We have been looking forward to see some official results coming from tests on the recent KBL Sound’s Red Corona cables line , which replaced our already favourite creation from Mr. Robesrt Szczerbowski ( I know,,, , just call him Rob 😉 : Red Eye Ultimate range. Those really had been wonderful cables and for years company best-sellers and most recognisable range. But everything comes to the end at some point and with the cables, the point is when designer recognises that he can make it better . Let’s face the challenge then, handled by Marek Dyba.
[NEW! hORNS Aria 2 horn loaded loudspeakers review on Hifi Knights]
Finally after lots of successful feedback that the Aria 1 loudspeakers collected worldwide, from both – happy customers and the reviewer’s boards, we got a chance to get their bigger sister – Aria 2 on test. How it turned up at the end, just read through to find out. By Marek Dyba.
CODA: [ Roy Hargrove ~ October 16, 1969 – November 2, 2018 ]
Sad News reached me today. Roy Hargrove, an incisive trumpeter who embodied the brightest promise of his jazz generation, both as a young steward of the bebop tradition and a savvy bridge to hip-hop and R&B, died on Friday night in New York City. He was 49. R.I P Roy ;'(
[NEW! Luna Cables Gris speaker cables review on Hifi Knights]
The Canadian Luna Cables manufacture became operational not too long ago and showcased its products in two very well sounding rooms during this year’s High End event in Munich. That’s how this reporter’s curiosity arose and several months later Luna Gris has arrived. Enjoy!
[NEW! Riviera Audio Laboratories AIC-10 Headphone Integrated Amplifier test by Fidelio on MusicalHead]
We are proud to announce that ALL IN ONE Riviera Audio Labs’ AIC-10 amplifier scored again a wonderful review on an independent audio web-zine from Germany called #MusicalHead. As original is published in German therefore for our followers convenience we are putting an English translation of the test below. When comparing that test to the early 6Moons’ 1st View, Fidelio’s approach is much more complex and focused on Headphone features, which given his advanced knowledge on that subject , might be especially interesting for all cans enthusiasts. We are grateful for such an mind opening write up. Pictures and copyrights of the text are both courtesy of the Musical Head.Â
CODA: [Tomasz Stanko ~ 11 July 1942 – 29 July 2018]
This is the saddest information today which just arrived by the phone from friends in Poland. Tomasz Stanko – the biggest figure of The Polish Jazz and musician of the Iconic format, has passed away early morning in Ontological Hospital in Warsaw. Artist was fighting back a lung cancer since few months. He was 76. Farewell Tomasz and R.I.P in peace.
[ Introduction of the New Brand in #G point audio’s artisan portfolio: The RIVIERA Audio Labs ]
In 2017, just as it appeared on the market we put our hands ,eyes and Ears on the Italian new-comer into the audio world: Riviera Audio Laboratories. At that point we loved the look and we only knew the sound of company’s integrated AIC-10 amplifier, which sonic-wise put it spell over us already. But it took us few more months to research RAL‘s approach deeper and finally go for the brand representation in the UK.Â
[ After Munich reflections : Industry People by HiFi Knights ]
Munich’s High End event associated mainly with audio hardware is what web says year after year. That’s nothing new. But from an industry person’s perspective, these special four days are actually a very enjoyable social ride. For us interactions come before all else and that’s why my first Munich High End 2018 report covers this subject exclusively. Enjoy! Â
[NEW! STACORE Advanced anti-vibration platform review on Hifi Knights]
We have been awaiting a long time for that review to happen. Heavy stuff is never easy , for both: moving around as well as for reviewing. Finally STACORE’s most Advanced anti-vibration platform, more of that – in its latest version, has been published. Enjoy reading, as this is not just another platform. It might be the last platform you might need or want to move, and that is not certainly due to its weight.
[NEW! Sveda Audio Blipo active monitors – review on Hifi Knights]
Sveda Audio, active speaker manufacturer based in Poland, is mainly associated with the professional audio industry. But their fame is growing rapidly and more regular music listeners are starting to pay attention to the home audio solutions offered by the company. This review of Blipo  active monitors written by Dawid Grzyb should help to understand more about how well made home active set up should be like. We have proudly added Sveda Audio to our portfolio as one and only manufacturer for the reason, which you are just about to find. Enjoy!