Podcast appearances and mentions of Mitch Anderson

Host Mitch Anderson interviews IsoAcoustics' Sean Morrison and Matt Reilly about hi-fi isolation, vibration control, and why speakers, tube amps, turntables, and audio components may perform better when properly isolated. From floating a CBC Radio studio on 3,000 pucks to becoming an OEM solution for more than 50 hi-fi manufacturers, IsoAcoustics explains why the quietest product in your system might be doing more than you think.Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, SVS! www.svsound.com• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #isoacoustics #soundisolation #proaudiohacks #recordlathe #blackcircleradio #vinylcommunity  #ecoustics #audiophile #homelistening

In this episode, Matt Yocum, an SVS artist and working film sound engineer, explains how modern movie soundtracks are built and why low frequency clarity plays a critical role in shaping the final experience. Drawing on his work across major film and television projects, Yocum discusses how much of what audiences hear is created in post production, how he approaches mixing for the LFE channel using SVS subwoofers, including the SB 4000, and why he often relies on dual subwoofer setups instead of one. The conversation also explores why SVS has become part of his workflow and what that says about the demands of contemporary film sound design. Learn more about Matt and SVS here:https://www.svsound.com/blogs/artist-spotlight/svs-featured-producer-matt-yocum-movie-and-tv-sound-engineer• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#svs #hifi #lowendmixing #2026subwoofers #soundforfilm #hometheater #svsspeakers #svssubwoofers #ecoustics #audiophile #homelistening #soundforfilm

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, William Jennings, Personal Audio Editor at eCoustics, shares his impressions of the headphone and tube gear landscape at the show, focusing on what stood out in real listening conditions. The conversation highlights key trends in personal audio, the continued role of tube amplification, and the products that earned his Best in Show consideration, offering a clear and practical take on where the category is heading and what is worth paying attention to.Thank you to SVS for sponsoring this episode!Host: Mitch Anderson, eCoustics ProducerGuest: William Jennings, eCoustics Headphone & Portables EditorTime Keeper: Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEOCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#wirelessheadphones #headphoneindustry #2026headphones #audiophile #hifi #tubeamplification #musicindustrynews #ecoustics #hifinews #headfi #earbuds #vinylcommunity #axpona2026

Two episodes in one!Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, Karlee Little, Social Media and Gaming Relations at Audeze, walks through the new LCD S20 closed back headphones and what sets them apart in the current lineup. The discussion covers the fundamentals of the design, including how SLAM technology works, what listeners should expect from a fully analog and passive headphone, and where this model fits for both gaming and music use.Guest:Karlee Little, Social Media & Gaming Relations - AudezeCo-hosted by: Mitch Anderson, Producer - eCousticsWilliam Jennings, Headphone & Portables Editor - eCousticsAlso recorded at AXPONA 2026, Jeremy Longwell, Owner and Founder of Prosper Cables, discusses how he got started building cables and why he chose to focus on that side of the hi-fi world. The conversation looks at the realities of running a small business in the audio industry, including the role social media plays in building awareness and trust, along with what he has learned about cable design and performance through the process. It is a grounded perspective on a part of the hobby that often sparks debate but remains essential to system building.Guest: Prosper Cables - Jeremy Longwell, Owner/FounderHosted by Mitch Anderson, Producer - eCousticsCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#headfi #headphones #ecoustics #hifi #audeze #prospercables #musicindustry #gamingheadphones #audiocables #blackcircleradio #sourceoflightandpower #axpona2026 

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, this episode features Kendall Costello, Sales Operation Analyst at Loewe, and Amir Hejazi, Senior Engineer at Loewe, discussing the company's latest TVs and headphone lineup. The conversation focuses on design priorities, key features, and how Loewe is positioning its products in a competitive premium market, with insight into how engineering and product strategy come together across both categories.Guests:Kendall Costello, Loewe Sales Operation AnalystAmir Hejazi, Loewe Sr. EngineerChris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-LargeBrian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEOCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#loewetelevision #luxurytv  #headfi #headphones #wirelessheadphones #ecoustics #hifi #luxuryaudio #axpona2026 #2026tvs

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, HiFi Bear unboxes the T10 Bespoke eCoustics Special Edition In-ear Computers, a custom release created for a show floor raffle. This episode focuses on the design, presentation, and what sets this limited edition apart, offering a first look at a unique collaboration built specifically for the event. Oh yeah, they sound great too.Panel:Hi-fi Bear - T10 BespokeCaptain Kangaroo - eCoustics ProducerCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#t10bespoke #inearcomputer #IEM #headfi #headphones #wirelessearbuds #ecoustics #hifi #bespoke #luxuryaudio #axpona2026

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, Lenny Coco of Mobile Fidelity Distribution discusses why vinyl still holds relevance in a digital first world, and how it fits alongside modern streaming habits. The conversation avoids framing the formats as competitors and instead looks at how each serves a different role for listeners, with Coco offering his perspective as both an industry insider and music fan. In the end, the focus stays on what matters most: the connection to the music, regardless of how it is delivered.Sponsor: Please check out the latest SVS subwoofers, speakers and more.Panel:Lenny CoCo - MOFIMitch Anderson, Co-Host & eCoustics Podcast ProducerBrian Mitchell, Co-Host & eCoustics Founder & CEOCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#axpona2026 #mofi #mobilefidelity #vinylcommunity #ecoustics #turntables #hifi

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, eCoustics Editor in-Chief Ian White shares a straightforward take on what he saw and heard across the show. This episode covers the systems and brands that delivered, including QUAD, ATC, DeVore Fidelity, Advance Paris, Focal, Michell, Unison Research, TEAC, Amphion, and Dynaudio, along with a look at rooms and products that were less convincing. It is an honest assessment of what worked in real listening conditions, what felt overpriced, and how the gap between performance and cost continues to shape the high-end audio market.Sponsor: Please check out the latest SVS subwoofers, speakers and more at svsound.com.Panel:Ian White, eCoustics Editor-in-ChiefMitch Anderson, Co-Host & eCoustics Podcast ProducerBrian Mitchell, Co-Host & eCoustics Founder & CEOCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#ecoustics #axpona2026

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, this episode brings together Cornelius and Jamie O'Callaghan of the IAG Hi-Fi Division for a deep dive into the legacy and future of QUAD's electrostatic loudspeakers, including the ESL 2912X. We break down what makes electrostatic panel speakers fundamentally different from traditional designs, why QUAD has remained committed to the technology for decades, and how the latest generation improves on transparency, dispersion, and real world usability. The conversation also explores how these iconic speakers fit into a modern hi-fi landscape increasingly dominated by compact and wireless solutions, and why QUAD continues to attract listeners who care more about realism than convenience.Sponsor: Please check out the latest SVS subwoofers, speakers and more.Panel:Jamie O'Callaghan, IAG Hi-Fi Division, Global Head of Sales & MarketingCornelius, IAG Hi-Fi Division, Product SpecialistMitch Anderson, Co-Host & eCoustics Podcast ProducerBrian Mitchell, Co-Host & eCoustics Founder & CEORelated links:https://www.ecoustics.com/products/quad-esl-2912x/https://quad-hifi.co.ukCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#quad #axpona2026

In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Pries, owner of The Electric Kitsch record store in Bay City, Michigan and working musician (he wrote our podcast theme song!), for a clear eyed look at what it takes to survive and stay relevant through 14 years of industry shifts and the rise of Record Store Day. From the early days of RSD to today's global frenzy, Jordan breaks down what has changed, what has not, and what customers rarely see, including the financial realities, supply chain headaches, and the role RSD plays in keeping the lights on. We also explore how running a shop intersects with life as a musician, shaping how music is valued on both sides of the counter, and whether Record Store Day still delivers for the independent stores it was built to support or just makes for one very long Saturday.In the Episode:Jordan Pries (Arc of All), Owner of The Electric KitschMitch Anderson, ProducerCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All.Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #RSD2026 #RecordStoreDay #vinylcommunity #electrickitsch #podcast #ecoustics #blackcircleradio #sourceoflightandpower #blackcircleradio #solp #bcr #instavinyl #vinylcommunity #brickandmortar #smallbusiness #michiganbusiness #musicindustrynews

Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, the team from SVS breaks down their latest powered subwoofer, the SVS 3000 Micro R|Evolution, and why this compact design hits harder than it has any right to. We dig into the engineering behind the output, the tradeoffs of going small without sacrificing performance, and the bigger question hanging over it all is whether SVS is quietly undercutting its own lineup with each new release that raises the bar and resets expectations.Guests: Gary Yacoubian & Nick BrownCo-Hosted by: Mitch Anderson & Brian MitchellCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#svs3000revolution #svsspeakers #svssubs #audiophile #hifihappyhour #hifi #2026speakers #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #speakerdesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #musictech #AXPONA2026

If you're lining up for Record Store Day 2026, this episode focuses on the one name that matters most: Zev Feldman, known as The Jazz Detective. Best known for his first-release live recordings of Bill Evans on Resonance and Elemental, Feldman has already delivered 14 Evans RSD titles, with a 15th arriving April 18.For Record Store Day 2026, he goes further than ever with 11 new jazz releases (including the Evans) across Resonance, Elemental, and Time Traveler Recordings, the label he co founded to bring back rare and hard to find 1970s jazz albums from the Muse catalog. This is not filler for collectors. It is a serious expansion of what Record Store Day can deliver.Join Eric Pye and Mitch Anderson as they break down the full slate, the continued demand for the Bill Evans RSD series, and the reality of tracking down and restoring lost recordings. At the center is Feldman's latest discovery, a deep archive from legendary Chicago club owner Joe Segal, now driving an ongoing series of never before heard live albums, with five debuting for RSD 2026. If you care about jazz, vinyl, and making smart choices before the lines form, this conversation gives you a real advantage.RESONANCE RECORDS• Joe Henderson  – Consonance: Live at the Jazz Showcase  3-LP set featuring saxophone titan Joe Henderson and his quartet with pianist Joanne Brackeen, bassist Steve Rodby and drummer Danny Spencer captured in February of 1978. Liners by John Koenig, reflections by Brackeen, Rodby and Spencer, but Joe Segal's son Wayne.• Ahmad Jamal – At The Jazz Showcase: Live in Chicago 2-LP set featuring the iconic pianist with bassist John Heard and drummer Frank Gant on March 20-21, 1976. Newly curated liner notes by Jamal scholar Eugene Holley, Jr. with memories from Jamal's daughter Sumayah and appreciations from pianists Joe Alterman and Fred Hersch. • Yusef Lateef – Alight Upon The Lake: Live at the Jazz Showcase 3-LP set featuring Lateef with pianist Kenny Barron, bassist Bob Cunningham and drummer Albert "Tootie" Heath captured live in June of 1975. Liner notes by Lateef biographer Herb Boyd, plus interviews with Bennie Maupin, Wayne Segal and more.• Mal Waldron – Stardust & Starlight: At The Jazz Showcase2-LP set featuring Waldron with bassist Steve Rodby, drummer Wilbur “the Chief” Campbell, and saxophonist Sonny Stitt captured in August 1979. Newly curated liner notes by Howard Mandel, interviews with pianist Lafayette Gilchrist, bassist Steve Rodby, Wayne Segal and more.TIME TRAVELER RECORDINGS • Terry Callier – At The Earl of Old Town2-LP set featuring the influential singer/songwriter at just 22-years-old.  A compelling never-before-released 1967 solo performance, recorded by NEA Jazz Master Joe Segal. The package includes comprehensive liner notes by Callier's longtime friend, Real Jazz Sirius/XM program director Mark Ruffin and comments by daughter Sunny Callier. • Roy Hargrove – BERNRecorded at the International Jazzfestival Bern, Switzerland in May 2000, the album captures a vital, previously unissued Roy Hargrove date showcasing the then 30-year-old trumpeter/bandleader at the height of his powers. The package features extensive liner notes by noted jazz journalist/author Nate Chinen.• Buster Williams – PinnacleWilliams' celebrated 1975 debut album will be reissued for the first time by Time Traveler Recordings' Muse Master Edition Series. Package includes original 1975 notes by Elliot Meadow, new liners by noted journalist Mike Flynn and a rare period photo by Raymond Ross. ELEMENTAL RECORDS• Michel Petrucciani – Kuumbwa (Europe only)2-LP set capturing a fiery 1987 performance at Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz, California. The first Petrucciani release among the label's many jazz treasures, the recording features the legendary pianist with bassist Dave Holland and drummer Eliot Zigmund. The thoughtfully annotated set includes reflections by pianist's son Alexandre Petrucciani, drummer Eliot Zigmund, Italian pianist Enrico Pieranunzi, journalist Thierry Pérémarti, and Kuumbwa Co-Founder Tim Jackson.• Bill Evans at the BBC2-LP set featuring spellbinding, intimate music from a 1965 performance showcasing the legendary pianist's trio with bassist Chuck Israels and drummer Larry Bunker which aired on the British TV program Jazz 625, hosted by English trumpet player Humphrey Lyttelton. The comprehensive package includes notes by Evans scholar Marc Myers, appreciations by Jamie Cullum and James Pearson, and an interview with Israels who told Marc Myers, “Yes, we were damn near perfect at the BBC."• Cecil Taylor Unit – Fragments, The Complete 1969 Salle Pleyel Concerts 3-LP set featuring two explosive never-before released Cecil Taylor Unit performances featuring the avant-jazz pianist's 1969 Unit with saxophonist Jimmy Lyons, saxophonist/flutist Sam Rivers and drummer Andrew Cyrille at their creative peak. The expansive package includes notes by Taylor biographer Philip Freeman, memories from drummer Andrew Cyrille and appreciations from Karen Borca, Matthew Shipp, Jack DeJohnette and more.• Freddie King – Feeling Alright: The Complete 1975 Nancy Jazz Pulsation Concerts3-LP set featuring the blues legend Freddie King live before more than 50,000 fans in October 1975, the final full year of his life. Joining King are organist Alvin Hemphill, guitarist Ed Lively, pianist Lewis Stephens, bassist Benny Turner and drummer Calep Emphrey. The deluxe package features appreciations from his daughter, Wanda King, as well as ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons, plus liner notes by author Cary Baker. The set documents an essential blues artist whose ferocious guitar tone, commanding singing, and genre-bridging vision helped reshape modern blues and rock.hank you to our sponsor SVS for supporting this episode!https://www.svsound.comIn the Episode:Zev Feldman, Elemental, Time Traveler, and Resonance RecordsEric Pye, Vintage Audio ColumnistMitch Anderson, ProducerCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All.Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #RSD2026 #RecordStoreDay #vinylcommunity #analogreissue #podcast #ecoustics #blackcircleradio #audioloveyyc #instavinyl #vinylcommunity #resonancerecords #elementalrecords #timetravelerrecordings #musicindustrynews

