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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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11:46

Diptyque DP 107 Planar Dipole Loudspeakers Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Robert Taylor returns with a review of the compelling Diptyque 107 Loudspeakers. He breaks dow the DP 107 into its highs, midrange, and bass. Tune in to learn more! Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently out to get the Apex upgrade). -Pre-amp: McIntosh C2700 tube preamp -Power amp: McIntosh MC 462 -Speakers: Magico S1 Mk 2 with ISO acoustics Gaia

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09:53

Meze Liric II Headphone Review | Two-Way Planar?

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the second edition of Meze's Liric two-way planar headphones. Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=shared 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,

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11:31

Dan Clark Audio E3 Planar Headphones Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

This week, Tom Martin reviews the impressive, planar magnetic Dan Clark E3 headphones. 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, YouTube and Substack

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19:55

Focal Celestee Wired Headphones Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the closed-back wired FOCAL Celestee headphones. Bathys Headphones Review: https://youtu.be/uRstvDoorqk?feature=shared 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,

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09:53

2024 Recommended Products Over $10,000 | Tom Martin...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the last year's best hi-fi products over $10,000. 2024 Recommended Products Between $1,000 and $10,000https://youtu.be/p2AgRNUdp7E 2024 Recommended Products Under $1,000 https://youtu.be/L0PUIWP_Oxk Borreson X3 https://youtu.be/XD0ihyCGnmM?si=UUzG81Z4C7GlnUej YG Talus https://youtu.be/Ei43ROKKzWY?si=ZBR_btFOYuxDgPZ- J Sikora Max https://youtu.be/O9oA8chsfek?si=LWHzTuzKfj5p88TW Audio Research Reference 6SE Preamp https://youtu.be/kQn0CUBiWqA?si=NiH8oN_i9Tq6D8CL dCS Lina &

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10:04

2024 Recommended Products Under $1,000

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the last year's best hi-fi products under $1,000. Look for our upcoming videos exploring different price ranges. *Correct price of DragonFly Cobalt $199.95 00:00-02:12 Introduction & Overview 02:12-02:47 Sony MDR 7506 02:47-3:29 ATH-M50X 3:29-4:16 Korf HS-A02 4:16-5:02 DragonFly Cobalt 5:02-5:41 Fluance RT 81 5:41-6:26 AQ PowerQuest 303 6:26-7:30 The Perfect Interface Carbon Mat 7:30-8:23 Focal Bathys Headphones 8:23-Magnepan LRS+ Tune in to learn more! Sony MDR7506:

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14:38

AnalogMagik V2 Cartridge Setup Software Review |

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Adrian is joined by pro audio engineer and Randy's Records employee Sam Franey to discuss and review their experience with the AnalogMagik V2 Cartridge Setup Software. 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 Pre-Amp Eminent Technology LFT 8 Speakers Gustrad R26 Dac / Streamer SW-10

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11:48

AGD The Audion MKIII Monoblock Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Richard Drutman returns with his review of the AGD THE AUDION MkIII Monoblock, which he compares and contrasts with the BHK monoblock amplifiers. Watch our separate review of the BHK's here: https://youtu.be/-tX3gprOt14?si=wWM0HKHjP9MdBPhB 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,

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19:28

Audiovector QR 5 SE Loudspeaker Review | Tom Martin...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom talks the Audiovector QR 5 SE. Impressed by its modest price tag, refined imaging, and balanced response, Tom shares his high praises. BHK Review: https://youtu.be/-tX3gprOt14?feature=shared Hegel 190v Review: https://youtu.be/AKC9hNqsRTY?feature=shared Reference 6 Preamp Review: https://youtu.be/kQn0CUBiWqA?feature=shared Some Notes from Tom's listening: -Sleater-Kinney – The Woods: Punchy, Searing, Sounds Live -Black Keys – Delta Kream: Dynamic, Live-Sounding Guitars -Lorde – Melodrama:

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30:49

Michell Gyro SE Turntable Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Michael Johnson returns with another turntable review. This time, he’s unpacking the Michell Gyro SE, a turntable with a design as unique as its aesthetic. He will put this suspended design, in production in one form or another for 40 years, through its paces in a hotly contested price bracket. Hana Umami Red Review: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hana-umami-red-phono-cartridge/ Who is Michael Johnson? Michael Johnson, DMA, is an oboist and educator currently based in Colorado Springs

