Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Audio Exchange: AudioExchange is South Africa’s home for high-end HiFi. Whether you’re chasing your first serious pair of speakers or refining a reference-grade system, we bring together world-class audio brands, expert guidance, and a passion for sound that goes far beyond the spec sheet. Every product we offer is chosen for one reason: it makes music matter. ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://audioexchange.co.za/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Perreaux launches 200iX and 300iX Integrated Amplifiers](https://audioexchange.co.za/perreaux-launches-200ix-and-300ix-integrated-amplifiers/): Perreaux improve an already impressive set of integrated amplifiers with something world class and masterful. - [The Mighty Electrocompaniet AW800M Amplifier Reviewed!](https://audioexchange.co.za/the-mighty-electrocompaniet-aw800m-amplifier-reviewed/): I already had more than enough to know Nemo to probably be the best amp I did ever host. - [Quad 2905/2805 Restoration – Hope but expensive](https://audioexchange.co.za/quad-2905-2805-restoration-hope-but-expensive/): As most of you know, the Quad 2905/2805 and also the previous model 989 and 988 had a few SERIOUS issues - [Electrocompaniet launches new Flagship](https://audioexchange.co.za/electrocompaniet-launches-new-flagship/): With the new Electrocompaniet AW 800 M Power Amplifier, the Norwegian high-end hi-fi manufacturer Electrocompaniet A/S is now presenting a particularly powerful amplifier that will take over from the Electrocompaniet AW 600 NEMO. The Norwegians speak of a system that has been newly developed from the ground up and that has everything it takes to fulfil its role as the new flagship in the field of amplifier systems at Electrocompaniet A/S in the best possible way. Above all, the flexibility offered by the Electrocompaniet AW 800 M Power Amplifier is remarkable, making it an extremely versatile solution that can be used in a wide variety of configurations. - [The SUPER Hi-Fi Pre-amplifier shootout, thoughts and some surprises.](https://audioexchange.co.za/the-super-hi-fi-pre-amplifier-shootout-thoughts-and-some-surprises/): Where does one begin to evaluate these components? I thought about it and after two years decided to write my own personal review here. I don't have flowery words and mystic meanings. I CANNOT give a distortion analysis. No Frequency response. - [iFi improve on the already awesome iFi micro BL DAC](https://audioexchange.co.za/ifi-improve-on-the-already-awesome-ifi-micro-bl-dac/): MSRP: $649 (R15500) - [iFi stirs magic with the release of the new NEO iDSD](https://audioexchange.co.za/ifi-stirs-magic-with-the-release-of-the-new-neo-idsd/): https://ifi-audio.com/products/neo-idsd/ - [AEX now distributes Electrocompaniet](https://audioexchange.co.za/aex-now-distributes-electrocompaniet/): NEWS  ·  ELECTROCOMPANIET  ·  SOUTH AFRICA - [2019 MingDa Releases](https://audioexchange.co.za/2019-mingda-releases/): VALVE AMPLIFIERS  ·  MINGDA  ·  CLASS A  ·  NEW ARRIVALS - [Zingali Twenty Evo 1.2](https://audioexchange.co.za/zingali-twenty-evo-1-2/): This review has taken some time to put together. What started out as a simple review turned out to be an adventure involving quite a few listening sessions and input from fellow audiophiles. - [iFi iDSD Pro](https://audioexchange.co.za/ifi-idsd-pro/): DAC / PREAMPLIFIER / HEADPHONE AMP  ·  IFI AUDIO  ·  REVIEW - [Audio Research Reference Phono 2 SE](https://audioexchange.co.za/arc_ref_phono_2/): PHONO PREAMPLIFIER  ·  AUDIO RESEARCH  ·  REVIEW - [Ming-Da MC300 Preamplifier](https://audioexchange.co.za/ming-da-mc300-preamplifier/): VALVE PREAMPLIFIER  ·  300B / 6SN7  ·  MINGDA  ·  REVIEW - [Lance Dixon – Revolve Turntable](https://audioexchange.co.za/lance-dixon-revolve-turntable/): TURNTABLE  ·  PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN  ·  LANCE DIXON  ·  REVIEW - [Chord Hugo TT](https://audioexchange.co.za/chord-hugo-tt/): DAC / PREAMPLIFIER  ·  CHORD ELECTRONICS  ·  REVIEW - [Gryphon Diablo 300](https://audioexchange.co.za/gryphon-diablo-300/): INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER  ·  300W/CH  ·  GRYPHON  ·  REVIEW - [Technics SB-AFP10](https://audioexchange.co.za/technics-sb-afp10/): FLAT PANEL SPEAKER  ·  TECHNICS  ·  VINTAGE  ·  REVIEW - [Pass Labs XA30.5 Power Amplifier](https://audioexchange.co.za/pass-labs-xa30-5-power-amplifier/): CLASS A POWER AMPLIFIER  ·  30W/CH  ·  PASS LABS  ·  REVIEW - [Vivid Audio Giya G1 