Opinions - The Absolute Sound

Hey, I've got $1, and I've been thinking about buying something on the McDonald's Value Meal menu. Should I spend my dollar at McDonald's tomorrow? Will it be tasty? Will it satisfy my appetite? Will it be nourishing?

Tvad, as you are looking for recommendations, spend a little more and go for the Mac Snack Wrap. Yum Yum.
As for TAS, total crap IMO.

The music recommendations are worth looking at. I usually force myself to read one article. The ads always make me wonder how any of these companies stay in business and the models are definitely B list.

Overall I would say it's worth $1 or so an issue.

Seems appropriate to ask opinions on an audio mag here.

I prefer Stereophile, for the measurements and the detailed set-up information, both of which AS lacks. I think these omissions contribute to the slightly lightweight vibe of AS, since the (almost invariably positive) "verdict" often seems to me less useful than other info in a review.

That said, Mceljo, I think most hobbyists would get a CDs worth of pleasure from a year of either mag.

John

Imo, both tas and stereophile claim this current product they are reviewing is the best they ever heard, in their own room and setup, even if their setup isn't the same when they reviewed the 1st product. Laughable sometimes. Better reads are hifi+, tone, and absolute audiophile. I am converting all my subscriptions to the ipad version which is much cheaper and more convienient.

I find looking at my Back-Issues for Used Equipment purchases helpful [ usually 3-10 year old stuff ] .

Reviews that I paid little attention to when the Mags [ AS & Stereophile ] first arrived are relevant .

Also Software Reviews can be helpful .