Combining the tactile pleasure of records with the convenience of aptX HD Bluetooth streaming, the new Alva TT V2 turntable from Cambridge Audio aims to satisfy music fans of both persuasions.
The record deck can be used in a traditional hi-fi setup, or part of a wirelessly streaming system, feeding Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Quality should remain high: aptX HD Bluetooth supports 24-bit/48kHz hi-res playback.
We’ve seen Bluetooth equipped record decks before, but few that perform at this level. Building on the Alva TT, the world’s first aptX HD Bluetooth turntable, this new iteration features an improved tonearm with detachable headshell, allowing record collectors to easily upgrade, the ability to switch Bluetooth on/off as required, and a switchable phono stage, allowing the deck to be easily integrated into an existing high-end music system.
We’ve seen Bluetooth equipped record decks before, but few that perform at this level…
The Alva TT V2 retains the original Alva TT’s direct drive system with aluminium top plate and polyoxymethylene platter, and pre-installed Alva MC cartridge.
The vinyl format may be classic, but according to industry body, the BPI, record sales recently recorded their 14th year of consecutive growth, with well over 5 million (5.3m) discs purchased in the UK, in 2021. The best selling vinyl record of 2021 was Abba’s Voyage, followed by Adele’s 30.
The Cambridge Audio Alva TT V2 sells for £,1700, and is available from Richer Sounds stores nationwide.
Combining ravishing industrial design with advanced tube technology and vibration control, Swiss audio specialist Nagra’s newest preamplifier is aimed squarely at posh audiophiles for whom price is secondary to performance. Designed and built in Romanel-sur-Lausanne, the Preamp II-S is the first component in Nagra’s Series II range, positioned between the company’s Compact and HD lines.…
Southport-based iFi audio has launched the iDSD Phantom, a statement home Hi-Fi component that serves as a high-end music streamer, preamplifier, audiophile-grade headphone amp and DAC. The Phantom moniker is no misnomer, iFi makes no secret of the fact that it’s chanelling Rolls-Royce for inspiration here. Both in terms of design and specification, the unit …
Bang & Olufsen has announced two new limited editions of its flagship loudspeaker: the Beolab 90 Phantom Edition and the Beolab 90 Mirage Edition. Part of the brand’s Atelier programme, they’re the latest in a series of highly restricted releases marking the audio brand’s centenary, limited to just ten pairs apiece globally. The Phantom and…
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Combining the tactile pleasure of records with the convenience of aptX HD Bluetooth streaming, the new Alva TT V2 turntable from Cambridge Audio aims to satisfy music fans of both persuasions.
The record deck can be used in a traditional hi-fi setup, or part of a wirelessly streaming system, feeding Bluetooth headphones or speakers. Quality should remain high: aptX HD Bluetooth supports 24-bit/48kHz hi-res playback.
We’ve seen Bluetooth equipped record decks before, but few that perform at this level. Building on the Alva TT, the world’s first aptX HD Bluetooth turntable, this new iteration features an improved tonearm with detachable headshell, allowing record collectors to easily upgrade, the ability to switch Bluetooth on/off as required, and a switchable phono stage, allowing the deck to be easily integrated into an existing high-end music system.
The Alva TT V2 retains the original Alva TT’s direct drive system with aluminium top plate and polyoxymethylene platter, and pre-installed Alva MC cartridge.
The vinyl format may be classic, but according to industry body, the BPI, record sales recently recorded their 14th year of consecutive growth, with well over 5 million (5.3m) discs purchased in the UK, in 2021. The best selling vinyl record of 2021 was Abba’s Voyage, followed by Adele’s 30.
The Cambridge Audio Alva TT V2 sells for £,1700, and is available from Richer Sounds stores nationwide.
Preamp II-S first look: Nagra brings reference-grade Swiss engineering to new luxury audio series
Combining ravishing industrial design with advanced tube technology and vibration control, Swiss audio specialist Nagra’s newest preamplifier is aimed squarely at posh audiophiles for whom price is secondary to performance. Designed and built in Romanel-sur-Lausanne, the Preamp II-S is the first component in Nagra’s Series II range, positioned between the company’s Compact and HD lines.…
iFi iDSD Phantom first review: flagship streaming headphone amp brings studio grade audio home
Southport-based iFi audio has launched the iDSD Phantom, a statement home Hi-Fi component that serves as a high-end music streamer, preamplifier, audiophile-grade headphone amp and DAC. The Phantom moniker is no misnomer, iFi makes no secret of the fact that it’s chanelling Rolls-Royce for inspiration here. Both in terms of design and specification, the unit …
Bang & Olufsen enhances flagship Beolab 90 with atelier Phantom and Mirage editions
Bang & Olufsen has announced two new limited editions of its flagship loudspeaker: the Beolab 90 Phantom Edition and the Beolab 90 Mirage Edition. Part of the brand’s Atelier programme, they’re the latest in a series of highly restricted releases marking the audio brand’s centenary, limited to just ten pairs apiece globally. The Phantom and…
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