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Vincent Audio Debuts SV-737 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier in US Market
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Vincent Audio Debuts SV-737 Hybrid Integrated Amplifier in US Market

Vincent Audio, the German designer and manufacturer of high quality stereo and multichannel components, introduced the acclaimed SV-737 hybrid integrated amplifier to the US market. Currently available in Europe, the SV-737 (MSRP: $3,499.95) combines the benefits of both tube and solid-state designs with powerful output, numerous analog and digital inputs, wireless connectivity, and overall flexibility that is a hallmark of the Vincent Audio brand.
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Sonosax Confirms New SX-DD2 Preamplifier and Converter to Be Launched in 2021
by Joao Martins

Sonosax Confirms New SX-DD2 Preamplifier and Converter to Be Launched in 2021

A perfect companion for your hifi system at home or in your studio was the way Sonosax introduced the idea for the new SX-DD2. Unveiled almost 3 years ago as an "upcoming project," when Sonosax celebrated its 40th anniversary, the SX-DD2 is a universal, mains powered, studio-quality preamplifier, capable of processing virtually any audio signal, digital or analog, even the output of a turntable. Now, Jacques Sax confirms the new design will start shipping in Spring 2021.
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M-Audio Announces Two New Affordable USB Audio Interfaces
by Joao Martins

M-Audio Announces Two New Affordable USB Audio Interfaces

People working from home. Constrains on manufacturing and logistics. These are ideal times to repackage and relaunch basic products in high-demand. M-Audio just launched two new ultra-compact and affordable audio interfaces featuring the company’s own Crystal preamps, enabling users anywhere to produce studio quality sound for livestreams, podcasts, and music productions. And the company increased the perceived value with a strong software bundle for all production needs.
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Focusrite Red 8Line Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface Now Available
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Focusrite Red 8Line Thunderbolt 3 Audio Interface Now Available

The momentum for Thunderbolt audio recording interfaces in professional studios of all sizes couldn't be higher, with some Windows PC finally supporting Thunderbolt 3/4, and extremely powerful Macs now more affordable and optimized for audio than ever. Focusrite Audio Engineering is offering the perfect mix of connectivity to help users navigate this major technology transition. The new Thunderbolt 3 Red 8Line interface offers two Red Evolution microphone preamplifiers, analog line-level, DigiLink, Dante, ADAT and S/PDIF connectivity.
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CEntrance Updates HiFi-M8 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC with Four Outputs and Bluetooth
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CEntrance Updates HiFi-M8 Portable Headphone Amplifier and DAC with Four Outputs and Bluetooth

CEntrance has just announced the launch of an updated HiFi-M8 V2 model of its original portable headphone amplifier and D/A converter for audio enthusiasts. The new version of this portable device adds Bluetooth support, four headphone outputs that support a variety of headphones, LED VU meters, USB-C, and many other features. A serious DAC solution for serious headphone users with the possibility to carefully balance the signal input.
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Scan-Speak Unveils New Ellipticor D2404/552000 1" Dome Tweeter
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Scan-Speak Unveils New Ellipticor D2404/552000 1" Dome Tweeter

Scan-Speak has saved some last minutes surprises to end the year of the company's 50th anniversary in full force. The Danish engineering team just unveiled a new Ellipticor driver, expanding the rapidly growing family with the new Ellipticor D2404/552000 dome tweeter. This latest addition offers an impressive set of specifications according to the released datasheet, and should strongly motivate many speaker designers targeting high-end designs.
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Dan Clark Audio Introduces Special Edition AEON 2 Noir Planar Magnetic Headphones
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Dan Clark Audio Introduces Special Edition AEON 2 Noir Planar Magnetic Headphones

Dan Clark Audio introduced a special edition of its AEON 2 planar magnetic headphones, the AEON 2 Noir. As the San Diego-based company explains, since the launch of AEON 2 headphones back in 2019, when the company also changed its name from MrSpeakers to Dan Clark Audio, the market has been frequently requesting an all-black version, complemented with perforated pads. The company responded and the AEON 2 Noir, available in closed and open back versions, are now available.
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SEAS Unveils New W18NX003 Excel Nextel Woofer
by Joao Martins

SEAS Unveils New W18NX003 Excel Nextel Woofer

SEAS had a busy 2020, signaling the company's 70th Anniversary and fulfilling on its anticipated plan of updating the existing product line with new improved models, as well as refreshing old industry favorites carefully crafted by its Norwegian engineering team. The new W18NX003 (E0096-08) continues SEAS' high-end paper cone heritage with the 2-layer Nextel coating technology, combined with an improved magnet system design and titanium voice coil formers.
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Schiit Audio Introduces Even Better Jotunheim 2 With More Power and More Versatility
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Schiit Audio Introduces Even Better Jotunheim 2 With More Power and More Versatility

Schiit Audio announced the Jotunheim 2 modular, differential headphone amplifier and preamplifier. This updated model builds on the success of the original Jotunheim, now with higher power output and additional versatility. It also incorporates Schiit's unique Nexus fully discrete, differential topology and debuts Schiit's Continuity S output stage, which offers higher efficiency and improved linearity. Jotunheim 2 retains the same price as the original Jotunheim, starting at $399 with no optional module installed.
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GGNTKT Model S1 Self-Powered In-Wall Loudspeaker for Full Multichannel Immersion and Dynamics
by Joao Martins

GGNTKT Model S1 Self-Powered In-Wall Loudspeaker for Full Multichannel Immersion and Dynamics

GGNTKT (the name stands for "Gegentakt" or push-pull) is an interesting new loudspeaker company with a refreshing attitude towards high-end audio. The company's new product, the Model S1, is a self-powered, in-wall, 2-way custom installation design for home theaters. The GGNTKT Model S1 is a high output design for front/LCR and surround channels of small to medium-sized home theaters and professional multichannel monitoring in studio facilities.
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