Passionate about music, movies, HiFi audio, headphones and home theater, eCoustics has been covering the A/V industry since 1999. Join our diverse cast of journalists, audiophiles, industry experts and special guests for always spirited, sometimes controversial discussions about the latest news, happenings and trends in the audio, video and music industries. Whether you're listening through stereo loudspeakers with a vintage tube amp, rocking a multi-channel home theater, on-the-go with wireless speakers or headphones, streaming music or spinning vinyl, the experienced team at ecoustics breaks down what you need to know to really enjoy music and movies at home and on the road. https://www.ecoustics.com
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August 13, 2026Episode 13231 min
Best TVs of 2026: Editors’ Choice
RGB backlighting and Super Quantum Dot (SQD) technology are mounting the strongest challenge yet to OLED’s dominance in 2026. After testing and reviewing the year’s major contenders, we are ready to reveal our picks for the best TVs of 2026 so far. Join Senior Reviewer Al Griffin, and Editor-at-Large Chris Boylan as they break down their favorite models, explain what sets each one apart, and debate whether OLED still deserves the crown. • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
August 6, 2026Episode 13128 min
Dolby Vision 2 is Coming to 2026 Hisense TVs: Will Movies Look Better?
When Dolby Vision 2 - the latest version of the company's dynamic HDR solution - was first announced in late 2025, there was a lot of uncertainty about how, when and why it was coming. Over the past 10 months, things have become clearer, including its imminent availability on select Hisense TVs. Tune in with eCoustics founder Brian Mitchell, Senior Reviewer Al Griffin and Editor at Large Chris Boylan as we discuss the latest developments with Dolby Vision 2 and Dolby Vision 2 Max and what's coming over the next few weeks and months. Additional details about Dolby Vision 2 and Dolby Vision 2 Max: https://www.ecoustics.com/news/dolby-vision-2/ Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, Shure! www.shure.com • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com #dolbyvision2 #dolbyvision2max #dolbyvision #ecoustics #hometheater #hisense • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
July 17, 2026Episode 13054 min
Jacob Wendt, Kevin Gray and the Sound of a Modern Jazz Quintet
Jacob Wendt leads from behind the drum kit without treating every song like a personal drum clinic. His forthcoming album, The Gallery, arrives in late summer and was recorded by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Recording, aka “Hackensack West,” using an all-valve signal path from microphone to cutter head. In this episode of the eCoustics Podcast, Eric Pye (@audioloveyyc) and Mitch Anderson (@black_circle_radio) join Wendt and Gray to discuss the new album, Wendt’s previous release Silver Street, quintet chemistry, horn arrangements, live versus studio recording, and the difficult art of leading a band without elbowing everyone else out of the spotlight. Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, SVS! www.svsound.com • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com #hifi #kevingray #cohearentrecords #jacobwendt #musiconvinyl #vinylenthusiast #blackcircleradio #vinylcommunity #ecoustics #audiophile #homelistening • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
May 24, 2026Episode 12935 min
IsoAcoustics Explains the Silent Fix: Vibration is the Sound Killer
Host Mitch Anderson interviews IsoAcoustics’ Sean Morrison and Matt Reilly about hi-fi isolation, vibration control, and why speakers, tube amps, turntables, and audio components may perform better when properly isolated. From floating a CBC Radio studio on 3,000 pucks to becoming an OEM solution for more than 50 hi-fi manufacturers, IsoAcoustics explains why the quietest product in your system might be doing more than you think. Thank you to our sponsor of this episode, SVS! www.svsound.com • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com #hifi #isoacoustics #soundisolation #proaudiohacks #recordlathe #blackcircleradio #vinylcommunity #ecoustics #audiophile #homelistening • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
May 8, 2026Episode 12831 min
Movie Sound Design & Mixing with SVS Subwoofers: Matt Yocum on Bass Clarity and LFE Mastering
In this episode, Matt Yocum, an SVS artist and working film sound engineer, explains how modern movie soundtracks are built and why low frequency clarity plays a critical role in shaping the final experience. Drawing on his work across major film and television projects, Yocum discusses how much of what audiences hear is created in post production, how he approaches mixing for the LFE channel using SVS subwoofers, including the SB 4000, and why he often relies on dual subwoofer setups instead of one. The conversation also explores why SVS has become part of his workflow and what that says about the demands of contemporary film sound design. Learn more about Matt and SVS here: https://www.svsound.com/blogs/artist-spotlight/svs-featured-producer-matt-yocum-movie-and-tv-sound-engineer • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://www.sourceoflightandpower.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com Keep up-to-date with all the latest Hi-Fi, Headphone, Home Theater and Music news by visiting: https://www.ecoustics.com #svs #hifi #lowendmixing #2026subwoofers #soundforfilm #hometheater #svsspeakers #svssubwoofers #ecoustics #audiophile #homelistening #soundforfilm • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
April 28, 2026Episode 12742 min
AXPONA 2026: Headphones and Tube Gear Best in Show Picks with William Jennings
Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, William Jennings, Personal Audio Editor at eCoustics, shares his impressions of the headphone and tube gear landscape at the show, focusing on what stood out in real listening conditions. The conversation highlights key trends in personal audio, the continued role of tube amplification, and the products that earned his Best in Show consideration, offering a clear and practical take on where the category is heading and what is worth paying attention to. Thank you to SVS for sponsoring this episode! Host: Mitch Anderson, eCoustics Producer Guest: William Jennings, eCoustics Headphone & Portables Editor Time Keeper: Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO Credits: • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com Don't forget to check our website for daily updates on the latest electronics, news, recommendations, and deals on high-end audio, loudspeakers, earphones, TVs, and more. www.ecoustics.com #wirelessheadphones #headphoneindustry #2026headphones #audiophile #hifi #tubeamplification #musicindustrynews #ecoustics #hifinews #headfi #earbuds #vinylcommunity #axpona2026 • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
April 27, 2026Episode 12620 min
Audeze and Prosper Cables at AXPONA 2026: Two Conversations from the Show Floor
Two episodes in one! Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, Karlee Little, Social Media and Gaming Relations at Audeze, walks through the new LCD S20 closed back headphones and what sets them apart in the current lineup. The discussion covers the fundamentals of the design, including how SLAM technology works, what listeners should expect from a fully analog and passive headphone, and where this model fits for both gaming and music use. Guest: Karlee Little, Social Media & Gaming Relations - Audeze Co-hosted by: Mitch Anderson, Producer - eCoustics William Jennings, Headphone & Portables Editor - eCoustics Also recorded at AXPONA 2026, Jeremy Longwell, Owner and Founder of Prosper Cables, discusses how he got started building cables and why he chose to focus on that side of the hi-fi world. The conversation looks at the realities of running a small business in the audio industry, including the role social media plays in building awareness and trust, along with what he has learned about cable design and performance through the process. It is a grounded perspective on a part of the hobby that often sparks debate but remains essential to system building. Guest: Prosper Cables - Jeremy Longwell, Owner/Founder Hosted by Mitch Anderson, Producer - eCoustics Credits: Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com #headfi #headphones #ecoustics #hifi #audeze #prospercables #musicindustry #gamingheadphones #audiocables #blackcircleradio #sourceoflightandpower #axpona2026 • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
April 24, 2026Episode 12529 min
Loewe at AXPONA 2026: Inside the Latest TVs and Headphones with the Team Behind Them
Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, this episode features Kendall Costello, Sales Operation Analyst at Loewe, and Amir Hejazi, Senior Engineer at Loewe, discussing the company’s latest TVs and headphone lineup. The conversation focuses on design priorities, key features, and how Loewe is positioning its products in a competitive premium market, with insight into how engineering and product strategy come together across both categories. Guests: Kendall Costello, Loewe Sales Operation Analyst Amir Hejazi, Loewe Sr. Engineer Chris Boylan, eCoustics Editor-at-Large Brian Mitchell, eCoustics Founder & CEO Credits: Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com #loewetelevision #luxurytv #headfi #headphones #wirelessheadphones #ecoustics #hifi #luxuryaudio #axpona2026 #2026tvs • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
April 23, 2026Episode 12452 min
T10 Bespoke In-ear Computers with HiFi Bear at AXPONA 2026
Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, HiFi Bear unboxes the T10 Bespoke eCoustics Special Edition In-ear Computers, a custom release created for a show floor raffle. This episode focuses on the design, presentation, and what sets this limited edition apart, offering a first look at a unique collaboration built specifically for the event. Oh yeah, they sound great too. Panel: Hi-fi Bear - T10 Bespoke Captain Kangaroo - eCoustics Producer Credits: Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com #t10bespoke #inearcomputer #IEM #headfi #headphones #wirelessearbuds #ecoustics #hifi #bespoke #luxuryaudio #axpona2026 • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
April 22, 2026Episode 12326 min
Lenny CoCo of MoFi: Why Vinyl Matters More Than Ever in a Digital World
Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, Lenny Coco of Mobile Fidelity Distribution discusses why vinyl still holds relevance in a digital first world, and how it fits alongside modern streaming habits. The conversation avoids framing the formats as competitors and instead looks at how each serves a different role for listeners, with Coco offering his perspective as both an industry insider and music fan. In the end, the focus stays on what matters most: the connection to the music, regardless of how it is delivered. Sponsor: Please check out the latest SVS subwoofers, speakers and more. Panel: Lenny CoCo - MOFI Mitch Anderson, Co-Host & eCoustics Podcast Producer Brian Mitchell, Co-Host & eCoustics Founder & CEO Credits: Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://blackcircleradio.com #axpona2026 #mofi #mobilefidelity #vinylcommunity #ecoustics #turntables #hifi • Original intro music by The Arc of All. https://sourceoflightandpower.bandcamp.com • Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited. https://sspunlimited.com • Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios. https://mixcloud.com/blackcircleradio Keep up-to-date with all the latest news and product reviews on hi-fi, headphones, home theater, music and more. https://www.ecoustics.com
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