QED Performance: New Cables, from Speaker to USB-C
New connections
QED is revamping its Performance Series: 13 cable types for speakers, RCA, subwoofers, digital audio, Ethernet, and USB-C—starting at 39 euros.
Author: Stefan Schickedanz
Stefan Schickedanz
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.
Yamaha R200A: Stereo Receiver with Phono and Bluetooth for 369 euros
Old-school with good reception
Yamaha R200A: Stereo receiver with MM phono, DAB+, Bluetooth 5.3, and 2 × 100 watts. Available in black and silver starting in fall 2026 for 369 euros.
JBL Pulse 6: Light Show, Deep Bass, and USB-C Audio for 300 euros
Pulse of the Night
The JBL Pulse 6 combines 40 watts of power and deeper bass with a 360-degree light show, Bluetooth 6.0, Auracast, USB-C audio, and IP68 protection.
JBL PartyBox Ultimate 2: 1,500 watts, touchscreen, and AI karaoke
Ultimate, Turned Up
JBL PartyBox Ultimate 2 with 1,500 watts, 10-inch woofers, a touchscreen, AI karaoke, and Wi-Fi. All the details on features, price, and release date.
Cambridge Audio Melomania A100SE: Spatial Audio and three colours
Colour Me Quiet
Cambridge Audio is launching the Melomania A100SE, featuring Dolby Spatial Audio, aptX Lossless, LDAC, and a 39-hour battery life, in three colors for 149 euros.
Loewe neo: Premium portable speaker with lighting and 50 watts
Sound in a New Light
The Loewe neo combines 50 watts, two passive membranes, app control, and LED lighting in an IP67-rated aluminum housing. Pre-orders begin November 20.
IOTAVX B:ound: Compact Class B power amplifier with up to 200 watts
Small Amp, Big Ambitions
The IOTAVX B:ound combines Class B technology with compact dimensions. What it can do, why the specifications are contradictory, and when it costs 549 euros.
Pure Evoke One and Evoke Home II: Heritage Radios Made of Real Wood
Deep Roots, New Waves
Pure is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the Evoke One and Evoke Home II: real wood, DAB+, internet radio, Bluetooth 5.3, and—on the Home II—a CD player.
Teufel STUDIO 5X: First studio monitor now available for order
Fine-Tuned to the Last Detail
Teufel’s first studio monitor, the STUDIO 5X, is available as an active 3-way pair with coaxial drivers. Prices: 499.99 euros; 549.99 euros with Bluetooth.
Porsche PCCM Plus: Wireless CarPlay for the 911, Boxster, and Cayman
Old Porsche, New Tricks
The new Porsche PCCM Plus brings wireless CarPlay, Android Auto, and OTA navigation to the 911, Boxster, and Cayman models from 2009 through 2016.