Denon RCD-CX1 Integrated Amplifier/SACD player

Denon has announced their new RCD-CX1 amplifier/SACD combo unit. The Denon RCD-CX1 is a combination of the Denon DRA-CX3 amplifier and the Denon DCD-CX3 SACD Player in one compact package.

The high-efficiency stereo amplifier is rated at 75 watts per channel into 4ohms and 35 watts into 8 ohms. AL24 Processing is used along with Denon’s own DAC master clock design. An iPod Dock is available for the unit, but it must be purchased separately.

The unit is expected to be available in Japan this July for just under $1,700. [Denon]

Fatman iTube 452

Fatman’s iTube 452 stereo amplifiers feature nine high-end valves, marrying beautiful looks and excellent sounds of high-end tube amplification. This fully integrated push-pull design offers four line-input stages allowing you to hook CD player etc. it even comes with a matching dock for your iPod. The accompanying remote gives full control of your iPod. The system offers 45 watts per channel of superb sound performance. Accompanying this impressive stereo imagery is deep, tight bass, while the latest iTube’s treble sounds wonderfully open and sparkling.

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Pagani sound system

Not a uncommon fad anymore, another italian auto maker has unveiled, not a car but, a super bling sound system- PAGANI. Exhibited at the Geneva 2008 show, the entire sound system is built with Carbon fiber and brushed aluminium. Looking good isn’t difficult, but beauty along with unbelievable features and output is what Pagani system can boast of. This time Pagani has gone retro and has included two vinyl players spinning at 33 and 45rpm for that real rich audio pleasure to complement the CD player.

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Though it is mostly known for speakers, Jamo also has a small presence in electronics. One of their new products in this category is the DMR 45 digital media receiver. The DMR 45 includes support for a wide variety of sources, including DVDs, CDs, MP3, WMA/MPEG-4, DivX Ultra, Xvid, and portable audio devices via a USB port on the front panel. Designed for those who would prefer to use two speakers rather than five, the DMR 45 includes only a 75 watt per channel stereo amplifier, with a preamp output for a subwoofer.

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