AirPlay 2 added to Linn DSM

11 July 2022

AirPlay 2 functionality is being rolled out to Linn DSM music streamers. Next-generation Klimax DSM, Majik DSM/4, any Klimax DS/DSM upgraded with Organik, and all newly manufactured Selekt DSM possess AirPlay 2 hardware; the software to activate it is currently in beta, with an upcoming release version bringing this new functionality to thousands of Linn network music player owners.

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Naim Firmware 3.8.1 Update for Uniti range and ND streamers

21 June 2022

Naim has this week issued a minor patch release – version 3.8.1 – of the Firmware for Uniti Atom, Atom Headphone Edition, Uniti Star, Uniti Nova, ND5 XS2, NDX2 and ND555. The update is easily installed via the Naim App: please ensure you are running at least version 2.24 (Android devices) or 5.24 (Apple iOS […]

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Five new Linn LP12 upgrades!

19 June 2022

7075-grade aluminium used throughout arm wand, to produce superb resonant behaviour
Machined headshell with weight reduction pockets for increased agility
Cold-drawn 7075 aluminium arm tube produced to exceedingly high tolerances and accuracy
Gimballed design results in improved depth, impact, and emotion conveyed
Machined stainless-steel counterweight decreases arm wand inertia
Single piece, polished stainless-steel through-spindle for improved alignment and stability

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Rega Planar 3 with Elys 2 returns

31 May 2022

Rega’s multi award winning Planar 3 with Elys 2 cartridge is back! After more than a year in the wilderness due to a global cantilever shortage, this package is once again available from Rega at an RRP of £799.

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Our thoughts: Pressure Machine, The Killers

26 May 2022

A bit of a new feature for us but we do spend a lot of time listening to music, and vinyl in particular, so we thought we would share some of our thoughts here. First up, Phil’s take on Pressure Machine, the seventh studio album from The Killers released in August last year.

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Naim Firmware 4.3.1 Update for Mu-so 2nd Generation Range

15 May 2022

Naim Audio this week released Firmware 4.3.1 for Mu-so 2nd generation, which offers a range of improvements and minor bug fixes. 

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Dynavector price rise 1st May

27 April 2022

News today that another manufacturer will be increasing prices in the face of escalating costs of production and this time it’s Dynavector.

From 1st of May (Sunday), prices will rise across the Dynavector cartridge range (and exchange scheme) by around 10%.

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NEW – Customer Testimonials

19 April 2022

At Adventures, we pride ourselves in quality of customer service across all spectrums of Hi-fi. Whether we are guiding customers to their perfect system – entry-level through to seasoned audiophile ‘bells and whistles’ set-ups, installing the very latest upgrades for existing components or servicing a 40 year old Sondek, we believe every customer deserves exceptional service, care and attention.

We are grateful to those who have share their experience of both Adventures and of their purchases. And always happy to hear more!

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Linn Organik DAC – Klimax DS and DSM upgrades now available

12 April 2022

2021 saw the launch of Linn’s next generation Klimax DSM and it is the best music streamer we have heard. A large part of that is down to Linn’s Organik DAC architecture – the first time the Glasgow audio engineers have designed and incorporated their very own, home-grown DAC.

Now, existing Klimax DS and Klimax DSM owners can upgrade to the sublime audio performance that Organik DAC delivers.

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Naim Uniti Core firmware update 2.5.4

7 April 2022

Naim Audio has released Firmware version 2.5.4 for Uniti Core, which offers a range of improvements and minor bug fixes:

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Linn App Enhancements

11 March 2022

In response to customer and retailer feedback, Linn has implemented some enhancements to the Linn App for iOS devices.

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Silent Angel – streaming stars

20 February 2022

We have been using Silent Angel’s Bonn N8 network switch and Forester F1 power supply for several months now but sometimes are still surprised by just how big a difference they make to the sound quality of streamed music. They are absolute stars!

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NEW – REGA SYSTEM ONE™

11 January 2022

UK turntable specialists Rega Research rounded off one of the busiest years in it’s history with the launch of SYSTEM ONE™ – everything you need to embark on the wonderful world of vinyl playback.

