I had never worshipped the visual extravaganza of Gryphon. But this attitude has changed with the updated aesthetics of the brand’s electronics and speakers. In front of me, there is a beautifully made 50kg heavy industrial object, ...
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RP Audio, Ostrava, +420 737 366 831
Avid finally made the step and equipped the Accent integrated with a remote control option. Although I understand that vinyl lovers do not need to adjust the volume too often as they play the whole A side or B side, with digital and ...
The E-4000 is a successor of E-480 that we have not reviewed, and the E-480 was the successor of E-470 that we have reviewed. Interestingly, the “400” range of Class AB integrated amplifiers of Accuphase can be tracked back to 80’s ...
If one of legendary Nagra devices and an old Russian military radio transceiver had a baby, it would certainly look like this Rose. The all-new integrated amplifier had its premiere at the last year’s High End Munich show and ...
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Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
What is the Sigsum? A 31kg weighing integrated amplifier operating in Class AB, equipped with basic controls. Nothing fancy, quite old school in fact. And – oh, man – it is expensive. Should any real audiophile buy an expensive ...
The first impression - as well as all the other impressions - of this Mola Mola are those of absolute cleanliness of its sound. Mola Mola embraces the thought that once you remove everything that isn't the music, the music is what ...
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RP Audio, Ostrava, +420 737 366 831
What would you like to know about the all new Accuphase? Clean and sweet treble – ticked. Rich and colorful mids – ticked. Wide and deep soundstage – ticked. But these are not new things, rather a usual Accuphase list of traits. So, ...
As far as its function is concerned the I-280 is an old-school integrated amplifier for audiophile purists. On the rear panel it has five single-ended RCA inputs, a preamplifier output, and speaker posts. The amplifier can be ...
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RP Audio, Ostrava, +420 737 366 831
Do you miss the times when engineers were more into signal paths than creatively milled aluminum panels? The original Leak was conceived in 60’s and has become a British legend. Its resurrection is a great news for those looking for ...
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RP Audio, Ostrava, +420 737 366 831
The physical appearance of the E-800 is totally Accuphase: satin gold aluminum panel, controls cleverly hidden behind a flap, sensitive and accurate VU meters, silky operation of knobs and buttons, and legendary fanatical ...
Provided that you don’t insist on using a turntable or a CD player the Arcam SA30 can be the only component – together with loudspeakers – that you’ll need to play your music. Just grab a smartphone or a tablet and stream from it ...
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AQ s.r.o., Červenka, tel. +420 585 342 232
Do you remember all-in-one systems? I thought this type of devices already vanished years ago but behold – Emotiva takes the risk and comes with a one box solution that employs everything except a turntable.
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WDQ s.r.o., Praha, +420 241 406 375
The K-300i is the first new product from “the new” Krell, the cult audio manufacturer that almost died, then was revived, then almost died again, and now rises from the ashes under supervision of the original designer team minus Dan ...
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Hifistore, Praha, +420 244 910 416
It has been two years since I auditioned Aesthetix Audio Atlas power amplifier and Calypso preamplifier combo in a studio and I was enthralled. The sound was powerful, contoured and effortless no matter what I listened to, ...
The amplifier's chassis is simple and not different from PrimaLuna used in the past. However, unlike with many other tube amplifiers, the way the EVO 400 is built gives you a premium feel. Its finish fits well Aston Martin DB5's era ...
I reviewed the original L-507uX back in 2013 and to date it keeps being one of the best values in integrated amplifiers. The Japanese companies – unlike their Western counterparts – do not like radical changes or planned ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606 642 175
PP HiFi Otrokovice, tel. +420 603 581 305
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
The most powerful McIntosh amplifier to date with all the things, which competition offers for extra payment, already included. Featuring DAC, phono and headphone amps and 8-band equalizer, black glass fascia with oversized blue-lit ...
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Jasyko, Brno, +420 541 210 108
E.P. Audio, Dobřejovice u Prahy, +420 323 605 088
The INT-250 was “optimized for difficult speaker loads” and it works in class A up to 15W and then switches into class AB to deliver 250W of continuous power into 8ohms and 500W into 4 ohms. Continuous power. Transient peak levels ...
