Hi-Fi Essentials
Hardware and treatment for a system you already own: headphones, DACs, amplifiers, streamers, isolation, racks and grounding. The next purchase after the system exists.
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This is the upgrade section rather than the starting point. It assumes you have a system, know roughly what it does well, and want to work out what to change next.
The order that usually works starts with the mechanical foundation. A rack that resonates undermines everything sitting on it, so proper support and isolation come first. Then the source, because nothing downstream can recover what a poor source has already lost. Then the electronics, and last the treatments that sit around the edges of a system, such as grounding.
Some of what is here is uncontested. Speaker stands, isolation feet and a rigid rack do measurable and audible things. Other categories, grounding in particular, divide opinion sharply, and we say so on the pages where that applies. What we will not do is recommend something we have not heard, or call a component essential when your system does not need it. Tell us what you are running and what you want to improve, and we will give you a straight answer.
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£249.99Ex. VAT
If you want to enjoy your large TV in the best possible way and ensure it's safely and securely mounted, then the Vogel's COMFORT Full-Motion+ TV wall mount is the perfect choice for you. This mount is suitable for TVs up to 100 inches in size and weighing up to 55 kg, so it will provide a secure mount for your TV. It is also TÜV certified and tested to three times its maximum weight capacity, so you can be sure your TV is being held securely in place.
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£829.17Ex. VAT
The Matrix Audio mini-i Pro 4 is an excellent choice for audiophiles who want to enjoy high-quality music streaming and a superior listening experience. It has been upgraded to the latest ES9039Q2M D/A chip from ESS and features a fully balanced amplifier circuit design, ensuring low distortion and excellent sound quality. The mini-i Pro 4 also features two headphone outputs, a 6.35mm single-ended output and a 4.4mm balanced output, allowing for flexible connection options.
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£915.83 £1,082.50Ex. VAT ✓ Save £166.67
If you're looking for an excellent streaming experience with exceptional sound quality, the Neo Stream DAC & Network Streamer is the way to go. With its powerful 16-core XMOS processor, the Neo Stream provides full MQA decoding up to 384kHz and Roon Ready certification, allowing you to stream seamlessly from your favourite online services like Tidal Connect, Spotify Connect and Apple Airplay.
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£1,416.67Ex. VAT
The Quadraspire X-Reference Hi-Fi Rack is a must-have for any serious audiophile. Its innovative design and use of high-quality materials make it the perfect choice for enhancing the performance of your HiFi system. The shelves of the X-Reference Hi-Fi Rack are made from solid bamboo, a material known for its ability to suppress vibrations. This ensures that there is minimal distortion and interference with the audio quality of your system.
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Quadraspire
Quadraspire X-Reference Signature Hi-Fi Rack - Nextel BambooSKU: Quadraspire XReference Signature
£1,416.67Ex. VATThe Quadraspire X-Reference Signature Hi-Fi Rack stands as an indispensable asset for serious audiophiles. Its cutting-edge design and utilisation of premium materials make it the ultimate choice for elevating HiFi system performance. These performance HiFi racks can effectively reduce the noise floor and expand the soundstage, ensuring a truly immersive listening experience.
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£250.00Ex. VAT
Placing HiFi components on the Quadraspire Q4 EVO rack promises a reduction in resonance, a lowered noise floor, and a wider soundstage, ultimately leading to an improved HiFi audio experience. With a selection of heights and finishes, including cherry, black, dark, and natural, customers can seamlessly integrate the rack into their style and living space.
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£375.00Ex. VAT
For those seeking to enhance their HiFi system's performance, opting for the Quadraspire SVT HiFi Rack is the key. This choice promises a reduction in resonance, a lower noise floor, and an expanded soundstage, all contributing to an elevated HiFi audio experience. Quadraspire takes pride in its British-made HiFi racks, each meticulously engineered for sound excellence. Every component of the rack is thoughtfully designed to elevate audio performance, ensuring customers enjoy an exceptional HiFi experience.
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£1,000.00Ex. VAT
For those seeking to enhance their HiFi system's performance, opting for the Quadraspire SV3T HiFi Rack is the key. This choice promises a reduction in resonance, a lower noise floor, and an expanded soundstage, all contributing to an elevated HiFi audio experience. Quadraspire takes pride in its British-made HiFi racks, each meticulously engineered for sound excellence. Every component of the rack is thoughtfully designed to elevate audio performance, ensuring customers enjoy an exceptional HiFi experience.
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£291.46 £333.32Ex. VAT ✓ Save £41.87
The Atacama Elite Eco 24 Reference Series Modular Hifi Support is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a premium, attractive and highly efficient hifi support system. This all-bamboo design comes in two colour options - natural bamboo or dark finish bamboo - and can support hifi components up to 80kg and a maximum completely assembled rack capacity of 250kg.
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£500.00Ex. VAT
For those seeking to enhance their HiFi system's performance, opting for the Quadraspire SVT Wall Bracket is the key. This choice promises a reduction in resonance, a lower noise floor, and an expanded soundstage, all contributing to an elevated HiFi audio experience. Quadraspire takes pride in its British-made HiFi furniture, each product meticulously engineered for sound excellence. Every component of the bracket is thoughtfully designed to elevate audio performance, ensuring customers enjoy an exceptional HiFi experience.
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£165.83Ex. VAT
With its portable Bluetooth DAC/AMP, the AK HB1 offers the best performance without the hassle of cables. This device effortlessly delivers high-quality audio and Hi-Fi streaming services, giving you the freedom to experience music like never before. Equipped with the ESS ES9281AC PRO DAC, separate DAC and AMP, and a powerful built-in amplifier, the AK HB1 provides a premium Hi-Fi experience.
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From£416.67Ex. VAT
This meticulously designed stand offers the perfect balance of form and function, resulting in an unparalleled listening experience. One of the key factors that sets the Q6014 stand apart is its use of solid bamboo ply. This natural material not only adds a touch of elegance to your setup, but also plays a crucial role in reducing resonance and minimising the noise floor.