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The phrase “newer is better” doesn’t always apply to sound quality. Paul Rigby, the author of The Vinyl Factory, decided to put together a list of speakers with the most immortal design and sound. Modern manufacturers have gradually begun to show boldness in design, but still, over the last couple of years, the market has…
Are you planning to get new speakers or headphones but aren’t sure how to test them? It’s easy, just play one of these tracks and listen closely to all the details. You might know some songs, while others could be new to you, but they will all reveal the character and mood of the acoustics…
Amplifier technology has improved over the past 100+ years, creating many famous models that are now classics in the audio world. Some of these amplifiers are over 50 years old, yet they still sound better than many modern ones. Because of this, audio lovers still highly prize them. This list highlights the “Magnificent Nine” vintage…
One category of people first of all acquires an acoustics, then an amplifier for it, while others start with an amplifier. But in the end, after all, the acoustic system, together with the room where it is installed, produces sound, and the role of the amplifier is to fully reveal the acoustics to which it…
Pylon Audio Jade 20 Speaker: Retro comes in different forms. With one you want to live even longer than you have already lived, with the other you want to part with as quickly as possible and get yourself an older, better retro. A newer one is also possible – the main thing is that it…
Companies can follow different strategies when expanding their product range. You can completely relaunch all the lines; you can release flagships over and over again that become faster, higher and stronger than the previous ones, or you can, already having a top model and something simpler, fill the gaps between them. At Penaudio, the flagship…
Vinyl record enthusiasts understand the unique pleasure of flipping through their collection and selecting the perfect album to spin. However, as collections grow, so does the challenge of keeping them organized and visually appealing. This comprehensive guide will explore expert tips and tricks to transform your vinyl collection into a well-organized and visually stunning showcase….
Oversampling is the use of a sampling frequency higher than 44.1 kHz. There are many myths surrounding this concept! Is 96 better than 44.1? Or maybe 192 at once? Some claim to hear the difference, others work in 44.1 and don’t care. So what is oversampling really for? When is it justified? Let’s figure it…
High fidelity, by definition, is the ability to reproduce music played by musicians in the most realistic way possible. It’s being able to put on your favorite music, close your eyes, and let yourself be transported by the music as if it were being played in front of you, in your home. High fidelity is…
For most people, a stereo or home theater system consists of a receiver into which audio and video sources are connected, paired with a set of speakers. But if you’re interested in high-fidelity audio, you may know that other possible configurations can provide an enhanced listening experience. Indeed, rather than relying on what is called an…
