RANTS ‘N RAVES: If you were stricken by a case of love at first listen with Magneplanar speakers, there’s no turning back. And who would know better than someone who has spent a good part of the past two decades living with them. Here’s the first installment of a multi-part dissertation.
VINYLOGY: Our resident phono boffin takes the pain out cartridge shopping.
NEWS: If you’re looking for an integrated amp that allows for expansion, the modular Ayre EX-8 is a good candidate for the role.
REVIEW: The pioneer of the standalone digital-to-analogue converter isn’t about to be left behind in the modern-day stakes, as Arcam proves with a new iteration of its irDAC.
REVIEW: Looking for a fancy desktop audio accessory that does big-league sound? Newbie Exogal’s Comet DAC, which is also a digital preamp and headamp, should fit the bill…
REVIEW: With power comes corruption… but here’s away to ensure a cleaner system, courtesy of Keces Audio…
VINYLOGY: Our resident analogue geek guides you through the process of achieving vinyl fulfilment with your turntable…
REVIEW: Blown away… that’s what we were by the Chord Mojo, which we reckon is the most explosive hi-fi device that will fit in your palm, that money can buy! Respect!
REVIEW: Sony’s WF-1000XM3 could well be the true wireless earbuds to beat all competition at the price.
RANTS ‘ N RAVES: Audiophiles are occasionally asked difficult questions by well-meaning friends. Sometimes, there’s just no straight answer … and this is one of those times.
REVIEW: Small, cheap and cheerful… for the price, the Topping D30 is almost unbeatable.
REVIEW: Unless you’re a total vinyl newbie, the answer of course is “not really”… still, the AT LP5 is a good bet for beginners who want a fuss-free experience with vinyl.
REVIEW: Sometimes, you just want to forget about the finicky things that define the audiophile habit, and let the music sock you in the belly and tickle your ears … which the Rogue Chronus Magnum does very well indeed …
NEWS: Connectivity, convenience and superior sound; Denon’s PMA-150H network amplifier promises all these and more.
REVIEW: You can wax lyrical over small things, as our reviewer proves with his dissertation on the benefits of the USB Disruptor power supply, which obviously impressed him no end.
NEWS: Adding wireless connectivity to your hi-fi system is hassle-free with Shanling’s BA1.
NEWS: If you’ve bought into streaming, NAD’s C 700 promises to make hi-fi entertainment hassle-free.
REVIEW: The bridge between traditional hi-fi and computer audio has a scenic view, as this Italian purebred shows…
NEWS: It’s a far cry from the Krells of yore and possibly much uglier, but the new Vanguard integrated amplifier certainly has today’s audiophile in mind.
