Fancy an espresso with that amplifier, Sir? Java’s Single Shot reviewed
ANDREW BAKER gets seriously caffeinated listening to New Zealand’s superb Java Single Shot integrated amplifier.
Eversolo’s DMP-A6: Is this the best-value audiophile music streamer on the market?
There's a terrific buzz around this nicely-priced and versatile streamer. GARY STEEL gives the Eversolo DMP-A6 a thorough audition.
Is this the best home audio set-up in New Zealand?
GARY STEEL loves his job. This time it took him to the Far North to audition one of the best sound systems in the
Eversolo DAC-Z8: an astounding DAC, preamp and headphone amp in one
Owning a decent digital-to-analogue converter is essential and our ANDY BAKER has discovered a top-flight DAC that doesn't break the bank.
The great JAVA Single Shot day trip
Boutique Auckland audio company JAVA HiFi is making waves internationally and in Northland too, writes GARY STEEL.
NZ hi-fi distributor announces acquisition of top French brand Advance Paris
PQ Imports takes on exquisite French brand Advance Paris and its extensive lineup of products.
NZ to get just one pair of these special edition Perlisten speakers
New Zealand Perlisten distributor Sole To Soul announces the imminent arrival of spectacular limited edition R7T.
Witchdoctor’s stupendously simple guide to hi-fi
So, you’ve heard and loved the sound of a real stereo system but buying and setting one up for yourself is just too-hard basket?
Sugden Audio boss Patrick Miller RIP
The audiophile world is mourning the loss of Patrick Miller, boss of legendary hi-fi company Sugden Audio.
Sony’s STR-AN1000 home theatre receiver: a clean 10 out of 10 rating
Here's a home theatre receiver that not only has all the bells and whistles but also sounds great, writes a hugely impressed PAT PILCHER.
Special treat in store for Wilson Audio speaker purchasers
Auckland agent for Wilson Audio offers a special treat for purchasers of the new Sasha V loudspeakers.
Auckland’s HiFi Store takes on Creek Audio
The HiFi store has announced that it will be the sole NZ distributor of the legacy UK Creek brand.
Technics SU-GX70 Network Audio Amplifier: Everything and more
ANDREW BAKER has a good long listen to a mid-price Technics amp that does just about everything except butter the toast.
The problem with streaming music
GARY STEEL has come to the conclusion that people who collect records are meat-eaters and those who stream music are herbivores.
Pacific Audio fest and a tale of three pressings
Veteran Kiwi hi-fi creator Simon Brown took his Wand turntable to the fabulous Seattle-based Pacific Audio Fest hi-fi show. Here's his take on the
Ideal world – perfect loudspeakers in a perfect room
GARY STEEL revisits a story that was originally published in 2006 in which he experienced the high end of the high end speaker market.
The day we heard the best speakers on the planet
GARY STEEL reports on a trip to listen to reputedly the finest speaker brand on earth and to meet its CEO.
The 2023 High End Munich show boasts the “wow” factor PLUS!
New Zealand importer STEPHEN SEQUE of Soul To Sole Audio took a wander around a selection of exhibits on Day 1 of High End
Kiwi audio ingenuity: Tex Tone’s Classic Mini Speakers
Our audiophile expert ANDY BAKER soaks in the sonic vibrations emitting from Kiwi rock music icon Tex Houston's new baby-sized speakers.
Audiophile streaming bliss: Bluesound Node N130 Streamer reviewed
Looking for a music streamer that does everything you need it to do and is genuinely hi-res? PAT PILCHER is wooed by BlueSound's latest.
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