The pain in the pleasure… restoring a vintage turntable
VINYLOGY: Getting a neglected classic turntable up and running again is a painstaking affair… but the rewards are worth the task.
Auris Audio offers exotic Tangenta HAWK tonearm
NEWS: If you’re in the market for a high-end tonearm that’s also high on the bling factor… the Auris Tangenta HAWK could be for you.
McIntosh MHA200 headamp… tube-y treat for your headphones
NEWS: McIntosh Labs tempts lovers of headphones and tubes with its latest offering, the MHA200.
B.audio offers streaming, DSP on B.dac EX
NEWS: If you’re looking for a multi-purpose DAC, this French company has nailed it.
Rest your headphones… with the TrueStand
NEWS: If you’re looking for another way of storing your headphones while not in use… here’s the TrueStand.
Frank takes on the lows with the AB-2 Tower Sub
FEATURE: Frank Acoustics’ founder takes time off to discuss his AB-2 Tower Subs, Power Banks and phonos.
EarMen’s USB DAC/amp soars like an Eagle
REVIEW: Small birds can fly high, as EarMen’s Eagle USB DAC/preamp/headamp proves…
Leak Stereo 130 amp, CDT transport – old name, new sound
REVIEW: Name and looks aside, there’s nothing retro about the revived Leak brand, as this amp and transport prove.
Sony’s SRS-RA5000/3000 wireless speakers coming in February
NEWS: Sony’s new wireless speakers promise to take your musical enjoyment to the next level.
Falcon Acoustics LS3/5a Gold Badge – the gold standard?
REVIEW: The legendary LS3/5a monitor gets premium specs… but does it show in the sonic results?
Audioengine adds HD4 Bluetooth speakers to range
NEWS: Audioengine’s compact HD4 is a wireless and wired solution for your music playback needs.
Of priorities, perspectives… and being grateful
FEATURE: Many of us would want to forget 2020… but there were lessons learnt and gratitude for the few bright spots.
Erzetich taking orders for Medousa tube headamp
NEWS: Erzetich Audio lets the tubes do the talking on its new fully-balanced headamp.
CH Precision’s flagship 10 Series finally gets going
NEWS: CH Precision goes all out with its 10 Series pre/power amps, both shipping now, more than a year after they were announced.
Apple AirPods Max – a driver for change in the headfi realm?
FEATURE: Apple’s AirPods Max may not appeal to audiophiles, but the other stuff on the menu could tempt them.
VPI… keeping the vinyl flag flying high
FEATURE: There’s no “vinyl comeback” because vinyl never went away… and VPI intends to keep it that way…
Cary Audio’s DMS-700 network player on preorder now… for US
NEWS: Cary Audio’s latest network audio player, the DMS-700, has big shoes to fill…
Sivga SV006 / SV007 headphones – premium on a budget
REVIEW: These Sivga headphones beckon seductively to those looking for something that stands out in a crowd.
Shanling M6 Pro DAP – refined sound, premium feel
REVIEW: Looking for a portable DAP that oozes premium quality? You want the Shanling M6 Pro then…
Samsung HW-Q950T soundbar – an immersion in sound
REVIEW: Samsung’s HW-Q950T soundbar has impressive sonic muscle, although setting up is a bit of a hassle.
