September 2025
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Pro-Ject CAS-E audio system.
fine-tune its noise for indoor or outdoor knees- ups. It’s one to watch.
For buyers looking for a little more audio
refinement, Cambridge (formerly Cambridge Audio) has the svelte looking Evo 150 SE streaming amplifier. Priced at £1,999, it offers 150W-per-channel Hypex NCOREx
Class
The flagship System 2 includes the Debut EVO 2 turntable with a carbon fibre tonearm and Pick it MM EVO cartridge, alongside a MaiA S3 amplifier and Speaker Box 5 S2 speakers. They are ideal for those who want the vinyl experience without the complexity of mixing brands. A simple, plug-and-play sell. Also in tune with the rising interest in retro music systems is the We Are Rewind GB-001 cassette boombox
And with tape sales climbing by over 400 per cent in the last decade, interest is guaranteed. The GB-001 isn’t just an old school cassette player/recorder. There’s Bluetooth 5.4 built-in, a quartet of drivers powered by a significant 104 Watts of amplification, and a rechargeable, replaceable battery. For recording and playing, it supports both Type I and Type II (chrome) cassettes with optimised biasing.
Party starters
When it comes to Christmas gatherings, party speakers remain a safe bet. Market leader JBL’s main offering is the PartyBox 720 (retailing for £799.99). It’ll pump out ‘Merry Xmas Everybody’ at 800W, accompanied by a full lightshow, and can run off replaceable batteries for up to 15 hours. It’s rugged, IPX4 splashproof, and can link with other Auracast-enabled speakers to create a formidable wall of sound. New to this sector, Marshall’s is countering with the Bromley 750 (£899). This mobile street party boasts 40+ hours of battery life, 360° True Stereophonic sound, and integrated stage lighting. As you’d expect, it blends the brand’s rock music heritage with modern features like swappable batteries and IP54 durability. There’s also a sound character knob that lets customers
D amplification, paired with Cambridge’s StreamMagic Gen 4 platform. It’s as much about modern convenience as Hi-Fi credibility. Spotify, TIDAL, Amazon Music, and Roon Ready certification tick all the requisite streaming boxes, while HDMI ARC, a phono stage, and subwoofer/pre-outs broaden its appeal. The obvious selling point of the EVO 150 SE is system versatility: this box isn’t just for audiophiles. It’ll attract buyers wanting a single solution that can deliver TV sound, vinyl, and digital streaming with equal ease.
Hi-Fi for modern living Ruark Audio’s compact MR1 MkIII stereo active speakers, and the all-in-one R410 cutting-edge radiogram, are also strong propositions for consumers seeking high quality with a lifestyle edge. Founder and Managing Director Alan O’Rourke expects design-led products to be a driving force this Christmas. “People love products that feel special, not only in the way they sound, but also in how naturally they fit into everyday living,” he told ERT. “The R410 stands out because it offers simple streaming, rich room-filling sound and a design that works effortlessly in most homes.” As Mr O’Rourke notes,
versatility and character are what shoppers are looking for. >>
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Ruark Audio’s R410 wireless speaker
For extra eye appeal, the boombox sports two backlit VU meters, which offer control over playback and recording levels. There’s even a microphone input with adjustable level for live recordings! It retails for £379.
Marshall’s Bromley 750.
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