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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.
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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.
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Siltech Ruby Mountain 2 Power Cable (1.5m)
• Overview – Siltech Ruby Mountain 2 Power Cable, released in 2002, is a high-end power cord engineered to reduce noise, improve current delivery, and enhance musical clarity in reference audio systems.
• Conductor Technology – Utilises Siltech’s proprietary G7 silver-gold alloy conductors with advanced dielectric insulation, delivering low resistance, excellent conductivity, and superior preservation of micro-dynamics and tonal purity.
• Sonic Performance – Siltech Ruby Mountain 2 Power Cable delivers a quieter noise floor, improved bass authority, enhanced midrange texture, and refined treble extension, benefiting amplifiers, source components, and digital front ends.
• Specifications – Features multi-strand G7 silver-gold conductors, heavy shielding for EMI and RFI rejection, high-current capability up to 16A, and premium connectors ensuring secure contact and consistent power transfer.
• Dimensions – Typically supplied in 2.0 m length, with a thick, flexible jacket designed for durability and ease of routing in high-end audio racks and power distribution setups.
• Weight – Approximately 1.0 kg for a 2.0 m cable, reflecting dense conductor geometry, advanced shielding layers, and robust connector construction.
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Lumin U1 Network Transport
• Product Overview – Lumin U1 Network Transport, released in 2015, is a reference-grade network transport engineered for ultra-low jitter digital playback, delivering pristine data output to high-end external DACs and digital processors.
• Digital Architecture – Built around Lumin’s proprietary streaming platform, it supports native DSD, high-resolution PCM, and precision clocking via dual femto oscillators for exceptional timing accuracy and signal integrity.
• Sound Quality – Lumin U1 Network Transport excels in transparency, spatial precision, and micro-dynamic detail, revealing subtle textures and ambient cues while maintaining tonal purity and rhythmic coherence across complex musical passages.
• Specifications – Supports PCM up to 384 kHz, DSD128 native, AES/EBU, BNC, RCA, and optical outputs, with isolated Ethernet input and separate digital processing and output stages.
• Dimensions – The chassis measures approximately 350 mm (W) × 60 mm (H) × 350 mm (D), featuring a solid CNC-machined aluminum enclosure for effective vibration control.
• Weight – Lumin U1 weighs approximately 7 kg, reflecting its robust construction, internal shielding, and high-quality power regulation designed for stable, noise-free digital signal transmission.
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Lumin D2 Music Server
• Lumin D2 Music Server Overview – The Lumin D2 Music Server delivers high-performance streaming with a premium DAC architecture, offering natural tonality, excellent resolution, and seamless playback across major lossless and high-resolution formats.
• Refined Digital Performance – The Lumin D2 Music Server features dual-mono Wolfson WM8741 DACs, delivering smooth treble, rich midrange texture, and precise low-level detail ideal for resolving modern network-based systems.
• High-Quality Streaming Integration – Lumin’s robust platform supports TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, and native DSD/PCM playback, ensuring reliable operation and exceptional sound quality across diverse digital libraries.
• Premium Build & Connectivity – The Lumin D2 Music Server includes fully balanced outputs, low-noise processing, Gigabit Ethernet, and optimized circuit paths to maintain signal purity and system-wide musical coherence.
• Dimensions – Approx. 300 mm (W) × 244 mm (D) × 60 mm (H), compact enough for easy placement while maintaining solid structural rigidity to reduce vibration.
• Weight – Around 2.5 kg, offering a sturdy yet compact chassis that enhances electrical stability without unnecessary mass.
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Lumin S1 Network Music Streamer
• Lumin S1 Network Music Streamer – Designed for reference-level digital playback, the S1 offers native DSD, dual-mono DAC topology, and exceptional transparency, ideal for resolving high-end systems demanding maximum digital purity.
• Dual-Mono DAC Architecture – Featuring four ESS Sabre ES9018 chips per channel, the Lumin S1 achieves superior channel separation, low noise, and a highly detailed yet natural sonic presentation across all formats.
• High-Resolution Format Support – The S1 supports native DSD128, DXD, and high-rate PCM, ensuring full compatibility with modern digital libraries while maintaining remarkable accuracy, spaciousness, and tonal refinement.
• Precision Build and Connectivity – With robust power regulation, premium components, and wide-format network support, the S1 provides consistent performance, fast response, and seamless integration with advanced NAS and streaming setups.
