PROS All the connectivity you could hope for Superb sound quality Can be used to boost TV audio CONS Speakers not included KEY FEATURES 2 x 65W power output; Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Spotify Connect, NFC, USB, Ethernet; CD player; DAB/DAB+/FM/AM radio; 2 optical inputs; subwoofer out Manufacturer: Denon Review Price: £349.00 WHAT IS THE DENON CEOL RCD-N9? The CEOL N9 is pretty much as connected a slice of hi-fi as you could hope for. It’s a micro system that marries the traditional functions of CD playing and radio receiving with new-fangled streaming tech. It has Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay support, Spotify...
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of Audioengine. Their products—from the small A2+ to the larger A5+ speakers— are solidly built, affordable without being cheap, and sound terrific. What’s not to like? When I reviewed the A5+ speakers, I talked about how massive they were in both weight and sound. I used to think they were great speakers—I still do, but now not as much. The venerable A5+ speakers have been upstaged in a major way by Audioengine’s new HD6 powered speakers. Audioengine has taken two steps forward and one step back with the new HD6. That step back...
What Hi*Fi? Best wireless headphones £250+, Awards 2015. Bowers & Wilkins enters the Bluetooth headphone market. Do the B&W P5 Wireless cans have what it takes to compete? Tested at £330 Our Verdict The cord is cut but the quality remains. These are excellent Bluetooth headphones For: Excellent sound Lovely design and build Easy Bluetooth operation Against: Nothing of note When a hi-fi manufacturer of Bowers & Wilkins’ pedigree makes something a little different, we sit up and listen. This time, though, we find ourselves sitting up with additional comfort and freedom of movement, because...
The all-in-1, or ‘Mini System’, isn’t a topic we often discuss here on Audio Appraisal. Such words usually hold memories of cheap, plastic budget audio systems, that are as far from hi-fi as it is possible to get. However, thanks to recent technical advancements, and an increasing lack of space in the modern living environment, all-in-1 systems are gaining in popularity even among audiophiles and music lovers. And, needing a small system for an area where a full-size separates system wasn’t viable option, I decided to investigate the offerings on the market. I reached out to the awesome folks at...
Amazing design puts these stereo speakers at the top of the pile Our Verdict – 5 Star Rating When it comes to levels of insight, little at this price even comes close For: Exceptional detail and dynamics Agile and articulate bass Seamless integration Against: Similar money buys bigger speakers that will go deeper and louder Pricey stands Spending almost eight thousand pounds on a pair of speakers, let alone standmounters, takes some justification. There’s only so much a wooden box – no matter how nicely made – and a set of drive units can cost… Yet, as we sit in...
My partner & I were looking for solution to play music in our 2 bedroom unit while waiting for our new home to be built. I’d recently sold my home and I had a really nice system professionally installed which consisted of a powerful Yamaha amp, Mirage nano sat speakers, Energy sub and Oppo disc player. So I was kinda used to a decent level of sound. All this equipment will be installed in our new home. That’s a long way off so we needed something now that sounded good and also we wanted to steam music to it via...
The Denon DP-300F is a fully automatic turntable that is well priced to rival offerings from Pro-ject and Music Hall. But does it equal them in sound? The Denon DP-300F turntable is a modern turntable manufactured by Denon. Its reasonable price will satisfy those looking for a fully automatic turntable that produces great sound. Deconstructing the Denon DP-300F Vintage Denon turntables tend to be either semi-automatic or automatic, and Denon have continued this trend with their new offerings. Also included is a cueing lever to allow the user to select tracks on the record, a must for any good automatic...
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS Built-In CD Player Digital AM/FM Radio Bluetooth with aptX, AAC, & NFC Support 1x USB-In, 1x Aux-In, 1x Headphone-Out 1x USB-Out for Charging Portable Devices Built-In Clock with IntelliAlarm Controllable via free DTA Controller App Includes IR Remote Control Listen to a powerful and versatile desktop stereo with the black Yamaha TSX-B235 Desktop Audio System. It outputs 30 total watts and has a built-in CD player to play your CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, including MP3 and WMA files. You can store your 30 favorite AM and FM stations as presets for quick tuning. The system features a USB...
Epson has another winning projector on its hands Our Verdict – 5 Star Rating Performance-wise, the EH-TW6600 delivers everything but the kitchen sink. Another success for Epson For: Punchy, crisp picture Stable, smooth delivery Rich, solid colours Thorough features Straightforward menus Simple set-up Built-in speakers go loud Against: Remote is a tad large The EH-TW6600 is, like many an Epson to have come before it, a seriously competent projector. Its picture is rich, punchy and insightful, and the complete package when it comes to build and ease-of-use. Epson has been consistently winning five stars of late (and an Award), so...
WRITTEN BY GARRY SPRINGGAY | 22 SEPTEMBER 2015 The heartland of the USA is all abuzz with talk of the new DD Audio TS series of subwoofers. Built in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the TS series woofers are designed specifically for people looking for a high performance, sound quality oriented subwoofer. To see what all the fuss was about, we had them send us the 10-inch version known as a TS1510-D2. The woofer is rated for a maximum continuous power of 400 watts and has a suggested retail price in the U.S. of $289. Features The TS1510-D2 is a dual 2-ohm voice...