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Rega, Moon and Quadraspire to increase prices

20 December 2021

Following Naim Audio and Linn’s price rise announcements this month, several more manufacturers are being forced to increase prices in the face of escalating costs of production. We will see  rises in January from Rega, MOON and Quadraspire and from 6th January all Naim Audio servicing, repair and DR upgrades.

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New Naim Service, Repair and DR Upgrade Prices

14 December 2021

Alongside the new product pricing from Naim Audio, there will also be revised pricing for Naim DR Upgrades, Services and Repairs from 6th January 2022.

It is Naim’s first Service and Repair price adjustment since 2019 and customers will now be able to opt for a Service or a Repair – or both together – depending on requirements. 

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Linn Price Increase 1st January

12 December 2021

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Linn!

We knew it was coming and now we have the full details of Linn’s forthcoming price rise. The average increase is around 14%, some products quite a bit more and as expected, newer products such Radikal 2, Ekstatik and Klimax Organik DSM will not change. The price of a Majik LP12 too is held at £3450 but every other LP12, component and upgrade is rising.

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TIDAL Connect now on Naim Mu-so

11 December 2021

Naim has added more listening options to it’s Mu-so 2nd Generation wireless speakers – Mu-so and Mu-so Qb – with a free software update enabling TIDAL Connect, Firmware 4.3.

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Naim Firmware 3.8 update for Uniti and ND streamers

9 December 2021

Naim Audio today release Firmware 3.8, which offers a range of improvements and minor bug fixes for the Naim Uniti range – Atom, Star and Nova – as well as network music players ND5 XS2, NDX2 and ND555.

It also fully prepares these products for the upcoming change in TIDAL authentication – so is an essential upgrade for anyone streaming TIDAL.

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Naim Price Increase 6th December

21 November 2021

Industry worldwide and manufacturers in particular are struggling with the many ongoing impacts of the COVID pandemic, including raw material and component prices increases as well as major logistical cost increases, especially around transport and Hi-fi is no exception.

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New Linn Ekstatik reference cartridge and Radikal 2 for LP12

30 October 2021

Linn has just announced two huge upgrades to Klimax LP12: Ekstatik – a new reference moving coil cartridge and Radikal 2 – new reference power supply plus the return of an old favourite – heritage fluted plinth.

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Innuos Trade-In Offer – MK1 to MK3

7 October 2021

Trade up your old MK1 Innuos server to a new MK3 with innuOS 2.0 and Innuos Sense App and rediscover your music.

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Naim legacy streamers firmware update for TIDAL

29 September 2021

If you are streaming TIDAL using any of these legacy products: Mu-so 1st generation, UnitiQute/Qute 2; UnitiLite; Uniti/Uniti 2; SuperUniti; NAC-N 172; NAC-N 272; ND5 XS; NDX; NDS, it’s time to update your firmware.

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Naim enable TIDAL Connect with Firmware 3.7

24 September 2021

Naim enable TIDAL Connect with Firmware 3.7

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Naim App Update iOS 5.22 and Android 2.22

21 September 2021

Naim App update for iOS and Android – main new feature is the ability to resize App icons and text on any device.

There are also some minor bug fixes and streaming-service updates, detailed in the release notes below.

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Linn Kazoo Update 23.8.21

3 September 2021

For those using Linn Kazoo as the control app for their Linn music streamers, a new update fixes a few issues and brings several improvements. Version 4.13.82, released 23rd August 2021.

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Rega Planar 10 now on dem

5 August 2021

Planar 10 is the reference turntable from Rega Research, giant of all things turntable related, and we’re delighted to finally have it on permanent demonstration here at Adventures.

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Bluesound Gen 3 streamers

1 August 2021

Bluesound has refreshed its excellent NODE 2i music streamer and POWERNODE 2i streaming amplifier. Gen 3 NODE and POWERNODE incorporate new DAC designs, more powerful quad-core processors and intuitive touch panel controls with presets.

