• TAD Evolution One TX

    Product Overview – The TAD Evolution One TX (2016) is a high-end floorstanding loudspeaker engineered in Japan, combining studio-grade accuracy with refined musicality for reference-level two-channel listening environments.

    Driver Technology – Utilizing TAD’s Coherent Source Transducer with beryllium tweeter and midrange diaphragm, the TAD Evolution One TX delivers exceptional phase coherence, pinpoint imaging, and ultra-low distortion across the audible spectrum.

    Cabinet & Voicing – A rigid, low-resonance enclosure with curved side panels minimizes standing waves, allowing the speaker to produce deep, controlled bass while preserving tonal neutrality and dynamic realism at high playback levels.

    Specifications – Nominal impedance 4 ohms, sensitivity approximately 90 dB, frequency response around 28 Hz–60 kHz, recommended amplifier power 50–300 W, optimized for high-current solid-state or quality tube amplification.

    Dimensions – Each speaker measures approximately 400 mm wide × 1,154 mm high × 530 mm deep, designed as a full-scale reference floorstander suitable for medium to large dedicated listening rooms.

    Weight – Each unit weighs roughly 95 kg, reflecting extensive internal bracing and premium materials that contribute to mechanical stability, resonance control, and consistent acoustic performance.

  • HANA SL MK II MC Cartridge

    •⁠  Product Overview – HANA SL MK II MC Cartridge, released in 2023, is a low-output moving-coil design engineered for purist analog systems seeking higher resolution and superior signal purity from dedicated MC phono stages.

    •⁠  Generator Design – Updated MK II generator features improved Alnico magnet structure and refined coil winding techniques, reducing distortion while enhancing micro-detail retrieval, dynamic contrast, and low-level resolution across complex recordings.

    •⁠  Sonic Performance – HANA SL MK II MC Cartridge delivers exceptional tonal balance, precise imaging, and extended frequency response, offering controlled bass, natural midrange textures, and refined treble for demanding vinyl enthusiasts.

    •⁠  Specifications – Nude elliptical stylus on aluminum cantilever, 0.5 mV output, internal impedance approximately 30 ohms, recommended load above 400 ohms, optimized for high-quality low-noise moving-coil phono stages.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Cartridge body measures approximately 28.5 mm (L) × 16 mm (W) × 16 mm (H), ensuring straightforward installation and compatibility with most standard half-inch mounted tonearms.

    •⁠  Weight – Cartridge weight is approximately 5 g, allowing excellent compliance matching with low to medium-mass tonearms while maintaining stable tracking and consistent groove contact.

  • HANA Umami Red MC Cartridge

    •⁠  Product Overview – HANA Umami Red MC Cartridge, released in 2021, is a low-output moving-coil design using Alnico magnet technology and advanced body construction for maximum musicality, control, and long-term tonal consistency.

    •⁠  Generator Architecture – Precision-wound copper coils and optimized magnetic flux geometry reduce distortion and improve phase coherence, delivering superior microdetail retrieval while preserving natural harmonic structure and dynamic expression.

    •⁠  Sonic Character – HANA Umami Red MC Cartridge produces authoritative bass weight, lifelike midrange presence, and refined high-frequency extension, offering a balanced, emotionally engaging presentation suitable for reference-grade analog systems.

    •⁠  Specifications – Nude microline stylus, boron cantilever, 0.4 mV output, internal impedance 8 ohms, recommended load above 80 ohms, optimized for high-quality moving-coil phono preamplifiers.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Cartridge body measures approximately 28.5 mm (L) × 16 mm (W) × 16 mm (H), designed for standard half-inch mounting compatibility across most modern and vintage tonearms.

    •⁠  Weight – Cartridge mass is approximately 10.5 g, providing excellent mechanical grounding and stable tracking when paired with medium to high-mass tonearms for controlled resonance behavior.

  • HANA SH MK II MC Cartridge

    •⁠  Product Overview – HANA SH MK II MC Cartridge, released in 2023, is a high-output moving-coil design engineered to deliver moving-coil transparency while remaining compatible with standard moving-magnet phono stages.

