Arcam release SongBook Arcam app at Apple app store

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Great news for Arcam owners; Arcam have released the SongBook Arcam app onto the Apple app store. This long anticipated control app allows you to control the Arcam Solo Neo, AVR400, AVR600 and the AV888 from your iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad.

You can download the app by clicking here, or search for it on the app store.

If you have an Arcam Solo Neo, you may need to update to software version 1.7 for the SongBook Arcam app to work - we recommend heading to your nearest Arcam dealer for this necessary update.

We've just reviewed the Marantz PM6004 amplifier

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We've had a good listen to one of the first Marantz PM6004 amplifiers in the UK courtesy of Marantz. Read our review below:

"The PM6003 was a hard act to follow but the PM6004 is an even more impressive amp and unbeatable in this price sector.  Separating the pre and power amp boards has extracted even greater resolution and channel separation compared to its predecessor.  A great amp and a perfect match to the new CD6004 CD player."

Click here to see the review along with product pictures, features, technical specifications and further information.

We've just reviewed the Pioneer VSX-921 AV receiver

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We've just added a review for the Pioneer VSX-921 AV receiver to the Audio T website:

"This Stunning new budget AV amp from Pioneer raises the performance of entry level products, with full HD decoding from all formats, plenty of HDMI inputs, control from both iPhone and iPad, internet radio, music streaming, and to top it all off superb audio performance at a bargain price this amplifier has to be on your short list to be listened to!" 

Click here to see the review along with product pictures, features, technical specifications and further information.

Linn Kinsky App now available for iPad and iPhone - FREE

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Linn Kinsky for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch is now available as a free download from the AppStore.

Offering the most comprehensive control of all Linn DS features including room selection, source switching, internet radio and the exciting new Songcast functionality, the new Kinsky app offers wireless control from the palm of your hand.

Kinsky is multiroom-ready and can be used alongside other Linn DS control software on a PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, etc.

Showcase Linn DS at its best by downloading Kinsky for your iPad and iPhone today.

See you there at Heathrow 17th August and Dartford 15th September

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Naim is heading out on the road this summer showcasing its vision for the future of hi-fi at the Summer Sounds: On Stream live shows. The five date UK tour aims to inform and entertain with live demonstrations of Naim's network-connected audio range including an exclusive preview of the next addition to the line-up. Come along between 2pm and 8pm at the following dates and venues:

 

17th August � Park Inn Heathrow

24th August � Cottons Hotel & Spa, Knutsford

31st August � Thorpe Park Hotel & Spa, Leeds

8th September � Stonehouse Court Hotel, Stroud

15th September � Hilton Dartford

 

Visitors to the shows will get the chance to meet Naim's team of research and design engineers and networking experts who will be taking questions on a range of issues about streaming audio. There will also be seminars and workshops on the best way to set up your home system to achieve the best possible sound quality.

 

Visit www.naimaudio.com/on_stream and register to attend for the chance to win an NDX network player. The page also contains exclusive video reviews from What Hi-Fi? Sound & Vision which expand upon "The Future of Hi-Fi" double page spread feature published in this month's issues of What Hi-Fi? and Stuff magazines. The On Stream digital mini-guide, which covers Naim's entire digital range is also available for download. 

 

>SUMMER SOUNDS: ON STREAM

 

We've just added reviews on 4 Naim products

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We've had the chance to sit down and write up on some of the great Naim products that are currently on the market. Please feel free to browse through our reviews below:

Click here to read the review on the Naim Power-Line mains cable

Click here to read the review on the Naim 555 PS power supply

Click here to read the review on the Naim Hi-Line interconnect

Click here to read the review on the Naim NAP 500 power amplifier

We've just added reviews on 4 more Rega products

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We've added a review on the great Rega DAC digital to analogue convertor - see below:

Click here to read our review on the Rega DAC digital to analogue convertor

We've also had a chance to review the Rega RS range of loudspeakers.

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 read our review on the Rega RS1 speakers

Click here to read our review on the Rega RS3 speakers

Click here to read our review on the Rega RS5 speakers

 

Rega Brio-R stereo amplifier

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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"

Click here to read the full review along with product pictures, features, technical information and other features.

Rega DAC digital to analogue convertor

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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"

Click here to read the full review along with product pictures, features, technical information and other features.

 

We've just added reviews on five products

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PMC Fact.8 speakers

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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"

Click here to see the review along with product pictures, features, technical specifications and further information.

Sonos launch the new Play:3 zone player

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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.

