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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.

Sharp has introduced the Sharp RP-TT100 automatic vinyl turntable - the model is equipped with a factory-installed tonearm and an Audio-Technica AT-3600L MM cartridge.

The Revox Group has announced a collaboration with the American National Audio Company to introduce new audio cassette tapes. To achieve this goal, the two companies are combining their expertise - National Audio in cassette production, and Revox in audio systems and music recordings, including master tapes.

The 4.5-way Sonus Faber Amati Supreme loudspreakers are presented – the iconic model of the Italian company now uses the conceptual solutions used in the flagship Sonus Faber Suprema system.

The Beatles' Anthology series is coming November 21-26, 2025, in a remastered form with an expanded documentary series, a music compilation, and a book.

Polish company Virtual HiFi has announced its first speaker systems – Virtual HiFi Viper Monitor, expanding the company’s direction in the field of 3D printing of audio products. Virtual HiFi Viper Monitor is a compact bookshelf speaker system that boasts a very wide frequency response (35 Hz – 31000 Hz).

Gustard has introduced a new flagship model Gustard R30 – a discrete R2R DAC with a built-in streamer. The new product uses a 27-bit architecture in combination with an FPGA clock management system. The digital-to-analog converter supports PCM and DSD streams. The user can also select various operating modes via digital filters, including NOS (Non-Oversampling). Gustard R30 went on sale at a recommended retail price of $3,599.99.

DALI has announced two-way bookshelf speaker systems Kupid – the model can be designed in as many as five color options, Black Ash, Walnut, Caramel White, Golden Yellow and Chilly Blue. The retail price is 338 euros per pair – so these speaker systems will be the most affordable in the model range of the famous audiophile company.

Lockwood Loudspeakers was a high-end audio company from 1930 until the early 1980s, when production of the iconic loudspeakers was halted due to a fire at a production facility. The brand was then reborn – and is now experiencing rapid growth and development, with a new full-cycle production facility launched at a new factory in Hamilton, Scotland.

The London Decca brand was previously one of the most respected among manufacturers of high-quality vinyl cartridges. Alas, extremely limited supplies of new models for almost thirty years allowed many audiophiles to forget about the legend. Now London Decca is back – the new management of the company has significantly reworked both the model range and production facilities and is seriously aiming for global expansion.

Octave Audio V 16 Single Ended – integrated amplifier with output power of 2 × 8 W, which can function both with highly sensitive loudspeakers and work as a high-quality headphone amplifier.

The CH Precision T10 10MHz Time Reference is a new premium clock that is suitable for both the “ultimate” upgrade of the CH Precision C10 Master DAC and for enhancing the sound of any high-end digital audio system. Independent clock domains between the transport and the DAC can introduce discrepancies that blur resolution and disrupt consistency. The CH Precision T10 external clock solves this problem head-on, providing an exceptionally pure 10MHz master clock designed with ultra-low phase noise and virtually eliminated jitter.