    •⁠  Generator Design – Revised MK II generator uses improved Alnico magnet assembly and refined coil winding, enhancing magnetic efficiency, lowering distortion, and improving transient response across complex musical passages.

    •⁠  Sonic Performance – HANA SH MK II MC Cartridge offers a balanced, dynamic sound with articulate bass, open midrange, and extended treble, making it ideal for audiophiles seeking musicality without phono-stage upgrades.

    •⁠  Specifications – Nude elliptical stylus on aluminum cantilever, 2.0 mV output, internal impedance 8 ohms, recommended load 47k ohms, optimized for high-quality MM inputs with strong signal integrity.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Cartridge body measures approximately 28.5 mm (L) × 16 mm (W) × 16 mm (H), ensuring easy installation and compatibility with most standard half-inch mounted tonearms.

    •⁠  Weight – Cartridge weight is approximately 5 g, allowing excellent compliance matching with low to medium-mass tonearms while maintaining stable tracking and consistent groove contact.

  • TAD Compact Reference CR1

    •⁠  Overview – TAD Compact Reference CR1, released in 2011, is a high-end standmount loudspeaker engineered to deliver reference-level neutrality, precision imaging, and studio-grade accuracy derived from TAD’s professional monitor heritage.

    •⁠  Driver Technology – Featuring TAD’s proprietary concentric CST driver with beryllium tweeter and magnesium midrange, it achieves point-source coherence, exceptional phase alignment, and ultra-low distortion across the audible frequency range.

    •⁠  Sonic Performance – TAD Compact Reference CR1 is celebrated for its transparency, holographic soundstage, and tonal realism, excelling with acoustic, orchestral, and complex recordings where timing and micro-detail are critical.

    •⁠  Specifications – Two-way bass-reflex design, nominal 4-ohm impedance, sensitivity approx. 87 dB, frequency response roughly 45 Hz–100 kHz, rear-firing port, and high-quality crossover components optimized for minimal signal loss.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Approx. 410 mm (H) × 250 mm (W) × 360 mm (D), offering a substantial standmount form factor designed for rigid placement on dedicated speaker stands in reference listening environments.

    •⁠  Weight – Approximately 18 kg per speaker, reflecting dense cabinet construction, internal bracing, and premium driver assemblies required for resonance control and uncompromised acoustic performance.

  • HANA Umami Blue MC Cartridge

    •⁠  Product Overview – HANA Umami Blue MC Cartridge, released in 2021, is a high-performance moving-coil design using an Alnico magnet system and composite body for refined, musically engaging vinyl playback.

    •⁠  Design Philosophy – A resonance-controlled Duralumin body paired with a blue resin composite top plate enhances rigidity, minimizes unwanted vibration, and allows the generator to extract maximum detail from record grooves.

    •⁠  Sonic Performance – HANA Umami Blue MC Cartridge delivers balanced tonal richness, precise imaging, and excellent transient clarity, offering a natural midrange, extended treble, and authoritative bass response across diverse music genres.

    •⁠  Specifications – Nude microline stylus on boron cantilever, 0.4 mV output, 6 ohm internal impedance, recommended load above 80 ohms, optimized for high-quality moving-coil phono preamplifiers.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Standard cartridge dimensions of approximately 28 mm (L) × 16 mm (W) × 16 mm (H), ensuring compatibility with most tonearms using standard half-inch mounting systems.

    •⁠  Weight – Cartridge weight is approximately 10.5 g, providing excellent mechanical matching with medium to high-mass tonearms for stable tracking and consistent sonic performance.

  • HANA Umami Black MC Cartridge

    •⁠  Product Overview – HANA Umami Black MC Cartridge, released in 2020, is a flagship moving-coil design featuring an Alnico magnet system and ultra-rigid body construction for reference-level analog playback.

    •⁠  Design Philosophy – Precision-machined duralumin body with ebony top plate provides exceptional resonance control, allowing the cartridge generator to operate with greater stability, lower noise floor, and enhanced musical focus.

    •⁠  Sonic Performance – HANA Umami Black MC Cartridge delivers deep, articulate bass, lifelike midrange tonality, and finely resolved treble, excelling in soundstage depth, microdynamics, and natural harmonic texture.

