Best Nextscreen Llc Podcasts (2025)

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ARCAM SA45 Streaming Integrated Amplifier Review 13:52

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So, this review has been a long time coming, ARCAM announced their new flagship streaming integrated amplifier at High End Munich in May of 2024 and released the 5th Generation Class-G amplifier in fall of the same year. This dynamic titan is certainly indicative of a company who focuses on perfecting past products, while simultaneously incorporati…

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Pink Faun Scion Streamer Review 16:01

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From Thomas Tan: When I was asked to review the Pink Faun Scion streamer transport, I felt both excited and a little uneasy. Excited because this is a $20,000 machine. A serious piece of audio engineering. And easy because the science is purely a streamer with no DAC. And I wonder whether it could really sound different from a $200 streamer. After …

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KEF XIO Soundbar High-End (Dolby Atmos 5.1.2) Review 16:25

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Big screen TVs are notorious for having really minuscule or poor sound quality. That's because just the dimensions of them dictate the fact that you can't fit a huge speaker into a thin LCD or OLED big screen TV, so soundbars are supposed to be a convenient solution to that one piece of equipment that can bring expansive sound in that immersive, en…

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Best Speakers Under $5k Series: New Chesky Audio LC2 15:23

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Chesky Audio is a relatively new company. Today I’ll be reviewing their second speaker model, the LC2. Like the original LC1, the LC2 features a compact 3D-printed monocoque cabinet, with a 2-way design using dual side-mounted passive radiators. It is priced at $1995per pair, including shipping in the US. That specification seems pretty ho-hum, and…

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Sound Lab G5-4C Electrostatic Speaker Review 10:02

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A couple of months back, Tom Martin reviewed the Sound Lab G7-7C – the G5-4C’s big brother (although still not the largest speaker Sound Lab makes). In that video, Tom did such a fabulous job getting into the technical minutia of Sound Lab speakers that there’s likely nothing beneficial I could add to that. I would recommend going back to that vide…

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Recordings of the Month: Recommendations from The Absolute Sound Reviewers 5:47

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Welcome to this edition of Recordings of the Month. Here we recommend recordings that our audio reviewers have enjoyed. They may be new recordings or older recordings that we have recently discovered. Sometimes, they are recordings our reviewers have come to appreciate more and more as they use them in audio review work. This video is sponsored by:…

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T+A Criterion S240: Best Speakers $10k-20k Series 16:12

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T+A elektroakustic is a venerable German company with extensive engineering and manufacturing capabilities for speakers, amplifiers, D/A converters, turntables and headphones. The Criterion Series S240 which is our review subject, are part of the T+A Criterion range of speakers, each of which uses transmission line loading for the bass drivers. Let…

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Best DACs $10k-$20k Series: Grimm MU2 streamer/DAC 19:55

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Grimm is a manufacturer of audio equipment that take a somewhat different path than normal. Eelco Grimm, the CEO, is a fascinating person if you like audio tech because he comes at many problems from a systems perspective, integrating knowledge of the influence of the recording process, acoustics, ear and brain on the sound. This is in addition to …

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Innovators Series: Perlisten Audio 24:35

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At times, audiophiles tend to think of innovation in the field as something dramatic – technologically dramatic. In the case of speakers, the mind imagines new driver physics or driver configurations. I get it: plasma drivers or radiastrahlers or large electrostatic panels look dramatically different and sometimes sound quite different too. And yet…

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dCS Lina Master Clock Review 9:40

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In this review, Robert Taylor explores the dCS Lina Master Clock, the problem it's trying to solve, and its synchronization with this dCS Bartók APEX Streaming DAC. Does it clock a higher fidelity sound? Tune in to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://shunyata.com/product/everest-x/ The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.thea…

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Dynaudio Sub 6 Powered Subwoofer Review 14:36

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This spring, I reviewed the new Dynaudio contour 20 Black Edition bookshelf speakers and I found these speakers to be one of the most highly resolving stand out monitors I've heard in the sub $10,000 price range, but like most stand mounts, they were still bound by the limitations of size and of course, frequency response. But Dynaudio has come pre…

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Magico S2 Review: Best Speakers $20k-$50k v2 17:10

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One thing I love about audio reviewing is the element of surprise. Sometimes you get a product in for review and you might expect it to be good and then you start listening and you find out that it is…great! Who knew? And for me, despite best efforts, this often happens with straightforward products that don’t have an obvious “breakthrough” element…

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AVM30 AS 30.3 Integrated Amplifier Review 12:36

