Who: Derek Skipworth, Audio Thesis, Arlington, Texas. Importer of Italian brands Rosso Fiorento and Norma Audio Electronics. Also imports Lumin network players and transports from Hong Kong.
What: Rosso Fiorento Voltera Series 2 speakers ($17,500), Nora REVO Series Separates preamplifier ($10,000) and monoblock power amplifiers ($25,000). The Lumin network player lists for $10,000. Cables are by Turnbull.
Takeaway: This system just does things right in a smaller room setting, and has excellent workmanship and finish (different speaker cabinet finish options are available).
Chris Noble, The Listening Chair with Howard Kneller
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