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The Absolute Sound Podcast

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Magico S5 2024
B.dac 1 EX
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Auris Bayadere 1
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Sonus Faber Sonetto V G2
Morel Avyra 633
Edifier Stax Spirit S3
T+A Solitaire T
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Dan Clark Audio Carina Headphones
Focal Diva Utopia
Raidho X2t
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High-End Audio Components
Humminguru NOVA Ultrasonic Cleaning Machine

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 Abso... more

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If there's one job for soundbars, it's to deliver deep bass. That's the Achille's Heel of every single big screen TV. In that sense the Devialet Dione does its job admirably, but it does much more than that, delivering a musicality that most other ma... more

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The Boulder 1162 is an amplifier at a price point where you would expect excellence, and indeed you get it. Also, at this price point details matter because there are other excellent amps both below and above this segment of the market. Let’s take a ... more

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Being one of the long established companies in specialist high-end, Audio Research has enjoyed quite a reputation for tube equipment since its founding in 1970. Only a fraction of the models they have produced over the years have been solid-state, th... more

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Anyone that’s been to an audio show in the last five years has likely run across a system from Audio Group Denmark, the Scandinavian company founded by former Raidho designers Lars Kristensen and Michael Børresen that is a union of four hifi brands: ... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Romer
A key member of the Perlisten Audio design team
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Eric Wiederholz
An engineer on the Perlisten Audio design team
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Stephen Messenek
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Martin Bell
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Episode: Acora Acoustics MRC-2 Loudspeaker Review
Richard Vandersteen
Founder of Vandersteen Audio, known for innovative high-end audio products
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Episode: New Vandersteen L5 Audio Control Center Preview: 7 Major Audio Problems Series
Daniele Cohen
Founder and chief designer of Alsyvox
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Richard Césarri
Audio expert who shares insights about hi-fi equipment
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Episode: McIntosh C2800 Vacuum Tube Preamplifier Review
Dimitri Peussel
CEO of Advanced Paris
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Episode: Best Speakers Under 2k Series: DALI Oberon 3 Review
Alan Taffel
Task reviewer and audio expert
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John Quain
Host and reviewer, providing insights on audio equipment with a focus on high-performance audio.

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#59
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Apple Podcasts
#140
New Zealand/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#217
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Best Speakers Series: Wilson Sasha V Revisited
Q: What thoughts do you have about the Sasha V since your review?
Alan expressed that time alignment is a significant factor in the speaker's performance and encourages experiencing it in a demo setting to appreciate its effects.
Alsyvox Michaelangelo Preview and Interview
Q: Could you tell us a little bit about how ribbon loudspeakers work?
Ribbon speakers are perfect line sources that provide a more homogeneous sound due to the continuous ribbon design, which enhances the listening experience.
New Vandersteen L5 Audio Control Center Preview: 7 Major Audio Problems Series
Q: What made you think that EQ could be beneficial?
Early recordings often had less bass on LPs, leading to a mix that sometimes sounded muddy. The new EQ aims to provide enhanced audio clarity and enjoyment for older recordings.
New Vandersteen L5 Audio Control Center Preview: 7 Major Audio Problems Series
Q: Can you tell us about the new preamp and its EQ features?
The L5 Audio Control Center is a 12 dB fully balanced preamp that includes EQ adjustments, presets for different types of music, and ensures high sound quality without introducing additional noise.

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Content primarily focuses on in-depth reviews of high-end audio equipment and accessories, exploring the nuances of sound reproduction and the experiences they facilitate for listeners. Topics often include recommendations for speakers, amplifiers, and digital audio components, illustrated through comparison discussions, use-case scenarios, and recommendations across various price ranges. Unique to this collection is an evident dedication to promoting high-fidelity audio experiences and an extensive analysis of music recordings, where experts share insights into the emotional and technical aspects of sound quality. This blend of product review with rich commentary on musicality adds a distinctive layer that likely appeals to both audiophile... more

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2. Eric Wiederholz
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