Aesthetix ABCD-1 Cartridge Demagnifier:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"...the ABCD-1 will restore tone colors and soundstage clarity."

Aesthetix Atlas:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… it's resolution, timing, and imaging are beyond reproach."

Stereophile:
www.stereophile.com/solidpoweramps/aesthetix_atlas_power_amplifier/index.html
Wes Phillips, January 15, 2010
“It's one of the really great amplifiers I've had in my system…”

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/review/aesthetix-atlas
“… it remains the best we've heard at this price level or anywhere near it.”

Aesthetix Calypso:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… extremely good dynamics and dynamic nuance." 

Stereophile:
www.stereophile.com/tubepreamps/705aesthetix/index.html
Michael Fremer, July 24, 2005
“The Aesthetix Saturn Calypso was one of the most enjoyable, musically satisfying preamplifiers I have had the pleasure of reviewing.”
www.stereophile.com/content/aesthetix-saturn-calypso-line-preamplifier-wes-phillips-july-2010
Wes Phillips, July, 2010
“If you've got the money, Aesthetix Audio's Saturn Calypso Signature is a wonderful preamplifier that justifies its price.”

10 Audio:
www.10audio.com/aesthetix_calypso-sig_atlas.htm
March, 2011

New Audio News and Reviews:
newaudiosociety.com/equipment-reviews/amp-reviews/17-aesthetix-calypso-preamp.html
Carl Hruza, March 4, 2012
“The Aesthetix Calypso really is an amazing preamp…”

HiFi Unlimited:
hifi-unlimited.blogspot.com/2012/06/musical-calypso-aesthetix-calypso-pre.html
Big E, June 4, 2012

Aesthetix Calypso Signature:

Aesthetix Io Eclipse:

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/review/aesthetix-io-eclipse
“…the Aesthetix Io Eclipse is unarguably a must-listen product.”

Hi-Fi News:
www.hifinews.co.uk/news/article/aesthetix-io-eclipse-pound;16700/9345
2011
“… the Io Eclipse can claim to be one of the finest phono stages money can buy.”

Aesthetix Rhea:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… transient quickness and speed…"

Stereophile:
www.stereophile.com/content/aesthetix-rhea-phono-preamplifier-michael-fremer-june-2005
Michael Fremer, June, 2005
“The superbly designed and built Aesthetix Rhea represents one of the best values in phono preamps now available.”

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/tas-196-aesthetix-rhea-signature-phonostage-1/
Robert Harley, October 20, 2009

Aesthetix Rhea Signature:

Aesthetix Romulus:

The Audio Forums:
http://theaudioforumswebzine.com/?page_id=187
Brian Scherzer
“The Aesthetix Romulus is my new reference digital source and I give it the highest possible recommendation!”

Element Acoustics:
www.element-acoustics.ca/audio_visits.php?aid=35
“It brings out every tiny details in the music, and offer the purest and organic foam of analog sound.“

The Audio Beat:
www.theaudiobeat.com/rmaf2010/rmaf2010_hp_aesthetix_romulus.htm
2010

Analogue Productions - Thge Ultimate Analogue Test LP:

Benz Micro ACE S:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… wide-open midrange, plenty of definition and air around instruments and voices, and tight, clean bass."

Stereophile (ACE SL):
www.stereophile.com/content/2012-recommended-components-turntables-tonearms-cartridges-etc
2012

The Absolute Sound (ACE L):
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/rega-p5-turntable-rega-exact-benz-micro-ace-l-phono-cartridges/
Jim Hannon, November 10, 2008
“For today's analog enthusiasts, I think the ACE offers one of the best-balanced combinations of musicality and audiophile virtues that $550 can buy.”

Positive Feedback (ACE H):
www.positive-feedback.com/Issue31/benz.htm
Adam Goldfine
“In comparison to other electronic transducers this cartridge it was easy to conclude that the ACE H is an excellent performer and on a par with much more expensive units.”

Benz Micro Ebony TR:

Dagogo:
www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?hArticle=135
Jack Robert, June, 2008
“… the Ebony TR moves the bar in how lifelike a phono cartridge can reproduce recorded music.”

Benz Micro Glider S:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… superlative tonal balance…" 

The Absolute Sound (SM):
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/tested-benz-micro-glider-sm-phono-cartridge/
Neil Gader, April 10, 2009
“… for those searching for the business end of a playback system that's as musically expressive as it is honest, the Glider will set your system soaring.”

Hifi Zine:
www.hifizine.com/2011/03/benz-micro-glider-sl-cartridge/
Peter D'Amario, March, 2011
“The Glider provides me with a level playing field, a white canvas onto which colors and shapes appear naturally.”

