Chord aims for sonic accuracy with gorgeous Ultima Integrated amp

Following an international debut at the High End audio show in Munich last year, UK hi-fi brand Chord Electronics has now announced global availability of its “class-leading” 125-watt Ultima Integrated amplifier.Continue ReadingCategory: Home Entertain… Continue reading Chord aims for sonic accuracy with gorgeous Ultima Integrated amp

See-through sound: Stunning Ferguson Hill speakers ride the Jetstream

When it comes to loudspeaker design, looks are much less important than how they sound. There are exceptions that please both eye and ear of course, such as the remarkable Nautilus floorstander or the A9 wireless disc. The rather pricey Jetstream system from Brit brand Ferguson Hill is a gorgeous example of the ‘exceptions’ design camp.

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Fiio combines desktop streaming with powerful headphone amp

China’s Fiio – which recently announced a mechanical keyboard with a built-in DAC – has launched a new flagship desktop media streamer and headphone amp/DAC combo that’s dominated by a slick smartphone-like user interface.Continue ReadingCategory: Home… Continue reading Fiio combines desktop streaming with powerful headphone amp

Leema Quantum series makes high-end hi-fi more affordable

High-end hi-fi brand Leema Acoustics has unveiled its first new audiophile offerings for more than a decade, with the Quantum range essentially repackaging the company’s flagship Constellation series in a more affordable – relatively speaking – form fa… Continue reading Leema Quantum series makes high-end hi-fi more affordable

Wiim Amp launched as “the ultimate streaming amplifier”

Wiim, the home audio arm of Linkplay Technology, has followed the “audiophile-grade” Pro Plus streaming box with its first streaming amplifier, allowing music lovers to cable the device direct to passive speakers, a home-theater setup or even an old vi… Continue reading Wiim Amp launched as “the ultimate streaming amplifier”

Pro-Ject celebrates landmark Pink Floyd classic with special turntable

To mark the 50th anniversary of the release of The Dark Side Of The Moon by Pink Floyd, Austrian hi-fi brand Pro-Ject has launched a special Artist Collection turntable – featuring a look designed to mimic the iconic album cover.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading Pro-Ject celebrates landmark Pink Floyd classic with special turntable

Brit audio veteran launches beautiful retro-styled AIO music streamer

“Quintessentially British” audio gear company Ruark has launched the first in its new series of integrated music systems. The R410 offers modern streaming, internet radio and connection to legacy hi-fi gear – all enclosed in gorgeous 1970s-inspired wra… Continue reading Brit audio veteran launches beautiful retro-styled AIO music streamer

U-Turn Audio’s modular Orbit turntables get audiophile update

Boston’s U-Turn Audio has applied “audiophile-approved” upgrades to its Orbit line of turntables, reworking the drive system, adding electronic speed control, installing a magnesium-alloy tonearm, and offering a host of customization options. Pricing s… Continue reading U-Turn Audio’s modular Orbit turntables get audiophile update

U-Turn Audio’s modular Orbit turntables get audiophile update

Boston’s U-Turn Audio has applied “audiophile-approved” upgrades to its Orbit line of turntables, reworking the drive system, adding electronic speed control, installing a magnesium-alloy tonearm, and offering a host of customization options. Pricing s… Continue reading U-Turn Audio’s modular Orbit turntables get audiophile update