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What Makes a “King of TV?” Inside the 2024 TV Shootout
20 september 2024 · 46 min
Every year since 2004, the top TVs compete for the title of “King of TV” in the Value Electronics TV Shootout. This year, Sony won both the OLED and MiniLED competitions. Our Editor-at-Large Chris Boylan has covered the event in person since 2011. Here's how this year’s Shootout went down. Lees meer
Find out who won, what it revealed, and ultimately what matters to you if you’re hoping to buy the best TV in 2024.
View the results and scorecards here:
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/2024-tv-shootout/
Panel:
Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO (Host)
Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-LargeCredits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com
#miniled #oled #qled #tv #4ktv #ecoustics #sony #samsung #lg #tcl #hisense #hometheater #hdr #uhd #4k #8k #tvtech #2024bestof #2024tv
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Best in Show Awards from CEDIA Expo 2024
13 september 2024 · 1 uur 11 min
Every year, CEDIA Expo showcases the very best architectural and outdoor audio and video solutions for homes, yachts, and more. Our Editor-at-Large, Chris Boylan and Sr. News Correspondent, Robert Silva fervently experienced all the show had to offer over three days (Sept 4-7), which varied from relatively affordable to million dollar home theater systems. Lees meer
In this episode, the eCoustics team reveals its Best in Show winners across 17 different categories at CEDIA Expo 2024.
For a list of all the winners and their products mentioned, please visit:
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/best-cedia-expo-2024/Thank you to our sponsors Chord, SVS & Q Acoustics! For more information on these stellar brands, please click the links below:
https://soundorg.com/ultima-integrated-amplifier/
https://www.svsound.com
https://www.qacoustics.com
Related links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/cedia-expo-2024-highlights-1/
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/jbl-modern-audio-2024/
https://www.youtube.com/ecoustics
Panel:
Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO (Host)
Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-Large
Robert Silva, eCoustics Sr. News CorrespondentCredits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#cedia2024 #cediaexpo #audiophile #hifi #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #projectors #4ktv #luxuryaudio #luxuryav #inwallspeakers #outdoorspeakers
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all…
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All I Want to Do is Listen! Why is Streaming Audio So Complicated?
9 augustus 2024 · 53 min
Streaming has become the dominant format for both music listening and video viewing. Music streaming services account for 84% of all music listening and 89% of music industry revenue. Video streaming services account for approximately 95% of the home video market. Fully 99% of US households subscribe to one or more video streaming services as of 2023. Many video streaming services can deliver video in high quality 4K resolution with HDR (High Dynamic Range) for a gorgeous image. But those who seek out and appreciate the finest possible sound quality may find actually getting that high quality sound through a streaming service is more complicated than it should be. Lees meer
In this episode, eCoustics founder and CEO Brian Mitchell and Editor-at-Large Chris Boylan discuss the options out there for high quality audio including immersive sound, aka “spatial audio,” lossless music and even high resolution audio. Which services do it right? Which do it wrong? Listen in to find out.
Thank you to our sponsors SVS & QAcoustics! For more information on these stellar brands, please click the links below:
https://www.svsound.com
https://www.qacoustics.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#svsultraevolution #svsspeakers #svssubs #audiophile #hifihappyhour #hifi #2024speakers #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #speakerdesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #musictech #immersiveaudio #dolbyatmos #sony360 #spatialaudio #dtsx #mqa #hiresaudio #digitalaudioproblems
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
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SVS Ultra Evolution Speakers - The Audiophile Bargain of 2024?
30 juli 2024 · 1 uur 1 min
While speaker company SVS is known for their bargain-priced high quality Prime Series loudspeakers, the company just launched a new flagship line called the Ultra Evolution. It's actually more of a revolution than an evolution with all new drivers, new crossovers and a completely new industrial design. With diamond-coated tweeters and an angled cabinet design to assure time alignment and phase coherence, the SVS Ultra Evolution offers both the sound quality and the look of much more expensive audiophile loudspeakers. Lees meer
In this podcast, we chat with Gary Yacoubian, CEO and President and Nick Brown, VP of Marketing for SVS who discuss the details of the SVS Ultra Evolution loudspeaker line: what makes them special and why they took more than two years to design and manufacture.
More details: https://www.ecoustics.com/products/svs-ultra-evolution-loudspeakers/
Hosted by:
Mitch Anderson, Producer
Chris Boylan, Editor-at-LargeThank you to our sponsor CHORD! For more information on their breathtaking Ultima Integrated, please visit:
https://soundorg.com/ultima-integrated-amplifier/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#svsultraevolution #svsspeakers #svssubs #audiophile #hifihappyhour #hifi #2024speakers #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #speakerdesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #musictech
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphon…
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From DSD to Analog Tape, Well Made Music Talks Formats from a Mastering Perspective
14 juni 2024 · 57 min
In this episode of the eCoustics podcast, Mitch Anderson sits down with Chief Engineer Clint Holley and Senior Mastering Engineer Dave Polster from Well Made Music to discuss the DSD audio format. Well Made Music located in Bristol, Virginia has over 1700 mastering credits to its name on Discogs, and not one, not two, not three, but four Neumann record cutting lathes inside their mastering facility. Lees meer
This episode takes a look at how audio innovation from the 1950s played a huge role in Sony creating DSD in the 1970s and how DSD continues to demand hardware and software innovation from the audio industry in 2024.
For more information on Well Made Music please visit: https://www.wellmademusic.net
Thank you to our sponsor CHORD! For more information on their breathtaking Ultima Integrated, please visit:
https://soundorg.com/ultima-integrated-amplifier/Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#vintageaudio #vintagehifi #vinylcommunity #vinylmastering #musiconvinyl #wellmademusic #audiophile #hifi #ecoustics #dsd #dsdaudio #lathecutting #audioformats #musiconvinyl #discogs #digitalmastering
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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No TV is Perfect, Which One is Perfect for You? With Caleb Denison of Digital Trends
1 juni 2024 · 55 min
Now that all five major TV makers have shown off their 2024 flagship TVs, it's time to talk about which TVs we believe are in the running for best TV of 2024. Will OLED win the day or will it finally be toppled by a Mini LED TV? Ultimately, no TV is perfect for all content in every environment. But the key is to pick the best TV for your specific needs. Lees meer
We chat with Caleb Denison, Editor-at-Large for Digital Trends to compare notes on which new TVs from Sony, Hisense, TCL, LG and Samsung are most likely to earn the top marks overall and which factors, including black level performance, brightness, contrast, color reproduction, bright room performance and - of course - SIZE - go into the decision of which TV to buy in 2024.
*** Thank you to our home theater loving sponsor Q Acoustics at https://www.qacoustics.com ***
Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/JjlmdqMtWJQ
Watch all of Caleb's videos at: https://www.youtube.com/digitaltrends
On the panel:
Caleb Denison, Digital Trends Editor-at-Large
Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO
Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-LargeRelated links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/sony-2024/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/sony-bravia-tvs-soundbars-2024/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/tcl-qd-mini-led-tv-2024/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/samsung-tvs-2024/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/lg-oled-tvs-2024/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/hisense-u9n-tv-2024/Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com
#digitaltrends #calebdenison #miniled #oled #tv #4ktv #ecoustics #sony #samsung #lg #tcl #hisense #hometheater #hdr #uhd #4k #8k
• Original intr…
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IMAX In Your Living Room? DTS:X Sound on Disney+ with IMAX Enhanced (a Deep Dive)
25 mei 2024 · 56 min
In this episode we speak with Sven Mevissen, Director of Product Management, Home and Media Solutions, Xperi (parent company to DTS) to discuss the IMAX Enhanced program and the role that DTS:X plays in delivering immersive cinematic sound to home viewers. As of May 15, 2024, Disney+ is the first mainstream streaming service to bring the IMAX Enhanced experience with DTS:X sound into your home. The first of such titles includes the "Queen Rock Montreal" concert film as well as 18 films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Lees meer
DTS:X immersive sound differs from traditional surround by adding a height dimension that enables sound to come from not just all around you but above you as well. The partnership between IMAX and DTS allows home viewers to experience IMAX visuals and the IMAX theatrical audio mix at home for the first time.
