HiFi News
Streaming Integrated Amplifiers: A List
A streaming integrated amplifier is a device that connects to your network via Ethernet or WiFi while also housing a DAC, preamplifier, and power amplifier all-in-one.
#NewMusicFriday
#NewMusicFriday: July 19, 2019
Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream.com columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.
Album of the Week
Album of the Week: Guts
90+ degree heat for days on end changes things. Like moods and the music we listen to.
HiFi Thoughts
Pet Peeves: We Don’t Own Downloads
Ownership has its privileges. When we own things, we can do anything we want with them—share, loan, sell, etc. Not so with downloads.
Art&Culture
Rock ‘n’ Roll Jewelry from The Great Frog
Do you wear jewelry? Do you like Rock ‘n’ Roll? If that’s 2x “Yes”, check out The Great Frog’s Rock ‘n’ Roll culture inspired rings.
HiFi Reviews
Review: Bluesound PULSE 2i Premium Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker
Big sound from a little box. Isn’t that everyone‘s dream?
In Barn for Review
In Barn: Linear Tube Audio Z10 Integrated Amplifier
Linear Tube Audio Z10 Integrated Amplifier ($4900.00 + $500 for optional MM/MC Phono Preamp).
HiFi Bargains
HiFi Bargains: ELAC Debut 2.0 B6.2 Bookshelf Speakers
I reviewed the ELAC Debut 2.0 B5.2 bookshelf speakers and said:
#NewMusicFriday
#NewMusicFriday: July 12, 2019
Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream.com columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.
Album of the Week
Album of the Week: Billie Marten
Feeding Seahorses By Hand, Billie Marten’s sophomore release, has been feeding my need for the quit and uncluttered. I’d imagine I’ve listened to it through-and-through damn-near every day since its release in April.
Art&Culture
Artists’ Books: Lin Zhipeng (No.223)
Lin Zhipeng’s, aka No.223, new photobook Flowers and Fruits is a feast for the eyes, passions, and soul(food).
HiFi News
Streaming DACs: A List
A streaming DAC is a device that connects to your network via Ethernet or WiFi while outputting an analog audio signal. It streams and it’s a DAC.
Music News
Björk Colored Cassettes!
Björk’s nine studio albums are now available as Colored Cassettes. Yeow!
HiFi Thoughts
Pet Peeves: Hi-Res Downloads
In many cases, choice is a good thing. When it comes to hi-res downloads and sample rates, choice, especially when there’s a premium attached, just bugs me.
HiFi Reviews
Audiophile Tweaks from Intona Technology and Sonore
I thought it would be fun to share some of the tweaks I have been using with my system that have come from Intona Technology and Sonore by Simple Design LLC. These products include the new Intona Technology USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Isolator Model 7055-B and […]