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The Pass Labs XP-32 is a reference level, three chassis stereo preamp.

Pass Labs XP-32 Preamplifier Reviewed

Reading Time: 9 minutesI have been aware of Nelson Pass and his work in the audiophile world for a very long time. In fact, it stretches all the way back to my high school years, before Pass Labs was even a thing. My initial exposure was to his aftermarket car audio amplifier designs for SoundStream and ADCOM. Both Read More »



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Dali IO-8 Headphones on a stand in our publisher's temporary office.

Dali IO-8 Wireless Over-the-Ear Headphones Reviewed

Reading Time: 8 minutesThe product category of higher-end wireless over-the-ear headphones is one near and dear to my heart. After selling HomeTheaterReview.com and AudiophileReview.com in late 2019, I was looking for some new challenges in my career, so my partner and I looked into what it would take to design and manufacture a truly luxurious set of headphones, Read More »


The Klipsch RP600 MK2 speakers installed in Nasim's home.

Klipsch RP-600M II Bookshelf Speakers Reviewed

Reading Time: 9 minutesWhen discussing iconic American speaker brands, Klipsch stands tall with its distinctive design philosophy and instantly recognizable aesthetic. The Klipsch Reference Premiere series has long been the sweet spot in their lineup, offering much of the company’s celebrated technology and sound signature at accessible price points. The Klipsch RP-600M II, the latest iteration of their Read More »


The T+A Caurso installed in one slick-looking office in Manhattan.

T+A Caruso All-in-One Audiophile System Reviewed

Reading Time: 9 minutesIt was old-time rocker (and reportedly very good golfer) Huey Lewis who once sang “(it’s) hip to be square.” The T+A Caruso all-in-one system takes his musical inspiration to the audiophile world. This German-designed, physically square audiophile system is designed to bring the listener resolved, dynamic sound in spaces where a traditional stereo system just Read More »


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U-turn Audio Orbit Plus in neon green

The Best Value Audiophile Gear of 2025

Reading Time: 14 minutesWithout exception, when I talk with a younger audiophile about the hobby and what is important to them, I will hear some repeating themes, such as headphones (we will make a list just for headphones next), HD streaming, sometimes vinyl, but always at the top of their list is value. While much of the audiophile industry focuses Read More »



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Getting some support at a local Best Buy.

How To Get Better Customer Support for Your Audiophile Gear

Reading Time: 13 minutesFew things in this world bring the feeling of dread in the way that having to contact customer support can. But as a person who has spent close to 10 years of their career working in technical support (all the way from answering the phones to resolving the most complicated issues and managing large teams Read More »

GoldenEar's new T44 speaker in Santa Barbara Red

GoldenEar Launches T44 Speaker For Just Under $5,000 a Pair

Reading Time: 3 minutesGoldenEar just announced the T44 – the newest addition to its T Series loudspeakers. This compact floorstanding speaker blends GoldenEar’s signature acoustic innovations with a downsized, décor-friendly footprint inspired by the award-winning T66. The T44 delivers expansive sound, lifelike imaging and deep, articulate bass – all in a form that’s easier to place, but just Read More »

Collecting music might not mean the same thing that it did for Xers and Boomers but finding musical common ground is key to finding new people for the hobby.

Reaching Younger Audiophiles with Music That They Relate To (and You Don’t Hate) 

Reading Time: 7 minutesBesides the ugly name, the biggest problem for the audiophile hobby is making it more inclusive for a younger, more diverse group of buyers. This is basically a summary of the FutureAudiophile.com Mission Statement. For far too long, the audiophile hobby has been a fully male-dominated group that is filled with dudes listening to music alone Read More »

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