A Totaldac CD transport will be soon available.

It is based on the CD-PRO8 mechanism and the rest is custom by Totaldac.

The d1-CD has 2 digital outputs: RCA coax and XLR AES-EBU.

Bose Corporation Acquires Mcintosh Group, the Leader in Lunury, High-Performance Audiolconic oudio brands will combine 175 years of technology, innovathovi and croftmanship to delivertransformotive sound experiencesNovember 19,2024-Today, Bose Corporation, a company that’s been synonymous with delivering arazing.premium audio experiences since its founding,announced the acquisition of Mcintosh Group, the parentcompany of renowned high-performance and luxury audio brands that include Mcintosh and Sonus faber.Mclntosh Group manufactures the world’s finest amplifers, speakers, turntables and other audio products,significantly expanding Bose’s portiolio.This strategic move unites Industry pioneers with more than 175 years of combined, deep technical expertise,adedication to craftmanship and artistry, and an unwavering commitment to reaching passionate music fansaround the world.The acquisition will allow Bose to infuse its industry-leading audio research and technologyinto the high.performance and luxury space while it continues to bulld on its premium solutions. From eartuds andBluetooth speakers to the most lusurious systems possible for the home and on the road, Bose and McintoshGroup will now offer consumers a breadth of products and experlences for every llstening occasion.The combined farces of Bose and Mcintosh Group also opens new opportunities in the automotive sector. Byleveraging Bose’s 40-plus years of experience in autamotive audio, and Mcintosh Group’s legacy ofperformance and design, the brands will work together to expand their research and continue to engineerauthentic in-car experiences that redefine automotive sound.”Over the last six decades we’ve dellvered the best premium audio experlences possible; now, with McintoshGroup in out portfolio, we can unlock even more ways to bring music to life in the home, on the go and in thecar,” said Liia Snyder, CEO af tlose Corporation, *We look forward to honoring the heritage of these brands,Investing in their future and pushing the boundaries of audio Innovation to bring customers experiencesthey’ve never heard before.””Bose’s dedication to research and singular focus an audio provides a tremendous opportunity to complementand enable our own pursuit of delivering inimitable, ultimate-quality audio experiences,” said Daniel Pidgean,CEO of Mctntosh Group.”And, gaining access to their expertise as a pioneer in automative audio will also helpus accelerate our presence and enable us to deliver solutions that ar commensurate with our reputation andperformance stancards,Bose will continue to develop products and experiences in popular categories libe headphones,speakers,soundbars,and car audio while advancing criticai technologies such as noise cance lation,hearingaugmentation and immersive audio. Mcintosh and Sonus faber will maintain its focus an amplifiers,loudspeakers, tumtables, and other high-end products.And, together the brands will imagine what’s possibleIn the future of audio-delivering new products, bespole offerings and unparalleled listening experiences formusic lovers around the globe.

155 X 42 X 31 cm, 40 kg
31 cm Duopole
Two 15“ woofers in d’Appolito configuration
Dome tweeter in a horn.

Impedance of 4 ohms
Efficiency of 96 dB

Audiophile Simplified.

A strategic synergy.

A Fusion of Expertise

In a fusion of sonic excellence, Pink Faun and Goldmund have joined forces to redefine the high-end audio experience. Recognizing the importance of high-quality, seamless sound across every component in the audio reproduction chain, these two industry leaders are set to establish a new benchmark in luxury audio. Driven by innovation and uncompromising standards, this partnership combines the very best of Goldmund’s expertise in speaker precision with Pink Faun’s mastery in source technology. Together, they are crafting an extraordinary offering that will especially enhance Goldmund’s active speaker lineup, delivering an unparalleled experience for those who value purity in sound and simplicity in use.

The Power of Synergy

“Every high-end speaker deserves the perfect source,” says Jord Groen, CEO of Pink Faun. “Collaborating with Goldmund is a great synergy, as their active speakers bring out the finest details and precision in our music streamers.” Carsten, CEO of Goldmund, adds, “We’re thrilled to work alongside Pink Faun on this project. It’s a true embodiment of ‘audiophile simplified.’ The synergy between our brands is unmistakable, united by our shared commitment to precision, elegance, and ease of use.”

