Events & Specials
WORLD OF HEADPHONES
Headphones are companions most music lovers cannot do without, for enjoying music when out and about or undisturbed at home. Ranging from wireless Bluetooth technology to wired high end models, as an in-ear version or with noise cancelling, the portable models, available in a wide variety, are a firmly-established accessory in the audio world. It is the direct way of listening to music, which many people find thrilling and often consider the most beautiful form of music reproduction. The listener is able to take in their favourite pieces with incredible intensity, as disturbing background noises and influences such as room acoustics can largely be tuned out. In addition, top-quality headphone amplifiers make the decisive difference, especially for audiophile listeners.
At the WORLD OF HEADPHONES, presented in a separate area at the FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna, leading manufacturers, distributors and dealers will be showcasing a large selection of mobile and stationary sound equipment. In this area, visitors can take their time to try out and compare a multitude of different headphones.
Cleverly assembled entry-level systems
SOUNDSCLEVER is a recognized standard and an orientation guide for all visitors to the FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna. It provides recognition to complete playable audio systems offering extraordinary sound performance for less than EUR 5,000. A technical and musical experience for the discerning audiophile.
During the FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna exhibition, various professionals from the industry will present their contribution to the HIGH END SOCIETY's SOUNDSCLEVER initiative. The rules are the same for all specialists: aside from the provision that a set is ultimately not allowed to cost more than EUR 5,000, there are no restrictions. Thus, the combinations are expected to reflect the full spectrum of the audio industry: either strictly digital, high-end analog or both combined in one hi-fi system.
Direction signs bearing the SOUNDSCLEVER logo will show you the way to a clever audio system. The featured details will be announced here starting in mid-October.
Mit dem Prädikat SOUNDSCLEVER bietet die Initiative der HIGH END SOCIETY eine Orientierungshilfe für alle Besucher:innen der FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna, die einen Einstieg in die hochwertige Unterhaltungselektronik suchen. Ausgezeichnet werden komplette spielfähige Audio-Systeme, die eine außergewöhnliche Klangperformance für weniger als 5.000 Euro bieten.
Während der FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna präsentieren verschiedene Profis ihren Beitrag zu SOUNDSCLEVER. Abgesehen von der 5.000 Euro-Vorgabe gibt es für die Spezialist:innen der Branche keine Einschränkungen. Und so werden die Kombinationen die ganze Vielfalt der Audio-Branche abbilden: entweder strikt digital entworfen, anspruchsvoll analog oder beides vereint in einer HiFi-Kette.
Wegweiser mit dem Logo "SOUNDSCLEVER" zeigen Ihnen auf der FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna den Weg zur cleveren Musikanlage. Fünf Anlagen sind für Sie vorführbereit:
THE FOLLOWING EXHIBITOR WILL PRESENT SOUNDSCLEVER SYSTEMS:
Raum-Akustik Geräte HGES.m.b.H., Raum 1.68, Ebene 1
Presentation times: 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm und 4:00 pm
Plattenspieler Rega Planar 1: 399 EUR
Vollverstärker Rega IO: 549 EUR
Lautsprecher Rega Kyte: 649 EUR
Lautsprecherkabel Black Connect LS single-wire: 129 EUR
Total: 1.726 EUR
ELAC, Raum 0.90, Ebene 0
Presentation all day
Aktivlautsprecher ELAC Debut Konnex Adium B4 DCB41: 649 EUR
Aktiv-Subwoofer ELAC SUB 2010 slim sub: 769 EUR
Total: 1.418 EUR
STYRIA HIFI GmbH, Room 0.61, Level 0
Presentation all day
Verstärker/Streamer Roksan Attessa: 2.190 EUR
Lautsprecher Spendor A2: 2.490 EUR
Lautsprecherkabel Black Rhodium Intro 2 x 3 Meter: 299 EUR
Total: 4.979 EUR
R.M.S. STATE OF THE ART AUDIO PRODUCTS, Room 0.96, Level 0
Presentation times: 11:30 am, 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm
Streamer ARCAM ST5: 850 EUR
Vollverstärker ARCAM A25: 1.690 EUR
Lautsprecher Monitor Audio Studio 89: 2.190 EUR
Lautsprecherkabel Wireworld Solstice 8: 180 EUR
Digitalkabel Wireworld Starlight 8 Digital Coax: 80 EUR
Total: 4.990 EUR
TECHNICS, Raum 0.91, Ebene 0
Presentation all day
Aktivlautsprecher Technics SC-CX 700E Wireless HiFi-System: 2.490 EUR
Total: 2.490 EUR
Stereo Workshops with Matthias Böde
“Mr Workshop”, Matthias Böde, will share the secrets of optimal sound with the audience in different exhibition rooms at the FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna 2024.