• Dimensions – Approx. 350 mm (W) × 345 mm (D) × 60 mm (H). Its low-profile chassis fits elegantly into reference digital audio racks and modern streaming systems.
• Weight – Approximately 8–10 kg, offering a solid, vibration-resistant enclosure that enhances DAC stability and overall playback precision.
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Lumin U1 Mini and Plixir Power Supply
Lumin U1 Mini
• Function: Digital Music Transport (No DAC)
• Supported Formats: PCM up to 384kHz, DSD up to DSD256
• Outputs: AES/EBU, USB, BNC, RCA, Optical
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet
• App Support: Lumin App, Roon Ready, Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify Connect, AirPlay
• Dimensions: 300 × 244 × 60 mm
• Weight: 2.5 kg
Plixir Power Supply (Elite BDC or Equivalent)
• Type: Balanced DC Linear Power Supply • Output: 12V DC (specially matched for Lumin U1 Mini)
• Effect: Lower noise floor, improved dynamics and transparency
• Made in Singapore
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VTL Deluxe Stereo 120/50 Power Amplifier and VTL Maximal Preamplifier
• Tube Amplifier System Overview – The VTL Deluxe Stereo 120/50 Power Amplifier and VTL Maximal Preamplifier deliver classic vacuum-tube musicality with rich harmonic texture, wide dynamic expression and natural imaging for serious high-end analogue systems.
• Power Amplifier Performance – Using a Class AB push-pull circuit with EL34 or 6550 valves, the VTL Deluxe Stereo 120/50 Power Amplifier and VTL Maximal Preamplifier provide approximately 50–60W per channel, offering smooth mids, airy highs and excellent dimensionality.
• Preamplifier Transparency & Gain Structure – Featuring high-voltage tube gain stages and a minimalist signal path, the VTL Deluxe Stereo 120/50 Power Amplifier and VTL Maximal Preamplifier achieve low noise, superior tonal purity and engaging musical flow across vinyl and digital sources.
• System Synergy & Listening Behaviour – Designed to work together, the VTL Deluxe Stereo 120/50 Power Amplifier and VTL Maximal Preamplifier deliver coherent timing, fluid transient behaviour and a large holographic soundstage ideal for efficient or well-matched loudspeakers.
• Product Dimensions – Amplifier: approx. 483 mm (W) × 203 mm (H) × 381 mm (D). Preamplifier: approx. 432 mm (W) × 89 mm (H) × 330 mm (D), sized for stable rack integration.
• Product Weight – Amplifier weighs roughly 22–25 kg; preamplifier approx. 7–10 kg. Heavy transformers and rigid chassis designs provide superior mechanical damping and improved tube performance stability.
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Lumin X1 Reference Streamer DAC
• Reference Streaming DAC Overview – The Lumin X1 Reference Streamer DAC delivers flagship digital performance with dual-mono conversion, fibre networking and exceptional transparency, providing a world-class digital source for demanding high-end audio systems.
• DAC Architecture & Digital Processing – Featuring dual ESS Sabre ES9038Pro chips, advanced clocking and discrete output stages, the Lumin X1 Reference Streamer DAC achieves remarkable resolution, low noise and natural tonal accuracy across high-resolution formats.
• DAC: Dual ESS Sabre ES9038Pro (dual-mono)
• Power Supply: External dual-toroidal linear power supply
• Inputs: Ethernet, USB, Optical, SPDIF, AES/EBU
• Outputs: USB, BNC, AES/EBU, Optical, Coaxial, Balanced & RCA analog
• Formats Supported: PCM up to 384kHz, DSD512, full MQA decoding
• Clocking: Precision femto clock system
• Chassis: CNC-milled aluminum dual-chassis
• Dimensions: Main unit 350 × 345 × 60 mm / Power supply 106 × 60 × 334 mm
• Weight: ~15kg combined
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Fostex is a Japanese audio brand with deep roots in professional audio, transducer design, and precision manufacturing. Known for its work in loudspeaker drivers, studio monitors, and headphones, Fostex places strong emphasis on efficiency, accuracy, and controlled sound reproduction.
Fostex products are widely used across both consumer and professional environments, with many designs remaining in production or active use for extended periods. This longevity makes pre-owned Fostex equipment particularly relevant, as well-maintained drivers and headphones continue to deliver consistent performance long after release.
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