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We are pleased to announce that we are now authorised retailers for the all new Simple Audio network audio products.
First from the range to become available, the Room Player 1 is a compact all-in-one package with 24/192 capability, auxiliary inputs & outputs, coupled with a 50W Class D amplifier. The Simple Audio solution already includes desktop controllers for both PC & Mac, along with iPhone/iPad apps available to download now (and they're free too).
Designed in the UK, the Simple Audio range will be expanded in 2012 as new products become available.
We have the RoomPlayer 1 available for demonstration.
Contact us for more details.
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NOW ON DEMO
No sooner have we been told about the new addition to the Rega turntable range, we get notification of the brand new Apollo-R CD Player.
Sized to match with the excellent Rega DAC and Brio-R amplifier, the Apollo-R is bound to impress. Taking some external & internal leads from the top of the range Isis, the Apollo-R is designed to offer excellent performance from a small compact design.
Call us or email to arrange a demo.
Click on the link below for more information.
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We are now able to announce the arrival of another new turntable from Rega.
Further developing the RP3's braced plinth design, the new RP6 turntable now takes this innovative design to another level.
With the RB303 tonearm, a revised external TT-PSU, improved flywheel effect platter, aluminium driver hub, and a choice of eight hi-gloss finishes, the RP6 looks and sounds superb. The RP6 list price is £798 or £998 c/w Exact cartridge.
Please call us or email to arrange a demo.
Click on the link below for even more information.
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NOW ON DEMO
For owners of Naim products capable of accepting the XPS or 555PS power supply upgrade options, but looking for something more subtle and in a slimline enclosure that matches the ND5XS & DAC, we now have the XP5XS power supply to offer.
The XP5XS also makes adding a power supply upgrade to your source more affordable. With a list price of £1595, which includes the obligatory Burndy cable, the XP5XS offers a great value for money upgrade to your system.
Call or email us to arrange a demo.
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We are pleased to advise that we have both Majik DSM and Akurate DSM on demo.
The Majik DSM brings together network, analogue and digital connectivity along with 2x100W internal amplification, providing Linn performance in a single box package.
The Akurate DSM adds a whole new dimension to the range. With network, analogue, digital and HDMI inputs available with internal pre-amplification, the Akurate DSM allows you to connect any source you may have in your home and make it sound better... just add a power amplifier and a pair of loudspeakers.
Please contact us to arrange a demonstration.
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You can now follow Basically Sound on both Facebook and Twitter...
Will try to keep our profile and tweets up to date, informative and useful. Any main news items and announcements will still be listed on the website, whilst our profile posts and tweets will act as a means of "chatting" about what's been happening on a regular, at least weekly, basis.
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NOW ON DEMO
Launched at the first Summer Sounds on Stream event last month, the Naim SuperUniti brings the Uniti family up into the audiophile performance level.
Taking elements of the NDX, DAC & SuperNait products, the SuperUniti combines these into a single Classic Series case. Network connectivity, coupled with a range of analogue, digital, FM/DAB/iRadio and USB/iPod inputs, the SuperUniti takes the all-in-one solution to a higher level.
24/194 is supported, 80WPC is on tap, add speakers and enjoy the ride from this super performer.
Contact us to arrange a demo or gain more information.
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NOW ON DEMO
As if one new product was not enough to come out of Salisbury this autumn, hot on the tail of the SuperUniti comes the ND5XS network player.
Derived from the NDX, the ND5XS offers the same level of connectivity, control and integration as it's bigger brother, but in a smaller XS Series sized package. Digital inputs, USB/iPod connections and power supply upgrade options remain part of the proposal, with control via the n-Stream app or supplied remote control, the ND5XS will not fail to impress even the most deserving listener.
Contact us for more info or to arrange a demo.
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AudioItalia Modena furniture is actually designed and built in the UK, despite the company's name. It utilises a material new to the world of audio furniture, an acrylic stone available in a range of colours and finishes to suit both your system and decor.
Whilst the design is primarily based around accommodating the Linn product ranges, racks for other manufacturers including turntables are also available. Linn are now using the racks in their own demo rooms.
We now have the display rack shown opposite in our showroom and samples of all finishes are available, so contact us to investigate the range further.
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NOW ON DEMO
Launched at their 20th anniversary celebrations earlier this week, PMC have added the Twenty Series to their range of loudspeakers.
