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Trends Audio launches BA-10 Bi-amp Audio System, affordable luxury for the discerning listener!

By   November 28, 2011

Hong Kong, November 24, 2011 – ITOK Media Limited’s innovative Hi-Fi brand “Trends Audio” launched its new innovative Hi-Fi product – Trends BA-10 Bi-amp Audio System. Combining the latest release of Trends PA-10.1D Tube Pre amplifier with two output and highly acclaimed two Trends TA-10.2 SE Power Amplifier, Trends BA-10 Bi-amp Audio System provide the perfect way of integrating your speakers with sonic sound. Easy to use and sound quality this good is now available in a size and price that the music lover can afford, and is no longer the exclusive domain of larger “audiophile” systems.
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Amplifiers | Press and News

Anthem Ships Statement M1 Amplifier, Redefines Class D Category

By   November 09, 2011

Anthem Statement M1 Amplifier Redefines Class D Category

 

The one kilowatt, single rack unit Class D mono power amplifier outperforms its class with sophisticated monitoring circuits that maintain proper frequency response, even when powering the heaviest speaker loads using a 120V line.

Toronto, ON – November 9, 2011 – Anthem, the leading manufacturer of high-end electronics for music, home theater and distributed audio systems, is now shipping the Anthem Statement M1.  Anthem’s game-changing monaural powerhouse annihilates conventional audiophile wisdom about Class D amplification with flawless fidelity and full dynamic range across all volume levels, flat frequency response and rock-solid stability into even the most difficult loads, no “dead time” crossover distortion, and virtually no noise floor.

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Integrated Amplifiers | Press and News | SACD

TWO NEW MARANTZ “REFERENCE SERIES” AUDIO COMPONENTS – PM-15S2 Amplifier and SA-15S2 SACD Player

By   November 03, 2011

TWO NEW MARANTZ “REFERENCE SERIES” AUDIO COMPONENTS BRING ASTOUNDING LEVELS OF MUSICALITY AND REALISM, WITH NEW INTRODUCTORY PRICE POINTS

– PM-15S2 Amplifier and SA-15S2 SACD Player Deliver Marantz High-Level Audio Excellence at Prices That Let More Discerning Consumers Enjoy the Unique “Reference Series” Experience –

 

Mahwah, NJ, November 3, 2011 – Marantz America, a world leader of advanced home entertainment solutions, has brought all of its expertise in high-end audio to bear in the creation of two new state-of-the-art Reference Series components, the PM-15S2 Limited Integrated Amplifier (SRP: $2,499.99) (http://us.marantz.com/US/PM15S2) and the SA-15S2 Limited Super Audio CD/CD Player (SRP: $1,999.99) (http://us.marantz.com/US/SA15S2) with their luxurious black anodized aluminum cosmetics and leading-edge audiophile-grade circuitry, both products reflect Marantz’ decades-long tradition of musicality and sonic excellence. And thanks to their new introductory price points, more music lovers and audio enthusiasts can now afford to experience the elevated listening experience of Marantz’ acclaimed Reference Series.

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Amplifiers | Press and News

Trends Audio unveils PA-10.1D Tube Headphone/Pre Amplifier for supporting Bi-amp audio system!

By   October 20, 2011

Hong Kong, October 20, 2011 – ITOK Media Limited’s innovative Hi-Fi brand “Trends Audio” (www.TrendsAudio.com)launched its new innovative Hi-Fi product – Trends PA-10.1D Tube Headphone/Pre Amplifier. It provides all functions of headphone amplifier and pre amplifier as well have fun tube rolling. New Trends PA-10.1D includes a swithchable input(CD/DAC or PC/iPod)and two inputs for targeting Bi-amp audio system below US$1,000 budget. Meanwhile, it applies ELNA capacitors which result in improved transient performance, enhanced spatial accuracy and low frequency realism.

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CD Players | Integrated Amplifiers | Press and News

MARANTZ BREAKS PRICE/PERFORMANCE BARRIER WITH INTRODUCTION OF PM6004 INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER AND CD6004 COMPACT DISC PLAYER

By   October 19, 2011

Advanced Sonic Technologies Derived from Marantz Flagship Reference Series; Special Features for Flexibility and Convenience with iPod®/iTunes® and Digital Music

Mahwah, NJ, October 17, 2011 – Marantz America, a world leader of advanced home entertainment solutions, today set a new bar for the performance/value proposition with the introduction of its PM6004 Integrated Amplifier (SRP: $599.99) and CD6004 Compact Disc Player (SRP: $499.99). Marantz engineers incorporated advanced sonic technologies from the critically-acclaimed Marantz Reference Series into both new products, guaranteeing an unprecedented level of realistic music reproduction for the price point.

