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Bookshelf vs Floorstanding Speakers vs the Room?

CAH — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:03:55 +0000

[Watch a short version of this article on YouTube above.] Audiophiles love a good debate (fight). Tubes vs solid state, digital vs vinyl, cables that “definitely” make a difference vs those that “absolutely” don’t. But perhaps one of the most enduring arguments is this: bookshelf speakers or floorstanders — which gives you the better listening […]

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Part II System Evolution and Component Reviews at Audio Resurgence

CAH — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 19:01:16 +0000

An Audiophile’s System Evolution – Component Reviews Part I.

CAH — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 17:18:52 +0000

I was looking through the photos on my iPhone the other day and realized there’s a lot of equipment I’ve brought in over the recent years with the intention of providing a full review, but, for one reason or another, just never got around to it. The photo summary also reminded me that I have […]

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HiFi Town Antique Audio – Vintage Audio Equipment Supplier In Virginia

CAH — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 18:28:51 +0000

History of Altec Lansing Loudspeakers and VOTT A7

CAH — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 19:21:11 +0000

The History of Quad – Loudspeakers and Electronics

CAH — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 18:34:04 +0000

The history of Quad loudspeakers is a story of innovation, craftsmanship, and dedication to achieving the ultimate listening experience. The company was founded in 1936 by Peter Walker, a British engineer and music lover, with the goal of creating speakers that would accurately reproduce the full range of sounds in music. In 1953, Quad introduced […]

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High Definition Audio / Hi-Res Downloads – follow up.

CAH — Wed, 14 May 2014 19:53:01 +0000

I came across an interesting article a while back in the old favorite ‘Hifi News’, a UK publication that I started reading way back in time. I’ve been experimenting some with high res downloads in various sampling rates and formats, and the article in HFN basically tells me that in a lot of cases the […]

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Amplifier Technology – What are the differences and which is right for your system?

CAH — Wed, 14 May 2014 19:12:24 +0000

Amplifier Technology – What are the differences and which is right for your system? If you generally buy your stereo system as a complete unit, perhaps from a local big-box store, then you might not be too concerned over what’s inside your boxes and how it all comes together. But if you’re the type of […]

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Conrad Johnson

CAH — Wed, 14 May 2014 19:07:47 +0000

Conrad Johnson – an American Classic High-end Audio Equipment Manufacturer When one thinks about ‘classic’ American high-end audio equipment manufacturers one automatically thinks about Conrad Johnson.There a particular sound or ‘voicing’ that one associates with American audio, it’s generally full, bloomy, delightful through the midrange and extended in the bottom end. It contrasts with the […]

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High Definition Audio Downloads

CAH — Wed, 14 May 2014 19:02:22 +0000

HD Tracks Review – High Definition Audio / Music Downloads Update on HD Tracks 2013 (January 7): I’m no longer recommending HD Tracks as a resource for downloading your high def music. Why? Because they’re unresponsive to any requests for tech support, billing and customer service. This appears to be another one of the many […]

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