{"title":"Welcome Coupon","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"monitor-audio-bronze-50-7g-bookshelf-speakers-black-pair","title":"Monitor Audio Bronze 50 7G Bookshelf Speakers - Black - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Gold Dome, and a Front Baffle of Real Wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Bronze 50 7G is a two-way standmount, and a 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid driver does the heavy work. A 25 mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter takes over at 3.0 kHz, behind an aluminum grille patterned in small hexagons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front baffle is real wood veneered plywood. It is set slightly apart from the cabinet body, so you can see it is a separate piece. Each cabinet is 13.3 inches tall, 7.3 wide and 12.9 deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eC-CAM, and Why the Cone Is Metal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eC-CAM stands for Ceramic-Coated Aluminum Magnesium. Monitor Audio prefers metal cones because they are light but stiff. The cone moves more like a piston, and bends less as it travels. Less bending means less distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMonitor Audio quotes an in-room response of 41 Hz to 30 kHz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 86 dB. Nominal impedance is 8 ohms. The minimum is 4.0 ohms, at 200 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe recommendation is 30 to 100 watts into 8 ohms. If your amplifier is rated into 4 ohms, that becomes 50 to 200 watts. Continuous power handling is 100 watts, and peak output is quoted at 112 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Ports Come With Foam Inserts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is ported at the back. Monitor Audio supplies foam inserts to rein the bass in. They help, but they are no substitute for space. These speakers reward being pulled out into the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKashfia Kabir gave the Bronze 50 7G five stars for sound, build and compatibility in \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e on September 25, 2025: \"Monitor Audio has done a terrific job with the new Bronze 50 7G standmounts.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the sound: \"For a speaker at this price level, the Bronze 7G are unusually precise and controlled.\" Her one caveat: they \"can sound a little uptight on occasion, but not so much that it becomes an issue\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePaul Rigby, reviewing for \u003cem\u003eThe Audiophile Man\u003c\/em\u003e on December 17, 2025, heard \"a clean, clear and very exciting sound presentation that can easily detach you from your listening room and send you on a musical journey\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Are These Bookshelf Speakers Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a speaker that grabs you\u003c\/strong\u003e — the character here is clear, fast and front-footed rather than polite, which is exactly what makes them hold your attention on the first track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass matters to you\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rigby’s verdict on the low end: \"And bass? For the price and size of the cabinets? Beautiful.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou might bi-wire one day\u003c\/strong\u003e — each rear panel carries bi-wire terminals, so a single run works now and you can split the links later without changing speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is ordinary, not enormous\u003c\/strong\u003e — 86 dB sensitivity and a 30 to 100 watt window into 8 ohms make these an easy match, and one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e in that range will do nicely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou can give them room to breathe\u003c\/strong\u003e — foam port inserts are supplied, but these sound best pulled away from the back wall, so a shelf pushed against plasterboard is the one placement to avoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach rear panel carries bi-wire terminals. Leave the links in place and run a single cable from your amplifier for a conventional hookup, or take the links out and run separate cable to the treble and bass sections instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStart with the cabinets about 12 inches from the back wall, on stands, and leave the ports clear. Then move them by small amounts until the stereo image locks in. Keep both cable runs the same length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Bronze 50 7G owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Monitor Audio’s own ST-2 is the matching stand, and we stock it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — 30 to 100 watts into 8 ohms is the window\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — two runs per side if you decide to bi-wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — for anything below the 41 Hz mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I bi-wire them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Both rear panels carry bi-wire terminals. Remove the links and run separate cable to each pair, or feed them from separate amplifier channels if you would rather bi-amplify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMonitor Audio recommends 30 to 100 watts into 8 ohms, or 50 to 200 watts into 4 ohms. At 86 dB sensitivity they are not fussy, and reviewers have found them easy to partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo stands come with them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStands are separate. Monitor Audio makes the ST-2 specifically for standmounts of this size, and a stand suits these better than a shelf does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow far from the wall should they sit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBegin around 12 inches out and adjust from there. The ports fire backwards, so crowding the wall thickens the bass. Use the supplied foam inserts only if you cannot find the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy are they?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet measures roughly 13.3 by 7.3 by 12.9 inches, and weighs 14 pounds 2 ounces. They ship as a pair, and Monitor Audio covers them for five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the next range up add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/monitor-audio-silver-50-8g-bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMonitor Audio Silver 50 8G\u003c\/a\u003e moves to the RST III cone, reaches 35 kHz, and puts four more pounds into each cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Audiophile Man\u003c\/em\u003e spends ten minutes with a pair:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_bwoLSCOmYY\" title=\"MONITOR AUDIO BRONZE 50 7G Review - Small Box, Big Sound\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJanine Elliot reviews them for \u003cem\u003eSound Advice\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mgEj5-u5JUM\" title=\"Monitor Audio Bronze 50 7G Stand-mount Stereo Speakers review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, bi-wiring, or matching an amplifier to your speakers? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Monitor Audio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980500394157,"sku":"NEW-MRB7G50B-PR","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980500426925,"sku":"DEMO-MRB7G50B-PR","price":698.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MRB7G50-BLK-PR_01_angle_pair_2025__75676.1755871885.1280.1280_b02705d4-1723-4953-a129-7904c8992814.jpg?v=1778163642"},{"product_id":"grado-high-performance-1-4-to-mini-adapter-12-conductor","title":"Grado High Performance 1\/4 to Mini Adapter 12 Conductor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHigh-End, High-Performance Mini Adapter Cable\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado Labs High-Performance 1\/4\" to Mini Adapter converts a 1\/4\" plug to a 3.5mm plug. The eight inches of cable eliminates added stress on the output circuit board of the source. The cable is made using the same high-quality, 12-conductor wire used in Grado's Statement and Professional series headphone cables. Grado guarantees no degradation of sonic quality with Grado headphones while using their mini adaptor cable.. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThis extension cable is terminated with a 1\/4\" plug on one end and a 3.5mm jack on the other. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980576612525,"sku":"NEW-GRMIADP12","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980576645293,"sku":"DEMO-GRMIADP12","price":29.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRMIADP12_01-Large__52871.1710380966.1280.1280.gif?v=1778112022"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-t1-phono-evo-turntable-gloss-white-ortofon-om10e","title":"Pro-Ject T1 Phono EVO Turntable - Gloss White - Ortofon OM10e","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEasy System Matching, Built In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe T1 EVO Phono makes it easy to add real hi-fi vinyl playback to almost any system. A built-in, switchable phono preamp lets you connect straight to a standard line-level input on an amp, receiver, or powered speaker, or bypass it entirely for a separate phono preamp or an amp's own MM input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt ships with a factory-mounted Ortofon OM 10 cartridge, a heavy glass platter, and an 8.6-inch aluminum tonearm, with electronic speed control for effortless, easy switching between 33 and 45rpm right at the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere's no Bluetooth here — just a wired RCA connection that adapts to whatever phono input situation your particular system already happens to have on hand right now, without any wireless option at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOne Switch, Two Ways to Connect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Switchable Phono Preamp Built In\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA switch on the back selects phono-level or line-level output. Set to line, the built-in stage does the work and the deck plugs into any standard analog input, including a powered speaker's RCA input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSet to phono instead, and the raw cartridge signal goes out unamplified, ready for an outboard phono preamp or an amp's own MM phono input to handle it instead of the built-in stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Same Tonearm and Cartridge as the Rest of the Line\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 8.6-inch one-piece aluminum tonearm and the factory-mounted Ortofon OM 10 cartridge carry over directly from the standard T1 EVO, with tracking force already set correctly before it ever leaves the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBeneath the platter, a stainless-steel main bearing shaft in a brass bushing keeps rotation smooth, and the 8mm blasted-glass platter gives every record a flat, stable surface to spin on quietly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eReviewing the T1 EVO Phono for AVForums, Ed Selley praised its \"lovely industrial design and excellent hassle free performance,\" a verdict that echoes the wider EVO family's Hi-Fi Choice \"Recommended\" honors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the T1 EVO Phono Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amp or receiver has no phono input\u003c\/strong\u003e — the switchable phono preamp handles that right out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to connect straight to powered speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — the line-level output works with any analog RCA input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a cartridge already installed and adjusted\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Ortofon OM 10 arrives factory-mounted, tracking force included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want push-button speed change\u003c\/strong\u003e — 33 and 45rpm switch electronically, with no belt to move by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Bluetooth as well\u003c\/strong\u003e — the T1 EVO BT adds a wireless transmitter alongside the same switchable phono preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWith the switch set to line, connect the included RCA cable straight into any standard analog input on an amp, receiver, or powered speaker — no separate phono stage required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSet the switch to phono instead when you're using an outboard phono preamp or an amp with its own MM phono input, so the cartridge signal reaches it unamplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhere the T1 EVO Phono goes from here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/powered-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePowered speakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in phono preamp connects directly, no separate phono stage needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many include a phono input, letting you skip the built-in preamp entirely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio racks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rigid, level shelf gives the glass platter a stable foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean records sound better and protect the stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a separate phono preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou don't. The T1 EVO Phono has one built in, switchable off if your amp has an MM phono input or you'd rather use a separate phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect it directly to powered speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Switch the turntable to line-level output and connect it to powered speakers with a compatible analog RCA input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the T1 EVO Phono include Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt doesn't. This model uses a wired RCA connection only; choose the T1 EVO BT if you need a built-in Bluetooth transmitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cartridge already installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The Ortofon OM 10 cartridge is mounted and adjusted at the factory; you'll still need to complete the basic assembly in the supplied instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the tonearm return automatically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt doesn't. The T1 EVO Phono is fully manual, so you lower the stylus at the start of a record and return the tonearm once it's done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA two-year limited manufacturer warranty covers the T1 EVO Phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn independent comparison of all three T1 EVO variants:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7dywSwJMsJY\" title=\"Pro-Ject T1 EVO – Which Model to Choose? (Standard \/ Phono \/ BT)\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, choosing a phono preamp, or connecting to powered speakers? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Gloss White \/ New","offer_id":45980579561645,"sku":"NEW-PRT1EVOPH-GLSWHT","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gloss White \/ Demo","offer_id":45980579594413,"sku":"DEMO-PRT1EVOPH-GLSWHT","price":498.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRT1EVOPH_WHT_01_2024__31340.1727765295.1280.1280_4866b3e6-6283-4b74-85d4-32cbf7939e12.jpg?v=1778154081"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-debut-evo-2-turntable-satin-white-pick-it-evo-cartridge","title":"Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 Turntable - Satin White - Pick it EVO Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Turntable That Made Real Hi-Fi Affordable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Debut EVO 2 is the latest generation of the turntable that first got a whole generation of listeners into serious vinyl playback back in 1999, since selling close to a million units under the Debut name. It's handmade in Europe, and the Pick it MM EVO cartridge arrives mounted and aligned, so you're playing records within minutes of unboxing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn 8.6-inch one-piece carbon tonearm keeps the stylus planted in the groove, and a 3.75lb aluminum platter with a TPE damping ring keeps quiet passages quiet. Speed changes at the push of a button, with no belt to move between 33 and 45rpm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe platter is non-magnetic, so it welcomes a moving-coil cartridge whenever you're ready to upgrade, and an optional \"True Balanced\" signal path is available with Pro-Ject's own cables and phono stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTechnology You Can Actually Hear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Carbon Tonearm with a CNC-Milled Bearing Block\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 8.6-inch carbon tonearm is both stiff and light, reducing tracking error across a record side. A CNC-milled aluminum bearing block adds a level of precision uncommon at this price, and adaptive anti-skating adjusts its compensation as the arm moves across the record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn Aluminum Platter, Ready for a Cartridge Upgrade\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 3.75lb die-cast aluminum platter carries a TPE damping ring to quiet resonance, and its non-magnetic construction means moving-coil cartridges work fine here too, whenever you're ready to move beyond the included Pick it MM EVO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eInside, a generator builds a fresh sine wave for the motor, shielding it from noisy wall power and keeping speed rock-steady between 33 and 45rpm without any manual adjustment on your part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eReviewing the Debut EVO 2, StereoNET's James Michael Hughes wrote that \"it offers outstanding value for money and represents an excellent choice for anyone wanting a great basic vinyl spinner at an affordable price,\" earning it an Applause Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Debut EVO 2 was also named Highly Commended in StereoNET's 2025 Turntable of the Year awards, runner-up honors in a category most competitors don't even place in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Debut EVO 2 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want real hi-fi vinyl without the fuss\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pre-mounted cartridge, push-button speed, and set-and-forget belt drive make this an easy first serious turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have, or plan to add, a phono stage\u003c\/strong\u003e — there's no phono preamp built in, so you'll need an amp with a phono input or an external phono preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou plan to upgrade the cartridge someday\u003c\/strong\u003e — the non-magnetic platter and optional True Balanced path mean this deck can grow with your system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou'd rather listen than tinker\u003c\/strong\u003e — it's a manual deck with no auto-return, Bluetooth, or USB ripping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a balanced mini XLR output built in from the start\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Debut Pro B and Debut Pro S both add that, at a step up in price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect the included Connect it Phono E RCA cable to an amp or receiver's phono input, or to an outboard phono preamp if your amp doesn't have one built in — there's no phono stage inside the turntable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBecause the platter is non-magnetic, a moving-coil cartridge works here too if you decide to upgrade later, though you'll want a phono stage with enough gain for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhere the Debut EVO 2 goes from here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — required, since none is built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the non-magnetic platter is ready for a moving-coil upgrade whenever you are\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio racks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rigid, level shelf lets the damped feet do their job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean records sound better and protect the stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the Debut EVO 2 need a phono preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. There's no phono stage built in, so connect it to an amp with a phono input, or add an external phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cartridge really ready to play out of the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The Pick it MM EVO comes mounted and aligned at the factory; you just set the counterweight and anti-skating per the quick-start guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use a moving-coil cartridge with this turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The aluminum platter is non-magnetic, so moving-coil cartridges work fine when you're ready to upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have Bluetooth or USB?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt doesn't. This is a pure analog deck, built to put every dollar into sound quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's different from the original Debut Carbon EVO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe EVO 2 moves to a non-magnetic aluminum platter, ready for a moving-coil cartridge, and ships with the newer Pick it MM EVO cartridge in place of the Sumiko Rainier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA two-year limited manufacturer warranty covers the Debut EVO 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.55em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.75em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePro-Ject presents the Debut EVO 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;width:100%;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;margin:0 0 1.25em 0;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7EUfE8rvr5M\" title=\"Official Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 overview\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.75em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePro-Ject demonstrates how to set up the Debut EVO 2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;width:100%;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;margin:0 0 1.25em 0;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3Zg9Hf4jUe8\" title=\"Official Pro-Ject Debut EVO 2 setup guide\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, cartridge upgrades, or choosing a phono preamp? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"White \/ New","offer_id":45980597682349,"sku":"NEW-PRDECAEVO2-SATWHT","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRDECAEVO2_SATWHT_02_2024__22874.1730312393.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778154389"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-iec-cartridge-alignment-gauge","title":"Clearaudio IEC Cartridge Alignment Gauge - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Machined Aluminum Alignment Gauge Cut to the IEC Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Cartridge Alignment Gauge is a machined aluminum jig for setting cartridge geometry on any pivoted tonearm. It is cut to the IEC standard, which places the two null points at roughly 66 and 121 millimeters from the spindle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cartridge on a pivoted arm traces an arc across a record cut in a straight line. Alignment is the compromise that makes the two agree at two points on the disc, and which two points you choose is what the word IEC in the name is telling you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAccuracy, Range and Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat It Sets and How\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe gauge follows the IEC alignment standard. Under IEC the null points sit at approximately 66 and 121 millimeters, spreading tracking error evenly across the playing surface rather than concentrating accuracy at the run-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is machined from aluminum rather than printed on plastic or card. A metal jig locates positively on the spindle and stays where you set it, so both hands are free for the headshell screws and the reference does not slide while you are sighting down a cantilever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eClearaudio specifies it for all pivoted tonearms. A tangential or linear-tracking arm works to a different principle and follows its maker's own procedure, so check which kind you have before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Clearaudio Alignment Gauge Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want IEC geometry specifically\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard is stated rather than left for you to work out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own any pivoted tonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clearaudio specifies the gauge across the type rather than for one arm length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are tired of paper templates sliding\u003c\/strong\u003e — machined aluminum locates on the spindle and stays there\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou align cartridges more than once\u003c\/strong\u003e — a metal jig outlasts a printed sheet by decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a tangential or linear-tracking arm\u003c\/strong\u003e — those align by a different method; the tools that suit them are in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/cartridge-alignment-tools\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ecartridge alignment tools\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Set Up and Use It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLocate the gauge on the spindle and let it settle flat against the platter. Lower the stylus to the first null point and adjust the cartridge in the headshell until the cantilever aligns with the reference. Move to the second null point and repeat. The two interact, so return to the first and confirm before tightening anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most owners of an alignment tool shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-force-gauges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus force gauges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — geometry and force are the two halves of a cartridge setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a protractor is what makes fitting one yourself reasonable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/test-records\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTest records\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — for hearing whether the alignment landed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/tonearm\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTonearms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the mounting distance a protractor measures is set when the arm goes on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow accurate is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is cut to the IEC standard, so the geometry itself is defined rather than approximated. Machined aluminum holds that reference without flexing or sliding, which leaves your eye at the cantilever as the only variable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is IEC alignment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne of the recognized two-point alignment geometries. It places the null points at roughly 66 and 121 millimeters from the spindle, which spreads tracking error across the disc instead of favoring one part of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it fit my tonearm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eClearaudio specifies it for all pivoted tonearms. Linear and tangential trackers align by their maker's own method and are outside its scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it not set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOverhang and offset angle are its job. Tracking force, azimuth and vertical tracking angle are separate adjustments needing their own tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need to re-align after fitting a new cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Each cartridge body places the stylus slightly differently relative to the headshell, so the geometry is set again whenever one changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, record care, or getting the most from your vinyl? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47238446284973,"sku":"NEW-CLCARTALI","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":47249345872045,"sku":"DEMO-CLCARTALI","price":299.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CLCARTALI_01_angle_2025__01894.1736972943.1280.1280_8a2cfc92-ff8f-4c8e-adad-ee2aa0c4c293.jpg?v=1778111018"},{"product_id":"audioquest-red-river-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-single","title":"AudioQuest Red River Interconnect Cable - 1.0 Meter - RCA to RCA - Single","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRed River Is the Rivers-Series Cable Built Around a Third Conductor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's Red River sits second in the Rivers series, above Chicago. It is a two-cable design, one lead per channel. Solid Perfect-Surface Copper, a dedicated ground wire and cold-welded gold plugs set it apart from the entry cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper, Direction-Controlled\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wires are solid Perfect-Surface Copper, which AudioQuest calls PSC. AudioQuest draws the wire with a very smooth surface and says this cuts the distortion caused by grain boundaries. Solid wire also removes strand interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wire is also direction-controlled. AudioQuest says drawn wire has a grain with a direction. It listens to every batch, picks the direction, and marks the jacket with arrows. Point the arrows at the amplifier and noise drains where AudioQuest intends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHard-Cell Foam and Triple-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe insulation is Hard-Cell Foam, injected with nitrogen to form air pockets. AudioQuest says the stiff foam holds the signal pair in a fixed geometry along the whole cable. Air stores almost no signal energy, so little is released late as smear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe layout is what AudioQuest calls Triple-Balanced. A third wire carries the ground on its own. The shield never has to double as a signal path. AudioQuest says both signal legs then travel equally clean routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Cold-Welded, Gold-Plated Plug, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRed River ends in AudioQuest's own gold-plated RCA plug. It is cold welded, not soldered. A press bonds the plug to the wire under high pressure. AudioQuest calls solder \"a common source of distortion.\" The cold weld keeps the wire's character right up to the contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround the cable is AudioQuest's Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation. AudioQuest says an ordinary shield drains radio noise straight into the equipment's ground and pollutes the reference the signal is measured against. The metal layer absorbs the noise before it gets that far.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e reviewed Red River on May 13, 2014 and gave it four stars. Plugged into the magazine's reference system, \"there's immediately a greater sense of space and dynamics compared with budget cables.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe verdict was plain about the trade. What Red River \"lacks in smoothness and subtlety, it makes up for in scale and dynamic scope,\" the magazine wrote, calling its boldness the only real criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want scale and drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e heard a broad soundstage and driving sound, so music fills the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour left and right jacks sit far apart\u003c\/strong\u003e — Red River is two separate cables, so mono amplifiers and wide racks are no problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour sources sit near power supplies\u003c\/strong\u003e — the separate ground wire and metal shield drain noise, so the shelf stays out of the music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want no solder in the path\u003c\/strong\u003e — AudioQuest cold welds the plug to the wire, so the joint is metal on metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the smoothest sound\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e found Red River bold, at times forward. For refinement, step up to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-mackenzie-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Mackenzie\u003c\/a\u003e or call us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Red River from a line-level output, a DAC, streamer, CD player or phono stage, to a line-level input on your amplifier or preamp. Point the arrows on the jacket toward the amplifier. Push each plug straight on until it seats. Pull it off by the barrel, never by the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen listen. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn interconnect is one link in the chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual input end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DAC output to amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — phono stage to line input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the last link to the speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the cold-welded, gold-plated plug?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's own gold-plated RCA plug. It is joined to the wire by pressure, not solder. AudioQuest names solder as a common source of distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does Triple-Balanced mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cable has three wires: positive, negative and a separate ground. AudioQuest says this keeps the shield out of the signal path, so both signal legs travel equally clean routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich way do the arrows point?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eToward the component that receives the signal, normally the amplifier or preamp. AudioQuest sets the direction of the wire and says the arrows let noise drain the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs Red River sold as a pair or a single?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth. Each channel is its own cable, so we list a stereo pair and a single for mono runs and center channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does AudioQuest give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA limited lifetime warranty to the original owner, for cables bought from an authorized US dealer. AudioQuest will repair or replace a defective cable that has not been abused. Keep your proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-sydney-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Sydney\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung. It moves to Perfect-Surface Copper+, air-tube insulation, a carbon shield and silver-plated plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about interconnects, solid-core cables, or RCA versus XLR? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Single \/ New","offer_id":47249348985005,"sku":"NEW-AQRRIVER-1-SIN-RCRC","price":144.