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HomeAuthorsJohn Richardson

Articles by John Richardson

Cables & Power

Darwin Cable Company “The Enlightenment” | REVIEW

May 8, 2022 John Richardson 0

Sometimes an audio company gets its name just right, whether intended or not. “Darwin,” in the case of the Darwin Cable Company, was adapted from the name of a much-loved dog. When I think of […]

Components

First Watt F8 Power Amplifier | REVIEW

April 10, 2022 John Richardson 2

The First Watt F8 is the latest amplifier design out the door of famed audio legend and designer Nelson Pass’ barn. I don’t know about you, but I get a bit excited whenever a new […]

Loudspeakers

Charney Maestro X Loudspeakers | REVIEW

February 18, 2022 John Richardson 1

Before we start with the Charney Maestro X, regular PTA readers may recall my fairly recent review of the Charney Maestro floor-standing loudspeaker. This was a neat little speaker, offering many of the advantages and […]

Components

ToolShed Amps Transcendence 300B Amplifier | REVIEW

January 28, 2022 John Richardson 7

I learned a long time ago (around 1992 or so, as I recall) that low-powered single-ended triode vacuum tubes, when properly utilized in an audio amplifier, can do some crazy magical things. That mind-bending experience […]

Components

BorderPatrol SE300B-EXD Stereo Power Amplifier | REVIEW

September 10, 2021 John Richardson 1

Gary Dews is one of those people who is welcome at my home any time. He’s a wonderful guest and great conversationalist, and he always shows up with an unexpected and welcome gift! I don’t […]

Loudspeakers

Charney Audio Maestro Loudspeakers | REVIEW

July 11, 2021 John Richardson 1

  From my first exposure to Charney Audio speakers at a Capital Audiofest a few years back, I’ve remained somewhat smitten with the possibilities that exist in the world of well-designed single-driver speakers. The single-driver […]

Components

Decware Zen Triode SE84UFO2 Power Amplifier | REVIEW

April 16, 2021 John Richardson 6

First, a disclaimer. I own this Decware Zen Triode amp and bought it for myself, so it’s not a typical “loaner” that we reviewers normally get to evaluate. Steve Deckert, Decware’s head guy, normally doesn’t […]

Loudspeakers

Living Voice IBX-R3 Loudspeakers | REVIEW

January 15, 2021 John Richardson 3

Here’s a little witticism for you all to ruminate upon before I dive into the Living Voice IBX-R3 (website) loudspeakers: “You can have it all, but just not at the same time.” My wife really […]

Components

BorderPatrol P21 EXD 300B Amplifier | REVIEW

November 6, 2020 John Richardson 2

This one is a bit of a convoluted story, let me tell ya. One sunny day in the early pre-COVID winter, Gary Dews, the head guy at BorderPatrol Audio (website), paid me a visit bearing gifts. […]

Components

McGary Audio SA2 Power Amplifier | REVIEW

July 31, 2020 John Richardson 4

When I first set eyes on the attractive McGary Audio SA2 vacuum tube amplifier, the first thought that entered my head was “stingray.” Anyone who has observed this sea creature will know immediately what I […]

Loudspeakers

LSA 20 Statement Loudspeakers | REVIEW

June 26, 2020 John Richardson 8

So here it is, my first audio review in the COVID-19 world, and it’s a real game-changer. I’ve been listening to a lot of music using the LSA 20 Statement loudspeakers (website), yet as much solace as […]

Loudspeakers

Raven Audio CeLest’ Speakers | REVIEW

March 1, 2020 John Richardson 4

In recent years, it seems that a number of audio manufacturers have made the decision to expand their product lines well beyond whatever it was that put them on the map in the first place. […]

Digital

Bricasti M12 Source Controller Platinum Edition | REVIEW

December 22, 2019 John Richardson 1

It’s good to be king, or so they say. For me, that’s precisely the vibe that exudes from the Bricasti M12 Platinum Edition Source Controller. With a name like that, this august device seems more than […]

Loudspeakers

Daedalus Audio Apollo Speakers | REVIEW

October 27, 2019 John Richardson 3

Sometimes the timing of an audio review seems inadvertently auspicious. Such is the case of my latest project: the Daedalus Audio Apollo full-range speakers. I’ve had these lovely wooden wonders here in my home for […]

Components

Sparkler Audio Spiral, Ether | Review

August 11, 2019 John Richardson 8

A Box of Sparklers My introduction to the wares of Sparkler Audio (website) was through the 2017 and 2018 Capital Audiofest shows. There, I’d made note of Sparker’s quirky Spiral compact disc player, which had […]

TotalDAC USB Gigafilter
Digital

TotalDAC USB Gigafilter | Review

August 4, 2019 John Richardson 2

Digital is dicey Looking at the totalDAC USB Gigafilter, you ask questions. Digital is supposed to be straightforward: ones and zeroes coded as “Hi” and “Lo” voltage signals, all marching forward in a straight line […]

Components

Vitus Audio RS101 and RL102 | Review

July 7, 2019 John Richardson 3

Looking at the Vitus Audio RS101 amplifier, or the matching Vitus Audio RL102 linestage (updates to the line that included the RS100 and RD100, which we reviewed a few years ago), it’s hard to dispute that […]

Analog

Gold Note Mediterraneo Turntable | Review

June 23, 2019 John Richardson 1

Wow! What is it about Italian audio gear? I have been recently blessed with a veritable feast for both the eyes and the ears …. Right at the tail-end of my time with the lovely Sonus […]

Loudspeakers

Amphion Argon 3S loudspeakers | Review

February 9, 2019 John Richardson 4

Better living through chemistry As a practicing chemist (or rather, “purveyor of chemical knowledge”), I’m quite keen on all things chemistry. My interest was piqued, therefore, several years ago when I first noticed the offerings […]

Components

Naim Uniti Atom All-In-One Audio System | Review

January 20, 2019 John Richardson 2

Introducing the Naim Uniti Atom “All in one, and one for all!” Wait, what? Ha! You’ve just been introduced to my new tagline for Naim Audio’s nifty combined audio system, the Uniti Atom. It’s an […]

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