The best results in audio come from blind tests. This is especially true for turntables. The pretty ones with the names were always considered so much better than "Rega"; however, in blind tests that changed. Some of those much more expensive than Rega were graded equal, which is why I own a "Rega'.
"Violinists blast holes in violin experiment"
A follow-up to a recent thread. I felt the interesting nature of this article warranted a fresh thread.
http://www.insidethearts.com/nondivisi/they-blinded-me-with-science/
http://www.insidethearts.com/nondivisi/they-blinded-me-with-science/