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Single \/ Open Box","offer_id":47237881004205,"sku":"OPEN-AQRRIVER-1-SIN-RCRC","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/aqrriver_rca-large__57800.1691676276.1280.1280_01b28f2d-3d35-4cee-9884-f6e572147f29.jpg?v=1778140600"},{"product_id":"clearaudio-music-pickup-test-record-180g","title":"Clearaudio Music Pickup Test Record - 180g","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003e43 Minutes of Opus 3 Recordings, Chosen to Audition a System Rather Than Measure It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Clearaudio Music-Pickup Test Record is a listening disc rather than a tone disc. It runs 43 minutes and 5 seconds of recordings from the Opus 3 label, pressed on 180-gram vinyl and selected for what each track demands of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTest tones tell you whether something is wrong. Music tells you what it sounds like when it is right. Both have their place, and an audition disc of known recordings is the one you reach for after the measurements are done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAccuracy, Range and Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Is On the Disc and What It Is Cut To\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe selections come from Opus 3, a label with a long reputation for minimally miked recordings, and cover classical, sacred, jazz, ragtime and folk. Each was chosen to put a particular demand on the system — dynamics, soundstage width, depth, or the placement of a single voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is pressed on 180-gram vinyl and runs 43:05. The weight matters on an audition disc the same way it matters on a test disc: a flat, quiet pressing keeps the record out of the way of what you are trying to judge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt suits any turntable and any cartridge. Nothing here is a measurement — you are listening to recordings whose character is already known to you, and hearing how your own system renders them against that memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Music-Pickup Test Record Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have finished the measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the disc for judging the result by ear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are comparing components\u003c\/strong\u003e — known recordings make an A-to-B comparison mean something\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want range in one sitting\u003c\/strong\u003e — classical through to ragtime across 43 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value the pressing\u003c\/strong\u003e — 180-gram vinyl, and Opus 3 recordings that were worth pressing well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou need to set azimuth or check platter speed\u003c\/strong\u003e — those want test signals rather than music; the tone discs are in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/test-records\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003etest records\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Use It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eClean the record and the stylus, then listen to the whole side before changing anything — you are learning what the disc sounds like on your system. Change one thing, play the same tracks again, and judge. Familiarity with the recordings is what makes the comparison worth anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most test-record owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-force-gauges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus force gauges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a test record shows the problem; a gauge is how you fix half of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/cartridge-alignment-tools\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCartridge alignment tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the other half, and the one a test disc will expose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-solutions\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — test signals are only as clean as the groove carrying them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-cleaning\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — do this before you trust anything a test record tells you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow accurate is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is an audition record rather than a measuring instrument, so there is no tolerance figure to quote. What it offers is 43 minutes of well-made Opus 3 recordings on 180-gram vinyl, chosen so that each one asks something specific of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it contain test tones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is music throughout. Sweeps, polarity checks and strobe patterns belong on a signal-based test disc; this one works by ear on recordings whose character is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it work with my system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAny turntable and cartridge. It plays as an ordinary LP does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat kind of music is on it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eClassical, sacred, jazz, ragtime and folk, all from the Opus 3 catalog, running 43 minutes and 5 seconds in total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, record care, or getting the most from your vinyl? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Clearaudio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45980619440301,"sku":"NEW-CLMUPIREC","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45980619473069,"sku":"DEMO-CLMUPIREC","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CLMUPIREC_BC-LARGE__59010.1727270841.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778110830"},{"product_id":"cardas-audio-parsec-interconnect-cable-0-5-meter-rca-to-rca-pair","title":"Cardas Audio Parsec Interconnect Cable - 0.5 Meter - RCA to RCA - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Parsec Puts Cardas's Air Tubes Within Reach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas Audio's Parsec is the cable Cardas calls its runaway favorite for best value. It takes two ideas from the company's Clear line, a Kevlar core in each conductor and polyethylene air tubes around them, and puts them in an everyday interconnect. Cardas describes it as neutral with a hint of warmth on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Kevlar Core Inside Every Conductor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe conductors are Cardas Grade 1 copper, 99.9999% pure, built as Litz wire with each strand sealed in clear SPN enamel. Each is wound around a Kevlar core. Strand sizes step up in Golden Ratio proportions from that core outward. Two conductors run at 23.5 AWG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Conductors, Twisted, and Suspended in Air\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe two conductors form a shielded twisted pair. Each sits inside a poly-e air tube, so the conductor rests mostly in air rather than plastic, and the pair is bound in carbon-impregnated FEP tape. Air holds very little charge. That is the reason Cardas goes to the trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA second layer of compressed poly-e air tubes holds the tin-plated copper braided shield and the extruded alcryn rubber jacket away from the conductors. That gap is deliberate. The shield rejects radio and electrical noise from a distance instead of pressing on the signal path. The cable measures 9.14 mm across.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe GRMO Plug at the End\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eParsec ends in the Cardas GRMO RCA plug. Cardas machines it from high-copper, non-magnetic brass. The contacts are silver plated under a rhodium flash, and a gold-plated cover screws on. Each plug is soldered to the wire by hand in Bandon, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a first step into Cardas's Clear-line construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kevlar-core conductors and air-tube insulation arrive here, so the parts that define the dearer Cardas cables are in your rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour sources sit near switching power supplies\u003c\/strong\u003e — the braided shield rides on air tubes, off the conductors, so noise is rejected without loading the signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou swap gear often\u003c\/strong\u003e — the GRMO's machined body and rhodium-over-silver contacts grip and resist wear, so every reconnection seats clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a cable that dresses easily\u003c\/strong\u003e — the alcryn rubber jacket stays flexible at 9.14 mm, so it bends around a shelf edge without a fight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour components both offer XLR\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Parsec is single-ended RCA. If both your components have balanced XLR jacks, choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-parsec-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-xlr-to-xlr-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCardas Parsec XLR\u003c\/a\u003e instead. Or call us and we will match the connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the Parsec from a line-level output, a DAC, streamer, CD player or phono stage, to a line-level input on your amplifier or preamp. Keep left to left and right to right. Push each GRMO plug straight on until it seats. Pull it off by the barrel, never by the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen leave it alone. Cardas says its cables settle with use, so plug in and listen. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn interconnect is one link in the chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual input end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DAC output to amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — phono stage to line input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean power at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are air tubes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHollow polyethylene tubes around each conductor, so the copper rests mostly in air. A second set of compressed tubes holds the shield and jacket away from the conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the GRMO connector?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas's own machined RCA plug. Brass body, silver contacts with a rhodium flash, and a gold cover that screws on over the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does break-in take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas says at most 200 hours, and usually half that. Its advice is simple: \"Plug them in, leave them plugged in, and enjoy your life.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does Cardas give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA lifetime warranty. Every Litz strand is sealed in enamel, so the copper does not oxidize. Cardas says that is why its cables last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up from the Parsec?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-sky-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCardas Clear Sky\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung and the entry to the Clear line. It adds Cardas's Matched Propagation conductors and keeps the GRMO plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudio Advisor's tour of the Cardas factory in Bandon, where the Parsec is built and terminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xmjVJNxKV5Q\" title=\"Inside Cardas – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudio Advisor walks through Cardas cable construction, from Litz strands to hand-soldered plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OdDJBBxrzY8\" title=\"Cardas Cable Construction – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about interconnects, dielectrics, or RCA versus XLR? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cardas","offers":[{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981146710189,"sku":"NEW-CRPARIC-0.5-PR-RCRC","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ Demo","offer_id":45981146742957,"sku":"DEMO-CRPARIC-0.5-PR-RCRC","price":299.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/CRPARIC_RCRC_01_2023__67705.1695150612.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778141463"},{"product_id":"sumiko-black-pearl-phone-cartridge-stylus","title":"Sumiko Black Pearl Phone Cartridge Stylus","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe RS Black Pearl — A Spherical Tip, and Not the Pearl's Part\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko's replacement stylus for the Black Pearl moving magnet cartridge, sold singly. A 0.7 mil spherical diamond on an aluminum cantilever, it fits the front of a Black Pearl body without the cartridge leaving the arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe name causes more trouble than anything else about it. The Pearl and the Black Pearl are different cartridges with different diamonds, and Sumiko lists a different replacement stylus for each. One will not do for the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFit, Profile and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich Bodies It Belongs On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko names one replacement stylus unit for the Black Pearl, and this is it. The Pearl's elliptical assembly is a separate part number, so check the badge on your cartridge rather than going by memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko's current moving magnet cartridges — Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet and Amethyst — share one interchangeable group of styli. This is not part of it. Those assemblies will not serve here and this one will not serve there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers That Matter at Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn a Black Pearl body Sumiko publishes 4.0 mV of output, a frequency response of 18 Hz – 20 kHz, 23 dB of channel separation at 1 kHz, compliance of 10 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyn and an internal impedance of 1,130 Ω.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTracking force is 1.5 to 2.0 g with 2.0 g recommended. A spherical tip is the most forgiving profile there is of a slightly imperfect setup, which is a large part of why the Black Pearl was fitted to so many turntables as standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the RS Black Pearl Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Black Pearl is worn\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sumiko no longer builds the cartridge, so the stylus is how it stays in service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour records are not perfect\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 0.7 mil sphere rides above surface damage an elliptical drops into\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour setup is basic\u003c\/strong\u003e — a spherical profile tolerates arm geometry that a finer tip would not\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou keep a spare\u003c\/strong\u003e — cheap insurance on a cartridge that cannot be replaced new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYours is a Pearl, an Oyster, or one of the current Sumikos\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is not the matched part for any of them; theirs are in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridge-replacement-stylus\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ereplacement styli\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Fit It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cartridge stays in the headshell throughout. Hold the fitted assembly by its plastic housing, pull it straight forward off the body, and press this one on until it seats. Set tracking force to 2.0 g and nothing else needs adjusting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most Black Pearl owners shop alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-force-gauges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus force gauges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — how you set the 2.0 g this one asks for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-cleaning\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — what decides how long the new tip lasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-solutions\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean record is the cheapest stylus insurance there is\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-brushes\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pass before each side keeps grit out of the groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it fit my cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt fits the Sumiko Black Pearl alone. The Pearl uses a different assembly, the Oyster another again, and the current Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet and Amethyst share a separate interchangeable group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow do I tell a Pearl from a Black Pearl?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRead the badge on the cartridge rather than the color. If you are unsure, the diamonds differ too: the Pearl is elliptical and the Black Pearl spherical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat tracking force should I set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko specifies 1.5 to 2.0 g and recommends 2.0 g. Set it after fitting; a fresh assembly need not weigh exactly what a worn one did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does a stylus last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround 1,000 hours is the usual figure, though it turns on how clean your records are and how accurately the cartridge is set up. A worn tip damages records, so replace it on schedule rather than by ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/gCva9sgRP3E\" title=\"General Guide: Replacing a User-Replaceable Moving-Magnet Stylus — Audio-Technica USA\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981147529389,"sku":"NEW-SURSBLP","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981147562157,"sku":"DEMO-SURSBLP","price":49.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/g_sursblp__08607.1726501956.1280.1280_ec3aa2c6-c123-495c-9b3b-f79f351d98a2.jpg?v=1778116543"},{"product_id":"cardas-audio-iridium-tonearm-cable-1-25-meter-rca-to-rca","title":"Cardas Audio Iridium Tonearm Cable - 1.25 Meter - RCA to RCA","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCardas Iridium Brings Warmth and Detail to Your Phono Signal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tonearm cable carries the phono signal from a turntable to a phono preamplifier, one of the most noise-sensitive links in the whole vinyl chain, since the signal here is far weaker than a line-level source. A premium cable differs from the plain lead a turntable ships with in conductor quality and shielding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas built Iridium as an affordable, musical tonearm cable, hand-soldered in Bandon, Oregon, aimed at listeners who want the classic Cardas analog sound without paying flagship prices. It is available terminated RCA-to-RCA or with a Cardas S-DIN plug on the turntable end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGrade 1 Copper in a Star-Quad Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas says Iridium uses Grade 1, 99.9999% pure OFHC copper with an SPN clear coat (Litz), gauge sizes scaled to Cardas's Golden Ratio proportions, arranged in a shielded Star-Quad four-conductor geometry and insulated in a FEP jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCarbon-Impregnated Shielding, Flexible Jacket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe four conductors are bound together in PTFE tape, Cardas says, with a hybrid shield combining a spiral of tin-plated copper and a carbon-impregnated PTFE tape. Gauge is 4x24.5 AWG, with a cable diameter of 0.300 inches (7.62mm), finished in a soft, flexible extruded TPR jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIridium terminates at the turntable end in either a pair of RCA plugs or a Cardas S-DIN plug, and at the phono-stage end in a pair of Cardas RCA plugs, hand-soldered rather than machine-terminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Cardas's classic analog warmth at an entry price\u003c\/strong\u003e — Iridium is Cardas's most affordable phono cable, built to the same hand-soldered standard as its pricier lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour turntable has a detachable DIN-style tonearm lead\u003c\/strong\u003e — the S-DIN-to-RCA version connects that lead straight to your phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour turntable's tonearm wiring runs straight out to RCA plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the RCA-to-RCA version fits that connection directly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are feeding a phono stage with real resolution to protect over a short run\u003c\/strong\u003e — Iridium's Star-Quad geometry and carbon-impregnated shield are built for exactly that short, sensitive run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour budget calls for Cardas's flagship phono cable instead\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-tonearm-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCardas Clear\u003c\/a\u003e carries a considerably more elaborate construction at a much higher price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect the turntable end (RCA or Cardas S-DIN, depending on your tonearm's wiring) to your turntable or tonearm's output, and the RCA end to your phono preamplifier's phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen power up the system as usual. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tonearm cable is one link in the vinyl playback chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the source of the signal or ground point this cable connects to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual destination at the other end of this cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the cartridge is what actually generates the signal this cable carries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many integrated amps include a built-in phono stage of their own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes direction matter when I connect this cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhere a maker marks a direction on a tonearm cable's conductors, connect it running from the turntable end toward the phono stage as marked, so induced noise drains away from the circuits it would otherwise disturb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs this cable balanced or unbalanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnbalanced. Standard RCA and single-ended DIN connections are unbalanced; this cable is not a balanced connection unless its listing says otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is Iridium's dielectric made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCardas says Iridium's conductors are insulated in a FEP jacket, with a carbon-impregnated PTFE tape as part of the shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/cardas-audio-clear-tonearm-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCardas Clear\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step up, Cardas's flagship phono cable, built for reference-level systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, phono stages, or matching your gear? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Cardas","offers":[{"title":"1.25 Meter \/ RCA to RCA \/ New","offer_id":45981157228717,"sku":"NEW-CRIRPH-1.25-RCRC","price":272.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/crirph_rcrc_1-large__56369.1727452641.1280.1280_95d679c9-b35f-42b0-9ff4-8106f4977c62.jpg?v=1778108413"},{"product_id":"klipsch-the-nines-ii-powered-speakers-ebony-pair","title":"Klipsch The Nines II Powered Speakers - Ebony - Pair","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Need to Know\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are powered speakers, and what makes The Nines II special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost speakers need an amplifier or a receiver to make sound. Powered speakers are different—the amplifier is built right inside. That means The Nines II are close to a whole stereo system in just two speakers. You plug in your TV, turntable, phone, or computer, and you're ready to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nines II are the largest and most powerful model in Klipsch's powered speaker family, above The Fives II and The Sevens II. Each speaker uses an 8-inch Jet Cerametallic woofer (the driver that makes the low and middle sounds) paired with a 1-inch titanium tweeter (the driver that makes the high sounds) set inside a Klipsch Tractrix horn. The horn is a shaped opening around the tweeter that aims the sound right at you, which is part of why Klipsch speakers sound so lively and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe electronics inside were built with Onkyo, a respected name in home theater receivers. Klipsch uses an AVR architecture—the same kind of processing you'd find in an AV receiver—so the speakers can decode surround formats and handle a lot of sources on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does it matter? How does it improve your listening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe big idea here is simplicity without giving up sound quality. You get room-filling Klipsch sound, but you skip the separate amplifier, receiver, and the rack of boxes that usually comes with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nines II play Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. These are surround sound formats that place sounds around you and even above you, so movies and shows feel more lifelike—even though you only have two speakers. The system uses virtual height channels to create that sense of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also include Dirac Live room correction, with a Standard (Limited Bandwidth) license in the box. Every room changes how speakers sound—hard walls, furniture, and corners can add boomy bass or dead spots. Dirac Live uses the included microphone to measure your room, then it adjusts the sound to fix those problems automatically. The full-bandwidth version of Dirac Live is an optional upgrade you can buy directly from Dirac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a built-in phono stage too, so you can plug a turntable with a moving-magnet (MM) cartridge straight in—no separate phono preamp needed. And the one-piece BMC baffle (the dense front panel that holds the drivers) is stiffer than the older model, which Klipsch says cuts down on unwanted vibration for cleaner, wider sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are reviewers saying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003eReviewers at AVS Forum (April 2026) summed up The Nines II as \"loud, proud, and refined,\" and singled out the expanded built-in streaming—Wi-Fi with Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, and Roon Ready—as one of the biggest improvements over the original.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003eAudio Advice (April 2026), reviewing the full Fives II \/ Sevens II \/ Nines II line, confirmed that all three models include a built-in MM phono stage so you can connect a moving-magnet turntable directly, and noted the subwoofer crossover is tuned to around 65 Hz for a smooth blend with a sub.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne practical note reviewers raised: The Nines II are rear-ported, so they need a little breathing room from the wall to sound their best. If you plan to place them close to a wall, give us a call and we'll help you plan it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs The Nines II right for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want great sound for music and movies but don't want a separate receiver, amplifier, and a tangle of boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want your TV, turntable, and streaming music all running through one simple setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You stream from services like Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, or Apple Music and want them built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You play vinyl and want to plug a turntable in directly, without buying a phono preamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/2714.svg\" alt=\"✔️\" width=\"15\"\u003e You want big, lively sound in a medium-to-large room and like the idea of room correction built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it connect to your system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost everything connects to the primary (right) speaker, which holds the electronics. Here's what you get and when you'd use it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHDMI eARC and a second HDMI 2.1 input\u003c\/strong\u003e — Connect your TV with one cable. eARC lets your TV send sound to the speakers and lets your TV remote control the volume. The extra HDMI 2.1 input can pass through 4K and gaming features like VRR and ALLM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhono \/ analog RCA input\u003c\/strong\u003e — Plug in a turntable (with a moving-magnet cartridge) or another analog source. The phono stage is built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXLR balanced inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — A studio-style connection that resists noise over long cable runs. Handy if you're using these as studio monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical, coaxial, and USB-C digital inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — For CD players, computers, game consoles, and other digital gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer output\u003c\/strong\u003e — One RCA output to add a powered subwoofer if you want more bass. The crossover is tuned around 65 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi, Ethernet, and Bluetooth 5.4\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stream over your network with Google Cast, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Roon Ready, or connect quickly over Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two speakers connect to each other with the included speaker cable for full 96 kHz hi-res audio, or you can use the optional wireless link for a cleaner look (wireless tops out at 48 kHz, which still covers all streaming services). If you'd like help setting them up, give us a call at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18009420220\"\u003e800-942-0220\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Nines II powered speakers (primary and secondary)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion-specific power cord (2.0 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote control (with 2 AAA batteries)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-conductor speaker cable (4 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI cable (1.5 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalibration microphone (for Dirac Live)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVS Forum\u003c\/strong\u003e — April 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAVS Forum titled its review \"Loud, Proud, and Refined.\" The reviewers highlighted the upgraded streaming as one of the biggest improvements—built-in Wi-Fi with Google Cast, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Roon Ready, plus Bluetooth 5.4—calling it coverage of nearly every major platform without adding anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-blockquote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e — April 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a combined review of The Fives II, Sevens II, and Nines II, Audio Advice confirmed each model includes a built-in MM phono stage for connecting a turntable directly, and explained that Klipsch tuned the subwoofer crossover to roughly 65 Hz for the best blend between the speakers and a subwoofer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Nines II is a recent release. We've kept this section to the verified coverage available at the time of writing and will add more professional reviews as they publish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA subwoofer\u003c\/strong\u003e — The Nines II have a sub output tuned around 65 Hz. Add one for deeper bass in movies and music. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\"\u003esubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker stands\u003c\/strong\u003e — Klipsch makes the matching KS-24 stands for The Nines II. Proper height and a little space from the wall help these rear-ported speakers sound their best. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-stands\"\u003espeaker stands\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA turntable\u003c\/strong\u003e — The built-in phono stage means you can plug a moving-magnet turntable straight in. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI, subwoofer, and interconnect cables to finish the setup. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/cables\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAll-in-One Powered Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amplifier is built into the speakers, so you don't need a separate receiver or amp. Just connect your sources and play—a full stereo (and home-theater) system in two speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHorn-Loaded Klipsch Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach speaker pairs an 8-inch Jet Cerametallic woofer with a 1-inch titanium tweeter in a Tractrix horn. The horn focuses the high frequencies toward your listening spot for the lively, clear, room-filling sound Klipsch is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDolby Atmos and DTS:X\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese surround formats place sound around and above you using virtual height channels, so movies and shows feel immersive even with just two speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirac Live Room Correction (Standard License Included)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour room changes how speakers sound. Dirac Live uses the included microphone to measure your room and automatically correct problems like boomy bass or uneven response. A Standard (Limited Bandwidth) license is included; a full-bandwidth upgrade is available from Dirac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHDMI 2.1 with eARC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect your TV with a single cable. eARC carries high-quality audio and lets your TV remote control volume. The HDMI 2.1 input passes through 4K video and gaming features like VRR and ALLM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Streaming and Bluetooth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStream over Wi-Fi with Google Cast, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, and Roon Ready—or connect quickly with Bluetooth 5.4. Nearly every major platform is covered without adding a separate streamer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Phono Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated analog input with a built-in phono stage lets you plug in a moving-magnet turntable directly—no separate phono preamp required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStudio-Style XLR Inputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced XLR inputs resist noise over longer cable runs and make The Nines II a flexible choice as studio monitors, not just home speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWireless or Wired Stereo Link\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the two speakers with the included cable for full 96 kHz \/ 24-bit hi-res audio, or use the optional wireless link for a cleaner look (wireless runs at 48 kHz, which covers all streaming services).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne-Piece BMC Baffle and Durable Metal Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dense, rigid one-piece baffle reduces unwanted resonance for cleaner, wider sound. A redesigned top-panel control uses a metal volume wheel and source button, with a new backlit remote for easy control in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eSystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Description\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowered monitor (pair)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31 Hz – 25 kHz ±3 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107 dB (1 m, stereo pair)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Resolution Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96 kHz \/ 24-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eDrivers \u0026amp; Enclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Frequency Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\" (2.5 cm) Titanium LTS vented tweeter with Tractrix horn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-Frequency Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\" Jet Cerametallic woofer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMDF with genuine wood veneer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBass-reflex via rear-firing port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi \/ Network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.4 GHz \/ 5 GHz 802.11ac (2×2 MIMO); 10\/100 Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth 5.4 (A2DP; SBC, AAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStreaming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoogle Cast, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI eARC (with CEC), HDMI 2.1 input, XLR balanced, RCA phono, RCA analog, USB-C audio, USB-A, optical, coaxial, calibration mic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle RCA subwoofer output, HDMI output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI Specs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDMI 2.1 pass-through, 8K, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, VRR, ALLM, QFT; eARC; HDCP 2.3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eAudio Processing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormats \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolby Atmos (virtual height), DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X, Music\/Movie\/Direct modes, Dialog Enhancement, 5-band EQ, Dirac Live (Limited license included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003ePower \u0026amp; Physical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100V–240V, 50\/60 Hz internal supply (region-specific cords)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (H × W × D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e460 × 244 × 375 mm (18.13\" × 9.62\" × 14.75\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary: 14.9 kg (32.8 lbs); Secondary: 31.7 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEbony, Walnut, Red Oak (this listing: Ebony)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Stand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKlipsch KS-24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq gsbp-ab3b28d\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a receiver or amplifier for The Nines II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The amplifier is built right into the speakers, so they're nearly a complete system on their own. You just connect your sources—TV, turntable, phone, computer—and play. That's the whole idea behind powered speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat else do I need to get started?