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Ultra-Fi: What Is It, And Why?
Ultra-Fi: What Is It, And Why?
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Length:
83 minutes
Released:
Oct 14, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Would millions of people be interested in learning about cars if Ferrari wasn’t making super cars or if Lamborghini didn’t exist? Possibly not. Their amazing achievements not only represent the top of what’s possible, but also serve to inspire all of us to devote ourselves to learning more about what makes a great car truly special. Audio is no different, and the top end of hifi audio, known commonly as “ultra-fi,” makes the same case for its existence. While many may decry the sometimes eye-popping dollar amounts required for access, or wonder just what you’re paying for with these luxury monstrosities, those lucky few with access to listening to the top of the absolute top will beg to differ. Most often, with staggering prices comes staggering performance, and Darren and Duncan attempt to break down why that is… and how. What goes into making a state-of-the-art audio product? Where does the money go? And why do these ultra-expensive audio products exist in a hobby where real joy can be had with equipment far more modest and affordable? These questions and more are (hopefully) answered by the guys as they ruminate on a special segment of audio. Don’t forget to listen through to the end to get this week’s album recommendation, which is focused on a young musician with an old voice and old soul, who is guaranteed to entertain and show off your audiophile system.
Released:
Oct 14, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (97)
DIY: Dreams, Dangers and the Magic of Making It Yourself: DIY audio can automatically draw in certain types of people by its definition. Some people would rather just make their own stuff, be it audio or otherwise. In this podcast, Darren and Duncan explain that there are more ways than one to get into one of the most rewarding sides of this hobby, and there are more personality types than one who could be good at it. You don’t have to be a math genius to step into DIY audio, and anyone can experience exotic and rewarding sound through the act of making it yourself. by The Hifi Podcast with Darren and Duncan