Reviews

REVIEWS

Being a dealer gives me access to a far greater variety of gear than other enthusiasts. However, at the same time, having lived with so many very good products, it's all but impossible to put myself in the position of a real-world hobbyist who's mapping out a multi-source system on a finite budget. I can only reiterate my personal sentiments when it comes to the equipment which I have reviewed and give you my advice.

If you take away nothing more from this site just remember that..... spending the extra coin on a better unit today after you have made the decision you wish to own a premium world class product that sets you apart from the majority of the consumer led buying public will prove to be a stitch in time. Quality equipment will still be as desirable in many years as they are today and what's more it actually works out cheaper in the long run! Yes, a bold unequivocal statement but 100% true my friends, I can assure you.

See my section on Where Do I Start When Choosing Equipment? for why this is so. The advice you will receive on this website from my personal experience and my customers' buying habits that is totally free, can potentially save you tens of thousands of dollars over the span of your Hi-Fi buying lifetime if you pay attention.

All of the following reviews are of equipment that I have personally tested and used in my system at one time or another. It is provided merely as a guide only and for those who are interested in reading what I have to say about my personal experiences. It should not be taken as gospel. I recommend you audition each prospective purchase before you buy or be sure you know what you are doing. Failing this, always ask an expert who is experienced in each model and if it would suit your particular application first, not after you decide to buy. Remember you have to be the final judge, nobody else.

Power-Amplifiers

Audio Research VT100 Mk.III

Audio Research REFERENCE 110

Audio Research VT200 Mk.I

Audio Research HD220

VTL MB-750 Reference Series NEW

Pre-Amplifiers