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“Not only is this double-LP compilation outstanding in sound, it is also excellent musically and performance-wise—surprisingly so, perhaps, given the poor history of audiophile-oriented releases.”
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With a new LA show planned at T.H.E. Show’s longtime venue, just days after its Vegas edition, tensions rise as organizers clash over dates—reviving questions about industry cooperation and competitive respect.
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Seldom does an LP’s visual presentation rival the artistry of its music. Having seen the orchestra this past weekend at the Maison Symphonique in Montréal, where the album was recorded, I can attest that the quality of the recording matches the live presentation. In fact, the only thing that’s missing from the album is the…
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Discovery of a limited collection of Telefunken PCF803 tubes leads to next-gen version of a Vincent Audio favourite.
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In this follow-up on budget headphone amps, Steven Stone evaluates three sub-$500 Chinese models—including the Aiyima SMSL E600, Topping EH-5, and xDuuo X-20—highlighting performance, upgrade potential, and the high early failure rates he’s experienced.
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Building on Part 1, this detailed follow-up compares three subwoofer integration strategies—evaluating bass smoothness, articulation, and timing.
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On February 24, 1968, Fleetwood Mac, initially known as Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, marked their entry into the music world with their eponymous debut album. This album not only set the stage for their illustrious career but also played a pivotal role in defining a new era of British blues. Crafted by the band formed…
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Angela-Gilbert Yeung dispels common myths about amp and speaker power ratings, arguing that most speaker damage stems not from mismatched specs but from misuse—especially clipping, overheating, and, yes, intoxicated listening sessions.
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In the final part of his interview, new Audio Research owner Val Cora outlines bold plans for reviving the iconic brand—promising U.S.-made innovation, design freedom, and a renewed push for excellence, including a special update to the i50.
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As the ’60s came to a close, with the dawn of the new decade just on the horizon, many rock bands abandoned references to psychedelics in their music, favouring instead a return to roots, folk, and country.
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Taylor Swift’s re-recording of 1989 (Taylor’s Version) isn’t just a chart-topping triumph—it’s a defiant, billion-dollar victory over an industry that tried to control her, solidifying her as pop’s most powerful force.
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Michael Fremer steps into the role of record producer with Rufus Reid Presents Caelan Cardello, a live, all-analog jazz LP born from a chance performance—and now a top-seller, expertly mastered, pressed, and produced with passion and purpose.
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MoFi’s 2022 One-Step reissue of Crosby, Stills & Nash transforms a historically uneven recording into a lush, balanced, and far more listenable album, with Krieg Wunderlich’s mastering and RTI’s pressing offering striking sonic gains.
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Davide Lo Surdo, born on July 24th 1999 in Rome, Italy, is an Italian guitarist who has made a significant mark in music history, earning the title of the fastest guitarist in the history of music, as described by Rolling Stone Brazil magazine, for his remarkable ability to play a staggering 129 notes per second.…
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