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The Brand NEW QUAD ESL are now in our Melbourne Store:

Quad ESL 12 - 2912 Electrostatic Speaker Employing the Legendary Sound Of The Original Quad. They look Better and they sound Better

Come on in and Find out more:

QUAD ESL 2912 RRP $22 999 New Price: $16, 989

Now: $16,989

Now: $16,989

Now: $16,989

QUAD ESL 2805 new in box one pair only $8999

QUAD ESL 2805 new in box one pair only $8999

Valid for new products only. Stocks at this price absolutely limited. Discount sale price applies on purchase ie. no lay buys.

The Vandersteen Quatro speakers provide enhanced performance by combining the 3a Signature and a pair of 2Wq's in a more esthetically pleasing enclosure, simplifying the setup procedure and presenting a less imposing presence in the room. The Vandersteen Quatro has many of the same attributes as the Model 5 without the cost of the veneered cabinet.

Enhanced performance is due to 11-band room compensation controls in each speaker allowing bass optimization in virtually any position in the room.

FLOORSTOCK SALE MELBOURNE ONLY

3A sig Was $5999 (inc pedestal) Now: $3990

One pair only

TREO Floorstander was $9990. Now: $6600

Last Pair

Quatro Cloth Floorstander Now $9990

with High Pass FQ Filters add $1290

Only one pair left

ALSO In both Melbourne and Brisbane Stores:

Latest model Quatro $19999

Latest model TREO $9990

High Pass FQ Filters $1290 (for quatro's)

3A sig $5999 (inc pedestal)

2Ce Sig Mark II $3299 (inc pedestal)

1Ci $1999 (inc pedestal)

NEW Audio lab M-DAC Plus

Did you like the M-DAC but wish it had a better power supply? Well that is what you are getting with the M-DAC Plus. And more!

The new M-DAC+ is a high-performance, multi-purpose audio DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Converter) for home use, designed to sit on a desk or table, or integrate into a hi-fi system. It incorporates a highly specified, audiophile-quality digital preamplifier and Class A output stage for connection to a power amp and speakers (the output can be fixed for those who wish to use an existing preamp or integrated amp), in addition to a high-quality output for headphone use.

The Audiolab M-DAC+ retails for $1990.(RRP).

Sales Price $1795

IN STOCK NOW Melbourne And Brisbane

We also have a super System deal on the New Audiolab 8300 Components

Audiolab 8300 CD Player : $2259 (RRP $2499)

Audiolab 8300 Ampr : $ (RRP $)

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Now we offer PayPal as a solution. Ask us how:

http://www.caxtonaudio.com.au/contactus.html

This year we celebrate the 30th anniversary of conrad-johnson’s design and manufacture of solid-state audio components that just sound right.

To Celebrate we have the MF2550SE 250Watt/channel amplifier available in Australia for $10990 (Melbourne)

USA Retail for MF2550SE - $7800 USD

We are doing a special on the ET5 Valve Pre for $11990

USA Retail for ET5 - $10000 USD

New Release:

CA 150 Control Amp for $7500

We are also doing a run out special on the ET250 for $6999

Critical Acclaim

Conrad-Johnson’s dedication to the manufacture of audio components that “just sound right” continues to be recognized by the audio press with awards, recommendations, and highly positive reviews.

In the March 2015 issue of The Absolute Sound, the ART mono-block power amplifiers and the ET3, ET5 and ART preamplifiers all are listed in the Editor’s Choice Awards recommendations.

From Hong Kong, the ET5 and LP260M mono-blocks received 2014 Overall Performance Awards from Super AV.

The April 2015 listing of Stereophile’s Recommended Components continues to rank the Classic Sixty as a Class A recommendation.

Mu-so Qb is the new compact wireless music system from the engineers behind the award-winning Mu-so

Controlled by a powerful audio brain, Mu-so Qb is alive with custom-made features all designed in Naim's audio laboratories in England. It’s a true feat of sound engineering. From the contours of the glass-filled polymer casing to the bass radiators that help create huge low frequencies – every millimetre of space has been used to great effect. Simple to control and easy to connect, Mu-so Qb generates a staggering 300 watts that unmasks your music with a sound that defies size.

NEW Mu-so Qb

SALE PRICE: $1299

Free SHIPPING

Alan Sircom from Hi-Fi+ gives his first impressions of the Naim Mu-so Qb.

http://www.hifiplus.com/articles/exclusive-first-listen-naim-mu-so-qb/

ALSO the NAIM Mu-So still avaliable:

Naim Mu-so review:

The whole range reduced. See our special offers page for more prices: http://www.caxtonaudio.com.au/specialoffers.html

Each month we pick the best bargain "giant killer" items we have on sale to put together a great budget system.

SPEAKERS

Wharfedale Diamond 9.1 speakers: RRP $600 Sale $299

AMPLIFIER

NAD C316 BEE Integrated Amp: RRRP $549 Sale $499

SOURCE

QUAD D-1 Link DAC: RRP $799 Sale $399

BYO PC or MAC Computer Music Server

(OR ADD NAD C516BEE CD Payer $429)

Retail price - $1948

Individual Sale price - $1197

Total bundled system price: $998

Close to 50%

OFF RRP!!

