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UK Audio Show 2024 Show Report
Discovering many glorious new companies and equipment too!
UK Audio 2024 Show Report By Clive Meakins
UK Audio Show was very enjoyable, I came across companies and equipment that were new to me. There was innovative thinking in evidence too. I also very much enjoyed the Alphason technical session where the highly experienced Mike Knowles clearly was very on top of his subject. The Bob Harris sessions were a masterstroke, they combined a love of music with highly interesting tales from the music
industry. The UK Audio Show at the Staverton Park Hotel, Daventry, UK took place 5th and 6th of October 2023. The show was expertly organized by Chester Group who operate internationally and has been running the UK show since 1997, however, times are
a-changin'. Not long before the show it was announced that Stereonet – a sponsor of the show – will be taking over for next
year.
---> UK Audio Show 2024 Show Report At The Staverton Park
Hotel.
October
Audiophile / High-End Audio Review Magazine
Our October issue celebrates music, vacuum
tubes, vinyl LPs, and more! Roger Skoff asks the age-old question about
high-end sound or audiophile music. We have World Premiere reviews of the MACO
MACARIA open baffle loudspeaker, KBL Sound cable system, and PS Audio's
new Aspen FR5 stand-mounted monitor loudspeaker. Vacuum tube enthusiasts
will love reading Jules Coleman's review of Jadis' DA88S MkII integrated
amplifier, while vinyl LP lovers can learn more about the impressive
iSonic Cleaner 6.2-PRO Ultrasonic. As always, in the end what really matters is that you... enjoy the
music!
---> October High-Performance Audiophile / High-End Audio
Review Magazine.
This Weekend: Toronto Audiofest 2024 Show
The Toronto Audiofest
2024 show, held from October 18th
through 20th, is one of Canada's best luxurious premium high-technology home audio
and video showcases. The Toronto Audiofest is made available to audio companies who believe that supporting the audio industry and its community, including the many enthusiasts who come to attend shows, is important to the industry's development and overall
vitality. These shows represent the only way dealers and manufacturers can meet so many audio enthusiasts face-to-face in one place, people who have come to see, hear, and shop hundreds of brands and products in a festive, quality environment that can't be found anywhere else, and to share their findings with
others. The Toronto Audiofest 2024
event brings together hundreds of audio brands featuring top rated high-end audio and video
(audiophile and videophile) equipment from around the globe.
---> Toronto Audiofest 2024 Show
Information And Report.
The Catalog Of Legendary Band Pink Floyd Is Acquired By Sony
In a landmark move that has sent ripples through the music industry, Sony Music Entertainment has acquired the extensive catalog of the iconic rock band Pink Floyd for $400,000,000. Known for their groundbreaking albums and innovative soundscapes, Pink Floyd's discography, which includes classics like
The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall, represents a significant asset for Sony. This acquisition not only solidifies Sony’s position in the lucrative market of classic rock but also reflects a growing trend of major labels investing heavily in legendary music catalogs to capitalize on streaming revenue and nostalgic consumer
interest. The deal, worth hundreds of millions, underscores the enduring legacy of Pink Floyd and their continued influence on contemporary
music.
---> The Catalog Of Legendary Band Pink Floyd Is Acquired By Sony.
AES Show NY 2024 Starts
Today
The Audio Engineering Society (AES), a non-profit volunteer-based organization that is designed to inspire, educate, and promote the technology and practice of audio, annual New York show will take place from October 8th through 10th at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. According to the AES, "Step into a world of audio innovation and inspiration at AES Show 2024 NY, the flagship event of the Audio Engineering Society. This annual gathering unites over 10,000 audio professionals, enthusiasts, and exhibitors from around the globe. Whether
you're a seasoned expert, a novice, or a student, the AES Show provides a platform for collaboration, discovery, and
learning. Join us in this immersive experience where leading manufacturers showcase cutting-edge solutions, engineers demonstrate the latest products, and a diverse array of workshops, panels, demos, and training sessions cater to both researchers and practitioners," says the Audio Engineering
Society.
---> AES Show NY 2024 Starts Today.
Hi-Fi+ October 2024 High-End
Audio Magazine
Editorial: High-Performance Audio's Impressive Modernization
Linn Klimax Solo 800 Mono Amplifier
Avantgarde Acoustic Colibri C2 Loudspeaker
Döhmann Audio Helix Two Mk3 Turntable
T+A PSD 3100 HV DAC / Preamplifier
Luphonic H2 Vinyl LP Turntable
HiFi Rose RA289 Integrated Amplifier
Manley Oasis Phono Stage
Gryphon PowerZone 3 Power Conditioner
Crystal Cable Infinity Power Cord
...And Much More!
---> See Hi-Fi+'s
October 2024 Issue.
iSonic Cleaner 6.2-PRO Ultrasonic
Vinyl LP Cleaner Review
Ultrasonic deep cleaning and spin drying 10 LP
records in 30 minutes.
Review By Bob Grossman
The
iSonic Pro 6.2-PRO is the latest variation and upgraded record cleaner design
from a company that specializes in commercial ultrasonic cleaning machines. They
have styles and sizes for various products with personal and industrial
applications. The iSonic company has dozens of cleaner models for medical
applications, jewelry, and personal items used in the home. Jerry Fan of iSonic
said, "Over the past six years, we have made a lot of progress with cleaners
for audio systems." Jerry modestly told me he "doesn’t know too much about
anything else, but we do know about ultrasonic cleaners!" They started with
processing 5 to 10 records for cleaning only, then added the PRO accessory kit
for spin drying with an in-water filter two years ago. Those developments were
with the model P4875II+MVR10-PRO which was an upgrade to the early model
P4875II+MVR5 or MVR10....
--->
iSonic Cleaner 6.2-PRO Ultrasonic Vinyl LP Cleaner Review.
World Premiere Review!
PS Audio Aspen FR5 Loudspeaker Review
High-tech innovation and true-to-life sound.
Review By Ron Nagle
PS Audio was founded in 1973 and shipped its first products in 1974. The company
began life with audio designers Paul McGowan and Stan Warren, with Paul now at
the helm. While most may already know, for those unfamiliar, PS Audio is a
company specializing in high-end audiophile equipment and the sound recording
industry. It designs and ships audio amplifiers, preamplifiers, power-related
products, digital-to-analog converters (DAC), streaming audio devices, plus
music management software and cables. Each weighing 26.62 lbs, the PS Audio Aspen FR5 is a new
compact two-way stand-mounted loudspeaker. At $3500, it represents the least
expensive of the four speakers in their Aspen series.
--->
PS Audio Aspen FR5 Loudspeaker Review.
World Premiere Review!
KBL Sound EXtrema Interconnects, Himalaya Pro 2 Power Cables, And EXtrema Digital Cable Review
An awe-inspiring musical experience with extended frequencies and razor-sharp transients.
Review By Tom Lyle
As
a high-end audio equipment reviewer, I've heard many brands and types of
high-end audio cables. However, the sound quality of KBL Sound's
reference-quality cables, which included their EXtrema interconnects, Himalaya
Pro 2 power cables, and an EXtrema digital cable, differed significantly from
all the other audio cables I've heard or reviewed in the past. Their superior
sound quality was obviously due to their elaborate construction techniques and
materials used. For this review, I was sent two of KBL Sound's EXtrema interconnects, one terminated with RCAs and one terminated with XLRs. I was also sent three Himalaya Pro 2 power cables and one EXtrema digital cable. It's a shame I wasn't sent more KBL Sound cables to review.
--->
KBL Sound EXtrema Interconnects, Himalaya Pro 2 Power Cables, And EXtrema Digital Cable
Review.
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