Thursday, December 31, 2015
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Aavik Acoustics C-300 preamplifier & P-300 power amplifier
C-300 Preamplifier
Preamplifier with unique full featured system control center
The C-300 is equipped with two built-in DACs (PCM and DSD) and a phono section. It also comes with three line inputs: two single-ended and one balanced, and an RCA and an XLR output.
One-of-a-kind ultra low noise discreet phono section
For the C-300 we have designed a floating balanced, discreet, bipolar phono section.
Virtual ground amplification and volume control circuits
The virtual ground circuits eliminate the possibility of injecting dirty ground noise into the delicate audio circuits.
P-300 Power Amplifier
Unique non-switching efficient Class A output section
P-300 features a unique 150 W efficient Class A, non-switching output section where the bipolar output devices never stops conducting current. This means that the amplifier circuitry never has to deal with residuals such as switching spikes and device latchings.
Simple, short signal path
P-300 has an ultra short and simple signal circuit design, where all gain and feedback is performed by a single transistor pair. This short signal path gives P-300 a unique gain structure with extremely low distortion and a more than 90-degree phase margin for absolute amplifier stability.
Unique resonant power supplies
P-300 has four 600 W power factor corrected resonant mode power supplies. The in total 2400 W power supply combined with the extremely large electrolytic power banks allow P-300 to deliver peak currents in excess of 80 A.
Monday, December 28, 2015
Sunday, December 27, 2015
High Fidelity Cables Magnetic Adapters
$299 /pr
$189 digital
Our Magnetic Adapters will give you a taste of what magnetic conduction technology can offer. Simply fit the directional* adapters onto your current cables and hear the benefits of magnetic conduction.
Available in pairs of two (L+R Destination or Source), or in a set of quads (L+R Destination and Source).
Digital is available as single unit (digital Destination or Source), or as a set of two (digital Destination and Source).
*Magnetic Conduction is a directional technology. For proper performance please be sure that the arrows on the adapters point away from your source and toward your amps/outputs.
Friday, December 25, 2015
Totaldac d1-six Dac & Dac/Server
The d1-six DAC is now the highest end one-box Totaldac DAC.
Released in 2016, it inherits from technologies developed for the d1-twelve DAC and the d1-server.
Compared to the d1-dual, the d1-six uses 6 channels of discrete R2R ladders instead of 4 ladders for the d1-dual. The transistor output stage is also new for a higher musical performance.
The sound quality is optimum on the XLR output as well as on the headphone jack and on the direct RCA output.
This DAC can integrate the server/streamer board for a direct network use, to listen local files or for streaming use.
All d1 DACs can be upgraded to a d1-six.
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Conrad-Johnson GAT Series 2
$24000
We are excited to announce the redesign of our flagship line-stage preamplifier, the GAT to the GAT Series 2.
This update includes the introduction of an improved power supply circuit in the regulator for the main audio power supply. The new regulator also features increased filter capacitance, still utilizing all CJD Teflon Capacitors.
The update also includes boosted output coupling capacitance, again using more of the CJD Teflon capacitors.
Additionally, the tube complement is changed to incorporate PCC88 tubes, of which we have acquired a stock that we are reserving for GAT preamplifiers.
Monday, December 21, 2015
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Tron Convergence Monoblock Amplifiers
The Convergence is a new mono block power amplifier from Tron. Designed to offer exceptional performance for a very modest price - £2995. The Convergence offers the same unique design and build quality as Tron's top of the range electronics.
Features:
50-watt Class AB design
Very short signal path
Exceptional power supply
Solid-State design
High quality film capacitors
Precision matched parts
High quality custom transformer
High quality gold RCA input connectors
WBT speaker binding posts
CNC machined chassis
Hand assembled in England
All parts supplied by English companies
Specification:
Input: 2 x RCA (1 x AC connected, 1 x DC connected)
Input Impedance: 1.2v = 62K, 3v = 66K
Input Sensitivity: 1.2volts RMS & 3volts RMS (Switchable on rear panel)
Output: Connections: 2 x 4mm binding posts
Output Impedance: 0.07 ohms
Output Power: 50 watts into 8 ohms
Frequency Response: 8ohm load - 20Hz – 65KHz (-3dB)
Distortion THD: 0.1%
Power Consumption (230v): Idle – 8watts
Power Consumption (230v): Full power – 90watts
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Friday, December 18, 2015
Sennheiser HD 800S
$1700
The HD 800 S retains the core technology of the HD 800. This includes the unique transducer. Measuring 56mm and embedded in a specially manufactured stainless-steel gauze, it is the largest transducer currently used for any dynamic headphones. The patented diaphragm features a ring design that minimizes any distortion, especially at higher frequencies, keeping total harmonic distortion to less than 0.02%.
