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SVS has reimagined their most popular line of subwoofers, the 2000 series. Their lows are lower and they just got even tighter. These were already some of the most accolade endowed subwoofers around, and they're even better now. Plus they offer Volume, DSP control and preset control all via an app! Learn More

IsoTek’s EVO3 Genesis is the state of the art power sine wave generation system. Two 300W class A/B power amplifiers in combination with an extremely low distortion synchronous sine wave generator totally build a brand new full mains sine wave, giving a total output of 600W.

Housed in a machined aluminium case with full resonance control isolation system (ISIS) Genesis is a statement product that totally redefines what is possible with the cleaning of the mains supply.

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The PS Audio Power Amplifiers are part of our triad of high end amplification that we believe can fullfill any niche of desire and satisfy the demands of the most ardent Hi-Fi enthusiast.

“The first amplifier I gave up a lifetime obsession with tubes for” Arnie Nudell, founder, Infinity Systems.

 

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One of the most anticipated pairs of speakers of recent times. The promise of that "trickle down" Platinum range technology at a much more inclusive price point had a good chunk of potential MA newbies and Silver/older Gold upgraders very excited.

There's no doubting the potential of these speakers, give them a bit of consideration when setting up, choose the right amp and speaker cable and they are beyond what would be considered high-end esoterica just 10 years ago.

As a previous "Gold" owner (GR20s, equally giant-slaying in their day), I was more excited than most to hear these and they did not disappoint. I'm a massive fan of the MPD high frequency driver, an A.M.T./Heil driver always stands out to me but can dominate a speaker design if the rest of the drive units and crossover cant keep up. Its a balance that MA demonstrated with the current Platinum range and could easily have "dropped the ball" here trying to impliment the array into a cheaper package. To MA's credit they've done a fantastic job, the little C-Cam mid-range I think is the secret to this speaker working so well.

I urge you to come and hear these speakers play back a well recorded acoustic instrument or small ensemble to really get an idea of what a modern design can acheive when it comes to nuanced reproduction.

_________________________________________              Darren

 

 

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Still the Aston Martin of Tabletop Radios ... This is a becoming venerable now ... the fourth upgrade of the iconic R1 Radio brings a new style and improved Transducer and amplifier performance.

Please note, the remote control is an optional extra for $35. 

This unit can also be turned into a portable radio with the addition of the Ruark battery BackPack for $159.

Ruark UK Official site for the R1 MkIV 

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The D - 501 HYBRID is sonically one of the best cables in Van den Hul's range. Not really expensive and with a very high performance quality. The 2 signal lines are made each of 19 x 0.1 mm very high grade OFC wires with the highest density of very pure silver coating and a centre steel wire to provide extra mechanical reinforcement and strain relief which can also be used as a ground wire for a turntable. 

 Please call us to make sure the length you require is in stock.

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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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Our Prima preamp forms part of the stylish and compact Choral range and has been designed to complement our Mezzo power amps. Despite its compact dimensions and space-saving footprint, the Prima is every bit a pedigree Chord amplifier.

Precision-machined from solid aircraft-grade aluminium billet, the Prima offers both remote control and front panel operation. Prima’s fascia offers volume and balance controls while its push-button controls atop the unit, offer input selection and tape line selection, the latter enabling its tape outputs to be selected for recording from source components.  Further design features include a top panel display, offering input choice and volume information, plus a clever porthole which enables the internal circuit board to be seen.

The Prima also benefits from our legendary proprietary Ultra-High-Frequency power supply, which is common to all Chord amplifiers. Prima offers fully balanced circuitry throughout and useful flexibility with five inputs, four unbalanced RCA and one balanced XLR, plus a balanced XLR output and a tape output. For added versatility, Prima’s audio circuit offers six independent input gain adjustments for the five inputs and low impedance outputs.

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The Evolution of the desktop Radio is here! 

While this looks like a good-ol'-fashioned tabletop radio, the R2 Mk4 hides some modern conveniences. Including Bluetooth connectivity, WiFi streaming, Spotify Connect as well as class leading audio quality.

This British made unit has the warmth and styling of Burberry.

The R2 gives more sound and bass than the petite R1 and is perfect for where you'd like a stylish addition to a room that will start a party as well.

The R2 Mk4 has a optional extra remote for $35.

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We have the last brand new set of Monitor Audio Platinum PL500II loudspeakers with matching PLW215 subwoofer and PLC350 centre channel. This is a speaker system fit for a Cinephile Oligarch that we need to send to a good home in Australia for less than half the list price.

"The Absolute Sound" on the Monitor Audio Platinum PL500II loudspeakers

PLW215 subwoofer: 

https://www.carltonaudiovisual.com.au/monitor-audio-plw215-ii-subwoofer.html

Plc350 centre channel: 

https://www.carltonaudiovisual.com.au/monitor-audio-plc350-ii.html

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This little unit is specifically designed for Audio Visual applications rather than 2 channel stereo of the other Isotek products. Great for Televisions and projectors. Touted to give your units a longer lifespan by protecting them from sudden electrical surges but also improving them visually!

