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Are SVS Prime Wireless Pro Speakers Soundbar Killers? Dec 03, 2022

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The new line of SVS Prime Wireless Pro Speakers and SoundBase Streaming Amplifier bring some heat to the hi-res audio over wi-fi streaming arena. In this episode eCoustics podcast producer, Mitch Anderson sits down with SVS CEO, Gary Yacoubian and SVS VP of Marketing, Nicholas Brown to talk about the experiences these new hi-fi products can unleash into the homes (and dorm rooms) of sonic seekers anywhere.
Thank you to our friends and sponsor SVS for supporting and engaging with us here at eCoustics.
Learn more at: https://www.svsound.com
Read about the SVS products discussed in this episode:
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/svs-prime-wireless-pro-speakers/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/svs-prime-wireless-pro-soundbase/
https://www.ecoustics.com/products/svs-soundpath-hdmi-cables/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#svs #streaming #speakers #amplifiers #cables #wirelessspeakers #hiresaudio #hifi
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

Apps For Your Ears? Earphones 3.0 Nov 06, 2022

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Could the next generation of earphones offer a very different experience that transforms how we listen? Gary Spittle, Founder & CEO of Sonical, speaks with Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder, about the future of wireless earphones. Spittle believes that we have only scratched the surface of what's possible with wireless earphones and earbuds and provides a fascinating explanation of what's to come.
Learn more about Sonical at: https://www.sonical.ai
Sponsors:
Shure: Check out the Shure MV7 podcast mic and SRH440A headphones used by Brian in this episode.
https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/bundles/mv7_srh440a
Focal: Don’t miss Focal’s 40% off sale on its entire line of Chora speakers.
https://www.focal.com/en/home-audio/high-fidelity-speakers#chora
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#earphones #earbuds #headphones #inearheadphones #wirelessearphones
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

Beyond Sonos: The Future of Soundbars & Dolby Atmos Oct 19, 2022

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Have soundbars elevated or diminished the home theater experience? Is Dolby Atmos succeeding or failing to attract a new generation of home theater enthusiasts? The eCoustics team engage in a rather spirited debate about both of these topics and the impact of the Metaverse and Dirac Live in the home theater category. We go beyond Sonos and answer some of the hard questions you should be asking.
Happy Listening from our sponsor SVS. Acclaimed for punching well above their class, experience thrilling and immersive sound from SVS speakers, subwoofers, and cables. Join the Sound Revolution today.
https://www.svsound.com
Links mentioned:
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/theory-audio-design-surround-sound-system/
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/affordable-dolby-atmos-systems/
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/great-sounding-dolby-atmos-soundbars/
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/improve-tv-sound/
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/what-is-dolby-atmos/
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-soundbars/
Panelists:
• Ian White, Editor-in-Chief & Host
• Brian Mitchell, Founder & CEO
• Emiko Carlin, Video Producer
• Chris Boylan, Home Theater Editor
• Robert Silva, News & Home Theater Editor
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
#hometheater #soundbars #homecinema #dolbyatmos #diraclive #sonos #apple #metaverse #spatialaudio
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

Hi-Fi Repair Hell: How Not To Make Costly Mistakes? Sep 30, 2022

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Hi-Fi components won’t last forever and when they break, there is nothing more frustrating than not knowing how to fix them. Who do you send it to? Can you do it yourself? Join us this week on the podcast as the eCoustics team discusses everything you need to know when things go awry. We get into basic maintenance, finding the proper tech, doing your own repairs, and how to perform upgrades or modifications.
Happy Listening from our sponsor SVS. Acclaimed for punching well above their class, experience thrilling and immersive sound from SVS speakers, subwoofers, and cables. Join the Sound Revolution today. Visit https://www.svsound.com
The ecoustics team appearing in this episode:
Will Jennings, Senior Headphone Columnist
Jeremy Sikora, Vintage Audio Columnist
Lynn Miller - Headphone Columnist
Eric Pye, Vintage Audio Columnist
Mitch Anderson, Podcast Producer
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. http://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
• https://www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

A Shure Thing: The SE846 Gen 2 Earphones Sep 15, 2022

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In conjunction with the worldwide release of Shure’s new SE846 Gen2 Sound Isolating Earphones, we welcome two experienced product managers from Shure and our own Sr. Headphone Editor to discuss the details.
Take a deep dive into all the reasons why these earphones are so special, and be sure to check out our full in-depth review here:
https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/shure-se846-gen2/
The Shure SE846 Gen2 are being released today (Sept 15, 2022) for $899 USD.
https://bit.ly/shure-se846-gen2-earphones
Panelists:
Sean Sullivan, Shure’s Associate Director of Wired Products, has been intrinsically involved in the development of the SE846 Gen2. With over twenty years in the industry (17 managing the earphone products at Shure), Sean has overseen the design and production of Shure’s most innovate earphone technology. As a musician, audiophile, and sound engineer, Sean has a passion for great audio and high end listening products. Sean’s work at Shure has been instrumental in meeting the needs of today’s high-end audio market, at home, on the street, and on stage.
Steve Marek, Shure’s Senior Product Management Specialist, has been with the company for over a decade. He primarily focuses on earphone and headphone products, but also works on an occasional microphone project from time to time. Recent highlights include launching the AONIC 3, AONIC 4, and AONIC 5earphones, as well as the new SRH440A and SRH840A headphones. He is also an active musician and recording/mixing/mastering engineer, putting products through countless hours of critical evaluation during development.
W. Jennings, eCoustics Sr. Headphone Editor: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/w-jennings/
Brian Mitchell, Host of this episode and eCoustics Founder & CEO
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
https://www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

