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Technics is pleased to announce the SL-1200GME / SL-1210GME - the ultimate version of the G series

Positive Feedback — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:30:24 +0000

The Culmination of a Legend: Technics crowns its Grand Class "1200G" turntable model with a limited "Master Edition" state-of-the-art ΔΣ-Drive (Delta Sigma Drive) motor control and Multi-stage Silent Power Supply technology with the superb mechanical SL-1200 "G" chassis to craft a platform of unrivalled performance Newark, N.J. (October 24, 2025) – Today, renowned hi-fi brand,... Read More »

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GIK Acoustics launches its new Amplitude line with patented recessed plate technology

Positive Feedback — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:42:01 +0000

Atlanta, GA – October 21, 2025 – GIK Acoustics has announced the launch of its Amplitude line, a new generation of acoustic treatment panels that combine GIK’s trusted performance with a bold, refined aesthetic. The Amplitude line delivers the same acoustic reliability GIK is known for and introduces its new patented recessed plate technology. The... Read More »

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INDEPENDENT PROJECT RECORDS 45TH ANNIVERSARY LIVE SHOW, ADDS DOCUMENTARY FILM SCREENINGS, SECOND KOMMUNITY FK SET, AFTERIMAGE’S DANIEL VOZNICK, AND HOST ADAM WEISSLER TO JAM-PACKED TWO-NIGHT EVENT ON NOVEMBER 5 & 6 AT GOLD-DIGGERS IN LOS ANGELES PRESENTED BY KCRW

Positive Feedback — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:40:11 +0000

LOS ANGELES, CA (TUESDAY OCTOBER 21, 2025) – Today Independent Project Records (IPR) announce more additions to their two-night 45th anniversary celebration taking place on Wednesday, November 5 and Thursday, November 6 in Los Angeles at Gold-Diggers in Hollywood. Two documentary film screenings related to IPR will be offered prior to the venue’s doors opening... Read More »

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beyerdynamic Returns to the DJ Market With New Customizable Headphones Featuring Interchangeable On-Ear and Over-Ear Pads

Positive Feedback — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:36:12 +0000

HEILBRONN, GERMANY – October 22, 2025 – Today, beyerdynamic steps back into the DJ booth with the launch of the DJ 300 PRO X and DJ 300 PRO X CLUB - the company’s first DJ headphones in over a decade. Both headphones feature a unique 2-in-1 modular design that can instantly switch between on-ear and... Read More »

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Turnbull Audio Launches New Prestige Power Distributor

Positive Feedback — Sat, 18 Oct 2025 15:29:06 +0000

Effective October 15th, Turnbull Audio is proud to announce the launch of the Prestige Power Distributor. Turnbull Audio continues its pursuit of excellence, celebrating its 1 year anniversary with exciting new product introductions that complete the Prestige range. With the mantra “Power Refined”, Turnbull Audio is dedicated to mitigating the harmful effects of noise in... Read More »

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PS Audio To Feature Its Flagship PMG Signature Components at T.H.E. Show New York 2025

Positive Feedback — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:18:52 +0000

At T.H.E Show New York 2025 PS Audio will be showcasing its new top-of-the-line PMG Signature Series components and Aspen loudspeakers in two demonstration rooms hosted by New York area dealer New Life Audio. Featuring a stunning new appearance and touch-sensitive front panel indicators, PMG Signature Series components have been designed from the ground up... Read More »

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VIVID AUDIO GIYA Cu INTRODUCTION

Positive Feedback — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:06:18 +0000

The Vivid Audio Giya Cu retains the iconic looks of the Giya series in an updated (modernized)enclosure which is lighter, stiffer and smoother. In the Giya G3 Cu and Giya G4 Cu models the tapered tubes are now contained within the main enclosure through the use of re-entrant absorbers resulting in a simpler line in... Read More »

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Audience to Debut Its Bellare Loudspeaker Featuring Proprietary Full-Range Drivers at T.H.E. Show New York and Capital Audiofest 2025

Positive Feedback — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 23:55:31 +0000

San Marcos, California, October 9, 2025 – In one of the most significant product introductions in the company’s history, Audience will debut its extraordinary Bellare loudspeaker at two US events: T.H.E. Show New York and Capital Audiofest 2025. As stunning in appearance as it is to listen to, the new Bellare full-range speaker incorporates a... Read More »