Join Chord Electronics' digital audio consultant Rob Watts as he dives deep into the challenges of reproducing lifelike sound from 16-bit/44.1kHz PCM. From his groundbreaking DAC designs—spanning $650 to $20,000—to why off-the-shelf chips can't compete, Rob explains how his unique approach goes beyond conventional measurement-based audio engineering. He also previews Chord's next flagship product, the Quartet M Scaler, which will build on the Hugo M Scaler, and shares his thoughts on DSD, the importance of cables, and hidden sonic factors like RF and power supply issues. Even 45 years after the CD's debut, there's still high-resolution audio left to uncover.Sponsors: Thank you to our sponsors SVS & ShurePanel:Rob Watts, Digital Audio Consultant, Chord ElectronicsBrian Mitchell, Host & eCoustics FounderCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com#ecoustics #dacs #chordelectronics #audioengineering #digitalaudio #musicstreaming #hifi #audiophile 

Japan has become the world's most in demand travel destination since the pandemic, but beyond cherry blossoms, bullet trains, Lawson runs, anime and those dangerously good 7-Eleven egg salad sandwiches, there's a deeper pull that audiophiles can't ignore.In this episode of the eCoustics podcast, resident Japanophile Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) and reluctant future convert Mitch Anderson (@blackcircleradio) go all in on Japan's cultural gravity and its quiet takeover of audio: the pilgrimage to e-Earphone, late night jazz kissa listening rooms, Technics heritage, Three Blind Mice pressings, JICO styli, portable travel rigs, flying JAL, record hunting in back alleys, and why Japan still treats music as ritual instead of background noise. This isn't tourism hype it's immersion, listening culture, and what the rest of us may have forgotten.Links for further information:Japanese Jazz Kissa and the Art of the Piano Trio: Exit to Vintage StreetJazz Kissa Culture Goes Global: Exit to Vintage StreetJazz City online store: Purchase Jazz Kissa magazines and booksTokyo Jazz Joints website@jazz_kissa on InstagramThank you to our sponsor SVS & Shure for supporting this episode!https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.shure.comIn the Episode:Eric Pye, Vintage Audio ColumnistMitch Anderson, ProducerCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All.Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Music, Home Theater, and Headphone news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #jazzkissa #japanesejazz #vinylcommunity #consumerelectronics #podcast #jico #ecousticsd #blackcircleradio #audioloveyyc #instavinyl #vinylcommunity

Vacuum tubes are supposed to be extinct yet here we are in 2026 still arguing swapping and occasionally getting electrocuted. In this episode Mitch Anderson, Eric Pye, and Jeremy Sikora strip the romance out of valves and talk about why they still matter without leaning on lazy audiophile clichés. The discussion cuts through tube rolling reality versus placebo and the ongoing new production versus NOS debate. It also looks at why Ray Tubes are suddenly on everyone's radar and what Jeremy's amp building class at the American Wireless Communication Museum teaches you that spec sheets never will.Along the way, we connect the dots between Talk Talk's obsessive studio craft, Miles Davis with Jimmy Cobb's unshakable timing, and the Tron soundtrack, while getting very real about tube amp safety; from blown parts to painful zaps, because high voltage does not care how experienced you think you are.Thank you to SVS and Shure for their support of our programming!https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.shure.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.https://www.ecoustics.com#raytubes #vacuumtubes #audiovalves #vinylcommunity #audioloveyyc #budgetaudiophiler #blackcircleradio #ecoustics #hifi #audiophile #hometheater #listeningroom #musicindustry #analogaudio 

eCoustics Vintage Editor Eric Pye and Producer Mitch Anderson sit down with Dave Kelley, President of KLH, for a grounded conversation on loudspeaker design, KLH's history, and how a legacy brand operates in today's market without leaning on nostalgia as a crutch.The discussion traces the influence of Henry Kloss, the shared DNA linking Klipsch, Kelley, Kyocera, and KLH, and how those ideas continue to inform real-world speaker engineering. Attention turns to KLH's current lineup—specifically the Model Three, Model Five, and Model Seven—with the Five and Seven competing for Eric's eCoustics 2025 Editors' Choice Floorstanding Loudspeakers vote based on listening, not legacy. If you want a clear-eyed look at where KLH has been and why its modern speakers still deserve serious consideration, this episode delivers without the marketing gloss.Thank you to SVS and Shure for their support of our programming!https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.shure.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.https://www.ecoustics.com#KLHspeakers #vinylcommunity #audioloveyyc #KLHModelSeven #ecoustics #hifi #audiophile #hometheater #listeningroom #musicindustry #loudspeakerdesign #HIFIHistory

Fresh off a week in Las Vegas, the eCoustics team breaks down the CES 2026 Best in Show award winners across speakers, soundbars, wireless audio, TVs, home theater projectors, and headphones, explaining who stood out, why these products impressed us in controlled demo booth conditions, and what those design and performance choices are likely to cost you when they hit the market later in 2026.  View all Best in Show CES 2026 Awards:https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-ces-2026/Panel:Brian Mitchell, Host and eCoustics FounderChris Boylan, Editor at LargeRobert Silva, News Correspondent Mitch Anderson, ProducerCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#ces2026 #cesconvention #audiophile #hifi #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #projectors #4ktv #luxuryaudio #luxuryav #inwallspeakers #2026tvs #consumertech #futuretech #multimedianews

If you want music in every room without juggling multiple apps, this is your episode. HEOS isn't just in Denon and Marantz gear — it's built into a growing ecosystem of speakers, AVRs, soundbars, and components across the Harman Lifestyle portfolio. It's become a serious multi-room, multi-zone streaming platform with Hi-Res audio, major music services, stereo pairing, and full Alexa/Google voice-assistant support.Phil Jones of Harman Lifestyle joins us to lay out what HEOS can really do — including the tricks Sonos, BluOS, and WiiM would probably prefer you didn't mention. Simple to run, surprisingly deep, and absolutely worth a fresh look.Thank you to our sponsor SVS for a phenomenal year of collaboration and support of our programming! https://www.svsound.comOn the panel:Brian Mitchell, Founder & CEOChris Boylan, Editor at LargePhil Jones, Harman LifestyleCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com#ecoustics #avtrends #heos #musicstreaming #multiroomstreaming #networkstreaming #denon #marantz #qobuz #hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #hometheater #dolbyatmos #headphones #vinylcommunity #harmanlifestyle

In this episode, the eCoustics team cut through a year of hype, delays, and eyebrow-raising price hikes to talk about the products that genuinely moved the needle across hi-fi, head-fi, and home theater. We cover the TVs and projectors that finally earned their bragging rights, the headphones and earbuds that didn't just chase trends, and the loudspeakers and portable gear that reminded us why good engineering still matters.It's a wide-ranging, candid discussion about what impressed us.And because the timing couldn't be better, the ink is barely dry on our massive eCoustics Editors' Choice awards list. If you want to know which products actually earned a spot—and which ones quietly didn't—you'll want to listen first, then check the list.Less hype. More perspective. And no participation trophies.Thank you to our sponsor SVS for a phenomenal year of collaboration and support of our programming! https://www.svsound.comOn the panel:Brian Mitchell, Founder & CEOChris Boylan, Editor at LargeW. Jennings, Sr. Portables EditorEric Pye, Contributor / IG Influencer @audioloveyycEalan Osborne, Mr. eCoustically SpeakingMitch Anderson, Podcast ProducerProducts mentioned:Chris Boylan:> Sony Bravia 8 II> Hisense L9Q UST> Kaleidescape Strato E and Strato V> Denon AVR-X3800H> Samsung Micro RGB> Dirac Acoustic Room TreatmentEalan Osborne:> Sony STR-AZ7000ES> Google Eclipsa> DTS:X Profile 2William Jennings:> Sony WH-1000XM6> Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3> Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2> Audeze CRBN2> Questyle QCC Pro> Astell&Kern SP4000 DAP> Bose Ultra Open-Ear budsEric Pye:> Vinyl reissues> KLH Model Five> KLH Model SevenMitch Anderson:> MoFi UltraTracker> Ray TubesBrian Mitchell:> Canvas HiFi> Canvas HiFi Frame> Bacch 3DRelated links:> https://www.ecoustics.com/best-right-now/Credits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com#ecoustics #avtrends #2025bestof #hifi #audiophile #vintageaudio #hometheater #dolbyatmos #headphones #vinylcommunity #yearinreview

The boys, back in town, discuss what they have beenlistening to. Their list includes four rock-n-roll hall of famers, three recently departed legends, two underground rap heavyweights, and a partrige in a pear tree. Jay's wing gets clipped as Deon's sampling gets a little out of hand. Get into it.Sonic contributors to the 28th BONUS episode of Lightnin' Licks Radio podcast include: A wealth of treasures from the KPM Archives; the prompt was 50's lounge. Brothers Johnson, Dave Matthews Band, DJ NuMark, Jurassic 5. James Todd Smith, Ice Cube, One Eye, Cynthia Fee & Andrew Gold, Sleepy Donnie POSPOTUS, Darling Jula @soundwavesoffwax, MattHeller A.K.A. DJ Snakes. The E-Street Band. Bruce Springsteen, The Boss-type beats, Bob Dylan, Timothy Chalamet, Paul Walter Houser, Jeremy Allen White. Bon Iver, Cowboy Junkies, Pavement. Stephen Malkmus, Lottie's, Talking Heads, R.E.M., Warren Zevon, John Hammond. Miranda from Endless Scroll podcast, Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, The Beatles, Lil' Yachty, Marvin Gaye, J.J. Fad, Black Circle Radio, Arc of All, The Source of Light and Power, Open Mike Eagle's What Had Happened Was podcast, Chris Rock, Height Keech, Prince Paul. Handsome Boy Modeling School, Dr. Octogon, Kool Keith, Dan the Automater, Chris Elliot, Right Said Fred, Beastie Boys, Bee Gees, Kardinall Offshall, Sly Boogy, TikTokker @cgleason22, Dave James, D'Angelo, Questlove, Questlove's eulogy of D'Angelo, Prince, The Roots, Dr. Dre & Snoop Doggy Dogg, The Vanguard, DJ Premier, Q Tip, Brian Baumgartner, Blindboy Boatclub, Iggy Pop, Kiss, Ace Frehly, Dick Dale, Phill Most Chill, RUN DMC, Soft Cell, Pet Shop Boys, Human League, Jimi Hendrix, Sammy Cahn, Jimmy Van Heusen, Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and actor Larry Thomas. Our super-secret-special-sonic friends that we may or may not have even ever met include Miranda Reinert, Mitch Anderson, Open Mike Eagle, and Prince Paul.Suggestions: Deon – Cowboy Junkies by way of BruceSpringsteen, Lottie's, D'Angelo, and Phill Most Chill. Jay – New old R.E.M., Warren Zevon, Ace Frehly, Soft Cell. Miranda – Tame Impala. Mitch – Sweetwater, but not the 90's grunge outfit, rather the 60's psych folk collective. Mike & Paul – Doctor Octogon by way of Handsome Boy Modeling School.Mixtape can be heard UNCUT on Soundcloud HERE. A Spotifyplaylist with most featured tracks can be found HERE. As expected, the mix is cut fom the episode due to copyright claims. Please purchase music. Also like and subscribe to cool podcasts. Also volunteer in your community. (1) Sweetwater - In a Rainbow (2) Phill Most Chill - I'm (3) Warren Zevon - The Worrier King (4) Ace Frehley - What's on Your Mind? (5) Lottie's - The Cut.(1) Cowboy Junkies - My Father's House (2) D'Angelo and the Vanguard - Another Life (3) Tame Impala and HAIM - 'Cause I'm a Man [Deon's Half&Half remix] (4) R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe [Jacknife Lee remix] (5) Dr. Octagon - BlueFlowers [Prince Paul's It's so Beautiful remix] (6) Soft Cell -Where the Heart is.Happy Holidays.

The boys, back in town, discuss what they have been listening to. Their list includes four rock and roll hall of famers, three recently departed legends, two underground rap heavyweights, and a partridge in a pear tree. Jay's wing gets clipped as Deon's sampling gets a little out of hand. Get into it.Sonic contributors to the 28th BONUS episode of Lightnin' Licks Radio podcast include: A wealth of treasures from the KPM Archives; the prompt was "50's lounge." Dave Matthews Band, DJ Nu Mark, Jurassic 5, Brothers Johnson. Zach Braff & Natilie Portman. Ice Cube, One Eye. Sleepy Don POSPOTUS, Darling Jula from @soundwavesoffwax. E Street Band. Bruce Springsteen, The Boss-type beats, Bob Dylan, Timothy Chalamet, Paul Walter Houser, Jeremy Allen White, Bon Iver, Cowboy Junkies, Matt "DJ SNAKES" Heller, Pavement. Stephen Malkmus, Lottie's, Talking Heads, R.E.M., Warren Zevon, John Hammond, Endless Scroll podcast, Dua Lipa, Tame Impala, The Beatles, Lil' Yachty, Marvin Gaye, J.J. Fad. Black Circle Radio, Arc of All, The Source of Light and Power, Open Mike Eagle's 'What Had Happened Was' podcast, Chris Rock, Height Keech, Paul Edward Huston, Handsome Boy Modeling School, Dr. Octagon, Dan the Automater, Chris Elliot, Right Said Fred, Beastie Boys, Bee Gees, Kardinall Offshall, Sly Boogy, TikTokker @cgleason22, Dave James, D'Angelo, Questlove, Questlove's recent eulogy of D'Angelo, Prince, The Roots, Dr. Dre & Snoop Doggy Dogg. The Vanguard, DJ Premier, Q Tip. Brian Baumgartner, Blindboy Boatclub, Iggy Pop. Kiss, Ace Frehley, Dick Dale, Phill Most Chill, RUN DMC, Soft Cell, Pet Shop Boys, Human League, Jimi Hendrix, Frank Sinatra, Jimmy Van Heusen & Sammy Cahn, Bobby Darin. And lastly, but certainly not leastly, the lovely sisters HAIM. Our super-secret-special-sonic friends whom we may or may not have even ever met include Miranda Reinert, Mitch Anderson, Open Mike Eagle, and Prince P-p-p-paul.Sonic suggestions, what we have been funkiing with: Deon – Cowboy Junkies by way of Bruce Springsteen, Lottie's, D'Angelo, and Phill Most ChIll. Jay – New old R.E.M., Warren Zevon, Ace Frehley, and Soft Cell. Miranda – Tame Impala (w HAIM).Mitch – Sweetwater, not the 90's grunge act but the 60's psychedelic folk oufit.Mike and Paul – Doctor Octagon by way of Handsome Boy Modeling School.HEAR the full uncut mixtape HERE.(1) Sweetwater - In a Rainbow (2) Phill Most Chill - I'm (3) Warren Zevon - The Worrier King (4) Ace Frehley - What's on Your Mind? (5) Lottie's - The Cut.(1) Cowboy Junkies - My Father's House [outtake] (2) D'Angelo and the Vanguard - Another Life (3) Tame Impala and HAIM - 'Cause I'm a Man [Deon's Half&Half remix] (4) R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe [Jacknife Lee remix] (5) Dr. Octagon - Blue Flowers [Prince Paul's It's so Beautiful remix] (6) Soft Cell -Where the Heart is,MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

