• Metronome AQWO 2 and Elektra Power Supply

    •⁠  Product Overview – Metronome AQWO 2 and Elektra Power Supply, released in 2021, form a reference-grade CD/SACD player and DAC system, combining French precision engineering with modular power supply architecture for ultimate digital playback.

    •⁠  Digital Architecture – The AQWO 2 supports CD, SACD, and high-resolution PCM/DSD via USB and AES/EBU, using dual AKM DACs and discrete analog stages for natural tonal density and low digital glare.

    •⁠  Sonic Performance – Metronome AQWO 2 and Elektra Power Supply is renowned for its organic, analog-like presentation, the system delivers expansive soundstage depth, refined microdynamics, and exceptional low-level resolution, excelling with both discs and high-resolution digital sources.

    •⁠  Specifications – Supports up to PCM 32-bit/384 kHz and DSD256, features balanced XLR and RCA outputs, multiple digital inputs, and benefits from the Elektra outboard supply for reduced noise and improved dynamic authority.

    •⁠  Dimensions – AQWO 2 measures approximately 450 mm (W) × 110 mm (H) × 430 mm (D), while the Elektra power supply matches the footprint for seamless rack integration and visual symmetry.

    •⁠  Weight – AQWO 2 weighs about 16 kg, with the Elektra power supply adding approximately 11 kg, reflecting heavy-duty transformers, mechanical damping, and high-quality power regulation circuitry.

  • 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.

  • Soulines The Loop Phono

    •⁠  Product Overview – Soulines The Loop Phono, released in 2017, is a tube phono preamplifier engineered for serious vinyl playback, focusing on low noise, wide bandwidth, and precise analogue signal preservation.

    •⁠  Circuit Design – Designed with a fully discrete, dual-mono topology and carefully optimized grounding, the phono stage minimizes interference and preserves micro-detail, timing accuracy, and dynamic expression from analogue sources.

    •⁠  Analogue Performance – Soulines The Loop Phono delivers an open soundstage, natural tonal balance, and excellent transient clarity, making it well suited for high-resolution moving-magnet and moving-coil cartridge systems.

    •⁠  Specifications – Supports MM and MC cartridges with selectable gain and loading, accurate RIAA equalization, ultra-low noise floor, and high headroom to accommodate wide dynamic swings without compression.

    •⁠  Dimensions – Approx. 430 mm (W) × 120 mm (H) × 330 mm (D), housed in a rigid, resonance-controlled enclosure designed to reduce mechanical vibration and electrical interference.

    •⁠  Weight – Approximately 8 kg, reflecting a substantial linear power supply and robust internal layout optimized for stable, low-noise analogue operation.

  • PLiXiR Elite BAC 3000 Conditioner with Audio Replas Socket

    PLiXiR Elite BAC 3000 Conditioner with Audio Replas Socket Overview – The PLiXiR Elite BAC 3000, released around 2016, is a balanced AC power conditioner engineered to deliver ultra-low-noise, stable power, further enhanced by the premium Audio Replas outlet for superior conductivity.

    Ultra-Low-Noise Balanced Power – Using a large toroidal balanced transformer and careful grounding topology, the Elite BAC 3000 reduces common-mode noise, improves micro-detail, and enhances dynamics across high-resolution audio systems.

    Audio Replas Socket Enhancement – The upgraded Audio Replas receptacle provides superior electrical contact, lower resistance, and improved power transfer, allowing the PLiXiR Elite BAC 3000 to unlock cleaner transients and more natural tonal texture.

    Stable High-Current Delivery – Capable of powering demanding amplifiers and source components, the Elite BAC 3000 maintains voltage stability under load, improving bass control, imaging precision, and overall system coherence.

    Dimensions – Approx. 430 mm (W) × 160 mm (H) × 360 mm (D), with a low-resonance chassis designed for vibration control and optimal placement within high-end audio racks.

    Weight – Roughly 28–30 kg, largely due to its massive balanced transformer and reinforced enclosure, ensuring mechanical stability and superior noise isolation.

Metronome Technologie is a French high-end digital audio specialist renowned for its uncompromising approach to CD players, DACs, and digital transports. Founded in France, the brand is driven by a philosophy that digital playback should prioritise musicality, timing accuracy, and analogue-like flow rather than purely technical measurements. Metronome is known for its robust mechanical construction, high-quality power supplies, and meticulous analogue output stages, all designed to reduce digital glare and preserve natural tonal balance.

This design ethos gives Metronome Technologie a strong following in the pre-owned Hi-Fi market. In Singapore, Malaysia, and across Southeast Asia, pre-owned Metronome digital components are valued for their longevity, stable performance, and ability to remain competitive even as digital formats evolve. Many earlier Metronome models continue to deliver reference-level musicality, making them a compelling choice for audiophiles seeking high-end digital sound with enduring value.

On SoundTribeAsia, Metronome Technologie listings—both new and pre-owned—are presented within a trusted marketplace that emphasises verified sellers, transparent condition disclosure, and regional accountability. This allows audiophiles across Southeast Asia to invest in high-value French digital audio equipment with confidence, supported by a platform designed for long-term ownership rather than short-term retail cycles.

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