3boxs
Dual AES/EBU
MSB ProISL
Aurender N50 WorldPremiere in Seoul
Ypsilon Electronics PST 100 Anniversary Edition Pre Amplifier
World Premiere Audio Show Deluxe on March 22-23, Whittlebury Park Melbourne room
The Anniversary preamp was developed to celebrate our 30 years since we formed the company. It was an exercise to take the performance of our SE preamp to a higher level.
In addition to the SE model :The transformer attenuators are made with custom nanocrystalline core material
It has a special ultra pure topology in the active gain stage using silver wound nanocrystalline transformers at input and output. No cap in the signal path.
It’s all point to point wired with ultra pure silver wire.
It uses only high quality film capacitors (no electrolytics) in the power supply and also very high inductance double C-core amorphous choke filter.The anniversary preamp uses the same C3m tubes ,1 per ch., and rectifier tube.
The front display is our newest design with large characters and selectable colors from the settings menu of the preamp.
New Software Update for XACT S1 & S1 EVO
Aurender N50 Network Transport
Aurender W1 System
Chesky Records Reissued in MQA format The Ultimate Demonstration Disc
SCANSONIC HD NEW M Series M30.2, M20.2, M15.2
The All New Scansonic M-Series
Introducing the all new Scansonic M-series – filled with trickledown technology from the multi award winning sister company Raidho, and featuring high-resolution sound, known from much more expensive speakers.
The M-series is a high-performance range which features a unique ribbon tweeter for clear and highly detailed upper frequencies, as well as specially designed honeycomb Kevlar woofers which offer superior rigidity and performance. Meanwhile, large passive bass drivers on the rear panel add controlled bass and body to each speaker.
The new M-series features larger, heavily braced cabinets compared with the original M-series, adding to a richer depth of sound, and a striking, sleek angular design, making this speaker range slip into any modern living room with ease. At the same time packing a mighty punch using multiple drivers. A stunning combination.
Ribbon Tweeter
The M-series range features Kapton membrane sealed ribbon tweeters. These high-resolution tweeters promise an extremely fast, vivid and wide frequency response, allowing for an exceptionally open and detailed sound at the top end of the frequency spectrum.
It was clear to Scansonic from the very beginning, that some core techniques from the Raidho speakers would be of great importance: The speakers had to be designed around a ribbon tweeter that works with at super lightweight diaphragm that is sealed around the edges to allow for a seamless transition to the midrange region.
Honeycomb Kevlar Cones
The new M-series speakers’ midrange/bass drivers provide a ridged, open and three-dimensional midrange, along with a cleaner, faster bass with a more significant punch and attack. These improvements are thanks to the refined bass and midrange drivers that feature advanced honeycomb-enforced Kevlar cones, combined with a powerful magnet system.
Passive Bass Drivers
Brand new to the M-series is a new sealed cabinet design, with dual passive bass drivers for a more powerful experience. The large oval shaped passive drivers are specially tuned to give the speaker a rich, full bodied sound signature. With their own black cloth grille, the rear drivers are concealed away aiding in the sleek, modern look.
The latest evolution of the M-Series
The latest evolution of Scansonic’s M-series loudspeakers is now available in Australia. The M15.2, M20.2, and M30.2 are the latest loudspeakers from Scandinavian brand.
Like the MB-B Series, the new M-Series is based on technologies that originated in the world-renowned Raidho Acoustics speakers. The M-series features a range of affordable speakers where the goal is to offer a very high-quality level, all wrapped in classical and authentic Scandinavian design.
Scansonic HD M30.2 Floorstanding Speakers Pair Black
The flagship speaker of the range, the M30.2 features a 3-way design with dedicated ribbon tweeter, midrange, and bass drivers. Rather than employing a bass reflex ported design, the new M-series is a sealed cabinet with additional passive bass drivers on the rear. The M30.2 features two 6″ x 9″ oval passive drivers adding to its rich, full bodied sound.
Like other speakers in the new M-series, the M30.2 features a bold design, with straight lines and angular features like the angled top plate and angled front corners. This gives this new range a truly unique look and cements that the Danish company is still bringing a sleek Scandinavian design aesthetic with modern sensibilities to this all new range.
