Wow, 2019 is almost in the history books! Before we say goodbye, however, here’s a look back at what we thought were some significant product debuts and a few of our most popular posts from the past year.
Brand New in 2019
Of course, there were way too many products introduced in 2019 to name them all, but here are a few we think are too good to overlook.
Budget-friendly additions
- DS Audio DS E1 Optical Phono Cartridge System ($2,750.00)
- Parasound NewClassic 200 Integrated Amplifier ($1,195.00)
- Orchard Audio BOSC™ Monoblock Amps ($1,199.00 Kickstarter)
- Magnepan LRS Loudspeakers ($650)
- Technics Premium Class SL-1500C Coreless Direct-Drive Turntable ($1,199)
- Audience forte V8 Power Platform ($895)
High-end debuts
- VAC Statement 452 iQ Musicbloc™ Power Amplifier ($300,000/pair)
- DeVore Fidelity Orangutan O/Reference Speakers ($95,000 ballpark)
- Vinnie Rossi L2i-SE Integrated Amplifier ($18,995)
- VPI HW-40 Anniversary Direct Drive Turntable ($15,000)
- Gershman Grand Studio II Speakers ($11,900)
- Horning Hybrid Systems’ Eufrodite Ellipse MK.III Speakers ($28,000)
Reviews Worth a Second Look
Below are some of our most popular posts from 2019. If you haven’t read them, take a look. If you have read them, they are definitely worth a second look.
- Review: L2 Signature Monoblocks from Vinnie Rossi
- Reviewing the LTA Z10 Integrated Amplifier
- Pass Labs XP-12 Line Level Preamplifier
- Reviewing the Gershman Studio II Speakers
- Review: NewClassic 200 Integrated from Parasound
- Digital Amplifier Company: Using the DAC DAC 2 HS with the Cherry USB to SPDIF Converter
So as we wrap up 2019, we’d like to say thank you to you, our readers. Your comments are always appreciated. We wish you a very happy and successful year in 2020!
