Darko.Audio podcast
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- #68 - Get more from the WiiM Pro/Plus & Ultra + HiFiMAN Unveiled
This episode of Darko.Audio podcast explores alternative applications for the WiiM Pro, Pro Plus, and Ultra audio streamers. It also features discussions on new HiFiMAN products such as the Edition XV, HE600, and Ananda Unveiled.
- #67 - Srajan's hi-fi hierarchy, MOONDROP Skyland, DUNU Concept R & more
In episode #67 of the Darko.Audio podcast, guest Srajan Ebaen discusses various hi-fi equipment including Moondrop Skyland, DUNU Concept R, Zu Method subwoofer, and spl crossover MKII, and elaborates on his hi-fi hierarchy.
- #66 - These ARE the HEADPHONES you are looking for (& more)
This episode of Darko.Audio podcast covers various headphones and audio equipment from brands like FiiO, Shanling, Aune, and Schiit. It also briefly touches on Spotify Lossless audio.
- #65 - Spotify Lossless: too little, too late?
This episode of Darko.Audio podcast features Srajan Ebaen discussing Spotify Lossless, its potential lateness in the market, and covers various audio equipment including Topping, DALI, Node Audio, and HiFiMAN.
- #64 - A $120 hi-fi rack that DOESN'T look awful
This episode of Darko.Audio podcast features discussions on various audio equipment including Shanling, Virtual Hi-Fi, Co-linear Acoustics, FitUEyes, Bluesound, Qualio Audio, Hiby, iFi / SilentPower, and Exact Express.
- #63 - 12 albums for your next hi-fi demo
In episode #63 of the Darko.Audio podcast, Michael Lavorgna discusses 12 album selections for hi-fi demonstrations. The episode features music from artists such as Was (Not Was), Thin White Rope, Fila Brazillia, Mal Waldron, and Martha Arg…
- #62 - Pixies & R.E.M. in Dolby Atmos, 3D-printed speakers & more
Episode 62 of the Darko.Audio podcast covers topics including Pixies and R.E.M. in Dolby Atmos, 3D-printed speakers, and various audio equipment from brands like Zu Audio, Sennheiser, Cambridge Audio, and Chord Electronics. The episode als…
- #61 - It's the end of hi-fi show coverage as we know it (and I feel fine)
In this episode of the Darko.Audio podcast, Srajan Ebaen from 6moons discusses the current state of hi-fi show coverage. They question the value of hi-fi show demonstrations and explore how their inherent limitations hinder the press from…
- #60 - Flatten your vinyl records w/ Pro-Ject (& more)
This episode of Darko.Audio discusses audio equipment, including Pro-Ject's Flatten It device for vinyl records. Other featured brands are Kinki Studio, Shanling, Meze, Musical Fidelity, and DMAX. The discussion is joined by Srajan Ebaen f…
- The Auralic Aquila X3 in more detail w/ Xuanqian Wang
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features Auralic's ex-CEO, Xuanqian Wang, discussing the Auralic Aquila X3 network streamer. The episode is sponsored by High-End Munich 2025.
- Laurence Dickie discusses Vivid Kaya 90, S12 loudspeakers
Laurence Dickie from Vivid Audio discusses the Vivid Kaya 90 and S12 loudspeakers. The episode is presented in association with Bowers & Wilkins TW IEMs.
- #59 - Back to the Future-Fi w/ AURALIC & more
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features a discussion with 6moons' Srajan Ebaen about audio equipment from brands such as AURALIC, Zu Audio, T+A, Aune, and FiiO.
- 10 hi-fi 'myths' busted by Eelco Grimm
Eelco Grimm joins the Darko.Audio podcast to address and debunk ten prevalent myths within the hi-fi audio community.
- #58 - Klipsch vs. OJAS + a CD transport that rips CDs
Episode 58 of the Darko.Audio podcast covers the Klipsch x OJAS kO-R1 speakers, Aune SR7000 and AR5000, Focal Diva Utopia, Singxer SA-90, Shanling CR60 CD transport, and Voxativ Hagen2 speakers.
- What's going on inside an €18,000 streaming DAC?
This episode previews the Grimm MU2 streaming DAC, an €18,000 unit. The discussion covers what is found inside this high-end audio device. A link to a review and Patreon details are also provided.
