{"title":"Ayre","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/r1gLgzrgr6s\" title=\"Ayre Acoustics factory tour  -- Darko.Audio\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAyre Acoustics, Inc. has been designing and building superior quality, award-winning audio and video equipment since 1993. Ayre is recognized as a world leader in the industry, and its full line of audio and video components sets new standards in innovation, design, and performance. We proudly offer the finest equipment for your listening and viewing pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAwards\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/1215poty2015.promo_240x240.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/3_1_cd16e064-5473-4530-9d38-ca4894d07ba1_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/48376140_1888614331257735_114209554132107264_n_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/161067062_3681577818628035_1459675409279405441_n_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/2015Soundstage_BestofCES_Luxman_M700u_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/267481734_4494860403966435_404461788878072443_n_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/com_-10.jpg?v=1682063296\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/58822244_2097817943670705_3753429704464400384_n_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/70557123_2354889634630200_5273492907683217408_n_160x160.jpg?v=1682063297\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/6.jpg?v=1716517915\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Ayre Acoustics’ QX-5 Twenty is one of the finest-sounding, most versatile digital audio products I have had the pleasure of using.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Stereophile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"With its pure treble, clear, and rich midrange ample low end, and coherence, the Ayre is the finest solid-state integrated I've had in my house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Stereophile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Of all its talents, the most noteworthy have to be its power and sheer dynamic headroom. There are few amplifiers at any price that seem completely at ease with themselves, yet this is one of them.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Hi-fi News\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I could happily live with this Ayre preamp and amp, even as part of a system that costs many times their combined price, and never give replacing them a second thought.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-The Audio Beat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The sound was open and driving and rhythmic and dynamic--very dynamic. It was.. it was.. you had to be there I'm sure glad Iwas.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Stereophile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"My initial sonic impressions included descriptive terms as big, bold, and detailed with an excellent transient response. The QX-8 delivers the characteristic “Ayre Acoustics Sound”: extremely neutral, dynamic with very well controlled bass and an overall lack of hardness... What the QX-8 delivers is absolute tonal accuracy in its overall presentation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Darko Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The QB-9 Twenty really surprised me by how great it sounds in my system.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Audiophile Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Overall the Ayre EX-8 Integrated Hub performed very well on Newport Test Labs’ test bench, though the results do indicate that you will get best performance from it if you to use loudspeakers with a nominal impedance of at least 8Ω and connect them using short lengths of low-resistance cable.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-What Hi-Fi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Ayre Acoustics VX-R is that rare component: a luxury audio component in every way, a reference-caliber performer, and a very good value at its high price. It’s not only one of the best products of any kind I’ve ever reviewed, it’s the very best power amplifier I’ve ever heard. It’s the first solid-state power amplifier to come along in a long time that not only inspired me, but thrilled me to the point that I didn’t want to see it go.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Soundstage Hifi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ayre-qx-8-digital-player-dac-usb-dac-headphone-amplifier","title":"Ayre QX-8 Digital Player \/ DAC \/ USB DAC \/ Headphone Amplifier","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/3_1.jpg?v=1614394343\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e8 SERIES PRODUCTS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGroundbreaking technology in affordable products, the 8 series embodies “Made in America” craftsmanship and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAyre QX-8 Digital Player \/ DAC \/ USB DAC \/ Headphone Amplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QX-8 Digital Hub provides a total solution for state-of-the-art digital music reproduction. An Ethernet cable, USB source, or most any digital component connected to the QX-8 will allow you to enjoy a vast digital music library. You can also simply plug-in your favorite set of headphones and enjoy a musical experience that invigorates your soul. Built around Ayre’s exclusive innovations, the Ayre QX-8 includes fully-balanced, zero-feedback (real-time) circuitry throughout for natural musicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QX-8’s modularity makes it amazingly versatile. Featuring up to eight digital inputs (Ethernet, USB, AES\/EBU, S\/PDIF (2), and Toslink (3) ) it’s prepared to be the digital hub for most any system. With the Ethernet module installed, it is Roon-ready and pre-configured to stream Spotify, Qobuz, and Tidal. The QX-8 will integrate into virtually any home system today and is designed to be upgradeable for inevitable future technologies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe QX-8 also allows you to immerse yourself in music with your favorite headphones. Taking full advantage of the robust Ayre analog linear power supply, both balanced and unbalanced front panel connectors–driven by Ayre’s exclusive Diamond amplifier circuit–will effortlessly drive the most demanding headphones, allowing music to flow effortlessly into your life. 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Linking all of your digital media together with every conceivable digital input and the most popular music streaming services, the QX-5 Twenty streaming DAC provides unlimited flexibility and convenience at the highest level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt [QX-5 Twenty] made me smile for weeks and many hours of listening, sometimes into the wee hours just for the fun of it. 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