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot much. The pair, the included cables, and the remote come in the box. You may want speaker stands (the Klipsch KS-24 is the matching model) and, if you crave deeper bass, a subwoofer. Everything else—streaming, phono, room correction—is already built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I really plug my turntable in directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if your turntable uses a moving-magnet (MM) cartridge, which most do. The Nines II have a built-in phono stage, so you don't need a separate phono preamp. Just connect the turntable to the analog\/phono input and ground it if it has a ground wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is this different from The Fives II and The Sevens II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three are powered speakers from the same family with similar features. The Nines II are the largest, with 8-inch woofers for the biggest, most room-filling sound—best for medium-to-large rooms. The Sevens II and Fives II use smaller woofers and suit smaller spaces. Give us a call and we'll help you match the right model to your room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Dirac Live, and do I have to use it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirac Live is room correction. It uses the included microphone to measure how your room affects the sound, then adjusts the speakers to fix problem areas automatically. You don't have to use it, but most people find it makes a real improvement. A Standard license is included; a full-bandwidth upgrade is available from Dirac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo they need to be near the wall or away from it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nines II are rear-ported, which means they have an opening on the back for bass. Reviewers note they sound best with a little space between the speaker and the wall. If your spot is tight against a wall, call us and we'll help you plan placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect the two speakers wirelessly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You can run the included cable between them for full 96 kHz hi-res audio, or use the optional wireless link for a cleaner look. The wireless connection runs at 48 kHz, which still covers all streaming services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich speaker do I plug everything into?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary (right) speaker holds the electronics and almost all the inputs. The secondary speaker connects to it by cable or wireless link. Keep that in mind when planning where your sources will sit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ec-titlebox-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f3b5.svg\" alt=\"music note emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"emoji\" role=\"img\" draggable=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/17.0.2\/svg\/1f504.svg\" alt=\"repeat emoji\" width=\"20\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. 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It sits in Kimber's Summit Series. The center conductor is silver, the dielectric is air-articulated fluorocarbon, and two helically wound shields surround it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Pure Silver Conductor in Air-Articulated Fluorocarbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber lists the conductor type as silver and the dielectric as a low-loss, air-articulated fluorocarbon. Air stores less of the signal's energy than a solid plastic, and the fluorocarbon tape holds the conductor centered. Kimber's slogan for its digital line is \"Push Every Bit.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber publishes the electrical figures. The D-60 measures 55.2 picofarads of parallel capacitance, 0.502 microhenries of series inductance and 0.115 ohms of DC resistance per meter. Few cable makers print those numbers for a digital cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Helical Shields and a Nitrogen-Assisted Solder Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo helically wound shields wrap the conductor, one over the other. Each end is hand soldered with nitrogen assistance, a termination method Kimber lists as a feature. Audio Advisor's listings carry the cable's older \"Data Flex Studio\" name, while Kimber now calls it simply D60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe BNC Plugs, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis D-60 ends in a BNC plug at each end. BNC is the bayonet plug that twists a quarter turn and locks, found on some DACs, transports and studio gear. Kimber lists BNC as a connector option for the D-60 alongside its Ultraplate RCA, and BNC was designed for 75-ohm lines like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDoug Schneider reviewed the D-60 for \u003cem\u003eSoundStage!\u003c\/em\u003e in November 1996. \"This is the best digital interconnect I have ever used in my system,\" he wrote, hearing \"an amazing increase in low-level detail, air, and sense of space.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\"The soundstage seemed much larger, the highs cleaner, and the imaging more focused,\" he added, calling it \"a true reference-quality product with performance that makes it worth the asking price to those who can afford it.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Digital Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour transport and DAC both have BNC sockets\u003c\/strong\u003e — the locking bayonet plugs fit them directly, so no adapter sits in the digital path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a silver conductor in a 75-ohm line\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kimber builds the D-60 as a precision 75-ohm pure silver cable, so the signal path is silver from plug to plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are feeding a reference DAC\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eSoundStage!\u003c\/em\u003e called it a true reference-quality product, so it belongs at the top of a front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a plug that locks\u003c\/strong\u003e — the BNC collar twists a quarter turn and holds, so it will not work loose behind the rack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour components have the common RCA coaxial socket\u003c\/strong\u003e — a BNC plug will not fit it. Choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/kimber-kable-d-60-data-flex-studio-coaxial-digital-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eKimber D-60 RCA to RCA\u003c\/a\u003e instead, or call us and we will match the plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePush each BNC plug onto its socket and twist the collar a quarter turn until it locks. Run the cable from the digital output of your transport or streamer to the digital input of your DAC, then choose that input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen listen. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA digital cable is one link in a digital chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the receiving end of the link\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/cd-players-and-transports\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eCD Players and Transports\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the classic coaxial source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a streamer with a digital output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean power at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does tri-axial mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber's word for the build. A center conductor sits inside two helically wound shields, one over the other, so there are three concentric layers instead of the two in an ordinary coaxial cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes Kimber publish measurements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Kimber lists 55.2 picofarads of parallel capacitance, 0.502 microhenries of series inductance and 0.115 ohms of DC resistance per meter for the D-60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is nitrogen-assisted soldering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber's termination practice, listed as a feature of the D-60. The joint is hand soldered under a flow of nitrogen. Kimber does not publish more detail, so we do not claim what the gas does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is S\/PDIF?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sony\/Philips Digital Interface, the standard behind the coaxial and optical digital sockets on consumer audio gear. Over coax it runs on a 75-ohm line with RCA or BNC plugs and carries stereo PCM and encoded surround.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/kimber-kable-agdl-silver-coaxial-digital-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eKimber AGDL Silver Digital\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung in Kimber's silver digital cables, with RCA plugs. Ask us about other plug options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about digital audio, DACs, or streaming? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kimber Kable","offers":[{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ BNC to RCA \/ New","offer_id":47238461227181,"sku":"NEW-KKD60-0.5-BCRC","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ BNC to RCA \/ Demo","offer_id":47249346199725,"sku":"DEMO-KKD60-0.5-BCRC","price":199.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/KKD60_RCRC_01_2023__03952.1692287135.1280.1280_916543fb-ca76-47bb-8edc-cf3d4a5b3749.jpg?v=1778138081"},{"product_id":"sumiko-moonstone-moving-magnet-phono-stylus","title":"Sumiko Moonstone Moving Magnet Phono Stylus","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe RS Moonstone — A Lighter Cantilever, and Where the Output Drops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko's replacement stylus for the Moonstone, sold singly. It carries an elliptical diamond at 0.3 by 0.7 mil on a 0.5 mm aluminum pipe cantilever — a narrower tube than the rungs below it use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA thinner pipe weighs less, and mass at the end of a cantilever is the hardest thing for a groove to move. Output falls to 3.0 mV as a consequence, which is a trade rather than a loss: fewer turns of wire, less to drag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFit, Profile and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich Bodies It Belongs On\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko states it plainly: “Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet and Amethyst use interchangeable stylus replacements,” and adds that “The cartridge bodies are identical with the exception of Amethyst, which uses an enhanced anatomy but remains compatible with the full range of styli.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne consequence is that you can move down as well as up. If a record is rough enough that you would rather not put a fine tip near it, a cheaper assembly from the same group drops straight in for the afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers That Matter at Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn a Moonstone body Sumiko publishes 3.0 mV of output, 12 Hz – 25 kHz, 25 dB of channel separation, channel balance under 1.5 dB and compliance of 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTracking force is 1.8 to 2.2 g, recommended 2.0 g. Check your phono stage before ordering: 3.0 mV is comfortable for most moving magnet inputs but is lower than the 5.0 mV at the bottom of this range, so a stage short of gain will show it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wrBqiP_q9KI\" title=\"How to Replace and\/or Upgrade Your Sumiko Stylus\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/MdC0VSfKVAk\" title=\"Sumiko Moving-Magnet Cartridges in Action — Featuring Amethyst\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the RS Moonstone Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Moonstone is worn\u003c\/strong\u003e — replacing the tip restores it without touching the arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Rainier or Olympia\u003c\/strong\u003e — the styli interchange, so this fits your existing body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want less mass at the tip\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 0.5 mm cantilever against the 0.6 mm used lower down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour phono stage has gain to spare\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3.0 mV is a step down in output from the entry rungs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour cartridge is an Oyster, Pearl or Black Pearl\u003c\/strong\u003e — none of the three belongs to this group, and each takes its own stylus; see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridge-replacement-stylus\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ereplacement styli\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Fit It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cartridge stays on the arm throughout. Hold the fitted assembly by its housing, draw it straight off the front of the body, and press this one on until it seats. Then set tracking force to 2.0 g — geometry has not moved, but mass has.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most Moonstone owners shop alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-force-gauges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus force gauges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — how you set the 2.0 g this one asks for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-cleaning\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — what decides how long the new tip lasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-solutions\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean record is the cheapest stylus insurance there is\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-brushes\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pass before each side keeps grit out of the groove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it fit my cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko lists Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet and Amethyst as sharing interchangeable styli, so any of those bodies takes it. Oyster, Pearl and Black Pearl do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill 3.0 mV be enough for my phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a normal moving magnet output and most stages handle it easily. If yours is a budget built-in stage that already sounds quiet, the 5.0 mV rung will suit it better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat tracking force should I set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSumiko specifies 1.8 to 2.2 g and recommends 2.0 g. Set it with a gauge after fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does a stylus last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround 1,000 hours is the usual figure, though it turns on how clean your records are and how accurately the cartridge is set up. A worn tip damages records, so replace it on schedule rather than by ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, record care, or getting the most from your vinyl? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981172891821,"sku":"NEW-SUMOONS","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/SUMOONS_01-Large__83116.1704384608.1280.1280_5662679a-f924-4b88-8c0f-ac298b2a52df.jpg?v=1778114247"},{"product_id":"primare-cd-35-compact-disc-player-black","title":"Primare CD 35 Compact Disc Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA CD Player You Can Add To Later\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD35 is a pure CD player. It reads discs, converts them and sends the result out. There is no app, no network and no screen to learn, because Primare built this one to do a single job completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat makes it unusual is that the chassis is modular. Primare's SM35 Prisma module can be fitted later, which turns the same machine into a network player with AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNothing else changes when that happens. The disc mechanism and the converter are already the ones Primare uses in the networked version, so the upgrade adds streaming rather than improving the parts that play your discs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Drive and the Converter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism is a TEAC CD-5020-AAT, a drive built for audio rather than adapted from a computer. Conversion runs on a single ESS Sabre ES9028PRO, which is the chip Primare uses at the top of this range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutputs cover both kinds of system. Balanced XLR delivers 4.4 volts RMS from 100 ohms, and unbalanced RCA gives 2.2 volts from 370 ohms. Coaxial and optical digital outputs sit alongside them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cabinet is 430mm wide, 385 deep and 106 tall, and weighs 11kg. That weight is structure rather than decoration: a heavy, braced chassis is how a disc drive is kept still enough to read cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a balanced system\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4.4 volts from the XLR outputs at 100 ohms drives a long balanced cable to a distant amplifier without the level sagging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the disc part done properly first\u003c\/strong\u003e — a TEAC CD-5020-AAT drive and an ES9028PRO converter are the same parts Primare fits to the networked model, so nothing about disc playback is held back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may want streaming one day\u003c\/strong\u003e — the SM35 Prisma module can be added later and brings AirPlay, Chromecast, Bluetooth and Spotify Connect to the machine you already own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a Primare system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the CD35 is sized and styled to sit with the I35 and PRE35, so the stack reads as one design rather than three purchases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want mass where it matters\u003c\/strong\u003e — 11kg of braced cabinet keeps the drive steady, which is the difference between a disc read cleanly and one the error correction has to rescue. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the balanced XLR outputs to your amplifier if it takes them, or the RCA pair if it is single-ended. The ES9028PRO inside handles the conversion either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you would rather use your own converter, take the coaxial or optical digital output to it instead. The disc data leaves the CD35 untouched on that route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD35? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The I35 is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a separates system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR keeps the path balanced — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Support for an 11kg player — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it stream or connect to a network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD35 is a disc player. Streaming comes from adding Primare's SM35 Prisma module, which is designed to be fitted to this chassis later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the Prisma module add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAirPlay, Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and network playback, turning the CD35 into the CD35 Prisma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich drive and converter does it use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA TEAC CD-5020-AAT mechanism and a single ESS Sabre ES9028PRO converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBalanced XLR at 4.4 volts RMS from 100 ohms, unbalanced RCA at 2.2 volts from 370 ohms, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e430mm wide, 385 deep and 106 tall, weighing 11kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor for the original owner, when bought from an authorized dealer with proof of purchase. It is valid in the country of purchase and does not transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePrimare's Terry Medalen introduces the CD35 platform and the optional Prisma module:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WBGAG_jgLew\" title=\"INTRO TO PRIMARE'S CD35 AND DD35 CD PLATFORMS\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, balanced connections, or adding streaming to a system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Primare","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981193535661,"sku":"NEW-PMCD35-BLK","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981193568429,"sku":"DEMO-PMCD35-BLK","price":2998.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PMCD35_BLK_01-Large__00295.1768230643.1280.1280_7daf8c09-fbc3-4e20-a682-4985cc6ca6af.jpg?v=1778144463"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-t2-turntable-walnut-rainier-cartridge","title":"Pro-Ject T2 Turntable - Walnut - Rainier Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn Upgrade Over the T1, Ready for Your Own Phono Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe T2 turntable builds on Pro-Ject's well-regarded T1 design with a larger CNC-machined plinth, a heavier glass platter, and a longer 9-inch tonearm, all aimed at a genuine step up in stability and detail without a built-in phono preamp getting in the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA factory-aligned Sumiko Rainier moving-magnet cartridge comes already mounted and tracking-force-set, and electronic speed switching moves between 33 and 45rpm at the push of a button, with no belt to reposition by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis standard T2 keeps things simple on purpose: no phono preamp and no wireless streaming, just a dedicated analog source built for a system that already has a phono stage covered somewhere else in the chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Bigger Plinth, a Heavier Platter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eZero-Resonance Construction Throughout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CNC-machined plinth has no plastic components and no hollow spaces inside it at all, a deliberate choice meant to eliminate the standing waves and internal resonances that can color playback on cheaper turntables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCompared to the T1, the glass platter is thicker and heavier, and purpose-selected feet isolate the whole turntable from ambient vibration nearby, whether that's footfalls, speakers, or the shelf it's sitting on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Longer Tonearm and a Precision Bearing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe one-piece aluminum tonearm has grown to a 9-inch effective length for improved cartridge geometry, with an integrated headshell and updated low-friction bearings that trade quick cartridge swaps for a stiffer, lower-resonance armtube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnderneath, a newly designed sub-platter rides on an ultra-precise, 0.001mm-tolerance main bearing with a hardened steel axle and brass bushing, driven by a regulated, precision-speed AC motor rather than the unregulated DC motors found on cheaper decks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the T2 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already have a phono preamp you like\u003c\/strong\u003e — this standard T2 skips the built-in electronics entirely, at a lower price than the Super Phono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a cartridge already installed and aligned\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Sumiko Rainier arrives factory-mounted, tracking force included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want push-button speed change\u003c\/strong\u003e — 33 and 45rpm switch electronically, with no belt to move by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a heavier platter and longer tonearm than the T1\u003c\/strong\u003e — both are genuine upgrades built into the T2's larger plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the electronics kept separate\u003c\/strong\u003e — the T2 sends a pure phono signal to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ephono stage\u003c\/a\u003e you prefer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect the included semi-symmetrical, low-capacitance phono cable to a receiver or integrated amp's MM phono input. If your system only has a standard line-level input, add an external phono preamp between the turntable and amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe T2 also uses gold-plated RCA outputs wired symmetrically in its junction box, so upgrading to an MC cartridge or Pro-Ject's Pick it PRO Balanced cartridge, plus a balanced phono stage and cable, unlocks a True Balanced Connection for less noise and greater dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhere the T2 goes from here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — required for this standard model, since none is built in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — with a phono input suited to moving-magnet cartridges, or paired with a separate phono preamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio racks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rigid, level shelf gives the glass platter a stable foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean records sound better and protect the stylus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the T2 have a built-in phono preamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt doesn't. Connect it to an MM phono input, or use a separate phono preamp. The T2 Super Phono is the same turntable with that stage built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cartridge already installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The Sumiko Rainier moving-magnet cartridge is factory-aligned with tracking force already set; you'll still need to complete basic assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I upgrade the cartridge later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The Rainier accepts a Sumiko Olympia, Moonstone, or Wellfleet replacement stylus with a simple swap, no realignment needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's different between the T2 and the T1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe T2 has a larger, heavier plinth, a thicker glass platter, and a longer 9-inch tonearm; the motor and drive system carry over from the T1 largely unchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the tonearm return automatically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt doesn't. The T2 is fully manual, so you lower the stylus at the start of a record and return the tonearm once it's done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA two-year limited manufacturer warranty covers the T2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.55em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;width:100%;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;margin:0 0 1.25em 0;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/z7COizhFXvM\" title=\"Pro-Ject T2 video 1\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;，还有border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;width:100%;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;margin:0 0 1.25em 0;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZYkyPyRQyCM\" title=\"Pro-Ject T2 video 2\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;，还有border:0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, cartridge basics, or choosing a phono preamp? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45981200220333,"sku":"NEW-PRT2-WAL","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRT2-WAL_02_front_dustcover_2025__37944.1755041019.1280.1280_575c209b-67a6-4c1c-87a2-95c93869394f.jpg?v=1778152791"},{"product_id":"kimber-kable-hero-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-xlr-to-xlr-pair","title":"Kimber Kable Hero Interconnect Cable - 1.0 Meter - XLR to XLR - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHero Is Kimber's Four-Wire Braid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber Kable's Hero is the interconnect Kimber built around four conductors instead of three. It sits in Kimber's Ascent Series and has been a reviewer favorite for many years. Like every Kimber cable, it is braided and terminated by hand in Ogden, Utah.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFour 19 AWG Copper Conductors in a Quadratic Braid\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach conductor is 19 AWG VariStrand copper, a bundle of strands in more than one gauge. The four are woven in what Kimber calls a quadratic braid. Kimber says the braid gives wide bandwidth and noise reduction without the use of shielding. Kimber adds that the geometry suits a balanced XLR system, with extra immunity to noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eVirgin FEP Insulation and Hand-Soldered Ends\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKimber insulates each conductor with virgin FEP, a fluorocarbon it applies in single and dual layers. For the balanced cable Kimber publishes 33.1 pF of capacitance and 1.13 µH of inductance per meter. Resistance is 0.081 ohms per meter. The plugs are soldered on by hand under nitrogen, which keeps the joint clean as it cools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe XLR Plug at the End\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHero ends in an XLR plug. Kimber terminates its balanced interconnects with a studio-grade Switchcraft XLR with silver-plated contact pins, and it solders the plug on by hand under nitrogen in Ogden, Utah. The plug latches into the jack and will not pull loose by accident. The silver plating keeps the contact clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e staff, in the 2017 Editors' Choice list published April 6, 2017, wrote that \"Hero's bass lives up to its name, prodigious in amplitude and definition.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJason Kennedy, reviewing for \u003cem\u003ehi-fi+\u003c\/em\u003e on January 17, 2018, found that \"as soon as you drop it into the system the timing comes into focus.\" \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e’s 2026 Recommended Components calls Hero the \"strong, silent type\" among cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want more than a three-wire cable gives\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kimber designed Hero's four-wire braid for wide bandwidth, so the whole range gets through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour sources sit near power supplies\u003c\/strong\u003e — the quadratic braid cancels induced noise along its length, so the shelf stays out of the music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value bass weight\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e singled out Hero's low end for its size and definition, so kick drums land\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a plug that locks\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Switchcraft XLR latches into the jack and its silver-plated pins resist tarnish, so the connection stays put\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour components have only RCA jacks\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Hero XLR is balanced at both ends and will not fit an RCA jack. Choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/kimber-kable-hero-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-ultraplate-black-rca-to-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eKimber Hero RCA\u003c\/a\u003e instead, or call us and we will match the connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the Hero from a balanced XLR output on your DAC, streamer, CD player or phono stage to a balanced XLR input on your preamp or amplifier. Keep left to left and right to right. Line up the pins and push until the latch clicks. Press the latch tab to release the plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen listen. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn interconnect is one link in the chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual input end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DAC output to amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — phono stage to line input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the last link to the speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat XLR connector does Kimber use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA studio-grade Switchcraft XLR with silver-plated contact pins. Kimber names it on its balanced Tonik, PBJ, Silver Streak, Hero HB and Hero AG. Kimber solders it on by hand under nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does VariStrand mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach conductor is made of strands in more than one gauge. Kimber uses this stranding in every interconnect it makes and says the mix of gauges spreads the signal across the bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs Hero shielded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere is no separate shield. Kimber says the four-wire quadratic braid provides the noise reduction, which is why the cable has no outer jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy four conductors instead of three?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHero has four 19 AWG conductors where Kimber's three-wire cables have three. Kimber says the four-wire quadratic braid provides wide bandwidth and noise reduction without shielding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up from the Hero?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/kimber-kable-carbon-ci8-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-xlr-to-xlr-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eKimber Carbon Ci8 XLR\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung. It moves to eight conductors in a counter-opposed helix and adds Kimber's carbon polymer layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudio Advisor looks at the balanced Hero and how Kimber terminates it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mm7bNwYYE3w\" title=\"Kimber Kable Hero Interconnect with XLR'S – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe same Hero braid on the bench, with a close look at the weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/p9tconXVYVI\" title=\"Kimber Kable Hero Interconnect with WBT 0144's – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about interconnects, braided cables, or RCA versus XLR? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kimber Kable","offers":[{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981200744621,"sku":"NEW-KKHEBAL-1-PR-XLXL","price":296.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ Demo","offer_id":45981200777389,"sku":"DEMO-KKHEBAL-1-PR-XLXL","price":237.