REVIEW: Samsung’s HW-Q950T soundbar has impressive sonic muscle, although setting up is a bit of a hassle.
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Arylic S50 Pro, S10 – fuss-free streaming on a budget
REVIEW: Looking to add streaming capabilities to your staid wired set-up, without hurting your wallet? These Arylic units are calling…
Denon PMA-150H – for all your digital needs
REVIEW: Digital devices can be a headache to set up, but getting Denon’s PMA-150H going is a breeze… and it sounds fab, too!
HiFiMAN Ananda headphones – planar-magnetic magic
REVIEW: HiFiMAN comes out with another planar-magnetic winner in the Ananda headphones.
Hegel H390 amplifier and more – Norwegian good
REVIEW: The amplifiers of today are becoming increasingly versatile, and the Hegel H390 shows us what the laggards are lacking…
Soon, you can make your own vinyl record… at home
NEWS: The term “make your own record” will soon be taking on a new dimension with the Phonocut Home Vinyl Recorder.
Dynaudio Evoke 20 speakers – sweet Danish delight
REVIEW: These well-presented Danish speakers evoke favourable emotions from a panel/ribbon diehard.
Audioengine A2+ speakers – dynamite desktop duo
REVIEW: Tiny they may be, but these Audioengine speakers pack a mighty punch.
BAT REX DAC – royal performance on demand
REVIEW: When nothing but the best will do and money is plentiful, the REX DAC from Balanced Audio Technology should be on your shopping list.
Pro-Ject Essential III Phono – audiophile-grade on a budget
REVIEW: For a taste of what a truly audiophile turntable can do for not so much money, try a Pro-Ject… in this case, the Essential III
The Sony Walkman – 40 and beyond
NEWS: The Sony Walkman, born exactly four decades ago, revolutionised the way we consumed music… life hasn’t been the same since then, and the Walkman name lives on in a current format.
Cayin iDAP-6 player – tasty source of digital
REVIEW: Some bugs aside (and which digital audio player is free of them?), the Cayin iDAP-6 certainly holds promise of great musical times for the desktop user.
KLIAV Show 2018 – A quick breeze through on day two
NEWS: Attempting to keep his wallet stitched firmly into his pocket, our big guy pretends to feign disinterest at the goodies on display… knowing full well he’s returning for more…
Chord Poly streamer/player – raising your Mojo
REVIEW: Sonically outstanding, brilliant, etc, etc… but the Chord Poly streamer needs to be friendlier to the user and iron out some kinks in the system.
Keces Audio BP-600 – (mains) power sans corruption
REVIEW: With power comes corruption… but here’s away to ensure a cleaner system, courtesy of Keces Audio…
A ‘Stellar’ DAC from PS Audio
REVIEW: If there’s a Swiss Army knife of DACs, the PS Audio Stellar Gain Cell can stake a claim for the title…
Acoustic Energy AE1 Active speakers – a classic reborn
REVIEW: Everyone’s going active, and a classic from the Acoustic Energy stables gets a modern makeover that impresses our reviewer.
New regional hub gets Dali closer to Asia-Pacific audiophiles
NEWS: How better to tap into a region with growth potential than be located in the midst of it… and Dali is getting right into the action.
Devialet Gold Phantom – glorious in every way
REVIEW: Is it the best sound in the world, as the company claims? You can argue about that, but here’s an experience all audiophiles must have… the Devialet Phantom wireless speaker.
A day at KLIAV Show 2017
NEWS: Our enthusiastic reviewer takes a breather from the office to check out the tasties at the KL International AV Show 2017.