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The official podcast for SoundStage!, featuring host Jorden Guth for seasons 2 and 3, plus hosts Brent Butterworth and Dennis Burger for season 1

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We all know the saying: “Good things come to those who wait.” And it’s true once again. While our current episode is finished, we must wait until September 30 to launch it because of an embargo from Simaudio. But come next Tuesday, we’ll be back with... more

This week, SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast host Jorden Guth is joined by SoundStage’s Doug Schneider and Dennis Burger to discuss three issues holding hi-fi back and how we’d fix them. Is there too much emphasis on astronomically priced products? Is t... more

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This week, SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast host Jorden Guth is joined by Valerio Cora, founder and CEO of Acora Acoustics Corporation, to discuss the manufacturing of stone speakers (no, you read that correctly), how relying on exotic materials affect... more

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In this episode, host Jorden Guth talks with Badar Qureshi, president of PML Sound International—the company behind Paradigm, Anthem, MartinLogan, and GoldenEar Technology—about how his years at Toyota shaped his approach to building world-class audi... more

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Recent Guests

Badar Qureshi
President of Paradigm Electronics
Paradigm Group
Episode: From Cars to Hi-Fi: Toyota Principles Drive the Paradigm Group's Premium Sound
Andrew Welker
Chief Product Officer of Colquhoun Audio Labs
Colquhoun Audio Labs
Episode: Silence Speaks: Hi-Fi Truths from an Anechoic Chamber with Andrew Welker
Jack O'Clee-Brown
VP of Technology at KEF
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Episode: Why We’re Holding Episode 8 — KEF Has Something Big Coming!
Paul Hales
CEO and product designer of Pro Audio Technology and Theory Audio Design
Pro Audio Technology, Theory Audio Design
Episode: Paul Hales Unleashed: The Realities of Global Audio Manufacturing
Jason Thorpe
Senior Editor of SoundStage Ultra
SoundStage Network
Episode: Bye-Bye Munich! High End 2025 Recap
Gabi Rynveld
Co-founder of Crystal Cable and brand ambassador for all the brands at International Audio Holdings
Crystal Cable
Episode: Built in the Netherlands: The Heart of Siltech, Crystal Cable, HMS, and Sphinx
Martijn Mensink
Co-founder of Dutch & Dutch, focusing on marketing, design, and products.
Dutch & Dutch
Episode: Dutch Decibels: The Netherlands-Built Sound of Dutch & Dutch
Otto Jørgensen
Product Training Manager at Dynaudio
Dynaudio
Episode: Dynaudio's Otto Jørgensen: Made in Denmark and Elsewhere
Dr. Sean Olive
Senior Fellow at Harman International
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Episode: Dr. Sean Olive on the Harman Target and Its Myriad Alternatives

Host

Jorden Guth
Host of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Missing Dennis & Brent

    I was sorry to hear that Dennis and Brent would be leaving the podcast. The earlier episodes were nice blends of appreciating audio equipment, while casting a skeptical eye towards marketing of audiophilia. As with other audiophile podcasts, the podcast is now more about allowing audio companies to market their equipment and for Soundstage to maintain access to those companies. I was disappointed that the new host didn't ask the owner of Wilson Audio about the controvery behind their Loke su... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    DCNYer
    United States2 years ago
  • Season 1: Five Stars. Season 2: a lot less.

    Season one was great. But unfortunately this show took a massive hit when Brent and Dennis handed it off. Not just in terms of the level of knowledge and experience that’s clearly missing now, but the sound production and editorial standards too. Bummer.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Anvil Earthrod
    Canada2 years ago
  • Company men

    These guys clearly don’t do their research.

    In their mofi episode they essentially report that mofi never made any misrepresentation of their product and instead let reviewers perpetuate some myth about their product.

    The mofi records in question were called “one step” records and clearly claimed to be directly from the analog source (hence the one step moniker). It turns out many were not directly from the analog source and had a digital step in the middle.

    It was false advertising.

    At the end ... more

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    1
    UkuleleNC
    United States3 years ago
  • Really good stuff

    Thanks guys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nelsenjr
    United States3 years ago
  • Very Enjoyable Format

    Really enjoying the format of the show - talking about current events and other things in the audio world. Well informed, laid back hosts with lots of experience; they are concise and stick to the point. Highly recommended if you are into audio!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greggo1545
    United States3 years ago

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There is a mention of a sense of skepticism around marketing practices in the audiophile community, which resonates with some listeners.
There has been criticism regarding the change in hosting and a perceived decline in production quality after the original hosts left.
Many enjoy the mix of wit and humor presented in discussions, highlighting the chemistry between the hosts.
Listeners appreciate the expert insights and personal stories shared by knowledgeable guests, making complex audio topics accessible.

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Silence Speaks: Hi-Fi Truths from an Anechoic Chamber with Andrew Welker
Q: If there was a song, a soundtrack to your life or an album or something that you could say like you could either listen to it all the time or right now it's just been stuck with you, is there a song or an album or something that you would you would pick out of your mind and share with us?
Andrew expressed that Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon is an album he listens to a few times a month, as it was a significant part of his childhood and experience with audio.
Bye-Bye Munich! High End 2025 Recap
Q: Was there any new turntable companies that you didn't know even existed that you were stumbling into in Munich this time around?
Yes, many turntable companies exist, with a focus on unique designs and materials, like one using Panzerholtz for their products.
Bye-Bye Munich! High End 2025 Recap
Q: Was there anything about this one that you were most excited to see or were excited to experience again?
The sandwiches were a highlight of the trip, particularly discovering a unique pretzel-croissant hybrid filled with salami and cream cheese.
Built in the Netherlands: The Heart of Siltech, Crystal Cable, HMS, and Sphinx
Q: If you were to recommend a song or a musician or an album, the soundtrack to your life or even just something that you like listening to right now, was there any particular music or any particular song or album that you could share with us?
Gabi recommends tracks for listening tests and expresses admiration for Jim Reeves's 'Adios Amigo', Jules Massenet's 'Meditation', and Peter Gabriel's 'Wallflower', highlighting their emotional depth.
Dynaudio's Otto Jørgensen: Made in Denmark and Elsewhere
Q: What can you tell us about Dynaudio's manufacturing process?
Otto spoke about the company's various branches in Hi-Fi, Pro, and Automotive sectors, emphasizing the importance of quality and differentiating production based on what makes sense for each product.

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