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 M19 from the American manufacturer Bricasti is an SACD/CD drive without DA converter and other functionality. The new device is easy to operate and focused solely on uncompromising performance. The user has several digital outputs at his disposal and can therefore connect just about any DA converter desired. The design of the M19 follows […] More
The Fosi Audio V3 MONO is a compact, powerful, yet affordable 1-channel amplifier. Based on the TI TPA3255 amplifier chip, it is capable of delivering 240W into 4Ω. Additionally, this amp features a variety of audiophile components, such as Japanese and German Elna and Wima capacitors, respectively, or a duo of TI NE5532 OPAs with DIP8 […] More
The TEAC CR-H101 CD Receiver is designed as a high-resolution USB DAC and CD player in one, using advanced audio technologies developed over many years. Featuring a 192kHz/24-bit USB DAC, the TEAC CR-H101 supports playback of a variety of sources, including PC/Mac, CD, Bluetooth and FM radio. Milled aluminum panels with a thickness of 5 […] More
LHY Audio offers the SW-10 network switch . This switch has 8 RJ45 Ethernet ports, 2 SFP fiber ports, and an input and output connected to a 10MHz OCXO clock. All of this is housed in a sleek, solid anodized aluminum housing designed to separate AC power handling, DC power handling, and audio signal processing. To power the SW-10, […] More
TEAC NR-7CD is the first model in the new Reference 7 Series, into which the company has invested all of its experience in high-resolution audio signal processing, accumulated in the creation of high-end and professional audio equipment. The TEAC NR-7CD model is a universal audio device that combines a CD player, network audio player, DAC […] More
JBL has introduced the DA850, an 8-channel amplifier, and the DA1650, a 16-channel amplifier. These versatile amplifiers are specifically designed to seamlessly integrate with any JBL in-wall speaker. With their compact size, they can easily be installed in a 19-inch rack system. The DA850 and DA1650 offer flexible usage options, making them ideal for various […] More
It feels like just yesterday (although it has actually been four years) when I was introduced to Jade Audio’s first in-canal hybrid headphones, the EA3. Jade Audio, a sub-brand of FiiO Electronic Technology Co., Ltd., has come a long way since then, expanding its range of audio products and continuing to develop their headphone segment. […] More
The new Cambridge Audio integrated amplifier CXA81 Mk II is a powerful Class AB amplifier with 80 watts of power per channel and, in addition to its sound qualities, offers an extensive equipment package in a classic HiFi guise with symmetrical inputs, high-end DAC and Bluetooth aptX HD. Class AB amplification with 2 x 80 […] More
Today, we will be discussing an affordable and popular audio player from Shanling. It’s worth noting that even before I had the chance to test it, many readers had already asked for my opinion on this new device. It seems that Shanling has been quite productive lately, releasing new products one after another. Just recently, […] More
To complete the WiiM Amp experience, all you need are speakers and maybe a turntable. We have selected three models that fit the WiiM Amp perfectly. The new WiiM Amp already offers almost everything you need to enjoy music. Only a few speakers inevitably have to be purchased, although the low price of the WiiM […] More
The Sennheiser HDV 820 is a top-tier headphone amplifier that is designed to complement Sennheiser’s premium models and other headphones in the high-end audiophile category. These headphones typically have a 300-ohm impedance, which requires high-quality equipment. This amplifier ensures that every intricate detail of the music is brought to life, delivering a world-class listening experience. […] More
Topping has launched the new E2x2, E4x4 and E1x2 USB audio interfaces. Topping E2x2 Topping E2x2 is an excellent audio interface designed for musicians and audio professionals. This interface offers a very high level of performance for perfectly transparent recording and playback. The NFCA-LE headphone amplifier module in Topping E2x2 has a noise level of […] More
