Q Acoustics doesn’t have as many speaker models as some bigger brands, but their products have still won major awards. The Concept 20 speakers are a special case; they don’t belong to any regular series, which shows how unique they are. They even come with specially designed stands to match. The Concept 20 takes some…
Whether you’re just stepping into the world of vinyl, setting up a second system in your hobby space, or outfitting a weekend retreat, the Rega System One offers an affordable, all-in-one solution for vinyl lovers. It includes a turntable, amplifier, and speakers, all designed to work together seamlessly. But does this all-Rega combo unlock any…
ELAC Concentro S 503: High-end shelf units are strange beasts that combine size-related compromises with top-end technology Usually, there are no big queues at the doorstep of the High End. Although it seems everything is simple: you take the best that is at hand, you collect it in one case. Further, a little more complicated…
Bose Soundbar 300: Bose is taking its SoundTouch series to a new level: With their new soundbar, which can be supplemented by a subwoofer, the Americans want to further reduce the distance to Sonos. Because a home cinema solution was still missing in the SoundTouch program. This gap is now filled by the Bose SoundTouch 300, whose…
All the equipment that Revox now produces (of course, except for the renovation of its classic reel-to-reel tape recorders) is rather digital and digitally oriented, most of all focused on building its ecosystem and multiroom type systems. There are also devices characterized as “all-in-one”, there is an audio server, and there are wired and wireless…
iFi NEO Stream sound signature: The iFi brand is quite hard to miss in the hi-fi market. Firstly, the unusual and recognizable design of their desktop and portable components attracts attention. Secondly, the fact that the English brand does not produce anything larger than a desktop Hi-Fi is also quite surprising. After all, the compact…
The junior model of the amplifier from the Chinese Hi-Fi brand, as conceived by its creators, should attract novice tube adepts with a classic approach to construction, design, and, most importantly, sound.The Cayin brand belongs to the Chinese company with the long name Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co., Ltd – it was founded in 1993….
What are tube amplifiers most often used for? Of course, to get that same warm tube sound – comfortable, pleasant, cozy, a little leisurely, devoid of fuss. In a word – for the sake of a specific atmosphere. When people ask me which lamp to buy to get this effect, I often recommend low-…
The KEF Q950 is the flagship model of KEF’s Q Series, offering a combination of premium design, advanced engineering, and exceptional sound quality. As a floor-standing speaker, the Q950 is designed to deliver a full-range audio experience, making it suitable for both stereo music listening and home theater setups. In my KEF Q950 review, I will explore the KEF…
ELAC Varro RS500: Technology moves fast these days, spreading even faster. Once one audio company started using computer modeling and laser measurement systems, almost everyone stopped making speakers the old-fashioned way. New features in components seem to pop up at the same time, and the same goes for new codecs, interfaces, streaming services, and other…