hi-fi+ 25th Anniv. Editor’s Choice: Shunyata, Kroma, Engström
Shunyata Research’s EVEREST, Engström’s ARNE, and Kroma Atelier’s Mimi were awarded Editor’s Choice Awards earlier this month in the 25th Anniversary issue of hi-fi+.
Audio Show Deluxe 2024: Show Summary
What a spectacular show! Thanks to all who helped put this together, and all who attended. We premiered Kroma Atelier’s new Matilde and MacBeth speakers alongside Engström, Wadax, Bassocontinuo and Shunyata Research, witnessing some truly unique synergy…
Audio Show Deluxe 2024 Preview
Join us 23rd and 24th of March for the World Premiere of Kroma Atelier’s Matilde & MacBeth speakers, and an epic system powered by Shunyata Research and driven by award-winning amplification from Engström. + Bassocontinuo audio racks & WADAX!
PRODUCT OF THE YEAR: Engström ARNE
The ARNE 300B Integrated Stereo Amplifier has won PRODUCT OF THE YEAR in the 2023 hi-fi+ annual Awards.
“Best Sound” at Ascot 2023 from Soundstage!
“I was impressed by what I heard, mostly by the sound of vocals, particularly in “The Sound of Silence”… At the end of the day, if I had to vote for the best sound at UK Hi-Fi Show Live 2023, I would have put a checkmark next to Boyer Audio.”
Engström ARNE: hi-fi+ equipment review
“Its command of space and time give it the ability to form sonic illusions in front of your ears and make it the ideal companion for those who like to go deep into the music and explore its inner secrets… it speaks the language of music so eloquently and with such purpose… a beautiful sounding amplifier. It’s as simple as that.”
HIGH END Munich 2023!
A fantastic show where Kroma Atelier picked up a Best of Show award for its stunning new Mercedes Speakers. Engström was right at home with its Swedish partners, FalkenOhr looking fantastic and Shunyata Research doing some heavy lifting behind the scenes in the show’s most elite rooms.
Audio Show Deluxe 2023!
We spared no expense when it came to delivering pure, natural sound at this year’s inaugural Audio Show Deluxe. Our epic system featuring Engström, Kroma, Shunyata and FalkenOhr filled the (giant) room with pure music and was widely regarded as the best of the show.
Kroma Thaïs Xtreme - UK Exclusive Launch at KJ West One
“Our friends at KJ West One know their stuff, and it doesn't take them long to know if they’re listening to something special. With very little fine-tuning of their positioning, the Thaïs X speakers delivered an extraordinary sound that was immediately met with a satisfied nod, or a somewhat disbelieving shake of the head.”
Stereophile Review: Engström MONICA Pre-Amplifier
“I proceeded with joy, because everything I heard through the Monica Mk3 elicited from me an affirming yes! Rather than sounding overtly tubey, as in warm, sweet, and mushy, Ms. Monica sounded neutral, color-saturated, and fast. Bass was excellent, and soundstaging was wide, deep, and airy.”
Countdown to Ascot: system overview! (postponed)
We had big plans for our visitors at UK Hi-Fi Show Live this year, which is now unfortunately postponed due to the passing of Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II. We hope to showcase these highlights for you at Ascot soon.
Hi-fi News: Engström’s ARNE explodes the low power myth
Check out the in-depth review of Engström’s “simply wonderful” ARNE integrated amplifier, by Andrew Everard and Paul Miller, in the latest issue of Hi-fi News.
Engström & FalkenOhr at High End Munich 2022!
You won’t want to miss Engström’s full product line and the beautiful audio furniture of FalkenOhr at this year’s High End Munich.
Engström amplifiers now available at KJ West One
“Most valve amplifiers have a sweet, organic sound. Engström amps capture this but also keep complete command of even the top high-end speakers, which is very unusual. The ARNE is able to conquer both fronts. It doesn’t sound completely valve and it doesn’t sound completely solid state. It is the best of both. A remarkable achievement.”
Our very own Engström MONICA with custom ceramic paint finish
With Engström's beautiful MONICA pre-amplifier recently updated (now the Mk3), designer Timo Engström has also been exploring new paint finishes in addition to the classic black and white looks we've come to know the brand for. We couldn't wait to get our hands on a MONICA that was designed just for us.
Engström brings Scandinavian Sound to London’s West End
Co-founder Timo Engström introduced the ERIC ENCORE statement power amplifier, ARNE integrated amplifier and MONICA pre-amplifier at an exclusive weekend event at London’s premier high-end store KJ West One.
ERIC Encore UK Launch @ KJ West One
ERIC Encore - Hi-Fi News Review
… both captivating and enthralling, and seemingly designed to challenge all the old clichés about what valve amps do (and don’t) do. If you do get the chance to hear them, you really should do so, for they sound every bit as glorious and unique as they look.
LARS & MONICA • Review by Roy Gregory
“More powerful, more temporally accurate and sure-footed, with far greater musical clarity and purpose than the competition…”
ARNE Integrated Stereo Amp • Misc. Reviews
“We have finally received Engström’s brand new fantastic creation: ARNE. Already now we can confirm that this is probably the most musical integrated amplifier we have ever heard. Extreme build quality.”