A few observations by members: STEVE … I accept that we will hear a difference but are you saying that the 24/192 rate will sound BETTER than the 16/44.1 rate, or just simply different? R … I’m fortunate to be able to turn Upsampling on and off via a remote control using a Chord MSCALER […]
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The double blind test where neither the subject nor the interviewer knows what’s being tested is assumed to be the gold standard in unbiased testing. Yet, there are problems with this method when evaluating sound quality. Watch Now
Although originally published in 2012 we feel this to be a worthwhile and relevant article. You love music, but even if you consider yourself a true audiophile, the cost of high-end sound can be, frankly, a little absurd. We talked with a handful of audio experts to find out how to get audiophile-calibre sound without […]
We love our older gear, the ones with the big VU meters, the cool knobs and audio connectors we’ve held onto for so long. When’s the best time to consider moving it on, repairing it, restoring it, or just going with new kit? Watch Now Paul McGowan
They tell us: Leicester-based valve specialists Icon Audio have launched their second CD player, the CDX2. Replacing Icon’s earlier, more expensive CDX1, the CDX2 has been specifically designed to deliver comparable sonics but at a lower, mid-range price. The aim, says Icon’s founder and chief designer David Shaw, was “to craft a CD player with […]
I received this yesterday from Mr. SM. I have reproduced it in full here. I am most grateful to him for taking the time to put finger to keyboard. The bold type has been inserted by me to enhance clarity while scanning the online page. Howard. My Journey into Head-Fi This is the story of […]
I remember that some members had their largish speakers shipped from the States, but I can’t find the related threads.. Anyway, I’m thinking of importing some big and heavy monsters from the US to Germany, but I’m struggling to find a reliable quote for full service. Ideally, I’ d like to get a company pick […]
Amps, preamps, speakers? What component has the greatest influence on sound quality in a two-channel system and why? Watch Now
Hi, I just came across your web site. Great resource. I have been a fan of Stax for many year. Got my first Lambda and SRD-7SB back in mid to late 80’s. I still have my original Lambda’s, a pair of Gamma’s a pair of SR-40’s a pair of SR-30 with 2x SRD-4’s and 2xSRD-7SB’s. […]