Marcus Carlsen is an avid audiophile with a deep passion for hi-fi systems, high-end headphones, and premium speakers. Marcus constantly explores the latest audio technologies and equipment, from precision-engineered speakers to the finest headphones.
The NAD C700 BluOS amplifier and network player was designed for audiophiles looking for a great companion for high-resolution audio streaming. Its sleek aluminum body houses a powerful HybridDigital UcD amplifier capable of delivering 2x100W of power and a BluOS-compatible streamer for easy access to your favorite audio files or streaming services. On its front panel there is […] More
Zen Blue from iFi Audio is the first Bluetooth receiver on the market to support all the latest Hi-Res codecs, delivering the best audio quality for remote streaming directly from your smartphone/tablet to your hi-fi audio system. iFi Audio Zen Blue V2, an improved version of Zen Blue, now features a better Bluetooth antenna to increase transmission distance […] More
The XP2 is part of the second generation of XP power supplies adapted to Aune ‘s X/T products . This is a high-end power supply capable of providing a clean and stable electrical signal thanks to its design using only high-quality components. In this way, it allows the devices it powers to reach their full potential and improve sound quality. Additionally, […] More
The Audio-GD LP-1 MC is a high-performance RIAA phono amplifier compatible with MC-cell turntables that features a thoughtful design that corrects the shortcomings common to many preamps of this type. Here, a low-pass filter (75uS) at the input provides a more linear response from 1 kHz to 20 kHz. All of the LP-1 MC’s circuitry is designed […] More
With the T8 , Aiyima offers a versatile unit that is a tube preamp, headphone amplifier and DAC at a very affordable price. The preamp stage uses a 6N3 tube which provides good musicality with a warm and round sound. The headphone amplifier is based on the integration of the MAX9722 chip, which allows it to provide 120 mW of power […] More
The SMSL M500 MKII is an improved version of the very good M500 DAC and headphone amplifier, incorporating additional features and delivering higher performance for still very accurate and rich sound reproduction. The M500 MKII features seven digital filters to tailor playback to suit your listening experience and your audio system. The headphone and preamp output […] More
SMSL ‘s SD-9 is an affordable and versatile network storage device. It supports really many file formats and has a full range of connectivity options. Wireless data transfer can be carried out via Bluetooth or WiFi (DLNA / AirPlay). The SD-9 has an architecture based on an ARM SoC and a pair of CPLDs. The SoC handles data decoding and the […] More
After 4 years of research and technical accumulation, the new X-Sabre DAC was born. Matrix X-Sabre 3 is a high-end DAC, perfectly optimized and intelligently designed, offering exceptional performance, especially intuitive use and clear and rich sound reproduction. Connectivity is also evolving: the X-Sabre 3 is fully connected, turning into a DAC and network player. The entire design […] More
Aiyima D03 is an FDA (Full Digital Amplifier) amplifier that offers good power reserves as well as accurate and transparent sound reproduction. It is indeed capable of delivering at least 2x120W under a 4Ω load (THD+N 1%) with high efficiency, thanks to the TI TAS5624A amplifier chip. In addition, it has a particularly comprehensive range of connectivity […] More
1Mii B08s is an affordable and powerful Bluetooth receiver with a built-in amplifier. The built-in Qualcomm QCC3034 chip provides Bluetooth 5.0 signal reception with support for aptX, aptX LL and aptX HD high-definition transmission codecs. Equipped with two antennas, it provides signal transmission over long distances, up to 50 m without obstacles. There is also a 3.5 mm jack […] More
FX-Audio D502BT , as the name suggests, is the successor to the D502. The D502BT borrows its base and components, but this time it comes with a Bluetooth 5.0 receiver, which is very useful for remotely playing music from a compatible device such as a smartphone. Thus, the D502BT is a complete high-performance FDA (Full Digital Amplifier) […] More
ROSE RS01E is an audio/video player with a built-in ES9018K2M DAC, volume control and 2×50 W power amplifier. To ensure a complete experience, the device also features a 4K video processor on HDMI output and its own multi-touch display. The unit itself provides all the features you would expect from a full stereo system, while offering high […] More
