Vienna Hi-End 2026: The Future and the Past
This year, as we walked through the halls of Vienna Hi-End 2026, we got the sense that many of the major players in the hi-fi industry hadn’t come to Austria just to showcase new products. They had come to tell their stories. In an edition featuring many emerging Asian brands—increasingly present, increasingly competitive, and increasingly […] More
Cambridge Audio brings Qobuz Connect to its streamers
It was a few days ago that Cambridge Audio, thanks to a firmware update of its products based on the 2nd and 3rd generation StreamMagic platform, has added Qobuz Connect to the list of supported streaming services. Just a few months ago another firmware update had given users of the affected hardware the ability to […] More
LAiV Crescendo VERSE
LAiV Audio’s Crescendo series was created in response to the growing demand for desktop solutions capable of delivering high performance without sacrificing practicality. It is designed for those looking for sound quality, flexibility of use and a compact format, suitable both for the desktop and for integration into traditional audio systems. The first model in […] More
Aune N5 & NC1 Evo, alone or together, budget without compromise
Aune ‘s N series represents one of the most interesting and affordable offerings on the market, combining affordability and audiophile approach. The N5 EVO was born as a complete solution that integrates network player, DAC and streamer in a single device, while the NC1 EVO is its ideal complement as an external clock and linear […] More
JPLAY adds HIGHRESAUDIO: high-resolution streaming with studio quality.
It has not been long since we published our review of the JPlay app. With the most recent update, the dynamic Polish developer has added support for HIGHRESAUDIO, which complements the existing TIDAL and Qobuz streaming platforms. With the integration of HIGHRESAUDIO within JPLAY, music fans can use an additional streaming service that offers studio-quality, […] More
C 3030 & C 3030 S the new amplifiers from NAD
Following the 2023 debut of the 3050 NAD announces two new integrated amplifiers, C 3030 and C 3030 S. They all strongly recall the legendary lines of the 3030 from the late 1970s and differ in the presence of the BluOS streaming part in the S version. Black front panel, analog VU meters, and italicized […] More
Cambridge L/R, the Wireless Revolution
Cambridge enters the design active speaker arena with the L/R range, absolutely stereo (nome nomen) and consisting of three models declined for different needs and budgets: X the top of the range, M the intermediate and S the compact. The aesthetics are very original, and come very close to the stylings of Dieter Rams, and […] More
Audiolab D7 and Audiolab D9
The D7 is a desktop dac with headphone output and ESS9038Q2M chip. It was the 1990s when Audiolab debuted its first separate digital-to-analog converter, it was called the 8000DAC, but it was with the M-DAC in 2011 that the company consolidated its expertise in the field. After 14 years two new products: the Audiolab D7 […] More
BRYSTON Bi-200 Integrated Amplifier
LA Bryston Ltd. based in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, just northeast of Toronto, has been designing and manufacturing state-of-the-art electronic components for the professional and consumer audio markets for over 35 years. Bryston’s commitment to creating excellent products in both musical and construction aspects is amply demonstrated by the exceptional reliability that results in a 20-year […] More
Valerion VisionMaster Max vs. Sony VPL-XW5100ES at Entertainment Machine in Rome on Sept. 26 and 27
If you are a home cinema enthusiast, you can’t miss the Sept. 26 and 27 event organized by Entertainment Machine. Two days entirely dedicated to video projection starring two models that are doing a lot of talking in the 4K projector industry. Valerion VisionMaster Max: the most anticipated new feature The Valerion VisionMaster Max is […] More
Sonus faber Sonetto G2: Redefining sound, inspired by the top
The Sonus faber Sonetto G2 line-up was created with the aim of making the sound performance and elegance of the Vicenza-based brand that has been one of the top players in the industry worldwide for years more accessible. Sonus faber Sonetto G2: proudly made in the land of Vicenza, Italy. The Sonetto G2 range consists […] More
Diva Half Utopia, the Wireless Hi-End
