We've just added a review for the Rega Brio-R stereo amplifier to the Audio T website:
"I always loved the sound of the old Brio amplifier, but the lack of a remote and it's relative paucity of current output, sometimes made it difficult to convince people of its worth. However, the new model however addresses all these issues and sounds even better whilst maintaining the same lovely sonic character"
We've just added a review for the Rega DAC digital to analogue converter to the Audio T website:
"Rega are a company that are really on the up! The new Brio-R and DAC represent truly outstanding value for money. This is an ideal product for someone who wants a serious DAC for an affordable amount"
We've spend some time adding reviews on our website - please have a read through below for our opinions on some of our favourite products:
Click here to read our review on the Castle Knight 4 speakers
Click here to read our review on the Panasonic TX-L32DT30B 32" 3D LED television
Click here to read our review on the Panasonic TX-P50GT30B 50" Full HD 3D plasma television
Click here to read our review on the Sonos Play:3 wireless music player
Click here to read our review on the PMC Fact.3 speakers
We've just added a review for the PMC Fact.8 speakers to the Audio T website:
"These elegant loudspeakers are just what many people have been striving to find. Truly great performance, and a big sound, from a relatively compact size. The clever design of the feet helps to integrate with the surroundings. Clever, elegant, and great sounding! Contact us to arrange a demonstration"
Big news today around the world; Sonos have finally launched their new zone player, the Play:3.
It's been hard keeping this one under wraps, firstly with the FCC leaking pictures of the prototypes last month, and then with Amazon in the US accidentally launching the product on their web site two days ago...before quickly taking it down!
So, what exactly is the Play:3? Well, firstly it probably helps to explain that Sonos are in the process of rebranding all their products. Gone are the meaningless 'code names' of the past, in are the new 'descriptive' names. The ZP90 and ZP120 will become Connect, the BR100 wll become Bridge, and the ZPS5 will become Play:5...
And of course that's where the Play:3 comes in. Effectively, its the smaller (and cheaper!) brother of the Play:5. With pretty much the same features but in a smaller box, the Play:3 has been aggressively priced at £259 for launch. Even if you need the BR100 (soon to be the Bridge!) to allow you to connect, then that's still a complete one room system for under £300
That's incredibly cheap as it brings it in line with a lot of the higher end iPod docks on the market - yet as we all know, Sonos does so much more. Even forgetting the fact you can add additional zones, the music streaming capabilities and the control of the product via your phone instantly takes it beyond the capabilities of even the most highly specified iPod docks.
It will be interesting to see what impact the Play:3 has on the iPod dock market, but we are pretty sure that it will be introducing Sonos to an entirely new market.
With the launch of the new Rega RP3 turntable, we've taken some time out to sit down and review it both with and without the optional Rega Elys 2 cartridge, and also to try it with the new Rega Brio-R amplifier.
You can read our full reviews from the links below:
Click here to read our review on the Rega RP3 turntable (no cartridge)
Click here to read our review on the Rega RP3 turntable with Elys 2 cartridge
Rega announced yesterday the launch of the latest turntable to their range, the Rega RP3 turntable.
With the launch of the Rega RP1 at the end of last year, Rega have certainly been turning the heat up on their competitors with their new RP range of turntables. The RP3 turntable takes elements from both the RP1 and it's predecessor, the Rega P3-24 turntable.
The RP3 uses the P3-24 as its base, but improves sound quality with its brand new hand assembled RB303 tonearm, precision main bearing and a low vibration low noise 24v motor assembly, which is hand tuned to further reduce vibration.
The RP3 also features Rega's new DB Technology (Double Brace Technology) - a phenloic resin double brace mounted specifically where increased rigidity is required between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing. This forms a structurally sound "stressed beam" assembly.
These additions bring the Rega RP3 above and beyond the performance of its predecessor, and should provide dedicated vinyl lovers an impressive sound at an incredibly competitive price - and giving those already considering the Rega RP1 some very serious thought!
The Rega RP3 turntable is available both with a Rega Elys 2 cartirdge, or without a cartridge - giving you a choice of your own cartridge if desired. It also comes in the same colour options as the RP1, Titanium, Cool Grey and White.
A great offer deal for all the Arcam fans out there. Audio T are offering 20% off on selected Arcam hi-fi equipment when you trade in any old kit.
That's 20% off an Arcam CD player when you trade in any old CD player, or 20% off your new Arcam amplifier...just bring in your old amplifier, even if it's not working!
Choose from any of the items below, and reserve at your nearest Audio T store to get huge savings on your new kit.
CD PLAYERS
Arcam FMJ CD17 CD player - trade in any CD player and buy for only £479.00 (save £120)
Arcam FMJ CD37 CD player - trade in any CD player and buy for only £1,079.00 (save £270)
AMPLIFIERS
Arcam FMJ A18 integrated amplifier - trade in any amplifier and buy for only £479.00 (save £120)
Arcam FMJ A28 integrated amplifier - trade in any amplifier and buy for only £749.00 (save £200)
Arcam FMJ A38 integrated amplifier - trade in any amplifier and buy for only £1,199.00 (save £320)
TUNERS
Arcam FMJ T32 tuner - trade in any tuner and buy for only £499 (save £130)
Great news for Sonos customers, whether old or new. The Sonos BR100 ZoneBridge, the back bone of almost all Sonos systems, has been permanently halved in price!
