New In the Store

New A 1000 now in stock.

https://aurender.com/home/a1000/

High Performance analog output Network Player

full featured with variable volume. Most cost effective model

by Aurender from a leader in today's streaming.

Aurender A1000

Studio- Hi End all in one solution.

Expected in mid November. PSU and CLOCK to follow.

https://landing.wadax.eu/studio-player/

Wadax Studio

New MBL C41- Network Player. Audiophile  Performer

It's a DAC/Streamer and Pre Amplifier. Supports a variety of streaming partners including Roon1, UPNP/DLNA, Audirvana, Airplay/Shairport, Tidal*, Spotify and Qobuz* Visit our shop for a demo on this new hi quality network player.

Made in Germany.

Available in White or Black finish.

https://www.mbl.de/en/electronics/cadenza-line/c41

MBL C41

Vitus Audio -Fine Audio Electronics- Solid state

We are happy to share that we are introducing a new fine solid state electronics line from Denmark., Vitus Audio.

Offering a full range of power amplifiers, integrated, digital in 3 levels-Reference, Signature and Master Series.

Please visit their website for more details. Made in Denmark.

https://www.vitusaudio.com/

Now in Absolute Sound Magazine in the September 2024 issue:  https://www.vitusaudio.com/download/7648/?tmstv=1727572502

Vitus Audio

AP 20 offers a all in one audio solution. 

• 200 watts per channel amplifier.
• Fully linear PSU
• Analog volume control
• Reference grade DAC
• Analog and digital inputs & outputs
• Headphone output
• master clock input
• 2 x user installable storage slots.
• available in Black or Silver finish
• https://aurender.com/home/ap20/

Aurrender AP20

Full featured Series offer discrete design with master level performance. Enjoy audio from a legacy product brand. Choice of models and colour, with remote control and phono input so connect your turntable with ease. Matching CD players with streaming available.

Reference series also available- PM10 integrated amp and SA10 CD/SACD player.

https://www.marantz.com/en-ca/category/amplifiers

Marantz 30, 40 Series

Western Electric-A company with many years of history. Known for it's 300B tube now introduces a full feature integrated amplifier using their 300B classic tubes. Offered in 3 finishes with phono stage built in and remote control with 20 watts per channel. We invite you to audition the 91E in our shop and enjoy what tube amplifiers can do. 

300B tubes are also available per each, pair or quad set.

https://www.westernelectric.com/91e

Western Electric 91E

Boulder 861 compact stereo power amplifier. Great match to the Boulder 812 Preamp/DAC/Streamer.

https://boulderamp.com/products/861-stereo-power-amplifier/

Enjoy Hi End audio in a smaller size system but with full Hi End performance from one of the industry leaders, Boulder Amplifier company. Made in U.S.A.

-50 watts per channel which will drive most loudspeakers in the market place today. 

Boulder 861

We are happy to welcome GoldenEar loudspeakers to our line of speakers choices.

Full range of Tower speakers, Bookshelf, center channel, subwoofer and architectural speakers.

Full line available.

See link for more details. https://www.goldenear.com/

GoldenEar

Estelon Aura Speakers now in the store for your audition. We are excited to offer this new model from a great hi end exclusive manufacturer. Performance and style that would enhance any home.

Features: Sealed enclosure-Slim unique style signature design to the Estelon Collection. See link for the complete description.

https://estelon.com/speaker/aura/

Estelon Aura Speakers

New Sale prices on the following model headphones by Focal

Limited to stock availablity.

• Bathys- $ 999.
• Celeste Closed back - $ 999,
• Clear Mg Open-  $ 1,599.
• Elegia Closed- $ 55o.
• Stellia - $ 3,999.
• Utopia (2020)- $ 3,999.
• Utopia ( 2022)- $ 6,499.

Focal Headphone Specials

Arrived just in time for the Holidays. 

Bluetooth, wireless  and wired headphones by T+A

see link below for more information

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/headphones/solitaire-t/

T+A Solitaire T

We are happy to announce Pure Fidelity added to our turntable line up. Made in Canada.

https://purefidelity.ca/product/the-harmony-turntable/

Full line available. Models available. Harmony/ Horizon, Encore/Eclipse

       Stratos MC cartridge by Pure Fidelity will be set up on the Harmony. Audition soon.                    

https://www.stereophile.com/content/pure-fidelity-harmony-record-player

Pure Fidelity

Now in stock. The new Special Walnut Edition of the Rega Planar 1 turntable. Includes Carbon cartridge.

Retail Price- $ 775.    SALE $750.

Rega Planar 1 Walnut

Rockport Lyra Speakers available for audition by appointment only. Please email Angie at angie@americansound.com

"The newest Hi End speakers with so many innovations where few speakers available today can match. I feel in love with the workmanship and the truthfulness of the sound. The Lyra speakers has the sound that fills my heart. " Angie

Specs are on line on Rockports website:https://rockporttechnologies.com/lyra/

Rockport Lyra

Full line of PSB - Happy 50th year in the speaker industry, Paul Barton.

All Series available- Alpha, Imagine and Synchrony.

Bookshelf, Floor standing and power speakers available.

Custom in wall and on wall speakers also available.

Enjoy a Canadian legacy.

https://www.psbspeakers.com

PSB speakers

We are excited to announce  VPI Industries line of products.

Turntables, cleaning machines, tone arms and accessories

A family operated company dedicated for 40+ years based in the U.S.A. offering an array of afforable Hi End turntables. A wide range of tables to satify any analog enthusiates. Also available is the well know cleaning machines, which I still have today after many years of use. 

Made in U.S.A.

VPI

 New Audio Research I/50 integrated amplifier with remote.

-50 watts per channel with 6550 tubes.- DAC / phono options available.

-Various plinth colors available-same price- Black or Silver on the chassis.

