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- Published: 05 August 2021 05 August 2021
JBL L52 Classic Arriving in Time for Christmas
JBL continues to expand its ‘Classic’ series of retro-styled loudspeakers with the L52 Classic – it may look vintage-chic but it features some of the company’s most powerful driver technologies.
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- Written by Travis Kelly Travis Kelly
- Category: Reviews Reviews
- Published: 01 August 2021 01 August 2021
Audio Research Reference 80S Power Amplifier
It's a funny ol' thing, this hobby of ours. We embark on our journey with an idea; an idea self-propelled with enthusiasm in the hope it will maintain some kind of currency. Enough to endure hiccups and hurdles and reward us with long-term listening enjoyment and subsequently, for many of us, that 'pride of ownership'. It can be a rose-tinted viewpoint, and perhaps somewhat indulgent, but we've all had select components that, while they may not be physically with us now, remain as an intrinsic artefact and memory in our audio psyche or spirit. These cherished components are a beloved right-of-passage or an exercise in maturing. This reviewer is no exception to this natural law of audiophilia. Their memories are as vivid now as the moment of their first audition. Here, where more memories may be created for cherishing, I’m graced with the presence of Audio Research's newest offering, the delectable Reference 80S power amplifier.
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- Written by Tom Waters Tom Waters
- Category: Reviews Reviews
- Published: 01 August 2021 01 August 2021
Heschl Audio Labs HAL 300 Power Amplifier
Heschl Audio Labs is a young, vibrant and innovative company based in Queensland, Australia. It’s fairly new to the high-end audio scene, at present, they have two products released. Their first was the HAL 350 which is an integrated amplifier that includes an R-2R DAC. This was released back in mid-2018. I had the pleasure of hearing it at an audio club meeting in November 2018 – it sounded very good. As a consequence of various audio shows, Heschl realised a sizeable demand for a power amplifier-only version at a more affordable price point. This product became the HAL 300 which was announced in March 2021 and released shortly afterwards. The HAL 300 is basically the power amp section of the HAL 350 morphed into a new chassis with only minor changes. It is the subject of this review.
Top-End Ethernet Cable from Nordost Lands in Australia
Nordost’s highly-acclaimed Valhalla 2 series of cable interface solutions is rounded-out with the new Valhalla 2 high-end Ethernet cable, now available in Australia.
Pro-Ject’s New Debut Pro Turntable Coming to Australia in November
In yet a further expansion of its extensive product offerings, turntable specialist Pro-Ject has announced the new Debut Pro turntable which simultaneously launches with the matching Pick-It Pro cartridge and Record Puck Pro stabilising weight.
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- Written by Edgar Kramer Edgar Kramer
- Category: Reviews Reviews
- Published: 15 July 2021 15 July 2021
JBL 4349 Studio Monitor Loudspeakers
By way of an intro, do I need to say more other than to state this? JBL. Three letters that are synonymous with music playback since mid-last century (1946 to be exact). Both at consumer and Pro audio levels in the studio and the performance venue. While the company offers highly regarded entry-level loudspeakers, it’s the high-end ‘K’ and ‘Studio Monitor’ models which feature dollops of the real-good-stuff. Like JBL’s colossal development budgets. Like the exceptional transducer technologies created at Harman International’s advanced Northridge, California R&D facility. Yes, those resources are the envy of the industry. In the 4349 Studio Monitor, JBL yet again shows off its engineering chops with the latest horn-loaded compression tweeter and 300mm bass driver in a classic 2-way design with enormous promise. And lots to live up to. Let’s bring it into our very own auditioning studio…
Roksan Announces Attessa Line
Roksan’s new Attessa series rounds out the company’s offerings with a full line of electronics designed and engineered in the United Kingdom.
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- Written by Edgar Kramer Edgar Kramer
- Category: Features Features
- Published: 01 July 2021 01 July 2021
Yamaha 5000 System – A Room with a Different View
As culture evolves, language also changes. The lexicon can be shaped by societal movements, fashion, the media. Or, as we’re seeing, global events. Pfizer. AstraZeneca. Lockdown. Jab. Words previously with near-zero collective meaning are now ubiquitous. In the audio world there are also entrenched terms. Brand names. JBL, Tannoy, Marantz. There’s another definitive name which, uniquely and literally, can express the essence of music across an entire arc from instrument to the home and the stages in between: Yamaha.
ADOT Media Converter Network Devices Now Available in Australia
ADOT (Audiophile Digital Optical Technology), a sister company related to well-known digital specialist Melco, has announced the new MC01 Media Converter optical network interface.
Dynaudio Announces New Emit Loudspeakers
Dynaudio’s newly-released Emit speaker line provides the company’s entry-point to comprehensive music and audio visual configuration options.
Naim Audio Announces Solstice Special Edition Turntable
In a complimentary analogue addition to its massive product portfolio spanning the entire digital spectrum, Naim now announces the comprehensively-featured Solstice Special Edition turntable package.
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- Written by Barry Jones Barry Jones
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- Published: 15 June 2021 15 June 2021
Linn Klimax DSM Digital Music Player
A few years ago, I reviewed Linn’s Selekt DSM and was well impressed. So, when I was offered the chance to have a crack at the flagship – the Klimax DSM I certainly didn’t shrug with nonchalance mumbling “Meh” but rather, I enthusiastically exclaimed “Hell Yeah!” Just ask our Editor Edgar Kramer…
