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Audiophilia
"But you don't have to spend an outrageous amount of money to achieve what we all want: the satisfaction of hearing 3 dimensional sound come through 2 points of light with a level of clarity, transparency that removes all sound fatigue. And if it is true that our brains, in listening to music, are constantly trying to match what we hear to our own understanding of the world, of humanity's ability to create sound, then we need speakers that translate the source as authentically as possible. These speakers do this."
Charles Brown Audiophilia (Star Component)
2020
Audiophillia
But you don't have to spend an outrageous amount of money to achieve what we all want: the satisfaction of hearing 3 dimensional sound come through 2 points of light with a level of clarity, transparency that removes all sound fatigue. And if it is true that our brains, in listening to music, are constantly trying to match what we hear to our own understanding of the world, of humanity's ability to create sound, then we need speakers that translate the source as authentically as possible. These speakers do this.
Charles Brown Audiophilia (Star Component)
Audiophillia
This review period has strengthened my impressions and deepened my respect for this quirky bamboo system.
Audiophillia Product Review
Full ReviewDagogo
This review period has strengthened my impressions and deepened my respect for this quirky bamboo system.
Dagogo Product Review
Full ReviewEnjoy the Music
The TriArt gave a great rendering of these low-bass notes without ever feeling bloated or soggy. In addition, all the solo string instruments had rich tones and never sounded screechy.
Enjoy the Music Product Review
Full Review2019
Tech Radar
...it's little wonder that the audio tech world is looking to recyclable materials to appeal to a more eco-friendly customer base.
Bristol Hi-Fi Show
Full ArticleWifi Hifi, David Susilo
"One of the most eye-catching products at the show was this beautiful turntable made of bamboo from Tri-Art."
Toronto Audiofest 2019
Full ReviewEnjoy the Music
"...all constructed with plyboo was a stunning sight with very good sound."
Toronto Audiofest 2019
Full ReviewStereophile
"As at past shows, the sound of the all-Tri-Art system was delightful—colorful and tactile..."
Montreal Audio Fest 2019
Full ReviewSoundStage! Global
Here’s something you don’t see every day: a bamboo resonating tree."
Montreal Audio Fest 2019
Full ReviewSoundStage! Access
“If you have a thing for fine wood furniture or musical instruments, or just love to be surrounded by the warm look and feel of bamboo, be sure to check out Tri-Art.”
Montreal Audio Fest 2019
Full ReviewThe Next Best Thing Studio
The Audio Beatnik
“...these B Series 5 Open Speakers from Tri-Art Audio were designed to provide impressive bass response without the boom of conventional box speakers.”
Axpona 2019
Full ReviewLuxe et passions
“Le Sprout TA-0.5 n'a pas seulement une démarche écologique, il est conçu pour produire un son exceptionnel. Ce modèle aura sans aucun doute une place de choix dans la configuration hi-fi de chaque "éco-audiophile".”
TA 0.5 Turntable Review, French, [French]
Full ReviewUnique Radio
“De keus is aan u. Voor het geluid (en dat is toch écht belangrijk) is het een mooie keuze. De vormgeving is prachtig!”
TA 0.5 Turntable Review, [Dutch]
Full Review2018
Six Moons
“…this room offered the most satisying experience of the show this year.”
Warsaw Audio Show 2018
Full ReviewSoundStage! Global
“I found the B-Series turntable with its natty new platter and mat.”
Warsaw Audio Show 2018
Full ReviewAnalog Planet
2017
Stereophile
“[Tri-Art] spun musical lines with an effortlessness and warmth that made me want to sit and stay.”
Montreal Audio Fest 2017
Full ReviewSix Moons
“…a woodworking feast of natural Bamboo and extremely natural sound.”
Montreal Audio Fest 2017
Full ReviewSoundStage! Global
“It’s small, but the Mini appears to be a lot of speaker for $1100/pair.”
Montreal Audio Fest 2017
Full Review2015
Stereophile
“The watchword was detail, but detail without brightness or artifice—and this system’s spatial performance was remarkable…”
Salon Son & Image 2015
Full ReviewSix Moons
“Transients were unusually fast. Speed, clarity, air, attack, transparency – these are the hallmarks of the Tri-Art open-baffle sound.”
Salon Son & Image 2015
Full Review2014
SoundStage! Global
“The Bam Bam Tower was belting out some serious bass…”
Salon Son & Image 2014
Show GalleryAnalog Planet
A Serious Turntable Sports Wood (Bamboo Actually), by Michael Fremer
Rocky Mountain Audio Fest 2014
Full ReviewMagazine Audio
“Original, certes, musical, certainement!”
Rocky Mountain Audio Fest 2014
Full ReviewPositive Feedback
“All the beautiful woodwork you see is multi-layered bamboo.”
CES 2014
Full ReviewAbsolute Sound
“…these speakers are really amazing sounding, with soundstage and imaging that trumped many much more expensive rooms at the show.”
Salon Son & Image 2014
ReviewWall of Sound
Wall of Sound “Best New Product” Award
Wall of Sound “Best Mid-Priced Product” Award
“…uber-detailed, yes, but also organic, warm, and thick, with a massive soundstage.”
Salon Son & Image 2014
Full Review2013
SoundStage! Global
“It uses organic materials in its construction, such as bamboo for its casework that is stuffed with locally sourced lamb’s wool for dampening (yes, lamb’s wool in an amplifier!)…”
CES 2013
Analog Planet
“The Block combo features a belt driven bamboo platter, plinth, and unipivot tonearm as well as wood clad power supply…”
CES 2013
Full ReviewPositive Feedback
“These guys really get it, and had a great selection of music to show off just how musical their system could be.”
CES 2013
Full ReviewAbsolute Sound
“Best Sound (for the lowest price): Rosso Fiorentino’s Certaldo loudspeakers ($5,995/pr) driven by Tri-Art Audio electronics…”
CES 2013
Full ReviewConfessions of a Part-Time Audiophile
“If I were giving out awards for “Best Look”, Tri-Art would win. Their stuff is sweet looking, wow.”
CES 2013
Full ReviewSoundStage! Hi-Fi
“The Pebbles gets high marks for being so damn cool and so reasonably priced: $1200 without cartridge.”
Salon Son & Image 2013
Full ReviewEnjoy the Music
“I find the concrete and bamboo design of the Tri-Art gear both intriguing and appealing.”
Salon Son & Image 2013
Full ReviewCanada Hi-Fi
“While making my way from room to room I caught a glimpse of an interesting turntable and rack and just had to make my way into the room. Inside I found a very unique and exotic bundle of products by Tri-Art Audio.”
Salon Son & Image 2013
2012
Six Moons
“Tri Art Audio was back this year looking very slick and polished.”
“…the same bamboo-clad T amps by Tri Art Audio — but with new gain chips moving away from Tripath”
Taves 2012
Full ReviewSoundStage! Global
“Here’s a wild one to end off or product coverage. Tri-Art Audio’s bamboo turntable was a very attractive piece of…”
Taves 2012
Dagogo
“A turntable sitting in the back of the room caught my eyes…”
Salon Son & Image 2012
Full ReviewUHF Magazine
“Tri-Art makes amplifiers, preamplifiers, and other gear that look like handsome stone cubes.”
Salon Son & Image 2012
Full Review