However, all subscribers of Disney+ may not be able to experience the full impact of IMAX Enhanced with DTS:X sound unless their equipment is compatible. We dive into all the details.For more information on IMAX Enhanced with DTS:X please visit:
https://dts.com/discover/now-streaming-dtsx/Thank you to our home theater loving sponsors SVS! For more information please visit: https://www.svsound.com
On the panel:
Sven Mevissen, Director of Product Management, Home and Media Solutions, Xperi
Brian Mitchell CEO and Founder, eCoustics
Chris Boylan, Editor at Large, eCousticsCredits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #IMAXDTSX #DTS #ecoustics #hometheater #filmsound #soundforfilm #IMAXNews #surroundsound #hiresplayback #filmproduction #videopostproduction
• Original intro music by The Arc of All.…
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Can We Finally Admit that Wireless Loudspeakers Don't Suck?
27 april 2024 · 47 min
The wireless loudspeaker category has made enormous strides over the past 5 years and there is no question that there are high-end options that offer better sonic performance, superior connectivity options, and greater value for your money than traditional passive loudspeakers. Lees meer
Don't listen to members of the Hi-Fi press who try to tell you that you must continue down the traditional path to achieve better sound quality at home. We have listened to more than two dozen of the best wireless and Bluetooth loudspeakers currently available below $5,000 and have some thoughts on what you should consider and how one can build out a system that is great for both music and movies around them.
Thank you so much to our sponsor SVS!
Read our review of the SVS Prime Wireless Pro Speakers here:
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/svs-prime-wireless-pro-speaker-pair/In this episode, our Editor in-Chief, Ian White discusses his picks for best wireless speakers of 2024 (so far) listed below in the order mentioned on the podcast (lowest to highest price).
Triangle BOREA BR03 BT – $699 at Amazon (light oak, black, oak green, light oak blue, cream)
Q Acoustics M40 – $999/pair at Amazon (black, white, walnut)
PSB Alpha iQ – $1,299/pair at Amazon (black, white, blue, yellow)
KEF LSX II – $1,299/pair at Amazon (black, white, red, blue, olive green, beige)
KEF LSX II LT – $999/pair at Amazon (graphite grey, sage green, stone white)
Sonus faber Duetto – $3,999/pair at Crutchfield (graphite, walnut)Episode webpage: https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/best-wireless-speakers-2024/
On the Panel:
Brian Mitchell, Host & Founder
Ian White, Editor in-ChiefCredits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by v…
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Sony is Bringing the Cinema Home with new 2024 BRAVIA 4K TVs and Soundbars
17 april 2024 · 37 min
Today (April 17, 2024) Sony introduced its new 2024 line of BRAVIA 4K TVs, Soundbars and Theater speakers. Take a deep dive into the product launch with eCoustics Founder, Brian Mitchell and Editor at Large, Chris Boylan who got a hands-on tour of all the new products last month at Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles. Lees meer
Sony says, "Cinema is Coming Home" but is that true or just marketing hype? Join us and find out.
Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Q Acoustics! https://www.qacoustics.com
Learn more:
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/sony-bravia-tvs-soundbars-2024/Pricing:
BRAVIA 9 Mini LED TVs:
85″ $5,499.99
75″ $3,999.99
65″ $3,299.99BRAVIA 8 OLED TVs
77″ $3,899.99
65″ $2,799.99
55″ $1,999.99BRAVIA 7 Mini LED TVs
85″ $3,499.99
75″ $2,799.99
65″ $2,299.99
55″ $1,899.99BRAVIA 3 LED/LCD TVs
85″ $1,799.99
75″ $1,299.99
65″ $999.99
55″ $849.99
50″ $699.99
43″ $599.99Soundbars & Speakers:
BRAVIA Theater Quad – $2,499.99
BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 – $1,399.99
BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 – $999.99
BRAVIA Theater U – $299.99On the panel:
Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO
Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor at LargeCredits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All.
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com#sony #bravia #4ktv #hometheater #homevideo #hometheater #soundbar #theaterbar #televisions #ecoustics #productlaunch #bringingthecinemahome #oledtv #miniledtv #braviatheater
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Rotate This? The Best Audiophile Turntables Between $600 and $2,000
29 maart 2024 · 33 min
Are you considering a turntable upgrade in 2024? Before you empty your wallet on a deck that might seem like the right path for you — we have a few suggestions that might make more sense long-term if your budget is between $600 and $2,000. Lees meer
Does it make sense to spend more? We think the market has shifted and there are some outstanding options from Pro-Ject, Rega, Andover, U-Turn, and others worth exploring.
Further Reading:
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/pro-ject-x2-b/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/u-turn-audio-orbit-turntable-2023/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/rega-system-one-analog-solution/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/andover-audio-spindeck-2-turntable/
Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, SVS!
For more information on SVS and their line of stellar products, please visit: https://www.svsound.com
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.instagram.com/the_arc_of_all
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#streaming #hifi #highendaudio #musicindustry #vinylcommunity #budgetaudio #turntables #newtovinyl #audiophile #homelistening #recordplayers #nowspinning
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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The Last Days of Gear Fetishism? How Network Amplifiers Are Going to Change Hi-Fi Forever
23 maart 2024 · 40 min
The gear fetishism that has stunted the mainstream growth of high-end audio for almost four decades is about to run out of runway and that might be the most positive development in years. How we consume music has completely shifted and whilst there will always be room on the credenza for a turntable, or even a CD player, the reality is that real estate at home is a hot commodity, and most consumers want fewer boxes for their music listening journey. Lees meer
Just what is a network amplifier and why should you consider one as your last Hi-Fi system? We explain this week on the podcast with some help from our friends at NAD, WiiM, Bluesound, Naim, Cambridge Audio, and more…
Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, SVS!
For more information on SVS and their line of stellar products, please visit: https://www.svsound.com
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.instagram.com/the_arc_of_all
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#streaming #hifi #highendaudio #music #networkamplifiers #futurefi #naim #technology #cambridgeaudio #wiim #arylic #audiophile #hiresstreaming #digitalmusictrends
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Sankar's Audeze: How a Boutique High-End Headphone Brand Sparked a Revolution in Sound and May Have Changed the Gaming Experience Forever
6 maart 2024 · 45 min
Audeze’s Co-Founder & CEO, Sankar Thiagasamudram, joins eCoustics Senior Headphone & Portables Editor William Jennings and Producer (and Audeze Artist) Mitch Anderson to discuss its 16 year journey as an innovator in the global Head-Fi revolution. Lees meer
Founded in 2008 as a boutique audiophile brand, Audeze's first concept was a loudspeaker which never came to market. However, early innovations with planar magnetic technology led to the release of their first headphone, the LCD-1 for $600 — making it one of the most expensive headphones available in 2008. All 25 models sold, which led to the release of the LCD-2 in 2009 and LCD-3 in 2011. Both models became award-winning benchmarks for headphone design and turned what was a cottage industry aimed exclusively at high-end headphone listeners into a billion dollar segment.
Audeze's success also created opportunities for its competitors to expand into the planar magnetic category, forcing the brand to push the envelope with state-of-the-art professional monitoring headphones, electrostatic headphones for the medical industry, and innovative gaming headphones that attracted the attention of Sony Interactive Entertainment which purchased the company last year -- exposing the brand to a much larger mainstream global audience and giving it a growing customer base for the future.
Nearly all of Audeze’s products are hand-made in Costa Mesa, CA, including all LCD and MM series headphones and the Playstation headset drivers.
Sankar takes us on a journey through Audeze’s history and reveals interesting insights about the company’s history, headphone manufacturing, and their path ahead.
For more information on Audeze please visit https://www.audeze.com
For details and related links, visit: https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/audeze-sankar/
This episode is brought to you in part by Audeze Artists, The Source of Light & Power. Hear the sounds from their recently completed one record a month for all of 2023 sonic adventure here:
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Don't Be Nervous. It's Finally Time to Cut the Cord: Q Acoustics' M40 Wireless Micro-Towers Prove that High-End Audio Has Made the Jump
15 februari 2024 · 50 min
Can we finally stop pretending that wireless loudspeakers offer an inferior listening experience. The desire to sell high-end audio systems consisting of expensive boxes made of ticky tacky has become an impediment to the growth of the next generation of audiophiles and brands like Q Acoustics are working very hard to offer the best possible passive and wireless loudspeakers for less. And they are succeeding. Lees meer
Jamie McKay, Sales & Marketing Director, and Nick Renshaw, PR Manager, of Q Acoustics join us on this edition of the eCoustics podcast to discuss their award-winning 5000 series loudspeakers and the new M40 wireless micro-towers that are going to turn a lot of heads. High-end audio is evolving and it's time to cut the cord.