Benz Micro Gullwing SLR:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… stunning- sounding moving coil cartridge… sounds more produced that reproduced."

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/benz-micro-slr-gullwing-denon-dl-103-lyra-delos-ortofon-mc-rondo-red-tas-206-1/
Wayne Garcia, September 14, 2010
“… this is one sweet cartridge, as you'll hear from the moment it touches down into your favorite grooves.”

Audiophile Audition:
http://audaud.com/2010/05/benz-micro-gullwing-slr-moving-coil-phono-cartridge/
Brian Bloom, May 22, 2010
“… if you are wondering whether there is any reason or benefit to going above the $1500 range for a cartridge the answer is: 'absolutely.' Highly recommended.”

AV Guide (SM):
www.avguide.com/review/benz-micro-slr-gullwing-mc-phono-cartridge-hi-fi-79
Alan Sircom, August 23, 2011
“It's so transparent and naturally balanced, you go right back to your record collection and start again.”

Benz Micro LP S:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"… very high-resolution, very low-noise MC with a remarkably sweet and lifelike treble."

6 Moons:
www.6moons.com/audioreviews/benz/1.html
Steve Marsh, January, 2011
“The Benz LP-S cartridge was such a revelation that I cannot resist buying one.”

Hi-Fi News:
www.hifinews.co.uk/news/article/benz-micro-mc-lp-s-pound;2490/9606
Steve Harris and Paul Miller, August, 2009
“Neutral and delightfully revealing of detail, the Benz LP-S sounds really dynamic and has great stereo imaging abilities, and it does all this with a refinement and sheer beauty of sound that is rare at any price.”

10 Audio:
www.10audio.com/benz_lp_tri-planar_vii.htm
April 2008
“… the Benz-Micro LP is a thoroughly outstanding phono cartridge with a high resolution, consistent sound that honors all music.”

Benz Micro Ref S:

The Vinyl Anachronist:
http://thevinylanachronist.blogspot.com/2010/02/benz-micro-ref-3-cartridge.html
February 8, 2010
“… if you're looking for a cartridge that will inject a little excitement into a fairly dull-sounding analog rig, the Ref 3 is it.”

Clearaudio Balance Plus:

Hi-Fi World:
www.hi-fiworld.co.uk/index.php/letters/455-april-2012-issue.html?start=2
April 2012
“Incredibly quiet and with full balanced ins and outs…”

Clearaudio Balance Reference:

Cool Gales:
www.coolgales.com/store/cart.php?target=product&product_id=52&substring
“Quite simply, the Clearaudio Balanced Reference is one of the very best phono stages we've ever heard.”

Clearaudio Basic Plus:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"The Basic Plus is everything a modestly priced phonostage should be."

Dagogo:
www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?hArticle=655
Gary Lea, January, 2010
“If you are in need of a phono stage that can handle most anything you throw at it, don't want something overly fussy and want to listen to the music that can be extracted from your vinyl and not listen to the extractor, then seek out the Clearaudio Basic Plus…”

AV Guide:
www.avguide.com/review/the-2011-editors-choice-awards-phonostages-tas-211
The Absolute Sound Staff, March, 2011
“The Basic Plus is everything a modestly priced phonostage should be.“

Clearaudio Concept MC:

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/news/clearaudio-introduces-concept-mc-cartridge
December 2, 2010

Clearaudio Concept:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"For sheer musical engagement and superb speed stability, it's the one to beat in this price range."

Stereophile:
www.stereophile.com/content/clearaudio-concept-record-player
Michael Fremer, June 28, 2011
“Clearaudio's plug'n'play Concept turntable-tonearm-cartridge combo is exceptionally attractive, easy to set up and use, and seems better built than its price would suggest.”
www.stereophile.com/content/erick-lichte-august-2012
Erick Lichte, August, 2012
“The Clearaudio Concept is a winner. It offers great build quality, plug'n'play ease, and is fully upgradable. But even in one of its basic packages, it offers superior performance for the price.”

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/clearaudio-concept-pro-ject-rm-92-and-thorens-td-160-tas-206-1/
Wayne Garcia, December 6, 2010
“Clearaudio's new Concept turntable and cartridge combo offers a hugely rewarding analog experience at a very attractive price.”

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/Review/Clearaudio-Concept/
“A thoroughly sorted, easy-to-own package with tremendous sound.”

Audiophilia:
www.audiophilia.com/wp/?p=4835
Anthony Kershaw, November 7, 2010
“… buy with confidence. Very highly recommended.”

