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Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
Description: 7 Inch round LED Hi-Lo headlight beam. Universal fitment, such as fit for Harley, Jeep. Low consumption, efficient, energy-saving and protect environment. Durable, long life, optimized heat sink design. Waterproof, dustproof, anti-explosion. PACKAGE INCLUDES: 1 X 7” LED HEADLIGHT We are at Shop 43 Frontline between the Postnet & Simply Asia Moffet on Main Lifestyle centre Charlo (Port Elizabeth) Mon to Fri 9:00 to 18:00 Closed Fri from 12:15 to 14:15 Sat 9:00 to 15:00 We will be open every Sunday till Christmas Sun 9:00 to 14:00 Public holidays 9:00 to 15:00 Debit & Credit cards Accepted
R 599,98
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South Africa (All cities)
High performance outdoor speakers with outstanding sound quality and weatherproofing. The simple design allows them to be installed in many types of locations. Yamaha’s advanced speaker design combines superior sound quality with excellent weatherproofing Powerful woofer delivers accurate mid/low frequency response Balanced dome tweeter ensures clear high frequency response Excellent audio performance, weatherproof cabinets that are drip, water and UV resistant These speakers have a clean, simple design that will look attractive in any location on the exterior of your house, and even present a tasteful appearance when used in an interior installation.
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Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
High density Lithium Polymer rechargeable Battery 2-6 hours notebook power (depending on the voltage setting and the notebook’s specification) Can be used internationally Robust and compact Also charges your cellphone and other digital devices Output auto-lock to ensure notebook safety Variable voltages: 8.4V/9.5V/12V/16V/19V/24V or USB 5V Voltage / Current limitation protection Short circuit protection Anti-discharge protection Over-charging protection Over-heat protection (powergorilla will auto shut-off if the internal battery overheats due to prolonged exposure to sunlight or other heat source) Output capacity: 21,000 mAh in 5V mode 12,500 mAh in 8.4V mode 11,000 mAh in 9.5V mode 8,750 mAh in 12V mode 6,500 mAh in 16V mode 5,500 mAh in 19V mode 4,200 mAh in 24V mode Output currents: 5V: 1A Max 8.4V/9.5V/12V: 3A Max 16V: 2.5A Max 19V: 2.5A Max 24V: 1.5A Max Supplied with 9 x mobile device tips: Retractable USB Cable with DC3.5 tip, DC2.0 (mini Nokia), Micro USB, Mini USB, Samsung, LG, Sony Ericsson, DC 4.0 (Sony PSP), connector for Nintento DS-Lite 15 x gorillanut tips: 8 x Male straight tips and 7 x Female right angled tips In-car socket DC extension cable (80cm) Protective storage case
R 3.900
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Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
High quality materials, durable, professional design. Small style columns premium tweeter unit makes the sound clearer and brighter. Sleek and elegant design, all-metal cover, dust- and corrosion-resistant. A quick and easy way to connect, with a connection effect, a sound bar, with the phone through the audio cable connection, and then open the music player to play music. Clear sound quality, professional audio engineer tuning, and using unique noise reduction technology. For parks, schools, shopping malls, railway stations, factory floor and other occasions. APPROX 27CM X 20CM X10CM We are at Shop 43 Frontline between the Postnet & Simply Asia Moffet on Main Lifestyle centre Charlo (Port Elizabeth) Mon to Fri 9:00 to 18:00 Closed Fri from 12:15 to 14:15 Sat 9:00 to 15:00 We will be open every Sunday till Christmas Sun 9:00 to 14:00 Public holidays 9:00 to 15:00 Debit & Credit cards Accepted
R 899
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South Africa
LinkAV -C650H 1W HD Cofdm Wireless Aircraft Transmitters advantages: Mainly used in UAV video Aerial photography transmission scenario, the device will transmit video signal to the handheld receiver and display video images,can do real-time monitoring. LinkAV -C650H-HD mini portable HD wireless video transmission equipment is new generation of real-time broadcast-quality high-resolution image transmission system. It adopts the current leading COFDM modulation technology and relative narrow-band frequency 1.25/2.5/6/7/8MHz(optional), it has the strong anti-jamming capability, overcomes the reflection and cover caused by transmission multipath simulation technique and conventional modulation techniques, to realize high-speed photography and real-time transmit high quality image in NLOS or complicated working environment. 