Jim Ludoviconi, Brand and Product Manager for Marantz America, noted: “With our new accessibly priced PM6004 Amplifier and CD6004 CD Player, we are making it possible for more audio and music enthusiasts than ever to afford the signature Marantz music experience. Everything about these units has been engineered to provide luxurious, breathtakingly realistic music reproduction. At the same time, our engineers made sure to include all the convenience and flexibility features suited for all today’s digital music listening solutions. As a company that was founded with a mission to provide the very best music listening experience possible, these two products make us very proud.”

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Amplifiers | Press and News

MCINTOSH DEBUTS BREATHTAKING NEW GOLD-PLATED 50TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION MC275 TUBE POWER AMPLIFIER

By   October 07, 2011

– As the Legendary MC275 Turns 50, McIntosh Celebrates with New Anniversary Edition; Pure McIntosh Power and Musicality, Plus Advanced New Features for
Today’s Music Enthusiast –


Binghamton, NY, October 6, 2011 – McIntosh Laboratory, global leader in prestige quality audio for over 60 years, is celebrating the golden anniversary of its legendary MC275 Amplifier with the debut of its 50th Anniversary Limited Edition McIntosh MC275 tube power amplifier. Featuring an elegant gold-toned chassis, the specially created amp is being offered in a very limited quantity, accompanied by a commemorative book and deluxe packaging. It combines modern convenience and performance enhancements without altering the smooth, clean sound character that has made the MC275 famous for the past 50 years. With the new Limited Edition MC275, music enthusiasts and discerning consumers will be able to experience all the power, realism and emotional connection with their music made possible by an ultimate-quality McIntosh amp.

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Amplifiers | Editorial Reviews | Integrated Amplifiers | Pro-Review

Trends Audio T-10.2 Integrated Amplifier Review

By   August 30, 2011

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Summary

Overall we’d absolutely recommend the T-10.2 amplifier. Assuming you only needed a single input and could pair it with musical and smooth sounding gear.  One gets a stunning amount of performance from the $189 T-10.2. Detailed sound with touch of warmth, hints at a real body and musical presence, and pure enjoyment. Trends has a winner here. Though we’d love to see a version with a few more inputs, a higher quality volume control and a dimmer blue light. Though it sounds like that might be in the works…

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Amplifiers | Audioholics | Editorial Reviews | Feature Articles | Pro-Review | Receivers

Denon AVR-3312CI AV Receiver Review

By   August 05, 2011

AV receivers are getting more and more powerful, and their feature sets are getting more and more expansive. For some, the critical price/performance breakpoint comes at around $5-$600. At that price you start to get advanced features like video upconversion to HDMI and amplifiers that can be re-routed to a second Zone. So what does Denon have to offer above and beyond that with its AVR 3312CI receiver, that’s priced at twice that. I mean what do you really get for $1100?

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Amplifiers | Feature Articles | Integrated Amplifiers | Pro-Review

PrimaLuna ProLogue Premium Integrated Amplifier Review

By   April 28, 2011

ProLogue Premium Review

If you’ve caught even snippets of the British television program “Top Gear” you’ll have no doubt noticed that even though host Jeremy Clarkson loves the roaring and wild aggression of Lamborghinis and their ilk, he constantly speaks better of sports cars with more technology, smoother rides, stereos, and a sense of class. Automobiles like the sporty Audi A6 and BMW M series exemplify this because what Jeremy wants is a car that can rip up the road when desired or be smooth and relaxed on demand. Jeremy wants a car with the versatility to match his needs.

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Amplifiers | Editorial Reviews | Feature Articles | Integrated Amplifiers | Pro-Review

Melody MK88 32W KT88 Integrated Tube Amplifier Review

By   March 06, 2011

If you had two thousand dollars, and you wanted to be a somewhat responsible audiophile, (is that an oxymoron?) you might want to spend said two grand on a new integrated tube amp. Because right now there are several really amazing integrated tube amplifiers on the market. The Melody MK88, a Class A, KT88 integrated tube amplifier with a clean and no nonsense physical appearance is one of them. Priced at $1995, you’d have enough left over for a couple bottles of Two-Buck-Chuck. To sauce you up as you thoroughly enjoyed your new toy.

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