February 2024

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  • Klipsch RP-440D SB
    in AV Receiver, Speakers

    Klipsch RP-440D SB: Perfect Soundbar for a full-fledged home theater

    Klipsch launched the Designer On-Wall speakers in the Reference Premiere series, which combines fashionable design and signature sound. Essentially, the Designer On-Wall Reference Premiere speaker line replaces the Gallery line. The creation of Life-style acoustics is not something new and unfamiliar for the American company Klipsch. Several years ago, the company already produced similar speakers in […] More

  • Best Smart Speakers 2024
    in Speakers

    Best Smart Speakers you still should concider

    We’re moving on to tallying up the year’s accomplishments, and now it’s time for awards dedicated to wireless smart speakers. Packed with cutting-edge technologies ranging from voice assistants and streaming services to Dolby Atmos surround sound, these compact speaker systems have quickly become the norm for desktop Hi-Fi setups. Even more intriguing is our latest […] More

  • Arcam SA10
    in Hi-fi

    Arcam SA10: A true classic

    In an era marked by the recording of their 4th studio album by Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath, and as Mercedes was gearing up to unveil the first S-class car, two Cambridge students founded Arcam. Four years into its journey, Arcam released its inaugural amplifier, the A-60, to critical acclaim. The formula for its success […] More

  • T+A Criterion S 230
    in Speakers

    T+A Criterion S 230: Beautiful loudspeakers unveiled

    T+A is advancing its loudspeaker lineup by unveiling the initial model of the Criterion series. The Criterion S 230 introduces the design aesthetics, technologies, and construction standards of the Solitaire series, but at a more accessible price point. A glance at the front of the Criterion S 230 speaker reveals its strong kinship with the […] More

  • Audirect Team 1
    in DAC, Hi-fi

    Audirect Team 1: Portable self-powered DAC and headphone amplifier

    Audirect has released a new portable DAC and self-powered headphone amplifier, Team 1 . Sound Quality Equipped with a high-performance dual TI OPA1612 op-amp and four OPA6863 amplifiers, the Team1 amplifier delivers powerful and immersive audio reproduction. With a maximum output voltage of 5.6 Vrms (4.4BAL) and 2.8 Vrms (3.5SE), it can drive headphones up to 600Ω with exceptional […] More

  • Cambridge Audio MINX MIN22
    in AV Receiver, Speakers

    Cambridge Audio MINX MIN22: Powerful compact designer speakers

    Cambridge Audio connoisseurs of proper sound need no introduction – many have seen and heard succinctly designed Hi-Fi components that regularly win prestigious awards around the world. But this time we will not talk about amplifiers or sources, but about equipment that, in the minds of audiophiles, is not yet connected with the famous British brand. Until […] More

  • FiiO FT5
    in Headphones

    FiiO FT5: Nothing short of impressive

    FiiO has been actively broadening its lineup of full-size headphones. Initially, the roster only featured the FiiO FT3 model, boasting dynamic drivers. However, towards the end of autumn this year, the lineup expanded with the introduction of two new models: the budget-friendly JT1 priced around $80, and the mid-budget FT5 priced at $450, both featuring […] More

  • Dali Callisto 2 C
    in Speakers

    Dali Callisto 2 C: Tailored for the modern audiophile

    The Dali Callisto 2 C speaker system meets all the expectations of the modern audiophile: while retaining the advantages of the traditional Hi-Fi class, these speakers are distinguished by their ease of installation and are capable of producing excellent sound in any conditions. Dali Callisto speakers connect to the Dali Sound Hub via a wireless […] More

  • 10 Classic Subwoofers That Still Pack a Punch
    in Speakers

    10 Classic Subwoofers That Still Pack a Punch

    What is the essence of a home theater if it lacks a specialized bass module to enrich its audio landscape, and how does a compact Hi-Fi system truly excel without substantial low-frequency support to elevate its performance? In an effort to guide you through the process of selecting and purchasing a subwoofer that meets your […] More

  • Fosi Audio SK02
    in Hi-fi

    Fosi Audio SK02: Versatile, high-performance headphone amplifier

    Fosi Audio has introduced the SK02 , a small, versatile, high-performance device that shares the form factor of the SK01 . The SK02 functions as a headphone amplifier, portable preamp, and portable DAC. The SK02 is equipped with an ES9038Q2M DAC chip and a low-noise, high-speed SGM8262 operational amplifier. This allows the SK02 to support high-resolution streams up to PCM 32bit 384kHz and […] More

  • in Hi-fi

    SMSL AO200 mk2: Excels in both functionality and affordability

    SMSL commenced its operations in 2009 in China, focusing on manufacturing audio decoders that utilize ESS chips. By 2020, the company ventured into experimenting with the launch of a passive bookshelf speaker. Presently, SMSL’s product lineup encompasses amplifiers, DACs, and digital players, with a notable emphasis on designing these components within compact casings that conform […] More

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