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beyerdynamic Announces DT 1770 Pro & DT 1990 Pro MKII

Nov 17, 2024 | stereonet.com | Cheryl Tan

The new closed-back DT 1770 Pro MKII is said to have a more lively profile with deeper bass while still offering transparent mids and detailed highs. Kevin Nietsch, Product Manager at beyerdynamic, told StereoNET:“It is particularly important both in the vocal cabin and when recording instruments that the artist feels comfortable. This often intangible aspect can turn a good track into an excellent one.
Musical Fidelity Spins a New Standard with the M8x Vinyl

Nov 14, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

The company says that the M8x Vinyl builds upon the highly regarded M6x Vinyl and offers enhanced phono preamplifier performance and a host of improvements aimed at delivering a superior listening experience. At the heart of the new M8x Vinyl is a fully balanced and discrete design. While the M6x Vinyl already boasted a discrete architecture, the M8x Vinyl ups the ante with separate amplifier stages for the + and - signals in each channel.
Leica Doubles Down on Home Cinema Visuals with Cine Play 1

Nov 6, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

The Cine Play 1 joins the Cine 1 Cinema TV (reviewed here), making it the brand's second home cinema product release in Australia. Leica's choice of the "Play 1" name is an intriguing nod, sharing part of its title with Sonos's popular speaker, which may resonate with a broader audience. The Cine Play 1 continues Leica's tradition of delivering exceptional image quality, packing 4K projection capabilities into a portable and stylish form.
Eversolo Introduces Flagship DMP-A10 Powerhouse

Oct 29, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

Posted on 30th October, 2024Eversolo is unarguably one of the fastest-growing brands and hot products of 2024. Its latest release and highly anticipated new flagship product will likely continue this trend. Eversolo says it "aimed for unparalleled sound reproduction" with the DMP-A10, which boasts music streamer, DAC, and Preamp functionality.
Musical Fidelity Announces M6xTT Turntable

Oct 27, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

The company's newly announced M6xTT builds on this success, taking the design to a wider audience and following on from its bigger M8xTT brother. A belt drive design, it sports electronic speed control and switchable 33.33 and 45RPM. The 6.6kg, 39mm thick aluminium platter provides a ‘flywheel’ effect to damp down speed instability; this is topped by leather mat that reduces record disc resonance. The large acrylic base further impedes vibrations, and is decoupled from the surface it sits on.
Audacity Brings Revo Audio to Australian Market

Oct 23, 2024 | stereonet.com | Cheryl Tan

Known for its gorgeous designs, one of the first products to be brought into Australia will be the brand's flagship SuperConnect Stereo digital radio. The SuperConnect Stereo is able to tune into over 36,000 radio stations worldwide via DAB, DAB+, FM and Wi-Fi internet radio, and it is also capable of wireless music playback from computers, music servers, Bluetooth playback and via music streaming platforms like Spotify or Amazon Music.
Audio-Technica Announces ATH-ADX3000 Open-Back Headphones

Oct 23, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

The Japanese company says its ATH-ADX3000 Open-Air Dynamic Headphones are "designed to deliver true high-end experience, featuring unparalleled sound quality and comfort". Audio-Technica says that the open-back design allows unrestricted airflow, producing incredibly pure audio quality with lifelike sound staging and imaging. They are hand-crafted with precision in Audio-Technica's factory in Machida, Japan, using little to no dampening material or acoustic aides.
From Finland to Australia, Amphion Loudspeakers Finds New Home

Oct 22, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

Posted on 23rd October, 2024You may not yet have had the luxury of listening to a pair of Amphion Loudspeakers, but that's about to change with the appointment of a new distributor for the Australian market. Amphion Loudspeakers from Finland was established in 1998. While highly regarded in pro audio and recording studios worldwide, locally, they are undeservedly lesser known for their highly competent range of hi-fi loudspeakers.
Skyanalog Phono Cartridges Now Available in Australia

Oct 22, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

Skyanalog was founded by Jack Leung, who spent his youth in rural China, balancing his day between farm work and his passion for electronics. During the 1980s, electronic components were scarce, so young Jack began scavenging resistors, transistors, and other parts from discarded electronics. Despite the demands of farm work during the day, Jack would wake up at 4 a.m. to pursue his “DIY adventures,” dedicating every spare moment to his handcrafted electronic projects.
Iconic Return of Revox B77 Reel to Reel Tape Recorder

Oct 22, 2024 | stereonet.com | Marc Rushton

Famous and awarded for its outstanding sound reproduction and high-quality, sustainable construction, it sets the standard for analog audiophile excellence. The Revox development team has taken the iconic B77 MK III Stereo Tape Recorder and elevated it with significant new features, making it a must-have for audiophiles. All electronics have been optimised with the components and simulation options available today.