The Audiophile's Guide: Headphones
About this book
From the intimacy of a solo piano to the complexity of a full orchestra, Headphones offer a uniquely personal gateway to musical enlightenment. In The Audiophile's Guide: Headphones, Paul reveals why personal listening can achieve levels of detail and immediacy impossible with speakers, and shows you how to create a listening experience that puts you in direct connection with the music.For both dedicated headphone enthusiasts and those exploring personal audio for the first time, this comprehensive guide demystifies the world of high-end headphone listening. Through clear, practical instruction, readers will learn how different technologies—from planar magnetic to electrostatic—shape the sound we hear. Written with decades of experience in high-end audio, this essential reference shows how to build a personal listening system that reveals every nuance of your favorite recordings. Together, we'll explore how to create an intimate connection with the music that transcends traditional listening, bringing you closer to the heart of the performance than you ever thought possible.