The ACI 600 refines the elements of the three chassis Black system into one beautifully constructed component. The modern look and feel of the ACI 600 optimizes signal path in a revolutionary way recreating the recorded event with incredible musicality and accuracy. The ACI 600’s advanced integrated platform expands the way you live with your audio. The ACI 600 suite of…
Welcome to Black by Bel Canto, the Ultimate Amplification System. Black is like no other audio system in the world. It communicates the musical experience completely, staying true to the recorded event and conveying the passion the artist intended. Achieving this level of detailed playback required rethinking the way the signal travels through the many stages of the electronics system.…
The ASC2 is the second generation and heart of the BLACK system. The ASC2 is not a digital to analog converter; it is a Master Clock/Controller and the only one of its kind. It could be described as the digital preamplifier, with analog and digital inputs and digital output. The easy to read programmable display allows you to select the…
The REF501S stereo amplifier, solidly built all-aluminum compact chassis, delivers dynamic, accurate hi resolution sound at 250 Watts with incredible speed and control. Max Power Output 250W @1% THD per Channel Minimum Load: 2 ohms per Channel Peak Output Current: 17.5 Amps per Channel Balanced Input Impedance: 95 Kohms Voltage Gain 27dB Impedance Optimized Input Stage uses selected precision resistors…
The REF601M monoblock provides serious power, delivering the pure treble of Class A, the slam of the best Class D architectures, and the mid band presence that brings your music to life. Max Power Output: 600W 4 ohms, 300W 8 ohms per channel Peak Output Current: 27 Amps Balanced Input Impedance: 200 Kohms Selectable gain option: 27dB or 33dB Power…
The Charisma MC-1 moving coil phono cartridge delivers a sound that combines clarity and fine detail, with excellent neutrality and an attractive tonal bloom. It has that relaxed stability and sense of authority you expect from the best, and sounds solid and focused, without seeming closed-in or constrained. Bass is tight and full, with the frequencies being airy and spacious The Charisma MC-1 features an open-construction alloy…
The MC-2 moving-coil is much closer to the MC-1 design. It still has the same machined aluminium body, giving it a relatively high overall mass of 12g but is fi nished in a pleasing shade of light turquoise blue (as distinct from the red of the MC-1). More importantly, the MC-1’s titanium cantilever has made way for a sapphire rod on…
Charisma Audio Musiko Phono Stage has been designed and engineered to deliver high quality, musical and natural sound from your turntable. Features: Premium aluminum chassis with granite faceplate EI power transformer Gold plated RCA jacks Externally adjustable input impedance and gain Custom made audio grade electrolytic capacitors 75,200 uF of total filtering capacitance Manufacturer’s website Charisma Audio
PC-2 EVO is a high quality power conditioner, designed to power and protect HI-END audio-video systems. (Australian Version Available) This conditioner not only effectively protects from any kind of interference and overvoltage in the power grid, but most of all warrants visible improvement of the sound and picture quality in the powered devices. The unit excels with a solid construction,…
Gigawatt PC-3 EVO+ Power Conditioner (Australian Version Available) PC-3 EVO is a technologically advanced power conditioner, designed to power and protect HI-END audio-video systems. This conditioner not only effectively protects from any kind of interference and overvoltage in the power grid, but most of all warrants visible improvement of the sound and picture quality in the powered devices. The unit excels…
Gigawatt PC-3SE EVO+ Power Conditioner (Australian Version Available) PC-3 SE EVO is a Special Edition of the advanced power conditioner designed to power and protect HI-END audio-video systems. Compared to the model PC-3 EVO the SE version boasts many better components. This conditioner not only effectively protects from any kind of interference and overvoltage in the power grid, but most of…
GIGAWATT PC-4 EVO+ 21′ Power Conditioner (Australian Version Available) GIGAWATT PC-4 EVO+ is the flagship power conditioner model and regarded as one of the best and most advanced constructions of the world. This is a reference device, designed to provide power High-End class audio and video devices. PC-4 EVO+ is the quintessence of many years of research and development of…
GigaWatt PF-1 MK2 AC Power Filter (Australian Version Available) PF-1 MK2 is the improved version of the advanced filtering power strip designed to power and protect budget audio and video systems. In the PF-1 MK2 better materials and components were used, and the modified construction of the device is based on solutions used in the EVO series of power conditioners.…
GigaWatt PF-2 MK2 AC Filtering Power Strip (Australian Version Available) PF-2 MK2 is the improved version of the advanced filtering power strip designed to power and protect Hi-Fi audio and video systems. In the PF-2 MK2 better materials and components were used, and the modified construction of the device is based on solutions used in the EVO series of power conditioners. The…
Gigawatt POWERPRIME is the first model from a new family of conditioners, which sets trends for future project concepts that will be gradually initiated in our following products. POWERPRIME provides effective surge protection, and at the same time supplies the devices with clean, well-filtered energy. That makes it an essential part of every modern audio/video system. All elements of the…
Dan’s Design Basis I saw demand for a 100W MOSFET amp, biased as much into Class A as possible, for best sound. I opted against Pure Class A due to inefficiency and room heating heat rejection. Mono blocks were chosen in keeping with the compact footprint common to the ‘9’ series of products, including the PH 9.0/X/T, Analog Bridge and LS 99…
