Pete Davey, Author at Positive Feedback

PS Audio BHK 600 Mono Amplifiers

Pete Davey — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 23:50:31 +0000

It's not often that I get the opportunity to review an amplifier that harkens back to the days of yore—big, heavy, power hungry. It's a fun exercise to cleanse ones palate, so to speak, of all of the Class D amps I've been using lately. There was a period of time where I didn't enjoy... Read More »

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Clarisys Audio Minuet Loudspeakers

Pete Davey — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 21:04:39 +0000

I can't believe it! They are finally here. From people that know me, you shouldn't be surprised that I have another ribbon speaker in my listening room. This has been a long journey, and started with Apogees back in the mid 2000s where I fell on the Apogee refurbishment journey. I had a few Divas,... Read More »

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Neurochrome Purifi 1ET400A / Hypex NC500 Input Buffer

Pete Davey — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 22:51:09 +0000

Hi Folks! Not in your typical fashion here but I have a quick review based on a module meant for the DIY folks. See, I've been on a journey to build my own amplifiers using *gasp* Class D modules readily available from a few different sources. I've built ICE-based amplifiers, some nondescript "chip amps" (which... Read More »

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PureAudioProject Quintet15 Speaker System

Pete Davey — Wed, 25 May 2022 17:28:44 +0000

Wow! It's been a while. If you are interested in Pure Audio Project or never heard of it, I suggest you read my older review of the Trio 15 speaker system HERE. That was written back in 2019. I loved that setup; a very open / wide soundstage with the pleasantness and tonality that open... Read More »

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Long Island Record Care Cable Elevators

Pete Davey — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 19:08:57 +0000

Back when I moved last year into a home with a larger dedicated listening room, I wanted to spruce things up a bit and get some real cable elevators. I've had some in the past that were DIY style, and they worked, but weren't all that aesthetically pleasing. They did the job nonetheless, but it... Read More »

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Keces Audio P8 Linear Power Supply and BP-2400 Balanced Isolation Power Conditioner

Pete Davey — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 02:37:06 +0000

Keces Audio (stylized KECES) is a high end audio audio manufacturer based out of Taiwan. They curate several different components, mostly focused around power (both creation and conditioning), so this review will be in two parts. One for the BP-2400 Balanced Isolation Power Conditioner, and the other for the P8 Linear DC Power Supply (Dual... Read More »

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PureAudioProject Trio15 Speaker System

Pete Davey — Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:10:51 +0000

I've had the honor of having experienced the PureAudioProject "Trio" system for a while now, and it is one of the most eye-opening experiences I have in a long time. I have reviewed lots of speaker systems as well as other ancillary systems, but none of them have captured the essence of the music like... Read More »

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TriangleArt Ultimate TA-350M Monoblock Amplifiers

Pete Davey — Sat, 02 Mar 2019 04:23:31 +0000

Tubes or Solid State? That question alone divides us audiophiles—at its most basic level it's telling a story about your preferences, as there is no doubt about the pros and cons of both technologies. I will say that solid state (Class D, especially) has come a long way, but there really is nothing more captivating... Read More »

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Ryan Speakers S840 Loudspeakers

Pete Davey — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 23:15:55 +0000

So it goes like this…. A few years ago I was at a high end audio trade show, where you do the usual rounds asking your acquaintances "what do you like so far?" and time after time I kept hearing "The Ryan Speakers room." Sometimes this happens where I hear about a room this way and... Read More »

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Tri-Planar U12 Tonearm

Pete Davey — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 22:13:21 +0000

If you are reading this article, it means you are at least interested in vinyl playback. Be prepared for an amazing rabbit-hole that will lead you to the holy grail if you are prepared to spend some money. I say that to keep the discussion honest, a proper vinyl playback rig can get costly. Is... Read More »

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Gold Note PH-10 Phono Stage and PSU-10 External Power Supply

Pete Davey — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 20:45:23 +0000

If you're an avid reader of Positive Feedback, you may be thinking—Déjà vu? Yes, this phono stage has been reviewed not once, but twice by different staff of the magazine (HERE and HERE). Timing wasn't right for me to be the third (of the original reviews), but I had to see what this thing was... Read More »

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AGD Production Vivace GaNTube Monoblock Amplifiers

Pete Davey — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 23:23:38 +0000

I hear this term thrown around loosely... "disruptive product," sometimes appropriately used... however in this case, we have a winner. I've been on a mission lately, unintentional as it may seem, to be reviewing Class-D based amplifiers. Talk about a dirty word. I've had so many in an out of here, my head is spinning.... Read More »

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ESS Laboratories 12" AMT Series Loudspeakers