1. High quality digital video processing 2. COFDM modulation, H.264 coding and encoding 3. Vibration and shock resistant 4. Real-time transmission system, delay time for end-to-end is less than 500ms; 5. Great action ability, can transmit images voice stably in the condition of high speed movement and multi-path interference. 6. Support NLOS (non-line of sight) transmission, strong diffraction capability; 7. Long range transmission distance; 8. Spatial diversity reception ability, support high-speed mobile transmission. 9. Stable signals, image clear and stable, has no mosaic or drag phenomenon. 10. Extreme lightweight and rugged housing ,mini size. Applications: Our main products are COFDM, TDD and 4G wireless video transmitter & receiver, which are widely used in city security, police forces, forest fire prevention surveillance, harbor wharf video surveillance, construction sites surveillance, tunnel, oil field, UAV, automobile surveillance, Fire Services, Port Security, Homeland Security, Traffic Management, Police Technical Support Units, Special Forces, Military Command and Control Posts, Airport, Border Control, Major Incident Support etc. COFDM Video transmitter Anti-electromagnetic interference performance: It has superior performance against frequency selective fading or narrow bandwidth interference and signal waveform interference. It has strong anti-fading ability, through each subcarrier joint coding. In single carrier system(digital microwave, spread spectrum system, etc), single decline or interference will result in all communication link failure. But in multiple carrier COFDM system, only a few subcarriers will be interfered What’s more, these sub-channel can adopt ECC to correct error, to guarantee the transmission low error rate. COFDM Video transmitter Anti-multipath fading: It can confront signal waveform interference effectively; suitable for multi-path environment and fading channel high-speed data transmission. When the frequency selective fading appear in the channel because of multi-path transmission, only the sub-carrier, which fell over the band depression, and the information carried will be affected. Other sub-carriers will not be affected. Thus, the system total error rate performance will be much better.
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South Africa
LinkAV-C322H-2W DIGITAL COFDM MINI TRANSMITTER SYSTEM advantage: 1. Working frequency can be adjustable between 300MHz and 900MHz; 2. High quality digital video processing ,H.264 encoding and decoding; 3. COFDM digital modulation technology and H.264 image compression technology. 4. Real-time transmission system, delay time for end-to-end is less than 500ms; 5. Good diffraction ability, can transmit images voice stably in the condition of high speed movement and multi-path interference. 6. Strong (NLOS) Non-light of sight transmission capacity; 7. Customized transmitting power 2~5W; 8. Large Broadband output power (2W),adjustable power, Long distance transmission; 9. Spatial diversity reception ability, support high-speed mobile transmission. 10. Stable signals, image clear and stable, has no mosaic or drag phenomenon. 11. Support two-way voice Intercom cofdm, and comes with PTZ control and data transmission; 12. Small volume, light weight, easy to installation and operation. 13. Low power consumption, excellent heat dissipation, working temperature≤45℃; 14. LinkAV Patent,Integrated design built-in battery and outside core power interface; 15. Power stability, 21 to 35 dBm adjustable dynamic power; COFDM Video transmitter Anti-electromagnetic interference performance: It has superior performance against frequency selective fading or narrow bandwidth interference and signal waveform interference. It has strong anti-fading ability, through each subcarrier joint coding. In single carrier system(digital microwave, spread spectrum system, etc), single decline or interference will result in all communication link failure. But in multiple carrier COFDM system, only a few subcarriers will be interfered What’s more, these sub-channel can adopt ECC to correct error, to guarantee the transmission low error rate. COFDM Video transmitter Anti-multipath fading: It can confront signal waveform interference effectively; suitable for multi-path environment and fading channel high-speed data transmission. When the frequency selective fading appear in the channel because of multi-path transmission, only the sub-carrier, which fell over the band depression, and the information carried will be affected. Other sub-carriers will not be affected. Thus, the system total error rate performance will be much better.
