IFI AUDIO MICRO IDSD BLACK LABEL PORTABLE HEADPHONE AMP, PREAMP, AND DAC REVIEW
November 25, 2017 Comments Off on IFI AUDIO MICRO IDSD BLACK LABEL PORTABLE HEADPHONE AMP, PREAMP, AND DAC REVIEW
“From the outset, the Black Label offered the smooth, engaging, and highly musical presentation we’ve come to expect from iFi and AMR components, but with a significant twist. Specifically, the Black Label offered audibly enhanced transient speed, definition, clarity, and resolution vis-à-vis the iFi models that preceded it. As a result the Black Label breaks with past iFi tradition in a good way, offering a sound that finds the just-right balance point between natural warmth and inviting musicality on the one hand, coupled with dramatic levels of focus, detail, and transient agility on the other. Musically speaking, this combination of sonic virtues is simply intoxicating.”
HIFIMAN SHANGRI-LA ELECTROSTATIC HEADPHONE SYSTEM $50.000 REVIEW
November 24, 2017 Comments Off on HIFIMAN SHANGRI-LA ELECTROSTATIC HEADPHONE SYSTEM $50.000 REVIEW
‘The Shangri-La system offers neutral tonal balance and remarkable freedom from the ‘highs-covered-in-plastic-wrap’ colourations to which some electrostatic headphones are prone. The top end of the Shangri-La headphones is as linear, detailed, and extended as anyone could possibly wish, yet at the same time they consistently manage to sound smooth and clear—never adding or in any way exaggerating high-frequency energy that isn’t actually present in the recording. This achievement is greatly to HiFiMAN’s credit. ”
Q Acoustics Concept 500 review Review
November 24, 2017 Comments Off on Q Acoustics Concept 500 review Review
“That’s not to say these speakers don’t need anything better to shine. The downside of the Concept 500’s aggressive pricing – remember we’re talking high-end standards where £4000 is considered entry-level – is there’s a strong likelihood they be partnered with similarly priced sources and amplification.”
ASTELL&KERN KANN DAP $1,000 REVIEW
November 23, 2017 Comments Off on ASTELL&KERN KANN DAP $1,000 REVIEW
‘Admittedly the KANN doesn’t have the deep bass extension and control of my reference unit, and I prefer a little more musical midrange, but those who enjoy the Astell&Kern sound, as well as, lovers of pop music will truly appreciate the KANN’s ability to drive full sized headphones, while tube amp fans will most likely want to stick to using an external amp.”
Systemdek • 3D Reference Mk II Turntable £29,995 Review
November 23, 2017 Comments Off on Systemdek • 3D Reference Mk II Turntable £29,995 Review
“One area that challenges any suspended design is speed stability, and in this respect the Reference Mk II was no different. Bracketing on the Feickert Platter Speed app was noticeably more lax than on the close-coupled decks like the Kuzma Stabi M or VPI Classic 4, and playing piano recordings in particular, the lack of absolute pitch and temporal security was apparent, whether in the diminished dexterity of Benedetti Michelangeli or the subtle lack of physical substance underpinning the instrument on Nick Cave’s “Into My Arms” (The Boatman’s Call [Stumm 142]). Is this a deal-breaker? No. Indeed, until the appearance of decks like the VPI Classic and the Grand Prix Audio Monaco, the sonic impact of relatively poor speed stability was the dirty secret we all lived with. Those decks weren’t the first (or even close to being the first) to advance the cause of temporal accuracy — but they were the ones that dragged the issue kicking and screaming into the harsh light of audiophile day.”
WILSON AUDIO WAMM MASTER CHRONOSONIC INSTALLATION
November 23, 2017 Comments Off on WILSON AUDIO WAMM MASTER CHRONOSONIC INSTALLATION
“Great photo set of the Wilson Audio WAMM Master Chronosonic speakers installation in Thailand.”
Sonus faber Il Cremonese Floorstanding Speaker $45,000 Review
November 22, 2017 Comments Off on Sonus faber Il Cremonese Floorstanding Speaker $45,000 Review
“Sonus faber’s Il Cremonese is an astonishing speaker. I was very impressed with its performance. Imaging is wide and deep. The speaker is articulate without being overly analytical and fatiguing. Balance is another strong characteristic, along with excellent dynamic range, clarity, and detail. Of course, these attributes are to be expected at this price level. What really sets this speaker apart is its ability to communicate the most subtle and delicate differences in pitch, inflection, and tone. If there is one word to describe the Il Cremonese, it’s finesse.
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PIONEER XDP-30R DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYERV REVIEW
November 22, 2017 Comments Off on PIONEER XDP-30R DIGITAL AUDIO PLAYERV REVIEW
“While there are a few bugs that should easily be addressed in future firmware updates and a few features the head-fi community is still patiently holding out for, this player is still a great option.
If you’re not a fan of Android, or perhaps you aren’t quite ready to splash out and consider Pioneer’s flagship offerings, the XDP-30R offers high-performance at a much more wallet-friendly price.
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