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Japan · since 1972
Refined neutrality, great smoothness and exemplary control; rich, stable and fatigue-free.
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Sound signature, positioning, origin and official website of the major hi-fi brands.
Japan · since 1972
Refined neutrality, great smoothness and exemplary control; rich, stable and fatigue-free.
United Kingdom · since 1987
Lively, precise speakers with a clear midrange and impressive power handling for their size.
Germany · since 1996
Massive belt-drive turntables: stability, silence and exceptionally controlled bass.
France · since 1995
Retro-styled electronics with meters, warm and generous sound at gentle prices.
Finland · since 1998
Monitors with remarkable phase coherence, precise imaging, easy listening even at low volume.
Canada · since 1994
Powerful, neutral amplifiers with the very effective ARC room correction.
France · since 1983
French speakers with an expressive midrange and wide soundstage, voiced by ear.
United Kingdom · since 1976
Warm, musical sound with a generous midrange and an easy-going full presentation.
South Korea · since 2013
Reference audiophile DAPs: resolution, refinement and luxurious finish.
United Kingdom · since 1989
Rigid, damped hi-fi stands and racks; a serious foundation for any electronics or speakers.
United Kingdom · since 1974
Studio monitors: rare midrange density and accuracy, dynamics without compression.
France · since 1997
Dynamic and lively, engaging rhythm, remarkable transparency for the price.
Italy · since 1996
Powerful, refined Italian amplification, controlled bass and fine fluidity.
Italy · since 1995
Musical, warm Italian amplifiers with a singing midrange and elegant presentation.
Germany · since 1985
Speakers with a vast, precise soundstage; the cabinets simply disappear.
United States · since 2005
Powered desktop speakers with a full, warm sound; simple and effective.
United Kingdom · since 1983
Neutral, well-engineered electronics with outstanding performance for the price.
United States · since 1980
Cables focused on clarity and a quiet background, precise imaging and firm bass.
China · since 2009
Technical streamers and DACs, precise and open sound, complete Lightning ecosystem.
South Korea · since 2010
Music servers and streamers with a dense, analogue-like sound and a polished app.
Austria · since 2017
Headphones in the Vienna AKG tradition: precise, articulate and very well built.
Germany · since 1986
Complete German electronics with a fast, clear and tightly controlled sound.
Denmark · since 1925
Iconic design, balanced and refined sound, unmatched home integration.
Italy · since 2008
Handcrafted Italian hi-fi racks with careful decoupling and luxurious finishes.
United States · since 1990
Compact class-D amps and DACs with a clean, fast and highly resolving sound.
Germany · since 1924
Robust studio headphones, detailed treble, professional-grade reliability.
Canada · since 2012
Versatile streaming with a clean, balanced sound designed for simplicity.
United Kingdom · since 1966
High resolution and very detailed treble, wide imaging; reference at Abbey Road Studios.
Canada · since 1962
Ultra-robust amplifiers with a 20-year warranty; neutral, powerful, no-nonsense sound.
Germany · since 1977
Chrome-plated electronics with a powerful, dense and luxurious sound, impressive bass.
France · since 1950
Remarkable spatial coherence thanks to coaxial drivers, holographic soundstage.
United Kingdom · since 1968
Neutral, open and detailed sound; a great entry point into hi-fi.
Germany · since 1972
German speakers with a clean, dynamic presentation, firm bass, in-house manufacturing.
China · since 1993
Tube amplifiers with a warm, harmonious sound and remarkable value.
United Kingdom · since 1985
Cables with a natural, flowing sound that respect timing and tonality.
United Kingdom · since 1989
FPGA-based DACs with exceptional timing precision, transparency and micro-detail.
Germany · since 1978
Turntables and cartridges with great neutrality, silent background and rich detail.
Denmark · since 1985
Danish tube and hybrid amplifiers with a refined, smooth and very coherent sound.
United Kingdom · since 1984
Compact half-width electronics with a lively, precise and rhythmic sound.
Denmark · since 1983
Easy-going speakers with a hybrid ribbon tweeter; open, airy sound.
United States · since 2010
Very high-power amplification with spectacular design; authority and refinement.
France · since 1986
Handcrafted French speakers with a natural midrange and remarkable vocal presence.
United Kingdom · since 1987
Reference digital sources: extreme resolution, naturalness and a vast soundstage.
Japan · since 1910
Full, dynamic sound with generous bass; robust, affordable electronics.
Germany · since 1907
Historic German turntables, direct or belt drive, robust and affordable.
Denmark · since 1977
Neutrality and a highly articulate midrange, smooth soft-dome tweeter; loves power.
United Kingdom · since 1979
Tim de Paravicini-designed tube electronics; luxurious, fluid and refined sound.
