David Chesky, audiophile pioneer and Grammy nominee, shares insights in an exclusive interview ahead of his trioโs live performance of The Great European Songbook at Montreal’s Bourgie Hall on January 23. Tickets are available now, for $19 – $38.
Can pop music compete with classicalโs sonic precision? Jonson Lee delves into recording techniques that make classical music a benchmark for audiophiles seeking pure sound.
How good is Galion Audio’s class-A / class-A/B TS34 integrated amplifier? Find out in our in-depth review.
Among my music recommendations is a handful of favorite holiday records in my collection โ some new, some classic. โTis the season!
To celebrate its 75th anniversary, McIntosh Labs is collaborating with mastering facility Sterling Sound on a series of AAA analog tape-recorded vinyl releases. John Seetoo and Frank Doris take a look at the first release in the series.
From courtly halls to Zen temples, the shakuhachi evolved from a Tang Dynasty import into a meditative tool and global musical icon, resonating with timeless beauty.
Paul Bowes shares his story of getting invited to the UK, Europe, and North America to perform space optimization in the listening rooms of complete strangers who later became friends.
Burmesterโs luxurious sound, enhanced by live performances, mesmerized. Meanwhile, the Kef Blade II and Stable 33.33 setup, powered by Luna cables, delivered unmatched vinyl clarity and sonic depth.
Frank Doris shares lessons from 50 years of playing in bands, from stage falls to near-stardom, exploring the deep, primal urge that drives musicians to play.
The ported, two-way, CA$ 6000/pair standmount Yamaha NS-800A oozes qualityโitโs 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…
In my previous article, entitled โAnalyzing a Stereoโs Frequency Response and Decay Timesโ, I suggested measurement tips and the use of important variables to do with frequency response and decay times.ย 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)…
“Wonderful loudspeakers that deserve to be front and centre of a two-channel system. These are mini speakers with a massive sound and which represent something unusual in audio โ genuine value for money.”
The SIVGA P2 PRO boasts several features that set it apart from the competition. Its most notable feature is SIVGAโs new sapphire vibration circuit, a so-called first in the industry designed to enhance audio performance.
Welcome to โThe ABCs of Audio: Hi-Fi Lexicon,โ your ultimate guide to understanding the fundamental terms and concepts in high-fidelity audio. Whether youโre 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, weโll cover essential…
Welcome to my series Treasures from the Vinyl Vault. In it, I will feature select gems from my approximately 12,000 ever-growing vinyl collection, accumulated over a 45-year period and counting.