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There are a couple of sentences on the website of German high end audio company AVM that caught my eye. They read, we believe that any kind of music, whether it be classical, jazz or pop, has been composed to bring joy and emotion to the listener. Technical equipment such as amplifiers and loudspeakers must try to transport this joy and emotion int…

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J. Porter Studios Waterloo Micro Review 10:42

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I find it refreshing when design form and function meld into an inspired synergy. Many of you may not have heard of J. Porter Studios, and after hearing the standmount creation from Engineer/Designer, Jeremy Porter, I've got a sneaking suspicion that's about to change. Today, we’re looking at a product that genuinely surprised me. The J. Porter Stu…

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Piega Premium 701 Gen 2 Loudspeaker Review 14:59

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Everything about these feels like a luxury product. The aluminum isn't just functional - it's beautifully finished with that sandblasted surface. The magnetic grilles attach with serious force but complete invisibility. Those speaker terminals have a mechanical precision you don't find on mass-market gear. This is Swiss watchmaker-level attention t…

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HifiMan Susvara Unveiled Review 19:03

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Hifiman has unveiled their update to the originial Susvara. What's new? What's the same? How do these two models size up? Tune in to hear Grover's thoughts on the Hifiman Susvara Unveiled This video is sponsored by: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absol…

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zzzzHifiMan Susvara Unveiled Review 5:06

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Hifiman has unveiled their update to the originial Susvara. What's new? What's the same? How do these two models size up? Tune in to hear Grover's thoughts on the Hifiman Susvara Unveiled This video is sponsored by: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absol…

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Focal Bathys MG Wireless Closed Back Headphones Review 13:18

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The Bathys MG is an update to the original focal Bathys. So what is it that the Bathys MG offer above the original? Tune in to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absolute-sounds-review-methodology-first-principles/ 00:…

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Linn Klimax 360 Exact System Review 15:06

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Over 30 years ago, Linn began an aggressive march into the future, expanding their line to include networked electronics and making a heavy investment in software engineering. This came on the heels of a long line of speakers and amplification products, which complemented their famous turntables, toned arms, and cartridges that date back to the 197…

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Best Speakers Under $10k Series: PS Audio Aspen FR 5 12:38

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Robert Taylor reviews the affordable, powerful PS Audio Aspen FR 5 loudspeakers. Relatively small but effortlessly powerful across the entire frequency range, Robert tests the Aspens in two different room sizes to uncover their sonic signature. What is that signature? Tune in to find out... This video is sponsored by: https://www.theabsolutesound.s…

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Factory Tours: AVM Electronics and ViaBlue Cables (Bonus AMG visit) 10:06

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Grover Neville stops by the AVM Factory to see their manufacturing HQ first-hand, while taking the opportunity to stop by AMG as well for a second helping of German-engineering. This video is sponsored by: www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Su…

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Naim CI-Uniti 102 Power Streaming Amplifier Review 11:13

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The world of high-end audio is full of fantastic-looking gear, but not everyone wants their sound system to be the visual center of attention—or, in the case of the CI-Uniti 102 from British hi-fi company Naim Audio, may not even want it be to visible at all. So while the CI-Uniti's appearance might not attract your attention, will its sound? Let's…

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Best Speakers Under $10k Series: Sonus faber Lumina 5 Amator loudspeaker 11:08

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The Lumina Amator series speakers are beneficiaries of the trickle-down economy at play when a brand has the breadth to produce speakers ranging from $1600 a pair to upwards of 100 times that. Stick around while I share what I heard when auditioning the elegant Sonus faber Lumina 5 Amator floorstanding loudspeaker. This video is sponsored by: javah…

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Acora Acoustics MRC-2 Loudspeaker Review 16:13

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What happens when you take stone, precision ceramic drivers, and decades of acoustic engineering? Then you ask them to reproduce the subtlest emotional details in your favorite recordings? You get something that fundamentally changes how you think about what a speaker cabinet should be made of. This is the Acora Acoustics MRC-2 Loudspeaker... This …

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Borresen C3 Loudspeaker Review: Best Speakers $20k-$50k Series 16:52

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Over time, we are investigating several of the interesting speakers in the $20,000 to $50,000 per pair range. We’ve done the Magico A5 and the Perlisten S7t and the Wilson Watt/Puppy and the Sound Lab G7-7C to name a few. And there are more on the schedule, including today’s subject the Borresen C3, which is priced at $40,000 per pair. This video i…

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Technics 1300G Turntable Review 21:51