This episode examines the results from the 2025 Ultra-Short Throw (UST) Projector Showdown with event organizer, Brian Gluck of ProjectorScreen.com and emcee, Phil Jones of ProjectorReviews.com. The UST Projector Showdown allowed 6 judges to rate 9 UST projectors side-by-side with identical 100-inch screens, which underwent testing 15 different categories.  The models in the competition included the:• Epson QS100 3-Chip Laser-Lit LCD Projector – 4,500 Lumens ($4,999)• Formovie Theater Premium Triple Laser DLP Projector – 2,200 Lumens ($2,799)• Hisense L9Q Triple Laser DLP Projector – 5,000 Lumens ($5,999)• Hisense PT1 Triple Laser DLP Projector – 2,500 Lumens ($2,999)• Hisense PX3 Pro Triple Laser DLP Projector – 3,000 Lumens ($3,499)• JMGO O2S Ultra Triple Laser DLP Projector – 3,600 Lumens ($2,999)• Nexigo Aurora Pro MKII Hybrid Triple Laser/LED DLP Projector – 2,400 Lumens ($3,499)*• XGIMI Aura 2 GTV Hybrid Laser/LED DLP Projector – 2,200 Lumens ($2,699)The 2025 UST Projector Showdown was held November 8, 2025 at ProjectorScreen.com's headquarters in New Jersey, which crowed winners across four categories:1. Best for Mixed use in Bright and Dark Rooms2. Best for Home Theater3. Best Value4. Best Overall Picture PerformanceFind out who won and how it all went down.Panel:• Brian Mitchell, Founder, eCoustics• Chris Boylan, Editor-at-Large, eCoustics• Brian Gluck, Owner, ProjectorScreen.com• Phil Jones, Owner, ProjectorReviews.comRelated links:https://www.ecoustics.com/news/best-ust-projectors-2025-showdown/https://www.projectorscreen.com/blogs/insights/the-2025-ust-projector-showdown-resultshttps://www.projectorreviews.com/2025-ultra-short-throw-projector-showdown-recap/Credits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com#USTProjector #USTshowdown #miniprojector #ecoustics #projectorscreens #projectorshootout #hometheater #hdr #uhd #4k #8k #tvtech #2025bestoftech #2025tv

Confused by the Denon vs. Marantz AVR maze? Join eCoustics Founder Brian Mitchell, Editor at Large Chris Boylan, and Phil Jones, Global Director of Training at Harman International, as they break down 19 AVRs ranging from $400 to $7,200. Though Denon and Marantz have been under the same corporate roof for over a decade (now Harman International, owned by Samsung), not all AVRs are created equal.Discover the subtle—and not-so-subtle—differences, what really matters for your Dolby Atmos setup, and which brand might make your wallet sigh. Perfect for home theater enthusiasts ready to cut through the hype and make a smart buy.Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, HEOS! For more information please visit:https://www.denon.com/en-us/plp/heosCredits:Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.comVoice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.comProduction by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #audiophile  #ecoustics #avr #heos #surroundsound #denon #marantz #soundunited #bowerswilkins #polk #hometheater 

Back in the 80s and 90s, earplugs at a concert were a one-way ticket to dweeb status. Protecting your hearing? Please. You might as well have stayed home with a VHS and some Tang. These days it's the opposite—walk into any venue and half the crowd is rocking hi-fi earplugs that make the music sound better and keep your ears intact.Etymotic's new Music Pro Elite are at the front of that shift, and Tim Monroe, Sr. Director of Engineering, along with Chris Roth, Principal Engineer at Etymotic Research, join us to break down why and how these things work so damn well.Thank you to HEOS, and SVS for supporting this episode!www.svsound.comhttps://www.marantz.com/en-us/world-of-marantz/heosCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#ecoustics #hifi #audiophile #avtech #musicindustry #liveconcertexperience #hearingprotection #hifiearplugs #hearingsaftey #loudnesswars #hearingaid #etymotic #lifestyleav #earplugs

The Bowers & Wilkins 801 isn't just another loudspeaker—it's the one Abbey Road Studios trusted when the music actually mattered. For 45 years, the 801 has been part of legendary recordings that shaped how we hear music, and now it's back in the spotlight with the 801 Abbey Road Limited Edition. Andy Kerr, Director of Marketing and Communications at Bowers & Wilkins, joins eCoustics CEO and Founder, Brian Mitchell to dig into how this speaker became the reference at the world's most famous studio, why Abbey Road didn't exactly choose it by accident, and what makes this anniversary edition more than just a fancy finish.Thank you to Denon, SVS and Shure for their support of our programming!www.svsound.comwww.denon.comwww.shure.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#abbeyroadstudios #bowersandwilkins #studiomonitors #signatureseries #B&W801 #ecoustics #hifi #audiophile #hometheater #avtech #musicindustry #projectors #recordingstudios 

A/V industry expert and custom integrator John Sciacca joins the eCoustics team to break down our top picks from CEDIA Expo 2025, held September 3–6. The annual trade show covers everything from home theater and soundbars to architectural speakers and outdoor A/V systems—gear designed for the pros who install and recommend solutions for luxury homes and yachts. We'll highlight this year's “Best in Show” winners across multiple categories—and call out a few products that didn't quite live up to the hype.Panel:John Sciacca, Partner at Custom Theater and AudioChris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-LargeRobert Silva, eCoustics Sr. News CorrespondentBrian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder and HostThank you to Marantz and SVS for their support of our programming!www.svsound.comwww.marantz.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#cedia2025 #ecoustics #hifi #audiophile #hometheater #avtech #custominstall #bestof2025tech #musicindustry #projectors #dolbyatmos #bestsoundbar #besttv #beststereo

The Rhino in the room can't be ignored: after decades in the vault, Buckingham Nicks is finally getting a reissue. eCoustics Editors Eric Pye, Jeremy Sikora, and producer Mitch Anderson team up with mastering engineer Kevin Gray (Cohearent Audio) to dig into why this cult classic vanished, why it's back now, and what it means for fans who've been chasing scratched LPs for years. Along the way, we get into the bigger picture—the state of the reissue market, the future of vinyl cutting, and why Fleetwood Mac drama still drives the mythology around this record. Chaos may have fueled the Mac, but this one's all about clarity.Thank you to Bowers & Wilkins and SVS for their support of our programming!www.svsound.comwww.bowerswilkins.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#fleetwoodmac #ecoustics #audiophilereissue #vinylreissue #buckinghamnicks #rhinorecords #kevingray #cohearentaudio #vinylcommunity #classicalbums #hifi #audiophile #vinylmastering #recordindustry #musicindustry