Germany · since 1926
Speakers with an airy JET tweeter, excellent value and controlled bass.
Norway · since 1973
Warm, powerful Norwegian sound, ample bass and a serene presentation.
France · since 1938
Iconic spherical speakers, lively and coherent sound, bold French design.
China · since 2016
Streamers with aggressive value, generous displays and a clean, detailed sound.
United Kingdom · since 1972
Heir to the BBC LS3/5A: magical midrange, disarmingly natural voices.
Poland · since 2015
Polish tube amplifiers with a warm, silky sound and in-house transformers.
China · since 2007
Affordable DAPs, DACs and headphones; clean, dynamic sound across a huge range.
France · since 1979
Dynamic and highly detailed sound, bright treble (beryllium), impact and liveliness.
Japan · since 1973
Biodynamic headphones and full-range drivers with a direct, lively sound.
Germany · since 1929
German high-end speakers with spectacular dynamics and transparency.
Italy · since 2012
Italian electronics and turntables with a warm, rich and very musical sound.
United Kingdom · since 1906
Historic MM cartridges with a smooth, musical sound; an excellent first vinyl choice.
United States · since 1953
Open-back headphones with an electrifying midrange; rock and guitars shine.
United Kingdom · since 2011
Modern BBC monitors (LS5/9, LS3/5): accurate midrange, composed and natural listening.
Japan · since 2016
MC cartridges with a rich, silky sound; benchmark value.
United Kingdom · since 1977
BBC tradition: rare midrange naturalness, exceptional voices, fatigue-free listening.
Norway · since 1988
Power and control, taut bass, clean sound with very low distortion.
South Korea · since 2017
Streamers with large touchscreens, clear modern sound and a spectacular interface.
China · since 2007
Planar headphones with a wide stage and airy sound; excellent value.
United Kingdom · since 2012
Compact, feature-packed DACs and accessories with a dynamic, engaging sound.
United Kingdom · since 2009
Music servers with an organic, fluid sound and the polished Sense software.
Canada · since 2012
Isolation stands that clarify imaging and tighten bass; proven effectiveness.
France · since 1983
Handcrafted French tube amplifiers; sumptuous sound, enchanting midrange.
United States · since 1946
Pro-audio heritage: spectacular dynamics, ample bass, generous and physical sound.
France · since 1967
French speakers with rare musicality, silky treble, coherence and emotion.
United Kingdom · since 1961
Uni-Q coaxial: precise, even imaging with neutral and detailed sound.
United States · since 1946
High-efficiency horns: explosive dynamics, lively sound, ideal with low-power amps.
United States · since 1980
Class-A amplifiers with legendary authority, massive bass and limitless dynamics.
Germany · since 1988
Reference phono stages and headphone amps; precise, transparent sound.
United Kingdom · since 1973
Rhythm and musicality first; the LP12 and DS streaming as references.
Hong Kong · since 2012
Refined streamers with an analogue-like, fluid and detailed sound, polished interface.
Japan · since 1925
Warmth and smoothness, velvety midrange, the sonic elegance of great Japanese gear.
Denmark · since 2003
Fully digital amplification and RoomPerfect correction; exceptionally clean sound.
United States · since 2004
Ultra-rigid aluminium cabinets: absolute transparency, deep bass, no coloration.
Germany · since 1973
Affordable German speakers with dynamic sound and generous bass.
Japan · since 1953
Warm, musical sound, gentle treble, very easy to listen to.
United States · since 1972
Reference electronics with a dense, authoritative and extremely refined sound.
United States · since 1983
Electrostatic panels: unique transparency and speed, crystalline treble.
United States · since 1949
Rich, powerful and warm sound, famous blue meters and autoformers.
Romania · since 2011
Romanian headphones with gorgeous design; warm, silky and comfortable sound.
United Kingdom · since 1969
Sculptural turntables (Gyrotour); precise, airy and very stable sound.
United Kingdom · since 1977
Affordable British speakers with a balanced, smooth sound; easy to match.
United Kingdom · since 1972
Speakers with a detailed C-CAM tweeter, lively precise sound and fine finishes.
Canada · since 1980
Canadian electronics with a direct, powerful sound and superb build; 10-year warranty.
United Kingdom · since 1982
Powerful amplifiers with a full, effortless sound and generous current reserves.
Canada · since 1972
Musicality and genuine power reserve, natural sound at a sensible price.
Japan · since 1940
Japanese MM cartridges with a precise, dynamic sound and very good value.
United Kingdom · since 1973
“PRaT”: pace, rhythm and timing; an energetic, engaging sound.
France · since 2001
Handcrafted French electronics pursuing naturalness and emotion above all.