https://youtu.be/QLLKoNOy87w With Diva Mezza Utopia, Focal and Naim Audioraise the bar for high fidelity, jointly signing an active, wireless speaker that combines audiophile refinement and ease of use. Four powerful 20-centimeter woofers, integrated electronics, and proprietary technologies transport music, movies, vinyl, and even video games into a new dimension, with no constraints or compromises. These […] More
WiiM Amp Ultra
Finally the versatility of the ULTRA with an amplifier inside, it’s called Amp Ultra and it is set to redefine the market segment, thanks to the usual unbeatable value for money that WiiM has always accustomed us to. 100 watts per channel into 8 ohms with a very advanced input pool, from analog sources to […] More
FiiO K15, DAC/Pre Headphone Amplifier
FiiO K15, DAC, preamplifier, headphone amplifier debuts July 19 at Canjam in London. The product, which in the tradition of the Eastern manufacturer will for sure be a champion of value for money, contains an interesting novelty, being equipped with a pair of the new Asaki Kasei 4497S chips 4497S is the new chip from […] More
Audioplus distributes WADAX
Audioplus Hi End adds a prestigious brand to its already large portfolio. It is WADAX, an absolute benchmark brand in digital audio products, known for its cutting-edge technology and focus on sound quality. The company focuses on unique and functional designs, with an articulate production team to ensure consistent quality and performance. Wadax was founded […] More
Soulution 787: a revolutionary turntable
Tangency error is the difference between what should be the ideal position of the stylus as it follows the record groove and its actual position. In order to eliminate this error, several manufacturers over the years have come up with reading arms that slide on a more or less sophisticated track that allows its lateral […] More
Totem Acoustic Tribe Tower Thunderbird: the latest creation of Vince Bruzzese
The Totem Acoustic Tribe Tower Thunderbird, are loudspeakers designed to adapt to different listening environments. Totem Acoustic Tribe Tower Thunderbird in Brief The Totem Acoustic Tribe Tower Thunderbirds are born with an important ambition: to ensure optimal performance regardless of where they are going to play. The Thunderbirds carry on the design of the previous […] More
Linn Majik DSM : one box wins!
The Linn Majik DSM is now in its fifth generation and is a classic example of modern high fidelity. What do we mean by modern high fidelity? A compact, high-performance, upgradeable system, and above all, a system that can rely on the high Linn know-how that, let us remember, was the forerunner of streaming. Linn […] More
Rotel Factory Tour
https://youtu.be/eg3eeoHpDRk In this short video we take you on a tour of the Rotel factory in China. We will show you the different stages of the construction of some of the equipment of the renowned Japanese manufacturer and visit the different sections to which the factory is divided. The video was made by Giancarlo valletta […] More
New Accuphase E-3000: big in Japan!
For those who want to enter the Japanese manufacturer’s magical world, the new Accuphase E-3000 integrated Accuphase has announced the successor to its entry level E-280 integrated amplifier, we are talking about the brand new Accuphase E-3000. The E-3000 can count on more power and a higher damping factor. Accuphase E-3000 can also count on […] More
Pro-Ject A1.2 the turntable for everyone
The Austrian company has announced the new the Pro-Ject A1.2, the latest addition to the AUTOMAT range. After the Pro-Ject A1, born just over two years ago., it is now the turn of the Pro-Ject A1.2, a turntable that is easy, fully automatic and able to please everyone with the standard of quality that the […] More
New Rega Brio Mk7 amplifier: this time there is also a built-in DAC
The Rega Brio MK7 is the first amplifier in the Brio line-up to offer an integrated analog digital converter. So we can say that Rega, too, is adapting to what is the trend of the moment, and who knows, the British company may be able to win the loyalty of a new segment of customers. […] More
AUDIO RESEARCH REFERENCE 330M
We have seen it far and wide at trade shows in prototype form and have been waiting for its release. 330W with 6 KT170s, the new final tubes that are more powerful than the KT150s, for a truly stunning product in many ways, also being a hybrid. A high-performance power amplifier then, 330M is based […] More
Nucleus Titan and One, the new servers from Roon Labs.