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/KKHEBAL_XLXL_01_2024__87125.1726163905.1280.1280_90e669ba-7f8b-4bdb-a0af-4a847b6e99ff.jpg?v=1778107250"},{"product_id":"naim-audio-uniti-atom-integrated-streaming-amplifier-with-dac-wi-fi-bluetooth","title":"Naim Audio Uniti Atom Integrated Streaming Amplifier - With DAC, Wi-Fi, \u0026 Bluetooth","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Whole System in One Box, With a Five-Inch Window Into It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Uniti Atom is a streamer, a DAC, a preamplifier and a 40-watt Class AB power amplifier in a single case. Add speakers and you have a system. The front is dominated by a five-inch color screen that shows artwork rather than a row of characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe volume knob senses your hand as it approaches and wakes the display. The remote works on two-way Zigbee radio instead of infrared, so it does not need line of sight. Neither detail changes the sound. Both change how often you reach for your phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStreaming runs over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, and the list is long: AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, internet radio and UPnP. It is Roon Ready. Bluetooth 4.2 covers a phone that is not on your network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIt Will Take Your Television Too\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn HDMI ARC input pulls sound off a TV over the same cable the TV already uses, so a two-channel system can carry film and streaming without a separate receiver. Two optical inputs and a coaxial input handle disc players and set-top boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere is one stereo RCA input for an analog source, plus a USB socket for a drive of your own files. A single RCA output can feed a subwoofer or a power amplifier, and a 3.5mm jack on the front takes headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat It Will Play, and What the Amplifier Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFile support is generous. WAV runs to 32-bit and 384kHz. FLAC, AIFF and ALAC reach 24-bit and 384kHz. DSD64 and DSD128 both play. MP3, AAC and M4A top out at 48kHz and 320kbit, which is all those formats hold anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wired inputs sit lower, as they always do. USB accepts 44.1kHz to 384kHz at 16 or 24 bits. S\/PDIF covers 32kHz to 192kHz, and the coaxial input adds DSD64 over DoP. Optical stops at 24-bit 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe amplifier is rated 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms at 0.1% THD+N, in Class AB. That is a modest number by the standards of the price, and it is the single most important thing to think about before buying one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eForty Watts Means the Speakers Matter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eForty Class AB watts will drive a sensitive standmount pair to satisfying levels in a normal room. It is less comfortable with large, inefficient floorstanders, and reviewers who tried it that way said so. Match it to easy speakers and it repays you in full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo more practical notes. Reviewers report the speaker terminals take banana plugs, so heavy spade-terminated cable may not fit. And the case is 9.6 inches wide by 3.7 high and 10.4 deep, at 15.4 pounds, so it needs no full-width shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRob Boffard scored the Atom 4.8 out of 5 for \u003cem\u003eThe Master Switch\u003c\/em\u003e in March 2020, with an Editor's Choice award. \"Every song we put through it felt bright, lively, and exciting,\" he wrote, \"with details spread out and easily discernible.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Huff of \u003cem\u003eHiFi Huff\u003c\/em\u003e lived with one in June 2020 and found the Naim character intact: \"the sound is rich, full, fluid, even handed, clear and clean, detailed, big and oh so so sweet,\" with \"flowing effortless musical grace.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Integrated Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one box and no separates\u003c\/strong\u003e — streamer, DAC, preamp and power amp, controlled from one app and one remote.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers are efficient standmounts\u003c\/strong\u003e — 40 Class AB watts is a good match for a sensitive pair in a normal room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou use Roon, or you want to\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Atom is Roon Ready, alongside AirPlay 2, Chromecast and Spotify Connect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe television is part of the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI ARC brings TV sound in without adding a receiver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have a turntable or a shelf of analog sources, count the inputs first\u003c\/strong\u003e — there is one stereo RCA input and no phono stage. A turntable needs a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ephono preamplifier\u003c\/a\u003e, and if it takes the only analog input, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/naim-audio-uniti-star-all-in-one-music-streamer\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eUniti Star\u003c\/a\u003e is the model with more of them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeakers go to the binding posts on the back, banana plugs first. Put the Atom on your network over Ethernet or Wi-Fi, then finish setup in the Focal \u0026amp; Naim app, which is also where you sign in to TIDAL, Qobuz and internet radio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television connects over HDMI ARC. A disc player or set-top box goes to optical or coaxial. One analog source takes the stereo RCA input, and a USB drive of your own files plugs in directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you add a subwoofer, it takes the single RCA output on the back. That same output feeds a power amplifier instead, should you decide later that 40 watts is not enough for your speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the Uniti Atom? Here are some good companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sensitive standmount pair is the natural match — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Get those speakers to ear height — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Stands\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The RCA output is there, and the bass will thank you — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker cable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banana-terminated is the safe choice here — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does the Uniti Atom deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e40 watts per channel into 8 ohms at 0.1% THD+N, from a Class AB output stage. Pair it with efficient speakers rather than large, hard-to-drive floorstanders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs this the same as the Uniti Atom Headphone Edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe difference between them is large. This model drives loudspeakers. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/naim-audio-uniti-atom-headphone-edition\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Edition\u003c\/a\u003e has no speaker outputs at all — it is built around a discrete headphone amplifier with balanced connections instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThrough a separate phono preamplifier. Bear in mind that the pair will occupy the Atom's only analog connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich services and protocols does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Qobuz, internet radio and UPnP, plus Bluetooth 4.2. It is Roon Ready and works in a Naim multiroom system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the highest resolution it will play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV up to 32-bit 384kHz, and FLAC, AIFF or ALAC up to 24-bit 384kHz, plus DSD64 and DSD128. Over USB that becomes 384kHz at 16 or 24 bits; S\/PDIF reaches 192kHz and optical 96kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat comes in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Atom, the Zigbee remote control, and a Naim PowerLine Lite mains cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Atom as a complete streaming system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KdXkSeDn-Zs\" title=\"BEST MUSIC STREAMING PLAYER! Naim Uniti Atom Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDigital Trends walks around the hardware and the interface:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qlbQsqyAwtQ\" title=\"Naim Uniti Atom Amplifier - Hands On Review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about streaming amplifiers, matching speakers to an amplifier, or adding a subwoofer to a two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Naim Audio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981203824813,"sku":"NEW-NMUNATOM","price":3799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981203857581,"sku":"DEMO-NMUNATOM","price":2999.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NMUNATOM_01-Large__38181.1713359842.1280.1280_fec0e1b0-571d-4662-b254-b96fe9cafd90.jpg?v=1778114651"},{"product_id":"audioquest-evergreen-interconnect-cable-1-5-meter-3-5mm-to-rca","title":"AudioQuest Evergreen Interconnect Cable - 1.5 Meter - 3.5mm to RCA","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEvergreen Is the Entry Point to AudioQuest's 3.5mm-to-RCA Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 3.5mm-to-RCA interconnect lets a source built around a small headphone-style jack — a phone, portable player, or compact streamer — feed a stereo system's RCA inputs directly, with no separate adapter in the signal path. What separates a premium cable from a bargain one is conductor quality and shielding against outside noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's Evergreen is the first rung of its 3.5mm-to-RCA interconnect line, built around solid Long-Grain Copper conductors, Foamed-Polyethylene insulation and Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation, at the most accessible price in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSolid Long-Grain Copper Conductors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest says Long-Grain Copper (LGC) conductors minimize distortion caused by grain boundaries, and that solid conductors avoid the strand-to-strand contact that causes dynamic distortion in stranded cable. Evergreen's Asymmetrical Double-Balanced Geometry is purpose-built for this kind of single-ended, source-to-amp connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMetal-Layer Noise-Dissipation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation efficiently dissipates high-frequency noise, the company says, by absorbing and reflecting most RFI before it reaches the cable's ground layer. Foamed-Polyethylene insulation's high air content minimizes energy absorption for a clearer, more open sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEvergreen ends in a 3.5mm mini plug on the source side and a stereo pair of RCA plugs on the amplifier side, both cold-welded and gold-plated rather than soldered — AudioQuest's high-pressure, solder-free termination method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are upgrading from the cable that came in the box\u003c\/strong\u003e — Evergreen is AudioQuest's entry point, built around solid Long-Grain Copper at the lowest price in its 3.5mm-to-RCA range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour source has only a 3.5mm output and your amplifier only takes RCA\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is exactly the mismatch Evergreen is built to bridge, with no separate adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want direction-controlled, gold-plated terminations at an accessible price\u003c\/strong\u003e — that construction starts here, at Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are connecting a phone, portable player, or compact streamer to a desktop amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the short, single-ended run Evergreen's geometry is built for\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour source also uses RCA outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003echeck your source's actual output jack\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering; this cable only fits a 3.5mm jack on the source end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlug the 3.5mm end into your source's headphone or line-out jack, and the two RCA plugs into the matching RCA inputs on your amplifier or receiver, matching red to red and white\/black to white\/black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen power up the system as usual. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 3.5mm-to-RCA interconnect is one link between a source and an amplifier or receiver. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — many portable and desktop streamers use a 3.5mm output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a common source for a 3.5mm line-level feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — some compact DACs use a 3.5mm output instead of RCA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual destination for the RCA end of this cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy does this cable have a 3.5mm plug on one end and RCA plugs on the other?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMany portable players, phones, and compact streaming devices only offer a single 3.5mm headphone-style output, while most home amplifiers and receivers expect a stereo pair of RCA inputs; this cable bridges that one mismatch without an extra adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes direction matter when I connect this cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest controls the directional grain structure of its conductors so induced noise drains away from the circuits it would otherwise disturb; where AudioQuest marks a direction on the cable, connect it running from source toward amplifier as marked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs Evergreen balanced or unbalanced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnbalanced. This is a standard single-ended connection on both ends, not a balanced connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-tower-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-3-5mm-to-rca\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Tower\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung, using the same core Long-Grain Copper and Metal-Layer construction at a step up in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about interconnect cables, system setup, or matching your gear? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47391566790829,"sku":"NEW-AQEV-1.5-35RC","price":109.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":47388946202797,"sku":"OPEN-AQEV-1.5-35RC","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AQEV33_35RC_01_2023__41353.1728589124.1280.1280_fd232ddd-da8f-465a-abac-2796bb3d56c2.jpg?v=1778122938"},{"product_id":"nad-c-700-v2-bluos-streaming-amplifier","title":"NAD C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 720px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 32px 24px 48px 24px; background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 0 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eA Stereo Amplifier That Can Become 4.1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe C 700 V2 is a BluOS streaming amplifier with an unusual trick. Its HDMI eARC input accepts Dolby Digital. From there it can send audio wirelessly to rear speakers and to a subwoofer. Very few stereo amplifiers can do that at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe amplifier itself is NAD's HybridDigital UcD platform, rated above 80 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 100 watts into 4 ohms. IHF dynamic power reaches 100 watts into 8 ohms and 125 into 4. NAD has used this platform for many years now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eThe Second Line Input Became a Phono Stage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eVersion two makes a deliberate trade. Where the original C 700 had two RCA line inputs, this one keeps a single line input and turns the other into a moving-magnet phono stage for a turntable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe rest is generous. Digital inputs, HDMI eARC, a USB Type-A port for storage, a subwoofer output, Gigabit Ethernet, and two-way aptX HD Bluetooth that sends audio out to wireless headphones as readily as it receives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Changed Around the BluOS Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBluOS is unchanged and still excellent, handling hi-res playback to 24-bit\/192kHz with MQA decoding and multi-room across a whole house. What NAD reworked for version two is everything surrounding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThe measurements are quiet for a compact chassis. Distortion stays below 0.04% from a quarter watt to 90 watts. Channel separation exceeds 93dB at 1kHz, and frequency response holds within 0.18dB from 20Hz to 20kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhere Dirac Fits In\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDirac Live room correction is supported, though the license and measurement microphone are sold separately rather than included. If your room is difficult, that upgrade path is there when you want it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eA five-inch color display shows album artwork, and signal-to-noise measures better than 84dB A-weighted with a damping factor above 90. The chassis is 218 by 96 by 266mm and weighs 4.8kg. That is 10.6 pounds, small enough to sit on a desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEd Selley reviewed the C 700 V2 for \u003cem\u003eAVForums\u003c\/em\u003e on December 23, 2024, scoring it 10 out of 10 and calling it \"an easy Best in Class.\" He wrote that it \"takes everything that the original C 700 did so well, loses none of that brilliance\" and polishes the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDennis Burger reviewed it for \u003cem\u003eSoundStage! Access\u003c\/em\u003e on July 1, 2025. He concluded that \"there's a lot to love about the C 700 V2,\" and singled out how NAD manages to offer \"so many meaningfully different experiences\" across its range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBoth landed on the same reservation, and it is worth knowing. Selley found the \"Phono stage gain is smidge low\" and the remote \"isn't as useful as you think it is.\" If vinyl is your main source, plan on a hotter cartridge or an outboard stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho Is This Streaming Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want your TV and your music on one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI eARC takes Dolby Digital, and BluOS handles everything else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou might want surround later\u003c\/strong\u003e — rear speakers and a subwoofer can be added wirelessly for a 4.1 setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou stream across the house\u003c\/strong\u003e — BluOS multi-room, hi-res to 24-bit\/192kHz, with MQA decoding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou use wireless headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — two-way aptX HD Bluetooth transmits as well as receives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play records\u003c\/strong\u003e — the moving-magnet phono input is built in, so a turntable connects without another box on the shelf. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eturntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eSpeakers go to the binding posts and a turntable to the moving-magnet phono input. HDMI eARC brings in the television, and the remaining line and digital inputs cover your other sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eEthernet or Wi-Fi joins the network for BluOS. A subwoofer output handles low end, a USB Type-A port takes a drive full of files, and Bluetooth pairs both ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eThen the five-inch screen shows you what is playing, and you stop looking for the remote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the C 700 V2? Here are some good companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e An efficient standmount pair suits its 80 watts — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubwoofer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dedicated output extends the low end, or joins a 4.1 setup — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eSubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MM phono input is built in — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-way Bluetooth sends audio straight to wireless pairs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHow much power does the NAD C 700 V2 deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eMore than 80 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 100 watts into 4 ohms, with IHF dynamic power of 100 watts into 8 ohms and 125 into 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCan it really drive surround speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. Fed Dolby Digital over HDMI eARC, it can send audio wirelessly to rear speakers and a subwoofer for a 4.1 system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eIs Dirac Live included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eDirac Live room correction is supported, but the licence and the measurement microphone are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes it have a phono input?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes, a moving-magnet stage. Version two converted one of the original's two line inputs into it, so there is now one line input and one phono.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDoes Bluetooth work in both directions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eYes. It receives from a phone and transmits to wireless headphones, using aptX HD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does it carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eNAD covers the C 700 V2 with a 2-year parts and labor warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eNAD Electronics introduces the C 700 V2 and walks through what it does:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/khpF3bA8Zr8\" title=\"NAD Electronics - C 700 V2 BluOS Streaming Amplifier\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eOur own team compares the C 700 V2 against the Masters Series M10 V3:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/V1BDOXatU4k\" title=\"NAD C 700v2 vs. M10v3 – Which Streaming Amplifier Is Right for You?\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; padding-left: 1.4em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about streaming amplifiers, room correction, or connecting a TV to a stereo? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color: #8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NAD Electronics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981501751469,"sku":"NEW-NAC700V2","price":1999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981501784237,"sku":"DEMO-NAC700V2","price":1599.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NAC700V2_01_angle_2025__79671.1742483151.1280.1280_7e39ba46-4938-4312-8088-327afd86003f.jpg?v=1778162109"},{"product_id":"marantz-cd6007-single-disc-cd-player","title":"Marantz CD6007 Single Disc CD Player","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Marantz Circuit at the Bottom of the Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD6007 is where Marantz's house engineering starts. It carries the same discrete output modules the company puts in players costing several times more, in a slim chassis built for a normal shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThose modules are the point. An HDAM handles the low-pass filter and an HDAM SA2 buffers the output, replacing the op-amps most players use at this level. Marantz builds them rather than buying them in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion is a multi-bit Delta-Sigma design. Distortion measures 0.002%, signal-to-noise reaches 110dB and dynamic range 100dB, with frequency response running from 2Hz to 20kHz. Those are solid figures for a player of this size and price, and they hold across the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA USB Port and a Real Headphone Output\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front USB-A port plays WAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF and DSD files as well as MP3, AAC and WMA. A drive full of music becomes a source without adding a box or an account to the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe headphone output runs through an HDAM-SA2 buffer with its own volume control and three gain settings. That is unusual at this price, where a headphone jack is normally wired straight off the line stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGold-plated analog RCA outputs sit at the back with coaxial and optical digital outputs beside them. The case is 17.3 inches wide, 13.3 deep and 4.1 tall, and weighs 14.3 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This CD Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Marantz engineering at the entry price\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDAM and HDAM SA2 discrete modules are the same family used further up the range, so the character carries down rather than being approximated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones\u003c\/strong\u003e — a buffered output with its own volume and three gain settings means a proper pair works here, not just earbuds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have files as well as discs\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays FLAC, ALAC, AIFF, WAV and DSD from a drive, all through the player's own converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour shelf is shallow\u003c\/strong\u003e — a slimline chassis at 4.1 inches tall fits where a full-size player will not, without giving up the output stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may add a converter later\u003c\/strong\u003e — coaxial and optical digital outputs are both fitted, so the CD6007 becomes a transport whenever you want. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the gold-plated RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier. The converter and the HDAM output stage inside do the work from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf you own a DAC, take coaxial or optical to it instead. Headphones plug into the front, and a USB drive goes in beside them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD6007? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The PM6007 is its matching partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The buffered output deserves a good pair — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat are HDAM modules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMarantz's own discrete circuit blocks, built in place of standard op-amps. The CD6007 uses an HDAM for filtering and an HDAM SA2 to buffer the output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, FLAC, ALAC, AIFF and DSD files, plus MP3, AAC and WMA, from a drive in the front-panel socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does it measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e0.002% distortion, 110dB signal-to-noise, 100dB dynamic range, and 2Hz to 20kHz frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the headphone output any good?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt runs through an HDAM-SA2 buffer with its own volume control and three gain settings, rather than being taken straight off the line stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat outputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGold-plated analog RCA, plus coaxial and optical digital outputs for an external converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e17.3 by 13.3 by 4.1 inches and 14.3 pounds. Three years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eWitczak Audio reviews the CD6007:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uG2wrzwNfhk\" title=\"Marantz CD6007 CD Player review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD players, playing files from USB, or matching headphones? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marantz","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981561651373,"sku":"NEW-MACD6007","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MACD6007_01-Large__78140.1730919024.1280.1280_8ee3a407-e47c-44a5-9a97-ebb02c23d761.jpg?v=1778153378"},{"product_id":"audioshield-as700-dust-cover-for-shinola-runwell","title":"AudioShield AS700 Dust Cover for Shinola Runwell","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe AudioShield Runwell Cover — Engineered Around One Turntable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tabletop acrylic dust cover made for the Shinola Runwell, and for nothing else. Where the rest of AudioShield's range covers a family of VPI decks, this one was engineered to fit a single turntable — which is why it has features the others do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Runwell is an unusual object: a heavy, watch-brand turntable meant to be looked at. A cover for it has to protect the deck without hiding it, and has to come off often enough that handling matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Makes This One Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCutouts and Hand Holds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere are cutouts in the back of the cover for the power cable and the interconnects, so the cover sits down properly with the turntable wired rather than propped up on its own cabling. That is a specific solution to a specific deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere are also hand holds on each side. On a cover you lift on and off every listening session, somewhere to actually grip is the difference between a clean lift and a fingerprinted panel — or a dropped one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTabletop, Not Hinged\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt stands on the shelf around the turntable rather than attaching to it. Nothing is bolted to the Runwell, nothing adds mass to the plinth, and a knock on the cover travels into the furniture instead of the arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDimensions and Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Has to Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cover measures 20 by 15 by 8.5 inches. Because it rests on the surface, the footprint has to suit your shelf and the height has to clear the tonearm at its highest point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioShield builds it in the United States and warrants it against defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days from the date of purchase from the original retailer. The turntable is not included, which their own listing is careful to say.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Runwell Cover Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Shinola Runwell\u003c\/strong\u003e — this cover was engineered for that turntable specifically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour turntable is on display\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Runwell usually is, and clear acrylic keeps it visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the cables to stay put\u003c\/strong\u003e — the rear cutouts let the cover seat with everything connected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou lift the cover often\u003c\/strong\u003e — hand holds on both sides are there for exactly that\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a VPI\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Scout, Classic and Prime families have their own covers, listed in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/dustcovers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edustcovers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Use It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFeed the cables through the rear cutouts as you lower it, then let it settle onto the shelf. Lift it by the hand holds rather than the panels — that is what keeps acrylic clear and unmarked over the years you will own it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most Runwell owners keep alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-brushes\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pass before each side, whatever the cover does\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-cleaning\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — for the dust that reaches the stylus anyway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-cartridges\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono cartridges\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — what a cover is ultimately protecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-mats\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord mats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — mat thickness affects the clearance under a cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it fit my turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is engineered for the Shinola Runwell. It is not a general-purpose cover and will not suit another deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I leave my cables connected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes — there are cutouts in the back for power and interconnect cables, so the cover seats properly with the turntable wired up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much room does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e20 by 15 by 8.5 inches. It stands on the shelf, so measure the surface around the turntable rather than the turntable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIn the United States, like the rest of the AudioShield range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does it carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNinety days against defects in materials and workmanship, from the date of purchase from the original retailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, record care, or getting the most from your vinyl? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AudioShield","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47238439960749,"sku":"NEW-AVAS700","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":47249345347757,"sku":"DEMO-AVAS700","price":248.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AVAS700_1-Large__75619.1727947392.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778133536"},{"product_id":"dynaudio-emit-25c-center-channel-speaker-white","title":"Dynaudio Emit 25C Center Channel Speaker - White","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Dynaudio's Emit 25C center channel speaker gets it right. It's essentially an Emit 30 speaker turned on its side, with the mid\/bass drivers placed on either side of the tweeter.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":513,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"12\":0}'\u003eDynaudio's Emit 25C center channel speaker gets it right. It's essentially an Emit 30 speaker turned on its side, with the mid\/bass drivers placed on either side of the tweeter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DYNAUDIO","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981595664557,"sku":"NEW-DYEMIT25C-WHT","price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981595697325,"sku":"DEMO-DYEMIT25C-WHT","price":566.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/DYEMIT25C_WHT_01-Large__52240.1765484248.1280.1280_ce77331b-8f58-495b-9598-1330a4d37ff3.jpg?v=1778107201"},{"product_id":"analysis-plus-black-oval-12-bi-wire-speaker-cable-5-foot-banana-to-banana-single","title":"Analysis Plus Black Oval 12 Bi-Wire Speaker Cable - 5 Foot - Banana to Banana - Single","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBlack Oval 12 Brings Analysis Plus's Hollow Oval to Everyday Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalysis Plus calls the Black Oval 12 its best value in a high-end speaker cable. It uses the same patented hollow oval design as the company's Oval 9, sized down to 12-gauge oxygen-free copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cable measures 11mm by 7mm, flat enough to run along a baseboard without drawing the eye. Analysis Plus builds its cables by hand in Flushing, Michigan. It terminates Black Oval 12 with banana or spade connectors, and offers a bi-wire version too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the Middle of the Wire Is Empty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt higher frequencies, current crowds toward the outer surface of a wire, Analysis Plus explains. The center carries little of the signal there, so the company leaves it out. A hollow conductor, it says, keeps resistance steadier as frequency rises, so current flows more evenly across the audio range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Woven Oval, Not a Round Bundle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalysis Plus weaves its Oval cables so every strand sits, on average, as close to the return current as any other. The company says the oval shape cuts current bunching, also called proximity effect. It adds that a woven build resists the cracks that constant flexing can cause in solid cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Connectors on Each Listing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMost Black Oval 12 listings we carry use bananas, spades, or one of each. A few use pins or barrier spades. Analysis Plus says its barrier spade fits some older McIntosh amplifiers. Each listing's title names the connector at each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eColin Smith reviewed Black Oval 12 for \u003cem\u003eGoodSound!