Reviews specific to amplifiers
If you had asked me a decade ago about my thoughts on Marantz receivers in the traditional stereo space, I would have laughed. Never did I think I’d be reviewing a Marantz receiver in the stereo electronics category. But here I am. And yes, I was (and still am) quite surprised. As a preface, my […]
Review | Marantz Cinema 30 Read More »
It was inevitable that another vacuum tube amplifier would make its way to my doorstep. Despite the naysayers, it is hard to deny the divine nature of tubes and the sound they produce. I know, I know. Solid state is superior and it’s possible to replicate the sound profile of vacuum tubes. I completely believe
Review | Luxman SQ-N150 Integrated Read More »
How often do you come away completely baffled by a piece of equipment that you’ve heard? Even with the number of components that I’ve had the pleasure of listening to, it happens a fair bit. That’s saying a lot, especially in this day and age where amplification technology has progressed to the point of being
Review | Audial Model A Read More »
Vacuum tubes are all the rage these days. Just like the resurgence in vinyl, new music lovers are finding themselves entranced by the sound (and glow) of tubes. I have to say I completely understand, since I too love their sound. For most new buyers though who aren’t ready to drop serious cash on today’s
Review | Muzishare X7 Integrated Read More »
I think it’s safe to conclude that Rega is one of my favorite hi-fi brands of all time. The crew there makes, in my opinion, some of the finest no-fuss components in the industry. From turn-tables to amplifiers, speakers to cd players and dacs, they have almost everything covered. I remember my first introduction to
Rega Osiris – A Dual-Mono Champ Read More »
