AVALON、「 Tesseract 」についてのQ&Aを公開中。

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Constellation Audio、「 ALTAIR II 」の製品写真。

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Constellation Audio ALTAIR II
￥8,800,000

Kimber Kable、Kimber SelectのUSBケーブル「 KS2400 」シリーズを発売。

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USB Audio has emerged as a premier source for all listeners. The KS-2400 series has broken the mold for mass produced machine built cables. Each is handcrafted using our artisan approach to lift the veil that has been separating you from your digital music. The lower noise floor and increased dynamics across the entire tonal range will deliver a sense of realism that you never knew existed.

Features
・ VariStrand power conductors
・Solid core signal conductors
・ Braided geometry
・ Dual layer frequency optimized shielding
・ Handcrafted in Ogden, Utah USA

Retail Pricing
KS-2416-CU
0.5m $432.50
0.75m $463.75
1.0m $495.00
1.5m $557.50
2.0m $620.00
3.0m $745.00
KS-2426-HB
0.5m $582.50
0.75m $688.75
1.0m $795.00
1.5m $1,007.50
2.0m $1,220.00
3.0m $1,645.00
KS-2436-AG
0.5m $800.00
0.75m $1,007.50
1.0m $1,195.00
1.5m $1,570.00
2.0m $1,945.00
3.0m $2,695.00

 

[KS-2416 Cu]

Handcrafted in the USA
Introducing the select copper KS-2416 from the KS2400 series of Kimber Select USB cables.

Over the past few years computer audio has emerged as a premier source for all listeners. The advantage of storing your music in a lossless format, all in one place and with instant access has become a highly viable alternative to traditional media. Together with a USB enabled DAC, you can enjoy your music like never before.

With these developments comes the need to ensure that the quality of signal produced by high end DACs is not compromised by the cable transferring it. Enter, the new Select range of USB cables from Kimber.

With the success of their B BUS USB cables, Kimber took a step back and looked at how they could improve the cable using Select technology. One immediate issue that had to be addressed was the limitation of mass production – traditional production methods are simply inadequate to achieve the levels of performance required for ultimate musical performance.

With KS-2400 series, Kimber has really broken the mould: each cable is handcrafted by Kimber’s own expert technicians using their artisan approach, the finest materials and finished with bespoke USB plugs.
So what does it sound like?
Well, pretty amazing actually. It’s like the cables capture more music, more detail and with greater accuracy of the instruments or vocals you’re listening to. If you have a high quality USB DAC and you want to hear what it’s really capable of, try one for yourself – we think you’ll be shocked by the difference…

Please note, that the Select range of Kimber USB cables is only available with Type A to Type B plugs.

The KS-2416 Cu is the copper version of the cable, and comes with
・Custom USB plugs (A to B only)
・Solid core copper signal conductors
・VariStrand power conductors
・Braided geometry
・Dual layer frequency optimized shielding
・Handmade by Kimber
・Features Deep Cryogenic Treatment at no extra charge.

 

[KS-2426 HB]

Handcrafted in the USA
Introducing the copper/silver hybrid KS-2426 from the KS2400 series of Kimber Select USB cables.

Over the past few years computer audio has emerged as a premier source for all listeners. The advantage of storing your music in a lossless format, all in one place and with instant access has become a highly viable alternative to traditional media. Together with a USB enabled DAC, you can enjoy your music like never before.

With these developments comes the need to ensure that the quality of signal produced by high end DACs is not compromised by the cable transferring it. Enter, the new Select range of USB cables from Kimber.

With the success of their B BUS USB cables, Kimber took a step back and looked at how they could improve the cable using Select technology. One immediate issue that had to be addressed was the limitation of mass production – traditional production methods are simply inadequate to achieve the levels of performance required for ultimate musical performance.

With KS-2400 series, Kimber has really broken the mould: each cable is handcrafted by Kimber’s own expert technicians using their artisan approach, the finest materials and finished with bespoke USB plugs.

So what does it sound like?
We were impressed with the copper KS-2416, but the hybrid 2426 cable extracts more detail, particularly in the top end. Like the copper 2416, it captures more music, with greater accuracy of the instruments or vocals you’re listening to. If you have a high quality USB DAC and you want to hear what it’s really capable of, try one for yourself – we think you’ll be shocked by the difference…

Please note, that the Select range of Kimber USB cables is only available with Type A to Type B plugs.

