x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Absolute Sound Podcast

Nextscreen, LLC

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

technology

All Episodes

11:08

Best Speakers Under $10k Series: Sonus faber Lumina 5...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/09/17

The Lumina Amator series speakers are beneficiaries of the trickle-down economy at play when a brand has the breadth to produce speakers ranging from $1600 a pair to upwards of 100 times that. Stick around while I share what I heard when auditioning the elegant Sonus faber Lumina 5 Amator floorstanding loudspeaker. This video is sponsored by: javahifi.com/home 00:00 JM_Sonus faber Lumina 5 Amato 01:32 Overview 04:17 Reference Equipment 4:58 Sound Quality 10:16 Summary Newsletter:

en

16:13

Acora Acoustics MRC-2 Loudspeaker Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/09/14

What happens when you take stone, precision ceramic drivers, and decades of acoustic engineering? Then you ask them to reproduce the subtlest emotional details in your favorite recordings? You get something that fundamentally changes how you think about what a speaker cabinet should be made of. This is the Acora Acoustics MRC-2 Loudspeaker...This video is sponsored by: https://www.javahifi.com/home Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook:

en

16:52

Borresen C3 Loudspeaker Review: Best Speakers...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Over time, we are investigating several of the interesting speakers in the $20,000 to $50,000 per pair range. We’ve done the Magico A5 and the Perlisten S7t and the Wilson Watt/Puppy and the Sound Lab G7-7C to name a few. And there are more on the schedule, including today’s subject the Borresen C3, which is priced at $40,000 per pair. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/pages/introducing-perlisten 00:00 Borresen C3 Loudspeaker 00:55 Overview 02:22 Design 04:50 Sound

en

21:51

Technics 1300G Turntable Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Last year, Technics unveiled an expansion to their acclaimed Grand Class series with the SL-1300G, the first direct-drive turntable in the lineup since its debut in 2016. While the absence of iconic DJ-associated controls, like pitch adjustment and strobe, may draw attention for its sleek, revamped aesthetic, my month-long experience with the SL-1300G revealed there’s more to this model than meets the eye. I’m Michael Johnson with The Absolute Sound. Join me as I explore this new chapter in Japanese

en

13:00

True Life Audio TSI-300 Integrated Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/09/05

Robert Taylor reviews the pricey yet formidably impressive TSI-300 Integrated Amplifier. Engaging, relaxing, and extremely natural, this integrated amplifier has Robert reminiscing on one of his favorite childhood albums. Will you feel the same? Tune in to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/pages/introducing-perlisten The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology:

en

14:49

Meze Audio POET | Open-Back Planar Headphones Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/09/03

Meze has been releasing a lot of new headphones in the last couple of years. And this is kind of a new generation of what I think of as their mid-range line of headphones. Do they strike balance between fidelity and affordability? Tune in to find out.This video is sponsored by: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absolute-sounds-review-methodology-first-principles/ 00:00 Meze Audio POET 01:46

en

17:07

Best DACs under $10,000 Series: Denafrips Terminator...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/29

Denafrips is a manufacturer of audio electronics, primarily known for its series of advanced ladder DACs. In this test I cover the Terminator 15th DAC which is positioned as Denafrips flagship, but at a price of $6099 is affordable compared to some of the other flagship DACs I’ve been covering. Let’s see how it performs. This video's sponsor: https://www.javahifi.com/home 00:00 Denafrips Terminator 15th 01:34 The Absolute Sound 02:34 Specs 03:18 Overview 4:50 What's the issue? 07:57

en

11:04

D’agostino Pendulum Integrated Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/24

D'Agostino Pendulum integrated amplifier made from Dan D'Agostino Master Audio Systems, the company belonging to the man who was founder, CEO and chief designer of KRELL until 2009. They mostly manufacture megabucks electronics like preamps, power amps and integrated amps, which sell for up to $385,000. But the Pendulum is their new most affordable amp at $18,000 base, or $22,500 as reviewed, with both options and capable of 120W per channel. Does it deliver on its pomise?This video is sponsored

en

24:30

New Vandersteen L5 Audio Control Center Preview: 7...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/21

As you may recall, we have outlined seven major problems with audio believability. A link is in the description for details. One of these items is the problem of recording standards. Today, we look at a new electronics product from Vandersteen that is designed to address this issue. Let’s see what Richard and team have done.

en

11:31

AGD SOLO Monoblock Limited Edition amplifier review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/20

With a price per pair coming in at $23.5k (USD), for me they’ll remain a memory for now, but when my hi-fi budget grows, I’ll definitely be keeping my eye on these beauties. However, if you currently find yourself looking for equipment in this price range, you’re gonna wanna stick around while I share what I heard while listening to the AGD SOLO Monoblock amps.This video is sponsored by: https://shunyata.com/product/everest-x/ 00:00 SOLO Monoblock Limited Edition amplifier 01:29

en

11:47

Pearl Acoustics Model 1 Speaker Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/17