Key Features:
• 3-way floorstanding speakers
• Neodymium Kapton ribbon tweeter for effortless clarity and detail
• 1 x 4″ honeycomb Kevlar midrange
• 2 x 6.5″ honeycomb Kevlar woofers
• 2 x 6″ x 9″ passive bass radiator for dynamic bass
• Heavy duty spiked feet
• Authentic Scandinavian design
• Silk Black painted finish
• Black fabric grilles for front and rear
Scansonic HD M20.2 Floorstanding Speakers Pair Black
The mid-sized speaker of the range, the M20.2 features a 2.5-way design with dedicated ribbon tweeter, and dual mid/bass drivers. Additionally, rather than employing a bass reflex ported design, the new M-series is a sealed cabinet with dual passive bass drivers on the rear. The M20.2 features two 6″ x 9″ oval passive drivers adding to its rich, full bodied sound.
Like other speakers in the new M-series, the M20.2 features a bold design, with straight lines and angular features like the angled top plate and angled front corners. This gives this new range a truly unique look and cements that the Danish company is still bringing a sleek Scandinavian design aesthetic with modern sensibilities to this all new range.
Key Features:
• 2.5-way floorstanding speakers
• Neodymium Kapton ribbon tweeter for effortless clarity and detail
• 2 x 5.25″ honeycomb Kevlar mid/bass woofers
• 2 x 6″ x 9″ passive bass radiator for dynamic bass
• Heavy duty spiked feet
• Authentic Scandinavian design
• Silk Black painted finish
• Black fabric grilles for front and rear
Scansonic HD M15.2 Bookshelf Speakers Pair Black
The M15.2 bookshelf/stand-mount speakers feature a 2-way design with ribbon tweeter and 6.5″ mid/bass driver. Additionally, rather than employing a bass reflex ported design, the new M-series is a sealed cabinet with additional passive bass drivers on the rear. The M15.2 features an oval 6″ x 9″ passive driver on each speaker adding to the rich, full bodied sound.
Like other speakers in the new M-series, the M15.2 features a bold design, with straight lines and angular features like the angled top plate and angled front corners. This gives this new range a truly unique look and cements that the Danish company is still bringing a sleek Scandinavian design aesthetic with modern sensibilities to this all new range.
Key Features:
• 2-way bookshelf speakers
• Neodymium Kapton ribbon tweeter for effortless clarity and detail
• 1 x 6.5″ honeycomb Kevlar woofer
• 1 x 6″ x 9″ passive bass radiator for dynamic bass
• Authentic Scandinavian design
• Silk Black painted finish
• Black fabric grilles for front and rear
Lyravox New Speaker Coming
CH Precision C10 Director, D10 Transport Coming in Munich
CH Precision will be announcing the
C10 Director
at Munich High End!!!
The C10 will have 5 cabinets!!! All functions other than the DAC will be separated into the Director,
and they will be announcing the D10 Transport. It’s top-loading and the mechanism alone weighs 3kg, while the main unit weighs 30kg.
AudioNec New Black Duopole
Nagra Something’s coming…
Telos Audio Design Monster Music Server
Celebrating 40 Years Gryphon Audio Designs New Logo
Celebrating 40 Years of Innovation and Excellence at Gryphon Audio Designs!
We are thrilled to unveil our newly revised logo, a tribute to the legacy we’ve built over four decades of sonic brilliance and groundbreaking innovation in the world of Ultra High-End Hi-Fi. This refined design honors our rich heritage and the loyal Gryphonistas who have been with us from the start, as well as the new members who are joining our community with open arms.
40 years of extraordinary audio experiences—and this is just the beginning. Here’s to the next chapter: 40 Years and Onwards. Together, we continue to shape the future of sound.
T+A Something new is coming…
World Premiere Viva audio Verticale Speakers at SouthWest Audio Fest
HIGH END Munich 2025 brand ambassador: Anette Askvik
The HIGH END 2025, the leading international audio show, is pleased to announce the gifted Norwegian singer Anette Askvik as brand ambassador. The multi-talented exceptional artist will be the face of the renowned specialist show, which will take place from 15 to 18 May 2025 in the MOC in Munich and once again bring together professionals from across the audio industry on those four days.