The KS-2426 HB is the hybrid version of the cable and adds high purity silver to the mix for even better performance. It comes with
・Custom USB plugs
・Solid core copper and silver conductors
・VariStrand power conductors
・Braided geometry
・Dual layer frequency optimized shielding
・Handmade by Kimber
・Features Deep Cryogenic Treatment at no extra charge.

 

[KS-2436 Ag]

Handcrafted in the USA
Introducing the pure silver KS-2436 from the KS2400 series of Kimber Select USB cables.

Over the past few years computer audio has emerged as a premier source for all listeners. The advantage of storing your music in a lossless format, all in one place and with instant access has become a highly viable alternative to traditional media. Together with a USB enabled DAC, you can enjoy your music like never before.

With these developments comes the need to ensure that the quality of signal produced by high end DACs is not compromised by the cable transferring it. Enter, the new Select range of USB cables from Kimber.

With the success of their B BUS USB cables, Kimber took a step back and looked at how they could improve the cable using Select technology. One immediate issue that had to be addressed was the limitation of mass production – traditional production methods are simply inadequate to achieve the levels of performance required for ultimate musical performance.

With KS-2400 series, Kimber has really broken the mould: each cable is handcrafted by Kimber’s own expert technicians using their artisan approach, the finest materials and finished with bespoke USB plugs.

So what does it sound like?
Well, we were pretty amazed with the copper and hybrid USB cables, but the pure silver 2436 really took performance of our M2Tech Young DAC to a new level. Smooth, detailed with rich dynamics. Again it’s like the cables capture more music, more detail and with greater accuracy of the instruments or vocals you’re listening to. If you’ve a high end USB DAC, look nnot further to hear what it’s really capable of, try one for yourself – we think you’ll be staggered by the difference…

Please note, that the Select range of Kimber USB cables is only available with Type A to Type B plugs.

The KS-2426Ag is the silver version of the cable and comes with purely silver conductors for the ultimate in USB performance. It comes with
・Custom USB plugs
・Solid core silver conductors
・VariStrand power conductors
・Braided geometry
・Dual layer frequency optimized shielding
・Handmade by Kimber
・Features Deep Cryogenic Treatment at no extra charge.

[KS-2416]

[KS-2426]

[KS-2436]

 

 

 

 

 

 

ORPHEUS、新「 Heritage DAC 」を正式発表！！！DSD対応。

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The Heritage D/A Converter is the most famous product of the brand Orpheus. It has just been updated in order to be compatible with all the new features avaliaible on the SACD drive from the same line. DSD is now supported as well as a word clock in order to improve the clocks specifications.

The new D/A Converter Heritage has been updated with brand new features as a new DSD (Direct Stream Direct) input. Moreover, the new DAC is able to clock with external clock incoming from the digital source. If no external clock is used, the Time Lock module will generate the master clock used for all the different stages of the converter in order to minimize the jitter. It also keeps the high level of audio technology in using the several upsampling modules and the unique proprietary D/A converter drive modules with 4 D/A converter IC’s per channel. The scrambling technique is used in order to lower the noise due to the D/A conversion. A firewire and a USB 192KHz input had been integrated also in order to connect the DAC Heritage with a computer in order to use the device as an impressive audio external converter. In order to keep the highest rate of performance, we decided to keep a dual mono architecture. That means that each channel has its own power supply and its own transformer in order to erase all interaction between the channels. The DSP board and the DSP board had also been reviewed in order to integrate all these new features and upgrade the level of the most legendary product from Orpheus.

The D/A converter Heritage is composed by two clearly separated boxes. The box with the LED and the logo Orpheus placed on the front panel is the power supply box. It goal is to convert the noisy AC voltage coming from the electrical net into a DC regulated and clean voltage. The other box, is the the electronic signal box. All the part of the digital signal processing and digital to analog conversion is done inside that box in order to avoid catching the noise coming from the AC/DC voltage conversion. The Orpheus logo goes through the treated aluminum front panel. This involves the use of special mechanical processes and some extra very complex steps. When the unit is turned on, a beautiful backlight illuminates the logo and indicates to the user that the device is ready to operate. The marvelous curve of the front panel of the two separated boxes reminds the wave of the Orpheus logo with class and very refined style. This product is the state of art of audio electronics as well as form point of view of the mechanical design.

