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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.

he Bb'&'W CDM NT1’s are really a great bookshelf speaker. In addition to stereo music, I use them for main speaker in my home theater setup. They excel at bringing the “real” music out of any source. When I first heard them at the store, some of the music sampled sounded very harsh. I noticed that some of the CD material that they let me sample was copied on CD and probably low quality MP3’s. I brought in my copy of Liquid Tension Experiment and let the place listen to “Osmosis”. There were about 10 people in the store that stopped what they were doing and came over to listen. It sounded that good. From that point, I was sold. The same harsh sound that I experienced at the store was brought home when listening to average recorded material. Above average recorded material cannot sound better. I do have a Sub so that really does make a huge different on the lower end, as the NT’s do miss the really low freq. Sorry, I did not take a measurement, but I’ve seen some written up by HT Mag and you can also find them on the Bb'&'W Web site. My amp does not do these speakers any justice. The Onkyo TX-DS797 is a really good, low priced HT pre/post, but you will definately benifit from upgrading or getting an amp to post process any stereo material. Surround material still sounds great with the CDM’s if you enjoy listening to Orchestra, etc. These speakers have been in my possesion for 1 year. Listen to mostly Rock/Soft Rock, but classical and jazz are simply unbelievable on these babies. For home theater, these speakers sound sweet for mains. You will definately need a sub to hit the real lows for Movies. Pros: If you only have space for bookshelves, these speakers cannot be beat musically or otherwise. The tweeter is exceptional.

The Bb'&'W CDM NT1’s are really a great bookshelf speaker. In addition to stereo music, I use them for main speaker in my home theater setup. They excel at bringing the “real” music out of any source. When I first heard them at the store, some of the music sampled sounded very harsh. I noticed that some of the CD material that they let me sample was copied on CD and probably low quality MP3’s. I brought in my copy of Liquid Tension Experiment and let the place listen to “Osmosis”. There were about 10 people in the store that stopped what they were doing and came over to listen. It sounded that good. From that point, I was sold. The same harsh sound that I experienced at the store was brought home when listening to average recorded material. Above average recorded material cannot sound better. I do have a Sub so that really does make a huge different on the lower end, as the NT’s do miss the really low freq. Sorry, I did not take a measurement, but I’ve seen some written up by HT Mag and you can also find them on the Bb'&'W Web site. My amp does not do these speakers any justice. The Onkyo TX-DS797 is a really good, low priced HT pre/post, but you will definately benifit from upgrading or getting an amp to post process any stereo material. Surround material still sounds great with the CDM’s if you enjoy listening to Orchestra, etc. These speakers have been in my possesion for 1 year. Listen to mostly Rock/Soft Rock, but classical and jazz are simply unbelievable on these babies. For home theater, these speakers sound sweet for mains. You will definately need a sub to hit the real lows for Movies. Pros: If you only have space for bookshelves, these speakers cannot be beat musically or otherwise. The tweeter is exceptional.

Immerse yourself in your favourite film, feel the energy of the crowd at the big game or rock out in your living room. With the compact, powerful and easy-to-use JBL Bar 2.0 All-in-One Soundbar, JBL Pro sound is just a single HDMI ARC or optical cable connection away. Built-in Bluetooth® means you can easily stream music from your smartphone or tablet. Dolby Digital, JBL Surround Sound and a Smart Sound mode deliver incredible sound every time, whatever you want to watch or listen to. Plug in, turn on and surround yourself with JBL signature sound. Enhance the drama of a tense thriller, feel the roar of your team's supporters or sit back with your latest album. The JBL Bar 2.0 All-in-One really is all-in-one, with deep bass for your movies and music JBL Surround Sound instantly brings movies, sports and music to life. Upgrade to an immersive sound experience for your TV without any extra wires or speakers Stream all your music wirelessly from any mobile device Deep bass Surround sound Visit the cinema in your living room Dolby Digital 80W RMS (2 x 40W) Optical port, Bluetooth® and HDMI with ARC (Audio Return Channel) 1-year warranty (W)61.4 x (D)5.8 x (H)9cm Stock Code: API-JBL-20-All-in-One-Soundbar-OH4174-Home-audio-3 Stock ID: API-JBL-20-All-in-One-Soundbar-OH4174-Home-audio-3

