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Francis Adamiak

Francis Adamiak is a passionate audiophile and expert in high-fidelity audio equipment, with a focus on amplifiers and speakers. Drawing on years of experience and a deep love for sound quality, he shares in-depth reviews and insights on the latest audio technology.

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AMPLIFIERS

Mullard 3-3: Classic Sounds lives up to its name with a new tube amplifier

A British company specializing in the “reissues” of classic amplifiers from the 50s and 60s of the last…

2024-01-24 · 2 min read

AV RECEIVER

Denon AVC-X6800H: Premium AV receiver equipped with 11 built-in power amplifiers

The Denon AVC-X6800H premium AV receiver is equipped with 11 built-in power amplifiers, making it one of the…

2024-01-24 · 4 min read

AMPLIFIERS

Mark Levinson No. 5802: Preamp, power amplifier, and built-in D/A converter

The Mark Levinson No. 5802 is identical to the No. 5805 in every respect, including preamp, power amplifier,…

2024-01-24 · 5 min read

SPEAKERS

The most impressive high-end loudspeakers ever made

Since the early twentieth century, horn acoustic design has persisted as a primary choice for speakers capable of…

2024-01-24 · 6 min read

AMPLIFIERS

Soulnote A-3: Reference integrated amplifier

With the A-3, the Japanese high-end manufacturer Soulnote is launching a new reference integrated amplifier that combines the…

2024-01-23 · 2 min read

AMPLIFIERS

Octave MRE 220 SE: Power amplifier using KT88 tubes

The German company Octave presented an updated power amplifier MRE 220 , the name of which now has two additional letters –…

2024-01-23 · 1 min read

AMPLIFIERS

Primare A60: 4 discrete amplifiers with UFPD technology onboard

Primare A60 uses 4 discrete amplifiers with UFPD technology in a balanced configuration (2 per channel), steel housing…

2024-01-23 · 4 min read

SPEAKERS

Theory Audio Design sb25aw: Wall-mounted speaker as versatile as a Swiss Army knife

Theory Audio Design has begun shipping a new acoustic system – the sb25aw multifunctional wall-mounted speaker, an all-weather…

2024-01-23 · 2 min read

AMPLIFIERS

Onkyo A-9130: Affordable integrated amplifier perfect for beginners

The Onkyo A-9130 integrated stereo amplifier is a real gift for those who would like to join Hi-Fi…

2024-01-23 · 3 min read

AMPLIFIERS

McIntosh MA12000: The most powerful integrated amplifier the company has ever released

McIntosh introduces the MA12000 hybrid amplifier. Its pre-amp circuitry is powered by 4 12AX7A dual triodes, and the power…

2024-01-23 · 4 min read

SPEAKERS

Best subwoofers: Elevate your audio experience with the absolute best

Well, it’s time to reward the active subwoofers this year and create an editorial ranking of the best…

2024-01-22 · 4 min read

AMPLIFIERS

Roksan Caspian M2: Slim power amplifier with excellent build quality

The Roksan Caspian M2 Power Amplifier series power amplifier is ideal for use with the Caspian M2 integrated…

2024-01-22 · 2 min read