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ORPHEUS、「 Heritage SACD 」を正式発表！！！

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The SACD Heritage is the brand new device to read your CD and SACD. It has been developped with all the newest technilogies avaliaible on the market. It integrates the VMK-5 mechanism from Esoteric. This product is composed with a new 4.3″ TFT LCD to display all the new features of this CD / SACD drive.

The Orpheus Heritage line is the state of art of audio performance and design. We are here talking about pure audio performance. The goal is to play the music as it has been precisely recorded on the CD/SACD support without any inappropriate modification of sound. It is obvious that to achieve this goal we don’t have any compromise on the quality of the materials selected and the components used inside the machine. The SACD drive integrates the new mechanism VMK-5 from Esoteric with the VRDS technology that minimizes friction and stresses on the electrical engine. This is why the playback speed is very smooth and the system extremely quiet. A new oversized power supply was used with the newest technologies of AC/DC and DC/DC regulation to have the best audio performances with limited power converted to heat unnecessary in order to increase the components life. A new 4.3 ‘’ LCD screen with more than 16Mio color and a brightness controllable on 255 steps is used. The signal board has been developed to control the correct path of digital data and includes a self monitoring error system. This player also incorporates the new upsampling module Q5 and the new Time Lock clocking system. To get the best audio performance of the D/A converter from the same line, the SACD Heritage integrates a DSD output and a clock out connector in order to minimize the jitter.

The SACD drive Heritage is composed by one stylish treated aluminum box. The front panel incorporates the IR receiver, a standby LED the tray of the SACD mechanism, the LCD screen and the illuminated logo. Some buttons are place on the right side of the device in order to send the commands to the system. The Orpheus logo goes through the treated aluminum front panel. This involves the use of special mechanical processes and some extra very complex steps. When the unit is turned on, a beautiful backlight illuminates the logo and indicates to the user that the device is ready to operate. The marvelous curve of the front panel of the two separated boxes reminds the wave of the Orpheus logo with class and very refined style. This product is the state of art of audio electronics as well as form point of view of the mechanical design.

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Antelope Audioから、DSD対応DAC「 Zodiac Platinum 」登場！！

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Zodiac Platinum
– Allow up to 384K
– Architecture “quadruple” Quad DAC DAC
– The dynamic range of 132 dB
– Analog Volume Control in 0.05 dB

North Star Designから、DSD対応DAC「 Impulso 」「 Excelsio 」「 Supremo 」登場！！！

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Supremo：　Extremo　後継モデル。384-32 DSD DAC
Excelsio：　USB dac 32　後継モデル。
Impulso：　新モデル。
＊Essensio、Essensio plus、Fluxioは継続。

Impulso

Supremo

Excelsio

Gato Audio、DAC搭載プリメインアンプ「 DIA-250 」「 DIA-400 」を正式発表。

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DIA-250  Integrated Amplifier with DAC and digital inputs　　メーカーサイト
DIA-400 Integrated Amplifier with DAC and digital inputs　　メーカーサイト

 

[DIA-250]

The Gato Audio DIA-250 Integrated Amplifier with digital inputs is designed and built to a vision of combining technology, power, sonic performance, connectivity, versatility, stunning looks and compact design.

Class-D with smooth analogue music   The DIA-250 amplifier offers a state of the art Class-D output stage with dedicated and optimized switch mode power supplies. The multiple stage power amplifier is built around proven technology from International Rectifier, optimized with a precision high frequency oscillator and PWM modulator. A pair of precision switching MOS-FET transistors, with super low on-resistance ensures the high frequency switching is done perfectly and with as little loss as possible. The output filters are made from quality PP capacitors and low DCR coils, converting the high power PWM signals back into detailed and smooth analogue music.

More than just an Amp   The built-in D/A converter offers real high end performance, enabled by the use of a dedicated power supply, a balanced-drive Burr-Brown PCM1794 D/A converter, an optimized high bandwidth I/V converter, and an analogue stage with low-Q, low pass filters. All digital inputs are upsampled to 24bit/192kHz. This D/A converter will upgrade any digital source – such as wired or wireless streaming from your computer or CD drive – to a high end level of detail and musical performance.

