05-Aug-2025, 18:14
New Astra review in Hi-Fi Choice magazine, September 25 edition.
4 out of 5 verdict (Likes: design, power, neutral sound; dislikes: digital audio processing: rather safe presentation)
Probably most balanced and considered review I've read so far
Goes into quite a bit of detail on the tech specs, e.g. some interesting discussion around the evolution of Class stages from the D-Premier to Astra, which I'm trying to get my head around
Also the new Devialet App has features like 'Bass Reducer Mode' and 'Adaptive Volume Level' which reviewer doesn't like
4 out of 5 verdict (Likes: design, power, neutral sound; dislikes: digital audio processing: rather safe presentation)
Probably most balanced and considered review I've read so far
Goes into quite a bit of detail on the tech specs, e.g. some interesting discussion around the evolution of Class stages from the D-Premier to Astra, which I'm trying to get my head around
Also the new Devialet App has features like 'Bass Reducer Mode' and 'Adaptive Volume Level' which reviewer doesn't like
Devialet Expert Pro 220, ATC SCM40 speakers, Pro-Ject Xtension 9 turntable, Chord Signature XL speaker cable