• Enjoy the newest affordable priced model from the classic Audio Research brand. New design full remote control features.  Made in U.S.A. 
• Retail in US funds $5,500. as line stage only. options extra.
• check out the link for more information. 
• https://audioresearch.com/i50/

Audio Research I/50

New Series 200 from T+A 

DAC 200- DA converter with pre amplifier, MP 200-multi source player/streaming/Cd+SACd player and A200-Stereo power amplifier. Hi End performance in a Small size footprint. Available in Silver and Black. We welcome your audition

Canadian Retail Prices-DAC200 $8,900, MP200 $7,200, A200 $ 6,300.

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/audiosystems/series-200/

T+A Series 200

Great News Jan 2022

Focal Utopia Headphones

back in stock.

Stellia, Celestee

and other models also available.

Fine Headphone amplifiers by DCS Bartock and

the New Estoeric N05xd on display for your audition.

Package pricing available when purchased together.

Focal Utopia Headphones

Full line available and in stock just in time for the Holidays

Special offer when buying 2 subwoofers.

Black in stock and Limited stock on White.

Rel T/9X Award

A 20-Reference Analog output music server / streamer

Same audio performance as A30 but no CD ripper and metadata management-Headphone connectivity with a single 1/4 jack-Balanced and Single ended analog output/USB Digital output-SPDIF optical x 2 and RCA x 1, BNC x 1 digital inputs-Storage (user installed) 2 x 2.5"             ( 15mm height) tray for SSD or HDD-DUAL MONO AKM 4497 full decode MQA DAC-PCM up to 768kHz/32 bit-Native DSD upt to 512.                           U.S. retail $15,000.

N150-High performance digital ouput music sever /streamer

Upgrade replacement for N100H with Intel low power Dual Core CPU-USB:32 bit / 384kHz, 1 bit, 2.8MHz (DSD64);1 Bit 5.6MHz (DSD128), 11.2 (DSD256),DSD512- 3" AMOLED display-clean USB Audio Class 2.0 output-storage (user installed) 1 x 2.5" tray for SSD or HDD (15mm height)- increased SSD Cache to 240GB / system memory to 8GB (from120GB/4GB)-2 x isolated Gigabit LAN port-linear power supply with Super Capacitor based UPS. U.S retail $ 3,500.

Aurender new 2021/22

NOW IN THE SHOP. THE LONG AWAITED ESOTERIC N05XD

-NETWORK PLAYER/DAC/PREAMPLIFIER WITH HEADPHONE AMP BUILT IN. Stocked in Silver also Available in Black

DSD,MQA, ROON READY

Have a look at the Youtube video below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SA17ZRvgd4&t=22s

Esoteric N05XD

New In the Store- We are excited to present the Estelon Forza Speakers

Auditions available. 4 way design with 2 woofers, one mid woofer, one midrange driver and one tweeter.

There are several elegant models available in this refined line of speakers. Show here are the Forza and the Extreme

Check out their website for more model designs.

Estelon Speakers

Reference HV SERIES SD3100HV DAC/streamer AND PDT3100HV TRANSPORT 

"Most outstanding new digital gear I have experienced in a long time." Angie

SD 3100DAC with streaming, bluetooth, outstanding headphone amp. Superior aluminum construction.

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/audiosystems/hv-series/sd-3100-reference-streaming-dac-2/ 

PDT 3100 CD/SACD Transport -Drive mechanism design from the ground up.

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/audiosystems/hv-series/pdt-3100-hv-reference-cd-sacd-transport/

   The Absolute Sound

Made in Germany

T+A DAC AND TRANSPORT

New Gen 6 extends to Reference, XL, Opus and Magnum level cables both interconnects and speaker cables. A true evolution. Experience the New Gen 6 cables set up on our systems in the store. Upgrades from Gen 5 is available. Let's talk about it in the shop and have listen soon. It's important to have the right calibration for each component to maximize performance. Not your ordinary cables. https://www.transparentcable.com/pages/transparent-generation-6

Transparent Gen 6

Top of the line Statement tube preamplfier. Please call for an appointment to audtion.

Available in Black or Silver finish. Made in U.S.A Full line available.

This could be your last tube preamplifier.

VAC Statement Preamplifier

Available for audition by appointment only.

Wadax Reference DAC and Reference Server

New in the Store Boulder 2160 stereo power amplifier 

ONE OF THE FINEST Solid State AMPLIFIERS I HAVE EXPERIENCED IN 45 YEARS. THE FULL LINE IS AVAILABLE. WE DO SUGGEST MAKING AN APPOINTMENT BEFORE YOUR VISIT.

https://boulderamp.com/products/2160-stereo-amplifier/

Boulder 2160

Wadax Server- Recognized as the Best. Made in Spain. Now in Stock.

The Altantis Server is compatible with DLNA renderers or USB DACs no drivers needed with UAC2.0.

Optional BOARD - AES/EBU, SPDIF BNC AND SEDIF RCA OUTPUT TO USE THE SERVER WITH ANY DAC. -2Tb with SSD storage with 2 internal slots to expand. We invite you to drop in for a listen. Angie

We can offer you a trade in on your current server to help you upgrade.

Please drop in for details or email: Angie or Arnold.

January 13,2024.update

DEMO SALE- WADAX DAC AND SERVER ON SPECIAL SALE. 

I have used these in my home system but will be in the shop shortly. Angie

Please call for details.

Wadax Atlantis Server

Solitaire P-SE

The Newest member to the headphone line of T+A planar-magnetostatic headphone. Open construction and using neodymium magnets with allergy free synthetic leather ear & headphone materials. 

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/headphones/solitaire-headphones/solitaire-p-se/

Price- $ 4,300.

Design: Planar-magnetostatic

Impedance: 45 ohms

Frequency Response: 8 Hz - 45 kHz

Ready for your audition with the T+A  HA 200 headphone amp. 

