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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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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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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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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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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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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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11:15

Record Doctor X Record Cleaning Machine Review | Tom...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin dusts off a few old records to review the Record Doctor X Record Cleaning Machine... 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

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50:13

The AQWO 2 Hybrid DAC + SACD/CD + Streamer Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Newcomer Michael Johnson reviews Metronome's AQWO 2 Hybrid DAC + SACD/CD + Streamer. He starts with an overview of the AQWO its design and function followed by a comprehensive review of sound quality. Who is Michael Johnson? Michael Johnson, DMA, is an oboist and educator currently based in Los Angeles, with an in-demand performing career spread across the American southwest. Since 2019 Dr. Johnson has been the solo English Horn of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra, and also holds the position of 2nd

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36:51

The Technics SL-1210G Turntable Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the Technics SL-1210G detailing its design, attributes, advantages and potential pitfalls... Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: theabsolutesound.substack.com 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

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09:33

A serious ”grip” on music... | Burmester 032...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the Burmester 032 Integrated Amplifier, detailing its envy-worthy craftsmanship, its relentless power, and its undeniable "grip" on music... 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 Substack: theabsolutesound.substack.com #hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

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20:11

Technics SU-G700M2 Integrated Amplifier Review | A...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

With 70 watts/ch into 8 ohms and 140 watts/ch into 8 ohms the G700M2 is unusual in its nearly complete digital approach to amplification. 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,

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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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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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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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22:57

T+A HA 200 Headphone Amplifier Review | An Assault on...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Chris Martens returns with his review of the T+A HA 200 Headphone Amplifier, its special dynamism, variable filters, and aggressive move toward the state-of-the-art. 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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18:37

Robert Harley PREVIEWS the T+A Solitaire S 540...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

In preparation for his upcoming review in The Absolute Sound magazine, Robert Harley is joined by Jim Shannon of T+A to give a brief preview and overview of the S540 Loudspeaker. The Solitaire's S540 AXPONA debut: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsilt_q_oY0&t=0s&ab_channel=THEABSOLUTESOUND Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound

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35:27

The Legacy Wavelet DAC/Preamplifier & JL Audio...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

In this review, Tom discusses the Legacy Wavelet DAC/Preamp/DSP, the JL Audio Dominion subs, and the dilemma in dialing in DSP and subs. 00:00-07:30 Rollover, DSP, and Introduction 7:30-13:14 JL Audio Subs & Legacy Wavelet Overview 13:14-19:10 The Legacy Wavelet 19:10 - How Does It Sound? Reference System: -Magnepan LRS+ speakers -Audioquest BRX speakers -Magico A5 speakers -Audio Research Reference 6 preamp -Bryston 3B Cubed power amp -dCS Lina DAC and Master Clock -Technics SL-1210G-R

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37:23

Preview: New Magnepan LRS Plus & Dipole Dynamic...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Magnepan's Wendell Diller tells Chris Martens a little about the history of Magnepan, then talks about the new LRS+ speakers and the groundbreaking prototype Magnepan dipole Ultra Wideband Bass System woofer, followed by Chris's first impressions. 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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09:51

Paradigm Premier 700F Floorstanding Speaker Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Aaron Jenkins reviews the "natural", balanced, and budget friendly Paradigm Premier 700F. NAD C389 Review: https://youtu.be/Hkros09JzZc Tom's GoldenEar BRX Review: https://youtu.be/zbMFvtSMBZc?si=0j3dBdRw_bBZZr50 Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com About Aaron Jenkins: After discovering high-end audio in the mid-2000s, Aaron got hooked when visiting the California Audio

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08:58

Michael Fremer Previews The Kuzma SAFIR 9 Tonearm

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

From Michael: "My full review of Franc Kuzma's newest tonearm, the Safir 9 will appear in an upcoming issue of The Absolute Sound. This video offers a preview showing the tech behind both the original 4 Point arm—if you're not familiar you'll see exactly what those 4 points are and where they are— and the new arm as well." Subscribe to TrackingAngle YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCj8HvEZPUSI0IkMhtuRcqIg What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading

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06:56

The Best Packaging for Vinyl?

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Here we discuss different vinyl packaging offered in the market and Tom Martin identifies the best vinyl packaging he has come across yet. Product: Music Direct vinyl packaging To subscribe to The Absolute Sound or to purchase the current issue go here: https://www.zinio.com/the-absolute-sound-m39073 To subscribe to our free newsletter, scroll to the bottom of our homepage here: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/

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