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Daily Audio News — January 23, 2026

Highlights: ‘Distributor Sale’ on Meridian, Artnovian, premium cinema seating and more; Two high-end masterpieces. Only one can stay; I'm surprised and confused by Sony's new turntable line-up – here's why; Sony lifts the lid on two new Bluetooth turntables with sleek, minimalist designs; Could this rollable OLED concept signal the end of black bars on TVs?

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Xavian Grande Unica Loudspeakers

Topic: Speakers

Xavian Grande Unica Loudspeakers Hifi Pig https://www.hifipig.com/xavian-grande-unica-loudspeakers/ XAVIAN GRANDE UNICA FLOORSTANDING LOUDSPEAKERS LAUNCHED Xavian has announced the Xavian Grande Unica, a new floorstanding loudspeaker that builds on the company’s existing Unica design. Developed and manufactured in the Czech Republic, the Xavian Grande Unica is positioned as a larger, full-range model intended for domestic listening spaces and joins the brand’s Natura range of […]

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Hana Umami Black Diamond MC Cartridge Debut At Bristol HiFi Show 2026

Topic: Other

Hana Umami Black Diamond MC Cartridge Debut At Bristol HiFi Show 2026 Hifi Pig https://www.hifipig.com/hana-umami-black-diamond-mc-cartridge-debut-at-bristol-hifi-show-2026/ HANA UMAMI BLACK DIAMOND MC CARTRIDGE DEBUTS AT BRISTOL HIFI SHOW 2026 Air Audio Distribution will showcase the new Hana Umami Black diamond MC cartridge at the Bristol HiFi Show 2026. The exhibitor will be offering show visitors the opportunity to hear this latest addition to Hana’s Umami moving-coil cartridge range in a practical demonstration […]

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‘Distributor Sale’ on Meridian, Artnovian, premium cinema seating and more

Cogworks has announced a limited-time ‘Distributor Sale’ of hi-fi and home cinema equipment with some big discounts on items that include ex-demo and clearance items.

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Could this rollable OLED concept signal the end of black bars on TVs?

Imagine a TV that could transform between 16:9 and 21:9 at the push of a button

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Mission's new CD transport completes the 778 Series, promises "uncompromised fidelity"

With the same 'shoebox' design as the rest of the range

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LG's 2026 TV lineup really excites me – but normal-sized TVs are getting left behind

We need to talk about the LG C6H

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Our latest three-star TV review is a bigger deal than you think

Yes, it’s three stars, but you should pay attention to this upstart OLED nevertheless

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Low price alert! The best desktop hi-fi system we’ve tested is still under £600

A multitude of connection options in one very good deal

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Two high-end masterpieces. Only one can stay

🎥 Camera: John Darko / Olaf von Voss 🎬 Editor: John Darko 🌈 Colour: Olaf von Voss 🕺🏻 Motion GFX: John Darko 💰 Ad segment: Jana Dagdagan Further information: T+A | Vivid Audio 👉 As seen in this video… Andrew Jones at Audio Advice Live 2025 📺 https://youtu.be/9aadGu0O1-U?si=BpBMWwYyq3Ik1_W1 T+A Talis […]

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Turntables

I'm surprised and confused by Sony's new turntable line-up – here's why

Was I wrong to expect a bit more?

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Sony lifts the lid on two new Bluetooth turntables with sleek, minimalist designs

Ease of use is high on the agenda

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Speakers

Marshall's dinky streaming hub brings wireless multi-room and vinyl support to its rock'n'roll Bluetooth speakers

The compact device supports Auracast, Spotify Connect and Tidal

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Attention all vinyl fans, we have three new recommended speakers to make your turntable shine

Top options to pair with every type of record player

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Headphones

FiiO's colourful cans are a funky throwback to the on-ear headphones of the past

A retro design with modern Bluetooth powers

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Amplifiers

Mission 778CDT CD Transport

Mission 778CDT CD Transport Hifi Pig https://www.hifipig.com/mission-778cdt-cd-transport/ MISSION 778CDT CD TRANSPORT ADDED TO COMPACT 778 SERIES Mission has expanded its compact 778 Series with the launch of the Mission 778CDT CD transport, completing a trio that now includes the 778X integrated amplifier and the recently announced Mission 778S music streamer. The new model is designed for listeners who continue to use physical […]

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