Danish high end manufacturer Densen, now launches the first of a string of new products. Densens CAST AMP is the first Densen product to allow streaming, and doing so, by using Googles Cast Audio technology. This will allow for the use of Tidal, which has become the defacto standard for premium streaming, but it will […]

Audiolab has annonced the release of the M-ONE compact integrated amplifier, taking Audiolab's DAC technology and adding pre/power amp circuitry, plus connectivy options including aptX bluetooth. Design wise the M-ONE is equal to the M-DAC+, and sports the same cabinet. M-ONE is able to handle 32/384kHz via USB. The USB input also offers support for […]

Replacing the multi award winning RP3 was never going to be an easy task. But now after two years of development, the all new Planar 3 is here following the biggest re-design in this iconic product's 40 year history. Every aspect of the turntable has been improved - ergonomics, usability and first and foremost, sonic […]

The Diamond Active Series from Wharfedale delivers wireless connectivity with a difference. Whilst not the first stereo speakers to offer integrated amplification and Bluetooth connectivity with compatible devices including smartphones, tablets and computers, their ‘True Wireless’ technology ensures greater flexibility than many similar designs says the company’s recent press release. The Diamond Active Series comprises two models: the […]

Gold Note – the Italian High-End manufacturer based in Firenze – has announced the release of Donatello, the new MC cartridge available in two models: Donatello Gold (low output level) available at a MSRP of 950€ and Donatello Red (high output level) available at a MSRP of 650€. Gold Note is increasing its commitment with […]

Quad unveils its latest loudspeaker range, the first of many new products planned for 2016 in celebration of the British audio brand's 80th year. Like the S Series, which launched in 2015, the new Z Series combines advanced Kevlar bass and midrange drivers with a specially designed ribbon tweeter. The Z Series takes this fundamental […]

Elara is, according to avhub.com.au, the name of the new series from french Triangle Elara 1, Elera 5 and Elera 7 should be the name of the speakers. "The flagship in the Elara line is the LN-07, which has two 165mm bass/midrange drivers and a 25mm soft dome tweeter. It is specified as having a frequency […]

  The C1100 preamplifier brings a new level of performance and luxury to McIntosh’s heralded preamplifier offerings – evidenced by its high level inputs having the lowest noise of any McIntosh preamplifier ever produced. It utilizes a two-chassis design where the control and power sections are completely separate from the audio section. Absolute isolation of […]

A couple of pictures of the HiFi at the IFA 2015 Show in Berlin! Text will come later!                  

  A couple of pictures of the HiFi at the IFA 2015 Show in Berlin! Text will come later!    

Four years in the making and with 34 years of experience and unrivalled reputation behind the company, Parasound’s new Halo Integrated amplifier/DAC had to be something special … and different to most other integrated amps on the market today.   The combination of highest quality components and the very latest technology result in a “superior” […]

Marantz M-CR611 finally arrived. News? Packed with Spotify Connect, one extra opitcal & volume regulated analog out (pre-out) and a neat changeable light from the front. Hooked it up with the passive speakers, tried with the floorstanding speaker Triangle Esprit Gaia (Which I'm reviewing on the sidenote). It actually did an okay job driving the floorstanders, and compared to the M-CR610 it definitely […]

2 new models in Marantz's Melody series has arrived; M-CR511, which we already got on the test bench, and the new model M-CR611 with CDplayer. Was lucky to get my hands on one of the early M-CR511. Some changes compared to the MCR510 is; the logo is now inside and not letter plastered on the […]

The designer behind the Aavik U-300 is the Scandinavian designer from Raidho; Michael Borresen. It is an all in one amplifier with RIAA, D/A, Preamplifier and Power amplifier. The Aavik U-300 design is typical Scandinavian, with a simplistic functionality and a minimalistic look. The cover is made of anodized aluminum, which gives it a stunning matte black […]

270K euro is the price tag on the 24K goldplated version of the Triangle Magellan Grand Concert!   Its structure comprises three distinct enclosures designed to ensure elimination of standing waves and vibration. The considerable weight of the loudspeaker (100 kg) required the development of the new exclusive Fixocal locking system, which locks the three […]

The new Diablo 300, based on Gryphons Diablo amplifier is not just an upgrade. The amplifier was revealed to Munich show and goes on sale around September, however, contains borrowed content from Pandora preamplifier, Mephisto power amplifier, and will be available with a DAC module and a RIAA board. The design is basically a fusion […]

For the first time we really see the collaboration between Onkyo and Pioneer, two new amplifiers from Onkyo, named TX-RZ800 and TX-RZ900. Compared to the earliere models from Onkyo, you can clearly see the better looking "Pioneer" look in the newer models. Both receivers will be equipped with THX Select 2 Plus certifcate. It will […]

Goldmund is introduction their new wireless speaker, and with price tag on $295,000 it is gonna hit your wallet hard. The Logos Anatta is a “wireless capable” speaker. It adapts to your needs in terms of system options.   If you wish for extreme simplicity, you can use the Anatta with the USB computer dongle […]

  Marantz showed off a prototype of the HD-AMP1, which is designwise the same as the DAC they released last year. Marantz told us that this is still in an early stage, and it will be released in januar/februar 2016.     Marantz HD-AMP1 has the same design as the HD-DAC1, but the cabinet is […]

The Marantz M-CR510, which we reviewed, finaly got a successor. Marantz M-CR511 and Marantz M-CR611 is the name of the 2 new models in the Melody series. The blue light you see on the sides is possible to change into 3 different colours; Orange, Blue, White or off! Marantz Melody Media M-CR610's follower is the […]

Latest thing from the Japanese based brand Onkyo, is a complete Dolby Atmos homecinema package starting as low as 700 pounds. Onkyo HT-S5805 is the name of the package, and is a 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos, with the atmos enabled front speakers from Onkyo. Besides Dolby Atmos, the package is packed with Bluetooth enabled receiver, HDCP 2.2 capable, […]