Whest Audio

Whest Audio Limited is a premier British audio equipment manufacturer founded in 2000 and headquartered in Hanwell, London, specializing in ultra-low noise, all Class-A discrete transistor phono stages for vinyl playback and high-resolution analog sound reproduction. Led by CEO and Chief Designer James Henriot, the company has been pushing the boundaries of vinyl playback technology for over 20 years through solid R&D investment in low-noise hybrid and discrete transistor technology, serving both domestic audiophiles and professional audio markets. Whest Audio's handcrafted phono stages, including the flagship TITAN Pro II, whestTHREE Signature, and whestTWO.2 models, deliver exceptional specifications with noise levels of -79.5dB/0.04µV and distortion of just 0.0063%, achieving RIAA curve accuracy within 0.18dB across 9Hz to 62kHz bandwidth. Using their unique 'STEC' evaluation method (Space, Texture, Emotion, and Comprehension), Whest Audio has earned critical acclaim worldwide from publications and professionals, with their products described as delivering 'unrivaled accuracy, transparency, and musicality' while embracing the philosophy that true musical beauty lies in the analog realm.