Getting started in vinyl playback – advice from an industry pro.

Getting started in vinyl playback – advice from an industry pro.

The turntable ! Yes, you are going to need a turntable… There are probably three kinds of turntables out there – 1) New turntables of quality, probably starting at around $500. 2) New turntables of poor quality starting at around $50 and rising in cost to around $500. 3) Used turntables from the heyday of ..

10 hot demo tracks that are NOT audiophile recordings.

10 hot demo tracks that are NOT audiophile recordings.

It’s a shame that some of the best music ever made is not particularly well recorded. On the other hand, some of the worst music ever made is exceptionally well recorded. I’m thinking of the likes of Linn Records, Naim Records, Reference Recordings etc. You know, ‘Audiophile recordings’, the ones where the technical standards are ..

MELCO Audio joins the HiFi Collective.

MELCO Audio joins the HiFi Collective.

The HiFi Collective has secured another award winning brand to add to their portfolio of premium audio manufacturers. Gareth from HiFi Collective said “We’re proud to welcome MELCO to our family of brands in Australia”. When asked about the Melco range of components he responded “MELCO specialises in audiophile-grade network music servers and accessories, perfectly ..

Exposure 2510 – What’s inside counts.

Exposure 2510 – What’s inside counts.

Rating: 92.0%

The Exposure 2510 integrated amp is a fine example of an outstanding all-rounder. It scores high marks in all categories. Highly recommended!

Falcon LS3/5A Gold Badge. Is it Gold?

Falcon LS3/5A Gold Badge. Is it Gold?

Rating: 89.7%

There is a lot to love here. For those who primarily listen to smaller scale works and place a high importance on vocal range naturalness and an ability for that voice to hang accurately in space – a must audition!

Speaker stands and volcanic dust?

Speaker stands and volcanic dust?

Rating: 87.7%

These stands performed well in all categories. A function-over-form design built from quality materials. ‘Inert Filler’ is the finishing touch though. It allows these stands to improve your loudspeakers sound quality