SECRETS of Home Theater and High Fidelity
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SECRETS 1.0 - A Talk with The Original Crew
A few years after our founder John E. Johnson Jr, started Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity, he began to assemble a talented core of writers and passionate audio nuts to bolster the site’s content. Along with JJ, this initial group of five contributors constituted the original Secrets reviewing team. In this video, we gather that group together again to discuss what Secrets was like in those formative years and reminisce on some noteworthy and occasionally funny things that happened back then. So, sit back, relax, and travel back in time with us.
Featuring: Sandy Bird, Brian Florian, Piero Gabucci, Colin Miller, and Stacey Spears.
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Відео

RP22: A Discussion of the New Immersive Audio Guidelines.
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At the 2023 CEDIA show, a new set of guidelines for putting together properly designed immersive audio listening spaces, of various levels, was announced. CEDIA/CTA RP22 Immersive Audio System Design Recommended Practice is a comprehensive resource document for custom installers and integrators to craft better listening environments that will, no doubt, continue to be added to. In this video, w...
DIRAC: A Discussion with Co-Founder Mathias Johansson.
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DIRAC is one of the premiere electronic room correction systems available today, The company recently released both its Bass Control module for use on select components and its Acoustic Room Treatment system (ART), initially for Storm Audio processors. How do these new flavors of DIRAC work and what distinguishes them from other room correction systems on the market? In this video, we sit down ...
The Evolution of the Spears & Munsil Test Discs.
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Many of us who have a little more than just a passing interest in home theater are familiar with the well-regarded Spears & Munsil system test discs that have been around for several years and have been updated regularly with higher-resolution tests and additional content. The current (3rd) edition is fully 4K UHD ready with all the flavors of HDR content available. But did you know how the Spe...
Authentic, Artisinal, Italian Craftsmen - Sorta Hifi 02
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Carlo and Taps sit down to chat Carlo's Italian factory Tour Trifecta. TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:00 Start 4:05 Fidelity Imports 14:35 Unison Research/ Opera Loudspeakers 37:26 Artisinal Italian Craftsmen 51:15 Goldnote 1:17:33 Audia Flight 1:36:09 Japan?
Focal Aria EVO X No 3 and Center Channel Speaker Review.
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Secrets reviewer Taps Das gives his take on the Aria EVO X No 3 and the matching EVO X Center Channel speaker from Focal.
Marantz Cinema 70 Slimline Home Theater Receiver Review.
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SECRETS reviewer Taps Das waxes poetic about the Marantz Cinema 70 AVR. And he thinks there is a good chance you might too!
Munich, High-End, Cars and Sheiks - Sorta Hifi Episode 1.
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Our first stab at A hopefully weekly conversation. Check Out Carlo's Munich High End Coverage: hometheaterhifi.com/features/show-reports-film-festivals-concerts/munich-high-end-2024-show-report/ Taps's Reviews: hometheaterhifi.com/author/taps-das/
VIVID Audio Moya M1 Loudspeakers at Munich High End 2024.
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At Munich High End 2024, I attended the demonstration of the new flagship Moya M1 loudspeakers from Vivid Audio. I also had a chance to sit down and talk to Laurence Dickie, Founder and Chief Designer at Vivid Audio, and he walked me through some of the details of the "How" and "Why" regarding the new Moya M1. We hope you enjoy the discussion.
AV RoomService at Munich High End 2024
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While attending Munich High End 2024, I ran into Norm Varney of AV RoomService Ltd and we talked about some of the affordable acoustic options that his company offers.
The Sennheiser Ambeo Plus Soundbar Video Review.
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SECRETS reviewer, Taps Das, takes us through his experience with the Sennheiser Ambeo Plus Soundbar and matching subwoofer combo.
Aperion Theatrus Home Cinema System Review HD 1080p
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SECRETS reviewer, Taps Das takes a look at a full Aperion Audio Theatrus Home Theater Speaker System.
Bowers & Wilkins 606 S3 Bookshelf Speaker Review
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SECRETS reviewer, Taps Das gives us his take on the B&W 606 Series 3 Bookshelf speakers.
New Sonus faber Sonetto G2 Revealed at Munich High-End 2024
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At Munich High-End 2024, Florian Marmisse, Electroacoustic Engineer at Sonus faber takes me through the just revealed Sonus faber Sonetto G2 Loudspeakers.
John Johnson being interviewed on TechTV, Spring, 2002.
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John Johnson, Editor of Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity being interviewed on TechTV, Spring, 2002.
John Johnson on TechTv, Summer, 2002
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John Johnson on TechTv, Summer, 2002
John Johnson Interviewed on Tech TV March 3 2003 Part 2
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John Johnson Interviewed on Tech TV March 3 2003 Part 2
John E. Johnson, Jr. Interviewed on Tech TV, June, 2003
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John E. Johnson, Jr. Interviewed on Tech TV, June, 2003
John E.Johnson, Jr. Interviewed on Tech TV, November 2003 Pre Segment
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John E.Johnson, Jr. Interviewed on Tech TV, November 2003 Pre Segment
John E. Johnson, Jr. Interviewed on Tech TV, November, 2003 Main Segment
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John E. Johnson, Jr. Interviewed on Tech TV, November, 2003 Main Segment
FOCAL Azurys and Hadenys Reveal from CanJAM 2024
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FOCAL Azurys and Hadenys Reveal from CanJAM 2024
FYNE Audio Interview at AXPONA 2024.
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FYNE Audio Interview at AXPONA 2024.
FOCAL Grand Utopia EVOs at AXPONA 2024
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FOCAL Grand Utopia EVOs at AXPONA 2024
Legacy Audio AXPONA 2024
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Legacy Audio AXPONA 2024
Lowther and Triode AXPONA 2024
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Lowther and Triode AXPONA 2024
Secrets of Home Theater and HiFi tours Sennheiser in Tullamore Ireland.
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Secrets of Home Theater and HiFi tours Sennheiser in Tullamore Ireland.
Quad Revela 2 Loudspeaker Review
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Quad Revela 2 Loudspeaker Review
SECRETS tours the FOCAL-NAIM room at AXPONA 2024.
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SECRETS tours the FOCAL-NAIM room at AXPONA 2024.
SECRETS Visits The House of Sound NYC
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SECRETS Visits The House of Sound NYC