Pete Davey — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 21:12:13 +0000

Part 1 - The Review You know, it's not every day you get the opportunity to review something as legendary as the ESS speaker. It reminded me of my journey with Jantzen speakers long ago, it can be a tad intimidating as there is just so much rich history about the brand that you want... Read More »

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PS Audio Stellar M700 Mono Amplifiers

Pete Davey — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 23:11:03 +0000

Gosh, it sees that lately I've been inundated with Class D topology amplifiers. Several here for review, pending. Each one with their own style and power. The latest lightweight contenders come from PS Audio, a company well versed in the high end audio scene (and very well respected). Now, when I hear the words PS... Read More »

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Audio Desk Systeme Premium Ultrasonic Vinyl Cleaner PRO

Pete Davey — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 18:38:13 +0000

You know, every once in a while, one of those "disruptive" products that come to the market that make you think "Why didn't I think of that", or "I thought of that!"... enter one of the original ultrasonic record cleaners. Since the release of the original Audio Desk system several years ago, there have been... Read More »

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Clarus Audiophile Collection - Crimson Cables

Pete Davey — Tue, 24 Jul 2018 22:51:40 +0000

I enjoy a good challenge. Whenever a cable review comes my way, I accept wholeheartedly knowing that it will be quite the adventure. I say this because reviewing cables comes with quite the controversy. People seem to have an open mind when it comes to devices with circuitry with respect to a review, maybe because... Read More »

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SVS SB16-Ultra Subwoofer

Pete Davey — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 23:51:11 +0000

You know the phrase "size matters", I'm sure you've heard it before. Does it matter with a speaker? If you're attempting to reproduce low frequencies, you bet it does. Most of the time I've had subwoofers not larger than 10". I was always under the impression that if you go too large, that you would... Read More »

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Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier

Pete Davey — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:22:09 +0000

I've had my fair chance at messing with all sorts of amplifier technologies, from Class A, to AB, D, even T—you name it, and each one carries their own sonic signature. To this day, I still have a soft spot for Class A/B designs, only due to their sonic signature and efficiency. Class A is... Read More »

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My Digital Journey and the Mytek Brooklyn DAC

Pete Davey — Sun, 07 May 2017 17:19:06 +0000

Nothing beats the convenience of digital music. For many years, I have stored and played back digital music (before the MP3) because of how easy it was. I loved having a huge collection of music just to play at the tip of my fingertips. Not only that, but it caused a surge of new music... Read More »

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Scansonic MB-5 Loudspeakers

Pete Davey — Sun, 07 May 2017 16:28:06 +0000

There has always been something magical about the Raidho line of speakers. Why do I mention Raidho in an article about Scansonic speakers? Great question—well, if you didn't know, these are designed by Michael Børresen, the same designer of the Raidho line of speakers! This is, admittedly, what attracted me to these speakers in the... Read More »

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Spiritual Audio VX-12 Power Conditioner

Pete Davey — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 02:44:12 +0000

Power conditioning products, like the Spiritual Audio VX-12 under review here, are still one of the most esoteric high end audio products produced today. I say that because they contain some very intricate designs that are usually so proprietary, some of them are sealed from anyone being able to peek inside. I know that can be... Read More »

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Angel City Audio Seraphim Loudspeaker

Pete Davey — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 23:25:21 +0000

A few times a year there comes a revolutionary product from a vendor. Sometimes it's a well known vendor with the usual high-dollar offerings. With those, it's usually an automatic—"well, they have the money since their products are not cheap" so the logic is maybe they didn't skimp on R&D? But when the underdogs come... Read More »

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Phoenix Engineering LLC RoadRunner and Eagle PSU

Pete Davey — Tue, 20 Oct 2015 08:50:35 +0000

You would be surprised if you actually measured your turntable's platter. It may be several RPM off and you didn't even know it. I started to get suspicious when I was listening to some music and the pitch just seemed a little off. I'm guessing not everyone has the ability to discern a pitch-shift but... Read More »

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PS Audio Power Plant P10

Pete Davey — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 23:42:52 +0000

I may have said this before, but I'll say it again… all of these amazing cables you have in your system (as beautifully constructed as they are) will not amount to much if you have garbage power coming into your room. This probably goes for 99% of you reading this where you don't have the... Read More »

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Blue Circle RPD-15 DC Offset Blocker

Pete Davey — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 03:38:53 +0000

It's interesting, to wonder about the electricity that enters your home, and the overall effect it can have on your audio reproduction system. I think most people put it "out of sight out of mind," as they may feel there isn't anything they can do to improve upon it, but there is. Just like tap... Read More »

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