QUAD Classic

Speaker SALE:

QUAD - 25L Classic Speakers (pair)
Quad 25L Classic Series Floor Standing Speakers, 91db 250 Watts RMS.

Piano Gloss finish WAS $4899 NOW $2790

Matt Veneer finish WAS $4499 NOW $2490

QUAD - 23L Classic Speakers (pair)
Quad 23L Classic Floor Stand Speaker, True 3 Way Speaker System 88db 200watts RMS.

Piano Gloss finish WAS $3799 NOW $1990

Matt Veneer finish WAS $3349 NOW $1890

QUAD - 12L Classic Speakers (pair)
Quad 12L Classic Bookshelf Speaker System, True Monitor Speakers 87db, 150 Watts.

Piano Gloss finish WAS $1799 NOW $999

Matt Veneer finish WAS $1499 NOW $899

QUAD - 11L Classic Speakers (pair)
Quad 11L Classic Bookshelf Speakers a True Professional Choice.

Piano Gloss finish WAS $1299 NOW $699

Matt Veneer finish WAS $1099 NOW $599

QUAD - L Classic Centre Speaker
Quad L Classic Centre Speaker Kevlar Cone and Designed For Precise Dialogue.

Piano Gloss finish WAS $899 NOW $490

Matt Veneer finish WAS $799 NOW $440

This is a Run out sale - once they are gone they are gone. Limited numbers of pairs and Colour's finishes available.

The NEW QUAD ARTERA components

The QUAD Artera Series' styling incorporates a completely fresh design approach while still staying true to QUAD’s legendary tradition and functionality. With textured aluminium front panels, thick glass top and CNC routed heat sinks either side, the Artera's housing offers a beautiful yet rugged structure, which also deters any unwanted vibration interference. The front panel of the Artera Play is finished with an ultra-intuitive touch-sensitive control, with quick access to playing your prized music collection.

TECHNOLOGY

AS you would expect, the Artera Play beautifully complements the sonic realism and power of Artera Stereo. Designed to be operated by even the least tech savvy user, Artera Play features a simple interface and ultra-sleek design, the inspiration of consultant designer Rodney Mead who is the man behind the Industrial Design of such QUAD classics as the 606.

Behind the simply beautiful fascia lies a wealth of hidden technology that comprises a fully capable Digital/Analogue preamplifier that can handle ultra-high resolution playback up to 32bit/384kHz in addition to DSD64/128/256 files through the USB input. A new slot-loading CD mechanism buffers data read from the disc before feeding it asynchronously, for minimum jitter, to the powerful ESS9018 8 channel DAC chip

Available in Black or Silver

QUAD ARTERA PLAY RRP $3749

QUAD ARTERA STEREO RRP $3999

QUAD DAC Link With the increased popularity of computers as source, this Link D1 USB DAC allows consumers to enjoy listening to digital music sources from a computer (Windows or Mac) via USB connection.

This device supports sampling frequencies ranging from 32kHz to 192kHz and incorporates a high quality digital-to-analogue converter (DAC). It can also serve as an USB interface simply to convert the data of music files from your computer to SPDIF signal for use with outboard DACs."

RETAIL PRICE $799 SALE: Only $399

That's a massive 50% saving while stocks last.

In the mid-seventies, two economists, friends and serious audiophiles - Dr. William Conrad and Dr. Lewis Johnson - were highly dissatisfied with the commercially available equipment of the time and were also perplexed and challenged by the readily apparent sonic differences among components in their own systems. What made these two classic tube systems sound so different? Could the virtues of each be somehow combined? Not content to merely speculate on such issues, conrad and johnson decided to systematically investigate by developing and refining a vacuum-tube preamplifier.

It has come to our attention that certain third parties have been offering "Conrad Johnson" products in Australia. These products are NOT official and are often imported from overseas markets. As such they will not provide you with the optimal user experience that a specifically manufactured local version of the product will.

We, Caxton Audio in Brisbane and Sound Reference in Melbourne, are the Sole official importers, exclusive distributor and dealers of CJ gear (Since 2004) in Australia. To get the official export model made exclusively for Australia (CJ specifically print "Export Model" on the box so it is easy for a customer to be aware) give us a call today - don't get caught out with a cheap knock off or potentially tampered with gray import by going to a "back alley" dealer!

The Diamond 9.1 is the classic king of the affordable bookshelf quality speaker. The diamond 9.1 is now in stores in limited numbers and only in Black with the low low price of just $299

These delightful speakers have twice won Awards in their price category, and in 2005 were our Product of the Year in the stereo speaker category – an achievement not to be sniffed at!
5 STAR What HiFi Winner

http://www.whathifi.com/wharfedale/diamond-91/review

Original RRP $599

Sale Price $299

The Diamond 10.1 replaces the 9.1 as the king of affordable bookshelf quality speaker.

