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High-End Premieres Despite Vienna: HECStore Hosts Audio & Video Days near Munich
Experience Top Brands Live
HECStore hosts the Audio & Video Days 2026 near Munich. Experience high-end new products from B&W, KEF, Dynaudio, T+A & more live.
Cayin N8iii: Reference DAP with Dual Tube and Fully Balanced DAC
AKM Flagship DAC On Board
With the N8iii, Cayin introduces a new reference-class Digital Audio Player (DAP). The model, limited to 1,000 units, combines tube amplifier technology with modern DAC architecture and is aimed at demanding headphone users and HiFi enthusiasts.
Klangschloss Greifensee 2026 Show Review: Highlights of the HiFi Show’s 20th Anniversary
Blind Dates & Live Sessions
Klangschloss Greifensee 2026 celebrates its anniversary: A HiFi show featuring live music, blind dates, and high-end systems. Our detailed report with impressions and highlights.
Electrocompaniet Brings 24-Bit Streaming for Spotify to EC Living Systems
More Bits, Please!
Spotify now in 24-bit: Electrocompaniet expands its EC Living streaming platform with high-resolution playback via update.
Sony expands BRAVIA Theatre series: New soundbars, subwoofers, and rear speakers
"Cinema is Coming Home"
Sony presents new BRAVIA Theatre soundbars, subwoofers, and rear speakers. Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and 360 Spatial Sound for an enhanced home cinema experience.
Denon Home 200, 400 and 600: New Multiroom Speakers with Dolby Atmos
New Multiroom Speakers with Dolby Atmos
New Denon Home Speakers: Models 200, 400 and 600 with Dolby Atmos, HEOS Multiroom and powerful sound. Available from March 2026.
Vertere SOLO and LunA: New mono cartridge and power supply introduced
After stereo comes mono
Vertere introduces the SOLO mono MC cartridge and the LunA linear power supply. More precision, dynamics, and sound quality for demanding vinyl systems.
TEAC TN-400BT-X Turquoise: Bluetooth turntable in a limited colour edition
Listen to vinyl and stream wirelessly in the special Turquoise colour
TEAC introduces the TN-400BT-X Turquoise: limited-edition Bluetooth turntable with aptX, integrated phono preamp and Audio-Technica cartridge. Price: 499 euros.
Apple unveils improved AirPods Max 2: over-ears with H2 chip and revamped ANC
Works 1.5x better against airplane or train noise
The new AirPods Max 2 offer improved ANC, Spatial Audio, USB-C lossless audio, and smart features like live translation. Launch in April.
Backes & Müller ICE 525 Phono: Digital Preamplifier with Phono Input
Perfect Complement for Active Loudspeakers
Backes & Müller presents the ICE 525 Phono: Digital preamplifier with phono input, A/D conversion, and digital RIAA equalization for active loudspeakers. Price: 8,899 Euros.