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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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    PS Audio Expands PMG Signature Line With M400 and M800 Monoblocks

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  • The FiiO AIR AMP integrates network streaming, digital conversion and Class D amplification for space-conscious systems built around passive speakers.
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    FiiO AIR AMP Brings Streaming and Class D Power to Compact Hi-Fi Systems

    2026-08-25, 9:00 am

  • The SMSL AS400 combines stereo amplification with high-resolution digital playback, wireless streaming, MM phono support and dedicated headphone outputs.
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    SMSL AS400 Packs 2 x 165 Watts, HDMI ARC and LDAC

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  • The Esoteric T-01 adapts technology from the Grandioso T1 into a smaller 35-kilogram turntable with contactless magnetic drive and support for two tonearms.
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    Esoteric T-01 Brings Magnetic Drive to a More Compact Turntable

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  • Volumio Lineo 5 Duo dual-output linear power supply in an aluminum chassis
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  • The Merason DAC 2 joins the Swiss manufacturer’s range between the DAC 1 Mk2 and Mountain DAC, using two Burr-Brown PCM1794A chips in a fully differential design.
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    Merason DAC 2 Strips Digital Conversion Back to Essentials

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  • The Vinnie Rossi CANTA is a new phono preamplifier featuring a fully discrete JFET input stage, dual-mono architecture and extensive cartridge adjustment.
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    Vinnie Rossi CANTA Phono Preamplifier Offers Flexible MM and MC Setup

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  • FiiO has confirmed development of its first desktop cassette deck, presenting vertical and horizontal concepts for community feedback before production.
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    FiiO Invites Fans to Shape Its First Desktop Cassette Deck

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  • The revised Kanto Obi3 is a belt-driven turntable with sensor-based speed correction, manual tonearm adjustments, Bluetooth 5.3 and a bypassable phono preamp.
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    Cayin Jazz 70 Combines EL34 Tube Power With Bluetooth

    2026-08-15, 11:30 am

  • Accuphase updates its disc-player range with the DP-470, combining a mechanically revised CD transport with MDS+ conversion, ANCC processing and enhanced USB DAC capabilities.
    in Hi-fi

    Accuphase DP-470 Combines a Refined CD Transport With an Upgraded USB DAC

    2026-08-14, 7:50 am

  • Merason Mountain Flagship DAC Brings PCM and DSD Support to High-End Systems
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    Merason Mountain Flagship DAC Brings PCM and DSD Support to High-End Systems

    2026-08-13, 2:06 pm

  • The McIntosh MX124 is a 13.4-channel AV processor with four independent subwoofer outputs, extensive HDMI support and multiple room-correction platforms.
    in Home Cinema

    McIntosh MX124 Expands Home Cinema Control With 13.4-Channel Processing

    2026-08-13, 12:42 pm

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