Product Spotlight – Engström ARNE Integrated Valve Amplifier
Engström is not a household name yet in the audiophile world, the Stockholm-based family company was only founded in 2008 but their reputation in the UK is growing. The two co-founders, Lars and Timo Engström, are the chief engineer and industrial designer respectively. The ARNE is the company’s first integrated amplifier. Like the other Engström … Read more
French manufacturer Devialet are well-known to audiophiles for their sleek ‘Expert’ amplifiers and impressive ‘Phantom’ speakers but this week the highly regarded company is entering a new market with the release of a new soundbar entitled ‘Dione‘. As with all their products Devialet doesn’t just want to produce what everyone else is doing, they want … Read more
British digital audio innovators dCS have today unveiled details of APEX – a major update to the hardware portion of the dCS Ring DAC. The APEX project has involved months of intensive R&D looking at and developing ways to improve their flagship DAC. Technical Director Andy McHarg describes the process as ““We have a very … Read more
Highly Regarded X-Quisite Cartridges Added to the KJ Collection
X-Quisite is a new name when it comes to analogue, having released their first products just two years ago. However the man behind these cartridges is certainly not new to audiophiles. Micha Huber invented the incredible Thales tonearm and spent many years working with EMT to develop their cartridges and phono stage releases. He is … Read more
MBL Radialstrahler 101 X-Treme System Takes Residency at KJ West One
Here at KJ West One we pride ourselves on showcasing world class audio systems. We love to demonstrate products that you will not hear anywhere else in the UK. For the next few months we will be doing exactly that as we have the iconic full MBL Radialstrahler 101 X-Treme system in our downstairs listening … Read more
Respected Scottish turntable manufacturer Linn have announced a number of significant improvements to their top-of-the-line record player, the Klimax LP12. They say these upgrades “produce an even more musical, pitch-perfect performance.” The keys changes come in the form of the latest version of the Radikal motor and power supply as well as the introduction of … Read more
Legendary Japanese electrostatic headphone manufacturer Stax has just announced the release of their new top-of-the-range earspeaker called the SR-X9000. The headphone contains many new developments but perhaps the most important is the improvements to their fixed electrode, which has now evolved to the 4-layer structure MLER-3. “An etching electrode and a metal-mesh electrode are bonded … Read more
Brinkmann have long been highly regarded in the field of analogue audio, their turntables are a masterful example of German engineering at its best. At the top of the Brinkmann food chain sits the Balance. The Balance has the beautiful styling and world class build quality of the rest of the beloved Brinkmann range, but … Read more
Clearly one of the world’s most innovative loudspeakers, MBL are a German company that loves to push the boundaries. The Radialstrahler 101 E Mk II is manufactured to an incredible standard and delivers a sound that is truly remarkable. Effortlessly brilliant. We are pleased to be able to bring this often difficult to find speaker … Read more
Maxima and Minima Complete the Sonus Faber Amator Range at KJ
We are pleased to have received demonstration models of the incredibly beautiful Sonus Faber Maxima and Minima Amator loudspeakers. They join the Electa Amator III here at KJ West One to complete the ‘Heritage’ collection. The Maxima Amator is the latest and the head of the of the collection. It is a floor standing 2-way … Read more
We are pleased to announce the brand new Alexx V speakers from world renowned American specialists Wilson Audio have landed in Central London and are on permanent demonstration in our showroom. KJ West One has long been a premier dealer of Wilson Audio in the UK. We believe their speakers match up with any other … Read more
Since their introduction, the Naim Uniti collection has been one of the most popular ranges in the hi-fi world. They managed to blend ease of use, style and sound quality perfectly to create an all-in-one solution that is very difficult to beat at its price point. The latest addition to the range is a unique … Read more
Digital music is of course extremely popular at the moment, it offers ease of use that is unmatched, an almost unlimited selection of titles and great quality which is getting better by the day! Hi-Fi Rose is a Korean manufacturer who are making waves in the digital market with their stylish, simple to use and … Read more
Scotland’s Linn Products have this week released the newest version of their flagship digital streamer, Klimax DSM. The new Klimax features a host of upgrades over the previous models but probably most significant is the fully in-house designed new DAC they call Organik. Visually the Klimax DSM is now in-line with the company’s successful Selekt … Read more
Refurbished Devialet Phantoms In Stock For Next Day Delivery
We have stock of both refurbished Devialet Gold and Silver Phantoms available for immediate collection or next day delivery. These are newly refurbished Devialet Phantoms meaning they have been re-manufactured by Devialet to be in brand new condition. They come with a full 2 year warranty and are sealed as new. Devialet only refurbish a certain … Read more
