HiFi News

Hana Cartridges: The Artistry of Sound Unveiled

In the realm of audio enthusiasts, the pursuit of brilliant and gorgeous sound is an endless journey. For those who appreciate the subtle nuances of music, Hana, which means 'brilliant and gorgeous' in Japanese, is a name synonymous with excellence. The Hana range of moving coil cartridges, both low and high output, stands as a testament to the commitment to delivering outstanding performance and value in the world of analogue audio.

Unveiling Luxman's Cutting-Edge Audio Marvels: The M-10X Power Amplifier and C-10X Preamplifier

Luxman, renowned for its rich heritage in audio excellence, has introducing two groundbreaking additions to its illustrious lineup – the M-10X Power Amplifier (£15995) and the C-10X Preamplifier (£15995). As the brand commemorates its centennial anniversary, we are pleased to say that these flagship devices are available for demonstration in our Hull showroom.

Unleashing the Power of Clean Electricity for Your Audio and AV Systems with IsoTek

In the world of audio and AV systems, the journey begins with electricity—the lifeblood that powers the components of your electronic devices. Picture this: the quality of the electricity you feed into your system acts as the 'raw material' shaping the performance of the electronics you own. It can either elevate or hinder the overall experience.

The electricity we draw from the mains supply undergoes distortion due to various factors, negatively impacting the performance of high-quality audio and AV systems. As we witness an explosion in the number of electronic devices we use and a surge in the demand for electrical power, the quality of the electricity we provide to our systems continues to decline.

Choosing the Perfect PS Audio Aspen Speaker: FR30 vs. FR20 vs. FR10

After setting up our demonstration PS Audio FR10 speakers, we thought we'd make a quick blog post on the PS Audio aspen series. All three models are available for demonstration in our Hull showroom, making us the only place in the UK where you can hear all three speakers side by side. 

When it comes to audio perfection, PS Audio's Aspen Series stands out, offering three outstanding options: the FR30, FR20, and FR10. Let's explore the unique features of each speaker to help you make an informed decision.

PS Audio has expanded its renowned Stellar Series lineup with the introduction of the StellarGold preamplifier and StellarGold DAC. These high-end audio components showcase the latest technological innovations from PS Audio, offering exceptional sound quality, versatile configuration options, and user-friendly remote-control operation.

According to Paul McGowan, PS Audio CEO, "Our Stellar Series components have consistently delivered outstanding performance at price points that provide genuine value. The new StellarGold preamplifier and DAC elevate this design philosophy to unprecedented heights."

Are you ready to transform your listening experience at home? We're thrilled to introduce the latest addition to the groundbreaking aspen series of loudspeakers—the aspen FR10. Packed with 50 years of industry expertise, this compact loudspeaker is set to redefine your expectations of home audio reproduction

Unlock the Power of Audio Excellence with Dali Rubicon Series – Exclusive Trade-In Offer Inside

We are offering a fantastic promotion on the superb Dali Rubicon Series!

Trade-in your old speakers, of any make or model, and save up to £1160 off your new purchase of the Dali Rubicon.

Elevate Your Vinyl Experience with the Nu-Vista Vinyl 2: The Latest in Phono Preamplification

The Nu-Vista Vinyl 2 stands as the flagship among Musical Fidelity's phono preamplifiers, offering ultra-high performance and precise handling of MM/MC cartridges through a discrete Class A Nuvistor tube stage. Meticulously crafted with an imposing casework, this phono stage is engineered without practical limits, ensuring an overload-free input stage and unrestricted output driving capacity. Its singular purpose is to serve as a conduit for music, faithfully transmitting the artist's intent, emotions, and passion directly to your ears and heart.

Unveiling the Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista DAC: A Symphony of Cutting-Edge Technology and Sonic Prowess

Introducing the latest flagship DAC, the Nu-Vista DAC, centered around the highly acclaimed ESS 32-bit HyperStream II DAC architecture. This cutting-edge DAC incorporates the renowned Nuvistor circuitry, featuring a fully balanced stage of Nuvistor 7586 triode tubes in a discrete Class A amplifier buffer. Boasting RCA and XLR outputs, 3x optical and 1x coax SPDIF inputs, 1x USB, and 1x AES/EBU inputs, it also includes an I2S input for a forthcoming Nu-Vista CD-player.

Bryston BP19 Preamplifier available for demonstration at Fanthorpes HiFi

Announced in summer 2023 the Bryston BP-19 is the latest preamplifier from the Canadian manufacturer, marking a significant milestone, the Bryston BP19 introduces the BP-2 moving-magnet phono stage circuitry as an integrated option for the first time.

Ex Demo Monitor Audio Platinum range available, saving you up to £2300

When it comes to audio perfection, Monitor Audio's Platinum 3G range stands out. Fanthorpes HiFi currently has a limited nuber of Ex Demo Monitor Audio Platinum 3G speakers available at fantastic prices, offering savings of up to £2300.

Exploring the Versatility and Power of the WiiM Amp Streaming Amplifier

The WiiM Amp stands out as a compact, versatile, and high-performance amplifier and streamer, offering seamless music distribution through DLNA, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth (bidirectional), or Chromecast. Easily access your music library stored on a computer, NAS, or smartphone, with control and playback simplified through the intuitive WiiM Home mobile app. The app also grants access to popular streaming platforms like Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, and Qobuz.