I'm launching live call consultations!


Hi everyone,

Over the past year, I’ve received a lot of emails asking for one-on-one advice about CD players, DACs, upgrades, and physical media collecting in general.

Sometimes it’s a specific question, “Which CD player should I buy?” or “Should I upgrade my DAC or not?”. Other times, people just want to talk through their setup, their collection, or share what they’re into right now.

I try to respond when I can, but it’s not always possible to go deep in an email reply.

So I wanted to share something new I’m experimenting with.

I’m offering a small number of one-on-one video call sessions. These are relaxed, no-pressure conversations where we can have a video session via Google Meet discussing your stereo system needs, your physical media collection, gear you’re curious about buying, or even just talk shop for a bit with someone who’s into this stuff too.

You don’t need to have a specific problem to solve, this can be just as much about sharing setups and experiences as it is about buying decisions.

This offer won’t replace my YouTube content at all. It’s just an option for anyone who wants to reach me directly for a nominal fee.

If that sounds interesting, click this link here to schedule your 30 minute session: https://calendly.com/aaronhartley-foreveranalog

Once you sign up, it will email you a calendar invite and we will have a video conference call via Google Meet on the date and time chosen.

If you have any troubles signing up, you can reply to this email for help.

Thanks, as always, for being part of the Forever Analog community.

— Aaron

PS: My review of the Fiio DM15 R2R CD player is live on YouTube:

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I review home audio products on my blog and YouTube channel, along with tips and tricks to get the best sound possible out of your home stereo!

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