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My dad was a man with many talents, but playing, listening and recording music was one of those that he was particularly passionate about. I became very aware of this passion when I, a youth of probably no more than […]
My dad was a man with many talents, but playing, listening and recording music was one of those that he was particularly passionate about. I became very aware of this passion when I, a youth of probably no more than […]
AVM is a new arrival on the SA audio scene, but the German marque’s provenance is widely acknowledged in Europe, where its combination of fine workmanship, ease of use and sonic capability has gained it many friends. The Inspiration CS […]
The Anthem STR line-up consists of a pre-amp, a power amp – and now, also an integrated amp. The pre/power impressed when on test a year or so ago. Can the one-box integrated deliver similar sonics in a more convenient […]
Since its low-key introduction some months back, the dCS Bartok network streamer/DAC/pre-amp has been in high demand globally. We managed to grab a brief, first listen to the much-vaunted newcomer By Deon Schoeman The dCS Bartók comes with a prodigious […]
Audio cables are easily overlooked, often underrated and generally misunderstood. Really good cables are also usually really expensive. The Furutech DSS-4.1 speaker cable is in the upper class in sonic performance terms – but you can save significantly by buying […]
The Linn LP12 is an iconic turntable that seems to have been around forever. Not only that, but it’s become synonymous with numerous upgrades, both official and independent. Now a South African company has joined the update fray … By […]
There’s a lot more to this ultra-slim passive soundbar than meets the eye. While it’s a compact and classy alternative to conventional left/centre/right speakers, the Motion SLM X3 also makes the most of musical fare. By Deon Schoeman Soundbars come […]
A subwoofer untethered by wires has been a long-standing dream. Yamaha’s NS-NSW100 MusicCast offers just that, albeit only in the company of compatible MusicCast devices. And it works a treat. By Deon Schoeman Subwoofers play a pivotal role in home […]
Hand-built by a true master of the art, the Van Den Hul Crimson moving coil cartridge manages the seemingly impossible: it combines fleet-footedness and insight with a fullness of tone and thrilling dynamics. The result? Addictive! By Deon Schoeman AJ […]
Wharfedale is one of the most famous names in the speaker business, with a heritage stretching all the way back to 1932. The Crystal 4.3 system draws on all that expertise, while promising a lot of home theatre bang for […]
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