R 2.500
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South Africa (All cities)
Legendary USA manufactured loudspeakers. In very good condition. Will need very good amplification of at least 150 watts/rms per channel. 1.62 Meter high with a 10″ bass driver. Will need some space to disperse correctly. Imaging, build and sound quality unbelievable with tight bass response (best of both worlds). For the hi-end stereo audiophiles. Specifications:- The Ascent i hybrid speaker system consists of a broad range single element electrostatic transducer integrated with a quick-response woofer. This approach takes advantage of the benefits that both technologies have to offer. Dispersion is a controlled 30 degrees. This was achieved by curving the electrostatic transducer element itself, an elegantly simple solution. System Frequency Response 35–22,000 Hz ± 3db Dispersion Horizontal: 30 Degrees Vertical: 4’ (122 cm) Line Source Sensitivity 90 dB/2.83 volts/meter Impedance Nominal: 4 ohms Minimum: 1.2 ohms @ 20 kHz Crossover Frequency 280 Hz Components Custom-wound audio transformer, air core coils, polypropylene capacitors Woofer Type 10″ (25 cm) high excursion, high rigidity cone with extended throw driver assembly, Non-resonance chamber format Bass Control Switch-3 dB below 200 Hz Power Handling 200 watts per channel Recommended Amplifier Power 80–200 watts per channel Weight – each (32.5kg) Measurements – (33 W × 55.9 D × 162.6 H cm) Pics from the net.
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Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
Digital platform scale manufactured with advanced high precision sensors to provide you refined accuracy up to a large weight range, Easy to clean and use. Makes it ideal to measure jewellery, coins, gold, silver, gemstones, medicine, and cooking ingredients with high precision. When operating the scale place it on a levelled surface. Weight: 500g Material: Metal Wire-drawing Stainless Steel Scale size: 130mm*109mm*20 mm x W x H) Measurement Unit: CT, dwt, ozt, g, oz, and gn Screen: Blue backlight LCD Display Screen Sensor: High-precision Sensor Precision:0.01g Power Supply: AAA Battery*2 (The batteries are included) Package list: 1 x Precision Balance scale 1 x Instruction Book 1 big Tray, 1xSmall Tray The weigh scale can be converted to 6 units (ct, dwt, ozt, g, oz, and gn) at random. With the intelligent shutdown, the weigh scale will shut down automatically when there is no operation for 60-90 seconds. A high-precision sensor enables a graduation value of 0.01g. The weigh scale presents a surface of metal wire-drawing stainless steel, ABS plastic base and LCD digital display screen. We are at Shop 43 Frontline between the Postnet & Simply Asia Moffet on Main Lifestyle centre Charlo (Port Elizabeth) Mon to Fri 9:00 to 18:00 Closed Fri from 12:15 to 14:15 Sat 9:00 to 15:00 We will be open every Sunday till Christmas Sun 9:00 to 14:00 Public holidays 9:00 to 15:00 Debit & Credit cards Accepted
R 149
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Paarl (Western Cape)
