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HiFiVerse is a matching system between audiophiles and Hi-Fi and High End equipment sellers (dealers, distributors, manufacturers, private sellers) - in which the audiophile describes his requests and needs for further upgrades (or for creating a system from scratch). And the electronics seller (dealer) offers this particular client targeted offers, collected on those products that are ideally suited specifically to this request.

Musical Fidelity has introduced a new phonopreamplifier in its flagship M series – the M8x Vinyl. The phonopreamplifier builds on the success of the previous M6x Vinyl model and offers improved technical and sound characteristics.

The Italian company Riviera Audio Labs has introduced a new tube preamplifier APL1. The new preamp offers two balanced XLR inputs, thus being located in the model range one step above the APL10.

The updated Chord Hugo TT2 digital-to-analog converter inherits the features of its predecessors but has received a noticeably more powerful decoding system (five times more than the original Hugo and twice as powerful as Hugo 2). Enclosed in a stylish compact case by John Franks made of milled aluminum, the device turned out to be very impressive on our test bench - throughout the review stage, we did not cease to be amazed by the capabilities of this little one.

The Croatian company Limestone has introduced the Limestone PP1 mono power amplifier, which uses KT88 tubes. The model is housed in an “armor-piercing” case made of 1.5 mm stainless steel. Kerrock decorative panels add exquisite touches and allow the devices to fit into any interior.

The Scottish company Fyne Audio has introduced a line of acoustic systems, the design of which is inspired by the golden era of Hi-Fi, but developed taking into account modern requirements and technologies – Fyne Audio Vintage Classic Gold SP. The new series includes four models: Classic Gold VIII SP, Classic Gold X SP, Classic Gold XII SP and Classic Gold XV SP.

Kondo Audio Note Japan has introduced the new GE-7i vacuum tube phono preamplifier. The manufacturer emphasizes that the new product is neither a simplified version of the GE-10 model, nor an improved version of the GE-1 phono preamplifier, but offers its own new solution in the field of ultimate correction of the signal from a vinyl record.

The legendary Kondo Audio Note Japan brand has announced the release of its latest preamplifier, the G-700i. The manufacturer states that this model was developed as a linear preamplifier that combines the rich and mature sound of the G-70 with the power of the flagship G-1000.

With the growing interest in vinyl and turntables year after year, we couldn’t stay away and tested the “classic of the genre” – the British Michell Orbe SE turntable. This device, housed in a small case and offered at a relatively modest price by modern High End standards, is, in our opinion, an example for many manufacturers. But first things first.

The first loudspeakers of the ProAc Response series made a splash in the Hi-Fi market at the end of the 20th century – compact speakers provided incredible panchy bass and mind-blowing dynamics. Today, the legendary series of the British company is still in service – we review the new ProAc Response DT8 speakers, which inherit all the family features of past generations of Response-series.

Pitt & Giblin presented amazing CAST speakers, created in collaboration with Australian industrial designer Tom Fereday. The acoustics are designed in cast aluminum cases and use cast aluminum horns.

Semmaa Audio has introduced the REALITY ONE acoustic systems, the first company’s product with unimaginable sound quality for larger and smaller rooms. The loudspeakers use a configuration with 3 loose adjustable elements for optimal phase behavior and offer a loose separation filter to control the elements separately with different cables.

The German company Beyerdynamic has released the second generation of popular headphones designed for both home and studio use, Beyerdynamic DT 1770 Pro MKII with a closed acoustic design and DT 1990 Pro MKII in an open configuration.

The Serbian company NAT Audio has introduced the NAT Transmitter EVO tube monoblock amplifier – the best amplifier in the Transmitter series to date, according to the manufacturer.

Swiss high-end audio manufacturer Goldmund has teamed up with suitcase manufacturer Pinel et Pinel and contemporary artist Cyril Kongo to create the Apologue Ultimate Pinelet Pinel & Cyril Kongo edition speakers. Limited to just 20 pairs, these speakers combine high-end audio with artistic craftsmanship, turning each piece into an art object.

The pinnacle of audio technology is expensive, the PIVETTA Silente Nanofluid amplifier costs astronomical 126,000 euros! For those who demand the best sound quality, this technological pearl will be a worthy investment.

TEAC has introduced the TEAC HA-507, a High End headphone amplifier that can also be used as a purely analog preamplifier. The TEAC HA-507 model is made as a fully balanced scheme with a “dual mono” configuration and is capable of providing an output power of up to 6.7 Wt per channel when driving headphones with a nominal impedance of 32 ohms with a balanced connection, which makes it suitable for working with a wide range of headphones.

The Polish company LampizatOr and its head, Łukasz Fikus, are among those people who are changing the landscape of modern High End sound. The first digital-to-analog converter Atlantic 1 DAC was presented to the public five years ago, and today the company has significantly modernized the device – this is how LampizatOr Atlantic 3 TRP appeared.

VPI Industries has unveiled its new turntable, part of the VPI Forever series. Model One, as the company says, "is a new era of performance and modularity, paying tribute to over 45 years of VPI heritage".

