Today’s high-end audio news features numerous flagship products. LUMIN introduces the new flagship network player “X2” featuring fully discrete DAC. UK’s Rega officially announces the long-awaited separate amplifiers “Mercury” preamplifier and “Solis” power amplifier. Slovakia’s CANOR AUDIO releases the ambitious all-in-one amplifier “VIRTUS A3” combining tubes and solid-state, while Ediscreation launches the Roon-dedicated PC “HAYDN v2” with completely redesigned power supply and PCB.
1. New Product Releases (Official Announcements)
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X2 — LUMIN (Network Music Player)
- Main Specifications: Flagship network music player first adopting fully discrete DAC design. Dual-monaural configuration with dual FPGAs, supporting native DSD512 and PCM 32-bit/768kHz playback. Features two-stage linear power supply with dual toroidal transformers, femtosecond precision clock system. Supports both fiber optic and copper network connections, equipped with SFP socket for galvanic isolation.
- Price: ¥2,750,000 (tax included)
- Release/Pre-order: Released November 28, 2025
- Key Points: Completed after years of LUMIN R&D, fully custom discrete DAC independent of chipsets. Ambitious work integrating transport technology established with U2X with in-house designed D/A converter, aiming to achieve both engineering precision and musical warmth.
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Mercury & Solis — Rega (Preamplifier & Power Amplifier)
- Main Specifications: Long-awaited separate amplifiers officially announced. “Mercury” is new reference preamplifier, “Solis” is new power amplifier. Announced together with Nd9 cartridge, strengthening Rega’s high-end lineup. Detailed specifications to be announced progressively.
- Price: TBD
- Release/Pre-order: Officially announced
- Key Points: Reference amplifiers in separate configuration launched by Rega with full commitment. Expected as products combining the company’s long-accumulated technology in both analog and digital fields.
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VIRTUS A3 — CANOR AUDIO (Integrated Amplifier)
- Main Specifications: Dual-monaural fully balanced differential hybrid tube integrated amplifier. Integrates tube preamplifier section (using E88CC×2) with Class A/AB hybrid power amplifier section, MM/MC compatible discrete phono stage, dual ESS9038 DAC (supporting PCM 768kHz/32-bit, DSD512, MQA). Output 100W (8Ω)×2, 150W (4Ω)×2. Fully balanced discrete analog signal path, 9 selectable digital filters.
- Price: ¥1,540,000 (tax included)
- Release/Pre-order: Available now
- Key Points: True all-in-one model condensing major functions except network transport in single chassis. Quality assured through proprietary PCB processing technology “CMT” and tube selection system. Intuitive operation with 1.3-inch LCD touch screen and rotary knob, heat pipe cooling system.
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HAYDN v2 — Ediscreation (Roon-Dedicated Audio PC)
- Main Specifications: Version 2 of Roon-dedicated audio PC “HAYDN.” Power supply and PCB completely redesigned for even higher sound quality. Limited model available only at display dealers.
- Price: ¥880,000 (tax included)
- Release/Pre-order: Available now
- Key Points: Pursues ultimate Roon core performance through audio-grade power supply and PCB design. Further evolution from previous model highly rated among network audio enthusiasts.
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DAC-Z10 — Eversolo (DAC)
- Main Specifications: High-end DAC adopting unique complete digital/analog separation design. Features 8-mode I2S input, 3 independent power supplies, independent AK4191+AK4499 DAC modules for left/right channels. Supports 50Ω/75Ω and 10MHz/25MHz external clock inputs.
- Price: ¥385,000 (tax included) *Campaign price ¥374,000 until February 28, 2026
- Release/Pre-order: Pre-orders started, scheduled release January 20, 2026
- Key Points: Attracting global attention immediately after announcement, current delivery time approximately 6 weeks. Complete digital/analog separation design minimizes crosstalk, realizing high-purity music playback.
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MENUET SE Natural Walnut — DALI (Bookshelf Speaker)
- Main Specifications: New finish added to popular compact speaker “MENUET SE” series with matte, natural walnut finish. Responds to current trends emphasizing interior harmony. “MENUET SE” series now available in 2 finishes with “Wild Walnut.”
- Price: ¥308,000 (pair, tax included)
- Release/Pre-order: Released November 26, 2025
- Key Points: Evolution of “MENUET” popular for compact size fitting any room and rich, musical sound defying appearance. New finish addition enables compatibility with even wider interior styles.
4. Reference Links / Sources
- Stereo Sound ONLINE: https://online.stereosound.co.jp/
- StereoNET: https://stereonet.com/news
- PHILE WEB: https://www.phileweb.com/news/audio/