Gryphon Audio Designs Diablo 333 integrated amplifier Review
January 31, 2025 Comments Off on Gryphon Audio Designs Diablo 333 integrated amplifier Review
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I was not ready for how truly excellent the Gryphon Audio Designs Diablo 333 integrated amplifier was going to be—what a fine world-class music maker it is. This is the first amp I have had in-house in some time that makes me question my marriage vows to my reference system. The Diablo 333 can power anything, while producing amazing lifelike dynamics, the blackest blacks, and the brightest colors.
The sheer amount of musical energy conveyed, and the detailed truth of that—you need to hear it for yourself. I could trade four boxes for one, and I am all about downsizing these days. For now, reviewing hardware as I do, I need to keep the flexibility of separate components. Is it as good as separates? Yes—it is. The Gryphon Diablo 333 is guarding its treasures, waiting to reveal them just to you.
Mamoritai Euphony $1,999 Review
January 31, 2025 Comments Off on Mamoritai Euphony $1,999 Review
The cherry on top? A massive Noratel Dual 18V Toroidal transformer, rated up to 30W – more than enough for an headphone amp – providing clean and stable power with minimal noise, especially when paired with the Takamisawa RY12W-K relay.
Numbers? SNR was measured at 107dB per channel, crosstalk -97dB, SINAD 103dB, and output power can reach up to 2000mW@32ohms. Surprisingly, the output impedance remained a bit high (10 ohms) meaning that – theoretically – the amp might be better suited for big cans rather than IEMs.
Mutec MC 1.2+ Digital to Digital converter Review
January 31, 2025 Comments Off on Mutec MC 1.2+ Digital to Digital converter Review
Triangle Capella Self-Powered Wireless Stand-Mounted Speakers Review
January 30, 2025 Comments Off on Triangle Capella Self-Powered Wireless Stand-Mounted Speakers Review
Create audiophile-grade wireless earbuds and speakers. But it all has to be simple to use. Youth likes easy to blend in with what they are doing at the time.Earbuds are simple to power with small batteries, but speakers are a different thing altogether. They need to have a decent amount of watts available. Batteries won’t work, and putting a Class A/B power amplifier on the back of a speaker will produce a hefty speaker, the rear panel of which would get hot.Enter Class D amplification. They can be small and don’t get hot, just modestly warm at worst.Triangle’s new Capella stand-mount speakers (OK on a bookshelf too since the port is on the bottom) fit the bill, and I got a pair in their Astral Blue wood-grained finish
THIEAUDIO Origin Review
January 30, 2025 Comments Off on THIEAUDIO Origin Review
Origin has a very easily recognizable THIEAUDIO in-house sound. Coming from IEMs like Oracle MKIII and Hype 10, you can easily relate to the Origin’s tuning. It remains rather balanced throughout the frequency range but with an elevated bass response.
The bass is quite strong, with some emphasis on the sub-bass while maintaining a good impact and tightness in the mid-bass region. The midrange, like most sibling IEMs, stays near neutral with a touch of musicality and sweetness.
The two EST drivers make the treble region pleasant without any harshness or sibilance. The bone conduction driver adds vibrancy to the sound, adding a layer of excitement. With the Origin, you can observe the BCD in action due to the tactile vibrations.
SW1X Lady Pearl Horn Loudspeakers
January 29, 2025 Comments Off on SW1X Lady Pearl Horn Loudspeakers
A sneak peek into the production of the SW1X Audio Design Lady Pearl horn loudspeakers, kicking off 2025 with a sleek black finish for the Lady Pearl
Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Turntable vs. Pro-Ject T1 EVO Turntable
January 29, 2025 Comments Off on Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Turntable vs. Pro-Ject T1 EVO Turntable
SVS PB17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer $2,999 Review
January 28, 2025 Comments Off on SVS PB17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer $2,999 Review
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When the Balroc first makes his presence known it’s not yet visible, but the growl it lets out makes you aware he’s out there someplace. The PB17-Ultra was able to muster a palpable sense of scale to this menacing beast, even though you have not yet seen it. As the creature tracks down the Fellowship his thunderous footsteps cause the cave walls to rain down large sections of rock, they’re being pummeled by them as they flee. The group escapes down a massive staircase, but it crumbles around them as the Balroc starts to close in. As it chased the Fellowship out of the cave its footsteps pounded the ground, intensifying the intimidating presence. At no point during the pandemonium did the PB17-Ultra lose composure, it simply continued along, totally content with this type of material. It seemed fully in its element.
Rotel Ras-5000 Review
January 28, 2025 Comments Off on Rotel Ras-5000 Review
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This aspect of its performance is another feather in its cap, as is the integration of HDMI (with CEC control) to make Rotel’s all-in-one an effective TV audio solution as well as a provider of musical delights. Simply switching on my TV woke up the amplifier, with sound arriving so quickly you’ll probably still be scrolling through the list of content on whatever streaming service or broadcast platform you prefer.
Many buyers of the RAS-5000 won’t be using it in this manner, but its abilities meant it delivered music-driven content, such as Sacha Jenkins’ Black & Blues documentary focused on the life of Louis Armstrong [Apple TV, stereo], in a lush, engaging way far superior to that of a flatscreen TV or soundbar. The nightclub ambience in the (sometimes very old) archive video and tape recordings was palpable. So, while Rotel’s RAS-5000 is an accomplished music performer first, it’s certainly eager to please when pressed into other duties.
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