Reviews

Auralic Altair G2.2 Audio Streamer Auralic’s Lightning DS app for iOS is the smoothest and most flexible interface. Developed alongside the Lightning OS, now in its tenth generation at the heart of the Altair, it not only does all the setup work for you, but also provides a slick interface for day-to-day use, and lots of features to

“…Giving it an A+ only begins to indicate the gifts it can bestow.” We are thrilled with Jason’s experience with the Relentless Preamplifier. Designed as a bold challenge to the preamplifier category, his review confirms the exceptional work and effort invested in this unit. Please see some of the highlights below and read the fill review here – Review Link

The Silent Angel Munich MU streamer is a high-performance device aimed at surpassing entry-level models. It features a double-layer aluminum chassis for enhanced structural integrity and EMI suppression, and includes a six-core processor and femtosecond TCXO clock to minimize network latency and jitter. The built-in DAC, an ESS Sabre model, supports high-resolution audio and offers

The IΩN DAC with optional Analog Pre-Amplifier, the ideal source for most High End systems! Alan Sircom from Hi-Fi Plus Magazine reviews Ideon Audio’s ION DAC. Unless you are playing at the absolute (pun intended) pinnacle of audio performance, the ION is more than good enough. That bass is so intrinsically ‘right’ that it single-handedly

Jason Kennedy writes Auralic are to be congratulated on what they have achieved with the Vega S1, it has been a long time since I heard a Vega G1 but can say with some confidence that this new Vega is in a different league. Not only does it have virtually all the features found in

Kalman Rubinson from Stereophile says Estelon Aura’s sleek design, featuring a white body with a tapering black grille, caught their eye, contrasting elegance with simplicity. He was won over by the AURA’s aesthetic appeal and favorable professional assessments, outweighing reservations about technical information. Read the complete review https://www.stereophile.com/content/estelon-aura-loudspeaker

Craig Joyce from Stereonet reviews the Estelon XB MK II floorstanding loudspeakers The Estelon XB Mk II loudspeaker is renowned for its provocative, sculptural design that diverges from traditional norms. Its sleek, curved form, resembling modern art more than a sound source, makes it a standout in hi-fi and interior design circles. Functionally, the speaker

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