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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£6,665.83Ex. VATIf you are looking for a digital music library that offers high sound quality and a range of features that make it easy to enjoy your music collection, then the Dela N5 Digital Music Library is the perfect choice for you. This digital music library features a high-grade low noise internal linear power supply and extensive pro-grade connectivity, providing superior audio quality that is sure to please even the most discerning audiophile.
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The Campfire Audio Andromeda 'Emerald Sea' IEM Earphones stand out for their re-engineered design, featuring updated balanced armatures that deliver a warm, emotionally rich sound signature with precise detail. Incorporating Knowles' Dual-Diaphragm balanced armatures and Campfire Audio's Phase Harmony Engineering and T.A.E.C. technology, these earphones offer exceptional comfort, durability, and immersive audio quality, making them a top choice for discerning audiophiles.
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SALE£27.50 £33.29Ex. VAT ✓ Save £5.79Are you looking for a tilting TV wall mount that you can install quickly and easily? If so, a QUICK Tilt TV wall mount is the perfect choice. You can mount your TV firmly and safely on the wall in max. 20 minutes. Set up the perfect viewing angle by tilting the display 5°, 10° or 15°. Ideal if your TV is mounted a bit higher on the wall, for example in the bedroom.
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iFi Audio SupaNOVA Active IEC UK Mains Power Cable 1.8m - Special Offer - Black November DealSKU: iFi SupaNOVA UK 1.8m Special Offer
£332.46 £415.83Ex. VAT ✓ Save £83.38The iFi Audio SupaNOVA is a must-have for any audiophile looking to improve their audio experience. With its multi-faceted active power cable, this product effectively eliminates noise from dirty mains power and adds clarity to your favourite sounds. The difference is truly noticeable, and the sound quality is enhanced thanks to the revolutionary SilentPower range that tackles mains-related noise.
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£54.12Ex. VATThe VLB 200 universal loudspeaker wall mount is ideal for bookshelf speakers, weighing up to 20kg. -
£404.17Ex. VATAtlas Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even high quality IEMs (In Ear Monitors). Brands typically offering compatible connectors include Beyer Dynamic, Shure and Ultrasone. -
£2,375.00Ex. VATThe QSource is a fanless Linear Power Supply designed specifically for hi-fi audio applications. By providing a stable, clean output of DC power at select voltages, while maintaining extremely low noise levels, the QSource enhances the audio imagery of a sound system by improving sonic articulation, heightening dynamics, and expanding the sound stage.
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£374.17Ex. VATThe LPS-205 by NuPrime is an excellent 5V power supply for low power devices like DACS and streamers, featuring two DC outputs as well as two USB outputs. The LPS-205 and LPS-212 both benefit from a fanless design which aids their low-noise performance, and come with a DC to micro-USB adaptor to boost their compatibility with your audio equipment. -
£333.33Ex. VATThe standard Orange Lan Jitters aim to refine your music listening with a natural, analogue-like sound and a range of sonic improvements, thanks to QSA's proprietary techniques. Designed to provide a deeper, more immersive audio experience over time, they cater to those seeking relaxation or an enhanced music journey, offering clearer, more detailed, and natural sound across all listening levels..
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£1,165.83Ex. VATThe Campfire Audio Bonneville IEM Earphones offer a unique hybrid design combining a 10mm Dynamic Driver and Custom BA for mids with dual balanced armatures for highs, resulting in a precise and immersive sound experience. Constructed with Campfire Audio's patented Solid Body Design and featuring Phase Harmony Engineering, these earphones deliver exceptional structural integrity and optimised driver performance, all meticulously handcrafted in the United States for audiophiles seeking unparalleled sound quality.
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£1,915.83Ex. VATThe Astell&Kern SP3000M Digital Audio Player offers exceptional sound quality in a compact design. Featuring HEXA audio circuitry, four AK4499EX DACs, and TERATON ALPHA technology, it provides lag-free, crystal-clear audio with 130dB SNR. Powered by a Snapdragon 6125 Octa-core processor and 8GB memory, the SP3000M ensures fast performance. Designed with a premium leather case and VU Meter GUI, it’s the ultimate portable Hi-Fi audio player for audiophiles on the go.
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