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Daily Audio News — March 21, 2026

Highlights: The best deals of the week – our Product of the Year TV, a multi-Award-winning DAC and a five-star music streamer; Want to get paid to test the latest and greatest hi-fi products? We have some good news; Rotel Michi – behind the scenes of a “mad science project” and the rebirth of a hi-fi legend; I thought my Sony earbuds were broken – until I adjusted this feature; Sony XM6 too pricey? Their five-star predecessors are half price right now

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Quad Platina CDT CD Transport

Tema: DACs

Quad Platina CDT CD Transport Hifi Pig https://www.hifipig.com/quad-platina-cdt-cd-transport/ QUAD PLATINA CDT EXPANDS PLATINA SERIES QUAD has introduced the Platina CDT CD transport as the latest addition to its flagship Platina range, joining the QUAD Platina Integrated amplifier and Platina Stream network player. Designed to complete the series, the new model focuses on digital disc playback for users with existing DAC-equipped systems. QUAD PLATINA […]
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New Order on CD: from Factory originals to Steven Wilson remixes

Tema: Amplifiers

New Order’s first four studio albums – Movement, Power, Corruption & Lies, Low-life and Brotherhood – were reissued at the very end of 2025 on two digital formats: 2CD expanded editions and Blu-ray. But buying blind isn’t straightforward. The 2025 campaign is more fractured than the marketing suggests, with meaningfully […]
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ASTRU - CLARITY BEYOND SOUND

Meze Audio introduces ASTRU: new flagship IEM, delivering top-of-the-line performance from a single dynamic driver Meze Audio introduces ASTRU, its new top-of-the-line single dynamic driver in-ear monitor, created for listeners who demand true high-end performance without crossing into flagship pricing territory. ASTRU embodies a focused philosophy: one driver, delivering a visceral, full- bodied sound that rivals the layering, imaging, and resolution typically associated with multi-driver designs. DRIVER TECHNOLOGY At the core of ASTRU is an advanced multilayer composite dynamic driver diaphragm, engineered to balance speed, control, and musical weight. The diaphragm dome features over 80 ultra-thin layers of gold, applied during a 48-hour physical vacuum DC magnetron sputtering process, then bonded to a titanium layer and finally mounted on a PEEK base. This carefully tuned structure delivers fast transient response, smooth and extended treble, and the natural warmth and physical impact that dynamic drivers are celebrated for. DESIGN ASTRU’s housing reflects Meze Audio’s commitment to comfort and craftsmanship. ASTRU’s shell geometry has been painstakingly refined for improved long-term comfort. Each shell is CNC-machined from a single block of pure titanium, then refined through a multi-stage electroplating process to achieve a smooth satin finish. Each matched pair of shells requires up to seven days of precision processing, underscoring the attention to detail behind every unit. ACCESORIES The IEM is delivered as a complete, ready-to-use system, designed for high-end portable listening. It includes a premium balanced cable that features CNC-anodized aluminum hardware and a gold-plated 4.4 mm balanced termination. This ensures low resistance, signal purity, and long-term durability. A 4.4 mm to 3.5 mm adapter, five sizes of ear tips (XS–XL), and two carry solutions - a protective pouch and a soft PU leather envelope - make ASTRU equally suitable for portable use or dedicated listening setups. SOUND With ASTRU, Meze Audio redefines what a single dynamic driver IEM can achieve: rich, detailed, and immersive sound, crafted with uncompromising materials and thoughtful engineering, at a price point designed to remain accessible to serious listeners. FEATURES & CRAFTSMANSHIP Visceral, full-bodied, highly detailed sound High-performance 10 mm single dynamic driver with multi-driver resolution Precision-engineered titanium chassis with satin finish for maximum comfort Electroplated nickel wax guard 1.2 m (3.9 ft) dual-strand cable with silver-plated LC-OFC conductors and   SoftFlex PVC coating 4.4 mm female to 3.5 mm male adapter Five (5) pairs of liquid silicone ear tips included: XS, S, M, L, XL Hard pouch and PU leather envelope included for easier everyday carry A JOURNEY THROUGH SOUND Explore the music that inspires us — handpicked tracks to accompany your journey and showcase the beauty of sound LISTEN LISTEN
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ASTRU - CLARITY BEYOND SOUND

Meze Audio introduces ASTRU: new flagship IEM, delivering top-of-the-line performance from a single dynamic driver Meze Audio introduces ASTRU, its new top-of-the-line single dynamic driver in-ear monitor, created for listeners who demand true high-end performance without crossing into flagship pricing territory. ASTRU embodies a focused philosophy: one driver, delivering a visceral, full- bodied sound that rivals the layering, imaging, and resolution typically associated with multi-driver designs. DRIVER TECHNOLOGY At the core of ASTRU is an advanced multilayer composite dynamic driver diaphragm, engineered to balance speed, control, and musical weight. The diaphragm dome features over 80 ultra-thin layers of gold, applied during a 48-hour physical vacuum DC magnetron sputtering process, then bonded to a titanium layer and finally mounted on a PEEK base. This carefully tuned structure delivers fast transient response, smooth and extended treble, and the natural warmth and physical impact that dynamic drivers are celebrated for. DESIGN ASTRU’s housing reflects Meze Audio’s commitment to comfort and craftsmanship. ASTRU’s shell geometry has been painstakingly refined for improved long-term comfort. Each shell is CNC-machined from a single block of pure titanium, then refined through a multi-stage electroplating process to achieve a smooth satin finish. Each matched pair of shells requires up to seven days of precision processing, underscoring the attention to detail behind every unit. ACCESORIES The IEM is delivered as a complete, ready-to-use system, designed for high-end portable listening. It includes a premium balanced cable that features CNC-anodized aluminum hardware and a gold-plated 4.4 mm balanced termination. This ensures low resistance, signal purity, and long-term durability. A 4.4 mm to 3.5 mm adapter, five sizes of ear tips (XS–XL), and two carry solutions - a protective pouch and a soft PU leather envelope - make ASTRU equally suitable for portable use or dedicated listening setups. SOUND With ASTRU, Meze Audio redefines what a single dynamic driver IEM can achieve: rich, detailed, and immersive sound, crafted with uncompromising materials and thoughtful engineering, at a price point designed to remain accessible to serious listeners. FEATURES & CRAFTSMANSHIP Visceral, full-bodied, highly detailed sound High-performance 10 mm single dynamic driver with multi-driver resolution Precision-engineered titanium chassis with satin finish for maximum comfort Electroplated nickel wax guard 1.2 m (3.9 ft) dual-strand cable with silver-plated LC-OFC conductors and   SoftFlex PVC coating 4.4 mm female to 3.5 mm male adapter Five (5) pairs of liquid silicone ear tips included: XS, S, M, L, XL Hard pouch and PU leather envelope included for easier everyday carry A JOURNEY THROUGH SOUND Explore the music that inspires us — handpicked tracks to accompany your journey and showcase the beauty of sound LISTEN LISTEN
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