Shanling EH1 $229 Review
February 23, 2025 Comments Off on Shanling EH1 $229 Review
The tonal balance of the EH1 is quite good. The delicate and smooth treble response pairs nicely with the meatier mid-bass, and the richer than neutral mid-bass can be a boon for genres like EDM, R&B, and hip-hop, though it might work against more congestion-prone genres such as metal or alternative rock. I did observe that the depth perception improved when I supplied power through the 12V adapter. However, I couldn’t achieve as clean a background on DC power as I did on USB, which makes me think that using the EH1 with just any adapter isn’t the best idea despite the manual. While a dedicated power supply like iFi’s iPower might further enhance its performance, it would push the total budget to around 350 USD and open the door to other, more capable devices, so there is no point going that route as well.
Tesla Model 3 Custom Stereo Build Series
February 23, 2025 Comments Off on Tesla Model 3 Custom Stereo Build Series
Douk Audio A5 2 Channel $89 Amplifier Review
February 23, 2025 Comments Off on Douk Audio A5 2 Channel $89 Amplifier Review
PS Audio Aspen FR5 loudspeaker Review
February 22, 2025 Comments Off on PS Audio Aspen FR5 loudspeaker Review
https://www.hifinews.com/content/ps-audio-aspen-fr5
Therefore, as also evidenced by its joyful, snappy handling of Artemesia’s ‘Bits And Pieces’ [Hooj Choons HOOJCD031], PS Audio’s loudspeaker is great for when you want your listening room to feel like a nightclub at 1am. But what of more audiophile concerns? Given Maria João Pires’ recitals of Chopin’s ‘Nocturnes’, a ‘4D audio’ recording at both Munich’s Musikhochschule and London’s Henry Wood Hall [Deutsche Grammophon 447 096-2], it convincingly evoked the sense of listening at a distance, as piano notes smoothly decayed into an echoey ambience.
On this solo piece the music ebbs and flows at Pires’ command, but on Wagner’s Das Rheingold [Decca Music Group; 192kHz/24-bit], it is Georg Solti (figuratively) pulling the strings of the whole Vienna Philharmonic. Listening to both pieces back-to-back proved the FR5’s chameleonic nature, as it widened its focus on Wagner’s prelude (‘Vorspiel’) to dig deep into the low basses, convey the moving air of the horns, and let the mass of strings build up, and up, to the memorable crescendo. This is a small speaker that makes a big impression.
Moon 891 streaming preamplifier $25,000 Review
February 22, 2025 Comments Off on Moon 891 streaming preamplifier $25,000 Review
https://www.stereophile.com/content/moon-891-streaming-preamplifier
After switching cables and apps, I revisited some of the same tracks using the considerably more expensive Innuos Statement Next-Gen/PhoenixNet combo with the Innuos Sense app and InnuOS. The sound wasn’t incrementally better; it was way better. Leaps and bounds better. Bass that had lacked firmness was now absolutely firm and clear. Fuller as well, and in correct proportion to instruments and voices higher in the range. Transparency and air notably increased, the soundstage grew dramatically in sound and depth, etc., etc. Amen. You know the story. Veteran review readers have heard it a thousand times. But that doesn’t make it any less true.
This was anything but a case of “diminishing returns.” It was a major improvement, albeit one costing well over double the price. (Hey, if you use cables as costly as mine, you’re approaching triple the price.) An unfair comparison, to be sure. But it confirmed something friend Scott had said over 850 words ago: Given a better streaming source, the excellence of the 891’s DAC and preamplifier stood out. Together, they reach into music’s heart and soul, lay it out for all to hear, and do so with a transparency and truth that deserve copious praise.
Clearaudio Signature turntable & Tracer tonearm $5000 Review
February 21, 2025 Comments Off on Clearaudio Signature turntable & Tracer tonearm $5000 Review
https://www.stereophile.com/content/clearaudio-signature-turntable-tracer-tonearm
The final element in the Musical Surroundings Signature package is the Clearaudio Professional Power outboard power supply, which powers the Signature AiR motor and electronics. “The Professional Power supply uses a vibration-damped, toroidal transformer in conjunction with stiff regulation, providing clean power to the AiR motor,” stated a press release.
A discrete rocker switch on the rear of the power supply summons the unit to life, its presence reflected in a blue LED on the front. A plump, 1.5″ wide, tapered dial atop the plinth presides over the platter’s speed, a single press coaxing it into 33 1/3rpm, a second to 45rpm. A halo of blue light encircles the button when energized, a sensual design flourish that signals completeness, at least to me
Dali Epikore 3 $15,000 Review
February 21, 2025 Comments Off on Dali Epikore 3 $15,000 Review
https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/dali-epikore-3
They take a measured approach to music replay where control and composure take priority. Added to their excellent detail resolution and insight this means that they can track low-level instrumental strands in a dense composition with ease and continue to sound organised even when the music becomes demanding. There are no hard edges or signs of stress even when the speakers are pushed hard, and when cracks do start to appear it is at far higher levels than we would usually listen at.
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