Sonus Faber are world renowned for creating beautiful speakers with effortless detail and engaging warmth. The Olympica series has been one of their most popular ranges over the last decade, a particular favourite here at KJ West One. They have now taken the next step with the series and launched the new Olympica Nova speakers. … Read more
We are pleased to annoucnce that KJ West One will host a 2 week residency of the astonishing world-class Alexx loudspeakers from Wilson Audio. This will be the only pair in the UK. The speakers will arrive on Wednesday 30th November and be on show / demonstration for the full term. Alexx is a seriously sophisticated loudspeaker. It … Read more
We are delighted to announce the addition of a range of electronics from highly-acclaimed Canadian manufacturer Bryston to our Central London showroom. Bryston is a brand that we are very excited to have in store, their amplifiers are known the world over for their power and precision. They have an ability to drive the toughest of … Read more
The Uk’s Only Demonstration Pair Of Magico M2 Speakers Now At KJ
We are pleased to announce that we have received the new Magico M2 loudspeakers for demonstration in our Central London showroom. This will be the only pair available for audition in the whole of the UK. M2 is the latest model from the very highly rated M series which also features the M3 and M6. This will … Read more
Naim Audio have recently upgraded their incredibly popular Muso wireless speaker system to its 2nd generation incarnation. The new models feature a number of improved features including HDMI arc, Roon Ready, Airplay 2 and Chromecast as well as better sound quality and new visual styling. Whilst keeping everything that you loved about the original Muso, … Read more
We are very pleased to have received the latest loudspeaker from world renowned US manufacturer Wilson Audio. The Sasha DAW is the latest incarnation of Wilson’s most popular model. Dedicated to Wilson’s legendary late founder David Andrew Wilson, this was the last speaker he designed (with the assistance of his son Daryl). The DAW sees some significant improvements … Read more
Legendary American manufacturer McIntosh have released two special products to celebrate their 70th anniversary. The new products are a combination of a classic looking all-analogue valve preamplifier, the C70, and a new modern designed valve power amplifier, the MC2512. Both models are now available to buy and audition from our Central London showroom. The MC2152 valve amplifier is a … Read more
Limited Edition Gloss Black Linn Lp12 Majik Turntables In Stock
To celebrate the release of their brand new ‘Selekt DSM’ range of streaming amplifiers, legendary Scottish manufacturer Linn have produced a very limited number of special edition ‘Selekt’ versions of their starting level turntable, the Majik LP12. These special editions have a unique gloss black finish compared to the usual wooden plinths that the LP12 has … Read more
Now Taking Pre-orders Of The New Devialet Phantom Reactor Wireless Speaker
Our friends at Devialet have this week revealed their latest creation. It is a compact adaptation of their hugely successful Phantom speaker names Phantom Reactor. The Reactor speaker is one quarter of the size of the now called ‘Phantom Premier’ range. However, the size is a lot smaller but the sound is not. There are two types available, … Read more
Linn Announces Selekt Dsm Streamer / Amplifier – Pre-order Now
Linn have today announced their latest streaming product, the Selekt DSM. Available as both a streamer and an all-in-one streamer / integrated amplifier combination, Selekt DSM is a great way to get high-end streaming into your home. Beautifully precision engineered to catch the eye of anyone who who sees it, Selekt DSM demands to be … Read more
Mcintosh Mc462 Power And Ma5300 Integrated Added To Collection
As the London’s biggest McIntosh dealer we pride ourselves on having an up-to-date and versatile range of Mac products. As such we have recently received two new products, the MC462 power amplifier and the MA5300 integrated. Both these new products are upgraded versions of popular McIntosh amplifiers, replacing the MC452 and MA5200 respectively. The MC462 … Read more
We have just received our demonstration model Naim NDX2 to add to our in-store range of high-end digital playback equipment. Naim Audio have recently overhauled their entire streaming range, with 3 new models being released. The NDX2, the ND 5XS 2 and the flagship ND 555. With its world-class performance, the versatile and upgradable NDX … Read more
The new upgrade 3.0 from Devialet lets expert owners who have non-Pro amplifiers (pre-2016) upgrade to the Pro version and get the Core Infinity upgrade at the same time. This brings the unit up to the latest possible version. The new electronics (V6 platform) will give more power, enhanced audio performance, new features (Core Infinity) … Read more
We are the exclusive UK dealer for the new and extremely impressive Abendrot Stute Reference Clock from Japan. We have heard many amazing high-end audio products from the best brands all over the world. Generally you have some idea as to what the product will be able to achieve but occasionally we come across new … Read more
Earlier this year Magico relapsed their latest loudspeaker, the A3, which is now the starting point of their range. This innovative speaker now makes Magico loudspeakers obtainable for a wider audience. The A3 brings together a bevy of technologies unheard-of at its price point. We are proud to be showcasing this amazing speaker before anyone else … Read more