Versatility and Connectivity   We had our eye on versatility and connectivity when designing this amplifier. The DIA-250 offers not only a wide range of digital and analogue inputs, but also line outputs, a trigger signal for external power amplifiers, and a configurable home theater input. The HT input can turn the amplifier into a fixed level power amplifier for use in a surround setup, without compromising the sonic performance.

Features:
2x 250W@8ohm / 2x 500W@4ohm
 Class D output stage
Built in 24bit/192kHz D/A converter with upsampling
Coax, optical and asynchronous USB digital input up to 24bit/192kHz
Accepts digital streaming directly from Apple iPad
Two unbalanced and one balanced inputs
Nonmagnetic enclosure
Direct function; enables use in home theater sytems

 

[DIA-400]

The Gato Audio DIA-400 Integrated Amplifier with digital inputs is designed and built to a vision of combining technology, power, sonic performance, connectivity, versatility, stunning looks and compact design.

Class-D with smooth analogue music   The DIA-400 amplifier offers a state of the art Class-D output stage with dedicated and optimized switch mode power supplies. The multiple stage power amplifier is built around proven technology from International Rectifier, optimized with a precision high frequency oscillator and PWM modulator. A pair of precision switching MOS-FET transistors, with super low on-resistance ensures the high frequency switching is done perfectly and with as little loss as possible. The output filters are made from quality PP capacitors and low DCR coils, converting the high power PWM signals back into detailed and smooth analogue music.

More than just an Amp   The built-in D/A converter offers real high end performance, enabled by the use of a dedicated power supply, a balanced-drive Burr-Brown PCM1794 D/A converter, an optimized high bandwidth I/V converter, and an analogue stage with low-Q, low pass filters. All digital inputs are upsampled to 24bit/192kHz. This D/A converter will upgrade any digital source – such as wired or wireless streaming from your computer or CD drive – to a high end level of detail and musical performance.

Versatility and Connectivity   We had our eye on versatility and connectivity when designing this amplifier. The DIA-400 offers not only a wide range of digital and analogue inputs, but also line outputs, a trigger signal for external power amplifiers, and a configurable home theater input. The HT input can turn the amplifier into a fixed level power amplifier for use in a surround setup, without compromising the sonic performance.

Features:
2x 400W@8ohm / 2x 800W@4ohm
 Class D output stage  Built in 24bit/192kHz D/A converter with upsampling
Coax, optical and asynchronous USB digital input up to 24bit/192kHz
Accepts digital streaming directly from Apple iPad
Two unbalanced and one balanced inputs
Nonmagnetic enclosure
Direct function; enables use in home theater sytems

NuForce、AV Preamp-Processor 「 AVP-18 」を発売へ。

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NuForce AVP-18　MSRP $1,095

High-End All-Digital Preamp-Processor with Fully Customizable Features for Serious AV Enthusiasts .

The NuForce AVP-18 all-digital HT preamp/processor offers dedicated AV enthusiasts true, 24/192 digital audio performance and superb HD video at an amazing price. With four HDMI inputs, two optical and two coaxial S/PDIF inputs, the AVP-18 easily accommodates the most complex system configurations.

 

Supported digital audio formats include:
■  PCM Audio 44.1kHz – 192kHz
■  iDTS-HD Master Audio
■  DTS Neo:6
■  Dolby TrueHD
■  Dolby Pro Logic Iix
■  Dolby Pro Logic Iiz

In order to focus on the purest possible digital-to-analog conversion (DAC), the AVP-18 accepts only digital sources, thus permitting the DAC and following analog stages to include the same innovative technology utilized in several of NuForce’s high-end audio DACs. In addition, the AVP-18 offers audiophile-grade analog circuitry throughout, along with a high-precision 8-channel analog volume control and superior-quality RCA output connectors, all of which contribute to the AVP-18’s pristine clarity.   Unlike many similar processors, switching between HDMI inputs on the AVP-18 is smooth and precise. The HDMI output and all four HDMI inputs are fully HDMI 1.4 compliant with 3-D, CEC and SRC support. For the last word in flexibility, the AVP-18 also accepts an ARC input from your TV. Indeed, the AVP-18 is so feature-packed we can’t list everything here. (For further information, please see Features section below.)   While casual users will find initial setup a breeze, the AVP-18 still provides the demanding audiophile all of the controls necessary to customize performance to the highest levels of precision. To get started, connect your digital sources, plug in the calibration microphone (included), and activate the automatic multi-channel room correction software to adjust for the inevitable acoustic anomalies typical of most rooms. Once done and with all settings now stored in memory, you can start enjoying the latest HD audio and video media with the assurance that you are experiencing the kind of accurate, transparent and musical sound upon which NuForce’s reputation rests.   While the AVP-18’s automatic calibration routine makes getting started simple and straightforward, the serious audiophile still has the opportunity to seek perfection by way of an advanced array of calibration options including:

