A Collection of New Vinyl for the Audiophile: January 2022

Jason CrawfordJanuary 20, 2022

I caught Widespread Panic in a Columbia, South Carolina bar on November 9, 1991. It was like standing in a cramped hallway with a bunch of dancing Chewbacca’s.

Vinyl Music ReviewsVinyl Reviews

Monoprice SB-600 5.1.2 Soundbar Review

Chris EberleJanuary 19, 2022

The Monoprice SB-600 5.1.2 Soundbar is a Dolby Atmos home theater in a box for just $330. With a wireless subwoofer and surround...

Soundbars

Fluance Ai61 Powered Bookshelf Speaker Review

Taps DasJanuary 17, 2022

Well, Fluance did it with their Ai61 Powered Bookshelf Speaker, they’ve updated a great product and made it better. And have now got...

Bookshelf Speakers

Urbanista Los Angeles Headphone Review

Indiana LangJanuary 13, 2022

Urbanista recently launched some new headphone models and the Los Angeles quickly caught my eye. Before we jump into the review, let's talk about Urbanis...

Blogs & Little Things

Starke Sound A2.640 Stereo Power Amplifier Review

Glenn YoungJanuary 12, 2022

The Starke Sound A2.640 Power Amplifier arrives with weight and power rarely seen (or heard) in the world of high-end audio.

Power Amplifiers

A Video Review of the Auralic Aries G2.1 Wireless Streaming Transporter

Carlo Lo RasoJanuary 10, 2022

Today I’m bringing you my assessment of the Auralic Aries G2.1 Wireless Streaming Transporter, via the magic of video.

Media Streamer

Secrets Q&A with John Siau of Benchmark Media Systems

Sumit Chawla, Ph.D.January 6, 2022

Benchmark Media Systems is a small but accomplished audio manufacturer headquartered in Syracuse, New York.

OpEd

Beyerdynamic DT 900 PRO X Headphone Review

Mel MartinJanuary 5, 2022

Beyerdynamic headphones have been around a long time, but their products are not often at the top of an audiophile’s wish list, especially here in the U.S.

Headphone and Earphone Reviews

NAD C 399 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier Review

Chris EberleJanuary 3, 2022

The NAD C 399 Hybrid Digital DAC Amplifier takes premium technology from the Masters Series and packages it in an affordable...

Integrated Amplifiers

What We Are Watching Vol. 19: December 2021

SecretsDecember 29, 2021

After Rendell Locke is murdered under mysterious circumstances, his three children and widow move from Seattle to the Locke family...

What We Are Watching!

Denon AVR-X3700H 9.2 channel 8K AV receiver review

Kieran CoghlanDecember 27, 2021

The Denon AVR-X3700H home theater receiver is a high-value mid-range centerpiece for your home theater setup. With...

Receivers

What We’re Listening To. Vol.24 December 2021

SecretsDecember 23, 2021

At this festive time of the year, I love to listen to Christmas music. I have it streaming from Qobuz as I write this review.

What We Are Listening To!

Starke Sound IC-H2 Floor-Standing Loudspeaker Review

Craig ChaseDecember 22, 2021

Starke Sound takes on the mid-priced high-end speaker community with its $4398 per pair IC-H2 floor standing speakers.

Floor Standing Speakers

SVS PB16-Ultra Subwoofer Review

John E. Johnson, Jr.December 20, 2021

Subwoofers have always been a favorite component for me, as the sounds can be felt as well as heard. They add substantial impact...

Subwoofers

Happy Holidays and Thank You To All of Our SECRETS Supporters

John E. Johnson, Jr.December 17, 2021

Friends, As 2021 draws to a close, I want to thank our readers, sponsors, our Editorial Team, and our technical teams at Advontemedia and Systems S...

Editor's Desk