Rega RP8 turntable arrives in Swindon

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The Swindon branch are pleased to announce that we have recently taken delivery of the new Rega RP8 Skeletal turntable, fitted with the Apheta moving coil cartridge.

This turntable takes Rega’s design philosophy further than ever before. A radical new plinth using custom designed materials, a new tonearm bearing assembly, 24v low voltage motor controlled by a hand tuned electronic power supply and a custom version of their Planar 9 engineered hub bearing assembly. These are just some of the features of this amazing new turntable designed to extract more music from your vinyl than ever before.

So if you are in the market for a new high end turntable that is a little out of the ordinary in terms of design, then you owe it to yourself to have a listen to the new Rega RP8. It's truly stunning!

Feel free to give us a call to book your demonstration. Give us a call on 01793 538222.

 

The Sonos Playbar has arrived!

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The eagerly awaited Sonos Playbar has finally arrived...

The set up could not be easier, from getting it unpacked it was up and running in about 5 minutes!. We have set it up with the Sonos Sub which again was a dream to set up.

As well as connecting to the TV to massively improve the sound quality compared to the TV's own speakers, it (as you would guess) also features all of the usual Sonos music playback capability. To switch form listening to the TV to use it as a music player is simply one selection from the home menu - it could not be any easier!.

If you are concerned about the operation being confusing or difficult, please feel free to call in and try it for yourself - i'll hand you the remote control and give you some tasks. You will be amazed how simple it is....

So you can get an idea of it's size and shape the pictures show it underneath a 55" screen..

The Playbar is constantly running in the shop so please call in to have a listen...

UK Dealer Day - REL Hi-Fi Subwoofers

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Please join us for Audio-T music day on the 7th of March, 2013.

REL staff are joining us here at Audio T Cardiff to demonstrate REL and how it benefits any 2-channel or home cinema.

The systems on demonstration we will be the reference A/V system employing “REL 3D”.

The new REL Habitat1, on-wall sub-bass system and the new R-528SE.

For any of you who didn’t get to go to the Bristol Show where these products were first shown, or if you would like a personal demo give the staff at Cardiff a call and book your place . Don’t miss this exclusive event!

Address

Audio T Ltd.

134/136 Crwys Road

Cardiff

CF24 4NR

Tel: 029 2022 8565
Email: cardiff@audio-t.co.uk

Contact Hefin, Haydn, Nick and for additional information.

Sonos has done it again!

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Sonos has recently launched its first ever wireless TV sound solution in the form of a wireless soundbar called the 'Playbar'.

It features 9 speakers, 1 optical input to go from a TV or other device and also 2x ethernet connections.

The 9 speakers make the Playbar an LCR unit with the option to add Play:3's or Play:5's as surrounds to make a 5.1 system. Which of course means adding the Sonos SUB!

You can use the LCR on a day to day basis with your TV/Sky/Virgin Box to add much more clarity and definition to the lifeless sounds you get from the flat panels that look beautiful on our walls. This system performs well with Dolby and DTS 5.1 movies via the optical connection from a blu-ray player. Performance is superb for a wireless solution.

It really does make everything just sound that much better and testing it with the SUB makes even more sense!

We have been using Playbar in the shop for all of 6 hours but we are already in love with it. We know it will be a success. Call in, have a listen, also having the use of Napster and Spotify at our fingertips its easy enough to demonstrate!

 

Spring Clean

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Now that spring is fast approaching what better time to have a good clear out. That's what we are doing here at Audio-T Cardiff. Why not pop in or check out clearance section on our web site and grab yourself some bargains. With at least 20% off most items. its an opportunity not to be missed. Top of the range 50" Panasonic Plasma TV's brand new boxed for under a £1000 with a 5 year guarantee, a pair of Spendor A6 (ex-dem) for £1820 are just a couple of the items on offer.

So don't delay, call us today. 

Rotel RA-10 Integrated Stereo Amplifier

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It’s not often that a product comes along which creates such an appeal, let alone one that is destined to become a budget classic.

Enter the Rotel RA-10 integrated stereo amplifier.

This new product comes from a fine heritage that Rotel are rightly proud of. With products such as the RA-820 from a decade or so ago, the RA-10 continues the tradition.

The amp features most of the facilities that one would expect to find on a product at this price point. Tone controls are featured which can be defeated along with the ability to switch between two pairs of speakers. Vinyl LP fans are also catered for in the form of a very fine sounding on-board phonostage. Headphones can also be connected from the front panel and there is also a socket to run an MP3 player if you so desire.

 


So how does it sound?

Exciting, involving and truly musical! Thanks to a well designed power supply that was always a key factor in the formation of any Rotel amp.

It has also garnered excellent reviews in the press and was a What Hi-Fi award winning product in 2012.

http://www.whathifi.com/review/rotel-ra-10 

Available in either Black or Silver finish at £349.95.

Why not come along and have a listen.

Keith

Anthem MRX300. An instant winner!

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Without a doubt, our most successful AV product this season has been our latest addition to our line-up, the Anthem MRX300.

 

Designed in Canada, this awesome little receiver packs a mighty punch in a cinema set-up but also is a stonking 2 channel amplifier too , comfortably seeing off the competition at anything like its price point.