The diamond 10.1 has the following upgrades to the 9.1

- Stronger cabinet walls

- Composite front baffle panel

- Improvements to the mid/bass drive unit

- Rear-firing twin reflex ports

- Tweeter diffuser

- Neodymium-Powered Tweeter Mounted in Cast Alloy Surround

In store for just RRP $569

Sale Price $429

Wharfedale Diamond 100 series

The Diamond 100 range replaces the Diamond 10 Range as the king of affordable quality speaker.

Wharfedale’s Diamond series has a long history of being best in class.
The first Diamond range was introduced in 1982 - in a rear-ported cabinet of just over 5 liters and fitted a 19mm dome tweeter and 120mm
long throw, polypropylene bass/mid driver. The crossover was
simple but highly effective helping the Diamond series
become best in class

The small cabinet and wonderful stereo imaging meant the Diamond quickly became a best-seller and has been a permanent fixture in the Wharfedale product range ever since and has been a best seller.

Diamond 121 Bookshelf Speaker:

In store RRP $549

Sale Price $399

Diamond 155 Floorstanding Speaker:

In store RRP $1198

Sale Price $998

Huntingdon, England -- Wharfedale, Britain's most famous loudspeaker brand, celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, one of Wharfedale's best-loved speakers from decades past is returning in enhanced, limited edition form.

Introduced in 1967, the Denton exemplified Wharfedale's twin edicts of quality and value, balancing fine craftsmanship, natural sound quality and affordability inside a compact loudspeaker that was bought in its millions right across the globe. Successive Denton designs ran until the late 1970s, at which point the famous Denton name was confined to loudspeaker history... until now!

Re-imagined by legendary loudspeaker designer Peter Comeau, the Denton 80th Anniversary Edition remains true to its illustrious namesake whilst making the most of modern materials and manufacturing techniques to deliver a speaker that is fully equipped for the 21st Century.

Strictly Limited Edition!

In store RRP of $1499

Sales Price: $1249

Or $899 out of box pair

Now into its 79th year, Quad is celebrating with the launch of its brand-new speaker range: the S Series. The new line has just been released and is available in store now.

The S Series incorporates a specially-designed ribbon tweeter and consists of two stand-mounts, two floorstanders and a centre speaker for multi-channel systems. Prices start at £600 per

FLOORSTANDER

S-5 QUAD S Series Gloss RRP $4899 SALE $ 3650

S-5 QUAD S Series Veneer RRP $4399 SALE $ 3450

S-4 QUAD S Series Gloss RRP $3999 SALE $ 3590

S-4 QUAD S Series Veneer RRP $3599 SALE $ 2790

BOOKSHELF

S-2 QUAD S Series Gloss RRP $2099 SALE $ 1649

S-2 QUAD S Series Veneer RRP $1799 SALE $ 1549

S-1 QUAD S Series Gloss RRP $1599 SALE $ 1460

S-1 QUAD S Series Veneer RRP $1349 SALE $ 1235

M-NET, a network streaming addition to the Audiolab ‘LAB’ Series of half-width components is now available

‘Adding even more versatility to its multi-award-winning LAB Series, Audiolab’s new M- NET networkable streaming player is expressly designed to partner the Audiolab M-DAC or Q-DAC allowing both internet radio services and local media from devices such as NAS drives and local PCs or MACs, effectively expanding the capabilities of the M-DAC or Q-DAC to include streaming media either via Ethernet, Wi-Fi or USB input', said Tony Ingrisano, of AVR.

The Audiolab M-NET retails for $869.99 (RRP).

We have an introductory deal on the M-NET for $699

We also have a super System deal for a very limited time only.

Buy a Q- DAC with a M-PWR and receive one new Audiolab M-NET for just $399

Q-DAC System Purchase

Q-DAC + M-PWR + M-NET Retail price $2537

You pay Special price Q-DAC system: $1897

Individual Special Savings:

LAB M-DAC: $1349 (RRP $1789)

LAB Q-DAC: $599 (RRP $949)

LAB M-PWR: $799 (RRP $1099.99)

NEW: LAB M-NET: $699 (RRP $869.99)

The New line up for Audiolab includes stunning "components of the year" items built with quality take a look at the new 8200 (pictured) CD player / DAC combo:

You’ll probably already be aware that the Audiolab 8200CD is brilliant as it took the Product of the Year gong in the CD players category, in the 2010 Awards.  If even that high praise falls short of convincing you of the Audiolab’s quality, its performance against its fiercest rivals should seal the deal.

http://www.whathifi.com/Review/Audiolab-8200CD/

The CD player use ESS Technology's 32-bit Sabre DAC to handle all digital sources, and can handle formats up to 24-bit/96kHz via their USB connection, with a read-out of bit depth and sampling frequency on the display panel.

The USB link is also asynchronous, with the data regulated by the player's master clock rather than the computer's, to minimise jitter.

