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Thales has released the Thales Elegance turntable, replacing the well-known TTT-Compact. The new turntable features an innovative platter drive system with a horizontal motor axis. The drive is designed based on the "endlessly free spinning platter" principle.

dB Module, a company specializing in the development of acoustic systems with concrete enclosures, is releasing the new dB Module Model 2E two-way speakers. The dB Module Model 2E enclosures are made of fiber-reinforced concrete (FRC).

Bang & Olufsen has announced its flagship wireless headphones, the Bang & Olufsen Beo Grace. The model will retail for a hefty $1,500, with a leather protective case available for $400 in addition to the charging case.

Pass Labs Xs 300 is the ultimate monophonic power amplifier. Each monoblock is designed as a two-body configuration – one of the modules is an amplifier, the second is a power supply.

dCS has introduced the dCS Varèse Transport CD/SACD transport, the final component of the Varèse Music System. Together with the Varèse Core control unit, two mono Varèse DACs, and the Varèse Master Clock, they form a complete reference-level digital system.

ARCAM has introduced the development of its Radia electronics line – three new integrated amplifiers ARCAM Radia A5+, A15+ and A25+ have been added. The devices use modern circuit solutions, an improved power management system to reduce interference and support the latest version of the Bluetooth wireless interface. Power supplies and printed circuit boards have also been upgraded.

Unita has released its first external digital-to-analog converter, the Unitra DSH-805 DAC. The retail price of the new product in Europe will be 2,999 euros.

SMSL has introduced a new DAC and preamplifier SMSL D200. The device went on sale for $319 – the price seems quite interesting, especially considering that the model uses a top-end 32-bit ROHM BD34352EKV digital-to-analog converter and a 16-core XMOS XU316 USB processor.

Technics has released a new Technics SL-50C turntable – unlike the previously announced Technics SL-40CBT, this device lacks a Bluetooth wireless transmission module, but supports playback speeds of 33, 45 and 78 rpm, which makes the device suitable for collections with rarer records.

A new version of the iconic Acoustic Energy AE1 40th Anniversary Edition loudspeakers has been unveiled. Since the original model's introduction in 1997, these speakers have set the standard for compact bookshelf speakers – and now they return with a new level of quality and engineering excellence.

Riviera Audio Labs has released a new monophonic power amplifier Riviera Audio AFM70, which develops up to 70 W into an 8 Ohm load and up to 140 W into 4 Ohms. These are very solid figures for the hybrid amplification circuit used here – a vacuum tube is used in the preamplifier stage, and the output stage is built on semiconductors.

Since its introduction, the Devialet Phantom series has earned laurels as a groundbreaking line of audio equipment. But the French company isn't resting on its laurels – a complete reimagining of the lineup awaits, introducing the new Devialet Phantom Ultimate loudspeakers. The series includes two speakers: the top-of-the-line Devialet Phantom Ultimate 108 dB and the more compact and affordable Devialet Phantom Ultimate 98 dB.

Technics has introduced a new direct-drive turntable Technics SL-40CBT. The device is housed in an MDF cabinet and is available in three color options: Terracotta, Light Gray or Charcoal Black.

OTTA (Over The Top Analogue) has announced its first MC cartridge, the OTTA Mandolin. Special attention was paid to the quality of midrange reproduction during development – ​​which should guarantee the most engaging sound.

TAD has announced its first integrated amplifier TAD-A1000. The TAD-A1000 design uses the company's favorite circuit solutions - current feedback gain and resistor ladder electronic volume control for preamplifiers, as well as an analog Class D gain platform for power amplifiers, in one device.

Nordost has released the Nordost QNET7, a second-level audiophile switch. The new product minimizes noise generated by high-speed digital transmission, reduces jitter, and provides a significant improvement in sound quality in digital systems.