Best active speakers 2024: our experts pick the top pairs with built …
2024年11月8日 · However you choose to set them up, there are plenty of options when it comes to music playback; AirPlay 2, Google Chromecast and DLNA are all supported, plus there are balanced XLR, Toslink/optical, USB and 3.5mm inputs. There’s also a subwoofer connection if you'd like to add more bass power, but low-end heft is not something these speakers ...
Technics SU-R1000 review - What Hi-Fi?
2021年5月20日 · Connectivity is impressive, too. There are three line-level inputs, one of which is a balanced XLR, alongside preamp outs and power amp ins, as well as a record loop. There are also balanced and single-ended options for the MM/MC phono stage, though the XLR input is limited to just moving coil cartridges.
Chord Ultima Integrated review - What Hi-Fi?
2024年6月17日 · The controls are as simple as they come, but note that pressing the volume dial changes input with the colour of the LED ring behind it signifying the one chosen. That LED ring can glow red, yellow, green or blue as the unit switches from Input 1 to Input 4. It is a neat system but may be an issue for the colour-blind.
Best phono preamps 2024: budget to high-end, tried and tested
2024年11月13日 · Alongside a standard single-ended phono input – something that will be used by the vast majority of decks around – it can also accept a balanced signal in the form of a mini XLR 5-pin connector. Thankfully, convenience is far from the MX-VYNL's only strength - sound is wonderfully transparent and detailed, digging up low-level instrumental ...
Best computer speakers 2024: upgrade your desktop audio with …
2024年10月1日 · Award winners do everything with a flourish. They're pretty basic regarding set-up and function – just hook them up to your source via their balanced XLR or RCA inputs and you’re away. There’s no Bluetooth, but you can always affordably attach a separate module (such as the iFi Zen Blue) post-purchase.
Denon unveils its new line-up of 8K AVRs with Dolby Atmos, HDMI …
2022年9月30日 · Capable of driving a 7.4.6 system, the AVC-A1H includes processing for up to four subwoofers and includes four assignable balanced XLR outputs, a rarity on domestic AV devices. All seven of its HDMI inputs and three outputs support HDMI 2.1 and 8K video signals at 60fps. The AVC-A1H will be released in early 2023 priced at £6000 / $6500 / AU ...
Pro-Ject treads new ground with a fresh phono stage and its first …
2023年11月3日 · Along with the usual unbalanced RCA connections, the Tube Box DS3 B also features balanced XLR input and output options – a first for a Pro-Ject phono stage. The company says the result of using these outputs should be a cleaner, clearer performance thanks to the reduced noise and higher gain typically associated with balanced connections.
Cyrus now offers stereo power amplifiers for its flagship XR and ...
2023年11月9日 · There's also a pair of speaker terminals and a daisy-chain input that allows you to connect additional power amps. The Classic Power includes a port for the PSX-R2 power supply, while the Power-XR hosts a port for the newer, step-up PSU-XR supply which, says Cyrus, "raises the bar by sourcing no less than five independent regulated supplies in ...
Best music streamers 2024: top network audio players tested by …
2024年10月15日 · As well as the raft of HDMI inputs, it has USB Type B, optical and a pair of coaxials (in BNC form) and analogue equivalents in Balanced XLR and single-ended RCA (x2) form. The big technology highlight is the introduction of the Organik digital-to-analogue circuitry, Linn’s first in-house DAC design that has been developed from first ...
JBL 4329P Studio Monitor review - What Hi-Fi?
2024年11月15日 · There’s balanced XLR (with a sensitivity switch for -10dB or +4dB), 3.5mm aux, and Toslink/optical and USB Type B that both support PCM files up to 192kHz. A subwoofer output can facilitate a 2.1 system with an external subwoofer for those who crave more bass, though those who find they have too much (the speakers are close to a wall, perhaps ...