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Spatial Audio M4 Triode Master Speaker Review

Gene HopstetterDecember 13, 2018

Spatial Audio’s M4 Triode Master speakers deliver holographic imaging and powerful dynamics from four high-efficiency drivers mounted in a sleek panel. They are easy to drive with both low - and high-powered amplifiers, and will make engaging music with pretty much any kind of amplifier you have on hand. They are easy to place in a listening room, work well with many styles of décor, and just plain look handsome. And the qualities they deliver at their selling price are hard to beat.

Floor Standing Speakers

Sonus Faber Sonetto VIII Speaker Review

Glenn YoungDecember 4, 2018

The Sonus faber Sonetto VIII floorstanding speakers not only look like a million bucks but sound that way too. And the Sonus faber Sonetto VIII speakers aren’t even Sonus faber’s top of the line! Everyone who walked into my living room during this review had the exact same reaction to them - “Oooooooh! – What are THOSE?” Although they are quite large, they have the highest visual acceptance factor of any speakers I’ve yet reviewed, and they sound every bit as great as they look.

Floor Standing Speakers

Fluance Signature Series HiFi Two-Way Bookshelf Surround Sound Speakers Review

Taps DasNovember 28, 2018

Fluance’s Signature Series Bookshelf Speaker aims to take a sizeable chunk out of the budget speaker market with it’s latest offering. Does it live up to all of Fluance’s lofty claims?

Surround Sound Speaker Systems

ELAC Debut 2.0 Home Theater Speaker System Review

Carlo Lo RasoNovember 26, 2018

How do you make a good thing better? When it comes to audio, ELAC answers this age-old question by bringing to us their recently updated Debut line of loudspeakers, now known as the Debut 2.0. What was already a widely praised entry-level series of speakers has now been thoroughly re-engineered and expanded. The goal being better overall sound, and flexibility, in a variety of installations while still providing an excellent value to the consumer.

Surround Sound Speaker Systems

MartinLogan Outdoor Living Series Review

Jim ClementsNovember 19, 2018

MartinLogan is really stepping up their outdoor audio game with a new lineup of outdoor speakers they are calling the Outdoor Living Series.

Outdoor Speakers

JBL Stage A180 Loudspeaker Review

Glenn YoungNovember 14, 2018

The JBL Stage A180 loudspeakers bring back the fun that JBLs have always been famous for. Tight and powerful bass, clear and articulate treble, and a presence range that “puts the singer in the room with you” are all classic JBL traits that are on display in the JBL Stage A180 speakers. Other speakers may offer more subdued frequency response and/or more polite dynamics, but they lack the fun factor of the A180. If you’re looking for a durable, well-made, and high-value speaker from one of the most esteemed names in high fidelity, look no further!

Floor Standing Speakers

Pro-Ject RPM 9 Carbon Turntable, Tube Box DS2 Phono Preamp, Sumiko Starling Cartridge Review

John E. Johnson, Jr.November 7, 2018

Pro-Ject is a manufacturer of turntable, amplifiers, speakers, and accessories, located in Mistelbach, Austria, with manufacturing plants in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. They range in price from a few hundred dollars up to several thousand.

PreamplifiersTurntable AccessoriesTurntables

AURALiC ARIES G1 Wireless Streaming Transporter Review

Yongki Go, Ph.D.November 5, 2018

Not too long ago, I wrote a very favorable review of the ARIES G2, which represents AURALiC’s update to its wildly popular ARIES wireless streaming device series. The ARIES G2, which was seemingly designed with a cost-no-object mentality, is excellent in every respect but it carries a rather steep price tag of $3,899. Earlier this year, AURALiC released the ARIES G1, which is positioned at a more affordable price point of $2,199. Although the functionalities of the two products are the same, AURALiC understandably omits some features of the ARIES G2 to meet the price point. The review should give readers some ideas as to whether the ARIES G1 is a worthy addition to AURALiC’s ARIES family.

Wireless

Paradigm Persona 3F Floorstanding Loudspeaker Review

Piero GabucciOctober 31, 2018

Stunning in Aria Blue, the Persona 3F speaker is the “smallest” of the full-range floorstanding speaker line that includes the larger 5F, 7F, and powered 9H. The 9H also includes the amazing Anthem room-correction ARC software.

Floor Standing Speakers

Sutherland Engineering KC Vibe Phono Preamp Review

Michael Jude GalvinOctober 23, 2018

As a long-time fan of Ron Sutherland’s superb 20/20 phono preamp ($2200), I was anxious to find out how much Sutherland performance Ron could squeeze out of his most affordable design, the new $895 KC Vibe.

Preamplifiers

The HIFIMAN Sundara Headphones Review

Mel MartinOctober 17, 2018

In just a decade, HIFIMAN have released a broad range of headphones, and then with every new model in multiple price ranges, they have extended the performance of their products making them an even greater value.

Headphone and Earphone Reviews

iFi Audio xDSD Portable DAC/Amp Review

Carlo Lo RasoOctober 15, 2018

If you are searching for a way to make the music from your smartphone/DAP sound better, or if you need to drive some less efficient headphones, iFi Audio submits the xDSD portable DAC/Amp for your consideration. It looks to be an impressive little beast that is barely bigger than a deck of cards.

Headphone Amplifier Reviews

PSB M4U TW1 Earphones Review

Jim ClementsOctober 3, 2018

PSB M4U TW1 Earphones are all-new wireless in-ear monitors with the latest Bluetooth technology. They look strikingly handsome with a sound quality that is engaging and non-fatiguing. They are also very comfortable, secure-fitting, and water-resistant.

Headphone and Earphone Reviews

Sumiko Olympia Oyster Series and Songbird Reference Series Phono Cartridges

Piero GabucciOctober 1, 2018

It may be time to replace your phono cartridge, perhaps even a modest upgrade. Sumiko gives you many options and with the introduction of six new models, it may be time to consider this 40-year-old brand.

Turntable AccessoriesVinyl AccessoriesVinyl Reviews

NAD VISO HP70 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone Review

Carlo Lo RasoSeptember 26, 2018

The NAD VISO HP70 headphone is the fraternal twin to the PSB M4U 8. Both have essentially the same internal components and specs, and both are equipped with the latest iteration of Paul Barton’s RoomFeel tuning. That is where the similarities end however, as their external design and aesthetics are about as different as can be.

Headphone and Earphone Reviews

Legacy Audio Foundation Subwoofer Review

Jim ClementsSeptember 24, 2018

The Legacy Foundation Subwoofer has dual 12” active drivers mated to a pair of 12” super long throw passive radiators. The sub is powered by an ICEpower® Class D amp that can pump out 30 amperes of current (1,000 watts power rating). The cabinet design is like a tower which maintains a small footprint.

Subwoofers

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