Economic IT looks for home audio steps from four styles [hobbies of what men want and secret bases]

[what interested men want and secret bases]

People who become inadequate by playing music through mobile phones, PC and affordable Bluetooth speakers should aim to improve audio. I want to build modern home audio with network compatibility as the center.

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I want to build a real audio system at home, but if you consider the combination of player, amplifier and loudspeaker, the sound source is consistent, which is very difficult. However, in the popularity of Dinsk, high-resolution sound sources can also be heard, if we look for machines with the network correspondence as the center, we should be able to create a high-level environment without cost and effort. Audio-visual writer Tsai Yuan-Yi also suggested: "there are many choices, and it is easy to choose an environment that suits your preferences."

"even for the simplest combination of smartphones and Bluetooth speakers, recently there are more and more models of codecs such as LDAC that support high-resolution transmission. High-resolution songs are available in Amazon Music HD (Amazon Music HD) and Music Music (Apple Music), and new songs can also be easily listened to at high sound quality. "

Even if you want to challenge a more formal system, it is recommended that you choose a machine on the premise of dealing with the network.

Recently, there are more and more models of amplifiers with network functions, which can be connected to Wi-Fi separately, support Amazon Music, etc. If built with such a machine as the center, we can create an environment in which we can enjoy rich and colorful sound sources. "

オーディオビジュアルライター 折原一也さんPC系出版社の編集職を経て、独立。オーディオ・ビジュアル専門誌やWeb媒体、商品情報誌などで、トレンド解説や製品レビューなど多彩な記事を執筆している。2009年よりVGP（ビジュアルグランプリ）審査員も務めている

[STYLE1]

A high-quality loudspeaker that can be completed in a minimum configuration

Basically for people who want to easily improve from the style of listening to music on a smartphone. Recently, Bluetooth connections have also been introduced to support high-resolution playback, with the addition of the Hi-Fi audio brand. Enjoy good sound with the smallest configuration.

High-resolution BT speakers adapted to the interior

Astell&Kern "ACRO BE100" (49980 yen)

Stereo Bluetooth speakers can enjoy a gripping sound in an overall body. Support aptX HD and LDAC, can play high-resolution sound source. It is equipped with 32bit Hi-fi DAC and Class-D amplifiers to achieve high output and distortion-free Hi-fi sound.

▲メタルとウッド、PUレザーを組み合わせた美しいデザイン。ボリュームコントロールの下部は操作時に点灯する

Active loudspeakers with built-in DAC are suitable for a variety of applications

AIRPULSE "A100BT5.0" (actual price: about 108,000 yen)

Equipped with high-performance subwoofer, the popular DAC built-in active speaker "A80" size is added. Low-domain regeneration ability is improved, you can enjoy a more exciting sound. Supports connections on USB or Bluetooth (AptX).

▲背面にはUSB、光デジタル、アナログRCA／PCなどの入力端子に加えて、Treble／Bass専用の調整ダイヤルも備える

[STYLE2]

High-quality PC speakers on desktops

It is recommended for people who want to listen to music on the desktop with PC. Because you don't need a wireless connection, you can enjoy better sound through a USB connection, etc. It is also appropriate to enrich the remote working environment in the field of acoustics.

An overwhelmingly cost-effective long-term best-selling model

JBL "JBL Pebbles" (actual price: around 7000 yen)

PC speakers with built-in DAC can be easily used through a USB connection. You can enjoy a clear voice while being an affordable model. Because it is powered by a USB bus power supply, a cable can be easily set up, which is its charm. It also has a 3.5mm input terminal.

▲背面に独自開発のスリップストリーム・ポートを配置。コンパクトながら、豊かな低音再生も実現している

An evolved version of famous speakers for wireless playback

Krypton "Compact Niafield Audio KS-55Hyper" (109780 yen)

The popular "KS-55" as a high-quality and high-resolution loudspeaker has been improved in terms of sound quality and output, and the input model of DSD 5.6MHz is also supported. In addition to USB connections, optical digital input and Bluetooth reception (aptX HD, etc.) can also be performed.

