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The Absolute Sound Podcast

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The Absolute Sound is the world’s preeminent source of expert reviews, features, and commentary on high-performance audio and music. Since 1973, TAS has set the standard for quality audio and music journalism, helping to shape the industry and guiding audio enthusiasts and music lovers to components and recordings that faithfully reproduce the sounds one might hear in a good concert hall. The Absolute Sound is a monthly print and digital magazine, an online destination for those interested in

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11:15

Robert Harley PREVIEWS the Göbel Divin Noblesse...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Robert Harley previews the Göbel Divin Noblesse Loudspeaker and the Divin Sovereign subwoofer ahead of his upcoming review which will be featured in our early Spring issue. He is joined by CEO and founder Oliver Göbel as they discuss baffle design, structure, their app, and more! About Robert Harley: Robert Harley is the editor in chief of the Absolute Sound and the editor of the large-format book series the Absolute Sound’s Illustrated History of High-End Audio. Harley has taught college degree

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13:31

Hegel 190v Integrated Streaming Amplifier Review |...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom reviews the modestly priced ($4200) but fiercely competitive Hegel 190v Integrated Streaming Amplifier. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since 1972. Since the early 2000s, The Absolute Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media,

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19:42

The inefficiency issue... | Magnepan LRS+ & Bryston...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

How do you drive an inefficient speaker like the Magnepan LRS+ without over powering it? Should you really spend more money on the amplifier than a loudspeaker? In this review, Tom poses these questions, gives his thoughts on the Magnepan + Bryston pairing, and more! For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound

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42:28

BACCH4Mac Overview and FAQ | Tom Martin Reports...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin announces the BACCH4Mac as the 2024 Product of the Year, he answers some frequently asked questions about BACCH and follows up on his previous review. BACCH4Mac Review: https://youtu.be/TxI6wf5TYTU Andy Quint’s BACCH Preview: https://youtu.be/p0fGZnDIZ5k?si=BqyJ4wsGeSx-YQlU Guide to High-End Room Treatment: https://youtu.be/OtUcfiaN6CY?si=fl7y8Faw38YBIC7o Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack:

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39:10

Review: Magnepan LRS+ -- Does It Have ANY Competition?

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Preview with Chris/Wendell: https://youtu.be/IdaqxwSybFw Magnepan's site: https://magnepan.com/ *Note: that stands shown in video are the optional Magnepan riser stands: ($289) *Note: LRS+ is available in black or white fabric Ancillary equipment for this review: -Legacy Wavelet DAC/Preamp -Orchard Audio Starkrimson power amp -Oppo BCD-105 CD drive -Roon Nucleus server -Shunyata Venom power director and AC cables -Audioquest USB cable -Wireworld analog inteconnects -Tara Labs speaker

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15:16

Synergistic Master and Purple Fuse Listening Tests

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Newcomer to the TAS reviewing team Richard Drutman, shares his thoughts and experiences in listening to Synergistic Research's Master and Purple fuses. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Who is Richard Drutman? Richard is a NYC based film writer/director/editor at TriodePictures.com, creating films/spots for high profile clients including The World Trade Center, Oscar

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14:11

Preview: English Electric 8Switch - Can 1’s and 0’s...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin previews the English Electric 8Switch (https://englishelectric.uk/8-switch/) "Powered by a customized TCXO (Temperature Compensation Crystal Oscillator), accuracy is 0.1ppm – far higher than normal crystals and higher than a normal TCXO, allowing the 8Switch to generate higher accuracy network signals, which in turn helps provide more stable music data transmission." -English Electric UpTone Audio's White Paper:

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25:17

Preview: Andrew Quint on BACCH-SP Stereo Purifier -...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Andrew Quint previews the obscure but powerful Theoretica Applied Physics BACCH-SP adio Stereo Purifier. https://www.theoretica.us/bacch-sp.html Find Andrew's most recent articles here: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/author/andrew-quint For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound #hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

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27:01

AVIDHIFI Volvere Turntable & Altus Tonearm Review |...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Newcomer to TAS' YouTube team, Chris Martens, reviews the Avid Volvere Turntable & Altus Tonearm. Tune in to learn more! 00:00-03:52 Overview of Avid Volvere TT 03:52-14:18 Design & Construction 14:18-18:37 Altus Tonearm 18:37- Sound Quality Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in

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09:51

Luxman-L 507z Integrated Amplifier Review | Classic...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

About Tom Martin: Tom is a long-time audiophile. He began his reviewing career after acquiring the The Absolute Sound magazine in 1997 and then hi-fi+ magazine in 2002. He has worked closely with Harry Pearson and Robert Harley at TAS and with Roy Gregory and Alan Sircom at hi-fi+. Since Tom and his teams expanded the TAS and Plus platforms in the digital domain, he has served as Chief Content Officer. For more product information visit: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/49344/ What Is The

