Nagra HD Phono MC phono stage Audio Technology Switzerland is delivering the first units of its new phono stage the Nagra HD Phono. With more than four years of R&D efforts, Nagra’s new ambitious phono stage is finally in production and first units are shipping worldwide. The HD Phono is the ideal companion to the […]
Chord Bertti power amplifier Chord Electronics’ Bertti most affordable Ultima-technology stereo power amplifier to date, is now available to buy internationally, via Chord‘s global retailer network. Designed, engineered and handmade in England, Bertti brings the amplifier specialist’s next-generation Ultima topology to the Table Top (TT) range for the first time. Chord Bertti is the perfect […]
QED Golden Anniversary XT speaker cable Golden Anniversary XT loudspeaker cable from QED is now available to buy in pre-terminated options. British audio specialist QED celebrates its 50th anniversary in style, with the introduction of its Golden Anniversary XT speaker cable. Representing the culmination of five decades of dedicated and extensive research, engineering and audio expertise, Golden Anniversary […]
Fiio FT5 planar magnetic headphones Fiio have announced the FT5 planar magnetic open-back hi-fi headphones, featuring 90mm drivers; 3.5mm singled-ended, 4.4mm & XLR balanced audio plugs; Interchangeable suede and leather earpads; and 392-wire silver-plated monocrystalline copper cable for £429/$499. Utilising the in-house audio expertise that has produced its highly respected range of digital audio players (DAPs), headphone DACs, […]
Weiss talk to mastering guru Bob Katz Swiss digital audio specialist Weiss engineering have interviewed Bob Katz, a three-time Grammy award-winning mastering engineer and a passionate advocate for exceptional audio quality. They explore Bob’s lifelong dedication to perfecting the auditory experience, encompassing recording, mixing, and mastering. He sheds light on the delicate balance between sound […]
Tivoli Audio wi-fi portables Tivoli Audio is widening the choice of style and performance with three indisputably chic new models: the Model 2 Digital wi-fi/Bluetooth speaker and the portable SongBook Max and SongBook Bluetooth sound systems. The Model 2 Digital (above) is a design-driven wi-fi and Bluetooth speaker that blends beautifully with any space. Using […]
English Electric EE1 network filter English Electric (a Chord Company brand) has launched the EE1, a self-powered, high-performance network noise isolator designed to reduce noise. The EE1 sits discreetly between components in streaming systems and improves both sound and image quality by dramatically reducing unwanted noise. Engineered to improve a huge variety of audio and […]
Electrocompaniet AW 300 M monoblock power amps Electrocompaniet, the Norwegian sonic virtuosos behind some of the world’s finest Hi-fi equipment, proudly introduces the AW 300 M mono power amplifier. Engineered to perfection within their Scandinavian haven, this compact powerhouse follows the footsteps of the AW 800 M, promising a symphony of power and precision in […]
Dutch & Dutch 8c to run software plugins The Dutch & Dutch 8c all-in-one audio system was introduced in 2018. From the start we acknowledged the critical role of the listening room in accurate audio reproduction, which is why we equipped the active DSP 8c with Room Matching; the technology stack that blends speaker and […]
Vertere Xtrax and Dark Sabre cartridges Touraj Moghaddam, the founder and chief designer of Vertere, has launched the Xtrax moving coil cartridge and Dark Sabre moving magnet cartridge, which are significant improvements over their predecessors, which will now sit beneath them in the Vertere cartridge range. The prices are £5,800, €6.998, $6,499 and £1,450, €1.798, […]
Matthew Halsall audiophile DJ tour Announcing trumpet player Matthew Halsall’s audiophile DJ tour, in celebration of the music that has influenced his musical journey and latest album An Ever Changing View. Join Matthew for an intimate and elevated listening experience across some of his favourite audiophile venues in Manchester, Zurich, Hamburg, Berlin, Amsterdam and London […]
Merason Reuss DAC Swiss producer niedal audio lab announced today the launch of its long awaited Reuss DAC which will join Merason’s award winning converter line. CEO and brand owner Daniel Frauchiger states “I am excited about the Reuss. Our passion for music drives us each day and our new Reuss provides the purist musical […]