Unveiling in December

Goldmund, the Swiss icon in sound system manufacturing, has defined the standards of high-fidelity audio for over four decades, renowned for its innovative speaker technology, powerful amplification, and timeless design. Pink Faun, a Dutch brand specializing in high-end audio source technology, combines cutting-edge engineering with artisanal craftsmanship to create products that deliver pure, authentic sound. The full unveiling of this new creation will take place in December 2024. Stay tuned for an unparalleled audio experience!

音の卓越性を融合し、Pink Faun と Goldmund が協力してハイエンド オーディオ体験を再定義します。オーディオ再生チェーンのあらゆるコンポーネントで高品質でシームレスなサウンドが重要であることを認識しているこの 2 つの業界リーダーは、高級オーディオの新しいベンチマークを確立しようとしています。革新と妥協のない基準を原動力とするこのパートナーシップは、スピーカー精度に関する Goldmund の最高の専門知識と、Pink Faun のソース技術の熟練を組み合わせます。2 人は協力して、Goldmund のアクティブ スピーカー ラインナップを特に強化する並外れた製品を作り出し、音の純粋さと使いやすさを重視する人々に比類のない体験を提供します。

「すべてのハイエンドスピーカーには、完璧な音源が必要です」と、Pink Faun の CEO である Jord Groen 氏は言います。「Goldmund とのコラボレーションは素晴らしい相乗効果をもたらします。彼らのアクティブスピーカーは、当社の音楽ストリーマーの最高のディテールと精度を引き出します。」 Goldmund の CEO である Carsten 氏は、「このプロジェクトで Pink Faun と協力できることを嬉しく思います。これは、まさに「オーディオファンのシンプル化」を体現したものです。両ブランド間の相乗効果は紛れもなく、精度、エレガンス、使いやすさへの共通の取り組みによって結ばれています。」と付け加えています。

サウンド システム製造におけるスイスの象徴である Goldmund は、革新的なスピーカー技術、強力な増幅、時代を超越したデザインで知られ、40 年以上にわたってハイファイ オーディオの基準を定義してきました。ハイエンドのオーディオ ソース技術を専門とするオランダのブランドである Pink Faun は、最先端のエンジニアリングと職人の技を組み合わせて、純粋で本物のサウンドを実現する製品を生み出しています。この新しい作品の完全な発表は、2024 年 12 月に行われます。比類のないオーディオ体験をお楽しみに!　

New Constellation Switched-Mode Power Supply (C-SMPS) with Power Factor Correction (PFC)

Output stage with 96 output transistors.

Fully balanced, mirror-imaged input stage with paralleled amplification modules, which lowers noise by 5 dB.

The input stage has its own power supply, a three-stage, fully regulated design that further reduces noise.

PFC provides perfectly stable 380-volt power at any AC voltage standard, with the voltage and current always in phase no matter the speaker’s load.

Ultra-quiet C-SMPS technology, power-supply noise is reduced by more than 20 dB.

Power output, 8Ω (1 kHx @ 0.2% THD+N)
1700W per channel
Power output, 4Ω bridged
11000W per channel*

For all of its nearly three quarter of a century existence, Nagra has been, first and foremost, research and development driven. With decade after decade of groundbreaking innovations, Nagra has set lofty standards in diverse categories of audio devices. This is nowhere more apparent than in our high-end, high performance audio division.

When introduced, Nagra’s HD line set new technical and sonic standards that reflected years of thoughtful research combined with exhaustive listening tests designed to corroborate the scientific advancements that each HD product brought forth.

Since our founding in 1951, Nagra’s company culture has driven our pursuit of perfection. Combine this with the Swiss tradition of precision engineering and it was inevitable that continuing research and development on the HD line platforms would ultimately result in advances that justify the release of a product line-up which substantially extends the sonic envelope of the HD line.

Goldmund is proud to announce the launch of the new Apologue by Pinel et Pinel X Kongo Active Wireless Speaker.

Retail Price: 1’500’000 CHF (excl. VAT)
 (約2億6500万円）

This creation is a story of passion, artistry, and the senses—combining sight, touch, and hearing in a singular experience. It represents the meeting of three iconic names, each bringing their expertise: Goldmund, a renowned Swiss manufacturer of high-end audio systems; Pinel & Pinel, the distinguished Parisian leather atelier; and Cyril Kongo, a graffiti-inspired painter who has collaborated with prestigious luxury brands such as Hermès, Richard Mille, and Chanel.