Special Savings:

8200 CD Player For OLED screen version SOLD OUT

8200 CD Player standard: SOLD OUT

8200 CDQ CD Player + built in Pre: $1490

8200 CDQ CD Player For OLED screen version $1590

8200 A Integrated Amp: $1189

8200 M Power Mono Amps (pair): $2159

8200 Q Pre Amp: $1189

8200 250W Mono Blocks: $2870 (Last Pair Black)

8200 P Power Amps: $1170

8200 T Tuner: SOLD OUT

8200 Q-DAC: $599

8200 M-DAC: $1349

8200 M-PWR: $799

8200 M-PWR: SOLD OUT

The Quad II Series is based on the original Quad II amplifier, originally created by Peter Walker in 1953. Not only are these some of the finest sounding valve pre/power combinations available to date, but the genuine heritage and craftsmanship of the original has been preserved in its exquisite styling.

2015 sees the launch of our new Lancaster Gray finish, a new modern, yet classically Quad styling.

The Classic Valve Components in Lancaster Gray:

Quad II 80 Valve Amplifier 80 Watts RMS Per Mono Block , Sold As Pairs

WAS $14,999 NOW $13949

Quad II 40 Valve Amplifiers, 40 Watts RMS Per Mono Block. Sold As Pairs

WAS $9,299 NOW $7249

Quad II Classic First Launched in 1953, This Amplifier is a True Legend

WAS $5,899 NOW $5349

Quad II Integrated Valve Amplifier, At This Price Range Nothing Comes Near It. Genuine and Original

WAS $10,999 NOW $7229

Quad QC 24P Phono Valve Stage, More than just a Phono Pre-Amp

WAS $2,949 NOW $2449

Quad QC 24 Valve Stage, Designed By The Very Best

WAS $2,499 NOW $1499

Quad optional add on phono Stage, for QC 24

WAS $549 NOW $499

Looking to buy some QUAD? The QUAD sale is now on:

QUAD SALE VALVE SALE (Classic Finish):

Quad II 40 Valve Amplifiers, 40 Watts RMS Per Mono Block. Sold As Pairs

WAS $9,299 NOW $4998

Quad II 80 Valve Amplifier 80 Watts RMS Per Mono Block , Sold As Pairs

WAS $14,999 NOW $7999

Quad II Classic First Launched in 1953, This Amplifier is a True Legend

WAS $5,899 NOW $3300

Quad II Integrated Valve Amplifier, At This Price Range Nothing Comes Near It. Genuine and Original

WAS $10,999 NOW $5999

Quad QC 24 Valve line Stage, Designed By The Very Best

WAS $2,449 NOW $1499

Also on sale Quad Platinum series:

Quad Platinum DMP CD Player/DAC/ Preamplifier and Media Player All In One High Quality Component

WAS $6,499 NOW $2989

Quad Platinum Mono Block Power Amplifier 180Watts RMS per Channel. Sold as a Pair

WAS $10,995 NOW $5999

Quad Platinum Stereo Amplifier with 150Watts True RMS Sound per Channel

WAS $5,495 NOW $2999

Quad Platinum PRE Amplifier with Phono input and
Balanced output

WAS $3,849 NOW $3449

The IOTA delivers a spectacular audio performance from an impossibly small cabinet, specifically intended for use very close to walls, or in locations such as bookshelves, desktops etc., where a regular sized compact/bookshelf design may be too large.

The main drive unit is a 100mm PP cone with a powerful, low-distortion ferrite magnet system, coupled to a finite element analysis-designed suspension system. The tweeter is a 50mm vertical planar magnetic ‘ribbon’ device. The choice of tweeter is critical, because the tweeter lends the whole speaker its essential character and integrity. In this context, the tweeter’s strengths of superb dynamic contrast and accurate tonal colour are well matched to those of the main drive unit.

http://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/neat-acoustics-iota/

Now in store for $1298 a pair (RRP $1590)

OR buy the HI-FI Choice System Feature which is:

1. Pair NEAT IOTA Speakers colour of your choice

1. NAIM Unitiqute2

For: $3599

See our special offers page for more prices: http://www.caxtonaudio.com.au/specialoffers.html

The new price rise in in effect on NAIM. So check the special offers page for new prices. We still have some floor stock which is limited to usually one of available which is also listed on the Special Offers page.

Don't see the NAIM gear on the Special Offers page you are looking for? Give us a call.

With more then 40 years experience selling only the very best of the High End you can be sure that we are the Australian Experts when it comes to NAIM audio. The only place in Melbourne to buy NAIM - Sound Reference - with the range and service to support your next buying decision when it comes to NAIM

The whole range reduced. See our special offers page for more prices: http://www.caxtonaudio.com.au/specialoffers.html

NAD D 3020 Hybrid Digital Amplifier

The original NAD 3020 introduced a generation of Music Lovers to true high fidelity sound. The term High Fidelity literally means “true to the original”

Sales Price: $719

NAD D 7050 Direct Digital Network Amplifier

If you have a computer or smart phone running iTunes, and a home Wi-Fi network, just add the D 7050 and your favorite loudspeakers.