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#qacoustics #audiophile #hifi #vintageaudio #wirelessspeaker #awardwinningsound #towerspeakers #newproductalert #podcast #ecoustics #vinylcommunity
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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A Little Extra Padding: How a Little Headphone Accessories Company Has Changed the Way We Listen.
31 januari 2024 · 58 min
With consumers spending tens of billions of dollars on headphones and earbuds, the product has become a commodity and one that is rather disposable. But does that need to be the case? Have you thrown away a perfectly good pair of earbuds or headphones because the ear pads or ear tips are worn down or busted up? Lees meer
Dekoni Audio have not only cornered the market on replacement pads for some of the most popular consumer and audiophile models on the market, but they have altered the way they sound. If you think you have heard "everything" from your existing pair of headphones or earbuds? Think again. Tal Kocen and Dylan Scarzafava of Dekoni have a great story to tell and a lot to teach you.
Thank you to this episode's sponsors:
SVS: https://www.svsound.com
Q Acoustics: https://www.qacoustics.comCredits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#dekoni #headphones #hifi #headfi #canjam #diyaudio #headphonecommunity #audioupgrades #audiophile #livesound #audioengineer #recordinggear
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Arcam Radia, JBL Classic and Roon: Interview with Jim Garrett
5 januari 2024 · 56 min
In our second podcast with Jim Garrett, head of product strategy and planning at Harman Luxury Audio we discuss Arcam’s new product refresh. The British Hi-Fi brand has just introduced the sleek new Radia series of audio components, which consists of five new models: Lees meer
• Arcam A5 Integrated Amp – $699
• Arcam A15 Integrated Amp – $1,099
• Arcam A25 Integrated Amp – $1,499
• Arcam CD5 CD Player – $699
• Arcam ST5 Streamer – $799All are available at Crutchfield:
https://bit.ly/arcam-radia-at-crutchfieldJim reveals key details about each product, how they work together, and what’s different between each model. In addition, Jim shares updates about JBL’s “vintage looking” Classic hi-fi components which are now shipping along with MKII (2nd generation) versions of the JBL Classic L100, L82 and L52 Loudspeakers.
Finally, we talk about Harman’s surprise acquisition of Roon and what to expect going forward.
Previous podcast with Jim Garrett:
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/harman-luxury-audio-2023/Related links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/arcam-radia-st5-a25/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/arcam-radia-series/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/jbl-classic-loudspeakers-black/
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/harman-acquires-roon/Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#arcam #radia #hifi #audiophile #harman #harmanluxury #ecoustics #jbl #loudspeakers #roon
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep…
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Hi-Fi and Record Shopping in the Land of the Rising Sun
19 december 2023 · 43 min
In September 2023, vintage columnist Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) spent three weeks in Japan pursuing audio perfection in all forms. In this episode of the eCoustics podcast, he and podcast producer Mitch Anderson (@black_circle_radio) discuss shopping in Japan for modern and vintage HiFi, and new and used music on vinyl and other mediums. Lees meer
Conversation meanders to Japanese audiophilia and the obsession with quality, Japanese jazz artists (including Ryo Fukui, Tsuyoshi Yamamoto and Isao Suzuki), and why classical music is still so popular when interest has fallen off in many other countries.
Links:
Iconic Sansui Amplifiers: Exit to Vintage Street
Japanese Jazz Wikipedia Page
Audio Union Website
Disk Union Website
HMV Japan WebsiteThank you to our sponsor Marantz for supporting this episode!
www.marantz.com
In the Episode:
Eric Pye, Vintage Audio Columnist
Mitch Anderson, Producer
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All.
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #jazzkissa #japanesejazz #vinylcommunity #consumerelectronics #podcast
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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House of the Rising Sun: A Journey to the Japanese Jazz Kissa
12 december 2023 · 42 min
In September 2023, vintage columnist Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) spent three weeks in Japan pursuing audio perfection in all forms. In this episode of the eCoustics podcast, he and podcast producer Mitch Anderson (@black_circle_radio) discuss the history and current state of Jazz Kissa culture, how visiting a Jazz Kissa is such a special experience, and why that experience can’t really be recreated elsewhere. Going off topic they also discuss Japanese vinyl pressings and why those are so desirable. Lees meer
Links for further information:
Japanese Jazz Kissa and the Art of the Piano Trio: Exit to Vintage Street
Jazz Kissa Culture Goes Global: Exit to Vintage Street
Jazz City online store: Purchase Jazz Kissa magazines and books
Tokyo Jazz Joints website
@jazz_kissa on InstagramThank you to our sponsor Marantz for supporting this episode!
www.marantz.com
In the Episode:
Eric Pye, Vintage Audio Columnist
Mitch Anderson, Producer
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All.
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #jazzkissa #japanesejazz #vinylcommunity #consumerelectronics #podcast
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Ace of Space? Andover Audio Has an Affordable and Unique Solution for Your Hi-Fi Budget Blues
5 december 2023 · 45 min
With consumers moving away from expensive multi-component systems and looking for more economical and space-spacing alternatives, the question has to be asked -- who is actually offering solutions that are affordable? Lees meer
Bob Hazelwood, Director of Engineering and Product Development, Andover Audio, joins us on the eCoustics podcast to discuss their rather extensive lineup of award-winning wireless speakers, turntables, streamers, and lifestyle systems that tick off every box for the next generation of music listeners. And don't believe the naysayers -- their Isogroove isolation technology makes it possible to have your turntable on top of your speakers.
Ace of Space? You will be very surprised what you can do.
Thank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics for supporting our sonic messaging!
https://www.svsound.com
https://www.qacoustics.comIn the Episode:
Bob Hazelwood, Director of Engineering and Product Development - Andover Audio
Mitch Anderson, Producer
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All.
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #andoveraudio #spinbase #vinylcommunity #consumerelectronics #podcast
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Capital Audiofest 2023: Are High-End Audio Manufacturers Living on Borrowed Time?
28 november 2023 · 39 min
A new generation of music listeners are stepping outside their traditional comfort zones and looking for better ways to enjoy their music collections. But will they find that at a traditional Hi-Fi show? Lees meer
EIC Ian White and Producer Mitch Anderson break down CAF 2023 and why horrible music, unaffordable systems, and an aging customer base do not portend a strong future for high-end audio manufacturers if they don't make some massive changes.
Sponsor: Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Marantz. You’ll want to check out their new Stereo 70s Slimline Receiver.
On the panel:
Ian White, eCoustics Editor-In-Chief
Mitch Anderson, Producer
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All.
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #capitalaudiofest2023 #caf2023 #caf #headphones #audioshow #luxuryaudio #audioreview #musicindustry
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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What Makes a UST Projector the Best? Inside the 2023 Laser TV Showdown
22 november 2023 · 1 uur 8 min
Looking for a 4K UST projector or a portable lifestyle projector for your home? At the 2023 Laser TV Showdown, six unbiased expert judges took a look at the top UST projectors and the top portable 4K projectors (aka lifestyle projectors) and picked the winners in each category. Join us for a discussion with the organizers of the event as they reveal which UST projectors and which portable projectors got the highest ratings from the judges. Lees meer
We chat with Rob Sabin of ProjectorCentral.com and Brian Gluck of ProjectorScreen.com, organizer and host of the shootout event which saw nine of the world's best UST projectors and five of the top portable 4K projectors face-off side-by-side for the top spots.
Sponsor: Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Marantz. You’ll want to check out their new Stereo 70s Slimline Receiver.
Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/iW8-OhdmzNsView the scorecards and links to all the winners here:
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/2023-laser-tv-showdown-recap/On the panel:
Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder
Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-Large
Brian Gluck, Owner of ProjectorScreen.com
Rob Sabin, Editor-in-Chief at ProjectorCentral.com
Credits:
Original intro music by The Arc of All.