Schedule on Saturday and Sunday (German language only):
11 am - Velodyne | Room 0.15, Level 0:
So steigert ein guter Subwoofer die Klangqualität
12 pm - IAD | Room 095, Level 0:
Von MP3 bis Hochbit – digitale Auflösungen im Vergleich
1 pm- Sieveking Sound | Room 0.97, Level 0:
Wie stark beeinflussen Signalkabel die Güte der Wiedergabe?
2 pm - Canton | Room 0.31, Level 0:
Das holt die korrekte Aufstellung der Lautsprecher heraus
3 pm - Dream Audio | Room 0.14, Level 0:
Identische Titel über einen Super-Plattenspieler und Top-Streamer vergleichen
Lectures at IAD
At IAD in room 0.95 on level 0, renowned hi-fi journalist Andreas Günther will be presenting pieces of music ranging from classical to big band, accompanied by anecdotes about the recordings.
Duration of the lectures: 25 minutes
Schedule on Saturday (German language only):
10:30 am
1:30 pm
2:30 pm
3:30 pm
4:30 pm
Schedule on Sunday:
10:30 am
1:30 pm
2:30 pm
3:30 pm
Lectures at Elac/Clearaudio/Chord Electronics
The exhibitors ELAC, CLEARAUDIO and CHORD ELECTRONICS invite you to lectures and workshops on various hi-fi topics. Visit room 0.90, level 0, and learn first-hand how you can optimize your music enjoyment.
Program on Saturday and Sunday (German language only):
11:00 am - 11:30 am und 3:00 pm bis 3:30 pm
ELAC
Der JET Hochtöner, eine Erfolgsgeschichte von ELAC seit über 30 Jahren und wie sich ein ELAC Concentro S Lautsprecher an die Raumakustik anpassen lässt.
11:30 am - 12:00 pm und 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
CLEARAUDIO
Sie wollen den besten Klang aus Ihren Schallplatten holen? Wir zeigen Ihnen, wie es geht! Ganz egal, mit welcher Technik und welchem Plattenspieler Sie Ihre Musik hören: Entdecken Sie bei uns im Workshop das Potential von Plattenreinigung und Plattenwaschmaschinen. Clearaudio Terra Erdungsbox - die Funktion und der Aufbau.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm und 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
CHORD ELECTRONICS
Warum sich Schaltnetzteile ausgezeichnet für einen Verstärker eignen.
Panel discussion with Experts and Michael Holzinger from sempre-audio
What is the perfect recording? What is the optimal format?
What could be better than chatting with competent, friendly people about really important things at a hi-fi show, namely about music?
On the first day of the FINEST AUDIO SHOW Vienna, Michael Holzinger, editor-in-chief of sempre-audio.at, will be discussing these questions with his guests in an exciting panel discussion in the Kii Audi room. Experts such as famous blues musician Hans Theessink, mastering technician Horst Pfaffelmayer (Goldchamber Mastering) and Lothar Kerestedjian (HIGHRESAUDIO) will discuss technology, formats and audiophile quality.
Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00 pm
Location: Kii Audio | room 0.51 | level 0
