
Angela-Gilbert Yeung dispels common myths about amp and speaker power ratings, arguing that most speaker damage stems not from mismatched specs but from misuseโespecially clipping, overheating, and, yes, intoxicated listening sessions.

In the final part of his interview, new Audio Research owner Val Cora outlines bold plans for reviving the iconic brandโpromising U.S.-made innovation, design freedom, and a renewed push for excellence, including a special update to the i50.

At AXPONA 2023, Chad Kassem opened up to Gilles Laferriรจre about his Cajun roots, a troubled youth, and the early 1980s decision to embrace vinyl just as the world shifted to CDsโlaying the foundation for Analogue Productions.

Copper Magazine’s Frank Doris recalls his first encounter with Genesis’s Selling England by the Pound in 1973 and hails Analogue Productionsโ new 45 RPM reissue as the albumโs most sonically revealing edition to date.

When Craft Records released a high-end reissue of Thelonious Monkโs Brilliant Corners, author Robert Baird contrasted its audiophile fidelity with the flood of inferior, budget public domain pressingsโhighlighting a clash between accessibility and sonic integrity.

Los Angeles, California, January 25, 2024โย HED UNITY, the Swiss innovator of the Unity wireless lossless audio headphones, andย HEAR360, a leader in spatial audio solutions, today announced a strategic partnership that sets a new bar for wireless headphone experiences incorporating their respective patented technologies. โ The result is Unity, the first headset in the world to…

Rhinoโs new High Fidelity reissues wow with all-analog mastering by Kevin Gray and deluxe Optimal pressings. Standouts include Jaco Pastoriusโ Word of Mouth, Van Morrisonโs His Band and the Street Choir, and Herbie Hancockโs mesmerizing Crossings.

Reflecting on years of digital audio upgrades, Tom Gibbs details how his setupโcentered on Euphony Audio servers and Gustard and Topping DACsโhas surpassed early streaming efforts, challenging โbits are bitsโ dogma with revelations on cables, clocks, and file compression.

The LSX ll LT is the newest addition to the award-winning LS Collection

Exploring the audible quirks of vinyl, Mike Harkins examines groove echo, background noise, and tracking artifactsโwhile emphasizing that even audiophile pressings arenโt immune to defects, surprises, or the charm of analog imperfection.

After years of engaging with online audio debates, Jonson Lee shares how a shift in mindsetโfocusing on empathy over egoโtransformed conflict into connection, making peace the real prize in audio discourse.

Audiophiles rejoice: the Ear Wax Product Remover promises audio nirvana not through gear, but by fine-tuning your earsโbecause clean canals make for clearer concertos.

Hifitrends crowns the Wiim Pro Plus streamer ($219), SMSL DO300 DAC ($549), and iFi Hip Dac 3 ($199) as 2023โs best affordable audio gearโdelivering top-tier performance without breaking the bank.

Audio Appraisalโs reviewer praises Sivgaโs open-back Luan headphones for their superb craftsmanship, warm midrange, and relaxed sound signatureโdelivering impressive value, though not bass-heavy or ideal for communal listening.

Here it isโIssue 1 of PMA Magazineโs flipbook version. I know what youโre thinking: โPMA Magazine comes in a flipbook version?โ It does now. And while its launch may come as a surprise to you, the audio elves behind its creation planned its release for months. What took so long? The timing. The elves thought:…
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