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Apogee Stage Speakers
• Product Overview – The Apogee Stage Speakers, released circa 1990, are full-range planar ribbon loudspeakers designed for high-resolution, low-distortion playback, delivering the open, fast transient response Apogee is renowned for.
• Ribbon Loudspeaker Performance – Featuring true ribbon midrange and tweeter elements, these speakers deliver lightning-fast transients, exceptional clarity, and expansive soundstaging that rewards high-quality amplification and careful system matching.
• Design & Sonic Character – The Apogee Stage Speakers use a dipole radiation pattern with large ribbon surfaces, producing natural tonal balance, deep image layering, and lifelike vocal reproduction unmatched by conventional dynamic driver designs.
• Specifications – Nominal impedance is approximately 3–4 ohms with sensitivity around 86 dB, requiring high-current amplifiers capable of stable low-impedance drive to unlock their full dynamic and tonal potential.
• Dimensions – Each speaker measures approximately 1220 mm (H) × 560 mm (W) × 60 mm (D), with a slim vertical profile that still demands adequate floor space and thoughtful room placement.
• Weight – Each speaker weighs roughly 32 kg, reflecting the substantial ribbon assemblies, rigid frame construction, and damping required for mechanical stability and accurate ribbon driver operation.
$ 1,249.37Apogee Stage Speakers
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SME 3012R Tonearm
• Product Overview – SME 3012R Tonearm, released in 1989, is a precision-engineered 12-inch tonearm designed for high-mass moving-coil cartridges, delivering superb tracking stability, tonal density, and classic SME mechanical refinement.
• Engineering Design – Precision knife-edge bearings, detachable headshell, and rigid magnesium arm tube ensure low resonance behavior, excellent groove tracing, and stable performance with low-compliance cartridges in high-end analog systems.
• Vinyl Playback Performance – The extended 12-inch geometry reduces tracking error and distortion, producing expansive soundstage depth, improved bass authority, and smooth midrange presentation prized by experienced vinyl enthusiasts.
• Specifications – Effective length approximately 308.8 mm, effective mass around 12 g, detachable SME headshell interface, dynamic balance system, and adjustable VTA, azimuth, and bias for precise cartridge optimization.
• Dimensions – Overall length approximately 435 mm, mounting distance 295.6 mm, with substantial base assembly designed for compatibility with classic and modern high-mass turntable plinths.
• Weight – Approximate total mass of 1.1 kg including headshell and base, contributing to mechanical stability, vibration control, and consistent tracking across a wide range of vinyl pressings.
$ 2,873.54SME 3012R Tonearm
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Fostex FE208
• Product Overview – Fostex FE208, released in 2002, is a high-sensitivity full-range driver designed for horn and back-loaded enclosures, prized for coherence, speed, and lifelike midrange reproduction.
• Sound Character – Designed for single-driver enthusiasts, this unit delivers exceptional immediacy, dynamic expression, and phase coherence, making it ideal for low-power tube amplifiers and minimalist signal paths.
• Driver Design – The FE208 features a lightweight paper cone, whizzer cone, and powerful ferrite motor system, enabling fast transient response and extended midrange clarity without crossover-induced phase distortion.
• Specifications – Nominal impedance is 8 ohms with sensitivity around 96 dB/W/m, supporting wide bandwidth performance and high efficiency, particularly suited for horn-loaded or high-efficiency loudspeaker designs.
• Dimensions – Driver diameter approximately 208 mm with standard mounting depth suitable for horn or large cabinet designs, allowing flexible integration into custom loudspeaker enclosures.
• Weight – Each driver weighs approximately 3 kg, with a rigid frame and motor assembly contributing to mechanical stability and controlled resonance behavior.
$ 1,171.28Fostex FE208
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Gustard X26 Pro DAC
• Flagship DAC Architecture – The Gustard X26 Pro DAC, launched in early 2021, uses dual ESS9038PRO chips in fully balanced configuration to deliver exceptional transparency, ultra-low distortion, and reference-grade digital processing for demanding systems.
• Advanced Clocking System – Featuring Accusilicon femtosecond clocks and independent power regulation, the X26 Pro achieves impressively low jitter, improving imaging precision, micro-detail retrieval, and overall spatial coherence in complex recordings.
• Versatile Connectivity – The Gustard X26 Pro DAC supports USB, I²S, AES/EBU, coaxial, and optical inputs, with PCM up to 768 kHz and DSD512, ensuring compatibility with high-resolution sources and modern streaming transports.
• Robust Analog Output Stage – Its fully discrete, fully balanced Class A output stage provides strong drive, natural tonality, and excellent dynamic range, making the X26 Pro suitable for both preamps and direct power-amp integration.
• Dimensions – Measures approximately 330 mm (W) × 260 mm (D) × 65 mm (H), offering a compact yet substantial chassis designed for vibration control and thermal stability.
• Weight – Weighs around 5.8 kg, with its heavy aluminum enclosure enhancing durability, shielding, and noise suppression for cleaner digital-to-analog conversion.
$ 780.85Gustard X26 Pro DAC
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Goldnote DS10 and PSU10
• Goldnote DS10 and PSU10 – The Goldnote DS10 and PSU10 deliver a high-end DAC/streamer with a dedicated external linear power supply, offering enhanced dynamics, lower noise and superior musical refinement for advanced audiophile systems.
• DAC Architecture & Streaming Platform – The Goldnote DS10 uses a premium AKM converter, advanced clocking and Roon-Ready streaming, providing smooth tonality, precise detail retrieval and stable high-resolution playback across modern digital sources.
• External Power Upgrade Performance – The PSU10 employs a multi-rail linear supply with ultra-low-noise voltage regulation, significantly improving the DS10’s transient behaviour, micro-detail resolution and overall soundstage stability.
• Connectivity & System Flexibility – With USB, coaxial, optical, Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.0 and analogue output options, the Goldnote DS10 and PSU10 integrate seamlessly into hybrid digital systems requiring broad format support and low-jitter signal management.
• Product Dimensions – The Goldnote DS10 measures approx. 200 mm (W) × 80 mm (H) × 260 mm (D), while the PSU10 shares a matching footprint for uniform stacking and optimal power isolation.
• Product Weight – DS10 weighs around 3.5 kg and the PSU10 approx. 4 kg, with both units benefiting from rigid chassis construction that improves mechanical grounding and reduces noise.
$ 4,528.95Goldnote DS10 and PSU10
$ 4,528.95