The Absolute Sound Podcast

Adrian returns with his review of the Simaudio Moon 791. 00:00-01:35 Preamplifier 01:35-03:27 Input/Outputs 03:27-5:29 Streamer 05:29-6:45 DAC 06:45-08:13 Remote 08:13-10:12 A Note On Customer Service 10:12- Conclusion Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Adrian's Reference Eq...

Robert Taylor returns with his review of the Acoustic Signature Double Neo X Turntable, detailing its lively sound, excellent bass, and surprising dynamics... Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently out to get the Apex upgrade). -Pre-amp: McIntosh...

Alan Sircom is editor-in-chief of hi-fi+, sister magazine of The Absolute Sound. Alan had access to one of the first two production units of the Burmester 111, so we asked him to do a video of his initial thoughts shortly after putting the review sample in his reference system. The Burmester 111 mk II is priced at $55,000 in the U.S. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook...

Aaonr Jenkins returns with his review of the Rogue Audio Cronus "Dark" Integrated Amplifier. Aaron talks embracing the emotional, liquid-smooth sound of the Cronus Dark, while highighting its innate visceral nature. Sponsored by: https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-us/category/loudspeakers/700-series-signature/ NAD C389 Review: https://youtu.be/Hkros09JzZc?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theab...

Tom reviews the artistic and scientific planar Modhouse Tungsten Push-Pull Planar headphones. He compares and contrasts the Tungstens to the Dan Clark E3's, details their impressive frequency balance, and more. Lumin T3 Network Player Review: https://youtu.be/q7IYY3BEuVM?feature=shared Utopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=shared Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=s...

Thomas Tan returns with his review of the Rethm Trishna loudspeakers. Despite his aversion to single driver speakers, the Trishnas have left Thomas thoroughly impresssed. Listen in to learn more! Learn more about Rethm and their line of loudspeakers from owner and designer Jacob George (from 2023's AXPONA): https://youtu.be/7_hDr61guV0?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/ne...

This week, Tom Martin reviews the impressive, planar magnetic Dan Clark E3 headphones. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since 1972. Since the early 2000s, The Absolute...

Michael Johnson returns with another turntable review. This time, he’s unpacking the Michell Gyro SE, a turntable with a design as unique as its aesthetic. He will put this suspended design, in production in one form or another for 40 years, through its paces in a hotly contested price bracket. Hana Umami Red Review: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/hana-umami-red-phono-cartridge/ Who is...

Tom talks the Audiovector QR 5 SE. Impressed by its modest price tag, refined imaging, and balanced response, Tom shares his high praises. BHK Review: https://youtu.be/-tX3gprOt14?feature=shared Hegel 190v Review: https://youtu.be/AKC9hNqsRTY?feature=shared Reference 6 Preamp Review: https://youtu.be/kQn0CUBiWqA?feature=shared Some Notes from Tom's listening: -Sleater-Kinney – The Woods: Punchy, S...

From Fremer: Analogue Productions' "Gaucho" UHQR is out and even with all of YouTube's digital compression you can hear the goodness on this transcription of "Babylon Sisters" accomplished using the Wilson-Benesch GMT One turntable, W-B cartridge and CH Precision P10 phono preamplifier. The full review has been published on the Tracking Angle website. https://trackingangle.com/ Newsletter: https:/...

Tom Martin reviews the Focal Utopia headphones, their warm upper bass, sweet treble and compares/contrasts them to the Susvaras, Liric. Tune in to learn more! Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading public...

Richard Drutman returns with his review of the AGD THE AUDION MkIII Monoblock, which he compares and contrasts with the BHK monoblock amplifiers. Watch our separate review of the BHK's here: https://youtu.be/-tX3gprOt14?si=wWM0HKHjP9MdBPhB Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com...

Tom had the chance to preview and listen to a new Magnepan open architecture concept speaker. Linkwitz Review: https://youtu.be/7vF2r9PQ28o?feature=shared BACCH4Mac Review: https://youtu.be/TxI6wf5TYTU?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute So...

Robert Taylor returns with a review of the compelling Diptyque 107 Loudspeakers. He breaks dow the DP 107 into its highs, midrange, and bass. Tune in to learn more! Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently out to get the Apex upgrade). -Pre-amp: McI...

Chris Martens returns from his review of the T+A 200 HA headphone amplifier with the T+A Solitaire P. He talks their dynamism, transparent and neutral sound, and who exactly these headphones are made for. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Abs...

Adrian is joined by pro audio engineer and Randy's Records employee Sam Franey to discuss and review their experience with the AnalogMagik V2 Cartridge Setup Software. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Adrian's Reference Equipment: Mclntosh MC 462 Quad Balance Power Amplifi...

Tom Martin reviews the second edition of Meze's Liric two-way planar headphones. Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end...

Tom Martin dusts off a few old records to review the Record Doctor X Record Cleaning Machine... Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since 1972. Since the early 2000s, The...

Chris Martens returns with his review of the T+A HA 200 Headphone Amplifier, its special dynamism, variable filters, and aggressive move toward the state-of-the-art. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading...

Robert Taylor returns with his review of the dCS Bartok Apex streaming DAC. Robert Harley on dCS Ring: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/robert-harley-explains-the-dcs-ring-dac/ Tom Martin on dCS Ring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iqn1oCLG_G0 Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound...

Tom Martin reviews the closed-back wired FOCAL Celestee headphones. Bathys Headphones Review: https://youtu.be/uRstvDoorqk?feature=shared Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end aud...

Adrian reviews the PS Audio StellarGold DAC. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com Adrian's Reference Equipment: Mclntosh MC 462 Quad Balance Power Amplifier Mclntosh C2600 Tube Pre-Amp Eminent Technology LFT 8 Speakers Gustrad R26 Dac / Streamer SW-10 Audio File Ethernet Switc...

Aaron Jenkins reviews the "natural", balanced, and budget friendly Paradigm Premier 700F. NAD C389 Review: https://youtu.be/Hkros09JzZc Tom's GoldenEar BRX Review: https://youtu.be/zbMFvtSMBZc?si=0j3dBdRw_bBZZr50 Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com About Aaron Jenkins: After...

Tom reviews the modestly priced ($4200) but fiercely competitive Hegel 190v Integrated Streaming Amplifier. Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound Substack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.com What Is The Absolute Sound? The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since 1972. Since the early...

Newcomer Robert Taylor reviews the excellent in pitch and rich in harmonics JCM250 power amplifier. Robert's Reference System: -Turntable: VPI Classic Signature with the 10 inch gimbal tone arm and Nordost wiring. -Cartridge: DS Audio 003 with matching energizer. -DAC: DCS Bartok( currently out to get the Apex upgrade). -Pre-amp: McIntosh C2700 tube preamp -Power amp: McIntosh MC 462 -Speakers: Ma...