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August 24, 2018 by Admin
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What HiFi Award Winners 2017 at Fanthorpes HiFi
Our brands have been well represented at this years What HiFi awards, lets have a look at who won what.
Kicking things off, the KEF LS50 Wireless Speakers pull off a fantastic feat in picking up two 'Product Of The Year' awards on its own, taking home Awards for both the best hi-fi system and the new Hall of Fame category. The good news didn't stop there for KEF, They also bagged the speaker of the year, with the Q350 standmounts.
Other award winning speakers we stock include the floorstanding Monitor Audio Silver 200 (Best floorstanders £800-£1200), Neat Iota Alpha (Best floorstander £1200-£2000) and the Spendor A4 (Best floorstander £2000+).
Chord Electronics dominate the DAC award section once more taking home three of the five awards on offer. The new Chord Hugo 2 was announced the DAC 'Product Of The Year', with the Chord Mojo (Best DAC under £500) and 2Qute (Best DAC £500 - £1000) claiming the other two awards. Cyrus Audio were our other brand represented in the DAC category, with the Soundkey scooping the award for best USB DAC under £150.
Cyrus also claimed the award for best CD player £1000+ with the CDi.
The Roksan Blak integrated amplifier took home the 'Best stereo amplifier £2500+'.
Arcam were represented at the What HiFi awards in the shape of the Arcam rPlay winning 'Best music streamer £100-£500' and the rPhono taking home 'Best phono stage £250+'
Our brands were represented in the speaker cable and interconnect section thanks to the Chord Company, who received three awards, with the Chord Company Clearway winning 'Best speaker cable' and the C-Line and the Clearway RCA taking home the best analogue interconnect awards at their respected pricepoints.
Our portable music player brand Astell & Kern received two awards, with the AK70 MKII receiving 'Best portable music player £250-£750' and the Kann taking the 'Best portable music player £750+'
Wrapping things up is the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 Over-Ear Headphones winning the 'Best portable on-ear headphones £150+'.
If you would like more information about these What HiFi Award winners call us on 01482 223096 or email shop@fanthorpes.co.uk
Of course, at Fanthorpes we love to trade in, so if you want to trade in your existing HiFi against these What HiFi Award winners, contact us and we will let you know what it is worth as a trade in.
We can also offer buy now pay later, allowing you to spread or defer your payments over a year.
October 21, 2024 by Admin
Reviving an Icon: The QUAD 33 Preamp and 303 Power Amp Return for a New Generation of Audiophiles
In the world of high-end audio, few names carry as much prestige as QUAD, the British brand known for redefining hi-fi standards. And now, 57 years after their initial release, QUAD’s legendary 33 preamplifier and 303 power amplifier have returned in a revitalized form, blending vintage charm with cutting-edge technology to delight a new generation of music lovers.
First introduced in 1967, the QUAD 33/303 amplifier system quickly became a game-changer, elevating transistor-based audio equipment to a level of quality that rivaled the best valve amplifiers of the time. The return of this iconic duo, which was teased at the High-End audio show in Munich in May, has sparked tremendous excitement among audiophiles eagerly awaiting its launch in November 2024.
October 15, 2024 by Admin
The Pro-Ject Signature 12.2 replaces its iconic predecessor, the Signature 12, with a multitude of enhancements, making it a true reference product in the world of high-end turntables. While maintaining key features like the flywheel motor system and platter, this upgraded model reimagines the chassis, tonearm, and feet for improved performance and aesthetics.
October 07, 2024 by Admin
For audiophiles seeking high-fidelity sound performance paired with advanced, user-friendly features, the Roksan Caspian Series 4G is a game-changer. This cutting-edge range is meticulously designed to provide breathtaking audio quality while offering unmatched flexibility and versatility.
October 02, 2024 by Admin
Cyrus Audio is proving that life really does begin at 40 with the release of its 40 Series of hi-fi products.
The 40 Series features four key products: an integrated amplifier, an integrated CD player, a network streamer, and an external power supply. Additionally, a phono preamp is expected to launch in 2025. Each of these products is crafted in Britain, featuring anodised aluminium and custom-designed components.
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