>Following a revamped campaign in 2024, the organizer is building on the successful series, where prominent celebrities from the music scene underscore the mission of the HIGH END show. “We made a conscious decision in 2024 to forgo a testimonial. We used the break to reflect upon our concept and to become inspired by some fresh new ideas”, says Stefan Dreischärf, Managing Director of the organizer HIGH END SOCIETY Service GmbH. “We are proud to have enlisted Anette Askvik as our brand ambassador and now look forward to continuing the series with her”, Dreischärf adds. “Her art, which she infuses with emotional depth and technical precision, perfectly reflects our values. She stands for the passion with which we seek to promote audio technology, and which she expresses in her music.”
Anette Askvik is renowned for her hypnotic music, taking her listeners along on an emotional journey. Her powerful voice and soulful compositions are a unique amalgam of fragility and strength. The Norwegian artist is in fact much more than a singer. She writes her own songs, produces them, and has her own record label, “Bird”. With albums like Liberty, Multiverse, With every cell and most recently Lyden Av Snø, she has achieved international acclaim. Her new album, representing a poetic winter landscape put to music, is yet another masterpiece of Scandinavian sound excellence. Recorded with utmost precision, it is available on vinyl as well as in high-resolution digital format and CD.
Anette Askvik was born in Stavanger, and today she lives with her family in Oslo. She finds her inspiration in nature – a recurring motif throughout her works. “Nature is powerful, awe-inspiring and stunningly beautiful – just like music”, she says, describing her love for the elements. Her recordings set new benchmarks in sound quality. Her debut album in particular, Liberty is frequently used for the presentation of exclusive audio systems. As the ambassador of the HIGH END 2025, she will be demonstrating the interplay between musical expression and technological excellence. “I am really looking forward to being part of the HIGH END 2025”, says Anette Askvik. “Music connects us in ways that words often do not. I’m thrilled to share this passion with an audience that thoroughly appreciates audiophile perfection as much as I do.” In a studio arranged especially for the occasion and in cooperation with Kii Audio, she will be showcasing some of her impressive pieces in immersive sound reproduction. The visitors can look forward to exclusive close-up encounters with the artist. The schedules of the performances will be released well in time before the event.
The Norwegian singer is already the second artist from a Scandinavian country that the organizers were able to enlist for the HIGH END show. She walks in the famous footsteps of Kari Bremnes, who in 2018 embodied the symbiosis of high-end music and brilliant sound.
The HIGH END 2025 promises to become the highlight for the entire audio industry this year as well. Whether it be trade visitors, representatives of the media, technology enthusiasts, audiophiles or music lovers – everyone is warmly invited to discover the impressive diversity of the world’s largest audio show and to become fully immersed in each thrilling moment.
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Lorenzo LM6
Lorenzo Audio Labs is proud to introduce its new LM6 speaker model.
Lorenzo LM6: Truly Special
The Lorenzo Audio Labs LM6 represents the Spanish manufacturer’s first design of a fully sealed speaker.
Some enthusiasts prefer speakers that interact less with their listening environment, that are more versatile in terms of placement in any listening room, and can be placed close to walls without causing a problem.
There are also enthusiasts who prefer more controlled and precise low frequencies, qualities characteristic of sealed speakers. We have designed the Lorenzo LM6 for all of them.
But the LM6 is also truly special for other important reasons. We are referring to the use of a dual-concentric midrange/woofer driver that has an Alnico magnet and a paper cone. The coherence, temporal alignment and tonal richness of this driver is wonderful, and its synergy with our AMT tweeter and its custom-made horn is incredible.
We promise that its sound will not leave you indifferent. Its high sensitivity and full-range performance make it ideal for nighttime listening at low volume, allowing you to enjoy seductive low frequencies.
Place them wherever you want, enjoy them at any volume and move them with any amplification with more or less power. The LM6 is designed to offer the greatest possible musical enjoyment.
Features
• A massive cabinet, 41mm thickness, manufactured with phenolic laminated wood.
• Cabinet and horn tweeter made with 5-axis CNC machinery.
• Fully sealed cabinet for more defined and controlled low frequencies.
• The crossover is placed in a perfectly insulated and sealed chamber.
• Cabinets covered with natural wood veneer, rigorously selected for its beauty and durability, and 100% handcrafted with traditional techniques that have become legendary.
• Select drivers using paper cones with alnico magnet in the dual-concentric woofer and AMT horn tweeter.
• Hand-welded passive crossover without printed circuit boards.
• High grade components from Jupiter, Mundorf and Pathaudio used in our crossovers.
• Solid steel feet are designed in-house, with a lower piece from Panzerholz to remove vibrations that come from the floor.
