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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

The French hi-fi house Triangle  is back with a bang, teasing its next-generation Capella 2 streaming active loudspeakers  — a system that promises audiophile-grade sound , wireless simplicity , and a stylish design that leaves cable clutter firmly in the past. With the original Capella earning praise for its blend of clarity, convenience, and craftsmanship , the Capella 2  looks set to refine the formula with upgraded tech, better connectivity, and a more elegant presentatio

Audio-Technica  has just unveiled its most ambitious pair of open-back headphones  to date — the ATH-ADX7000  — a no-compromise flagship that blends radical new driver technology , ultra-lightweight construction , and exquisite Japanese craftsmanship . With a price tag hovering around £3,000 / €3,499 / $3,499 , these headphones are clearly aimed at the most serious audiophiles  chasing ultimate transparency and musicality . Reinventing the Driver: The New HXDT Technology At t

The Dutch & Dutch 6c  isn’t just a smaller sibling of the revered 8c  — it’s a bold statement in how modern active speakers  can adapt to any room and deliver studio-grade precision  in a compact, stylish form. With integrated amplification, streaming, and DSP  inside, the 6c aims to make traditional passive setups feel outdated. From 8 Inches to 6 — A Scaled-Down Powerhouse Dutch & Dutch’s latest creation trims down the 8c’s 8-inch midrange to a 6-inch driver , backed by a

A refined marriage of form, function, and fidelity — the Apex lineup marks a new era for the celebrated French manufacturer. A French Audio Legacy Reaches Its Peak As it celebrates three decades in high-end audio , Advance Paris  is unveiling a new flagship series designed to redefine what “affordable luxury” in hi-fi can mean. Enter the Apex range  — a striking collection of amplifiers and a CD player that combines timeless design, hybrid technology , and exceptional sound e

The AT33x Series  represents a major evolution of Audio-Technica’s classic AT33  range. Each cartridge in this five-strong lineup has been painstakingly hand-built in Japan , with meticulous attention to resonance control, tonal balance, and stereo clarity . The models feature dual moving coil structures , with independent left and right coils for stereo units, ensuring outstanding channel separation  and a sound that Audio-Technica describes as “dynamic yet delicate and refi

Three reimagined icons celebrate B&O’s legacy of timeless design, craftsmanship, and sonic excellence. A Century of Sound, Style, and Innovation Few brands in the audio world embody luxury, design, and technical mastery  like Bang & Olufsen . And as the Danish icon turns 100 years old , it’s celebrating not with nostalgia, but with a statement of enduring excellence . Introducing the Bang & Olufsen Centennial Collection  — a special-edition trio  of beloved products that pay

How KEF’s newest active bookshelf speakers blend audiophile precision with modern wireless convenience. A Legendary Name Returns — Reborn for 2025 KEF has officially resurrected one of its most iconic product lines — the Coda  — and given it a full-blown 21st-century transformation . The all-new KEF Coda W  active bookshelf speakers don’t just revisit nostalgia; they reinvent it . With aptX Lossless Bluetooth , HDMI ARC , USB-C connectivity , and a built-in phono stage , this

Luxury Meets Listening Precision Sennheiser  has once again set its sights on audiophiles and purists , unveiling the HDB 630  — a $999  statement piece that blends hi-res audio fidelity  with premium noise cancellation  and studio-grade control . In an age where great sound is becoming more accessible , Sennheiser reminds the world that there’s still room — and a market — for true high-end craftsmanship . A New Chapter in the Momentum Legacy Built upon the design DNA of the

A Throwback with a Twist Shanling , the renowned Chinese Hi-Fi manufacturer , has introduced a new take on the portable CD player — the Shanling EC Zero AKM . Billed as a “budget”  version of the brand’s $589 EC Zero T , this sleek device brings premium audio quality  to a lower price point, retailing at $319  — roughly 45% less  than its high-end sibling. Despite its price cut, this player is no gimmick . It fuses retro design cues  with modern digital engineering , making i

A $1,299 powerhouse combining discrete 1-bit design, breathtaking power, and surgical control. A New Era of Discrete 1-Bit Engineering The TOPPING DX9 Discrete  marks a bold new chapter for the Chinese audio specialist, representing a ground-up redesign  of its flagship DAC and headphone amplifier. With over 16 discrete PSRM 1-bit elements per channel , this architecture completely bypasses traditional DAC chips — unlocking unprecedented clarity, tonal balance, and micro-deta