Countdown to Ascot: system overview! (postponed)
We had big plans for our visitors at UK Hi-Fi Show Live this year, which is now unfortunately postponed due to the passing of Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II. We hope to showcase these highlights for you at Ascot soon.
Kroma Atelier’s Mimi Xtreme impresses at PAF 2022
“When we played the CD layer of Iván Fischer's recording of Mahler Symphony No.3, the soundstage was again wide and deep, the reach low, and the highs lovely in the best possible way. Color me extremely impressed.”
Hi-fi+ Review: Climb the mains mountain with Shunyata’s Everest 8000
“It makes your system sound better no matter the system and regardless of where you live. It’s a game-raiser and a game-changer in one.”
Hi-fi News: Engström’s ARNE explodes the low power myth
Check out the in-depth review of Engström’s “simply wonderful” ARNE integrated amplifier, by Andrew Everard and Paul Miller, in the latest issue of Hi-fi News.
Shunyata unanimous choice in Alpha-Audio speaker cable test
For anyone still harbouring doubts about the quality of Shunyata Research’s speaker cables, this fantastic test by Alpha-Audio should lay those to rest. The Venom-X was a unanimous top 3 choice in both blind listening tests and in measurements for all three judges.
Countdown to Ascot: Engström M-Phono UK launch
As we count down to UK Hifi Show Live at Ascot Racecourse on September 10th & 11th, we’re excited to start revealing what we have in store for you at this year’s event!
Engström & FalkenOhr at High End Munich 2022!
You won’t want to miss Engström’s full product line and the beautiful audio furniture of FalkenOhr at this year’s High End Munich.
Come see Kroma at High End Munich & Hifideluxe!
Kroma Audio is now Kroma Atelier, and will be showcasing stunning new speakers from its Xtreme range at High End Munich in Atrium 4.2 F222. You will also find them at the Hifideluxe at the Marriott Hotel in Salon A!
Shunyata Venom-X Speaker Cable Review by Mike Manning
“So, how does this cable sound? In two words... it doesn't! It just seems to 'get out of the way' better than Anything that I/we have heard at this price... and above!”
Engström amplifiers now available at KJ West One
“Most valve amplifiers have a sweet, organic sound. Engström amps capture this but also keep complete command of even the top high-end speakers, which is very unusual. The ARNE is able to conquer both fronts. It doesn’t sound completely valve and it doesn’t sound completely solid state. It is the best of both. A remarkable achievement.”
Delighted to welcome Audio-philia to our Shunyata Research dealer network!
Audio-philia is an independent home audio and video specialist store based in the heart of Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh. Offering a selection of the finest AV products from the UK and around the world, with an emphasis on performance, personality, and style, they are now delighted to be appointed Shunyata Reseach dealers.
Kroma Mimi Xtreme Review by HifiClube
“In its never ending quest for perfection in musical reproduction, Kroma Audio, a Spanish loudspeaker manufacturer, has upgraded its awarded Mimi stand-mounted two-way monitor by changing both drivers and keeping the same cabinet made of Krion.”
The Ear Review: Shunyata Hydra Delta D6, Delta XC & Delta v2-NR
“I am not one of those ‘detail is everything’ people, for me it is more about the emotional impact of the music. But here’s the thing, through the Hydra I was hearing more detail and getting more emotional impact.”
Our very own Engström MONICA with custom ceramic paint finish
With Engström's beautiful MONICA pre-amplifier recently updated (now the Mk3), designer Timo Engström has also been exploring new paint finishes in addition to the classic black and white looks we've come to know the brand for. We couldn't wait to get our hands on a MONICA that was designed just for us.
Hi-Fi+ Mains Cable of the Year: Shunyata Research Omega QR-s
“Shunyata’s Omega QR-s is one of the most dynamically unconstrained power cords out there, and that’s saying a lot.” -Alan Sircom, Hi-Fi+ issue 194
Kroma Mimi: Hi-Fi+ Stand-Mount Loudspeaker of the Year (over £2,000)
“This all about making a sound that is lifelike and engaging; you are always aware of listening to music – not simply the sound music makes.” -Alan Sircom, Hi-Fi+ Issue 197
Shunyata Research Wins Hi-Fi Plus Innovation Award
“Shunyata Research is the result of research into electrical and cabling systems conducted by Caelin Gabriel in the late 1990s. Powered (pun intended) initially by his obsession to improve the performance of high-quality audio, Shunyata’s products have also found a home in the demanding environments of film production and medical and surgical technology.”
Engström brings Scandinavian Sound to London’s West End
Co-founder Timo Engström introduced the ERIC ENCORE statement power amplifier, ARNE integrated amplifier and MONICA pre-amplifier at an exclusive weekend event at London’s premier high-end store KJ West One.
ERIC Encore UK Launch @ KJ West One
ERIC Encore - Hi-Fi News Review
… both captivating and enthralling, and seemingly designed to challenge all the old clichés about what valve amps do (and don’t) do. If you do get the chance to hear them, you really should do so, for they sound every bit as glorious and unique as they look.