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VPI Industries debuts Vanquish, along with KEF, Krell, and NORDOST | CAF 2019

November 1, 2019 // 3 Comments

WASHINGTON D.C. (PTA) — The most exciting way to kick-off the Capital Audiofest 2019 weekend, and subsequently conclude the VPI 40th Anniversary Celebration Year, is [...]

The World of KEF | High End 2019

May 23, 2019 // 3 Comments

So far in my show reports from High End 2019 I’ve used the word ubiquitous at least twice. No brand in high-end audio currently fits that adjective more than KEF, [...]

Here I Go! | High End 2019

May 8, 2019 // 2 Comments

I’m heading out today to High End Munich 2019, the biggest hi-fi show on earth. I’m an old veteran of what used to be the biggest hi-fi show on earth, the [...]

KEF, Hegel, Straightwire | AXPONA 2019

April 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

CHICAGO (PTA) — KEF teamed up with Hegel and Straightwire to present an almost Broadway musical like showcase of KEF’s most advanced products. From the new LSX and [...]

CAF 2018: KEF Reference 1 and a Saturday Morning Wake-Up Call

November 29, 2018 // 1 Comment

“We’re going to start off Saturday morning with some RAWK!” Mornings at high-end audio shows, at least the first hour or so, are usually dedicated to quieter music. The [...]

The Part-Time Audiophile guide to the best hi-fi gear of 2017

December 25, 2017 // 20 Comments

Picking the best audio component of the year is kind of like pondering your ultimate list of girls to ask to the high school prom. There are many very attractive choices, but [...]

RMAF 2017: Getting audiophile sound on a budget

November 2, 2017 // 3 Comments

In a hobby where dropping a hundred grand for a system is common, what can you get these days for, say, $1,500 USD? An interconnect, maybe? A cartridge? Tax? Well, how about [...]

Review: Living in the future with KEF LS50 Wireless + Roon + Shinola Runwell

October 28, 2017 // 7 Comments

KEF LS50 Wireless loudspeakers, Shinola Runwell turntable, Roon Labs, TIDAL and Spotify -- all in one system. [...]

LA Audio Show 2017: Wyred 4 Sound, KEF offer attainable sonic bliss

July 28, 2017 // 2 Comments

In the retail trade, products by Michael Kors and Kate Spade are considered “affordable luxury.” They offer a taste of opulence, but with prices significantly below [...]

AXPONA 2017: Music From Another Room, Part 3

June 11, 2017 // 2 Comments

A photojournal by Eric Franklin Shook You can’t just say “It’s awesome, buy it.” Eliciting a gut reaction of confidence in consumers who speak your name in [...]