Category: Amplifiers

I try to avoid hyperbolic language and words as much as possible. It is too easy to lapse into excess and create a universe of hyperbole where each new iteration of writing becomes just another exploration of flowery language. Still… With Danos Stavros Aries Cerat’s proud creations, it’s hard to contain and bottle my enthusiasm.  I know Stavros Danos for […]

I have already reviewed two Riviera Audio Laboratories products in the past few years, the AFM50 hybrid power amplifiers and the APL01SE preamplifier. I liked both of them very much. So when the opportunity arose to spend some time with the AFM100 Special Edition Amplifier, I did not have to be asked twice.  The Riviera AFM100 Special Edition Amplifiers are […]

atm audio I recently reviewed the ATM Audio Llebeig-A preamplifier and as announced, here is the review of the ATM Audio Garbi 60 power amplifiers by Jesús Alejos Pérez. I have already written about the origins of ATM Audio and the impressive and interesting background of Jesús Alejos Pérez, but for those who have not read the review of the Llebeig-A, […]

The ubiqaudiolab ubicube solid-state stereo power amplifier is another highly interesting product with an extremely refined, stylish exterior and an even more impressive inner heart.   Ubiqaudiolab The ubiqaudiolab team consists of two engineers of diverse and distinct kinds: Igor Kante and Andrej Lakner. Both are passionate, extreme in their visions and masterships, and have four decades of experience working […]

Holborne Passion Integrated amplifier was another one of those interesting and fulfilling evaluations with so many unexpected unfoldings and inspiring triggers to write about at so many points during the test.  HOLBORNE HOLBORNE is an outstanding Swiss HiFi brand, named after the English Renaissance composer of the same name. Meinrad Müller, a passionate musician, and technician founded the manufacture in […]

True Life Audio is no stranger to those who attended various High-End Audio shows or events over the past few years. Their electronics could be easily noticed in combination with many esteemed brands and always generated an extra involvement factor that doesn’t always exist, regardless of pedigree or price. Those who have not detected or heard TrueLife Audio’s product have […]

It’s been a while, but not too long since I’ve reviewed the Audio Hungary product. The roots of the Audio Hungary Qualiton brand are way deeper and go far more back than most people are aware of.  The history of the company began in the late 1940s. Rafilm National Radio and Film technical Company was founded at that time. The […]

I’ve been asked several times to look for an integrated amplifier that is elegant, has a credible audiophile feel, is affordable, and has an opulent sonic pedigree. When KINKI STUDIO asked for the opportunity to review their latest versions of an integrated amplifier, it took me a little time to find the right qualities that made sense to evaluate, such as a […]

This is already the third product review from the Gold Note 10-series at Mono and Stereo. Both the DS -10 and PH -10 have proven to be truly valuable high-end audio products, and as you can read on the recently introduced PA-10 power amplifiers, they continue the legacy of great-sounding and reasonably affordable audio equipment from Tuscany, Italy. MEET THE […]

As a great introduction and preface to the MSB Technology M500 Mono Amplifiers review, I asked the CEO and designer Jonathan Gullman of MSB Technology a few questions about their technical tour de force flagship solid-state monoblock power amplifiers. There are also some exclusive photos that give an insight into the production of the M500, kindly provided by MSB Product […]