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AUDIO SHOW DELUXE 2025 REPORT BY HiFiPiG
Audio Show Deluxe 2025 took place at Whittlebury park, next to the iconic Silverstone Racetrack. HiFi PiG’s Stu organises the show with Kris Sawicki, also the organiser of the North West Audio Show. With Stu involved in running the show, Lin (photos) and Janine (words) bring you coverage of a truly fantastic celebration of the best that HiFi has to offer.
HENLEY BRING E.A.T., ORTOFON, ROON, HIFI ROSE, MUSICAL FIDELITY AND PIEGA TO AUDIO SHOW DELUXE 2025
Henley Audio will be hosting a demonstration system made up of reference-class products from European Audio Team (E.A.T.), Ortofon, Roon, HiFi Rose, Musical Fidelity, and Piega.
BRISTOL HIFI SHOW 2025 REPORT FROM TEAM HiFi PiG
Stu, Lin, Oscar and Kelly report from the first big UK HiFi Show of the year, find out what they heard and saw at the Bristol HiFi Show 2025…there’s new products, fantastic sounds and loads to discover in the report…enjoy!
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Pro-Ject CD Set E & Stereo Set E1
A pair of ready-made hi-fi systems, perfect for gifting.
Pro-Ject Audio Systems (Pro-Ject) is renowned for its turntables and compact electronics. The Austrian brand also offers ‘Sets’ – complete separates-based hi-fi systems, pre-selected and presented in a single cardboard carton. The latest UK-specific options are the Stereo Set E1 (£699.00), and the CD Set E (£599.00).
Both systems feature the compact yet muscular Stereo Box E amplifier, which supports Bluetooth, includes a moving magnet phono stage and headphone input, and houses impressive power in its 21cm-wide chassis. The Stereo Set E1, designed for vinyl enthusiasts, combines the amplifier with the elegant E1 turntable and a pair of Speaker Box 5E loudspeakers. Inspired by Pro-Ject’s classic Speaker Box 5, the 5E offers sleek design, crisp mids, detailed highs, and punchy bass. Meanwhile, the CD Set E groups the Stereo Box E with the CD Box E CD player and the Speaker Box 3E Carbon loudspeakers, which feature carbon-fibre reinforced woofers for dynamic sound and precise bass, bringing those lovely little silver discs to life.
The Stereo Set E1 is available in black or walnut (the amplifier is always black), while the CD Set E comes in an all-black finish. For those seeking a complete, ready-made audio gift, these Pro-Ject Sets deliver the goods.
Ortofon 2M cartridges and styli
Ortofon’s moving magnet ensemble is on point.
The Ortofon 2M series isn’t just about stunning looks. Engineered to the highest standards, it embodies Ortofon’s dedication to delivering precise, accurate sound reproduction, free from colouration. Named after the abbreviation for Moving Magnet (MM) and designed to mirror the facets of a diamond, all 2M models combine cutting-edge technology with outstanding value. Each model in the 2M range is distinguished by its colour, reflecting both its position in the lineup and its unique sonic character.
2M Red (£95.00): Entry-level excellence, delivering rich harmonic sound per pound.
2M Blue (£189.00): Extended frequency bandwidth for a more precise and direct sound.
2M Bronze (£365.00): A damped, romantic presentation, ideal for classical music.
2M Black (£525.00): The flagship model, offering a balanced, true-to-life musical performance that outshines its competitors.
The 2M range offers unmatched flexibility with interchangeable styli, making it the perfect pressie for audiophiles who want to upgrade incrementally and tailor their setup to their listening preferences.
Klipsch Flexus soundbar range
The perfect gift to bring Christmas movies to life for the whole family.
What better gift than one the whole household can enjoy—including you! While your television may make festive films look fantastic, its built-in audio often falls short. That’s where the Klipsch Flexus line comes in. It delivers high-quality sound that will elevate TV and movie watching for years to come.
This premium range combines Klipsch’s legendary American audio expertise with Onkyo’s precise Japanese engineering. The result is a modular home cinema system that’s as flexible as it is powerful. The Klipsch Flexus Range is also simple to use, so the whole family can enjoy stunning sound without hassle.
Start with one of the Flexus Core 100 (£359.00) or Flexus Core 200 (£449.00) soundbars, and then expand with the Flexus Surround 100 wireless surround speakers (£279.00), Flexus Sub 100 subwoofer (£329.00), or both. Whether it’s a cosy night in or a full-blown holiday movie marathon, the Flexus system ensures every moment sounds as good as it looks.