Together, they have redefined the boundaries of sound, art, and leather craftsmanship, producing a limited edition of 20 pairs of sculptural and exclusive speakers: the Goldmund Apologue by Pinel & Pinel X Kongo.

この度ゴールドムンドは、Apologue by Pinel et Pinel X Kongo アクティブ・ワイヤレス・スピーカーの発売を開始いたします。

このスピーカーは、情熱、芸術性、そして視覚、触覚、聴覚を融合させた唯一無二の体験の物語です。このスピーカーは、それぞれの専門知識を持ち寄った3つの象徴的な企業の出会いを象徴しています： スイスの有名なハイエンド・オーディオ・システム・メーカーであるゴールドムンド、パリの著名なレザー・アトリエであるピネル＆ピネル、そしてエルメス、リシャール・ミル、シャネルなどの一流ラグジュアリー・ブランドとコラボレーションしてきたグラフィティにインスパイアされた画家シリル・コンゴ。

彼らは共に、サウンド、アート、レザークラフトマンシップの境界を再定義し、彫刻のような高級スピーカー、Goldmund Apologue by Pinel & Pinel X Kongoを20ペア限定で製作しました。

Designed for Precision, Focused on Listening Environment

Tailored Precision for Optimal Hi-Fi Performance, In digital listening environments, 10MHz remains the most common word clock frequency, but more audiophiles opt for the 25MHz frequency, optimized for audio and networking devices. Genesis GC offers a choice between 25MHz or 10MHz, allowing you to select the best clock frequency for your setup. It delivers exceptional audio performance for your Hi-Fi system while remaining a cost-effective upgrade solution.

Isolated for Pure Performance, unlike built-in word clocks that share system resources and face interference, the stand-alone Genesis GC operates independently, delivering a cleaner, more stable clock signal. By isolating it from system noise, electrical pulses, and jitter, Genesis GC ensures unmatched precision and guarantees the purest clock signal, significantly enhancing audio performance.

Optimized Clock and Power Circuitry for Noise-Free Performance

Advanced TCXO Circuit Design for Reduced Digital Signal Noise, Temperature Compensation Crystal Oscillator clock circuits significantly reduce network latency and jitter, minimizing digital signal noise for superior audio clarity. Combined with a class-leading radar-grade switching power supply module, designed exclusively for noise-sensitive acoustic equipment, it delivers a stable, ultra-low ripple power source, ensuring optimal performance.

精度を重視した設計、リスニング環境重視

最適な Hi-Fi パフォーマンスのためのカスタマイズされた精度、デジタル リスニング環境では、10MHz が最も一般的なワード クロック周波数のままですが、オーディオおよびネットワーク デバイス向けに最適化された 25MHz 周波数を選択するオーディオ愛好家が増えています。Genesis GC では、25MHz または 10MHz の選択肢が提供されており、セットアップに最適なクロック周波数を選択できます。コスト効率の高いアップグレード ソリューションでありながら、Hi-Fi システムに優れたオーディオ パフォーマンスを提供します。

純粋なパフォーマンスのために分離、システム リソースを共有し干渉に直面する組み込みワード クロックとは異なり、スタンドアロンの Genesis GC は独立して動作し、よりクリーンで安定したクロック信号を提供します。システム ノイズ、電気パルス、ジッターから分離することで、Genesis GC は比類のない精度を確保し、最も純粋なクロック信号を保証し、オーディオ パフォーマンスを大幅に向上させます。

ノイズのないパフォーマンスを実現する最適化されたクロックおよび電源回路

デジタル信号ノイズを低減する高度な TCXO 回路設計、温度補償水晶発振器クロック回路により、ネットワークの遅延とジッターが大幅に低減され、デジタル信号ノイズが最小限に抑えられ、優れたオーディオ明瞭度が実現します。ノイズに敏感な音響機器専用に設計されたクラス最高のレーダーグレードのスイッチング電源モジュールと組み合わせることで、安定した超低リップル電源を提供し、最適なパフォーマンスを保証します。

1151

Mono Power Amplifier

Boulder has the rare combination of technical and creative skills required to design this visually stunning and high-performance power amplifier.

Loudspeakers demand high-powered amplifiers to play at realistic levels. Even at low volumes, absolute control of the speaker is what makes you stop and listen.

