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At AXPONA 2026 in Chicago, California-based company Ampsandsound introduced three new components at once: the updated Kenzie Reimagined headphone amplifier, the Badlands preamplifier, and the Stereo 17 stereo power amplifier. All three new models continue the brand’s commitment to hand-built construction, classic tube-based design, and highly expressive, musical sound.

Canadian company Paradigm unveiled the second generation of its Premier loudspeaker series at AXPONA 2026, which took place last weekend in Chicago. According to the manufacturer, the new lineup is intended to respond to growing interest in high-quality home audio in a more affordable market segment. The updated family includes six models: the 820F and 720F floorstanders, 220B and 120B bookshelf speakers, the 620C center channel, as well as the versatile 520LCR.

Audio equipment manufacturer Musician has introduced the Musician GEMINI stereophonic power amplifier, operating in Class A/B. The new model is built around a fully balanced concept and is implemented using discrete components. According to the manufacturer, the amplifier was designed with clarity of sound, control, and stability under load as key priorities – “this is not just another power amplifier, but a purpose-built partner for modern High End systems in which signal integrity is no less important than power itself.”

Norwegian brand Ø Audio has introduced the new Ymir floorstanding loudspeaker system – a model that immediately draws attention, especially if you are already familiar with the Icon 12 and Verdande speakers. Like Verdande and Frigg, the new model takes its name from Norse mythology: Ymir is the primordial being and ancestor of the giants. The company emphasizes that Ymir is not an evolution of previous designs, but a completely new development created from the ground up.

French company Advance Paris unveiled its new Nova audio lineup at AXPONA 2026 in Chicago. At launch, the series includes five products: two integrated amplifiers, a streaming module, a bidirectional Bluetooth module, and a proprietary Bluetooth remote control focused on tactile operation. The manufacturer has not yet disclosed pricing or availability.

German company Göbel High End has unveiled its new Divin Monarque floorstanding loudspeakers – an ultra-premium model weighing 380 kg per speaker and priced from 469,000 euros per pair. According to the manufacturer, these loudspeakers are designed for those who find the flagship Divin Majestic too large, but still want a sound level and Göbel’s signature technologies that come as close as possible in a slightly more compact format.

Our latest rating of the best floorstanding speaker systems is compiled from new market releases - here you will find both affordable Hi-Fi models and stratospheric High-End speakers. What unites them is cutting-edge technology, excellent sound, relative genre impartiality, and high power handling. Welcome - smart speaker selection, despite the abundance of contenders on the market, is not as difficult as it seems right now.

Dan D'Agostino Master Audio Systems has introduced the new Momentum C2Z preamplifier. The model made its public debut at AXPONA 2026, which is taking place this weekend in Chicago. The new component is conceived as a logical extension of the Momentum Z platform and, according to the manufacturer, is intended to work as effectively as possible in combination with the Momentum Z monoblocks unveiled earlier this year.

Dynaudio will unveil its new Legend High End loudspeakers for the first time at AXPONA 2026 in Chicago. For the Danish brand, this is not just another model, but a special project in which the emphasis has been placed equally on outstanding sound, expressive visual design, and a high level of handcrafted execution.

Fosi Audio has launched the Fosi Audio Merak CD player. The estimated retail price is $169,99, and the model name refers to a star in the Ursa Major constellation, which is used as a reference point for finding the North Star. The Fosi Audio Merak thus becomes the benchmark for the highest quality CD playback in the affordable segment.

Musical Fidelity has introduced the specialized Nu-Vista Ultra Equipment Rack, designed to accommodate components from the flagship Nu-Vista series. It is a heavy modular structure created for installing large and massive audio equipment. The main emphasis is placed on high mechanical stability, reducing the impact of vibrations, and reliably supporting heavy devices.

German company Kaiser Acoustics has introduced the Kawero Minal, a new loudspeaker system that immediately makes it clear we are dealing with a product designed without compromise. Even from its dimensions, weight, and overall architecture, it is obvious that this is not merely an expensive pair of floorstanding speakers, but a model aimed squarely at the upper High End segment.

Our new editorial rating focuses on compact speaker systems. Bookshelf speakers are advancing in sound quality by leaps and bounds, and all we can do is applaud the latest releases. From the abundance of new models, we have carefully selected eight of the most impressive speakers for every taste and budget.

Shanling has introduced the SM90 network player, a compact device designed not only for music playback over a network, but also to serve as the central hub of a home stereo system. One of the key features of the new model is its HDMI ARC input, which makes it possible to connect a TV directly to a two-channel audio setup, without the need for an AV receiver or soundbar.

Revel is preparing to premiere its new Performa4 loudspeaker lineup, which will be officially introduced at AXPONA 2026. The event will take place from April 10 to 12 at the Schaumburg Convention Center in Chicago. The new series covers a price range from 2 to 7 thousand US dollars per pair and is aimed at the segment where serious stereo systems and home theater setups are most often assembled.