▲再生状況などは正面のLEDで表示。DSD 5.6MHzを再生している状態だと、赤色のLEDがふたつ点灯する

[STYLE3]

High-end system based on network player

A structure that combines an amplifier that supports Wi-Fi and built-in music player functions with a passive loudspeaker. There are also many real audio manufacturers' products, which can also be said to be the entry-level system of modern pure audio.

2-channel amplifier, both streaming media and movies are of high quality.

Maranz "NR1200" (88,000 yen)

2ch Hi-fi amplifier with HDMI input. Equipped with network audio function, you can also play streaming services such as Amazon Music HD and Internet radio. It can also be regenerated with high resolution such as DSD 5.6MHz.

▲背面にHDMIの入力端子を5つ、出力端子を1つ搭載。テレビやゲーム機などと組み合わせて使うこともできる

Bookshelf type but convincing sense of strength and scale

Bowers&Wilkins "607S2 Anniversary Edition" (110000 yen for 2 sticks and 1 group)

The company's entry-level loudspeaker "600 Series" is the 25th anniversary model. While the type of bookshelf is easy to install, continuous cones installed on the flagship are used to output sound with resolution.

Integrated audio supports a wide range of music content

Technics "Network CD receiver SA-C600" (110000 yen)

To save space to enjoy the all-in-one audio of authentic sound. Built-in network player and CD player, all-digital amplifier, Bluetooth connection function and so on. It also has the function of reproducing CD music with sound quality close to the high resolution sound source. It goes on sale on February 25th.

Small size to provide clear three-dimensional sound

Technics "loudspeaker system SB-C600" (110000 yen per unit)

Bokself loudspeakers can enjoy the real sound of Technics. The newly developed coaxial unit corrects the phase shift and realizes the high frequency reproduction with wide directivity and transparency. The port is also redesigned to improve the low-frequency playback ability. It goes on sale on February 25th.

[STYLE4]

Authentic audio systems that are also scalable and attractive

The traditional idea of pure audio is the combination of amplifier, player and loudspeaker. The same manufacturers do not need to be unified, can add from a variety of choices of a choice of fun recording player, etc., expansionary high is also charm.

A simple registration model for British audio manufacturers

Cambridge audio "preamplifier AXA25" (29,700 yen) "CD player AXC25" (29,700 yen)

CD player and preamplifier, the pursuit of simple design and natural sound quality, economical and waste-saving. They are all less than 10 centimeters high, do not take up space even if stacked, and are easy to install. AXC25 will use the D _ A converter from the veteran British company Wolfson.

The technology of reproducing the upper computer with a bookshelf

Surveillance audio "BRONZE50-6G" (66,000 yen per unit)

A small chassis model created by a British speaker brand. The vibrating board adopts the unique technology of giving way to the high-end model to achieve the sound effect with good response. The direction of the sound is also very good.

Put your speakers on the network.

Amazon "EchoLink" (24980 yen)

A networked device used with an amplifier or active speaker. You will be able to use streaming services such as Amazon Music and Apple Music. It is also equipped with 3.5mm headset output terminal.

Sound and design are of high quality.

ELAC "VELA BS403" (363,000 yen for 2 sticks and 1 group)

Beautifully designed bookcase loudspeakers that attract eyeballs. The unique high-performance twisting machine is characterized by rich and excellent expressive force through the cabinet structure that maximizes the performance of the unit.

High-performance players and amplifiers with advanced features

TEAC "Reference Series UD-701N" (382,800 yen) "Reference Series AP-701" (3207,800 yen)

The first full-size machine in the series to meet the needs of modern music. UD-701N (left) takes the USB DAC function as the core, and is equipped with network player, analog preamplifier, headphone amplifier and other functions. The AP-701 (right) of the power amplifier achieves a complete dual channel configuration from input to output.

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