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New Harbeth XD loudspeakers

19 July 2021

Harbeth’s Anniversary speaker range were superb, we loved them. So the Anniversary replacement, XD range, has a lot to live up to. Thankfully, it does. We now have 2 XD models in store – P3ESR XD and 30.2 XD. Both are sounding superb, as you would expect from this exceptional speaker brand.

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InnuOS 2.0 new Operating System

18 July 2021

Innuos has started the rollout of it’s new InnuOS 2.0 operating system, beginning with it’s Statement range and now available for ZENith SE and ZENith music servers, ZEN Mk3 follows on 21st July and the ZENmini Mk3 on 28th July. Remaining MK2 servers will follow in August.

InnuOS 2.0 sees some major changes which make it easier, faster and more enjoyable to browse and play music from anywhere.

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Five levels of Linn LP12

29 June 2021

When it comes to the Sondek LP12, it’s not quite as simple as the three levels of Linn (Majik, Akurate, Klimax); there are so many additional variables.

At Adventures in Hi-Fi, we have no less than five Sondeks on permanent demonstration at Adventures, with plenty of additional options for improvement.

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Rega Planar 3 packages

29 June 2021

Rega’s Planar 3 turntable is 45 this year. And boy, has it has aged ever so well.

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Naim Atom Headphone Edition

14 May 2021

New this week from Naim Audio – Uniti Atom Headphone Edition. Immerse yourself in your own musical cocoon with high resolution music streaming direct to your ears.

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Naim Audio Automated Inspection

10 April 2021

Naim Audio has a proud heritage of pursuing technical innovation alongside the highest product quality. The latest example of Naim’s endeavours in this area has just been announced – a new Automated Inspection System.

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Innuos price increase 1st April

13 March 2021

If you’re thinking of investing in an Innuos server to rip, store and play your CDs, now is the time to buy.

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Naim Streamer firmware update – Beat the Bugs!

9 March 2021

Out today, a new firmware update for all current Naim Audio music streamers – Uniti Atom, Star & Nova, ND5 XS2, NDX2 & ND555 – resolving a number of playback, display and other minor issues.

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New Rega KYTE loudspeakers

9 February 2021

We’ve been waiting a long time for these but all new Rega KYTE loudspeakers are finally here.

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New Planar 1 from Rega

6 February 2021

Brand new for 2021 from Rega Research – Planar 1 and Planar 1 Plus turntable in Matt Black and Matt White.

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A Very Merry Christmas

23 December 2020

As possibly the most unusual year of our lifetimes draws to a close, from all at Adventures, we would like to wish you a very merry Christmas and a safe, happy and more normal New Year!

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Save 10% by Referring a Friend

9 December 2020

Refer a new customer to Adventures in Hi-Fi and both you and your friend will receive 10% off your next purchase from us.

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Adventures’ 5* Christmas Turntable Packages

8 December 2020

For us, vinyl has never been stronger. For those taking their first steps into this wonderful format, we’ve put together a few special Christmas bundles to give you everything you need to get started in vinyl playback.

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❄ LINN WINTER PROMOTION ❄

17 November 2020

Save 20% on Linn surround sound systems or 10% on a Linn music streamer.

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Linn Krane tonearm coming 23rd November

7 November 2020

Linn had to do some pretty fast re-engineering after the sad demise of Jelco earlier this year, who had been manufacturing the Majik LP12 tonearm. Project complete, Linn is now ready to launch the Krane tonearm.

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Naim and Focal team up for special system offers

6 November 2020

Naim Audio and Focal JMLab have announced some exceptional ‘whole system’ bundle offers to help us all through what could be a long winter. Check out these special offers and extras, available at selected dealers only.

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Lockdown Love from Cyrus

5 November 2020

To help us all through the next four weeks, Cyrus Audio have slashed prices on some cracking products – DAC XP Signature, 6DAC QXR and 82DAC QXR integrated amps by up to a third. That’s £1000 saved to spend on home decor. Or music 😉.