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com#lasertv #ustprojector #showdown #projectorcentral #projectorscreen #bigscreen #hometheater #homevideo #2023lasertvshowdown #portableprojector #hometheatre #bestprojector #bestof2023
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and produc…
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The Best Hi-Fi Year of Our Lives: eCoustics Roundtable
15 november 2023 · 1 uur 1 min
2023 was a year of discovery for all of us. New music. Some strange audio discoveries that have panned out beyond our wildest dreams. It was also a year where some of us stretched their budget and looked beyond what we thought we needed after exposure to some of the best Hi-Fi and home theater systems currently available. Does anyone really need 24 subwoofers in their home theater? Maybe you do. On this roundtable discussion of the eCoustics podcast, we discuss the Best Hi-Fi year of our lives. Lees meer
Thank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics for supporting our sonic messaging!
https://www.svsound.com
https://www.qacoustics.comProducts mentioned:
Frogge' Phono Pre - http://www.thatoldretrostore.com/pages/preamps.html
Sony PS1
CEDIA’s Sickest Demo: https://www.ecoustics.com/news/sickest-demo-cedia-2023/
Focal Grand Utopia/Naim Statement System
Andrew Jones Source Point 10s - https://www.mofielectronics.com/products/mofi-electronics-sourcepoint-10-loudspeakersOn the panel:
Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder
Eric Pye, Vintage Columnist @audioloveyyc
Jeremy Sikora, Vintage Columnist @budget_audiophiler
Chris Boylan, Editor-at-Large
Robert Silva, Senior Correspondent
Mitch Anderson, Producer and Host of Black Circle RadioRelated links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/vintage-audio-series-episode-7/
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/blue-note-tone-poet-episode-3/
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-of-cedia-expo-2023/#hifi #vinylrecords #phonopreamp #sonyps1 #audiophile #focal #naim #waveforming #kevingray #kirstenedkins #livemusic #coldplay #vintageaudio
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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What Exactly Does Music Do To Your Brain?
20 oktober 2023 · 51 min
Have you ever wondered why music changes the way your brain deals with pain, love, or anxiety? Is it possible to use music to diagnose the early onset of Dementia or Alzheimer's disease? Lees meer
Leading Israeli Scientist, Dr. Neta Maimon, joins this episode's host, editor-in-chief Ian White, on the eCoustics podcast from Netanya, Israel, to discuss how the brain responds to music in times of crisis, passion, or illness and how scientists are using it to diagnose and even manage cognitive decline.
For more information on Dr. Maimon's research please visit:
This Is What Music Does To Your Brain (via Haaretz)Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #vinyl #ecoustics #musicindustry #musicstreaming #vintageaudio #musictherapy #sonicscience #cognitiveillness #phd #brainstudy #musicwellness
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Can Westone Audio Reclaim Dominance in the IEM Market?
16 oktober 2023 · 49 min
In this episode, eCoustics Senior Headphone Editor, W. Jennings speaks with Tal Kocen (Vice President, Consumer Product) and Dave Friesema (Technical Director/General Manager) of Westone Audio about the company’s wide range of custom and universal fit IEM products. Lees meer
Westone has been making earphones and audio accessories for musicians and audiophiles since 1959. Their products are available at Amazon.com and westoneaudio.com.
For more information about this podcast visit: https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/westone-audio-2023/
Sponsor: Check out the new Marantz Stereo 70s Slimline Receiver.
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All.
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#earphones #earbuds #headphones #inearheadphones #wirelessearphones #inearmonitor #iems #westone #iem #livesound #hifi #ecoustics #livesound #monitormix
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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UE Pro: In Pursuit of the Ultimate Earphones with Vincent Liu
29 september 2023 · 1 uur 14 min
eCoustics Senior Headphone Editor W. Jennings recently sat down with Vincent Liu, Ultimate Ears Pro’s Head of Product & Operations for a conversation about the new Premier 21-driver IEM. This discussion touches on the impacts of the pandemic on Ultimate Ears Pro and how that provided opportunities to rethink some design elements of existing models as well as complete the development and testing of the new Premier. Lees meer
Also discussed in this conversation is UE Pro’s dedication to performing artists, their design philosophy and about where the new Premier’s signature fits into the product line. Many expected the Premier to be a UE18 Pro taken to the next level but the signatures are different and the two in-ears are aimed at different market segments. Finally, there was talk about some of the things that set Ultimate Ears Pro apart from other in-ear manufactures and where Vincent sees the company heading next.
Click to learn more about Ultimate Ears UE Premier
Thank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics for supporting our HI-FI messaging.
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#earphones #earbuds #headphones #inearheadphones #wirelessearphones #ultimateears #inearmonitor #iems #uepro #premier #iem #livesound #hifi #ecoustics
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Song of the Divine: An Intimate Conversation with Al Anderson of The Original Wailers
19 september 2023 · 51 min
Legendary guitarist, Al Anderson, toured with Bob Marley & The Wailers from 1974 until just before Marley’s death in 1981. Anderson's stunning lead guitar work on iconic classics like "No Woman, No Cry," "Three O’clock Road Block," and "Could You Be Loved" earned him a place in music history. Lees meer
Al continues touring to this day as the sole member of the 1970s lineup with his Grammy nominated band, "The Original Wailers", which carries on the original vision of Bob Marley’s music.
His memory inducing lead guitar playing was also featured on the Platinum Award winning albums Live at the Lyceum, Babylon by Bus, and the 10 times Platinum, Legend. After Marley's death, Anderson continued to tour with The Wailers Band. Anderson went on to record with Ben Harper (Diamonds On the Inside (2003), Lauryn Hill on her multi-Grammy winning debut The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill (1998) as well as with Santana on his 9-Grammy award winning Supernatural (2000).
Al speaks with Mitch Anderson (sonically related), eCoustics podcast producer and host of Black Circle Radio, live on stage at T.H.E. Show 2023. This episode was recorded on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at T.H.E. Show 2023 at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa California.
Related links:
The Original Wailers 2023 Fall Tour
Al Anderson on Discogs
Song of The Divine Music Video on YouTube
Al Anderson with Mitch on Black Circle Radio
This episode brought to you by The Source of Light and Power. One record a month being released for all of 2023. SOLP is stoked to be endorsed by Audeze Headphones, Linear Tube Audio, RME, and Peluso Microphones. For those who seek the ALL.
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https:/…
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Making MoFi the Soundtrack of Your Life
1 september 2023 · 50 min
Lenny CoCo spends his days and nights traversing North America, spreading the gospel for MoFi Distribution, as their National Specialty Audio Sales Manager. After more than 32 years in the business, he has seen it all and can help music listeners assemble the audio system of their dreams, regardless of price. His passion for music and hi-fi began when was only 10 years old, and his core belief remains the same. Creating an emotional connection to music is ultimately what matters and how you get to that moment is the real journey. Lees meer
CoCo sits down with eCoustics CEO and Publisher, Brian Mitchell, as well as eCoustics Podcast Producer, Mitch Anderson to discuss his deep love of vintage turntables, cartridges, the battle between digital music and vinyl, and his sales philosophy after four decades in the world of high fidelity playback.
Some of the topics covered in this episode include:
- A deep dive into Lenny’s vintage turntables, cartridges and setup
- Why vinyl and digital music can coexist
- Lenny’s hi-fi sales philosophy
- The power of connecting to music
- Lenny’s definition of audiophile nirvanaRelated links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/mofi-masterphono-preamplifier/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/mofi-sourcepoint-8/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/mofi-sourcepoint-10/
This episode was hosted by Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO and Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Studios. It was recorded on June 9, 2023 at T.H.E. Show at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa.
Listen to Lenny’s previous appearance on the podcast from T.H.E. Show 2022.
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/the-show-2022-lenny-coco/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by …
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The Lamborghini of Audio, Gryphon's Sales Director, Rune Skov
25 augustus 2023 · 22 min
In our third installment with Gryphon Audio Designs, we speak with Gryphon’s Sales Director, Rune Skov, at T.H.E. Show 2023. He’s responsible for the company’s worldwide sales strategy, tasked with the daunting goal of turning Gryphon into the most sought-after brand in hi-fi. Lees meer
Gryphon Audio’s vision is clear: the company wants its brand to be as recognized as the “Lamborghini of High End Audio,” exclusive to the select few who value its performance and style.
It takes more than a clever marketing message to achieve this this goal. The company is building some of the world’s finest audio products in Denmark, at prices higher than one might expect; however, they offer a full system approach, which means that Gryphon offers every component in the audio chain…including the cables. That leaves no uncertainly for the customer and assures that everything from source through speakers is meticulously engineered to function perfectly together.
Gryphon Audio Designs was founded in 1985 and Rune’s career trajectory has been nothing short of meteoric. After 12 fulfilling years as a teacher at a prestigious private school, Rune was recruited by Nordost and quickly rose to become one of the most prominent figures in Danish High End. Spending over 100 days per year visiting foreign dealers and distributors while studying for his MBA, Rune recently graduated with honors and has already been appointed to the Board of Directors of several large Danish corporations. Rune’s dedication, love of music and personal sense of style have contributed to Gryphon’s explosive growth and stature as one of Ultra-Luxe audio’s true icons.
