Carlo Lo Raso, Author at HomeTheaterHifi.com

Audio-Technica VM540ML, VM750SH and VM760SLC Phono Cartridges Preview

Carlo Lo RasoJune 5, 2017

This story begins at CES 2017 where Audio-Technica introduced a bevy of new moving magnet phono cartridges along with their statement ART-1000 moving coil cartridge to the public. This not so unusual event happened to coincide with my being surprise gifted a pristine record collection, courtesy of my in-laws. Now, strangely enough...

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Bryston BDA-3 DAC Preview

Carlo Lo RasoJune 2, 2017

Bryston brings to us a recent update to their line of digital components, the BDA-3 external DAC. “What, another DAC” you say. True, we appear to have been tripping over them lately with all the scads of DACs that seem to have been released by every brand under the sun. So, what distinguishes the BDA-3...

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JBL 4367 Studio Monitor Loudspeaker Review

Carlo Lo RasoApril 25, 2017

The JBL 4367 is a more consumer-friendly distillation of the highly acclaimed JBL Professional M2 Master Reference Monitor. Using essentially...

Floor Standing Speakers

Martin Logan Crescendo X Wireless Speaker System Preview

Carlo Lo RasoApril 11, 2017

While more and more of us are amassing digital libraries of music, whether they be on our computers or separate hard drives, many manufacturers are coming to ma...

Product Previews

B&W 803 D3 Floor Standing Loudspeakers Preview

Carlo Lo RasoApril 10, 2017

Bowers and Wilkins is a name that anyone who cares about audio, even on the most basic level, should instantly recognize.

Product Previews

HiFiMAN HE1000 V2 Planar Headphones Preview

Carlo Lo RasoApril 3, 2017

When I reviewed the original HiFiMAN HE1000 planar magnetic headphones about two years ago, I was pretty much bowled over by their performance, looks and sound quality. They were, at the time, the best pair of headphones that I had ever heard and still remain amongst...

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ELAC Uni-Fi Slim 5.1 Speaker System Preview

Carlo Lo RasoMarch 27, 2017

I’ve had a chance to hear Andrew Jones demonstrate ELAC’s Uni-Fi line of speakers at both CES and RMAF and have come away from each demo feeling impressed with what I’d heard. Needless to say, I was excited when some shipment boxes from ELAC showed...

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Legacy Audio Wavelet Preamp/Processor Review

Carlo Lo RasoMarch 6, 2017

A stereo preamplifier, a DAC, a digital crossover with room/speaker correction ability - all in a tidy, handsome package. And it's not strictly just for Legacy speakers either!

Processors

Optoma NuForce BE Sport3 Bluetooth Earphones Review

Carlo Lo RasoFebruary 9, 2017

A simple, no-nonsense pair of wireless earbuds for a great price.

Headphone and Earphone Reviews

Bryston BHA-1 Balanced Headphone Amplifier Review

Carlo Lo RasoJanuary 19, 2017

The Bryston BHA-1 is a peerless, single purpose device that excels at only one thing, making your headphones sing.

Headphone Amplifier Reviews

OPPO HA-2SE Portable DAC/Headphone Amp Review

Carlo Lo RasoNovember 28, 2016

OPPO Digital has updated its well-regarded HA-2 portable DAC/headphone amp with the new HA-2SE.

Headphone Amplifier Reviews

Bryston BP-25 Stereo Preamplifier

Carlo Lo RasoNovember 22, 2016

What is the oldest piece of audio equipment that still sees active, even daily, use in your home?

Blogs & Little Things

GoldenEar Technology SuperSub X Subwoofer Review

Carlo Lo RasoNovember 21, 2016

The GoldenEar SuperSub X reminds me of a line quoted from the Genie character in Disney’s animated movie Aladdin: “Phenomenal cosmic powers, itty-bitty living space!”

Subwoofers

Anthem MRX 1120 A/V Receiver Review

Carlo Lo RasoOctober 19, 2016

The flagship of Anthem’s receiver line, the MRX 1120, combines robust power, pristine sound quality and the latest HT codecs in a handsome, understated package.

Receivers

Legacy Audio Wavelet Processor Preview

Carlo Lo RasoOctober 17, 2016

Legacy Audio is primarily known for their well-regarded speaker designs. A few, in fact, have received a good deal of praise from various writers here at Secrets over the past few years. It may be slightly less known that Legacy has also marketed audio components over the years...

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