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Technics doubles down on fidelity with SL-1500CS and ΔΣ-Drive tech
hi-fi5 days ago

Technics doubles down on fidelity with SL-1500CS and ΔΣ-Drive tech

Technics has introduced the SL-1500CS, an updated version of its popular SL-1500C, featuring the ΔΣ-Drive motor tech first seen on higher-end models to further cut motor vibrations and improve rotation accuracy. The turntable preserves the SL-1500C’s strong build (iron-coreless direct drive, S-shaped tonearm, built-in MM phono stage) and adds a metallic grey finish. It ships in March 2026 for £1099, continuing Technics’ premium direct-drive line and offering enthusiasts a refined vinyl replay experience.

via What Hi-Fi?|
#delta-sigma-drive#hi-fi#sl-1500cs
This Week’s Hottest Gadget Drops: Premium Turntables, Earbuds, and Hi‑Fi Upgrades
technology13 days ago

This Week’s Hottest Gadget Drops: Premium Turntables, Earbuds, and Hi‑Fi Upgrades

Gear Patrol rounds up the past week’s notable gadget releases across audio and home tech, highlighting premium turntables, flagship wireless earbuds, high-end preamps and integrated amps, affordable Atmos-enabled sound systems, and new studio monitors and subwoofers—from Teac’s turquoise TN-400BTX/TB to Sony’s WF-1000XM6, MoFi UltraPhono Pro, Majority Bowfell Halo Atmos, Ultrafide Enso INT-125, Mophie Gallery Edition Powerstation, JBL 4369, Arendal 1610, Dali V-16 F, and Noble Spectre.

via Gear Patrol|
#audio-gear#gadgets#hi-fi
Limited Editions and Fresh Audio Gear Lead This Week's Gadget Roundup
gadgets20 days ago

Limited Editions and Fresh Audio Gear Lead This Week's Gadget Roundup

Gear Patrol’s weekly roundup highlights notable new gadget launches, from Analogue’s Prototype Editions of the reimagined 3D N64 to copper-edition Astell&Kern SP4000, Canon’s 30th-anniversary PowerShot G7 X III, Revival Audio’s Grande Réserve loudspeakers, and Esoteric’s N-05XE/S-05XE upgrades. Rounding out the list are Ikea’s Grejsimojs portable speaker, Logitech G325 Lightspeed headset, Arcam Radia speakers, Asus Rog Kithara open-back headphones, and Twelve South PowerCapsule, illustrating continued momentum in hi‑fi, portable audio, and gaming gear with limited runs and budget options.

via Gear Patrol|
#audio#gadgets#gaming
This Week in Hi‑Fi and Gadgets: 12 Fresh Releases to Know
technology27 days ago

This Week in Hi‑Fi and Gadgets: 12 Fresh Releases to Know

Gear Patrol highlights 12 notable new releases from the past week spanning turntable gear, hi‑fi amps, speakers, USB‑C headphones, and premium camera optics—from Sonos’s new streaming amplifier and JBL L100 Classic 80 to Apple’s second‑generation AirTags, plus a slate of premium audio gear (Pro‑Ject Pre Box S3, Sumiko Oriole cartridge, Sennheiser HD 400U, Fosi BT20A Max, Roksan Caspian 4G Pre‑amp and Power Amp, Audeze LCD‑5 with SLAM), a limited‑edition Ruark radiogram, and Leica Noctilux M 35mm F1.2 Asph lens.

via Gear Patrol|
#apple-airtag#audio-gear#headphones
Sony debuts two minimalist, fully automatic Bluetooth turntables
hi-fi1 month ago

Sony debuts two minimalist, fully automatic Bluetooth turntables

Sony has launched two minimalist, fully automatic Bluetooth turntables—PS-LX3BT and PS-LX5BT—each with a built‑in phono stage and three‑level gain. They share a user‑friendly design with a switchable 7in/12in tonearm and 33/45rpm speeds; the LX3BT uses a captive output cable, while the LX5BT adds a dedicated output and an upgraded MM cartridge. Both support aptX Adaptive for high‑quality wireless listening and are priced around £299 for the LX3BT and £399 for the LX5BT.

