Finding real high-end performance at real-world prices can be a challenging proposition. Quickly becoming the not-so-secret-anymore favorite of European music lovers, Heed audio has been taking Europe by storm, first with their "black-box" range of separates, garnering highest praise from HiFi+ and Germany's top publication, Image Hifi.

From their very affordable Orbit power supplies for Turntables, to their stunning Quasar phonostage, Heed has become the underground darling of analog lovers everywhere. With their new version of the Obelisk integrated amp, Heed stand poised to assume the crown for all-out best British-style affordable integrated amp.

Orbit2 - $759.

Obelisk Si - $2699

Obelisk X-2 - $1599

Obelisk PAS - $2099

Vinyl -1 - $299

DACTIL -1 - $350

Module Extras

CANAMP - $799

QUESTAR - $650

QUASAR - $1699

DACTILUS -$850

Q-PSU - $699

It is possible to use your computer as a MUSIC SERVER and achieve a high end sound.

With careful selection and configuration of the computer audio software the results can be outstanding. The computer soundcard can often be the weak link. Bypass the computers soundcard by using a USB audio quality DAC. Simply connect the USB DAC to your hi-fi system (using the RCA outs) or use headphones direct from the USB DAC for CD quality (16bi/44.1kHz) all DAC's support 24/ 196.

EXTERNAL DAC's With headphone stage.

The CARAT-UD1 USB in entry level $199

The CARAT-HD1V USB in $299 uses audiophile parts inc. TCXO for lower jitter.

The PERIDOT USB in DAC (pictured) $429

The TOPAZ with USB & TOSLINK in RRP $699 Limited offer $599

New Zion PE Power Cord is a double shielded Single Crystal OFC cable.  Each of the three conductors is made of 14 AWG 5N OCC/OFC (copper).  Each line, neutral, and ground wire are individually insulated with Teflon.  The double shielding consists of a layer of silver foil and close-lapped tin braiding providing 100% coverage for RFI/EMI avoidance.  A 100% cotton cord is used in the center for resonance and vibration damping.  PE is a high performance and economical cable that is capable of providing a smooth frequency response, and is suitable for most applications.

ZION PE Power Cable 1.5m - $149

ZION PE Power Cable 2m - $199

NOW IN STORE! Turn any Ipod into a true high resolution music server source. The WADIA unlocks the true, better then CD quality, of your Ipod when using file formats such as Apple lossless and .WAV

To get the best results you can run the WADIA with a remote control and an external DAC - will work with any Ipod.

Introductory Sales price: $699

New Intergrated From NAIM: XS

The NAIT XS shares both its preamplifier and power amplifier design with the SUPERNAIT. The 60 Watts per channel power amplifier is a dynamic, fast acting musical muscle with an uncanny talent for bringing speakers to life. And the preamplifier, like the SUPERNAIT’s, provides all the musical clarity and detail you could wish for. NAIT XS preamplifier versatility comes from six analogue line inputs on a mix of DIN and phono sockets and a front-panel mounted auto-switching mini-jack.

Also avaliable:

NAIM HDX Hard Disk player

Due to the devaluation of the Australian dollar against all other currencies, we are recieving price rises from our local suppliers plus our own imports are costing us more. We will only pass on price rises as we reorder and will endevour to keep the rises to a minimum.

NOW IN STORE! If your goal is to obtain the ultimate in fidelity for two channel sound we now have avaliable the REFERENCE RECORDINGS HrX 24bit / 176.4 DVD-R discs. These are digital master tape recordings of the origional performances. These Discs cannot be read on any conventual Cd or DVD player on the market - you will need a computer or music server with a hard drive to read the files in .WAV form.

To get the best results we now have the firewire WEISS MINERVA DAC so you can achieve the current state of the art in Two Channel Sound.

Digital Master Tapes avaliable:

Crown Imperial, Hot Club of San Fransico

Rachmaninoff, The Tempest

Exotic Dancers of the Opera

From Reference Recordings: Starting with analog tapes we weren’t satisfied with early technology, 16 bit digital recordings, but soon began making HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital) recordings, in which the process was co-designed by our own recording guru Keith O. Johnson. In the opinion of many, these are probably the best digital recordings ever.