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @willsullivan3
    @willsullivan3 День тому

    Thanks, guys. My first reaction: What took so long!!!

  • @Christian_Tango_Christ
    @Christian_Tango_Christ День тому

    Great place ❗️ The only thing good about that Jeep is the stereo😂 Worst rated vehicle on the market with the highest depreciation there is. They can't give those things away in 2024😮

  • @milesv5352
    @milesv5352 2 дні тому

    I have the fortes, I like them, but very different from the totems (totems are more 3-D sounding) that I have. They definitely have a vibe, and if would ever replace them, it would probably be with the bigger heritage speakers.

  • @edwinromero8090
    @edwinromero8090 3 дні тому

    Amazing Technics

  • @dariusk.7226
    @dariusk.7226 13 днів тому

    90% pulled my words from my mouth. The only thing about quality- it still has slight background noise (humming noise) when music goes near silent within a track. I've sent my first set to hifiman, they claimed earbuds are fine, yet eventually sent me a new pair just to make me a happy customer, and second pair still had a same. So I believe this is where Bluetooth itself has a lack, or in simple words- that's the limit of today's wireless earbuds. Besides that they are superior! It's my daily set for work, the only I don't forget recharge as I just put them on charging mat next ti my phone in end of a day (LOL) and yes, they are LOUD! Heck of a power for earbuds. Last thing, but not less important - compared to most IEMS (wired ones 99% of a time) they somewhat huge! Included eartips aren't best of a choice as you encountered yourself, but Clarion eartips from aliexpress sorted that right away. This video deserves BIG like button. As this is not just honest- but accurate review!! Good job and enjoy your tunes! :)

  • @longplayer8600
    @longplayer8600 13 днів тому

    JBL makes an L100 but makes no 12" sub to accompany it instead offering a 10" L10cs sub. Makes a SA550/750 (rebadged Arcam SA30) but no sub-out to use their L10cs (or any other subs) on. They make the 4309 spkr w/6.5" mid but the 8" 4329p is powered. 🤷🏻

  • @richh650
    @richh650 15 днів тому

    Jaw dropping!

