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We expect to have a new line up of EX products from Cambridge Audio soon. The Cambridge Audio EXA100 amplifier and EXN100 Streamer. We’ll let you know when they come in, but in the meantime, you can get a preview here.

Rega has just introduced three new “ND” moving magnet cartridges that replace their outgoing Elys and Exact cartridges. There is the ND3, ND5, and ND7. These were first announced back in July.   From Rega’s press release: “The [Nd7’s] all-new construction was developed over a 10 year period and promises to deliver ‘next level’ performance from moving magnet technology. The design uses a brand-new generator geometry with perfect symmetry to achieve accurate channel balance. The Nd7 also has an optimised pole gap for superior linearity and crosstalk characteristics. This new cartridge is created with miniaturized parallel coils which are wound in-house, utilising 38-micron wire with just 1275 turns. This produces a low inductance, low impedance generator giving vastly improved high frequency response and a notably wider sound stage.” Each Nd7 is reportedly handmade by Rega’s technicians in the UK and the Nd7 also comes with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Here’s a video review of the new ND7 from a shop in the UK.

Bluesound has expanded their node line from 1 to 3 products. The standard Node has been updated to a 2024 model (N132), with many of the features/upgrades found in the anniversary X model (the better ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC, built-in THX AAA headphone amp, aptX, and now DSD support). Notching in just below that is the new Node Nano, keeping it simple with just basic Node streaming experience (ESS Sabre DAC, TCA, Coax, Optical and USB). We have both of these in stock right now! Coming soon will be the top of the line Node Icon (N530), a reference music streamer with a 5″ color display on the front, with a dual-mono DAC design with two ESS Sabre DACs, aluminum chassis, HDMI eARC and now balanced XLR outputs! This gives Bluesound fans a streaming DAC option at every price level. *Current pricing (as of 11/17/24) is the Node Nano for $299, the 2024 Node for $549, and the Node Icon will be $999 when it arrives. (*prices may change at any time). Come in today to check out the first two in the line up!

We have the brand new flagship Moon by Simaudio North 891 Network Player/Preamplifier. This is one amazing piece! With their top of the line DAC and Network Player capabilities, as well as their top one box Preamplifier, along with all of the great new North Collection features, such as the front 5″ display screen, custom volume remote nob, advanced audio upgrades, etc. It features 6 digital inputs, 1 HDMI with ARC, 3 Analog inputs, MM/MC phono Stage, MiND 2 Module, MDE-3 DAC Technology, M-Ray2 Volume Control, BRM-1 Intelligent Remote Control and the MDB Moon Damping Base. We have out it ready to demo with the Moon by Simaudio 761 Amplifier from the North Collection. The combination of these two gets you as close to the original studio mix as anything we’ve heard. A truly transparent sound with dead silent backgrounds. You must hear in person to fully appreciate.

We have the new flagship Shunyata Research Omega line of signal cables and power cables in our upstairs listening room (currently driving the Moon by Simaudio North Collection). These are truly amazing cables that enhances the listening experience with the North Collection of components. They represent the full realization of the Shunyata vision of signal and power technology.

We have the new Shunyata Research Gamma and Theta Series of cables (replacing the original discontinued Venom series). Once again Shunyata has upped their game and made great improvements over their predecessor. Come in and audition these new power cable and signal cables from Shunyata Research.

With it’s classic vintage styling, the new Name Audio Nait 50 is great edition to any small to moderate room environment, bringing that classic Naim analog sound.It’s a limited release of 1973 units and we have one in our first floor show rooms ready to audition. If you love that classic Naim look and sound, you owe it to yourself to jump on this limited release product!

We have the Shunyata Research grounding system set-up (and available for home trial) in our main upstairs sound room. Richard and Cassandra of Shunyata Research made the trip down last week to set it all up. This is a very easy A/B comparison set up, just unplug the Grounding wires/plug back in and you can immediately hear the difference. You can read more about it here and download a review of it here.

We have two amazing deals right now:
A. The Bluesound Node (regular model) is on sale at $449 (until end of the year)
B. The Cambridge Audio CXA 61 is on close out at $599 (Regularly $999. Check with us on stock/supplies/limits)

Come in for these great deals now!

In honor of Rega’s remarkable 50-year journey, we’re excited to announce the creation of a celebratory documentary titled “50×33 and a Third.”

You can watch it here at YouTube.

UPDATE: The new North products are here! We have the very first products in the Moon by Simaudio’s North Collection here and ready to demo! We have the 791 and the 761 on our floor and ready to demo!

Teri is beginning to sell her amazing collection of vinyl records. We are slowly pricing and putting out for sale parts of Teri’s vinyl record collection in waves. This is CASH ONLY. Some are even new sealed records. The used stuff has been well cared for and is in either Very Good or Mint condition. Hard to find titles, first pressings, and audiophile releases. Bring your $ and come explore what we have in stock this week! From Prince to Paul Simon, Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis, you never know what you will find in her collection.

Naim has reduced the Mu-So 2nd Generation all-in-one music player to a new lower price of $1,599 (was $1,799).  We also have one more Mu-So Wood Edition in stock for $1,399. Stop by for an audition!

Luxury Design
Mu-so 2nd Generation evolves the iconic styling of its predecessor, adding a
compelling new touch control panel ringed by an illuminated dial with a proximity
sensor: it lights up in welcome as your hand approaches it. Easily access key (more…)

Focal has been putting out some really amazing headphones, so it’s no surprise that they have now focused on the wireless noise canceling segment. Focal Bathys are everything you would expect from Focal. With their Focal made-in-France speakers, their 30 hours’ battery life, fine materials and array of features, like Bluetooth® and Active Noise Cancellation technologies, it offer total freedom of movement and an immersive listening experience with zero disturbance from background noise. ‘Silent’, ‘Soft’ or ‘Transparency’. They feature a USB-DAC mode into the headphones with resolutions of up to 24 bits/192 kHz. Forget about those big corporate cans, these are what you want! Read the reviews here, here and here. Focal also recently lowered the price. Call us for more info or stop by to audition.