Introducing the BMW Vision Neue Klasse, a concept car that heralds a new era in thrilling but sustainable electromobility. Embodying BMW’s commitment to reducing emissions, this visionary vehicle features the sixth-generation BMW eDrive technology. It offers a 30% increase in range, rapid charging, and superior efficiency. Inside, the fusion of technology and luxury is evident […]
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WADAX has debuted the Studio • Player, a groundbreaking entry in their new Studio lineup, at Munich High End 2024. As the inaugural WADAX Studio line product, the Studio • Player is an all-in-one digital solution combining a state-of-the-art Digital-to-Analogue conversion stage, CD transport, streamer, and digital pre-amp. This meticulously engineered player’s chassis comprises 620
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Munich High End 2024 will proudly host the unveiling of the new YG Acoustics XV 3 Signature, in its first ever, world debut, emerging as the apotheosis of the brand’s iconic XV 3 flagship. The four towers of XV 3 already bestow unparalleled audio excellence. It’s capable of huge scale and authority yet renders the
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Celebrating its 20th anniversary, YG Acoustics will present their first active world debut of the XX Live system at Munich High-End 2024. The YG Acoustics XX Live stands at the pinnacle of YG’s engineering efforts, born from an extensive multi-year research and development process. This four-way, eight-driver loudspeaker system delivers the sound quality and
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Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-AMG, and Hartan have launched a chic pushchair line featuring their innovative “Vegan Leatherette” and exclusive designs, such as the limited-edition AMG GT² in hyper blue/black, limited to 299 units. This collection offers five colorways for Mercedes-Benz and two for Mercedes-AMG, including features such as swiveling wheels, air chamber tires, adjustable handles, and climate
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Dive into the future and redefine supercar standards with the McLaren GTS. Crafted around a lightweight carbon fiber chassis that keeps the vehicle at a mere 3,351lbs, its heart—a potent 626bhp 4.0-liter V8 engine—pulses with the promise of exhilarating acceleration. Beyond its remarkable straight-line speed and impressive 412bhp-per-ton ratio, this tourer from McLaren shines in
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Unveiling the Preferidos Hors d’Age 2022 LE, La Aurora adds a masterpiece to its Hors d’Age collection, celebrated for defining the pinnacle of cigar elegance. This exquisite offering, encapsulated in an Ecuadorian wrapper, features a blend of tobaccos from the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Nicaragua, aged meticulously for over twelve years. The result is a
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Dior is set to open its first Monsieur Dior restaurant in Japan in 2025, in collaboration with Anne-Sophie Pic, the globally acclaimed Michelin-starred chef. Following the success of Café Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic at Kansai International Airport, this venture reflects Dior’s strategic dive into the French art de vivre, blending exquisite culinary art with the
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The Ming 37.04 Rose Gold is MING’s first venture into precious metals. With its debut and limited run, it’s clear they’ve wasted no effort in making this a standout piece in more than just its metallurgy. The new 37.04 is priced at CHF 48,000, with only 20 pieces stated for production. The choice of 18K
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I would like to think that I am smart enough, seasoned enough, and wise enough of an audiophile to have thought of assembling a system of these exact pairings before, but alas, I have not. Vimberg Mino tower speakers, Métronome for all-in-one digital sourcing, Karan Acoustics for pre and post amplification — all paragons of
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Acora Acoustics debuted a new Sunset Fire granite for their acclaimed VRC flagship speaker, VAC electronics powered the whole affair to show stopping heights, VPI Industries turntables provided deep insight of the grooves, while LampizatOr handled all of the digital bits and made them sing, it was Cardas Audio that tied everything together with a
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MBL Akustikgeräte of Germany pushes the envelope of both sound and experience. Often regarded as one of the most luxurious brands in high-end home audio. Partnering with United Home Audio, (re)maker of high-end Reel-to-Reel tape players, the experience we had during our listening sessions with MBL and friends was unique in presentation and represented the
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The Florida Audio Expo has been our favourite way to begin each calendar year since the high-end home audio show’s maiden voyage set sail in early 2020. Each returning visit has been highlighted by the warm embrace of the Florida gulf coast sun, but what’s got us most excited about this year’s high-end home audio
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“Jazz is Dead” a sign proclaims next to a picasso-esque portrait of Miles Davis deep into his horn. Duality is everywhere in Common Wave Hi-Fi, the Kissa-esque audio loft in Downtown Los Angeles run by Wes Katzir; rare Japanese jazz records line the walls, sharing space with vintage handheld game consoles, Parliament Funkadelic posters, Asian sculpture
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I’ve for some years now held the position that hi-fi gear, like the Alluxity INT One MkII, is furniture — that one of the things that differentiates it from professional studio or live sound setups is precisely that which audiophiles least enjoy talking about: how it fits into your living room. And yet, for those
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If there ever was a high-end company building audio components that could corrupt a monk, TIDAL Audio is it. Much like Vito Corleone’s offer you just can’t refuse, TIDAL wares are in a very exclusive club of luxury products that make everyone trustworthy ‘I couldn’t say no’ list. That is to say, if I were
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Small regional audio shows aren’t supposed to be this big. The boasting of a gazillion exhibits in the lead up to the event left some of us trembling. Capital Audiofest is considered “the east coast show” by all in and around the industry. It’s hallmark vibe (as stated earlier in our PREVIEW article) is that
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