The Bespoke Audio Co. (passive) Preamplifier REVIEW
The Bespoke Audio Co. (passive) Preamplifier REVIEW Review This is a review written by Terry Ellis February 2023. For my video review please see my YouTube channel link here Please Note: I am an Amazon Associate meaning links to Amazon are affiliate links, for more info about this please see here One Of a Kind I’ll start with a few questions. When was the last time you thought about the importance of a preamplifier to your HiFi systems sound quality? Maybe never if you’ve always been an integrated amplifier user, as the preamplifier is [...]
AudioSolutions NEW Figaro XL2 Speakers
AudioSolutions NEW Figaro XL2 Speakers News AudioSolutions have added the Figaro XL2 to its speaker portfolio. The Figaro XL2 is an evolution of model XL released more than 6 years ago. The new XL2 is a heavily upgraded 3-way speaker with advanced technologies taken from more expensive speaker lines in AudioSolutions portfolio.The Figaro contains the same but upgraded mini-horn loading tweeter and ER paper cones for their MID and BASS drivers. Mid-driver being the most attention-deserved tech in these speakers – working in an extended band (crossover points 400-4000Hz) it avoids crossover points in the region [...]
NEW iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon
NEW iFi Audio xDSD Gryphon News Launched in 2018, the xDSD is among the most popular portable DAC/headphone amps in iFi’s range – a feature-packed model that has earned a stellar reputation and a plethora of awards thanks to its supremely judged blend of convenience, versatility and performance. Soon after its launch, the xDSD was joined by the xCAN to complete iFi’s mid-level ‘x-series’ of portable devices. Housed in the same distinctive contoured case with ‘dark titanium’ finish, the xDSD and xCAN perform differing functions – the former is a portable DAC/headphone amp for digital [...]
iFi Audio hip-dac 2
iFi Audio hip-dac 2 News The hip-dac is one of iFi’s most popular USB DAC/headphone amps, beloved for its affordable price, extensive hi-res specification, distinctive design reminiscent of a hip flask and fittingly intoxicating sound. Now, some 21 months after the original hip-dac launched, iFi has updated its design with internal enhancements and a brand-new colour. Ladies and gentlemen, meet the hip-dac 2! The new model’s obvious distinguishing feature is the Sunset Orange anodised finish applied to its aluminium enclosure, replacing the original’s Petrol Blue. Under the hood, a collection of carefully considered and painstakingly [...]
The Fyne Audio F500SP has all the benefits of Fyne’s Special Production compact loudspeakers
The Fyne Audio F500SP has all the benefits of Fyne’s Special Production compact loudspeakers News Joining the F502SP and F501SP launched last year, the F500SP distils some of the best components and engineering from across Fyne Audio ranges into a unique standmount, point source loudspeaker, personally tuned by Technical Director, Dr Paul Mills. Handcrafted and hand finished in the UK at Fyne’s Glasgow factory, the concept allows audiophiles to benefit from Fyne’s high-end technology without the expense of the complex cabinet geometry found on higher-end models. Special Production IsoFlare At the heart of the F500SP [...]
Henley Audio to Distribute HiFi Rose in the UK and Ireland Markets
Henley Audio to Distribute HiFi Rose in the UK and Ireland Markets News Henley Audio are delighted to announce a new distribution agreement with HiFi Rose, a Korean specialist in high-end audio streaming technology. As sole UK distributor for a wide variety of HiFi equipment brands from across the globe, Henley Audio are delighted to add their first ever Korean partner to their portfolio. Sean Kim, Director of Communication and Media Sales at HiFi Rose, says of the new distribution arrangement: “We hope that HiFi Rose's entry into the UK market will bring new pleasure [...]
PMC Opens A Bespoke Facility For Dolby Atmos® Music Demonstration in London
PMC Opens a Bespoke Facility For Dolby Atmos® Music Demonstration News PMC is marking its 30th anniversary by opening PMC Studio London, a state of the art Dolby Atmos® music mixing suite that will be used to demonstrate the company’s loudspeaker products, including the new ci series, which are particularly suited to this ground-breaking immersive audio format, Based in a former piano factory in Islington, PMC London reflects the company’s long-standing relationship with Dolby and its determination to further the development of Atmos in a music mixing context. This new facility, which joins other PMC [...]
FYNE AUDIO launches flagship F1 Series stand mount models
FYNE AUDIO launches flagship F1 Series stand mount models News The compact F1-5 and substantial F1-8 standmount join Fyne Audio flagship F1 Series, bringing high-end point source music reproduction to smaller rooms. FYNE AUDIO has expanded its flagship F1 series of loudspeakers with two stand mount models, the F1-5 and F1-8, plus a dedicated stand with top plates to fit either model, the FS8 Designed to bring the luxury build and high-end sound quality of Fyne’s statement loudspeaker concept to smaller rooms, these true point source monitors deliver unrivalled accuracy and compelling musical engagement. Designed, [...]
Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 speakers REVIEW
Bowers & Wilkins 603 S3 speakers REVIEW Review This is a review written by Terry Ellis January 2024. For my video review please see my YouTube channel link here Please Note: I am an Amazon Associate meaning links to Amazon are affiliate links, for more info about this please see here Always setting the standard Bowers and Wilkins have sold over a million pairs of 600 range speakers in the twenty plus years the range has been in production, that’s a pretty insane number when you stop and think about it. I remember back [...]
Eversolo A6 Streamer DAC REVIEW
Eversolo A6 Streamer DAC REVIEW Review This is a review written by Terry Ellis December 2023. For my video review please see my YouTube channel link here Please Note: I am an Amazon Associate meaning links to Amazon are affiliate links, for more info about this please see here What a year it has been I think we can agree that the most talked about HiFi product of 2023 has been the Eversolo A6 and its also naturally been the most hyped product of 2023. The situation around the A6 definitely made me sceptical, [...]
