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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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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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14:16

DragonFly DAC Cobalt Review | Impossible to Beat for...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Aaron Jenkins reviews the DragonFly Cobalt DAC. He talks the incredibly competitive price point, ease of use, sound quality, and more... 00:00-00:51Introduction to DragonFly Cobalt 00:51-03:28 What is a DAC? 03:28-07:28 DragonFly Cobalt Overview 07:28-12:34 Sound Quality 12:34- Quick Aside & Summary Tom's GoldenEar BRX Review: https://youtu.be/zbMFvtSMBZc?si=0j3dBdRw_bBZZr50 Robert's DragonFly Red & Black Review:

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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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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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29:57

A Win for Beginning Audiophiles? | GoldenEar BRX...

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. What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in

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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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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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19:14

Dali I0-12 Wireless Headphones Review | Tom Martin...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the impressively built and sonically pure Dali I0-12's. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.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 with Roy Gregory and Alan

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40:37

Ansuz PowerSwitch D2 Review & Interview | In...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Lee Scoggins gives his thoughts and impressions on the Ansuz Power Switch D2 followed by an interview with Audio Group Denmark (Ansuz, Aavik and Boerresen) co-founder Michael Børresen. 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 platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of

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02:29

Soundsmith Hyperion MKII Phono Cartridge | At A Glance

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

*Audio in video is not high-res nor from listening test source. Video/audio is for aesthetic purposes only.* Thank you Ted Denney and Synergistic Research for hosting us. Learn more about SR's multi-frequency resonator Vibratron, featured in the video, here: https://www.synergisticresearch.com/acoustics/passive/vibratron/ 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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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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23:09

The Wilson Benesch Omnium Loudspeaker | Robert Harley...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

During the install of the Wilson Benesch Omnium Loudspeaker, Robert Harley spoke with Luke Milnes to learn more about Wilson Benesch's history, the development of their isobaric drivers, and more... 00:00-03:28 History of Wilson Benesch & Development 03:28-09:16 Isobaric Drivers 09:16-12:12 Enclosure 12:12-16:22 Mechanical Construction & Footer 16:22- Price & Infrasonic Generator What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio

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20:23

The Magico A5 Loudspeaker Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Tom Martin reviews the Magico A5, it's sleek design, extreme low level resolution, and more... Listen in! 00:00-3:32 The Basics 3:32-11:57 Sound Quality 11:57- Imaging Interview w/ Magico CEO Alon Wolf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MdG8uOZP1PU&t=33s&ab_channel=THEABSOLUTESOUND 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

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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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26:10

The Magico M9 & The Myth of the Law of Diminishing...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Is the Law of Diminishing of Returns relevant to the subjective nature of high-end audio? Lee explores this idea while recalling his visit to Magico's factory. Sign up for our FREE newsletter: www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter About Lee Scoggins: A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Lee got interested in audio listening to his Dad’s system in the late 70s. By the early 80s he got swept up in the CD wave that was launching which led to a love of discs from Mobile Fidelity Sound Labs. Later while working

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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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26:10

Review: Orchard Audio’s Starkrimson Stereo Ultra...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Executive publisher Tom Martin reviews Orchard Audio's Starkrimson Stereo Ultra Power Amplifier. Read more here: https://orchardaudio.com/product/starkrismon_stereo_ultra_500w_stereo_amp/ 00:00-09:08 Ancillary Equipment, Music, Listening Space 09:08-17:17 Review Part 1 17:17-26:11 Review Part 2 Be sure to subscribe and stay up to date on show reports, reviews, and more. For more expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.com Follow

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14:06

KEF R3 Meta Bookshelf Speaker Review | Thomas Tan

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

New to the The Absolute Sound team, Thomas&Stereo, reviews the highly anticipated KEF R3 Meta. Does it live up to the hype? Does the Meta technology actually makes a difference? Listen in to find out... Who is Thomas&Stereo? I started this channel with the dream of making millions and a few online friends. Although I have yet to make my first million, I am proud to have created an active online audiophile community. Unlike other traditional review channels, I designed this channel to give

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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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21:54

Preview: Orchard Audio Starkrimson Power Amp

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2024/07/01

Here we preview an interesting Class D power amp, before a lengthy listening test. In our Previews, we discuss the look and feel and packaging of products and go over the ideas and claims made by the manufacturer that suggested we look at this product. In a subsequent review, either on You Tube, on theabsolutesound.com or in the magazine, we will discuss the findings of our listening tests. Product: Orchard Audio Starkrimson Stereo Ultra Amplifier orchardaudio.com Specifications:

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