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Sometimes the best tech isn’t the loudest. It’s the kind that makes you stop for a second and actually look at it before you press play. That’s exactly what designers Yong Cao and Jianfeng Lv  have achieved with the Tresound Mini  — a desktop Bluetooth speaker that refuses to blend into the usual sea of anonymous black boxes. At first glance, the Tresound Mini feels more like something you’d expect to find in a modern art gallery than on an office desk. Its cone-shaped, archi

Three new AV receivers, a flagship processor/power combo, and a wall-mountable add-on amp — Arcam’s Radia AV range is all about cinematic muscle without sacrificing audiophile DNA. After months of teasing its Radia stereo gear, Arcam has finally done what home cinema fans have been waiting for: it’s gone big on AV again. The new Radia AV line  brings three full-fat AV receivers , a separates-based flagship system , and even a compact expansion amp — all designed to put Arcam

The new Sonos Amp Multi is built to be hidden inside your walls, run entirely from software, and power your whole home — assuming the app finally behaves. Sonos has spent the last year unusually quiet. No flashy soundbars, no headline-grabbing speakers — just a slow, careful effort to repair the damage caused by its much-criticised app overhaul. Now, it’s back with something radically different. Meet the Sonos Amp Multi : a multi-zone, installer-grade amplifier designed to be

Limited to 800 pairs worldwide, the L100 Classic 80 blends 1970s studio DNA with modern driver tech, premium finishes, and serious collector appeal. Some speakers refuse to fade into history. The JBL L100  is one of them. First launched in the early 1970s, the L100 became one of the most recognizable loudspeakers ever made — big, bold, unapologetically American, and responsible for defining what “fun hi-fi” sounded like for an entire generation. Now, to celebrate its 80th ann

Made in England, limited to just 100 units worldwide, and priced like a piece of furniture art – the R810 MiE is Ruark’s most exclusive creation yet. In an era dominated by black boxes, wireless earbuds and invisible streaming, Ruark Audio has chosen a radically different way to celebrate its 40th birthday: by doubling down on craft, furniture-grade design and old-school luxury . The result is the Ruark Audio R810 MiE  — a special, anniversary edition of its flagship all-in-o

Eversolo enters the passive speaker world with the SE100 – square bookshelf speakers designed to slide straight into Ikea’s iconic Kallax system. Eversolo is best known for its sleek, touchscreen-heavy streaming DACs and amplifiers, but the brand is now stepping into more traditional hi-fi territory. Its latest product, the Eversolo SE100 , marks the company’s first-ever passive bookshelf speakers — and they come with a twist that’s as much about interior design as it is abou

BluOS brains, British engineering, and a promise of “breathtaking musicality” – Roksan’s new flagship separates aim straight at the modern audiophile sweet spot. Roksan is turning up the heat in the high-end amplifier market with the launch of two new reference components: the Caspian 4G Streaming Pre-Amplifier  and the Caspian 4G Power Amplifier . Together, they complete the top tier of the brand’s latest Caspian Series 4G lineup and signal Roksan’s clearest statement yet in

Seven new speakers, trickle-down tech from DALI’s flagships, and the quiet retirement of the beloved Oberon range A Bold New Chapter for DALI — and the End of an Era DALI is on a roll. Fresh off the launch of its ultra-affordable, five-star Kupid  bookshelf speakers, the Danish loudspeaker specialist has unveiled something far more consequential: the Sonik series , a brand-new, budget-focused speaker lineup that quietly replaces the much-loved Oberon range . For many audiophi

Three active standmount loudspeakers. Built-in streaming. Serious power. Cambridge’s boldest move yet lands in 2026. A Surprise Move from a Very Familiar Name Cambridge Audio has started 2026 with an unexpected pivot—one that could reshape how many listeners build their hi-fi systems. Known primarily for amplifiers, DACs and streamers, the British brand has now stepped decisively into active loudspeakers  with the launch of its new L/R Series . The lineup consists of three mo

Launched at CES 2026, the new Muse Y-50 and Y-40 mark a bold new chapter for Onkyo, capped by a stunning limited-edition anniversary flagship. Eight Decades In, Onkyo Starts a New Era Onkyo is entering 2026 with confidence—and ambition. As the legendary Japanese audio brand celebrates its 80th anniversary , it has unveiled an entirely new product line at CES that signals not just a celebration of the past, but a clear vision for the future. Meet the Onkyo Muse series : a pair