- #57 - Do they SUCK or do they BLOW? (+ Rotel, Pro-Ject & LAiV)
In episode #57 of the Darko.Audio podcast, Srajan Ebaen from 6moons discusses various audio products. Topics include Dyson, Rotel, LAiV, Astell&Kern, LessLoss, and Pro-Ject.
- 10 MORE hi-fi myths busted by Peter Comeau
In this episode of the Darko.Audio podcast, Peter Comeau from IAG addresses and debunks ten prevalent myths within the hi-fi industry.
- #56 - If EVERY hi-fi manufacturer did this... (+ FiiO, IKEA & Triangle)
In episode #56 of the Darko.Audio podcast, John Darko and guest Srajan Ebaen of 6moons discuss various hi-fi products and brands. Topics include the Meze Alba, Linear Tube Audio Velo & Aero, FiiO DM13 & K11, Palma DHS-1, IKEA MITTZON, and…
- #55 - We wish we'd known this earlier...
In episode #55 of the Darko.Audio podcast, Michael Lavorgna from Twittering Machines shares insights. The episode is sponsored by T+A.
- Small ROOM ACOUSTICS for beginners
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features Jesco Lohan discussing small room acoustics for beginners. Topics include RT60 measurements, bass response, speaker placement, and the use of room correction software.
- #54 - Best smartphone for wired headphones in 2024?
This Darko.Audio podcast episode covers the best smartphone for wired headphones in 2024. It includes discussions on the Sony Xperia 1 VI, Monacoustic, Fyne, Moondrop MIAD 01, Basel Acoustics, and Marantz Model M1, with timestamps provided…
- #53 - "Move over, Denafrips", more on Dolby Atmos™ + Record Store Day '24
This episode of Darko.Audio podcast discusses alternatives to Denafrips audio equipment, details on Dolby Atmos, Record Store Day 2024, and mentions LAiV DACs, Plexamp support on Audiolab, and Lindemann audio products.
- #52 - %THD: why is it MISLEADING?
John Darko and Srajan Ebaen of 6moons discuss Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), examining why this audio metric can be misleading.
- #51 - What are the differences between CLASS D, CLASS A/B and CLASS A amplifiers?
In episode #51 of the Darko.Audio podcast, John Darko and Srajan Ebaen of 6moons explore the differences between Class D, Class A/B, and Class A amplifiers. The discussion references several audio products including the Naim Uniti Nova Pow…
- #50: Yamaha, Rotel, Clayton Shaw & Scansonic HD
In episode #50 of the Darko.Audio podcast, John Darko and Srajan Ebaen of 6moons discuss various audio products. Topics include the Rotel RAS-5000, Yamaha HS3 and HS4 speakers, the Clayton Shaw Caladan, and Scansonic Q Series.
- pbthal.
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features pbthal. The episode is sponsored by Bluesound.
- #49 - Arcam, Marantz, Neumann, Acoustic Energy and Dutch & Dutch
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features a discussion with Srajan Ebaen of 6moons. The conversation covers various audio equipment, including brands like Arcam, Marantz, Neumann, Acoustic Energy, and Dutch & Dutch.
- #48 - FiiO FT3, iFi & aptX Lossless Bluetooth, HEDDphone 2 and AGD GaNTube
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features discussions on the FiiO FT3 headphones, iFi audio products including their approach to Bluetooth, and the HEDDphone 2.
- 10 HI-FI MYTHS BUSTED! w/ Peter Comeau
In this episode of the Darko.Audio podcast, host John Darko and guest Peter Comeau of IAG examine and debunk ten frequently discussed myths within the Hi-Fi community. The episode is supported by Bluesound.
- John & Srajan review the Zu DWX
Srajan Ebaen of 6moons discusses the Zu DWX speaker with John Darko on the Darko.Audio podcast. The episode is sponsored by Cambridge Audio and produced by Nick McCorriston.
- Campfire, Sennheiser, Sony, Roon & more w/ Alessandro Cortini
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features Alessandro Cortini. The discussion covers topics including Campfire, Sennheiser, Sony, and Roon.
- Schiit Urd (& Syn) w/ Jason Stoddard
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features Schiit Audio co-founder Jason Stoddard. The episode is produced by Nick McCorriston with music by Ben Pit.
- #47 - Rick Rubin on 60 mins, Dolby Atmos & audiophile red flags
In episode #47 of the Darko.Audio podcast, Michael Lavorgna discusses Rick Rubin
- David Morley talks ambient techno, R&S and Barry Lyndon
Electronic musician David Morley joins the Darko.Audio podcast to discuss ambient techno, R&S, and Barry Lyndon. The episode is supported by Cambridge Audio's Made by Music podcast.
