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.
Matrix Audio has launched a pair of integrated amplifiers called the MD-1 and MD-1P. Both units feature analog and digital inputs and a comprehensive suite of streaming features. The differences are apparent in the color (one black, the other silver) and the power output (one 150 watts, the other 300 watts per channel). Matrix Audio […] More
The Audiolab 9000Q is a preamplifier designed to work with digital and analogue sources. It is solidly built and immaculately finished, with two knobs on the front panel and a 4.3-inch colour display for displaying volume, input selection and audio format data. It also provides access to the preamplifier’s menu system, including digital oversampling, input […] More
Premiera D1S is a modern integrated Hi-Fi stereo amplifier of class D with a built-in network player, DAC, Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2 and a nominal output power of 101 W per channel (4 Ohm) with distortion less than 0.08%. The appearance of the Premiera D1S amplifier, despite its compactness and restraint of design, […] More
The Audiolab D9 external DAC is a new top-of-the-line model that features more functionality and a greater focus on technology. The new product is based on the ES9038PRO chip, ESS Technology’s flagship DAC chip, which provides four decoding streams for each channel in a balanced configuration. According to Audiolab, this differential-balanced architecture provides high linearity […] More
Cyrus Audio has introduced the Cyrus 40 PPA phono amplifier. In early October, the British firm unveiled the 40 Series. This product line is now enhanced by the Cyrus 40 PPA, a highly customizable phono amplifier. The designers state that the 40 PPA builds upon the legacy of earlier models from the brand, such as […] More
Clearaudio has launched a pair of power supplies for use with the brand’s turntables. The Professional Power 12V is designed for use with Clearaudio’s Concept and Performance DC turntables, while the Professional Power 24V replaces the previous version for the company’s Innovation and Ovation models. Both designs feature professional-grade components and a mechanically optimised transformer […] More
SMSL PL150 is a new CD player for audiophiles that combines thoughtful design and modern electronics for playing your favorite discs without unnecessary hassle. The device is equipped with a Philips engine that can read standard and mini-CDs, including CD-R and CD-RW with MP3 files. Thanks to the low-power CS43198 DAC chip, the player provides clear […] More
Brise Audio WATATSUMI is a new portable amplifier created as a next-generation reference model. It was developed from scratch to meet modern requirements: high-impedance headphones require high power, and sensitive in-ear models require low noise. The amplifier is built on a new circuit design using technologies tested in the FUGAKU model , and inherits the TSURANAGI concept, but […] More
Cambridge Audio has taken a closer look at and revised its existing Evo 150 integrated amplifier . The company is pleased to announce the Evo 150 SE, an enhanced special edition of the existing streaming amplifier that it claims takes music to a new level. Shipping is set to begin in July. Cambridge Audio Evo 150 SE […] More
In today’s rapidly evolving digital audio landscape, selecting a top-tier network player has become increasingly complex. The sheer pace of innovation and the flood of new releases demand a discerning approach. To help you navigate this competitive field, we’ve curated a concise yet powerful list of the best High-End network streamers—devices that combine elite engineering […] More
TempoTec Variations V1 is a new portable player that combines the functions of a stand-alone music source, an external DAC and a Bluetooth adapter. The device plays high-resolution files from a memory card, including DSD256, and can be used as a sound card for a smartphone or laptop, improving sound quality thanks to the built-in dual […] More
Dynavector has updated a cartridge that was first released in 1978. It is the Dynavector 10X series, a high-output MC cartridge that has been revised several times since its introduction in 1978, but has also remained basically the same. Dynavector 10XA In both 1978 and 1981, the 10X series won the Design and Engineering Award […] More
