INCREDIBLE BUT UNKNOWN! 3 Square Audio Ayal Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2023-10-06 | Small company, offering incredible sound at great value for money. Surely, it doesn't get better than this?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:39 Design & features 3:38 Technical insights 5:48 Sound quality 9:01 Setup & partnering equipment 11:48 ConclusionHOLD ON TO YOUR HATS ! New Gustard X30 DAC ReviewA British Audiophile2024-10-18 | The new Gustard X30 has a superb architecture, previously unseen at it's price. Could it possibly combine the best traits of R2R ladder DACs in a Delta-Sigma design?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:10 Design & features 3:15 Technical insights 5:42 Sound quality 9:29 Setup & partnering equipment 12:29 ConclusionDAC/PRE/MONOBLOCKS UNDER £500 | Fosi Audio ZD3 & V3 MonosA British Audiophile2024-10-12 | Fosi Audio have launched their first DAC, and monoblock versions of the V3 amp that I liked so much. But can a DAC/Pre/Monoblock package for £500 be any good?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Fosi Audio ZD3 DAC 7:25 Fosi Audio V3 Monoblocks 14:06 OutroTHINGS HAVE CHANGED! WiiM Ultra Pre/DAC/Streamer ReviewA British Audiophile2024-10-04 | The WiiM Ultra has an amazing feature set and fantastic user app. But how does it sound? Can it rival the more expensive Eversolo DMP-A6?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:17 Design & features 4:30 Sound quality 8:07 Setup & partnering equipment 13:23 ConclusionKORE IMPROVEMENT? DALI Rubikore 6 Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-09-27 | DALI's new Rubikore speakers promises trickle-down tech from their £40,000 Epikore 11s. So just how good are the new Rubikore 6s?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:54 Design & features 3:38 Technical insights 6:23 Sound quality 10:28 Setup & partnering equipment 12:09 ConclusionSIMULTANEOUS CLASS A | Zinamp SSD Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-09-20 | A refinement of a design by Quad that was patented in 1978. Could the Zinamp SSD combine the midrange liquidity of Class A with bass control of Class AB? I find out...
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Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:15 Design & features 4:32 Technical insights 9:54 Sound quality 13:30 Setup & partnering equipment 17:15 ConclusionHOTTEST DAC OF 2024 ! Laiv Harmony DAC ReviewA British Audiophile2024-09-06 | Laiv is a new brand that has caused quite a stir with their first product, the Harmony DAC. It may well be the hottest product of 2024, but just how good is it?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Design & features 3:45 Technical insights 7:34 Sound quality 11:51 Setup & partnering equipment 13:59 ConclusionMISSION ACCOMPLISHED? Mission 778X Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-08-23 | The Mission 778X is almost identical to another IAG amplifier, the Quad Vena 2, but it's cheaper. It is less money than their Audiolab 6000A too. Could it be the bargain in the IAG portfolio?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:32 Design & features 3:10 Technical insights 5:11 Sound quality 8:48 Setup & partnering equipment 11:22 ConclusionWHAT A SURPRISE ! New Hegel H400 Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-08-09 | Why is the new Hegel H400 one of the best amplifiers I have reviewed so far?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:41 Design & features 4:01 Technical insights 5:57 Sound quality 11:18 Setup & partnering equipment 13:20 ConclusionHAND BUILT IN UK FOR £420 - Rega IO Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-07-19 | The Rega IO may well be the cheapest amplifier to be hand built in the UK but it is it's sonic performance that will blow your socks off!
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:08 Design & features 4:00 Sound quality 8:23 Setup & partnering equipment 11:42 ConclusionSUPERBLY CAPABLE, BUT... ! New Monitor Audio Studio 89 Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-07-05 | Could the new Monitor Audio Studio 89s be the best speakers I have heard for £2,000?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:35 Design & features 3:33 Technical insights 6:53 Sound quality 11:55 Setup & partnering equipment 14:13 ConclusionSUPER FUN BUT... ! Wharfedale Super Denton Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-06-28 | I make no secret that I am not convinced by the performance of many "retro" looking speakers on the market these days. But designer Peter Comeau is on a bit of a roll. Could his new Wharfedale Super Dentons change my mind?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:13 Design & features 5:03 Sound quality 12:59 ConclusionSYNERGY SORTED ! Audio Note iZero and AX One/2 ReviewA British Audiophile2024-06-21 | Made by one of the most individualistic companies in the HiFi world. I review the Audio Note iZero amplifier, AX-One/2 speakers and the Zero system as a whole.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:14 Audio Note iZero Amplifier 6:16 Audio Note AX-One/2 Speakers 12:47 Audio Note Zero SystemECCENTRIC OR INNOVATIVE ? Audio Note DAC 0.1X & CD Zero ReviewA British Audiophile2024-06-14 | Audio Note believe in doing things their own way. However, does their individualist approach pay off? I take a look at their tube based, R2R ladder, 0.1X DAC and CD Zero.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 3:24 Audio Note 0.1X DAC 9:27 Audio Note CD Zero 13:36 OutroHEAD-TO-HEAD ! NVA AP20 LE Vs Dayens Menuetto Custom Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-06-07 | Most amplifiers at around £1,000 tend to be packed with features rather than expensive parts. These are two exceptions - But do they sound better?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:51 Dayens Menuetto Custom 3:17 NVA AP20 Limited Edition 5:22 Listening tests 11:21 ConclusionGROUP TEST £1,000 Speakers | Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G, Dali Opticon 2 Mk2, Acoustic Energy AE500A British Audiophile2024-05-24 | I have hand picked 3 speakers at around £1,000 and compared them. But just how good are they?
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Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Acoustic Energy AE500 7:12 Dali Opticon 2 Mk2 11:28 Monitor Audio Silver 100 7G 17:11 ConclusionMODERN-VINTAGE OXYMORON! Mofi Sourcepoint 8 Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-05-17 | The Mofi Sourcepoint 8s are different to previous Andrew Jones designed speakers. Why are they not what I expected them to be?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:22 Design & features 3:23 Technical insights 7:54 Sound quality 12:12 Setup & partnering equipment 15:01 ConclusionTHE GOURMET OPTION! Willsenton R300 Plus Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-05-03 | Most S.E.T. amplifiers are expensive but not the Willsenton R300 Plus. Why are they so prized by some tube amplifier aficionados? I find out…
Time stamps 0:00 Intro 1:52 Design & features 3:21 Technical insights 6:00 Sound quality 9:58 Setup & partnering equipment 14:39 ConclusionDARE TO DO BETTER ! New Auralic Vega S1 & PSU ReviewA British Audiophile2024-04-27 | The Auralic Vega S1 is the new entry point into their brand. It incorporates technology from the much more expensive G2.2 Series. Could it set new standards in it's class?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:14 Design & connectivity 4:36 Technical insights 9:56 User interface 12:06 Sound quality 15:37 ConclusionA REVELATION! Quad Revela 1 Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-04-19 | SPOILER ALLERT! Revela may be short for revelation. These Quad speakers set new standards in their market segment!
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Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:04 Design & features 6:23 Sound quality 10:20 Setup & partnering equipment 12:27 ConclusionGROUP TEST - SUB £1,000 CD PLAYERS | Arcam CD5, Marantz CD60, SMSL PL200A British Audiophile2024-04-05 | I review 3 of the latest CD players from Arcam, Marantz and SMSL. Do they really sound better than streamers?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:43 Marantz CD60 7:07 SMSL PL200 12:44 Arcam CD5 16:59 ConclusionCLASS D DONE RIGHT! Heaven 11 Billie Mk2 Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-03-22 | Do you think Class D amplifiers sound thin and artificial? Check out the Billie Mk2 amplifier from Heaven 11. It marries a Class A tube preamplifier to a Class D power amplifier. But how good is it?...
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:42 Design & features 3:22 Technical insights 5:42 Sound quality 10:26 Setup & partnering equipment 12:52 ConclusionWHATS THE MARKET LEADER? New Cambridge Audio CXN100 ReviewA British Audiophile2024-03-15 | The CXN100 is a new streamer from Cambridge Audio. How does it compare to the market leaders, the Eversolo DMP-A6 and the Bluesound Node X? I find out...
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Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:22 Design & build 4:14 Connectivity 7:38 User interface 9:36 Sound quality 13:40 ConclusionPREMIUM TRANSMISSION LINE ! Kerr Acoustic K300 Mk3 Speakers ReviewA British Audiophile2024-03-08 | The Kerr Acoustic K300 Mk3 speakers use premium cabinet materials, drivers and crossover parts, all wrapped up in a transmission line design. But does that translate into better performance?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 3:35 Design & features 4:57 Technical insights 8:26 Sound quality 11:14 Setup & partnering equipment 14:35 ConclusionHIGH-END SOUND FOR LESS ! Trilogy 921 Integrated Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-03-01 | Trilogy's previous "entry" amplifier retails for just under £17,000. The new 921 integrated amplifier brings the entry price down to £5,995. But just how good is it?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Design & features 3:06 Technical insights 8:02 Sound quality 11:57 Setup & partnering equipment 14:14 ConclusionA NEW REFERENCE SPEAKER ! Alta Audio Alyssa Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-02-23 | I have had my reference ProAc Response 1SC speakers for 25 years. Could I have finally found something that outperforms them across the board? If so, what happens next?
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Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:00 Design & features 3:41 Technical insights 6:36 Sound quality 10:03 Setup & partnering equipment 12:24 ConclusionGROUP TEST - £1,000 DACS | Topping D90 III, SMSL VMV D2R, Denafrips Ares 12th-1A British Audiophile2024-02-16 | I have a couple of really good contenders to challenge the Denafrips Ares 12th-1 in the new Topping D90 III and SMSL VMV D2R. These may be the 3 best DAC's available for ~£1,000. But which one will come out on top?...
Link to manufacturer/distributor webpages: Topping D90 III https://apos.audio/products/topping-d90-iii-sabre-fully-balanced-hifi-dac-digital-to-analog-converter
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:55 Topping D90 III 5:27 SMSL VMV D2R 9:18 Denafrips Ares 12th-1CLASS A & MORE | Galion TS120SE Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2024-02-02 | The Galion TS120SE will run in Class A, Class A/B, high feedback or low feedback... but which mode of operation sounds the best?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:02 Design & features 3:22 Sound quality 8:03 Setup & partnering equipment 11:50 ConclusionARE VINTAGE SUBS BETTER? REL Classic 98 Subwoofer ReviewA British Audiophile2024-01-26 | A well integrated subwoofer can bring all kind of benefits to your system? I discuss the performance of 3 REL subwoofers, the modern T7X, retro Classic '98, and my vintage Strata III. But which one is best for you?
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Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:19 Design & features 3:54 Technical insights 6:04 Sound quality 8:30 Setup tips 10:58 ConclusionHOW GOOD IS IT? Eversolo DMP-A8 Streamer ReviewA British Audiophile2024-01-19 | The Eversolo DMP-A6 was the hottest digital product of 2023. The DMP-A8 is creating a similar reaction in 2024. Could it be the best digital solution under £2,000?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:39 Design & features 3:35 Technical insights 5:17 Sound quality 9:20 Setup & partnering equipment 11:01 ConclusionCIVILISED | CSS Typhon Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2024-01-12 | Jay Lee has worked with CSS to develop his own speakers, taking inspiration from some very high-end brands. So how good are the CSS Typhons?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:03 Design & features 2:47 Technical insights 5:05 Sound quality 8:08 Setup & partnering equipment 11:30 ConclusionABA AWARDS | Best Amplifiers of 2023!A British Audiophile2023-12-22 | In 2023, I reviewed the largest and most diverse group of amplifiers since starting this channel. Which ones are the best?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:31 Cambridge Audio CXA61 3:46 Fosi Audio V3 6:02 Atoll IN300 7:58 Audiolab 7000A 9:55 Musical Fidelity A1 11:54 Accuphase E280 13:35 Moor Amps Angel Pre & Angel 4 15:14 NVA P50SA & M600 17:13 OutroABA AWARDS | Best Source Components of 2023!A British Audiophile2023-12-15 | Some very interesting DACs and streamer came my way in 2023. Which ones come out on top?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:11 Bluesound Node X 3:16 Eversolo DMP-A6 5:39 Denafrips Ares 12th Ann 7:38 Gustard R26 9:09 Merason Frerot & Pow 1 11:17 Auralic Altair G1.1 13:23 CenGrand DSDAC 1.0SC 15:32 Denafrips Terminator 12th Ann 17:10 OutroABA AWARDS | The Best Speakers of 2023!A British Audiophile2023-12-08 | I reflect back on the year and pick out the best speakers reviewed in 2023.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 0:59 Acoustic Energy AE109 Mk2 3:15 Q Acoustics 5020 4:26 Monitor Audio Silver 50 7G 6:29 3 Square Audio Ayal 8:40 PMC Prodigy 5 10:43 DALI Epicon 2 12:53 Pearl Acoustics Sibelius 14:15 Castle Windsor Earl 15:55 OutroGUIDE TO BUYING DACS + Denafrips Terminator ReviewA British Audiophile2023-12-01 | I discuss my journey with DACS and share my advice about what to consider when buying a DAC.
Time Stamps 0:00 Intro 0:51 You don't always need a DAC 2:48 A better DAC isn't always better 6:21 The time to upgrade 10:03 What the heck Denafrips! 13:21 Where does the Terminator fit? 16:42 ConclusionHEAD TO HEAD! Eversolo DMP A6 Vs Bluesound Node XA British Audiophile2023-11-17 | I give a detailed comparison between the two most popular music streamers on the market right now! Things didn't turn out as expected...
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:48 Design & build 4:21 Connectivity 7:38 User interface 11:23 Sound quality 15:59 ConclusionCOST OF TL SPEAKERS CRASHES DOWN! PMC Prodigy 5 Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2023-11-10 | Transmission line speakers can have some fabulously deep and articulate bass, but I never thought I would see PMC, floorstanding, TL speakers for less than £2,000. How good are they?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:29 Design & features 3:28 Technical insights 7:19 Sound quality 10:56 Setup & partnering equipment 13:32 ConclusionBETTER THAN HEGEL? Atoll IN300 Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2023-11-03 | In the '90s, muscle amps ruled the HiFi world. They are not so popular today, but are we missing something? I find out with the Atoll IN300, a real dual-mono beast!
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:19 Design & features 3:28 Technical insights 7:19 Sound quality 11:34 Setup & partnering equipment 14:13 ConclusionIS IT ALL HYPE? CHoco Sound Emei Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2023-10-20 | Kinki Studio have built up a great reputation in a relatively short time. Their new amp is getting a lot of positive attention. I take a close look to see what the fuss is about.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:28 Design & features 3:46 Technical insights 8:16 Sound quality 10:59 Setup & partnering equipment 12:45 ConclusionCAN EUROPE COMPETE? Merason Frerot (+ Pow1) DAC ReviewA British Audiophile2023-09-29 | There are so many, well designed, superbly built, great sounding DACs from China. It is becoming increasing difficult for European manufacturers to compete. I find out if it is possible...
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:17 Design & features 3:01 Technical insights 7:12 Sound quality 10:45 Setup & partnering equipment 12:47 ConclusionPURE CLASS A HEAVEN ! (New) Musical Fidelity A1 Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2023-09-22 | The A1 is arguably Musical Fidelity's most famous amplifier. Almost 40 years after the original, how good can the new version be?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Design & features 3:38 Technical insights 8:05 Sound quality 11:37 Setup & partnering equipment 14:25 ConclusionHARBETH COMPETITOR! Castle Windsor EarlsA British Audiophile2023-09-15 | From the company that owns, Wharfedale, Mission, QUAD and Audiolab, these are the first Castle speakers to be built in the UK for almost 20 years. I find out how good the Castle Windsor Earls are.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:15 Design & features 3:53 Technical insights 6:24 Sound quality 10:51 Setup & partnering equipment 12:57 ConclusionTOO GOOD TO BE TRUE? Vincent SV 237 Mk2A British Audiophile2023-09-09 | A high bias, Class A, hybrid tube amplifier for less than £2,500. Surely, this is too good to be true. I find out how good it is.
Link to manufacturers webpage: https://www.vincent-tac.de/en/product-types/integrated-amplifiers/sv-237mkii.html
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:05 Design & features 3:21 Technical insights 9:52 Sound quality 12:57 Setup & partnering equipment 15:49 ConclusionWHY SO SPECIAL? NVA P50SA/M600 Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2023-08-18 | I was stunned by the sound quality of the little NVA P50 preamp and S80 poweramp that I reviewed in March 2023. Today, I get to find out what their bigger amps are capable of.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:23 Design & features 4:11 Sound quality 9:06 Setup & partnering equipment 11:35 ConclusionSMART CHOICE! New Neat Elite Classic Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2023-08-04 | After the accomplishments of the Petites, I couldn't wait to get my hands on the Neat Elites Classics. But these are more than just the floorstanding version of the excellent standmounts.
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:29 Design & features 3:28 Sound quality 8:03 Setup & partnering equipment 11:51 ConclusionALL YOU NEED? Auralic Altair G1.1 Streaming DAC ReviewA British Audiophile2023-07-21 | The Auralic Altair G1.1 retails for £2,699. At this price, are you better off with a streaming transport and separate DAC? Or is this all the digital front-end solution you would need?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:49 Design & features 4:16 Technical insights 7:37 Sound quality 11:49 Setup & partnering equipment 13:51 ConclusionVOILA VOIGT! Pearl Acoustics Sibelius CG Speaker ReviewA British Audiophile2023-07-14 | The Pearl Acoustics Sibelius are based on one man's vision to engineer a pure, simple speaker capable of handling almost the entire frequency spectrum. Did he pull it off?...
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:28 Design & features 3:46 Technical insights 7:31 Sound quality 10:51 Setup & partnering equipment 17:18 ConclusionA GENUINE BARGAIN? Fosi Audio V3 Amplifier ReviewA British Audiophile2023-07-07 | If you want a simple, good quality amplifier, how little can you get away with spending? I find out...
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:31Design & features 3:12 Technical insights 5:45 Sound quality 8:31 Setup & partnering equipment 12:04 ConclusionIS DSD BETTER? CenGrand DSDAC 1.0SC ReviewA British Audiophile2023-07-01 | The CenGrand DSDAC 1.0SC is a different kind of DAC. It converts everything to DSD. Does that give it an advantage over other DACs, including my Denafrips Venus II?
Time stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:11 Design & features 3:41 Technical insights 9:03 Sound quality 12:25 Setup & partnering equipment 15:34 ConclusionHighlights from NW Audio Show 2023A British Audiophile2023-06-23 | The NW Audio Show is a favourite of mine and many manufacturers. Why?