Initially offering four models, the new designs draw on elements of the excellent Facts and brings the PMC range right up to date with modern clean looks, new drive units, crossovers and cabinet designs, whilst retaining the Advanced Transmission Line featured in every PMC loudspeaker.
We now have the 23 & 24 floor standing models on demo and are sounding superb even before they have been run in. Will have stand mount versions later in the month.
Contact us for more information or to arrange a demo.
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NOW ON DEMO
Hot on the tail of the excellent Brio-R amplifier, we are pleased to announce the latest member of the Rega turntable family - the RP3.
With all new double brace technology alongside the latest incarnation of the classic RB300 tonearm, namely the RB303, and incorporating the latest 24V motor used on their higher level turntables, the RP3 will certainly be another winner.
Click on the download link below for more information.
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After a long wait, we now have our hands on a cracker of an amplifier from our friends in Southend-on-Sea.
The all new Rega Brio-R (the "R" stands for remote control) is now available for demo. With 50W on tap, 5 inputs including a MM phono stage, half width case and with a matching DAC to sit alongside it, the Brio-R needs to be heard if a compact integrated amplifier is what you are looking for - what more can we say?
The Brio-R is available in black or silver.
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Back in the not too distant past, Linn developed a range of loudspeakers that utilised an isobaric drive unit configuration. Speakers with names like Sara and Isobarik will be familiar to all hi-fi enthusiasts.
And this intriguing concept has now been re-introduced into the Linn product range in the form of the Majik Isobarik loudspeaker.
A four way design incorporating the 2k HF array, a 140mm midrange driver and Isobarik loaded bass drivers, this loudspeaker brings the Linn range up to the mark in both performance terms and value for money. Out of the packaging, we could hear the potential and they have got even better with being run in. With passive, semi-active and fully active configurations to be considered too, the Majik Isobarik should be high on your list of speakers to audition.
We have the Majik Isobariks on demonstration and are able to demonstrate the complete Majik Isobarik Activ options to you. Contact us for further information.
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We have been considering a headphone brand to take on in recent months and after some input from one or two of our customers, we are now pleased to be an authorised Sennheiser retailer. And not only that, we have taken on the top of the range HD800's.
These have recently been awarded "Outstanding Product" in the May 2011 issue of HiFi News, outperforming models from Grado, Denon, Audio Technica & AKG.
We have a range of Sennheiser models on demonstration and in stock, ranging from the HD518 to the HD800 and including the RS180 wireless model.
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We have been offering a record cleaning service for many years now, but customers have been asking for and purchasing record cleaning machines from us on occasions.
But recently, we came across the review of the Okki Nokki RCM (apparently meaning "Thumbs Up" in Dutch) in a magazine and felt that this smashing little machine would be perfect for our stock profile. And the first two we got in went in a matter of days.
Available in black & white finish, these are normally available from stock. NB the dustcover is an option extra.
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We have recently added Lehmann Audio to our range of amplifiers.
Initially, we have selected the Linear Black Cube headphone amplifier (pictured) to augment the recent addition of Sennheiser to our portfolio. This amplifier offers adjustable gain to suit different headphone sensitivities, whilst also offering the facility to operate as a single source pre-amplifier if required.
Meanwhile, from the phono stage side of the Lehmann range, we have selected the standard Black Box for demo. This adaptable phono stage is compatible with MM and MC cartridges via user adjustable settings, whilst upgradeable by adding with the external PWX power supply.
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Bryston have now entered the fray of digital audio players, but with a difference - that's the Canadian's for you.
Not satisfied with going along with the trend of network "digital streaming" players, they have chosen to use USB interfaces only, either memory sticks or USB-HD drives. An ethernet connection is provided to allow control via a web browser or free iPod/iPad app. The BDP-1 will play almost every format up to and including 24/192 studio master files.
Digital outputs only require the BDP-1 to be used with an external DAC, such as the Bryston BDA-1, either via BNC terminated SPDIF or AES/EBU interfaces.
We have the BDP-1 on demonstration alongside the BDA-1.
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After a long awaited build-up, we finally got our hands on the new DAC from Rega.
Offering a digital upgrade path for existing digital sources via SPDIF & optical inputs, whilst allowing connection of PC's & Mac's via USB, the Rega DAC allows decoding of 16/20/24bit files at 32k - 192kHz sample rates (limited to 48k on USB).
