Why in the world would I want to review the Rotel A14 (website), an integrated amplifier with DAC and phono stage and headphone amplifier all sorts of features for just $1500? What is this, 1985? Am I still in college looking for an optimal amplification match for my Snell Type Js? Look over there, on the racks and around the listening room. I’ve got $10K worth of Rowland over here, and $25K worth of prime Pureaudio amplification over there. I should be set, ready to go, ready to review turntables or speaker cables or something else other than amplification. But when I got the chance to review the Rotel A14, I jumped at the chance. Again, why? Because I love doing reviews on gear from companies I know well, the brands that convinced me to fall head over heels with this hobby so many years ago. If you haven’t noticed, I love telling those stories. I love talking about my hi-fi history. Some guy in an elevator in 1992 who turns out to be Jeff Joseph and 28 years later I finally get to review his speakers. Meeting Colleen Cardas for the first time at CES—I remember meeting her, […]
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RALEIGH, NC — We’ve had a bit of a summer love affair brewing at PTA, and Focal/Naim have been at the center of it. Currently our man in so-cal Grover Neville, is reviewing the Focal Kanta N°2 tower speakers, along with the Naim Uniti Nova. Early reports from Grover on both components are eagerly positive. On the east coast our own Dave McNair and Nan Pincus are being swept away by the Focal Stellia headphones, and Focal Arche headphone amplifier. A stunning combination if I do say so myself. Finally, you may have read Marc Phillips‘ recent review of the Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation—which he really enjoyed. As you await our forthcoming reviews, do take advantage of the aggressive bundle deals from Focal/Naim that run from November 1 through December 31, 2020 (while supplies last), and include free cables (worth $500), and 5 years extended warranty when bought on bundle. All listed in full detail below. Press Release Five Easy Pieces: Focal and Naim Offer Premium Music Systems at Special Prices With a combined 88 years of handcrafted audio expertise, Focal and Naim understand how to create the very best music systems. Now they are making them even easier to […]
My review of the Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation wireless music system is now live at Part-Time Audiophile. You can read it here.
My review of the Naim Mu-so 2nd Generation wireless music system is now live at Part-Time Audiophile. You can read it here.