This means that Sonos is even easier to get into, or adapt.
The ZoneBridge has two primary functions - first, it allows you to form a wired connection between the Sonos wireless network and your existing router. Secondly, it acts as a wireless 'booster', increasing the effectiveness of your Sonos system if you happen to have a house with particularly thick walls or you have large distances between Sonos units.
We've just added a review for the Naim NDX network player to the Audio T website:
"A fantastic high end network player which can take on even the best silver disc spinners, including Naim's, and deliver music of the highest quality to satisfy even the most critical listener. Adding a Naim Hi-Line, Powerline, DAC and XPS2 or 555PS will yield even better results."
What Hi-Fi? has had it's hands on the new Panasonic TX-P50VT30 50" 3D plasma screen and like it as much as we do!
Awarding it their highest 5 Star rating in the July edition's 'First Look' section, they say 'Images are terrifically solid and deep and there's a lovely vibrancy to colours'
Their final verdict? 'A formidible 2D and 3D picture performer, this could be the best plasma TV we've tested to date'.
Pick up the latest What Hi-Fi? magazine to read the full review, or check out our Panasonic dealers for an in store demonstration.
You can also book your demonstration online through our Online Store.
We've just added a review for the Arcam FMJ BDP100 Blu-ray player to the Audio T website:
"Without doubt one of the best Blu-Ray players available. With the added bonus of being a very decent CD spinner as well."
We've just added a review for the Arcam Solo irDock iPod dock to the Audio T website:
We've just added a review for the Cyrus Streamline all-in-one streaming system to the Audio T website:
"The Streamline has a really punchy and upfront presentation. It's very straightforward to set up and is pretty much plug and play. As a stand alone product we'd recommend it."
We've just added a review for the Cyrus Streamline all-in-one streaming system to the Audio T website:
"The new kid on the block amongst high end streaming audio players, the Cyrus Streamline stands up to the performance of its competitors. The n-remote is unique to Cyrus and gives you full control. If you want to try it out, come and visit us - we also have the Naim UnitiQute for a side by side comparison."
To mark PMC's 20th anniversary, PMC have annouced today that all their passive speakers will now have an extended 20 year warranty.
This is quite a massive warranty and unheard of before in the speaker market, but unsurprising from PMC who have long had a tradition of high quality manufacturing and quality control. Indeed, PMC themselves say:
"Designing and assembling all <our> loudspeakers at <our> own facility in Luton enables <us> to keep a very tight contol on <our> quality procedure. Every single component that is used, from the smallest resistor or capacitor, to the drive units, which are built or specified to PMC's designs, through to the loudspeaker cabinets, <are> rigorously tested before being passed for use in the products."
With this level of control, plus with the usual high quality of sound we have come to expect from PMC, it's no surprise that PMC continues to go from strength to strength.
Check out PMC at one of our dealers today!
We've been enjoying the Cyrus Streamline in store since it first arrived on our 'doorsteps' back in early April, but since the latest issues of What HiFi and Home Cinema Choice have hit the shelves, it seems customer interest has picked up in this class leading product.
What HiFi describe the Streamline as "...wonderfully open and inviting...a stunning level of detail. Instruments and vocals are beautifully layered and music sounds fluid yet unhurried...". They give it their highest accolade of 5 stars, and point out something that we have already been debating in store - which is the ultimate winner between the Naim UnitiQute and the Cyrus Streamline? Sounds like a challenge to throw to our stores...
HiFi Choice are no less exhuberant about the Cyrus Stream XP, and certainly believe the n-remote to be THE product to own - it's rare that a streaming product pays so much detail to the controller, often relying on you to squint at a small display several feet away. The n-remote shows everything you need on it's colour LCD screen.
HiFi Choice give the Stream XP an overall rating of 4 and a half stars, with very little negative to say about the unit it seems that this will too be one of their class leaders.
So, it seems there is little doubt, if you are looking at high quality music streaming, then add the Cyrus Streamline to your list. You can read the full reviews in the latest editions of What HiFi and HiFi Choice, or visit one of our Cyrus dealers for more information and for an in store demonstration.
And watch this space for head to head reviews against the Naim UnitiQute!
Come along to our vinyl roadshow, bring some friends and some of your favourite albums and hear how they really sound on a selection of the finest Rega turntables including the p7 and 93/24 (gloss).
Our own staff and a representative from Rega will be on hand all day to answer your turntable related questions and Gloucestershire’s finest record store, Vinyl Vault, will have a range of rare and classic albums available for purchase!
It all takes place at our Cheltenham store at 38 Winchcombe Street on Saturday 11th June…
We've just added a review for the Naim NDX network player to the Audio T website:
"A terrific new product from Naim that truly delivers fabulous performance and has the option to upgrade with the addition of the Naim DAC and a power supply."
We've just added a review for the Rega RS7 speakers to the Audio T website:
"The Rega RS range of loudspeakers are well liked by us here in Brighton, and by our customers. From the 2 way bookshelf RS1, through to the 3 way floorstanding RS3, RS5 and RS7, they are coherent and well integrated, and suited to positioning close to a wall, which is often a benefit."
Click here to see the review along with product pictures and further information.
At Audio T we're always excited to share with you our thoughts and musings on the latest and greatest Hi-Fi and home audio! Our blog features news and reviews from individual stores and occasional blogs from HQ; select your nearest store from the list below to find out what they've been up to.