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New to Adventures: Dali Oberon

22 October 2020

A criticism often levelled at Adventures is our lack of entry level loudspeakers. We’re sorry about that; trouble is, we haven’t found a really good one, until now. At £350 and £700 respectively, Dali Oberon 1 & 5 have blown us away!

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LP12 Breaking News – Linn Keel for Naim Aro

26 August 2020

Breaking news for Naim Aro and Sondek LP12 owners!
Linn Keel for Naim Aro is back – for a limited time only.

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Naim Uniti Core firmware update 2.5.3

21 August 2020

Naim Uniti Core firmware update with release 2.5.3 is now live and available.

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Linn Karousel – the verdict

18 August 2020

We have been installing Linn’s new Karousel bearing kit for four months now and fitted over twenty LP12s with this upgrade. Time then for a full review, including plenty input from new Karousel owners.

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Preserving your cherished vinyl

18 August 2020

You’ve spent hundreds, even thousands of pounds on your vinyl collection (not to mention the equipment on which to play it!) so it is vital that you keep those records clean. Both to enjoy the best audio playback and preserve the records themselves, but also to avoid damaging your cartridge.

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Linn Majik DSM next generation – Simply Better

16 August 2020

Introducing next generation Majik DSM – a beloved classic revamped, inside & out. Linn’s Majik DSM one-box system has been a real favourite of ours for almost a decade now. Hard to believe it’s been around that long really! Can Linn make it better? Oh yes.

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Naim Audio Software Updates: Easier ways to enjoy your favourites

11 August 2020

Users of the latest generation Naim music-streaming products will receive software updates that will make it easier to find, manage and enjoy your favourite music, radio stations and playlists on your system.

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We’re open!

25 June 2020

It has been a long time coming, but we are delighted and excited to tell you that Adventures In Hi-fi will re-open for business this week.

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Harbeth P3ESR – last units available

22 May 2020

“The last hi-fi speaker you’ll buy” – the last remaining pairs of Harbeth’s exceptional P3ESR loudspeakers.
Black Ash – £1685; Rosewood – £1765

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New from Rega – io integrated amplifier

22 May 2020

New io integrated amplifier from Rega Research, just £379.

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Welcome Aboard Spendor!

10 April 2020

We are delighted to announce that Adventures in HiFi is now an authorised retailer of Spendor Audio.

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ADVENTURES RETAIL UPDATE

21 March 2020

Regrettably, we have taken the decision to close the shop premises temporarily from close of play today, Saturday 21st March, in the interests of the health and safety all.

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Any colour, any inscription. Create your own bespoke Sondek LP12

19 March 2020

To coincide with new Karousel bearing for LP12, Linn has introduced two ‘personalisation’ options allowing you to create your very own, bespoke Sondek LP12 turntable.

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Linn Karousel Bearing for LP12

5 March 2020

The essential Linn LP12 upgrade – Karousel Bearing.

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System One – a complete Rega Hi-fi for £999

1 March 2020

Seems almost too good to be true, but it is. Rega Research are about to launch a complete turntable hi-fi system for less than £1000. And it sounds great.

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Qobuz Studio Premier now just £14.99/mth

27 February 2020

50 million tracks at CD quality, 2 million+ at Studio Master; for £14.99 per month. Thank you Qobuz.

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50% off Naim Accessories

24 February 2020

Nice promo from Naim Audio for Bristol Hi-Fi Show visitors: 50% off any Naim accessory with a Naim product.

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New Hana MC cartridges

20 February 2020

Always on the lookout for cost-effective components that improve analogue performance, we have just received our first selection of Hana moving coil cartridges from Japan and so far we’re liking what we hear.

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Davaar 75 brings Wi-fi and Bluetooth to Linn Selekt

13 February 2020

Today’s Davaar 75 software release from Linn (for all DS and DSM products) brings some exciting new features to Selekt DSMs, including Wi-fi and Bluetooth connectivity.

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Naim Audio adds native Qobuz support

10 February 2020

** 10th Feb update – it’s here! Download free firmware upgrade through the Naim App now **

Finally! Naim Audio is adding native Qobuz support to it’s streaming products.

