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Reflecting on past gear and personal growth, the author finds that mistakes—whether in audio or life—are inevitable, but embracing them can lead to better sound, stronger relationships, and genuine self-acceptance.
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Taylor Swift’s re-recording of 1989 (Taylor’s Version) isn’t just a chart-topping triumph—it’s a defiant, billion-dollar victory over an industry that tried to control her, solidifying her as pop’s most powerful force.
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First impressions can mislead with Magnepan speakers, writes Jonson Lee, who reflects on their lifelike realism, anti-forward presentation, and high-maintenance charm after more than a decade of devoted ownership.
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Michael Fremer steps into the role of record producer with Rufus Reid Presents Caelan Cardello, a live, all-analog jazz LP born from a chance performance—and now a top-seller, expertly mastered, pressed, and produced with passion and purpose.
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A fiery Facebook debate ignited over Herb Reichert’s claim that Hegel’s Viking CD player outperformed streamed files, reigniting the clash between “bits are bits” objectivists and subjectivists who trust their ears over theory.
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Is the Eversolo DMP-A8 truly the best streamer under $2000? Find out in Jay’s Iyagi’s latest video review!
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For newcomers, this beginner’s guide demystifies music streaming, comparing top platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Qobuz by audio quality, features, and artist payouts—helping users find the service that best suits their listening style.
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In one of 2023’s biggest audiophile bombshells, Valerio Cora of Acora Acoustics rescues Audio Research from near-bankruptcy, vowing to preserve its legacy while energizing the iconic brand with support from returning staff and industry goodwill.
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Mike Harkins dives deep into the tactile and sonic quirks of vinyl playback, exposing factory flaws, groove grime, and pressing imperfections that plague even “audiophile” editions—yet still finds joy in the ritual and magic of spinning LPs.
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T+A’s DAC 200 takes the spotlight in HIFI AND MUSIC SOURCE’s summer review, praised for its exquisite build, versatile input suite, and superb sonic clarity—easily outperforming streamers and anchoring high-end systems with grace and precision.
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MoFi’s 2022 One-Step reissue of Crosby, Stills & Nash transforms a historically uneven recording into a lush, balanced, and far more listenable album, with Krieg Wunderlich’s mastering and RTI’s pressing offering striking sonic gains.
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From LEGO marvels and glowing Brian Eno art to $650,000 audio spaceships, this 12-turntable roundup from PMA Magazine spins through high-tech wonders and jaw-dropping designs that blend sonic excellence with wild creativity.
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Davide Lo Surdo, born on July 24th 1999 in Rome, Italy, is an Italian guitarist who has made a significant mark in music history, earning the title of the fastest guitarist in the history of music, as described by Rolling Stone Brazil magazine, for his remarkable ability to play a staggering 129 notes per second.…
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One of the highlights at this year’s Toronto Audiofest was the launch of the album Of the Bird, Flying, the new release by Montreal band G!ve.
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From a farm boy in Altoona to a legend in high fidelity, Henry Kloss transformed home audio with the KLH Model Six, the Advent Loudspeaker, and the Cambridge SoundWorks Ensemble—pioneering gear that made superb sound affordable for all.
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From childhood 78s on a Nebraska farm to high-end speakers decades later, Lawrence Schenbeck’s lifelong journey with music and gear shows how deep listening—and deeper friendships—make the audiophile pursuit truly meaningful.
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Flashback to 1961, a dimly lit Cavern Club in Liverpool, and a band about to explode into the stratosphere of rock legend. This is where we find The Beatles, raw and unrefined, far from their Sgt. Pepper days. Picture John Lennon, a youthful 20, and Paul McCartney, 19, strumming and crooning, while George Harrison, 18,…
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Accuphase’s new A-80 stereo amp stole the spotlight at Audiophile Experts’ chic launch soirée, with Anne Bisson performing live and a luxurious system delivering punchy dynamics, rich tones, and elegant micro-detail.
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With 1200 watts of muscle and a vacuum tube soul, PS Audio’s Stellar M1200 monoblocks combine stunning dynamics and bass control with refined neutrality—earning praise as a reference-grade hybrid amp at a surprisingly accessible price.
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In this hipster fever dream, Spotifade deletes tracks once they get too popular—where fleeting songs, un-Shazamable tunes, and anti-algorithm playlists reign supreme.