Riding the Groove - A Cartridge Conversation with Ian White and Brian Mitchell Aug 21, 2022

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Vinyl finds itself at an unexpected crossroads in 2022; a new generation of listeners has turned the format into a billion dollar industry again and there are not enough phono cartridges in stock to satisfy global demand. If you are in the market for an affordable audiophile turntable, or replacement cartridge, it’s easy to get lost looking through the hundreds of affordable phono cartridges that are available. Deciding if you want a moving coil or moving magnet (or moving iron if select one from Grado Labs) cartridge is just one part of the decision making process. Ian White and Brian Mitchell take a look at some of the best cartridges below $600 right now.
Hosted by ecoustics founder, Brian Mitchell and editor-in-chief Ian White
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

T.H.E Show 2022: Why You Need to Attend a HIFI Show - an eCoustics Roundtable Aug 06, 2022

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In this episode of the ecoustics podcast our team breaks down in pretty great detail the question of, "Is attending a HIFI show worth it?" In short, absolutely. Topics covered are all over the sonic spectrum. Headphones, Dongle DACS, multi-channel, two channel, $200 systems to 7 figure systems, to first or 25th time experiences attending a hifi convention.
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The ecoustics team appearing in this episode:
Brian Mitchell, Founder & CEO
Emiko, Video Producer
Jeremy Sikora, Vintage Columnist
Lynn Miller - Headphone Columnist
Eric Pye, Vintage Columnist
Mitch Anderson, Podcast Producer
For more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:
https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.com
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. http://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
• https://www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

T.H.E. Show 2022: A Budget & Vintage Perspective Jul 22, 2022

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Sr. Contributing Editors, Jeremy Sikora and Eric Pye recount their first-time experiences at a high-end audio show — T.H.E. Show 2022.
With a combined following of over 75,000 subscribers on Instagram, both Jeremy (@budget_audiophiler) and Eric (@audioloveyyc) have the pulse of the budget hi-fi, vintage audio and vinyl communities on social media.
Given their dedication to educating the audio community that great sound can be found at any budget, listeners should find their perspectives quite different; especially after attending a hi-fi show dominated by six-figure systems.
This episode was recorded live from the floor of The Home Entertainment (T.H.E.) Show in Long Beach, CA on June 11, 2022 — hosted by our podcast producer, Mitch Anderson.
Stay tuned for more episodes with Jeremy and Eric. A vintage audio podcast series is in the works!
Sponsors:
• https://www.svsound.com
• https://www.sonusfaber.com
More information on Eric:
https://www.instagram.com/audioloveyyc
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/unlikely-vintage-audio-journey/
More information on Jeremy:
https://www.instagram.com/budget_audiophiler
https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/fisher-400-tube-stereo-receiver/
For more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:
https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.com
Hosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. http://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
• https://www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

T.H.E Show 2022: SVS with Gary Yacoubian and Nick Brown Jul 16, 2022

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In this episode of the eCoustics podcast we have a conversation with President and CEO of SVS, Gary Yacoubian and VP of Marketing Nick Brown. This program begins with a one on one chat with our host of this episode and podcast producer Mitch Anderson and Nick. They talk about take aways from T.H.E Show, as well as an impromptu discussion/education on Dolby Atmos, 5.1.2 sound, and the SVS Prime Elevation Speakers. Hard cut to being live at the Headphonium space in Long Beach where the discussion surrounds the larger question of why SVS does what it does, the way in which it does. Enjoy.
For more information on SVS please visit:
https://www.svsound.com
For more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:
https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.com
Hosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
• https://www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

T.H.E. Show 2022: Booze & Vinyl with Author Andre Darlington Jul 06, 2022

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This episode was taped on the floor of The Home Entertainment Show in Long Beach, CA on June 11, 2022. Our podcast producer Mitch Anderson interviews Author Andre Darlington about his two books, "Booze & Vinyl Vol. 1" and "Booze & Vinyl Vol. 2". Coincidentally, this episode's run time is about the exact time it takes to mix a cocktail, pick a record, and drop the needle. There also may or may not be some exciting news regarding "Booze & Vinyl Vol. 3"?! Grab a drink, grab a record, and enjoy.
For more information on Andre Darlington and Booze & Vinyl please visit:
https://www.boozeandvinyl.com
For more information on T.H.E Show, please visit:
https://www.thehomeentertainmentshow.com
Hosted by Mitch Anderson, Host of Black Circle Radio & eCoustics Podcast Producer: https://www.ecoustics.com/author/mitch-anderson/
Credits:
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com
Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:
• https://www.ecoustics.com
• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com
• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com
• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more.
https://www.ecoustics.com

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