The Absolute Sound Podcast

Absolute Sound viewers should be no stranger to turntables from Technics, which have dominated the market space since their reintroduction to listeners 10 years ago. We’ve reviewed many of their offerings on this channel, including the recently introduced SL-1300G which used the company’s next generation Delta-Sigma drive technology.

Well, now Technics have carried this evolution down to their more entry level designs and updated the SL-1500C to the SL-1500CS. Can this reasonably-priced direct-drive table throw down with its more lauded older siblings? Stay tuned to find out.

This video is sponsored by: https://gttaudio.com/

Micheal's 1300G Review: https://youtu.be/r1-jxRebLRU?si=g0EAyTIU3To_MC9b

00:00 SL-1500CS

01:28 Overview

02:07 Specs & Design

04:53 Set Up

05:53 Sound Quality

11:41 Phono Preamp

14:28 Summary

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The KEF Coda W promises audiophile-grade sound from a speaker designed to be subtle, chic, but engaging — tailored for an office, dorm room, or small living space, but does it actually deliver? John Quain reports...

00:00 KEF Coda W

01:02 Overview

02:04 Specs & Design

04:53 Sound Quality

09:45 App & Remote Control

10:23 Summary

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In this video, Robert Taylor dives into the world of music servers, focusing on the DeJitter it NUC-X server, priced at $8,000. He breaks down its technical enhancements, including a custom power supply and the removal of Bluetooth/Wi-Fi for superior audio performance. Robert also compared it to a standard Intel NUC, showcasing the remarkable improvements in sound clarity and bass definition. Plus, he reviews the DeJitter it Switch-X and discusses how high-quality networking equipment can elevate your audio experience.

This video is sponsored by: HiFiMAN

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What Is The Absolute Sound?

The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since 1972. Since the early 2000s, The Absolute Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube, and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.

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00:00 Audio Solutions Vantage M

01:33 Specs & Design

04:50 Sound Quality

14:00 Comparisons

15:54 Character

This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/collections/matrix-audio

Alexx V Review: https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/wilson-audio-alexx-v-loudspeaker/

When putting together a hi fi system, we tend to obsess over the active components. We spend hours agonizing over amplifier topologies or DAC chips, but we often treat the literal foundation of our systems as an afterthought. So settle in while I share some thoughts on a piece of equipment that quietly supports this entire endeavor: The Quadraspire SV3T performance Hi-Fi rack.

00:00 Quadraspire Equipment Rack

00:56 Overview

01:46 Specs & Design

03:26 Customizability

04:24 Is it for you?

This video is sponsored by: https://rel.net/

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What Is The Absolute Sound?

The Absolute Sound magazine has been a leading publication in high-end audio since 1972. Since the early 2000s, The Absolute Sound has expanded to include web, newsletter, digital magazine, social media, YouTube, and Substack platforms. The Absolute Sound platforms have a global audience of over 500,000 audiophiles.

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