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Daily Audio News — May 04, 2026

Highlights: A tale of two Thorens turntables: TD 124 DD 140th vs. TD 404 DD; Milan Design Week and What We Could Learn From It; FiiO teases K17 R2R Pro with no price & mid-2026 ship date; Adventures in AV: Sony’s latest Dolby Atmos soundbar system makes it obvious what so many rival soundbars are missing; Our deal hunters have found the best expert-approved deals on Award-winning soundbars, five-star Bluetooth speakers and high-end headphones

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Milan Design Week and What We Could Learn From It

Tema: Other

The week before last, Lin and I were in Milan for what was meant to be a much-needed break. A proper holiday where we were going to switch off, eat well, wander about, look at nice buildings and not think too much about work or HiFi or any of that. Of course, we also happened […]

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A tale of two Thorens turntables: TD 124 DD 140th vs. TD 404 DD

Tema: Turntables

The direct-drive motor sealed it. That, and the copper-topped platter. And the high-gloss wood veneer. And the mid-century modern look. And the absence of a felt mat, which I cannot stand. So yes: in late 2023, I bought a €12,000 turntable largely on aesthetic grounds and without first hearing it. […]

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