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New Cambridge Audio Streamers.

Posted on August 2nd, 2023

Over the past few days, I have had the pleasure of the auditioning the Cambridge Audio AXN10 Network Player. This unit sounded extremely compelling, was remarkably easy to set up and use. The enjoyment was enhanced by the intuitive and rock solid StreamMagic app.

Some specs:

StreamMagic Gen 4 Module – swift playback & high quality sound.

ESS SABRE ES9033Q DAC – for the latest streaming capabilities.

High-quality Internet Radio – thanks to MPEG-DASH support

Spotify Connect, TIDAL & Qobuz built in – for the best possible sound.

Roon Ready – easy browsing of your digital music.
Connectivity Choice – with USB playback, RCA/phono, coax & optical or wirelessly with Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2 & Bluetooth.

MSRP – $799.99.

All of this excellence* is available in a half width chassis. This is the MXN10 and retails for $599.99.
* I have been assured that the performance of both units is identical.

VICTORIA DAY – CLOSED

Posted on May 20th, 2023

Audio Ark will be closed Monday, May 22nd and Tuesday, May 23rd for Victoria Day. Normal hours resume on Wednesday, May 24th.

INTRODUCING THE LAB12 integre4.

Posted on May 3rd, 2023

“Integre4 produces a mighty 2 x 65 Watts using two KT-150 tubes per channel. The onboard regulated high-voltage power supply guarantees an absolutely noise-free signal, whilst eleven low ESR and high capacity capacitors provide instant power on demand and ultra linear output transformers ensure the utmost dynamic, open and natural sound, that extends across the complete frequency range.”

“Beneath the chassis, Integre4 hides a complex and sophisticated operating system that provides constant monitoring of all tubes and high-power electronic components, protecting them from any kind of harmful damage. Bias can be adjusted manually via the built-in and high-quality current metering system and instant selectable anode current allows the use of any octal type tube – a tube rollers dream.
But the feature set doesn’t end here. Integre4’s dedicated headphone circuit fully exploits the amplifier’s power output stage in absence of any OPamps. Yes, Integre4 can act as a true high-performance headphone amplifier, too.”

MSRP – $5870.00

LATEST ARRIVALS.

Posted on April 14th, 2023

Some new additions and restocked items this week:

Klipsch Corwall IVs

Magnepan LRS+

Six Acoustic Belmont Phono Stage.

GOOD FRIDAY – CLOSED

Posted on April 6th, 2023

We will be closed on Friday, April 7th for Good Friday. Normal hours of operation resume on Saturday, April 8th.

FOCAL Loudspeakers – ON SALE

Posted on April 4th, 2023

All in stock Focal loudspeakers are 30% off. This excludes headphones, earbuds and accessories.

PARADIGM XR SERIES SUBWOOFERS HAVE ARRIVED.

Posted on January 13th, 2023

Paradigm’s XR series subwoofers are unboxed and ready to go.

“The all-new XR subwoofers are a master class in design and engineering refinement that challenges what is possible from a compact, sealed subwoofer design. Our goal was to push the boundaries of performance while never losing sight of aesthetics by wrapping everything up into a suitable size that won’t ever feel out of place.”

XR 13 – $5999.99 ea.
XR 11 – $4999.99 ea.

SEASONAL HOURS.

Posted on December 23rd, 2022

Here are our hours for the festive season:

Dec 23, Friday 10:00am – 5:30pm
Dec 24, Saturday Closed
Christmas Day Closed
Boxing Day Closed
Dec 27, Tuesday 10:00am – 5:30pm
Dec 28, Wednesday 10:00am – 5:30pm
Dec 29, Thursday 10:00am – 5:30pm
Dec 30, Friday 10:00am – 5:30pm
Dec 31, 10:00am – 4:00pm
New Year’s Day Closed
Jan 2, Closed
Jan 3, Closed
Jan 4, 10:00am – 5:30pm

Thank you.

REMEMBRANCE DAY – CLOSED

Posted on November 10th, 2022

We be will closed on Friday, November 11th in observance of Remembrance Day. Regular business hours resume on Saturday. Thank you.

BACK IN STOCK – Magnepan MG 1.7i

Posted on July 12th, 2022

The venerable Magnepan MG1.7i planar magnetic loudspeakers are back in stock. Four pairs available; two pairs in black cloth with dark cherry trim and two in cherry white cloth with dark cherry trim.

Please note the new MSRP – $3950.00 / pair.*

* Magnepan’s first price increase in eight years, possibly longer.