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 amplifier in the Musical Fidelity M6 Encore 225 is borrowed from the Musical Fidelity M6si and combined with a DAC, network streamer, CD copying complex (disc drive and 2 TB hard drive for expandable recording storage) and a music server. Network capabilities and management are implemented on a 2-core 64-bit Intel processor. Digital-to-analog converter – 32-bit/384 kHz, capable of […] More
Designed and manufactured in Denmark, the Lyngdorf CD-2 provides the unrivaled sound quality you expect from Lyngdorf Audio. Built on the expertise gained from developing Lyngdorf Audio’s award-winning digital amplifiers and turntables, this unit is one of the best-sounding CD players on the market. The Lyngdorf CD-2 is designed for audio-only playback and uses only […] More
For each of the three inputs of the Leema Acoustics Agena phono preamplifier, there are two configuration options for cartridge cartridges. This allows you to configure the phono stage to work with six different types of cartridges. Saved settings can be recalled at the touch of a button. The Leema Acoustics Agena phono stage has […] More
The design, controls and OLED display of the Primare PRE35 are borrowed from the Primare I35 amplifier. The device has a durable steel alloy body mounted on three legs. The front panel is pushed forward and has a minimalist design. The volume knob is located on the left side and allows you to adjust the […] More
Moondrop Golden Ages are new planar wireless headphones with active noise cancellation featuring 13mm ultra-linear full-frequency planar drivers, Golden Ages create a wide soundstage and reduce distortion for clear sound no matter where you are. Perfecting Portable Sound Since the introduction of the Walkman in 1979, audiophiles have been working to perfect the sound of […] More
Behind the inconspicuous “plus sign” in the name of the Mytek Brooklyn DAC+ DAC lies a significant reworking of the previous version of the device, which was simply called Brooklyn DAC. First of all, the changes concern the DAC chip, instead of the Saber ES9018K2M there is now an ES9028Pro, there are also less significant […] More
The Technics SL-G700M2 player is a universal device that can become the only signal source in a Hi-Fi system. Technics SL-G700M2 can perform the functions of a high-quality CD/SACD player, and also work as a network audio player with support for the latest formats. The player uses an ESS ES9026PRO digital-to-analog converter with isolated stereo […] More
The new Topping A50 III headphone amplifier is a compact, high-performance device. It retains the features of its predecessor, but adds improvements such as a three-level gain control and a balanced input on a 6.35mm TRS jack. The amplifier circuit uses the NCFA (Nested Feedback Composite Amplifier) module to provide exceptional performance. In addition, the A50 III’s maximum output power […] More
The RSA720 SFP Optical USB Hub uses optical USB to completely block vibration and electrical interference from external storage devices and devices. It’s a great solution for connecting and using multiple devices thanks to 4 independent USB ports. The RSA720’s compact design allows it to be easily integrated into an audio system. Moreover, it uses only high-quality materials and […] More
Kiwi Ears , in collaboration with the world’s top 1 reviewer Crinacle , has released the Singolo 11mm dynamic headphones with the Kiwi-designed KARS acoustic resonator. Available in two colors. Kiwi Ears x Crinacle We’ve partnered with Crinacle, one of the world’s most renowned audio reviewers. Crinacle changed the in-ear headphone industry forever with its frequency measurement database, which is the largest […] More
After six years of development, the German high-end manufacturer Genuin Audio presents the successor to the Drive turntable. The special thing: the phono preamplifier is integrated and on board. The complete package including phono preamplifier, tonearm and MC cartridge will cost around $19,900. The new Drive turntable has become significantly more compact. Genuin Audio relies […] More
The Musical Fidelity M6x DAC 32 will become, according to the English manufacturer, a landmark device. This is the first model to use, like its predecessor, the Musical Fidelity M6s DAC, ESS 32 Bit HyperStream technology – but in differential dual mono, and even with an updated ES9038Q2M converter. According to Musical Fidelity, the M6x uses […] More
