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Hi-Fi Choice  |  Oct 12, 2016  |  0 comments
To say that the Core is a little speaker that packs a big punch is something of an understatement. It’s not without flaws, but the sheer power, audio quality and versatile high-tech features that Mass Fidelity has crammed into this little black box are undeniably impressive. Measuring just 150mm wide and deep and 100mm high, it will sit comfortably on any shelf or table without taking up too much space. It’s a little chunky to carry around in a backpack – not to mention fairly heavy, at around 1.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Oct 11, 2016  |  0 comments
Following its merger with Onkyo in Japan, Pioneer has unveiled three networked CD receiver systems. Each has wi-fi, Bluetooth and AirPlay connectivity options with support for 24-bit/192kHz and DSD audio files as well as TuneIn, Spotify, Tidal and Deezer streaming services and Google Cast. The range-topping X-HM86D (above) claims 2x 65W of Class D amplification, andcosts £650. Both the X-HM76D (£470) and X-HM86Dare equipped with a DAB/DAB+ tuner.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Oct 10, 2016  |  0 comments
The annual IFA show in Berlin, held in early September, is the autumn showcase event for big-name brand launches. This year was no exception, as Sony introducedthe flagship Signature series to celebrate its 70th year. The new high-end audio range comprises the MDR-Z1R over-ear closed-back headphone (£1,700) fitted with 70mm HD drivers, which claims to achieve a wide frequency range that extends from 4Hz to 120kHz. A high-class luxury design, it’s made using premium materials and is supplied with a selectionof connectivity options (including a 4.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Oct 09, 2016  |  1 comments
It wasn’t so long ago that the idea of being able to enjoy different types of music in different rooms or to pause what you’re listening to in the bath only to restart it once you’re in the bedroom seemed like the stuff of science fiction. But now, of course, this is very much part of everyday life. There are more multi-room systems available offering more ways to enjoy hi-res music than ever before, meaning that the ability to listen to Stevie in the shower, Lionel in the lounge or Bono in the bedroom is at long last possible even for the most picky of audiophiles. This month’s extra special prize will enable you to do just that, thanks to the good folk at Musaic.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Oct 05, 2016  |  0 comments
Autumn is well and truly here, and in the UK the next few months are little more than a protracted run up in preparation for the festive season at the end of the year. If you haven’t had your first Christmas flyer or email yet inviting you to make great seasonal savings by getting in early, then rest assured it’s surely on its way. “But it’s only October!” I hear you cry. Yet, the Hi-Fi Choice office received several such ‘early bird’ invitations back in September, just as we were selecting our favourite Halloween soundtracks for this month’s record collectors’ feature.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Sep 28, 2016  |  0 comments
HiFiMAN has announced its latest portable player in the shape of the SuperMini, which supports all lossless file formats including DSD. Supported Music Formats include: (up to 24-bit/192kHz) WAV, FLAC, AIFF, APE, MP3, OGG, AAC, WMA, ALAC and DSD (DSF, DFF). The SuperMini combines a light weight of 70g with compact dimensions (45 x 104 x 8. 5mm wxhxd) to provide a claimed battery life of 22 hours for music on the move.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Sep 27, 2016  |  0 comments
Onkyo has unveiled its new R-N855 network stereo receiver, which shoehorns custom audio circuit boards festooned with high-quality electrical components, a massive customised EI transformer and two huge capacitors into a half-width metal chassis. Bolstered by an aluminum faceplate, this full-flat rigid chassis aims to prevent interference caused by mechanical vibration, maintaining clarity of sound. The space-saving design is made possible by Onkyo-original switching amplification with discrete modulation stage, which develops a claimed 70W x 70W of power with low distortion levels. Combined with a flagship AK4490 32-bit/768kHz DAC and original VLSC filtering, audio performance is described as being clear and energetic with power to handle difficult-to-drive or highly sensitive bookshelf speakers.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Sep 26, 2016  |  0 comments
Russ Andrews has announced the re-introduction of its iconic yellOPower mains lead, which first took the hi-fi world by storm back in the late nineties. As Russ Andrews Accessories celebrates its 30th anniversary, the company decided to mark the occasion by updating and relaunching yellOPower. yellOPower boasts eight individually insulated pure copper conductors alongside Kimber's unique woven cable geometry for effective interference rejection. the cable is insulated with PVC for low impedance and wrappedin a flexible, black Tecflex sleeving, with yellow heatshrinks as a nod to the original all-yellow cable.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Sep 23, 2016  |  0 comments
It’s an unfortunate side effect that as records spin on turntables, friction with the air causes them to constantly gain a static charge. The result is that a record’s level of frictional static electricity can reach up to anywhere between 3,000V and 20,000V. This electro-static noise interference, of course, has compromising effects on sound quality. Enter Furutech’s revolutionary SK-Filter, which aims to solves the problem.
Hi-Fi Choice  |  Sep 22, 2016  |  0 comments
Fleetwood Mac’sstreak of five consecutive multi-platinum albums began in the seventiesand continued in1982with Mirage,the follow-up to the band’s1979double-album Tusk. During the summer of1982, Mirage topped the album chart in theUS and added to the band’s already impressive canon of hits with Hold Me, Love In Store and Gypsy. Following last year’s deluxe edition of Tusk,Fleetwood Maccontinues chronologically with thedeluxe editionof Mirage. Available on 23 September, this new edition expands on the original album with newly remastered sound, a selection of rare and unreleased recordings, as well as the stories and pictures behind the album.

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