Currently we record at 176.4 kHz/ 24 bits, with HDCD, and that is what we put on our HRx discs. Like any quality recording company, we have long been frustrated by the limitations of consumer formats: LP, CD, SACD, DVD-A, etc. No one but our recording and mastering team could hear the full beauty of our recordings!

Now avaliable in Australia at reduced prices for a limited time is:

Stello DA220MKII $2190

Stello DA100 $1099

Stello DA100 sig $1299

Stello HP100 $995

Stello S100 $1198

Stello CDT $1195

And:

Eximus High End CD Player $5990.

New for 2008, we have the latest Qaud II Eighty Valve mono Power Amplifiers. Featuring KT88 output valves, running as two pairs and partial cathode loading in the output transformers. For many audiophiles, the age of the transistor left a big hole in the emotion and pleasure provided by good valve amplification. The hi-fi world became orientated around numbers and statistics and choosing a new product was simply a question of numerical specifications. But with this latest Quad amp, once again we have the chance to recreate the same spirit and atmosphere as earlier times.

RRP $17989 a pair .

SALE PRICE: $14998

With the AuraNote, all you need is a pair of good matching speakers...

The Aura Note (Pictured) is a high-end CD player (top-loading) with:
● 50 watt / channel MOS-FET single-ended power amplifier.
● 1 USB input (A type) for the devices (MP3 / WMA / OGG files) like MP3 players or USB memory.
● 1 USB input (B type) for PC Connection to playback any music or movie files from your PC.
● 1 Auxiliary input for TV or DVD input.
● 1 Headphone input for private listening.
● FM/AM Tuner

Designed by Kenneth Grange of U.K.

In Stock now: $2990.

Due to the strength of the Aussie dollar we have managed to order certain products from the JAS range at reduced prices. Save now on some JAS items.

JAS Orsa 2 way Bookshelf

Was $3990 Now $3590

JAS Orsus 3 way Floorstander

Was $5990 Now $5790

JAS Orior Bookshelf

Was $5990 Now $5500

JAS Orior Grand Floorstander

Was $7990 Now $7500

JAS Odin $11990

Was $11990 Now $9998

JAS Array 2.1 Valve tube Intergrated 45watt Single ended

Was $5900 Now $5500

Quad’s engineers have started from scratch and re-thought through the principles on how the electrostatic panels are held together and braced. The new models build upon their predecessors’ strengths with a construction centered on tensioned aluminum extrusions coupled to a stainless steel support structure.

Due to a manufactures price rise we can only offer current sales prices on items in stock until sold out. New price list for new order stock.

2905 New Standard Black Price: $19 999

Ex- Demo One only! $12489

2805 New Standard Black Price: $17 999

New IN Box Sale Price $10999

2805 Custom Classique Price: $19 999

New IN Box Sale Price $11999

AND...

2905 New Classique Price: $21999

Sale Price $15795

A70 Integrated amp inc phono stage available in black or silver

WAS: Sold Out

CD73 CD Player 5 star product

$1698 Now $799

CD 192 Upsampling Black or Silver

was: Sold Out

More Arcam Special offers on the Specials page link. Full two year warranty. Strictly limited Stock!

The JAS Bravo 2.2 remote-controlled 8wpc 300B Bravo 2.2 SET is point-to-point wired with pure solid-core copper wires. $1750

The JAS Bravo 2.4 remote-controlled 50wpc KT88. $2400

The JAS Bravo H.1 remote-controlled Hybrid EL34 70wpc. $1450

The JAS Bravo 1.1 remote-controlled PRE - AMP plus MM & MC. $2290

The Active QUAD L-series are powered versions of the famous L-series loudsepakers. The 2 models, the '11L active' and the '12L active' both feature not only one amplifier, but two amplifiers per speaker, each tailored to perfectly match its drive unit.

Use with PCs, network media clients, iPods - indeed anything with a volume controlled output - including QUAD's 99CDP-2. Each speaker requires mains power and has RCA, XLR (balanced) inputs and volume controls.

QUAD ACTIVE 11L Bookshelf speakers

$1999 Now $1499

QUAD ACTIVE 12L Bookshelf speakers

SOLD OUT

Avaliable in Black finish.

For over thirty years the Image name has become synonymous with excellence, so it is understandable that Image use the finest components that combine sophisticated technology with a personal signature of classic visual appeal.

