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On the Scene at T.H.E. Show 2025
Biggest bang for the buck this year (again) were the Tonian Labs speakers at $4,500/pair. They kick butt far beyond their small size in terms of bass response, resolution, and dynamics...

Oriaco Loudspeakers - T.H.E Show 2023

I'm glad I encountered them again, because their Oriaco G6 loudspeaker ($4500/pair) united with a Denon 70Wpc integrated and Marantz CD player to deliver very clear and colorful sound...

T.H.E. Show 2022: Oriaco G6 EM Loudspeakers

Oriaco loudspeakers were quite surprising — in a good way. The new Oriaco G6 EM Edition grabs your attention, much like I remembered last year with a distinctive quickness to the midrange. There were no bleeding of notes and musical rhythms had a crispness that made them sound more real...

Oriaco G6 Loudspeakers

Best of all, it helps me do the two most important things in my life; it lets me hear into the very heart of a recording while relaxing and enjoying the journey. If you ever have the opportunity to hear the G6, take it. It is a fantastic speaker and I miss them already...

As Good As It Gets
Is your system where you want it to be? How would you know? For me, I know what acoustic instruments should sound like, and that's my preference. I'd prefer music that sounds realistic...

Comparing Sticks
The title Drums & Bells with the "Comparing Sticks" subtitle maps out the boundaries of today's playground. It's sixty-four minutes of solo or twinned percussive workouts. Save for experienced drummers...

Tony Minasian's Drums & Bells
The first time I heard Tony's speakers, he also passed me a CD with a couple of tracks on it, essentially all percussion. The sound was revelatory, with a light and delicate treble over an equally nuanced and deep bass presentation...