Posts filed under: DIY Audio

RCA Splitter: The Problem Explained

I remembered this thing when we conducted the blind test last week. The RCA Splitter shouldn’t be used when examining the character of two cables. Read more to understand the...... Read More

Toshiba SD-2960 (nearly match SD-3960) D/A and Op-Amp Pictures

I’ve heard about Toshiba SD-3950/3960 DVD Player from many modders on the web. Sadly, the SD-3950/3960 is only available on the US. For sure, the voltage is going to be...... Read More

Never Underestimate Your Audio Cable: A Nice Experience from Myself

I visited the monthly audio blind test held by DIY community in my country last Saturday. The topic was interconnect cable. Very interesting 😉 Why? Because, not many people believe...... Read More

Samsung Yepp YP-U2: New Kid on The Block?

When you see or hear MP3, what’s the first thing on your mind? iPod? Perhaps 😉 We have to admit that iPod is very sensational in terms or brand awareness....... Read More

My DIY Speakers Project: A Taste of Danish

After spending over 8 months on research, finally I finished my first complete speakers project. I chose Vifa XT25 for tweeter and PL18 for woofer. I think they both are...... Read More

Subjective Audio Quality: Nokia N91 vs Sony Ericsson W810i

Okay, okay. I’ve seen a lot of audio player enabeld phones review. But, most of them only evaluate the phone functionality, audio player interface, and etc… etc. I know that...... Read More

Sound Cards RMAA Frequency Response Comparison

I have done a lot of testing on sound cards. Not too much, around 12 cards actually which result was saved on my hard drive. I will post the RMAA...... Read More

CAT 6 DIY Solid State Interconnect Cable

I’ve just finished building my new interconnect cable. Just want to share the photo here. Here’s the specs: – Based on CAT 6 twisted cables with unique structure – Aluminium...... Read More

Audio Cable: Does It Really Matter?

Cable is one of the most underestimated part in audio. A lot of people consider to upgrade their CD player, their pre/amplifier, their speaker, or even their room (the accoustic)....... Read More

Why Do We Need Powerful Subwoofer At Car?

Few weeks ago, a member of CHIP’s forum asked me why do we need a powerful subwoofer (with big magnet, stiff/hard cone, and lots of power) in car audio application?...... Read More

Toshiba SD-2960 Found!

I chat with my colleague yesterday. I didn’t mean to ask him, but suddenly (I didn’t know why) I asked him to check about Toshiba DVD Player SD-2960. His office...... Read More

Basic Crossover Explained

I have just chat with my friend. He asked me about Active and Passive Crossover System. After gave him some brief explanation, I decided to write down about this topic...... Read More