Hi-Fi World   Volume 21 Number 12   February 2012

 

   Hi-Fi World is an independently owned and run specialist hi-fi magazine, started by Noel Keywood, a highly respected technical journalist of thirty five years standing. Dedicated to equipment of all types, the emphasis is on 'affordable audiophile' kit which doesn't have to be expensive, but has to perform. Our readership is worldwide and diverse in nature, but all share a passion for music and the desire to hear it as enjoyably as possible. Run by enthusiasts for enthusiasts, our commitment shows in everything from the rigorous technical measurements we undertake on almost every product reviewed to the weird and wonderful editorial mix. No product is too small or obscure; old and new, budget or high end, if it's great then Hi-Fi World will say so!

 

3 Computer Audio
Editorial By Noel Keywood

7 COMPETITION: Your chance to win a pair of ALR Jordan Classic 2 loudspeakers worth £799.

8  NEWS: Words from the front...

30  MAIL: Ten pages of your views; no small amount of controversy here...

56

58  WORLD STANDARDS: Brand new, updated guide to the latest and greatest hi-fi hardware on sale.

 

Features
FIDELITY AUDIO CD TWEAK  44
Don’t buy - upgrade. Paul Rigby tries tweaks.

OLDEWORLDE 80
Tim Jarman on the B&O 5000.

MEASURED PERFORMANCE  112
Noel Keywood explains our rigid testing regime.

 

Soundbites
BLACK RHODIUM OYAIDE CANTATA ULTRA/CANTATA ULTRA INTERCONNECTS  41

PROFIGOLD PROC262/BLACK RHODIUM AVENGER MAINS CABLE  105

AUDIOPHILE BASE STARBASE  115

 

Systems
XTZ MH-800  42
A bargain hi-tech. computer audio system appeals to Tony Bolton.

T&A E Series MUSIC RECEIVER  66
Paul Rigby listens to an interesting new type of receiver.

 

Amplification
PRIMA LUNA PROLOGUE PREMIUM  26
Tony Bolton reviews a classic valve amplifier.

AUDIOLAB 8200A v DENSEN B-110  48
Two very different amplifiers compared by Tony Bolton.

 

Digital
ESOTERIC K-03  99
David Price listens to a top digital source.

AURENDERS10  12
An advanced music server impresses Rafael Todes.

JOLIDA JD100 CD PLAYER  52
Tony Bolton spins a valve equipped disc player.

 

Loudspeakers
STAND MOUNT GROUP TEST 17
Seven stand mount loudspeakers reviewed.

 

Vinyl Section
NEWS  90
Paul Rigby has all the latest and greatest vinyl releases for you.

FUNK LP12 K-Drive  92
Tony Bolton spins some interesting LP12 mods.

REDBEARD GARRARD BEARING   96
Adam Smith checks out  a new Garrard spindle bearing.

 

And More!

72  AUDIOPHILE  CD
Paul Rigby rounds up the latest audiophile CD releases.

74  WORLD CLASSICS
Brilliant designs that have stood the test of time...

83, 85, 87, 89 OPINION
The team get to grips with matters music, hi-fi and life!

110  DIAL-A-DEALER
A comprehensive guide to UK hi-fi retailers.

116  CLASSIFIEDS |
Two pages of second-hand bargains.

120  NEXT MONTH : What we hope to bring you in the next sizzling issue...

121  ADVERTISERS’ INDEX

95, 122  CLASSIC CUTS:

 

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