The Absolute Sound Podcast

Record Doctor X Record Cleaning Machine Review | Tom Martin Reports...

Tom Martin dusts off a few old records to review the Record Doctor X Record Cleaning Machine...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

Meze Liric II Headphone Review | Two-Way Planar?

Tom Martin reviews the second edition of Meze's Liric two-way planar headphones.Susvara Review: https://youtu.be/z9IKN5tv88g?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

AnalogMagik V2 Cartridge Setup Software Review |

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/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: https://www.theabsolutesound.substack.comAdrian's Reference Equipment: Mclntosh MC 462 Quad Balance Power AmplifierMclntosh C2600 Tube Pre-AmpEminent Technology LFT 8 SpeakersGustrad R26 Dac / StreamerSW-10 Audio File Ethernet SwitchPS Audio Power Plant 15VPI Scout Turn TableAudio Technica Turn TableHana Blue Umami Blue MC CartridgePS Audio Stellar Phono Pre AmpKirmuss Audio Record ClearerMorrow Speaker CablesMorrow XLR/ RCA Cables2-REL Ti Sub WoofersWhat 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

T+A Solitaire P Headphones Review

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/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

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