Reviews

A STELLAR REVIEW OF DAN D’AGOSTINO’S RELENTLESS 800 MONO AMP FROM HI-FI NEWS: “‘Speechless’ is not a term often applied to me, but after hearing Bonham’s drumming at realistic levels, some 3m from the speakers, I was searching for superlatives. For sheer force and authority… I am at a loss to justify needing more juice. Suffice […]

The Gryphon Audio Designs Diablo 333 integrated amplifier is a strikingly powerful and aesthetically captivating piece of audio engineering. Combining brute strength with industrial elegance, it boasts a colossal build and remarkable design features. With a redesigned exterior and upgraded internals, it offers a significant improvement over its predecessor, the Diablo 300. Featuring a wide

Tim Hunderborn from Hifi.de (Germany) reviews the Progression Integrated Amplifier giving it a 9.6 overall score. “A subtle, quiet speaker and a powerful sound machine in one: the Dan D’Agostino Progression Integrated can do both and transform music into a real treat. The sophisticated operation and impressive exterior also match the high-end standard.“ “And with

In the most 348th issue of The Absolute Sound, Neil Gader focused his attention on the QBASE Mark III. Throughout his listening sessions, he found the sonic results of the QBASE to be “immediate and consistent” when it comes to its revealing and resolving nature and was especially impressed by the timbral details and low-level information

David Price samples this intriguing new purpose-designed network music player and comes away highly impressed… ‘For me, the new Aries S1 is one of Auralic’s best-ever products – and that’s really saying something. It unlocks a world of seriously high-quality streaming at a relatively affordable price and does so with the élan you would expect

QNET NETWORK SWITCH The QNET is a layer-2, five-port Ethernet switch that has been specifically designed with audio performance in mind. Mark Gusew from Stereonet has reviewed the QNet Network Swith from Nordost. QNET delivers tangible benefits, making it a valuable addition to high-end digital audio setups. Mark writes “There’s nothing ‘snake oil’ about this–

Edgar Kramer from Soundstage Australia first experience with Estelon’s AURA speakers begins with their memorable encounter at High End Munich 2023, where the speakers impressed with their enveloping soundfield and striking design. The AURA speakers boast a distinct design with a curved front baffle housing top-notch Scan-Speak tweeters and SB Acoustics mid-bass drivers, complemented by

The Auralic Vega G2.2 DAC offers top-tier performance with its robust chassis and versatile inputs. It functions as both a DAC and preamp, accommodating multiple digital and analog sources. Its standout feature, “direct data recording,” ensures pristine sound output by minimizing distortion. Utilizing discrete ladder and delta-sigma technologies, it delivers engaging dynamics and precise imaging,

The Gold Note DS-1000 EVO Streaming Digital-to-Analogue Converter (DAC) impresses with its advanced streaming features, elegant design, and impeccable sound quality. Supporting various audio formats and connectivity options, it seamlessly integrates into modern setups. Constructed with high-quality materials, it offers durability and aesthetic appeal. Its precise sound reproduction captures intricate musical details, delivering a rich