*BRAND NEW* H96 MINI ANDROID 9 TV BOX ALLWINNER H6 4GB RAM 128GB ROM - H96 mini H6 Android 9.0 TV box comes with 6K Ultra-clear image. It will bring you a feeling of being there. Enjoy highest definition viewing screen with family and friends. With it, you will turn your home into cinema. Kindly note DSTV Now & Netflix have been pre-installed. Main Features: - Android 9.0 - CPU: Allwinner H6 Quad Core 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 - GPU: High-performance multi-core GPU Mali T720 - RAM: 4GB DDR3 - Memory size: 128GB - Multi-language support - Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4G/5G - Bluetooth: 4.0 - Ethernet: 10/100Mbps - Supported Media format: AVI / RM / RMVB / TS / VOB / MKV / MOV / ISO / WMV / ASF / FLV / DAT / MPG / MPEG / MP4 / HD MPEG1/2/4 / H.264 / HD AVC/VC-1 / Xvid/DivX3/4/5/6 / RealVideo8/9/10 - Supported Music format: MP3 / WMA / AAC / WAV / OGG / AC3 / DDP / TrueHD / DTS / HD / FLAC / APE - Supported Photo format: HD / JPEG / BMP / GIF / PNG / TIFF - Supported Decoder format: VP9 - 10 Profile - 2 up to 6K 30fps, H.265 HEVC MP-10 L5.1 up to 6K 30fps, H.264 AVC HP L5.1 up to 4K x 2K 30fps, H.264 MVC up to 1080P 60fps, MPEG-4 ASP L5 up to 1080P 60fps (ISO - 14496), WMV / VC-1 SP / MP / AP up to 1080P@60fps, AVS-P16(AVS+) / AVS-P2 JiZhun Profile up to 1080P 60fps, MPEG-2 MP / HL up to 1080P 60fps (ISO - 13818), MPEG-1 MP / HL up to 1080P 60fps (ISO - 11172), RealVideo 8 / 9 / 10 up to 1080P 60fps - WebM up to VGA multiple language - Multiple languages and multiple format sub-title video support - MJPEG and JPEG unlimited pixel resolution decoding (ISO / IEC - 10918) - Supports JPEG thumbnail, scaling, rotation, and transition effects - High definition video output SD / HD max. 6K resolution - DLNA files sharing - 1 x HDMI 2.0 up to 6K output with HDR, CEC and HDCP 2, 6K 30fps max resolution output - 1 x USB 2.0 and 1 x USB3.0 (Support USB disk and USB HDD) - 1 x RJ45 port - 10/100Mbps - 1 x Power input 5V / 2A - Product code: IS-H96MINI-4128 NB: 1/ Kindly note that DSTV Now & Netflix are pre-installed. 2/ For Apps which are designed for touchscreen devices, a combination of keys on the standard remote are required for scrolling. 3/ An Air mouse or wireless mouse is highly recommended. 4/ We do not recommend updating DSTV Now & Netflix Apps as they might not work properly. 5/ Avoid resetting the device as DSTV Now & Netflix might not work as a result. 6/ If your internet speed is fast, it can achieve maximum. But if it slows down, the resolution will automatically decline to keep smooth. It’s a normal phenomenon. The resolution depends on your network speed. 7/ This device is not Google certified. 8/ AAA batteries are not included in the package. What's in the box 1 x TV box, 1 x HD cable, 1 x Standard remote, 1 x AC adapter and 1 x User manual ~ Delivery Available - Location Dependent ~ ~Find out more at: www.lotuson.co.za~
R 1.300
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South Africa (All cities)
A Pure Power 3000 Plus for sale. The perfect solution for any audio system in our country, due to the current Escom problems with load shedding. This UPS is designed for audio applications and is a True audiophile component which is Made in Canada. This enables you to leave your HIFI connected without any worries about the surge when power is restored. The unit has all the possible upgrades done to it. Furutech USA-NCF outlets(4-way). New High Quality batteries have been fitted recently into its battery supply backup unit. Battery replacement need to be done every 3 to 4 years. That will depend on the load that the unit is running. Includes a Top of the Range Furutech Power Cable with 20Amp Connector. This cable alone will cost R16000 for replacement. The price for a standard unit is 6500 British Pounds. After exchange rate and duties and transport this unit will set you back more than R250000. These are heavy and solidly built. Reason for sale, have taken whole house completely of the grid. I have the Original packaging. The closest to this would be a Stromtank which would set you back more than 20 times the asking price.