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Announcing Sprout HiFi: Compact Audio Components Will Offer Exceptional Performance, Value and Style

Positive Feedback — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:06:25 +0000

– New audio company is founded by industry veteran Scott McGowan – Denver, Colorado, September 29th, 2025 – Announcing the launch of Sprout HiFi: it’s the beginning of a new audio company and a new promise of affordable high-end excellence. Founded by industry veteran Scott McGowan, Sprout HiFi will introduce its first product, a fully revamped... Read More »

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Florida International Audio Expo Gears Up for 8th Annual Event

Positive Feedback — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:24:19 +0000

Tampa, Florida—Sept. 2025—For its eighth annual show, the Florida International Audio Expo returns February 20–22, 2026, to the Sheraton Tampa Brandon Hotel. Attendees from around the globe will converge in Tampa to explore more than 100 exhibit spaces, learn from industry leaders in seminars, and enjoy live music throughout the weekend. “The opportunity to audition... Read More »

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Orchard Audio and Soundfield Audio Unveil 1200 Watt 4-Channel Plate Amplifier at NYC International Audio Show

Positive Feedback — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 16:53:54 +0000

New York, NY — September 18, 2025 — Orchard Audio, in collaboration with Soundfield Audio, is proud to announce the debut of a revolutionary new product at the NYC International Audio Show: a 4-channel, 1200 watt plate amplifier with integrated DSP. A plate amplifier is essentially a self-contained power amp module, typically mounted directly onto... Read More »

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French Manufacturer B.audio launches a New Phono Stage Module

Positive Feedback — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:37:52 +0000

17th September 2025: Englewood, Colorado – Monarch Systems Ltd. distributor of B.audio in the US and Canada announces the release of a new phono stage module from French manufacturer, B.audio. NEW PHONO MODULE French high-end audio electronics specialist and manufacturer B.audio introduce their new optional phono stage module. The module offers users the ability to... Read More »

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World Fusion Meets Flamenco in Gratitude from Steve Mullins and Rim of the Well

Positive Feedback — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 22:32:01 +0000

– Mullins and his ensemble offer reimagined takes on traditional works, and new compositions, in dynamic Pure DSD high-resolution sound – September 17, 2025 – Gratitude by master guitarist Steve Mullins and his band Rim of the Well is the latest release from Octave Records and its blend of flamenco, Balkan, African, Latin and musical... Read More »

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Analogue Productions Releases Limited Run UHQR Reissue of The Jimi Hendrix Experience’s Axis: Bold As Love for First Time in Definitive 45 RPM Stereo and Mono Editions

Positive Feedback — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:39:44 +0000

Newly Remastered by Bernie Grundman from the Original Master Tapes and Pressed at Quality Record Pressings Using Clarity Vinyl® Includes 16-Page Booklet with Session Notes and Essay by Brad Tolinski (Guitar World Magazine) Stereo release limited to 4,500 copies; Mono limited to 2,500 copies "The Axis UHQR cut is amazing — full bodied, detailed, powerful... Read More »

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T+A announces upgrade program for MP 3100 HV: The future for a high-end icon

Positive Feedback — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:51:06 +0000

Herford, September 9, 2025 T+A elektroakustik GmbH & Co. KG today announced the long-awaited upgrade program for its MP 3100 HV reference multi-source SACD player, following on from the MP 2000 RMKII and MP 2500 R. Owners now have the opportunity to schedule appointments to upgrade their devices to the state-of-the-art third-generation T+A streaming architecture... Read More »

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Luxman's New Flagship Phono Amplifier, the E-07

Positive Feedback — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 20:05:17 +0000

We are thrilled to announce the launch of a new milestone in analog playback: the Luxman E-07 Phono Amplifier. This exceptional new product is set to redefine the standards of performance and sound quality in phono amplification. The E-07 is an all-solid-state phono equalizer amplifier that leverages Luxman's extensive experience and expertise in the... Read More »

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Astell&Kern Adds a New Color and New Features to the PD10 Digital Audio Player Line

Positive Feedback — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 20:03:32 +0000