    •⁠  Specifications – Nude microline stylus on boron cantilever, output 0.4 mV, internal impedance 6 ohms, recommended load >80 ohms, optimized for high-end MC phono stages.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Standard cartridge form factor, approximately 28 mm (L) × 16 mm (W) × 16 mm (H), compatible with most tonearms using standard half-inch mounting.

    •⁠  Weight – Cartridge weight approximately 10.5 g, offering excellent mass compatibility with medium to high-mass tonearms for optimal tracking and mechanical stability.

  • Consonance CD120

    Overview – The Consonance CD120, released in the mid-2000s, is a high-value audiophile CD player known for its smooth musicality, clean output stage, and minimalist design focused on pure Red Book playback quality.

    Refined Digital Performance – Featuring a quality DAC section with low-jitter clocking and stable analogue output, the Consonance CD120 delivers natural tonality, strong detail retrieval, and impressive spatial coherence for its class.

    Robust Engineering – Its solid chassis construction, vibration-controlled transport system, and clean internal layout ensure reliable operation and reduced mechanical noise, enhancing long-term performance.

    Musical Presentation – Praised for smooth midrange, tight bass, and articulate highs, the Consonance CD120 retains a relaxed yet resolving sound signature suited for both budget and mid-tier systems.

    Dimensions – Approx. 430 mm (W) × 80 mm (H) × 330 mm (D), fitting comfortably into standard hi-fi racks while maintaining good internal layout space.

    Weight – Roughly 6–7 kg, offering a reassuringly solid feel that aids resonance control and transport stability for consistent CD playback.

  • Roksan Blak Integrated Amplifier

    Overview – The Roksan Blak Integrated Amplifier, released in 2016, is a powerful Class AB solid-state design featuring an onboard high-performance DAC, delivering dynamic, controlled, and musically engaging playback for modern high-resolution systems.

    High-Current Amplification – The Roksan Blak Integrated Amplifier offers wide bandwidth and strong current delivery, ensuring excellent grip, transient precision, and rhythmic drive with demanding loudspeakers while maintaining smooth tonal balance.

    Versatile Digital Capability – With USB-B, optical, and coaxial digital inputs, the Roksan Blak supports high-resolution PCM playback, enabling system simplification by serving as both amplifier and DAC in one refined chassis.

    Premium Analog Performance – A robust linear power supply, refined preamp stage, and short signal paths provide excellent low noise, transparency, and imaging, ensuring the Roksan Blak Integrated Amplifier performs consistently across varied musical genres.

    Dimensions – Approx. 432 mm (W) × 80 mm (H) × 330 mm (D), offering a substantial but manageable footprint suitable for standard hi-fi racks or shelves.

    Weight – Approx. 14 kg, providing solid mechanical stability that reduces resonance and supports the amplifier’s high-current power architecture.

  • CEC TL5 CD Transport

    High-Precision Transport Overview – The CEC TL5 CD Transport features the brand’s acclaimed belt-drive mechanism, delivering smooth disc rotation, reduced vibration and highly stable digital extraction for exceptionally natural and fluid CD playback.

    Belt-Drive Digital Extraction – Its unique belt-driven transport minimises mechanical noise and rotational irregularities, improving jitter performance, tonal purity and musical flow, with one mention of CEC TL5 CD Transport enhancing digital accuracy.

    Digital Output Flexibility – Offering coaxial, optical and AES/EBU outputs, the unit integrates seamlessly with high-end DACs, maintaining clock stability and delivering clean, low-noise digital transmission, plus one additional mention of CEC TL5 CD Transport.

    Vibration-Controlled Chassis – The rigid enclosure and isolated transport assembly provide excellent resonance control, ensuring stable disc reading and improved transparency across complex or dynamic musical passages.

    Product Dimensions – Measuring approximately 435 mm (W) × 335 mm (D) × 109 mm (H), the chassis fits comfortably into standard hi-fi racks while providing adequate ventilation for stable operation.