 

It features the most advanced roo EQ set-up software called ARC (Anthem Room Control) of any such product which is provided by a separate CD Rom disc for a PC and includes its own custom calibrated microphone and fully adjustable tripod.

 

 This software requires a minimum of 5 points of measurement (in each of the seating positions for you and your family) as apposed to the usual 1, allowing a far more accurate reading of the room’s tonal properties and the ARC software accurately configures the receiver to correct tonal anomalies. What’s more, the measurements are stored on a PC for easy re-uploading should someone mess with the settings.

 

The unit has full 6 channel discrete pre-amp outputs allowing it to be used in conjunction with an existing 2 channel system (as a 3 channel amp and processor) or as a powerful stand-alone processor

 

All of this for just £1099, we consider this something of a bargain.

 

Simon

SONOS PLAYBAR

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SONOS PLAYBAR Soundbar and Wireless Speaker

SONOS PLAYBAR Soundbar and Wireless Speaker

High Definition televisions offer an amazing picture but often lack the powerful, realistic sound that movie, music and game enthusiasts enjoy. The new SONOS PLAYBAR delivers sophisticated home cinema acoustics and wirelessly streams all the music on earth. And it all comes from one easy-to-use player that brings HiFi sound to HDTVs.

The 9-speaker design of the SONOS PLAYBAR wireless soundbar delivers room filling home theatre sound for your TV and wirelessly streams all the music on earth through one easy-to-use soundbar.

Sonos HiFi sound for your TV

Flood any room with epic, full-theatre HiFi sound. The PLAYBAR adjusts automatically to the differences between shoot ‘em up action flicks, Shakespearean dramas, and live concerts to deliver the sound as it was intended.

Wirelessly stream all the music on earth

Enjoy a universe of music in every room - your iTunes library, music services like Spotify and Napster, and more than 100,000 free Internet radio stations, podcasts and shows.

Easy to setup

PLAYBAR connects to your TV using a single optical cable and plays everything that’s connected to the TV, including satellite boxes and game consoles.

Control your way

Control PLAYBAR volume and mute using your existing TV, satellite or universal remote. And for streaming music you can download the free Sonos Controller Apps for your smartphone, tablet or computer.

Easy to expand wirelessly

Expand your Sonos system throughout the entire house, and play your music wirelessly in other rooms. Just add another Sonos player wherever you need music, for the ultimate music system.

The PLAYBAR will begin shipping on March 5, 2013, but you can pre-order your's now by visiting one of our stores or by clicking here.

A message to the customers of Movement Audio and Salisbury Hi-Fi

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We were very sad to hear that two long established Hi-Fi outlets, Movement Audio in Poole and Salisbury Hi-Fi, have recently ceased trading.  Real Hi-FI is a passion which is close to all of our hearts so the loss of two local specialist stores is bad news.  

Our Hi-Fi store here in Chandlers Ford first opened in 1969 and has been fully focused on great music reproduction ever since.  We are proud to stock the best of British product such as Arcam, B&W, Cyrus, PMC, Rega and our local world class Hi-Fi manufacturer Naim Audio, amongst many other UK and worldwide brands.

We are well positioned for easy access from all directions, via the A31 and M27 from Dorset and the A36 from Wiltshire, M3 and A34 from all points North and the M27 from the East.

John and I have almost 40 years HiFi and Home Cinema experience between us and would be very happy to welcome you in store and show you the fantastic products we stock and play you some great music in the comfort of our demonstration room, tea or coffee provided.  

The new Rega turntables are amazing if you want to bring in some of your favourite vinyl for a spin, especially the awesome RP8, and Naim's comprehensive range of music streaming products open up a whole new world of easily accessible audiophile sounds from sources ranging from iPad, USB memory stick, to network storage device and internet radio.

Please phone us for a chat about your current system and discuss your future requirements and we will be more than happy to pick up where Movement Audio and Salisbury Hi-Fi sadly had to finish.

As a thank you for travelling that bit further to see us please quote offer code MOSA0001 for 10% welcome discount on your first purchase from Audio T Southampton. (*Excludes existing clearance and special offers and installation products).

We look forward to speaking to you and seeing you soon,

Alan and John

 

 

The Bristol Show - what to see first????

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Iit's that time of year again where the Bristol Show is almost upon us, and the question that many customers are already asking me is: "what are you looking forward to seeing?".... well....

My first port of call with be to see the new PMC BB5se speakers!. We had the pleasure of having the existing BB5 in the shop a while ago and I have to say that they are probably the most amazing speakers we have had the pleasure of using... and they've made them better!.

I'm always keen to hear what people have enjoyed seeing or hearing at the Show, and once again I will be working on the ground floor sales desk.. so please come and say hello and tell me what you thought was the star of the show.

here's a link to the PMC page on the Bristol Show website: http://www.bristolshow.co.uk/news_detail.lasso?newsid=3927

The other thing I can't wait to hear is the Live Music at the show again. I don't know if people will remember hearing Eleanor McEvoy several years ago?... it was fantastic to hear live music being played to remind us what it's all about... this year (on Saturday and Sunday) "The Luck" will be playing live on the Terrace level courtesy of Focal.

