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Bowers & Wilkins has introduced what it calls the best bookshelf loudspeaker system in the 700 Series – the Bowers & Wilkins 707 Prestige Edition. The new model is not a radical departure from previous speakers in the range, but it incorporates more technologies borrowed from such successful loudspeakers as the 705 S3 Signature and the 800 Series.

The latest Musetec MH DA006 Lite desktop DAC inherits the core design solutions from the brand’s flagship DA006 model. The differences in the Lite version lie in the power supply architecture, the analog output stage, and certain digital algorithms.

Born from years of research in signal processing and room-acoustics correction, the Goldmund Ouranos Signature stereo processor combines an advanced DSP architecture, improved control, and the brand’s signature design.

The legendary British brand Mission continues to thoughtfully develop its compact 778 series of audio components. After the successful debut of the Mission 778X integrated amplifier, the lineup has taken a logical next step: the Mission 778S network player has joined the amplifier, turning the series into a complete two-piece system – compact, and rational in a distinctly British way.

iFi company has released the iDSD Phantom – a digital-to-analog converter that also features a built-in network streamer and a headphone amplifier. The new model implements DSD Remastering up to DSD2048, as well as the well-known K2HD technology for professional sound processing. It also offers expanded sound customization options via XBass Pro and XSpace Pro modes and a set of digital filters.

Romanian manufacturer Meze Audio introduces the Meze Audio STRADA closed-back dynamic headphones. STRADA offers a harmonious acoustic experience where detail, texture, and dynamics come alive with effortlessness and emotional impact. With excellent noise isolation, natural spatial rendering, and a carefully tuned driver system, STRADA creates a private sonic space, perfect for long listening sessions at home or on the go.

Japanese audio brand Marantz is expanding its lineup of reference-class home-theater electronics with the introduction of the 11.4-channel Marantz AV 30 AV processor and the six-channel Marantz AMP 30 power amplifier. Like the previously introduced pairs Marantz AV 10 and AMP 10, as well as Marantz AV 20 and AMP 20, the new AV processor and multichannel amplifier are, according to the manufacturer, “designed in an exceptionally uncompromising way and offer maximum flexibility in use.” Both AV components integrate seamlessly with other Marantz products and therefore suit a very wide range of theater system configurations, use cases, and performance requirements.

The Luxsin brand has introduced the intelligent Luxsin X8 DAC and headphone amplifier, which became the second model in the manufacturer’s lineup, released just nine months after the launch of the first one – the Luxsin X9. According to the developers, the combination of powerful analogue hardware and an artificial intelligence-driven sound tuning system makes the Luxsin X8 a solution for listeners who value both reference-grade sound quality and modern software-based control.

Japanese brand Accuphase has introduced the Accuphase C-3900S preamplifier, further advancing the company’s proprietary AAVA technology in an even more refined form. Alongside uncompromising balanced circuitry, the main focus is on practical integration into complex High End systems. A wide range of connectors and extensive adjustment options underline the unit’s role as a central control hub for demanding stereo setups.

Renowned Canadian high-end audio manufacturer EMM Labs has introduced the EMM Labs PREi preamplifier, equipped exclusively with analogue inputs and outputs. The new model becomes the company’s latest flagship and is positioned as the most advanced preamplifier in the brand’s history.

The Japanese company Audio-Technica unveiled the Audio-Technica AT-LP7X belt-drive, fully manual turntable. According to the manufacturer, the new model is aimed at vinyl enthusiasts looking for a straightforward design combined with proven analogue engineering, continuing the company’s long-standing traditions in turntable and cartridge development.

The American company Dan D'Agostino Master Audio Systems has unveiled the new Dan D'Agostino Momentum Z mono power amplifier, released to mark the fifteenth anniversary of the Arizona-based brand. The new model is capable of delivering 500 W into 8 ohms and operates in a fully analogue mode – all digital control and monitoring circuits are excluded from the signal path.

The Eversolo brand, owned by China’s Zidoo Technology, is well known for its desktop DACs, as well as network players and amplifiers. Now the brand is expanding its product lineup with the introduction of the Eversolo SE100 loudspeakers – passive speakers featuring an unusual square, shallow-depth cabinet designed to fit perfectly into IKEA Kallax shelving units.

The German loudspeaker manufacturer Bärbox presented its first product – the floorstanding loudspeaker B.01 – in the summer of 2025. The company has now introduced a new A series, which includes the floorstanding A.01 and the bookshelf A.02, both featuring horn-loaded tweeters. Both models are available in two finish options.

The Japanese company Onkyo was founded in 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, the brand introduced the Muse series of compact integrated amplifiers with network streaming support, first unveiled at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The Muse series is not a nostalgic look back at the past, but a forward-looking range of audio components aimed squarely at modern use cases and streaming-focused listening. The lineup includes two models: Onkyo Y-50 and Onkyo Y-40.

The external Le DAC 3 marks a new stage in the evolution of Métronome components. Remaining faithful to the brand’s timeless aesthetic, it combines key technological advances that elevate sound quality and musicality to an even higher level.

Hi-Fi brand Starke Sound has expanded its Beta loudspeaker series with the introduction of the most compact model, the Starke Sound Beta5. The new speaker is positioned as an entry-level model in the company’s lineup and is designed for use in stereo systems, multichannel configurations, and versatile home audio setups.

Senna Sound has introduced the Sunstone headphone amplifier (€3,600), which the company classifies as reference level. The newcomer features a fully discrete circuit topology operating in pure Class A. The Sunstone delivers up to 4.5 W per channel into 50 Ohms - sufficient to effortlessly drive virtually any headphones. The Sunstone suits both planar magnetic and high-impedance dynamic headphones.

Shanling has introduced the SCD3.3 ($3,899), a top-loading SACD player with discrete R2R DAC and tube output stage. The patented top-loading optical disc transport with HD850 laser system targets not only exceptionally stable CD, SACD, and MQA-CD playback but also mechanically quiet operation that reduces digital jitter.

Schiit Audio has introduced the third generation of its popular headphone amplifier, predictably named Jotunheim 3. The completely redesigned amplifier circuit debuts the Prime topology and Continuity A output stage, delivering 6 W into 32 Ohms headphones and 20 V RMS for high-impedance models. Noise levels are virtually non-existent - even with sensitive IEMs.