These are the newest budget floorstander from this highly respected UK company. They have taken the RX6 tech and constructional tricks and reiterated them at a very affordable price. Starting to receive excellent reviews in the critical press, we think they are a brilliant all round loudspeaker once run in.

The ATS-4 typifies Hume L'Estrange's approach to loudspeakers. It uses his patented "low Q alignment" low frequency technology in a three way four element design that manages to combine exceptional sensitivity (93Db) with an excellent frequency response and ease of drive characteristics.

The ATS5 in it's evolved incarnations has been a long term mainstay of our inventory. They combine a unique high sensitivity along with a flat but very extended frequency response characteristic. These speakers dont just kick the in low end, they hang around in your house and negotiate with your neighbours while you are listening. We believe they are just great for a large room combined music and theatre experience at a price level that absolutely slays imported pretenders to the same market area such as Klipsch or B&W.

Standing at the apex of the 2000 series pyramid is the 2050, the flagship of the Q Acoustics range. Imposing in their presence, yet slim in appearance, the 2050 is stylish floorstander that doesn't compromised performance for aesthetics. Theres even tricky little features like top adjustable spikes and banana plugs hidden underneath the speaker. With a big, open, detailed sound, all you need to do is choose a good amp and source component to get close to hifi nirvana. Gloss finish available at a premium.

The new Radius 270 is a floor-standing tower loudspeaker designed for genuine full-range performance in a serious stereo system or multi-channel audio/video system. The R270 employs an array of technical developments derived directly from Monitor Audio’s award winning reference speaker ranges. A superbly polished performance coupled with an attractive, slender appearance provides the opportunity to enjoy high performance and discreet design all in one package.

This is ... exactly like an Epos speaker. So it retains those slightly unfashionable lines that are the classic hallmark of this brand, like an unmodified Dalek in Dr Who they make no concessions to 21st century fashion in their aesthetics.

This is the first of the revised "Silver Series" Monitor Audio loudspeakers that replaces the incredibly successful RS series.

The RS6 was so very good at its price point that it was with some trepidation that we approached the unpacking and auditioning of the new version ... what if it wasn't as good?...

If this speaker was a wine I reckon it would be a really good Penfolds ...

Don’t be fooled by the unassuming looks of the Kama 6SEs. They are packed with features that enable them to easily compete with the best in their class. And, like all Legend loudspeakers, they are still designed & built in Australia.

Who says you need to have a phsyically large cabinet to make a big sound? The GB1i's have a Kate Moss waifness to their size, yet will make you swear Barry White lives within ... this transmission line technology from Peter Thomas has very much empowered these speakers to allow depth and speed with minimal visuals and tiny footprint.

This is the current flagship of this very esteemed Autralian brand and oh boy it's built ... there is very little comparison in cabinet per dollar than these creatures.

They use a complement of Hume L'Estrange's own Hyperboloid drive units allied to the familiar nipple tweeter used by a number of brands including Sonus Faber and Krix.

The Kantu loudspeakers are elegant, world-class instruments designed and built in Australia to give you maximum enjoyment when you listen to your music or watch home movies. They cover the full range of music frequencies, from very deep bass to sparkling highs and have the fast, open sound that makes all Legend loudspeakers so famous. As described by the Editor of "Australian HiFi" in his review of the Kantus "I found them to be very revealing and highly musical loudspeakers. Bass performance was fast and precise....the midrange makes listening a sheer pleasure....high frequencies are wonderful and airy....."

The FB1 is the embodiment of PMC's innovative approach to pro-audio monitoring, brought into your home. PMC products are to be found in every demanding application, from broadcast and major film scoring to CD and DVD mastering.

Where does Dr Rod get these names from? I think he's in communion with some ancestors down there in Tasmania ... the new Legend Tikandi is the development of the Big Red and they are now rather proudly available for audition at Carlton Audio Visual.Actually the name comes from an Aboriginal word meaning "live".

These are a beautiful sculptured and slim obelisk of hand made exotic wood finish.

At a star studded event in the UK (musicians I hope rather than Reality TV Stars) PMC's Peter Thomas received the highest accolade for a high end loudspeaker from HiFi Choice Editor, Dan George.

interestingly for much of the test they were running them on the same Denon Amp and CD player that we have been using in the store.

Some of their comments ...

"the PL300 can can mount a picture of devastating authority and weight, without any noticeable overhang or excess"

Quadral is not a brand name well known in Australian Hi Fi shops. This German kit actually has an enormous product base and reach in the Europeon Union.

We have the first pair of Quadral Titan Anthem VIII speakers in Australia on display and they are brilliant.

It takes a very special product to get our jaded staff excited, but these speakers are just that. Already prompting many a late night(ane into the early morning) listening session, The MB2's have already earned a special place in our hearts. And they will find a place in yours too after an audition we're sure.

These marvels of Italian craftsmanship are far and away, the most stunning loudspeaker I have had the pleasure of laying my eyes upon.

The finish ... oh the finish.

This beautiful piece of Italian is on demonstration with Carlton Audio Visual at the The Melbourne Home Show in the Exhibition Buildings this Thursday 4th April to Sunday 7th April.

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