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Paris’ jazz kissa-inspired bars like Listener and Bambino blend high-fidelity sound, vinyl culture, and refined design, redefining nightlife for audiophiles.
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David Chesky, audiophile pioneer and Grammy nominee, shares insights in an exclusive interview ahead of his trio’s live performance of The Great European Songbook at Montreal’s Bourgie Hall on January 23. Tickets are available now, for $19 – $38.
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Can pop music compete with classical’s sonic precision? Jonson Lee delves into recording techniques that make classical music a benchmark for audiophiles seeking pure sound.
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Baetis Audio, led by scientist Joe Makkerh, merges scientific precision with high-end audio. Their custom media servers offer unrivaled detail and fidelity, supported by a customer-first approach that elevates the listening experience.
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In Part 2, writer Mike Harkins talks to audio manufacturers about DSP’s future, and boldly predicts it will revolutionize sound quality in ways we’ve never experienced before.
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We’re thrilled to announce the release of our third flipbook, which doubles as the official program for the Toronto Audiofest 2024!
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Mike Harkins explores the rise of DSP in high-end audio, questioning its role in shaping the future as more audiophile brands adopt it to optimize room acoustics and enhance sound reproduction.
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Lifestyle Cables transforms high-end audio gear into absurd luxury items—from cable-woven belts to pet leashes—sparking both awe and suspicion over whether it’s eco-chic innovation or a cunning audiophile conspiracy.
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Tom Gibbs dismantled $8,000 worth of high-end gear—only to find a $150 Topping E30 II DAC paired with Euphony’s Mozzaik upsampler delivered better, more analog-like sound than ever before. Mind blown, wallet intact.
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PS Audio’s Paul McGowan offers a brief history of the evolution of loudspeakers.
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Bruno Putzeys calls class-D a “solved problem,” but responses from Peachtree, Orchard Audio, and Bel Canto suggest otherwise—pointing to GaN FETs, digital input topologies, and implementation refinements as the next frontier for sonic gains.
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Berlin’s hi-fi bar scene is booming—Anima, Bar Neiro, Rhinoçéros, Unkompress, and Bankert Vinyl Café each offer a unique blend of audiophile sound and hospitality, from vintage vinyl purity to immersive listening sessions by the Spree.
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Tom Gibbs defends the value of Chi-Fi in high-end audio, spotlighting PrimaLuna’s EVO 300 tube amp and budget marvels from Vera-Fi, Gustard, and Topping—while calling out the fearmongering and hypocrisy in anti-Chinese gear rhetoric.
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Orange, CT, June 22, 2024 – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rondi D’Agostino, CEO of Krell Industries, on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. As one of the last privately owned and family-operated companies in the high-end audio industry, this loss is deeply personal for the entire Krell family. Rondi D’Agostino…
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“ALBA is the bridge between the current in-ear market and Meze Audio’s best-in-class collection. Priced at US$ 159.”