-----(Only 9 left in stock, 3 colours available)----- Enjoy quality and comfort while on your commute with the Cowin E7S ANC Wireless Over-Ear Bluetooth Headphones. The Cowin SE7 wireless headphones are engineered to sound better, be more comfortable and easier to take with you. With APTX, you can enjoy low latency, good fault tolerance and high sound quality anywhere, anytime. Put them on and immediately enjoy a better and more crisp sound. Your music will sound deep, powerful and balanced, with every note sounding much clearer. The active noise cancelling technology offers complete isolation immersion delivering a clear crisp and powerful audio experience. Features: - Bluetooth V5.0 technology for great connectivity - Professional Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) Technology - Amazing sound provided by APTX Hi-Fi Technology - High-quality built-in microphone for calls - Easy on the ears: The professional protein earpads allow for a comfortable, cushion listen - Advanced battery life: With up to 30 hours of playtime and a built-in 800mAh battery, your headphones won't easily lose power - Foldable design for easy and convenient storage Specifications: - Wireless: Bluetooth 5.0 - Transmission distance: 15m - Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz - Noise reduction depth: -32dB - S/N: - Charge time: 30-hours - Power supply: Lithium battery or Micro USB cable Audio source: iPhone, iPad, Samsung, Blackberry, Nexus, Smartphone, Computer, PC, Notebook, MP4, MP3, and more. What's in the box 1 x Cowin E7S ANC Wireless Over-Ear Headphones 1 x 3.5mm AUX Cable 1 x USB Cable for Charging 1 x Hard Shell Case

EXTRA BASS™ adds power to every bassline Push the EXTRA BASS 1  button to add some serious low-end power to your music. It works by reinforcing basslines to create deep, punchy bass. Simply press the button to activate the mode and enjoy the dynamic sound. Customise your sound with the 10-band equaliser  Tailor audio playback to your liking with the 10-band graphic equaliser. Move the sliders around to create your own unique soundscape, or choose from 10 pre-sets. The new karaoke mode lowers vocal frequencies so you can have enjoyable sing-along sessions in your car. Connect your handheld device with USB  Hook up your MP3 player to the front USB port to access your mobile music library. Vertical Alignment LCD screen for easy reading With a wider viewing angle and up to 5x higher contrast than conventional screens, the vertical alignment screen is always easy to read. Match with Sony speakers for even better sound Want to expand your system? For the best possible match, try Sony’s FB full range speakers. They complement the EXTRA BASS circuitry for rich, powerful sound. AOA 2.0 lets you play music from your smartphone apps The USB terminal is compatible with Android Open Accessory 2.0. That means it can play any music that’s compatible with your Android smartphone and its apps. Simply plug into the front USB port and use your phone’s screen to browse playlists. Listen to high quality FLAC files FLAC is a file format that, unlike MP3, compresses the audio signal without any loss in audio quality. Plug into the front USB port to play back FLAC files in all their glory. Configurable steering wheel remote input  Want to use steering wheel controls instead of pressing buttons on the receiver? Installation is easy on compatible vehicles, thanks to the configurable steering wheel remote input. Sound-synchronised illumination turns up the excitement See the music move, with lights that change and pulse with the dynamics of the track. 4 X 55W amplification for clear, powerful sound The built-in amplifier delivers 55 Watts x 4 (max. at 4 ohms) / 20 watts x 4 (RMS at 4 ohms), giving you all the volume you need.     

