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.
Ultrafide launches the ENSO INT-125, a powerful integrated amplifier with UltraSigma topology, 2×125W output, toroidal power supply, MM phono stage, and flexible pre/power loop for advanced hi-fi systems. More
Unison Research introduces the Unico V2 series with a hybrid tube/solid-state preamplifier and a powerful dual-mono amplifier delivering up to 650W in bridged mode, with built-in DAC and phono stage. More
Luxman celebrates 100 years with the D-100c SACD player and L-100c Class A integrated amplifier, a new flagship duo combining heritage design with modern analog and digital engineering. More
Audio Note (UK) celebrates 35 years of the Oto with the new Oto SE 35, featuring a redesigned output transformer, updated power supply, and improved phono stage for more lifelike sound. More
sonoro launches the STREAMER and AMPLIFIER, compact multiroom components with ESS SABRE DACs, HDMI ARC/eARC, smart-home integration, and up to 2×250W of power for custom installations and hi-fi setups. More
PliXiR’s Elite BAC2000 MkII is a 2000W True Balanced AC power conditioner designed for mid- to high-end systems, delivering cleaner power, lower noise, and improved dynamics. More
Esoteric introduces the XE series with the N-05XE network DAC/preamp and S-05XE Class A power amplifier, combining discrete DAC design, streaming support, and reference-grade build quality. More
Audio Research LS-3 is a fully balanced solid-state preamplifier with dual-mono power supplies, Class-A output stages, and a modern touchscreen interface, designed for clean, dynamic high-end system control. More
Eversolo’s OTA V1.5.60 firmware adds Spotify Lossless via Spotify Connect, smarter local library tools, Navidrome support, UI refinements, and stability upgrades across DMP, T, and PLAY Series streamers. More
Premiera has launched the D2S network integrated amplifier with 2 × 168 W output, built-in phono stage, streaming, ES9018K2M DAC, and compact chassis. More
Audio Research LS-2 is a fully tube-based Class A preamplifier with zero feedback, balanced design, touchscreen control, and optional DAC and phono modules—built for pure, organic sound in high-end systems. More
The SMSL DAC MINI is a compact Mac mini-designed DAC and headphone amp featuring ESS ES9039Q2M, XMOS XU-316, balanced 4.4 mm output, USB hub, and ultra-low noise performance. More
