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A sampling of remembrances of Art Dudley

I wish to express my sincerest condolences at the sudden passing of Art Dudley—to his family, the staff of Stereophile, and all his friends in the world of audio. His witty, acerbic, and finely crafted writing on the intricacies of hi-fi sound and music will surely be missed. I looked forward without fail to his column every month. May his soul rest in peace. Thank you.

Robert J. Farrell Jersey City, New Jersey

I just heard of Art Dudley’s passing. I’m stunned. I never dreamed that my favorite audio muse would never be around anymore to move and inspire me.

Music, audio gear, philosophy, and just the all-around joy of living were among the things he touched in me. And this from another

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