Recently, I had the chance to spend some proper listening time with the new Cyrus 40 Series system here at Audio T Southampton. As someone who enjoys exploring a wide variety of music on a daily basis, I was curious to hear how the new 40 AMP, PSU, CD Player, and ST Streamer would perform together in a real-world setup.

Cyrus has long had a reputation for producing compact yet powerful British hi-fi, and the new 40 Series continues that legacy with a clean, understated design that hides a surprising amount of performance under the bonnet.

Here’s how it all came together…

More Than 40 Power

The 40 AMP Integrated Amplifier (£3,995)* impressed me straight away with how solid and controlled it sounded. Bass notes were tight and tuneful, vocals came through cleanly, and instruments were well separated without ever sounding clinical. It had that sense of grip and authority you want from a modern amplifier, but with enough musicality to keep listening engaging over long sessions.

Adding the 40 PSU External Power Supply (£2,495)* provided a subtle but immediate lift. The presentation opened up a little more, with extra space between instruments and a smoother sense of flow. Dynamics felt more natural too—quiet passages carried more delicacy, and louder sections hit with more ease. It wasn’t a night-and-day change, but it was the kind of upgrade that once heard, you wouldn’t want to be without.

New Age Music

The 40 ST Streamer (£2,995)* stood out as one of the most user-friendly streamers I’ve tried recently. The BluOS app is responsive, intuitive, and makes it effortless to browse and manage music across Qobuz, TIDAL, and Spotify. Switching between services or playlists was simple, and the whole experience felt slick and modern—no faff, just music.

Sonically, it was equally impressive. On Feel Good Inc. from Demon Days by Gorillaz, the bassline had plenty of drive and the rhythm carried real energy. On more complex and layered recordings, the presentation remained clean and well-organised, never losing its sense of timing. It’s a streamer that gets out of the way and lets the music shine.

Spinnin’ Discs

The 40 CD Player (£2,995)* was a reminder of why CD still has a place in a digital-first world. Playing Automatic for the People by R.E.M., “Drive” had a weight and atmosphere that felt more anchored compared to streaming. On Woodface by Crowded House, vocal harmonies were delivered with real warmth and smoothness, free of harshness.

It didn’t necessarily sound “better” than streaming—it was more a case of offering a different perspective. CDs had a slightly firmer, more grounded presentation, whereas streaming felt more open and flexible. Both were enjoyable, but the CD player definitely brought its own character to the system.

The Supporting Setup

For this demo, I paired the 40 Series with a carefully chosen supporting cast:

PMC Prodigy 5 Floorstanding Loudspeakers (£1,995*) - Compact in size, but quick and agile, with fast bass and great timing. They really shone with rhythm-driven material.
Chord Company ShawlineX Cabling (See website for various prices) — Transparent and consistent, allowing the Cyrus components to do their job without colouration.
Meze 109 Pro Headphones (£769*) - When I moved to headphone listening, the open soundstage and fine detail were preserved beautifully. Ideal for late-night sessions when speakers aren’t an

Reference Music

I used a familiar set of test tracks to get a rounded impression of the system:

Crowded House – “Weather With You” (Woodface) → to assess vocal clarity and balance.
Gorillaz – “Feel Good Inc.” (Demon Days) → for bass control and rhythm.
R.E.M – “Drive” (Automatic for the People) → for atmosphere and vocal depth.
Lemon Jelly – “Nice Weather for Ducks” (Lost Horizons) → for soundstage width and subtle detail.

Each track reinforced the impression of a system that could present detail clearly without losing musical flow or energy.

Final Thoughts

The Cyrus 40 Series feels like a thoroughly modern hi-fi system that balances usability with strong sonic performance. The AMP and PSU delivered control and clarity, the ST Streamer made everyday listening simple and enjoyable, and the CD Player added a sense of solidity to physical discs.

Paired with PMC Prodigy 5 speakers, Chord ShawlineX cabling, and Meze 109 Pro headphones, the system delivered a performance that was both engaging and versatile. It’s a setup that doesn’t demand fussing over but rewards time spent listening with music that simply feels right.

The Cyrus products are available to audition at the Audio T stores shown below. If you’re curious about what the Cyrus 40 Series can do, I’d highly recommend booking a demo and hearing it for yourself with the music you know best.

Thanks for reading

Tiago - Audio T Southampton

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