- Sennheiser IE 900, IE 600 & IE 200: the what & the why
Jermo Köhnke from Sennheiser joins the podcast to discuss the IE 900, IE 600, and IE 200 models. The episode is supported by AudioQuest.
- #46 - AXPONA 2023 review + MQA goes into administration
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features a review of AXPONA 2023 with Michael Lavorgna. The discussion also covers the news of MQA entering administration.
- Why BIGGER loudspeakers are BETTER
Peter Comeau from IAG joins the Darko.Audio podcast to explain the advantages of larger loudspeakers. The episode is supported by AudioQuest.
- #45 - Made in China + Why no negative reviews?
This episode of the Darko.Audio podcast features Michael Lavorgna discussing 'Made in China' and the reasons behind the lack of negative reviews. The episode is produced by Nick McCorriston with music by Ben Pit.
- Using a portable audio player as a music server and/or streamer?
John Darko talks with Srajan Ebaen of 6moons about the use of portable audio players as music servers or streamers. The episode is sponsored by Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2.
- Bluetooth STILL can't do hi-res audio BUT...
This episode features Jez Ford from Sound + Image discussing the limitations of Bluetooth audio concerning high-resolution sound quality.
- John & Srajan review the SHANLING M3 ULTRA
John Darko and Srajan Ebaen of 6moons review the SHANLING M3 ULTRA portable music player. This episode is supported by Marantz.
- #44 - Room Acoustics + dCS, Schiit, Wharfedale & Campfire
This episode of Darko.Audio podcast features Michael Lavorgna from Twittering Machines discussing room acoustics, dCS, Schiit, Wharfedale, and Campfire.
- #43 - Is vinyl REALLY outselling CDs? Do 'audiophile' network switches REALLY sound better?
In episode 43 of the Darko.Audio podcast, Michael Lavorgna discusses the sales figures of vinyl records versus CDs. The conversation also addresses whether specialized network switches impact the sound quality for audiophiles.
- Berlin's techno connection w/ Heiko Hoffmann
Heiko Hoffmann, a music journalist and curator, joins the Darko.Audio podcast to discuss Berlin's techno scene. Hoffmann's experience includes editing Groove magazine and curating the 'No Photos on the Dance Floor!' exhibition on Berlin cl…
- 10 years of this Schiit w/ Jason Stoddard
with Schiit co-founder Jason Stoddard 👉🏻 This episode is brought to you by Marantz: https://bit.ly/3BKcJyS PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko Producer: Nick McCorriston Music: Ben Pit -- https://soundcloud.com/beniospit/hybrid-rh…
- #42 - Thorens TD1500, NVIDIA Shield TV Pro & CAF 2022
With Twittering Machines' Michael Lavorgna. 👉🏻 This episode is brought to you by AudioQuest: https://www.audioquest.com/mythicalcreatures/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko https://www.patreon.com/michaellavorgna Show notes: htt…
- John & Srajan review the Meze 109 Pro
with 6moons' Srajan Ebaen. 👉🏻 This episode is brought to you by Marantz: https://bit.ly/3BKcJyS BUY Meze 109 Pro: 🛒 (US) https://howl.me/cirdIUxqzK2 PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko SHOW NOTES: https://darko.audio/2022/11/podc…
- The C 3050LE isn't your father's NAD amplifier(but sure as hell looks like it)
w/ NAD's Product Manager Cas Oostvogel 👉🏻 This episode is brought to you by Marantz: https://bit.ly/3BKcJyS PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko SHOW NOTES: https://darko.audio/2022/10/the-c-3050-le-isnt-your-fathers-nad-amplifier/…
- #41 - IKEA Obegränsad, Roon 2.0 & Talking Heads in Dolby Atmos
With Twittering Machines' Michael Lavorgna. PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko https://www.patreon.com/michaellavorgna Show notes: https://darko.audio/2022/10/podcast-41-ikea-obergransad-roon-2-0-talking-heads-in-dolby-atmos/ Produ…
- Inside the MISSION 770 & 700 w/ designer Peter Comeau
with IAG's Peter Comeau. 👉🏻 This episode is brought to you by Marantz: https://bit.ly/3BKcJyS PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/johndarko SHOW NOTES: https://darko.audio/2022/10/podcast-inside-the-mission-770-700-w-designer-peter-comeau/…