T+A SOLITAIRE P-SE

T+A - R-1000E

Multi Source Receiver- An all in one Hi End Receiver- A complete music centre.

FM/Digital Radio, Cd player, Streaming with services by Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer and Roon Ready.

PCM:dual mono DAC 32 Bit/192 kHZ,-DSD:DSD 64 (3MHZ), 3 X line level inputs via RCA, 5 SP/DIF, 2 USB, 1 Z USB,

Pre output, line output, sub out, digital output, HQ headphone. Optional phono input available.

180 watts per channel and a remote control completes this audio centre. Check out the link for more information

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/audiosystems/e-series/

T+A R1000E

REF 80S- tube stereo power amplifier is the new addition to the

New Reference line of power amplifiers.

Audio Research REF 80s

Update- Now you can upgrade your Vivaldi to the Apex. Call for details. Also available for the Rossini.

DCS VIVALDI DAC and VIVALDI CLOCK

The DCS Vivaldi use the latest breakthrough dCS technology including 'next generation' versions of the dCS Ring DAC(TM), Digital Processing Platfomr and the Clocking system so the, as the hab of a distal audio system, an arry of features gaurantees superlative performance from any digital source.

Key Features:

• Utilises the latest generations dCS Digital Processing Platform for state-of-the-art measured performance and unrivalled fidelity.
• Designer for maximum flexibility by accepting audio data from a variety of digital sources.
• Flexible output configuration can be optimized in systems with or without preamplifiers.
• Comprehensive clocking architecture plus an auto-clocking mode used in the Vivaldi range improves ease-of used and minimises jitter.
• USB interface allows easy connection to a computer, accepting PCM data at up to 24/384 and DoP (DSD/64/ or DSD/128 over PCM)
• The interface runs in asynchronous USB mode, make the DAC immune of jitter from noisy computer master clocks.
• Improved power supplies give lower running temperature and superior tolerance to AC supply variations.
• Multi stage regulation ensures sensitive analogue circuitry in unaffected by digital interference.
• Separate power circuits for the digital and analogue sections further enhance the purity of the power supply.
• Aerospace grade machined aluminium chassis fitted with tuned acoustic damping panels reduces magnetic effects and vibration.
• features a full MQA(tm) implementation is unique as it is the first opportunity to enable a DCAS which , but proding exact rendering to beyond 16x(768kHz) matches the desired temporal response with very low modulation noise.

Companion products: Vivaldi Clock, Transport and Upsampler completes the Vivaldi line up.

DCS Vivaldi DAC

NEW Esoteric K-03XD- loaded with many new features- following are just a few.

New Black Edition now in stock. Black sold out as of Oct.10,2021.

SACD/ CD player

NEW VRDS ATLAS 03 transport mechanism 

New low Feedback DC regulator and Super Capacitors.

Semi Floating Top Plate

Master Sound Discrete DAC

Advanced Digital Processing

Digital inputs-USB, RCA + Optical

Full MQA decoding playback thru all digital inputs including USB

Esoteric K-03XD

BluOS Streaming integrated amplifier

New Hot product system solution with audiophile quality sound. A complete audio centre in one box.

Many features and options for expanding the NAD M33 check out some key features:

6 digital inputs and 3 analogue inputs, phono input for MM, HDMI, headphone,2 rear slots for future expansion. Colour LCD touch screen displayWireless control with Airplay 2 and aptX  HD Bluetooth integration. 200 watts per channel with 2 sets of binding posts for bi-wiring. Click the link below for more details. Retail price $ 6,999.

Checkout our recommended System Package with the B&W 804D3 speakers set up in our store for your audition. https://americansound.com/system-packages/

• https://nadelectronics.com/product/m33-bluos-streaming-dac-amplifier/

Nad Master M33

Basis 2200 Signature with the Vector 4 tonearm with VTA adjustment. Suspended on 4 silicon damped springs with a platter that is a solid block of stress relieved acrylic. Separate outboard motor. Optional Calibration base completes the table with cable management for the tonearm cable sits on the base. Clamp optional but I feel it is mandatory.

The Vector 4 tonearm with the optional VTA shown.

Made in U.S.A

Basis Audio is a product I have offered for years. I love the precision and simplicity with great dynamics. Angie

Basis Audio 2200+Vector 4

New K-01XD now on Display.

New Black Edition also available. Only 1 left as of Oct. 10,2021

Many improvements.

1. New VRDS Atlas transport mechanism design by Esoteric 
2. In house Master Sound Discrete DAC.  

   Two innovative technologies derived from the Grandioso Series combinded in the New "XD"  K series of Esoteric, K01xd, K03XD models

3. High performance power supplies-4  torodial dedicated for transport/dedicated to the DACs left and right channel, and digital circuitry.
4. New low feedback DC regulator and super capacitors. A total of 71 hi capacitance super capacitors are used in the K-01XD.

Esoteric K01XD

Naim-Full line available

Audio Research  improves on what you may have already invested in. Now available is the New LS28 SE tube line stage pre amplifier. And yes, upgrades are available and will be announced shortly at a cost of $2000.U.S. plus shipping. One more reason to re-invest in Audio Research. Available in Black or Silver as shown.

The award winning LS 28 upgrade is part of the 50th Anniversary product line improvements. What was learned from the new Reference Series ,160 power amps,Ref 6SE and other models with the SE indicators has been extended to the LS28SE.Proprietary gold caps as used in the Reference 6SE. The result is more clarity, openness and resolution. Still offering all the features, which are many. Please feel free to visit and audition the New LS 28Se. Retail price $10,000.US / $14,000.CND.

Rear panel shows multiple options- inputs and outputs.

