Future Audiophile

Reading Time: 8 minutesI have enjoyed tubed audiophile preamplifiers for decades, but had never spent any time with gear from Vincent Audio until just recently, when my publisher asked me if I would be interested in reviewing a tubed preamplifier from Vincent Audio. I quickly agreed, and the Vincent Audio SA-T7 Diamond arrived shortly thereafter.  The “Diamond” in the SA-T7 Read More »

Reading Time: 7 minutesCambridge Audio is an audiophile electronics manufacturer with a lineage that dates back to the late 1960s. Cambridge Audio’s products today are as relevant as ever, including some really slick designs such as their sexy-as-hell, DeLorean-themed integrated amplifier. The Cambridge Audio CXA81 MKII integrated amplifier features 80 watts per channel of Class-A/B power into eight ohms, Read More »

Reading Time: 9 minutesBritish HiFi company Wharfedale has earned a strong reputation in the audiophile world since its inception in 1932, particularly for its innovation in loudspeaker design. Recently, the company has been revisiting some of its classic speaker designs, giving them modern updates and branding them the Wharfedale Heritage Series. The newest addition to this lineup is the Read More »

Reading Time: 5 minutesOrchard Audio just announced that the PecanPi+ Streamer Premium has received Roon Ready certification from Roon Labs. The PecanPi+ Streamer Premium is a plug-and-play high-resolution music streamer. Control music wirelessly using your phone, tablet, or computer. The device can also be connected to any digital transport utilizing S/PDIF (COAX). Precision-engineered to deliver an exquisite audio experience. The PecanPi+ Read More »

Reading Time: 9 minutesIt wasn’t all that long ago when no self-respecting audiophile would listen to the same system for both stereo and their multi-channel home theater setups. Most thought that a purist two-channel audiophile system that was carefully set up could provide almost holographic imaging through a meticulous selection of components and carefully tweaked speaker positions. Dynamics could be Read More »

Reading Time: 6 minutesWiiM just introduced the Vibelink Amp—a powerful 100W per channel amplifier designed for high-fidelity sound across digital and analog sources. Ideal for passive speakers and existing streamers, it seamlessly integrates into any setup. The Vibelink Amp delivers rich, dynamic audio with nearly 67% more power than the WiiM Amp Pro. A premium built-in DAC supports up to 192kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Read More »