The KWH 225i represents the culmination of years of SS and tube preamp and amplifier design. Our preferred approach has always been that of a hybrid system. The KWI 200 SS integrated amp was a big success for us, offering excellent performance and integration. The KWH 225i takes things to the next level. We combined the solid state output stage…
New LS 100 tube single-ended preamp from ModWright Instruments! The design goal of the LS 100 was to pick up where the 9.0SE, our first product to be produced, over seven years ago, to the next level. We strove for improved sonics, aesthetics and functionality. We Succeeded! Single-ended design with 10 function remote control, (2) 6SN7 (Driver) and (1) 5AR4/GZ34 rectifier. Single gain/buffer…
Dan’s Design Basis Based on the LS 300, our Reference Flagship balanced tube preamp, the LS 99 uses the same transformer coupled input and output topology, tube rectified, and SS regulated power supplies with (2) 6922 driver tubes. The power supply is outboard, but not dual mono, like the LS 300. In keeping with the ‘9’ series of products, we…
Presenting the new LS 300 Balanced Tube Preamplifier, featuring outboard supply and dual mono construction. The LS 300 represents our new Fully Balanced Reference Tube preamplifier. Styled like the PH 150 and KWA 150SE, the LS 300 represents elegant and refined aesthetics and sonics. Multiple sets of fully balanced XLR inputs and outputs as well as RCA inputs and main…
The PH 9.0 takes the reference performance of the PH 150 tube phono stage to a level of performance that belies its affordable price. Both the PH 9.0 and PH 150 are ideal for reference systems or secondary audiophile systems. Both were optimized by designer/owner Dan Wright to provide the most natural and musical presentation of analog playback. Extensive testing…
We are pleased to present the new PH 150 Reference Tube Phono stage with on-the-fly loading and attenuation controls. The PH 150 is an all tube-transformer coupled design with external SS PS 150 power supply. Max gain = 72dB. MM/MC, Stereo/Mono, RCA and XLR (fully balanced outs) and rear phase toggle. Resistive and capacitive loading may be adjusted on-the-fly via front panel controls. Gain…
A test record to provide the basic test signals necessary to calibrate a turntable or cutting lathe as simply as possible. Recommended for use with the Musical Surroundings Fozgometer. Produced by Clark Williams and Barry Wolifson Cut at Sterling Sound on a Neumann VMS-80 cutting lathe with a newly rebuilt SX-74 cutterhead Track list: Side 1: 1. 1 kHz reference…
Introducing our Fozgometer V2 azimuth range meter, the unique tool to optimize phono cartridge azimuth for the best sound from your HiFi system. To achieve the best performance, your phono cartridge’s azimuth must be calibrated. Today’s Line Contact and Micro Line styli have a very small groove contact area as compared to elliptical styli, thus requiring finer adjustment. Correct azimuth…
Michael Yee’s continued research into power supply designs has resulted in our Linear Charging Power Supply (LCPS). It was originally designed as a “no holds barred” power supply for charging the battery packs of our flagship Super Nova III phono stage. It is a “Classic Analog Power Supply” that uses a 50/60 Hz transformer, large storage capacitors, and low noise…
Built in California, the Nova III is the latest version of our larger phono stage with incredible flexibility and performance, delivering the best sound in its price range. Like the Phonomena II+, the Nova III has rear panel switches for easily accessible and highly flexible gain and loading adjustment. The Nova III incorporates a large, regulated internal power supply providing…
The Phonomena II+ is the New & Improved Version of the Stereophile & TAS Recommended Phonomena Phono Stage! The Absolute Sound 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013 Editors’ Choice Award Winner! The Phonomena II+ is the successor to our most affordable phono preamplifier series, introduced in the 1990s. The Phonomena II+ features an improved chassis design, based on our more…
The quality of sound and vision of an audio and/or video system is determined by the elements that make up the system. We worry about and spend lots of money on 4K flat screens, projectors, speakers, speaker wires, spikes, amplifiers, DA converters , streamers, power cables, etc., but the power supply is considered ‘forgotten’ by many audio and video enthusiasts, while the power supply determines the performance…
The Model 201 is MM (moving magnet) cartridge. Designed for affordability, the weight and output are matched for a wide selection of tone arms and tables. Unlike many MM cartridges, there is no “peak” so it is a pleasing and robust performer. Manufacturer’s website Shelter Audio
The 301 II has an aluminum cantilever and conical stylus tip. The stylus tip is a moderate size of 0.65mil. It is a great choice for traditional analog reproductions as well as with legacy albums of your favorite performers. Manufacturer’s website Shelter Audio
The Model 411 II is mono-functional stereo MC transformer to match with MC cartridges with internal impedance (DCR) of less than 15 ohm. The impedance tolerance is 25 ohms. The transformer is a toroidal design that applies the toroidal winding to 0.05mm thickness of supermalloy, layered ring-core. The core volume has an external diameter of 25mm, internal diameter of 16mm…
The Model 501 III is latest development of 501 series. Through continued refinement the 501 III is equally responsive with the most recent recordings or any of your most cherished albums. The 501 III has the combination of aluminum clad boron cantilever and elliptical diamond stylus tip. The expressiveness, power and energy fare superbly balanced to highest level. Manufacturer’s website Shelter…
The 901III uses hard aluminum cantilever with line-contact diamond stylus chip same structure with Harmony. Unlike models 7000 and 9000, which pursue more information or detail of sound, 901III provides comfort of analog playback sound from the moment when the stylus chip falls into the groove. Manufacturer’s website Shelter Audio
