Journal

TRIO L-07D: The Finest Direct Drive Turntable Ever Made?

In this insightful video, Ryan takes a closer look at the legendary TRIO L-07D, exploring what makes it such a special design, why it still stands at the very top...

Inside Our Studio: Rare Technics Turntables

Step inside the MasterSounds studio as we reveal our Technics turntable stock and some of the rarest decks from Ryan’s personal collection, including current projects and rare finds.

MasterSounds x Longevity Labs: A Collaborative Audio Journey in Manila

We’re incredibly proud to share one of our most thoughtful collaborations to date, partnering with Longevity Labs, a visionary wellness space in the Philippines, to design and deliver a custom MasterSounds...

The SL-1200MK2 You've Never Seen: SME Arm Edition

Today, Ryan talks us through an ultra-rare near mint variant of the legendary SL-1200MK2 turntable, named the SL-120MK2.

SUPERNATURE AT KIT-FORM: A Gathering - Music/Food/Records

On Saturday 24th January we're taking our Clarity M to Bristol for the launch of SUPER NATURE at Kit-Form.

Brand New Technics SL-1200MK3 Unboxing: Ultra Rare Japanese Edition

We're back with another New Old Stock Open Box Technics SL Unboxing - this time Ryan reveals an ultra rare Japanese only edition with original ancillaries, the SL-1200MK3.

Brand New Technics SL-1210MK2 Unboxing: The OG DJ Turntable

Today, Ryan unboxes a New Old Stock Open Box Technics SL-1210MK2, one of the most iconic and influential DJ turntables ever produced.

Bar Shrimp - 7 New York Street, Manchester

We have partnered with Bar Shrimp providing a custom off-white Clarity M-1215 2.2 system in 4 point configuration, paired with two Full Fat Audio 8004 DSP amplifiers.

Repercussion Festival visit MasterSounds HQ

While we are preparing for a huge year in 2026 at the MasterSounds HQ in Stockport with some exciting new developments in the works (you’ll just have to wait and...

Carhartt WIP Newcastle: Accidental Meetings Takeover

We recently headed to Newcastle to continue our partnership with Carhartt in celebration of their store opening on Grainger Street.

MasterSounds Return To Repercussion Festival 2025

Having worked on some amazing sound system takeovers for Repercussion, we are super happy to take over the Plant Room (Freight Island) for the first ever winter edition of the...

Sound Matters: Mr Bongo Interview With Ryan

For a new feature series called Sound Matters, Mr Bongos are taking the time to chat with some of their favourite audio-related collectives. Be it Hi-Fi speaker brands, custom rotary...