United States · since 1991
Very fast, airy cables with great openness and treble definition.
United States · since 2014
Compact class-D amps and DACs; clean, energetic sound at low prices.
Denmark · since 1918
MM and MC cartridge specialist: balance, tracking precision, wide range.
United States · since 1981
Amplifiers designed with John Curl; powerful, musical sound, exemplary reliability.
United States · since 1991
Nelson Pass class-A: dense, organic sound of rare beauty.
Italy · since 1994
Hybrid amplifiers with spectacular design; sound both warm and transparent.
United Kingdom · since 1991
ATL transmission lines: deep, controlled bass and studio-grade precision.
Sweden · since 1985
Scandinavian design, neutral and fluid sound, controlled bass.
Austria · since 1991
Affordable turntables with a balanced sound; the ideal gateway to analogue.
United Kingdom · since 1973
Warm and transparent midrange, fine soundstage, very musical sound.
Canada · since 1972
Neutral, measurement-driven Canadian speakers designed at the NRC; very honest sound.
United Kingdom · since 2006
Speakers with formidable value; smooth, balanced sound.
United Kingdom · since 1973
Neutral, reliable cables with excellent value.
United Kingdom · since 1936
British legend: ESL electrostatics and electronics with proverbial naturalness.
United Kingdom · since 1995
Open solid-wood hi-fi racks with effective decoupling and a warm look.
United Kingdom · since 1973
Light and rigid: rhythmic, lively and musical sound, iconic turntables.
United Kingdom · since 1990
Fast, musical subwoofers with high-level connection and exemplary integration.
France · since 2021
Young French brand with a rich, engaging sound and confident retro design.
United Kingdom · since 1985
Rhythmic, full British sound; the iconic Xerxes turntable.
Japan · since 1957
Honest, powerful electronics with balanced sound and solid value (Michi at the top).
Germany · since 1945
Reference headphones (HD 600/800): neutrality, comfort and exceptional soundstage.
China · since 2014
Audiophile streamers and network switches; clean, quiet sound.
United Kingdom · since 1946
Tonearms and turntables with legendary machining precision; absolute stability.
Italy · since 1990
Italian steel racks and stands, rigid and effective, with a clean look.
Italy · since 1983
Handcrafted cabinets, warm and sensual sound, gorgeous strings and voices.
Japan · since 2004
Japanese non-feedback electronics; fast, open and very natural sound.
United Kingdom · since 1969
BBC tradition: smooth, truthful midrange, composed listening, great coherence.
United Kingdom · since 1967
Hand-built pure class-A: smoothness, fluidity and tube-like warmth.
Sweden · since 1976
Shielded Swedish cables with a neutral, clean sound at very sensible prices.
United States · since 1998
Powerful, deep subwoofers with app control; a home-cinema and hi-fi benchmark.
Denmark · since 1984
Compact Danish speakers with a fast, precise sound; excellent in small rooms.
Poland · since 1990
Polish speakers and electronics with aggressive value and a full sound.
United Kingdom · since 1926
Dual Concentric coaxials: perfect imaging, ample warm sound, high efficiency.
Japan · since 1953
Well-built Japanese sources, clean detailed sound, comprehensive Reference range.
Japan · since 1965
Precision and stability (legendary direct drive), neutral and clean sound.
United Kingdom · since 2009
Award-winning British cables; coherent, natural sound, range-family approach.
Germany · since 1883
Historic suspended-chassis turntables; smooth, musical sound, vintage charm.
Germany · since 1972
Sculptural German turntables; precise, stable sound, exceptional mechanics.
France · since 1980
High efficiency, lively and detailed sound, great spontaneity.
Italy · since 1987
Italian tube amplifiers with exposed wood; warm, ample and seductive sound.
Netherlands · since 1980
Dutch cables and cartridges with a smooth, resolving sound; analogue benchmarks.
United States · since 1983
Servo-controlled subwoofers with very low distortion and physical impact.
Canada · since 1995
Handcrafted Canadian speakers with a refined, coherent and deeply musical sound.
Germany · since 1999
Well-made German cables and accessories; clear sound, premium finishes.
Austria · since 1989
Viennese speakers with a warm, refined sound, superb midrange and fine cabinetry.
Germany · since 1995
Hybrid tube/transistor amplifiers with a warm, powerful sound at contained prices.
United States · since 1978
Massive American turntables with a meaty, dynamic sound and spectacular bass.
United Kingdom · since 1932
British speakers with a smooth, warm sound, great tradition, sensible prices.
United States · since 1974
Spectacular dynamics and scale, adjustable time alignment, life-size presentation.
Japan · since 1887
Natural, neutral sound (“natural sound”), careful build, very versatile.