Roon is undoubtedly the best intangible music management software, and it has been in its many incarnations since the early 1990s when Enno Vendermeer, its founder and creator developed the first version of the famous software while also setting up a system to run it. At the time, processing was much more cumbersome than it […] More
AURALiC AQUILA X3: a streamer that fears no comparison
Auralic, gives a showdown with this new top-of-the-line streamer that promises breathtaking performance! The Auralic AQUILA X3 is a significant step forward in both design and technology and reveals a bold new design and innovations in cutting-edge streaming. This is what we learn directly from the manufacturer’s website. Auralic AQUILA X3: a concentrate of technology […] More
Aqua La Scala MkIII: an important evolution of the La Scala DAC.
As usual for Aqua, this latest model, named Aqua La Scala MKIII, combines cutting-edge technology, precision craftsmanship and the unwavering dedication to providing the most authentic music reproduction experience. Aqua La Scala MKIII: what’s new Aqua La Scala MkIII is not just an upgrade: this version obviously includes all the improvements introduced in the recent […] More
New JBL Stage 2 series: speaker line-up with attractive prices
Making a Hi-Fi or Home Theathre system by entering the world of the American manufacturer, today is more affordable than ever, thanks to the new line-up of JBL Stage 2 speakers, in this article we will present the available models and prices. JBL Stage 2: solutions for all needs The JBL Stage 2 line-up is […] More
Elac Debut 3.0 new series, old routines
The Elac Debut 3.0 is the brand’s new series that continues with its good old habits i.e., speakers that are always very attractive value for money. Seven models: bookshelf DB53-DB63, tower DF53-DF63, center channels DC53-DC63, and Dolby Atmos DA43 speakers. Elac Debut 3.0 and their philosophy The Elac Debut 3.0 are a series of speakers […] More
Exposure 360 turntable: the first in many years!
“You ask and we listen!” thus the first Exposure turntable was born. Going into more detail, many brand loyalists have asked the British brand for a turntable, and so Exposure techinicians wanted to fulfill their customers’ requests. Exposure 360 turntable in brief The Exposure 360 turntable was made in collaboration with a major British turntable […] More
Kef KC92 and Kube: new subwoofers on the way.
KEF introduces the new KC92 force-canceling subwoofer and the attractively priced Kube line-up. At this point, Kef’s line of subwoofers is truly complete, plus it enjoys solutions and designs that are ideal for our living rooms. The Kef KC92 and the entire Kube line-up are the new subwoofers recently unveiled by the British brand that […] More
Ayre KX-8 variable gain preamplifier
TheAyre KX-8 has a true variable-gain volume control; albeit with a much simpler and more economical approach than we have already seen on the KX-R preamplifier. Ayre KX-8: let’s find out. The Ayre KX-8 can count on an excellent signal-to-noise ratio that can, according to the manufacturer, “liberate” music, at any volume level. Built around […] More
Revival Audio Atalante 4: news from the French manufacturer
The French manufacturer announces a new floorstanding speaker model to complete the line-up Revival Audio Atalante 4 here are the main features The Revival Audio Atalante 4 are floorstanding speakers designed to also be a complement to our homes. By collaborating with the Paris-based A+A Cooren Design Studio , winner of the Le French Design […] More
Q Acoustics M40 small wireless towers attractively priced
The British manufacturer that has become famous for its attractively priced speakers presents new wireless towers with very small dimensions. Q Acosutics M40 in brief The Q Acoustics M40 are active, wireless speakers characterized by compact dimensions designed for those looking for a practical, inexpensive speaker that does not forget about reproduction quality. These speakers […] More
Audiovector QR SE: new speaker series
The Danish company has announced a new series of speakers that will satisfy both stereo and multichannel enthusiasts. The Audiovector QR Special Edition includes seven new speaker models: the QR 1 SE stand-mount speakers and then the QR 3 SE, QR 5 SE, QR 7 SE floorstanding models, the QR C SE center speaker, the […] More
