The Diamond series by British brand Wharfedale was first launched in 1981. At the time, these speakers represented a significant breakthrough. They incorporated the latest technology and materials into a very compact design, all at a reasonable price. These early Diamond models were instrumental in making high-quality Hi-Fi sound more affordable and practical, as they…
ELAC has a smart way of organizing its speaker lines; the older the model, the more high-end and packed with cool tech it is. The Vela series sits just below their top-tier line, and even the smaller bookshelf speakers in this range show off that same philosophy. These speakers look nice, stylish, but not over-the-top….
The updated Reference Premier series from Klipsch made a positive impression on me: both the design has become neater and the sound is richer. First of all, I got acquainted with the largest and most powerful floorstanders, RP-8000F II, which made an impression with their impressive appearance and vocal abilities. But what if you choose…
Q Acoustics doesn’t have as many speaker models as some bigger brands, but their products have still won major awards. The Q Acoustics 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. Design and Build…
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…
The Bose Soundbar 300, also known as the SoundTouch 300, has been a popular choice for home audio enthusiasts for years. But in 2025, with so many new soundbars available on the market, is it still a worthy investment and fulfill your needs? In my Bose Soundbar 300 review, I’ll share my thoughts on the…
I thought I had a good ear for detail. I’ve tested hundreds of hi-fi speakers over the years, but it’s rare for a speaker to completely change my perspective. The KEF Q950 floorstanding speakers did just that. After a week of listening, I found myself hearing details in my favorite audio recordings that I truly…
Pylon Audio Jade 20 Speaker: Retro comes in different forms. With one you want to live even longer than you have already lived, with the other you want to part with as quickly as possible and get yourself an older, better retro. A newer one is also possible – the main thing is that it…
Companies can follow different strategies when expanding their product range. You can completely relaunch all the lines; you can release flagships over and over again that become faster, higher and stronger than the previous ones, or you can, already having a top model and something simpler, fill the gaps between them. At Penaudio, the flagship…
The days when high-quality sound enthusiasts could be truly surprised by retro acoustics are long gone. Today, nearly every brand with a legacy dating back to the last century is reviving classic models with varying degrees of authenticity and it must be said that they are doing an impressive job. As a result, many brands…
