Paradigm’s Persona 9H Loudspeaker Review – Video
March 17, 2017 Comments Off on Paradigm’s Persona 9H Loudspeaker Review – Video
McIntosh Labs • MC75 Mono Amplifiers $7500 per pair Review
March 17, 2017 Comments Off on McIntosh Labs • MC75 Mono Amplifiers $7500 per pair Review
“I began my listening with the MC75s connected to a pair of Altec Valencias that are on long-term loan from a local audio buddy. As expected, the very efficient Valencias proved to be no challenge for the MC75s, and they appreciated the extra power on tap. There was a definite break-in period for the amps of at least 100 hours. At first listen, the treble was attenuated, closed in and hooded. Changes to interconnects and speaker cables didn’t change the sound much, so I just let the amps settle in for the first couple of weeks. After break-in, I did swap the supplied power cords for a pair of Shunyata Zi-Tron Sigmas, and there was slightly improved lower treble, so I left them in the system for the rest of the listening period. Once broken in, the MC75s usually needed between 15 and 30 minutes of warm-up time to sound their best, so consider that if you are in a store for an audition.”
AURIS AUDIO HA2-SE REVIEW
March 17, 2017 Comments Off on AURIS AUDIO HA2-SE REVIEW
“There of course is a difference between the stock tubes and the tubes I rolled in (see above) and it mostly is the ECC82 tube that will influence the amplifier’s sound most. The upgraded tube set made the sound stage wider and deeper, the detail higher and slightly increased the smoothness. My OTL topology LaFigaro 339 – depending on the tube sets used – can be a very warm and smooth sounding amplifier but the HA2-SE never comes closed to this sound signature. The Auris is cleaner, more transparent and precise, more dynamic and dare I say, more neutral.”
Introducing Wheel by Miniot – Video
March 17, 2017 Comments Off on Introducing Wheel by Miniot – Video
VIOLECTRIC V850 & V280 SYSTEM $2560 REVIEW
March 15, 2017 Comments Off on VIOLECTRIC V850 & V280 SYSTEM $2560 REVIEW
” In sum, both V850 and V800 follow the same presentation approach, but V850 is a better dac in terms of the technical aspects. Both are great units, but I would choose V850 over V800, if I am about to get a completely new dac.”
Cambridge Audio Azur 851N Review – Video
March 15, 2017 Comments Off on Cambridge Audio Azur 851N Review – Video
KEF R300 Bookshelf Review
March 15, 2017 Comments Off on KEF R300 Bookshelf Review
“The R300 did a marvelous job of delivering natural sounding treble. Smooth and grainless, the similar-style Elac UB-5 bookshelf sounded aggressive and almost shouty by comparison in the same section of the frequency spectrum. High hat and cymbal splash is defined on the R300, but doesn’t greet listeners with and unnatural edge or sizzle that lesser drivers can often fall prey to in an effort to recreate an exciting presentation. Mid tone texture felt right at home as the centerpiece of the frequency sweep. ‘
Monoprice’s Monolith K-BAS speaker Review
March 14, 2017 Comments Off on Monoprice’s Monolith K-BAS speaker Review
“The bass was fuller though not deeper, and the imaging was more sharply focused. It’s easily the more likeable speaker, and yet I enjoyed my time with the Monolith K-BAS. Its easy-going sound should wear well, and it might be exactly the right speaker for “bright” rooms; ones with exposed hardwood or tiled floors, and lots of exposed windows or mirrors. Both speakers are the same price, and both should be partnered with powerful amplifiers to sound their best.”
Nordost Odin 2 analog interconnect, $19,999.99/0.6m pair
March 14, 2017 Comments Off on Nordost Odin 2 analog interconnect, $19,999.99/0.6m pair
“Lest this sound like a dithyrambic paean to Nordost, I feel obliged to mention that there are pluses and minuses to the level of resolution provided by the Odin 2. For one thing, it will prove ruthlessly revealing of equipment upstream. This cable deserves to be allied with top-drawer equipment to really strut its stuff. It’s also the case that some listeners may prefer a more sumptuous cable. I don’t mean to imply that the Odin 2 is in any way sonically anemic. Nordost has handsomely overcome some of the deficiencies that constituted a kind of penalty for the speed of its earlier versions. It is emphatically the case that there is no hint of stridency with the Odin 2. In the crowded world of high-end cables, however, there are indubitably other competitors that will deliver more overtones around each note, a more overtly silky background and a grander bass.”
Audiophilepure 
You must be logged in to post a comment.