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Gear reviewer who publishes long-form hi-fi audio and camera equipment reviews, plus video reviews, at stevehuffphoto.com.

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7 dated positions, 2026, in their own words. Our reading of what Steve Huff has said — not written or endorsed by them.

  1. Our readingA subwoofer for music should reinforce the bass already in the recording, without adding bloat or artificial bass.

    Their wordsInstead of trying to reach the depths where no real music lives, or not much at all, a sub should reinforce the bass that is actually in the recording and do so without making its presence known. It should never add bloat or artificial bass, but rather enhance what is there so we can hear it and even feel it.

    ↗A Subwoofer Like No Other. Fleetwood Fundamental Review.stevehuffphoto.com 1st of 3 in this piece

  3. Our readingSubwoofer extension down to 15-18 Hz is marketing fluff that brings no benefit for music.

    Their wordsThere are subs that are very well known for their quality and performance, and these are usually marketed as going so low and deep, even down to 15 Hz in some cases. That is all marketing fluff IMO, as I have never, ever heard any benefit from any sub for music that goes down to 15-18 Hz.

    ↗A Subwoofer Like No Other. Fleetwood Fundamental Review.stevehuffphoto.com 3rd of 3 in this piece

  4. 10 days earlier

  5. Our readingIn audio, a higher price does not always mean a better listening experience

    Their wordsI've heard some extremely pricey gear I wouldn't recommend at all because, for me, the price doesn't always equal the experience.

    ↗The Electrocompaniet EC5 & AW300 Review. Dream System.stevehuffphoto.com 1st of 2 in this piece

  7. Our readingNo piece of audio gear is the best for everyone, because what is best depends on the listener

    Their wordsI do not say "best" as that is a bad word to use for describing audio gear as best to you may not be to me, and vice versa. There is no such thing as best for all.

    ↗The Electrocompaniet EC5 & AW300 Review. Dream System.stevehuffphoto.com 2nd of 2 in this piece

  8. 4 weeks earlier

  9. Our readingSpending more on ultra-high-end audio gear does not necessarily yield better sound, just different sound.

    Their wordsYou can spend more on an integrated amp in the ultra-high-end price range, but I do not feel you will necessarily get "better" sound-just something different.

    ↗Luxman L-100 Centennial Review. Class A Returns.stevehuffphoto.com 2nd of 3 in this piece

  10. 6 weeks earlier

  11. Our readingAudio gear should be judged by ear, not by technical measurements.

    Their wordsI have always been of the belief, and still have this belief, that audio should be judged by the ear.

    ↗HiFi Perfection? The Benchmark AHB2 and DAC3 HGC in 2026stevehuffphoto.com 1st of 2 in this piece

  13. Our readingThe listening room and system setup matter more to sound quality than any individual piece of gear.

    Their wordsYes, the room and setup will matter more than any measurement, amp, DAC or piece of gear you add later.

    ↗HiFi Perfection? The Benchmark AHB2 and DAC3 HGC in 2026stevehuffphoto.com 2nd of 2 in this piece