Contact us to book a demo.
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Linn's Akurate system has been completely transformed and updated.
To quote Linn, the "Akurate is a dedicated stereo system designed with one clear purpose: to reproduce the highest quality music recordings in mind-blowing audio quality for you to enjoy in your home."
We now have the new Akurate products on demonstration. Initial listening indicates that they are a significant improvement on their predecessors, good as they were, offering more detail, dynamics and overall presence to the music.
Contact us to book your demo.
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We know they are good and to re-enforce this, HiFi Choice have just awarded PMC with "Loudspeaker of the Year" award for 2010. Click on the link below to download more information.
Congratulations to PMC for gaining this award; yet another recognition of their ability to create superb sounding loudspeakers.
All we need now are more Facts...
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Offering performance way above that you would expect for a turntable at this price point, the new RP1 is a superb way of getting back into playing your LPs.
With a classic minimalist design, the turntable is fitted with the latest RB101 tonearm and Ortofon OM5e MM cartridge.
The RP1 offers Rega sound quality at an affordable price point. Available in three plinth finishes (white, cool grey & titanium).
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Taking its lead from the excellent NaimUniti, this product encompasses a Network Audio Player, FM/DAB & iRadio, DAC, USB/iPod connectivity & a 30Wpc Stereo Amplifier - all in a HiCap sized box.
And there is a superb control app available for use with the iTouch/iPhone & iPad - awesome.
For more information, click on the link below to download the UnitiQute brochure.
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We are pleased to say that we now have the Naim UnitiServe on demo.
A HiCap sized enclosure offering the ability to rip, store and manage your music collection in bit perfect, CD quality, WAV format, the UnitiServe complements the NaimUniti range, whilst also offering an alternative source option to those with a DAC, as the UnitiServe has a S/PDIF & Optical digital outputs. With no front panel controls, operation of the UnitiServe is either via an optional handset & monitor, touchscreen interface, PC web browser, Naim DTC or via the Naim developed iTouch/iPhone App.
Two versions are available :
UnitiServe : 1TB Hard Disk Drive
UnitiServe-SSD : 16GB Solid State Drive
If you would like to arrange a demonstration, please do not hesitate to contact us to hear this exciting new product.
Click on the link below to view the UnitiServe brochure.
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It has taken nearly two years to come to fruition and after much careful consideration about what was involved, we are pleased to announce that we are now the authorised Linn dealer for Norfolk.
Dipping our toe in the water initially with the Majik level products, and with Akurate level products arriving later this month, we are on a steep learning curve, but already enjoying what we hear. We will be keeping the 12” vinyl fans happy with the iconic Sondek LP12 turntable forming part of our portfolio too.
“But there are no CD players in the Linn product range”, we hear you say. Well, that was another reason for making the decision to open an account. We have a firm belief that digital streaming of audio is here to stay and Linn are clearly of the same opinion. Whilst we accept that CD players will continue to have their place in many people’s hearts (including our own), when Linn announced that they were to cease manufacturing CD players at the end of last year, that sealed the decision for us. Network audio is here to stay – we should open a Linn account.
Call or visit to discuss and hear the Linn solution for listening to music.
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Well, in these exciting ever changing digital times, we couldn't rest our laurels on a single high-end DAC alone, so we have recently added the awesome Bryston BDA-1 to our demo stock.
With a total of eight selectable inputs, including coax, BNC, optical, USB & AES/EBU connectivity, the BDA-1 has the ability to accept a wide range of sources. Bit/sample rates are available up to 24/96 with selectable upsampling to 192k. Matched with the Bryston BCD-1, the BDA-1 adds a whole new dimension to the performance of this CD player. Used with hi-res audio files stored on a PC or Mac, the performance only gets better.
As always, contact us to arrange a demo.
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With the ability to provide a complete audio system - offering CD, FM/DAB/iRadio, network audio replay, USB/iPod/Digital & Analogue connectivity and 50W Amplification - the excellent NaimUniti provides everything you could need, all in one box.
Versatile and flexible enough for most needs, with the ability to add a Naim power amplifier or phono stage if necessary, the NaimUniti is one of the most compelling products we have seen.
Just add loudspeakers and enjoy the music...
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