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South Africa (All cities)
A Pure Power 3000 Plus for sale. The perfect solution for any audio system in our country, due to the current Escom problems with load shedding. This UPS is designed for audio applications and is a True audiophile component which is Made in Canada. This enables you to leave your HIFI connected without any worries about the surge when power is restored. The unit has all the possible upgrades done to it. Furutech USA-NCF outlets(4-way). New High Quality batteries have been fitted recently into its battery supply backup unit. Battery replacement need to be done every 3 to 4 years. That will depend on the load that the unit is running. Includes a Top of the Range Furutech Power Cable with 20Amp Connector. This cable alone will cost R16000 for replacement. After exchange rate and duties and transport this unit will set you back more than R250000. These are heavy and solidly built. Reason for sale, have taken whole house completely of the grid. I have the Original packaging. The closest to this would be a Stromtank which would set you back more than 20 times the asking price.
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South Africa (All cities)
The best Bb'&'W speaker by far!!!! (Google the reviews, specs and history if you don’t believe me) Extreme rare find. (very few of them ever imported to the RSA) Please google for reviews and you will find that this speaker is regarded as Better than the 800 series. Manufactured in the early 2000’s for the 30th anniversary of this legendary British company. Build quality out of this world!! (just have a look at the internal bracing as shown in the pics) 37 kg each. just over a meter high 1x 1 inch metal dome silver coiled tweeter. 1x 7 inch kevlar cone silver coiled mid/bass driver. 1x 7 inch aliminium cone bass driver. The x over unit has silver wiring in its signal path. All internal wiring – pure silver. Will need very hi end amplification of about 150 – 200 watts/rms. (89db sensitivity) The retail price of this was about R130000.00 (In current rand/dollar value about R250000.00) In very good condition. Finished in a beautiful red birds eye piano gloss. Pics from the net. I will not react/reply to “is this still available? messages. Please contact/whatsapp me directly on cell. 0826650057, if interested. My price R59000.00
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Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
The G-sensor dash cam provides peace of mind by continuously recording the road ahead of you in 1080P FULL HD video resolution. The accident auto detection feature (G-Sensor) can lock data to memory & the built-in low illumination 170° wide angel lens, are made by 6 layers of A+ high transmittance glass making this the perfect dash cam. Features: Multi-language support Low illumination high-definition video, dual camera 1080P&720P the front camera is Full HD 1080P(1920*1080) the rear view camera is 720P The built-in low illumination high previous to light 170° wide angel lens, was made by 6 layers of A+ high transmittance glass, add a variety of intelligent processing technology, extreme image, dual camera with all glass 4.0 inch IPS HD display screen Support Picture in Picture two camera can display on the screen simultaneously Support G-sensor, automatically recording video and lock file when accident occurred, is the best evidence for you Support excellent night Vision, can capture clear images in low light condition High sensitivity parking monitoring Support loop recording: automatically overwrites oldest video file with newest Support reversing video camera Support Motion detection WDR-Wide Dynamic Range image processing The ultimate video processing ensuring you can record and view clearly on the brightest day and darkest night LDWS function (advanced driver-assistance systems), identify the lane automatically, it will remind you attention when the vehicle out off lane line FCWS function Impact sensitivity adjustment automatically lock file Drive start simultaneously The biggest support 32 GB TF card (access speed class 10,card not included) Can charge while video Image monitor the real-time recording output Connect to computer with USB, can charge Mainly powered by car charge, automatically turns off to protect the battery when it is down Easy to install with help of suction bracket Short press the up key to switch camera, long press the up key to shutdown sound, short press the down key to take pictures, short press the mode key to lock file while recording YSL MOMENTS SHOP 43 (FRONTLINE between POSTNET & SIMPLY ASIA) Moffett On Main Lifestyle Centre, 109 17th Ave, CHARLO, Port Elizabeth Operating Times: MON TO FRI = 9AM TO 6PM FRIDAYS CLOSED 12:15 TO 14:15 SATURDAYS = 9AM TO 3PM PUBLIC HOLIDAYS = 9AM TO 2PM Open Last sunday of every month 9AM TO 2PM DEBIT & CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED
R 999
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Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape)
Description: HID stands for High Intensity Discharge. HID lights are the brightest auto lights today. In HID lights, the filament is replaced by the Xenon gas. When exposed to high voltage, the gas is ignited and produces a beam of light which is 3 times brighter than the regular halogen bulbs. Advantages of HID Lamps: 1. High brightness and low power consumption 2. They are closer to natural daylight in colour and light your way more effectively. 3. You can see things more clearly in bad weather and at night. 4. They are brighter than halogen lamps. 5. Long service life 7. High quality technology Package Content: 2 x D2S 6000K Xenon Bulbs We are at Shop 43 Frontline between the Postnet & Simply Asia Moffet on Main Lifestyle centre Charlo (Port Elizabeth) Mon to Fri 9:00 to 18:00 Closed Fri from 12:15 to 14:15 Sat 9:00 to 15:00 We will be open every Sunday till Christmas Sun 9:00 to 14:00 Public holidays 9:00 to 15:00 Debit & Credit cards Accepted
R 229
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South Africa (All cities)
What’s not to like about this cute little bit of kit? iFi’s new ZEN Stream is a small streamer designed to be partnered with any USB DAC – such as the company’s own ZEN DAC V2, more of which later. It is uniquely flexible for its £399 price, allowing direct connection to services such as Spotify Connect, Qobuz and Tidal Connect (with decoding of MQA mastered material), UPnP, AirPlay, and Roon, via the matching app. It is compatible with a wide range of audio formats up to 384kHz PCM and DSD256, and its open-source architecture means that more functionality is promised via future firmware updates. A series of coloured LEDs indicate the sampling rate and format in use, but lack of space precludes visual display of your album artwork. It’s powered by an external plug-top 9V DC power supply, and there are dual USB sockets plus a S/PDIF coaxial RCA output. If partnered with a ZEN DAC V2, it powers the latter via its USB socket, and iFi supplies the correct USB cable. The ZEN Stream is designed to work with any USB DAC, which is great because you don’t have to commit to another DAC when you buy this streamer. For example, many people have their specific favourites that they’ve built their systems around and don’t want to change them. b'/xc2/xa0' I also tried iFi’s matching £299 ZEN DAC V2 (pictured directly above and below) running its latest firmware during this review. It’s a compact 32-bit desktop design, built to partner USB sources, so there is no S/PIDF coaxial or optical TOSLINK optical input. Although usable as part of a hi-fi system, it’s very much aimed at headphone users wanting a high-quality DAC/headphone amp at a keen price. Both 6.3mm unbalanced and 4.4mm balanced Pentaconn headphone sockets can be found on the front panel, plus a balanced 4.4mm line output round the back. A standard set of unbalanced RCA audio outputs is fitted, with a switch to toggle between fixed and variable operation. The former seems to sound slightly better than the variable and is around 3dB louder too. There’s a Power Match option for headphone users to optimise output for IEM and over-ear headphones, plus a TrueBass feature to boost the bass performance for a more even response between high and low frequencies. TrueBass only affects the headphone outputs. b'/xc2/xa0' I found a small but noticeable difference in sound quality between the high and low Power Match options, by the way. The higher gain option sounds sharper and more immediate. When I increased the volume level on the lower gain setting, it sounded smoother and less immediate. Headphone power output is claimed to be 280mW (unbalanced) or 380mW (balanced) into headphones with an impedance of 120 to 600 ohms. Even using some old low-efficiency AKG K340s, I could achieve fairly high volume levels with the volume around the 2 o’clock setting. Both these iFi products run fairly cool. The streamer gets mildly warm to the touch after an hour or so, but the DAC doesn’t, even when powering headphones at fairly high volume levels. There’s no on/off switch, which suggests the items might be meant to be left powered-up. The ZEN DAC V2 is powered from 5V DC, obtained from a USB socket. A power socket is provided, but no external power supply unit is included. Compared to iFi’s original ZEN DAC, the latest V2 features an XMOS 16-core chip rather than an 8-core type; this boosts audio