• Technics SL-1200G-S: The SL-1200G-S distinguishes itself with its coreless direct drive motor, high-rigidity platter and aluminum top panel, delivering unparalleled speed stability and minimizing vibration for pristine audio reproduction.
• Technics SL-1200GR2: The SL-1200GR2 stands out with its redesigned coreless direct drive motor, die-cast aluminum platter, and coreless double-layered motor design, enhancing rotational stability and minimizing wow and flutter for dynamic and engaging playback.
• Technics SL-1500C-K: The SL-1500C-K offers an entry-level option with its high-torque coreless direct drive motor, integrated phono preamp, and built-in MM cartridge, providing a convenient and affordable solution for audiophiles seeking premium vinyl playback.

The Bowers & Wilkins 801 D4 Signature speakers have arrived at our showroom, and they sound even better than they look. Finished in California Burl Gloss (Midnight Blue Metallic also available), the 801 D4 Signature brings a stunning finish to B&W’s flagship loudspeaker. Extremely accurate musical reproduction in a carefully crafted design, beautifully finished to make an impact.

Stay tuned… The stand-mounted 705 53 Signature speakers will be joining the collection soon.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week’s special listening event featuring the Bowers & Wilkins 801D4. Pairing the stunning B&W 801D4s with a dCS DAC, McIntosh electronics, and Transparent Cable XL interconnects was a vivid experience, complemented by some engaging conversations.

Bob worked for 30 years at the legendary Lyric HiFi alongside the famous Mike K and Lenny Bellezza.

A huge thank you to Lenny for sending him our way!

We’re thrilled to have Bob aboard with his unique experience and wealth of knowledge in the high end world.

A few words from Bob:

I’m Bob Herman.

I’ve been in the high-end audio business for almost 40 years, starting at Sound By Singer in the 1980’s, and later at Lyric HiFi from 1990 until 2021.

I’ve been a dedicated audiophile since high school and have owned myriad high-end turntables, tonearms, cartridges, CD players, DAC’s, preamps, amps, speakers, cables, etc.

Extensive brand experience includes McIntosh, Bowers & Wilkins, Simaudio/Moon, Sonus Faber, Rega, VPI, dCS, and many others.

Although I do stream music from the ‘net and play CD’s, my heart belongs to vinyl. Nothing sounds as natural and as realistic to me.

I’m always thrilled at the chance to help people build a great sounding audio system that not only meets, but exceeds their expectation.

dCS
Stereo Exchange is proud to announce that we are now a dealer for the best sounding and best engineered Digital to Analog converters and CD/SACD player in the world. Please call to schedule your demo for the Bartok DAC or Rossini complete 3-box Transport/DAC/Clock solution.
Bartok DAC
Rossini Transport/DAC/Clock

Audio Research
We are thrilled to add the new ARC LS28SE Tube Preamplifier and new ARC REF80S Tube Power Amplifier to our demo mix.
ARC LS28SE Tube Preamplifier
ARC Reference 80S Tube Amplifier

Moon by Simaudio
We have added their new 860A v2 Power Amplifier to our reference area. It’s astonishingly good and has no design connection to the original 860A, but a lot in common with Simaudio’s top of the line Moon 888. We think it should have been called the 868!
860A v2 Power Amplifier