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A really unusual amp from this rather fanatical UK comnpany. The Blak is all about refinement and composure but with serene unflappable power. 

The Blak Integrated Amplifier is a powerful and musically enthralling design, with ample control and headroom available for exceptional grip and drive. Bass is quick, deep and exceptionally tight, ensuring a sense of speed and rhythm with an ultra-spacious and detailed soundstage that benefits all recordings and musical genres. Specially-selected components feature throughout the fully symmetrical circuit and a top-quality power supply design ensure the best possible performance.

The Blak Integrated Amplifier contains very high quality internal Moving Magnet phono stage for direct connection to a turntable, aptX Bluetooth capability, an internal high-end DAC with USB connectivity and a circuit switchable headphone input. Rich in both sound and features, it represents the pinnacle of Roksan’s amplification.

https://www.whathifi.com/au/roksan/blak-integrated/review

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Michell utilise an inverted oil circulating bearing technology that completely revolutionised turntables when they introduced it. It results in near non existent friction in the bearing that leads to a tight and defined bass sound that other turntable companies can't reproduce.

An extra heavy design that absorbs vibrations creating the perfect inert platform for music playback as well as a spiffed up motor and power supply set this deck apart from other Michell Turntables.

Generally we specify a tonearm like the Rega RB3000 (RRP $2749) on this deck.

For a number of our staff members, the Orbe has been the Turntable of choice. The vinyl obsessives amongst us revel in the dexterity and clarity of sound this deck produces. True HiFi fanatics rejoice...Amen.

This version of the Orbe complete with perspex plinth and lid that keep out pesky environmental disturbances (something as simple as walking around on the floor near the Turntable) to create an even more inert deck and controlled sound.

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We have managed to source a 100m roll of Oval 9 speaker cable. As such we will be the only retailer in Vic able to cut oval 9 by the meter. The savings from this rather than a factory terminated pair is incredible. This cable normally retails for $1680 for a 3m pair.

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Every now and then you get a piece of high fidelity that oozes high class as soon as you touch it, The Yamaha 5000 series preampifier and power amplifier have this quality in spades and so does this the highest ranging CD Player in the range of Yamaha high fidelity kit.

In the trade we can go a long way on the tactility of a product as a real assessment of its build quality, That and the less than minor matter of one's reaction to a component's particular sound quality are simply something that can never be realised via internet shopping. this is a device that begs to be individually auditioned.

There is definetly a Rolls Royce feel to this device and it immediately reminds me of the original Yamaha Centennial CD Player the no compromise CDX10000 that was released in 1987 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Yamaha music products.

The CDS3000 is also an external DAC that is a 32 bit device ...

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Every aspect of the VEGA G2.1’s engineering has been designed to push the boundaries of
sonic performance, reshaping data into vibrant musical performance. From the addition of
integrated streaming to its unique casework, the VEGA G2.1 is transforming the idea of
what a DAC can be.

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Fully equipped, this unit is a HiFi grade mini system with all the trimmings.

A compact half-size model, with cd player, Radio (FM?DAB), WiFi/ehthernet network player, phono in as well as 2 optical inputs and a coax input.

A beefy Class AB amplifier sets this unit apart from its competitors. This is a serious amp packed with features.

Try pairing it it with a set of AE300 or Monitor Audio silver 50s and have yourself a truly entertaining system!

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Perhaps the best value in the Classic range. Absolutely gorgeous midrange. So lifelike!. Enough fast, accurate, bass to sound full range but a still easy to accommodate in any room enclosure size. Built in the UK to the same exacting standards as the SP200!

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An answer to a problem you didnt think you had. Our ex display Leema Corvus will work wonders integrating into high end home theatres where the user would like to improve the performance of their centre speaker and subwoofer control. Ex display. Unit has been here for a while, to move it we would be happy to do an excellent deal on a centre channel & or subwoofer.

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Looking like a wet dream Q Acoustic 3030 in the finish they always promised but never delivered, these are a serious bit of high energy audiophile quadruply amplified bookshelf loudspeaker. Seriously the walnut gloss finish is actually extremely elegant, and perhaps serves to allay the slightly rotund form. (also please note they are $3200 in polished walnut as against $2725 in black or white)

The form is actually dictated by physics, if you want to get the best quality sound out of the smallest box with excellent imageing and good bass, well, you end up with cabinet about this size and drive unit configuration. That is why there are so many loudspeakers that are approximately this size that are actually very good.

Acoustic Energy homepage for the AE1 loudspeakers 

"What Hi-Fi?" on AE1 loudspeakers 

""Soundstagesimplifi.com" on the AE1 loudspeakers 

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This is a must-have accessory for anyone with a decent cartridge or anyone who doesn't have 20/20 vision...! Perfect for a gift for any vinyl loving relative or friend!

We're all about protecting vulnerable cartridges from their owners!

It sits neatly on the side of your HiFi rack and is completely run by LEDs. 

You can even toggle through the different lighting mood temperatures...got a date, switch it to the warm glow setting.

Great value too and an elegant solution for a Turntable.

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The TA-1000 Neo is one step up from Acoustic Signature's basic tonearm. A stellar performer that tracks brilliantly thanks to precisely made and engineered bearings.

It is very low resonance with its dual layer carbon structure.

In addition to that it is available in a 12" version as well as Black and Gold colour ways.