The proud father of 5 beautiful children, Rune’s personal and professional life recently merged when his oldest son, Alexander Raul, joined the Gryphon team as the company’s first Sales & Marketing intern. One of the company’s major shareholders, Rune relishes his role as Gryphon’s international Brand ambassador and loves nothing more than sharing his enthusias…
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SVS Immersion is Here, There, and Everywhere: Live from T.H.E. Show 2023
18 augustus 2023 · 33 min
SVS has a gone from a factory-direct seller of affordable subwoofers, to a full fledged audio brand to be reckoned with. In keeping to their high value / affordable roots, SVS now sells a full lineup of loudspeakers, wireless speakers, and accessories in addition to subwoofers. The company has racked up so many awards, it's nearly impossible to go wrong buying anything from SVS. Lees meer
Although consumers can still order direct from the SVS website today, its products are now sold in-stores in places such as Best Buy and online across many merchants including Amazon. SVS products can be purchased everywhere, including internationally.
If you plan to attend an audio show, there’s a good chance SVS will be there demonstrating to a packed room. We caught up with Nick Brown, SVS VP Marketing and Gary Yacoubian, SVS CEO at T.H.E. Show 2023 in Costa Mesa, California this past June. We discussed their current product line as well as their strategy to reach the next generation of audio and home theater enthusiasts.
For more information: https://www.svsound.com
This episode was hosted by Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO and Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Studios. It was recorded on June 9, 2023 at T.H.E. Show at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa.
Related links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/ask-an-expert/what-svs-subwoofer-should-you-buy/
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/svs-the-show-2023/
https://www.ecoustics.com/tag/svs/
Previous SVS podcasts:
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/svs-prime-wireless-pro/
https://www.ecoustics.com/podcasts/the-show-2022-svs-interview/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#svs #svsound #hifi #aud…
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Get Blown Away by JBL Sound Again, Interview with Jim Garrett of Harman Luxury Audio Group
11 augustus 2023 · 1 uur 19 min
In this episode eCoustics founder Brian Mitchell sits down with Jim Garrett, head of product strategy and planning at the Harman Luxury Audio Group, which is composed of five active brands — JBL, JBL Synthesis, Arcam, Mark Levinson, and Revel. The discussion centers around the luxury side of the JBL business, which includes the modernized re-launch of JBL’s classic products, including the L100. Lees meer
Related links:
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/jbl-4329p/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/jbl-l100-classic-75-loudspeaker/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/jbl-75th-anniversary-sa750-integrated-amplifier/
Thank you to our sponsor Focal for the support of our programming!
https://www.focal.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #ecoustics #JBL #vintageaudio #L100 #marklevinson #immersiveaudio #customintegrationspeakers #hometheater #breakingthesoundbarrier #speakerdesign
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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The Wonderful Wizard of GaN? Pulling Back the Curtains on the Next Generation of Amplification
4 augustus 2023 · 32 min
In this episode we return to the T.H.E. Show 2023, where we talk with Allen Sides of Ocean Way Audio and Alberto Guerra of AGD Productions. The unlikely duo have teamed up at T.H.E. Show in Costa Mesa, CA to demonstrate the synergy between AGD electronics and Ocean Way loudspeakers. Lees meer
Allen Sides is a five-time Grammy winning engineer/producer who has worked on over a thousand albums. Under his companies, Ocean Way Recording and Ocean Way Audio, Allen developed highly-acclaimed loudspeaker systems for both professional studios as well as home hi-fi listening.
Alberto Guerra is the founder of AGD Productions, which is pioneering the use of Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology in the company’s audiophile amplifiers and preamplifiers.
For more information:
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/agd-ocean-way-the-show-2023/
https://agdproduction.com
https://oceanwayaudio.com
Thank you to our sponsors Q Acoustics & SVS for the support of our programming!
https://www.qacoustics.com
https://www.svsound.com
This episode was hosted by Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO and Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Studios. It was recorded on June 9, 2023 at T.H.E. Show at the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa.
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #ecoustics #listeningroom #agdproductions #oceanwayaudio #allensides #grammywinner #audioengineer #musicmixing #recordingstudio #audiophile #theshow2023 #theshowsocal2023 #highendaudio #breakingthesoundbarrier
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
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This Must Be the Place: How Cambridge Audio’s “Music First” Ethos is Making Itself a Final Destination For Music Listeners
28 juli 2023 · 43 min
Cambridge Audio has been a “music first” brand since its inception and one would like to think that every company that designs and manufactures audio components and loudspeakers shares that same ethos. With so much emphasis on the hardware, it is most certainly refreshing to see that the British manufacturer is taking a different approach to reach a new audience that is not obsessed with all of the technology that we focus on when it comes to music reproduction. All of these boxes are nothing more than instruments with which to enjoy art. Lees meer
Between its new “Made by Music” Podcast and a world-class selection of high-end audio components and loudspeakers for almost every price point, Cambridge Audio is rather quickly becoming a one-stop shop for a new generation of music listeners. Coral Williamson, Communications Manager for Cambridge Audio, joins us on the podcast to discuss the Cambridge revolution and where this remarkable British brand is headed.
For more information: https://www.cambridgeaudio.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #ecoustics #cambridgeaudio #hometheater #breakingthesoundbarrier #cambridge #britishaudio #ukaudio #ukhifi #audiophile #musicstreaming #vintageaudio
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Danish Delights: Gryphon Audio's Ultra High-End Audio Experience Has Crossed The Pond
19 juli 2023 · 29 min
In the second of 7 podcasts recorded at T.H.E. Show 2023, we expand our conversation into the distrubtion arm of Denmark’s ultra-luxe brand, Gryphon Audio Designs ApS. We speak with Anthony Chiarella, Director of Sales & Marketing for Gryphon Audio Designs N.A., which was established as a wholly owned subsidiary of the brand headquartered in Denmark, to extend Gryphon’s availability through its U.S. and Canadian retailer partners. Anthony shares his unique background and provides an industry insider’s perspective of the high-end audio business. Lees meer
Anthony Chiarella officially became an audio geek at the age of 13 when he joined his high school AV Club (“We got beaten-up by the football team every Friday!”) and by 16 he was working as an Audio Salesman at New York’s notorious Crazy Eddie. After earning his MBA, he achieved success on Wall Street but soon realized he was more interested in HiFi than High Finance and took a sales position at Lyric HiFi, then the mecca for High End Audio, where he met many industry luminaries including Harry Pearson, Founder and Publisher of The Absolute Sound (TAS). Anthony soon started writing for TAS and most other High End mags and wound up freelancing for Maxim, Esquire, GQ and other mainstream Men’s Magazines. At the same time, some of the companies about whose products he was writing were looking for sales and marketing help, which led him to found Specialty Sound and Vision (SSV), a NY Metro Rep Firm, in 1996. Dedicated to working with the territory’s best retailers, SSV is considered “THE High End Rep Firm.” After the Great Recession, most of the NY Metro retailers closed, so SSV became a National Sales Management company, representing Gryphon, Brinkmann and other Ultra-Luxe High End Manufacturers across the US and Canada.
Thank you to our sponsors Q Acoustics & SVS for the support of our programming!
https://www.qacoustics.com
https://www.svsound.com
Related links:
Podcast: Gryphon Audio’s #1 Dealer, Joseph Cali at T.H.E. …
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Say My Naim: How a Quirky British Hi-Fi Company is Quietly Conquering the Globe
13 juli 2023 · 43 min
You know you want to. Say it twice. Naim. Founded by Julian Vereker MBE (1945-2000) in 1973, Naim Audio have been one of the linchpins of the high-end audio movement for fifty years and their hard-earned success is not something that they are taking for granted. The British manufacturer has never played by the rules and that has contributed significantly to their positioning and design ethos. Lees meer
It is not a brand that creates feelings of ambivalence within the audio world; audiophiles either love or hate it. The marriage to Focal, one of the largest high-end loudspeaker brands in the world, took a lot of people by surprise and there were certainly some valid questions about how the two legacy brands situated across the English Channel from one another would work together and grow.
Has it worked?
Naim Brand Ambassador, Jason Gould, joins EIC Ian White to discuss the first fifty years, the legacy of the late-Julian Vereker, streaming, and why the brand is well-positioned to grow rather significantly over the next decade.
