SORTA HIFI, Episode 12 – Vomiting with the Village People.

staffFebruary 4, 2025

In this latest episode of SortaHiFi, we feature special guest Jason Zidle, Brand Manager for DALI Loudspeaker at Lenbrook Americas. We chat about his role, DALI...

Blogs & Little Things

TEAC W-1200 Cassette Tape Deck Recorder/Player Review and Comparison with a Reel-to-Reel Tape Deck

John E. Johnson, Jr.February 3, 2025

Cassette tape decks, like vinyl, have re-emerged, and the younger crowd (Gen Z: Ages 12-27 in 2024) are having a great time with them. The new TEAC W-120...

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Audio Capacitors: Their Purpose, How They Work, How They Are Manufactured, and How They Affect the Sound

John E. Johnson, Jr.January 30, 2025

As audiophiles, we have all heard about the parts in the audio equipment we purchase such as transistors, tubes, capacitors, resistors,...

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Degritter Mark II Ultrasonic Record Cleaner Review

Carlo Lo RasoJanuary 29, 2025

If you have a serious record collection, then the Degritter Mark II Ultrasonic record cleaner could very well be your new best friend!

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Triangle Capella Self-Powered Wireless Stand-Mounted Speakers Review

John E. Johnson, Jr.January 27, 2025

Triangle's Capella Self-powered Wireless Speakers are a pleasure to listen to. They are competitively priced, smooth-sounding, very flexible, and easy to set up.

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The Design and Function of Transistors in Audio: Past, Present, and Future

Robert CordellJanuary 23, 2025

Bob Cordell, an electrical engineer, is a prolific designer of amplifiers, audio test equipment, and other audio gear. He has published...

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Meze Audio Empyrean II Planar Magnetic Headphones

Lory HawleyJanuary 22, 2025

If there was ever a marriage of fine art and headphones, look no further than Meze Audio. The first time I saw them I was mesmerized by...

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Advance Paris MyConnect 250 Audio Center Review

Craig ChaseJanuary 20, 2025

Advance Paris is a relatively new (to the USA) audio company with a wide variety of products from CD players to pre-amplifiers to power...

Amplifier ReviewsIntegrated AmplifiersReviews

A Collection of New Vinyl for the Audiophile: January 2025

Carlo Lo RasoJanuary 16, 2025

In this edition we bring you three selections of vinyl for you to enjoy in your turntable, so get the coffee ready and let's roll!

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iFi Go Bar Kensei Ultra-Portable DAC/Amp Review

Lory HawleyJanuary 15, 2025

I’m always watching for a portable dongle DAC/Amp that can liberate me from my desktop headphone amplifiers. The marketplace has no...

Headphone AmplifiersReviews

Eversolo DMP-A8 Streamer-DAC-DAP-Preamplifier Review

Yongki Go, Ph.D.January 13, 2025

The Eversolo DMP-A8 is a versatile device that combines streamer, Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC), Digital Audio Player (DAP), and...

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Moon Voice 22 Bookshelf Loudspeaker Review

Rick SchmidtJanuary 8, 2025

Simaudio has added speakers to their lineup for the first and last time. The Moon Voice 22’s are a two-way design with loads of...

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SORTA HIFI, Episode 11 – Christmas, Anime, and Carlo gets some Homework.

staffJanuary 7, 2025

Happy New Year! For our 11th episode of SortaHIFI, Taps and Carlo recap the Best of 2024. The products, the trips, and the movies. Also, we chat about our favor...

Blogs & Little Things

SVS SB17-Ultra R|Evolution Subwoofer Review

Craig ChaseJanuary 6, 2025

SVS doesn’t need an introduction to most audio and home theater enthusiasts, especially regarding the company’s subwoofer products.

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Cyrus Audio Classic PHONO Preamplifier Review

Gene HopstetterJanuary 2, 2025

Cyrus Audio’s Classic PHONO preamplifier packs a lot of versatility into a small package, you can use it with up to four cartridges, and...

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