January 27th, 2012
New from Grave Science are these superb passive switch boxes. Each unit is hand made and hard wired using only the finest quality cables and components. If you run 2 or more components with variable outputs, why use a Pre-amplier? Instead, we recomend you simplify things and use a Grave Science Switcher. Not only will you save money by removing an entire component from your signal path, you’ll significantly improve the performance of your hifi system. Contact us for details
In case you didn’t know the PS Audio perfect Wave DAC is about to get a serious upgrade! You’ll be able to upgrade your existing DAC to current specifications with the simple insertion of a board. (which is very cool). The new DAC will now be called the Perfect wave DAC II. The Mark II version of the PWD which represents a major leap forward in performance and features. The Mark II comes with a completely redesigned digital processing board, software, connecting cables and remote control. New features of the Mark II are listed here in greater detail but include 192kHz 24 bit asynchronous USB, NativeX mode, non-saturated logic data path, 11 additional power supplies, lower jitter, new clocks and a balance control for the output.The new Mark II outperforms the Mark I by a significant margin with its improved sweet, open, analog and musical performance. Owners of the original Mark I PerfectWave DAC can upgrade to the Mark II standard by purchasing the upgrade kit. Stock of the new model and the upgrade kit should be landing in Australia at the end of January. Excitement begins now!
To celebrate its 50th Anniversary Audio Technica have released two phenomenal sounding cartridges with a very limited production run. Once we sell these, they will never be available again. There is a Moving Coil (AT50ANV) and a Moving Magnet (AT150ANV) in the range. I’ve just installed the MC on our Store Turntable and I have to say it is PHENOMENAL! Without doubt it is one of the most beautifully natural sounding cartridges I have ever heard. Be quick folks; once we sell through these, they will never be available again. More info here
The lastest incarnation of the now iconic Definition was launched this month at the Rocky Mountain Audio Fest in Denver. First launched four years ago, the Definition has undergone quite a few updates in the past few years. The Mk IV is (in Zu’s own words) the greatest speaker they have ever made. The speakers feature he new widebanders (from Dominance) and Event wiring harness, we get a new Radian 850 based tweeter and a completely redesigned cabinet. But that’s not the big news. The big news is the subwoofers. Gone are the rear-firing subs and in is a new down-firing 12″ sub driven by a Hypex UcD 400 amplifier, with a host of user-friendly adjustments. Bottom-end bandwidth has increased to 10Hz-20kHz, but it still carries a 101dB efficiency at a nominal 8ohm impedance.
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The most significant improvement of any audio component I’ve ever added to my system. Peanut butter and chocolate. Wine and cheese… read more
Audion has gone to incredible lengths to ensure their original philosophy of delivering the finest sonics for the best value in every one of their products. Each product outperforms components costing many times more. This value proposition has garnered Audion not only a loyal world wide customer base but countless awards over the years.
Audion winds their own transformers and does their own electroplating and powder coating. Not satisfied with the quality of outside suppliers, they do it all in house. They even have the ability to offer your customers personalized colored chassis from hundreds of colors….. read more
We think the new Well Tempered Simplex Turntable is the best sounding Turntable anywhere near its price. Like the WT Amadeus the Simplex is a completely radical design, but boy does it draw you into the music and lock you into your seat. Amazing value in this country at $1995.00. Nothing comes close! We’d go so far as to say this little deck will outperform models costing several times this price. Check out this 5 star review from Tech radar here. It says it all really. For more information, check out our product listing here and contact us for a demonstration.
Audion tube amplification in Australia
Magenta Audio is extremely proud to introduce Audion Electronics to Australia. This British company (based in France) have been making some of the most highly regarded, musical amplifiers since the mid 80′s and for the fist time their products are available in Australia. Audion products are hand made, hard wired and have an incredible reputation in the US and Europe. They are also very affordable. Match with an efficient speaker, such as those from Zu, it is a match made in heaven. Contact us for details and check out our evolving Audio page here.
Audio Technica Phono Cartridges now in stock.
The superb range of Audio Technica Moving Magnet and Moving Coil Cartridges are now in stock. Long recognised as a world leader in phonograph cartridge design and production, Audio-Technica offers a wide range of models to match turntable/tonearm requirements, performance levels and budget considerations. For full range go here:
