Primare have announced the launch of new Prisma applications and automatic OTA (Over-The-Air) firmware update, effectively providing a new build of the Prisma network player platform, eliminating past patches and unnecessary coding to increase control, connection speed and stability. This represents a significant step in the ongoing evolution of the Prisma platform in advance of […]
Elipson has announced the new Connect 250 wireless streaming amplifier. With ‘connected audio’ products being their key focus for 2021, this new and affordable (£249) amp combines a compact size with the latest wireless tech. With a class D amplifier is specced to output of 50 watts per channel it can stream at up to […]
No it’s not black jeans friday at Sonus faber, it’s the launch of the Maxima Amator, a floorstanding loudspeaker that benefits from a beautiful solid walnut cabinet which has been painstakingly designed using modern woodworking methods. The rich walnut is enhanced further by a real leather wrap on both the front baffle and rear panel. The Maxima […]
Italian equipment support manufacturer Bassocontinuo has launched Ultra Feet isolation feet, offering measurement-backed vibration protection for audio replay devices. Ultra Feet are available for the first time in the UK via Fine Sounds. Ultra Feet have been designed to reduce the effects of vibration in audio equipment. Available in sets of three or four they use advanced energy-absorbing […]
Computer audio specialist JCAT’s new NET CARD XE claims to “open up new dimensions of sound quality with its extremely precise ±5ppb OCXO and state-of-the-art power supply section. Experience playback from TIDAL or Qobuz at new heights of resolution and dynamic range. Thanks to the NET Card XE, for the first time ever streamed music […]
Innuos, in partnership with Qobuz, is delighted to announce the offer of a Qobuz Studio Premier – Individual Plan Subscription with the purchase of any Innuos music server and streamer between the 23rd of November and the 23rd of December 2020. With this new promotion, Innuos hopes to make the upcoming holiday season a little more special […]
Node has announced the appointment of DavidHugh (HeXu) as their official Chinese distributor Based in both Shanghai and Cambridge, DavidHugh is uniquely placed to co-ordinate with fellow Cambridge-based Node Audio in their introduction to the Chinese market. Further to their geographic proximity, DavidHugh share the belief that high-end audio shouldn’t be the preserve of hi-fi […]
Chord Company has launched C-jack, a high-quality lifetime-warranty mini jack (3.5 mm) audio cable, designed to bring Chord Company quality to any device with a 3.5 mm line output. C-jack connects everyday devices including phones, tablets, laptops, DAPs and more, to home audio systems. C-jack distils 35 years of British A/V cable manufacturing expertise into an […]
Combining elements from the Ekstra and the Prestige Ultimatum XL6 Model, the Orkestra (£5,485) is a new 2.5 way loudspeaker from Neat that incorporates a 75mm true ribbon tweeter, and three Peerless 170mm main drive units. For a full range loudspeaker, the Orkestra has a very small footprint and can be easily accommodated in compact […]
Eltax has decided that now is the moment to take a nostalgic look back at the imposing monitor speakers of the 70s, to create a new ‘vintage’ design loudspeaker, the Vintage PWR 1959. A 3-way bass reflex, twin ported loudspeaker, the new Vintage PWR 1959 is equipped with a newly designed 38cm diameter cellulose bass […]
Cambridge Audio has added the Edge M monoblock power amplifier to its Edge series of hi-fi components. The new Edge M takes the principle designs of the existing Edge W power amplifier, and applies it to a monoblock design, delivering twice the power and a more faithful, dynamic sound with less distortion. Edge M has a beautifully […]
Chord Company is bringing its XLPE insulation technology to hi-fi on a budget, with the launch of C-screenX, the British cable specialist’s latest loudspeaker product to benefit from the new dielectric. C-screenX is a £7.50 per metre loudspeaker cable that’s 9 mm in diameter and fully shielded, its narrow profile means it can be easily hidden around […]