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.
I continue to review the products from Final Audio. This time it’s wireless, full-size headphones from the budget segment, the Final Audio UX2000 model . The Final Audio UX2000 were unveiled in late 2023, featuring the latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology and a noise reduction mode that adjusts to the environment. Stay tuned for a detailed […] More
Meze ALBA are new in-ear headphones with a 10.8 mm dynamic driver. This is one of the company’s most budget-friendly products, priced at $149. It has many similarities with ADVAR, but ALBA uses new materials such as zinc alloy and anodized aluminum. In addition, it changes the connectors from MMCX to 2-pin. The new color finish […] More
Introducing the FiiO TT13, a turntable that seamlessly blends the timeless essence of vinyl with the ease of modern technology. This LP player is the perfect companion for individuals seeking to immerse themselves in the realm of analog music without any complications. Features of FiiO TT13: Equipped with a built-in MM phono stage Frequency range […] More
American audio company MSB Technology has built a new non-plus ultra DA converter called Cascade. The Cascade is a fully balanced ladder DAC consisting of three cabinets. The buyer can choose from different input modules. The new Cascade from MSB Technology can be admired at the upcoming High End audio fair in Munich, which starts […] More
Sennheiser has presented the Accentum True Wireless, a wireless in-ear headphone and the smallest member of the Accentum product line. Sennheiser says it has paid a lot of attention to the ergonomics and fit of the Accentum True Wireless. You can order from today and delivery will start on May 21st. The buyer can choose […] More
French manufacturer Focal has launched two new headphones. Both models have over-ear earcups and are wired. The Hadesys has open ear cups and the Azurys has closed ear cups. The drivers come from the wireless Bathys. Delivery is expected to start in June. Focal Hadenys: Dynamic open over-ear headphones According to the designers of the […] More
Chord Electronics is set to unveil its latest amplifier concept, the Suzi, at HIGH END 2024. This cutting-edge design, created by Chord Electronics’ founder and owner, John Franks, features a brand new preamp and an innovative ULTIMA-tech modular power amplifier. The Suzi can be utilized in various configurations, either as a traditional pre/power amplifier or […] More
Realme has recently introduced a new addition to their product lineup – the Realme Buds Air6 wireless headphones. The price of this latest model has not been disclosed yet. Detailed technical specifications have not been released by the manufacturer. However, it is confirmed that the sound quality is powered by 12.4 mm dynamic drivers with […] More
Manunta is a brand of the Italian M2Tech. Manunta presents traditional design combined with the latest analog technology with the new “Classic” product line, the first product of which is the new Classic Integrated Amplifier. At the High End Audio Fair in Munich that starts on Thursday, Marco Manunta will present the Classic Integrated Amplifier […] More
Audio Technology Switzerland, the company behind the Nagra brand, has announced the introduction of a new digital source. Thirty years after the then state-of-the-art Nagra D, the first high-resolution digital recorder, and almost twenty years after the Nagra CDC reference CD player, Nagra releases a relatively compact and affordable streamer that offers all current hi- […] More
The collaboration between Astell&Kern and Empire Ears has resulted in the creation of the Novus in-ear wired headphones, following the success of the Odyssey model. Specifically designed to complement the A&ultima SP3000T flagship player from Astell&Kern, the Novus model boasts W9+ full-range drivers housed in 6061-T6 diamond-like carbon (DLC) casings finished in 24-karat gold and […] More
The Magnat company presents the DAB+/FM Internet streamer Magnat MMS 730. The new product from Magnat is classified as High End. According to the company, it will provide particularly accurate digital-to-analog conversion with low noise levels, thanks to a high-quality DAC from Wolfson (model WM8740). The Magnat MMS 730 streamer is quite versatile. With it, […] More
