HiFi TODAY

India's Audio & Video Magazine

Sridhar Vootla

I have been an audio enthusiast ever since early 90’s when I got an Akai/Bush boombox with a CD player and a video enthusiast soon after in 1992 when I got a Sony Dolby Prologic receiver and a stereo Hi-fi VCR with a 32” CRT TV. Evidently, I have come a long way from that point and during the journey I also began reviewing audio equipment as a professional reviewer for Internet based magazines, about a decade ago.

However, far from being just a gear head, I also thoroughly enjoy the listening aspect of this wonderful hobby with a diverse and eclectic taste in music, but with a predilection for 60’s Jazz. I find that there is no better relaxation after a long day like wallowing in a well recorded musical performance or watching an entertaining movie, in high definition. People always refer to the Golden age of Hi-fi as some time in the past, but for me, it is right here, right now and I plan to enjoy both music and movies for a long time to come.

Thiyaga Hybrid Integrated Amplifier, MS-610 Loudspeakers & Thallam Audio Cables

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Make in India!: I am sure most of you have heard about this initiative to spur the Indian economy, introduced by our Prime Minister in September 2014. This is the first thing that came to my mind when I talked to Siva Kumar of Acoustic Portrait/Corrson while discussing equipment for review.  In this niche hobby of ours, dominated by foreign made brands, it was refreshing to … [Read more...] about Thiyaga Hybrid Integrated Amplifier, MS-610 Loudspeakers & Thallam Audio Cables

Audioquest Castle Rock Water and Yukon Cables Review

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In summarizing my visit to the 2016 What Hi-fi show and listing some of my preferred systems, I mentioned the Audio One room with Dali loudspeakers paired with Arcam and Marantz electronics.  The exact words I used in describing the sound quality of this system was "great stereo imaging, smooth highs and taut bass". Now as most of you know for a system to sound good, the … [Read more...] about Audioquest Castle Rock Water and Yukon Cables Review

What Hi-Fi Banglore 2016 Show Report

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The second What Hi*fi? Sound and Vision show was held in Bangalore on August 19 -21, 2016.  I remember last year Bangalore’s weather being cooler and pleasant to this year’s slightly humid and warmer climate. Global warming perhaps?  Regardless the venue was excellent - The Ritz Carlton Hotel – same as the last time.  The show was divided into 2 floors, the 2nd floor featuring … [Read more...] about What Hi-Fi Banglore 2016 Show Report

LD Systems SAT 62 A G2 Active Monitor Loudspeaker Review

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Though not very well known in domestic audio circles, LD Systems of Germany is a pro audio manufacturer with an extensive product portfolio which has been in business for more than 35 years. They are part of the Adam Hall group, a large pro audio manufacturer that has been around for nearly half a century.  When I was contacted by Mr. Aniket Mane, Deputy Manager of Marketing … [Read more...] about LD Systems SAT 62 A G2 Active Monitor Loudspeaker Review

Cary 200TS Digital to Analog Converter Review

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The cover page on the January 1994 issue of Stereophile Magazine featured two amplifiers, the Cary CAD-805 SET tube monoblock amplifier and the Krell KSA-300S solid state amplifier, with the caption "If either of these amplifiers is Right ---- the other must be WRONG."  I am not sure which one was wrong but the CAD-805 amplifier, designed by Dennis Had of Cary Audio Design, has … [Read more...] about Cary 200TS Digital to Analog Converter Review