Singapore 2023
HiEnd Asia 2023, Part 3 | Singapore 2023
For Part 1 of Richard Mak’s coverage of HiEnd Asia 2023, click here. For Part 2, click here. The Newest Debut at HiEnd Asia 2023 – Wilson Sasha V These were so new at HiEnd […]
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Singapore 2023
HiEnd Asia 2023, Part 1 | Singapore 2023
It is with a heavy heart that I am writing this HiEnd Asia 2023 show report in the wake of the recent atrocities that have taken place in Israel and Gaza. Regardless of one’s position […]
Announcements
AnalogMagik Now Distributed in US by Monarch | Announcements
AnalogMagik has become the preferred turntable set-up software tool for most of us at Part-Time Audiophile, and that’s not just because Richard H. Mak is on our editorial staff! Now that Monarch Systems is handling […]
Singapore 2022
Sound & Sight Exhibition, Pt. 4 | Singapore 2022
Alright, drum roll. Here comes my favorite sounding room of the entire International Sound & Sight Exhibition in Singapore. The Børresen Acoustics loudspeakers, powered by Aavik electronics and Ansuz switch and Ansuz cables. Before we […]
Singapore 2022
International Sound & Sight Exhibition Pt. 2 | Singapore 2022
Highly anticipated at the International Sound & Sight Exhibition in Singapore is the all new Peak Loudspeaker, which debuted for the first time in Asia. Peak Loudspeaker, or formerly known as Peak Consult, had two […]
Analog
Brinkmann Edison Mk. II Phono Preamplifier | REVIEW
I hate being one of those high-end reviewers who hold onto gear forever, stretching the process out over months and months, waiting for other products to show up, working out whatever issues come up, and […]
Analog
ZYX Ultimate Airy X Cartridge | REVIEW
The first time I listened to the ZYX Ultimate Airy X cartridge it instantly reminded me of Scot Hull’s wife, Julia. I know that sounds strange, and even Scot’s probably thinking “WTF, Marc?” right about […]
Analog
Vertere Acoustics MG-1 Turntable and SG-1 Tonearm | REVIEW
Between a worldwide pandemic, the death of reason and civility, and accidentally scratching my favorite Stones’ Sticky Fingers import pressing, I had a serious case of the blues. When I found out Norm Steinke of […]
Analog
Ana Mighty Sound, Great Cartridge Maker and Rebuilder | REVIEW
Before I even bring up Ana Mighty Sound (website), let me state that I abhor rebuilt cartridges. They are to me, unholy, defiled, inferior, and more often than not, a far cry from the real […]
Music
The Music List: Is It Really Necessary? | The Vinyl Anachronist
A few weeks ago, I found myself editing an equipment review and I got to that section. You know the section, the one where the reviewer gathers up copious notes on the music used during […]
Components
Vinnie Rossi L2i Integrated Amplifier | REVIEW
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the last couple of years, you’re probably aware that Vinnie Rossi has been shaking up the world of high-end audio shows with his tremendous L2 amplification line. […]
Audio-Life
The Voice That Is! Presents Vertere Acoustics
Dealer events and audiophile society meetings can be tricky when they’re held in hotel conference rooms–I know because I did my share of them over the last few years. These rooms tend to be big, […]