When I got the new LEAK Stereo 130 amplifier with matching LEAK CDT CD transport was first seen a while ago in a press release, my hi-fi heart jumped happily. In 2011 a colleague gave me an old LEAK Delta 30 integrated amplifier. That stubbornly designed little amplifier from the late days of the transition… Read more
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Review: Sound by Sweden Nitro X wireless
RESUME The Nitro-X is very basic in terms of functions, but it does good on the areas that count. The noise canceling is good and the sound quality is fine. Where the Sound by Sweden Nitro-X really scores are the good wearing comfort and excellent autonomy. And that’s the nice price tag. PLUS POINTS Great… Read more
read more...Review: Belkin Soundform Elite
REVIEW Quintijn Bulterman | 03 September 2020 SUMMARY For the young generation, music has to pop. With that in mind, the Belkin Soundform Elite hits the nail on the head. We just miss the opportunity to add a little more nuance to the â ???? boomâ ????. PLUS POINTS Design Wireless Charger Devialet Sound MINUSES… Read more
read more...Review: Hegel H95 sounds better for the same price
With the slim H 95, Hegel presents an accessible amplifier that can do a lot and yet is not overly complicated. Minimalistic in appearance, perhaps, but certainly not in terms of sound quality or possibilities. The recipe is recognizable from the high-end Hegel’s, but consistency is at the heart of the success of these smart… Read more
read more...Review: Sonos Arc soundbar
Sonos has launched a new premium soundbar this summer that should be the successor to the Playbar and the Playbase. The new Sonos Arc comes with HDMI and has extra overhead speakers to display Dolby Atmos. We have examined the newcomer extensively in several living rooms. Trendsetter Sonos You may think of Sonos what you… Read more
read more...Review: Arcam Solo Uno small amplifier with punch
Arcam’s name was’ Solo ‘always for all-rounders who combined a slim shape with a lot of functionality, such as a Blu-ray player. The more competitively priced Solo Uno does it differently. Done with disc turners, this Arcam amp is smaller than ever and fully committed to streaming. The Arcam Solo Uno really seems to disappear… Read more
read more...Review: Skullcandy Crusher ANC Noise canceling with a lot of extra
The Skullcandy Crusher may not sound like something you’ll want to put on your head, but wait: it’s a noise-canceling headset that packs in several unique features that you won’t find elsewhere. But can a button to adjust the basses and a personal tuning based on an ear test be enough to stand out from… Read more
read more...Review: Shure Aonic 50 luxury on your head
RESUME The Aonic 50 is without a doubt worthy of a premium price. The finish is top-notch, the design is timeless and practical, and the sound quality is very good. The slightly higher weight is one of the few criticisms we have of the headphones 50 can fire. Yes, and the higher price of course…. Read more
read more...Review Sonoro Prestige: ambitious table radio with a number of functions like a Swiss army knife
MORE FROM THIS BRAND RESUME The Sonoro Prestige has the functionality of a Swiss Army knife but is at the same time a minimalist thing. Build quality and handling are exemplary. More than one power cord is not needed to listen to music. The sound has a splash of warmth and is balanced with a… Read more
read more...Review: Monitor Audio Bronze 500 (sixth generation)
With the sixth generation of the affordable Bronze family is the last major renewal operation of Monitor Audio (almost) complete. The Gold and Silver updates brought significant technical and visual improvements to the table, but is all of that possible at a much lower price point? To investigate, in this review we look at the… Read more
read more...Review: Gerrard Street always a new pair of headphones
RESUME Of course, the Prince’s main focus is the rental model. There is certainly something to be said. Two years from now, you will still have working headphones in good condition, for example. The fact that you can replace parts is more sustainable, and more durability is certainly allowed in our opinion. Regardless of that… Read more
read more...Review: Belkin Soundform True Wireless in ears
Wireless earbuds have been dire in recent years have become popular because of the convenience and often the quality they offer. Personally, I’m still stuck with wired earpieces, but I’m starting to appreciate the whole concept more and more â ???? Â and there these Belkin Soundform True Wireless are partly responsible for. The Soundform… Read more
read more...Review: KEF LS50 Wireless II
Sometimes a new product seems very very similar to its predecessor. That first impression can be very misleading, we discovered (again) with the KEF LS 50 Wireless II. This recently released version of the successful wireless stereo speakers has been improved in so many ways that you can hardly compare old with new. In particular,… Read more
read more...Review Sonoro Maestro and Orchestra: successful entry into the hi-fi component market
The German audio company Sonoro is known for its multifunctional and well-built table radios, which only need a power cord to make music. About a year ago Sonoro launched the Maestro. The Maestro is an amplifier, tuner, DA converter, streamer and CD player and the user only needs to connect two passive speakers. Apparently Sonoro… Read more
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