\u003c\/em\u003e on March 15, 2010. He found that \"these inexpensive cables were doing a fine job of letting signals pass through them without altering them to any great degree.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eSoundStage!\u003c\/em\u003e Network's 2010 Equipment Buying Guide named Black Oval 12 a Reviewers Choice and a Great Buy, in a listing shared with Analysis Plus's Micro Copper Oval-In interconnect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Speaker Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the hollow oval design without going to a 9-gauge cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — Black Oval 12 uses the same patented geometry as the Oval 9 in a slimmer 12-gauge size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour cable runs along a wall or baseboard\u003c\/strong\u003e — the 11mm by 7mm flat profile tucks out of the way instead of drawing the eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers have two pairs of binding posts\u003c\/strong\u003e — bi-wire versions let one run from the amplifier feed both pairs of posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own an older McIntosh amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — barrier-spade versions fit terminals that ordinary spades will not\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers have one pair of binding posts\u003c\/strong\u003e — order a standard listing, not a bi-wire one. Bi-wire versions need two pairs of posts on each speaker, so the standard cable is your fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect one end to your amplifier's speaker outputs and the other to your speaker's binding posts, red to red and black to black. Do the same for the second speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMeasure the Route, Then Add a Little Slack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable is cut for one room. Measure the path the cable will really take, around furniture and along the baseboard. Then add a little slack. As Cardas puts it, \"A cable that's just long enough usually turns out to be just not long enough.\" Keep the left and right runs the same length, as Cardas recommends, even when one speaker sits closer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpades, Bananas, or Bare Wire?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpades clamp under a binding post and hold tight. Bananas push straight in, so they connect fastest. Bare wire fits almost anything, but we suggest avoiding it. Bare copper oxidizes quickly, and Cardas notes that copper oxide is not a good conductor. If you use bare wire, re-strip the ends when the copper darkens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Bi-Wire Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA bi-wire cable has four connectors at the speaker end instead of two. It is made for speakers with two pairs of binding posts. Your speaker's manual shows which links to remove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNeed a length or connector you don't see listed? Call us, and we can have it made for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTighten the connections, power up, and play something you know well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhen Is It Time to Upgrade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable often stays put for years, so it tends to be the last thing upgraded. Look again when something else changes. Moving from bookshelf speakers to floorstanders is the big one. In our experience, about nine in ten people who make that move keep their old speaker cable. A stronger amplifier, a longer run, or darkened ends are the other signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA speaker cable joins your amplifier to your speakers. These are the categories on either end of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the best time to rethink your speaker cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the speaker end in a smaller room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amplifier end in most stereo systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amplifier end when you run separates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes Black Oval 12 come with connectors attached?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Every Black Oval 12 listing we carry comes ready to connect. Its title names what is on each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat gauge is Black Oval 12?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is 12-gauge. Analysis Plus builds it from 12-gauge oxygen-free copper in its patented hollow oval shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill the barrier spades fit my amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThey are made for screw terminals. Analysis Plus says its barrier spade fits some older McIntosh amplifiers, with an opening for screws up to 0.19 inch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich end goes to the amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIf the ends are marked for amplifier and speaker, connect them that way. If they are not marked, either end can go to either component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/analysis-plus-black-mesh-oval-9-speaker-cable-8-foot-banana-to-banana-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAnalysis Plus Black Mesh Oval 9\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step up. It is a massive 9-gauge cable that Analysis Plus says can handle deep bass notes played at high volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker cables, speaker placement, or matching an amplifier to your speakers? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Analysis Plus","offers":[{"title":"5.0 Foot \/ Banana to Banana \/ Single \/ New","offer_id":45981597499565,"sku":"NEW-ANBIOV12-5.0FT-BANBAN-SIN","price":188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.0 Foot \/ Banana to Banana \/ Single \/ Demo","offer_id":45981597532333,"sku":"DEMO-ANBIOV12-5.0FT-BANBAN-SIN","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/ANA12_000-LARGE__23148.1725388651.1280.1280_9bf09f89-2122-4774-8f22-c8bba28a16d2.jpg?v=1778105299"},{"product_id":"rega-smoked-dustcover-for-the-planar-6-planar-1-walnut-planar-1-walnut-and-planar-2-walnut","title":"Rega Smoked Dustcover for the Planar 6 - Planar 1 Walnut - Planar 1+ Walnut and Planar 2 Walnut","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Rega Smoked Dustcover — Planar 6 and the Walnut Finishes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA tinted acrylic dust cover made by Rega, sold singly, for the Planar 6 and for the walnut versions of the Planar 1, Planar 1 Plus and Planar 2. The smoked finish is the point: it was chosen to sit with those decks rather than disappear against them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRega manufactures this one, so it fits the same part your turntable shipped with rather than approximating it. A cover cut to within a few millimetres of a plinth is a cover that rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFit and Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich Turntables\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt fits the Planar 6, and the walnut Planar 1, Planar 1 Plus and Planar 2. The finish is what ties that group together — a smoked cover reads as deliberate over walnut, where a clear one reads as an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Smoked Rather Than Clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTinted acrylic cuts the amount of light reaching the record and the plinth, which matters if the turntable sits near a window. It also hides dust on the cover itself, which is where dust lands once you have one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Cover Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Planar 6\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the four decks Rega lists for this cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour Planar 1, 1 Plus or 2 is the walnut finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — the smoked cover was matched to it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour turntable gets direct sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e — tinted acrylic cuts what reaches the plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour original went missing or broke\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is Rega's own part, not an approximation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a clear cover instead\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rega makes those for other models, in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/dustcovers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edustcovers\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Fit It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlace it over the turntable; there is nothing to attach. Lift it straight up and off rather than sliding it, and set it somewhere it will not get knocked — acrylic scratches more easily than glass and does not polish out as forgivingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most Rega owners keep alongside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-brushes\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a pass before each side, whatever the cover does\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stylus-cleaning\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStylus cleaning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — for the dust that reaches the stylus anyway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-mats\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord mats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — mat thickness affects the clearance under a cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/dustcovers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDustcovers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the rest of the range, by turntable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it fit my turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRega lists the Planar 6 and the walnut Planar 1, Planar 1 Plus and Planar 2. Other Regas take their own covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne, sold singly. It is a fitting rather than something that wears out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the tint affect anything but looks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt reduces the light reaching the turntable, which is useful near a window, and it hides dust settling on the cover itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about turntable setup, record care, or getting the most from your vinyl? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rega","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981648617645,"sku":"NEW-REPLSDC","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981648650413,"sku":"DEMO-REPLSDC","price":124.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/REPLSDC_01_front_down_2025__81207.1750861384.1280.1280_f5fd7083-dccd-491e-96ac-cf8071e89774.jpg?v=1778162809"},{"product_id":"hifiman-ananda-unveiled-planar-headphones","title":"HiFiMan Ananda Unveiled Planar Headphones","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNothing Between the Driver and Your Ear\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HiFiMan Ananda Unveiled is an open-back planar magnetic headphone that removes the protective grille most headphones place over their drivers entirely, a design HiFiMan calls Unveiled, brought down from its flagship SUSVARA Unveiled into the Ananda line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA second-generation NEO Supernano Diaphragm, roughly 60% thinner than the diaphragm in the previous Ananda, sits behind that open driver, paired with enhanced rare-earth-free magnets engineered to match traditional magnet performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 22 ohms and 93dB sensitivity, the Ananda Unveiled produces sound from a phone or laptop, though every reviewer who's tested it recommends a dedicated headphone amplifier to hear what the driver can really do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Unveiled Design Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNo Grille, No Reflected Sound Waves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA conventional grille protects the driver but also reflects some sound waves back into the diaphragm, subtly coloring the result. Removing it entirely, as HiFiMan's own Unveiled design does, lets the driver move without that interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBecause the driver sits fully exposed, HiFiMan includes a pair of magnetic protective veils that snap on when the headphones aren't in use, keeping dust and small metal objects away from the open magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Thinner Diaphragm, Built for Speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe second-generation NEO Supernano Diaphragm is roughly 60% thinner than the diaphragm in the previous Ananda, and less mass for the magnets to move means faster response to complex, layered recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA redesigned composite headband with a suspended strap and rotatable hinges keeps the 449-gram headphone stable and comfortable, with several reviewers noting reduced clamping force compared to earlier Ananda models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMajor HiFi praised the soundstage as matching HiFiMan's much more expensive HE1000 Unveiled and Arya Unveiled, calling it one of the best options for spatial imaging at its price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonics found the midrange and vocal presentation \"beautifully rendered,\" calling the Ananda Unveiled a \"fantastic buy\" that performs close to higher-tier HiFiMan models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot every reviewer agreed on the treble: Headphones.com's Resolve flagged a sharp peak in the 7-9kHz range as fatiguing over long sessions, noting HiFiMan's pricier Unveiled models tune it more smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Ananda Unveiled Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want HiFiMan's grille-less design without the flagship price:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unveiled technology debuted on the SUSVARA and now reaches the Ananda tier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value a wide, spacious soundstage:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers compared it favorably against far pricier Unveiled models on this specific point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own (or plan to add) a headphone amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently found it rewards better source gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a quiet listening space:\u003c\/strong\u003e the open-back, grille-less design leaks sound in both directions and needs careful handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're sensitive to bright treble:\u003c\/strong\u003e some reviewers flagged a 7-9kHz peak as fatiguing, so an audition is worth the trip before buying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA detachable 1.5-meter crystalline copper cable connects via dual 3.5mm plugs at the earcups and terminates in a 3.5mm right-angle plug, with a 6.35mm adapter included for desktop headphone amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe standard 3.5mm earcup connectors accept aftermarket balanced cables (4.4mm or 4-pin XLR) if your amplifier supports a balanced connection, the same upgrade path used across most of HiFiMan's lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around an Ananda Unveiled:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — every review of this driver points to a real, audible benefit from good amplification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a balanced upgrade cable is a simple drop-in with the standard 3.5mm connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a dedicated streamer feeds your amp with better source material than a phone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does \"Unveiled\" actually mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFiMan removed the grille that normally covers the driver. Without it, sound waves don't reflect back into the diaphragm, which reduces a subtle source of distortion and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need the magnetic veils?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFiMan recommends it. With no grille protecting the exposed magnets, small metal objects like paper clips can be drawn in — the included veils snap on for storage between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou can get sound from a phone at 22 ohms and 93dB sensitivity, but reviewers consistently recommend a dedicated amplifier or DAC\/amp combo to reach the Ananda Unveiled's full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does this compare to the Arya Unveiled or HE1000 Unveiled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Ananda Unveiled is HiFiMan's most affordable Unveiled model. Reviewers found its soundstage comes remarkably close to those pricier models, though the Arya and HE1000 Unveiled tune their treble more smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the treble too bright?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOpinions genuinely differ. Some reviewers describe it as sparkly but controlled; others flagged a specific 7-9kHz peak as fatiguing on long sessions. Trying a pair yourself is the only way to know for your ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre these suitable for commuting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThey aren't. Open-back headphones leak sound freely both ways, and the exposed driver is more delicate than a typical closed-back design — reserve these for home or studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents HiFiMAN Ananda Unveiled Tested With In-Ear Mics!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jDiXf-HaroI\" title=\"HiFiMAN Ananda Unveiled Tested With In-Ear Mics!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents Testing ALL Hifiman's new Headphones! - HE600, Edition XV, Ananda Unveiled \u0026amp; Audivina LE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e4sjZeEJR60\" title=\"Testing ALL Hifiman's new Headphones! - HE600, Edition XV, Ananda Unveiled \u0026amp; Audivina LE\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"HiFiMan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981698293933,"sku":"NEW-HMANADAU","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981698326701,"sku":"DEMO-HMANADAU","price":444.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HMANADAU_01_angle_2026__45936.1775258361.1280.1280_4260385f-43b4-4202-ae0f-72bae442dea2.jpg?v=1778167094"},{"product_id":"rel-acoustics-s-850-premium-wood-grille-black-trim","title":"REL Acoustics S\/850 Premium Wood Grille - Black Trim","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eA Finishing Touch of Elegance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eThe REL Acoustics S\/850 Wood Grille transforms your subwoofer from a bold statement in technology to a refined piece of furniture. Designed with the same meticulous attention to detail as the subwoofer itself, this grille blends seamlessly into your living space, adding warmth and sophistication without compromising performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eCrafted to Complement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eBuilt exclusively for the S\/850, the wood grille is precision engineered to fit perfectly, giving your subwoofer a natural, upscale aesthetic. Its finely finished surface highlights the craftsmanship REL is known for, while its acoustically transparent design ensures that nothing stands in the way of pure, uncolored bass performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1194\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eBeauty with Purpose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eUnlike standard grilles, the S\/850 Wood Grille is more than cosmetic. Its materials are carefully selected to maintain transparency, preserving the speed, control, and integration that make the S\/850 such a musical powerhouse. This ensures that while your subwoofer looks elegantly dressed, it continues to sound every bit as commanding and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eSimple, Seamless Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eInstallation is straightforward, with secure mounting that keeps the grille firmly in place while allowing easy removal if you prefer a more technical, exposed look. Tailored exclusively for the S\/850, it’s a perfect fit for any environment—whether in a modern home theater or a traditional living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eDesigned for Lifestyle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003eThe S\/850 Wood Grille is ideal for listeners who value design as much as performance. 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headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA mahogany wood veneer ring surrounds each earcup, a visual departure from the all-black Arya Stealth, while HiFiMan's Window Shade grille still protects the driver without sealing off the open-back design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSoundnews called the Arya Organic a successful launch that improves dynamics, liveliness, and bass presence over previous Arya models, noting its resolution rivals headphones costing several times more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonics praised the improved clarity and refined tuning compared to earlier Arya iterations, noting added definition and a punchier low end than the models that came before it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Arya Organic Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want flagship-derived detail without the flagship price:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stealth Magnets and the nanometer diaphragm come straight from HiFiMan's SUSVARA lineage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou prefer a warm, musical sound over an analytical one:\u003c\/strong\u003e HiFiMan specifically tuned the Organic to be more engaging than earlier Arya revisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a quality headphone amplifier or DAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently found the Organic rewards good source equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a quiet home listening environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e the open-back design leaks sound in both directions, so it's best away from shared spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the driver protected\u003c\/strong\u003e — Arya Organic keeps the Window Shade grille in place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA detachable crystalline copper cable connects via dual 3.5mm plugs angled at 10 degrees at each earcup, terminating in a 6.35mm plug sized for a desktop headphone amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBecause the earcup connectors are standard 3.5mm, an aftermarket balanced cable (4-pin XLR or 4.4mm Pentaconn) drops in easily if your amplifier supports a balanced connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around an Arya Organic:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — unlocks the dynamics and control the Arya Organic is capable of\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a balanced upgrade cable is a simple drop-in with the standard 3.5mm connectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot between listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier for the Arya Organic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly, but it's strongly recommended. At 16 ohms, the Organic is easier to drive than earlier Arya models, though reviewers consistently note it rewards a dedicated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Arya Stealth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth share Stealth Magnets and the nanometer diaphragm, but the Organic's impedance is halved to 16 ohms, its tuning is warmer, and it adds the mahogany veneer accent the Stealth doesn't have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does open-back mean for everyday use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home or studio listening, not a commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use a balanced cable with the Arya Organic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The standard 3.5mm earcup connectors accept aftermarket cables terminated in 4-pin XLR or 4.4mm Pentaconn for a balanced connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the earpads replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The hybrid earpads are user-replaceable and are a wear item, typically needing replacement after a year or two of regular daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it include a carrying case or balanced cable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt doesn't. The box includes the headphone, the stock single-ended cable, a foam stand, and a user guide — a case and balanced cable are both sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents Arya Organic: What's actually happening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o8FI1_pf-lA\" title=\"Arya Organic: What's actually happening\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents These HiFiMan price cuts are crazy! Edition XS, Ananda, and Arya now much more affordable prices!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Tkvf6L2_2cI\" title=\"These HiFiMan price cuts are crazy! Edition XS, Ananda, and Arya now much more affordable prices!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about planar magnetic headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from an open-back design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HiFiMan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981709435053,"sku":"NEW-HMARYAO","price":769.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HMARYAO_01_angle_left_2026__81121.1775258745.1280.1280_236fe685-e1f4-4ae2-b7e1-bcf4c929cbfb.jpg?v=1778167109"},{"product_id":"hifiman-edition-xs-headphones","title":"HiFiMan Edition XS Headphones","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Detailed, Analytical Take on HiFiMan's Open-Back Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HiFiMan Edition XS is an open-back planar magnetic headphone built around Stealth Magnet technology and a NEO Supernano Diaphragm, a major upgrade over the original Edition X that came before it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFiMan founder Dr. Fang Bian has described the Edition X as \"one of our biggest successes,\" and built the Edition XS specifically to bring demonstrable sonic improvements to that foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Edition XS produces a wide, natural soundstage with a more detail-forward, analytical character than HiFiMan's warmer Edition XV, at a genuinely accessible price point for exactly what this particular driver actually delivers in return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere Stealth Magnets Earn Their Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Magnet Array Tuned to Get Out of the Way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnlike a conventional magnet, HiFiMan's Stealth Magnets are specially shaped to let sound waves pass through without generating interference, dramatically reducing the wave diffraction turbulence that otherwise degrades sound integrity across the frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe NEO Supernano Diaphragm behind those magnets is roughly 75% thinner than earlier HiFiMan designs, resulting in genuinely fast transient response and detailed imaging across a full, well-extended range of frequencies from top to bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Lightweight Headband for Extended Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ergonomically shaped headband keeps things comfortable over many hours of listening, finished in matte black with high-grade memory foam packed inside for a secure, evenly cushioned fit around the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA user-replaceable 3.5mm cable connects at each earcup, using the same everyday connector type found on most phones and laptops rather than a proprietary design that locks you into HiFiMan's own cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonia's Berkhan found the Edition XS \"sounds very clear, focused, fast, detailed and natural with a good sense of warmth and body,\" praising its overall tonal balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe same review found the bass \"quite punchy\" with good slam \"especially for a planar,\" calling the low end \"very natural and effortless\" throughout testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Edition XS Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a detail-forward, analytical planar sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers describe it as clear, focused, and fast rather than warm or laid-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value soundstage and resolution over a relaxed tonal balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e the open-back design and Stealth Magnets aim for a wide, revealing presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own (or plan to add) a headphone amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e a dedicated amp reveals noticeably more of what this driver can do\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have a quiet home listening environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e open-back headphones leak sound in both directions, so they're best away from shared spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a brighter, more analytical planar\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Edition XS is detail-forward by design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA user-replaceable 3.5mm cable connects at each earcup, so the Edition XS works with a phone, laptop, or full-size desktop amplifier depending on which plug you use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBecause the connectors are standard 3.5mm, an aftermarket balanced cable drops in easily if your amplifier supports a balanced connection, without needing to replace the headphone itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around an Edition XS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — unlocks the dynamics and control this Stealth Magnet driver is capable of\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard 3.5mm connectors accept a wide range of aftermarket options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot between listening sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier for the Edition XS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly, but it's genuinely recommended. A dedicated amplifier delivers noticeably better dynamics and control than a phone or laptop alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the original Edition X?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe XS adds Stealth Magnet technology on top of the original Edition X foundation, aiming for reduced distortion and a cleaner, more accurate signal throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does open-back mean for everyday use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSound leaks freely in both directions — people nearby hear your music, and outside noise comes in. Reserve these for quiet home listening, not a commute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use a balanced cable with the Edition XS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The standard 3.5mm earcup connectors accept aftermarket cables terminated for a balanced connection if your amplifier supports one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the Edition XV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe XV was tuned specifically for a warmer, smoother, more relaxed sound with an updated headband; the XS keeps a brighter, more detail-forward character throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the cable replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The 3.5mm connection is user-replaceable, so a damaged or worn cable is a simple swap rather than a repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents HiFiMAN Edition XS Review - $500 just got a lot more competitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BiU4O0gHOcM\" title=\"HiFiMAN Edition XS Review - $500 just got a lot more competitive\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents These HiFiMan price cuts are crazy! Edition XS, Ananda, and Arya now much more affordable prices!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Tkvf6L2_2cI\" title=\"These HiFiMan price cuts are crazy! Edition XS, Ananda, and Arya now much more affordable prices!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about planar magnetic headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from an open-back design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HiFiMan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981799743661,"sku":"NEW-HMEDXS","price":209.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HMEDXS_01-Large__27691.1765486964.1280.1280_1507669e-7b9b-4a1b-81b4-505e867010f6.jpg?v=1778115181"},{"product_id":"grado-timbre-platinum3-phono-cartridge-low-output","title":"Grado Timbre Platinum3 Phono Cartridge - Low Output","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Component 2025 – \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrado's First Step-up Wooden-Body Cartridge Model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eThe first step-up model from Grado's Opus3 maple-body phono cartridge, the Platinum3 puts Jarrah wood and a twin magnet system to work for your favorite music. The Platinum3 is a great example of what the Timbre Series is made for: to start listening to your music with more clarity and depth than you’ve heard before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eTo make the Grado Timbre Series work as a whole, Grado's engineers created a way for Jarrah wood, diamonds, and a twin magnet system to integrate with Grado's Flux-Bridge. Grado modified its four-piece OTL cantilever technology to achieve a 10% tip mass reduction over the Prestige Series and has ultra-high purity long crystal (UHPLC) oxygen free copper wire in the coils. The Platinum3 uses a specially Grado designed elliptical diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\"Recommended Component\" Honors\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e honored the Platinum3 by awarding it the magazine's coveted Recommend Component status for 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAccording to \u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e,\"HR [Herb Reichert] described this wood-bodied, low-compliance, moving iron cartridge, which weighs 9gm and is fitted with an elliptical stylus, as 'a poor man's Koetsu,' because it produces lush, spacious, color-saturated sound.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\"HR wrote that it reproduced opera and early classical music with 'ease, elegance, and dramatic subtlety.' He concluded that 'if your taste in music runs toward acoustic jazz, ambient, or classical, the Platinum3 could save you from spending $4000 on a fancy-pants MC. It's that good.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt from Jarrah Wood\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eAfter the Platinum3 cartridge is crafted, it is placed inside an Australian Jarrah wood housing. Jarrah is relied upon for the majority of Timbre Series due to its ability to produce surgically precise clarity without losing any depth. Through a variation of thermal aging processes, the housing gains the ability to better dampen and control the resonant frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtreme Precision\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eGrado has combined newly developed coil winding techniques with decades-old disciplines. A new two-step shielding process brings not only exact unison between the four coils but also an unobstructed path for a cleaner signal. The music is allowed to travel undistorted through the coils, greatly reducing mechanical noise. There is an extreme clarity over the full frequency range, with absolutely no stridency or shrillness. Precisely hand tipped with a diamond, each cartridge is the end product of a great amount of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHand-Built with Love in Brooklyn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eEach Platinum3 is hand-built by the Grado team in Brooklyn. Fine-tuned for everything from entry-level turntables up to the highest-end stereo systems, the solid mass of the wood helps keep the Platinum3 steady and producing the Grado signature sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eChoose high output, low output, or mono models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg presents Grado Platinum3 cartridge review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uoLKRsp1Ei4\" title=\"Grado Platinum3 cartridge review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n","brand":"Grado Labs","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981804167341,"sku":"NEW-GRPLAT3-LO","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981804200109,"sku":"DEMO-GRPLAT3-LO","price":329.