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Product Launch: NAGAOKA MP-700 – Next-Generation High-End Cartridge With the MP-700, NAGAOKA – the traditional Japanese manufacturer of high-quality audio components – proudly presents the new flagship of its renowned MP series. The cartridge will be available from May 31, 2025 in two versions: the MP-700 and the MP-700H, the latter including a premium headshell. […]
New Product Introduction: Ortofon MC X Series – Classics Reimagined Technical Evolution of Historic Models Ortofon has a long history of successful Moving Coil systems. Models like the MC 10, MC 20, and MC 30 have established themselves through high precision and sound quality. With the new MC X Series, this heritage is continued in […]
ORTOFON SPU GTX S and SPU GTX E: From “Revival” to “Reinvention” Ortofon is expanding its renowned SPU series with the SPU GTX S and SPU GTX E models, introducing a new generation of cartridges that blend traditional sound design with modern audio technology innovations. An Innovative Step for the SPU GT Series With the […]
The Ortofon Concorde Music cartridges (often referred to as Ortofon CC Music) combine exceptional performance with iconic design, crafted by music enthusiasts for music enthusiasts. They are a tribute to the profound impact music has on our lives, transforming every listening session into a captivating experience. As one of the most globally recognized cartridge designs, […]
JICO Synthetic Diamond Tips – Japan Follows the Evolution in Stylus Technology In an era where diamond are becoming scarce or simply too expensive (Synthetic diamonds are more affordable than diamond and their supply is stable), Swiss pioneers in the world of audio technology switched to synthetic diamonds years ago in response. This decision led […]
Preview of what is coming or already in Germany but not yet visible in the store (we are working diligently on it)*: Designation Color Diamond, cut Cantilever UVP NUDE 192-44G N44G SHURE DK.GRY Nude diamond, conical cut Aluminium shortly NUDE 192-44G IMPROVED SHURE DK.GRY Nude diamond, conical cut Aluminium shortly NUDE 192-44-7 N44 7 SHURE […]
Soundsmith? Tells me something… If you’re dealing with analog technology, you may have come across the company Soundsmith from the U.S.A. or Peter Ledermann. But what do the guys (if we can call them that) from the States actually do, and who is this Mr. Ledermann? Peter Ledermann is a researcher, tinkerer, and critic when […]
Nagaoka Nagaoka claims to currently handle around 90 % of the world’s processing of stylus diamonds, taking a leading role in this highly specialized field. In the first decades after its founding, Nagaoka focused primarily on precision jewelry manufacturing. Today, the company takes pride in its microfabrication technology, which sets international standards for working with hard-to-process […]
Listening to mono records is fashionable again. An unprecedented range of “mono cartridges” and special phono equalizers is suddenly available again. For the music lover, the question is whether he needs all this, and if so, what does he actually need? What kind of “sound” can one get out of such old mono records at […]
Update 7/30/2021 It has come true, after almost 2 years delivery time the replacement needle for the Audio Technica ATN 13 EaV is now available: Audio Technica ATN 13 EaV black | BLACK DIAMOND It could hardly be better! The postman has just brought a package from analogis. And I can hardly believe my eyes, […]