Sales Price: $1299

NAD D 1050 USB DAC

The NAD D 1050 USB DAC is the best way to add Computer Audio and HD Digital to your component hi-fi system using Asynchronous 24/192 USB input.

Sales Price: $689

We are running out the entire April Music catalogue.

The special is only for current in stock items and will not be repeated.

When all stocks run out the special is finished.

Some models are one of a kind or only one or two in stock.

Most new in the box some open cartons.

All are sold as new with full 12 month warranty

EXIMUS:

EXIMUS DP-1 RRP $3200 - SOLD OUT
EXIMUS CD 5 RRP $9995 - SALE $5995

EXIMUS S-1 RRP $2500 - SALE $1590

STELLO

Stello Ai 700 RRP $6500 SOLD OUT

Stello Ai 500-SE RRP $3795 SOLD OUT

Stello Ai 500 RRP $3600 SALE $2295

Stello CDA 500 RRP $2995 SALE $1795

Stello U3 RRP $495 SOLD OUT

Stello U2 RRP $350 SALE $205

Stello DA100sig 24/96 RRP $999 SALE $595

Stello DA100sig opc RRP $899 SALE $495

Stello DA100 opc RRP $799 SALE $449

Stello S100 RRP $1295 SOLD OUT

Stello HP100 RRP $999 SALE $499

Stello CDT100 RRP $999 SOLD OUT

AURA NOTE

Aura Note Premier RRP $2990 SALE $1790

Classic AuraNote RRP $2490 SALE $1290

AuraGrove Integrated Amp: RRP $1895 SOLD OUT

AuraNeo CD Players/ External DAC: RRP $1795 SOLD OUT

AuraVITA Receiver phono USB: RRP $1400 SOLD OUT

AuraVIVA CD Players/ External DAC: RRP $1000 SOLD OUT

Due to these Special low Sale prices we cannot offer free freight on the above items.

Red Dawn -

Speaker Cable 2m Shotgun Zplug unboxed SALE $699

Blue Heaven-

Speaker Cable 2m shotgun spade boxed SALE $449

Power cables-

Shiva 2m power cable SALE - $399

Shiva 2m power cable SALE - $399

With more then 40 years experience selling only the very best of the High End you can be sure that we are the Australian Experts when it comes to NAIM audio. The only place in Melbourne to buy NAIM - Sound Reference - with the range and service to support your next buying decision when it comes to NAIM

Products now in Stock DAC V1 and NAP 100

Naim says the DAC-V1 is ‘designed for the customer who uses a computer as their main source of music’: it has an asynchronous USB input, able to handle audio at up to 24-bit/384kHz, while the five S/PDIF digital inputs (BNC, 2x optical, 2x electrical) can handle formats up to 24-bit/192kHz.

The NAP 100 is a dual-mono power amplifier, delivering 50W per channel into 8ohms, or 100W a side into 4ohms.

DAC-V1 Now $2890

NAP 100 Now $1590

The whole range reduced see our special offers page for more prices: http://www.caxtonaudio.com.au/specialoffers.html

NuForce DDA-100 RRP: $699

Sale Price $589

A design innovation you have to hear to believe.

The NuForce DDA-100 is a Direct-Digital Integrated Amplifier that marks a new juncture in digital sound. The innovative new design converts the digital audio signal into analog form at the last possible stage—the PWM amplifier output—giving listeners the same level of performance as far much more expensive audio gear. The DDA-100's inherently low distortion and noise floor remain in the digital domain from beginning to end, resulting in a remarkably wide dynamic range, crystalline clarity and amazing detail—all for an affordable price.

NuForce S3-BT Wireless Active Loudspeakers RRP: $258

he NuForce S3-BT is based on the latest “apt-X” codec, which was developed to enable the kind of crystalline sound that NuForce customers have come to expect.

The S3-BT speakers are based on an essential, time-honored principle: good sound depends on intelligent design and superior materials. For example, the S3-BT’s woofer employs a proprietary anti-resonance cone and powerful magnet assembly

Both now in Stock

Socrates was the master of "Plato" and so is the name of the new top of the line flagship model from Jas Audio

Constructed from the best German speaker components.

Combining JAS Audio's new high end Air Motion Tweeters.

With the addition of the Accouton new top notch 7" titanium voice coil ceramic mid-range drivers.

Plus an Accuton new top model of 11" sandwich ceramic bass driver.

The crossover uses German Mundorf Supreme capacitors.

Its sound is just amazing as Plato so much so that it beats the awards winner - "Plato" in every aspect.

In Store now RRP: $39,000.

Click image for review

Available now For $298

Also available

Arcam Solo rDAC Digital to Analogue Converter $429

Arcam rBlink $398

Arcam drDock $198

New Zion PE Power Cord is a double shielded Single Crystal OFC cable.  Each of the three conductors is made of 14 AWG 5N OCC/OFC (copper).  Each line, neutral, and ground wire are individually insulated with Teflon.  The double shielding consists of a layer of silver foil and close-lapped tin braiding providing 100% coverage for RFI/EMI avoidance.  A 100% cotton cord is used in the center for resonance and vibration damping.  PE is a high performance and economical cable that is capable of providing a smooth frequency response, and is suitable for most applications.