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New Linn App now available

3 February 2020

Linn has launched and a new and improved user interface – Linn App – for control of its digital streaming products.

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Naim Price Increase – 1st February

20 January 2020

Naim Audio prices will increase across the board – products and accessories – by around 5% on Saturday 1st February.

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Naim NAC N-272 special offer

20 November 2019

We don’t really do Black Friday, but this year we’re tapping one toe on the bandwagon with our own rather tasty Naim NAC N-272 offer 😊.

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Linn Series 5 Winter promotion – save over 20%

15 November 2019

Here’s a real winter warmer for you: save OVER 20% on a Linn Series 5 system for one month only.

Incredible sound in your own style.

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Naim Uniti Core Firmware update 2.5.2

13 November 2019

Naim Audio today released firmware update 2.5.2 for Uniti Core hard disk music server and ripper that brings a number of fixes and improvements.

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Naim AirPlay® 2 Streamer Update

6 November 2019

Apple AirPlay 2 support has been added to Naim Audio’s dedicated network players – the ND5 XS2, NDX 2 and ND 555 – via a free over-the-air firmware update.

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Linn: Return of the DS

10 October 2019

It seems the manufacturers do listen after all. Linn announced today that it has re-introduced it’s standalone source products, Klimax DS and Akurate DS, in response to customer feedback.

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Naim Audio – Firmware update 3.3.0 for Uniti Atom, Star and Nova

4 October 2019

Naim Audio have just released a major Firmware update for the Uniti range which fixes a range of display and usability issues and adds fresh internet radio functionality.

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New Rega Planar 10 and Apheta 3 MC cartridge

11 September 2019

Rega Research this week unveils it’s highest performing turntable to date – all new Planar 10, using the most advanced materials and engineering solutions built around a supremely lightweight plinth to ensure the greatest level of performance.

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New Naim NAITs

4 September 2019

They have been a long time coming (six years in fact), but the ‘wait for NAIT’ is over.

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Linn price increase is coming

3 September 2019

It’s been 3 years since Linn increased prices in the UK but that will change on 1st October.

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Linn Summer Promotion part 2 – save 10% on a Linn music streamer

18 July 2019

Saving the best ’til last? The second half of Linn’s summer promotion could certainly claim that:

Trade in any music player and receive 10% off a Linn DSM player, plus a free TIDAL and Roon 90 day subscription – there’s never been a better time to take the DSM plunge.

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Linn Tech Upgrades summer promotion – 10% off Exakt and Katalyst

1 July 2019

Technology marches on relentlessly, and it’s not always easy to keep up. This summer Linn are making it just a little less difficult with 10% off Exakt and Katalyst upgrades – arguably Linn’s two most impressive technology developments.

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Cyrus One summer promotion – save £100

20 June 2019

We’ve been quite taken with the Cyrus One – a compact integrated amplifier with built-in moving magnet phono stage, Bluetooth connectivity, headphone input and generally pretty impressive specification.

Already great value, you can save £100 on both the One and One HD in Cyrus’s summer promotion. Until Friday 2nd August. Cyrus One is reduced from £699 to £599 and the Cyrus One HD from £999 to £899.

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The awards keep rolling in for Tellurium Q

20 May 2019

Tellurium Q had a great start to the Munich High End Show 2019 with Image HiFi Multiple Product of the Year Awards – for no less than FOUR cables – and a great review for it’s Silver range from Paul Rigby.
“If you’re in the market for high end power cables, you cannot and should not ignore the Silver range from Tellurium Q.” – Paul Rigby (The Audiophile Man).

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Naim Mu-so 2nd generation – Excellence Remastered

9 May 2019

Naim Audio may not be as good at keeping secrets as it is at engineering fine audio products, but it’s now finally out in the open – 2nd Generation Mu-so has arrived and pretty much everything has changed.