New for 2020 Audio Research LS28SE

Just in T+A Headphones and Headphone amp

Solitaire Planar Headphones and HD200 Headphone amplifier. Made in Germany

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/headphones/headphone-amplifier/ha-200/

https://www.ta-hifi.de/en/headphones/solitaire-headphones/

T+A Headphones and Headphone Amp

Just in

New Boulder 866 integrated amplifier. Available with or without streaming built in.

Boulder has implemented may features for todays Hi End down sizing lifestyle. Many have been waiting for such an integrated amp that will satisfy their needs but want to get away from separated components usually used to get Hi End performance. There are also those who have searched for a complete one piece solution. Well the Boulder does just that. Performance and various options in one chassis. 

Have a look at the link below for more information on this New Boulder 866 integrated amp

http://boulderamp.com/products/866-integrated/

Brochure link

http://boulderamp.com/wp-content/uploads/866-Literature.pdf

Boulder 866

Bryston, a company dedicated to fine audio products for more than 35 years. Known for offering 20 years warranty on electronics/5 years on digital gear. Made in Canada

We are happy to offer the full line of  Fine Canadian made electronics to our choice line up of Hi End audio products.

website for more details. http://www.bryston.com/pages/company.html

Bryston

D4 series on display.

800, 700 and 600 Series now available. New 700 Series Signature now on display.

Full line available for audition. Please call ahead.

https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-ca/home-audio/800-series

Audition a pair soon.

Book shelf and floor standing models on display. Subwoofers also available.

Bowers & Wilkins Speakers

NEW IN THE STORE

New XB MK11 just arrived for your audition.

3 way speaker design-mable composite cabinet-idea for any listening room.

Full line available. Made in Europe.

Special on Home Theater subwoofers HT1205 and HT 1508- New HT1510 NOW IN STOCK

New HT 1205MK11 coming in soon. 

T/X SERIES REL ALL IN STOCK

Hi End Digital DACs, Transport and Servers 

Introducing the models: 

 Atlantis DAC, Atlantis Server, Atlantis Reference Transport, Atlantis Reference DAC

http://www.wadax.eu

Full Line of B&W speakers Now available in our shop. New 700 Signature also available.Check out the website for more info.

https://www.bowerswilkins.com/en-ca/home-audio/800-series

New 800 D4 series announcement

New D4 series available in the shop soon. Some models available now in store. Please call to check.

Bryston BR-20 and new Digital products available. Drop in and stream with BRYSTON

Bryston, a fine line of Canadian made electronics joins our great line up of electronics.POWER AMPS, PRE AMPS, INTEGRATED AMP AND DIGITAL

http://www.bryston.com

New in the Store-REL Carbon Special,Wadax, B&W, Bryston

New HRS isolation platform model E 1 Improve any audio gear you put on it, analog or digital.

A new cost effective platform joins the popular models:  R3X, Ss and M3X2 series. Available in Black or Silver.

https://avisolation.com/e1/

HRS E1

New Audio Research Reference 160 Stereo Tube Amplifier

• 140 watts per channel with 4 matched pairs of Kt 150 tubes.
• auto biasing with ARC proprietary circuit
• switchable Triode or Ultralinear mode of operation.
• balanced and unbalanced inputs.

Available in black or silver finish. Black on Display Now.

1. 1. Auto Biasing

   $28,000.US Retail- Trade up available.

   1. 1.  If you have a trade item please feel free to call for a Value quote on your item.

   

    

    

Audio Research Ref 160S

Batok 

DAC/ Headphone amplifier

• Balanced and Unbalanced headphone input
• dCS proprietary Ring DAC topology
• clocking, reducing jitter.
• streaming
• Bring you headphones for an audition.
• available in Silver or Black - Made in England

Trade in your DAC/headphone amp and upgrade now. Feel free to call or drop in for your trade in value.

https://www.dcsltd.co.uk/products/bartok-headphone-dac-amplifier/keyfeatures

DCS Bartok

LIGNEA  Speakers

• Fine crafted speaker line made in Italy.

All models now on Display, including the Ktema.

http://www.francoserblin.it/home.php?lang=e

Check the link  for specifications.

Ktema, Accordo and Accordo Essence.

Franco Serblin Speakers

MBL 101 E mk11 "Radialstrahler" speakers. Available in White or Black finish

MBL 101 E MK11

Unique style of Hi End Audio. Manufactured in Germany.

http://www.mbl.de/products/?lang=en

MBL Unique Hi End Audio

Now in the Store. Tivoli Radios not with Bluetooth features. Radio only or with Cd player built in. Table top radio available in various finishes, Black, White or Walnut. Full line available.

Tivoli Audio

New-AURENDER A30- the complete digital music center offering- caching music server-streamer, CD ripper, HDD storage-full MQA decoding and Headphone amp.

Also available in Black. See link for full details

https://aurender.com/a30/

Aurender A30

New and Now in Stock– The audio world has shifted. Where once available solely on discs, the best quality of music is now delivered over the internet. Not only does it sound better, but entire catalogues of recorded music are more accessible than ever before. Curated playlists make music selection and discovery easy and fun, while multi-room wireless audio multiplies the possibilities. With the NAD Masters M10 we combine all of this goodness with state-of-the-art amplification to make it an all-in-one solution that will transport you to your favourite musical destination.