• Other wood finishes are possible on request.Specifications
• 3-way-system with phase-optimized crossover.
• Drivers: Woofer/Medium 15 inches, AMT Tweeter
• Sensitivity: 95 dB.
• Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohm.
• Enclosure Type Woofer: Sealed
• Frequency response: 27 Hz to 23 kHz.
• Recommended amplifier: 20 to 300 Watts.
• Dimensions: Height 51,18 inches (130 cm), Width 20,28 inches (51,5 cm), Depth 16,93 inches (43 cm).
• Net Weight: 190 lbs (86 kg) each.Lorenzo Audio Labs は、新しい LM6 スピーカー モデルを発表できることを誇りに思います。
Lorenzo LM6: 真に特別なスピーカー
Lorenzo Audio Labs LM6 は、スペインのメーカーが初めて設計した完全密閉型スピーカーです。
愛好家の中には、リスニング環境との干渉が少なく、どのリスニング ルームにも設置しやすく、壁の近くに設置しても問題のないスピーカーを好む人もいます。
密閉型スピーカーの特徴である、より制御された正確な低周波数を好む愛好家もいます。Lorenzo LM6 は、そのようなすべての人のために設計されています。
しかし、LM6 が真に特別なのは、他の重要な理由もあります。アルニコ マグネットとペーパー コーンを備えたデュアル同心ミッドレンジ/ウーファー ドライバーを使用していることです。このドライバーの一貫性、時間的アラインメント、音色の豊かさは素晴らしく、AMT ツイーターやカスタムメイドのホーンとの相乗効果は信じられないほどです。
このサウンドに心を奪われることはないでしょう。高感度とフルレンジのパフォーマンスにより、夜間に低音量で聴くのに最適で、魅惑的な低周波を楽しむことができます。
好きな場所に設置し、どんな音量でも楽しむことができ、パワーの増減に関係なく、どんな増幅でも動かすことができます。LM6 は、音楽を最大限に楽しめるように設計されています。
特徴
- 厚さ 41mm の大型キャビネット。フェノール積層木材で製造されています。
- キャビネットとホーン ツイーターは 5 軸 CNC 機械で製造されています。
- 低周波をより明確かつ制御するために完全に密閉されたキャビネット。
- クロスオーバーは完全に絶縁され密閉されたチャンバー内に配置されます。
- キャビネットは天然のベニヤで覆われ、美しさと耐久性のために厳選され、伝説となった伝統的な技法で 100% 手作りされています。
- デュアル コンセントリック ウーファーと AMT ホーン ツイーターにアルニコ マグネット付きのペーパー コーンを使用した厳選ドライバー。 • プリント基板のない手溶接パッシブクロスオーバー。
- 当社のクロスオーバーには、Jupiter、Mundorf、Pathaudio の高品質コンポーネントが使用されています。
- 頑丈なスチール製の脚は社内で設計されており、床からの振動を除去するために Panzerholz の下部部品が付いています。
- ご要望に応じて、その他の木製仕上げも可能です。
仕様
- 位相最適化クロスオーバーを備えた 3 ウェイ システム。
- ドライバー: ウーファー/ミディアム 15 インチ、AMT ツイーター
- 感度: 95 dB。
- 公称インピーダンス: 8 オーム。
- エンクロージャー タイプ ウーファー: 密閉型
- 周波数応答: 27 Hz ～ 23 kHz。
- 推奨アンプ: 20 ～ 300 ワット。
• 寸法: 高さ 51.18 インチ (130 cm)、幅 20.28 インチ (51.5 cm)、奥行き 16.93 インチ (43 cm)。 - 正味重量: 各 190 ポンド (86 kg)。
Hegel D50 DAC
US$4,900/ €4,895
Hegel has been perfecting the art of DAC design for more than two decades, and the D50 represents the pinnacle of that expertise. At its core lies the latest model DAC chip – a sophisticated tool with immense potential. But like the raven, one of the few animals capable of using tools with precision, the D50’s genius lies in how it wields this technology. Every detail of the circuit design and layout has been meticulously crafted to extract the full potential of the DAC chip, transforming it from a mere component into a masterful instrument. The result is a design that uses this tool to its fullest, unlocking extraordinary sound reproduction.
