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The official podcast of SoundStage!, featuring host Jorden Guth (seasons 2–5) and Brent Butterworth and Dennis Burger (season 1).

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In this episode, Steinway Lyngdorf CCO Peter Keller-Larsen draws on his experience at Nokia during the iPhone era to explain why user experience, simplicity, and real customer insight now matter more than ever. From gaming and home cinema to changing... more

In this episode of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast, host Jorden Guth is joined by Simaudio’s product director, Étienne Gautier, for a wide-ranging conversation about where hi-fi is headed—and what needs to change. They discuss the lack of industry... more

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In the Season 5 premiere of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast, host Jorden Guth sits down with Conradin Amft, CEO of T+A Elektroakustik, to explore how high-end audio needs to evolve to reach a new generation.

The conversation digs into the headpho... more

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What does it mean for audio gear to be “technically correct,” and why should listeners care?

In the fourth-season finale of the SoundStage! Audiophile Podcast, host Jorden Guth and producer Dennis Burger are joined by John Siau, vice president of Be... more

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Recent Guests

Conradin Amft
CEO of T+A Electroacoustic (T+A)
T+A Electroacoustic
Episode: German Hi-Fi Giant T+A’s CEO on the Future of Audio
John Siau
VP, part owner, and director of engineering at Benchmark Media Group
Benchmark Media Group
Episode: Technically Correct: John Siau on DACs and Measurements
Thomas Gunvaldsen
CTO at Arendal Sound
Arendal Sound
Episode: From 1528 to 1610: Arendal Sound’s New Speaker Series
Lasse Danielsen
Sales and Marketing Director for Electrocompaniet
Electrocompaniet
Episode: Electrocompaniet: Born in Norway, Still Built There
Étienne Gautier
Chief Commercial Officer of Simaudio
Simaudio
Episode: Inside the Moon 371: Étienne Gautier on Simaudio’s New Compass Collection
Ed-Chen Goche
Chief Commercial Officer at Simaudio
Simaudio
Episode: Worth the Wait: Simaudio, September 30
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
KEF
Episode: Why We’re Holding Episode 8 — KEF Has Something Big Coming!

Host

Jorden Guth
Host of the SoundStage Audiophile Podcast, engaging in discussions about high-fidelity audio, speaker design, and the audiophile industry with various experts and industry leaders.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Another One

    Once again, Dennis shows his that his TDS runs deep.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ?75448
    United States3 months ago
  • Bill Voss of Technics podcast

    Great Show - Only now realizing I met Bill Voss at Audio Advice Live in Raleigh, NC where he was sharing some of his many LPs with the attendees. He turned me on to Percussion Persuasiva from late 1959. Great album to introduce you to stereophonics. Thanks Bill! Look forward to meeting again. Technics makes some great equipment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KECN SL-D2
    United States7 months ago
  • 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

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    3
    DCNYer
    United States3 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.

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    3
    Anvil Earthrod
    Canada3 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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    UkuleleNC
    United States4 years ago

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Feedback indicates a longing for the dynamic between previous hosts and a critique of the evolving direction of the podcast.
Listeners appreciate the breadth of discussions and technical insights shared by knowledgeable hosts.
The format is generally well-received, with compliments towards its informal yet informative style, aiding both neophytes and experienced audiophiles alike.

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German Hi-Fi Giant T+A’s CEO on the Future of Audio
Q: Do you think younger buyers will graduate from headphones to full systems, or are integrated designs the endgame?
The guest notes that while some will start with headphones or design-forward all-in-one units, the critical factor is easy connectivity, intuitive interfaces, and a product experience that feels complete and expressive, not just technically superior.
German Hi-Fi Giant T+A’s CEO on the Future of Audio
Q: Talk me through the decision to leap into headphones despite a history of focusing on speakers.
The guest explains that observing a trend among younger users who upgrade their audio experience through headphones signaled a meaningful market pattern, making the risk more acceptable given the potential for broader engagement and the opportunity to shape brand perception.
It’s T-Time: Inside Norway’s Vinyl Pressing Plant
Q: Where do you see T-Time going over the next 10 years?
Sigve mentions that they need to educate musicians about the quality vs pricing challenge, highlighting the importance of not just opting for the cheapest pressing.
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.

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