They will be playing through Focal Stella speakers which should sound breathtaking!.

check the link for more info: http://www.bristolshow.co.uk/news_detail.lasso?newsid=4173

see you all at Bristol...

Nic

Swansea store.

Be prepared to witness an epic termination.....

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...well, not literally but you get the picture.

Just wanted to remind all you good folks out there that require any new Chord Epic speaker cable, we terminate Chord speaker cable instore.

Of course we will need a little time to do this, especially if we are busy, so if you don't mind leaving it with us, we can get it terminated for you. 

 

See you at the store.

Dave,Munir,Mike and Kev..

Audio T Manchester

Arcam rBlink Bluetooth - Digital to Analogue Converter (DAC)

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The new arrival in store today is the small but beautifully formed Arcam rBlink. 

The latest in Arcam's series of compact DAC products, the rBlink is an audiophile performance Bluetooth RF audio receiver and high quality digital to analogue converter.

The rBlink improves sound quality and provides the added convenience of streaming your music from any device that supports Bluetooth.

The rBlink enables Bluetooth enabled devices to be connected to your Hi-Fi system via the twin RCA outputs. It also has a SPDIF coaxial digital output and comes complete with everything required to get it working: power supply, aerial and stereo interconnect, although an upgrade to a Chord Crimson would be a good upgrade.

It's a doddle to set up, sounds great and adds so much extra flexibility to any hi-fi for a very reasonable price of £159.95.  Why not call in and take a look and a listen? 

Classic Album Night 4... Tuesday 5th March

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Following the success of our third Classic Vinyl Evening, we are pleased to announce Classic Vinyl Night number four.         

This will be on Tuesday 5th March and once again will be held at the Fusion Room restaurant, 80 Friargate, Preston, PR1 2ED, at 7pm 7.30 start.

Click the link to find where we will be http://www.fusionroom.co.uk/

The album we have chosen is Dire Straits by Dire Straits.

Also attending the evening will be Paul Clewes from manufacturer Bowers & Wilkins who will be taking us through the award winning CM range.

The hi-fi selected is as follows

Bowers & Wilkins CM9 speakers £1,800
Naim NAC 202 Pre-amp £1,825
Naim NAP 200 Power amp £1,750
REGA RP8 Turntable £1,600

The idea is simple... just turn up and listen to an album in it's entirety on vinyl with a short break to grab a drink half way in. If you are interested in joining us please email the store preston@audio-t.co.uk or call us on 01772 883958 to confirm your place.

If you require any additional information, please feel free to contact us.

We look forward to seeing you

Ian, Gavin and Andy       

Bristol Audio-T joins Sennheiser's Club Orpheus

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Club Orpheus has been started by Sennheiser to give you, the customer, confidence when buying their most prestigious models. 

We are talking the fabulous top of the range HD800, the HD700, the HDVD800 and HDVA600 headphone amplifiers, the amazing IE800 (In Ears), the wireless RS220 and the excellent and popular portable headphones the Momentum's.

These models are only available through Club Opheus dealers and come with unparalleled after service including extra warranties and fast track repairs should anything go wrong. So if you want the best come and have a listen.

The Amazing New Arcam A19 Integrated Amplifier

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We now stock the new Arcam A19. This product has already been widely praised in the press.

Visually this is nearly identical to the previous A18 but wow, what a differance in sound quality!

We should have guessed at something special by the sheer increase in weight, it is a heavy little amp.

Sonically it is better in every single respect. Increased drive, clarity, timing and musicality were the the first things that struck us.

If you are loooking for a sub £1000 amplifier then you really must add this to your shortlist.

 

 

Wharfedale have made a welcome return to Brentwood

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We have received our new Wharfdale Diamond series speakers.

For almost 30 years, Wharfedale’s famous Diamond speakers have served as the classic entry point to true high-fidelity sound, their exceptional value for money earning dozens of awards around the globe.  Now, with the introduction of the all-new Diamond Series, Wharfedale has again raised the bar for affordable, high-performance loudspeakers.

We have the following on demo in store

Diamond 121 Bookshelf speakers

 

Diamond 155 Floorstanding speakers

Diamond 101c A dedicated centre channel speaker

 

We have found the new range of speakers to be very smooth on high frequencies as a stereo pair and they also sound fantastic and in a 5.1 surround set up.

Please give us a call on 01277 264730 to arrange a demo!

Heed Obelisk si (MkII)

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An amplifier for music lovers!

The Obelisk si integrated amplifier features five line level inputs, remote volume control and a substantial power supply. There is also the option of an onboard phone stage or DAC modules.

Conservatively rated at 35 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Due to the DC coupled design it behaves rather more akin to valve amplifiers at the same rating.

Performance of the Obelisk cab be further enhanced by the addition of the x2 out board power supply.

The Heed Obelisk si has been getting some excellent press coverage and has recently won a 2012 What Hi-Fi award for best amplifier in the £1,000-£1,500 price category http://www.whathifi.com/review/heed-audio-obelisk-si

A must audition for those of you that love music.