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  • Is Class-D Technology About As Good As Itโ€™ll Ever Get?

    As an audiophile on a journey of perpetually better sound, I was left slightly disconcerted by class-D trailblazer Bruno Putzeysโ€™s assertion, in my previous class-D article, that, as he put it, well-done class-D amplification was now so good that โ€œthe amplifier part is basically a solved problemโ€. I understood the gist of what Bruno meant…

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  • The ABCs of Audio: Exploring the Hi-Fi Lexicon

    Welcome to “The ABCs of Audio: Hi-Fi Lexicon,” your ultimate guide to understanding the fundamental terms and concepts in high-fidelity audio. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to expand your knowledge, this article breaks down complex audio jargon into simple explanations. We use two levels of simplicity: In the following sections, weโ€™ll cover essential…

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  • iFi launches LAN iPurifier Pro under new SilentPower brand

    The SilentPower brand is categorized into four main segments: Power Supplies, Cables, Conditioners and Accessories. Each segment is meticulously engineered to deliver superior noise cancellation and power purity.

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  • How a $1ย Millionย System Changed Me

    I’ve listened to many audio setups over the years but I only recently heard a โ€œcost-no-objectโ€ system. It happened in the Focal-Naim showroom at Montreal Audiofest 2024. Its cost? Close to $1 million dollars if you include cables and acoustic treatment. My verdict? Mind-blowingly good, and Iโ€™m not someone who would naturally equate higher price…

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  • Denon Perl Review: The Earbuds That Adapt To How YOU Hear

    “The Denon Perl wireless earbuds offer a unique combination of features, including personalized listening with Masimo Adaptive Acoustic Technology (AAT), active noise cancellation, and long battery life.”

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  • Is Class-D Amplification Now Better than Class-A/B and Class-A?

    A couple of years ago, a designer of high-end tube equipment said something to me that left such an impact it eventually led me, now that the conditions seem right, to write this article. That mind-bomb was set off when I asked the designer if heโ€™d ever consider making a class-AB amp. Shaking his head,…

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  • NAD Introduces the C 379 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier

    “The new addition to the Classic Series combines innovation and value to deliver refined performance and sound quality.”

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  • Reviewedโ€”Audiophile Analog Collection Vol.2

    “Not only is this double-LP compilation outstanding in sound, it is also excellent musically and performance-wiseโ€”surprisingly so, perhaps, given the poor history of audiophile-oriented releases.”

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  • Steven Stone’s Super Budget Components: Sabaj, Semibreve

    “When I discover a component priced well under four figures that performs well, that excites me. Those are the kinds of products that raise the bar for everyone.”

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  • Streaming vs. Lossless: Understanding Audio Formats

    In the ever-evolving landscape of digital music, the quest for pristine sound quality amidst the convenience of digital formats has led to the creation of an array of lossless audio codecs. These formats serve as a beacon for audiophiles and music enthusiasts alike, offering a sanctuary where the integrity of sound is preserved in its…

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  • The Dirtiest Trick In The Recording Industry Exposed

    And what you can do about it.

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