Technics Confirms Availability of New Generation Multi-Digital Audio Player SL-G700M2

Following an earlier announcement in 2022, Technics confirmed that its new generation multi-digital audio player that supports a wide range of music sources will become available in January 2023. The Technics SL-G700M2 is the successor to the SL-G700 network/Super Audio CD player, now updated with all the latest new digital features, improved PCM and DSD playback, and featuring the latest DA converters from ESS Technology. The new audio player gains full MQA decoding ability, AirPlay 2, adds a USB input, adding to the versatility of the design.

Bluesound, the makers of hi-fidelity multiroom streamers and speakers announced the launch of the Pulse M speaker. It looks like a smart speaker, but the "smarts" are truly on the fact that it is a unique Omni-Hybrid driver design and wireless music streaming speaker with a contemporary aesthetic. It is now available to purchase across retailers and online and it adds a valuable expansion to the Bluesound and BluOS high resolution audio ecosystem.

Unveiled for the first time at the end of September 2021 during a special event in Paris, in celebration of the 70th anniversary of the brand, Cabasse now launched a new 2.1 ultra-compact concept of its ultra-high-end flagship coaxial system The Sphere. The Pearl Keshi is a hi-res connected system that combines the qualities of Cabasse’s renowned solutions with all its sophisticated DSP features. The result is an impressive acoustic performance relative to its size due to the combination of floor subwoofer and two satellites.

Apple announced that Apple Music will be offering Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos tracks, as well as offering its entire catalog in Lossless Audio, at no additional cost for subscribers, starting June 2021. Lossless will use ALAC file format, and support 24-bit/48kHz as standard, with Hi-Res Lossless Audio files available up to 24-bit/192kHz. Apple is even promoting the fact that Hi-Res Lossless will require external equipment, such as a USB digital-to-analog converter (DAC)!

It seems the audio industry is once again pushing two-channel high-quality components, hoping to appeal to the growing market of consumers who are rediscovering vinyl, while simultaneously enjoying wireless streaming and access to Digital Music Libraries. Being one of the leading Hi-Fi brands in the world, Marantz announced the PM7000N, the company’s first fully discrete integrated Hi-Fi amplifier with HEOS wireless music streaming capabilities.

Originally introduced during a special event in London, in early December 2014, Meridian Audio’s MQA technology created a big impact at the 2015 International CES Show in Las Vegas and promises to change the way people enjoy music all over the world. The music industry, digital music distribution companies and audio manufacturers agree MQA encoding is the missing piece of the high-resolution audio puzzle.