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Limited release turntable commemorates Japanese manufacturer’s 55th anniversary

Cable specialist Tellurium Q has taken measures to ensure its customers can shop in confidence that the cable they have invested their money in is the genuine article and not just some cheap counterfeit. By teaming up with Authentic Vision,customers can now securely check the authenticity of their cables simply by scanning the warranty card that comes bundled with it using theCheck If RealApp – free to download at the App Store for iOs or Google Play store for Android “We have chosen Authentic Vision because of the concept they are bringing to the market. Such a simple yet effective use of technology to benefit our customers. There is always a danger of any manufacturer’s product being counterfeited, that is just a fact of life in this day and age.

It's widely aknowledge thatAudio Technica's AT-LP5 turntable is one of the best around at the price – we gave it 4. 5 stars when we reviewed it back in HFC 405 – but there is always room for improvement, and that's where The Audio Files come in. By marrying the Audio-Technica turntable with a highly respected entry-level tonearm – in the shape of the classic Rega RB202 -it's hope that the result might just be one of the best direct-drive turntables available. Further improvement, meanwhile, is afforded the budget turntable with the inclusion of a custom-made 4mm acrylic arm-board that's been CNC laser cut for perfect geometry and optimum VTA.

Introducing the new Shawline Streaming cable from The Chord Company. Claimed to offer a significant performance upgrade over the company’s C-stream series, the cable is constructed from four pairs of high-speed silver-plated copper conductors in conjunction with low-loss FEP insulation. It is available in pre-assembled standard lengths (0. 75m, 1.

Audio lovers and high-end enthusiasts will be able to share their passion at The Hi-Fi ShowLive2017, held once again at the exclusive Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor over the weekend of 21-22 October. Now in its fifth consecutive year, the two-day hi-fi extravaganza is the UK’s biggest celebration of high-end hi-fi for dedicated fans. Advance Tickets The on-line ticket office is now open, so snap up your guaranteed place for Saturday 21st, Sunday 22nd or buy a full weekend pass to theHi-Fi ShowLive. Tickets cost £20 (£30 for a weekend pass) viaeventbrite.

Chinese company IAG revives beloved British brand with new integrated amp and CD transport