LR’s Tech and Lifestyle Reviews

I’ve been hearing some remarkable commentary about the SVS Prime series, and in 2024 I attended Axpona where I got to hear their groundbreaking Ultra Evolution speakers. I enjoyed the Ultra Evolution Pinnacles immensely, but was not able to check out any of the Prime series speakers. So later on, when I was setting up an office area in a relatively small space, I thought that the SVS Prime bookshelf speakers were a perfect testing […]

Technics SU-GX70 Network Amplifier, $1,999 Hi-Fi Review By Lance Rhinehart http://us.technics.com This stunning piece, out of the box, speaks of high-end audio. The tactile aspects of the Technics SU-GX70’s instrumentation are satisfying and appealing to use. The solid, precise action of the volume knob and input selector conveys its bespoke engineering. The weight and the construction of the front panel send a consistent message of well-built materials. To that end, there is an aesthetically interesting […]

  Ooh Slick! The Three Plus (TTP) immediately introduces itself as a fine furnishing, something to be enjoyed visually integrated into a tasteful decor. The styling done in a mid-century modern with sleek lines brings a richness to room placement. Even the volume control with its beveled edging and satisfying grip pattern adds to the elevation of the piece, visually placing it with ease into any home that cares about aesthetics. And how does it […]

At Axpona 2025, I had the pleasure of visiting with the guys at Cambridge Audio and was introduced to the noteworthy Melomania P100 wireless headphones. After a fairly quick listen at the show, they grabbed my attention both sonically and aesthetically which led to my ordering a pair. The Melomania P100’s come in two color choices, a traditional matte black and a stylishly creamy white. The SE models offer the same color choices but with […]

Audio Advice Unveils a new Ultimate Home Theater Chair: Revelation Luxury sets a new standard in terms of comfort, functionality, and aesthetics RALEIGH, NC – July 30th, 2025: Audio Advice, one of the top home theater companies in the United States, unveils a new home theater seat that is loaded with functionality from powered recline, headrest and lumbar support to advanced heat and massage: Revelation Luxury Home Theater Chair ($1,349 for a limited time, originally […]

The 2025 AXPONA reaffirmed its status as North America’s premier high-end audio exhibition, drawing audiophiles, manufacturers, and music lovers from around the world to the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center in Illinois from April 11–13. The three-day event showcased innovations in high fidelity audio, where flagship loudspeakers and turntables to cutting-edge personal audio tech swirled around attendees on every floor! If I am correct (and I believe I am) this year’s show marked a […]

I attended AXPONA last year and couldn’t wait to return. Around every corner there were delights to both eye and ear! I have never seen so much amazing audio gear under one roof, surrounded by enthusiasts who are drinking in the experience with the same fervor and whimsy. Room after room, floor upon floor of exhibits and demos that had me so jazzed, I knew this would be an annual destination. No doubt this year […]

After having purchased Polk Audio Legend L200 bookshelf speakers, the next step was to obtain a quality pair of speaker stands to compliment them. I did a brief search and asked around a bit; all signs pointed to Sanus. I sat down in my listening chair and with a few thoughtful calculations decided that the Sanus SF26 heavy duty speaker stands, weighing in at 35lbs were the way to go. Of course I first looked […]

Sitting in my rolling office chair, my back turned to my listening area, I imagine an eye-level seat in an 18th century concert hall hearing Vivaldi’s “La Notte,” because while writing this review of the TEAC PD-301-X CD Player/FM Tuner, I am compelled to stop and just listen. Keep in mind that my back is turned (a less than ideal listening position) and that I am sending the signal from a flash drive plugged into […]