Introduction   The current widespread diffusion of liquid music, a kind of new word adapted to indicate the usability of music via media, such as music files in MP3, PCM or FLAC format has generated an increasing number of devices and appliances that use the USB protocol for audio transmission. In this regard, if we really wanted to be picky, the USB standard was not developed for the transmission of digital audio, but over time has attracted growing interest from nearly all brands of hifi equipment such as DAC, Media center etc, given that every...

Introduction   Everyone knows that the main purpose of any company is to sell as much as possible, in the most convenient manner, to the largest number of consumers. Therefore what does a product need to be successful? It should definitely be reliable, with high performance, at the best price and with an appealing aesthetic. Features in short, that are not only valid for any commercial proposal, but in particular for those that are part of the audio universe, whether consumer or professional.However, this world in particular can often lead us on to...

Here is my personal review of HPBA-2S fully implemented by Qes Labs. But first I want to point out some things. -I come from the world of professional audio.I don't consider myself an audiophile in the true sense. I have always tried and continue to seek the maximum of transparency and neutrality coming off my sources. I did audio mastering for some years so you can imagine what kind of approach i have toward the monitoring of a source be it a record made finished, a mix to master or a high resolution audio file.I always look for the most...