- Boost your party anthems with EXTRA BASS™ Enhance every beat and give your party that extra boost thanks to EXTRA BASS™. - Big sound for your favourite tunes Bring your music to life with rich bass and clear, punchy sound. Featuring a stylish, rounded design, along with a hidden passive radiator to enhance low bass frequencies - Just attach the strap and play With the colour-coordinated strap you’re never separated from your favourite tracks. Attach your speaker anywhere – from your handlebars to your handbag. - Music on the move On your desk. In the park. At the basketball court. The SRS-XB01 is small and light enough to take your music wherever you go. - No rain can stop your parade The wireless speaker is IPX5 water-resistant, so you can be sure that even if it rains, the music – and fun – never stops. - Your music at your fingertips Power up, play, pump up the volume - control your music with a touch of the on-speaker buttons. - Up to 6 hours of playback With long-lasting battery life, you can listen to album after album, playlist after playlist. - Playback through audio input No Bluetooth® connection? No problem. You can simply plug your music player into the audio input and hear your favourite tracks. - Hands-free calling Incoming call? Take it hands-free. Switch from listening to music to chatting with friends in an instant.

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Feel the thrill of everything you watch with the Skyworth 55” UHD Android 10 Smart TV. The HDR10+ (High Dynamic Range) enhances your viewing experience and enables displays to reproduce images more realistically while the Dolby Audio & DTS Studio Sound puts you in the middle of multi-dimensional surround sound.  Google Play Store, Google Play Games, Google Play Movies & TV, Google Play Music, YouTube pre-installed (subscription required)  Infinity Screen 3 technology brings you cinematic sight  2nd Generation AIPQ image quality adjustment engine improves picture quality by optimizing every detail and pixel of picture  HDMI low-latency technology provides you with a smooth game-playing experience  One button to wake up your Google Assistant, one click to watch movies, check weather reports or listen to music  Additional details  3-year warranty  (W)28 x (L)123 x (H)77cm  Stock Code: Skyworth-55-Inch-UHD-Android-10-TV-Televisions Stock ID: Skyworth-55-Inch-UHD-Android-10-TV-Televisions

Go bigger and better with the Skyworth 65” UHD Android 10 Smart TV. Beautifully designed with a massive 65" screen with Infinity Screen 3 technology to bring you a brilliant cinematic experience while the 2nd Generation AIPQ image quality adjustment engine improves picture quality by optimizing every detail and pixel of picture.  Google Play Store, Google Play Games, Google Play Movies & TV, Google Play Music YouTube pre-installed (subscription required)  HDR10+ (High Dynamic Range) further enhances your viewing experience and enables displays to reproduce images more realistically  Dolby Audio & DTS Studio Sound puts you in the middle of multi-dimensional surround sound   HDMI low-latency technology provides you with a smooth game-playing experience  One button to wake up your Google Assistant, one click to watch movies, check weather reports or listen to music  Additional details 3-year warranty  (W)28 x (L)145 x (H)100cm  Stock Code: Skyworth-65-Inch-UHD-Android-10-Televisions Stock ID: Skyworth-65-Inch-UHD-Android-10-Televisions

To all French Dog Lovers: Bluetooth Speaker or even a very Nice Show Case unit. This is a High Quality Wireless Bluetooth Speaker you can use at work, at home, or at a party with your friends! Listen to great sound quality music or audio books all while looking cool doing it! With the shape of a Bulldog face wearing sunglasses you can have the coolest speaker around. Toggle control buttons on the back and top of the speaker to effortlessly change the songs and pause or play the sound. Speaker connects to any Bluetooth compatible device or can connect with an AUX cord that is provided. TF port is also on the speaker. Speaker lasts anywhere from 5-7 hours of playing time before needing to be charged with the micro USB that is included.

Enjoy exceptional sound on-the-go with the compact Orion BT Splashproof Speaker. The ultimate all-terrain audio companion, this durable speaker features a water and dust-resistant IPX5 rating, making it perfect for outdoor activities such as camping, hiking or a trip to the beach. Enjoy immersive, room-filling sound thanks to its 360b'/xc2/xb0' Wide Dispersion Speaker System and 20W RMS power output, which enables it to deliver a crystal-clear listening experience. And, with its built-in 3000mAh battery, you can listen to your favourite songs for up to 5.5 hours. Enjoy seamless wireless streaming with Bluetooth, while additional connectivity comes in the form of a 3.5mm aux input, USB, and TF card.

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Bose QC35ii new condition. case and accessories. They realy sound awsome and they are nice and loud compared ot other brands. Even my new Sonys. Come listen for your self. call me. i know what they cost if you know these headphones you will know my price is fare.