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Representing Noble Audio's flagship universal-fit in-ear monitor (IEM), the new lauminium- chassis, 10-driver Kaiser 10U is now shipping directly. Replacing the acrylic K10U, the Kaiser 10U is a 10-armature, low impedance, four-way design that's claimed to deliver a wide frequency range and the best-ever performance from a portable IEM. The 10 drivers are assigned to bass, midrange, mid/high, high and super-high frequencies and the IEMs are claimed to have an impedance less than 35ohm. Featuring a detachable cable with industry-standard two-pin configuration, a Pelican 1010 case (which is claimed to be crush-proof), a black velvet soft pouch, 12 pairs of ear tips (four kinds in three different sizes), two Noble Audio bands or amp bands, a cleaning tool and an ownership card, the K10U is available to buy now for £1,150.

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Autumn is well and truly here, and in the UK the next few months are little more than a protracted run up in preparation for the festive season at the end of the year. If you haven’t had your first Christmas flyer or email yet inviting you to make great seasonal savings by getting in early, then rest assured it’s surely on its way. “But it’s only October!” I hear you cry. Yet, the Hi-Fi Choice office received several such ‘early bird’ invitations back in September, just as we were selecting our favourite Halloween soundtracks for this month’s record collectors’ feature.