ZION Extra Power Cable 1.8m Aust termination - $350

ZION PE Power Cable 1.5m Aust termination - $149

rCube is a listening revolution, delivering high fidelity from a single, beautiful package that's portable and has wireless audio streaming.

Arcam rCube Portable iPod Speaker System $449.00 

Arcam rWave Wireless Audio Transmitter for rDAC and rCube $168.00 

Arcam FMJ CD 17 CD Player

SALE Price $889

Arcam FMJ A 19 Integrated Amp

SALE Price $1149

New in Box full warranty

The Quad 11Ls have picked up more than their fair share of awards.

This new compact system builds on their strengths with a sound that will please those wanting the full surround sound experience without either filling the room with huge speakers or going for one of the more eye-catching 'designer' packages, and will amaze those who believe there's no substitute for big speakers when a fullscale sound is called for. Listen to them with some powerful home-cinema amplification — one of the current crop of over-achieving integrated receivers would do very nicely — and you could be convinced that you were enjoying much larger loudspeaker

http://www.gramophone.net/

I've reviewed many $2000 surround systems over the past year, a handful of which were exceptional, and let me tell you straight up that the Quad L-ite system belongs in the exceptional group - Chris Martens

The Absolute Sound

QUAD 5.1 LITE PACKAGE AUSTRALIAN RETAIL PRICE: $3498

Limited time special price $1599 Brand New in Box

QUAD Lite speaker and subwoofer cabinets are offered in four piano lacquer finishes: rosewood, cherry, black, and silver. Build quality is exceptional. When listed stock runs out sale is over.

When listed stock runs out sale is over. All items in this sale are covered by QUADS full warranty.

Quad's highly-regarded 99 Series components, launched in 1999, are set to be replaced over the next few months by an all-new Elite Series. Six models will be available, and the line-up is similar to that of the 99 range.

The new models are housed in high-quality cast alloy casework, in dark gray with a matt black front panel, and are designed to work together via an integrated system

99 Series Special Price - When listed stock runs out sale is over.

Some items are in Brisbane and some are in Melbourne.

All items in this sale are covered by a full 24 month warranty.

POWER AMPS -

99 Series Stereo Amp RRP $1599 SALE SOLD OUT

99 Series 909 Stereo Power Amp RRP $3299 SALE SOLD OUT

99 Series MONO Amp (pair) RRP $3299 SALE SOLD OUT

PRE AMPS -

99 Series Pre Amp RRP $1899 SALE SOLD OUT

CD PLAYERS -

99 Series CD-S CD Player RRP $1699 SALE $990

99 Series CDP-2 CD Player RRP $2499 SALE SOLD OUT

TUNERS -

99 Series Tuner RRP $1799 SALE SOLD OUT

It is possible to use your computer as a MUSIC SERVER and achieve a high end sound.

With careful selection and configuration of the computer audio software the results can be outstanding. The computer soundcard can often be the weak link. Bypass the computers soundcard by using a USB audio quality DAC. Simply connect the USB DAC to your hi-fi system (using the RCA outs) or use headphones direct from the USB DAC for CD quality (16bi/44.1kHz) all DAC's support 24/ 196.

EXTERNAL DAC's With headphone stage.

The CARAT-UD1 USB in entry level $149

The CARAT-HD1V USB in $249 uses audiophile parts inc. TCXO for lower jitter.

The PERIDOT USB in DAC (pictured) improved headphone out $429

The TOPAZ with USB & TOSLINK in RRP $699 Limited offer $499

The 8000 series offers a definitive and genuine hi-fidelity performance from a no nonsense approach to engineering.

Right now we have some very popular limited offers. Black and Silver finishes available until stocks run out. And that's to the importers good faith the deals just got better! Offer available until sold out.

8000CD - SOLD OUT

8000CDE - SOLD OUT

8000S - SOLD OUT

8000SE - SOLD OUT

8000Q - RRP: $1899 - Sale: $750

8000M- SOLD OUT

8000P - SOLD OUT

8000PPA - RRP: $1749 - Sale: $799

8000TE - SOLD OUT

Image New Zealand loudspeakers, New Zealand's best kept secret, are on stock clearance while stocks last. Own a pair of these quality speakers at sale prices today.

Floorstanding:

Revelation RRP: $6500 SOLD

414 RRP: $3300 Sale: SOLD OUT

412 RRP: $2200 Sale: SOLD OUT

BookShelf:

401 RRP: $1190 Sale: $790

Studio Reference RRP: $1590 Sale: SOLD OUT

AVC Center RRP: $1190 Sale: $790

Limited number of models available with sales price only available while current stock last. 5 year warranty on all pairs sold.

The New GP ( Green Power ) series of product from JAS Audio Consumes 20% less power then other Audio Gear. We have a limited special offer on the Green Power line in both Black (pictured) and silver (Think Macbook Pro finish) CD Players and Integrated Amps.