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Linn Katalyst DAC upgrade available for Exaktbox-I

4 May 2019

We’ve been blown away by the difference in performance Linn’s Katalyst DAC architecture makes; it is simply phenomenal. Now it’s the turn of Exaktbox-I to benefit from Katalyst.

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Linn Selekt DSM Surround

25 April 2019

The first upgrade modules are now available for Linn Selekt DSM, aimed squarely at movie-lovers.

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Keeping Naim active – SNAXO Crossovers for Kudos

18 April 2019

Good news for Naim customers with elderly active systems – SNAXO is being developed for more modern speakers, notably Kudos.

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Audiolab M-DAC Nano – mobile marvel!

15 April 2019

It is 44mm square, 14mm thick and weighs in at just 28g (that’s 1oz in old money) but Audiolab’s new M-DAC Nano is a matchbox-sized, mobile marvel.

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Naim Warranty Guidelines

12 April 2019

Naim Audio Warranty Policy Update.An updated warranty policy from Naim Audio is available for reference.

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Heads Up – Airplay 2 and DAB/FM coming to Naim Uniti

11 April 2019

Impending good news for Naim Uniti owners. Two new features are en route to you – Apple Airplay 2 and DAB/FM.

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NEW Rega Planar 78 – time to dust off your old 78rpm vinyl

25 March 2019

It’s time to blow the dust off (or preferably properly clean) your old 78s collection.

Rega Research have just launched the new Planar 78 – a single speed turntable dedicated to 78rpm vinyl playback. Excellent build quality, reliability and ease of use combine to make a product which offers a lifetime of musical enjoyment.

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TIDAL fix for Mu-so and legacy Naim streamers

15 March 2019

Good news from Naim Audio for Mu-so and legacy streamer owners who may have been experiencing problems with TIDAL streaming service. The problem has been diagnosed and a simple power-cycle of your product should ensure the fix is implemented.

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Cyrus Phono Signature

10 March 2019

It’s been a while since we had any new products from Cyrus, but Phono Signature is worth the wait. Lauded as one of the best at any price, this multi-turntable phono stage ticks every box.

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15% off LP12 upgrades

5 March 2019

Buy one Linn LP12 upgrade and get 15% off a second – from 5th March until 30th April inclusive.

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Linn Majik tonearm now shipping

4 March 2019

Launched last December as part of the Majik LP12 turntable, the new, all-Linn Majik tonearm is now available as a standalone part/upgrade, RRP £600.

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Surround Sound upgrade for Linn DSM

17 January 2019

A surround processing upgrade is now available for Linn Klimax DSM and Akurate DSM*, offering a high performance solution with any speakers and providing the opportunity to update your existing Linn Surround Sound system with the latest high performance.
The simple upgrade, fitted to the HDMI 2.0 board in the field, provides on-board processing of up to 7.1 channels of Dolby and DTS audio.

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110LPv2 – a little cracker from MOON

10 January 2019

MOON by Simaudio has launched a proper little cracker with it’s new phono stage, 110LPv2. Not only is it better than it’s predecessor, at only £399, it’s cheaper too!

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Why you should always clean records

7 January 2019

The condition of vinyl records has a direct impact on their sound quality. It’s common knowledge that records need the occasional clean; used record purchases especially should always be cleaned before they go anywhere near your turntable and stylus. Dirty records not only sound bad, but they also exacerbate stylus wear and contaminate your turntable – spreading the muck across your precious vinyl collection.What isn’t always common knowledge however, is that brand new vinyl needs cleaning too – ideally before it hits your turntable. The reason for this is two-fold: static charge & factory grime.

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Rob’s Albums of the Year

21 December 2018

In no particular order, here’s what’s been spinning on the Adventures’ deck this year.

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Christmas Opening Hours

19 December 2018

It’s Christmastime…

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Linn Winter Promotion: Majik LP12 + Majik DSM – £5000

4 December 2018

Majik streams, majik grooves: the perfect package from Linn. A Majik LP12 with Majik DSM gives you the best of both worlds. High performance vinyl and the studio master streaming ability in a stunning two-box package, just add speakers.

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