Frequently asked questions about general hi-fi stuff including various types of equipment, technical concepts and advice for getting the best results.
Yes, we offer pre and post-purchase hi-fi equipment inspections, cartridge inspections and more. An equipment inspection and condition report is an objective assessment containing factual information about the condition of a piece of equipment. People engage us to write these reports because they trust my expertise and ability to assess the details others miss when claiming insurance, […]
What new technology? Modern analog gear uses the same classic circuits, but often with lower-quality parts and construction. There is very little ‘new technology’ in analog audio. Most analog electronic circuit designs date back to the earliest days of tubes and transistors. Even things like class-D and class-T amps are not new, nor are they
Of course, but are you honestly surprised? Ask owners of newer gear how they feel about their expensive “superior modern equipment” that often dies just outside of warranty and is then deemed non-viable to repair. Read the reviews. Every new piece of gear sounds “significantly better” than the one preceding it, right? OK, so how
