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Welcome to the Live Audiophile Roundtable! In this episode, we're diving into the world of 2025 "Audiophile" reissues and discussing which ones are coming out HOT. Plus, we'll be sharing our top picks and the latest news in the audiophile community.,... more

Welcome to our Live Audiophile Roundtable where we dive into the debate of Originals vs Audiophile reissues. We'll be discussing the age-old question of whether price or sound quality reigns supreme in the world of audiophiles. Plus, our panelists wi... more

Welcome to our Live Audiophile Roundtable where we dive into the world of record technology and the highly coveted One-Step process. Join us as we break down the intricacies of this revolutionary method and how it elevates the listening experience fo... more

Welcome to the Live Audiophile Roundtable, where we dive into the world of high-quality audio and discuss the latest trends and innovations in audiophile remastering. In this episode, we are joined by renowned mastering engineer Steve Hoffman, who wi... more

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Steve Westman
Host of discussions centered around audiophile records and audio quality, engaging with various experts in the field.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • What you’ve been looking for

    Great pod for all things music n vinyl. Steve gets the big name guests and shares the stage with many YouTube vinyl community members. Its always entertaining and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
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    AttyCake1
    Canada2 years ago
  • Finally available on Podcast!!

    Steve's insightful commentary and engaging discussions have made his YouTube channel a go-to destination for music enthusiasts. With The Audiophile Roundtable now available as a podcast, listeners have even more flexibility to tune in and deepen their understanding of all things audio. Whether you're looking to stay updated on the latest trends or eager to delve into the fundamentals of music appreciation, this podcast is an invaluable resource. Don't miss out on the opportunity to broaden your ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bourbon Street Consulting
    United States2 years ago

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Live Audiophile Roundtable: Record Technology Inc. and the One-Step process explained. Plus picks!
Q: What does 100% QC really work? Do you actually play a disc in the run?
Once the press has been dialed in and that we're not getting any press anomalies, the QC department listens to these discs to ensure they're of good quality.
Live Audiophile Roundtable: Record Technology Inc. and the One-Step process explained. Plus picks!
Q: When you get to the price point of 100 to 150, how is the quality control different than, say, an order of 50,000 records?
With one steps, we do a quality control check on the mothers, but there's no mothers, so it makes quality control easier in plating.
Live Audiophile Roundtable: The Processes and Techniques of Mastering Albums with Matt Lutthans!
Q: How many albums have you personally cut in your career?
I would guess I'm around 200. I've been cutting like crazy in 2023 and 2024.
Live Audiophile Roundtable: The Processes and Techniques of Mastering Albums with Matt Lutthans!
Q: Are you a fan of Ricker's half-speed?
I'm not sure if Ricker did that one or Jack Hunt did that one, but Jack Hunt was a killer engineer with really high quality work.
Live Audiophile Roundtable: The Processes and Techniques of Mastering Albums with Matt Lutthans!
Q: Tell us about the Mastering Lab, the equipment, and the history behind that equipment.
The Mastering Lab has custom-built equipment primarily dating back to 1968, leveraging both tube equipment and modern engineering techniques for mastering.

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