Cayin, B&W, Focal, Yamaha, Sony… The best reviews of the month!

Over the last few years, I’ve switched to hybrid amps, which are cheaper than pure transistor amps and, at the same price, much better, especially for vocals, which are more natural – tubes can’t be beaten in this respect. It’s a real success, the OS works well and is fast, I didn’t notice any problems in 1.4, there’s folder-based playback like on a PC. So yes, I recommend it for this price. Paired with Focal Elegia headphones and FiiO FH7s IEMs, the sound is magical and impressively powerful.

Anarkia’s review, April 28, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

To start, the soundstage is very wide and well spatialized. The instruments are carefully positioned and delineated. The sound is soft, but has a lot of punch when the music requires it. The bass is explosive when needed and never overpower the highs or mids. Other than that, as all the reviews have said, the battery life is impressive, the best on the market. Cambridge Audio has produced some very good earbuds here, and at a lower price than the competition. I highly recommend them.

Raizen’s review, April 27, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

Before buying this TV I had a Panasonic OLED for 3 years. I still have that TV, so I can easily compare it to the 75-inch Bravia 9 that I bought. As far as I can see, the Bravia 9’s image is very, very similar to OLED in terms of contrast. The picture is very good indeed. I’d say the main weaknesses are the TV’s weight and viewing angles. When you move away from the TV’s axis, some blooming appears – not much, but it’s there. However, when viewed from the center, the image is truly stunning and, overall, in no way inferior to that of an OLED.

Floriian.08’s review, April 1, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

I’ve spent hours revisiting albums I thought I knew. With London Grammar, for example, it’s simple: I was blown away. Hannah Reid’s voice soared through the room with a clarity and emotion that was almost unreal. Every detail was there, without effort. The suspended, capsule-like tweeter is not only magnificent, but also contributes to the sensation of purity. It provides incredible lightness and spatial imaging. It’s precise, smooth, never tiring. The build quality is astonishing given the price: perfect finish, premium materials, great care taken with every detail. And with a NAD M10 V3, as I have to opt for compact devices in my home, the pairing is excellent. It’s dynamic, clean and balanced, even at low volume. I don’t regret my purchase at all.

bougi’s review, April 20, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

To replace my old Marantz 6003 CD player that I’d just added an Eversolo Z8 DAC to, I naturally opted for a “simple” CD transport. The Cambridge Audio CXC V2 meets my requirements completely and fits in perfectly with my Hi-Fi system. The transport is much quieter than my “old” Marantz and the tray seems much more solid. My CDs have come back to life thanks to this Cambridge Audio – Eversolo combination. Tracks are enhanced, and new details are revealed, despite having already listened to them many times on my old system. As a result, I’m enjoying listening to my many CDs again, to the detriment of Qobuz, which had become my only source! The only drawback is the display, which is not very easy to read, and the features, which are fairly basic. But not enough to make me regret my purchase. Many thanks to the team at the Avenue Bosquet store in Paris for their advice. I’ll definitely be back!

Hub73’s review, April 11, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

After running it in for around fifty hours, the Serenade provided excellent results with music from Roon via its RJ45 input, and from Audirvana on a Macbook Pro via USB. The sound was detailed and round, the soundstage spacious and the instruments clearly identifiable. The sound was quite warm, notably the vocals, and natural, never harsh. Having studied the subject extensively before buying, this Serenade strikes me as offering excellent value for money, meeting my expectations for all types of music. It’s solid and inspires confidence. No screen, simple operation, no frills, just essential music enjoyment. USB and RJ45 operation is straightforward, with automatic detection. It’s a wise choice, especially with planar technology headphones.

Kalis’ review, April 21, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

I’ve listened to the Focal Aria, which I find extremely muffled, and Triangle speakers, which I find lifeless – in short, I was beginning to lose hope! Then I listened to these Klipschs. Naturally, these speakers are not without their faults, but given their price, they can compete with speakers 2 or 3 times more expensive, no problem. Firstly, they’re dynamic, they’re fairly open, the bass is clean and doesn’t distort if they’re well-placed. For me, the only problem is a lack of energy at the top end, and the transition between the 20cm driver and the small tweeter is a little weak. In short, these speakers, originally designed for home theater, are in fact a perfectly valid option for hi-fi. They’re neither aggressive nor tiring! Far from it, I even find them quite smooth, and with NAD or Naim electronics they’re top-notch! A quick message to the Son-Vidéo team, with whom I experienced a bit of trouble and a few misunderstandings, but who were kind enough to offer me a discount: THANK YOU.

anael32’s review, April 13, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

As I only listen to CDs, I won’t comment on the streaming options or other tuners… This is a transparent, well-tuned amp with excellent definition across the entire sound spectrum. The stereo image is wide and deep, with perfectly layered sound levels. The timbres have a lot of details and texture, and the dynamics are excellent. The pairing is perfect with JMR Bliss Jubilé speakers.

Ibach’s review, April 12, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

I switched from the Sony HTA 7000 to this Bar 9, and the difference is obvious: coupled with the SA SW5 sub and SA RS5 surrounds, I can finally enjoy cinema sound. The cohesion of the system is truly perfect, the subwoofer really comes into its own, even needing to be toned down a little, as do the rear speakers, but it’s better to turn them down and have a reserve of power than the other way round. The soundbar’s sonic precision is a delight, and the 360 spatial sound mapping is no gimmick, adding a welcome sense of immersion. The ability to manage dialogue volume is a plus, and the night mode now works like a charm. By itself, this SONY soundbar blew me away, but with its accessories, you really enter another sound dimension. The improvement on the previous generation is really significant.

ERIC RICO’s review, April 7, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

This is a purchase I absolutely do not regret! Very easy to install, no cutting, no soldering, everything is included. It’s truly Plug-and-Play as it is exactly matched to my vehicle (BMW F20) and has completely transformed the sound during my journeys! When you see the shameful speakers that were originally fitted, and then the Focal ones, you immediately understand that this purchase is a no-brainer.

635CSi’s review, April 1, 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5