Digest "World Hi-Fi": portable audio, software, formats and vinyl

Most recently, we have published a series of special digests aimed at introducing various brands of acoustics and audio. Today we would like to return to our classic format and see what's new in “ Hi-Fi World ” lately.

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Portable audio

Spring prices for headphones Shure

Only until May 1, we offer discounts on the entire range of in-channel and covering Shure headphones, as well as the SHA900 headphone amplifier.
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Test headphones Denon AH-D7200: Old New High End

Acquaintance with the flagship model of the Denon headphone line in a large review from Stereo.ru. Denon relied exclusively on high-quality models that best meet the expectations of fans of this brand.

New Denon Wireless Sport Headphones

A short story from Salon AudioVideo about the new product for those who like to listen to music during sports and prefers universal solutions (headphones work well as a headset for answering calls).

Overview of the Questyle QP1R portable player

Familiarity with the modified version of the player QP1, which received improved components. What's interesting: the device produces Foxconn, and in the design of the player is actively used glass Gorilla Glass.

JBL Control X Wireless: Wireless and Waterproof

New acoustics in a compact package with protection against ingress of moisture is well suited for outdoor use. This system can be placed, for example, on a veranda wall (fasteners are included in the delivery).

Portable speakers Beolit ​​17 from B & O Play

In addition to the recognizable design, the speaker system, according to the manufacturer, is capable of pleasing listeners up to 24 hours on a single charge. It takes only 2.5 hours to fully recover.

Test wireless speakers DALI Katch

A really vivid example of what can happen if the manufacturer of large speakers decides to make a small one. A colorful review from the magazine «Stereo & Video».

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Software and formats

Testing player programs for macOS X against regular iTunes

The most interesting material that was published on ixbt.com. It features the most prominent software from iTunes to BitPerfect, Vox and Fidelia - all worth trying if you are using the macOS platform.

How I used a VHS video recorder for recording

An amazing story from Stereo.ru about how to make an old audio recorder a good audio recording tool. An example with a Grundig GV-464 showed that an entire discography can be recorded on a single E-240 video cassette.

Battle for format: reel vs cassette vs vinyl vs CD vs HiRes

A review of the “Battle of Formats”, in which a comparative listening of five different audio recording formats was carried out: a magnetic tape on a reel and in a compact cassette, a vinyl, a CD and a 24bit / 96kHz HiRes file.

Spotify offers Hi-Fi streaming with access to music in lossless quality

The service, which we have repeatedly told in our blog on Geektimes, began testing Spotify Hi-Fi. Representatives of the company confirmed this information.

Panasonic will add support for the HLG format in some TV models of 2016

The HLG standard was developed jointly by the BBC and NHK broadcasters to transmit hybrid HDR and SDR signals over TV networks. The essence is a standard in the ability of a hybrid signal to transmit both HDR and SDR information simultaneously, without additionally occupying bandwidth.

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Vinyl

Pro-Ject vertical and wireless turntable

The magazine Hi-Fi.ru announces a new product, which will be released in versions for right-handers and left-handers, and white, black and red will be offered from the color palette.

How to digitize vinyl

We are talking about how to add your portability vinyl collection.

How to get the best sound from a turntable

If you want to know all the secrets of the best sound - from installing the tonearm to adjusting the cartridge - here you will find everything you need.

Robert Zuhi: "Russia is waiting for a growing interest in vinyl"

Interview with Robert Suchy, CEO of Clearaudio, about what has changed in the vinyl industry over the past five years

Vinyl died long live vinyl

In this article, Kerim Tatevian, an expert in sound and home theater design, a music lover and a vinyl fan, talks about how to choose a record and what features of this carrier to pay attention to music lovers

How to set up a turntable

Like any high-precision equipment, a high-quality turntable requires proper adjustment - we talk about this in our article.

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PS Audio Digest # 12 : How to build a home theater and a little about the production of acoustics.