A handy product for the AV enthusiast.

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A brand new Subwoofer from Ruark. The RS1 is designed to perfectly match a pair of little MR1 Mk2. 

But it is also a handsome little subwoofer that won't break the bank. We think people will be keen to pair it with non Ruark systems as well!

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The Valley 3T Hybrid is the 3T entry level model with a balanced construction. In the unbalanced version we use the two
conductors for signal and ground leads. This improves the quality of the signal transmission. The two centre conductors are each
made of 21 x 150 micron 3T conductors and each coated with a L.S.C. layer to improve the resolution and spatial properties.

Please call us to make sure we have the length and termination you require in stock.

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Pro-Ject is the world's largest manufacturer of Turntables and the Signature 10 is their High-end offering that puts their decades of experience and manufacturing capability to good use.

It features a 10" S-bend Aluminium tonearm. The S-bend is a classic design that offers advantages in trackability of the record groove. Aluminium is one of the best materials acoustically to make tonearms out of as well having minimal acoustic resonances.

Also keeping acoustic resonances to a minimum are its magnetic feet and TPE pillows decouple the Signature 10 platter from its environment keeping a very low noise floor.

This turntable is clear and delicate sounding and on display for you to hear right now in Carlton!

Pro-Ject Signature 10 Turntable with Ortofon Cadenza Black cartridge, $12,749. That's a $4349 cartridge for an extra $750!!

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Antonio Meze, lead designer and founder of Meze, says "Rai Penta is the culmination of 3 years of researching the most ergonomic shape and most vivid sound for a Universal In Ear Monitor. We could have released it earlier, but again, like with with all our products, we wanted to make sure it is truly the best we can achieve"

Needless to say, these aren't your average In Ear Monitors. They are hewn for aluminium and presicely engineered so that the air flow in their small casing is optimally controlled for each of their 5 drivers. This means that your listening experience is more controlled and musical than others on the market devoid of distortion created when cheaper plastic molded chanels are delivering the sound to your ears.  

There's also an outlet to the outside to stop build up of pressure within your inner ear making for a more comfortable listen.

The shape of the whole unit has been designed for comfort to make sure it fits snuggly and works anatomically as well as sonically.

They also come with a huge array of different sized and shaped ear bud tips so you can find the perfect fit for your ears.

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Our entry level design captures more than its share of recorded beauty —by design. Big soundstage, detail and resolution at an affordable price.

The Otello is Soundsmith’s entry level Fixed Coil design, realizing an affordable pathway into the world of high-performance cartridges. Built by hand like all Soundsmith cartridges, the Otello provides a perfect balance of tone and resolution at a great price. The result is a cartridge that is at ease with any type of music. Just slightly warmer than other Soundsmith designs, Otello yields a richness of timbre that is utterly beguiling with a level of speed and dynamic range that no other cartridge in this price. The result? A wonderful design that gives the warmth of MM and the light-footedness of Moving Iron design.

Also available in dual-coil mono

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Our go to reference RCA cable in the store for years. In its 4th Generation. A Benchmark in performance at its pricepoint.

The Signature Tuned ARAY RCA uses separately shielded oxygen free copper silver-plated conductors in Tuned ARAY conductor geometry, PTFE insulation and dual layer foil and high density braid shielding effective to very high frequencies. The outer jacket of each conductor is FEP and the cable is held in the correct configuration with black braided outer jacket.

Now running some specials on these cables as their new version, SignatureX, comes into Australia now.

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The brand new Rega Elex Mk 4 is here! Boasting the updated aesthetic but also a built-in DAC as well as an upgraded internal circuitry. So much so that Jason Kennedy from the stereo magazine The Ear has declared "Elex Mk4 gives you 95% of what’s on offer from the Elicit Mk5 at a notably lower price, as mentioned earlier the only real difference ... The Rega Elex Mk4 is a hi-fi bargain, of that there can be no doubt."

The DAC circuitry is based on what was a personal favourite of mine, the now discontinued DAC-R. I'm glad to see that the DAC-R is seeing a revival in the new Elex Mk 4. Two superb performers in the one box....Hoorah!

Read Kennedy's full review here

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This is Rega's new version of the acclaimed Apheta Moving Coil Cartridge and it builds on Rega's decades long obsession with perfecting the Moving Coil cart.

Like its predecessor, it utilises micro-mass generation systems with super strong yet jointless bodies to minimise resonance transferance. It also uses a super high powered rare earth metal neodymium for its magnets. These were all upgrades that set the Apheta 2 apart and elevated the sophisticstion, separation and musicality from the original Apheta.

Now Rega has taken another look at the Apheta and has introduced the same 'fine line' diamond technique that's been on the reference Aphelion on to the Apheta. This technique involves pushing the actual cut diamond through the counterlever at a perfect 90 degrees.

  

This is capable of getting even more detail out of the groove of you Vinyl and means an even better listening experience.

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