Astell&Kern, a global leader in high-resolution audio products and accessories, announces the PD10 Black, a new color option for the popular PD10 DAP released in May 2025. The PD10 Black will be featured at CanJam SoCal September 13 – 14, 2025 and be available at authorized Astell&Kern dealers in the US for $2,410 and worldwide... Read More »

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A Whole New Universe of Playback: Magnetar Launches MKII Series

Positive Feedback — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:26:43 +0000

Engineered for enthusiasts who demand the best, the UDP900MKII & UDP800MKII deliver reference-level playback across every format with precision-tuned updates inside and out DENVER, CO – CEDIA EXPO 2025 – BOOTH #4137 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 – Magnetar, a leading provider of premium media players and reference-grade disc playback hardware for audiophiles and cinephiles who... Read More »

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Umami Black MC cartridge

Positive Feedback — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:25:48 +0000

Introducing the Umami Black MC cartridge $11,500 The HANA-Umami Black continues the brand’s legacy of “Brilliant and Gorgeous” sound. Master cartridge designer Masao Okada-san of Excel Sound celebrates over 5 decades of innovation and excellence with his new masterpiece, featuring a diamond cantilever and new “OKD” High-Efficiency Moving Coil Generator. The Umami Black is much more than... Read More »

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MONARCH SYSTEMS LTD. Named the Official North American Importer for Garrard Audio Products

Positive Feedback — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 00:55:37 +0000

Effective immediately, Garrard products will be distributed throughout the US & Canada by Monarch Systems Ltd. 1 September, 2025: Englewood, Colorado – Monarch Systems Ltd. is happy to announce our appointment as the official North American distribution partner of Garrard, manufacturer of specialty turntables. The Garrard Engineering and Manufacturing Company was originally formed in 1915... Read More »

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QNET7 NETWORK SWITCH NOW AVAILABLE

Positive Feedback — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:29:14 +0000

Nordost Launches the QNET7 Network Switch: Nordost is proud to announce the official launch of the QNET7, their high-fidelity Layer-2 network switch, following the exclusive "sneak peek" at the High End Show in Munich, Germany this past Spring. The much-anticipated QNET7 is now available to customers at authorized Nordost retailers, worldwide. Engineered from the ground... Read More »

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Come to the Emerald City to hear the Wizards of Audio

Positive Feedback — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:07:00 +0000

“Rumours of my death are greatly exaggerated” ~ Pacific Audio Fest ~ We WILL be back in 2026! Same venue, better dates. September 11-13, 2026 In 2024 we considered making PAF a biennial event, and scheduled the next show for 2026. Turns out everyone wants it to be an annual event. So beginning in 2026 it... Read More »

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PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED FRANK SINATRA PERFORMANCES OF RARE RADIO BROADCASTS FROM SING COMING OCTOBER 3

Positive Feedback — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:04:47 +0000

Multi-Release Physical And Digital Packages Confirmed for 2025 And 2026 First Up is At The Hollywood Bowl 1943-1948 on October 3rd Followed by Christmas on The Air with 5xLP- vinyl exclusive Box Set Long Ago, Far Away, scheduled for Fall/Holiday releases of 2025. SING Spared No Expense on Extensive Audio Restoration Campaign from Original Broadcast... Read More »

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Paul Sawtelle Big Band: Live at Pacific Audiofest

Positive Feedback — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 23:02:28 +0000

Woodinville, WA – Genesis Advanced Technologies and Merrill Audio Advanced Technologies co-sponsored the Friday Night entertainment for show goers at the inaugural Pacific Audiofest in 2022. We hired a local band-leader, Mr. Paul Sawtelle, to put a 17-piece big band together for a concert. “This album was total serendipity,” said Genesis Chief Designer and CEO... Read More »

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Audiophile Day Reaches Significant Milestone in Celebrating Tenth Year on 2 October 2025

Positive Feedback — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:37:20 +0000

Audiophile Day is delighted that its tenth year in 2025 is being commemorated globally to celebrate music and audiophiles around the world. Now officially listed in Chase’s Calendar of Events, Audiophile Day has grown in recognition each year since the first celebration in 2016. The demand for excellent high-fidelity equipment driven by audiophiles significantly impacts... Read More »

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