The earcups were designed to direct sound waves to the ears at a slight angle, ensuring natural tonality and a greater sense of space. The headband consists of several layers of sound-attenuating plastic and stainless steel, and the earcups are made of high-quality, high-attenuation plastic used in aviation engineering as a substitute for metal.
Finally, in order to achieve even better performance with audio sources that feature a symmetrical output, the HD 800 S includes a symmetrical XLR4 cable.
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Estelon Model YB
It’s been a successful five years for Estelon. Each year a new model has been introduced to the X Series, leading to numerous awards and recognitions worldwide. The most prominent of which has been the Estelon’s flagship “Extreme”, winner of the 2015 Best of Innovation award.
As a leading innovator in the industry, Estelon continues to surprise. Years of research and development have led to a new handmade line of products called “Y Series”. Compared to the X Series, it represents new design, materials and technologies.
The first product from the Y Series – Model YB – has now been revealed. Its sculpturelike elegant design by Alfred Vassilkov once again brings freshness to the loudspeaker market – the left and right speakers are asymmetric, designed as a matching pair. The elegant twists heading in opposite directions make these speakers look like jewels in exquisite interiors.
The sound they deliver meets Estelon’s highest standards. It is pure, natural and life-like. It re-creates the original soundscape and makes the music sound unbelievably real, making you believe that “You are there”, at the concert.
Estelon is always about quality: the new Model YB is an unbelievable sonic achievement that delivers its aesthetic and sonic beauty to a true music lover’s heart.
Technical data: 3-way (Drivers: 8” Woofer, 5,25“ Mid-woofer, 1” Beryllium Tweeter; with removable grilles); Frequency Response: 30 – 40 000 Hz; Power Rating: 150 W; Nominal Impedance: 6 Ohms; Sensitivity: 86dB/2,83 V; Dimensions (HxWxD): 1285x365x430mm; Net Weight: 40kg per piece. Speaker cabinets are cast of composite material.
Manufacturer’s recommended price in Europe for Model YB is €15 900. Standard finish is Black Matte.
Black Gloss and White Gloss available at €16 900.
Preorders start now, estimated shipping from March 31st, 2016. Preorder your pair of speakers at your local distributor.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Acoustical Systems the Apolyt
The APOLYT will be capable of extracting every minute detail within the groove which is what you would expect from an Ultra-Hi-Performance product such as this.
The APOLYT comes with a wide range of optional cosmetic finishes for several parts of the turntable at the customers request.
* High gloss polished finish for certain parts of the frame & pillars
* Exotic prime wood panels & inlays
* 24k gold or palladium plating for the top caps
Personal set-up of the APOLYT in the customers home will be performed by Acoustical-Systems engineer included within the price.
Delivery time is 6 months from time of order and would require a deposit with the balance due on delivery.
The APOLYT
Going beyond “Reference”, "State Of The Art" or "High End"
For those very few serious and curious enough to explore what’s really in the groove ....
Friday, December 11, 2015
Wells Audio Majestic
$3500
150 wpc at 8 ohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -103 db, reference level full power output
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.02% at 1kHz, at 100 W, 8 Ohms
< 0.05% at 20kHz, at 100W, 8 Ohms
Gain 30 db
Input Impedance: 50k Ohms
Damping factor: 200, reference 8 Ohms nominal
Power Consumption: 120 Watts idle, 350 Watts maximum
Inputs: 4 pair RCA unbalanced 1 pair XLRs unbalanced
Outputs: 1 pair 5-way binding posts per channel
Operating Voltage: 120V, 220V, 230V, 240V at 50 or 60 Hz
Dimensions: 17 in. W X 5 in. H X 16.5 in. D
Shipping weight 35 pounds