  • @4earsonly160
    @4earsonly160 17 днів тому

    Recently and I feel very lucky I obtained two pair .. of the Klipsch 4K model 3. New in the box grade A.. apparently they've been sitting hiding in a warehouse since 2017. Without anyone really knowing that they existed.. and I asked a certain retailer about them.. he scoured his inventory and voila. Receive them 2 weeks ago and are they wonderful. American Walnut with Lamb's wool coats.. all four speakers are in sequence.. and the price for the forte model 3 new in their boxes 8th grade.. was a genuine gift thank you so much..

  • @ARTUR_NOVOSIB
    @ARTUR_NOVOSIB 17 днів тому

    Пропиздел всё видео так и не включили послушать

  • @aracoixo3288
    @aracoixo3288 17 днів тому

    2

  • @adam.dzwoniarek72
    @adam.dzwoniarek72 17 днів тому

    I own Focal Bathys and they sound superb. I just ordered Dali iO 12 just to compare the sound quality. Being delivered on Monday so we'll see. It's either make or break for Focals

  • @ericsmith5751
    @ericsmith5751 18 днів тому

    Enjoyed that, looking forward to the next episode

  • @saint6563
    @saint6563 20 днів тому

    1

  • @SirMoDeNa
    @SirMoDeNa 26 днів тому

    Will the Naim Unite Nova PE be enough for Focal Kanta 2?

    • @PG-zt9nw
      @PG-zt9nw 20 днів тому

      Yes its enough

    • @562mjohnson
      @562mjohnson 20 днів тому

      It will tear the Kantas a new one.

  • @fourthlayer
    @fourthlayer 27 днів тому

    All other vendors should just go home!

  • @fourthlayer
    @fourthlayer 27 днів тому

    I know what I'm doing with my lottery money!!!

  • @matta9316
    @matta9316 28 днів тому

    Want it

  • @johnbriehl3548
    @johnbriehl3548 29 днів тому

    Nice job, James. Always helps to have an outstanding product to promote!

  • @willbrink
    @willbrink 29 днів тому

    I have the Revela One with subs just in, so far I really like what I hear. Review in the works.

  • @overworkin1
    @overworkin1 Місяць тому

    Nice review Taps. I just got a pair of these at an estate sale, new in the box!! I really love the look of them. I am presently using an SMSL DA-9 to drive them and would like to get a better amp to make these sing. Im not a fan of really piercing highs so I would prefer a "warmer" amp. I believe you reviewed the REGA Brio, would you think this would be a good pairing and do you think the 50 wpc would drive these sufficiently. I have these in my living room so looks are a big consideration. I may come up to Bay Bloor radio to listen to the Brio and the Mission 778X. Thanks from a fellow Ontarian!

  • @tragikomediant4278
    @tragikomediant4278 Місяць тому

    Not gonna lie, I love Focal's design. I am going to test them in my local hifi shop tomorrow.

  • @Claudio-Martini
    @Claudio-Martini Місяць тому

    Have you heard the Forte One's

  • @haberjennings475
    @haberjennings475 Місяць тому

    It looks ridiculous

  • @michaeldelaney6256
    @michaeldelaney6256 Місяць тому

    Killer specs, low price in package size that could help people fit them into their room. These could be really disruptive. Very cool!!

  • @barrycole
    @barrycole Місяць тому

    There is no 'A' in the name McIntosh. We all know this but are too lazy to correct our pronunciation of this brand name.

  • @mattvaught4689
    @mattvaught4689 Місяць тому

    Love my Legacy Audio speakers!

  • @unclelou2366
    @unclelou2366 Місяць тому

    Ok , streaming amp/dac mean bluetooth connection right ?

  • @saloncaruso3701
    @saloncaruso3701 Місяць тому

    Very helpful, thank you for this video I’ve been racking my brain going back and forth I’m different speakers Think I’m going to give the 606 is try Thank you again

    • @0102studio
      @0102studio Місяць тому

      I’m glad it helped!

