The Absolute Sound Podcast

Wilson Audio’s Chronosonic XVX vs. Alexia V | Robert Harley Previews

Peter McGrath joins Robert Harley as they compare and contrast the Chonosonic XVX and the Alexia V ahead of Robert's upcoming review in The Absolute Sound Magazine.This video is brought to you in part thanks to AudioQuest. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/40dwZn1Learn more about Wilson loudspeakers: https://www.wilsonaudio.com/Watch our Wilson Audio Tour here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFfvCO1RCqc&t=491s&ab_channel=THEABSOLUTESOUNDWhat 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.For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Ansuz PowerSwitch D2 Review & Interview | In Conversation w/ Michael Børresen

Lee Scoggins gives his thoughts and impressions on the Ansuz Power Switch D2 followed by an interview with Audio Group Denmark (Ansuz, Aavik and Boerresen) co-founder Michael Børresen.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.For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comSubscribe to our Substack: https://theabsolutesound.substack.com/Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

dCS’s Lina Ring DAC and Master Clock Review

Tom Martin reviews the dCS Lina Ring DAC and Master Clock, going in-depth to to dCS's approach to resistor alignment, the importance of timing, and of course the power dCS brings to system enhancement.About Tom Martin:Tom is a long-time audiophile. He began his reviewing career after acquiring the The Absolute Sound magazine in 1997 and then hi-fi+ magazine in 2002. He has worked closely with Harry Pearson and Robert Harley at TAS and with Roy Gregory and Alan Sircom at hi-fi+. Since Tom and his teams expanded the TAS and Plus platforms in the digital domain, he has served as Chief Content Officer.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.For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Foundation SX Ethernet Cable Review | Synergistic Research

In this review Lee Scoggins explores the possibilities high-end cabling can achieve, and specifically the impact of Synergistic Research's SX Foundation Ethernet cable had on his system.Lean more about the SX Foundation Ethernet Cable here: https://www.synergisticresearch.com/cables/foundation-sx/foundation-sx-ethernet/The Absolute Sound Linkshttps://www.theabsolutesound.com/newsletterSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesound#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

I Found My Final Speakers… | Wilson Audio’s Alexia V Review

Lee Scoggins reviews Wilson Audio's Alexia V, contrasts it with the Alexia II, speaks to a few of its 31 improvements, and more...00:00-02:00 The Set-Up02:00-6:08 Lee's Background06:08-14:53General Overview14:53-24:26 Cabinet & Construction24:26-31:04 Alexia II & Associated Equipment31:04 What's there to Hear?Dialing in my Alexia V's... : https://youtu.be/T7w-9cpfizMAlexia V vs. XVX: https://youtu.be/lgCdFhvkwLwLike Father Like Son | Fremer Tours Wilson Audio: https://youtu.be/gFfvCO1RCqcFor more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.com#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

A serious ”grip” on music... | Burmester 032 Integrated Amplifier Review

Tom Martin reviews the Burmester 032 Integrated Amplifier, detailing its envy-worthy craftsmanship, its relentless power, and its undeniable "grip" on music...For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.com#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Powerful, Poised, Pretty | Burmester’s BC150 Loudspeaker Review

Tom Martin had the opportunity to have an extended listening session of the Burmester BC150. He compares it with other loudspeakers at its $150,000 price point, and contrasts it by noting its powerful bass, its clear dynamism, and more...00:00-06:32 Construction, Design, Details06:32-16:49 Sound Review16:49- Manufacturer CommentsFor more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.com#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

Titanium Hestia II Loudspeaker & The Method 3 Monoblock Amplifier Review

Lee Scoggins reviews Alta Audio's Titanium Hestia II & Infigo Audio's Method 3 Class A Monoblock Amplifier, their unique relationship to one another, his history with the Hestia II's, and more...Get Better Sound w/ Jim Smith: https://youtu.be/CX9y40bPkGI00:00-09:28 Background & Associated Equipment 09:28 The ReviewFor more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.com#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

The Linkwitz LX521.4 Dipole Loudspeaker Review

From the mind of the late Siegfried Linkwitz, Tom Martin reviews the Linkwitz LX521. Thoroughly impressed, Tom believes it may be a true breakthrough; listen in as he details its dipole construction, its precise yet vast soundstage, and more...Tom apologizes for the lighting errors; he filmed this right before surgery and couldn’t re-shoot. 00:00-05:05 What is a "Breakthrough"?05:05-09:18 What is the Linkwitz LX521?09:18-20:47 Why is the Linkwitz a Breakthrough?20:47-24:26 Notes on Proper Set-Up24:26- How Did it Sound?About Tom Martin:Tom is a long-time audiophile. He began his reviewing career after acquiring the The Absolute Sound magazine in 1997 and then hi-fi+ magazine in 2002. He has worked closely with Harry Pearson and Robert Harley at TAS and with Roy Gregory and Alan Sircom at hi-fi+. Since Tom and his teams expanded the TAS and Plus platforms in the digital domain, he has served as Chief Content Officer.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.For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.com#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound

The Hana Umami Blue Moving Coil Cartridge Review

Tom Martin reviews the Hana Umami Blue Moving Coil Cartridge, including set-up, pricing, and compares it to the Hana ML and DS003 cartridges...Prices of cartridges referenced in this review:Hana EL: $475Hana SL: $750Hana ML: $1200Hana Umami Blue: $2500DS 003 optical cartridge: $2500DS-specific 003 phono pre-preamp:$3500Hana Umami Red: $3950What 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.For more show reports, expert reviews, features, and commentary subscribe to our newsletter at: https://www.theabsolutesound.comFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theabsolutesoundSubstack: theabsolutesound.substack.com#hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound