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The story of Excalibur – how Richter created a new flagship speaker after 25 years

By Australian Hi-Fi published 13 August 23

We interview designer Dr Martin Gosnell on Richter's new flagship speakers – and how they couldn't be more black...

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OAD Ultrafidelity Vajra review

By Greg Borrowman published 12 May 23

A relative new Melbourne brand delivers power in spades from its stereo power amplifier, fittingly named after its ‘diamond-like attributes’ – purity, faithfulness and constancy.

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Aussie legends voted as the 'Best Sounding Room' at the Australian Hi-Fi Show 2023

By Australian Hi-Fi published 11 May 23

What's amazing this year is not only who won, but how many different rooms got votes.

Audio-Technica AT-MC2022 review

By Australian Hi-Fi published 26 April 23

If you can afford one, you need one; this is undoubtedly the best-sounding, highest-performing cartridge in the world.

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McIntosh MC3500 MkII / C12000ST / C12000C review

By Australian Hi-Fi published 10 February 23

We can unhesitatingly recommend this McIntosh trio to anyone who is desirous of owning an all-analogue audio amplification system of this high-end calibre.

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Pro-Ject X2 B / Phono Box S3 B review

By Australian Hi-Fi published 23 January 23

A duo that allows you to take advantage of the many advantages of balanced connections all the way from the phono cartridge to amplifier.

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iFi’s new DAC and headphone amp ups its audio game with aptX Lossless Bluetooth

By Harry McKerrell published 22 September 23

The Neo iDSD has a sequel which claims to be the first model of its kind to feature aptX Lossless Bluetooth...

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Apple AirPods Pro 2 review

By What Hi-Fi? last updated 21 September 23

UPDATED The new AirPods Pro 2 impress with excellent noise-cancelling, seamless iOS use, and a five-star sound performance

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Hands on: Philips Fidelio L4 review

By Alastair Stevenson published 20 September 23

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Philips’ latest Fidelio L4 wireless headphones aim to rival the five-star Sony WH-1000XM5 rivals in features and sound quality. Here are our first impressions.

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Apple AirPods Pro 2 with Adaptive Audio ANC

Apple Adaptive Audio explained and tested: AirPods Pro latest ANC feature

By Harry McKerrell last updated 19 September 23

Apple Adaptive Audio offers a new ANC level for iOS 17-updated AirPods Pro 2nd generation wireless earbuds

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5: the differences between two flagship cans

By Joe Svetlik published 19 September 23

Bose's new QC Ultra Headphones look promising, but can they best Sony's finest noise-cancelling headphones?

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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e headphones aim to end Sony's dynasty once and for all

By Becky Roberts published 19 September 23

The successors to the five-star Px7 S2 get "extensively upgraded DSP", which Bowers & Wilkins says is key to their advanced sound quality.

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iFi’s new DAC and headphone amp ups its audio game with aptX Lossless Bluetooth

By Harry McKerrell published 22 September 23

The Neo iDSD has a sequel which claims to be the first model of its kind to feature aptX Lossless Bluetooth...

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Best active speakers 2023: budget to premium

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 22 September 23

Best Buys Great hi-fi sound without the need for a separate amplifier, whether you're adding to a TV, turntable or streamer.

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It gets a lot of FLAC, but MQA's saving is a good thing for hi-fi

By Alastair Stevenson published 22 September 23

MQA has found a buyer in the shape of the Lenbrook Group, here’s why we think that’s potentially a great thing for hi-fi.

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Best phono preamps 2023: budget to high-end phono stages

By Kashfia Kabir last updated 21 September 23

best buys For your turntable and amp to play nicely, you'll likely need a phono stage (AKA a phono preamp). These are the best around.

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McIntosh's House of Sound NYC townhouse is the AV pad of our dreams

By Joe Svetlik published 21 September 23

This house has everything: Pro-Ject turntables, McIntosh amps, Sony projectors... even a specced-out Jeep.

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This awesome hi-fi deal combines a five-star Marantz amplifier with fantastic Dali speakers

By Andy Madden published 21 September 23

We've spotted a great deal combining two five-star and Award-winning products from Marantz and Dali.

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