Today’s highlights feature the high-end phono stage “R-X88 series” announced by Denmark’s Aavik, and the subwoofer-specific isolator “AUVA SW” from UK’s Stack Audio.
1. New Product Releases (Official Announcements)
Aavik R-X88 Phono Stage Series — Aavik (Phono Stage)
- Key Specs:
- Models: R-188 / R-288 / R-588
- Input: MC (Floating RCA), Optical cartridge (DS Audio compatible)
- MC Input Gain: 58dB / 64dB
- Optical Input Gain: 26dB
- Output: RCA (THD <0.05%, 70Ω)
- S/N Ratio: 94dB (1kHz)
- Dimensions: 440 × 430 × 116 mm
- Weight: 21kg
- Pricing: R-188: €15,000 / R-288: €20,000 / R-588: €25,000 (may vary by market)
- Highlights:
- Inherits technology from flagship R-880, supporting both MC cartridges and DS Audio optical cartridges
- Advanced noise elimination via Ansuz Active Tesla Coils, Square Tesla Coils, and analog dither circuits (R-588 features up to 108 Active Tesla Coils)
- Sine-wave DC/DC converters for ultra-low noise power supply and Topological Balanced MC input to eliminate ground noise
Stack Audio AUVA SW — Stack Audio (Accessories)
- Key Specs:
- Hybrid isolator specifically designed for subwoofers
- AUVA Particle Impact Damping Chamber
- CSA (Custom Silicone Absorber) 8-prong structure
- 6 weight ratings (CSA 1-6: 1-16kg to 48-56kg)
- Machined aluminum housing
- Price: £270/set of 4 (excl. tax)
- Availability: Immediate
- Highlights:
- Tuned specifically for subwoofer long-wavelength vibrations, preventing structural transmission
- 29 design iterations balancing scientific precision and listening evaluation
- Compatible with any subwoofer via screw-in adapters or height-adjustable pads
2. Reference Links / Sources
- Hi-Fi+ (Aavik R-X88): https://hifiplus.com/articles/introducing-the-new-aavik-r-x88-phono-stages/
- StereoNET (Stack Audio AUVA SW): https://stereonet.com/news/stack-audio-auva-sw-precision-isolation-for-subwoofers