Here are some of our favourite audio sites:
High End Audio compiled by former audio
dealer Arthur Salvatore, explodes the myth of high end
audio. He has compiled a fairly authoritative list of
(mostly American) components that he rates as
exceptional performers, however his essays about how
the industry and the audio magazines operate are an
eye-opener. One of my favourite online reads -
Arthur's thinking has influenced the way Artisan Audio
operates. Comprehensive links page.
Audiogon is a US equipment marketplace
with a fairly useful forum. I found the analog forum a
fascinating contrast to UK audio fora. There are a few
contributors who really know their stuff and several
manufacturers contribute.
Audio Asylum is similar to Audiogon -
like most fora the archive search can yield
interesting facts and opinions on even the most
obscure equipment.