With the DS 003, DS Audio delivers its third generation technology in a system one-tenth the price of its flagship Grand Master. “A master stroke,” writes Ken Kessler, in reviews for both Hi-Fi News and Hi-Fi Choice. Continue reading “Trickle-down technology at its finest”: Ken Kessler is “smitten” by DS Audio’s DS 003 pick-up
Exposure’s 2510 integrated is A British Audiophile’s Best Amplifier of 2021
With more than 41k subscribers, Tarun Sharma’s ‘A British Audiophile’ is one of YouTube’s fastest growing hi-fi review channels.
Sharma is a physics teacher by profession as well as being an avid audiophile of some 30+ years standing. In his latest video, he reflects on the products he’s reviewed over the past 12 months and selects the Best DAC, Best Amplifier and Best Speakers of 2021.
Hands down winner in the ‘Best Amplifier’ category is Exposure Electronics’ 2510 integrated which, when stacked against a roll call of worthy competitors “dials up the clarity and refinement to another level”. “I’d be amazed if you can do better at the price,” Sharma concludes.
Discover more about what makes the Exposure 2010 come out on top, as well as the winner of Best DAC and Best Speakers in A British Audiophile’s Hifi Products Of The Year 2021 below.
“Not ‘just another integrated’”: Ken Kessler has much fun with Exposure’s new 3510 amplifier
Exposure has “returned to its roots” with a full-width integrated amplifier inspired by the improved circuit design of its flagship 5010 monoblock power amps. “You want painless hi-fi? You got it” writes Ken Kessler in Hi-Fi News. Continue reading “Not ‘just another integrated’”: Ken Kessler has much fun with Exposure’s new 3510 amplifier
London’s KJ West One to host first ever UK demos of MBL’s incredible top-of-range 101 X-Treme omnidirectional loudspeaker
PRESS RELEASE: In 2020, German brand high-end audio MBL began to establish a select network of specialist retailers to bring its innovative systems to UK customers, including the unique MBL Radialstrahler loudspeaker range. Now, in 2021, London audio retailer KJ West One will host a UK exclusive: the opportunity to experience MBL’s range-topping 101 X-Treme omnidirectional loudspeaker.
New British audio brand: connected-fidelity
PRESS RELEASE: British brand connected-fidelity may be a ‘new’ name, but the company’s founder, Michael Osborn, brings a wealth of industry experience amassed over 30 years in audio design, manufacture and distribution.
Continue reading New British audio brand: connected-fidelity
“This may be the best cartridge we’ve ever heard”: DS Audio Grand Master earns its place in Hi-Fi News’ ‘Ultimate Hi-Fi’ of 2021
The Hi-Fi News Yearbook is an annual go-to guide showcasing some of the world’s finest hi-fi components. Among 2021’s “jewels of high-end audio” is DS Audio’s flagship “so supreme” Grand Master optical cartridge. Continue reading “This may be the best cartridge we’ve ever heard”: DS Audio Grand Master earns its place in Hi-Fi News’ ‘Ultimate Hi-Fi’ of 2021
MBL Radialstrahler 101E MkII loudspeaker in Hi-Fi News Yearbook of ‘Ultimate Hi-Fi’ 2021
“Welcome, audiophiles, enthusiasts, music fans and lovers of all things luxury to our annual Yearbook,” writes editor Paul Miller in the magazine’s introduction. Perhaps this year, more than ever, we’ve needed “the hardware that inspired our senses and the music that sustained our souls and sanity.” Among the selected “awe-inspiring” products is MBL’s Radialstrahler 101E MkII loudspeaker. Continue reading MBL Radialstrahler 101E MkII loudspeaker in Hi-Fi News Yearbook of ‘Ultimate Hi-Fi’ 2021
Furutech announces new top-of-range LineFlux NCF (RCA) interconnect cable
PRESS RELEASE: Japanese cable and connector specialist Furutech announces an exciting upgrade to its top-of range LineFlux (RCA) interconnect cable, which now features new CF-102 NCF RCA connectors and an enhanced cable design.
Continue reading Furutech announces new top-of-range LineFlux NCF (RCA) interconnect cable
RX Reels releases new carbon fibre ‘Studio’ high performance tape reel – at a lower price
PRESS RELEASE: RX Reels’ premium tape reels have been something of a runaway success since their launch in early 2021. So much so that customers are already asking for more. RX Reels has kindly obliged, with the new ‘Studio’ reel. It offers all of the performance of the premium reels, but with a more industrial aesthetic – and a lower price tag.
“Magnificent”: Ken Kessler is “smitten” by DS Audio’s third generation DS 003 optical cartridge
“If one is lucky enough to listen to a world-class component, there’s usually a watershed moment, one of a revelatory nature that tells you when something is truly special.” Ken Kessler recounts several such moments with the DS 003 in the latest issue of Hi-Fi News.
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