TECHNICS: SU-R1000 Integrated Amplifier $9,995

The Active Distortion Cancelling Technology newly developed by Technics accurately extracts and removes distortion in the power output stage which is generated by the speaker’s counter electromotive force and voltage drops. In the Hi-Fi audio market where an unlimited number of audio systems can be configured by combining various products, high-end audio amplifiers need to […]

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OPEN REEL DECKS: Akai GX-747, Philips N4520, Tandberg TD-20A, Technics RS-1500US, Technics RS-1800 and Teac 7300

These are notes I made for a letter to the editor of Hi-Fi World after a particularly interesting feature re Reel to Reel machines in the February 2008 issue. I didn’t get around to sending it. Dear David. The Neville Roberts feature “The Reel Thing” ( February 2008) was a joy to read. Not only […]

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DYNAVECTOR: DV10x5 MC phono cartridge – test review. Stereophile Magazine.

The plumber’s here, and he says we need a new hot-water heater because the one we have now isn’t maintaining the correct water temperature, and because it’s been in use for nine years. “And the thing is, this is a five-year heater.” I responded by repeating his last six words, only louder, and with decorations. […]

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ROTEL: Intros 3 New MKII Integrated Amplifiers: A14 MKII, RA-1572 MKII & RA-1592 MKII @ NOVO

“Rotel has just announced that it will be releasing new, upgraded versions of its award-winning integrated amplifiers with the MKII designation. The new models include circuit design innovations and component level changes in key circuit locations, leveraging the design elements from the acclaimed Michi Series. The A14MKII, RA-1572MKII and RA-1592MKII are the proud recipients of […]

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TRIO KENWOOD KT-917: Certainly in the top 3 most desired vintage FM tuners

The above image comes from hifiengine Hello gentlemen. What can you tell me about the Kenwood Kt 917 which I believe was badged trio in the UK. Thanks in advance. Ralph Thank you Ralph. In matters like this we always defer to http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/ Here is what they have to say: (1979, $1,000, photo, schematic, detector/MPX […]

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AUDIO TECHNICA: The ATH-S220BT and the ATH-M50xBT2 headphones

Audio-Technica has introduced two new wireless headphones in the shape of the ATH-S220BT and the ATH-M50xBT2. The Japanese company says the former: “offers exceptional audio reproduction with crystal-clear call clarity”. With a claimed 60-hour battery life and support so that a 10-minute charge will top the battery up by 3.5 hours, the ATH-S220BT also incorporates […]

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