hifi How does a vinyl record work? Loyal readers will have picked up by now that I believe that understanding the key principles underpinning broader knowledge is essential. It's not that I'm not pragmatic - I'm as
hifi Why Hifi Reviews Are Worthless! Ah, the hifi reviews. Stars. Pros and cons. So much data out there, so easy to make an informed decision. Do your research, make a short list, and either pull
hifi First Cartridge Upgrades Frequently I encounter people who have taken the plunge, and bought themselves a decent turntable to enjoy their growing vinyl collection. Some bought them this time last year, and are
Multiroom Sonos vs Yamaha MusicCast: Which is the best wireless home sound system? When I started in the industry, independently selected and controlled music in every room was the preserve of the very rich. I designed and built some incredible systems (including for
hifi SACD is not dead! Super Audio CD (SACD) was jointly launched by Sony and Phillips in 1999, with the promise of offering better quality sound than CD, and multi-channel audio. Although widely considered a
hifi Just say no! Why cheap turntables destroy your records One of the side-effects of the so-called "vinyl revival" is the proliferation of "budget" turntables from high street and online retailers. Brands such as Crosley, Steepletone,
hifi Hifi Demos: Blind or Sighted? One of my most frequently performed tasks, as the owner of a hifi shop, is to help people choose between different hifi components, or systems. In industry speak this is
hifi Phono Stages: What are they and why are they needed? There's a lot to say about phono stages, so I won't try to tackle it all at once. Today, we'll focus on the what and the why. In a subsequent