Thank you to our sponsor Naim Audio for the support of our programming!
https://www.naimaudio.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #ecoustics #naim #hometheater #breakingthesoundbarrier #naimaudio #britishaudio #ukaudio #ukhifi #audiophile #musicstreaming #vintageaudio
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, …
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The Focal Revolution: How a French Hi-Fi Manufacturer is Revolutionizing Your Music Listening Experience
28 juni 2023 · 40 min
Driving change in any industry is difficult; it took Apple more than two decades to become the leading media and technology brand in the world and in the process completely changed how people consume music, movies, and television. Lees meer
On a much smaller scale, Focal is changing how high-end consumers listen to music outdoors, while traveling, at their desks, and in the home. Their award-winning loudspeakers and headphones can be found in every corner of the globe and their Focal Powered by Naim retail experience is winning converts across North America, Asia, and Europe. The French manufacturer took the long-term view and it is paying off.
How did Focal get here?
EIC Ian White sat down with Focal Marketing Product Manager, Rejean Bedel, to discuss the past, present, and where the Focal/Naim family is headed.
Thank you to our sponsor Focal for the support of our programming!
https://www.focal.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #ecoustics #focal #customintegrationspeakers #hometheater #breakingthesoundbarrier #focal #naim #thevaspeakers #ourdoorspeakers #frenchdesign
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Cost-no-object Gryphon Audio's #1 Dealer, Joseph Cali: T.H.E. Show 2023
21 juni 2023 · 24 min
In the first of 7 podcasts recorded at T.H.E. Show 2023, we begin our conversation with Danish high-end audio manufacturer, Gryphon Audio Designs. We speak with Joseph Cali, owner of the premiere Southern California dealer for this ultra high-end Danish brand. Topics include Joe’s rich history in high-end audio, with a special focus on Gryphon Audio electronics and loudspeakers, as well the love of music that led him to connect with Gryphon. Lees meer
Currently, Joe is the CEO of Joseph Cali Systems Design, a bespoke high-end audio integrator with two locations in Los Angeles; however, he started as a Gryphon Dealer in 2017 in NY where he opened a dedicated Gryphon Demo System Showroom inside the Stereo Exchange Loft.
Joseph has a storied history in hi-fi and music as well as film and TV. He was a professional actor, with starring and co-starring roles in “Saturday Night Fever”, “The Competition”, "The Lonely Lady”, “Voices”, "Suicide Kings”, "Today's FBI”, and “Flatbush”. He has worked as a recording Engineer and Executive Producer on Lori Lieberman albums: Monterey, Bend Like Steel, Gun Metal Sky, Ready For The Storm, and The Girl and The Cat, and will continue those duties on future Lori Lieberman productions. He also Executive Produced: A Thousand Dreams, Home Of Whispers and Gone Is The Girl for Pope Music, and Truly for Drive On Records. In addition, he co-founded Cello Music and Film Systems with the renowned Mark Levinson.
Joseph has had a love affair with music since his parents pushed back the dining room table, put big band music on the RCA HiFi Console and danced the nights away. From there, he joined the Columbia Record Club in High School in the mid 60's and had a Garrard Turntable with a Stanton cartridge, KLH speakers and a Kenwood integrated amp. The obsession never stopped. System after system, for over 50 years from Audio Research and Magneplanars to his advocacy of Cello, and now Gryphon, sharing his love of music is in his soul.
https://jcsystemsdesi…
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The Path to Paradise: A Conversation with Radio Paradise Founder and Head DJ William Goldsmith
12 mei 2023 · 39 min
In the year 2000, veteran radio DJ William Goldsmith took a leap of faith and launched Radio Paradise, a streaming internet radio station. Tired of having to conform with the strict regulations and formatting restrictions of commercial radio, William vowed to bring his vision for radio to the world. Over two decades later, Radio Paradise is thriving with four high quality radio streams being delivered to hundreds of thousands of listeners worldwide. Lees meer
In this episode, we sit down with William to discuss the past, present and possible future of Radio Paradise. From how new music is selected to the importance of lossless audio to the expansion of musical genres and live Virtual Reality broadcasts, we get an inside look at the station's operations and plans for the years to come. And not content just to deliver great music to the world, William also wants to help make the world a better place with their new project, Radio 2050. Check out this episode for a glimpse at the future of internet radio.
For more information and to listen to all Radio Paradise has to offer, please visit:
https://www.radioparadise.com
Thank you to our sponsor Q Acoustics for the support of our programming!
https://www.qacoustics.com
The Q Acoustics 5000 Series is available at Crutchfield.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #breakthesoundbarrier #ecoustics #listeningroom #onlineradio #hiresstreaming #radioparadise #streamingmusic #audiophile #flac #burningman
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
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Is Bluetooth About To Take A Major Leap Forward?
26 april 2023 · 34 min
Has the time come for Bluetooth to take a necessary step forward? Does it really make a difference which codec your headphones or source device support? The quiet release of Bluetooth version 5.2 three years ago set the stage for the future of the wireless protocol. New features have been added to Bluetooth’s core specification, including improvements to audio fidelity, which are set to begin making their way into the market this year. Lees meer
Some of the new Bluetooth features are:
• Auracast enables audio broadcasting, allowing a single device to transmit to an unlimited number of devices in proximity.
• LC3 (Low Complexity Communications Codec) is the next generation Bluetooth audio (aka “LE Audio”) standard which improves upon the original (“classic”) audio protocol (SBC). Although still a lossy codec, it can use less power to extend battery life, while a new psychoacoustic compression algorithm improves audio fidelity.
In this episode, we speak with John Yi, Founder and CEO of Packetcraft — a provider of Bluetooth solutions for device makers. Join us on a deep dive into the future of Bluetooth and what to look out for later this year.
This episode is brought to you in part by, SVS. To learn more about SVS and their entire product line please visit https://www.svsound.com
Hosts:
• Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/ecoustics/
• W. Jennings, eCoustics Sr. Headphone Editor: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/w-jennings/Related:
• Bluetooth Audio Is Not Lossless (video) https://youtu.be/eljBbqnurAo
• LE Audio: https://www.bluetooth.com/learn-about-bluetooth/feature-enhancements/le-audio/
• Learn more about Packetcraft: https://www.packetcraft.comCredits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with al…
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Q Acoustics Unveils Bold New 5000 Series Speakers: Exclusive Interview
13 april 2023 · 37 min
There is always a bit of a risk when a company introduces a new loudspeaker range meant to satisfy the needs of the middle of the market; especially when said manufacturer has already established itself as a category leader below $1,000 and in the segment above $3,000. Can they find that magic again in a segment of the market that often struggles to attract mainstream attention? Lees meer
The Q Acoustics 5000 Series of loudspeakers aims to fill that void with 5 new models designed for both music and home theater systems. What makes them different from the award-winning 3000 series that have dominated the entry-level category?
EIC Ian White sits down in this exclusive podcast with Q Acoustics' Brand Manager, Alex Munro, to discuss everything you need to know about these exciting new products.
5000 Series Overview:
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/q-acoustics-5000-series-loudspeakers/Learn more about Q Acoustics:
https://www.qacoustics.com5000 Series is available at Crutchfield.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#qacoustics #hifi #breakthesoundbarrier #ecoustics #listeningroom #homespeakers #audiophile #5000series #floorstandingspeakers #loudspeakers #bookshelfspeakers
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Surround Sound Without Wires? Yes You Can, Says WiSA
5 april 2023 · 45 min
One of the challenges facing those who want to enjoy immersive surround sound at home is the need for lots of speaker wires. WiSA (Wireless Speaker and Audio Association) is eliminating the need for speaker cables by enabling up to 8 speakers to connect wirelessly from a single source. That means it can work for both stereo listening and for home theater, supporting Dolby Atmos 5.1.2. Lees meer
A few established audio brands are already integrating WiSA into their products such as Bang & Olufsen, Klipsch, Platin, LG and Dynaudio. What makes WiSA appealing to audiophiles is its ability to transmit uncompressed lossless and hi-res audio wirelessly.
In this episode we talk about the future of wireless home audio with Tony Ostrom, President of WiSA. Tony has a 25-year career in the consumer electronics industry and has previously worked in product development and marketing roles for Klipsch, House of Marley, Powermat, and JL Audio. Tony has a BA in Music Engineering and a Minor in Physics from Ball State University.
Will your next wireless speakers support WiSA? There’s a good chance they will.