That appeal begins when you choose the Image model you want, and the real wood veneer finish that complements your room furnishings.

Whatever your musical tastes or room size there is an Image speaker that will satisfy your requirements, from small bookshelf to large floor standing models.

Caxton Audio, Brisbane and Sound Reference Melbourne now both offer cable burn-in with the revolutionary NORDOST VIDAR cable burn-in system. We offer a free Vidar cable burn-in service with the purchase of NORDOST MONO-FILAMENT speaker cables and interconnects. We also extend the offer to our existing Nordost mono-filament  customers.

We will burn-in other brands of cables for:
           
$50 per pair for 4 days
$60 per pair for 5 days
$70 per pair for 7 days
$20 per pair  for 24 hour top-up burn -in recommended min every 6 months.

Conrad Johnson are in the process of releasing new products. The PV15 replaces the PV14 Linestage while the CT6 Linestage replaces the PV17 Linestage.

The New CT5 Linestage is a more affordable ACT2 and is now in stock..

New Conrad Johnson LP70s 70watt Tube Stero Amp.

New LM 140m 140watt Tube mono amp.

CT6 $7990 Save $2000 Now $5990

LP70s $11998 Save $2000 Now $8998

Check the Special Offers page for run out deals on units.

The CA200 circuits incorporate top quality parts (metal foil resistors, polystyrene and polypropylene capacitors, machined gold-plated connectors, etc.) to fully realize the dramatic potential of a control amplifier to enhance the immediacy of musical experience afforded by fine recordings. As a result, the CA200 is notable for its resolution of subtle dynamic shadings and palpable imaging, for a natural harmonic tonality, and extraordinary resolution.

For a limited time we have the CA200 at an introductory price.

US Price: $6500

AUST Price Was $10500

AUST Price Now $7998

JAS - AUDIO

Now Available in Australia - Find out what the World High End Audio scene is raving about:

"Hi-Fi plus" Magazine "Best New Speaker"

"Hi-Fi Choice" (march) Magazine Review "Masterful"

"Hi-Fi World" (May) Magazine Budget Esoterica Review Edition

Affordable high end audio with such features as twin ribbon tweeters and ceramic bass drivers - JAS-AUDIO speakers are "nothing short of Breathtaking".

Products on display : QUAD, Vandersteen, Audiovector, Conrad Johnson, McCormack Audio, Naim, Nordost, Redgum, Thorens and Audiolab and more.

38a Johnston st, Fitzroy, Melbourne, 3065

phone: 03 9495 6500

www.soundreference.com.au

Bringing The Quad L Series to the SUB-SAT market - The New Quad L-ite Subwoofer is capable of delivering the kind of quality into your home theatre setup that you've come to expect from your Two Channel music - The New Quad L-ite Series Subwoofer a 1st class product .

A What Hi-Fi Five Star Product

Quadesl is a site dedicated to all things QUAD esl. Recently they Reviewed Caxton Audio in Brisbane

Check out the Review here

Nordost have introduced four new interconnects and speaker cables employing mono-filament and dual mono-filament technology. The Balder, HeimDall, Frey and Tyr. To accommodate the new cables the price of the Blue Heaven and Red Dawn cables have been drastically reduced and the SPM, Quatro Fil and Valkyrja cables are now discounted - Check The Special Offers Page for More...

The New 8000 series offers a definitive and genuine hi-fidelity performance from a no nonsense approach to engineering.

Right now we have the very popular limited introductory offers.

Melbourne's own REDGUM has a new Amplifer which is rated at 55 watts per channel, retails at a competative $799 and now we have them in stock at a special Introductory price of $699

Silver Sonic high performance audio cables from DH LABS now available in store at affordable prices

The new Naim CD5x, NAC112x and NAP150x deliver significant improvements in performance to their predecessors the CD5, NAC112 and NAP150.

The changes, the result of solid technical and engineering improvements, are not easily seen in the published specifications which remain the same - but are easily discernable in the listening experience.

By bombarding a cd based system with the right mix of
frequencies at varying amplitudes you remove magnetic buildup.
The result is a much cleaner, more dynamic, detailed and transparent sound: $40 AUD.

For nearly 30 years Conrad Johnson have been producing world renown tube, pre and power amplifiers. Now available at Caxton Audio. For more information, click here.