The Absolute Sound Podcast

Diptyque DP 107 Planar Dipole Loudspeakers Review

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: McIntosh C2700 tube preamp-Power amp: McIntosh MC 462-Speakers: Magico S1 Mk 2 with ISO acoustics Gaia 2 feet.-Power conditioner: Shunyata Gemini-8 with the grounding system.-AC outlets: PS Audio.-Cables: Synergistic Research and AudioquestNewsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Magnepan’s NEW “Speaker” Range..? | Tom Martin Previews

Tom had the chance to preview and listen to a new Magnepan open architecture concept speaker.Linkwitz Review: https://youtu.be/7vF2r9PQ28o?feature=sharedBACCH4Mac Review: https://youtu.be/TxI6wf5TYTU?feature=sharedNewsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

AGD The Audion MKIII Monoblock Amplifier Review

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=wWM0HKHjP9MdBPhBNewsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWho is Richard Drutman? Richard is a NYC based film writer/director/editor at TriodePictures.com, creating films/spots for high profile clients including The World Trade Center, Oscar winning actors, renown artists and his own international festival shorts, recently screening at Cannes Short Film Corner. His passion for high quality audio has been a lifelong endeavor whether listening, mixing/recording in the studio or on location with his collection of mics from Neumann, Schoeps and AKG. He is currently in pre-production with the true crime thriller feature film, Heritance.Richard's System: -TAD CR-1 + Enigmacoustics supertweeters -Velodyne DD10plus subs on Sistrum stands, -Atma-Sphere MA1MKIII -PS Audio BHK300 monoblocksNOS Siemans CCA -Atma-sphere MP1 remote pre, TTW Momentus Supreme table on Herzan active vibration -Graham Phantom II, Soundsmith Strain Gauge SG400, -PS Audio Directream MKII/APS Transformers-AQ Niagara 7000-Iconoclast Gen 2 speaker/XLR cables, -Audioquest Hurricane & USB Diamond.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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Focal Utopia (updated) Headphone Review

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/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Listen to ”Babylon Sisters” UHQR on $370K Wilson-Benesch GMT One Turntable

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://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Audiovector QR 5 SE Loudspeaker Review | Tom Martin reports...

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=sharedHegel 190v Review: https://youtu.be/AKC9hNqsRTY?feature=sharedReference 6 Preamp Review: https://youtu.be/kQn0CUBiWqA?feature=sharedSome Notes from Tom's listening:-Sleater-Kinney – The Woods: Punchy, Searing, Sounds Live -Black Keys – Delta Kream: Dynamic, Live-Sounding Guitars -Lorde – Melodrama: Realistic Drum Rise and Fall -Lana Del Rey – Ultraviolence: Clear Lines, Excellent Depth and Detail -Death Cab For Cutie – Transatlanticism: Excellent Width, Depth, Instrumental Focus -Shostakovich Symphony #1, BSO: Clear, Deep, Nice Violin and Drum Tone -Efterklang – Altid Sammen: Ample Punchy Mid-bass, Clear Vocals -Rush – Signals: Unpacked, Some Treble Fry Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Michell Gyro SE Turntable Review

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 Michael Johnson?Michael Johnson, DMA, is an oboist and educator currently based in Colorado Springs. Since 2023 he has performed as an enlisted member of the U.S. Air Force Academy Band. Prior to this he held the position of English Horn with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra. He is a contributing writer for TrackingAngle.com, and was formerly a contributing writer for AnalogPlanet.com.Michael’s reference system:Pure Fidelity Horizon turntableAcoustic Signature TA-1000 TonearmHana Umami Red MC cartridgeAudio Technica AT33Mono MC cartridgeAllnic H1202 Phono PreamplifierOppo 105D transportDenafrips Pontus II DACHegel H390 Integrated AmplifierHarbeth 30.2 XD monitorsRel T7/x subwooderCabling by Kimber Kable, Audioquest, and Cardas.Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Dan Clark Audio E3 Planar Headphones Review

This week, Tom Martin reviews the impressive, planar magnetic Dan Clark E3 headphones.Newsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Rethm Trishna Loudspeakers Review | Thomas & Stereo Reports...

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=sharedNewsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/news...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutes...Substack: theabsolutesound.substack.comSubscribe to Thomas' channel here: @thomasandstereo Who is Thomas&Stereo?I started this channel with the dream of making millions and a few online friends. Although I have yet to make my first million, I am proud to have created an active online audiophile community. Unlike other traditional review channels, I designed this channel to give you the feeling of having a chat with an old friend. I am fortunate to have made many audiophile friends on my audio journey and with combined decades of experience, I am able to give you a unique perspective on the gear I reviewed.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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Modhouse Tungsten Push-Pull Planar Headphone Review

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=sharedUtopia Review: https://youtu.be/RZL5lUqWHbk?feature=sharedSusvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?feature=sharedE3 Review: https://youtu.be/b6IBZBlfnos?feature=sharedNewsletter: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comWhat 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 Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound