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.
FiiO has launched the SR1 audio streamer with support for Roon, DLNA and AirPlay. Due to the popularity of music streaming, FiiO has developed music players with powerful streaming function, including M11S, M11 Plus and M17, portable DAC/amplifiers which are commonly used to connect with mobile phones, USB audio adapters, Bluetooth DAC/amplifiers, etc. Moreover, there are desktop […] More
The Tonewinner TY-30 is a beautifully integrated CD player that uses quality components to efficiently play CDs. The chassis is perfectly damped to greatly limit vibrations that can affect playback and stability. Tonewinner TY-30 has a classic and discreet design. Therefore, it will easily fit into a HiFi cabinet without standing out from the rest of the system. The […] More
The well-known manufacturer with blue indicators has just introduced the McIntosh MHT300 home theater receiver . This 7.2 or 5.2.2 channel Dolby Atmos and DTS:X model is an exception with a phenomenal 7 x 120 watts per channel into 8 ohms. It supports the latest UHD 4K 120fps and 8K 60fps standards, as well as a host of proprietary […] More
Featuring a compact and minimalist design, the NAD CS1 is a complete and powerful streamer at an affordable price, providing affordable entry into the world of wireless broadcasting and audio streaming. Its output jacks allow it to be integrated into most systems, and it can be connected to an amplifier or preamp using RCA, or to a DAC […] More
The new Denon DCD-1700NE CD/SACD player is designed to work in conjunction with the PMA-1700NE amplifier. The DCD-1700NE reaffirms Denon’s commitment to physical music formats and promises high-resolution audio thanks to advanced AL32 Processing Plus algorithms and an ultra-precise DAC. The latest Advanced AL32 Processing Plus analog waveform reproduction technology uses data interpolation, upsampling and bit expansion […] More
The Arylic B50 is an extremely versatile and practical Bluetooth 5.2 amplifier, equipped, in addition to wireless connectivity, with a wide connector panel that allows it to adapt to any situation. Its amplification circuit provides power of 2×50 W at 4Ω or 2×30 W at 8Ω. In terms of Bluetooth communication, the B50 is equipped with a […] More
aking advantage of Auralic’s technology and expertise, the Aries G1.1 connects to network or digital sources such as network-attached storage, online streaming services Qobuz or Spotify, web radio and USB devices to provide high-performance remote playback. Playlists, caching, stable playback, ideal bitrate multiroom are just some of the features Auralic offers on its devices, and with support for […] More
SMSL D12 is a compact and high-performance DAC that uses AKM AK4493S digital-to-analog conversion chip to deliver dynamic, musical and accurate sound. This chip, combined with the advanced XMOS XU316 USB interface, also allows support for high-resolution audio streams up to PCM 32bit 768kHz, DSD512, as well as decoding MQA files. When it comes to connectivity, the […] More
The Dayton Audio WBA51 is an extremely easy to set up multi-room network audio player. The proprietary Hi-Fly app makes it easy to control streaming and playback from your smartphone or tablet. With a 3.5mm jack and Bluetooth, the WBA51 can play music from any connected device. Thanks to the 3.5 mm jack and optical output, the device can […] More
The iFi Audio Uno is a compact DAC and headphone amplifier that easily and effectively enhances the sound quality of a standard digital source such as a smartphone, tablet or computer. Uno simply connects to your source device via the USB-C input and requires no additional power source. Add headphones, powered speakers, or an amplifier and passive speakers […] More
EverSolo DAC-Z6 is a powerful DAC based on a neat technical structure. It uses high-end components, such as two ESS ES9068AS D/A conversion chips and an XMOS XU316 USB interface, allowing it to support high-resolution audio streams and provide clear and detailed audio reproduction. The DAC-Z8 also has a wide range of features, making it a versatile and […] More
Gustard is a premium HiFi audio brand from China, specializing in desktop-grade products. They make some exceptionally good products, including desktop DACs, power and headphone amplifiers, and other desktop HiFi equipment. Gustard today released a new flagship desktop DAC+network streamer and renderer with the introduction of the all-new Gustard A26 . Featuring high-quality components including flagship dual DACs, independent digital-to-analog […] More