For more information: https://www.wisatechnologies.com
Sponsor: SVS is acclaimed for punching well above their class, experience thrilling and immersive sound from SVS speakers, subwoofers, and cables. Join the Sound Revolution today and visit: https://www.svsound.com
Related reading:
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/wisa-explained/
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/wisa-ds-wisa-e/
https://www.ecoustics.com/news/hisense-wisa-soundsend-tvs/Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#wisa #wireless #homeaudio #hifi #hometheater #dolbyatmos #hiresaudio
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Immersive Sound and Spatial Audio: The Next Big Thing or Just Another Cash Grab?
24 maart 2023 · 55 min
From Apple to Sony, from Dolby to Sonos, content providers and consumer electronics manufacturers are sounding a rallying cry for immersive sound a.k.a. Spatial Audio. Lees meer
Do consumers want to hear it? Despite a huge marketing push featuring Apple Music, Dolby Atmos and Sony 360 Reality Audio, we’re not so sure.
Join Chris Boylan and Brian Mitchell for an in-depth discussion of the current state of spatial audio for music.
Panelists:
• Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO
• Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-LargeSponsor: https://www.svsound.com
• Acclaimed for punching well above their class, experience thrilling and immersive sound from SVS speakers, subwoofers, and cables. Join the Sound Revolution today.Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #wirelessspeakers #ecoustics #audio #dolbyatmos #spatialaudio #360sound #immersivesound #sonos #sony360 #sony360realityaudio #dolbyatmosmusic #applemusic
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Philip Jones: Masimo (Sound United) & ProjectorReviews Storyteller-in-Chief
2 maart 2023 · 57 min
Meet Philip Jones, Director of Global Brand Activation at Masimo Consumer Audio Division (previously known as Sound United) and the co-owner of website Projector Reviews. Philip has a 30+ year history working in the A/V industry from his early days in specialty audio retail to product training positions at Yamaha, Sony and now Masimo (which recently acquired Sound United). Lees meer
Masimo now owns all Sound United brands including: Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, Polk Audio, Classe Audio, Definitive Technology, Boston Acoustics, and Heos.
To view the videos Philip mentioned in this episode, please visit: Sound United Training
This episode sponsored by Focal:
Focal is currently running a 40% off sale on their Chora Collection!
https://www.focal.com/us/high-fidelity-speakers/collection#chora
Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KkmIBsUk0hI
Credits:
Hosted by: eCoustics Founder, Brian Mitchell https://www.ecoustics.com/author/ecoustics/
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #wirelessspeakers #ecoustics #audio #sonar #denon #marantz #soundunited #bowerswilkins #polk #classeaudio #definitivetechnology #projectors #hometheater #soundbar #masimo
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Editors' Choice with Ian White: Wireless Speakers from $500 to $11,000
15 februari 2023 · 30 min
Wireless loudspeakers took a huge step forward in performance in 2022 and it is easy to understand why mainstream consumers and seasoned audiophiles are taking the plunge. How people consume music has changed and reflects shifting priorities when it comes to home audio/video systems. People want fewer components, easier connectivity, and the ability to create 2.0 or 2.1 systems that can enhance their listening and movie watching experience. Lees meer
Ian White, eCoustics Editor in-Chief, explains why wireless loudspeakers are going to replace traditional passive systems in the next 5 years and selects some of his favorite high-end wireless loudspeakers of 2022. The next golden age of Hi-Fi is already here.
Sponsor: Focal is currently running a 40% off sale on their Chora Collection!
https://www.focal.com/us/high-fidelity-speakers/collection#chora
Products mentioned:
Q Acoustics M20
Triangle BOREA BR03 BT
KEF LSX II
Sonus faber Omnia
Dynaudio Focus 50
Related Story: https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/editors-choice-2022/
Credits:
Hosted by: eCoustics Editor in-Chief, Ian White https://www.ecoustics.com/author/ian-white/
Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #wirelessspeakers #ecoustics #audioforbusiness #smallbusines #portableaudio #bluetoothspeaker #wirelessstreaming #speakers #musicindustry #musicpublication #publisher
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and …
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Multichannel Music, Car HiFi and Do Speakers Still Need Wires?
8 februari 2023 · 48 min
eCoustics Editor in Chief Ian White and Editor at Large Chris Boylan discuss whether speakers really need wires any more, and whether the new wave of "Spatial Audio" is the next big thing or just another passing fad. Also, could the new trend of putting truly high end audio brands into cars help usher in the wide scale adoption of multi-channel music? Lees meer
Thank you to our friends and sponsor SVS for supporting and engaging with us here at eCoustics.
Learn more at: https://www.svsound.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hifi #audiophile #dolbyatmos #wirelessspeakers #caraudio #ecoustics #vintageaudio #hometheater
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradioKeep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode VII: Q&A With Mastering Legend Kevin Gray
1 februari 2023 · 49 min
In part 7 of 7 in our podcast series on vintage audio we speak with vinyl mastering legend, Kevin Gray. This episode is moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio with our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora. Lees meer
So what does an award winning mastering engineer think about the current state of hi-fi? Kevin Gray takes the eCoustics Vintage Audio team on a surprising journey with his thoughts on all things audio and what he uses to enjoy his favorite recordings, including his celebrated Blue Note Tone Poet releases.
Sponsored by: Howard Products - Keep your audio equipment looking as good as it sounds!
Learn more at: https://www.howardproducts.com
About Mitch Anderson:
All-vinyl broadcaster since 2009 via Black Circle Radio. Avid musician since the age of 8. Active recording artist. Mitch performs, records, mixes, masters, and cuts records with a pretty darn eclectic hybrid of vintage and modern equipment. If it's the right sound, then it's the right equipment.
https://www.sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
https://www.instagram.com/black_circle_radio/About Eric Pye:
Eric’s journey into vintage audio began in 2015 when his mum gave him the old family Technics SA-500 Receiver that had been sitting under the living room sofa for over 20 years. Soon after, his brother gave him an old Sansui AU-555 Integrated Amplifier. Two services and full recaps later, he was sold on both the nostalgia and quality of vintage equipment, and down the rabbit hole he plunged.
His Instagram journey began a few years earlier as @headfiyyc (YYC the code for Calgary Airport), with a focus on headphones and portable audio. As he dove deeper into vintage, his account focus shifted to amps, speakers and eventually turntables, with a heavy dose of jazz, resulting in a name change to @audioloveyyc to more accurately capture his account vibe. He currently has over 45K jazz and gear-head followers, many of whom have also become friends.
https://www.ecoustics.com/author/eri…
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode VI: Oddities - EQs, Expanders and Reverbs, Oh My!
25 januari 2023 · 33 min
In part 6 of 7 in our podcast series on vintage audio we talk about oddities. This episode is moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio with our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora. Lees meer
Over the past 7 decades, consumers have had access to a myriad of hi-fi components that were not necessarily good or even useful. Claims about accessories that could transform the sound of your system were met with downright skepticism. The eCoustics Vintage Audio team takes a hard look at some of the oddities, myths and rare finds from the 50s, 60s and 70s.
Sponsored by: Howard Products - Keep your audio equipment looking as good as it sounds!
Learn more at: https://www.howardproducts.com
About Jeremy Sikora:
Jeremy has always been a music lover, but his path into the vintage realm started with a gifted Technics SL-1700 Turntable which sat with a broken stylus until it was paired with Marantz 2245 and Jensen Model 4 Speakers in 2018. From there the curiosity of “what else can I play music on” within a budget took over. Jeremy remains a fan of all things vintage, anything with an Ohm emblem, vacuum tubes, and especially a love for the fringe equipment of the hobby… and Depeche Mode.
As he learned so much from others on IG he created his own page @budget_audiophiler and shares his hits and misses of his audio journey with his 100k followers. The vintage audio game on IG is strong, welcoming, and generous!
https://www.ecoustics.com/author/jeremy-sikora/
https://www.instagram.com/budget_audiophiler/About Eric Pye:
Eric’s journey into vintage audio began in 2015 when his mum gave him the old family Technics SA-500 Receiver that had been sitting under the living room sofa for over 20 years. Soon after, his brother gave him an old Sansui AU-555 Integrated Amplifier. Two services and full recaps later, he was sold on both the nostalgia and quality of vintage equipment, and down the rabbit hole he plunged.
His Instagram journey began a few years earlier as @headf…
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode V: Grandma’s Turntable Got Its Groove Back
18 januari 2023 · 34 min
In part 5 of 7 in our podcast series on vintage audio we talk all things turntables. This episode is moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio with our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora. Lees meer
Ten years have passed since the rebirth of vinyl, and thousands of vintage turntables have been dusted off by music listeners and found their way into hi-fi systems around the globe. Consumers want to know if vintage tables are worth restoring or does it make more sense to buy a new turntable in 2023 to enjoy your record collection. The eCoustics Vintage Audio team breaks down everything you need to know before you decide to invest in a vintage table and what you need to be aware of before you invest money and elbow grease. You spin me round this week and down the spindle shaft we go.