via What Hi-Fi?|
#bluetooth-turntables#hi-fi#ps-lx3bt
Edifier S880DB MKII proves budget speakers can punch above their weight
technology1 month ago

Edifier S880DB MKII proves budget speakers can punch above their weight

A Tom's Guide review by Erin Bashford praises the Edifier S880DB MKII desktop speakers as premium-sounding and feature-packed for their $449 price. The design blends cream and wood with substantial build quality, and the five connectivity options (RCA, 3.5mm, USB-C, optical, Bluetooth) make them versatile for turntables, TVs, and more. The addition of a dedicated subwoofer out on the MKII lets you enhance bass without sacrificing space, and the speakers still deliver strong, room-filling sound even without a sub. Bashford calls Edifier’s offering a standout that shifts the perception of “budget” brands, delivering high-end performance in a compact footprint—one of the best desktop setups she’s heard in years.

via Tom's Guide|
#budget#edifier#hi-fi
Top 9 Must-See New Gadgets
technology6 months ago

Top 9 Must-See New Gadgets

The article highlights the week's notable tech and gadget releases, including Lamborghini-edition speakers, Insta360's first drone with 8K video, vintage-inspired Fender guitars, new KEF speakers, HTC's smart glasses, Harman Kardon soundbar, Fosi's first turntable, a magnetic iPad charger, Campfire's in-ear monitors, and more, showcasing innovations across audio, visual, and wearable tech.

via Gear Patrol|
#audio#gadgets#hi-fi
"Introducing KEF's Affordable LSX II LT Wireless HiFi Speakers with AirPlay"
technology2 years ago

"Introducing KEF's Affordable LSX II LT Wireless HiFi Speakers with AirPlay"

KEF has launched the LSX II LT Wireless Hi-Fi Speakers, a more affordable version of its LSX lineup, priced at $1,000, down from $1,400. The speakers offer pristine sound, diverse wireless connectivity, and a sleek design, with features such as multi-room connectivity, wireless streaming options, and a variety of wired connectivity options. The LSX II LTs cater to digital-loving users and come in new colors. They do not feature wireless connectivity between the speakers and require a physical connection using a specially designed C-Link USB-C PD interspeaker connection cable.

via Digital Trends|
#audio#hi-fi#kef
"Top Audio Products at CES 2024: A Roundup of the Best in TV, Audio, and Wireless Headphones"
technology2 years ago

"Top Audio Products at CES 2024: A Roundup of the Best in TV, Audio, and Wireless Headphones"

CES 2024 showcased a range of exciting TV and audio products, including LG's transparent OLED TV, Panasonic's Z95A flagship TV with Amazon's Fire OS, TCL's 115-inch QM89 TV with impressive specs, Hisense's ULED X range with high-end screen technology, Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds with improved ANC, Victrola's Stream Sapphire turntable with wireless streaming capabilities, Focal's Aria Evo X speakers with significant improvements, Sonus Faber's Suprema system with a hefty price tag, Audio Pro's C20 all-in-one speaker system, and FiiO's retro CP-13 cassette player. Additionally, Samsung introduced the Music Frame wireless speaker designed for use with soundbars or TVs.

via What Hi-Fi?|
#audio#ces-2024#hi-fi
"Top Audio Highlights from CES 2024"
technology2 years ago

"Top Audio Highlights from CES 2024"

CES 2024 showcased exciting hi-fi announcements, including Sonus Faber's Suprema loudspeaker system, Focal's Aria Evo X speaker range, FiiO's R9 desktop streamer and headphone amp/DAC, Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4 earbuds, Audio Pro's C20 flagship speaker, McIntosh's MC2.1KW Monoblock Power Amplifier, Victrola's Stream Sapphire turntable, JBL's Xtreme 4 Bluetooth speaker, and Roon's Nucleus Titan server. These products offer impressive features and advancements in hi-fi technology, catering to audiophiles with varying budgets and preferences.

via What Hi-Fi?|
#amplifiers#audio#ces-2024