■  Quadruple-bass-management settings
■  Eleven programmable, fully parametric equalizers per channel
■  Adjustable speaker crossover points, slopes and alignment types
■  Front channel bi-amplification capability

With the AVP-18 as its cornerstone, you’ll have the ideal foundation for building the ultimate audiophile HT system. Add one of our highly acclaimed MCH Series multi-channel amplifiers, a full compliment of our award winning Reference Series mono-block amplifiers, or some combination thereof and you’ll find yourself immersed in a universe of true audiophile cinema and sound.       Features include:

■  Fully HDMI 1.4 compliant
■  Supports the latest HD audio decoding; including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS Master, DTS Hi Res, etc.
■  HD audio decoding compatible with Dolby Digital (EX), DTS, DTS ES (D6.1, M6.1), DTS 96/24 or 192K 7.1 CH PCM
■  Matrix decoding functions such as Dolby Pro Logic, DTS Neo:6
■  Intelligent room acoustics analysis:
■  Automated or manual room acoustics/speaker equalization option
■  Powerful quadruple bass management for individual adjustment of front, center, surround, and rear speakers
■  Digital crossover filters with selectable slopes for bi-amplification of speakers
■ Eleven programmable, fully parametric equalizers per channel
■  Four (4) HDMI inputs and one (1) HDMI output employing high-speed switching technology
■  Supports HDMI 1080P, YUV, RGB, DVI, HD audio, and 8 CH LPCM
■  3D video playback compatibility
■  HDMI CEC control
■  HDMI ARC audio return
■  Video input compatibility: HDMI/DVI, 480P, 576P, 720P50, 720P60, 1080i 50, 1080i 60, 1080P 50, 1080P 60, 1080P 24

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B&Wから、Maseratiとの提携を記念して「 805 Maserati Edition 」登場！！！805 Diamondの限定バージョン。

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日本では5月23日発表予定？
「805 Diamond 」と「 P5 」にMaserati Editionが限定登場とのことです。

Bowers & Wilkins innovation meets Maserati style in this superb high performance loudspeaker. The 805 is the stand-mounted model in our flagship 800 Series Diamond speaker range, the choice of famous recording studios and revered by serious audio enthusiasts for their stunningly realistic sound quality. This limited edition model reflects the opulent yet understated design of a Maserati car interior, featuring luxury black Maserati leather, birdseye maple real wood veneer and Maserati’s Trident on the integrated stand.

 

In this magnificent speaker Bowers & Wilkins innovations combined with the style of a luxury car Maserati. Mounted on stand 805-I refers to the flagship 800 Series Diamond, which is set in the most famous recording studios and highly regarded for serious audio enthusiasts striking realism of sound. 805 Maserati Edition implements the same audiophile-level technology and has the same great sound as the usual 805 Diamond, but it is made of materials that reflect the establishment of partnerships between the Bowers & Wilkins and Maserati.

Produced a limited edition of 805 Maserati Edition reflect the rich, but at the same time restrained trim cars Maserati – with a luxurious black leather from Maserati on the front, natural maple veneer pattern “bird’s eye” and with a brand Maserati trident on the stand. Stand is an integral part of the 805 Maserati Edition, and finished in exactly the same veneer. Maserati logo on the base plate – a tribute to cooperate. Buy column can only be with the stand.

Advanced performance 805 Maserati Edition general public agreed with the holding of events in the tour “Seven Notes» – «Seven Note». First speaker was introduced on May 9 China’s press and appeared on a Chinese website Bowers & Wilkins. Then all of Japan – the 23rd of May and finally to all the other sites 805th will be the 6th of June, to coincide with the «Seven Note» in Los Angeles.

The site Bowers & Wilkins speakers 805 Maserati Edition will be assigned to a separate page as long as it is not officially available for sale at the end of 2013.