AmplifiersElectrocompaniet EC 5: A Pure Class A Preamplifier
Norwegian company Electrocompaniet has introduced the EC 5 preamplifier, which will officially launch at the High End audio fair in…
2025-05-08 · 2 minAuthor: Francis Adamiak
Amplifiers
Hi-fiLuxman D-06U: Audiophile Disc Playback with Hi-Res USB Streaming
Drawing inspiration from the flagship Luxman D-08U, the Luxman D-06U player is specifically engineered to handle 2-channel recordings from SACD/CD…
2025-05-08 · 3 min
Hi-fiMagnat MCD 1050: Exceptionally accurate and clear CD player
The Magnat MCD 1050 is a highly precise and clear CD player featuring a vacuum tube output stage. It delivers…
2025-05-08 · 2 min
Hi-fiMétronome Unveils DSAS Music Server with Audirvana Integration
Métronome Technologie is set to unveil its inaugural music server, named DSAS (Digital Sharing Audio Server), at the High End…
2025-05-08 · 2 min
Hi-fidCS Lina DAC X: Advanced Network DAC with High-Res Streaming and Modular Upgrade Path
The Lina DAC X represents the newest offering from the English manufacturer dCS. This device functions as both a DAC…
2025-05-08 · 2 min
Hi-fiSMSL DS20: High-Performance Portable DAC & Amp
SMSL DS20 is a new portable digital-to-analog converter and headphone amplifier that combines modern circuitry with a compact body. The device…
2025-05-07 · 2 min
Hi-fiShanling EC Zero T: A Retro-Futuristic CD Player with Tube Warmth and Modern Tech
Shanling EC Zero T is a new portable CD player with a tube output, combining the classic way of playing audio…
2025-05-07 · 2 min
Hi-fiXACT N1: Network Switch with Linear Power Supply and Audio-Optimized Firmware
XACT Audio, a respected innovator in high-performance digital audio systems, has unveiled its latest creation: the XACT N1 Network Switch,…
2025-05-05 · 2 min
DACAudiolab Returns to High-Performance DACs with D7 and D9
Audiolab has introduced two new digital-to-analog converters. The compact D7 is designed for desktop applications, while the larger D9 is…
2025-05-03 · 3 min
Hi-fiFerrum Audio Unveils WANDLA 2.0.0 with FSCT: A New Standard in Streamer-Controlled DACs at High End Munich 2025
The 2025 edition of High End Munich marks a significant moment for both the event and one of its standout…
2025-05-03 · 2 min
DAPShanling M3 Plus: Pocket-Sized Powerhouse DAP with Quad DAC, Android 13, and 800mW Output
The Shanling M3 Plus redefines what a portable Hi-Fi player can be, delivering audiophile-grade performance in a sleek and compact…
2025-05-02 · 3 min
Hi-fiFeliks Audio Echo Vibe: Enhanced Tube Headphone Amplifier with Refined Design
Feliks Audio has introduced the new Feliks Audio Echo Vibe headphone amplifier. This model is an upgraded version of the…
2025-05-02 · 2 min
TurntablesVieta G4000 Turntable: A 70th Anniversary Tribute with Modern Features
To mark its 70th anniversary, iconic audio brand Vieta returns to its roots in high-fidelity sound with the launch of…
2025-05-02 · 2 min
AmplifiersSMSL VMV A1 PRO: Integrated Amplifier with Unmatched Precision and Flexibility
The SMSL VMV A1 PRO represents a significant leap in integrated amplifier design, blending state-of-the-art components with a compact, high-performance…
2025-05-02 · 3 min
AmplifiersRanieri Audio Labs Varieta: The Ultimate Tube Experimentation Preamp with Simplified Mechanical Switching
Ranieri Audio Labs has announced the release of the Varieta preamplifier, a directly heated triode (DHT) vacuum tube amplifier designed…
2025-05-02 · 3 min
Hi-fiDenon PMA-2500NE: High-Current Integrated Amplifier
The Japanese philosophy embodies the idea of being “slow to prepare, yet quick to act.” In this context, it can…
2025-05-02 · 5 min
Hi-fiEsoteric P-02X: Flagship CD/SACD Transport
Nearly every aspect of the new Esoteric P-02X transport has undergone meticulous redesign and enhancement compared to the original P-02…
2025-05-02 · 3 min
AmplifiersLine Magnetic LM-300IA: Precision-Tuned 300B Tube Amplifier
Line Magnetic has introduced the LM-300IA, a new single-ended integrated amplifier that incorporates a range of premium tubes, notably the…
2025-05-02 · 2 min
TurntablesAudio-Technica Hotaru: A $10,000 Floating Turntable That Glows with Music and Japanese Poetry
Japanese audio manufacturer Audio-Technica has announced the Hotaru. Hotaru, Japanese for “firefly”, is a turntable that can change colour and…
2025-05-02 · 3 min
SpeakersGalileo 335: Italian Audio Artistry Meets Precision Engineering in Bottega’s Flagship Loudspeaker
Italian loudspeaker manufacturer Bottega Audio has introduced the Galileo 335, a meticulously crafted three-way loudspeaker system from Trieste that merges…
2025-05-02 · 2 min
StreamingYamaha WXAD-10: Compact Music Streaming Adapter for High-Quality Audio
The Yamaha WXAD-10 adapter is compatible with the Yamaha MusicCast wireless music streaming system, supports the most popular streaming services…
2025-04-14 · 2 min
AmplifiersLuxman L-507uX Mark II: The Pinnacle of Power and Precision in Integrated Amplification
The Luxman L-507uX Mark II integrated amplifier, crafted in Japan, shares many characteristics with its sibling, the Luxman L-505uX Mark…
2025-04-14 · 4 min
Hi-fiLinn Majik DSM: The Ultimate All-in-One Streaming Amplifier for Audiophiles
Linn has introduced the Majik DSM, a versatile all-in-one amplifier featuring both analogue and digital inputs along with streaming capabilities.…
2025-04-14 · 4 min
Hi-fiTRN Black Pearl: A Compact DAC/Amp Powerhouse Built for Precision and Portability
TRN Black Pearl is an innovative portable DAC and amplifier designed for precise sound delivery and versatile functionality. This model…
2025-04-14 · 2 min