Your weekend is here, your movie room is ready, and you have a great TV with Dolby Vision. This is going to be fun! But what is Dolby Vision? Think of it like this: normal movies use one light setting for the whole film. Dolby Vision is smarter. It changes the light, colors, and darkness…
When I first unboxed the Klipsch The Sixes, I thought I knew exactly what to expect: just another pair of retro-styled bookshelf speakers. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Within minutes of playing them, my living room was filled with a sound so powerful and immersive that it completely changed how I listened to music….
There’s an obvious trend towards simplification in the design of popular audio equipment today. On the outside, gear is becoming more minimalist and laconic, yet internally, it’s more complex than ever. The Polk Audio MagniFi 2 soundbar is a perfect example of this philosophy, a sleek bar designed to do much more than just improve…
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…
Patrick Koster has meticulously assembled an audio system that exemplifies power, precision, and pure sonic excellence. His setup, featuring top-tier components, delivers an awe-inspiring listening experience that any audiophile would admire. Patrick Koster Setup: Preamplifier:At the heart of Patrick’s system lies the Michi P5 preamplifier, an engineering masterpiece. Known for its ultra-low distortion and pristine…
In the ever-evolving world of high-fidelity audio, some enthusiasts take the road less traveled, curating personal and advantageous systems. Joshua Slone is one such audiophile, whose setup is a testament to meticulous selection, synergy, and an unwavering passion for sonic excellence. His system, carefully refined over time, seamlessly blends modern digital convenience with the warmth…
Musical Fidelity M6si Review: It feels like déjà vu: I first tested the Musical Fidelity M6si back in 2023. At the time, Anthony Michaelson, the then-owner of Musical Fidelity (who recently sold the company to Heinz Lichtenegger of Pro-Ject), personally delivered the amplifier with great pride. He confidently claimed that there wouldn’t be a better…
In the heart of Münster, Hendrik Kellermeyer, an accomplished professional in the digital realm, has curated a home audio system that masterfully combines cutting-edge technology with timeless acoustic brilliance. His setup offers an immersive experience tailored for both music enthusiasts and home cinema lovers. The Setup: The Listening Experience Hendrik’s system strikes a…
Audiolab 9000A: Audiolab’s classic amplifiers have been highly regarded since the early ’80s. In 1982, the debut model 8000A made a lot of noise in the Hi-Fi market and for a long time, became a reference in the segment of mid-budget components. It seems that after forty years, the company decided to repeat this trick, but climbing…
Hegel H590 Review: This number in advance: 300. Namely 300 watts. Sine. per channel. And at 8 ohms. The power output of the new Hegel H590 is unusually high and is easily 100 watts more than most of the other “big” integrated amplifiers in this class. With 300 watts at 8 ohms, Hegel’s new flagship…