The Naiad incorporates the following ground-breaking features: Ultra-lightweight carbon fibre plinth with Rohacell foam core and ceramic braces RB Titanium tonearm Aphelion 2 MC cartridge Advanced power supply housed in our reference electronics casework Automatic calibration for speed and inbuilt test facility New ceramic flywheel effect platter Zirconia toughened alumina (ZTA) spindle and bearing assembly Precision machined aluminium hub Custom made carbon fibre cantilever designed wall bracket to provide the ultimate support The Naiad is supplied in premium custom-made packaging and a shipping crate. It will include all the required tools for assembly along with the Rega Atlas tracking force gauge and a copy of the Rega book.   read more

The ULTIMATUM XLS loudspeaker is a standmount design that adheres to all the principles that have marked out the ULTIMATUM project and given it such enduring success. The ultra-rigid birch-plywood enclosure, innovative baffle-decoupling technology, ‘isobaric’ bass loading, and use of twin EMIT ribbon-type super-tweeters are employed here to deliver the ULTIMATUM promise of a lifetime of musical enjoyment. The enclosure comprises four discrete internal cavities each optimized for the purpose. The Mid/Bass tuning is optimal for the main enclosure volume while the HF cabinet is small to increase rigidity and to stop back pressure from the Mid Bass driver adversely affecting the rear chamber of the tweeter. The two EMIT super tweeters are similarly isolated.   SPECIFICATIONS     HF Unit 26mm SONOMEX Domed XL Super HF Units 2* EMIT 25mm planar/ribbon Bass / Midrange 2* 168mm NEATUnit with Aluminium Phase Plug Dimensions (hwd): 38x22x37cm. Enclosure type: Multi-chamber, multi-driver array, incorporating isobaric internal cavity, plus upward firing super-tweeters Sensitivity: 88db/1 watt Recommended amplifier power: 25 – 200 watts Impedance: 6 ohms average. Minimum 4 ohms Weight: 15Kg. each Shipping weight: 35Kg. pair   read more

This elegant new design uses the configuration first exploited in the prestige Neat Ultimatum XL6 loudspeaker. The top section is sealed off from the lower, and incorporates two sealed chambers, operating as a two-way infinite baffle loudspeaker. A 50mm ribbon-type tweeter and 134mm bass/midrange unit are both mounted on a specially profiled sub-baffle, attached to the main cabinet via a de-coupling polyethylene membrane.   Upper section: The tweeter is a ribbon type which delivers tremendous dynamic expression without compression. The bass/mid drive unit has also been used in the award-winning Neat Motive and Iota Alpha models. It has a treated paper cone with a flared profile. The carefully-judged crossover network allows superb integration of these units. Lower section: The lower, ported, section of the EKSTRA houses not one, but two of the 134mm bass drive units. One unit is located on the bottom panel, facing the floor, whilst the second is located internally, directly above the first, in a sealed iso-baric arrangement, handling only low frequencies and acting as an integral subwoofer system. The low-Q port is specially tuned to enable close to wall placement of the speaker in most rooms. Iso-baric loading allows deep, well controlled LF performance from a compact enclosure. This system takes great skill to execute correctly, and the very successful implementation in several of our other models means that we can approach this new design with confidence. The EKSTRA is very slim, at 17cm wide, and 110cm tall. The footprint is exceptionally small, so it can be positioned in very tight situations if required. Combining these elements ensures that the EKSTRA delivers a compelling portrayal of all types of music. Like many Neat models, it delivers a full-bodied and agile presentation with a huge soundstage, which projects far beyond the modest confines of the cabinet. SPECIFICATIONS Size (hxwxd): 110 x 17 x 25cm Drive Unit Dimensions: Sub-bass units: 2 x 134mm, Bass/mid unit: 134mm, Tweeter: 50mm True Ribbon Weight: 18Kg each Impedance: 8 Ohms (minimum 5 Ohms) Sensitivity: 88dB/1 watt System: 2.5-way iso-baric bass reflex, incorporating integral iso-baric subwoofer. Drive units: 1x 134mm LF/Midrange unit; 1x Ribbon HF unit; 2x 134mm LF units. read more

Imagine a new kind of amplifier that combines the best of both solid-state and tube technologies. An energy-efficient "green" design requires no tube biasing or regular maintenance. An amplifier has the smooth and organic sound that only tubes can provide combined with the dynamics and slam of the solid state. Such an amplifier now exists! Critics are already using words like "Groundbreaking" and "Revolutionary" to describe our new tube/Class D hybrid amplifiers. These new amplifiers are much more than simply a tube circuit placed in front of a class D output section. Our proprietary tubeD™ circuit topology actually integrates the tube section into the amplifier yielding the smooth natural sound that only a tube amp can provide. With almost uncanny accuracy the Dragon and Hydra amps deliver stunning dynamics and transparency without any of the edgy, etched or grainy sound that often accompanies solid state designs. A low power standby mode allows critical amplifier sections to remain continuously powered on (if desired) and a slow start feature allows the tubes to warm up gradually to eliminate turn-on noise and greatly extend tube life. Three massive linear power supplies are used to power the amplifier circuitry and ultra-high quality parts are used exclusively throughout the design. Combined with a stunning appearance, you can be certain that you are investing in an amplifier that truly represents the very leading edge of audio technology.

General Features: - NCore Hypex modules in DragoN - Massive linear power supplies - Balanced (XLR) and single-ended (RCA) inputs - Heavy-duty gold plated binding posts - Two 12AU7 tube complement - Short circuit protection - Standby circuitry for solid-state components - Slow start circuit for extended tube life - Machined aluminum faceplate - Heavy (2 ounces) copper circuit board - All precision components   Specifications:  - Output power Dragon: 300/500 WPC 8/4 Ohms - Output power Hydra: 100/200 WPC 8/4 Ohms - Input impedance: 200K Ohms - frequency response: 10Hz - 20KHz ± 1dB - THD: <0.1% typ., <1.0% at rated power - input sensitivity: 1.0V RMS - dimensions: 18'' W x 15'' D x 5.5'' H - weight: DragoN 38 lbs Hydra 34 lbs - power requirements: 115/230V - 50/60Hz read more

Planar 10's create an impressive sound image with depth and perfect placement of instruments and vocals. For the price, it's difficult to see Planar 10 and Apheta pickup as anything other than an extremely good combination.   read more

The speaker manages to fill the room with beautifully balanced voices and clarity that make the speaker something very special in the price range below 1000 EUR. Rega Kyte is another speaker that proves that you can get fantastic sound in this price range...       read more

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