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Fresh From the Bench: Earthworks M50 Omnidirectional Measurement Microphone

July 12, 2017 by Stuart Yaniger

Fresh From the Bench: Earthworks M50 Omnidirectional Measurement Microphone

Stuart Yaniger reviews the Earthworks M50 Omnidirectional Measurement Microphone. Earthworks, a well-regarded brand based in the US, manufactures the M series microphones, targeted at the middle of the market, and ranging in price from $500 to $1300 per microphone. The Earthworks M50 under review ($1299 retail price) is the top entry of the M series, which mainly differs in high-frequency cutoff between models. This article was originally published in audioXpress, July 2017.

Fresh From the Bench: CEntrance DACportable High-Resolution USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier

July 1, 2017 by Oliver A.Masciarotte

Fresh From the Bench: CEntrance DACportable High-Resolution USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier

In this Fresh From the Bench article, audioXpress reviews the CEntrance DACportable High Resolution USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier, which Oliver A. Masciarotte experimented with during several days. And to confirm Masciarotte’s positive impressions from this Chicago-based company, Stuart Yaniger does the full bench measurements of the CEntrance DACportable. This article was originally published in audioXpress, April 2017.

Kii Audio's Three: The Next Step in Loudspeaker Evolution

January 16, 2017 by Jan Didden

Kii Audio's Three: The Next Step in Loudspeaker Evolution

audioXpress January 2017 featured the much-anticipated review of the brand new Kii Three speakers from the company everyone’s watching, Kii Audio. “The Next Step in Loudspeaker Evolution,” as Jan Didden and Paul Wilke titled their review, examines whether the Kii Threes are effectively “the most advanced loudspeaker on the market today,” as is claimed by Kii Audio. Learn what they discovered in this definitive review, now available online here.

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Fresh from the Bench: KAB Electro Acoustics RSX-1 Remote Analog Switch

June 22, 2016 by Gary Galo

Fresh from the Bench: KAB Electro Acoustics RSX-1 Remote Analog Switch

In this article from audioXpress’ Test Bench, Gary Galo reviews the RSX-1 Remote Analog Switch from KAB Electro-Acoustics. This is an effective solution to run multiple different sound sources connected to a single-input preamp or integrated amplifier. Solving a well-known problem, the RSX-1 allows connecting two turntables or different line level sources without compromising our connections. This article was originally published in audioXpress, July 2014.

Fresh from the Bench: IsoAcoustics Aperta Speaker Stands

September 30, 2015 by Gary Galo

Fresh from the Bench: IsoAcoustics Aperta Speaker Stands

IsoAcoustics recently introduced Aperta, a new aesthetically pleasing and cost-effective line of aluminum acoustic isolation stands built with a unique, patented isolation technology that enables speakers to float in free space, resulting in clear uncolored sound. Read the full review by Gary Galo.

Fresh from the Bench: Benchmark AHB2 Stereo Power Amplifier

July 24, 2015 by Gary Galo

Fresh from the Bench: Benchmark AHB2 Stereo Power Amplifier

This in-depth review of the Benchmark AHB2 Stereo Power Amplifier, published in audioXpress April 2015, clearly explains why you should listen to this one. Designed in response to the needs of high-resolution audio sources, Gary Galo spent some time with it and explains all the reasons why he was impressed. Very impressed.

Fresh From the Bench: Focal’s Spirit Professional

June 9, 2015 by Miguel Marques

Fresh From the Bench: Focal’s Spirit Professional

In 2013, French speaker manufacturer Focal released its first headphones. Among the models intended for the hi-fi and consumer markets, Focal also introduced the Focal Spirit Professional, a closed-back headphone design built for the professional musician or recording studio engineer. This is the review.

Universal Audio Apollo Twin: Small Things Make a Big Difference

February 3, 2015 by Oliver A.Masciarotte

Universal Audio Apollo Twin: Small Things Make a Big Difference

The December 2014 edition of audioXpress featured a review of the Universal Audio Apollo Twin Thunderbolt-based audio interface. Oliver Masciarotte details how Universal Audio approached this design, leveraging the benefits of Thunderbolt technology and its own hardware-accelerated UAD Powered Plug-In architecture to implement a complete recording solution. Read the Complete Review.

Fresh From the Bench: elysia xfilter 500

December 27, 2013 by Miguel Marques

Fresh From the Bench: elysia xfilter 500

The elysia xfilter 500 is an active true stereo equalizer in a 500-series module format (VPR Alliance certified). Like the xpressor 500 and nvelope 500, it fills two slots on an API lunchbox or 500-series compatible rack. As of publication, the xfilter is also available as a stand-alone 19” rack unit with the same features and functions so this review is valid for both xfilter 500 versions.

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