Technics SU-R1000 Integrated Amplifier REVIEW
ANDREW BAKER has his ears massaged by the superb new iteration of the flagship Technics integrated amp (and gets to play with an incredible
The Wand EQ MM/MC Phonostage REVIEW
Designed by the late Kiwi hi-fi legend Gary Morrison, The Wand EQ is given a detailed appraisal by Witchdoctor stereo guru ANDREW BAKER.
Refreshed Technics brand announces raft of choice audiophilia
The legendary Technics brand is back with a new emphasis on audiophile gear that meets the demands of the 21st century.
China’s ultra-high-end hi-fi
Think you know everything there is to know about the audiophile scene? This will leave you gobsmacked: TONY WAINHOUSE writes about his incredible hi-fi
Hana ‘Umami Red’ Moving Coil Cartridge REVIEW
ANDREW BAKER discovers the incredible extra flavours revealed by umami - a Hana Umami Red cartridge, that is.
Cowon Plenue L Portable Hi-Res Digital Audio Player REVIEW
So you've downsized and the stereo has to go, but you still need superb sound in your life. ANDREW BAKER finds a genuine solution.
New Auckland audio club forms
Fancy a monthly get-together to listen to music on superb hi-fi gear with other audio appreciators? Witchdoctor gets all the info.
Wing Zeros – a loudspeaker that rewrites the book
GARY STEEL chats with the two genius designers of a revolution in sound reproduction. Prepare to be amazed.
The Wand 14-4 Turntable REVIEW
ANDREW BAKER spends quality time with a New Zealand-made turntable that's both a work of art and an exceptional piece of engineering.
Obituary – Kiwi hi-fi legend Gary Morrison
Gary Morrison was a true legend of New Zealand hi-fi, and the man behind iconic amps from Craft, Plinius and PureAudio. SIMON BROWN shares
Transparent Audio announces Generation 6 cables
Highly regarded cables go through an evolution. The new Generation 6 likely to land in NZ this June. The Transparent Audio Cable company has
Nathan Haines on his choice of loudspeakers
NATHAN HAINES is not only a legendary Kiwi jazz/crossover music icon but an exacting audio connoisseur. Here, he explains his recent audio epiphany.
Hana Umami brings new flavour to audiophile cartridges
The new Hana Umami Red MC cartridge is now available in New Zealand.
Aune X7s Balanced Headphone Amplifier REVIEW
ASHLEY KRAMER finds a headphone amp that performs a genuine audiophile job for little more than spare change.
Bass traps: Everything you need to know
Is your hi-fi investment giving you a boomy bass headache? We've got the news you want to hear. GARY STEEL quizzes audio expert Paul
Several set-up suggestions for sonorous speakers
RICHARD VAREY had been neglecting his loudspeakers, so he set out to find the tweaks that would see them sound their very best.
The astonishing story of Garth Murray’s Theophany loudspeakers
How Garth Murray came to create his Theophany loudspeaker brand is as fascinating as his speakers are exceptional, writes NATHAN HAINES.
Supra Sword Excalibur Speaker Cable REVIEW
RICHARD VAREY has three words for the new Supra Sword Excalibur speaker cable: clarity, transients, wow! He bought the cables.
Lotoo PAW-S1 Headphone Amplifier/DAC REVIEW
ASHLEY KRAMER gives this surprising headphone amp and DAC Witchdoctor's highest accolade for thoroughly sprucing up and clarifying the music.
Technics OTTAVA f SC-C70MK2 All-In-One Music System REVIEW
The revived Technics brand is staking its reputation on its OTTAVA series systems. But what is an OTTAVA? ASHLEY KRAMER takes a deep dive.
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