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/GRPLAT3_H_01-Large__12423.1726511804.1280.1280_7076d199-92a9-46b6-a0d8-8a130742a18b.jpg?v=1778107544"},{"product_id":"audioquest-rocket-88-speaker-cable-3-foot-bi-wire-bfa-banana-to-bfa-banana-single","title":"AudioQuest Rocket 88 Speaker Cable - 3 Foot - Bi-Wire - BFA Banana to BFA Banana - Single","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAudioQuest Rocket 88 Is the Flagship of the Rocket Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRocket 88 is the flagship of AudioQuest's award-winning Rocket Series. It uses solid Perfect-Surface Copper+, the company's best copper. The conductors sit in a Double Star-Quad layout, 13 AWG in all, and every one is solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt adds AudioQuest's patented 72v Dielectric-Bias System, or DBS. It also has carbon noise control and conductors controlled for direction. The jacket is a green on black nylon braid. AudioQuest fits SureGrip 500 bananas or spades, in gold or silver plating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat the 72v Dielectric-Bias System Does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEvery cable has insulation around its conductors. AudioQuest says DBS saturates and polarizes that insulation. The company says this gives clear, dynamic sound against a quiet, black background. DBS is patented, and it is part of every terminated Rocket 88 we carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAll Perfect-Surface Copper+, Shielded Twice Over\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest says its extreme-purity PSC+ cuts the distortion caused by grain boundaries. Solid conductors prevent strand interaction. The Double Star-Quad layout, it says, reduces time-smearing while keeping dynamics and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor noise, AudioQuest uses alternating layers of metal and carbon-loaded plastic to shield the shield. It says this stops radio-frequency noise before it reaches the layer attached to ground. Every conductor is also controlled for direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGraig Neville reviewed Rocket 88 with 72v DBS for \u003cem\u003ePart-Time Audiophile\u003c\/em\u003e on April 23, 2021. He wrote, \"I will emphatically recommend the Rocket 88 cable.\" He added, \"Music had a more emotional connection, the bass was deep and effortless.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Speaker Cable Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the top of the Rocket Series\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rocket 88 is AudioQuest's Rocket flagship, with its best copper and its patented DBS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour system sits near other electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e — layers of metal and carbon stop radio noise before it reaches ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers have two pairs of binding posts\u003c\/strong\u003e — bi-wire versions let one run from the amplifier feed both pairs of posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier has isolated, EU-style binding posts\u003c\/strong\u003e — AudioQuest says its banana is the better choice there, since spades can be hard to tighten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour speakers have one pair of binding posts\u003c\/strong\u003e — order a standard listing, not a bi-wire one. Bi-wire versions need two pairs of posts on each speaker, so the standard cable is your fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect the end marked for the amplifier to your amplifier's speaker outputs, and the other end to your speaker's binding posts, red to red and black to black. Do the same for the second speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMeasure the Route, Then Add a Little Slack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable is cut for one room. Measure the path the cable will really take, around furniture and along the baseboard. Then add a little slack. As Cardas puts it, \"A cable that's just long enough usually turns out to be just not long enough.\" Keep the left and right runs the same length, as Cardas recommends, even when one speaker sits closer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpades, Bananas, or Bare Wire?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpades clamp under a binding post and hold tight. Bananas push straight in, so they connect fastest. Bare wire fits almost anything, but we suggest avoiding it. Bare copper oxidizes quickly, and Cardas notes that copper oxide is not a good conductor. If you use bare wire, re-strip the ends when the copper darkens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Bi-Wire Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA bi-wire cable has four connectors at the speaker end instead of two. It is made for speakers with two pairs of binding posts. Your speaker's manual shows which links to remove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest adds one tip. If a banana cannot seat all the way into a binding post, use a spade instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTighten the connections, power up, and play something you know well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhen Is It Time to Upgrade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable often stays put for years, so it tends to be the last thing upgraded. Look again when something else changes. Moving from bookshelf speakers to floorstanders is the big one. In our experience, about nine in ten people who make that move keep their old speaker cable. A stronger amplifier, a longer run, or darkened ends are the other signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA speaker cable joins your amplifier to your speakers. These are the categories on either end of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the best time to rethink your speaker cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the speaker end in a smaller room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amplifier end in most stereo systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the amplifier end when you run separates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes Rocket 88 come with connectors attached?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Every Rocket 88 listing we carry comes ready to connect. Its title names what is on each end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does DBS do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest says its patented 72v Dielectric-Bias System saturates and polarizes the insulation, for clear, dynamic sound against a quiet background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich end goes to the amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe end marked for the amplifier. AudioQuest controls every conductor for direction and labels the ends, so follow the markings when you connect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does AudioQuest give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest backs cable it terminates with a limited lifetime warranty for the original owner, when you buy from an authorized US dealer like us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRocket 88 is the flagship of the Rocket Series. If you want to go further, call us and we will talk through the whole system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker cables, speaker placement, or matching an amplifier to your speakers? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":47249348952237,"sku":"NEW-AQRO88-3.0FT-BIBFBF-SIN","price":449.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":47237565218989,"sku":"OPEN-AQRO88-3.0FT-BIBFBF-SIN","price":337.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AQROC88-LARGE__21974.1691785263.1280.1280_aa1b3b63-e933-483f-8b58-034d8a66f6d0.jpg?v=1778140480"},{"product_id":"isoacoustics-carpet-spikes-for-gaia-titan-theis-set-of-4","title":"IsoAcoustics Carpet Spikes for GAIA Titan Theis - Set of 4","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCarpet Discs That Give the GAIA Titan Theis a Solid Floor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe IsoAcoustics Carpet Spikes for GAIA Titan Theis are sold as a set of four, one for each GAIA Titan Theis isolator under a speaker. They are made for thick or padded carpet, where the isolator's lower foot would otherwise sink into the pile instead of standing on the floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach disc has a recessed top that locates the GAIA Titan Theis foot and three 0.6-inch spikes underneath. The spikes pass through the carpet to the solid floor, so the isolator works on the surface it was designed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSized to the GAIA Titan Theis, Rated for the Same Load\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFit, Load and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach disc is solid stainless steel, 2.7 inches across and 0.9 inches tall, and a set of four is rated for 320 pounds, the same as the GAIA Titan Theis. The recess fits the GAIA Titan Theis foot only, so choose the disc that matches your isolator. It adds under an inch of height, spikes included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Fit Them?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eInstall the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/isoacoustics-gaia-titan-theis-speaker-isolators-set-of-4\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eGAIA Titan Theis\u003c\/a\u003e isolators first and set the speaker in its final position. Then tilt one side of the speaker, slip a disc under each raised foot, and lower it. Repeat on the other side. Most carpet compresses enough for the spikes to reach the floor, and IsoAcoustics says the discs still support the isolators if they do not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour per speaker, one under each GAIA Titan Theis isolator. The discs come in a set of four, so order one set per speaker or two for a stereo pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill these fit another GAIA model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe recess is sized for the GAIA Titan Theis foot. IsoAcoustics makes a separate disc for each GAIA and GAIA Neo model, so match the disc to the isolator you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need them on low-pile carpet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIsoAcoustics recommends the discs for thicker pile and carpet with an underpad. On a thin, firm carpet the isolator's foot usually reaches a stable surface on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, floor types, or vibration control? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"IsoAcoustics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981816815789,"sku":"NEW-IATITHECP-4S","price":114.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981816848557,"sku":"DEMO-IATITHECP-4S","price":89.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/IATITHECP_4_01-Large__27810.1730317186.1280.1280_61762a6f-a30d-4389-802d-40cda57e891e.jpg?v=1778118665"},{"product_id":"focal-stellia-audiophile-headphones","title":"Focal Stellia Audiophile Headphones","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Leader Among High-End Closed-Back Headphones\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLess than three years after launching the open-back Utopia, Focal returned with Stellia, adapting that flagship's technology into a closed-back design without compromising on the sound quality that made Utopia famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStereophile awarded Stellia its Recommended Component status for 2025, describing a \"very high level of relaxed and refined sound, with no beryllium metallic-ness\" even under genuinely close scrutiny throughout testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound's Alan Taffel called Stellia \"a slam dunk\" for anyone genuinely wanting closed-back privacy, praising its \"combination of tonal balance, dynamics, comfort, looks, and sheer musical enjoyment\" throughout overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Beryllium Dome Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn 'M'-Shaped Dome, Seven Times Lighter Than Titanium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStellia's pure Beryllium dome is seven times lighter than titanium of identical rigidity, enabling an extraordinary acceleration factor while its own rigidity genuinely prevents any distortion even at high sound levels throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA frameless 100% copper voice coil, exclusive to Focal, keeps overall mass extremely low, reproducing the very tiniest nuances with genuine precision whether that's bass articulation or the finest treble detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA New Surround, Engineered for Closed-Back Loads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA new 110-micron NBR surround offers genuinely low compliance, its geometry developed specifically around the closed enclosure's own inner volume, preserving the real dynamics closed-back headphones so often lose entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe result is a genuinely extensive 5Hz to 40kHz frequency response, with every single pair driver-matched to within just ±0.5dB for consistent, genuinely reliable stereo balance across the entire production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Stellia Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want Utopia's technology with genuine isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stellia adapts that flagship platform into a closed-back design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want low impedance for smartphone-friendly listening:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 35 ohms, Gear Patrol notes these are genuinely easy to drive from a portable source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou value premium included accessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e two full cables and a rigid travel case ship in a matching cognac and mocha finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want deep, controlled bass with a cerebral character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gear Patrol specifically describes the low end this way, rather than visceral or overblown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want genuine isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e — closed-back Focal beryllium, for listening anywhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA 3-meter cable with a symmetrical 4-pin XLR connector suits a home amplifier, while a 1.2-meter cable with a 3.5mm stereo jack is built for portable use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 35 ohms, Stellia is genuinely easy to drive through a mobile source, though a dedicated headphone amplifier reveals considerably more of what this driver can genuinely do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a Stellia:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — reveals considerably more detail and control than a portable source alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the included XLR4 cable opens the door to balanced amplifier setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot for a genuine flagship instrument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot strictly. At 35 ohms, Stellia is genuinely easy to drive from a phone or portable player. A dedicated amplifier reveals considerably more detail and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does this compare to the Utopia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth share Focal's Beryllium dome technology, but Stellia is closed-back for genuine isolation, while Utopia stays fully open for maximum spaciousness instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs this good for tracking with a live microphone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, genuinely well suited. The closed-back design and enhanced soundproofing keep monitoring sound from bleeding into a nearby open mic during a session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's included in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cognac and mocha faux-leather storage case, a 3-meter XLR4 cable for home use, a 1.2-meter 3.5mm cable for portables, and a rigid travel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the earpads replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The earpads combine full-grain leather with an acoustic cloth over memory foam, and genuine Focal replacements are available directly when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere is the Stellia made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHandcrafted in Focal's own workshops in Saint-Étienne, France, the same facility responsible for the brand's entire high-end headphone lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDarko Audio presents The Focal Stellia are PURE LUXURY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WvewtNDXDaI\" title=\"The Focal Stellia are PURE LUXURY\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents Focal Stellia Review - Unexpected Endgame Closed-back Headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iOsm6axnMQA\" title=\"Focal Stellia Review - Unexpected Endgame Closed-back Headphone\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about closed-back headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from a dynamic-driver design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Focal","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981879107757,"sku":"NEW-FLSTELLIA","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981879140525,"sku":"DEMO-FLSTELLIA","price":1798.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Open Box","offer_id":45981879173293,"sku":"OPEN-FLSTELLIA","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/FLSTELLIA_1-Large__39500.1726682873.1280.1280_610db65f-6e6f-4f12-9f0e-b4068dfa86e1.jpg?v=1778115275"},{"product_id":"vpi-hw-16-5-hw-17-45-rpm-pick-up-tube","title":"VPI HW-16.5 \u0026 HW-17 45 RPM Pick Up Tube","description":"\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003eReplace worn-out suction tubes on your VPI HW-16.5 or 17 record cleaning machine. You'll notice an immediate performance upgrade!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VPI","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981889233069,"sku":"NEW-VPPUT45","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/VPPUT45_01-Large__97312.1718120679.1280.1280_c801378e-16d6-4811-9d71-eb3c3cb784c7.jpg?v=1778114236"},{"product_id":"naim-audio-uniti-star-all-in-one-music-streamer","title":"Naim Audio Uniti Star All-In-One Music Streamer","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOne Box, and the Discs Go In the Front\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Uniti Star is a complete system in a single chassis. Seventy watts a channel into 8 ohms, a streamer, a converter and a CD slot, so a pair of speakers is genuinely all you need to add.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat CD slot does more than play. It rips discs to WAV or FLAC, onto a USB drive or SSD of up to a terabyte. That is enough for around twenty thousand tracks kept losslessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSo a shelf of discs becomes a library on the same machine that plays it, and the collection stops being something you get up to change. The player handles both from one interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMore Inputs Than Most Amplifiers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo optical inputs take up to 24-bit and 96kHz. Two coaxial RCA inputs reach 24-bit and 192kHz, and handle DSD over DoP. There is a BNC digital input to 192kHz as well, which is rare on anything at this level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn HDMI ARC input brings your television in over a single cable, letting the set's remote control the volume. An analog RCA input covers a turntable stage or anything else that is not digital.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStreaming is built in alongside all of that, so services, internet radio and your own network library all arrive without another box on the shelf. Naim's own app does the driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to stop owning boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — amplification, streaming, conversion and a CD drive are all inside, so a pair of speakers completes the system and the rack disappears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour CDs deserve to be archived\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripping to WAV or FLAC onto a terabyte drive holds around twenty thousand tracks losslessly, on the machine that already plays them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverything you own is digital\u003c\/strong\u003e — two optical, two coaxial and a BNC input mean a disc player, a console, a set-top box and a computer can all stay connected at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television is part of the system\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI ARC brings the set in on one cable and lets its remote control the volume, which optical alone cannot do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want 70 watts to work with\u003c\/strong\u003e — that is real power for a one-box system, enough to drive floorstanders rather than only small speakers. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003efloorstanding speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWire a pair of speakers to the terminals and the system is working. Discs go in the front slot, and the network arrives over Wi-Fi or Ethernet for streaming and your own library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television connects on HDMI ARC, other digital sources on optical, coaxial or BNC, and anything analog on the RCA input. A USB drive or SSD holds whatever you rip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the Uniti Star? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloorstanding Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 watts will drive them — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a smaller room — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e The one connection you still have to make — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the analog input — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSeventy watts per channel into 8 ohms, which is enough to drive floorstanding speakers rather than only compact ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it rip my CDs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. It rips to WAV or FLAC onto a USB drive or SSD of up to a terabyte, holding roughly twenty thousand tracks losslessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo optical to 24-bit\/96kHz, two coaxial RCA to 24-bit\/192kHz with DoP, a BNC input to 192kHz, and HDMI ARC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill it improve my television sound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHDMI ARC brings the set's audio in on one cable and lets the television remote control the volume, so it becomes part of the hi-fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I connect a turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThrough the analog RCA input, using a phono stage between the turntable and the Uniti Star to bring the signal up to line level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo years on parts and labor from the date of purchase, with a valid receipt from an authorized retailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSevenoaks walks through the Uniti range, with the Star among them:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Tllap7bp_To\" title=\"Naim Uniti Range Feature Review - Uniti Atom - Uniti Star - Uniti Nova - Uniti Core\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about all-in-one systems, ripping a CD collection, or improving television sound? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Naim Audio","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981928292525,"sku":"NEW-NMUNSTAR-STD","price":5699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981928325293,"sku":"DEMO-NMUNSTAR-STD","price":3999.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NMUNSTAR_TNR_02-Large__95236.1728888991.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778114616"},{"product_id":"hifiman-arya-unveiled-planar-headphone","title":"HiFiMan Arya Unveiled Planar Headphone","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Boldest Step Yet in the Arya Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HiFiMan Arya Unveiled removes the rear grille entirely, leaving the planar magnetic driver fully exposed to the air behind it, a design HiFiMan first introduced on its flagship SUSVARA Unveiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEven a thin protective mesh can reflect sound waves back toward an ultra-thin diaphragm, subtly coloring what you actually hear. Removing that barrier lets the driver breathe freely for a more transparent presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 27 ohms and 94dB sensitivity, the Arya Unveiled technically plays fine from most sources available, though reviewers consistently found it performs best with a dedicated headphone amplifier behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Unveiled Design Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNo Grille, No Reflected Sound Waves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBecause the driver sits fully exposed, HiFiMan includes magnetic protective veils that snap on when the headphones aren't in use, keeping dust and small metal objects away from the open magnets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA nanometer-thickness diaphragm sits behind that open driver, paired with Stealth Magnets specifically shaped to let sound waves pass cleanly through with minimal turbulence for a cleaner, far more accurate signal overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Lighter Build, Refined for Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt just 413 grams without its magnetic veils, the Arya Unveiled is light for a full-size planar headphone, helped by a suspension headband that spreads weight evenly across the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAsymmetrical earcups follow the natural shape of the ear closely, and hybrid protein-leather-and-fabric earpads keep things genuinely comfortable well past the first hour of even the longest listening session you can imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHomeTheaterHiFi.com found the Arya Unveiled sounds closer to the flagship SUSVARA Unveiled than to the previous Arya Organic, describing it as acoustically transparent with warm, rich bass and forward, intimate vocals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonics called it \"the best of the Arya series to date,\" praising its tonal accuracy, detail retrieval, and balanced frequency response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonia's review highlighted the vocal presentation specifically, calling the midrange \"rich, grand, and emotional\" and awarding it a spot on the site's Recommended Headphones list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Arya Unveiled Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want flagship-level clarity without the flagship price:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Unveiled design comes directly from HiFiMan's SUSVARA Unveiled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're a vocal lover:\u003c\/strong\u003e multiple reviewers single out the midrange and vocal presentation as this Arya's strongest suit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou already own a good headphone amplifier or DAC\/amp combo:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently found it rewards that investment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou're sensitive to treble brightness:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers note a warmer, smoother top end here than the Arya Stealth or Arya Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the Arya with nothing in front of the driver\u003c\/strong\u003e — Unveiled removes the grille entirely, for the most direct planar presentation in the line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA dual 3.5mm TRS connection at the earcups accepts the included 1.5-meter cable, which terminates in a 6.35mm plug sized for a desktop headphone amplifier or DAC\/amp unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor a phone or laptop, you'll need a 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter or an aftermarket cable, since the stock cable's plug is sized for full-size amplifiers rather than portable sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around an Arya Unveiled:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — every review of this driver points to a real, audible benefit from good amplification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean digital source feeding your amp matters as much as the amp itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — several reviewers recommend a balanced upgrade cable for the fullest performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proper resting spot protects your investment between sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does \"Unveiled\" mean, and why remove the grille?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEven a thin protective mesh reflects some sound waves back into the diaphragm. Removing it entirely lets the driver move without that interference, a concept HiFiMan first proved out on the SUSVARA Unveiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWon't the exposed drivers get damaged without a grille?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot if you use the included magnetic veils. Exposed magnets can attract small metal objects like paper clips, so snap the veils on whenever the headphones aren't in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou can get sound from most sources at 27 ohms and 94dB sensitivity, but reviewers consistently note it performs noticeably better with a dedicated amplifier behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use this with a phone or portable player?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe stock cable's 6.35mm plug won't fit a phone directly. You'll need a 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter or an aftermarket cable with a portable-friendly termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does this compare to the Arya Organic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Organic uses a wood veneer finish and lower impedance; the Unveiled swaps in the grille-less design and a warmer, more neutral tuning that several reviewers found closer to HiFiMan's flagship voicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the earpads and cable replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes to both. The earpads are user-removable, and the dual 3.5mm earcup connectors accept a wide range of aftermarket cables for balanced connections or different lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHIFIMAN Electronics presents HIFIMAN Arya Unveiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4gnHNmLMTrI\" title=\"HIFIMAN Arya Unveiled\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Headphone Show presents HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled Review - The hype is real!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MOgSb99ZOVc\" title=\"HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled Review - The hype is real!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about planar magnetic headphones, headphone amplifiers, or getting the most from an open-back design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HiFiMan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981935960237,"sku":"NEW-HMARYASU","price":1199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HMARYASU_01_angle2_2026__03326.1775260149.1280.1280_49bc28dd-ab85-4b65-8643-739f4193ed3e.jpg?v=1778167138"},{"product_id":"martinlogan-electromotion-esl-electrostatic-loudspeaker-black-each","title":"MartinLogan ElectroMotion ESL Electrostatic Loudspeaker - Satin Black - Each","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMartinLogan's Entry Point Into Electrostatic Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe MartinLogan ElectroMotion ESL pairs a 34-inch XStat electrostatic panel — MartinLogan's own Curvilinear Line Source design, with 292 square inches of radiating surface — with a single 8-inch passive woofer in a ported cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMartinLogan rates sensitivity at 91 dB into a nominal 6 ohms, dipping as low as 1.6 ohms at 20 kHz, and recommends 20 to 300 watts of amplifier power — amplifier stability into a varying load matters more than raw wattage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe panel is finished in Gloss Black or Satin Black and sold each, so a stereo pair is two. A low-voltage power supply, included, plugs into a nearby outlet to charge the panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Electrostatic Panel Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Line-Source Panel Above a Passive Woofer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 34-inch XStat panel radiates like a line source rather than a point source, crossing over at 500 Hz to a single 8-inch passive woofer in a bass-reflex cabinet below it. Unlike MartinLogan's more expensive hybrid towers, the ElectroMotion ESL's woofer carries no onboard amplifier of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe panel needs open space to radiate front and back — MartinLogan recommends at least 2 to 3 feet of clearance from the wall behind it, more than a typical dynamic tower needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of Your Amplifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMartinLogan quotes a frequency range of 42 Hz to 22 kHz within 3 dB. Sensitivity is 91 dB, nominal impedance is 6 ohms, dipping to 1.6 ohms at 20 kHz — MartinLogan's own manual notes that an amplifier stable into a varying load matters more here than its wattage rating alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA single pair of binding posts accepts banana plugs, spades, or bare wire; there is no bi-wire terminal on this model. The included low-voltage power supply draws about 8 watts, idle, for a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBrent Butterworth, Sound \u0026amp; Vision, called it \"one of the best bargains going in an audiophile music speaker,\" praising its \"huge soundstaging and a dramatic presentation\" alongside \"neutral tonal balance and natural sound.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHans Wetzel, GoodSound.com, agreed: \"the ElectroMotion isn't perfect, but its qualities are manifest to my ears. There is no other product like it\" anywhere near its price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Floorstanding Speaker Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a genuine entry point into MartinLogan's electrostatic technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same XStat panel science used in MartinLogan's flagship models, at the most accessible price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoundstage and imaging matter more to you than raw scale\u003c\/strong\u003e — reviewers praised its \"huge soundstaging\" and natural tonal balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have room to give the panel space\u003c\/strong\u003e — it wants 2 to 3 feet of clearance from the wall behind it to radiate properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want one speaker per cabinet, priced and shipped that way\u003c\/strong\u003e — the ElectroMotion ESL is sold each, so order two for a stereo pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want deep bass without stepping up to a larger electrostatic model\u003c\/strong\u003e — the single passive woofer reaches to 42 Hz within 3 dB on its own. For the deepest home-theater effects, add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003esubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e and let the towers do what they do best\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGive each panel 2 to 3 feet of clearance from the wall behind it and about 2 feet from side walls, so the electrostatic panel has room to radiate in both directions. Plug the included low-voltage power supply into a nearby outlet — an automatic sensor only charges the panel while music plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKeep the panel out of direct sunlight and away from dust or smoke, and never spray cleaner near it; a dry, soft cloth is all it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo cables, two power supplies, two speakers, and you are listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around a pair of ElectroMotion ESL towers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eStereo amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a stable amplifier that handles the panel's varying impedance is more important than raw watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a quality integrated amplifier in the 20 to 300 watt range MartinLogan recommends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — single-wire runs, since this model has no bi-wire terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/power-conditioners\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePower conditioners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — each panel's low-voltage power supply draws its own AC power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs the price for one speaker or a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOne. The ElectroMotion ESL is sold each, so order two for a stereo pair, or one to match an existing speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo these need to be plugged into a wall outlet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Each panel needs its included low-voltage power supply plugged in to charge the electrostatic element; a pair draws about 8 watts at idle, far below any household circuit's limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat amplifier do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMartinLogan recommends 20 to 300 watts of amplifier power. Because the panel's impedance varies with frequency, an amplifier that stays stable into a varying load matters more than its peak wattage rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I bi-wire the ElectroMotion ESL?