Spirit](https://audioexchange.co.za/vivid-audio-giya-g1-spirit/): FLOORSTANDING SPEAKER  ·  VIVID AUDIO  ·  GIYA G1 SPIRIT  ·  REVIEW - [Bookshelf Fest 2016 & MingDa Release](https://audioexchange.co.za/bookshelf-fest-2016-mingda-release/): EVENT  ·  SPEAKER SHOOTOUT  ·  AUDIOEXCHANGE  ·  2016 - [Perreaux Eloquence 150i](https://audioexchange.co.za/perreaux-eloquence-150i/): INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER  ·  150W/CH  ·  PERREAUX  ·  REVIEW - [SVS Ultra](https://audioexchange.co.za/svs-ultra/): FLOORSTANDING SPEAKER  ·  SVS  ·  HOME CINEMA / STEREO  ·  REVIEW - [Tannoy Definition D900](https://audioexchange.co.za/tannoy-definition-d900/): FLOORSTANDING SPEAKER  ·  DUAL CONCENTRIC  ·  TANNOY  ·  REVIEW - [Perreaux Prism 350](https://audioexchange.co.za/perreaux-350p/): POWER AMPLIFIER  ·  350W/CH  ·  PERREAUX  ·  REVIEW - [Mark Levinson Reference 32](https://audioexchange.co.za/mark-levinson-reference-32/): REFERENCE PREAMPLIFIER  ·  DUAL CHASSIS  ·  MARK LEVINSON  ·  REVIEW - [Manley Reference 600 SE](https://audioexchange.co.za/manley-reference-600-se/): MONOBLOCK POWER AMPLIFIER  ·  VALVE  ·  600W  ·  REVIEW - [Jeff Rowland Daemon Integrated](https://audioexchange.co.za/jeff-rowland/): INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER  ·  1500W/CH  ·  JEFF ROWLAND  ·  REVIEW - [Audio Research Reference 6](https://audioexchange.co.za/reference_6/): PREAMPLIFIER  ·  VALVE  ·  6 × 6H30 TUBES  ·  REVIEW ## Pages - [Checkout](https://audioexchange.co.za/checkout/): First Name * - [Cart](https://audioexchange.co.za/cart/): Sorry, "Tannoy Legacy Cheviot 12" Speakers" is not in stock. Please edit your basket and try again. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Remove item Thumbnail image Product Price Quantity Subtotal × Tannoy Legacy Cheviot 12" Speakers  R68,000.00 Tannoy Legacy Cheviot 12" Speakers quantity R68,000.00 Update Cart Cart Totals Subtotal R68,000.00 Total R68,000.00 Proceed to Checkout - [Dynavector](https://audioexchange.co.za/dynavector/): Cartridges are the essentials to quality vinyl enjoyment — and Dynavector has been at the forefront of moving coil cartridge design for decades. Their cartridges are known for exceptional tracking ability, low output MC design, and a musical signature that retrieves detail without hardness. - [Request Quote](https://audioexchange.co.za/request-quote/): Your Quote Items Product SKU Qty B&W 684 Series 1 — ✕ Clear Quote Full Name * Email Address * Phone Number Additional Notes Submit Quote Request ⏳ - [Shop](https://audioexchange.co.za/shop/) - [Home](https://audioexchange.co.za/): Audio Exchange is South Africa's premier destination for high-end HiFi and audiophile equipment. We stock world-renowned brands including Mark Levinson, Bryston, CH Precision, Electrocompaniet and VPI, offering premium speakers, amplifiers, turntables, DACs and stereo systems. Whether you're building your first HiFi setup or upgrading a reference listening room, our experts help you find the perfect sound. - [How does AEX operate ?](https://audioexchange.co.za/how-does-aex-operate/): We are open Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00, mostly by appointment - [Danish Audio Design](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-shop/danish-audio-design/): "Why is high-end audio too expensive? Even when I calculated worker salary, buildings, and brand value, I still could not make it add up. That is why I founded Danish Audio Design Int. Music should be less about money and more about feelings, emotions, joy, pain, dance..." - [HiFi WiKi](https://audioexchange.co.za/hifi-wiki/): Krell - [Krell History](https://audioexchange.co.za/krell-history/): A quick history of Krell amplifiers - [History: Mark Levinson](https://audioexchange.co.za/mark-levinson/): This is a legendary preamp designed by John Curl and built in the USA by Mark Levinson.Though slimmer in design than its predecessor, this Flat Preamplifier achieved even higher sonic quality.Its iconic, low-profile design became a fundamental element of later Mark Levinson preamplifiers.Hand matched active componentsSpecial thermal epoxy potting compound for modules1% low noise metal film resistors1% tolerance polycarbonate capacitors in the audio pathGold plated contacts and switchesTeflon insulated wiring throughout Conductive plastic input and output potsAluminum anodized chassis throughoutEmploying simple circuitry this John Curl design was a scaled down version of the LNP-2 dispensing with the facilities that would not be required by domestic users but retaining the high build quality.Surprisingly for an item intended for domestic use, it was designed for 19” rack fitting, although a wooden sleeve or case was made available.It received very favourable reviews at the time, despite the high price.Again for the domestic market RCA connectors were employed as in the JC-1, though later versions of the JC-2 came equipped with CAMAC connectors. - [History: Pioneer SX](https://audioexchange.co.za/pioneer-sx-range-2/): This of course is one of the icons of vintage audio.  