Vivoscene:
http://vivoscene.com/feature/clearaudio-concept-turntable-review/
Audio News & Reviews, Janurary 8, 2011

HiFi Unlimited:
http://hifi-unlimited.blogspot.com/2010/08/loving-music-clearaudio-concept.html
Big E, August 4, 2010
“The beauty of the Clearaudio Concept package is that the overall sound and performance is so very complete and convincing…”

Tone Publications:
www.tonepublications.com/blog/the-clearaudio-concept-turntable/
July 19, 2010
www.tonepublications.com/review/fantastic-value-from-clearaudio/
Jeff Dorgay

Clearaudio Concerto:

The Road To Nirvana:
http://roadtonirvana.net/reviews/Clearaudio-Concerto.html

Clearaudio da Vinci V2:

Enjoy the Music:
http://www.enjoythemusic.com/superioraudio/equipment/0413/clearaudio_davinci_v2_mc.htm
Dick Olsher, April, 2013
"Rock solid, transparent, and capable of creating a fully layered depth perspective."
"… a superlative all-around performer that will repay you with years of musical pleasure. Highly recommended!" 

Clearaudio Double Matrix Professional:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"A no-brainer for well-heeled analog hounds."

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/clearaudio-goldfinger-v2-moving-coil-cartridge-double-matrix-record-cleaning-machine/
Jonathan Valin, December 1, 2008

HiFi Test:
www.hifitest.de/test/zubehoer_hifi/clearaudio-double_matrix_professional_3895.php#
Holger Barske
“Certainly the best washing machine that Clearaudio has built so far.”

Clearaudio Goldfinger Statement:

Clearaudio Goldfinger:

6 Moons:
www.6moons.com/audioreviews/clearaudio3/goldfinger.html
Mike Malinowski, June, 2006
“Just one drop of the needle and you know that you are in store for something special.”

Tone Publications:
www.tonepublications.com/review/clearaudios-new-goldfinger-v2/
Lawrence Devoe
“The Goldfinger does the best job in exploiting the human quality of vocal recordings that I have ever heard in my system.”

AV Guide:
www.avguide.com/review/clearaudio-goldfinger-v2-moving-coil-cartridge-double-matrix-record-cleaning-machine
Jonathan Valin, December 1, 2008

Clearaudio Innovation Wood:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"...rock-solid pitch stability…"

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/clearaudio-innovation-wood-turntable-tas-204/
Jim Hannon, July 19, 2010
“I applaud Clearaudio for migrating so much innovative technology from its Statement turntable down to more affordable products like the Innovation Wood.”

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/review/clearaudio-innovation-wood-universal-davinci-v2
“If building a great turntable is all about top-quality design and mechanical excellence, which we think it is, Clearaudio's Innovation Wood is off to a winning start.”
“… if you really want to hear what's tucked away in those record grooves, this Clearaudio package brings it all out as well as anything we've heard.”

Dagogo:
www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?hArticle=768
Jack Roberts, July, 2010
“If you are in the market for a turntable in this price range and you value transparency, speed, and drive you should give the Innovation a listen. It is a wonderful turntable.”

Clearaudio Maestro V2 Ebony:

Clearaudio Maestro:

Positive Feedback:
www.positive-feedback.com/Issue61/maestro.htm
Francisco Duran, May, 2012
“… a solidly built unit at an affordable price.”

Tone Publications:
www.tonepublications.com/review/clearaudio-maestro-wood-phono-cartridge/
“This cartridge blurs the performance line between moving coil and moving magnet designs and may be the most balanced MM cartridge we've heard.”

Clearaudio Magnify:

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/news/clearaudio-introduces-magnify-tonearm
March 16, 2011

Canada Hi-Fi:
http://canadahifi.com/index.php/clearaudio-magnify-tonearm/
George de Sa, March 25, 2011

HiFi Test:
www.hifitest.de/test/tonarme/clearaudio-magnify_3410.php#
Holger Barske
“The Clearaudio Magnify turns out to be an excellent companion for a variety of pick-ups - the variable bearing isolator makes it possible.”

Clearaudio Master Innovation:

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/several-product-premiers-at-california-audio-show/
Jim Hannon, August 14, 2012

Clearaudio Nano:

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/tested-phonostages-from-clearaudio-musical-surroundings-graham-slee/
“… at its price the Nano Phono is a well-crafted, entry-level miracle.”

6 Moons:
www.6moons.com/audioreviews/clearaudio4/nano.html
Frederic Beudot, October, 2008
“I would be hard-pressed to name anything that will give you more bang for the buck than this unique combination of built quality, versatility, low price and sweet dynamics.”

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/review/clearaudio-nano
“The Nano delivers a wide soundstage with much precision when it comes to positioning sounds. Tonally, it's convincing and delivers plenty of detail.”