The D50 takes extraordinary measures to ensure the purity of its sound reproduction. Its power management is designed to silence noise and deliver clean energy to every part of the device. Advanced filters on the power input eliminate noise from the mains, and when connected to a grounded power outlet, this filtering can even enhance the performance of other equipment in the same circuit. To eliminate electrical noise even further, the D50 employs two low-noise toroidal transformers. One delivers power to the noisier digital processes and standby functionality while the other is dedicated to the sensitive analog and digital components. Both transformers are shielded by thick steel and placed far from any sensitive electronics and their output is also filtered, ensuring the D50 operates with the purest power, allowing its performance to take flight.
At Hegel, we approach circuit board design with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the best possible performance. In the D50, even the routing features rounded corners to minimize impedance drops and reduce radiation, reflecting our commitment to precision. However, the real innovation lies in how the D50 processes incoming digital signals before converting them to analog. The AES/EBU input features a unique RS422 receiver balanced by a transformer, allowing it to handle both weak and strong signals flawlessly, free of jitter and time delays.
For SPDIF-based inputs, signals are received on a custom-designed card that unpacks the I2S data. While this process is inherently noisy and prone to timing errors, the D50 addresses these issues with precision. The decoded signals are reclocked using three dedicated master clocks: one for SPDIF signals, and for USB, separate master clocks for 48k and 44.1k sample rates. Strategically placed to minimize noise, these clocks deliver a perfectly timed signal to the DAC chip, enabling the purest and most accurate digital-to-analog conversion.
The DAC chip itself is thoughtfully perched on a separate board above the rest of the electronics. This elevated placement reduces noise and interference while providing short and unobstructed signal paths. With the D50, every aspect of the design has been carefully engineered to ensure that the signal remains as true to the original as possible. The result is an unaltered and breathtakingly accurate translation from digital to analog.
The D50’s construction is as solid as it is purposeful. Its aluminium housing provides both durability and a refined appearance and improves sound performance. Premium connectors ensure reliable performance, while aluminium feet with rubber soles guarantee stability. The thick, milled aluminium front plate conceals the buttons for an unbroken, elegant facade. Meanwhile, a bright, easy-to-read display delivers all the information you need without drawing attention away from the music.
Though the D50 operates with the precision of a masterful instrument, using it is effortless. Its advanced input sensing can detect a digital signal and wake the device automatically. You can customize how it responds to new signals, whether to switch inputs or simply power on. Features like automatic standby save energy when the music stops, while a display dimming option keeps the focus where it belongs – on the music. Once set up, the D50 becomes a seamless part of your system, ready to bring your music to life with no distractions.
The D50 offers every connection you might need, accommodating USB, optical, coaxial RCA, coaxial BNC, and AES/EBU inputs. On the output side, it features true balanced analog and single-ended RCA connections, giving you the flexibility to suit any system. The D50’s versatile inputs and outputs make it a perfect fit for any audio environment.
In Norse mythology, the ravens Hugin and Munin brought Odin unparalleled insights, revealing the world’s hidden truths. Inspired by their precision and clarity, the D50 deciphers the complexities of digital audio with absolute precision. Its innovative design transforms raw data into music that is rich in detail, free from noise, and true to the original recording. No detail is added or lost – just the purest, most accurate reproduction of sound.
The Hegel D50 DAC represents the pinnacle of digital-to-analog conversion, delivering music as it was meant to be heard – pure, detailed, and profoundly moving. Let it take your music to new heights.
Technical Specifications
Digital inputs: 1 x AES/EBU S/PDIF, 24/192, DSD64(DoP), MQA 8x, 1 x Coaxial (BNC) S/PDIF, 24/192, DSD64(DoP), MQA 8x, 1 x Coaxial (RCA) S/PDIF, 24/192, DSD64(DoP), MQA 8x, 2 x Optical S/PDIF, 24/96, MQA 8x, 1 x USB 32/384, DSD256(DoP), MQA 8x
Line level outputs: 1 x Unbalanced fixed (RCA), 2.5 V, 1 x Balanced fixed (XLR), 2.5 V
Analog bandwidth: More than 0 Hz – 100 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100 dB
Noise floor: Typically -150 dB
Distortion: Less than 0.0002 %
Power use in standby: Less than 0.5 W
Power use when on: Less than 20 W
Dimensions/weight: 43 x 30.5 x 9.9 cm (WxDxH), 6.6 kg
Dimensions/weight US: 17 x 12 x 3.9″ (WxDxH), 14.55 lbs
