We would like to welcome Qualio Audio as a new sponsor to the forum.
Qualio Audio is a new audio brand from Poland, with it's origins
in the renown Cube Audio brand.
Some words from one of the designers Grzegorz: 

"We are Qualio Audio and we would like to present, in our humble opinion, an amazing speaker - the IQ.

Some years ago we founded Cube Audio - www.cubeaudio.eu. Cube Audio makes some of the best full range single driver speakers available today. Full range single driver speakers can sound absolutely fantastic, but they require a very specialized system, typically using flee power tube amplifiers. Not resting on our laurels, we decided we also wanted to give owners of more powerful amplifiers a fresh new option for the most amazing sound."

Enter Qualio Audio!

"Qualio Audio IQ speaker is our first 3-way speakers and it is quite unique.

It has a semi-open baffle to begin with. It has a Mundorf AMT tweeter and SB Acoustic Satori midrange housed in an acrylic open baffle, resulting in an amazingly open and holographic sound. The 9.5-inch woofer is housed in a ported design and delivers deep and fast bass down to below 30 Hz. Only high quality parts are used, such as the Mundorf tweeter, capacitors and resistors, Jantzen coils, SB Acoustic top driver from the Satori line and WBT speaker terminals.

The IQ speaker perform their best with amplifiers of class AB and D with at least 40W per channel."

Here's what Srajan Ebaen of 6moons.com wrote about the speakers in his review:

"A Lambo in a Honda Chassis. To put together the dream rig, I start with the speakers. Nothing in recent nor fainter memory stands as tall as the €5,500/pr Qualio IQ, sold in direct sales."

"QUALIO AUDIO'S MISSION IS TO BRING TRUE HIGH-END SPEAKER PERFORMANCE
AT PRICES THAT CHALLENGE THE AUDIO MARKET"

We would like to announce Klaudio
as a new sponsor to the forum.

Klaudio's designer Peter Cheon is the creator of the Ultrasonic Record Cleaner & the Tangential Tonearm. They can also announce the launch of the all new Magnezar Turntable. Some words from Peter: 

"Klaudio is a designer and manufacturer of original, audio equipment and a pioneer in high-end audio for over a decade. Many will know of us from our Ultrasonic Record Cleaner & our Tangential Tonearm.

We can now announce the launch of our all new Magnezar high-end turntable. We were thrilled to unveil the Magnezar at the Pacific Audio Fest last weekend, where audiophiles got the opportunity to hear it for themselves.

The new turntable is a significant leap forward for music lovers. Magnezar represents the pinnacle of engineering excellence, pushing the boundaries of technology and design in the audio realm. This extraordinary turntable incorporates magnetic bearings and a direct drive system to deliver an unparalleled audio experience."

Key Features

• Magnetically levitated platter
• Ultra quite direct drive motor
• Enhanced liquid stabilization and lighting
• Automatic spindle and peripheral clamping
• Dual tonearm support, including Klaudio tangential tonearm and laser pod
• Adjustable platter speed: 33, 45, & 78 rpm
• Aluminum construction

"Featuring a platter that floats entirely on permanent magnets, Magnezar eliminates the need for traditional mechanical thrust bearings. The result is an unprecedented level of smoothness and precision in audio playback, captivating listeners with its remarkable fidelity and immersive soundscapes.

At the heart of Magnezar lies an exceptionally quiet direct drive motor, ensuring a whisper-quiet background for an unparalleled auditory journey. Complementing this innovation is the inclusion of liquid stabilization, further enhancing the turntable's flawless audio reproduction.

Magnezar's automatic clamping system secures both the center and periphery of the vinyl, guaranteeing optimal playback quality. Additionally, the turntable can accommodate two tonearms including support for Klaudio’s tangential tonearm and laser pod."

Technical Specifications

• Wow and Flutter: 0.015% max
• Speed Accuracy: ~0.01%
• Motor Torque: 5Nm/sec
• Total weight: 121lbs (55kg)
• Footprint: 17.7 x 22.6 x 11in (415x575x280mm)
• Platter Weight: 44lbs (20kg)
• Platter Size: 14.4 x 4.1in (365x105mm)

Ron's System - revisited
Check out more progress on Ron Resnick's system build!