Hi-Fi News:
www.hifinews.co.uk/news/article/clearaudio-nano-phono-pound;255/10157/
January, 2012
“… sonically the Nano has the heart of a lion and gives its all in every performance.”

Clearaudio Ovation:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"...excellent detail that emerges from silent backgrounds, exceptional pitch stability, and sweet extended highs…"

The Absolute Sound:
Wayne Garcia, October, 2011
“I view the Ovation as a major success. Clearaudio has easily met its goal of bridging the gap between high-end sound and real-world convenience.”

Clearaudio Precision Bubble

Clearaudio Satisfy:

Dagogo:
www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?hArticle=153
Jack Roberts, September, 2008
“…the Satisfy is truly amazing for its price.”

Clearaudio Smart Matrix Professional:

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/news/clearaudio-launches-upgraded-smart-matrix-professional-record-cleaning-machine

Sound Mind Audio:
www.soundmindaudio.com/on-line-store/clearaudio-smart-matrix-record-cleaning-machine.html

Clearaudio Smart Phono:

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/review/clearaudio-smart-phono
“Compact and stylish; expansive and natural performance.”

Stereo Times:
www.stereotimes.com/phono122805.shtml
“…the Clearaudio Smart Phono breathed new life into my system, into my enjoyment of reviewing equipment, and especially into my love of music and at a wonderfully sane price.”

Clearaudio Statement Clamp:

Dagogo:
www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?bShowUnpublished=&hArticle=291&PageOfArticle=1
“I was quite simply stunned by what the Statement Clamp did for my musical enjoyment.”

Clearaudio Statement Turntable:

The Absolute Sound:
www.clearaudio.de/download/laufwerke/statement/testbericht_statement_absolutesound.pdf
Donald Saltzman, November, 2008
“… I am confident that you will be floored by how much the Statement and TT1 will add to your enjoyment of music at home. I know it's cliché, but with the Statement you will truly rediscover your records.”

Australian Hi-Fi:
www.avhub.com.au/images/stories/pdf/Clearaudio_Statement_Turntable_Review_LOW.pdf?128963564474680000
Greg Borrowman, June 2008
“Clearaudio's Statement is, without any shadow of a doubt, the &Mac222;nest turntable in the world.”

Clearaudio Stradivari V2:

Clearaudio Stradivari:

HiFi Unlimited:
http://hifi-unlimited.blogspot.com/2010/10/clearaudio-stradivari-mc-cartridge.html
Big E, October 10, 2010

Turned On Audio:
http://turned-onaudio.co.nz/vinyl/cartridges/clearaudio/
“The Stradivari V2 is a fantastic example of Clearaudio's excellence in the cartridge field and its well balanced sonic properties will leave you speechless.”

Clearaudio Stroboscopic Speed Test Record/Strobe Light:

Clearaudio Talismann V2:

Clearaudio Talismann:

HiFi Test:
www.hifitest.de/test/tonabnehmer/clearaudio-talismann_v2_gold_2065.php#
Thomas Schmidt

Clearaudio Titanium:

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/lamm-industries-lp2-deluxe-phonostage-and-clearaudio-titanium-cartridge/
Jonathan Valin, December 15, 2008
“… a truly high-resolution cartridge like the Titanium. It passes everything through, uncolored and unedited (save for that slight persistent darkness and reduction in bloom), making for what may be the most transparent source component I've yet heard.”

Audiophilia:
www.audiophilia.com/wp/?p=503
Anthony Kershaw, March 22, 2009
“Your musical life will be enriched beyond measure. Very highly recommended.”

Clearaudio Universal:

Dagogo:
www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?hArticle=760
Jack Roberts, June, 2010
“After trying several tonearms in the price range of the Universal, I found it to be clearly the best…”- www.dagogo.com/View-Article.asp?hArticle=983
Jack Roberts, January, 2012
“The most versatile tonearm I have ever used was the Clearaudio Universal tonearm.”

What Hi-Fi:
www.whathifi.com/review/clearaudio-innovation-wood-universal-davinci-v2

Clearaudio Virtuoso:

Stereophile:
www.stereophile.com/phonocartridges/737/
Robert J. Reina, December 22, 2002
“The performance of the Clearaudio Virtuoso Wood was so ear-opening that I recommend that anyone thinking of spending up to $2500 on a moving-coil cartridge consider buying the $750 Wood instead, and investing the money saved in better components elsewhere in the system.”