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach panel has a single pair of binding posts, wired straight through without a separate bi-wire path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is this different from the ElectroMotion ESL X?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe ESL X steps up to a larger 40-inch panel and two passive woofers instead of one, plus bi-wire binding posts, for more scale and output, at a higher price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow do I care for the electrostatic panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe same basics as any MartinLogan panel: no direct sunlight, no spray cleaners, and only an occasional dusting with a dry, soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the ElectroMotion ESL:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AVKlfrxNbN0\" title=\"MartinLogan ElectroMotion ESL Speaker Review - Electrostatic Speakers!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudio Advisor's own channel takes a look at the ElectroMotion ESL:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k_rhoeu2B90\" title=\"MartinLogan ElectroMotion ESL Loudspeaker – Audio Advisor\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about electrostatic speaker placement, amplifier matching, or setting up a hybrid electrostatic system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MartinLogan","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45981936222381,"sku":"NEW-MLEMESL-EABLK","price":1399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Demo","offer_id":45981936255149,"sku":"DEMO-MLEMESL-EABLK","price":1189.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981936320685,"sku":"BLEM-MLEMESL-EABLK","price":1399.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/emesl1__56003.1687291504.3000.3000_2nd.jpg?v=1785697241"},{"product_id":"pro-ject-damp-it-damping-feet-set-of-4","title":"Pro-Ject Damp It Damping Feet - Set of 4","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFour TPE Damping Feet for Speakers and Components up to 44 Pounds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Pro-Ject Damp it is sold as a set of four. Each foot is a disc of thermoplastic elastomer, 42 millimeters (1.65 inches) across and 12.7 millimeters (half an inch) tall. Pro-Ject rates each foot for 5 kilograms (11 pounds). A set carries 20 kilograms (44 pounds).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA bookshelf speaker or turntable on glass, metal or thin wood drives energy into the surface and gets it back. Pro-Ject makes the Damp it to absorb from below 20 hertz up to 500 hertz. The speaker or component rides on the rubber feet instead of the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRated for 44 Pounds, and Made to Touch the Component Directly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFit, Load and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach Damp it carries up to 5 kilograms (11 pounds), and four carry 20 kilograms (44 pounds). No minimum is published, but a foot loaded far under its rating never reaches its working range. Pro-Ject makes them for bookshelf speakers and for the stock feet of turntables, disc players and tube amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe foot is 42 millimeters across and 12.7 millimeters tall, so it adds half an inch of height. Pro-Ject says it must touch the speaker or the component's feet directly, with nothing in between. It also warns that the material can react with or stain some finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Damp it is the entry rung of Pro-Ject's isolation range. With the feet under both bookshelf speakers and a turntable, Pro-Ject says the system can play up to 30 percent louder before feedback. For a whole turntable, the Ground it bases are the next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the Damp it Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour bookshelf speakers sit on a desk, sideboard or shelf\u003c\/strong\u003e — four feet under each speaker take it off the surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour turntable shares a shelf with the speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e — a foot under each of its original feet cuts the energy coming back through the furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou run a tube amp or disc player on a glass or metal rack\u003c\/strong\u003e — the elastomer sits between the stock feet and the shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a fix that costs less than a record\u003c\/strong\u003e — the set of four covers one speaker or one component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour turntable needs a full platform\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/pro-ject-ground-it-turntable-base-e\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eGround it E\u003c\/a\u003e is a spiked MDF base that carries the whole deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do You Set Them Up?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eCheck that the speaker or component weighs 44 pounds or less. Set one foot on the shelf under each corner of a speaker, or under each of the component's original feet. Nothing goes between the foot and what it carries. Lower the speaker or component onto the feet and check that it sits level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat most Damp it owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the component that gains most from a still, level base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntable-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntable accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — levels, mats and clamps for the same setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the next component in the vinyl chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord cleaning accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a clean groove is the other half of quiet playback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow many do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFour per speaker or component, and the set covers one. A pair of bookshelf speakers takes two sets. A turntable with three feet takes three, which leaves a spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo they go under the stock feet or replace them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUnder a speaker, the Damp it sits directly under the cabinet. Under a turntable, disc player or amp, Pro-Ject places it under the original feet, touching them directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill they mark my furniture?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePro-Ject warns that the elastomer can react with or discolor some surfaces it touches, and accepts no liability for stains. On a fine finish, test one foot in a hidden spot first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat frequencies do they damp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePro-Ject says the material absorbs from below 20 hertz up to about 500 hertz. That covers footfalls, traffic, transformer hum and the bass energy that speakers put into a shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, turntable setup, or vibration control? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pro-Ject","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981941498029,"sku":"NEW-PRDAMPIT-4","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45981941530797,"sku":"DEMO-PRDAMPIT-4","price":32.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cosmetically Blemished","offer_id":45981941596333,"sku":"BLEM-PRDAMPIT-4","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/PRDAMPIT_01-Large__00801.1718394230.1280.1280_3d0b42a7-7ad8-44d8-a697-41f6332d67ee.jpg?v=1778143554"},{"product_id":"monitor-audio-bronze-50-7g-bookshelf-speakers-walnut-pair","title":"Monitor Audio Bronze 50 7G Bookshelf Speakers - Walnut - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Gold Dome, and a Front Baffle of Real Wood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Bronze 50 7G is a two-way standmount, and a 6-inch C-CAM bass-mid driver does the heavy work. A 25 mm C-CAM Gold Dome tweeter takes over at 3.0 kHz, behind an aluminum grille patterned in small hexagons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe front baffle is real wood veneered plywood. It is set slightly apart from the cabinet body, so you can see it is a separate piece. Each cabinet is 13.3 inches tall, 7.3 wide and 12.9 deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eC-CAM, and Why the Cone Is Metal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eC-CAM stands for Ceramic-Coated Aluminum Magnesium. Monitor Audio prefers metal cones because they are light but stiff. The cone moves more like a piston, and bends less as it travels. Less bending means less distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMonitor Audio quotes an in-room response of 41 Hz to 30 kHz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 86 dB. Nominal impedance is 8 ohms. The minimum is 4.0 ohms, at 200 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe recommendation is 30 to 100 watts into 8 ohms. If your amplifier is rated into 4 ohms, that becomes 50 to 200 watts. Continuous power handling is 100 watts, and peak output is quoted at 112 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Ports Come With Foam Inserts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is ported at the back. Monitor Audio supplies foam inserts to rein the bass in. They help, but they are no substitute for space. These speakers reward being pulled out into the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eKashfia Kabir gave the Bronze 50 7G five stars for sound, build and compatibility in \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e on September 25, 2025: \"Monitor Audio has done a terrific job with the new Bronze 50 7G standmounts.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the sound: \"For a speaker at this price level, the Bronze 7G are unusually precise and controlled.\" Her one caveat: they \"can sound a little uptight on occasion, but not so much that it becomes an issue\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePaul Rigby, reviewing for \u003cem\u003eThe Audiophile Man\u003c\/em\u003e on December 17, 2025, heard \"a clean, clear and very exciting sound presentation that can easily detach you from your listening room and send you on a musical journey\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Are These Bookshelf Speakers Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a speaker that grabs you\u003c\/strong\u003e — the character here is clear, fast and front-footed rather than polite, which is exactly what makes them hold your attention on the first track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBass matters to you\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rigby’s verdict on the low end: \"And bass? For the price and size of the cabinets? Beautiful.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou might bi-wire one day\u003c\/strong\u003e — each rear panel carries bi-wire terminals, so a single run works now and you can split the links later without changing speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is ordinary, not enormous\u003c\/strong\u003e — 86 dB sensitivity and a 30 to 100 watt window into 8 ohms make these an easy match, and one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e in that range will do nicely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou can give them room to breathe\u003c\/strong\u003e — foam port inserts are supplied, but these sound best pulled away from the back wall, so a shelf pushed against plasterboard is the one placement to avoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach rear panel carries bi-wire terminals. Leave the links in place and run a single cable from your amplifier for a conventional hookup, or take the links out and run separate cable to the treble and bass sections instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStart with the cabinets about 12 inches from the back wall, on stands, and leave the ports clear. Then move them by small amounts until the stereo image locks in. Keep both cable runs the same length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Bronze 50 7G owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Monitor Audio’s own ST-2 is the matching stand, and we stock it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — 30 to 100 watts into 8 ohms is the window\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — two runs per side if you decide to bi-wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — for anything below the 41 Hz mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I bi-wire them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Both rear panels carry bi-wire terminals. Remove the links and run separate cable to each pair, or feed them from separate amplifier channels if you would rather bi-amplify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMonitor Audio recommends 30 to 100 watts into 8 ohms, or 50 to 200 watts into 4 ohms. At 86 dB sensitivity they are not fussy, and reviewers have found them easy to partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo stands come with them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eStands are separate. Monitor Audio makes the ST-2 specifically for standmounts of this size, and a stand suits these better than a shelf does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow far from the wall should they sit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBegin around 12 inches out and adjust from there. The ports fire backwards, so crowding the wall thickens the bass. Use the supplied foam inserts only if you cannot find the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big and heavy are they?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet measures roughly 13.3 by 7.3 by 12.9 inches, and weighs 14 pounds 2 ounces. They ship as a pair, and Monitor Audio covers them for five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does the next range up add?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/monitor-audio-silver-50-8g-bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMonitor Audio Silver 50 8G\u003c\/a\u003e moves to the RST III cone, reaches 35 kHz, and puts four more pounds into each cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Audiophile Man\u003c\/em\u003e spends ten minutes with a pair:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_bwoLSCOmYY\" title=\"MONITOR AUDIO BRONZE 50 7G Review - Small Box, Big Sound\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJanine Elliot reviews them for \u003cem\u003eSound Advice\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mgEj5-u5JUM\" title=\"Monitor Audio Bronze 50 7G Stand-mount Stereo Speakers review\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, bi-wiring, or matching an amplifier to your speakers? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Monitor Audio","offers":[{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45981952540845,"sku":"NEW-MRB7G50-WAL-PR","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MRB7G50-WAL-PR_01_angle_pair_2025__49859.1755871741.1280.1280_4e2cd56f-72c0-47ec-964c-3cc1bbe5213d.jpg?v=1778163816"},{"product_id":"audioquest-red-river-interconnect-cable-0-5-meter-rca-to-rca-pair","title":"AudioQuest Red River Interconnect Cable - 0.5 Meter - RCA to RCA - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRed River Is the Rivers-Series Cable Built Around a Third Conductor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's Red River sits second in the Rivers series, above Chicago. It is a two-cable design, one lead per channel. Solid Perfect-Surface Copper, a dedicated ground wire and cold-welded gold plugs set it apart from the entry cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper, Direction-Controlled\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wires are solid Perfect-Surface Copper, which AudioQuest calls PSC. AudioQuest draws the wire with a very smooth surface and says this cuts the distortion caused by grain boundaries. Solid wire also removes strand interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wire is also direction-controlled. AudioQuest says drawn wire has a grain with a direction. It listens to every batch, picks the direction, and marks the jacket with arrows. Point the arrows at the amplifier and noise drains where AudioQuest intends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHard-Cell Foam and Triple-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe insulation is Hard-Cell Foam, injected with nitrogen to form air pockets. AudioQuest says the stiff foam holds the signal pair in a fixed geometry along the whole cable. Air stores almost no signal energy, so little is released late as smear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe layout is what AudioQuest calls Triple-Balanced. A third wire carries the ground on its own. The shield never has to double as a signal path. AudioQuest says both signal legs then travel equally clean routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Cold-Welded, Gold-Plated Plug, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRed River ends in AudioQuest's own gold-plated RCA plug. It is cold welded, not soldered. A press bonds the plug to the wire under high pressure. AudioQuest calls solder \"a common source of distortion.\" The cold weld keeps the wire's character right up to the contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround the cable is AudioQuest's Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation. AudioQuest says an ordinary shield drains radio noise straight into the equipment's ground and pollutes the reference the signal is measured against. The metal layer absorbs the noise before it gets that far.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e reviewed Red River on May 13, 2014 and gave it four stars. Plugged into the magazine's reference system, \"there's immediately a greater sense of space and dynamics compared with budget cables.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe verdict was plain about the trade. What Red River \"lacks in smoothness and subtlety, it makes up for in scale and dynamic scope,\" the magazine wrote, calling its boldness the only real criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want scale and drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e heard a broad soundstage and driving sound, so music fills the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour left and right jacks sit far apart\u003c\/strong\u003e — Red River is two separate cables, so mono amplifiers and wide racks are no problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour sources sit near power supplies\u003c\/strong\u003e — the separate ground wire and metal shield drain noise, so the shelf stays out of the music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want no solder in the path\u003c\/strong\u003e — AudioQuest cold welds the plug to the wire, so the joint is metal on metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the smoothest sound\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e found Red River bold, at times forward. For refinement, step up to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-mackenzie-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Mackenzie\u003c\/a\u003e or call us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Red River from a line-level output, a DAC, streamer, CD player or phono stage, to a line-level input on your amplifier or preamp. Point the arrows on the jacket toward the amplifier. Push each plug straight on until it seats. Pull it off by the barrel, never by the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen listen. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn interconnect is one link in the chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual input end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DAC output to amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — phono stage to line input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the last link to the speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the cold-welded, gold-plated plug?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's own gold-plated RCA plug. It is joined to the wire by pressure, not solder. AudioQuest names solder as a common source of distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does Triple-Balanced mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cable has three wires: positive, negative and a separate ground. AudioQuest says this keeps the shield out of the signal path, so both signal legs travel equally clean routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich way do the arrows point?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eToward the component that receives the signal, normally the amplifier or preamp. AudioQuest sets the direction of the wire and says the arrows let noise drain the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs Red River sold as a pair or a single?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth. Each channel is its own cable, so we list a stereo pair and a single for mono runs and center channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does AudioQuest give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA limited lifetime warranty to the original owner, for cables bought from an authorized US dealer. AudioQuest will repair or replace a defective cable that has not been abused. Keep your proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-sydney-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Sydney\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung. It moves to Perfect-Surface Copper+, air-tube insulation, a carbon shield and silver-plated plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about interconnects, solid-core cables, or RCA versus XLR? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":45981965549741,"sku":"NEW-AQRRIVER-0.5-PR-RCRC","price":264.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"0.5 Meter \/ Pair \/ Open Box","offer_id":45981965582509,"sku":"OPEN-AQRRIVER-0.5-PR-RCRC","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AQRRIVER_RCRC_01_2024__38174.1756139366.1280.1280_0bf087cf-225b-40b7-b802-29a5221ce99c.jpg?v=1778142241"},{"product_id":"woo-audio-wa7-fireflies-tube-headphone-amplifier-with-dac-generation-3-silver","title":"Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies Tube Headphone Amplifier with DAC - Generation 3 - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Tube DAC\/Amp That's Now a True One-Box System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies Generation 3 is a tube headphone amplifier and DAC in one compact glass-topped enclosure. Two 5963\/12AU7 tubes do the amplifying. They run in a self-biasing circuit, seated in PTFE sockets. Woo chose those sockets so you can swap the tubes yourself, or upgrade them later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis third generation adds a built-in linear power supply, replacing the external supply earlier WA7 models relied on. That turns the WA7 into a true one-box unit. There is nothing else to find room for on the desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGeneration 3 also adds preamp outputs. The WA7 can now drive powered speakers directly, not just headphones. The case is anodized aluminum, in midnight black or silver, and the tubes show through a glass top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat glass top isn't just a design flourish. It keeps the tubes on show. It also shields them from dust, and from knocks on a crowded desk. Woo has used this look across the WA7 line since the first model, and this one carries it forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn ESS Sabre DAC, Now With Speaker Outputs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn ESS Sabre DAC chip handles digital decoding up to 24-bit\/384kHz PCM and DSD256 at 11.2MHz. Frequency response spans 10Hz to 46kHz within -3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is rated at 100dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe balanced 4.4mm Pentaconn headphone output delivers over 1.5 watts per channel into 4 ohms. A 6.3mm unbalanced jack sits alongside it for headphones without a balanced cable. Both outputs draw on the same tube circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNew preamp outputs round out the back panel: a balanced 4.4mm output at -3.4V, and an unbalanced 3.5mm output at -1.7V. Either one can feed a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDigital comes in on one high-retention USB socket. An RCA input takes other line-level sources. The linear supply runs on 115 to 230 volts. It measures 5.25 by 4.8 by 6 inches with the glass top on, and weighs 8.5 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListeners who want genuine tube sound without extra boxes.\u003c\/strong\u003e A built-in linear power supply means no external brick cluttering your desk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who wants a headphone amp that can also run speakers.\u003c\/strong\u003e New balanced and unbalanced preamp outputs let the WA7 feed powered speakers or a power amplifier directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of headphones with a balanced cable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 4.4mm Pentaconn output delivers over 1.5 watts per channel into 4 ohms, so power-hungry planars stop sounding flat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListeners who value upgradeable tubes.\u003c\/strong\u003e PTFE sockets keep the 5963\/12AU7 tubes easy to swap as they age or as your taste changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe desk is where you listen\u003c\/strong\u003e — an internal power supply and a glass-topped tube stage make it a fixture, not something you carry. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect a computer to the USB input, or run a cable from another source into the RCA analog input. Plug headphones into the 4.4mm balanced or 6.3mm unbalanced jack, whichever matches your cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTo use the WA7 as a preamp, run its balanced or unbalanced pre-out into a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers. Give the tubes a few minutes to warm up before critical listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies Generation 3:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e with a 4.4mm balanced or 6.3mm unbalanced cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/powered-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePowered speakers\u003c\/a\u003e to build a compact desktop system via its preamp outputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/usb-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eUSB cables\u003c\/a\u003e to connect a computer or digital source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run onward — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is Generation 3 different from earlier WA7 models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGeneration 3 adds a built-in linear power supply, so it no longer needs an external supply. It also adds balanced and unbalanced preamp outputs, letting it drive speakers as well as headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use the WA7 as a preamplifier for speakers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Its balanced 4.4mm or unbalanced 3.5mm pre-out can feed a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers directly, alongside its headphone outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the tubes replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The 5963\/12AU7 tubes sit in PTFE sockets designed for easy swapping, so you can replace them as they age or roll in different tubes to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I still need an external power supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat's the main change in this generation. A linear supply built into the chassis replaces the external unit earlier WA7 models required, so setup is just a power cord and your source and headphone cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWoo Audio covers the WA7 Fireflies Generation 3 with a three-year limited warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWatch this product-focused video:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t2tSvDGlJcc\" title=\"Product video\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWoo Audio examines this model:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_XItV1O7nLk\" title=\"Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies 3rd Gen Impressions\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about tube versus solid-state headphone amps, matching an amp to your headphones, or getting the most from your desktop setup? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Woo Audio","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45982000709805,"sku":"NEW-WAWA73-SIL","price":1399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver \/ Demo","offer_id":45982000742573,"sku":"DEMO-WAWA73-SIL","price":1198.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/WAWA73_SIL_01-Large__73846.1728487729.1280.1280_f291bbbb-2352-440b-9881-e294df0d3792.jpg?v=1778127241"},{"product_id":"ortofon-2m-black-mm-phono-cartridge","title":"Ortofon 2M Black MM Phono Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Shibata Diamond on a Moving Magnet Cartridge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Shibata profile was cut for quadraphonic records, which held detail far above what ordinary styli could read. It lasted because it read everything else better too. Ortofon puts one on the 2M Black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThis is the top of the standard 2M range, the last rung before the cantilever changes. It is aimed at one thing: getting more of the groove off the record and into your phono stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy the Tip Geometry Does the Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe diamond measures 6 by 50 microns. The front radius is the narrowest in the range and the side radius the longest. The tip sits deep in the groove and touches a long stretch of wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Engineering Shows Up in the Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat long contact patch reduces distortion on inner tracks, where the groove is tightest and a broader tip struggles. Channel separation holds 26 dB at 1 kHz. Balance stays inside 1 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs 20 Hz to 20 kHz within plus 2 and minus 0 dB. Output is 5 mV into 47 kilohms, and the quad coils wind copper around split pole pins as they do across the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eNumbers You Will Use at Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTrack it at 1.5 grams, usable from 1.4 to 1.7. Compliance is 22 micrometers per millinewton. The body weighs 7.2 grams, which is substantial, so check the balance range of your arm before you commit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNeil Gader gave it a Product of the Year award in \u003cem\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e, writing that \"the 2M Black has a light, fast touch with good treble extension\" and a transparency he called its greatest attribute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e awarded four stars, calling it \"a very transparent and detailed stylus, the Ortofon handles subtlety well, with vocals especially possessing supreme inflection and insight.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStereophile\u003c\/em\u003e lists the 2M Black as a Recommended Component, summing it up in two words: \"Ridiculously good.\" \u003cem\u003eTONEAudio\u003c\/em\u003e has also called it a fantastic-sounding cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Phono Cartridge Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen to whole album sides\u003c\/strong\u003e — the Shibata profile holds up in the tight inner grooves where distortion creeps in, so the last track sounds like the first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want flagship tip geometry on a moving magnet\u003c\/strong\u003e — a Shibata diamond normally sits on far dearer cartridges, and here the output suits any phono stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour records are worth protecting\u003c\/strong\u003e — a long contact edge spreads tracking force across more groove wall, so nothing bears down on one point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are upgrading within the 2M family\u003c\/strong\u003e — this stylus fits the body you own, so you change a diamond rather than a cartridge and keep your alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour tonearm takes a Rega three-point fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the standard half-inch version and will not bolt to a Rega arm. Ortofon builds the same cartridge as the 2MR Black, and we stock it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTwo screws hold the cartridge to a half-inch headshell and four colored pins take the arm leads. At 7.2 grams it is heavy, paired with a light 1.5 gram tracking force, so \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e advises care over system matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSet overhang with your alignment gauge, then set tracking force and anti-skate. From there the arm cable runs to any moving magnet phono input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cartridge is one part of the chain. These are the categories that make the most of it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — any deck with a standard half-inch mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a quiet stage suits this tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/record-cleaning-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eRecord Cleaning Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — it reaches dirt broader styli miss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntable-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntable Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — scales and gauges for tracking force\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a Shibata stylus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a diamond profile developed for quadraphonic records, with a very narrow front radius and a long side radius. Here it measures 6 by 50 microns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat tracking force should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOrtofon recommends 1.5 grams, with 1.4 to 1.7 grams in specification. Set it with a stylus scale rather than by the numbers printed on a counterweight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill the 2M Black fit my turntable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt fits any standard half-inch tonearm or headshell. Rega three-point arms take the 2MR Black, which is the same cartridge in a low-profile body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a moving coil phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUse the moving magnet input. At 5 mV this is a strong moving magnet output, far above what a moving coil stage is built to accept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes the 2M Black need a special tonearm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMost arms handle it. At 7.2 grams it is on the heavy side, so confirm your counterweight reaches 1.5 grams with the cartridge fitted before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat loading does it want?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e47 kilohms with 150 to 300 picofarads of capacitance, the standard moving magnet values. That capacitance total includes your tonearm cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalogholic revisits the 2M Black and where it stands today:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R_6eXmVZDSQ\" title=\"Is the Ortofon 2M Black Still Worth It in 2025?