McIntosh MC611 World Premiere $7500 each Review

April 7, 2018 Comments Off on McIntosh MC611 World Premiere $7500 each Review

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“200Hz to 20Hz is stunning. Of course with 600 Watts per monoblock continuous, and peak power output of 1143.2766000000001 Watts, there was at least a two-fold of headroom to drive my speakers. Deep bass transients shows zero compression. Very impressive definition too; grip of the Gods capable of energizing the listening room without breaking so much as a drop of sweat. If anything, the woofers gave out at higher SPL levels/peak before the amp could get near 300 Watt continuous, let alone the 600 Watt rating. Thus this amplifier’s peak output limitation is not a factor at all… one would naturally assume.”

Absolare Integrated Amplifier $26,500 Review

April 4, 2018 Comments Off on Absolare Integrated Amplifier $26,500 Review

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“Some tube-transistor hybrid amplifiers are a mix of compromises and trade-offs, with the designer attempting to minimize each technology’s shortcomings while maximizing its strengths. I see the Absolare Integrated not as a product of compromise, but rather of distillation. The company has found a way to bring the magic of its all-tube Passion components to a product that is not only more affordable, but also more flexible because of its ability to drive a wider range of loudspeakers. Give the Integrated a listen; I suspect that many of you will be captured by its many charms, just as I was.”

Bel Canto Design Black ACI 600 integrated amplifier $25,000 Review

March 29, 2018 Comments Off on Bel Canto Design Black ACI 600 integrated amplifier $25,000 Review

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“I have no idea where my 24/96 FLAC file of Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong performing “Summertime” came from, but the sound was delicious. Then again, this duo’s recordings are so resplendent in the midrange that it takes really poor equipment to make them sound less than great—so I was even more convinced of the ACI 600’s excellence by a recording of baritone Matthias Goerne singing “Meine Rose,” from Schumann’s Six Poems, Op.90, accompanied by pianist Markus Hinterhäuser on their recital Einsamkeit (24/96 WAV, Harmonia Mundi HMM 902243/HDtracks). Though I heard less transparency and detail in Goerne’s voice than I do through the far more expensive dCS rig, it was mesmerizingly sweet, warm, and expressive, and the piano sounded convincingly natural.”

Peachtree Decco125 SKY Integrated Amplifier Review – Video

March 29, 2018 Comments Off on Peachtree Decco125 SKY Integrated Amplifier Review – Video

TEAC AI-503 Integrated Amplifier/DAC Review

March 28, 2018 Comments Off on TEAC AI-503 Integrated Amplifier/DAC Review

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“I placed the AI-503 in my hi-fi rack and connected it to an Elac Discovery music server with built-in DAC (see review in our February/March 2018 issue) running Roon Essentials music library software. The speakers I used for the test were GoldenEar Technology Triton Five towers; to evaluate the headphone amp, I tapped Sennheiser’s HD 598. For computer input, I used a MacBook Pro running JRiver Media Center 21. The AI-503’s manual states that a Windows driver is available on TEAC’s website, but it hadn’t been posted yet for download in the site’s support section during my evaluation, so I wasn’t able to test Windows compatibility.”

Ypsilon Electronics Hyperion monoblock power amplifier $93,000/pair Review

March 27, 2018 Comments Off on Ypsilon Electronics Hyperion monoblock power amplifier $93,000/pair Review

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“When I first heard, and then bought, the Ypsilon VPS-100 phono preamplifier, I concluded that its designer, Demetris Baklavas, was some kind of genius. His PST-100 preamp didn’t shake that conclusion, but I was somewhat disappointed with the original Aelius. With the Hyperion, I must again characterize Baklavas as an electronics design genius whose name deserves mention alongside the more familiar names you probably know. He’s seriously underrated, and deserving of greater acclamation.

MOON BY SIMAUDIO 240I INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER REVIEW

March 25, 2018 Comments Off on MOON BY SIMAUDIO 240I INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER REVIEW

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“Listening mostly to whatever was on television before starting any serious listening I still was able to note right away a powerful, articulate sound. Voices have a clarity with the 240i. If there was a characteristic to the sound it would be what I call ‘chunky’ – distinct and pleasing edges. It goes especially well with rock and piano music. Anyway, there was a lot more listening to do.”

Sim Audio’s Costa Koulisakis Gives Us a “Tour” of the Moon 888 Monoblock Amplifier – video

March 22, 2018 Comments Off on Sim Audio’s Costa Koulisakis Gives Us a “Tour” of the Moon 888 Monoblock Amplifier – video

Recommended Components: 2018 Edition

March 20, 2018 Comments Off on Recommended Components: 2018 Edition

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“Components listed here have been formally reviewed in Stereophile and have been found to be among the best available in each of four or five quality classes. Whether a component is listed in Class A or Class E, we highly recommend its purchase.”

Ayon Titan Evo Monoblock Amplifiers $57,000 Review

March 20, 2018 Comments Off on Ayon Titan Evo Monoblock Amplifiers $57,000 Review

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“I have come to appreciate just how good Ayon products are; the line has something for everyone and I have yet to be in the presence of any of their gear and not been pleased and impressed because I have always been presented with quality and sonic delivery that made for a very good value at all levels for the asking price. The Titans are no exception to the Ayon rule. Definitely the pinnacle of their line the amps and they hold that distinction with well deserved pride and honor. If you are looking for a high end, top of the line set of monoblock amplifiers to live out the rest of your life with you might be able to find some others that will please you but I seriously doubt you would find any better at any price. If that sounds like where you are in your audio journey I suggest you run to audition a pair!”

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