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Onkyo are offering discounted prices on two of their receivers. Read more about the offer here:

TX-RZ50 9.2 Channel AV Receiver $1,999 down from $2699
TX-NR7100 Channel AV Receiver $1,599 down from $2299

Black Friday offer available until the 30th of November, or while stocks last.

Primare are offering a Trade-In programme for a range of products, as well as a bundle. Trade-In items must be in working order. The offers available are:

Trade in any Phono Preamp for up to $500 discount on the R15
Trade in any Phono Preamp for up to $750 discount on the R35
Trade in any streamer for up to $1000 discount on the SC15 MK2
Trade in any amplifier and streamer for up to $1500 discount on an I15MM / SC15MK2 bundle.

 Offer available until 31st of December or While Stocks Last

Klipsch are offering a Free Upsize for Black Friday on a range of their loudspeakers and subwoofers. Offer is available until December 3rd or while stocks last. Browse the offer below:

Buy RP-5000F — Get RP-6000F Save $600
Buy RP-6000F — Get RP-8000F Save $600
Buy RP-404C — Get RP-504C Save $150
Buy RP-500M — Get RP-600M Save $250
Buy RP-1000SW — Get RP-1200SW Save $300
Buy RP-1200SW — Get RP-1400SW Save $500
Buy RP-1400SW — Get RP-1600SW Save $400

For Black Friday the White model of the Node is available at a discounted price of $719 — Only while stocks last

Read more about the Node N130 here.

Linn are offering RRP $1500 off any Majik LP12 MM or Majik LP12 MC with a trade in of any third-party turntable

Offer available until 31st of January or While Stocks Last

Read more about the Linn Majik here.

Here is a review of the WATT/Puppy Speakers by Edgar Kramer of SoundStage! Australia:

"In my opinion, The WATT/Puppy is the new sweet spot in Wilson Audio’s line-up. Hands-down, it surpasses the vast and widely-acclaimed merits of the company’s products down-tier. It also vigorously manifests many of the virtues of the models up the chain. The WATT/Puppy speaker is here now, evidently signalling that in its 50th Anniversary manifestation and going forward, it’s an exceptionally convincing re-interpretation surpassing all before it."

The 700 Series S3 have received the Signature treatment. Bowers and Wilkins have unveiled three Signature models adapted from the original 700 S3 range. They've taken the 702 S3, the 705 S3, and the HTM71 S3 and given them a significant overhaul. The new Signature models feature upgraded drive units and improvements to each unit's crossover. As well as this they all include new brass terminal posts, which might appear purely aesthetic, but are meant to improve signal flow into the speaker. But when it comes to aesthetic refinement, they're not lacking. You have a choice between two special finishes Datuk Gloss Wood and Midnight Blue. 

Rega have two new products to commemorate 50 years of the Planar 3 turntable. First up is a special 50th Anniversary Edition model a combination of technical and aesthetic refinement, in a gorgeous Walnut finish. Also to celebrate half a century with the P3 is a new finish on the standard Planar 3, a light oak design.

Click here to read more about the 50th Anniversary Edition model
Click here to read more about the standard Planar 3

 

Here is a review of the recently announced Hegel H190v streaming amplifier:

It offers impressive value as well; in fact, I’d go so far as to say this is the benchmark electronics package beyond which you have to spend substantially for small, though possibly valuable, gains. At least that is the case in smaller listening environments, where I think the integrated and unobtrusive packaging of the H190v are also an important asset. 

Enjoy this review of the new Arcam A5 Integrated Amplifier from Stereonet:

"Arcam's new ST5 is a significant new contender in the affordable streaming sector. It is well-made and has an interesting visual look. Under the skin, it's a quality design, and the user experience is generally very good. Sonically, it is polished and sophisticated at all times, but some might find it too much of a smoothie. A capable, enjoyable, informative and engaging listen, this stylish new streamer is well worth auditioning if you can."

The KEF Wireless family continues to grow. The KEF LSX II LT are a 'streamlined version of the LSX II'. Read What Hi-Fi's thoughts on them...

 

"The KEF LSX II LT are a fantastic value alternative to the more illustrious, expensive LSX II model. By taking a great system and streamlining it without compromising the sound, the LSX II LT have nailed it."