Furutech Origin NCF-UK(R) power cable Japanese cable and connector specialist Furutech announces the launch of its brand-new Origin series of cables, crafted to redefine the balance between premium performance and value, making high-quality audio more accessible than ever. The series kicks off with the Origin NCF-UK(R), a beautifully engineered power cable that features μ-OFC conductors […]
JBL Summit Makalu, Pumori and Ama loudspeakers JBL reaches new heights with additions to its Summit Series announced at High-End in Munich today. The range now increases to five, including the iconic JBL Everest and K2, plus the new additions of Makalu, Pumori, and Ama. Each model is inspired by a Himalayan peak and crafted to […]
NAD Electronics M33 streaming amp and M23 power amplifier A new standard in high-fidelity performance from NAD is offered with new models announced ahead of the Munich High-End event. Their next-generation streaming amplifier and stereo power amplifiers promise unmatched timing precision, sonic transparency, and system flexibility. These two highly anticipated additions to the Masters Series […]
Elipson Planet L Performance speakers Following the success of its rather unusual looking Planet coaxial loudspeaker, French brand Elipson launched an improved version; Planet L has an audiophile filter and uprated internal cables. Now we have the even better Planet L Performance range which boasts an upgraded crossover network and new driver. But is it […]
High End show, Munich, 2025 The last High End show to be held in Munich proved to be as lively as any that preceded it, with new products from a wide range of brands and only a few omissions in the exhibitor list. If there was a theme it was not obvious but an awful […]
Gathered for your listening pleasure are a few tracks that Reuben and I have been enjoying over the last year. He has stuck to releases from this period while I have included pieces that I have discovered or re-discovered throughout the year and which offer both decent sound quality and great music. Check them out […]
Michell Apollo & Muse interview with Jonathan Nye At the Bristol Hi-Fi Show in February this year Michell launched the Apollo and Muse phono stage and power supply, we took the opportunity to talk with Michell MD Jonathan Nye (below) about the new electronics to find out more. The Ear: It’s been quite a long […]
Reliable Uberlight Frame desk lamp Back in the carefree days of 2021 when all we had to worry about was the return of a certain virus the Canadian light company Reliable sent me an Uberlight Flex ‘task lamp’ because they had discovered that it worked well with turntables. This solidly built LED illumined lamp can […]
She’s blown It is a compelling collection that showcases Bromide Tap’s growth as artists and their deep understanding of the dance music landscape and recreational drugs. Their ability to create emotional connections through electrifying sounds and smoke signals is commendable though extremely repetitive and annoying. This album not only secures their place in the Latvian […]