The Pioneer SX-1980. This receiver is highly sought after today and prices can reach into the thousands for a well maintained unit.At an official rating of 270 watts per channel into 8 ohms with a 2.3 dB dynamic headroom.This makes the SX-1980 Pioneer's most powerful receiver, as well as being one of the most powerful receivers ever manufactured in the world, to date.The SX-1980 is 22 inches wide, 19.5 inches deep, and 8.25 inches high; weighing 78 pounds (35 kg).It’s suggested retail price in 1978 was $1295.00 – a fairly large sum back in those days.Total harmonic distortion is rated at 0.03% which is extremely low for a power output that high. It has a massive toroidal transformer that is flanked by huge capacitors. It also has large heatsinks to dissipate the heat generated by the unit. - [Electrocompaniet](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-portfolio/importer/electrocompaniet/): Electrocompaniet has a legacy of over 40 years producing what they call "fine audio instruments" — recognised by discerning audiophiles, recording studios, and industry professionals in more than fifty countries. Their products are designed and manufactured in Norway from the ground up. AudioExchange is the official South African distributor. - [Zingali Acoustics](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-shop/zingali/): ITALY  ·  HORN LOUDSPEAKERS  ·  SINCE 1986  ·  OFFICIAL SA DISTRIBUTOR - [iFi](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-shop/ifi/): iFi is a brand new line of electronics with trickle-down technology licensed from AMR and aimed primarily at the future, Computer Audio generation. iFi products boast Class A analogue circuitry with no DSP and the signal stays ‘Bit Perfect’ throughout. - [Chord Hugo TT](https://audioexchange.co.za/reviews/chord-hugo-tt/): DAC  ·  CHORD ELECTRONICS  ·  REVIEW - [Our Portfolio](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-portfolio/): Official importer and South African distributor for Perreaux, MingDa, Electrocompaniet, iFi Audio, Zingali Acoustics, and Origin Live. - [Perreaux](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-shop/perreaux/): NEW ZEALAND  ·  SINCE 1974  ·  OFFICIAL SA DISTRIBUTOR - [Importer](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-portfolio/importer/): AudioExchange is the official South African importer and distributor for the following brands. - [Ming Da](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-shop/ming-da/): The amplifier pure Class A to amplify circuit ,and tube 300B drives 805 which makes it more perfect. - [Van Den Hul](https://audioexchange.co.za/our-shop/van-den-hul/): For years Van den Hul made cables that satisfied every niche in the market. From budget to exotic. Part of the original cable revolution that believed the "last" part in the chain is also important. - [Proudly SA](https://audioexchange.co.za/proudly-sa-2/): The people who amaze us — the designers, gurus, and companies that make us proud. - [Proudly SA](https://audioexchange.co.za/proudly-sa-2/proudly-sa/):   - [Portfolio](https://audioexchange.co.za/portfolio-2/): Some of the finest audio equipment in the world — past and present partners of AudioExchange. - [Reviews](https://audioexchange.co.za/reviews/): Product Reviews Speaker Reviews Amplifier Reviews DAC Reviews Product Reviews Speaker Reviews Amplifier Reviews DAC Reviews Product Reviews - [News Room](https://audioexchange.co.za/news-room/): News Room General News Amplifier News Pre-Amplifier News General News Amplifier News Pre-Amplifier News - [Contact](https://audioexchange.co.za/contact/):   - [Services](https://audioexchange.co.za/services-2/): AudioExchange offers a complete range of high-end audio services — from new HiFi sales and pre-loved equipment trade-ins to personal listening demonstrations and expert consultations. - [About](https://audioexchange.co.za/about/): So where did AudioExchange start?It was a combination of my love for the hobby. Meaningful Music, Stunning Equipment and friends to share it with.