Stereo Times:
www.stereotimes.com/cart080101.shtml
Greg Weaver, August 1, 2001
“… the Clearaudio Virtuoso Mk II is one of the finest sounding cartridges I've had the pleasure to hear…”

Audiophilia:
www.audiophilia.com/hardware/hw2.htm
Henry Wilkenson, January, 2004
“Total musicality at a more than reasonable price, this is a definite keeper.”

Fosgate Signature Phono Preamplifier:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"One of the best in its class." 

The Absolute Sound:
www.avguide.com/review/fosgate-signature-phonostage-preamplifier-fozgometer-azimuth-range-meter-tas-206
Chris Martens, September 20, 2010
“Is the Fosgate one of the strongest performers available at the $2500 price point? It's certainly the best one I've heard thus far, and by a not-subtle margin-meaning the Fosgate will offer all the performance some listeners will ever need or want.”

The Audio Beat:
www.theaudiobeat.com/equipment/fosgate_signature.htm
Ken Choi, July 10, 2010
“It represents a huge sonic step up for those analog lovers who are using phono stages in the crowded $1000 price range, and it will be an end-of-the-road piece for many sensible vinylphiles.”

Fosgate Signature Headphone Ampifier

Graham Phantom II Supreme B44:

Graham Engineering:

Stereophile:
www.stereophile.com/tonearms/905graham/index.html
Michael Fremer, August 27, 2006

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/graham-phantom-b-44-tonearm-1/
Wayne Garcia, November 25, 2008
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/graham-phantom-ii-pickup-arm-tas-196-hps-workshop/
Harry Pearson, October 26, 2009
…”it is of such excellence that it gave me deeper insights into the strengths of the [Clearaudio] Goldfinger cartridge…”

Musical Surroundings Fozgometer:

Musical Surroundings Nova Phonomena:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"Grace, poise, low noise, and neutrality characterize this excellent unit."

Stereo Times:
www.stereotimes.com/acc111807.shtml
Frank Alles, November, 2007
“…I highly doubt that there is another phono stage that delivers such outstanding musical performance. And its plethora of gain and loading settings are truly a vinylphile's sweet dream.”

Audiophilia:
www.audiophilia.com/wp/?p=4017
Martin Appel, January 26, 2010
“The Nova Phenomena will be my new reference for both performance and price… a stunning achievement.”

Hifi Zine:
www.hifizine.com/2011/03/musical-surroundings-nova-phonomena-phono-preamplifier/
Peter D'Amario, March, 2011
“No phono preamp that I have used in my system (nor my preamplifier's phono stage) comes close to the reality of the sound of the Nova Phonomena.”

Musical Surroundings Phonomena II:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"For balance and value the Phonomena II is a stunner."

Stereo Times:
www.stereotimes.com/acc010209.shtml
January, 2009
“… the Musical Surroundings Phonomena II provides a level of performance and flexibility in its many adjustments that will be difficult to top in its price class. It will offer its many buyers a true taste of high-end sound at a fast-food price.”

TONEAudio:
www.tonepublications.com/review/musical-surroundings-phenomena-ii-phono-preamplifier/
“We found [the Phonomena II] to be at the 'top of the heap in its class' and that it will help newcomers to vinyl discover just how much musical information is hiding in those grooves.”

LP Gear:
www.lpgear.com/product/PHONOMENA2.html
“The sound of the Phonomena II is alive and electrifying with its release of dynamic energy. For balance and value, the Phenomena II phono preamp is a stunner.”

Musical Surroundings SuperNova II:

The Absolute Sound Editors Choice Awards, 2013:
"An indispensable reviewing tool and my longstanding reference." - Paul Seydor

The Absolute Sound:
www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/musical-surroundings-supernova-2-phono-preamplifier-tas-200-1/
Paul Seydor, March 25, 2010
“… the SuperNova 2 is one product I seriously urge you to check out.”

TONEAudio:
www.tonepublications.com/review/musical-surroundings-supernova-phono-preamplifier/
“… the SuperNova is the perfect preamp for analog lovers with multiple turntables and cartridges.”

Enjoy the Music:
www.enjoythemusic.com/magazine/equipment/0806/yee_pa3_musical_super_nova.htm
Ron Nagle, August, 2006
“The SuperNova electronics offer a straight super clean path and the device is flexible enough to do anything you would need a Phono Amplifier to do.”

Microgroove:
http://microgroove.jp/2011/10/musical_surroundings_supernova_ii.html
Shaolin, October 19, 2011

Record Time:

Positive Feedback:
www.positive-feedback.com/Issue61/recordtime.htm
Robert Levi, June, 2012
“Record Time closes the washing machine gap so convincingly that I would stock up ASAP. Your LPs will improve in all ways musical, and will be much quieter, too.
Highly recommended for LP lovers everywhere.”

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