WiiM Mini
The perfect stocking filler for streaming Christmas hits.
The WiiM Mini (£89.00) is a textbook stocking filler for anyone wanting to add streaming capabilities to a hi-fi system without breaking the bank. For under £100, it provides high-quality streaming from services like Spotify and TIDAL and supports AirPlay for easy integration with Apple devices.
Even better, the WiiM Mini is just the start of a wider ecosystem. As a gift, it’s a perfect introduction to streaming audio, enhancing any hi-fi setup. And for those who want to keep building, WiiM’s range of products ensures that the gift of streaming can grow with the lucky recipient’s needs. Whether they choose to upgrade or expand their system over time, the WiiM Mini offers lasting value, making it a versatile gift that will keep giving long after the last of the turkey sandwiches.
Pro-Ject upgrades & accessories
Deck the halls with the joy of useful vinyl upgrades and accessories!
For audiophiles looking to elevate their hi-fi systems, Pro-Ject offers a comprehensive range of premium accessories designed to enhance audio performance. From record cleaning kits to stylus gauges and replacement parts, these upgrades help users get the most from their system and fine-tune their sound without replacing their base turntable.
As Pro-Ject offers such an extensive range of accessories, it’s a good idea to do some serious research before making a purchase. That said, we’ve highlighted three excellent options to help you get started on your gift shopping.
Acryl it (£125.00) – platter upgrade
Record Puck S (from £59.00)
Ground it E (£139.00) – isolation platform
To browse more of our audiophile gift ideas, click here
AUDIO VIDEO SHOW WARSAW 2024 REPORT PART 5 – THE STADIUM SECOND HALF
Join Oscar for the final part of HiFi PiG’s Warsaw coverage with our second half of the PGE Stadium section of the Audio Video Show Warsaw 2024.
CHECK OUT WHO IS EXHIBITING AT THE AUDIO VIDEO SHOW WARSAW 2024
It is the second largest HiFi Show in Europe and the three venue, three day show is not to be missed.
DUTCH AUDIO EVENT 2024 REPORT PART 1
It barely seems a year ago that we were here in Eindhoven for the last Dutch Audio Event, but after a days travel on planes, trains, and automobiles, though not in that order, here we are again for what has always been an excellent show, here is the HiFi PiG Dutch Audio Event Report Part 1, from Stu and Lin.
NEW PRODUCTS FROM HiFi ROSE AND PRO-JECT VIA HENLEY AUDIO AT UK AUDIO SHOW 2024
Henley Audio will be presenting in the Warwick Suite and Syndicate 29 at this weekend’s UK Audio Show.
PART 2 OF THE HiFi PiG UK HIFI SHOW LIVE 2024 REPORT
Enjoy the final part of our UK HiFi Show Live 2024 Report from Ascot, with Oscar Stewart.
HiFi PiG’S UK HIFI SHOW LIVE 2024 REPORT PART 1 FROM ASCOT
The UK HiFi Show Live has become a staple in the UK show diary, and since 2019 has been held at the Ascot Grandstand. HiFi PiG’s Oscar was there this year for us, here is his UK HiFi Show Live 2024 Report Part 1.
HiFi PiG’S STUDENT HiFi BUYING GUIDE 2024
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HERE IS GYULA’S FINAL REPORT FROM THE TAA 2024 TAIPEI HIFI SHOW IN TAIWAN
Gyula takes you through the final part of his report covering floors 4 and 5 of the Grand Hotel, Taipei.
HIGH STREET FAVOURITE OUR PRICE IS BACK ONLINE
Twenty years since the last bricks and mortar Our Price record store closed, it has returned online…with plans to return to the high street too.
OSCAR STEWART BRINGS YOU THE HIFI PIG NORTH WEST AUDIO SHOW 2024 REPORT PART 2
HiFi PiG’s Oscar attends North West Audio Show 2024 and experiences his first ever NWAS, enjoy his coverage of the second half of the show at Cranage Hall.
THE NEW TRIANGLE CAPELLA ACTIVE STREAMING SYSTEM COMES WITH A WISA STEREO HUB AND OPTIONAL TURNTABLE
The new Triangle Capella loudspeakers are designed as connected streaming system with a compact Stereo Hub.
