Beginner here – any good review sites or YouTubers to learn from?

[kemmler3D]

Focus on reading resources covering the basics of physics of sound, acoustics, psychoacoustics, and so on. You can start from "what is sound" and go from there. Once you understand how sound and audio works fundamentally, you can see for yourself which gear reviews make sense and witch don't.

In other words try to learn about audio outside of the hi-fi context entirely before getting into the gear stuff.

 

[DanielT]

Erins Audio Corner is a favorite along with ASR.

Here are two more tips.

Audioholics. A lot about AVs but also tests and measurements of speakers:

Audioholics

Want to get the scoop on the latest AV products with hard facts and no fluff? The Audioholics YouTube channel provides detailed video reviews and How-To Set Up Guides of AV receivers, amplifiers, loudspeakers and subwoofers, Blu-ray players, headphones, gadgets and more. We discuss the latest...

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David Mellor (Audio Masterclass) makes interesting videos.

Audio Masterclass

David Mellor's (that's me!) Audio Masterclass is your go-to channel for all things audio, from hi-fi and home recording to professional sound. I dive deep into the world of high-fidelity audio, explore the latest gear, and share insights on how to get the best sound in any environment. Whether...

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Check out this thread. If you want to do a blind DAC test, go to #2 and watch that video:

You couldn’t hear the difference - Proof! Beautiful video of David Mellor (Audio Masterclass) about sound differences between DAC

David Mellor from audio masterclass and Alain Pauls are YouTubers and Audio engineers. They wanted to find out, if Differences between DAC are audible. So both of them started polls in which they asked the audience if it is possible to hear, how often they switched between an original audio...

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[RalphB]

I asked GROK for some audiophile information and told it that it sounded like a used car salesman with its mfg specific references. It gave me a conciliatory response. I got the impression it was telling me what I wanted to hear.

 

[fin]

I consistently find many YouTube’s music related channels great while audio channels are generally awful. Keep in mind they’re always trying to sell you something, either praising gear to push sales or criticizing one product so you’ll buy the one they’re promoting. Some channels can give you useful basic info about how gear looks or functions, which works well in video format compared to articles. But it’s best to completely ignore everything they say about sound. All subjective, opinion-based audio gear content is BS and there's no exceptions.

 

[amirm]

We definitely need more educational videos. I have a long list to still do. Finding the motivation is hard. If you can be specific about what you want to learn, I will add them to my TODO list.

 

[jtwrace]

I'd say there are some good ones here depending on what you're interested in. Yes, it's mine.

The Intellectual People Podcast

I’ve always loved speaking with people, whether they’re the founder or a tech company, a customer service representative, or a showroom floor associate. People who are passionate about their product and often, their journey is just as interesting. Join me for candid conversations with guests...

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