Vitus RI-101 Mk.II streaming integrated amplifier $20,000 Review
June 30, 2024 Comments Off on Vitus RI-101 Mk.II streaming integrated amplifier $20,000 Review
https://www.stereophile.com/content/vitus-ri-101-mkii-streaming-integrated-amplifier
The RI-101 Mk.II’s simple and elegant front includes a relatively narrow, recessed central panel with a display that indicates input and volume. Framing it on each side are larger panels, available in contrasting colors. The left panel contains input, menu, and standby buttons; the right includes two up/down volume buttons—there is no volume knob—and a third button for mute. The menu button allows you to custom name inputs, set the initial volume setting for different inputs, turn the small Vitus logo and off, adjust illumination, engage auto-standby, and more. In this sense, the RI-101 Mk.II is very au courant. Once you select a menu option, the up and down buttons adjust parameters. I made my life simple by sticking to the factory default settings.


CYRUS AUDIO TTP TURNTABLE $5,800 REVIEW
June 30, 2024 Comments Off on CYRUS AUDIO TTP TURNTABLE $5,800 REVIEW
Below the plinth are three adjustable feet, so you can ensure the turntable is level. These feet can also be removed and replaced but, considering just how heavy and inert the plinth is, I’d be surprised if you would hear any improvement with aftermarket feet.
This is a very good-looking turntable in my opinion. The machined aluminum on the top of the plinth has a warm textured pattern that catches and diffuses light. The company’s logo is featured prominently in white just below the tonearm’s cartridge position.
Power to the Cyrus Audio TTP Turntable was provided by a PSX-R PSU power brick supplied with the table, which is suitable for 90-264V operation (50/60Hz). This PSU features a low-consumption standby mode for sustainable operation. When in use, power from the PSU is routed internally to the motor drive stage to provide an even more stable, ultra-low noise power supply for the turntable motor.

SVS Ultra Evolution Titan Speaker Review
June 30, 2024 Comments Off on SVS Ultra Evolution Titan Speaker Review
Magico S3 Review
June 29, 2024 Comments Off on Magico S3 Review
https://www.hifinews.com/content/magico-s3-2023
The Espen Eriksen Trio/Andy Sheppard’s recording of ‘In The Mountains’, from the album of the same title [Rune Grammophon RCD2227] was a perfect choice for Magico’s S3 2023 to set out its stall – the immediate impression being of presence and three-dimensionality, along with fine instrumental timbres, especially in Sheppard’s sax. Similarly, Anaïs Reno’s atmospheric Live At Pizza Express, on the venue’s own PX Records label [PXRCD1008], arrived with all its ambience intact. It was a real ‘you are there’ experience, with Reno’s voice almost tangible.
The recent Lang Lang Saint-Saëns album [Deutsche Grammophon 4875019] is so deceptively easy to listen to via these speakers that it’s easy to overlook the sheer amount of information on offer, from the scale and delicacy of the soloist’s piano to the accompanying orchestra. There was a lovely light airiness to the woodwind in the ‘Aviary’ section, plus tight control of the plucked strings, while the ‘Fossils’ section proved joyous with its xylophone and exuberant finale.

Epos ES-14N Loudspeakers $4500 Review
June 28, 2024 Comments Off on Epos ES-14N Loudspeakers $4500 Review
https://www.audiophilia.com/reviews/2024/4/29/epos-es-14n-loudspeakers
Thus, a very warm recommendation from me. Most people, even ardent audiophiles can’t push to afford super speakers, so, in the real world these resolving, powerful speakers are a very good value at $4500/pair (stands incl.) No matter the genres you listen to, the Epos ES-14N can do the job efficiently and musically. Before making any buying decisions based on reviews, marketing, expectations, etc, schedule an audition with your favourite records and CDs. I think you’ll be very impressed.

Audio and ATM-Audio Review
June 28, 2024 Comments Off on Audio and ATM-Audio Review
The Garbi 60 monophonic power amplifiers deliver 60 W in pure class A, which can be associated with any of our models—versatility and control at the highest level. Associated with our monitor, they provide an impact and control that leaves no one unmoved. Undoubtedly, an ideal proposal for those who desire the most demanding reproduction from a monitor, being the scene size and simply incredible depth.

Daniel Hertz Maria $140,000 system Review
June 28, 2024 Comments Off on Daniel Hertz Maria $140,000 system Review
T+A SOLITAIRE P PLANAR HEADPHONES AND HA 200 HEADPHONE AMP $6,900 REVIEW
June 27, 2024 Comments Off on T+A SOLITAIRE P PLANAR HEADPHONES AND HA 200 HEADPHONE AMP $6,900 REVIEW
he HA 200 Amplifier is a stout component with one of the best-built cases I’ve ever seen. There isn’t a single stamping in evidence. Rather, the front panel is milled from billet aluminum. The top, bottom, and back are aluminum plates; and the sides are extruded finned heat sinks. It’s sized somewhere between a desktop amp and a rack-mounted box with decent heft at just over 14 pounds. Every button operates with a high-end feel and the volume dial has firm clicks as well.
In the front, starting on the left, are the three headphone outputs switched by buttons. Above those are analog VU meters, always a nice touch. Next is a row of discrete input selectors. Above that is a detailed display that shows the current input, bitrate, volume level, and the status of any sound enhancements that might be operating. The volume knob on the far right clicks firmly as you turn it. If you adjust the volume with the remote, it makes audible clicks.


Sonus faber Lumina II Review
June 27, 2024 Comments Off on Sonus faber Lumina II Review
https://www.hifichoice.com/content/sonus-faber-lumina-iii-0
And the longer you listen, the more sense the Lumina II makes. Where specific rivals will best it in specific areas, when you judge the Sonus faber across a really varied selection of different music, it quite literally doesn’t miss a beat. It might lack the joy that the sheer improbability of the Lumina I’s performance can deliver but, as a £1,000 all-rounder, the Lumina II is a hugely compelling speaker likely to win many converts to the Sonus faber brand

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