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The Circuitboard Secrets in Every Piece of Equipment You Own
Explore the hidden world of circuitboard design in high-end audio gear—where engineers leave behind secret messages, personal touches, and silent clues of craftsmanship.
Andrew Munnik
10 hours ago4 min read
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Joy Division’s Accidental Prophecy For Unknown Pleasures
This blog explores how Joy Division’s Unknown Pleasures became a haunting reflection of 1970s Manchester and a broader UK grappling with post-industrial melancholy.
Andrew Munnik
12 hours ago4 min read
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How The Clash’s London Calling Both Was And Fuelled A Rebellion
Discover how The Clash’s London Calling became a rebellious anthem, blending punk, politics, and genre-defying sound to reflect a generation in turmoil.
Andrew Munnik
5 days ago4 min read
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Nagra Audio’s Legacy of Art, Leisure, And International Espionage
The Nagra III, released in 1957, revolutionized portable audio recording with its precision engineering and reliability. Designed by Swiss company Nagra Audio, led by Stefan Kudelski, it quickly gained popularity across industries like film, science, and linguistics. Its standout feature—high-quality mobile recording—caught the attention of intelligence agencies like the CIA and FBI, leading to its covert use in espionage. Though now discontinued, the Nagra III remains a symb
Andrew Munnik
Apr 174 min read
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Pink Floyd’s "The Wall" Was Never About Berlin, But It Was About The Fall
"The Wall wasn’t about Berlin—until it was."
Pink Floyd’s The Wall wasn’t written as a Cold War protest, but its story of isolation, power, and psychological collapse resonated deeply in a divided world. Meant as a reflection on fame, trauma, and personal barriers, the album’s metaphorical “wall” ended up echoing the real ones around us—most famously, in Berlin. Art, after all, belongs to those who hear it.
Andrew Munnik
Apr 175 min read
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How The Viginti’s Twenty-Year Secret Is Eggleston Works’ Greatest Gift
How The Viginti’s Twenty-Year Secret Is Eggleston Works’ Greatest Gift
Andrew Munnik
Apr 144 min read
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The Beatles Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band: Peaceful Revolution, Pressed into An Album
Beatles' Sgt. Pepper, with its iconic collage cover, soundtracked the 'Summer of Love's' peaceful revolution. This psychedelic album cemente
Andrew Munnik
Apr 84 min read
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Indulge in Decadent Craftmanship With Great Product Pairings
The month of love is a time when people enjoy reflecting on their romances and celebrating that love out loud. At The Listening Room, we...
Andrew Munnik
Feb 207 min read
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The Harbeth P3ESR XD Loudspeaker: A Rocket Ship to High-Fidelity Sound
Whether you’re a newly formed audiophile or seeking a versatile, space-saving option for your collection, this speaker delivers a listening
Andrew Munnik
Dec 2, 20243 min read
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Harbeth SHL5plus XD Loudspeakers: An Investment in Timeless Audio Excellence
Built with the precision that has become a Harbeth signature, the SHL5plus XD represents the latest in Harbeth’s years of innovation.
Andrew Munnik
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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The Harbeth M40.3 XD Loudspeaker- Your Pathway to the True Potential of Sound
Any true audiophile knows the reverence afforded to Harbeth products, showcasing their years of engineering mastery in every piece they crea
Andrew Munnik
Nov 13, 20242 min read
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Harbeth Loudspeaker, Older Than Prince Harry, & Still Audio Royalty
Any music lover with a love for the intricacy and detail of immaculate sound has heard of Harbeth - the monarch of high-fidelity...
Andrew Munnik
Oct 31, 20242 min read
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Goldring: A Century of Excellence in Hi-Fi
For over a century, Goldring has been a beacon of innovation, quality, and reliability in the world of audio technology...
Andrew Munnik
Sep 25, 20246 min read
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An Audiophile's First Love: Grado's SR80x Headphones
A blend of retro style, modern comfort, and pristine sound. Perfect for audiophiles seeking quiet, immersive moments with music
listeningroomsa
Sep 11, 20242 min read
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20% off on E3 & E4 cartridges
20% off on E3 & E4 cartridges
As more of us return to the original sound, major manufacturers have joined the rebellion!
listeningroomsa
Aug 4, 20242 min read
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A story about the Degritter
My dreadful attention to electronic media was raised recently by my talented website designer, Renee. On at me for almost forever, she...
Gervais Martin
Jun 13, 20244 min read
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This loudspeaker is THE best selling high end loudspeaker of all time
A Review of the Vandersteen 2CE by Mike Blake The iconic Vandersteen Model 2 was launched in 1977 by Richard Vandersteen. This...
Gervais Martin
Jun 13, 20244 min read
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NEW VANDERSTEEN SHIPMENT ARRIVED
We have dedicated an entire room to these amazing loudspeakers, the entire room was refitted and decorated to give these world best...
Gervais Martin
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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