Green power CD1

Philips CD transport & laser head;

Burr Brown PCM1798 D/A Converter chip

24Bit / 192kHz Upsampling

2-step OPA amplification -- Build-in chips 1st step using Burr Brown OPA604 and 2nd step using Philips OPA5532

With stereo & mono OPA dockings for easily upgradeabe of different OPA chips and/or fine-tuning the sound performance

top-loading pick-up mechanism for stable signal reading and low signal loss

High quality chassis and premium components

Audio grade Toroidal Transformer

Premium Remote Control

Green Power 120 Amp

120 watts with remote

RRP: $1299 Sales Price: $799

The Ovator balanced mode radiator (BMR) constitutes its most visible technological advance, yet the performance of this loudspeaker is equally the result of painstaking refinement in numerous elements of design, construction, and material selection.

For example, there is so much more to the musical reproduction of bass than low frequency extension, so the Ovator S-400 LF driver is designed not simply to play bass, but to do so with faultless musical accuracy. It incorporates a multitude of electro-acoustic details aimed at minimising distortion and compression, and the result is extended bass with peerless timing, dynamics, and pitch accuracy. One vital element in the design of a high performance bass driver is its chassis. Great rigidity and an open structure are vital but potentially conflicting requirements, so the pressure die-cast bass driver chassis of the Ovator S-400 incorporates a triangulated framework, borne of finite-element analysis, that ensures both rigidity and unimpeded air passage.

Music played from the Ovator is a revelation. The uncoloured, detailed and natural coherence of the Balanced Mode Radiator combines with the rhythmic clarity and accuracy of the twin bass driver system endlessly to reveal previously unheard musical details and insight. Stereo imagery and recorded ambience are portrayed with scale and depth that remains consistent across the listening room, and with either Ovator model, an entire music collection becomes new again. The speaker is the point at which recorded music leaves the world of electronics and becomes real. With the Ovator, the reality is a musical experience that sounds live and real.

NOW IN STORE.

The iTransport is the first ever component specifically designed to transform your iPod into a high-resolution audio/video media server. The iTransport combines the convenience of personal audio with the performance and connectivity of your home audio/video system, delivering bit-perfect digital audio signal via S/PDIF coaxial (RCA) output, DVD quality video via component outputs, and built on a sleek aluminum chassis.

When the iPod docks with iTransport, the iPod transforms into an audiophile-grade media server that rivals some of the top performing digital source components available

New Low Sales price: $598

Finding real high-end performance at real-world prices can be a challenging proposition. Quickly becoming the not-so-secret-anymore favorite of European music lovers, Heed audio has been taking Europe by storm, first with their "black-box" range of separates, garnering highest praise from HiFi+ and Germany's top publication, Image Hifi.

From their very affordable Orbit power supplies for Turntables, to their stunning Quasar phonostage, Heed has become the underground darling of analog lovers everywhere. With their new version of the Obelisk integrated amp, Heed stand poised to assume the crown for all-out best British-style affordable integrated amp.

Orbit2 - SOLD OUT

Obelisk Si - Was $2699 - Now $1990

Obelisk X-2 - Was $1599 - Now $1299

Obelisk PAS - Was $2099 - Now $1590

Vinyl -1 - Was $299 - Now $289

DACTIL -1 - Was $350 - Now $345

Module Extras

CANAMP headphone amp - SOLD OUT

QUESTAR - Phonostage Was $650 - Now SOLD OUT

QUASAR - Advanced Phonostage Was $1699 - Now SOLD OUT

DACTILUS - SPDIF DAC Was $850 - Now $425

Q-PSU - Power Supply add on Was $699 - Now $385

The UDP-1 digital player, that we enjoyed so much, was a big success for the conrad-johnson / McCormack design household and after several years the new must have 'digital front’ end has arrived and we are delighted to report the emergence of a new digital replay component the DP-2 does, without a shade of doubt, improve on the UDP-1 digital player.

Also new in the line up are power amps and pre amps.

Introductory Sales Prices

DP-2 (24 bit / 192 kHz sampling rate DACs CD player) - Special : $3999

LD-2 (remote-controlled preamplifier) -

Special : $2998

Distributed Node Architecture Power Amplifier

DNA 250- Special : $4598

DNA 750 mono block pair - Special : $9998

Run out Sale Deals on last seasons McCormack

RLD-1 Line Stage - Sale: $1995 - RRP: $3998

MAP-1 - Sale: $1995 - RRP: $4999

We use this DAC in-store to run our QUAD 2905 electrostatic + Conrad Johnson setup the DAC + MAC = WIN

The ultimate DAC from Switzerland. Plays files up to 24/ 192 Bit Perfect. Includes remote control, volume + main output + dedicated headphone output stage.

USA RRP: $6750

Could this be the worlds best DAC? The answer is in the Review here:

http://www.computeraudiophile.com/content/Weiss-Engineering-DAC202-Review

SR has launched this tonearm and its all about sound and performance. Traditionally built with its weight-and-string antiskating device, at the same time it is built using modern materials bringing this tonearm into the 21st century.

