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Getting the Most from THAT’s Balanced Line Drivers and Receivers

December 12, 2018 by Gary Galo

Getting the Most from THAT’s Balanced Line Drivers and Receivers

I completed the design and construction of an archival phono preamplifier, which provides variable equalization along with several other operational necessities for playing vintage records (78-rpm discs, pre-RIAA LPs, lacquer transcription discs, and so on). When it came to selecting topologies for the balanced inputs and outputs, I ruled out transformers due to high cost, physical bulk, and weight. The most practical choice, in terms of size and cost, are the balanced line driver and receiver ICs made by THAT Corporation. This article was originally published in audioXpress, June 2010

Chord Electronics Unveils ULTIMA Next-Generation Mono Power Amplifier and Preamplifier

November 9, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Chord Electronics Unveils ULTIMA Next-Generation Mono Power Amplifier and Preamplifier

With its 30th-anniversary year fast approaching, British manufacturer Chord Electronics has launched ULTIMA, a new state-of-the-art flagship amplifier featuring John Franks’ latest circuit topology, the first all-new design in three decades. The company introduces the ULTIMA mono amplifier and the matching preamp as "the ultimate expression of the finest high-performance, ultra-fast, ultra-high-power amplifier technology available today." The ULTIMA set (pre and 2x mono power amps) is available for £90,000 (approx. $116,000 USD).

New MDR-Z7M2 Premium Headphones from Sony Arriving October 2018

September 7, 2018 by Joao Martins

New MDR-Z7M2 Premium Headphones from Sony Arriving October 2018

When Sony introduced its new flagship Signature Series MDR-Z1R headphones, it received mixed reviews from precisely the user communities that it targeted, considering its hefty price tag that placed it in direct competition with Audeze, MRSpeakers, HiFiMan or Stax. Already announced in Asia and more recently at IFA in Europe, the new Sony MDR-Z7M2 premium headphones inherited core technology from the MDR-Z1R, uses new 70mm drivers, keeps the comfortable design, and retails at a much more affordable price.

Sony Expands Hi-Res Audio Options with New Products on its Signature Series

September 6, 2018 by Joao Martins

Sony Expands Hi-Res Audio Options with New Products on its Signature Series

During IFA 2018, Sony expanded its audio catalog with several new top of the range products in its Signature Series. Deserving all the possible attention are the new IER-Z1R in-ear headphones and DMP-Z1 digital music player. These products harness decades of audio expertise, proudly showcasing Sony’s relentless lifetime pursuit for excellence, which they often miss. These new Signature Series products are ambitious, expensive and will certainly please a very specific crowd devoted to Hi-Res Audio and DSD file collecting.

Radial Announces the Catapult Mini Snake System is Now Shipping

July 20, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Radial Announces the Catapult Mini Snake System is Now Shipping

Radial Engineering announced that the Catapult Mini TX and RX are now shipping. The Catapult Mini TX (transmitter) and RX (receiver) both feature a compact steel chassis with a hardwired fan-out to four XLR connectors, providing a simple and rugged solution for delivering balanced analog audio between any two destinations without signal loss or degradation.

Chord Electronics Hugo TT 2 DAC and Headphone Amplifier Unveiled at High End 2018

May 18, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Chord Electronics Hugo TT 2 DAC and Headphone Amplifier Unveiled at High End 2018

It was one of the most well-attended press conferences in the first day of the High End Munich 2018 show, and for a good reason. Chord Electronics had already teased the market with the announcement that it would introduce a successor for the powerful and versatile Hugo Table-Top (TT) launched in 2015. With the new Hugo TT 2, the design received an extensive upgrade inside and out, achieving even better performance and value, since it can now be used with more headphones, and even to power loudspeakers!

Earthquake Sound Introduces Hum Kleaner – The Hum Problem Solver

April 2, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Earthquake Sound Introduces Hum Kleaner – The Hum Problem Solver

Earthquake Sound Corporation introduced the Hum Kleaner, an active converter that provides two channels of unbalanced-to-balanced and balanced-to-unbalanced level conversion in a resilient, compact, and portable unit. Balanced lines offer increased immunity to external electrical noise such as hum. Since a balanced system minimizes induced noise, it is the preferred method of audio connections, especially when long lengths of cables are used.

Audio Precision Expands Microphone Product Family

March 13, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Audio Precision Expands Microphone Product Family

Audio Precision announced the expansion of its line of measurement microphones with the introduction of the 376M03, a calibrated microphone system combining a 1/2" microphone cartridge with a phantom-powered preamplifier - the 426M16 - in its 1/2" configuration. The new preamplifier combines the precision of calibrated, standardized measurement microphones with the convenience of ubiquitous mic accessories offering phantom power, balanced connections for improved immunity to induced noise, and easy connectivity via common XLR cables.

Fostex Introduces Two New Headphone Models at NAMM 2018

January 15, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Fostex Introduces Two New Headphone Models at NAMM 2018

Fostex, a division of Foster Electric and one of the world's foremost manufacturers of headphones and transducer technology with over 40 years, announced two new headphone models to be introduced at the American Music and Sound booth, during NAMM 2018. The first is the Fostex TH-900mk2 Sapphire Blue, a limited edition 5th anniversary of the brand's flagship premium audiophile headphone. The second, is the T60RP, modified and tuned especially for music enthusiasts, featuring wooden cups and a balanced connection.

Sennheiser Introduces HDV 820 Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier

May 2, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Introduces HDV 820 Fully Balanced Headphone Amplifier

At the Tokyo Headphone Festival, held from April 29-30, Sennheiser showcased the latest product in its high-end enthusiast range: the fully balanced headphone amplifier HDV 820. Building on the accomplishments of Sennheiser’s first-ever digital headphone amplifier, the acclaimed HDVD 800, the German company now designed the HDV 820 to complement its electronics with an enhanced, higher resolution and ultra low distortion option that perfectly complements its high-end headphones.

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