How Does the Sound Quality of a Tube Amplifier Compare to a Solid State Amplifier?

Exploring the Sonic Differences Between Tubes and Transistors If you’ve ever sat back with a copy of Kind of Blue spinning on the turntable or queued up Dark Side of the Moon in full-resolution digital glory, you’ve probably wondered: would this sound better through a tube amp or a solid state? It’s one of high-end […]

How Can I Reduce Unwanted Noise and Interference In My Audio System?

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of settling in for a deep listen—Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue spinning on the turntable, or maybe Radiohead’s In Rainbows in high-res digital, each note hitting with emotion and clarity. But then… that faint hum. Or buzz. Or static. Suddenly, the magic fades. If you’ve ever experienced noise or […]

Happy Record Store Day – This Saturday, April 12!

At Totem Acoustic, it probably comes as no surprise that every single one of us is a die-hard music lover. It’s in our blood, it’s in our bones—and honestly, it’s the reason we do what we do. Speakers aren’t just gear to us—they’re the soulful bridge between artist and listener, and we believe every note […]

Totem Acoustic Launches the Tribe Tower Thunderbird Speaker

The Tribe Tower Thunderbird is Totem Acoustic’s latest masterpiece—an awe-inspiring fusion of sonic excellence and design elegance that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in a floorstanding speaker. With its newly engineered 6-inch Totem Torrent drivers and proprietary tweeter working in perfect harmony, the Thunderbird creates a massive, richly detailed soundstage with bass that dives […]

How to Become a Better Music Listener

If you’ve ever sat down to play Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here, or Radiohead’s In Rainbows, and felt something stirring that you couldn’t quite put into words, you already know music is more than just background noise. For audiophiles, it’s an immersive experience — a journey through tone, emotion, and sonic craftsmanship. But becoming […]

What is the Significance of Bit Depth and Sample Rate in Digital Audio?

Ever crank up Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here or Radiohead’s Everything In Its Right Place on a great pair of speakers and feel like you’re right there in the studio with them? That goosebump-inducing moment has a lot to do with two behind-the-scenes digital audio terms: bit depth and sample rate. Now, we know […]

What Are the Advantages of Vinyl Records Over Digital Formats?

The debate between vinyl records and digital formats has been ongoing for decades, with passionate audiophiles and casual listeners alike weighing in on the differences. While digital audio has become the most convenient and accessible way to enjoy music, vinyl records continue to maintain a strong presence in the high-end audio community. But what exactly […]

Totem Acoustic Bison Series Now Available in a Stunning Black Walnut Finish

Totem Acoustic is thrilled to introduce a striking new finish to our acclaimed Bison speaker series—Black Walnut. First unveiled with our LOON Monitor, this sophisticated dark wood grain finish is now available across the entire Bison lineup. For those who value an elegant design, the Black Walnut finish delivers a refined, natural beauty that seamlessly […]