Pass Labs INT25 V Sugden Masterclass ANV50
Pass Labs INT25 V Sugden Masterclass ANV50 Article If you would like to see more, check out my video that is the basis for the article - Click this LINK I am currently reviewing the Pearl Acoustics Sibelius speakers. They are an interesting and unique design because they are a single driver speaker with no crossover. That means no filter in between the speaker and the amplifier, except maybe the cables, but ignoring cables, the Sibelius is surely a speaker which will let you hear an amplifier’s character, if it has one. As part of the [...]
Is One Speaker Driver enough? Pearl Acoustics Sibelius REVIEW
Is One Speaker Driver enough? Pearl Acoustics Sibelius REVIEW Review This is a review written by Terry Ellis August 2022. 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 The Pearl Acoustics Sibelius is a unique speaker which dares to be different. This is because it’s a traditionally sized floor standing speaker, but one that uses only a single driver. Despite the obvious technical advantages, such as it being a [...]
Dynaudio Focus 50 wireless active HiFi Speaker ft Dirac Live Review
Dynaudio Focus 50 wireless active HiFi Speaker ft Dirac Live Review Review This is a review written by Terry Ellis May 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 Background If you’re a die-hard or a long in the tooth audiophile, the whole concept of a high-end wireless HiFi speaker system might be a difficult pill to swallow. However, if you are coming from, perhaps, the Sonos world [...]
McIntosh launches NEW PS2K powered subwoofer
McIntosh launches NEW PS2K powered subwoofer News McIntosh, is excited to announce the launch of its new PS2K Powered Subwoofer. Meticulously crafted with precision and passion, the PS2K Powered Subwoofer is designed to create new depths of low frequency that delivers an unprecedented listening experience. The PS2K Powered Subwoofer is powerful. With four 13" woofers and massive magnets at the heart of the subwoofer, the system uses McIntosh’s patented Low Distortion High Performance (LD/HP®) Magnetic Circuit Design to significantly reduce distortion while increasing the driver's power handling and efficiency. Each of the four woofers is [...]
McIntosh MA9500 Integrated Amplifier REVIEW
McIntosh MA9500 Integrated Amplifier 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 If you had to name one HiFi brand which is world famous, I am sure it would be McIntosh. It is always a privilege to have a McIntosh in my system for review but just because it’s a McIntosh doesn’t automatically mean it gets a [...]
New MX180 processor for an 8K future
New MX180 processor for an 8K future News McIntosh the global leader in prestigious home entertainment and ultimate-quality audio for over 70 years, is proud to announce the MX180 A/V Processor McIntosh has launched the MX180, a future-ready 8K-capable A/V Processor with a raft of advanced customisation and processing capabilities. Fully 4K compatible and perfectly prepared for future 8K content, the MX180 supports 8K/60 Hz and 4K/120 Hz on all seven of its Ultra High Speed HDMI ports (five inputs and two outputs). Each HDMI port supports: HDCP 2.3; 4:4:4 Colour; Rec. 2020; Dynamic Lip-sync [...]
Leema Acoustics Tucana II Anniversary Integrated Amplifier Review
Leema Acoustics Tucana II Anniversary Integrated Amplifier Review Review An Anniversary Amplifier The Tucana integrated amplifier from Leema Acoustics has been around for over 10 years, this amplifier is not only the second iteration of the Tucana, its also the anniversary edition to celebrate those 10 years and its upgraded even more. I have been using the Tucana II anniversary amplifier for a few months now using it to review a variety of different speakers and I have taken my time on purpose because I wanted to properly get to know the amplifier before going [...]
McIntosh’s most powerful integrated amplifier in 70 years
McIntosh’s most powerful integrated amplifier in 70 years News McIntosh Laboratory has launched the most powerful integrated amplifier in its 70-year history, the MA12000. The new 350-watt powerhouse is a next-generation amplifier, benefitting from uncompromising engineering, expert craftsmanship and enough power to drive any loudspeaker. It also packs all the features a modern music lover could ever need. A real best of both worlds proposition, the MA12000 is a hybrid design, with a luxurious valve preamp section (powered by four 12AX7A valves, two per audio channel), combined with a high-performance 350-watt solid-state power amplifier employing McIntosh's [...]
Audio Analogue Maestro Anniversary Integrated Amplifier Review
Audio Analogue Maestro Anniversary Integrated Amplifier Review Review BIG, BEAUTIFUL, POWERFUL, SOULFUL, CHARACTERLESS - FABULOUS In December 2018 I was delivered a full system for review by a specialist UK HiFi Dealer The Audio Consultants. This consisted of German Physiks speakers, a Norma Audio CD Player, GutWire Cabling and Harmonix Resolutions Systems Isolation products. The amplifier they chose to use with this system delivered many surprises over the three week review period., the Audio Analogue Maestro Anniversary Integrated amplifier made a huge impression on me, in more than one way so lets get into the [...]
