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The Orange Valve Tester MkII, successor to the VT1000, offers advanced vacuum tube testing for audiophiles and service professionals.
Designed and manufactured in the UK, it promises precise and efficient testing, setting a new standard in tube evaluation technology.
Featuring automated pair matching, it ensures optimal performance and sound quality by minimizing amplifier distortion caused by worn-out tubes.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

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* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.