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04:39

Ortofon 2M Black LVB 250 Cartridge Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Newcomer Adrian Alexander reviews the Ortofon 2M Black LVB 250 Cartridge. Watch his review of the MC Cadenza Black Cartridge from Ortofon here: https://youtu.be/Y9aLO2e0VKM?si=aIdrkkFpbnvsZ6wo Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Who is Adrian Alexander? I began my journey at the tender age of 12. Initially, it was just a small snippet of sound, perhaps a simple melody or a

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05:56

Preview: Topping LA90 Power Amplifier - Or is it...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Steven previews the Topping LA90 Power Amplifier ahead of his upcoming review in The Absolute Sound magazine. Learn more at Topping's website: https://www.tpdz.net/productinfo/821195.html Find Steven's most recent articles here: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/author/steven-stone For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound #hifi #audiophile

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08:06

Ortofon MC Cadenza Black Phono Cartridge Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Newcomer Adrian Alexander reviews the Ortofon MC Cadenza Black Phono Cartridge. He shares his background with Hi-Fi, stops by Randy's Records, gives his impressions on Cadenza's sound quality, and even a mention of Ortofon's customer service. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Adrian's Reference Equipment: Mclntosh MC 462 Quad Balance Power Amplifier Mclntosh C2600 Tube

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10:51

Rhino High Fidelity’s New Reissue of Television’s...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

From Fremer: Rhino's "High Fidelity" series released last week a reissue of Television's classic "Marquee Moon" cut by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio, using the original analog master tape. The reissue sounds great! Far better than the original pressing in terms of bass response, transient clarity and all of the audiophile "check marks" but, I argue, it's not likely what Tom Verlaine intended at all! That's partly due to the fact that mastering engineer Kevin Gray was not familiar with the album or

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27:24

The Best of Both Worlds? | Bryston 3B Cubed Power...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

The Bryston 3B Cubed Power Amplfier might just combine the best of both worlds: those that love tube amps and those that love solid-state. Tom Martin explains... 00:00-01:52 Introduction to the Bryston 01:52-02:35 A Note on Power Amplifiers 02:35-05:19 Marrying the Best of Tube and Solid-State Amps 05:19-06:18 Frequency Balance? 06:18--09:44 Dynamic Contrast? 09:44-15:52 The Soundstage, Spaciousness, & Compression? 15:52-19:17 dB Levels and Dynamic Range 19:17-23:09 What's not to

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22:00

DS Audio DS 003 Optical Phono Cartridge Review | My...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the DS Audio 003 Cartridge and Phonostage System. He talks its competitive price point, the nature of optical cartridges, and why the 003 is his current favorite cartridge. DS 003 Cartridge Price: $2500 USD DS 003 Phonostage Price: $3500 USD 00:00-02:38 Overview of DS Audio 003 System 02:38-11:09 Why Do You Want an Optical Cartridge? 11:09-19:47 Sound Quality Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack:

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10:20

Review: Michael Fremer on the DS Audio ES 001...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

DS Audio's ES 001 Eccentricity Stabilizer uses lasers and computer control to read record grooves in real time to help you center even slightly eccentric records to remove even the smallest traces of "wow" on your records. Once correctly centered whatever residual "wow" you hear is either from your turntable, the mastering lathe or even the tape playback machine. For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.com Follow

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04:47

Preview: Steven Stone on LSA Warp 1 Power Amplifier

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Steven previews the LSA Warp 1 Power Amplifier ahead of his upcoming review. Find Steven's most recent articles here: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/author/steven-stone For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound #hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

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36:01

Pro-Ject E1 Turntable Review | The Audio Belle...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Cynthia Blakenship, AKA, The Audio Belle, reviews the Pro-Ject 1 turntable, its design, functionality, price point, and more... Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutes... Substack: theabsolutesound.substack.com Watch more Audio Belle: https://www.youtube.com/@UCdV67WU4ATUorEdts5HPE2Q About Cynthia Blankenship: Cynthia converted to audiophilism 5 years ago when she first heard a pair of Magnepan 3.3Rs playing Die Moldau from

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38:32

Theoretica Applied Physics BACCH4Mac Stereo Purifier...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the BACCH4Mac proprietary software which purports to return stereo sound to its original design and purpose; a type 3 product, and one of the most interesting breakthroughs in high-end audio of the last few years. Andy Quint’s Preview of BACCH SP: https://youtu.be/p0fGZnDIZ5k?si=Rhoc5SVhRtcM_0Xq How Tom set BACCH4Mac up: • BACCH4Mac is run on the "streamer" which is a MacMini. He runs ethernet from his router into a MacMini (M2). He runs a Roon Core on the MacMini, The Roon

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