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At Passion Audioโs Burmester launch event, Robert Schryer hears the new 232 amp paired with LampizatOr and Wolf von Langa gearโdescribing the sound as transparent, dynamic, and musically intoxicating, with Nick Cave sealing the night.
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Writer Rudy Radelic recommends a dozen great-sounding albums to play at audio show exhibits. Exhibitors, are you paying attention?
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Classical music critic Pierre Dallaire offers a selection of recent recordings that offer a fitting tribute to Gabriel Faurรฉ on the centenary of his death.
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Captivated by Liu Fangโs mastery of the pipa, composer Christian Thomas created Dragon, Concerto for Pipaโa sweeping East-meets-West musical odyssey.
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Experience an unforgettable evening as world-renowned pipa virtuoso Liu Fang joins the Orchestre FILMharmonique in a vibrant blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions. The highlight of the night features the timeless Chinese classic โๆข็ฅโ (The Butterfly Lovers)โan iconic concerto cherished by fans across the globe. Performed alongside Stravinskyโs luminous Firebird Suite and the world…
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Can pop music compete with classicalโs sonic precision? Jonson Lee delves into recording techniques that make classical music a benchmark for audiophiles seeking pure sound.
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We are thrilled to announce the release of the CD โDragon โ Concerto for Pipa,โ produced by GFN Productions and Fortรฉ Art & Music. This remarkable work by Quebec composer Christian Thomas is performed by the internationally renowned virtuoso Liu Fang. Described as โthe empress of the pipaโ (Lโactualitรฉ) and โan ambassador of musical soul…
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Prices listed in CA$. Passion Audioโs demo was fronted by Wolf von Langaโs 12639 SON speakers ($27,000/pr). One can already see a lot of this speakerโs potential strengths on the spec sheet. First, its tweeter section is a dipole design which, in my experience, tends to give you more sense of space in the soundstage.…
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Pierre recounts how a record theft led him from rock to a lifelong passion for classical music, recommending five era-spanning albumsโfrom Renaissance to Stravinskyโthat shaped his journey and still dazzle audiophiles today.
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With 1200 watts of muscle and a vacuum tube soul, PS Audioโs Stellar M1200 monoblocks combine stunning dynamics and bass control with refined neutralityโearning praise as a reference-grade hybrid amp at a surprisingly accessible price.
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For many audiophiles, pop songs are fun but often fall short in sound quality. Classical recordings, with strict rules and faithful production, offer breathtaking realism and absolute standardsโmaking them the ultimate test for serious audio systems.
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Donna Summer revolutionized disco with Moroder and Bellotte, blending sensual Eurodisco and electronic beats. Hits like โLove To Love You Babyโ and โI Feel Loveโ shaped dance music and sparked electronic genres.
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From du Prรฉโs iconic Elgar to Stravinskyโs riotous Rite of Spring, this list highlights five stunning classical recordingsโeach a sonic and emotional powerhouse, perfectly suited for seasoned collectors or curious newcomers alike.