Features include:
BluOS Streaming Amplifier - HybridDigital nCore Amplifier-Continuous Power: 100W into 8/4 Ohms-Dynamic Power: 160W into 8 Ohms 300W into 4 Ohms-

32-BIT/384kHz ESS Sabre DAC

New review from Absolute Sound Magazine.

https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/nad-masters-series-m10-streaming-amplifier/

NAD Master M10

Aurender ACS10

Caching Music Server / Streamer
CD Ripper / Metadata Editor
Dual-HDD Storage / Library Manager / USB Output

• The Aurender ACS10 is a device designed to completely remove the computer from “computer audio.” This has always been Aurender’s mission, but, until now, a computer was still required for CD ripping, file management, and metadata editing. No longer! With ACS10, computers and other IT products are not needed in your digital music life.
  Its core functions encompass everything an audiophile needs and expects from a file-based playback system. All functionality is consolidated within the ACS10 with attention given to the simplification of the tasks at hand.
  ACS10 can be used as a fully-functional server and streamer delivering pristine digital output via an Aurender’s filtered and isolated USB 2.0 audio port. However, the highest audio performance is realized when using the ACS10 mated with models A10, N10 or W20, where its CD ripping, library management, 2X isolated LAN port, and powerful processor will greatly enhance the Aurender experience.
  For Aurender users seeking to add the functions of CD ripping, expanded storage and backup and metadata editing the ACS10 is the ideal companion. Customers seeking that same functionality in a stand alone one box server / streamer solution can use ACS10 in that way as well.
• N100SC newest model now in stock joins the N100 series. Streamer only-storage optional. All Aurenders are Ipad and Android friendly and available in silver or black finish.

Aurender ACS10

Talis
Loudspeakers

For almost twenty years now the Talis name has been a byword for speakers crafted from solid aluminium which offer extraordinarily good sound, look fabulous and are made to uniquely high standards. Aluminium as primary material opens up a wide range of options in terms of sculptural form, surface finish and design which are simply not attainable from cabinets made of wood.
Our use of sophisticated extrusion tools enables us to produce extremely rigid cabinets whose internal volume is high in spite of their slender, compact shape. This in turn allows the speakers to reproduce bass – even very low frequencies – superbly, whilst eliminating any trace of cabinet resonance. Not a single screw is visible in the organically shaped baffle, which is designed to generate a perfect radiation pattern over the full mid / treble range. The resultant imaging characteristics are phenomenally good. The latest generation of thoroughbred drive units and cross-overs are the key to the superb sound qualities of the new Talis loudspeakers. Talis – the perfect symbiosis of German engineering skill, design and performance.
cabinets are based on profiled aluminium extrusions, and their refined construction is enormously strong and rigid as well as exuding a refined elegance. The thickness of the solid baffle enables us to machine the drive unit openings “organically”, i.e. there are no sharp edges or corners, allowing the sound to expand and detach itself from the speaker without reflections. This is an important factor in the incredibly spacious imaging ability of the Talis loudspeaker. The all-aluminium construction offers a further advantage: the cabinet walls and cover are significantly thinner than those of wooden equivalents, and this makes it possible to enlarge the internal volume. The cabinets are also very heavy, and substantially stiffer than conventional designs. These two characteristics are extraordinarily important for accurate bass reproduction, because the cabinet is devoid of the slightest tendency to resonate; there are no resonant effects which could excite the mid-range drivers, and this promotes uncoloured mid-range reproduction. Cabinet-borne sound and all unwanted resonance are eliminated by the special absorbent material which lines the cabinet walls.

T+A Talis Speakers

We welcome Rockport Technologies speakers to our product line up.

• After several years of looking for an American made speakers we have chosen this fine dynamic, beautifully built speaker line. This is the latest new series 11 from designer Andrew Payor. With the addition of Josh Clark we know that we selected well.

AVIOR 11 now on display for your audition. More models to follow soon.

Visit the Rockport website for more info.

http://rockporttechnologies.com/avior-ii/

https://www.stereophile.com/content/rockport-technologies-avior-ii-loudspeaker

Atria 11

Now in our shop ready for your audition.

Full line of fine audio speakers made in U.S.A.

Rockport Speakers

We invite you to drop in and experience the Rossini all in one solution Dac. Made in England

Rossini Dac and Clock

• now in the house. Full featured Dac with multiple digital inputs-USB, AES/EBU,S/PDIF and can stream from a NAS drive or on line services like Tidal,Spodify and Apple devices thru Airplay. / High performance UPnp music streaming.

DCS Rossini+ DAC

Avantgarde Uno Fino
Reduction not always means simply omitting something. Reduction also creates awareness for essential things. Or simply put: reduction is concentration. In this sense, the UNO Fino Edition is designed as a concentrate, using the essence of the UNO line of speakers to accomplish a new entry point for the 'classic' horn speakers series of Avantgarde Acoustic.

In essence: a gently minimised size, a deliberately simplified engineering, but still a maximised Avantgarde sound experience.

OVERVIEW
The specifications speak for themselves: Unique 18 Ohm high-impedance voice coil design, combined with a breathtaking efficiency of 107 dB. Possibly some of the best specifications world-wide for a series production loudspeaker.

https://www.avantgarde-acoustic.de/en/products/uno-series/uno-fino-edition.html

Avantgarde Uno Fino

Basic and Complete
Striving for an all-encompassing sense of presence unmatched in its category, the F-07 Integrated Amplifier omits none of the remarkable performance features found in Esoteric's flagship Grandioso separate amps. Richly capturing the full warmth and texture of music, all of the superb powers of expression and audio performance for which the Grandioso line has won renown are now condensed into an integrated form offering exceptional ease of use and broad appeal that more than compensates for its compact proportions.