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About Eric Pye:
Eric’s journey into vintage audio began in 2015 when his mum gave him the old family Technics SA-500 Receiver that had been sitting under the living room sofa for over 20 years. Soon after, his brother gave him an old Sansui AU-555 Integrated Amplifier. Two services and full recaps later, he was sold on both the nostalgia and quality of vintage equipment, and down the rabbit hole he plunged.
His Instagram journey began a few years earlier as @headfiyyc (YYC the code for Calgary Airport), with a focus on headphones and portable audio. As he dove deeper into vintage, his account focus shifted to amps, speakers and eventually turntables, with a heavy dose of jazz, resulting in a name change to @audioloveyyc to more accurately capture his account vibe. He currently has over 45K jazz and gear-head followers, many of whom have also become friends.
https://www.ecoustics.com/author/eric-pye/
https://www.instagram.com/audioloveyyc/About Jeremy Sikora:
Jeremy has always been a music lover, but his path into the vintage realm starte…
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode IV: The Reel Truth About R2R Tape Decks
11 januari 2023 · 37 min
In part 4 of 7 in our podcast series on vintage audio we talk reel-to-reel. This episode is moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio with our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora. Lees meer
Reel-to-Reel Tape Decks get a lot of attention on the used market and with new models and pre-recorded open reel tapes gaining traction with audiophiles once again, there are a lot of factors to consider before taking the plunge. The format can offer a superior sonic experience when done correctly, but you do need to learn the basics so you don't end up with a very expensive paper weight on your rack. The eCoustics Vintage team discusses the various types of decks, maintenance, tapes, operation, and where to start your journey. The reel truth about R2R Tape Decks is that they are worth the effort. Let's begin.
Sponsored by: Howard Products - Keep your audio equipment looking as good as it sounds!
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About Mitch Anderson:
All-vinyl broadcaster since 2009 via Black Circle Radio. Avid musician since the age of 8. Active recording artist. Mitch performs, records, mixes, masters, and cuts records with a pretty darn eclectic hybrid of vintage and modern equipment. If it's the right sound, then it's the right equipment.
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https://www.instagram.com/black_circle_radio/About Jeremy Sikora:
Jeremy has always been a music lover, but his path into the vintage realm started with a gifted Technics SL-1700 Turntable which sat with a broken stylus until it was paired with Marantz 2245 and Jensen Model 4 Speakers in 2018. From there the curiosity of “what else can I play music on” within a budget took over. Jeremy remains a fan of all things vintage, anything with an Ohm emblem, vacuum tubes, and especially a love for the fringe equipment of the hobby… and Depeche Mode.
As he learned so much from others on IG he created his own page @budget_audiophiler and shares his hits and misses of his audio journ…
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode III: Is There Magic To Be Found In Those Old Speakers?
4 januari 2023 · 40 min
In part 3 of 7 in our podcast series on vintage audio we talk speakers. This episode is moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio with our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora. Lees meer
Consumers and manufacturers love to wax poetically about “vintage” when it comes to loudspeakers, but the truth is that many of them require a lot of work and some luck if the previous owners have been less than gentle with them. There are some hidden gems to be found but unless you have done your homework – you can end up with an expensive bookend. The eCoustics Vintage Audio team covers everything you need to know before you buy. Is there truly magic to be found in old speakers? We think so.
Sponsored by: Howard Products - Keep your audio equipment looking as good as it sounds!
Learn more at: https://www.howardproducts.com
About Eric Pye:
Eric’s journey into vintage audio began in 2015 when his mum gave him the old family Technics SA-500 Receiver that had been sitting under the living room sofa for over 20 years. Soon after, his brother gave him an old Sansui AU-555 Integrated Amplifier. Two services and full recaps later, he was sold on both the nostalgia and quality of vintage equipment, and down the rabbit hole he plunged.
His Instagram journey began a few years earlier as @headfiyyc (YYC the code for Calgary Airport), with a focus on headphones and portable audio. As he dove deeper into vintage, his account focus shifted to amps, speakers and eventually turntables, with a heavy dose of jazz, resulting in a name change to @audioloveyyc to more accurately capture his account vibe. He currently has over 45K jazz and gear-head followers, many of whom have also become friends.
https://www.ecoustics.com/author/eric-pye/
https://www.instagram.com/audioloveyyc/About Jeremy Sikora:
Jeremy has always been a music lover, but his path into the vintage realm started with a gifted Technics SL-1700 Turntable which sat with a broken stylus until it was paired with Marantz…
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode II: Integrate Mixed Media & Streaming Without Skipping a Beat
28 december 2022 · 34 min
In part 2 of 7 in our podcast series on vintage audio we examine both old and modern playback devices you may want to consider. This episode is hosted by our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora and moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio. Lees meer
Integrating legacy devices including cassette decks and CD players into a vintage audio system is not difficult but are there any technical pitfalls that you might not be aware of? Adding digital streaming sources such as a network player, tablet, DAP, or smartphone can be achieved rather easily as well but will you require special adapters? The eCoustics Vintage Audio team simplifies all of this and discusses some of its favorite sources so that you don't skip a beat.
Sponsored by: Howard Products - Keep your audio equipment looking as good as it sounds!
Learn more at: https://www.howardproducts.com
About Eric Pye:
Eric’s journey into vintage audio began in 2015 when his mum gave him the old family Technics SA-500 Receiver that had been sitting under the living room sofa for over 20 years. Soon after, his brother gave him an old Sansui AU-555 Integrated Amplifier. Two services and full recaps later, he was sold on both the nostalgia and quality of vintage equipment, and down the rabbit hole he plunged.
His Instagram journey began a few years earlier as @headfiyyc (YYC the code for Calgary Airport), with a focus on headphones and portable audio. As he dove deeper into vintage, his account focus shifted to amps, speakers and eventually turntables, with a heavy dose of jazz, resulting in a name change to @audioloveyyc to more accurately capture his account vibe. He currently has over 45K jazz and gear-head followers, many of whom have also become friends.
https://www.ecoustics.com/author/eric-pye/
https://www.instagram.com/audioloveyyc/About Jeremy Sikora:
Jeremy has always been a music lover, but his path into the vintage realm started with a gifted Technics SL-1700 Turntable which sat with a broken…
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Vintage Audio Series, Episode I: Amplifiers - Get Bang for Your Buck, Not a Banged Up Amp
28 december 2022 · 32 min
Our 7-part podcast series on vintage audio begins with a look at amplifiers. This episode is hosted by our vintage hi-fi experts Eric Pye and Jeremy Sikora; moderated by Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio. Lees meer
Does the concept of investing in a vintage tube or solid state amplifier or receiver sound like a solid path forward? Before you take that blind leap down the rabbit hole, the eCoustics Vintage Audio team explains everything you need to know about brands, features, power ratings, repairs, sound quality, and the long-term viability of your purchase. Don't make mistakes and find yourself in repair limbo -- get the most bang for your buck and don't end up with a banged up amp.
Sponsored by: Howard Products - Keep your audio equipment looking as good as it sounds!
Learn more at: https://www.howardproducts.com
About Eric Pye:
Eric’s journey into vintage audio began in 2015 when his mum gave him the old family Technics SA-500 Receiver that had been sitting under the living room sofa for over 20 years. Soon after, his brother gave him an old Sansui AU-555 Integrated Amplifier. Two services and full recaps later, he was sold on both the nostalgia and quality of vintage equipment, and down the rabbit hole he plunged.
His Instagram journey began a few years earlier as @headfiyyc (YYC the code for Calgary Airport), with a focus on headphones and portable audio. As he dove deeper into vintage, his account focus shifted to amps, speakers and eventually turntables, with a heavy dose of jazz, resulting in a name change to @audioloveyyc to more accurately capture his account vibe. He currently has over 45K jazz and gear-head followers, many of whom have also become friends.
https://www.ecoustics.com/author/eric-pye/
https://www.instagram.com/audioloveyyc/About Jeremy Sikora:
Jeremy has always been a music lover, but his path into the vintage realm started with a gifted Technics SL-1700 Turntable which sat with a broken stylus until it was paired with Marantz 2245 and…