Hi-Fi

Italian speaker manufacturer Audel has unveiled a complete desktop component audio system. It consists of compact Audel Nika Trend speakers , an Audel U-DAC digital source , and an Audel U-AMP amplifier —three components that work together to form a harmonious whole. The system is available in a variety of designs, including a mosaic version, and, according to the developers, combines aesthetics, handcrafted […] More

The NAD C658 is a stereo preamplifier with digital-to-analog converter and network streamer. The model is based on the BluOS streaming platform, which was developed for the Bluesound family of devices, and then adapted for other Lenbrook-owned brands, including NAD Electronics, and subsequently licensed to third parties such as DALI. The BluOS platform and the accompanying […] More

The British luxury audio electronics brand, Chord Electronics, is set to unveil a new analog reference-level product at the upcoming High End Show 2025, commencing on May 15 in Munich. While the manufacturer is maintaining suspense by withholding details until the exhibition opens, the wait for this revelation will soon come to an end. The […] More

The SHANLING M5 Ultra 10th is a newly launched digital player celebrating the tenth anniversary of the M5 series. This special edition goes beyond a mere aesthetic update of the original design; it features significant technical enhancements, including refined sound tuning, upgraded internal circuitry, and carefully chosen components that are well-regarded in the audio community. […] More

We Are Rewind, a brand known for breathing new life into cassette culture, has unveiled its latest creation: the EDITH WE-001 portable cassette player. Joining the company’s existing lineup—Amy, Keith, and Kurt—the EDITH model arrives just in time to ride the wave of cassette revival, with UK sales projected to surge over 200% in Q1 […] More

Danish cartridge manufacturer Ortofon has reimagined its renowned MC cartridge, the MC A90, by introducing the Ortofon MC 90X. This new model boasts a stainless steel chassis created through Selective Laser Melting (SLM), providing exceptional rigidity and improved resonance management. Additionally, the upgraded Ortofon Rubber Dampers contribute to enhanced sound clarity, effectively reducing distortion for […] More

Echo Diastasis is an audio equipment manufacturer located in Greece. The company currently offers a limited range of products, featuring four amplifiers. The latest addition to their lineup is the PH-79 phono amplifier. According to the company, Echo Diastasis would not introduce a new phono amplifier unless it could provide a significant improvement. The PH-79 […] More

The Japanese company Rotel, with a history spanning around sixty years, has introduced its inaugural headphone amplifier, named the DX-3. This model features both digital and analog inputs, along with Bluetooth connectivity. The front panel is equipped with a standard 6.35 mm jack, as well as a 4.4 mm jack for balanced connections. Rotel DX-3 […] More

Pearl Acoustics has revised its existing 170 integrated tube amplifier. The 170 SE has significant improvements under the hood. The company also announces a new power amplifier called the 7040. The 7040 operates in Class D, but without the typical Class D tone, the designers claim. Pearl Acoustics 170 SE The new 170 SE is […] More

Musical Fidelity has introduced the M8x DAC, a new digital-to-analog converter and headphone amplifier. The company claims to offer exceptional sound quality through advanced processing techniques and a fully discrete, balanced analog circuitry design. The M8x DAC is capable of supporting all contemporary audio resolutions and is equipped with two headphone outputs. Since the early […] More

German audio manufacturer Theorie und Anwendung (T+A) has introduced the Symphonia, an integrated amplifier featuring both analogue and digital connectivity options. It includes a dedicated turntable input and boasts a wide array of streaming capabilities. The front panel is adorned with retro-style VU meters, while the internal components are entirely modern. The Symphonia, featuring an […] More