It offers VTA on the fly, using a fine thumb wheel at the base. The length is 9", effective length 230 MM; aluminium base, pipe, headshell, stainless steel counterweight and lift; height adjusting: 0~6 MM

Internal Cardas wiring.

The new SR Turntable is, in our opinion, the pinnacle performance turntable at it's price point available to the music-loving public. We designed the SR with knowledge and expertise.

The main platter is engineered to extremely tight tolerances. This results in virtually friction free rumble-less performance which, if lubricated correctly, will last your lifetime!

Base: MDF, coated, 42*39.5*45 CM, 6KG  

Platter: acrylics, frosting finish, 30(dimension)*4.3(thickness) CM, 3.5KG  

Bearing: #304 stainless steel for bearing, phosphor bronze for bearing house  

Stand: alloy aluminium in oxidation finish  

Tonearm: 9", effective length 230 MM; aluminium base, pipe, headshell, stainless steel counterweight and lift; height adjusting: 0~6 MM  

Drive: belt drive  plus external DC motor

$1590 (without cartridge) and in stock now

This Stylus Tracking Force Gauge is the industry standard. This simple-to-use measuring device was developed to give listeners a way to insure against the problems caused by improper tracking force settings, which include mistracking, excessive record and tip wear, and poor sound reproduction.

This gauge is a highly accurate electronic instrument designed to measure the actual downward force exerted by a stylus on a record over the range of 0.001 to 5.0 grams. Each gauge is individually calibrated, and displays readings in 0.001 gram increments in order to provide a precise measurement of stylus tracking force.

In Stock now for $89 Each

Digital Master Tapes available:

Crown Imperial, Hot Club of San Fransico

Rachmaninoff, The Tempest

Exotic Dancers of the Opera

From Reference Recordings: Starting with analog tapes we weren't’t satisfied with early technology, 16 bit digital recordings, but soon began making HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital) recordings, in which the process was co-designed by our own recording guru Keith O. Johnson. In the opinion of many, these are probably the best digital recordings ever.

Currently we record at 176.4 kHz/ 24 bits, with HDCD, and that is what we put on our HRx discs. Like any quality recording company, we have long been frustrated by the limitations of consumer formats: LP, CD, SACD, DVD-A, etc. No one but our recording and mastering team could hear the full beauty of our recordings!

The JAS range at reduced prices. Save now on some JAS items.

JAS Orsa 2 way Bookshelf

Was $3990 Now $2990

JAS Orsus 3 way Floorstander

Was $5990 Now $4990

JAS Oscar way Floorstander

Was $4990 Now $3990

JAS Orior Bookshelf (Image left)

Was $5990 Now $4900

JAS Orior Grand Floorstander

Was $7990 Now $5900

JAS Odin $11990

Was $11990 Now $9998

JAS Array 2.1 Valve tube Integrated 45watt Single ended

Was $5900 Now $4900

The JAS Bravo 2.2 remote-controlled 8wpc 300B Bravo 2.2 SET is point-to-point wired with pure solid-core copper wires. $1990

The JAS Bravo 2.4SE remote-controlled 50wpc KT88. $2590

The JAS Bravo H.1 remote-controlled Hybrid EL34 70wpc. $1450

The JAS Bravo 1.1 remote-controlled PRE - AMP plus MM & MC. $2290

Caxton Audio, Brisbane and Sound Reference Melbourne now both offer cable burn-in with the revolutionary NORDOST VIDAR cable burn-in system. We offer a free Vidar cable burn-in service with the purchase of NORDOST MONO-FILAMENT speaker cables and interconnects. We also extend the offer to our existing Nordost mono-filament  customers.

We will burn-in other brands of cables for:
           
$50 per pair for 4 days
$60 per pair for 5 days
$70 per pair for 7 days
$20 per pair  for 24 hour top-up burn -in recommended min every 6 months.

JAS - AUDIO

Now Available in Australia - Find out what the World High End Audio scene is raving about:

"Hi-Fi plus" Magazine "Best New Speaker"

"Hi-Fi Choice" (march) Magazine Review "Masterful"

"Hi-Fi World" (May) Magazine Budget Esoterica Review Edition

Affordable high end audio with such features as twin ribbon tweeters and ceramic bass drivers - JAS-AUDIO speakers are "nothing short of Breathtaking".

Products on display : QUAD, Vandersteen, Audiovector, Conrad Johnson, McCormack Audio, Naim, Nordost, Redgum, Thorens and Audiolab and more.

38a Johnston st, Fitzroy, Melbourne, 3065

phone: 03 9495 6500

www.soundreference.com.au

Nordost have introduced four new interconnects and speaker cables employing mono-filament and dual mono-filament technology. The Balder, HeimDall, Frey and Tyr. To accommodate the new cables the price of the Blue Heaven and Red Dawn cables have been drastically reduced and the SPM, Quatro Fil and Valkyrja cables are now discounted - Check The Special Offers Page for More...

Silver Sonic high performance audio cables from DH LABS now available in store at affordable prices