HiFi PiG VISITS THE MCINTOSH GROUP HOUSE OF SOUND IN NYC
In April, Lin and Stu of HiFi PiG took the opportunity to have a snoofle around the rather spectacular McIntosh House of Sound in New York.
THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF LIN AND STU’S HIGH END MUNICH 2024 REPORT
Join Lin and Stu as they continue their tour of the world’s greatest HiFi Show, High End Munich 2024…
More »HIFI PIG’S OSCAR BRINGS YOU HIS FIRST HALL REPORT FROM HIGH END MUNICH 2024
Not just focused on Headfi, Oscar was snoofling through the Halls and Atria to cover as much of the show as possible, here is part 1 of Oscar’s coverage of the High End Munich 2024 Halls which covers hall 2 and part of hall 3.
PART TWO OF THE HIFI PIG COVERAGE OF THE AXPONA 2024 HIFI SHOW
In our second report from AXPONA 2024, Lin and Stu take you through the hotel bedrooms of the show, from floor 16 down to 11.
HIFI PIG REPORTS FROM THE FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AUDIO EXPO 2024, IN TAMPA
Held over the weekend of the 16th to 18th of February, in the Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore, the Florida International Audio Expo 2024 was the 6th edition of this rapidly growing HiFi Show.
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Klipsch Nashville
The Nashville portable Bluetooth speaker does it all. Fully charged, its battery lasts up to 24 hours, and the reverse charge feature lets you siphon some of that power to charge your phone. It’s robust and rated IP67, which means the Nashville is dustproof and submergible in up to one meter of water for 30 minutes. The built-in mic system pauses the music while you take a call, and when you get back to the tunes, you can share them with up to 10 broadcast mode-enabled Klipsch speakers. Naturally, given its maker, the Nashville sounds legendary.
Klipsch R-40PM
The Klipsch R-40PM speakers do the job of a pair of loudspeakers and a stereo amplifier. The cabinets house an amplifier, perfectly tuned for the speakers by Klipsch’s design team, meaning you just need to plug the right speaker into the mains and connect it to the left with the supplied cables. Connectivity is excellent, including Bluetooth, 3.5mm, USB, and optical digital. The built-in phono pre-amp lets you plug a turntable straight into the Klipsch speakers, creating an elegant vinyl sound system.
Glorious Turntable Lowboard
The Glorious Turntable Lowboard is the perfect piece of furniture for vinyl fans. The Lowboard neatly houses your amplifier behind a closed compartment door, securely supports your turntable and handily stores up to 130 records in its integrated open crate. The retro design, finished in fresh gloss white on an ash wood stand, blends into all decors, delivering a super storage solution.
Pro-Ject Primary E
The Primary E offers an affordable route into the wonderful world of vinyl. This deck is the entry-level design from one of the world’s leading turntable makers, and you get premium features, including an aluminium tonearm tube, factory-mounted Ortofon OM NN cartridge, and isolating non-slip feet. The price also includes a dust cover and premium cables. Add a phono stage, amplifier, and a pair of speakers, and you have a system that rates ‘awesome’ on the ‘sound-per-pound’ chart.
WiiM Mini
WiiM’s micro streamer instantly transforms any hi-fi system from meh to yeah. The clever little puck supports Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2, Works with Alexa, and TIDAL Connect, enabling hi-res audio streaming from your music devices to your hi-fi system. The Mini forms the foundation for your home system, while the Pro and Pro Plus models max out audio performance with upgraded DAC and WiiM voice remote accessory. You can even use two or more WiiM streamers to create a multi-room hi-res audio system at incredibly accessible prices.
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ORTOFON 2MR CARTRIDGES OFFER GREATER TONEARM COMPATIBILITY
Ortofon the cartridge manufacturer, have announced the Ortofon 2MR Moving Magnet range which takes the existing 2M cartridge and re-shapes it into a new “Reduced” housing that makes it compatible with a wider range of tonearms.
AUDIO VIDEO SHOW WARSAW 2023 REPORT FROM THE SOBIESKI HOTEL
Stu and Lin report from the Sobieski Hotel in this third part of their Audio Video Show Warsaw 2023 report.
READ ON FOR PART 2 OF OSCAR’S UK AUDIO SHOW 2023 REPORT
The second half of Oscar’s day trip to Daventry for the UK Audio Show 2023 from Staverton Park.