Speaker output Rated output 100W + 100W (8Ω)
170W + 170W (4Ω)
Total harmonic distortion
(1kHz, 8Ω) 0.008% (100W)
Frequency response
(+0/-3.0 dB at 1W output) 10Hz - 100kHz
S/N ratio (IHF-A) 110dB
Damping factor 370
Minimum compatible impedance 4Ω
Speaker output connectors 2 pairs (L/R) (screw type)
Input impedance XLR, RCA 10kΩ
PHONO (MM) 47kΩ
PHONO (MC) 100Ω
EXT. PRE IN 47kΩ
Output impedance RCA 100Ω
PRE OUT S/N ratio (at 1V output)
XLR, RCA input 109dB
PHONO (MM) input 93dB
PHONO (MC) input 75dB
Gain Preamplifier 24.5dB (when VOLUME at maximum)
Power amplifier 29dB
Tone controls BASS tone curve ±12dB (63Hz)
TREBLE tone curve ±12dB (14kHz)
General Power supply AC 230V 50Hz
AC 120V 60Hz
AC 220V 60Hz
External dimensions
(W x H x D) 445 x 191 x 468mm
(17 5/8″ x 7 5/8″ x 18 1/2″)
(including protrusions)
Weight 27.2kg (60 lb)
Included accessories Power cord x 1
Remote control (RC-1301) x 1
Batteries (AAA) x 2
Felt pads x4
Owner's manual x 1
Warranty card x 1

Esoteric F-07

A New Renaissance in Playback as an Art Form

The artists of old never rested on their laurels. They constantly strove for greater heights, pouring passion into every step of the way. At Esoteric, we have taken that spirit of creation to heart, bringing the skill and passion of those old masters to the next evolution of our Super Audio CD player.
The K-05Xs, the third incarnation of the K-05, heralds a new renaissance in playback as an art form.
The K-05 Super Audio CD player is the core model in the K series, following the legendary K-01 and K-03 players. The first version of the K-05 was launched in 2011, and in 2015 this evolved into the K-05X. The K-05X instantly became a top seller because of features such as the VRDS-NEO Super Audio CD transport mechanism. This mechanism uses a unique construction that enables it to provide an outstanding level of musical performance, which is why it was adopted by a number of other world-famous high-end audio makers. In its third generation form, the K-05Xs, incorporates the best qualities of Esoteric's flagship model, the Grandioso K1. It combines established class-leading features, such as the VRDS-NEO (VMK-5) mechanism and a high-rigidity aluminum chassis, with the latest K1 DAC platform employing a new dual-mono D/A converter, high current output buffer amplifiers and a new power supply.

Esoteric K-05XS

New Boulder 1160 power amplifier- 300 watts per channel. New look and new technology.

New Boulder 1110 Pre amplifier. Reference level performance.

We happy to be able to have both of these New models from Boulder.

http://boulderamp.com/products/1160-stereo-power-amplifier/

http://boulderamp.com/products/1110-stereo-preamplifier/

Boulder 1160 and 1110

Update- New N 01XD Now available. 

Esoteric N01XD Reference level network player shares the newly developed DAC module in the K1 Grandioso super audio cd player.

Streaming Services/Audio Codecs

2 USB inputs allowing for your storage- 3 digital inputs, XLR, RCA and optical-clocking

Easy operating system with use of Apple iOS , Android application for both tablets and smartphones

Link to the Esoteric website for complete features: https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/n-01xd/top

Also N-03T network transport available:https://www.esoteric.jp/en/product/n-03t/top

Esoteric N 01 XD

Updated March 14, 2019

Stella Evo expected any day now. We will update once in the shop.

We are excited to introduce the new Generation of the Focal Utopia lll series.
2 models featured: Scala Evo and Maestro Evo

The New series features:
New cabinet reinforcement
New internal wired, made in France.
New crossover to accommodate the new bi-wire/bi amp feature
Improve drivers
New colour options at no extra charge.

Retail Prices (CND) Scala Evo $ 45,000.pair
Maestro Evo $ 75,000. (CND)
rounded figures.

All these new improvements result in a more controlled bass response. Open and coherance presentation from top to bottom.

We invite you to drop in an audition for yourself.

Focal EVO Utopia Now in the Shop

We are excited to Introduce a Hi End line from Germany, Outstanding and with the latest innovative features. Angie

HV SERIES  is the top of the line 2 channel audio electronics from T+A. Offering integrated and separate power amp and pre amp Built and sound quality you expect in Hi End audio. 

The New R-Series, low profile and redesigned. Offering Integrated amp, larger integrated, multi source player and turntable.

Many of the Hi End qualities have been implemented in the New E Series Line.

Very popular and well reviewed is the 8 Series- DAC DSD/AMP8- compact audio.

http://www.ta-hifi.de/en/audiosystems/

T+A

New K1X now available. 

New Grandioso top of the line CD/SACD player.

• "This unit shows all the best attributes of what a KILLER digital from end should be" Angie.

Use the link to see what this awesome machine offers.
Short list below.
VRDS-NEO VMK-3.5-20S
VS-DD* Spindle Servo Driver and Proprietary Toroidal Power Supply

Newly Designed Integrated Dual Monaural D/A Converters for the Ultimate in Quality
35-bit D/A Processing for Outstanding Powers of Musical Expression
Esoteric-HCLD*1: Esoteric's Proprietary Current-Enhancing Output Buffer Circuit
Digital Inputs
USB Support for 11.2 MHz DSD, 384 kHz/32-bit PCM, and Asynchronous Transmission
Clock Sync Function for Synchronization with External Devices

http://www.esoteric.jp/products/esoteric/k1/indexe.html

Esoteric

As of September 2022- New Store hours.

We will be implementing new store hours as follows;

Main Building Hours and Coach house next door as listed.

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10- 6pm Appointment Only main building.
• Thursday and Friday 10-8pm Regular Store hours
• Saturday 10-6pm Regular Store hours
• Sunday  CLOSED.

Please feel free to email or call us if you would like to book an appointment in the Main building. 

Thanks for your understanding.
Angie

Contact emails to book an appointment or for an audition for the Main building.

Angie: www.angie@americansound.com

Arnold: www.arnold@americansound.com

New Store Hours

http://www.transparentcable.com/products/performance_level_prod_list.php?catID=1&perfID=1&modCAT=1What is OPI? It is a new top of the line Reference level line condition, the ultimate. Opus Power Isolator OPUS PowerIsolator is the key to unlocking the utmost performance capability of an ultimate level system. When processing unrestricted AC power transferred via the OPUS Power Cord, the OPUS PowerIsolator helps a system deliver previously unheard subtleties and dynamic range that is so expansive that it will redefine the listener's experience of music realism.

