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18Oct

Topping B100 Amplifier ASR Review

This is a review and detailed measurements of the Topping B100 "monoblock" amplifier. It was sent to me by the company. I was surprised by the desktop/low profile of the amplifier. I expected something a lot taller/chunkier especially since this is a class B amplifier and not class D. Power supply is of course external: Nice to see balanced input, three gain settings and trigger input. The front panel power button is touch sensitive. You have to learn to just touch and remove...

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17Oct

WiiM Ultra Streamer Preamp ASR Review

This is a review and detailed measurements of the WiiM Ultra network streamer, DAC, phono stage and preamplifier. Physical attribute are modern and attractive enough. Alas, I can't say the same thing about the graphical interface. Icons seem dated to me. They are also superfluous to what is in the App other than "now playing" screen. On that front, I am yet again disappointed by lack of volume control display even though there is plenty of room there: Why emphasize bit rate...

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03Oct

LUDIC ISMO Record Washer weer op voorraad!

We have them in stock! we hebben ze weer, de Ludic Ismo! veel verkocht en veel tevreden klanten, ziet er mooi uit, goed afgewerkt, en geen verschrikkelijke herrie bij het afzuigen van uw vinyl. we hebben er wel wat ingeslagen, maar ook buiten  Nederland verkopen ze we ze veel! https://youtu.be/ClecviC7iiE https://www.hifistudio79.nl/product/ludic-ismo-platenwasser-elektrisch/ https://www.hifistudio79.nl/product/ludic-ismo-platenwasser-elektrisch-zwart/

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20Sep

Adcom GFA-565 SE to a happy customer.

2 x Adcom gfa-565se on their way to a happy customer, they are used as 2x monoblock with a great control and power. still real old school amplifiers for a great price, and also to be picked up many years after purchase. we deliver exclusively Adcom for sharp prices, are you looking for a great amplifier? take a look at Adcom.

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04Sep

New! Schiit Saga 2 pre / headphone amp

A New Saga Redefines Value for Affordable Preamps August 14, 2024, Corpus Christi, TX. Today, Schiit Audio announced the availability of Saga 2, an all-new, differential, fully discrete, zero feedback, Class A, high-rail-voltage, remote control, relay-potentiometer preamp with headphone output . “The description sounds pretty much like what you’d expect in a high-end preamp,” said Jason Stoddard, Schiit’s co-founder and head of analog design. “Until you realize it's missing a zero or two off the price tag." Saga 2 extends the features...

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04Sep

New Topping D90 III Discrete 1 Bit

D90 III Discrete, like D90 III SABRE, is an iterative model of the previous flagship D90SE. D90 III Discrete is a 1-bit DAC composed of discrete components. It adopts the new self-developed PSRM Module, and the both channels are equipped with 16-elements PSRM modules. While discrete components bring more different sounds, the unique PSRM module can achieve better performance than DAC chips, THD+N<0.00006%, SNR131dB, DNR130dB. Like the previous D90, the D90 III Discrete has USB, Optical, Coaxial, AES, IIS, Bluetooth 5.1 input, RCA+balanced XLR...

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30Aug

TOPPING Unveils B100 Mono-Pure Amplifier

TOPPING, a leading name in the audiophile community, has once again raised the bar with its latest release, the B100 Mono-Pure Amplifier. Known for their high-quality desktop offerings, TOPPING has garnered a reputation for delivering exceptional sound at competitive prices. The B100 amplifier is the newest addition to their acclaimed lineup, offering a perfect blend of affordability and top-tier performance for home audio systems. The B100 amplifier is set to be a game-changer, following in the footsteps of TOPPING’s popular PA...

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27Aug

TOPPING D90 III Sabre DAC Review

This is a review and detailed measurements of the TOPPING D90 III Sabre balanced stereo DAC. It was sent to me by the company . As you can see, the design is what we have know about most of the Topping products. I do wish at this price that we had a high resolution display that showed VU meters and such. Usability would be better that way although the included remote is easy to use. Back panel is as you would...

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11Jul

UNLEASH KRAKEN! Schiit 5 channel amp

UNLEASH KRAKEN! Musical Quality, Surround Versatility in a 5-Channel Amplifier Today, Schiit Audio announced its first 5-channel amplifier, Kraken. Designed to audiophile standards, Kraken delivers musical quality with surround capability. Driving up to 5 x 30W per channel, Kraken is ideal for both musical and home theater surround systems. Kraken is an ideal pairing with Syn, Schiit's standards-free surround processor. Kraken is available now at schiit.com from $999. “We figured some people are ready for a home theater amp that isn't just a...

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