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 Libra headphones are a collaboration between KZ and Angelears. They are a model with a single dynamic driver, known for its linearity, which provides clear and balanced sound at an affordable price of about $15. The Libras have a 25 ohm impedance and 108 dB sensitivity, allowing them to be used with a wide […] More
Denafrips Terminator PLUS 12Th is a high-performance, balanced R2R NOS DAC capable of producing incredibly clear, rich sound. It features an uncompromising design conceived to provide the best possible music experience! In addition to the subtle changes made to the front panel of its legendary DAC, Denafrips brings us an evolution of the Terminator, not only […] More
Yulong has released a stationary headphone pre/amplifier with an Aurora DAC on two ESS9068AS chips. Aurora is our Yulong´s attempt to introduce MQA technology with our product development experience of more than 10 years. To ensure that Aurora performed satisfactorily, they tested Aurora in numerous personal and home audio systems, and led senior musicians and audiophiles during the listening […] More
The TEAC TN-3B vinyl player is equipped with a belt drive. The player chassis has good anti-resonance characteristics and is finished with natural wood veneer. The DC electric motor has a high torque and is decoupled from the housing using a special rubber damper cushion. A durable flat urethane belt is used to transfer energy […] More
QUESTYLE CMA Eighteen Master is a flagship DAC and headphone amplifier. Since the debut of the first CMA model, every Questyle flagship has had one thing in common: current-mode amplification technology. The CMA Fifteen, released in 2020, introduced the flagship ESS Current mode DAC for the first time. Combined with Current Mode Amplification technology, it has enabled the […] More
The SA1 MK2 stereo amplifier is a compact powerhouse with a sleek design that delivers top-notch sound quality at an unbeatable price. Forget about bulky amplifiers taking up space on your shelf – this one is a real gem. With HDMI connection for TV sound and a record player input, it’s a steal of a […] More
The third iteration of the Bowers & Wilkins soundbar, the Panorama 3, features Dolby Atmos capabilities, a first in the Bowers & Wilkins portfolio. The history of the Panorama series began in 2009, and the name does not come from a consonant term, but from the merger of the cult names of the golden age of […] More
Together with the ultra-compact wireless network amplifier Model M1, the Japanese company Marantz introduced a full-size multi-channel amplifier Model M 4 . The new product, which, if necessary, can be mounted in a standard equipment rack, completely replicates the functionality of the Model M1, while providing eight 100-watt amplification channels (when operating at a load with a nominal impedance of 8 ohms) to […] More
In the “golden age” of vinyl, most turntables were equipped with automatic controls: the tonearm itself extended to the introductory track, lowered the head to the surface of the disc, and at the end of it rose and returned to its original position. Fully automatic turntables were also produced, capable of playing several records one […] More
The brand, part of the Harman group, took advantage of CES 2024 to present new portable products. In particular, they showed the “true wireless” headphones of the Live TWS 3 series, which included a “smart” charging case with a 1.45” touch screen that allows you to control your smartphone. It displays messages, phone call alerts and […] More
BGVP has started selling DMA in-ear hybrid headphones equipped with three different types of emitters . The driver array found in each earphone includes one nickel-plated 9.2mm diaphragm dynamic driver, one Sonion 2300 armature driver , one Knowles RAD armature driver , and a Sonion bone conduction driver. It allows you to give the sound additional volume and pressure on the low frequencies, physically felt by the listener. […] More
iBasso has announced a new player, the DX300MAX Ti. IBasso will release the DX320 MAX TI in a limited edition of just 888 units worldwide! This brand new version showcases a different look, compact in design, yet exuding strength and elegance thanks to numerous manufacturing details. Otherwise, the DX320 MAX TI shares the superior internal architecture of the standard […] More