OPUS PowerIsolator comes packaged with one 2m OPUS Power Cord.-Also available separately for amps or sources.
"I could not image a Hi End audio system without one" Angie

Please note that there are various models available for more affordable choices. Transparent is not just Hi End as models are available from $699.CND All systems at any level will be improved by implementing a line conditioner from Transparent.Website:Transparent line conditioners

Transparent-OPI-

New addition to the FOUNDATION SERIES of Audio Research
The New VT-80SE tube power amp. 75 watts per channel with KT-150 tubes.
New auto biasing of the tubes designed by Audio Research to make checking the tubes worry free.
Website:http://www.audioresearch.com/en-us/products/power-amplifiers/vt80se

Audio Research

Check in as we have New titles. Discontinued titles available but priced at market collectors price.

April 2018 - 2 New Releases just received-   SACD/CD

Following Titles are still available in limited supply.

Email or call if you are looking for a previous discontinued disc.

2102

Esoteric Super Audio Cds

A.J. van den Hul is a Dutch Company established in 1980. Its main objective is to improve the quality of both phono-transfer and the quality of signal transmission in the most broad sense. We do this by applying unique solutions and state-of-the-art technology based on our own inventions, findings and listening experience.

Sale on new in Stock models:

-MC model One $ 2,999.

- Crimson Stradivarius $ 8,500.

Sale limited to in stock models while available. Posted Aug.10,2019.

Van den Hull Cartridges

A complete solution audio system. The ZeroXD offer amplifiers/DAC and line level input all in one set up. All you will see are these fine thin profile speakers. No cables and stack of electronics in your home. Just plug in your streamer or perhaps you want to add your turntable via a phono stage and you are done.

July 29,2021. Note; Zero XD the fully active speakers is not longer available.

The Zero TA semi active remains available for a limited time in Black finish or White. Check if interested.

http://www.avantgarde-acoustic.de

Avantgarde Zero and Zero TA

New  QP2R now in stock- Sale Price $ 1,299.  New CMA 400i Headphone amp SalePrice $ 1,199.

QP1R

• -Available in Gold or Space Grey finish.

Special Sale Price $ 799.

HEADPHONE AMPS, WITH DAC BUILT IN OR WITHOUT, SEPARATE DAC.
WE ARE HAPPY TO OFFER SUCH A HIGH QUALITY PRODUCT.
FULL LINE AVAILABLE IN OUR SHOP FOR AUDITIONING.

New Gold Reference Series Now in Stock.

Questyle

Ideal for your special headphones. We have used headphones by Focal, Akg, Grado, Sennheiser, Nad, B&O and so many more. Sale Price $69.95 Now in Stock.

Asona Headphone stand

https://www.focal.com/en/headphones-0/headphonesWe are pleased to offer the New Utopia and Elear Headphones.
Specialty headphones for those looking for Hi End fidelity and the flexibility to be able to use then home or on the go.

Specialty Headphones

Now in Stock-New i series.

RIP IT. STORE IT. DOWNLOAD IT. ALL WITHOUT A COMPUTER.

Multi Room to any player in the home. We can walk you thru the easy of use and most affordable expansion for the whole house.

Blu Sound

News-New Model now available ASC10 and  A30 with CD ripper built in

Reference Hi End music servers now available.
We offer the full line in store and would love to demo these servers/streamers.

It is easy for the whole family to use with your ipad or android tablet.

View the website for more info on each of the many models available.
aurender.com

Aurender Music Servers

Sopra  Now in the store.

We have just received ALL of the three models available from the New Focal Sopra series of speakers, No.1,No 2.,No.3 with matching Sopra center channel. Our demos are in White as shown in the picture below

 Following on from Utopia and keeping in line with all Focal loudspeakers, the design of Sopra is the result of a very close collaboration between designers and engineers, a passionate quest aiming to conciliate complex constraints, experience, as well as sophisticated and innovative solutions, and all of this would have to be almost invisible, leading to something obvious, immediate simplicity for the pleasure and the purity of an unforgettable listening experience. Made in France.

http://www.focal-fr.com/canada/en/334-sopra

Focal Sopra Series

We are excited to introduce the New line of Gen 5 cables by Transparent.

Transparent has created a New Series from the already successful line of  Transparent cables. The Gen 5 takes it to a whole new level as never before realised in the industry. The matching and care taken by Transparent in the design of this series has addressed the  perfect synergy required for your gear. The Gen 5 series has achieved an unparalled result by improving dynamics and reducing the  noise floor in these cables.   The Gen 5 Opus, XL ,Reference level has set a new standard of what cables need to do, connect and get out of the way. We invite you to consider Transparent as a cable of choice for your system and consult with our knowledgeable staff  so that they can advice you on what is best suited for your set up. We hope you can drop by our shop and explore what we are so excited about.

Upgrades will be made available to those who have already invested in Transparent by way of trading in your cable or factory updates to your exsiting cable.

Experience the Gen 5 series soon.

Transparent Gen 5 Opus in the House

KISEKI

All instock models Reduce for the Holiday Season.

DESIGN & COMFORT   Full line available

Our award-winning headphones are known for their signature sound created by our advanced transducer technology allied with the finest craftsmanship and hand-selected woods. Employing unique design and advanced transducer technology, our headphones provide total comfort for hours on end. Combining legendary style with the world’s most advanced planar magnetic technology, delivering the ultimate listening experience.

http://www.audeze.com/products/lcd-collection

Audition a pair today with the popular Astell & Kern digital play back or Questyle headphone amp designed to work well with  Audeze heaphones with Balanced connection.Be Amazed as so many have.

New Headphone amp and EL-8 headphones in store for audition.Available in Closed or Open.