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32:46

SVS Ultra Evolution Titan Speaker Review | The Audio...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Cynthia Blakenkship, AKA the @TheAudioBelle reviews the sonically impressive and wallet-friendly Ultra Evolution Titan Speakers from SVS. Tune in to learn more about these ultra-competitive speakers. About Cynthia Blankenship: Cynthia converted to audiophilism 5 years ago when she first heard a pair of Magnepan 3.3Rs playing Die Moldau from Smetana's Ma Vlast. The ensuing journey would have her be a recurring guest on the Audiophiliac's channel, a Magnepan 1.7i ad in The Absolute Sound magazine,

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10:58

Modhouse Tungsten Push-Pull Planar Headphone Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom reviews the artistic and scientific planar Modhouse Tungsten Push-Pull Planar headphones. He compares and contrasts the Tungstens to the Dan Clark E3's, details their impressive frequency balance, and more. Lumin T3 Network Player Review: https://youtu.be/q7IYY3BEuVM?feature=shared Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=shared E3 Review: https://youtu.be/b6IBZBlfnos?feature=shared Newsletter:

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15:08

PS Audio StellarGold DAC Review | Adrian Alexander...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Adrian reviews the PS Audio StellarGold DAC. 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 Pre-Amp Eminent Technology LFT 8 Speakers Gustrad R26 Dac / Streamer SW-10 Audio File Ethernet Switch PS Audio Power Plant 15 VPI Scout Turn Table Audio Technica Turn Table Hana Blue Umami Blue MC

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20:41

GoldenEar T66 Loudspeaker Review | The Audio Belle

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Cynthia, AKA @TheAudioBelle , reviews the first loudspeaker in GoldenEar's T series. She talks aesthetics, sound quality, its remarkable ability in recreating a live orchestra, and its A+ "wife acceptance factor"... Listen in to learn more! Watch more Audio Belle: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheAudioBelle 00:00-1:08 First Thoughts 1:08-3:45 Aesthetics, Design, & Construction 3:45-9:22 Cynthia's Subjective Review & System 9:22-13:17 The T66's and "The Absolute Sound" 13:17-19:11

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12:45

Simaudio Moon 791 network player/DAC/phono/preamp

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Adrian returns with his review of the Simaudio Moon 791. 00:00-01:35 Preamplifier 01:35-03:27 Input/Outputs 03:27-5:29 Streamer 05:29-6:45 DAC 06:45-08:13 Remote 08:13-10:12 A Note On Customer Service 10:12- Conclusion 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 Pre-Amp Eminent Technology

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12:16

Rethm Trishna Loudspeakers Review | Thomas & Stereo...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Thomas Tan returns with his review of the Rethm Trishna loudspeakers. Despite his aversion to single driver speakers, the Trishnas have left Thomas thoroughly impresssed. Listen in to learn more! Learn more about Rethm and their line of loudspeakers from owner and designer Jacob George (from 2023's AXPONA): https://youtu.be/7_hDr61guV0?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/news... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutes... Substack:

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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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09:56

Icon Audio HP8 Mk II Headphone Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Today Tom Martin reviews the Icon Audio HP8 mk II headphone amp, a tube-based headphone amp designed in England by David Shaw. Listen in to learn more! 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,

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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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15:27

Burmester 101 Integrated Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the the Burmester 101 integrated amplifier. He talks price point, features, and sound quality... Technics SU-G700M2 Review: https://youtu.be/f0iM7mwEC98?si=BLSBWIgp3AfNbr1q NAD M33 Streaming Amp Review: https://youtu.be/J8zrM1QVDxE?si=7Gy8OV7YwdSPjZ6I Luxman L-507z Review: https://youtu.be/fMAAxD2bQuc?si=BF_gTSMQRPDO70qw Magico A5 Loudspeaker Review: https://youtu.be/by4-JGTVn38?si=7XczijsfJ-Vd5-21 00:00-01:58 The Punchline 01:58-06:18 Overview of Burmester 101 06:18-12:34

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