To the top of the site "EISA AWARD 2021-2022" announced!World-class media select products of interest

The EISA AWARD, which selects excellent products, was selected again this year by the EISA (Expert Imaging and Sound Association), an organization established by a European magazine in 1982. It is divided into 6 categories: "Hi-Fi", "Home Theater Audio", "Home Theater Display & Video", "In-Vehicle Audio", "Mobile Device", and "Photo Related". The magazine has also been selected as one of Japan's leading media.

Katsunori Isayama, EISA AWARD judge and editor-in-chief of Audio Accessory, commented as follows. Katsunori Isayama, Judge of EISA AWARD / Editor-in-Chief of "Audio Accessory" "We reviewed the Hi-Fi category again this year, and we are pleased to be able to recommend a very unique and attractive product. There are some products that haven't been introduced yet, but expectations are high for future developments. Network players such as Bluesound's "NODE" and Cambridge Audio's "EVO150" symbolize a new era for audiophiles, while Limited models bearing the name of "Beethoven" such as the Ortofon cartridge "2M Black LVB 250" also show the strength of long-established brands. EISA also has powerful items in each genre such as records, CDs, and streaming. It's a feature of AWARD. Marantz's "SACD 30n / MODEL30" was awarded by a Japanese manufacturer. It is a great honor for me to receive a high evaluation from a Japanese manufacturer at the European Awards. "EISA AWARD, this year Let's introduce the award-winning model with an excerpt of the award-winning comments. [EISA AWARD 2021-2022 Award-winning model] ■ FLOORSTANDING LOUDSPEAKERS MONITOR AUDIO SILVER 500 7G Monitor Audio's 7th generation silver series incorporates various acoustic innovations, but the technology is the flagship "Silver 500". It can be said that it is concentrated in "7G". The metal-ceramic hybrid "C-CAM" tweeter has a new motor and housing for a clean and sweet sound. The midrange and bus driver "RST II" is an advanced ceramic coated alloy for even greater rigidity. * Scheduled to be introduced in Japan this fall ■ WIRELESS FLOORSTANDING LOUDSPEAKERS SYSTEM AUDIO LEGEND 40.2 SILVERBACK The elegant active speaker of system audio is not only slender, but also packed with technology that allows users to realize the optimum sound of their choice. By using the wireless "Stereo Hub", it is possible to make settings that match the acoustic characteristics of the room automatically or manually. ■ WIRELESS STANDMOUNT LOUDSPEAKERS KEF LS50 WIRELESS II KEF's "LS50 Wireless II" is the latest model equipped with the new technology MAT cultivated in "LS50 Meta", following the appearance of "LS50 Wireless". Sophisticated apps also provide playback from portable devices, local network playback, and streaming services. Of course, with the combination of KEF's unique Uni-Q driver and built-in amplifier, you can play music that exceeds its size. ■ Following the first "LS50" that won the STAND MOUNT LOUDSPEAKERS KEF LS50 META EISA Award, KEF engineers further developed the technology and created the "LS50 META" equipped with MAT technology. The MAT technology provides a higher degree of control over the unwanted resonance of the driver, achieving a wide sound stage that exceeds the sense of size, rich bass, and a wonderful sound image. ■ HIGH-END LOUDSPEAKERS WILSON AUDIO SABRINA X Wilson Audio's "Sabrina" has been highly evaluated as a compact high-end speaker, but this "X" model has been further improved. The cabinet is a Gloss finish on the Inactive X-Material. The tweeter follows the flagship model, the midrange inherits the "Sabrina" technology, and the woofer is newly designed. The wide sound stage and expanded low frequencies create an artist's atmosphere on a huge scale. ■ STREAMING AMPLIFIER CAMBRIDGE AUDIO EVO 150 Compact and clever, it drives any speaker and fills the audio room with music. Cambridge Audio's "EVO 150" is an excellent streaming amplifier that can freely play various sound sources from smartphones to streaming services. In addition, it is equipped with balanced input and phono input, and various system expansions are possible. If you install the dedicated application "Stream Magic", you can enjoy it with the whole family. * Domestic introduction undecided ■ INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER ROTEL MICHI X3 "Michi X3" is the cheapest model in the Michi series revived by Rotel, but it has a certain ability to drive any speaker, and from delicate touch to high output It is a model with a wide range of speed and warmth. Achieving a beautiful high output that was light, fast, and controlled in detail was the decisive factor for this award. ■ POWER AMPLIFIER NAD C298 The NAD brand started with amplifiers and has evolved its technology for about half a century. The "C298" power amplifier features an excellent design that can be used not only for high-fidelity audiophiles, but also for theater systems and custom installations. The energy-efficient "Purifi Eigentakt" amplifier technology drives any speaker powerfully. The sound is amazing. ■ DIGITAL MUSIC PLAYER BLUESOUND NODE Bluesound's multi-room wireless system was revolutionary. And the new "NODE" player is a player that can easily build a multi-room system, and can realize wireless playback such as Wi-Fi, Ethernet, AirPlay2, aptX HD. It also has HDMI ARC, which can be linked with TVs and game consoles. You can operate those systems with the "BluOS" app or voice control. * Scheduled to be introduced in Japan by the end of this year ■ HIGH-END MUSIC PLAYER HIFI ROSE RS150 HIFI ROSE "RS150" is a very flexible network player / DAC equipped with a large display on the front. High resolution playback is also possible from Bluetooth, and you can also build an all-in-one music library by installing SSD storage inside. The sound is rich and detailed. ■ DAC CAMBRIDGE AUDIO DACMAGIC 200M Cambridge Audio has been making DA converters since 1994, and this "DacMagic 200M" is the latest model. The maximum compatible sampling raid supports 768kHz / 