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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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15:54

KEF LSX II Wireless Powered Speakers Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/06

Tom has one word to describe his listening experience with the small but mighty KEF LSX II: “Wow”. 4 Major Problems with Bass and Subwoofers | Audio Basics https://youtu.be/L5IxPUpvCXg Tune in to learn why! 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

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01:01:01

Vinyl Technology Roundtable Featuring Michael Fremer

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/04

Turntable experts Michael Fremer, Craig Milnes (Director of Design and Engineering Wilson-Benesch), Leif Johannsen (Chief Officer Acoustics and Research, Ortofon), Mark Dohmann (Director Technical Services and Design at Dohmann Audio Pty Ltd) and J.R. Boisclair (Owner WAM Engineering / WallyTools ) in a live discussion about vinyl playback technology and about the possibilities to get the perfect sound out of it. Experience more about actual developments and expert know how in this round

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09:38

Best Headphones: Meze Audio Empyrean II Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/02

Tom reviews the satisfyingly balanced and detailed Meze Audio Empyrean II Headphones 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: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack:

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The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/02

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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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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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09:54

JBL 4329P Studio Monitor Powered Loudspeaker Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Aaron Jenkins reviews JBL's 4239P studio monitor powered loudspeakers, their precise imaging, prominent tweeter, and smooth sonic decay. Tune 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

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19:12

Listen to ”Babylon Sisters” UHQR on $370K...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

From Fremer: Analogue Productions' "Gaucho" UHQR is out and even with all of YouTube's digital compression you can hear the goodness on this transcription of "Babylon Sisters" accomplished using the Wilson-Benesch GMT One turntable, W-B cartridge and CH Precision P10 phono preamplifier. The full review has been published on the Tracking Angle website. https://trackingangle.com/ Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack:

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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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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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16:48

Focal Utopia (updated) Headphone Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the Focal Utopia headphones, their warm upper bass, sweet treble and compares/contrasts them to the Susvaras, Liric. Tune 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

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18:04

Acoustic Signature Double Neo X Turntable Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Robert Taylor returns with his review of the Acoustic Signature Double Neo X Turntable, detailing its lively sound, excellent bass, and surprising dynamics... 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 2

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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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Rogue Audio Cronus ”Dark” Integrated Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Aaonr Jenkins returns with his review of the Rogue Audio Cronus "Dark" Integrated Amplifier. Aaron talks embracing the emotional, liquid-smooth sound of the Cronus Dark, while highighting its innate visceral nature. Sponsored by: https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/category/loudspeakers/700-series-signature/ NAD C389 Review: https://youtu.be/Hkros09JzZc?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack:

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18:21

Review: Burmester 111 Streamer/Server/CD/DAC/Pre –...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Alan Sircom is editor-in-chief of hi-fi+, sister magazine of The Absolute Sound. Alan had access to one of the first two production units of the Burmester 111, so we asked him to do a video of his initial thoughts shortly after putting the review sample in his reference system. The Burmester 111 mk II is priced at $55,000 in the U.S. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What

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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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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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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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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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25:02

Magnepan’s NEW “Speaker” Range..? | Tom Martin Previews

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom had the chance to preview and listen to a new Magnepan open architecture concept speaker. Linkwitz Review: https://youtu.be/7vF2r9PQ28o?feature=shared BACCH4Mac Review: https://youtu.be/TxI6wf5TYTU?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

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