Beautifully retro DAC puts an audio-boosting “tape player” in your pocket

Though many of us carry our digital music library or streaming player around with us in the shape of our smartphones, enjoying high quality audio can be problematic. Fiio’s KA15 DAC not only levels up the sound but also looks retro cool while doing so…. Continue reading Beautifully retro DAC puts an audio-boosting “tape player” in your pocket

700-watt wireless music system blasts tunes through 14 speakers

The vast majority of today’s consumed music is served up by streaming platforms, leaving traditional hi-fi setups struggling to stay relevant. Cambridge Audio has launched a powerful multi-driver all-in-one music streamer that can also play nice with l… Continue reading 700-watt wireless music system blasts tunes through 14 speakers

Harman’s JBL launches powerful integrated streaming system

The Harman Luxury Audio Group has added a new family member to JBL’s Classic Series, in the shape of a retro-stylish all-in-one music system named the L42ms that puts out 200 watts and features adjustable bass response.Continue ReadingCategory: Home En… Continue reading Harman’s JBL launches powerful integrated streaming system

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

MoonDrop awakens the spirit of Sony’s Discman with portable CD player

Though the majority of music listening today is served up via streaming services, physical formats like cassettes, vinyl records and CDs are still holding on for dear life. China’s art/tech outfit MoonDrop is catering to fans of the plastic disc with a… Continue reading MoonDrop awakens the spirit of Sony’s Discman with portable CD player

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

Victrola’s streaming turntable family moves beyond Sonos

Home audio brand Victrola snuggled up with Sonos back in 2022 with a streaming turntable designed to feed groovy tunes direct to Sonos speakers over a wireless connection. Now the company has expanded to Roon and beyond with the Stream Sapphire.Continu… Continue reading Victrola’s streaming turntable family moves beyond Sonos