24bit and DSD512, and it can be incorporated into the main audio system as well as when playing headphones on the desktop. You can enjoy expressive sound with clear details. * Scheduled to be introduced in Japan, time undecided ■ VALUE TURNTABLE PRO-JECT DEBUT PRO -Ject's entry-class analog player has been refined to commemorate the 30th anniversary of its founding. Not only the new carbon alloy tone arm, but also the platter is dumped more firmly, and the suspension of the arm and motor is further strengthened. A new "Pick it Pro" cartridge is also included and set up is ready. It can be said that it is a champion model of the introductory class. * Domestic introduction undecided ■ HIGH-END TURNTABLE THORENS TD 124 DD Thorens analog player "TD 124 DD" looks like a vintage, but the sound is definitely the latest. The model number "DD" means that it is a direct drive model, and the latest tone arm that matches this design is set. The combination with the "SPU 124" cartridge is also the best. ■ PHONO CARTRIDGE ORTOFON 2M BLACK LVB 250 A new model commemorating the 250th anniversary of Beethoven's birth has appeared in the long-selling MM cartridge "2M" of Ortofon. On the side of the cartridge is a portrait of the famous Beethoven. This cartridge provides a sound that is especially suitable for classical, jazz, and acoustic music. Its sound is robust, expressing the freshness of acoustic instruments such as strings, and achieving excellent stereo focus and depth. ■ PHONO STAGE HEGEL V10 Hegel has finally added a phono equalizer to its well-established amp lineup. The "V10" is compatible with both MM / MC cartridges, supports a wide range of gain and load, has a subsonic filter, and can be adjusted with the DIP switch on the back of the chassis. By taking the time to drive the best settings of this phono equalizer, you will be able to achieve smooth and suggestive analog playback. ■ STEREO SYSTEM MARANTZ MODEL 30 / SACD 30N The Marantz 30 series combines a classic design reminiscent of the brand's classic machines with a new style that combines the latest features. The combination of a Model 30 amp and a SACD 30n player is truly a "win". The amp has a simple design that brings out the purest sound, while the SACD player offers all the possibilities of music, from discs to streaming. Marantz calls this combination "modern musical luxury". This rich, powerful and luxurious quality sound will answer that promise. ■ HEADPHONE SOLUTION NAIM UNITI ATOM HEADPHONE EDITION In order to respond to the excitement of headphone playback that never stops, Naim has also created a model for headphones in the entry-level "Uniti Atom". Taking over the amplifier technology of the flagship "Statement", it achieves both network and streaming playback and balanced / single-ended headphone output. It can also be played directly with a power amplifier or active speaker. ■ HEAD PHONES FOCAL CLEAR MG Focal's "Clear" headphones were also a great model, but "Clear MG" goes even further. The new Pure Magnesium Driver has evolved the resonance control of the open housing, transforming it into a driver placement optimized for the user's ear. As a result, we have achieved even higher speed, clarity, and accuracy while maintaining the original openness. This unit will bring more detail out of the music and bring out truly realistic music that is not complete in your head. ■ HIGH-END HEADPHONES T + A SOLITAIRE P-SE T + A has entered the world of headphones with an ambitious combination of the headphone "Solitaire P" and the headphone amplifier "HA200". This "Solitaire P-SE" realizes a more affordable price by simplifying the flat diaphragm and so on. However, it is aimed at high-end design in terms of weight, richness, and impact, and provides a broad perspective on music. ■ VALUE HEADPHONES SENNHEISER HD 560S Sennheiser has been highly evaluated not only in headphones but also in the world of recording microphones. And this "HD 560S" is a model that brings together the knowledge that we have cultivated so far, and realizes a realistic and impressive stage with excellent details and wide open sound with fast and clear bass. The new driver made of polymer material produces a linear reaction and airy treble, and the driver placed at the optimum angle realizes a realistic sense of reality. ■ COMPACT SUBWOOFER SVS 3000 This subwoofer of MICRO SVS uses the smallest driver ever, an 8-inch aluminum cone, and houses two drivers in a strong cabinet less than 30 cm square. This unit is intended for use in home theaters and living rooms where space is limited, but it will deliver performance that meets expectations. ■ HI-FI SUBWOOFER KEF KC62 KEF's subwoofer "KC62" is equipped with a pair unit with a diameter of 16.5 cm, despite its small size of only 25 cm on each side, and its sound is extremely massive, high speed, and the controlled low range is the ground. It echoes deep inside. Uni-Core force scan selling is adopted for the opposite driver, and the output of 500W is realized. ■ HI-FI ACCESSORY FERRUM HYPSOS DC power supply "Hypsos" created by Polish brand FERRUM based on the idea that "power supply is everything". It can supply DC power from 5V to 30V, and is available in settings for over 100 well-known products. ■ WIRELESS HEADPHONES PHILIPS FIDELIO L3 Philips "Fidelio L3" is the top model in the lineup, but with a stylish over-ear design, it has a high degree of balance between beauty, efficiency and sound quality. Active Noise Canceling (ANC) with two microphones provides complete transparency. On the other hand, the frequency response from the 40mm driver is amazing, and the tone balance does not change even with ANC working. ■ IN-EAR HEADPHONES LG TONE FREE FP8 LG's completely wireless "TONE FREE FP8" was born in partnership with Meridian. It is reasonably priced, has 10 hours of continuous use, can be easily paired with a smartphone via Bluetooth 5.2, and has an 8mm hybrid driver that clearly reproduces music and human voice. ANC is also effective and does not make you feel stressed even when listening for a long time.