  • @cnoyes72
    @cnoyes72 Місяць тому

    Why is a 2 month old video from 0102 Studio showing up on another channel?

    • @0102studio
      @0102studio Місяць тому

      This video was made possible by Home Theater Secrets.

  • @keithjohnson2863
    @keithjohnson2863 Місяць тому

    I'm limited to gear that can fit on my desk. At 6 1/2" W and 9 1/8" D, these are at the upper limit of what may fit.

  • @liamporter1137
    @liamporter1137 Місяць тому

    I've the 685. I prefer the yellow or gold color cone. Yeah, not as detail and transparent comparatively now but still like them

    • @0102studio
      @0102studio Місяць тому

      It is a beautiful design for sure. And I too miss the yellow!

  • @clivepacker
    @clivepacker Місяць тому

    I have the CXA81 paired with the Monitor Audio Silver 500 7Gs, with an Emotiva ERC-4 CD player also acting as a DAC for my TV. I am totally in my happy place with this setup, the Monitor Audios having replaced some PSB Imagine X2Ts a few months ago.

  • @MasterofPlay7
    @MasterofPlay7 Місяць тому

    don't you think BW sounded shrill?

    • @0102studio
      @0102studio Місяць тому

      Not at all. The last gen was said to sound shrill by some reviewers but this gen seems to have corrected for it.

  • @dragonstone6594
    @dragonstone6594 Місяць тому

    I guess they have to do Series 3 because there is now a new Sabre ESS 9038 chip. lol

  • @AA-ws3vd
    @AA-ws3vd Місяць тому

    Blast from the past 🎉

  • @tylerflores4761
    @tylerflores4761 Місяць тому

    Awesome product! The next product should be a audiophile stereo receiver built like the anthem mrx line. Class a/b 2 hdmi inputs, 2 mono sub inputs arc, streaming, and stripping all the extra channels of having a receiver like mrx maybe a better dac all at a decent price. Id buy it in a heart beat. Call it the srx line ❤

  • @mrwilliamwonder
    @mrwilliamwonder Місяць тому

    The new colors make the speakers look cheaper. I mean I appreciate the choice but the cherry and piano black is hard to beat. He's comparing the mat finish like the mat finish on some sports cars, only those are the wrong colors.

  • @mrwilliamwonder
    @mrwilliamwonder Місяць тому

    Awesome, I have the 100f's and love em. With the 120h you wouldn't really need subs.

  • @repsych
    @repsych Місяць тому

    Thanks; it's good to see that Technics are continuing, and improving upon, the digital amplification products designed by Takashi Kanai of Sony who developed the S-Master Pro systems twenty years ago. The new feedback and calibration processes, of both the inputs and outputs, are fantastic uses of the technology.

  • @xstensl8823
    @xstensl8823 Місяць тому

    i paid 2k for my Rega Elex integrated. i use a Denafrips DAC with it. sounds excellent. not sure what i am missing. 75W works for me

  • @markpommett5712
    @markpommett5712 Місяць тому

    Better than Wilson Audio and Sonus Faber

  • @user-cw8kk4py2g
    @user-cw8kk4py2g 2 місяці тому

    CUAL ES SU PRECIO?

  • @saint6563
    @saint6563 2 місяці тому

    1

  • @spudo133
    @spudo133 2 місяці тому

    You got a review of that Monitor Audio subwoofer? Can’t seem to find anyone reviewing them.

  • @aussie8114
    @aussie8114 2 місяці тому

    Apparently no one at my local audio business can hear a difference between series one and series two.

  • @fingthepuni6667
    @fingthepuni6667 2 місяці тому

    Beautiful & Elegant tower speakers, and VERY WELL BUILT too! Red Rose glossy color scheme is ABSOLUTELY Gorgeous!! 😊

  • @kabes-us
    @kabes-us 2 місяці тому

    I just bought my first pair of ATC active loudspeakers the SCM100A and it is the most amazing speaker I have ever heard. This was one of the videos that was instrumental in helping me with my purchase. I hope you have Ben on again soon so I get an opportunity to thank him.

  • @kennethlui2268
    @kennethlui2268 2 місяці тому

    Nice