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Last year, Technics unveiled an expansion to their acclaimed Grand Class series with the SL-1300G, the first direct-drive turntable in the lineup since its debut in 2016. While the absence of iconic DJ-associated controls, like pitch adjustment and strobe, may draw attention for its sleek, revamped aesthetic, my month-long experience with the SL-13…

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True Life Audio TSI-300 Integrated Amplifier Review 13:00

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Robert Taylor reviews the pricey yet formidably impressive TSI-300 Integrated Amplifier. Engaging, relaxing, and extremely natural, this integrated amplifier has Robert reminiscing on one of his favorite childhood albums. Will you feel the same? Tune in to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/pages/introducing-perlisten…

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Meze Audio POET | Open-Back Planar Headphones Review 14:49

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Meze has been releasing a lot of new headphones in the last couple of years. And this is kind of a new generation of what I think of as their mid-range line of headphones. Do they strike balance between fidelity and affordability? Tune in to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com The Absolute Sound’s Review …

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Best DACs under $10,000 Series: Denafrips Terminator 15th Review 17:07

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Denafrips is a manufacturer of audio electronics, primarily known for its series of advanced ladder DACs. In this test I cover the Terminator 15th DAC which is positioned as Denafrips flagship, but at a price of $6099 is affordable compared to some of the other flagship DACs I’ve been covering. Let’s see how it performs. This video's sponsor: https…

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D’agostino Pendulum Integrated Amplifier Review 11:04

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D'Agostino Pendulum integrated amplifier made from Dan D'Agostino Master Audio Systems, the company belonging to the man who was founder, CEO and chief designer of KRELL until 2009. They mostly manufacture megabucks electronics like preamps, power amps and integrated amps, which sell for up to $385,000. But the Pendulum is their new most affordable…

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New Vandersteen L5 Audio Control Center Preview: 7 Major Audio Problems Series 24:30

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As you may recall, we have outlined seven major problems with audio believability. A link is in the description for details. One of these items is the problem of recording standards. Today, we look at a new electronics product from Vandersteen that is designed to address this issue. Let’s see what Richard and team have done.…

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AGD SOLO Monoblock Limited Edition amplifier review 11:31

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With a price per pair coming in at $23.5k (USD), for me they’ll remain a memory for now, but when my hi-fi budget grows, I’ll definitely be keeping my eye on these beauties. However, if you currently find yourself looking for equipment in this price range, you’re gonna wanna stick around while I share what I heard while listening to the AGD SOLO Mo…

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Pearl Acoustics Model 1 Speaker Review 11:47

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After hearing the Model 1's at this year's AXPONA, in combination with their minimalist design, Adrian Alexander decided to investigate these further. Are they possibly going to be Adrian's new reference speaker? Tune in to find out! This video is sponsored by: https://www.wattson.audio/ The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsol…

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New Audio Research S-100 amplifier and LS-3 preamp: Best Amplifiers Under $10k Series 15:16

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The venerable firm Audio Research has recently undergone a big transition in ownership, strategy and product offerings. We covered this extensively in a visit to their Minnesota headquarters in advance of the release of 6 new products this summer. Today, I’ll be reviewing two of those products, the LS-3 solid-state preamp/DAC and the S-100 solid-st…

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PMC Prophecy9 Loudspeaker Review 14:34

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What happens when you take one of the most respected professional monitor companies and ask them to build their flagship home speaker? You get something that challenges everything you think you know about how big sound should look... This video is sponsored by: https://www.javahifi.com/home 00:00 PMC Prophecy9 01:39 Overview 4:40 Sound Quality 11:1…

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Tidal Audio Arkas streamer review 12:14

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The streamer is quite possibly the most misunderstood device commonly used in the high-end audio chain. Most people harbor the thought that the differences between streamers are either non-existent or very, very small. I had that thought, reinforced by the idea that “it’s just a computer, and computers can be had for $500.” Then I started testing t…

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Golden Ear Triton 5 Loudspeakers 10:20

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In many loudspeaker reviews, you'll hear the word 'soundstage' and 'sound dispersion' a lot, and today you're going to hear a lot more about it, in this review of The Golden Ear Triton five loudspeakers. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/pages/introducing-perlisten 00:00 Golden Ear Triton 5 1:01 Overview 01:42 Specs & Design 5…

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SoulNote E-3 Phono Equalizer Amplifier Review 9:44

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The E-3 is strictly for playback of DS audio optical cartridges. Does its refined purpose lead to refined sound? Listen in to Robert's review to find out. This video is sponsored by: https://hifirose.com/ 00:00 Soul Note E-3 Phono Equalizer 00:49 Specs & Design 02:39 Sound Quality 08:45 Summary Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newslette…

