REVIEW: Sony does most things right again with the latest iteration of its Z7 headphones; the Z7M2s fare pretty well even against some tough competition, and in numerous settings.
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Denafrips Ares DAC – a worthy competitor
REVIEW: A lovely DAC from a rather oddly-named company that’s not taking the well-trodden path; Denafrips Ares may be ‘entry-level’ in price but certainly not in sound.
FiiO μBTR – Bluetooth done good and cheap
REVIEW: If you’re looking for a bargain in wireless music connectivity, FiiO offers the marvellous μBTR Bluetooth receiver… just pocket it and go.
Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones – third time’s a charm
REVIEWS: Sony again ups its game in the realm of noise-cancelling, wireless headphones… the new WH-1000XM3 is the most refined of various iterations, and perhaps the best for the money.
Audia Flight FLS10 integrated amp – elegant and well-poised
REVIEW: It took a while, but when the Audia Flight FLS10 finally opened up, our reviewer was taken on the sort of magical and musical journey he wasn’t expecting at first…
Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista CD player – not for all tastes
REVIEW: It’s hefty, and it looks impressive, and it has its sonic plusses, but the Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista seems a tad out of synch with the rest of the pack.
Samsung HW-N650 soundbar – winning on convenience
REVIEW: If you’re looking for convenience when expanding on your TV’s sound, the Samsung HW-650 offers an acceptable and fuss-free option.
Dali Oberon 3 – engaging all-round speakers
REVIEW: Dali delivers another winner in its new Oberon 3 speakers, which punch above their price class and ensure you are fully entertained…
FiiO M3K DAP – a steal for the price
REVIEW: You can’t really go wrong with the FiiO M3K digital audio player, given its ridiculously affordable price…
A Neat trick with the compact IOTA Alpha speakers
REVIEW: If you want a pair of speakers that sound right but disappear from your sight, these IOTA Alpha compact speakers are truly, er, Neat…
Gold Note Giglio turntable – as great as it looks
REVIEW: Ah, the Italians… they know how to make anything sound and look magnificent… as in the case of the Gold Note Giglio turntable.
Chord Qutest DAC – engaging sonic spectacle
REVIEW: Built like a brick, sporting cutting-edge conversion technology and taking up very little space on your desk, Chord’s Qutest DAC yet has quite a bit going for it.
Vitus Audio SS-103 stereo power amplifier – resistance is futile
REVIEW: How does a whole lot of amplifier muscle – in weight and watts – sound when refined the Scandinavian way? The Vitus Audio SS-103 Signature answers this question for us…
Accuphase E-470 integrated amplifier – one for a lifetime
REVIEW: When do you say “enough”, when you don’t have megabucks to spend on hi-fi equipment? The Accuphase E-470 integrated amplifier certainly seems to represent that point…
Stoner Acoustics UDX DAC – toe-tapper, with a caveat or two
REVIEW: You can’t have everything perfect for the price of this Stoner Acoustics UDX DAC… but it images like no other in its range and certainly gets your toes tapping.
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.
IsoAcoustics GAIA III isolators – stylising one’s sonics
REVIEW: Better supporting feet make for better loudspeakers, right? Well, that depends on the speakers and supports… but when things gel, these GAIA III isolators from IsoAcoustics are certainly special.
Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II – is this the one?
REVIEW: The lure of tubes proves too much for our reviewer, just as he was consider a move to solid state… the latest iteration of the Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum amp wove its magic on him.
Bowers & Wilkins PX headphones – a study in contrasts
REVIEW: The strange case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde… this does describe our reviewers’ experiences with Bowers & Wilkins’ very nifty-looking PX wireless cans that sport active noise cancellation.
Bowers & Wilkins 705 S2 speakers – big on bass
REVIEW: Overlook these compact cabinets from Bowers & Wilkins and you’ll miss out a robust performer, especially in the lower nether region, where the 705 S2 punches with great effect.