Inspired by a £10,000 flagship, engineered with nuvistor tubes, and built to be “a phono stage without limitation.” A New Heavyweight Joins the Nu-Vista Line Musical Fidelity has expanded its reference-grade Nu-Vista range with the launch of the Nu-Vista Vinyl S , a high-end phono stage priced at £5499 . Positioned as the more accessible counterpart to the £9999 Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 , it brings the same nuvistor tube DNA into a smaller, more streamlined chassis—without diluting t

A true DSD transport, a 212-resistor R2R ladder, a tube stage, and engineering heft rarely seen in the streaming era. SACD in 2025: A Format That Refuses to Die If you told someone in 2005 that SACD would still be alive two decades later, they’d have laughed. And yet, here we are: audiophiles buying premium SACD transports , labels reissuing DSD masters, and companies like Shanling treating the format with fresh reverence. The new Shanling SCD3.3 ($3,990)  is the latest proof

Chord’s Mojo 2 Levels Up: New 4.4mm Output & USB-C Charging Arrive — Signature Sound Remains Untouched A Small Upgrade With Big Practical Gains Chord Electronics has quietly refreshed its hugely popular Mojo 2  DAC/amp, adding two long-requested features: A 4.4mm balanced headphone output USB-C charging Despite these changes, the company is keeping the same name and the same price: £395 / $650 / AU$799 . This is not a “Mojo 3” — it’s the Mojo 2 refined for 2025. Why These Cha

Florence moves from Renaissance art to high-end digital audio with a bold, dual-DAC statement piece. From Michelangelo to Music Streaming Florence has given the world Renaissance masters , Michelangelo’s David , and even the piano . Now, the Tuscan capital is exporting something far more digital: Volumio  — the boutique software company behind VolumioOS , beloved since 2013 by Raspberry Pi tinkerers and serious audiophiles alike. Its newest creation, the Volumio Primo Plus ,

After years of anticipation, Rega unleashes its most advanced amplification system ever. A Long-Awaited Launch Becomes Reality After months of teasers, national showcases, and an early preview at the Bristol Hi-Fi Show 2025 , Rega  has officially released its all-new reference pairing: the Mercury pre-amplifier  and Solis power amplifier . Retailing at £13,900 for the pair , the Mercury & Solis duo represents the culmination of nearly 40 years of Rega’s electronics engineerin

You’ve probably noticed how Eversolo has been showing up more and more in audiophile circles lately. They’re one of those newer hi-fi brands from China that’s really pushing into the premium space — not just with affordable gear, but with design and performance  that can sit beside the bigger names. Their latest release, the Eversolo DAC-Z10 , takes that ambition even further. It’s not just a DAC — it’s a fully-fledged DAC, headphone amp, and balanced preamplifier  all in one

A decade later, Meze reinvents its most beloved wired headphones for the next generation of audiophiles. A Decade in the Making Ten years after their debut, Meze Audio  is bringing back its most recognizable creation — the 99 Classics  — in a refined second-generation form.Originally launched in 2015 , the first 99 Classics became an instant favorite among audiophiles, admired for their beautiful craftsmanship and warm, organic sound . Now, in 2025 , Meze aims to elevate that

A limited pre-order gives audiophiles the chance to grab up to €550 off this ultra-versatile, DSP-driven marvel — but only 75 pairs per color are available. A Limited Launch for the Ambitious Listener Danish manufacturer Buchardt Audio  has kicked off a limited pre-order campaign  for its newest creation, the A200 smart active speaker  — a compact yet astonishingly powerful design that promises to redefine versatility and precision in modern hi-fi . Priced at €2,500 per pair

The French audio icon joins forces with Naim to create a 660-watt all-in-one system that’s equal parts style, power, and cinematic ambition. When Volcanoes Meet Hi-Fi Focal has just unveiled a system that might well shake the foundations of the all-in-one audio market  — quite literally. The new Focal Mu-so Hekla , named after one of Iceland’s most active volcanoes, fuses the sonic precision of Focal with the engineering mastery of its sister company, Naim Audio , in a collab

Two new wireless speakers are here to shake up Sonos’ dominance — and they’re coming in hot with premium sound, sleek design, and serious tech. A Big Day for Small Hi-Fi: WiiM Sound and Bluesound Pulse Flex Are Here If you’ve ever dreamed of building a high-fidelity multi-room system without breaking the bank or cluttering your home with bulky gear, today’s your day. Two major players — WiiM and Bluesound — have just launched next-generation smart speakers  that are gunning s