Audeze Heaphone amp Deckard now available for audition.

AUDEZE Headphones

Featured cables;  Kimber, Audioquest and Transparent.

• We invite you to listen to cables that will match and improve your audio gear and maximize the sound of your system. We can help to advice you which is the right cable for your your gear.

Trade ins and upgrades are also offered to help you get to what your system needs.

Offering: interconnects, speaker cables, digital and power distribution along with cable accessories.

Cables

The New top of the line digital gear by Esoteric ,the Grandioso will be on Display.

New Grandioso K1 all in one top of the line CD/SACD player on display along with the popular K-01x and K-03x.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear the best digital in our industry.

Also available are the New F-03, F05 and F-07 integrated amplifier. Hi End in one chassis.

Full line dealer for 0ver 25 years.

Esoteric Grandioso

Ugrade your cartridge to the New Lyra or Lyra SL Phono Cartridges. The media

is going mad on it's performance as I have. We invite you to listen  and

go mad for yourself on one of our tables. Currently installed on our

Oracle Delphi V1 and soon on our Bergmann Magne table. With the purchase of

any cartridge we will install and set up , in store, free of charge.

Retail on the Etna SL: $ 12,995..

Delos and in stock, Kleos Mono  also available.

Call for prices 905-773-7810

Lyra Etna Cartridge-New

New MDC-DAC and D-3020 +D1050 USB Dac + D 7050 Digital Network Amp

Now all in the store.

Have a look at the link for more info and the D-3020 on the front cover of

Stereophile magazine.

www.nadelectronics.com/articles/D-3020-Amp-uncovered-in-Stereophile-review

New Nad digital gear now in the Store

Latest News- ARGENTUM the new top of the line phono stage offering RCA and XLR in now available. Look for the New KC Vibe replacing the PH3D coming soon, June, the new entry level for Sutherland.

Phono Blocks on Demo Now.

DUO 2 chassis phono stage from Sutherland. Familiar features known to this product, gain and load setting.

The ultimate in spatial listening involvement.

http://www.sutherlandengineering.com/duo

Sutherland Duo Now in Stock

Based upon an asynchronous buffer, voltage controlled crystal oscillators and a 24-bit D/A converter – under the precise control of a FPGA running proprietary algorithms – the Aeris DAC delivers bit perfect conversion and reduces total jitter to less than 10 picoseconds RMS from any input.

The concept of a large monoblock amplifier is to provide control to a speaker.  The difficult part of the job is maintaining finesse and musicality while doing it.  Audio Research has produced some of the most critically acclaimed products during its 42-year history and the new Reference 250SE aims to break new ground.

250 watts per mono block amp with the New KT-150 tubes. Also, the REF 75SE the smaller stereo power amp excels in performance from these changes. We have paired in the shop with the REF6se pre amp and the results are just awesome. We invite you to come in and have a listen to a new experience with Audio Research exciting products.

New Top Line Reference

Tube Pre-Amp

2 piece- separate power supply

Coming Soon

Visually, the Reference 75 hearkens back to past Audio Research products, taking inspiration from earlier amplifier designs.  With its two large VU meters, which display power output as well as provide bias adjustments, the Reference 75 has a timeless appearance resembling precision laboratory equipment and an overbuilt, industrious aesthetic.  Offered in both natural aluminum and black finishes, the understated look will complement any system. The Reference 75 is the new generation from a lineage of amplifiers only Audio Research could produce.  Experience real music and unleash the capacity of your system – music in High Definition®.

Update: New version of the REF 75SE is now on display for you to audition. Now supplied with the new KT-150 tubes. More dynamic and longer lasting. The new amp looks the same with the easy to ready VU meters but you will see a great logo on the top center indicating it is a SE series amp.

Upgrades are available if you are already an owner of the REF 75. Hope to see you soon. Angie

Simply put, the REF150se is a breakthrough in stereo power amplification.  Replacing the REF150—which was one of the most respected modern stereo amplifiers—was a daunting task, but it has been accomplished.  The REF150se offers more power, greater dynamic thrust, a more vivid and resolved presentation, greater finesse, and quieter operation. Now with the KT-150 tubes elevating it to a new level. 

It is the new benchmark!!

Explore the new line up of Audioquest Cables and the New line conditioners.The evolution of AudioQuest cables has taken place over the entire life of the company, however several of the most important basic design criteria were established very near the beginning.AudioQuest has been the largest cable supplier to the high-end specialist market for many years. Bill has always understood the challenge of basing the existence of AudioQuest on the performance of the product.Many new and exciting products available.

https://www.audioquest.com/ac-power/ac-power-conditioners

New affordable Powerquest 3 surge protection with 8 outlets2 x 4K/8K video optimized outlets- 2 x high current outlets- 4 x ultra linear filter outlets- $ 399.Retail

More models available- Niagara models 1000, 1200,3000, 5000 and 7000

The USB Link 24/96, the must-have component for computer hard disc music systems.

The USB Link 24/96 converts a computer-derived USB input of up to 24 bits and 96kHz to SPDIF and outputs the signal on a 75 ohm BNC. The USB Link 24/96 includes a Stereovox XV2 BNC/BNC cable with RCA adaptor to feed your audiophile DAC of choice Significantly improves the sound of your 16-bit 44.1 kHz music files as well!

• Converts USB computer-sourced files to SPDIF output
• Compatible with native drivers on Mac and Windows
• Accepts high-resolution audio files with data rates up to 24 bits and 96KHz
• Quality Stereovox XV2 BNC/BNC with RCA adaptor connects to any quality DAC
• USB Link 24/96 disables system volume control
• Low-jitter clock recovery features reference crystal oscillator
• Self-powered via USB input benefiting from LC filters and low-noise local regulation
• Galvanic isolation between computer and audio system prevents high-frequency noise from polluting signal

Bel Canto USB Link 24/96