The Electrocompaniet Rena SA-1 wireless receiver is very compact, but at the same time very heavy. But the considerable weight is not due to the huge radiators for cooling the output stages operating in class A, or the powerful toroidal power transformer (the power supply here is generally external and resembles that of a laptop). The amplification […] More
Advance Paris PlayStream A5 is an integrated amplifier with a built-in streamer. The basis is a high-quality network amplifier structure and the integration of exclusive components. The highlight here is clearly the built-in digital-to-analog converters, which are specially designed and optimized for high-quality audio reproduction. The WM8740 and AK4113 are excellent converters for the Playstream A5. The emphasis on […] More
The Advance Paris Playstream A1 is an amplifier capable of delivering up to 2 x 52W Class AB over a wide bandwidth. Advance Paris Playstream A1 can play music streamed via local area network (DLNA) or from numerous online music services such as Spotify, Deezer, Qobuz, Tidal or TuneIn. It also has plenty of analog and digital […] More
Break free from cable restrictions with the xDuoo MX-01 Bluetooth 5.3 Audio Transmitter . Transforming traditional audio devices such as TVs and computers into Bluetooth-enabled platforms, this compact device delivers flawless wireless audio playback. Say goodbye to tangled wires and enjoy the convenience of wireless audio streaming. Audiophile-Grade Hi-Def Audio Enjoy audiophile-quality sound with the MX-01’s support for high-definition […] More
It’s common knowledge that, in addition to creating entirely new models, FiiO periodically updates existing ones. The recent release of the FiiO KA13, denoted by the index 13, suggests a successor to its predecessor, the KA3. However, as is typical with FiiO, this model upgrade seems more like the introduction of an entirely new development. […] More
First of all, the McIntosh MP1100 is designed for analog audio, which is reflected in the most accurate correction (signal equalization) in the entire history of the brand. The phono stage uses four 12AX7A tubes, two per channel, in a fully balanced configuration. This design makes the McIntosh MP1100 the first fully balanced tube phono stage. On the […] More
The Primare R15 corrector is housed in a 35 cm wide case with a thick steel top cover, which serves as a reliable shield for interference-sensitive circuits. Hence the solid weight – 6.5 kg. On the rear panel there is one stereo RCA input and the same output. Remote control of activation via a 12-volt trigger is provided. Color […] More
Gold Note PH-10 is clad in an aluminum body and has a large OLED color display, as well as a gold logo on the front panel. The top and sides of the case have beveled ventilation cutouts, adding an element of brutality to the overall elegance. The Gold Note PH-10 looks quite harmonious, it is modern, tightly […] More
The Luxman EQ-500 phono stage-preamplifier is designed to reproduce all the richness of the nuances of music and the quivering breath of melodies. For this, Japanese designers chose vacuum tubes as amplification elements. The front panel contains all the controls necessary for fine-tuning and switching functions, so the owner can enjoy true analogue perfection. With the release […] More
The Cambridge Audio Edge NQ is notable for its high-precision volume potentiometer, the huge knob of which is combined with a knurled selector, and a rather large front LCD display with fairly informative graphics. Of the wireless connections, only Bluetooth is standardly integrated (with the aptX HD codec), but when installing the supplied external Wi-Fi dongle […] More
The Japanese company Marantz has updated its range of compact audio devices called Melody and in 2020 a completely new model appeared with the number Marantz M-CR612 Melody X. The main difference is that the Marantz M-CR612 model has added HEOS multiroom technology, updated the AirPlay protocol to the second generation, and also added the […] More
Denon RCD N10 is a compact network stereo receiver with support for the AirPlay 2 protocol and the HEOS multi-room system. The Denon RCD N10 model easily integrates into a local network via a LAN interface or via a Wi-Fi connection, providing access to audio files stored on computers and NAS servers. Current formats such as FLAC […] More
