Doug Moore lauds the Atohm GT3-HD speakers for their elegant design, precise midrange, and powerful, controlled bass. Their customizable acoustics make them a standout for serious audiophiles.
All photos by Michael Joseph Ah, the Beggars Banquet photoshootโone of the most bizarre, decadent, and telling visual chapters in the Rolling Stonesโ career. This wasnโt just your typical album promotion; it was a full-on spectacle, dripping with the kind of hedonism and irreverence that the Stones had built their reputation on. The band is…
Mike Harkins explores the rise of DSP in high-end audio, questioning its role in shaping the future as more audiophile brands adopt it to optimize room acoustics and enhance sound reproduction.
On October 3, 1945, a small, shy 10-year-old boy took the stage at the Mississippi-Alabama Fair and Dairy Show in Tupelo, Mississippi, to perform in a youth talent competition. His name? Elvis Presley. That day, although no one in the audience could have imagined it, they were witnessing the humble beginnings of the future King…
The Sheng, a 3,000-year-old instrument tied to Chinese mythology, evolved from court rituals to global stages. Learn how it bridges ancient tradition with modern musical innovation.
On October 1, 1970, Seattle prepared to say goodbye to one of its most famous sons, Jimi Hendrix. His funeral was a private, understated affair held at Dunlap Baptist Church. In contrast to the chaos and wild energy that followed Hendrix during his career, the service was intimate and somber. Family and close friends attended,…
In part 2, Tomasz Karasinski and Mateusz Jujka (Pylon Audio) talk about how NOT to place your speakers, how to do it right, and the joy and awe we’ll feel once we hear the end result.
On September 27, 1979, Elton John experienced one of the most dramatic moments of his career during a performance at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles. In the middle of performing โBetter Off Dead,โ a track from his Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy album, Elton collapsed at the piano, overcome by flu symptoms…
Whether youโre looking to vibe out to a pristine mix on a custom-built sound system or discover rare grooves, Torontoโs hi-fi bars blend sound, style, and atmosphere to create the perfect listening haven.
Tomasz Karasinski and Mateusz Jujka (Pylon Audio) tackle the overlooked art of speaker placement, offering practical tips to optimize sound quality and room acoustics.
All photos by David Meerman Scott On September 23, 1980, Bob Marley, already a global icon and a beacon for reggae music, took the stage at the Stanley Theatre in Pittsburgh for what would be his last live performance. The air was thick with anticipation as 3,500 fans packed the sold-out venue, but few knew…
In this dazzling photo of Michael Jackson, snapped in the heat of the moment during the Victory Tour in 1984, we see more than just a performerโwe see a legend in full flight. With sweat dripping down his face and the iconic sparkle of his sequined jacket catching the stage lights, Michael grips the mic,…