Group Tests


€700-€2,000 Loudspeaker cables.

€700-€2,000 Loudspeaker cables.

A quite representative selection of high quality loudspeaker cables, including models from Synergistic, Furutech, Cardas, Kimber, Siltech and Atlas.


€1,000-€2,000 floorstanding loudspeakers.

€1,000-€2,000 floorstanding loudspeakers.

This is a very interesting price range, and the test includes products from Quadral, PMC, Quad, Audio Physic and JBL among others.


The up to €3,000 system

The up to €3,000 system

Six very different systems from about €500 up to €3,000.


Pre/Power Amplifier pairs.

Pre/Power Amplifier pairs.

Preamplifier/power amplifier systems with a price range between €2,000 and €4,400, including solid state, hybrid and pure tube designs from companies such as NAD, Quad, Parasound and Tsakiridis Devices.


S/PDIF cables.

S/PDIF cables.

Thirty cables, designed to transfer digital signals according to S/PDIF protocol with a price tag between € and €1,000 were measured, listened through and recorded.


Phono Preamplifiers.

Phono Preamplifiers.

Fourteen phono preamplifiers in a price range between €400 and €2,000.


Turntable/cartridge Sets.

Turntable/cartridge Sets.

Includes some very well-known names, like Dual, Thorens, Rega, Pro-Ject and Clearaudio.


Bookshelf Loudspeakers.

Bookshelf Loudspeakers.

Small loudspeakers are good for small spaces and for medium -to - small listening distance. This test involve ten pairs, from manufacturers like Leema, ProAc, Aliante, ATC and Audio Spectrum.


Integrated Amplifiers.

Integrated Amplifiers.

Eleven integrated amplifiers including the Cambridge Audio 840A, Harman/Kardon HK990, NAD C375, Naim Audio Nait XS, Red Wine Audio Signature 30.2 and XTZ Class 100D3.


D/A Converters.

D/A Converters.

Thirteen digital to analog converters including Cambridge Audio DacMagic, YBA WD202, Benchmark DAC 1 HDR, Bryston BDA-1, Naim Audio DAC and North Star USB dac32.


Top Stories
DS Audio ES-001 - Eccentricity detection Stabilizer
DS Audio ES-001 - Eccentricity detection Stabilizer

What is an LP? A flat vinyl disc with a hole in the middle, you say. That's what it is, if that's what you believe it is. But there are some things you need to know. Welcome to the world of esoteric analog paranoia and its corresponding exotic solutions…


hARt Lab Tune Two - Preamp/Headphone Amplifier/Streamer/DAC
hARt Lab Tune Two -Preamp/Headphone Amplifier/Streamer/DAC

hArt LAb supports their rather intriguing power amplifiers with an appropriate preamplifier, a similar design that's somewhat unconventional and -also- includes… everything. Everything you say? Yes, everything!


Shanling UP4 Ver.22 - Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier
Shanling UP4 Ver.22 - Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier

Shanling seems to understand perfectly well the needs of the discerning audiophile who is often on the move, so they are offering a small but very interesting suitable device, the UP4.



News & Industry Update
Rotel's new A8 Integrated Amplifier
Rotel's new A8 Integrated Amplifier

Rotel's new A8 integrated amplifier is the latest device in the growing family of award-winning 14 Series models. The A8 leverages Rotel’s 60+ year heritage and experience in engineering and manufacturing high-performance, high-value audio components, the company says.


Triangle's Capella is not just a wireless loudspeaker.
Triangle's Capella is not just a wireless loudspeaker.

With its connected active speakers, the Capella system offers unprecedented performance by combining the acoustic of Triangle with modern technologies. Made in France, the speakers feature top-of-the-range finishes, with a varnished wooden enclosure and aluminum elements.


Teac's CG-10M master clock generator is updated to “X” edition.
Teac's CG-10M master clock generator is updated to “X” edition.

The CG-10M was a master clock generator that delivered an extremely accurate clock signal to DACs, network audio players, and CD players, allowing them to perform at their ultimate best. Now, Teac announced the release of the model CG-10M-X, a Reference Series master clock generator.


Ubsound presents their new F85 full-range handcrafted loudspeaker.
Ubsound presents their new F85 full-range handcrafted loudspeaker.

With a consolidated presence in over 65 countries worldwide, on the occasion of their 13th anniversary, the Italian company Ubsound launches the new F85 handcrafted full-range floor standing loudspeaker, that promise extraordinary performance.


Zeitgeist from Germany aspires to handcraft unique earphones from extraordinary materials.
Zeitgeist from Germany aspires to handcraft unique earphones from extraordinary materials.

Zeitgeist Germany is on a mission to bring art and soul to the mundane world of in-ear monitors. The brand is creating high-quality, high-comfort IEMs from extraordinary organic materials, backed by a wealth of audio expertise.


Musical Fidelity introduced a new range of Balanced Power Conditioners.
Musical Fidelity introduced a new range of Balanced Power Conditioners.

Musical Fidelity announced a new series of balanced power conditioners, catering to all possible needs - from digital or analogue source devices, low powered amplifiers, small and big Hi-Fi systems and home theaters, to big multi-channel, stereo and huge monoblock amps.


Xavian unveiled the Medea stand-mounted loudspeaker.
Xavian unveiled the Medea stand-mounted loudspeaker.

Medea stand-mounted loudspeakers are the realization of all Xavian's knowledge, experience, desire to create and the will to create the best that can be assembled from the technologies available today.


Onkyo’s new TX-8470 2-channel network receiver blends exceptional audio fidelity with modern connectivity.
Onkyo’s new TX-8470 2-channel network receiver blends exceptional audio fidelity with modern connectivity.

Onkyo introduced the all-new TX-8470, a receiver built by and for audiophiles that aspires to seamlessly combine exceptional audio fidelity for music lovers with modern connectivity options for hassle-free home entertainment.


More News...


Equipment Reviews...
MSB Technology The Discrete DAC - D/A Converter
MSB Technology The Discrete DAC - D/A Converter.

The Discrete DAC is MSB's smallest D/A converter, but that doesn't mean many things on absolute terms. What we are dealing with here is a design based on their custom conversion approach, featuring a top-quality construction and, in our DUT configuration, is accompanied by a smart USB line isolation system. This is digital audio at its best!


Review: ATC SCM 19 Loudspeaker.
Review: ATC SCM 19 Loudspeaker.

SCM19, ATC's entry level "Hi-Fi" series top stand-mount model, proved to be one of the best compact loudspeakers you can buy in this price range, especially if what you are looking for is some real high fidelity behavior. How did they manage this? Read the review to find out…


More Reviews...

RSS Feed

RSS Feed

Recent News...