The Gearhead

Pass Labs X150.8 Stereo Power Amplifier Speaking with my audio buddy about speaker driver linearity last night, I found myself asking a fundamental question that sprang to mind.We’re making spea…

PrimaLuna ProLogue Four Stereo Tube Power Amplifier Let’s talk about the difference between tubes at a bargain versus the no-holds-barred approach.The magic of tubes is real, and while it’…

Classe Delta CP-500 Stereo Preamplifier Over the years, it’s always been challenging to describe to people what a preamplifier does and why there would be a need for one.To most people, a power…

LSA Group LSA-1 Signature Bookshelf Speakers I like to directly compare my DIY speakers to some of the world’s best designs from time to time, just to take regular whacks at my ego. In my test r…

B&W ASW855 15" Powered Subwoofer Sometimes in life, we have to find things out the hard way. We all hope to have a perfect track record of learning from others’ mistakes or heeding the advice of…