The founder and editor in chief of STEREO GUIDE has been testing for over three decades as a hi-fi expert for print and online magazines such as AUDIO, stereoplay, LowBeats or FAZ Kaufkompass. In addition to cultivated music playback, he likes fast cars - including classic cars - with rich sound. He also reports regularly on this topic, not least on this platform.
The Cayin CP6 combines a portable CD player, a Hi-Res DAC, a tube headphone amplifier, and a CD ripper. It features Bluetooth 5.4, LDAC, and up to 7.5 hours of battery life.
iFi Audio is introducing two new high-end network players, the NEO Stream 3 and the ZEN Stream 3, featuring Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay 2, and high-resolution streaming up to DSD512.
With SONIK, DALI is introducing a new speaker series featuring seven models, hybrid tweeters, SMC technology, and prices starting at 498 euros per pair.
Luxman is celebrating 100 years of company history with the new D-100 Centennial. The reference SACD/CD player features a new drive, dual DAC, and USB DAC.
The Audio Pro A15 W combines Bluetooth, multi-room functionality, high-resolution streaming, and up to 19 hours of battery life. This versatile wireless speaker costs 399 euros.
The FiiO EH13 features hybrid ANC, LDAC, multipoint Bluetooth, and up to 75 hours of battery life. The new over-ear headphones cost just 49 euros.
Review of the Canton Smart Soundbar 10 S2: The 5.1.2 system, featuring the Smart Sub 10 and Smart Libero, delivers impressive Dolby Atmos sound in the living room.
Creative introduces the XF1, an active Hi-Res desktop speaker with 72 watts RMS, Bluetooth 6.0 with LDAC, and a subwoofer output. Price: 159.99 euros.
The Sonos Play combines multi-room audio, Bluetooth, and a portable battery-powered speaker in a single device. Our review will reveal whether this versatile all-rounder can even replace a small hi-fi system.
Loxone is launching a new Wi-Fi speaker for smart homes. The Wireless Speaker integrates into the multiroom system but also works via Bluetooth. Price: 377 euros.