    Product Weight – Weighing about 7.4 kg, the well-damped structure enhances mechanical stability, reduces micro-vibrations and contributes to the unit’s refined and fluid sonic character.

  • Roksan Caspian M Series-1 CD Player and Integrated Amplifier

    Roksan Caspian M Series-1 CD Player and Integrated Amplifier – The Roksan Caspian M Series-1 CD Player and Integrated Amplifier deliver refined Class AB amplification and precision digital playback, offering exceptional musical flow, timing accuracy and tonal coherence for advanced audiophile systems.

    Digital Architecture & Sonic Performance – Using the Burr-Brown PCM1730E DAC, low-jitter clocking and isolated analogue/digital power rails, the Roksan Caspian M Series-1 CD Player and Integrated Amplifier provide stable imaging, low distortion and natural harmonic structure.

    System Connectivity & Integration – Designed for flexibility, the Roksan Caspian M Series-1 CD Player and Integrated Amplifier offer RCA and XLR outputs, multiple line inputs and digital outputs, ensuring clean signal paths and seamless integration into sophisticated stereo systems.

    Operational Design & Listening Character – With robust linear power supplies and a dual-mono amplifier layout, the Roksan Caspian M Series-1 CD Player and Integrated Amplifier deliver controlled dynamics, articulate bass and an engaging midrange ideal for revealing loudspeakers.

    Product Dimensions – CD Player: 432 mm (W) × 80 mm (H) × 330 mm (D). Integrated Amplifier: 415 mm (W) × 89 mm (H) × 330 mm (D). Sized for standard racks with stable thermal behaviour and mechanical rigidity.

    Weight – CD Player approx. 10 kg; Integrated Amplifier approx. 14 kg. The dense chassis and transformer design improve vibration control, enhancing clarity, bass articulation and overall system transparency.

  • Roksan Oxygene CD Player with Integrated Amplifier

    • Roksan Oxygene CD Player with Integrated Amplifier – A finely engineered British system combining a 24-bit/192kHz CD player and Class D amplifier to deliver precise dynamics and musical clarity for discerning audiophiles.

    • Class D Amplification Excellence – The amplifier section uses Hypex UcD modules and a linear power supply, offering approx. 90 W into 8 Ω and up to 150 W into 4 Ω, suitable for advanced speaker loads. 

    • Digital-to-Analog & Source Flexibility – The CD player supports 24-bit/192 kHz conversion, optical/coax outputs and RCA analogue output, while the integrated amp offers aptX Bluetooth, subwoofer output and multiple line inputs. 

    • Compact Stylish Design – Each unit measures approximately 310 × 310 × 60 mm (W×D×H), allowing sleek placement in premium systems without sacrificing build quality or performance. 

    • Balanced Build Weight – The CD player weighs around 4 kg and the integrated amplifier around 7 kg, delivering mechanical stability with minimal rack footprint in high-end systems. 

    • Upgrade-Friendly Architecture – Its modular design and high-quality digital stage make the Roksan Oxygene CD Player with Integrated Amplifier an ideal foundation for system growth or position as a reference all-in-one solution.

CEC is a Japanese audio manufacturer best known for its long-standing expertise in belt-drive CD transports and precision digital playback. Originally established with strong roots in mechanical engineering, the brand applies analog principles to digital audio design, focusing on vibration isolation, rotational stability, and smooth signal handling rather than aggressive digital processing.

CEC’s belt-drive CD transports and digital components are engineered to reduce mechanical noise and jitter at the source, resulting in a natural, fluid presentation that appeals to listeners sensitive to digital harshness. Because these designs rely on fundamental mechanical principles rather than fast-moving digital trends, pre-owned CEC equipment remains highly relevant. Well-maintained units continue to integrate effectively with modern DACs and high-resolution systems, offering lasting musical value.

Across Singapore, Malaysia, and Southeast Asia, CEC is respected among audiophiles who value physical media playback and refined digital sound. On SoundTribeAsia, CEC equipment — new and pre-owned — is offered by verified dealers, providing transparent listings, clear condition details, and the confidence of purchasing through a trusted regional marketplace rather than isolated private sales.

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