KEF Blade Two Loudspeakers Review
July 10, 2016 Comments Off on KEF Blade Two Loudspeakers Review
“Some may see the Blade Two’s very unusual shape as being a statement more of style than of sound quality. While it’s true that the Blade received high praise for its beautiful appearance when it was released in 2011, and the Two received similar accolades on its release three years later, there’s a reason Doug Schneider said it was as exciting to listen to as to look at: Its sound quality is the equal of its appearance, which makes it an easy choice for our list of Recommended Reference Components.”
64 Audio U12 $1599 Review
July 10, 2016 Comments Off on 64 Audio U12 $1599 Review
” 64 Audio have done a good job in capitalising on ADEL’s modular technology which has been proven to be more than just a novelty marketing piece. Along with their own input and fine refinement of the U12’s tuning, the company has released a force to be reckoned with in the saturated market of personal audio. At $1599, the U12 is by no means cheap but an investment that could certainly pay off in the long run both in terms of hearing preservation and pure sonic enjoyment. What’s more is that Asius Technologies are working on the release of adjustable modules to fine tune the listening experience of the U12 to your own liking. Unlike filters which just change the sound of the signature, these adjustable modules feature the same diaphonic lens of the stock ADEL module and have the ability to alter isolation levels. An exciting time indeed—do stay tuned for more…
DEQX PreMATE+ Review
July 9, 2016 Comments Off on DEQX PreMATE+ Review
” Looking back at the impulse response (above) confirms as much. Note the squiggle just beyond around 10ms? That’s the room coming into play. Throwing it back to high school science, we recall that time corresponds to frequency: 1000ms equates to 1Hz. Similarly 10ms converts to 100Hz.”
SONY RSX-GS9 IN-CAR DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYER $1999 REVIEW
July 9, 2016 Comments Off on SONY RSX-GS9 IN-CAR DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYER $1999 REVIEW
” As for DSD, the performance was pretty much the same. The noise floor was just one decibel higher. The -3dB frequency response point was at 50kHz in accordance with the recommended anti-aliasing specifications for DSD, and -6dB was at 62kHz. High resolution PCM or DSD, you’re going to get the same effective performance, barring only the differences in signal processing, and then only if you’re keeping your DSD pure.”
ULTIMATE EARS PRO REFERENCE REMASTERED CUSTOM IN-EAR MONITORS REVIEW
July 9, 2016 Comments Off on ULTIMATE EARS PRO REFERENCE REMASTERED CUSTOM IN-EAR MONITORS REVIEW
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The Reference Remastered strikes me as nothing so much as a tool, perhaps THE tool, to help you find and sort all the sounds you were meant to discover in both music and video. It is easily one of the most dynamic, natural-sounding components I’ve ever heard and for anyone craving neutrality, resolution, and involvement; it is highly, highly recommended.”
HIFIMAN EDITION S REVIEW
July 8, 2016 Comments Off on HIFIMAN EDITION S REVIEW
” The tonal difference between open and closed is not what I expected at all. With the plates on you do get more of a closed in quality with a neutral and relatively balanced presentation but with a slight focus more on the mid-range and treble over any hard hitting bass performance. Clean and clear is how I would define it with a little bit of zip and sparkle in the top end. It doesn’t have the thickest note and bass is just neutral at best but it has a very good turn of speed, with good articulation and decent definition.”
DUNU DN-2002 REVIEW
July 8, 2016 Comments Off on DUNU DN-2002 REVIEW
” The soundstage of the DN-2002 is very similar to that of the DN-2000J. The only real difference is that the midrange of the DN-2002 is slightly more forward resulting in a more narrowed perceived presentation of vocals. Instrument separation is also beyond average and has always been one of DUNU’s strength along with its expansive sound presentation.”
FiiO X7 AM5 Module $99 REVIEW
July 8, 2016 Comments Off on FiiO X7 AM5 Module $99 REVIEW
” So now we have three modules for the X7 all priced at $99 and all offering something different, be it efficiency or power, be it neutrality or musicality. I did say in the AM2 review that I wished you did not have to buy the AM1 with the X7 just to lower the overall cost of ownership of this developing ecosystem for the X7. Thankfully, FiiO has responded to this by releasing the X7 without any amp modules for a lower price. If you want an AM2 or an AM5 now you can have it without having to buy the AM1. Good news for those with a particular usage needs or those simply on a tighter budge”
Onkyo DP-X1 Portable Hi-Res Music Player $899 Reviewed
July 7, 2016 Comments Off on Onkyo DP-X1 Portable Hi-Res Music Player $899 Reviewed
” At its price of $899, the DP-X1 has few competitors in terms of features and sound. There are several excellent-performing, less-expensive players such as the $699 Sony NW-ZX100HN or the $499 Astell & Kern AK Jr. Both offer even better battery life than the DP-X1, but they have fewer features and drive capabilities, and neither supports streaming services. Priced above the DP-X1, the $1,199 Sony NW-ZX2 has the ability to stream and act as a USB DAC, but it doesn’t support MQA files or balanced headphone connections. The $999 Calyx M and Questyle QP-1R are both excellent-sounding players with DAC features, but neither supports streaming music sources or MQA.”
WESTONE ES60 $1,300 REVIEW
July 7, 2016 Comments Off on WESTONE ES60 $1,300 REVIEW
” Solar has slightly more bodied treble notes with similar amount of resolution, but ES60 sounds a bit cleaner and clearer in treble region. They both are fast and the resolution levels are close. On the other hand, Solar has more coloration, but both have natural presentation with similar transparency and cleanliness.”
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