Summary: On this episode of Beginner Audiophile Harris and Michael talk about what a pro-audio show is like, and our secret to maintaining consistency as we audition gear. Michael then reviews the <a href="http://www.sonusfaber.com/en-us/products/principia-collection">Sonus Faber Principia 1 Bookshelf Speakers</a>, and we get into the picks of the week!<br> One thing to add:<br> If you are using a flash drive for your auditioning, make sure you include FLAC, AIFF, and the highest res MP3, because you never know what gear they’ll have at the other end.<br> Gear Guide & Music Talk:<br> <br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hq67Qr" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sonus Faber Principia 1 Bookshelf Speaker</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hq5oyH" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OPPO Sonica DAC</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hnFFXE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Paradigm Studio 60 Speakers</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2rhmD4P" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Marantz SR7009 Receiver</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hoHbsA%E2%80%935+Amplifier" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Emotiva XPA–5 Amplifier</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hmoWny" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SVS Subwoofer</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hn4OC1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pro-Ject Turntables</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hoHhQY" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IKEA Ivar Shelf Unit</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hoHnrT" target="_blank" rel="noopener">QUAD Downfiring Sub</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hnmrS2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rialto 600</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2ho4Ycn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael’s Custom Shelf On Instagram</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hq7COz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Made in America Festival</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hnvGSl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Monster Cables</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hnvJO1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beats by Dre</a><br> * <a href="https://www.apple.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2t7xRKo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Show – High End Audio Show</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hnraDl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rocky Mountain Audio Show</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hm6SKv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CES</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hoHZOi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sprout ELAC System Integrated Amplifier by PS Audio</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hoIwQi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Audioengine HD3 Speakers</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hnFcoG" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AudioEngine B2 Speakers</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2hmnLVf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KEF Q350 Speakers</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2t7EJr3" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Schiit Phono Preamp</a><br> * <a href="http://amzn.to/2rhypfh" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ELAC Debut B6 Speakers</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hnFNGW" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bottom Firing speaker Port</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hn5s2p" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn how to network better with Michael’s free Conferencetopia Course</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hm3eQS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Steely Dan</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hoxScp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Listen to Aja by Steely Dan</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hn5MhD" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Listen to Can’t Buy a Thrill by Steely Dan on Tidal</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hofbp4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Listen to Pretzel Logic by Steely Dan on Tidal</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hnPiFW" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Listen to Countdown to Ecstasy by Steely Dan on Tidal</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hofnoi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Listen to Katy Lied by Steely Dan on Tidal</a><br> * <a href="http://bit.ly/2hog80C" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to save a Search...</a>