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KAS Audio, Praha, tel. +420 602 406 436
Though the new Luxman’s flagship in integrated amplifiers is not radically different from what we are used to see from the Japanese manufacturer, it is different enough to show new sonic horizons for the brand. Surfing on a success ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606 642 175
PP HiFi Otrokovice, tel. +420 603 581 305
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
Alike the Vincent SV-238 Mk that we reviewed few years ago the SV-700 is an amplifier beast. It weighs 25kg and its heatsinks get really hot after thirty minutes indicating that its Class A topology is not only a paper statement. And ...
It is one of those rare amplifiers that is designed and built entirely in Japan, with absolute focus on perfection. Accuphase should establish its own university to train the rest of the world in how to design ergonomic devices and ...
The new NAD’s Classic series C-368 multimedia center is claimed to be designed from scratch, which means it is not a re-iteration of any previous model. NAD focuses on a commercial user with its impressive array of analogue and ...
Maestro Anniversary looks absolutely stunning, can deliver 150W per channel, and sounds fabulous. Its heatsinks are a designer's wet dream and I could not resist to look under the hood of this integrated - the layout is neat and ...
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Mareka Audio, Horoměřice, +420 603 259 667
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
This review represents a one-to-one comparison of the new L-550AX Mark II integrated amplifier versus its predecessor, the L-550AX. Both amps were placed next to each other and hooked up to the same electronics in the same room. ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606 642 175
PP HiFi Otrokovice, tel. +420 603 581 305
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
Onkyo A-9030 is – at least by its looks – a typical Japanese amplifier with typical Japanses functionalities, similar to what Marantz, Denon, Sony or Pioneer offer. Where it goes apart from the aforementioned competitors is how it ...
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CPT Praha, Praha, tel. +420 283 842 120
Typical Swiss Nagra's precision lurks around every corner of this integrated amplifier; it looks like a laboratory instrument rather than an amp, in fact. Fortunately its sound is not lab-like. The Nagra offers natural and ...
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KAS Audio, Praha, tel. +420 602 406 436
With good amplifiers - and the T2000 is a good amplifier - I have a tendency to listen through the most period pieces in my music collection. With them, the T2000 combines its sonic comfort with springy dynamics and palpable imaging ...
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When I reviewed the Mark II's predecessor, the L-590AX, I was impressed. Then I auditioned the brand new Mark II and the original amp sounded veiled in comparison. The Luxman made a leap forward in sonic sophistication, resolution, ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606 642 175
PP HiFi Otrokovice, tel. +420 603 581 305
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
Another integrated Pathos amplifier, Logos, was reviewed by Audiodrom few years ago. I noted its sense for robust reality and the 'be there' presentation, however, I missed a bit of delicacy and tiny details. The Éthos is much more ...
The internal wiring, the layout, the casework – everything is top notch, well thought and made with attention to detail. That’s why I am a bit surprised by how ‘cheap’ the façade of the amp looks. Yes, I know it is not easy to locate ...
The Mark Levinson No.585 inherits the best of company’s trademark sound: powerful control, pitch black background and huge dynamic contrasts – all work in perfect synergy to show off all sound nuances in a very attractive style. ...
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Excelia HiFi, Chrudim, tel. +420 724 00 77 44
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
The boxes of Pro-Ject's Box Design are very compact and can be stacked like LEGO bricks: phono preamps, headphone amps, integrated amps, preamps and power amps, monoblocks, docking stations, D/A converters and USB DACs, media boxes, ...
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AQ s.r.o., Červenka, tel. +420 585 342 232
The SS-102's craftsmanship is spectacular as is its minimalistic design. The sharp-cut fascia is clean aluminium-glass look with all six push buttons recessed into it. The amp is a pretty brute-force industrial design, finned sides ...
The piano had wonderful resonating quality through the Vincent. The key strokes, the pedalwork, the vibrating strings, everything was delineated and conveyed in natural way to my ears. The closely miked bass guitar was a showpiece of ...
Even if - for any reason - you really do prefer a different audio aesthetics, you cannot but applaud to Luxman for the level of craftsmanship for which the Yokohama produced models are famous. The L-507uX´s chassis is honed up to ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606 642 175
PP HiFi Otrokovice, tel. +420 603 581 305
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
The K-05 SACD player is the show case of Japanese precision: beautiful proportions, slim sihouette, elegant casing and near to perfect physiology. In Japan they know exactly where to place a button not to spoil the elegance. They ...
