Pro-Ject Classic Reference

At the centre of this month’s system is the Pro‑Ject Classic Reference, a turntable that blends timeless design with impeccable engineering. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Classic EVO and Pro‑Ject’s work with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, it offers the stability, resonance control and aesthetic elegance expected from a high-performance turntable. Its combination of mass‑loading principles, mechanical precision and premium materials makes it the perfect foundation on which to build a high‑performance system.

Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista Vinyl S

Feeding off this exceptional turntable, the Nu‑Vista Vinyl S phono stage delivers the unmistakable tonal character of Musical Fidelity’s nuvistor technology in a compact, more accessible form. Its fully discrete Class A circuitry and split‑passive RIAA, DECCA and COLUMBIA equalisation curves make it exquisitely accurate across every type of pressing. Whether paired with MM or MC cartridges, the Vinyl S presents vinyl recordings with a lush midrange, smooth extension and excellent channel balance. Thoughtful engineering, combined with nuvistor warmth, gives the Vinyl S the perfect role in the system: preserving the Classic Reference’s sonic purity while adding a touch of Musical Fidelity richness.

Musical Fidelity Nu-Vista 600.2

From here, the signal is handed to the powerhouse of the setup: the Nu‑Vista 600.2. With its rare 6S51N nuvistor tubes, dual‑mono layout and Class A topology, this integrated amplifier offers both breathtaking clarity and commanding control. Delivering 160 watts per channel, it drives demanding loudspeakers with effortless authority, while maintaining a natural, open midrange that makes vinyl sound wonderfully lifelike. Wrapped in a robust aluminium chassis with classic VU meters, the 600.2 not only anchors the system visually but also ensures noise isolation, mechanical stability and long‑term reliability.

Piega Premium 801

To complete the system, the Piega Premium 801 loudspeakers bring Swiss precision and expressive detail to the listening experience. Their newly developed RM 01‑24 ribbon tweeter, combined with a finely tuned horn attachment, delivers stunning high‑frequency clarity and speed - an ideal match for the smooth, harmonically rich presentation of the Nu‑Vista electronics. Encased in Piega’s beautifully crafted aluminium cabinets, they offer both acoustic precision and visual sophistication. In this system, they act as the perfect transducers - revealing micro‑details from the Classic Reference while rendering dynamics with ease and elegance.