We've just added reviews on three Rega products

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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

Click here to read our review on the Rega Brio-R amplifier

Linn +2 Promotion

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Linn +2 Promotion

Posted: 13th July 2011
Linn +2 Promotion

Add 2 extra channels of amplification for free when you buy any Majik or Akurate power amplifier during Linn’s +2 promo this summer.

+2 means that, for a limited time, you can get a Majik 4100 for the price of a Majik 2100, or an Akurate 4200 for the price of an Akurate 2200, giving you +2 amplifier channels in each example.
 
Alternatively, if you’re thinking of buying an amplifier to go fully Aktiv, we’ll let you choose between the extra channels you need or free Aktiv cards…whichever saves you more money.
 
Why +2?
Normally, one amplifier channel is required per speaker, so a Majik 2100 or an Akurate 2200 would be enough to power a pair of stereo loudspeakers.
 
An extra two channels of amplification immediately allows you to bi-amp a stereo playback system to significantly improve performance. Bi-amping reduces distortion and increases separation between high and low  frequencies, with individual speaker drive units powered with greater efficiency and control.
 
Our +2 promo makes it easier for you to experience the quality of Linn amplification, helping you to reach the number of amplification channels you need for less and hear the difference Linn power amplifiers can make to your favourite music and movies.
 
From bi-amping to fully Aktiv
Bi-amping is an easy first step along the multi-amping path (tri-amping, quad-amping) towards the audio nirvana of fully Aktiv, where all speaker drive units (bass, mid, tweeter etc.) are driven individually by their own amplifier channels and use their own Aktiv filters. 
 
Aktiv playback systems benefit from improved timing and control, as well as lower distortion across the entire frequency range thanks to the elimination of electronic interaction within the passive crossover. 

Why Go Aktiv?
If this all seems a bit complicated, don’t worry - simply pay a visit to your local Linn Specialist who will be happy to demonstrate the difference between a passive and Aktiv system, and talk you through the options for your system.
 
LK-style
And if you’re still holding on to your precious LK-style amplifiers, there’s never been a better time to upgrade them or pass them on to someone else - Majik and Akurate power amplifiers feature Linn's Chakra and Dynamik technologies for efficient, responsive and distortion-free amplification. 

For more information

please visit or call our Brighton store

on 01273 609431.

 

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Rega launches new turntable the Rega RP3

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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.

Save 20% on Arcam hi-fi when you trade in your old kit

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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)

The Sonos BR100 ZoneBridge halves in price!

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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.

PMC & Bryston Event Update

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The PMC and Bryston in store event is now well under way.  Tom Barron from PMC arrived on Tuesday with a car full of goodies including the awesome Fact 3's, highly capable CB6i Centre, the mighty new PB1i Signatures and the stunning Bryston BDP-P1 digital media player and BDP-A1 DAC.  It's amazing what you can fit into a Saab estate!

 

The shop front has been filled with great music all week.  The combination of PMC Fact 3's or Fact 8's and Bryston electronics creates the sense of scale and dynamics of a live concert with ease.  Here's the system we've been enjoying:

 

 

Bryston BDP-1 Digital Player

Bryston BDA-1 DAC

 

 

 

 

 

                                                               Bryston 4B SST2 power amplifier

 

 

                                                               Bryston BP26 pre-amplifier

 

                                                               Bryston BCD-1 CD player

 

                                                               Bryston MPS-2 power supply

 

 

 

 

PMC Fact 3 Graphite Poplar

PMC Fact 8 Rich Walnut

PMC GB1i Walnut

(from left to right)

 

 

 

As if the astounding quality of this two channel system isn't enough we also have a real powerhouse of a home cinema system set up in the demonstration room.  Here are the front three speakers:

 

                                                    PMC PB1i Signature Palissandre Rose

                                                    PMC CB6i Centre Light Oak

 

 

 

The rear speakers for this system are PMC FB1i and the system is driven by the accomplished combination of the Arcam FMJ AV888, P777 processor and power amp combination with their brand new BDP100 Blu Ray player.  As a system it generates a soundsatge of huge dynamics and speed showing the capabilities of high definition audio at its finest. 

If you would like to experience the incredible realism of these systems please grab your favourite CDs and movies and come and see us.  The systems will be on permanent demonstration over the next week and Tom from PMC will be here on Saturday 11th to answer any PMC or Bryston technical queries.

Don't forget you also get the chance to win a fantastic pair of PMC DB1i compact monitors worth over £1000!

We look forward to seeing you very soon,

Alan and John