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To showcase how today’s classical recordings can unlock a system’s full potential, Jonson Lee surveys the sonic evolution from flawed late analog to early digital’s brightness, arriving finally at today’s breathtaking 24-bit digital gems.
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After years of AB tests and blind comparisons, Jonson Lee finds that while 24-bit playback offers little audible advantage over 16-bit, high-res still matters—mainly due to improved recording techniques and mastering quality.
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Part 2 of this series dives into classical recording eras, revealing how early mono (’30s–’50s) captures legendary performances despite technical limits, while late ’50s–early ’60s stereo offers warm, rich, and cohesive orchestra sound—especially from RCA, Decca, EMI, and Philips.
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Blue Note’s Classic Vinyl Reissue Series delivers high-quality 180-gram LPs mastered by Kevin Gray, offering pristine sound from iconic jazz albums like Horace Silver’s 6 Pieces of Silver and Art Blakey’s The Big Beat. Audiophile vinyl is back—but with modern care and legacy.
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Karim Senoussi’s audio system proves that synergy beats price: a vintage Mark Levinson amp, Simaudio Moon Neo 260D, tubed Thöress preamp, and Dunlavy SC V speakers create a natural, immersive sound that captivates listeners without costly cables or room treatment.
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For many audiophiles, pop songs are fun but often fall short in sound quality. Classical recordings, with strict rules and faithful production, offer breathtaking realism and absolute standards—making them the ultimate test for serious audio systems.
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After dismissing high-end audio cables as snake oil, a $900 silver phono cable blew Gilles Laferrière away—revealing clearer detail, richer timbres, and vast soundstage. Key factors? Room acoustics, speaker placement, and clean power made the difference.
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The Denafrips Pontus II DAC rekindled Mario St-Laurent’s love for digital audio with its smooth, analog-like warmth and emotional depth. After extensive burn-in, it revealed exceptional clarity, imaging, and musicality, effortlessly blending detail with natural sound.
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A small bladder can ruin music marathons, but Stadium Pal—a discreet urinal pouch—lets you stay seated through entire Pink Floyd albums or Mahler cycles, preserving sonic immersion and letting your system’s true balance keep you hooked longer.
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Donna Summer revolutionized disco with Moroder and Bellotte, blending sensual Eurodisco and electronic beats. Hits like “Love To Love You Baby” and “I Feel Love” shaped dance music and sparked electronic genres.
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Once a cable skeptic, Gilles Laferrière confesses a shift in thinking—questioning whether thousands of audiophiles could really be fooled. He explores how luxury pricing, perception, and experience reshape the contentious debate over high-end audio cables.
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MOON by Simaudio’s Dominique Poupart radiates passion and precision as he leads a tour through the company’s Quebec-based factory, where cutting-edge robotics meet meticulous hand-assembly—all in service of sonic excellence.
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Gilles recounts 50 years of audiophile growth, from teenage gear rivalries to embracing once-dismissed tweaks, reminding readers that real learning in hi-fi comes not from specs or forums—but from listening with open ears.
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In a playful dialogue with his younger self, Jonson Lee explores how sound quality deepens music’s magic—while cautioning against losing joy in the endless quest for upgrades. The message? Savor the music, now.
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Though a digital listener, Jonson Lee argues vinyl’s tactile rituals, emotional resonance, and enforced focus offer a deeper musical intimacy—likening analog to a meaningful kiss, and streaming to a noisy crowd ruining the moment.
