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.
TCL, the Chinese manufacturer, has recently introduced a new addition to their TV lineup called the Q10K. This latest offering comes in various sizes, ranging from 65 to 95 inches. All models of the Q10K feature a 10-bit HVA matrix with Mini LED backlight technology, enabling them to deliver stunning visuals in a resolution of […] More
Shanling M5 Ultra is a new player based on the combination of AKM AK4499EX + AK4191 chips. The player’s feature is not the classic Android OS, but their proprietary MTouch. Let’s see if the eternal Android haters will rejoice. Shanling M5 Ultra sets new standards by boldly abandoning smooth round lines and adopting aggressive angular shapes […] More
The Denafrips Hades 12TH is a new high-end balanced preamp born from an uncompromising commitment to audio excellence. Designed for the discerning audiophile, Hades is the pinnacle of technical precision and sonic sophistication. Designed and manufactured with precision and care, Hades features a pure Class A linear stage that is fully discrete and fully balanced. Its […] More
Today we will talk about the highest class of quality equipment to come out this year. Until recently, this list of components included only equipment costing many tens and hundreds of thousands of dollars. But progress does not stand still – and today prominent experts recommend much more affordable power amplifiers that provide stunning sound […] More
This Gustard U18 USB digital interface features a high-quality design that delivers excellent performance and accurate audio reproduction. The U18 input uses the second generation XMOS XU216 USB interface with 16 cores. The audio signal is completely isolated using a 200Mbps isolator to eliminate interference. It is then processed, adjusted if necessary, and jitter removed using the Altera […] More
HiFiMan has unveiled the Susvara Unveiled, a pair of magnetostatic over-ear headphones with a detachable cable. “We named the new model Susvara Unveiled because every detail of well-recorded music is revealed through the design and components of the headphones,” said lead designer Dr. Fang Bian, HiFiMan Susvara Unveiled Most open headphones have a metal mesh […] More
The new SIMGOT SuperMix 4 is a configuration of four different driver types: one dynamic driver (DD), one balanced armature (BA), one planar magnetic driver and one piezoelectric (PZT) transducer. This carefully selected four-in-one acoustic architecture allows for precise control of frequency response and overall balance. A 10mm polymer diaphragm dynamic driver delivers powerful and detailed low […] More
The compact and powerful SMSL SU-1 DAC provides an affordable and efficient digital-to-analog conversion solution. Thanks to its carefully thought-out design, it has great versatility, allowing you to restore high-quality sound. The SU-1’s USB-C input is combined with the powerful XMOS XU316 interface to efficiently process the received audio signal. Combined with the AK4493S DAC, this allows the SMSL […] More
Introducing the all-new Aune S10N , the latest generation desktop network streamer and music player from Aune. It uses an innovative multi-core architecture with different chips for different functions. The S10N promises best-in-class online and offline playback performance with support for most of the latest codecs and streaming services. It supports DLCA, NAS and Airplay services, as well as Bluetooth […] More
The successor to the DL200 , the SMSL DL300 retains the main features of its predecessor, but at the same time receives a number of improvements. For example, the DL300 uses a combination of AKM AK4191 (digital interface) and AK4499EX (DAC chip). This chipset allows the DL300 to support high-resolution streams up to PCM 32-bit 768 kHz, DSD DoP256, native DSD […] More
The legendary company KZ has released full-size wireless headphones T10 . They can also be used with a cable. This is the information provided by the manufacturer. Exceptional Sound Quality Enjoy your music without distractions Wireless ANC headphones with dual Active Noise Canceling Excellent phonology. Excellent Performance After a year of research, a professional team of tuning experts combined with a […] More
Denon AH-D9200 is a closed monitor reference model that heads the brand’s line of full-size headphones and embodies advanced technologies and more than 50 years of Denon experience accumulated in the development of various types of headphones. The main part of the flagship is the 50 mm FreeEdge wideband drivers, the membranes of which are made […] More
