Post by foveaux on Nov 29, 2019 9:24:29 GMT 12
Just released: parttimeaudiophile.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Occasional-BUYERS-GUIDE_2019.pdf
Congratulations chaps, taking on the world..
The Wand Master Series ($2500-3250 depending upon length)
The new Master Series of unipivot tonearms from New Zealand’s The Wand features an unusually thick carbon-fiber arm tube that is much more rigid than normal tubes, and enough accessories to mount it on many, many different ‘tables. (It comes in 9.5”, 10.3”and 12” lengths.) Competitive with much more expensive arms, The Wand will convince you that a properly designed tonearm can have a huge impact on the sound of your analog rig.
PureAudio Vinyl ($4500)
This quiet and flexible phono stage comes from Gary Morrison and Ross Stevens, the men who formed Plinius back in the ‘90s. Featuring pure Class-A operation, dual-mono construction and a stunning industrial design, this phono stage provides the perfect balance between loads of inner detail and a smooth, lush vinyl presentation.
Antipodes DX3 ($6500)
The third generation of this music server from New Zealand combines an all-in-one approach with sensational sound. You can play from a long list of sources, from internal or external storage, stream with ease or even rip CDs. Best of all, you can set it up from almost any device.
PureAudio ONE ($9500)
An unusual integrated amp from New Zealand that offers Pure Class A up to 25wpc, or with a mere flick of a switch you can get more A/B power that is still heavily biased into A. Minimalist design (hence pure), short signal paths and the highest part quality make this the perfect choice for the audiophile who prizes sound quality over bells and whistles. Plus, it looks like no other integrated amplifier out there—architecture is the word that comes to mind.
Pureaudio Control 2 ($9500)
The original Control preamp was as streamlined as it gets—there was only one knob on the front of the thing, and it was the attenuator. The new Control 2 is a bit more fancy—the automatic input selector, powered by12V triggers, is now replaced with a more traditional push-button selector, and the remote control controls more than volume trim. Still, this is a minimalist preamp in the finest sense—short signal paths, the best parts quality and a slick attenuator that makes us giggle with joy.
Congratulations chaps, taking on the world..
The Wand Master Series ($2500-3250 depending upon length)
The new Master Series of unipivot tonearms from New Zealand’s The Wand features an unusually thick carbon-fiber arm tube that is much more rigid than normal tubes, and enough accessories to mount it on many, many different ‘tables. (It comes in 9.5”, 10.3”and 12” lengths.) Competitive with much more expensive arms, The Wand will convince you that a properly designed tonearm can have a huge impact on the sound of your analog rig.
PureAudio Vinyl ($4500)
This quiet and flexible phono stage comes from Gary Morrison and Ross Stevens, the men who formed Plinius back in the ‘90s. Featuring pure Class-A operation, dual-mono construction and a stunning industrial design, this phono stage provides the perfect balance between loads of inner detail and a smooth, lush vinyl presentation.
Antipodes DX3 ($6500)
The third generation of this music server from New Zealand combines an all-in-one approach with sensational sound. You can play from a long list of sources, from internal or external storage, stream with ease or even rip CDs. Best of all, you can set it up from almost any device.
PureAudio ONE ($9500)
An unusual integrated amp from New Zealand that offers Pure Class A up to 25wpc, or with a mere flick of a switch you can get more A/B power that is still heavily biased into A. Minimalist design (hence pure), short signal paths and the highest part quality make this the perfect choice for the audiophile who prizes sound quality over bells and whistles. Plus, it looks like no other integrated amplifier out there—architecture is the word that comes to mind.
Pureaudio Control 2 ($9500)
The original Control preamp was as streamlined as it gets—there was only one knob on the front of the thing, and it was the attenuator. The new Control 2 is a bit more fancy—the automatic input selector, powered by12V triggers, is now replaced with a more traditional push-button selector, and the remote control controls more than volume trim. Still, this is a minimalist preamp in the finest sense—short signal paths, the best parts quality and a slick attenuator that makes us giggle with joy.
"I see music as a lifetime affair." [Rory Gallagher]
