Monitor Audio’s new Airstream S200 Wi-Fi speaker is say the company’s press release “an inspirational answer to the stereo dilemma, concentrating state-of-the-art connectivity, advanced digital processing and powerful amplification within a diminutive speaker design, smaller than the average one-box system but endowed with the latest tech to generate a deceptively big stereo sound from every […]
Densen have introduced an updated version of their B-250 preamplifier called the B-250 XS. Improvements include a volume control using an attenuator made of Vishay metal film resistors switched by relays controlled by the microprocessor which Densen say has virtually no self-induced noise and extremely low distortion. The attenuator has 200 steps for precise control […]
Pangea Audio has announced the introduction of their MFI-tested, Apple-certified Lightning cables for use with the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5/5S/5C, iPad Air, iPad Mini with Retina and all Lightning-equipped Apple devices. Pangea Lightning cables are an extra-long 5-feet in length—42% longer than Apple’s standard Lightning cable—and feature “superior shielding”, robust 27-gauge signal conductors, heavy-duty […]
Pro-Ject’s RPM 1 Genie turntable was an instant hit around the world when it was first revealed over five years ago. Today, Henley Designs Ltd. and Pro-Ject Audio Systems are delighted to announce the release of the fourth incarnation of this turntable, the RPM 1 Carbon. The RPM 1 Carbon utilises a number of premium […]
On the 16th October between Noon and 19.00, Oxford Audio Consultants invite Hifi Pig readers to the launch of the try new mu-so wireless music system (£895) from Naim. Its advanced yet simple to use connectivity includes AirPlay, UPnP™ streaming, Spotify Connect, Bluetooth (aptX), iRadio, iOS and Android app control and multiroom capability. Oxford Audio […]
Crystal Acoustics has unveiled its Reference Wireless Speakers, a new range of Bluetooth speakers including a number of standalone music speakers, two soundbases and a soundbar. All products in the Reference Wireless Series use new WiSound tech – a new technology that for the first time has created speakers that sound the same regardless of […]
Tivoli Audio lifts the lid on the Custom Cabinet programme for its Albergo+ Bluetooth digital radio. The collection enables Albergo+ owners to add personal design preferences to the tabletop radio by choosing from 16 different cabinets. The Tivoli Audio Custom Cabinet Albergo+ collection for 2014 is made up of three ‘typically Tivoli’ natural wood and […]
KJ West One, the New Cavendish Street-located audio retailer, is to hold a ‘Quad Open Evening’ on Thursday 16th October from 6.00pm to 9.30pm . The event offers attendees the opportunity to see and hear products from the well known brand, as well as meet Peter Comeau, Director of Acoustic Design at IAG, Quad’s parent company. […]
TIDAL, the first high fidelity music streaming service with HD music videos and curated editorial, today announced the partnership and integration of TIDAL into products from16 of the best known home audio brands. In preparation for the upcoming UK and U.S. launch, TIDAL is working closely with its integration partners to ensure that music lovers will […]
First there was the Arabesque Glass Master, a floorstanding speaker with an all-glass cabinet. Then came the Arabesque Mini, a smaller standmount speaker that retained the original Arabesque’s distinctive shape. Now, Crystal Cable has announced the Arabesque Minissimo, a new compact speaker sporting innovative design and a vibrant range of colours. The idea behind the Minissimo is […]
Elipson has now included Bluetooth with APTX coding to its Music Centre so you can now stream music to the MC from any Bluetooth enabled device including smartphones, tablets, PCs, MACs etc. Elipson’s Music Centre Bluetooth includes a DAB/DAB+/RDS FM radio, CD player, touch sensitive control panel, luminosity sensor and remote control. The wired connectivity […]
WyWires say they are looking forward to their annual trip to Denver, as WyWires’ Red Series headphone cables will make their Denver debut at CanJam, the biggest headphone event in the North America. “Since launching WyWires’ Red Series headphone cables this year, we’ve had a blast getting friendly with some of the most innovative companies in this space. We […]
Mass Fidelity is a community of audiophiles, designers and engineers based in Toronto, Canada connected in a mission to bring the world high fidelity sound in the most convenient way possible. “Simplicity in design and dexterity in function make Mass Fidelity products unlike anything else you have ever seen or heard. Beautiful, thoughtfully created conduits for the […]
IAG UK, the British arm of International Audio Group got in touch with Hifi Pig to tell us they are pleased to announce their appointment as UK distributor of the Luxman brand with immediate effect. Formed in Japan in 1925 – the same year that Japanese radio broadcasts began – Luxman is one of the world’s oldest audio […]
Cary Audio will be at the 2014 Rocky Mountain Audio Fest (RMAF) in the Marriott Towers Room 8025 from October 10th-12thin Denver, Colorado with the following kit. The eagerly awaited DMC-600, which will be shipping later this year. The DMC-600 is a digital music center incorporating a CD transport and a wide array of digital inputs, […]
Astell&Kern has announced an exclusive collaboration with Blue Note to mark the 75th anniversary of the legendary jazz label. Astell&Kern has produced a limited edition of its flagship AK240 high-resolution music player; the AK240 Blue Note 75 is pre-loaded with 75 classic Blue Note albums, all in studio master quality audio (24bit/96kHz and 24bit/192kHz). This […]