\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSador42Vinyl unboxes one and fits it to a turntable:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tv2f5DvlgrM\" title=\"Ortofon 2M Black, Unboxing and Installation\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about cartridge alignment, phono stage matching, or record care? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ortofon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982016733357,"sku":"NEW-OR2MBLK","price":749.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Demo","offer_id":45982016766125,"sku":"DEMO-OR2MBLK","price":649.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/or2mblk_ko-large__03707.1717082085.1280.1280_3d72b03d-6910-463c-819b-da3b8b9cc725.jpg?v=1778095466"},{"product_id":"nuprime-evolution-sta-stereo-amplifier-black","title":"NuPrime Evolution STA Stereo Amplifier - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Hundred and Thirty Watts That Get Quieter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Evolution STA is NuPrime's full-size statement stereo amplifier, and the numbers are the least interesting thing about it. It makes 230 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 310 into 4, with peaks of 270 and 360.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat sets it apart is how quiet it gets as it works harder. Distortion measures 0.0025% at 5 watts, and signal-to-noise improves from 95dB at 5 watts to 110dB at 100. Most amplifiers go the other way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a hybrid Class-D design in dual-mono configuration, so each channel has its own signal path rather than sharing one. At 430mm wide and 5.2kg it is full-size in footprint but not in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eInside the Chassis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrequency response runs 10Hz to 50kHz at −3dB, and gain is a straightforward 21 times. Input impedance is 47k ohms, so the amplifier sits behind a valve preamplifier as comfortably as a solid-state one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe input connectors are Furutech FP900 RCA, which is the kind of part most manufacturers save for a flagship. In an amplifier the connector is the first thing every note passes through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt measures 430mm wide, 375 deep and 57 high, and weighs 5.2kg, in black or silver. NuPrime covers the Evolution STA with a 3-year warranty, three times what it gives the STA-9 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen at real levels\u003c\/strong\u003e — 230 watts into 8 ohms and 310 into 4 handles the great majority of speakers, and distortion actually falls as the amplifier settles into its stride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about the noise floor\u003c\/strong\u003e — signal-to-noise climbs from 95dB at 5 watts to 110dB at 100, so the background gets quieter the harder the amplifier works, not louder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want dual-mono without two boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — each channel runs its own signal path in one chassis, so channel separation does not depend on a shared layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are buying for the long term\u003c\/strong\u003e — NuPrime backs the Evolution STA for 3 years, against 1 year on its STA-9 series, which tells you how the company rates it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a full separates system\u003c\/strong\u003e — pair it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/nuprime-amg-pra-preamplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAMG PRA\u003c\/a\u003e, or with a streamer\/DAC that has a volume control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect your preamplifier to the Furutech FP900 RCA inputs, and speakers to the binding posts. The 47k ohm input impedance means a valve preamplifier will drive it without strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGive it a normal shelf. It is full-width at 430mm but only 57mm high, so it stacks under or over other components without a special arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHere are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required, and the natural next decision — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePreamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carry the current properly — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced XLR is the better run from preamp to amp — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the amplifier a proper shelf — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e230 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 310 into 4 ohms, with peaks of 270 and 360 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy does the noise figure improve with power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSignal-to-noise is quoted at three levels: 95dB at 5 watts, 105dB at 50 and 110dB at 100. The amplifier's noise floor stays put while the signal rises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it fully dual-mono?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a hybrid Class-D design in dual-mono configuration, so each channel runs its own signal path within the one chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFurutech FP900 RCA input connectors, at 47k ohms input impedance, with a gain of 21 times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e430mm wide, 375mm deep and 57mm high, weighing 5.2kg, in black or silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does it carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNuPrime covers the Evolution STA with a 3-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003efeverSound reviews the NuPrime Evolution STA with captions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LuBcCXb1PB8\" title=\"NuPrime Evolution STA review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. 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Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NuPrime","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982021877933,"sku":"NEW-NPEVOSTA-BLK","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ Demo","offer_id":45982021910701,"sku":"DEMO-NPEVOSTA-BLK","price":2999.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/NPEVOSTA_BLK_02-Large__28260.1724171123.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778101819"},{"product_id":"kimber-kable-rel-cu-subwoofer-cable-2-0-meter-bare-wire-to-neutrick","title":"Kimber Kable REL CU Subwoofer Cable - 2.0 Meter - Bare Wire to Neutrick","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"241\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"239\"\u003eEditor’s Choice 2024 – The Absolute Sound\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eEngineered for REL, Tuned for Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eThe Kimber Kable REL CU Subwoofer Cable is purpose-built to deliver the cleanest, most transparent signal transfer between your amplifier and REL subwoofer. 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Whether for music or home theater, the REL CU cable ensures every note and every effect is delivered with clarity and authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eRecognized by the Experts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e“The Kimber\/REL CU delivers exceptional transparency and control—an essential upgrade for any REL system.” – \u003cem data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound, 2024\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eProven Kimber Kable Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eBuilt with Kimber’s signature copper conductors and carefully engineered geometry, the REL CU minimizes signal loss and distortion. 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HiFiMan's Topology Diaphragm applies a precision nanoparticle coating to the driver surface, letting engineers fine-tune the sound signature with more control than a conventional dynamic driver allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach earcup is CNC-carved from solid pinewood, a design nod to the legendary Sony MDR-R10, giving the driver a large internal cavity that contributes to an unusually open, spacious sound for a closed-back headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAt 60 ohms and 103dB sensitivity, the HE-R10D produces sound easily from a phone or laptop, though a dedicated headphone amplifier still opens up the soundstage and tightens the bass noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhere the Topology Diaphragm Earns Its Keep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA Nanoparticle Coating, Tuned by Hand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBy controlling the geometric pattern of the coating on the driver surface, HiFiMan's engineers fine-tune the acoustic performance with more precision than a standard dynamic driver, aiming for a natural, detailed tone across a 15Hz-35kHz frequency range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA high-energy rare earth magnet backs that driver, delivering genuinely strong sensitivity so the HE-R10D produces generous volume without ever demanding especially heavy power from your source at all, much less overloading it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePinewood Cups on an Aviation-Grade Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe frame and headband mechanism use aviation-grade aluminum, keeping total weight to just 337 grams despite the genuinely substantial wood earcups surrounding the driver on both sides of the headphone itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMemory foam earpads attach with a simple peel-and-stick system, and the cushioned headband strap distributes weight evenly across the top of the head for genuinely long listening sessions without any real discomfort overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHeadfonics found a lively mix of bass warmth and treble sparkle that works especially well with modern pop and vocal-forward music, noting it pairs particularly well with desktop amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSoundphile Review called the soundstage \"notably wide for a closed-back headphone,\" wider in fact than some open-back models, with imaging described as standout on certain recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSubjective Reviews found the HE-R10D takes a softer, more forgiving approach than its pricier planar sibling, the HE-R10P, describing \"grain-free treble and natural timbre\" throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is the HE-R10D Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a closed-back headphone that doesn't sound closed in:\u003c\/strong\u003e reviewers consistently found the soundstage unusually spacious for the design type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou enjoy warm, full-bodied sound with punchy bass:\u003c\/strong\u003e genres like pop, R\u0026amp;B, electronic, and vocal-forward music suit it well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou appreciate hand-carved craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e the pinewood earcups are a genuine conversation piece, not just a finish choice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want moderate isolation without going fully sealed:\u003c\/strong\u003e the closed-back design blocks some outside noise while keeping the soundstage open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want HiFiMan's flagship planar closed-back instead:\u003c\/strong\u003e that's the HE-R10P, not the HE-R10D, which uses a dynamic driver at a lower price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA single-entry 3.5mm TRRS connection on the left earcup accepts the included cable, terminating in a 3.5mm plug with a 6.35mm adapter included for desktop amplifiers and receivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe same 3.5mm TRRS port also accepts HiFiMan's optional BlueMini wireless module, sold separately, if you decide you want Bluetooth capability later on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the system around an HE-R10D:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — tube amps in particular are a complementary match reviewers keep recommending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — an all-in-one desktop DAC\/amp is the simplest way to upgrade your source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the single 3.5mm TRRS connection accepts a wide range of aftermarket options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphone-accessories\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphone accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — HiFiMan's optional BlueMini module adds Bluetooth if you want it later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot necessarily. This dynamic driver design is genuinely efficient by HiFiMan's own standards, so a portable source gets you listening right away — a desktop amp is an upgrade, not a requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the HE-R10D and the HE-R10P?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe \"D\" stands for dynamic driver; the \"P\" stands for planar magnetic. The HE-R10P offers sharper technical resolution at a significantly higher price, while the R10D delivers a warmer, more forgiving sound many listeners find just as engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I add Bluetooth later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. HiFiMan's BlueMini wireless module plugs into the same 3.5mm TRRS port and is sold separately, so you can start wired and add wireless whenever you're ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much isolation does the closed-back design provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eModerate, not total. It works well in a quiet home or office but isn't fully sealed the way some closed-back designs are, so a noisy commute isn't the ideal use case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the earpads replaceable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The memory foam pads use a peel-and-stick attachment, making them easy to remove and replace as they wear from regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat comes in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe HE-R10D headphone, a detachable 1.5m cable with a 3.5mm plug, a 6.35mm adapter, and a canvas carry case — the BlueMini module and balanced XLR cable are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about headphone amplifiers, dynamic vs. planar drivers, or getting the most from a closed-back design? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"HiFiMan","offers":[{"title":"Wired \/ New","offer_id":45982095769773,"sku":"NEW-HMHER10D-W","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wired \/ Demo","offer_id":45982095802541,"sku":"DEMO-HMHER10D-W","price":149.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/HMHER10D-W_01_angle_2026__99619.1776095559.1280.1280_94f95695-9bd1-4180-b205-b4e92cef47d5.jpg?v=1778167265"},{"product_id":"audioquest-red-river-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-pair","title":"AudioQuest Red River Interconnect Cable - 1.0 Meter - RCA to RCA - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRed River Is the Rivers-Series Cable Built Around a Third Conductor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's Red River sits second in the Rivers series, above Chicago. It is a two-cable design, one lead per channel. Solid Perfect-Surface Copper, a dedicated ground wire and cold-welded gold plugs set it apart from the entry cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSolid Perfect-Surface Copper, Direction-Controlled\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wires are solid Perfect-Surface Copper, which AudioQuest calls PSC. AudioQuest draws the wire with a very smooth surface and says this cuts the distortion caused by grain boundaries. Solid wire also removes strand interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe wire is also direction-controlled. AudioQuest says drawn wire has a grain with a direction. It listens to every batch, picks the direction, and marks the jacket with arrows. Point the arrows at the amplifier and noise drains where AudioQuest intends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHard-Cell Foam and Triple-Balanced Geometry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe insulation is Hard-Cell Foam, injected with nitrogen to form air pockets. AudioQuest says the stiff foam holds the signal pair in a fixed geometry along the whole cable. Air stores almost no signal energy, so little is released late as smear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe layout is what AudioQuest calls Triple-Balanced. A third wire carries the ground on its own. The shield never has to double as a signal path. AudioQuest says both signal legs then travel equally clean routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Cold-Welded, Gold-Plated Plug, Explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRed River ends in AudioQuest's own gold-plated RCA plug. It is cold welded, not soldered. A press bonds the plug to the wire under high pressure. AudioQuest calls solder \"a common source of distortion.\" The cold weld keeps the wire's character right up to the contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAround the cable is AudioQuest's Metal-Layer Noise-Dissipation. AudioQuest says an ordinary shield drains radio noise straight into the equipment's ground and pollutes the reference the signal is measured against. The metal layer absorbs the noise before it gets that far.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e reviewed Red River on May 13, 2014 and gave it four stars. Plugged into the magazine's reference system, \"there's immediately a greater sense of space and dynamics compared with budget cables.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe verdict was plain about the trade. What Red River \"lacks in smoothness and subtlety, it makes up for in scale and dynamic scope,\" the magazine wrote, calling its boldness the only real criticism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Interconnect Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want scale and drive\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e heard a broad soundstage and driving sound, so music fills the room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour left and right jacks sit far apart\u003c\/strong\u003e — Red River is two separate cables, so mono amplifiers and wide racks are no problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour sources sit near power supplies\u003c\/strong\u003e — the separate ground wire and metal shield drain noise, so the shelf stays out of the music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want no solder in the path\u003c\/strong\u003e — AudioQuest cold welds the plug to the wire, so the joint is metal on metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the smoothest sound\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e found Red River bold, at times forward. For refinement, step up to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-mackenzie-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-to-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Mackenzie\u003c\/a\u003e or call us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun Red River from a line-level output, a DAC, streamer, CD player or phono stage, to a line-level input on your amplifier or preamp. Point the arrows on the jacket toward the amplifier. Push each plug straight on until it seats. Pull it off by the barrel, never by the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThen listen. Other and longer lengths available. Call for prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn interconnect is one link in the chain. It usually joins these categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the usual input end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital-to-Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DAC output to amplifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/phono-preamplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePhono Preamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — phono stage to line input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the last link to the speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is the cold-welded, gold-plated plug?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioQuest's own gold-plated RCA plug. It is joined to the wire by pressure, not solder. AudioQuest names solder as a common source of distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does Triple-Balanced mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cable has three wires: positive, negative and a separate ground. AudioQuest says this keeps the shield out of the signal path, so both signal legs travel equally clean routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich way do the arrows point?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eToward the component that receives the signal, normally the amplifier or preamp. AudioQuest sets the direction of the wire and says the arrows let noise drain the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs Red River sold as a pair or a single?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBoth. Each channel is its own cable, so we list a stereo pair and a single for mono runs and center channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat warranty does AudioQuest give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA limited lifetime warranty to the original owner, for cables bought from an authorized US dealer. AudioQuest will repair or replace a defective cable that has not been abused. Keep your proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs there a step up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/audioquest-sydney-interconnect-cable-1-0-meter-rca-rca-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudioQuest Sydney\u003c\/a\u003e is the next rung. It moves to Perfect-Surface Copper+, air-tube insulation, a carbon shield and silver-plated plugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about interconnects, solid-core cables, or RCA versus XLR? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AudioQuest","offers":[{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ New","offer_id":47238421807277,"sku":"NEW-AQRRIVER-1-PR-RCRC","price":289.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1.0 Meter \/ Pair \/ Open Box","offer_id":47249354817709,"sku":"OPEN-AQRRIVER-1-PR-RCRC","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/AQRRIVER_RCRC_01_2024__11926.1756139727.1280.1280_ec88c7b7-5d1a-4c7a-8409-34eaf7b8ad0c.jpg?v=1778107469"},{"product_id":"marantz-cd-50n-cd-and-network-audio-player-black","title":"Marantz CD 50n CD and Network Audio Player - Black","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe One That Also Takes Your Television\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CD 50n is built on the SACD 30n platform and aimed at someone with CDs rather than SACDs. What it keeps is the part that changes a system: it is a disc player, a streamer and a converter for everything else you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is the first Marantz source component with HDMI ARC. Connect it to a television and the set's own remote controls the volume, while film and streaming sound comes back down the same cable into your hi-fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAlongside that sit an optical input, a coaxial input, and a USB-B taking PCM to 384kHz and DSD to 11.2MHz. A 32-bit ESS Sabre converter and two system clocks handle what arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTwo Ways Out, and a Headphone Stage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThere are two analog output pairs. The fixed pair goes to an amplifier in the usual way. The variable pair has volume control, so the CD 50n can drive a power amplifier or active speakers on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMarantz builds its own output modules rather than using op-amps alone. The CD 50n combines an HDAM with an HDAM SA2, the same family of discrete circuits the company puts in its more expensive players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone output with its own volume control sits on the front. HEOS, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon are built in, over Wi-Fi or Ethernet. The chassis is 442 by 424 by 130mm and weighs 10.3kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLB Tech Reviews set out the output arrangement: \"It also has both fixed RCA outputs for connection to the system and variable outputs with volume adjustment.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn how it relates to the model above it, the same review explains that \"The SACD 30n contains HDAM SA2 modules, while the CD 50n uses a simpler HDAM module in combination with HDAM SA2.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour television sounds worse than your hi-fi\u003c\/strong\u003e — HDMI ARC brings the set's audio into the system and lets its remote control the volume, which no optical connection can do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have discs and services\u003c\/strong\u003e — HEOS, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon are built in, so the same box that plays your CDs also plays everything you subscribe to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want fewer boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e — the variable output has volume control, so a power amplifier or a pair of active speakers can connect directly with no preamplifier between.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have other digital sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — optical, coaxial and a USB-B taking DSD to 11.2MHz mean a set-top box and a computer both feed the same converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have CDs rather than SACDs\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the SACD 30n platform tuned for the discs most people actually own, which is where the money goes further. Add one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e and the system is complete.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the fixed RCA outputs to a line input on your amplifier, or the variable pair straight into a power amplifier if you would rather leave a preamplifier out of the chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA television connects on HDMI ARC, a set-top box on optical or coaxial, and a computer on USB-B. The network arrives over Wi-Fi or Ethernet, and headphones plug in at the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the CD 50n? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Model 50 is its designed partner — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is an output waiting on the front — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterconnects:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean run from the analog outputs — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat does HDMI ARC do here?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt brings your television's sound into the system over one cable and lets the television remote control the volume, which an optical connection cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich digital inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOptical, coaxial, HDMI ARC and a rear USB-B accepting PCM to 384kHz and DSD to 11.2MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it drive a power amplifier directly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The variable analog output has volume control, so a power amplifier or active speakers can connect without a preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the SACD 30n?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe SACD 30n adds SACD playback and uses HDAM SA2 modules throughout, where the CD 50n combines an HDAM with an HDAM SA2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat streaming is built in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHEOS, covering Spotify Connect, Tidal and more, plus AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and Roon, over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e442 by 424 by 130mm and 10.3kg. Five years on parts and labor for the original purchaser, when bought new from an authorized dealer. It does not transfer if the unit is sold on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.5em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eHIFI Daydreaming sets the CD 50n against the Primare CD15 Prisma:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CGSEp5722Pg\" title=\"Primare CD15 Prisma vs Marantz CD50n Comparison and Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about HDMI ARC, using a CD player as a DAC, or network streaming? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marantz","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ New","offer_id":45982101012653,"sku":"NEW-MACD50N-BLK","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Open Box","offer_id":45982101078189,"sku":"OPEN-MACD50N-BLK","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/MACD50N_BLK_01_2023__91510.1731598612.1280.1280_4c08b318-d892-458d-8f2e-0e60742a2ca1.jpg?v=1778146282"},{"product_id":"shanling-eh2-desktop-headphone-dac-amp-silver","title":"Shanling EH2 Desktop Headphone DAC\/Amp - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAn R2R DAC With Tone Controls Built In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Shanling EH2 is a desktop DAC and headphone amplifier. It's built around an in-house R2R DAC module. Shanling designed it in the spirit of the ladder-style PCM1704 chips used in its higher-end products. That's a deliberate choice, rather than relying on an off-the-shelf delta-sigma chipset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat R2R architecture is switchable between oversampling and non-oversampling modes. You can choose between a cleaner, more precise presentation or a slightly softer, more relaxed one. Front-panel Bass and Treble knobs add direct tonal adjustment, a feature most desktop DAC\/amps leave out entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn aluminum case houses the whole circuit, in black or in silver. A 12V power adapter comes in the box. Keeping that supply outside the case helps keep its noise away from the circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStrong Output, Flexible Connectivity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eInputs cover USB-C, through a hi-fi grade XMOS XU316 module. Coaxial and optical SPDIF are there too. Bluetooth 5.2 rounds it out, with LDAC, aptX Adaptive, AAC and SBC for wireless sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eUSB decodes up to 768kHz\/32-bit PCM and DSD512. On the balanced 4.4mm headphone output, power reaches 2,365mW at low gain, or 4,351mW at high gain, into 32 ohms. The unbalanced 6.35mm output delivers 632mW or 1,280mW at that same impedance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLine outputs are available on RCA and on 4.4mm, at 2.2V and 4.5V respectively. Frequency response spans 20Hz to 40kHz, within half a decibel. Total harmonic distortion plus noise measures 0.02%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eDynamic range reaches 118dB into 32 ohms. Channel separation measures 111dB. Output impedance stays below 2 ohms. The unit measures 156 by 150 by 36.5mm. It weighs 713 grams, so it stays put on a desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrancis Adamiak reviewed the EH2 for Stereoindex in June 2025. Testing it with Sennheiser HD800S headphones, he described the midrange as \"clear, uncolored, and emotionally engaging\" with \"excellent detail and separation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHe also found it elevated more affordable gear. It \"brought out the best\" in a pair of budget-friendly Edifier speakers he tested it with, proving a good source can lift even mid-tier equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eGheorghe Dobrescu reviewed it for Audiophile-Heaven in April 2025. He found the EH2 \"very consistent\" across volume levels, describing it as \"detailed, clean, and refined.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHe also compared its two DAC modes directly. Sound in oversampling mode, he wrote, is \"much cleaner, more defined and just generally better,\" while non-oversampling mode gave a \"slightly softer\" presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This DAC\/Amp Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListeners who want to shape their own sound.\u003c\/strong\u003e Front-panel Bass and Treble controls, plus switchable OS\/NOS filtering, offer real tonal flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners of demanding, hard-to-drive headphones.\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 4,351mW of balanced output covers most dynamic and planar headphones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who wants both wired and wireless sources in one box.\u003c\/strong\u003e USB, coaxial, and optical inputs sit alongside Bluetooth 5.2 with LDAC support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListeners who want proven, independently reviewed performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two named reviewers at established publications praised its detail, refinement, and consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe desk is where you listen\u003c\/strong\u003e — a supplied external supply and a 713-gram chassis mean it stays put, and stays quiet. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect a computer to the USB-C input, or a transport or streamer to the coaxial or optical input. Pair a phone or laptop over Bluetooth if you'd rather go wireless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePlug headphones into the 4.4mm balanced or 6.35mm unbalanced jack, matching gain to your headphones' sensitivity. Adjust the Bass and Treble knobs to taste, and try both OS and NOS modes to hear which you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions for the Shanling EH2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e with a balanced 4.4mm or unbalanced 6.35mm cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/usb-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eUSB cables\u003c\/a\u003e to connect a computer or digital transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/powered-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003ePowered speakers\u003c\/a\u003e for a compact desktop system via its line output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e The other half of the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between OS and NOS mode?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOS, or oversampling, mode gives a cleaner, more precise presentation. NOS, or non-oversampling, mode trades some of that precision for a softer, more relaxed character. Both are selectable from the front panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use the Bass and Treble knobs with any source?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. They apply to whichever input you're using, whether that's USB, SPDIF, or Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use this with powered speakers instead of headphones?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. RCA and 4.4mm line outputs let the EH2 feed a pair of powered speakers or an integrated amplifier directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eShanling and its dealers don't publish a specific warranty period for the EH2. Check with your dealer for current coverage terms at the time of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.05em; margin: 0.9em 0 0.25em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWhich inputs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eUSB-C through an XMOS XU316 module, plus coaxial and optical SPDIF. Bluetooth 5.2 adds LDAC, aptX Adaptive, AAC and SBC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.25em; margin: 1.4em 0 0.35em 0; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAudiophile Heaven reviews the EH2:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ys4Gq2Sd1lo\" title=\"Shanling EH2 R2R Hi-Fi DAC, Headphone AMP and Preamp - Audiophile-Heaven Review\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; line-height: 1.55;\"\u003eAnd AV Atmos covers its launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lmjIDMXd-A8\" title=\"Shanling EH2 DAC Headphone Amplifier Launches featuring a 24-bit R2R DAC for Audiophiles\" style=\"border: 0; margin: 0 0 0.9em 0; display: block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ Years of Expertise\u003c\/strong\u003e — Since 1981, we’ve helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it’s right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Experts, Real Help\u003c\/strong\u003e — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Payment Options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about R2R versus delta-sigma DACs, matching a headphone amp to your headphones, or getting the most from your desktop setup? 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