The Absolute Sound Podcast

The Absolute Sound is the world’s preeminent source of expert reviews, features, and commentary on high-performance audio and music. Since 1973, TAS has set the standard for quality audio and music journalism, helping to shape the industry and guiding audio enthusiasts and music lovers to components and recordings that faithfully reproduce the sounds one might hear in a good concert hall.The Absolute Sound is a monthly print and digital magazine, an online destination for those interested in better sound, and a community of audiophiles and music lovers.For a Brief History of The Absolute Sound:https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/fifty-years-of-the-absolute-sound/Sign up for our weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/iPNIR2Subscribe to our monthly magazine: https://theabsolutesound.secure.darwin.cx/J200BNRA

The Absolute Sound Podcast is a technology podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 356 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  YG Sonja 3.2 Speaker Review

  Aug 16, 202626 min

  YG Acoustics is a long-established manufacturer of high-end loudspeakers. They are based in Denver, Colorado, but have their research hub in Cambridge, England. Dr. Matthew Webster, their CEO and head of research, has a PhD in Astrophysics and specializes in computational modeling of mechanical and electrical systems. I was curious to see the results of this approach, which for this review is embodied in the Sonja 3.2 floorstanding speakers. Let’s take a closer look. This video is sponsored by: https://advanceparisusa.com/ 00:00 YG Sonja 3.2 01:27 Overview 02:14 Product Description 07:08 Sound Quality 20:23 Character 24:37 Summary

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  PSB iQ2 Streaming Powered Speaker Review

  Aug 14, 202613 min

  In this video, John Quain reviews the PSB iQ2 streaming-powered speakers, showcasing their remarkable sound quality and innovative design. With the ability to deliver deep bass through DSP, wireless connectivity, and built-in amplification, these speakers are engineered for an exceptional audio experience. Featuring a four-inch woofer and a three-quarter-inch tweeter, they provide a wide soundstage and dynamic range, making them perfect for a wide range of music genres, from classical to prog rock. Join him as he explores their performance and versatility. 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. Intro/Outro Music: Backed Vibes Clean - Rollin at 5 by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ #hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound Copyright 2026, Nextscreen LLC, all rights reserved

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  New Unison Research Amp & Preamp Review

  Aug 7, 202622 min

  Unison research had made a bit of a name for themselves in recent years, launching attainable and high value tube hybrid integrated amplifiers under the Unico moniker, all manufactured at their factory in Treviso, Italy. Earlier this year, Unison Research launched all new flagship products in their Unico line with the Unico Pre V2 and Unico DM v2 separates. Priced at $7,500 and $11,000 respectively. Do these expensive separate successfully scale Unico value proposition to the high end market? Let's find out. This video is sponsored by: https://fidelityimports.com/collections/perlisten-audio 00:00 New Unison Research Amp & Preamp 01:46 Overview 02:42 Unico Pre V2 07:14 Unico V2 Power Amp 10:06 Sound Quality 17:32 Phono Preamp & DAC 19:22 Is it for you? 20:51 Summary

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  Coastal Source EB2650 Speaker System Review

  Aug 5, 202615 min

  When a non-audiophile tells a member of the tribe that they "really ought to get out more," they usually don't mean the subject for this video: Coastal Source EB2650 Speaker System. A loudspeaker designed for use out-of-doors. This video is sponsored by: https://gttaudio.com/ 00:00 Coastal Source EB2650 01:49 Overview 04:16 Specs & Design 10:19 Sound Quality 13:36 Summary

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  Opera Quinta V2 Loudspeaker Review

  Jul 31, 202612 min

  In this video, we review the Opera Quinta V2 speakers, showcasing their impressive evolution from the original Quinta. With a redesigned cabinet to minimize standing waves, increased sensitivity for easier amplifier driving, and premium materials like rosewood and leather-like finishes, these speakers are built for performance. The three-way design features custom drivers and a well-engineered crossover, delivering exceptional sound quality, imaging, and bass control for a truly dynamic audio experience. 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. Intro/Outro Music: Backed Vibes Clean - Rollin at 5 by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ #hifi #audiophile #theabsolutesound Copyright 2026, Nextscreen LLC, all rights reserved

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