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		<title>Mark Levinson N°626: A Powerful Dual-Monaural Preamplifier</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:28:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Mark Levinson N626 dual-monaural preamplifier pairs a fully balanced Pure Path analog signal path with a new Precision Link III DAC, plus a built-in phono stage and headphone amplifier, priced around $25,000.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Electrocompaniet Unleashes the EC 5 Stereo Reference Preamplifier</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:46:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Electrocompaniet unveils the EC 5 Stereo Reference Preamplifier, a decade-in-the-making flagship with a new electronic volume control and fully discrete, dual-mono Class A circuitry.]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>McIntosh CR106 2-Channel 6-Zone preamplifier</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:26:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[McIntosh has introduced the CR106 2-Channel 6-Zone Preamplifier and Audio Matrix, a groundbreaking addition to its lineup of high-end audio solutions. Designed for customized installations and whole-home audio systems, this innovative preamplifier brings McIntosh’s signature fidelity to every corner of the house with seamless multi-zone control. Connectivity and control The CR106 integrates analog and digital [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Chord Electronics Suzy Pre &#038; Amp</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:06:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Chord Electronics, renowned for pushing the boundaries of high-fidelity audio, unveils the Suzi Pre and Suzi Amp, a dynamic duo that redefines compact audio systems for audiophiles. Combining innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and remarkable versatility, these components offer five distinct configurations to suit a range of listening preferences, from vinyl enthusiasts to digital streamers. Perfectly [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Chord Electronics ULTIMA Reference Range</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[In a bold leap forward for high-performance audio, Chord Electronics has introduced its most impressive and uncompromising range yet—the ULTIMA series. Crafted through over three decades of relentless research, engineering ingenuity, and British craftsmanship, the ULTIMA range represents the ultimate expression of technological innovation in audiophile amplification, setting new standards in power, transparency, and musical [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Onkyo Unveils Icon Series with Three Premium Amplifiers at CES 2025</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/onkyo-unveils-icon-series-with-three-premium-amplifiers-at-ces-2025/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[John Bugailiskis]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 07:48:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Onkyo has unveiled its all-new Icon Series, a line of high-fidelity audio systems that includes the Icon P-80 Network Preamplifier, Icon M-80 Power Amplifier, and Icon A-50 Network Integrated Amplifier. Onkyo says each component in the Icon Series is designed to meet the needs of audiophiles, offering “pure sound housed within a sleek, modern chassis.” [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Nagra Reference Preamp</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/nagra-reference-preamp/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:26:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nagra, a name synonymous with high-fidelity audio equipment since its establishment in 1951, has once again set the bar higher in the world of audio engineering with the introduction of its new Reference Preamp. This latest offering joins the ranks of the esteemed Nagra HD line, which has consistently pushed the boundaries of sound quality [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Audiolab unveils 9000Q preamplifier and 9000P power amplifier</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/audiolab-unveils-9000q-preamplifier-and-9000p-power-amplifier/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2024 15:59:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Audiolab continues to push the boundaries of audio technology with the launch of the 9000Q preamplifier, a standout addition to its acclaimed 9000 series. Drawing inspiration from the award-winning 9000A integrated amplifier, the 9000Q is designed not just as a simplified version of its predecessor, but as a dedicated powerhouse for audiophiles seeking superior sound [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Dan D&#8217;Agostino at High End 2024</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/dan-dagostino-at-high-end-2024/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 09:58:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Momentum C4: a new complementary input-stage circuit Dan D&#8217;Agostino Master Audio Systems brought two new products to Munich. In the flagship Momentum series, the new Momentum C4 preamplifier introduces &#8220;C4&#8221; — complementary four — a brand new input-stage circuit that president Bill McKeegan says has &#8220;revolutionized&#8221; the sound of the preamplifier. The audio chassis [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Métronome DSC</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/metronome-dsc-2/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 09:40:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[So, French company Métronome starts a new era with their DSC. But what is a DSC? Is that a million dollar question? Not quite. Actually the DSC is the company&#8217;s first &#8216;three-in-one&#8217; device: a top notch converter, streamer and digital pre-amplifier. Follow the stream? The Métronome DSC integrates the online services of Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>McIntosh introduces C12000 preamplifier</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/mcintosh-introduces-c12000-preamplifier/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 10:43:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[McIntosh is known for providing some of the flagship preamplifiers out there in the market. The trademark of the company is its unique two-chassis design. Along with the uniqueness, the design is famous for its ability to isolate power and control sections from audio section. The isolation result in the finest sound reproduction that makes [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Neumann V402 microphone preamplifier</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/neumann-v402-microphone-preamplifier-2/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Neumann presents its new state of the art dual channel microphone preamplifier with integrated headphone monitoring. The V402 is neumann’s first stand-alone microphone preamp and carefully crafted to live up to the Neumann name.&#160; Get the best out of your Neumann mic The V 420 is designed to support all neumann microphones without compromising the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Audio Research LS28SE preamplifier</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/audio-research-ls28se-preamplifier/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:49:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[For their fiftieth anniversary audio research releases an upgrade of their award-winning LS28 line stage preamplifier. These improvements stem from what they’ve learned while creating the 16.-series amplifiers. Like the wire and parts changes for the REF6SE and REF PH3SE, the new and improved LS28SE includes upgrading to the same proprietary gold coupling caps used [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Gold Note DS-10 Plus and PSU-10 EVO</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/gold-note-ds-10-plus-and-psu-10-evo/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 08:28:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Italian brand Gold note introduces the DS-10 PLUS and the PSU-10 EVO. Do not worry though the upgrade won’t render any products you already own obsolete. The products are just a wonderful addition to the series. Gold Note DS-10 Plus&#160; Like the name might suggest the Gold Note DS-10 PLUS is an upgraded version of [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Pro-ject Pre Box RS2 Digital</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/pro-ject-pre-box-rs2-digital/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 10:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It all started with the Pro-Ject PRe Box S2 Digital. This new &#8216;RS2&#8217; uses the same DAC chips. Based on the same core-design principals, you end up with a versatile box. What&#8217;s in the box? Or better&#8230;what is the box. It&#8217;s a three-for-one concept. The universal Pro-Ject Pre Box RS2 Digital can be uses as [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Dan D&#8217;Agostino at StereoNET show</title>
		<link>https://bestofhighend.com/dan-dagostino-at-stereonet-show/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Marco Lisi]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 09:08:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[We met up with Daniel D&#8217;Agostino and Bill McKiegan from Dan D&#8217;Agostino Master Audio Systems at the high end audio store from the Natali family in Italy. Dan takes us through a company overview and invites us to visit their setup at the StereoNET Melbourne HiFi Show 2019. The vision of Dan D&#8217;Agostino In 2009 [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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