After hearing the Model 1's at this year's AXPONA, in combination with their minimalist design, Adrian Alexander decided to investigate these further. Are they possibly going to be Adrian's new reference speaker? Tune in to find out!This video is sponsored by: https://www.wattson.audio/ The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absolute-sounds-review-methodology-first-principles/ 00:00 Pearl Acoustics Model 1 01:56 Overview 02:47 What's in the

en

15:16

New Audio Research S-100 amplifier and LS-3 preamp:...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/15

The venerable firm Audio Research has recently undergone a big transition in ownership, strategy and product offerings. We covered this extensively in a visit to their Minnesota headquarters in advance of the release of 6 new products this summer. Today, I’ll be reviewing two of those products, the LS-3 solid-state preamp/DAC and the S-100 solid-state power amp. We’ve covered the new D-80 tube power amp, and will be covering the LS-2 tube preamp and the S-200 solid-state power amp soon. This

en

14:34

PMC Prophecy9 Loudspeaker Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/13

What happens when you take one of the most respected professional monitor companies and ask them to build their flagship home speaker? You get something that challenges everything you think you know about how big sound should look... This video is sponsored by: https://www.javahifi.com/home 00:00 PMC Prophecy9 01:39 Overview 4:40 Sound Quality 11:15 Is it for you? 12:46 Technology 13:36 Summary Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook:

en

12:14

Tidal Audio Arkas streamer review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/10

The streamer is quite possibly the most misunderstood device commonly used in the high-end audio chain. Most people harbor the thought that the differences between streamers are either non-existent or very, very small. I had that thought, reinforced by the idea that “it’s just a computer, and computers can be had for $500.” Then I started testing them. The differences are pretty obvious on a good system, and I think meaningful if you have a well-developed system. The Tidal Audio Arkas certainly

en

10:20

Golden Ear Triton 5 Loudspeakers

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/03

In many loudspeaker reviews, you'll hear the word 'soundstage' and 'sound dispersion' a lot, and today you're going to hear a lot more about it, in this review of The Golden Ear Triton five loudspeakers. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/pages/introducing-perlisten 00:00 Golden Ear Triton 5 1:01 Overview 01:42 Specs & Design 5:35 Sound Quality 09:15 Summary Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook:

en

09:44

SoulNote E-3 Phono Equalizer Amplifier Review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/08/01

The E-3 is strictly for playback of DS audio optical cartridges. Does its refined purpose lead to refined sound? Listen in to Robert's review to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://hifirose.com/ 00:00 Soul Note E-3 Phono Equalizer 00:49 Specs & Design 02:39 Sound Quality 08:45 Summary Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Robert's Reference

en

16:49

Alsyvox Michaelangelo Preview and Interview

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/07/27

Ahead of his review of the https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/alsyvox-caravaggio-xx-loudspeaker/ Editor-in-Chief of The Absolute Sound hosted Alsyvox founder and owner Daniele Cohen at his listening room to gather some expository information on the Caravaggio and Alsyvox as a company.The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absolute-sounds-review-methodology-first-principles/ Newsletter:

en

22:56

Audio Research D-80 stereo tube amplifier review

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/07/25

What can 80 watts per channel of American tube muscle do for your system in 2025? And further, what can a storied heritage brand like Audio Research bring to the table in a field increasingly dominated by foreign competitors? Hello viewers, I'm Michael Johnson with the Absolute Sound and I am lucky enough to have an early look and listen to Audio Research’s new D-80 stereo tube amplifier, so let’s just dive in. The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology:

en

11:24

Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphone (Best Headphones...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/07/23

For a long time, electrostatic driver technology has been at the apex of headphone performance. Audeze, famous for their planar magnetic headphones, has recently updated their electrostatic flagship to create the CRBN2. Let’s take a look. This video is sponsored by: https://www.perlistenaudio.com/products/r210s/ The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absolute-sounds-review-methodology-first-principles/ Newsletter:

en

15:14

Best Integrated Amps Series: Esoteric F-01 Class A...

The Absolute Sound Podcast ·

2025/07/18

Some products that we review do special things that are almost immediately obvious in a controlled environment like we use for testing. Some products also present a challenge to our preconceived notions of what works in audio. The Esoteric F-01 integrated amp does both. Let’s take a look. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/ 6 Major Problems of Believability: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-six-major-problems-of-audio-believability/ 00:00 Esoteric

en

301 results

Similar Podcasts

Lead With AI

Tamara Nall

Linux in the Ham Shack

Black Sparrow Media

Data Engineering Podcast

Tobias Macey

Eye On A.I.

Craig S. Smith

Reflections

Livewire Labs