Super special not-so-secret friend Jordan Pries, copropietor of Electric Kitcsh, joins Jay and Deon for a discussion about the music he creates along with Mitch Anderson of Black Circle Radio. 8 additional vinyl records from 8 other artists are covered and some of life's questions are answered along the way. JOIN US PLLLLLLLLEASE!Sonic contributors of this special twenty-seventh bonusepisode of Lightnin' Licks Radio include:Dave Mathews Band, Jurassic 5, DJ NuMark, Prince Paul. De La Soul, Zach Braff, Natilie Portman. Jula @soundwavesofwax, Kriss Kross, Arc of All, Errol Paul Reed, N.W.A. Electrik Funk, Lou Reed, A Tribe Called Quest, Red Man. Jay Dilla, Leaders of the New School, Morrissey, Autumn Defense, Bob Welch. Lindsey Buckingham, 10,000 Maniacs, Goldfrapp. Wes Montgomery, Bobby Hebb, Burt Bacharach, Love. The Smithereens, The Sand Rubies, Fiona Apple, Abraham Jefferson. M.M. Knapps. Mitch Anderson, Paul Simon, The Bee Gees. Albhy Galuten, Karl Richardson, Northwoods Improvisors. Mike Johnstone, Donovon Boxey, Roland Kirk. Height Keech, Cindy Lee, Ol' Burger Beats. Roy Ayers, CalTjader, Roberta Flacc, Donny Hathaway. Ralph MacDonald, William Salter. Tom Bell, Linda Reed, and Spongebob Squarepants. Deon urges you to continue appreciating the music of Q-Tip,Richard & Linda Thompson, George Benson, and Johnny Lytle.Jay suggested the sonic stylings of Josh Rouse, AlisonGoldfrapp, Sidewinders, and Wee.Super special not-so-secret friend Jordan is funking withhis own music, The Source of Light and Power. We're so happy to share this with you.We'll be returning next month, continuing with the alphabet.Up next…the letter ”M.”Bonus 27 mixtape tracklist[V.A.] (1) Richard & Linda Thompson - I Wanna See the Bright Lights Tonight (2) Alison Goldfrapp - The Love Invention (3) Q-Tip - Even If It Is So (4) Josh Rouse - Trouble (5) Wee - Try Me (6) Johnny Lytle - Where Is the Love? (7) Sidewinders - We Don't Do That Anymore (8) George Benson - Giblit Gravy.[SOLP] (1) Whisper Telepathy (2) Sonny was, Sonny is with Donovon Boxey (3) A Rap About Records with Deon and Height Keech (4) Numeric Tumor (5) The Immotal Rites of Bongo Whoosh.Please be kind to each other. Also don't be a bitch, stand up for what is right. Distinguishing what is right and what is not is not as difficult as you think.

The eCoustics team discusses their "Best In Show" picks from Audio Advice Live 2025 -- the largest home theater show open to consumers. With over 1,700 attendees and more than 60 experience rooms featuring hifi and home cinema systems from $5,000 to over $250,000, it was a virtual Disneyland for audiophiles, videophiles and home theatre aficionados.View a list of all award winners here:https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-audio-advice-live-2025/Thank you to SVS and HEOS for sponsoring this episode! On the panel:Brian Mitchell - eCoustics Founder (and host)Chris Boylan - eCoustics Editor-at-LargeEalan Osborne - eCoustics Video ProducerCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comThis episode was originally recorded August 12, 2025. Audio Advice Live 2025 took place at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel in Raleigh, NC from Aug 1-3, 2025.#audioadvicelive #hometheater #hifi #bestinshow

Our friend and popular YouTube tech reviewer, B The Installer, joins us on the podcast to discuss the results of the 2025 TV Shootout, where the top-of-the-line 65-inch 4K OLED TVs all went head to head. The four models in the competition included the LG G5, Panasonic Z95B, Samsung S95F, and Sony Bravia 8 II.Find out how it all went down with B The Installer who was in attendance, along with eCoustics Editor-at-Large, Chris Boylan, who was one of the 9 judges at the event.With two different perspectives, each offers some surprisingly candid thoughts on the Value Electronics 2025 TV Shootout.The Contenders:LG 65-inch G5 OLED TV (OLED65G5WUA) – $2999.99 – Amazon | CrutchfieldPanasonic 65-inch Z95B OLED TV (TV65Z95BP) – $3399.99 – AmazonSamsung S95F QD-OLED TV (QN65S95F) – $3299.99 – Amazon | CrutchfieldSony BRAVIA 8 II QD-OLED TV (K65XR80M2) – $3299.99 – Amazon | CrutchfieldThis episode was recorded on July 29, 2025 and moderated by eCoustics founder, Brian Mitchell.For even more details on this event, check out our in-depth coverage of the 2025 TV Shootout.Thank you to Polk Audio and SVS for their support of our programming!www.svsound.comwww.polkaudio.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.https://www.ecoustics.com#2025TVs #tvshootout #bestoftech #sonybravia #sony #samsung #lg #panasonic #ecoustics #hometheater #besttv #oledtv #4ktv

In this episode, William Jennings, our Senior Headphones and Portables Editor, dives deep into the wireless headphone and earbud game. He'll name-drop his top picks for 2025 and share his thoughts on where this market is headed.The good news? Bluetooth and noise cancellation are finally living up to their promises, and the sound gap between wired and wireless is closing fast—especially in the high-end stuff. Whether you're stuck on Sony or Bose, or willing to drop some serious cash on Focal or Bowers & Wilkins, or just wondering if wireless really can stack up to the wired heavyweights—this episode's got the answers. Get ready to feel the burn on your wallet, but at least the sound won't suck.Thank you to Bowers & Wilkins and SVS for their support of our programming!www.svsound.comwww.bowerswilkins.comHosted by Mitch Anderson, eCoustics ProducerGuest William Jennings, eCoustics Headphone & Portables EditorCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#wirelessheadphones #headphoneindustry #2025headphones #audiophile #hifi #hiresaudio #musicindustrynews #ecoustics #hifinews #headfi #earbuds #vinylcommunity

Audio expert, professional musician, DJ, talk show host, producer, Mitch Anderson, and his 'Black Circle Radio' are a force to be reckoned with.  In this episode we talk about Mitch's top shows he has produced for us, including Rob Helm, Danielle Radin, Roland Lazenby just to name a few.  Also we talk about Mitch and his journey into sobriety, which of course I support entirely.Take a listen to Black Circle Radio when your done with this episode!Fun fact: The theme song for The Tom Matt Show was originally named, "The Expanding Grip"!Song written by The Arc of All and Mitch Anderson as the duo The Source of Light & PowerThank you to Brock Fletcher and the selling team of Keller Williams Realty for their continued support of our programming!For more information on past guests, Tom's published books, and how to get in touch, please visit our newly updated website at https://www.tommattshow.com#RFZ #radio #broadcasting #podcast #lansing #michiganradio #mab #mentalhealth #puremichigan #positivemessaging #blackcircleradio #solp #producer #contentcreation #vinylcommunity #lathecuts #sobrietychatsThank you to Brock Fletcher and the selling team of Keller Williams Realty for their continued support of our programming!'The Tom Matt Show' Heard on-The Michigan Talk NetworkWKAR Michigan State Universities AM 870 & 102.3 FMWJIM-AM 1240 LansingWYPV FM 94.5 Mackinac Citywww.tommattshow.com(podcasts)iTunesFor more information on past guests, Tom's published books, and how to get in touch, please visit our newly updated website at https://www.tommattshow.com#RFZ #radio #broadcasting #podcast #michiganradio #lansing #michiganradio #mab #refirementzone #successstory #humaninterestpodcast #selfhelppodcast

