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  • Review: Tanchjim 4U DMT-4 In-Ear Monitors

    An inexpensive, great-sounding in-ear monitor worthy to be added your collection.

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  • Review: Yamaha NS-800A Loudspeaker

    The ported, two-way, CA$ 6000/pair standmount Yamaha NS-800A oozes qualityโ€”it’s hefty, feels impeccably built, has a curvaceous body, and comes with big, robust binding posts that feel like iron door knockers between your fingers. It also comes in a beautiful black finish, said by Yamaha to be the same signature gloss finish used on the…

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  • The Evolution of the Loudspeaker: From Horns to High Fidelity

    PS Audio’s Paul McGowan offers a brief history of the evolution of loudspeakers.

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  • Review: Pylon Audio Diamond Monitor 18 mKII

    “Manufacturers of hi-fi equipment like to brag about their flagship products, but in any company’s product lineup, the key role is played by the models that simply sell best.”

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  • Deciphering a Stereoโ€™s Acoustical Measurements and Taking Corrective Actions

    In my previous article, entitled โ€œAnalyzing a Stereoโ€™s Frequency Response and Decay Timesโ€, I suggested measurement tips and the use of important variables to do with frequency response and decay times. This article begins with a measurement baseline of a 2-channel stereo with two subwoofers within a typical domestic living room (25โ€™ x 11.25โ€™ x 8โ€™)…

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  • TAD Labs Upgrades TAD-M1000 Power Amplifier to TAD-M1000TX

    “The TAD-M1000TX incorporates a host of refinements, including a redesigned circuit layout and power transformers.”

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  • The Patents of… Paul W. Klipsch

    Paul W. Klipsch, a visionary in the field of audio engineering, made significant contributions through a series of innovative patents. These patents not only advanced the technology of their time but also laid the groundwork for future developments in loudspeaker design and acoustic engineering. Hereโ€™s an exploration of five of his most impactful patents, including…

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  • SIVGA P2 PRO Review: High-End Sound Without the High-End Price Tag?

    The SIVGA P2 PRO boasts several features that set it apart from the competition. Its most notable feature is SIVGAโ€™s new sapphire vibration circuit, a so-called first in the industry designed to enhance audio performance.

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  • Review: Pylon Audio Diamond 25 mkII Loudspeaker

    “It’s a completely new, vastly superior design that I hope heralds a new direction for Pylon Audio.”

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  • Knowledge is Bowers (& Wilkins)

    John Bowers, Visionary of Sound In the quaint town of Worthing, West Sussex, a story of a remarkable individual began to unfold, a story that would eventually redefine the world of audio technology. John Bowers, the founder of Bowers & Wilkins, was born into a world where technology was rapidly evolving, yet the true potential…

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  • Monitor Audio enhances its Platinum Series 3G  with In-Wall Model

    Monitor Audio is proud to announce the release of the PL-IW 3G, a Platinum Series 3G In-Wall loudspeaker. This high-performance flagship model is designed for high-end theatre and two-channel stereo systems where accurate, clear, and lifelike sound is required. It delivers maximum scale and sonic impact, but with minimum room intrusion. Plus, it can be…

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  • Sivga Luan Open-Backed Headphones Reviewed

    “Beautifully built and generously accessorised out of the box, you get a heck of a lot for your money.”

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  • TAF2023: Coherent Loudspeakers, Baetis Audio, Allnic, Saturn Audio, Kuzma, Corby’s Audio

    Prices listed in CA$. If you’re interested in speaker design, chances are you’ve heard the expression: “There’s no replacement for displacement”. Although today’s technology allows for speaker cones to be designed to very tight tolerances, there’s something to be said about the sound of a classic ”vintage” woofer. The sound reproduced by a 15″ diaphragm…

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  • 2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Audiophile Gift Ideas for Every Budget

    Looking for the perfect gift for the audiophile in your life? Check out our comprehensive 2023 Holiday Gift Guide.

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  • Artistry in Audio: 9 Strikingly Unique Speakers

    Bowers & Wilkins’ Nautilus The Nautilusโ„ข loudspeaker by Bowers & Wilkins is as much a testament to cutting-edge design as it is to unparalleled sound. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this iconic speaker remains a symbol of craftsmanship and innovation, handmade by experts in the company’s Worthing, UK factory. With three standard colorsโ€”Midnight Blue, Black, and…

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