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The Ortofon 2M Red is a moving magnet cartridge specifically designed for vinyl playback, featuring a unique fit that caters to both new and experienced audiophiles. It employs a fine line diamond stylus which enhances its overall sound quality by allowing for greater detail and precision, especiall...

Technics SL-1500CS debuts in March 2026 as an affordable evolution of the award-winning SL-1500C, expanding Delta Sigma (ΔΣ) Drive technology into lower-priced turntables.
The SL-1500CS uses a coreless direct-drive motor with single rotor and stator, combining ΔΣ-Drive digital control to minimize cogging and reduce motor vibrations to near-measurable limits.
Lightweight platter designs particularly benefit from ΔΣ-Drive vibration suppression, allowing the SL-1500CS to deliver sound quality exceeding typical expectations for its price class.

The Rekkord Audio F400 is a fully automatic vinyl turntable made in Germany, offering seamless playback with a single movement.
Features include a floating sub-chassis, aluminum platter, and factory-installed Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridge with elliptical diamond stylus.
Constructed from MDF for vibration resistance, it provides finish options such as matte black, piano lacquer, or natural wood veneers.

Technics introduces the SL-50C, a direct-drive turntable priced at ¥99,000, available in terracotta brown, black, and grey.
Features include an MM cartridge (Ortofon 2M Red), built-in phono equalizer, and both line and phono outputs.
Utilizes a coreless direct-drive motor with 0.025% wow/flutter precision, ensuring high-quality analog playback.

The Technics SL-50C and SL-40CBT are two newly announced belt-driven turntables targeting hi-fi audio enthusiasts.
The SL-40CBT features Qualcomm’s aptX Adaptive Bluetooth connectivity, while the SL-50C supports an additional 78rpm playback speed.
Both models employ an advanced single-rotor coreless motor with 12-pole, 9-coil, three-phase brushless design for precise rotational accuracy.

In this office audio system, sleek Linn Keilidh speakers and a robust Linn Lk100 amplifier promise rich, detailed sound. The Wiim Pro streamer/preamp offers seamless digital listening, while the Denon