Neurochrome Launches Universal Purifi Input Buffer

Neurochrome, the Canadian audio electronics company created by Tom Christiansen, just announced an interesting new upcoming product for builders and all DIY enthusiasts. A new universal input buffer board, designed to extract the best possible performance from Purifi and Hypex Class-D amplifier modules. Improving on the Purifi EVAL1 and the Hypex NC500 evaluation board, the new universal single-channel (mono) design provides a differential output for the amplifier, even if the input to the buffer is single-ended.

Michi is a flagship series of high-end audio products built on the history and heritage of Rotel, designed in Tokyo, Japan. The lineup was now expanded with the launch of the Michi Q5 Transport DAC, intended to redefine the CD player experience with state-of-the-art technology and sound quality to please the most demanding audio enthusiasts. The new Michi Q5 merges the popular 32-bit Dual-DAC architecture from ESS Technology with the company's most refined top-loading CD mechanism.

After multiple subtle hints and not-so-subtle teases, Schiit Audio confirmed availability of the Tyr differential monoblock power amplifier, the top of its amplifier line. Featuring a choke-input power supply, it brings "old-skool" techniques to a modern power amp that also includes unique topologies and intelligent oversight and protection. Delivering 200 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 350 watts per channel into 4 ohms, Tyr provides plenty of power for almost any speaker and sells for $1599 each. And as with all monoblocks, it takes two for stereo.