processing power and increases clock speed and memory, the company says. The V2 also has an updated crystal clock offering reduced jitter, it is claimed, plus MQA decoding. Build quality is impressive for the price. The all-metal construction of these units feels solid, and the buttons and controls have a smooth positive feel. The level of finish is good, and the tapered wing-like shape looks attractive and stylish. Top marks here! THE LISTENING My daily streamer is an Auralic Altair G2, which is many times the cost of iFi’s ZEN Stream – but not many times as good. I found the Auralic sounded more subtly delineated, but the improvement in no way reflected the price difference, showing what fine value the iFi is. The Auralic’s sonic superiority was quite noticeable when I first switched between the two, but as is so often the case with hi-fi, this seemed to grow less significant once I’d listened for half an hour or so. To my ears, the ZEN Stream punches way above its weight. b'/xc2/xa0' For example, playing a recent MQA title on TIDAL – an album called Bach; A Strange Beauty – with pianist Simone Dinnerstein – I was impressed by the sheer power and sonority of the recording when streamed through the iFi, which sounded impressively rich. It really was good. Solo piano tracks sounded lucid yet refined and natural. The concerto was marvellous to hear, with full-bodied, weighty strings that had a lovely richness and warmth. Only intending to sample a few minutes, I listened to the end, so involving was the result. On TIDAL, MQA titles generally sounded best. The Decca Solti recording of Wagner ‘s opera Parsifal was wonderfully vibrant. Non-MQA titles sounded good but usually a tad flatter. I then tried the Kubelik Mahler 7 on TIDAL MQA, and it sounded very good – albeit not quite as impressive as the ripped CD. The recording had a tad less depth and fractionally reduced dynamic contrast when streamed, though the results were still close. It’s interesting that a 16-bit, 44.1kHz ripped CD can still stand its ground against hi-res formats, and that happens with pretty much every streamer I’ve heard, not just the ZEN Stream. Bringing the ZEN DAC V2 into the proceedings, and of course, I found it to be no match for the onboard digital converter built into Auralic’s Altair G2. As the latter is way more expensive, so this hardly came as a complete surprise. The Altair G2 offered greater refinement and effortlessness, as you would expect. Streaming Beethoven ‘s Sonata for Violin and Piano Op 96 on ECM with Yuko Shiokawa and Andras Schiff, it had a smooth unforced naturalness that was highly beguiling. The ECM recording is beautifully open and unexaggerated yet detailed and clear. Still, with the iFi pairing, the balance between violin and piano was nicely managed, and both instruments were reproduced superbly. It wasn’t that far behind; you could still listen to it, having heard the Auralic, all the same. b'/xc2/xa0' Trying a quick blast of Wrecking Ball by Miley Cyrus on headphones through the ZEN DAC V2 and its TrueBass option gave the sound a bit more weight and low-frequency power without sounding boomy or thick. If I were using headphones, I’d engage TrueBass all the time. Some users have complained that the volume control becomes unbalanced at very low settings. I found evidence of this – the left channel cuts out before the right with the control close to zero. But it’s very slight and would only be an issue with very efficient headphones. I usually partner my laptop with a 2014 Shanling H1.1 DAC, but – having been seduced by the choices offered with streaming – I’d largely neglected to listen to my ripped CDs over the last two or three years. Too much to listen to! But, using the laptop with the ZEN DAC V2, I was forcibly reminded how impressive properly ripped CDs could sound. I like to engage the acoustic equalisation option in iTunes, feeling this improves the reproduction of many recordings. The effect is subtle but beneficial. THE VERDICT IFi’s little ZEN Stream streamer is a seriously impressive new streamer, offering great functionality and fine sound in a small package at a low price. Its genius is that it will work with any DAC with a USB connection, which is most these days. Yet it’s also a very pretty picture together with iFi’s own ZEN DAC V2, both visually and sonically. Together they give an engaging and entertaining sound with more detail than you’d expect, plus a lot of operational flexibility in terms of driving headphones. I became rather taken with both of them and reckon they’re both something of a steal – whether you’re looking to use them in your main system or as a desktop or office companion.
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