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New review: Lyric Audio PS10 MM/MC phono stage tested by Thenewold.co

By Alfred Kainz | 29 January, 2021 | Read more

A new review has just been released on Theoldnew.co.

Darren Henley writes: "...the PS10 handles macro dynamic with a strong, confident grip while remaining open and uncompressed... Everything I played, from Melvin's 1994 release, Stoner Witch from Nielson's Symphony No.4 was presented with a large, especially deep and solid image. The PS10 strikes a very fine balance between earth and air - what I mean is while the image is large and stable, it doesn't sacrifice gravity or force. Both micro and macro dynamics are excellent..."

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New arrival: Furutech NCF Clear Line power optimizer

By Alfred Kainz | 11 October, 2020 | Read more

A new addition to Furutech's NCF range, the NCF Clear Line is an AC power optimizer that instantly improves the quality of the electrical signal supplied to your audio devices and therefore offers better sound reproduction. Very easy to use, simply plug the NCF Clear Line into a free power outlet of a power strip.

For optimum effect, it is recommended to use the NCF Clear Line on the same power line as your audio system. The result is an expanded sound stage, a beautiful balance of timbres and convincing harmonics. The low frequencies are also cleaner and the background noise level is reduced. MSRP is $249 ea.

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New award: Holbo Airbearing Turntable System receives hifi-news Award

By Alfred Kainz | 08 September, 2020 | Read more

Holbo Airbearing Turntable HiFi News Outstanding Product Award

We're glad to announce a new award Holbo's Airbearing Turntable received. After the "Highly Recommended Award" from UK's hi-finews magazine, it now received there highest honor, the "Outstanding Product Award". CLICK HERE for more information.

We're still looking for a few more dealers in the USA.

The review is now online. CLICK HERE to read the review online.

New arrival: Nasotec VEM X Record Clamp

By Alfred Kainz | 12 August, 2020 | Read more

A brand new model of Nasotec's well-loved Record Clamp arrived - the VEM X Record Clamp.

Thanks to enhancements to Nasotec's VEM, short for Vibration Extinction Mechanism, the VEM X Record Clamp effectively dampens harmful vibrations caused by airborne sound pressure and motor and makes the playback more balanced and detailed. The MSRP is $450.

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New review: Holbo Airbearing Turntable tested by UK's Hi-fi News magazine

By Alfred Kainz | 05 July, 2020 | Read more

Another award for the wonderful Holbo turntable!
HiFi News Highly Recommended Award

Ken Kessler of hi-finews wrote:
"...could this stripped-down air-bearing deck with linear-tracking arm redefine the market when it comes to sound quality and ease of use at the price? ...there is no denying that getting all this tech, and so well-executed, at this price is irresistable. It's comparable to DS Audio giving you an optical cartridge at a 10th the price of its flagship. For anyone captivated by air-bearing decks and linear-tracking arms, the Holbo Airbearing combo is a gift..."

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New arrival: Synergistic Research Foundation Power Cables

By Alfred Kainz | 19 June, 2020 | Read more

BRAND NEW - JUST ARRIVED!
Just as with the Foundation Series IC’s and SC’s these new power cables will set the bar for what is possible at an attainable price. Experience Foundation Series and experience the very best of high end cable performance that rivals what SR's competitors charge thousands of dollars for. And like all Synergistic Research products you can audition Foundation Series power cords in your home system risk-free. Available in 12ga and 10ga (High Current) version with US- or Schuko-Plug.

Global MSRP for 5ft. is $599 resp. $699 for the HC version.

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New rave review: Integrityhifi Tru-Glider Pendulum Tonearm tested by Positive Feedback

By Alfred Kainz | 16 June, 2020 | Read more

Intergrityhifi Tru-Glider Pendulum Tonearm tested by Positive Feedback

Gary Lea of Positive Feedback writes (June 2020):

"...simply put, this tonearm will change your view of what is possible in vinyl playback... I would be hard pressed to come up with another tonearm that could outperform it. When you add in the standard features like the Cardas cable, the Nasotec Swingshell Headshell, and the infinite customization the cost is a downright steal in comparison to other options out there. True innovation, coupled with exceptional build quality and top of the line components is an intoxicating siren's song for sure, and not to be missed....Go get you some!"

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Newsletter June 2020 online...

By Alfred Kainz | 30 May, 2020 | Read more

Please check out the latest issue of our June 2020 e-newsletter, which contains a contest where you can win products worth $1000, interesting articles, news, reviews, awards, sales and more!

CLICK HERE to read the June 2020 Newsletter.

New review: Aurorasound VIDA Supreme phono-amp reviewd by The StereoTimes

By Alfred Kainz | 22 May, 2020 | Read more

Key Kim of The StereoTimes concluded:

"...living with the Aurorasound VIDA Supreme phono preamplifier has been exhilarating; it's a superb phono preamplifier that can easily compete with products at twice the price. The Supreme has an uncanny ability to put me in my listening chair for hours and hours at a time. It didn't matter what genres Jazz, vocals, or classical music. All were rewarding. This is a beautiful piece of equipment, impeccably engineered, and exceptionally satisfying. The Aurorasound Vida Supreme phono preamplifier is my 'Most Wanted Component Of The Decade' award winner. Highly recommended!"

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New review: Holbo Airbearing Turntable tested by the LP Magazine

By Alfred Kainz | 15 May, 2020 | Read more

Another great review has just been published. That's review number 5 since February for this wonderful turntable.

Thomas Schmidt of LP Magazine wrote:
"...the Holbo celebrates neutrality at the highest level. The depth and strength of the bass are surprisingly authoritative for a turntable in this class. Holbo's layering of the instruments is just as solidly cemented in the room - even the finest reverberations in a room are reproduced exactly. In addition, there is a very sensitive reproduction of the very high tones and extreme naturalness of the mid-range - so even demanding classical recordings become rousing events that bring the interpreters as close to the listener as one could wish for..."
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