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January 30, 2019 by Admin
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Cyrus Audio have announced the launch of an upgrade path available for all owners of the classic amplifier range.The QXR DAC upgrade provides, “a major uplift in sonic performance” to existing integrated and pre-amplifiers through the addition of a 32bit/768k DAC and all-new asynchronous USB bridge. Use Hi-Res sources be that from Qobuz or Tidal streaming services via USB or Music Server solutions. All for just £600!
As well as upgrading the digital inputs the QXR card also includes an improved headphone amplifier. Capable of outputting 138mW per channel into 16ohm loads, it can comfortably drive headphones with impedances of up to 64ohm.
All we need is the model and serial number of your Cyrus amplifier to get the ball rolling, shortly after this we will be in touch with your upgrade date.
If you are interested in the QXR DAC upgrade please call us on 01482 223096 or email shop@fanthorpes.co.uk
The QXR upgrade is compatible with:
82DAC, 82DAC Qx, 8 DAC, 8 DAC Qx, 8 a, 6 DAC, 6a, 8 XP, 8 XPd, 8 XPd Qx, 6 XP, 6 XPd, Pre2DAC, Pre2DAC Qx, Pre DAC, Pre DAC Qx, Pre XP, Pre XPd and Pre XPd Qx.
April 25, 2025 by Admin
A Week in the Life at Fanthorpes HiFi – PS Audio Power, Monitor Audio Showdowns & Danish Adventures
Welcome back to another behind-the-scenes look at what we're planning up to at Fanthorpes HiFi. Next week looks crammed full of thrilling in-store demos, international visits, and some seriously impressive systems. Here’s how it all looks set to unfold…
April 23, 2025 by Admin
Devialet Introduce Elevate Programme for New Astra Amplifier
The long awaited successor to Devialet‘s successful Expert range of amplifiers is finally here. The French company has announced the arrival of their latest creation, Astra.
Like the Expert range, Astra is a all-in-one integrated amplifier with in-built streaming, a DAC and a phono stage. There are two models – the Astra Solo which is a single stereo unit or Astra Dual which uses two units in a dual-mono configuration for twice the power. There is also two finishes with the standard light bronze and the upgraded gold leaf ‘Opera De Paris’ edition.
April 04, 2025 by Admin
Another exciting week ahead at Fanthorpes HiFi, packed with in-store demos, home installations, and trade-ins! From PMC Prophecy vs. Dali Epicon speaker comparisons to setting up Martin Logan electrostatic speakers and listening to the new Bryston Bi200 amplifier, we’ve got another busy week ahead.
March 28, 2025 by Admin
A Week in the Life at Fanthorpes HiFi – Speaker Showdowns, High-End DACs & Classic Amplifier Installs
Another week at Fanthorpes HiFi to look forward to, and we’ve got an exciting lineup of speaker comparisons, in-store demonstrations, brand visits, and installations. From PMC vs. Audio Physic to trip down to Wisbech, here’s what’s happening next week in the world of Fanthorpes HiFi.
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