It was some time ago, just before the pandemic, that Christopher Hildebrand of Fern and Roby first told me of his plans for an even larger speaker in his Raven line, possibly even a three-way. […]
I learned a long time ago (around 1992 or so, as I recall) that low-powered single-ended triode vacuum tubes, when properly utilized in an audio amplifier, can do some crazy magical things. That mind-bending experience […]
It’s been a while since I’ve brought up the subject of bassists-as-leaders in the world of contemporary jazz, but I’m seriously pondering it again, the idea that a bass player focuses on foundation and structure […]
This week’s episode of The Occasional Podcast is and educational journey through the innards of amplifier design. Guest Jason Stoddard of Schiit Audio walks us through the signal path from input to speaker, giving his […]
I hate being one of those high-end reviewers who hold onto gear forever, stretching the process out over months and months, waiting for other products to show up, working out whatever issues come up, and […]
Has the new Wilson Audio Alexx V (website) loudspeaker caught your interest? Are you interested in the most in-depth review available? Experience our journey with the Alexx V… The Wilson WAMM Master Chronosonic or Chronosonic […]
After reviewing the TIDAL Audio Prisma preamplifier in 2020 (linked here) and hearing Doug White (of The Voice That Is) do his jaw-dropping TIDAL Audio system demos at two Capital Audiofests, I jumped at the […]
Do you have a long-term plan for listening to compact discs? Are you considering burning your discs to a music server and selling off your enormous collection? (That’s me.) Are you considering keeping your collection […]
Just last week I was exclaiming to the PTA team that most DACs should include Bluetooth, at least as an added convenience. For when the teenageers want to take over the hi-fi system and give […]
Following the launch of the A14MKII, RA-1572MKII, RA-1592MKII, RC-1572MKII and RC-1590MKII last year, during Rotel’s 60th Anniversary, more upgraded models appear today to deliver on the same sonic promises made a year ago. Another victory […]
Our hifi-centric show, The Occasional Podcast takes aim at British hi-fi once again this week with an interview with Naim Audio. Adding to the exploration of this sub-genre of audiophile products, this interview is actually […]
This is the last call for our readers to register to win a Sumiko Amethyst Phono Cartridge valued at $600. All you need to get entered is your email address. We will draw one winner […]
At PTA we live for new amplifiers, so when the news was announced that Zesto Audio was introducing their new Bia 200 Select Stereo Power Amplifier the writing (and editing) team was overjoyed, and ready to […]
This new recording of Symphony No. 9 in D Minor from Anton Bruckner is interesting to me on several levels. First of all, it comes from the Zoho Music label, which I associate with jazz–South […]
Exciting news from Qobuz arrives today, which in our minds is just in time for Valentines Day. Nothing says “I love you” like enjoying your music together, or apart from each other in separate rooms. […]
Tom Sachs’ SPACE PROGRAM : RARE EARTHS The Deichtorhallen Hamburg is pleased to host Tom Sachs (website) and his team of sculptor-astronauts as they prepare to advance space exploration on their next interstellar mission, SPACE […]
I started this review of the Atoll Gamme PR400 Signature preamplifier and I suddenly felt all stodgy, struggling to explain the qualities and attributes of this piece of gear. But then I realized, oh my […]
Just in time for the new year, YG Acoustics launches a new, more affordable speaker line called the Peaks Series. Models start at just $8,500 pr USD. More information can be found below. Enjoy! The […]
I can confidently state that I have more experience with Italian-made high-end audio loudspeakers than any other audio writer. That’s why I decided to review the Rosso Fiorentino Pienza Series 2 two-way monitors. Yes, that’s […]
NEW YORK (PTA) — News from Andrew Singer of Sound by Singer arrives to welcome in the new year, and bring wishes of comfort to those working from home again in 2022. Sound by Singer […]
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