PAT PILCHER reckons Samsung’s latest soundbar is perfect for cinematic explosions and pretty good on music, too.
Sound and Vision
Reviews and general editorial content about stereo hi-fi systems, multichannel home theatre systems, televisions, projectors and all things audio visual
Rangitoto R1 Hi-Fi Anti-Vibration Isolation Feet REVIEW
Can isolation feet make a measurable difference to the sound coming out of your system? RICHARD VAREY reviews a local product that makes the grand claim.
Soundkeeper Recordings: A Completely Different Way Of Capturing Music
RICHARD VAREY has been radicalised. Rejecting the fake floss of current pop recording methods, he discovers a sound recording genius whose work brings music alive.
Anthonie Tonnon: The Wicked Witchdoctor Q&A
Anthonie Tonnon’s is one of New Zealand’s most well-regarded singer-songwriters. In this long-form interview with GARY STEEL, he talks about his novel Rail Land tour and the ‘A Synthesized Universe’ Star Dome performances that bring him to the Auckland Festival.
T+A Takes The High-end Audio World By Stealth
Super high-end HV Series gear is on the way from T+A, the German company that makes competitors quake in their boots.
Finding Harmony At A Lower Pitch
RICHARD VAREY goes hands-on with the 432 EVO Standard music server and discovers a way to make music both pleasanter and healthier.
The Sounds (And A Few Sights) Of Japan
SIMON BROWN reflects on the Japanese high-end audio scene after experiencing the amazing Tokyo International Audio Show.
Cleaning Up The Sound With Amari
RICHARD VAREY gets his records spick and span with two new cleaning options.