Welcome
Welcome to Newsletter #53 for October 2025. Here’s a roundup of the latest news and reviews from the world of HiFi since the last Newsletter at the end of August, that you may have missed.
New Reviews
Unitra ZGB-401 loudspeaker (17 September 2025)
This month, having reviewed the Unitra WSH-605 Integrated Amplifier (28 August 2025), we reviewed the Unitra ZGB-401 loudspeakers. In that review, we provided you with three reasons to purchase the ZGB-401s. We said;
These loudspeakers can deliver spectacular detail
Astell&Kern PD10 and Cradle (30 September 2025)
We have just published a review of the Astell&Kern PD10 and Cradle. We said;
Using a high-end pair of headphones like the Meze Audio Elite, it’s clear the PD10 has the power to bring out the finest details
Meze Audio 105 SILVA (12 September 2025)
Chris Baillie reviewed the Meze Audio 105 SILVA. Chris said;
the 105 Silva’s combination of terrific looks, superior build quality and superb musicality is rare at this price
Moor Amps 4i Integrated Amplifier (12 September 2025)
We have also reviewed the new Moor Am 4i integrated amplifier, which shares key design features of the Moor Amps Angel 6. Ian said;
Dynamic expression is another strength, with the amplifier able to handle both the delicate shadings of a string quartet and the explosive energy of a rock or electronic performance.
Coming Up
Keep an eye out for these reviews in the coming weeks. We will have an exclusive review of a stereo pair of Tangerine Dream REL T/9x SE subwoofers. Two subwoofers, half the effort and twice the output? Wait for the review here at HF&MS!
Also just arrived are the new very beautiful Acoustic Energy AE320² floor-standing loudspeakers, featuring a larger form factor and based on the stunning AE Corinium driver array.
We will also have reviews coming out of the EAT F-Dur turntable and the new Rega Brio Mk7.
New News
It has been a busy month with plenty of news going on, including the following;
The UK Hi-Fi Show Live at Ascot Racecourse was a resounding success. Check out the highlights from the prestigious event here.
Exposure introduced the new 5510 Integrated Amplifier this month (September 24, 2025), which was also featured at Ascot. There was also news of the latest flagship MC cartridge from HANA, the Umami Black (11 September 2025).
New Music
There’s always time for new music, and this month, David Byrne’s latest album, Who is the Sky?, has had a hard play recently. Have a listen to Olivia Dean’s new album The Art of Loving. Don’t forget RAYE’s gorgeous new release WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!
Older Music!
The recent A&K PD10 review has inspired a flurry of revisiting older albums on my hard drive (which I have uploaded to the PD10), including the following…
Further Reading
