Meridian 818v3 – MC200 – DSP 5200 SE – REVIEW
June 12, 2016 Comments Off on Meridian 818v3 – MC200 – DSP 5200 SE – REVIEW
” Although I needed some time to find the best spots for the speakers, I was reminded from the first notes why I was originally so fond of Sooloos. The sound really is just right, and not at all computer-esque. The presentation is confident, solid and for a lack of a better word, real. Initially I had some bass thumb to get rid of, which in all fairness is a known issue in my listening room when using dynamic speakers. The solution is simply to pull them much further into the room and a little more apart than the Apogees are. The photo above btw does not show their final positions.”
WILSON AUDIO ALEXX FLOORSTANDING LOUDSPEAKER $108,000 REVIEW
June 11, 2016 Comments Off on WILSON AUDIO ALEXX FLOORSTANDING LOUDSPEAKER $108,000 REVIEW
“The Wilson Alexx, however, lived up to a lot more potential than most, making a sound that gave a true sense of what a seriously good loudspeaker can sound like. This is possibly because the loudspeaker manages to combine the finesse needed to tease out those subtle micro-dynamic cues taking place in a recording, while simultaneously being able to unleash the dogs of aural war. You quickly learn on an almost atavistic level just how important that is in reality – an orchestra playing fff is an extremely loud sound up close, but within that powerful maelstrom of sound, you are capable of taking in some remarkably quiet nuances taking place at the same time: like hearing the keys of a woodwind instrument clicking and clacking even in the midst of some very dynamic – and very loud – playing. This comes entirely naturally in the real world, yet is almost always compromised to some extent in the audio domain. The Alexx is one of those rare loudspeakers that can do both, and both extraordinarily well.”
AMG Giro turntable and 9W2 tonearm Review
June 11, 2016 Comments Off on AMG Giro turntable and 9W2 tonearm Review
” So, how did the Giro compare to these turntables? Let me start by saying you really shouldn’t listen to the AMG V12 or the TriangleART Symphony SE if you can’t afford them. They both simply sound more real than any of the other turntables on this list. They play music with a more substantial foundation; the bass is more powerful, you can hear the venue better, and they have more substantial and beautiful tonal color. Most of all, they have a momentum and flow about how they play music that is just so realistic. There are two places where both the AMG V12 and the Giro betters the Symphony SE. First, is in detail as in getting information out of the grove and second, is in letting you hear more of the differences from one LP to another.”
PRINCETON TECHNOLOGIES GLOBAL, LLC INTRODUCES EXCITING NEW WIRELESS SUBWOOFER BRAND
June 11, 2016 Comments Off on PRINCETON TECHNOLOGIES GLOBAL, LLC INTRODUCES EXCITING NEW WIRELESS SUBWOOFER BRAND
” Wireless Audio gains a serious contender in the high performance bass reproduction market with the introduction of Syzygy’s new line up. All woofers feature app control (iOS and Android) for easy set up; notably full auto-equalization and DSP room correction ensure ruler flat response and seamless integration heedless of room size or placement. Plus, up to eight Syzygy subwoofers can be paired with a single transmitter, assuring countless system configurations and thunderous, apocalyptic low frequency splendor and exceptional musicality. All models are designed to operate in either front-firing or down-firing configurations.
COWON PLENUE D DAP – REVIEW
June 10, 2016 Comments Off on COWON PLENUE D DAP – REVIEW
” rue, it doesn’t have the literal quality of the DX90, which can be purchased for the same price, but it does fit into the realm of portability that I consider suited for actual on the go listening. I can’t take my DX90 with me on trips, I know the battery will deplete in mere hours. I can’t take the L3 from Luxury and Precision with me on trips either, nor the Studio V. We’ve forgotten what portability actually is because, over the last 5 or 6 years, audiophile companies have been swinging towards 3:1 ratio of sound quality vs functionality.”
GRAHAM AUDIO LS3/5 STANDMOUNT LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW
June 10, 2016 Comments Off on GRAHAM AUDIO LS3/5 STANDMOUNT LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW
” As a consequence, the LS3/5 is almost beyond criticism, because I think those who use it will never separate it from its ‘recreation of a historic artefact’ context. So, criticising the LS3/5 for not dealing well with a complex, rhythmic and dynamic music signal is a bit like having a dog which can bark the Finnish national anthem, but criticising its diction and intonation. But more than that, it’s like attacking 1970 for being 46 years ago!”
Empire Ears Zeus Custom In Ear Monitor Review
June 10, 2016 Comments Off on Empire Ears Zeus Custom In Ear Monitor Review
” The craftsmanship is simply awesome. There is no sign of error with the craftsmanship. A beautiful abalone faceplate is nicely cut and perfectly put on the body in sapphire blue. However, the fit is a bit different than my other Empire and Earwerkz monitors to due Zeus’ larger shell. I think there is a problem with upper concha part of the monitor and this can be a little disturbing at the beginning of listening. I should say that Empire Ears usually do a great job regarding fit; this little change is specific to my Zeus, since they used my old earmolds that are already in their file.’
ELAC DEBUT B5 STANDMOUNT LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW
June 9, 2016 Comments Off on ELAC DEBUT B5 STANDMOUNT LOUDSPEAKER REVIEW
” When writing a review like this or indeed listening to them sat at the end of a system, it is tempting to continually refer to their very low price. In a word, they are great little speakers. I recommend that you grab a listen to them and perhaps they will find their way into first systems for any number of younger people for whom MP3 and headphones is the usual listening method. They are a genuinely exciting little speaker regardless of their price and I wish them all the best because I found my time with them was musically interesting, but mostly refreshing. Very highly recommended!”
THIEL SmartSub 1.12 Subwoofer Reviewed
June 9, 2016 Comments Off on THIEL SmartSub 1.12 Subwoofer Reviewed
” It appears THIEL put a lot of thought into the SmartSub 1.12’s sound modes. Do you notice how much better the output is in Movie mode and how much more often the sub’s output is governed by the limiter in that mode? This could be nothing more than an artifact of the EQ setting, but the different character of the two modes leads me to believe someone put some effort into this. That’s heartening because sometimes manufacturers get one mode right, then tack on more without much consideration–just so they have more features they can brag about.”
GoldenEar Technology Triton Three+ Floorstanding Speaker $2,500 Review
June 9, 2016 Comments Off on GoldenEar Technology Triton Three+ Floorstanding Speaker $2,500 Review
” Oh that glorious tweeter, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. GoldenEar Technology’s HVFR (folded ribbon driver) is glorious. Very fast, clean, and richly extended highs is your reward. Even Drake’s music sounded good(!). Ok, that might be stretching it for my personal preferences in music, yet what I mean is that everything from Kraftwerk to orchestral bells/chimes and the grinding guitar of Steve Vai came through without the dreaded harsh irritants I tent to associate with hard-dome tweeters or lackluster speaker designs. When I say fast, I mean super duper fast come-and-go with nothing overhanging type of highs.”
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