Boulder has been providing this experience for over 40 years. Our history includes amplifiers that were used when capturing some of the greatest recordings ever made, so we know a thing or two about flawless audio reproduction. We also know that giving the 1151 Mono Amplifiers enough power to rein in the most challenging loudspeakers in a manageable package is the best way to bring these recordings to life in your home.

The heritage of Boulder’s 40 years of experience in amplifier design is evident in every aspect of the Boulder 1151 Mono Power Amplifier. Don’t take our word for it, we encourage you to hear it for yourself.

Features

• 350W peak power per channel into 8 ohms, 600W peak power into 4 ohms, 750W peak power into 2 ohms
• Space saving design is the same footprint (width and depth) as the 1110 Preamplifier and 1161 Stereo Amplifier and allows the use of a standard power cord
• Truly balanced input connections and output stage as with other 1100 Series products

• Newly developed protection circuitry safely and immediately shuts down the output section in case of shorted speaker cables or faults in the system and allows for greater peak power output
• Smaller carton packaging means easier transportation, unpacking, and installation
• Revised and redesigned automatic biasing circuit accurately stabilizes bias to eliminate the need for manual calibration

• Output stage uses 40 output transistors and 12 supply capacitors per chassis to ensure stable, high-power output into any load while maintaining detail and clarity.
• The 1151 provides high amounts of current, making even the most difficult speaker perform to its fullest potential.
• Dual speaker connections via easy to connect, high-current speaker terminals to accommodate bi-wired loudspeakers

Specs

• Continuous Power; 8, 4, 2 Ohms250W
• Peak Power, 8 Ohms350W
• Peak Power, 4 Ohms600W
• Peak Power, 2 Ohms750W
• THD, 8 Ohms, 250W0.002%, 20kHz 0.01%
• THD, 4 Ohms, 250W0.002%, 20kHz 0.01%
• THD, 2 Ohms, 250W0.003%, 20kHz 0.02%
• Equivalent Input Noise (EIN), 20 kHz, BW2.2 μV
• Magnitude Response, 20 Hz TO 20 kHz+0.00, -0.04 dB
• Magnitude Response, -3 dB at0.015 Hz, 150 kHz
• Voltage Gain26 dB
• Input ImpedanceBalanced: 200k ohms,
  Unbalanced: 100k ohms
• Common Mode Rejection (Balanced Only)60 Hz: 90 dB, 10 kHz: 65 dB
• Input Connectors3-pin balanced XLR
• Output ConnectorsTwo sets of 6 mm / .250-inch wingscrews
• WeightAmplifier: 54 lbs. (24.5 kg)
  Shipping: 64 lbs. (29.0 kg)
• Power Requirements100, 110-120, 220-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
• Power Consumption10W standby, 60W idle, 800W at maximum output

The New VPI S-Tonearm

Warsaw Audio Video Show World Premiere

Solo
2×300 Wrms under 4Ω, 2×150 Wrms under 8Ω
€16,000

Dual
2×600 Wrms under 4Ω, 2×300 Wrms under 8Ω
€32,000

Unmatched performance.

This advanced integrated audiophile system delivers an unmatched 2×300 watts of sheer audio power. Engineered for zero distortion and zero saturation, it redefines clarity and precision in a single, compact unit.

Tailor-made user experience.

Devialet Astra takes personalized audio excellence into a new dimension. With a multitude of physical audio sources available (coaxial and optical digital inputs, USB-C, analog phono and line inputs, Ethernet, or even dual band Wi-Fi…), a seamless in-app control, and a brand new advanced configurator, Devialet Astra is entirely configurable to get the best of any sound setup.

Connectivities, elevated.

A revamped software architecture harnesses the power of the cutting-edge iMX8 processor, paired with the new version of Devialet Operating System, DOS3. This powerful combination radically improves Devialet Astra’s compatibility and allows for the seamless integration of a wide range of streaming protocols.

Unique, compact and extreme design.

Devialet Astra epitomizes the fusion of form and functionality. While staying true to the slim silhouette, signature of the Expert series, Devialet Astra’s design has been thoroughly modernized to enhance both aesthetics and usability.

Wavedream Reference will make it’s official debut in Warsaw Audio Video Show

Very few Hi-Fi components are as instantly recognisable as the QUAD 33 and 303, and for that we make no apologies!

Still one of the most popular models in the history of one of the world’s most poignant Hi-Fi brands, the QUAD 33 and 303 are benchmarks in almost every angle of desirable audio equipment – performance, reliability, industrial design, value and musical romance.

By revisiting the QUAD 33 and 303 components, QUAD demonstrates its authenticity, pedigree and excellence as a juggernaut of the British hi-fi world – past and present.

In listing the names involved in the development of this stunning iteration of an icon, you’ll find a calculation of close to 200 years of engineering experience and 100+ years of QUAD-exclusive design and service.

A dream team of Rob Flain & Paul McConville (the world’s most experienced QUAD service engineers), Jan Ertner (30 years of experience in QUAD design), Peter Comeau (the acoustic director behind some of QUAD’s most successful loudspeakers) and David McNeill (the industrial designer responsible for two decades of QUAD innovations) were all a part of this labour of love, making no compromise in the demand for a product that could bear the name of 33 and 303.

QUAD 303 power amplifier

The QUAD 303 power amplifier was intended for normal domestic use with loudspeakers of moderate efficiency, but was also used by broadcasting and recording studios, worldwide, who appreciate its excellent performance and dependability. The ethos hasn’t deviated.

The outstanding performance of the QUAD 303 is still celebrated to this day, and is largely due to the unique output circuit developed by QUAD.

In reissuing the QUAD 303 power amplifier concept, exactly like the matching 33 preamplifer, QUAD’s incomparably experienced service team was matched with the equally adept engineering team to reinvoke the design, romance and performance in a thoroughly modern iteration of a hi-fi legend.

As with the new QUAD 33, every aspect of design and performance has been analysed and re-engineered way beyond simply modernising components and refreshing of specifications.

The QUAD 303 power amplifier was intended for normal domestic use with moderately efficient loudspeakers, but it was also used by broadcasting and recording studios worldwide, who appreciated its excellent performance and dependability.

The ethos hasn’t deviated. The original 33 and its partnering 303 were awarded with a ‘Council ofIndustrial Design Award in 1969’. Even today, the original design is celebrated and confirmed by its presence at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The new 33 and 303 have been industrially engineered to surpass those original standards, with a truly modern appearance and functionality.

However, much like the original, the new QUAD 303 maintains its faithfulness to the original by employing the famous QUAD ‘symmetrical triples’. Employed to provide a completely symmetrical output stage, greatly reducing distortion and rendering the resting current independent of output transistor temperature.

This development enables the designers to reduce distortion to emphatically low levels without sacrificing stability and to maintain this excellence under all dynamic conditions.

To put this in perspective, the lowest theoretical distortion present on the very source material will still be some hundred times greater than that the QUAD 303!

Such a level is, of course, completely inaudible no matter how refined the test.

The use of ‘triples’ permits simple and effective control of the output current and since the voltage is also controlled, the output transistors are completely protected and must always operate within their ratings with the obvious advantages of greatly improved reliability under all conditions, without the use of elaborate and expensive circuitry.

Due to the lack of complementary transistors (NPN and PNP power transistors) in earlier times, the older QUAD 303 used a quasi-complementary output stage. The new version of the QUAD 303 now uses a fully complementary output stage, providing better linearity, more stable static bias, and improved stability under high voltage and large current conditions. Using premium power transistors, the 303 offers excellent gain linearity for accurate reproduction of the input signal with greater dynamic range.

The amplifier cannot be upset even when overdriven by an asymmetrical signal or by shorting or disconnecting the loudspeakers.

A brand new 200VA, custom-specified, low-noise toroidal transformer has been developed for the new 303.

The output stage of the discrete power amplifier circuit employs an advanced feedback topology to ensure superior linearity and exceptional thermal stability. Through its Class AB design, the ideal current is maintained independently of the temperature of the output transistors.

The result is a compact, cool-running power amplifier that possesses the capacity to deliver dynamic power and maintain a firm hold on the music while providing rich sonic detail.

Always respected for its conservative but consistent power-output, the classic QUAD 303 was officially rated at 45W @ 8 ohms. A modest but honest output, the 303’s venerability is in the finesse of the performance, not just the raw power. The new model is thoroughly the same.

However, with some tweaking and enhancements, the 303 is loaded with a little extra power – offering 50W @ ohms (70W @ 4 ohms) with a maximum current delivery of 10A into difficult loads. The original 303 was known to have issues with lower impedance loads, the new 303 has no such trouble. Perfectly suited to the more demanding requirements of the modern audiophile, it ensures any speakers – even including QUAD’s electrostatic designs – can be driven with ease. Connectivity options comprise single-ended RCA and balanced XLR inputs, a 12V trigger input and high-quality speaker binding posts. Simple, solid and thoroughly authentic, inside and out. The power output for ‘bridged mode’ (for use as a mono-block power amplifier) reaches 140W @ 8 ohms or 170W @ 4 ohms (bridged mono).

QUAD 33 Preamplifier

The external design is specifically intended to continue the QUAD tradition of practical simplicity. Yet, it would be foolish to ignore the implementation of modern-day capabilities, such as an informative backlit display, delicate LED illumination and remote control functionality. And just like the original, the overall appearance is unmistakably QUAD, albeit now with a premium machined and anodised front panel and all-metal chassis.

The new QUAD 33 is supported by digital microprocessor control but is otherwise faithful to a classic analogue design.

The 33 feeds the loudspeakers via the power amplifier using dedicated stereo pre-outputs, with an RCA line-level and balanced XLR pre-out option. For additional versatility and functionality, there’s also an AUX output.

Now equipped with fully balanced XLR inputs and outputs, the 33 is set apart from other preamplifiers and even its forefather model.

The brand new phono stage is Moving Magnet and Moving Coil compatible with the ability to simply switch between the two options – no mods or board upgrades necessary. With a gain of 46dB for the MM and 63.5dB for the MC, the input stage uses ultra-low noise audio op-amps. This ultra-low noise performance is combined with high slew rates and very low distortion specifications. The RIAA processing circuit has its own dual Bipolar/JFET Audio Operational Amplifier. The JFET portion of the input stage enables high slew rates to keep distortion low, even when large output swings are required.

The controls are comprehensive but simple. Again, this echoes the original design concept. Logically grouped to facilitate selection and control of the programme, a backlit LCD screen relays settings, adjustments and values. The same backlighting principle is applied to each of the push buttons, further enhancing the intuitive design with a visual indication of input selection and mode. Illumination settings for buttons and the LCD screen allow for brightness adjustment, contrast adjustment, and a simple on/off setting to suit the user’s preference.

The master volume control is a fully analogue, precision motorised ALPS potentiometer offering long-life and low-noise performance. The volume control is not only tactile and precise; its motorised operation will automatically rotate when adjustments are made via the remote control. A further row of three endless rotary encoders offer intuitive and immediate control over the QUAD-specific fine-tuning settings.

The original QUAD 33, as with many previous and subsequent QUAD preamplifier components, offered filters considered essential for ‘modern good quality speakers’ (as was stated at that time). Such controls are no longer required; therefore, in applying modern-day logic and suitability to today’s technology, the new QUAD 33 presents bass adjustment, tilt control and balance control to allow tuning to a fine degree without intruding unnecessarily into the harmonic range essential for realistic reproduction.

The bass control allows adjustment from-3dB to +3dB. Perfect for subtle adjustments in the low-end, as a solution to adding body to thinner source material. Or conversely, reducing bass tones in the event of room-affected ‘boominess’. In comparison to the time of launch of the original QUAD 33, loudspeakers and source materials have evolved mainly for the better. This evolution saw the adoption of ‘Tilt’ control in the QUAD 33’ssuccessor, the QUAD 34 (1982).

Developed by QUAD founder, the legendary Peter Walker, the Tilt control is an audiophile-quality solution for adjusting tone. Its design stems from the belief that traditional tone and EQ controls are inadequate and clumsy when adjusting tonal balance.

The Tilt control differs in that it adjusts both ends of the frequency spectrum together, either attenuating the bass and lifting the treble, or lifting the bass and attenuating the treble in 1dB steps.

Essentially, it rotates – or tilts – the audible frequency range on a 700Hz axis, thereby adjusting the overall sound balance with ‘warm’ or ‘cool’ hints without altering volume or adding colour to the sound. This feature is unique to QUAD and offers a subtle, precise, and consistent way to adjust your system’s performance and compensate for recordings or environments.

The Tilt control, Bass control, and Balance controls are all composed of low-noise op-amps, electronic switches, and MELF low-temperature coefficient metal film resistors, forming a negative feedback adjustment circuit.

No one knows more about the QUAD 33 than the immensely experienced QUAD service department – still based at QUAD HQ in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England.

Upon initiating this project of passion, it was determined that the new 33 and 303 combination will only see the light of day if the performance stands true and improves on the original.

