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.
McIntosh adds RS200 wireless speakers to lifestyle range
NEWS: McIntosh’s RS200 wireless speakers promise a lot of convenience for those into the digital audio lifestyle…
ATC announces CD2 player and SIA2-100 amp/DAC
NEWS: ATC fans looking to put together a one-brand system will welcome the UK company’s new CD player and amplifier/DAC combo… just add ATC speakers.
YG Acoustics shows 2nd-gen Hailey 2 speakers
NEWS: YG Acoustics has another masterpiece to offer, building on the strengths of its past achievements. The Hailey 2 is available in various configuration to meet different needs.
ATC SCM20ASL Pro monitors – the sound of active
REVIEW: These ATCs are active but they’re not of the wireless variety that’s getting popular now; no, the SCM20ASL Pros are studio monitors with serious intentions…
Clearaudio’s new Smart Matrix cleans your records in ‘silenc...
NEWS: Record cleaning machines always make a mighty racket while in action… but Clearaudio’s Smart Matrix Silent claims to break with that well-loved tradition.
DS Audio gets lighter in price with new DS-E1 optical cartridge
NEWS: If you’ve yearned to go optical with your cartridge but found it cost-prohibitive, DS Audio’s DS-E1 cuts the price by half…
Turntable set-up made easy… somewhat
VINYLOGY: Our resident analogue geek guides you through the process of achieving vinyl fulfilment with your turntable…
McIntosh MTI100… more than a mere turntable
NEWS: If a machine that plays only vinyl won’t keep you happy, meet the MTI100, McIntosh’s take on the Swiss Army knife… in an audio context.
Sony MDR-Z7M2 headphones – seventh heaven once again
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.
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.
Sony does a Bluetooth turntable – the PS-LX310BT
NEWS: Vinyl goes Bluetooth in a convenient package; Sony’s new analogue machine, the PS-LX310BT turntable, makes that perfect transition to the digital realm, sans wires.
Audio engineer claims his Null Tester settles the debate on wires
NEWS: Science or snake oil? Do all wires sound the same or do they make a difference? What do you believe? Well, we believe you need to watch these videos and decide for yourselves…
Monitor Audio ups the Gold Series
NEWS: Always a good bet for great sound at reasonable prices, Monitor Audio’s updated Gold Series reaches for the next level in sonic performance.
YG Acoustics launches InVincible sub-bass system
NEWS: There’s rock-solid bass and there’s subterranean bass, but these may not enough for some low-end hardheads; YG Acoustics’ InVincible takes on the task of silencing such extreme bass heads.
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’s Malaysian odyssey
NEWS: Sony has been making a whole load of its products – for the mass and specialist markets – in Malaysia since the 1980s; we visit the Penang factory for a quick tour.
All I want for my (hi-fi) Christmas
FEATURE: If you’re still in Christmas shopping mode, we’ve rounded up a list of hi-fi/AV/headfi gear that our teamsters dream about as Christmas gifts… for themselves!
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.
McIntosh helps Save The Children with 70th anniversary special
NEWS: A McIntosh special has been made available for the hardcore fan/collector to commemorate the company’s 70th anniversary in 2019… and there’s a charitable angle, too.