The eCoustics podcast has made it to our 100th episode! Let's rewind and check in with our top contributors and editors to recap the highlights - and lowlights? - in the HiFi and home theater industry over these past four years.Huge thank you to all of our subscribers, listeners, collaborators, friends, and sponsors for helping to keep us going!Special thank you to SVS & Q Acoustics for being such longstanding supporters of our podcast messaging. www.svsound.comwww.qacoustics.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comDon't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more.www.ecoustics.com#100thepisode #podcastmilestone #audiophile #hifi #hiresaudio #musicindustrynews #ecoustics #hifinews #homeentertainmenttech #tvreviews #vintageaudio #vinylcommunity

Qobuz, the leading audiophile-quality music streaming service, just got even better with the introduction of Qobuz Connect. Now subscribers can play their favorite lossless and high resolution audio tracks and albums directly from the cloud to their playback gear of choice, bypassing the phone, PC or tablet for elevated performance, improved functionality and even better sound quality.We chat with Qobuz VP of business development and Hi-Res Music Evangelist David Solomon on where Qobuz came from, what its mission is and where it's going in 2025 and beyond. Note: eCoustics readers, listeners and viewers can get an exclusive 60-Day extended trial of the Qobuz streaming service here: http://qob.uz/ecousticsSpecial offer expires June 14, 2025Thank you to our sponsors SVS & Qacoustics! For more information please visit:www.svsound.comwww.qacoustics.comPanel:David Solomon, Qobuz V.P of Business DevelopmentMitch Anderson, Host & eCoustics Podcast ProducerChris Boylan, Co-Host & eCoustics Editor-at-LargeCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#qobuz #qobuzconnect #audiophile #hifi #hiresaudio #hiresstreaming #dac #musicindustrynews #highendmunich #streamingservices #musicstreamers #heos #ecoustics #hifinews

Caleb Denison, formerly of Digital Trends, joins eCoustics Editor at Large, Chris Boylan and eCoustics Founder, Brian Mitchell to discuss the best 2025 televisions. In addition, Caleb shares his thoughts on the state of the 2025 TV market and the latest flagship TVs from Sony, Samsung, LG, Panasonic, TCL and Hisense, along with buying advice when shopping for a new OLED or Mini LED TV this year.Caleb also discusses the launch of his new YouTube channel called CalebRated. But after recording this episode, Digital Trends has claimed ownership of Caleb's new channel forcing YouTube to take down his videos. For the latest information on this issue visit:https://www.ecoustics.com/news/calebrated-banned-from-youtube/Caleb now has a GoFundMe to help defray his legal expenses. You can find that here: https://gofund.me/3dbb9fdaOn the panel:Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEOChris Boylan, eCoustics Editor at LargeCaleb Denison, CalebRatedThank you to our sponsors SVS and Qacoustics!www.svsound.comwww.qacoustics.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #ecoustics #audiophile  #highendaudio #breakingthesoundbarrier #vinylcommunity #streamingnews #youtubenews #channeltakedown #calebrated #digitaltrends #musicindustrynews #broadcastmedianews

The Ecuadorian government is currently planning to auction off 8.7 million acres of the Amazon rainforest to oil interests.What is at stake — for the Indigenous communities of the Amazon, for people outside of the Amazon, and for the planet — with millions of acres of lively, intact rainforest being put on the line?What can we learn from how the Waorani people won their historic legal victory in 2019 to protect 500,000 acres of rainforest from oil drilling? And how do we go about building solidarity across communities and borders, and between Indigenous peoples and non-Indigenous allies?Today, Green Dreamer's host, Kaméa, speaks with Mitch Anderson, who is, alongside Nemonte Nenquimo, the co-founder of Amazon Frontlines and co-author of We Will Be Jaguars.Join us as we question economic incentives that narrow-mindedly privilege monetary currencies above other currencies of Life, re-examine the concepts of “convenience” and “remoteness,” and more.We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

The Ecuadorian government is currently planning to auction off 8.7 million acres of the Amazon rainforest to oil interests.What is at stake — for the Indigenous communities of the Amazon, for people outside of the Amazon, and for the planet — with millions of acres of lively, intact rainforest being put on the line?What can we learn from how the Waorani people won their historic legal victory in 2019 to protect 500,000 acres of rainforest from oil drilling? And how do we go about building solidarity across communities and borders, and between Indigenous peoples and non-Indigenous allies?Today, Green Dreamer's host, Kaméa, speaks with Mitch Anderson, who is, alongside Nemonte Nenquimo, the co-founder of Amazon Frontlines and co-author of We Will Be Jaguars.Join us as we question economic incentives that narrow-mindedly privilege monetary currencies above other currencies of Life, re-examine the concepts of “convenience” and “remoteness,” and more.We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

On April 25, 2025 Shure celebrates the company's 100th Anniversary, and we take a deep dive into the company's 100 year history with resident historian, and nearly longest tenured employee (since 1976), Michael Pettersen. Michael recounts the various jobs he held, company milestones, as well as his time that intersected with its founder, Sidney N. Shure.For more information on Shure please visit their website at https://www.shure.comPanel:Michael Pettersen, Shure Resident HistorianMitch Anderson, Co-Host & eCoustics Podcast ProducerBrian Mitchell, Co-Host & eCoustics FounderCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#hifi #ecoustics #audiophile  #highendaudio #breakingthesoundbarrier #vinylcommunity #livesound #proaudio #proaudionews #shurephonocartridges #shuremicrophones #sm58 #shuresound #shure100 #musicindustrynews #broadcastmedianews

(By request, this is the raw, untranslated version of our interview with Nemonte Nenquimo — in which you will hear Nemonte's original responses in Spanish to Kaméa's questions presented in English.)What has been the historical relationship between missionary work and the development of the oil industry in the Ecuadorian Amazon? What does it mean to listen to the voices — both human and more-than-human — of the Amazon Rainforest?And how do the Waorani navigate tensions between their Indigenous cosmovisions and ways of life, and the outside world's growing influence on their younger generations?For our special Earth Month feature, we are honored to share our powerful conversation with Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo — who recently co-authored We Will Be Jaguars with her partner, Mitch Anderson.How do we recenter our perspectives of “modern” on communities who are, in this modern day, most in tune with the languages of Mother Earth — and reorient our ideals of “futuristic” towards all that enrich and affirm life?We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

(By request, this is the raw, untranslated version of our interview with Nemonte Nenquimo — in which you will hear Nemonte's original responses in Spanish to Kaméa's questions presented in English.)What has been the historical relationship between missionary work and the development of the oil industry in the Ecuadorian Amazon? What does it mean to listen to the voices — both human and more-than-human — of the Amazon Rainforest?And how do the Waorani navigate tensions between their Indigenous cosmovisions and ways of life, and the outside world's growing influence on their younger generations?For our special Earth Month feature, we are honored to share our powerful conversation with Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo — who recently co-authored We Will Be Jaguars with her partner, Mitch Anderson.How do we recenter our perspectives of “modern” on communities who are, in this modern day, most in tune with the languages of Mother Earth — and reorient our ideals of “futuristic” towards all that enrich and affirm life?We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

