There’s a certain elegance to a simple, functional design that focuses on performance rather than frippery. The original Audio Analogue Puccini integrated amplifier was a case in point – and its successor continues that tradition, while adding further sonic urge […]
High-end audio and designer aesthetics don’t necessarily go hand in hand. But French marque Devialet has managed to combine sculptural design with top-class sonics, with some clever electronics added for good measure By Deon Schoeman It’s been a good six […]
With its full house of control facilities, a configurable phono stage and an on-board D/A converter, the Mark Levinson No.26 delivers a comprehensive pre-amplifier solution. But its real talents lie in its treatment of the music … By Deon Schoeman […]
It’s easy to underestimate the capabilities of Primare’s latest integrated amplifier. But the minimalist appearance of the new I35 isn’t at all reflected in a sonic performance that’s generous and thoroughly entertaining. Hi-fi components have a certain appeal that is […]
A brand new stereo pre-amplifier and power amplifier combination from Canadian audio marque Anthem links innovation to loads of tech – but thankfully doesn’t lose sight of the music in the process Anthem is arguably best known for its home […]
With its curved fascia, finely finished controls and blue indicators, the Marantz PM8006 is a handsome piece of kit, with a features set to match. But it’s how this stereo amplifier treats the music that really counts … Stereo […]
PS Audio’s Stellar range is meant to offer superlative value – and it does. But even without its keen price tag, the Stellar S300 stereo power amp would have been deemed a star performer that can hold its own in […]
If the mark of a good pre-amplifier is to precisely control the path and the gain of an audio signal while also preserving signal integrity, then the new Bryston BP-17B3 Cubed Series pre-amp deserves high marks indeed … The […]
Part of the latest Bryston Cubed amplifier range, the new 4B3 is a powerhouse with no shortage of muscle. But finesse and musicality are part of the formula, too. Think Bryston, and you immediately think power amps – heavy, […]
There was a time when integrated amplifiers were considered compromised, compared to the more fancied, and dearer, separate pre-amp and power amp combinations. But is that still the case? Over the past few years, an increasing number of top-class integrated […]
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