Hi-Fi - Audio Appraisal

Cambridge Audio 851N Streamer Review

One of the most feature-packed streamers on the market today, with an uncoloured, neutral sound.

Cambridge Audio SR10 Stereo Receiver Review

A true nod to the good old days of analogue, though thoroughly modern in both style and function. Everything a stereo receiver should be, with no unnecessary digital bells and whistles to complicate and clutter the design.

Audio-Technica AT150SA Review

If you’ve been holding out, waiting to see whether the 150SA attains the awards and commendations of its predecessor, look no further. If you’re desperately searching the market in an attempt to uncover an AT150MLX, I’d suggest you simply opt for the AT150SA instead. The AT150SA may just be one of, if not the best moving magnet cartridges on the market. Highly recommended.

Acoustic Energy Aego3 Review

Despite their minor deficiencies, the Aego3s will delight anyone serious about their audio.

Yamaha NS-BP401 Review

A beautifully crafted pair of speakers with a neutral but likeable sonic character.

Yamaha A-U670 Review

It may look like an integrated amplifier in its simplest form, but Yamaha’s A-U670 packs not only a highly efficient class D amplifier but also DSD-capable DAC into its compact casework.

Yamaha MusicCast WX-030 Review

The Yamaha WX-030 is a desktop speaker incorporating advanced streaming capabilities and compatible with the Yamaha MusicCast multi-room audio system.

Yamaha MusicCast CD-NT670D Review

Part of the MCR-N870 mini hi-fi system, the yamaha MusicCast CD-NT670D is a CD player, streamer and tuner combined which is capable of connecting to yamaha’s MusicCast multi-room audio system.

Vinyl Passion Dust Buster Stylus Cleaner Review

A cost-effective and safe solution to keeping your turntable stylus in optimal condition.

Rega Saturn-R Review

If you’re after an analogue sounding CD player / DAC and its eccentricities and build quality foibles don’t phase you, the Saturn is a fine CD player and worth an audition.

Arcam rHead Headphone Amplifier Review

Arcam’s rHead is a true linear class A headphone amplifier with an impressive specification, boasting a hefty power output able to drive the most demanding headphones with ease and incorporating some of the clever technology found inside the flagship A49 integrated amplifier.

Arcam irDAC-II Review

Continuing on from the success of the previous irDAC, Arcam’s new irDAC-II is a high-resolution DAC and headphone amplifier and bluetooth streamer housed within a slim and stylish chassis. Yet again Arcam impress with a product that represents superb value for money, incorporating the very best technology and offering up a top notch musical performance.

Pro-Ject VT-E Vertical Turntable Review

Pro-Ject’s VT-E is the latest vertical turntable on the market and the latest addition to the Austrian firm’s extensive turntable line. Not only is it just plain cool to look at and display, not to mention a great conversation piece, it remains a functional turntable that holds up well against the competition, sounding as good as anything else at this price.

Retro Review: Realistic LAB-2100 Turntable

The LAB-2100 is a well engineered turntable with few gimmicks and a carefully considered compliment of features. Sound wise however it doesn’t match its closest competitors, falling short of the later offerings from the likes of Technics and paling in comparison to the models from their heyday. That said it’s still a fine piece of engineering, an interesting conversation piece, and it’s ideal for those who prefer convenience over sound quality.

Cambridge Audio CP2 Review

Another top class product from Cambridge Audio, the CP2 phono stage is up there with the best in its class and beyond.

Phono Stages Explained

Buying a record player is not always as easy as acquiring the most expensive turntable you can afford and plugging it into an amp and speakers. In this article I will guide the prospective purchaser through the minefield of phono stages, since upgrading the phono stage can provide one of the most dramatic improvements to sound quality.

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