In the golden age of vinyl, not every audiophile could splash out on exotic exotica—but Max Townshend changed the game with the Townshend Rock turntable, transforming a pricey prototype into a bulletproof powerhouse of engineering that put elite sound within reach of the masses. As Jonathan Gorse details in The Ear’s riveting head-to-head showdown, “Rock […]
The difference wasn’t trivial.”
In a world where hi-fi headlines scream about six-figure behemoths, it’s downright rebellious to celebrate the underdogs—those vintage turntables that, according to thousands of audiophiles polled by Headphonesty, still smoke today’s high-tech platters in sheer musical magic. Alexandra Plesa’s freshly updated roundup, “20 Best Vintage Turntables That Still Outperform Modern Decks” (dropped September 30, 2025), […]
The Internet Is Buzzing: Happy Customers Rave About Townshend Seismic Podiums! Audiophiles worldwide are sharing their joy on audio forums and review sites, raving about the transformative power of these vibration-busting platforms under their prized speakers and separates.These podiums eliminate phase distortion by decoupling speakers from room constraints, delivering punchy, distortion-free sound that’s got everyone […]
Coherence, timing, and drive are as good as any I’ve encountered
The Definitive Guide to Vibration Control in Audio Excellence
Townshend Audio returned with yet another accolade to their name after Zouch Audio won 2 Clarity awards for Overall best in show and Best newcomer to the show. Owner of Zouch Audio, Mike Statham, used a pair of Townshend Seismic Podiums under a pair of DALI Epicon 6 speakers to great effect. The result being […]
In 2002, the hi-fi world was abuzz with the launch of the Townshend Audio Maximum Supertweeter
For audiophiles chasing the ultimate listening experience, this trio from Townshend, EAT, and STAX is a worthy investment
The Bass Conundrum: Artificial vs. Natural
