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Victrola took advantage of its appearance at CES 2023 in Las Vegas to announce the Stream Onyx turntable. It’s essentially a budget version of last year’s Stream Carbon. Both are capable of broadcasting sound from a record to the Sonos system – a Wi-Fi module is provided for this, and the corresponding settings take place in the proprietary Victrola […] More
RME is a German company that has been developing and manufacturing digital audio equipment for professional use since 1996. DAC / Headphone Amplifier ADI-2 DAC FS is today its version of proprietary signal conversion devices that is as close as possible to the needs of a simple music lover. The previous model RME ADI-2 Pro was […] More
FiiO KA17 is the new flagship DAC/amplifier in USB dongle format, replacing the FiiO KA5 FiiO KA17 is equipped with an innovative desktop mode and an external dedicated Type-C power port. When there is sufficient power supply via USB and the external power port is connected to the adapter, stationary use is enabled, automatically adjusting the DAC, […] More
British hi-fi brand Cambridge Audio is introducing two new network players: the AXN10 and MXN10, one big and one small. The larger of the two models is the full-size Cambridge Audio AXN10, which joins Cambridge Audio’s entry-level Hi-Fi AX range, adding a dedicated music streaming option alongside integrated amplifier, CD player and tuner models. The smaller […] More
The German brand Violectric is owned by Lake People Electronic, known for its studio audio equipment. So the Violectric HPA V550 headphone amplifier (it is also released in the HPA V550 PRO version ) received a lot of features from professional circuitry. First of all, this is the increased supply voltage: it allowed the HPA V550 to work with high-impedance headphone models. The […] More
SIMGOT DEW4X is a new portable DAC and headphone amplifier based on two CS43198 chips. Outputs 3.5mm+4.4mm. Unrivaled sound quality with Daul CS43198 DAC chips The DEW4X features dual CS43198 DAC chips that deliver 130dB dynamic range for authentic and expressive music reproduction. It supports 384kHz/32bit PCM and DSD 256 high-definition audio, easily decoding a variety of sources. Peripheral […] More
Rotel has announced three new and improved models – the A10MKII Integrated Amplifier , the A11MKII Integrated Amplifier and the CD11MKII CD Player . All three models benefit from critical component and circuit topology upgrades, allowing for increased resolution and detail while maintaining their critical price point. The A11MKII and CD11MKII are further developments of Rotel’s successful Tribute series , inspired by and co-designed by the late Ken […] More
HIBy R8 II is a new flagship player with a 16-channel DAC, operating in class A and AB. Darwin-MPA Architecture At the heart of the R8 II’s sonic superiority is the revolutionary Darwin-MPA architecture. This multi-phase PWM array coupled with a 16-way current-mode DAC transforms your listening experience into a portable concert hall. Two Class A/AB amplification circuits […] More
At CES 2024, Victrola introduced the new Stream Sapphire turntable , which provides extensive connectivity to wireless speaker systems. In addition to the Works with Sonos standard , the player received support for UPnP and Roon , in addition, a pair of gold-plated RCAs allows you to connect the model to active speaker systems or traditional amplifiers. The turntable is housed in a durable fiberboard case […] More
GUSTARD has started selling a new model of the H26 desktop headphone amplifier , made using a fully symmetrical circuit. Eight pairs of selected transistors operate in the output stage; the pre-amplifier section includes two LME49720 op-amps . The volume control is made on a resistive matrix, while the power amplifier can be completely turned off, which allows the model to work […] More
Shanling has announced the release of a new limited-edition CD player CD-T35 , which is a synthesis of the brand’s outstanding achievements and advanced streaming technologies. Limited to just 99 units, this exclusive model is a true masterpiece of audio engineering using iconic components such as the Philips CD-Pro 2 module and high-quality AKM AK4499EQ DACs. Shanling […] More
The new line of JBL Classic stationary devices combine retro design with modern high-resolution technology for an unparalleled listening experience. The Classic Series from JBL combines sleek design with modern technology to create speakers and components that are unmistakable. Modern electronic components continue this tradition and join the Classic series of passive and active speaker systems, including the […] More