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Jonson Lee explores how excessive dynamic compression is warping our musical experience, comparing classic and remastered waveforms to show how “bigger” sound often means less nuance—and why old CDs may offer sonic salvation.
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Bowers & Wilkins’ Steyning Research Establishment, launched in 1981 by John Bowers, redefined speaker design through breakthroughs like Matrix bracing, the Nautilus tube, and diamond tweeters—pioneering acoustic innovation that still shapes high-end audio today.
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As Taylor Swift racks up Grammy wins and global headlines, this piece asks: has the NFL turned her romance with Travis Kelce into peak overexposure—or is the backlash missing the real culprits?
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Angela-Gilbert Yeung dispels common myths about amp and speaker power ratings, arguing that most speaker damage stems not from mismatched specs but from misuse—especially clipping, overheating, and, yes, intoxicated listening sessions.
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Audiophiles reach for the stars—literally—with $10,000 Moon Rock Needles, promising celestial clarity and lunar vibes, while skeptics orbit in disbelief.
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In the final part of his interview, new Audio Research owner Val Cora outlines bold plans for reviving the iconic brand—promising U.S.-made innovation, design freedom, and a renewed push for excellence, including a special update to the i50.
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At AXPONA 2023, Chad Kassem opened up to Gilles Laferrière about his Cajun roots, a troubled youth, and the early 1980s decision to embrace vinyl just as the world shifted to CDs—laying the foundation for Analogue Productions.
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Copper Magazine’s Frank Doris recalls his first encounter with Genesis’s Selling England by the Pound in 1973 and hails Analogue Productions’ new 45 RPM reissue as the album’s most sonically revealing edition to date.
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When Craft Records released a high-end reissue of Thelonious Monk’s Brilliant Corners, author Robert Baird contrasted its audiophile fidelity with the flood of inferior, budget public domain pressings—highlighting a clash between accessibility and sonic integrity.
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In the neon-lit heart of Las Vegas, where the desert meets decadence and the nights are longer than the odds, a photograph was snapped in 1969 that would freeze time in a frame, capturing a confluence of kings, a chairman, and a hoofer. This wasn’t just any night; this was the opening night shindig for…
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Rhino’s new High Fidelity reissues wow with all-analog mastering by Kevin Gray and deluxe Optimal pressings. Standouts include Jaco Pastorius’ Word of Mouth, Van Morrison’s His Band and the Street Choir, and Herbie Hancock’s mesmerizing Crossings.
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Reflecting on years of digital audio upgrades, Tom Gibbs details how his setup—centered on Euphony Audio servers and Gustard and Topping DACs—has surpassed early streaming efforts, challenging “bits are bits” dogma with revelations on cables, clocks, and file compression.
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John Bowers’ journey from wartime signalman to founding Bowers & Wilkins charts a life devoted to sonic purity—his relentless pursuit of audio excellence reshaped hi-fi standards and built a legacy still resonating today.
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Exploring the audible quirks of vinyl, Mike Harkins examines groove echo, background noise, and tracking artifacts—while emphasizing that even audiophile pressings aren’t immune to defects, surprises, or the charm of analog imperfection.
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After years of engaging with online audio debates, Jonson Lee shares how a shift in mindset—focusing on empathy over ego—transformed conflict into connection, making peace the real prize in audio discourse.
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Audiophiles rejoice: the Ear Wax Product Remover promises audio nirvana not through gear, but by fine-tuning your ears—because clean canals make for clearer concertos.
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Hifitrends crowns the Wiim Pro Plus streamer ($219), SMSL DO300 DAC ($549), and iFi Hip Dac 3 ($199) as 2023’s best affordable audio gear—delivering top-tier performance without breaking the bank.
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Audio Appraisal’s reviewer praises Sivga’s open-back Luan headphones for their superb craftsmanship, warm midrange, and relaxed sound signature—delivering impressive value, though not bass-heavy or ideal for communal listening.
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As the ’60s came to a close, with the dawn of the new decade just on the horizon, many rock bands abandoned references to psychedelics in their music, favouring instead a return to roots, folk, and country.
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Sidewall reflections can make or break a soundstage, but when their delays fall under 10ms, as in this case, treatment is optional. Kevin Fielding favors angled plywood over absorption to maintain openness and spatial realism.