The famous American manufacturer of vinyl turntables VPI Industries has lifted the veil of secrecy over its new VPI S-Tonearm. This incredibly looking product is strikingly different from the branded tonearms of previous series and uses other principles.

Italian company Gold Note has offered first time since ten years a dedicated solution for headphones – an amplifier with a wide range of customization options. According to the manufacturer, the Gold Note HP-10 model has revolutionized the field of headphone listening. Gold Note HP-10 is an innovative amplifier that is designed not only to drive headphones – it breathes the spirit of music into them.

Grado Labs realizes Signature HP100 SE Headphones – High End model with redesigned 52 mm dynamic driver based on a paper composite cone, aluminum voice coil and high-flux magnetic circuit.

When we talk about a High End R2R tape recorder, we remember the Studer A810. Although new machines from famous brands are gradually appearing on the market, no one can eclipse the glory of the hero. Today, a working device can be found on the second-hand market – and many private craftsmen and restoration companies guarantee decent service for the model.

Pro-Ject has announced what is perhaps its most ambitious turntable yet, The Classic Reference Turntable. The company's announcement reads: “One of our career highlights was to create a superlative sounding and looking turntable with the world-famous Vienna Philharmonics for their 175 birthday.

A little over twenty years ago, the British company Musical Fidelity released its first turntable, the M1. The design of the Musical Fidelity M1, created by the company’s founder Antony Michaelson together with Heinz Lichtenegger from the Austrian company Pro-Ject, literally caught the eye.

The German manufacturer of High End audio equipment T+A has introduced the third generation of its universal digital source MP 3100 HV Gen 3. The player is equipped with an SACD/CD drive, as well as a network streamer and a high-quality DAC with various digital inputs.

We recently released a review of the Devialet Expert 220 Pro integrated amplifier – and now the model range of the famous French company has been updated. So, Devialet Astra is presented – according to the company, this is a real Rubicon for good sound.

British brand QUAD has announced the revival of its legendary QUAD 33 preamplifier and QUAD 303 power amplifier, originally made in 1967. These classic amps have been reimagined, offering a modern take on design.

The Italian company Unison Research has presented a special version of one of the company's most successful products – the Unison Research Triode 25 integrated amp. This version features an exclusive bronze finish, glossy black front panel and a body made of dark anodized metal.

Just released by a famous Spanish company Audionostrum Titan loudspeakers system (the first in ”Monitor Luxury” series) based on characteristics of Jupiter speaker, but uses special “Studio Monitor” design.

hARt Lab Tune Two is a new High End preamplifier with on-board digital-to analog converter, streamer, phonostage and headphones output. According to the company, the model uses best volume attenuation technology and enhances the audio signal with direct tube output (single Class-A tube stage amplification) or hybrid output.

Wilson Benesch company considers that the cantilever to be the most critical part of a vinyl cartridge - that's why the company's new model, the TESSELLATE Ti, sports an innovative «needle holder» system. The cantilever in this model is made of state-of-the-art materials and is designed using a hybrid diamond and carbon scheme.

The new version of the critically acclaimed Ø Audio Icon speakers - Icon 12 is scheduled to hit store shelves in the first quarter of 2025. According to the company, the loudspeakers provide high efficiency and detailed, natural sound.

The innovative integrated amplifier Devialet D-Premier was first presented at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show, after the device earned a standing ovation from both the specialized press and audiophiles.

Metaxas & Sins proudly presents Tape Transport Squelette – the world’s first reel-to-reel transport that does not use any kind of pinch rollers. The R2R-transport operates on the basis of dual capstan – and all moving parts have their own direct-driven motors!

AudioSolutions company perented Figaro BL2 in new color finish – now bockshelf loudspeakers availble in British Racing Green. Technical specification are the same as standart AudioSolutions Figaro BL2 – each two-way speakers weight 39.7 lbs and uses 19 mm silk dome tweeter and 183 mm ER paper cone Extended-Band driver, allowing to push crossover frequencies of the drivers further away from the 1 000-1 500 Hz.

When it comes to High End acoustics, the first company that comes to mind is Wilson Audio, an American trendsetter in the field of high-quality sound reproduction that has repeatedly turned our ideas about how home speakers should sound upside down. Today, with the appearance of the Wilson Audio Sasha V model on the market, we can talk about it once again and can see a really gamechanger loudspeakers.

British company AVID has announced its first new turntable since 2018 – the Acutus Dark Iron, which replaces the previous Acutus Dark Limited Edition model.

Japanese company Marantz introduced a new generation of premium stereo components — 10 Series, which includes the network preamplifier LINK 10n.

Polish High End audio brand XACT has introduced the new XACT S1 EVO audio server, designed for the most demanding audiophiles. With several key enhancements, S1 EVO redefines digital audio playback, offering unprecedented precision and clarity.

Gryphon Audio Designs is a company with an unquestionable reputation in the upper echelon audio market. The Danish company, which became a legend back in the 80s of the XX century, is still a trendsetter in the High End industry today - primarily in the field of amplification. Mephisto Stereo, one of the top models in the Gryphon's product line, reflects all the company's developments over its long history.