Constellation Audio was founded on the premise that one cannot create something extraordinary through slavish adherence to established methods. When tradition is the best path, we embrace it. When new technology is necessary to achieve the performance we want, we invent it. When we find a radical circuit topology that delivers a substantial advance in […]
Month: April 2017
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The CTA405 is an integrated valve amplifier with five line-level inputs, including a tape monitor loop, and a built in RIAA phono circuit accommodating moving magnet and high output moving coil cartridges. A complete line stage similar to the one found in the Copland CTA305 preamplifier is installed separately together with a dedicated power supply, […]
They say: Only the Momentum preamplifier can deliver the sound quality necessary to get the maximum possible performance from the Momentum monoblock and stereo amps. Like the Momentum amplifiers, the preamplifier uses complementary balanced circuit topology for maximum bandwidth and low noise. Its audio circuitry is fully discrete, with no op amps. Zero-feedback design assures […]
Howard Popeck: First, some evolutionary history. Someone (their name escapes me) concluded that it was logical, sensible and intelligent to consider if there were life forms smaller than could be seen by the human eye. This being despite the fact that this enlightened person lacked the precision instruments necessary to get the answer. My point […]
Another well written piece by this innovative audiophile retailer. “Thanks to the Internet, the market for used audio/video equipment has burgeoned in the last few years, with dozens of Sites offering used gear for sale. As with any choice one makes, the decision whether to buy new or used gear is a complex one […]
They say: Analog vinyl records or discs are still the primary source used by many high-end audiophiles and music lovers around the World. To meet their needs, TechDAS has brought past know-how, the latest electronics and machining technology, and an understanding of materials science together to develop the best possible turntable for musicality and sound […]
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They tell us: Top end of the METRONOME TECHNOLOGIE products, the KALISTA Ultimate CD Transport with its separate ELEKTRA power supply is today the high class component which permits to obtain an unmatched level in terms of harmonic realism, dynamic and 3D sound spatialization. Main Highlights and Design Features The Philips CDM 12 Pro 2 […]
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They say: The MIMETISM MP 382 is designed with a differential input stage coupled with a cascode stage, the bipolar input stage is regulated with a current source for optimal operation of the input stages. The predriver stage use high frequency medium power transistors. The driver works in pure class A. There is only one […]
Paul Wilson writes: During a recent discussion with an audiophile friend, the subject of the future of audio dealers came up. All audiophiles know the dealer network has suffered over the last twenty years. Where they were once found in most any modestly sized city, they now seem confined to larger metropolitan areas. Quite a […]
In the latest issue ”Tone Favorites” of ToneAudio magazine, Jeff Dorgay calls PrimaLuna one of his favorite ”upstarts”! This is why: I began my hifi writing career at The Absolute Sound, and instead of the boring NAD integrated amplifier I was supposed to review for my first article, Robert Harley called one day (about two weeks after the ProLogue 1 […]
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They say: The all new Qsonix Q205 delivers an outstanding value for discerning consumers interested in a top performing digital replacement or upgrade to their traditional two channel CD transport or CD changers. The Q205, features our award winning music management user experience and drag & drop GUI, proven Wadia Digital audio technology and refreshed […]
Robert Harley writes: For this special loudspeaker-focus issue, I asked our most senior contributors to each name the twelve loudspeakers that had the greatest impact on high-end audio. These are the speakers that introduced a new technology, changed the market, influenced future designs, or revealed some previously unheard aspect of sound quality. Although each writer […]
Steve Guttenberg writes: Luxury markets are booming and the Audiophiliac wonders why the high-end audio industry isn’t getting its fair share of the glory. Please click HERE to continue