Henley Audio Celebrates Recognition in the HiFi News Yearbook
We are proud to announce that seven of our brands have been featured in the prestigious HiFi News Yearbook. This annual publication is a trusted resource for audiophiles, showcasing this year’s finest audio equipment and technological innovations. HiFi News highlighted eight standout products - explore their reviews below:
E.A.T. E-Glo II: A Pure-Valve Phono Stage with Style
The E.A.T. E-Glo II phono stage combines cutting-edge performance with elegant design. Housed in a luxurious aluminium casing, it features six tubes and supports up to three turntable/cartridge setups. HiFi News praises its versatility and noise-free operation, noting, “It sounds as a pure-valve phono stage should, but without hum or noise. And oh, that illumination!”.
Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista 600.2: Power Meets Precision
Musical Fidelity’s Nu-Vista 600.2 amplifier is a dual-mono, fully analogue powerhouse. With 160W per channel and nuvistor valve technology, it delivers rich, dynamic sound. HiFi News describes it as “the proverbial ‘iron fist in a velvet glove’,” applauding its big, satisfying soundstages shaped by the signature Nu-Vista tubes.
Musical Fidelity M8X Vinyl: Reference-Class Phono Stage
The M8X Vinyl phono stage from Musical Fidelity offers flagship performance at a more accessible price. Featuring technology derived from the Nu-Vista range, it delivers rich sound and excellent separation. According to HiFi News, it “gets the most out of your turntable, cart and no less importantly…your records.”
Piega Coax 411: Compact Speaker, Immense Clarity
Piega’s Coax 411 bookshelf speakers bring high-resolution audio to smaller spaces. Their coaxial design ensures clarity and depth across genres. HiFi News commends their versatility, stating they “proved a fine choice for the mélange of styles and instruments,” handling both electropop and symphonic tracks with ease.
Roon Nucleus Titan: Seamless Music Management
The Nucleus Titan by Roon elevates digital music management with sleek design and powerful performance. It integrates effortlessly into any Hi-Fi setup. HiFi News highlights its appeal, saying, “Without doubt, this is the slickest way yet to integrate the music management platform into your hi-fi set-up.”
Rotel Michi Q5: CD Playback Reimagined
Rotel’s Michi Q5 CD player and DAC offers precision engineering and elegant aesthetics. Designed for serious collectors, it delivers exceptional playback quality. HiFi News notes its impact: “A welcome addition to Rotel’s top-tier Michi strand…a performance that extracts plenty from the legacy digital format.”
Ortofon MC 90X: Cartridge Innovation with Heritage
The Ortofon MC 90X cartridge blends classic craftsmanship with modern technology. With features like the Replicant 100 diamond and Wide Range Damping system, it offers immersive sound. HiFi News calls it “a champ,” capable of handling everything from Van Halen to Wan Cliburn with ease.
Pro-Ject XA B: A Turntable That Turns Heads
The Pro-Ject XA B turntable is as much a visual statement as it is an audio marvel. Its transparent acrylic plinth and refined finish make it a centrepiece in any room. HiFi News praises its rhythmic confidence, saying it “never came close to sounding discomfited by any flavour of vinyl.”
Looking Ahead: More Innovation from Henley Audio Brands
Henley Audio is thrilled by the recognition from HiFi News and looks forward to launching more exciting products in the lead-up to Christmas and into the new year. Stay tuned for the next wave of audio excellence from these celebrated brands.
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