In over 50 years since the release of the original 33 and 303, innovations and developments have been exponential, but only some have been employed and each with good reason. Each stage of the development and every innovation was subject to thorough testing and complete agreement with the QUAD technical design AND service team.

It is bold but fair to claim that the low-noise, custom-specified toroidal transformer, numerous reservoir/smoothing capacitors, and an impressive number of regulators put the new QUAD 33 technically ahead of the original. The power supply incorporates five regulated supply rails, including multiple ultra-low-noise regulators with extensive measures employed to prevent contamination and cross-coupling. Following traditional QUAD practices, the core signal path is short and direct to preserve signal purity, and volume is adjusted purely in the analogue domain under microprocessor control. No one will champion the virtues of the original QUAD 33 more than QUAD, ourselves. However, side-by-side, technical innovations and improvements in signal processing cannot be denied.

The QUAD 33 has a crisp and clean aesthetic that evokes QUAD’s past yet sits in the modern-day with a futuristic accent. The housing is rigid and oozes quality. The end-finish is precise, just like the audio signal path. The anodised and custom-tooled fascia demonstrate the quality and level at which the new QUAD 33 will be recognised. No longer subject to cracks, fading or other issues associated with classic front panels, the QUAD 33 is ready for a lifetime of performance.

Ultimately, the new QUAD 33 considers every angle and aspect to underline the faithful evolution of the ‘33’ concept. With each step in transitioning from concept to reality, the commitment to ‘the closest approach to the original sound’ is evident.

TESSELLATE Ti Cartridge range which deploys titanium alloy using a State-of-the-Art Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) manufacturing technology.

SLS technology uses high-power lasers to sinter powdered titanium, producing a unique cartridge body with a tessellated, semi-open architecture. Partnering with Renishaw PLC, Wilson Benesch has achieved unmatched stiffness, low mass, and energy damping. There is zero material redundancy in the TESSELLATE Ti Cartridge body; nothing is present that does not need to be.

The TESSELLATE Ti Cartridges also feature a world-first hybridised cantilever design. Incorporating a UD carbon fibre ring on the cantilever, adding almost no mass, whilst enhancing stiffness and damping.

Boron, Sapphire, and Diamond cantilevers, these cartridges cater to various preferences in sonic refinement, ensuring there’s a perfect match for every audio system.

The TESSELLATE Ti Cartridges are available in three finish options.

The Matt Titanium finish is exactly as the titanium body has been ‘grown’ in the SLS machine and its surface is textured.

The Polished Silver finish is exactly as the name describes and the cartridge body has been polished by hand to create a mirrored finish.

The Polished Gold is the most premium finish available. The gold colouring is applied using vapour deposition technology after the cartridge body has been polished by hand.

TESSELLATE Ti: 世界初のハイブリッド カートリッジ設計。

最先端の選択的レーザー焼結 (SLS) 製造技術を使用してチタン合金を採用した TESSELLATE Ti カートリッジ シリーズ。

SLS 技術は、高出力レーザーを使用して粉末チタンを焼結し、モザイク状の半オープン アーキテクチャを備えた独自のカートリッジ本体を製造します。Renishaw PLC と提携して、Wilson Benesch は比類のない剛性、低質量、エネルギー減衰を実現しました。TESSELLATE Ti カートリッジ本体には材料の重複がまったくなく、不要なものは一切ありません。

TESSELLATE Ti カートリッジは、世界初のハイブリッド カンチレバー設計も特徴としています。カンチレバーに UD カーボン ファイバー リングを組み込むことで、質量をほとんど追加することなく、剛性と減衰を強化します。

ボロン、サファイア、ダイヤモンド カンチレバーを備えたこれらのカートリッジは、さまざまな音質向上の好みに対応し、あらゆるオーディオ システムにぴったりとマッチします。

TESSELLATE Ti カートリッジには、3 つの仕上げオプションがあります。

マット チタン仕上げは、チタン本体が SLS マシンで「成長」した状態とまったく同じで、表面にテクスチャが施されています。

ポリッシュ シルバー仕上げは、その名のとおり、カートリッジ本体を手作業で磨いて鏡面仕上げにしています。

ポリッシュ ゴールドは、最も高級な仕上げです。カートリッジ本体を手作業で磨いた後、蒸着技術を使用してゴールド カラーを施します。