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Alsyvox Michaelangelo Preview and Interview 16:49

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Ahead of his review of the https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/alsyvox-caravaggio-xx-loudspeaker/ Editor-in-Chief of The Absolute Sound hosted Alsyvox founder and owner Daniele Cohen at his listening room to gather some expository information on the Caravaggio and Alsyvox as a company. The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.thea…

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Audio Research D-80 stereo tube amplifier review 22:56

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What can 80 watts per channel of American tube muscle do for your system in 2025? And further, what can a storied heritage brand like Audio Research bring to the table in a field increasingly dominated by foreign competitors? Hello viewers, I'm Michael Johnson with the Absolute Sound and I am lucky enough to have an early look and listen to Audio R…

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Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphone (Best Headphones Series) 11:24

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For a long time, electrostatic driver technology has been at the apex of headphone performance. Audeze, famous for their planar magnetic headphones, has recently updated their electrostatic flagship to create the CRBN2. Let’s take a look. This video is sponsored by: https://www.perlistenaudio.com/products/r210s/ The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodol…

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Best Integrated Amps Series: Esoteric F-01 Class A Amplifier 15:14

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Some products that we review do special things that are almost immediately obvious in a controlled environment like we use for testing. Some products also present a challenge to our preconceived notions of what works in audio. The Esoteric F-01 integrated amp does both. Let’s take a look. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/ 6 M…

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Bricasti M21 Platinum Series DAC/Streamer 9:38

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Robert Taylor reviews the versatile yet simple Bricasti M21 Platinum Series DAC, with its sleek, timeless platinum faceplate. This video is sponsored by: https://www.perlistenaudio.com/products/r210s/ 00:00 Bricasti M21 Platinum Series DAC 00:38 Specs & Design 02:23 Reference Equipment 2:49 Sound Quality 08:48 Summary Newsletter: https://www.theabs…

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Best Speakers Under $50k Series: Sound Lab G7-7C Review 22:22

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This one is different. The Sound Lab G7-7C speaker is just under 7 feet tall, 3 feet wide and 4 inches thick. There are no conventional speaker drivers inside. From the right perspective, it contends for the best speaker in the world. And while $49,500 per pair isn’t inexpensive, in a world where the top speakers are often priced at $400,000 or $80…

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EverSolo DMP-A10 Music Streamer and DAC Review 15:02

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Today we're diving deep into what might be one of the most tech-focused streaming decks to date: the Eversolo DMP-A10. This isn't just another incremental upgrade, as we often see, this is Eversolo's flagship statement piece, turning heads with its features and hardware, priced at around $3,999. 00:00 EverSolo DMP-A10 01:00 Specs & Design 03:13 Con…

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Soulnote E-3 PHONO EQUALIZER Review 9:34

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Robert Taylor reviews the impressive, hefty Soulnote E-3 phono equalizer. 00:00 Soulnote E-3 00:39 Specs & Design 2:29 Sound Quality 08:36 Conclusion The Absolute Sound’s Review Methodology: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/the-absolute-sounds-review-methodology-first-principles/ Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Face…

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Best Headphone Amplifiers Series: Ray Samuels Audio B-21 Raider Electrostatic and Dynamic Amplifier 7:59

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Ray Samuels Audio is a long-standing builder of both portable and desktop headphone amplifiers. Ray sent us his B-21 Raider amp to try with a bevy of high-end electrostatic and dynamic headphones that arrived in the lab. As you might intuit, the B-21 can drive both types of headphones. Let’s see what we heard. 00:00 Ray Samuels Audio B-21 00:59 Ove…

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Ultra Evolution Pinnacle Loudspeaker Review 10:46

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This speaker really surprised me; I don’t know if it was all the rhetoric of being a disrupter to the industry on their website – I often approach disrupters with a hint of skepticism, but SVS means business and the Ultra Evolution Pinnacle brings it! 00:00 Ultra Evolution Pinnacle 00:47 Overview 03:13 Sound Quality 08:59 Wrap Up Newsletter: https:…

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June Recordings of the Month from The Absolute Sound Reviewers 5:48

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We wanted to share with you some of the music we are using in the review process, with a focus on musically interesting work that is also enjoyably recorded. This isn’t necessarily new work or new recordings. With streaming making a test drive of these recommendations so easy, we simply wanted to give you some ideas. The Absolute Sound’s Review Met…