Passion for Sound Podcast Lachlan Fennen & Chris Strom

Delve deep into the world of audiophile amplifiers as host Lachlan chats with Andrew, Alisa and Lutz from Sparkos Labs - renowned manufacturers of discrete op-amps and the Aries and Gemini headphone amplifiers. Unravel the enigmatic nuances of tube amplification, starting with the intriguing insights into the Gemini's tuning for the 6922 tubes and Andrew's personal favorite tubes for the amp.Discover the impact of bias settings on the amplifier's sound signature. Understand the intricacies of...

Why did Chris choose to pick-up Abyss headphones to distribute here in Australia?Why does Lachlan allow brands to give him products for free to review and how does that not cause bias? Or does it?Do brands demonstrate bias in who they give products to for reviews?Why is it that the reviews of expensive gear tend to be less critical?What's next for the Passion for Sound podcast?Support the Show.Thanks for listening!Be sure to check out Passion for Sound on YouTube: Passion for Sound - YouTube

🎧 Get ready to embark on an auditory adventure like never before! In this electrifying episode, we sit down with the dynamic duo, Geno & Sherri, from Geshelli Labs, as they take us deep into the realm of audio innovation. 🌟Discover the cutting-edge technology behind Geshelli Labs' new range of DACs, featuring the game-changing AKM AK4499EX DAC chip, and learn how they've harnessed its potential to deliver audio excellence that will redefine your listening experience. 🎶✨But that's not all ...

Chris and Lachlan discuss Chris' experience at the 2023 Munich High-End Show and what it told us about the future of audio and head-fi. You won't believe how big the show actually was!Also, Lachlan provides a sneak peak into some brand new and crazy content that he's planning for the YouTube channel.Support the Show.Thanks for listening!Be sure to check out Passion for Sound on YouTube: Passion for Sound - YouTube

In this thrilling installment, we dive headfirst into the world of audio shows, exploring the renowned Munich High End show and unraveling the reasons behind our growing boredom with these events.Join us as we candidly discuss our experiences, shedding light on why the excitement surrounding audio shows seems to be dwindling. From the repetitive exhibits to the lackluster presentations, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to understand why these once-thrilling events fail to captivate us ...

Chris & Lachlan discuss:Sealed vs ported vs transmission line speakers - what do we like most?What happens when I produce a negative reviewThe challenges and benefits of negative reviews Support the Show.Thanks for listening!Be sure to check out Passion for Sound on YouTube: Passion for Sound - YouTube