Børresen X1: new elegant stand speaker
The Danish company headed by Michael Borrensen is about to come to market with a model that is less expensive than the rest of the production, ready to become an interesting combination of elegance and good sound reproduction. Here are the first reports we were able to find. More
Chord Ultima Integrated: top-of-the-line novelties
From the pencil of John Franks comes the new top-of-the-line integrated amplifier “proudly made in the UK.” The Chord Ultima Integrated is a concentrate of technology that encapsulates all the kno-how gained from more than 30 years of research by the brand. Chord Ultima Integrated: 30 years of study and research The Chord Ultima Integrated […] More
Leak Sandwich 150 and 250: vintage style and modern technology
Leak has been back in the spotlight for a few years now, offering a vintage design that harks back to the company’s former glory but putting modern, up-to-date solutions inside the cabinet. The Leak Sandwich 150 and Sandwich 250 speakers are the brand’s latest addition and are 2-way and 3-way speakers, respectively. To longtime enthusiasts, […] More
Rose RA280: new integrated amplifier
If the Rose RA180 with its many functions has always seemed too much for you, here is a decidedly more minimalist solution that does not, however, betray the family look The Rose RA280 from an aesthetic point of view is very similar to its big brother RA180 but with a cabinet less packed with buttons […] More
LINN Klimax 800 Solo: difficult loads are its bread and butter
If you are the owner of speakers with impossible loads, close to short-circuiting, you may find nirvana with this gargantuan mono power amp. The LINN Klimax Solo 800 is a mono power amplifier with resounding nameplate figures, one of those machines designed for those looking for a no-compromise item designed for those who are budget-conscious. […] More
Naim United Nova PE: high-end one-box solution
Naim Uniti Nova series was created with the aim of combining audiophile needs with the practicality of using modern all-in-one systems. Let’s find out what the British brand presented More
Cambridge Audio CXN100: good new for streaming lovers
“The best just got better,” reads the manufacturer’s website, which after several years announces a rejuvenation of the highly successful CXN V2. More
MoFi MasterDeck new turntable by Allen Perkins
MoFi Electronics recently announced MasterDeck, its new reference turntable. Designed by Allen Perkins, it is handmade at the MoFi Electronics factory in Michigan More
Marantz Cinema 30: new AV amplifier with 11.4 channels
Marantz unveils the latest addition to its Cinema series that promises top-of-the-line performance. Let’s find out. The Marantz Cinema 30 is the ‘reference AV amplifier of the Cinema series and can count on really interesting features. Let’s start by saying that this amplifier is built in Japan, at the Marantz laboratories in Shirakawa under the […] More
New Focal Aria Evo-X Series
Very interesting news from Focal. Let’s find out together. More
Denon AVC-X6800H soon to be available in Italy
The Denon AVC-X6800H will be available in Italy starting in February. Entirely built and engineered in Japan the X-6800H goes just below the top-of-the-line Denon AVC-A1H nicknamed “the beast” by insiders. The Denon AVC-X6800H contains within it not only the latest technological advances on the market, but also the fact that it is a machine […] More
Triangle Borea Connect Active: now there is also HDMI.
French company Triangle has unveiled the new Borea Connect BR03 and BR02: a concentrate of practicality at an attractive price. The Triangle Borea Connect are yet another demonstration of how the market, especially at the entry level, demands compact all-in-one solutions that can multi-task. This was very well understood by the French company Triangle, which […] More
Nucleus Titan, the ultimate platform for Roon music software
Nucleus Titan, cutting-edge performance with stunning aesthetics: the ultimate platform for Roon music software. Nucleus TitanEVADA (Jan. 9, 2024) – Roon, the world’s most innovative listening experience for music lovers, in partnership with Harman International, is excited to announce at CES 2024 the arrival of Nucleus Titan, the next-generation high-performance Nucleus server. Nucleus Titan maximizes […] More
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