Neil Walker

After some years of writing and editing magazines and promotional materials, Neil Walker began reviewing audio gear in January of 2000. For as long as he can remember he has loved music and audio. In fact, he was an audiophile before stereo records and sound systems existed. After some years of using one system, he rediscovered audiophile gear – just straight two-channel sound. Then, when surround sound movies on VHS and on DVD became available his interests expanded and now he enjoys three decent systems. One system combines traditional CD and vinyl sound sources. In another room, he enjoys a standard five-channel surround-sound TV and DVD system. Finally, he succeeded in bringing some of his 2000+ CDs into the living and dining area of the house by using his computer, its wireless router and a Slim Devices Inc. Squeezebox that feeds an Acoustic Energy live speaker system. Headphones are a large part of the audio world and Neil is always on the lookout for top model headphones like Sennheiser HD-650s. Neil's philosophy regarding music and other recorded sound is simple: if it seems effortless, sounds realistic and feels musical, it must be good.