The square-shaped D-Premier (40x40cm) looks - with its thickness of only 50mm - like a modern bathroom scale, not like an audio device. And on closer inspection it proves that it really is different from what we consider to ...
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BIS Audio, Zvolen, tel. +421 455 400 703
Right after first few minutes of listening a listener forms his opinion on the Accuphase. As listening progresses, this initial opinion usually proves to be wrong. The reason is that there is nothing spectacular in Accuphase's house ...
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Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
Scandinavian brands often use very austere and functional aesthetics to the best effect. The sound is not discussed, it is taken for granted. There is no need for exotic materials as well as there is no need for promotional ...
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Platan Audio, Hlohovec / Bratislava, tel. +421 905 409 802
The K8 is a very versatile piece of equipment. It works as a CD/SACD player, a video processor, a receiver, a streaming client, a surround decoder, an interface for iPod and USB media, a preamplifier, a multimedia control center and ...
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Superhifi, Olomouc, tel. +420 608 752 475
The Accuphase could create the illusion of Diana Krall’s presence in my listening room – it is not only a headless or bodyless voice in the room but the whole person performing just for you. If I should be nitpicking then the E-450 ...
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Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
If you have a chance to start on a blank page, i.e. to build your system. Out of the blue I was transported to a complete different universe, the universe with sparkling air, pure water, clear sky and the universe lit with sunrays. I ...
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Iryson, Kvetoslavov, SK, tel. +421 903 418 345
It is assumed that your opinion on a person forms within first five minutes and it is quite difficult to change it afterwards. At Xindak they apparently follow this advice - the XA-6950 makes a very good impression at first look ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606346822, +420 222715959
The local Yamaha's dealer website contains one nice sentence: „Many music collectors recollect the old good stereo times with sentiment. The amplifiers used to have only 2 channel and listening to vinyl was a late night ritual, ...
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K+B Expert, Praha tel. +420 272 122 259
The dimmed golden light of the volume ring and the logo was - without any doubt - the most attractive visual feature of the Canor. The amplifier is built to last and the high quality design just screams from it.
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Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
CANOR, Prešov, tel. +421 517 710 396
One of my preconceptions - that the Class A Luxman will have warm and slightly coloured sound - was buried after twenty minutes of listening. The L-550A II presented itself with aristocratic charm with the goal to appear in the list ...
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HTP s.r.o., tel: +420 606 642 175
PP HiFi Otrokovice, tel. +420 603 581 305
Nisel SK, Bratislava, tel. +421 905 203 078
Meet the new integrated amplifier from NAD. It is the very same NAD brand that has been with us for several decades already. Except their Masters series the devices of the British manufacturer continue wearing coats in shades of ...
The satin silver of aluminum and the chalkboard black chassis. Smoldering red of the display digits. The precision of the two machined knobs that are symetrically placed to the sides. The laboratory-like calibration of the volume ...
The Lyngdorf Millennium is a truly transparent, natural and dynamic amplifier with an the integrated DSP and definitely one of the best ones ever produced by a man. After auditioning it going back to your usual audio gear will be ...
Prima Luna ProLogue Two is a very good amplifier that elegantly overcomes issues tied with tube equipment and does not leave any significant imprint on the sound. For the lack of 'tubed' signature I am not confident with recommending ...
The Pathos Logos has a big sense for "be there". Whatever I played I had a feeling that I am peering over the sound engineer's shoulder, or that I am part of the audience at an open air concert. It was so alive that I started to ...
The 840A V2 have made quite a significant progress from the original model. The V2 is not just a marginal improvement, it is a completely new amplifier. Considering the budget limitations they mined as much as possible from it in ...
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Excelia HiFi, Chrudim, tel. +420 724 00 77 44
The Arpége front is covered by a black perspex panel through which the glow of tubes inside can be seen. Other than that it is a minimalistic device: two knobs - Alps potentiometer and input selector and a little cute ON-OFF toggle ...
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AudioRanny, Praha, tel. +420 777 003 134