What has been the historical relationship between missionary work and the development of the oil industry in the Ecuadorian Amazon? What does it mean to listen to the voices — both human and more-than-human — of the Amazon Rainforest?And how do the Waorani navigate tensions between their Indigenous cosmovisions and ways of life, and the outside world's growing influence on their younger generations?For our special Earth Month feature, we are honored to share our powerful conversation with Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo — who recently co-authored We Will Be Jaguars with her partner, Mitch Anderson.How do we recenter our perspectives of “modern” on communities who are, in this modern day, most in tune with the languages of Mother Earth — and reorient our ideals of “futuristic” towards all that enrich and affirm life?We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

What has been the historical relationship between missionary work and the development of the oil industry in the Ecuadorian Amazon? What does it mean to listen to the voices — both human and more-than-human — of the Amazon Rainforest?And how do the Waorani navigate tensions between their Indigenous cosmovisions and ways of life, and the outside world's growing influence on their younger generations?For our special Earth Month feature, we are honored to share our powerful conversation with Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo — who recently co-authored We Will Be Jaguars with her partner, Mitch Anderson.How do we recenter our perspectives of “modern” on communities who are, in this modern day, most in tune with the languages of Mother Earth — and reorient our ideals of “futuristic” towards all that enrich and affirm life?We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

In the episode Nick Brown, SVS VP of Marketing speaks with eCoustics Podcast Producer, Mitch Anderson about various ways to get the best sound from your home audio setup. Whether you're buying your first hi-fi or approaching your endgame system, Nick offers up some surprising tips on subwoofer placement, system building, and even room acoustics. Before you spend another dime on audio gear, you'll want to hear where this conversation leads.Hosted by:Mitch Anderson, Producer Thank you to our sponsors Q Acoustics & SVS!https://www.qacoustics.comhttps://www.svsound.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#svsultraevolution #svsspeakers #svssubs #audiophile #hifihappyhour #hifi #2025speakers #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #speakerdesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #musictech #hifitips 

Hot on the heels of CES and NAMM, we asked YouTube's TechnoDad himself, Channa De Silva to chat with us about the cool audio/video gear and technology we've seen at the shows and will be coming to consumers this year. Topics include Dolby Atmos in cars, Google's new Eclipsa immersive audio format, new TV tech from Samsung, Hisense. LG, and TCL and so much more.More information can be found on TechnoDad via his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TechnoDadMore on our eCoustics NAMM coverage can be found here: https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-namm-2025/Keep up with the latest audio and video news at https://www.ecoustics.comThank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics! For more information on these stellar brands, please click the links below: https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.qacoustics.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#dolbyatmosheadphones #binauralsound #immersivesound #dolbyatmos #spatialaudio #virtuososoftware #aplaudio #aesnews #aes #audioengineers

While Apple Music, TIDAL and Amazon Music are all pushing spatial audio and immersive sound as the next big thing, the current reality is that, to get the best, most immersive effect, you need speakers: lots and lots of speakers. Of course, you *can* listen to immersive sound formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X on headphones, but the current processes to render a multi-channel recording into a 2-channel binaural signal, suitable for playback on headphones, leave room for improvement.APL (Advanced Psychoacoustics Lab) is dedicated to fixing this problem. The company's Virtuoso software can convert any 2-channel or multi-channel recording to a standard binaural headphone mix that maintains all the sonic cues of a real three-dimensional mix or space. Join eCoustics CEO Brian Mitchell on this episode of the eCoustics podcast as he chats with APL founder Professor Hyunkook Lee to discuss the current state of immersive sound over headphones and what can be done to make it better.Learn more at:https://apl-hud.com/Keep up with the latest audio and video news at https://www.ecoustics.comThank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics! For more information on these stellar brands, please click the links below: https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.qacoustics.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com#dolbyatmosheadphones #binauralsound #immersivesound #dolbyatmos #spatialaudio #virtuososoftware #aplaudio #aesnews #aes #audioengineers

In our second podcast devoted to new products and technologies unveiled in Las Vegas at CES 2025, the eCoustics team discusses what you'll want to be on the lookout for and what you may want to avoid. This wide ranging discussion addresses Eclipsa Audio, HDR10+ and new advancements in TVs and projectors, along with some surprises you won't want to miss.Panel:Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO (Host)Chris Boylan, Editor at LargeRobert Silva, Sr. News EditorBest in Show CES 2025 Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ecoustics-podcast/id1566783125?i=1000684074466https://open.spotify.com/episode/7C0QVJdjQVYU5GpnJaPAHghttps://youtu.be/Fwai0nfUl8UFull story:https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-ces-2025/Thank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics! For more information on these stellar brands, please click the links below: https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.qacoustics.comCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#ces2025 #cesconvention #audiophile #hifi #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #projectors #4ktv #luxuryaudio #luxuryav #inwallspeakers #outdoorspeakers #consumertech #futuretech #multimedianews

In amongst the AI and robots that invaded this year's CES, we found some cool and innovative audio/video gear and technology. Check out our 21 picks for "Best in Show."Find all of our in depth coverage of CES 2025 here: https://www.ecoustics.com/articles/best-ces-2025/https://www.youtube.com/ecousticsThank you to our sponsors SVS & Q Acoustics! For more information on these stellar brands, please click the links below: https://www.svsound.comhttps://www.qacoustics.comPanel:Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO (Host)Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-LargeCredits:• Original intro music by The Arc of All. sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com• Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com• Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.comKeep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting:https://www.ecoustics.com#ces2025 #cesconvention #audiophile #hifi #hometheater #lifestylesound #interiordesign #audioindustry #ecoustics #projectors #4ktv #luxuryaudio #luxuryav #inwallspeakers #outdoorspeakers #consumertech #futuretech #multimedianews

Proteger 500.000 acres de selva amazónica de la extracción de petróleoEn el episodio 8 de la serie Summit nos sentamos con Nemonte Nenquimo y Mitch Anderson, cofundadores de Amazon Frontlines.En este episodio, exploraremos sus memorias recién publicadas, 'We Will Be Jaguars', que comparten la historia de vida de Nemonte, la sabiduría ancestral de su pueblo y la lucha indígena para proteger el Amazonas. También discutiremos las recientes victorias contra las grandes petroleras y el trabajo de Amazon Frontlines, que recientemente recibió el premio Hilton Humanitarian Prize. Ver en YouTubeVisita nuestro sitio web________________________________________Para obtener más información sobre 'We Will Be Jaguars': https://wewillbejaguars.org/Para obtener más información sobre Amazon Frontlines: https://amazonfrontlines.org/

Nemonte Nenquimo's passion for her rainforest home, and her love for an unlikely man, propelled her to achieve an historic victory for indigenous people in Ecuador. She took the national government to court to protect 500,000 acres of rainforest from destruction by the oil industry.Nemonte and her husband Mitch Anderson have written a book together called We Will Not Be Saved: A Memoir of Hope and Resistance in the Amazon Rainforest.Presenter: Mobeen Azhar Producer: May Cameron Voiceover: Cecilia CruzGet in touch: liveslessordinary@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp: 0044 330 678 2784