12" Silver $3900

Black add $1400 (extra)

Gold add $3400 (extra)

Black and Gold colour options are special order.

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The Il Cremonese speakers have the scale and presence of the highest of the high-end loudspeakers. Coupled with a magical musicality.

They are beautiful ... simply and astonishingly.

"The Absolute Sound" announces the Il Cremonese

"Hi Fi News" on the Il Cremonese

"Stereophile" on the Il Cremonese

Get back the total value of your existing pair of speakers (any brand) when you trade them in and purchase a pair of new Sonus faber speakers.

Hurry up! The extraordinary #tradeintotradeup promotion lasts until 1st December 2023.

Time to embrace the Sonus Faber unparalleled performance has finally come.

For a limited time only, you have the great opportunity to Trade In your speakers toward the purchase of a new pair from Sonus faber. As part of our constant effort to enrich people’s lives with exceptional sound quality, we are making an unprecedented offer which is valid for some of our collections: Lumina, Sonetto, Olympica Nova, Heritage, Homage and Reference. 

Please be aware that the new Sonus faber speakers must be 2.5 times the value of the speakers traded in. Please see dealer program document for details.

Hurry up! The extraordinary #tradeintotradeup promotion lasts until December 1st in Australia. 

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Completing the Chord Company's Epic range is this high performance power cable. Using Chord's unique ARAY conductor technology for increased performance, this is a solid noise-reducing power cable to deliver the best from your system.

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This is where the Acoustic Signature Tonearms start to get really really good. We jump up to an anti-skating knob which is capable of much more precise adjustments in anti-skate. And don't underestimate the importance of anti-skate with any reasonable quality cartridge. It can clean up woolyness in the sound. This little feature gets the tonearm to a point where those differences are very noticeable.

The TA-2000 NEO also has better bearings than the TA-500 NEO and the TA-1000 NEO. Acoustic Signature say they are 'almost frictionless ball bearings' and they're not ones to over exaggerate.

The TA-2000 NEO is on display at Carlton Audio Visual.

Also Available in a 12" version $6300

Black add $1900 (extra)

Gold add $4700 (extra)

Black and Gold are special orders. Other prices quoted are for Silver.  

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The Optimum is the fourth of IsoTek’s high-performance power cables to be upgraded to the new advanced EVO3 (Evolution 3) version, and is clearly positioned at the top of the range. The new EVO3 Optimum delivers radical advances over its predecessor, the earlier GII version. Cutting-edge thinking in terms of conductor geometries has been combined with excellent materials to develop a cable of superlative quality. At the Optimum’s core are three silver plated copper conductors made from Ohno Continuous Cast (OCC) copper. The OCC process for refining copper, developed and patented by Professor Ohno of Japan’s Chiba Institute of Technology, gives a vastly superior level of purity compared with traditional OFC copper. The benefits for audio and AV applications include outstanding electrical conductivity along with improved flexibility and resistance to fatigue and corrosion. Each of the three 3.0sqmm conductors features a new and innovative square-shaped configuration of 40 strands, each strand also being of square cross-section. This unique design provides an enlarged inter-strand contact surface, further enhancing electrical conductivity. A high quality Teflon FEP dielectric (insulation) is extruded over each conductor, providing a very low dielectric constant over a wide frequency range. The three conductors are given a slight rotational twist to aid RFI and EMI rejection, and are then surrounded by a cotton filler which, as well is adding internal strength and reducing microphony, also possesses superb dielectric properties – similar to FEP. The whole construction is then double shielded by first enclosing it in a Mylar wrap to provide an additional dielectric buffer, before applying an active OFC copper shield for maximum rejection of high frequency interference. A durable, heat-resistant PVC outer jacket gives a high degree of flexibility and mechanical strength. Learn More

Yes, this is Acoustic Signature's baby tonearm but don't let that fool you into thinking this is anything but a precision made, top perfoming tonearm. 

Its tracking capabilities are already far superior than the other brands of tonearms we stock. 

It has very low resonance with its dual layer internal carbon damping. 

This Tonearm is a joy to work with. All the adjustability allowing for precision mounting of cartridges. None of the hang ups and compromises built-in that are persent in other Tonearm brands...

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EVO3 Elite is a true high-end power cable that uses unique 7-core geometry, high purity copper, and high purity FEP to offer astonishing performance. It is the ideal upgrade for source components, CD players, music servers, DAC’s or preamplifiers. Elite can be used with small to medium power amplifiers to great effect but for very large power amplifiers EVO3 Optimum proves the better choice. Elite offer fantastic extension and frequency range, lowering noise floor and making an exceptionally stable sound stage. Another top class cable at a very reasonable price point. Learn More

A discreet small speaker perfect for small spaces or attaching to walls for a sleek look.

These are available in Black Ash for $649 or in Gloss Black or White for $749 and come as a pair.

We would suggest combining these with a Subwoofer like an SVS SB1000 or PB1000.

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The brand new Chord Mojo 2 has some sweet new features and connections and still retains it's FPGA  DAC processor, the best in the world at this price point!

A new USB-C connection will make I0S users very happy. As well as a separate micro USB port dedicated to charging. 

You can pair this unit with the Chord Poly for a completely wireless streaming experience in a portable package.

Read more about the new Mojo 2 here at the Chord Electronics official website.

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