Stereophile: Audio Analogue Enigma

The Audio Analogue Enigma ($1949.99) is a very fine-looking chunk of brushed aluminum. An unusual size and shape — half-width and very deep — the Enigma combines a CD player with an AM/FM tuner, tube preamp using an ECC88 valve, which is visible through a small, oval port on the faceplate, and a 54Wpc power amp.

I like the convenience and simplicity provided by such attractive all-in-one systems as the Audio Analogue Enigma. Others I've seen here include the absolutely beautiful Primare CDI10 ($2195) and very affordable Music Hall Trio ($999).

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Posted Thu Jan11, 2007, 7:50 PM — By SPY

Certainly agree with you about the convenience of an all-in-one system, but what a lackluster design! (Is that an *LCD* display??) How can this possibly compete with the Arcam Solo and similar products with (to say the least) more refined design?

Posted Thu Jan11, 2007, 8:05 PM — By Stephen Mejias

It does seem obvious that, if someone is looking to purchase an all-in-one, physical appearance is going to be a high priority.

I agree with you about the Enigma's lackluster design, but I do think it has a kind of industrial charm. The Arcam Solo is a favorite of mine, but the most beautiful (that I've seen) of all these all-in-one systems has to be the Primare CDI10.

I'd like to compare their sonic qualities before forming an opinion about how they'd compete in the market.

Posted Thu Jan11, 2007, 10:54 PM — By SPY

Googled the CDI10. That IS striking. Yes, the proof is in the listening. But you have to say that. You work for Stereophile. ;-) Keep the great reporting.

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