We’re pleased to share that MY-HiEND has recently published a detailed review of the DELA S5 Switch. The article highlights how: Adjusting port speeds and disabling unused ports can reduce noise and expand the soundstage. Lower port speeds bring greater cohesion in the mid-low range, creating a calmer and more natural presentation. The S5 carries […]
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UK audio site HF&MS.com has published one of the first reviews of the MELCO (now rebranded as DELA) flagship network switch S1. Reviewer Chris Baillie praised the S1 as a major upgrade for high-end digital audio systems, writing: “My system already sounded great before the S1’s arrival, but the newly found realism, dynamics, resolution and
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Today marks a significant step for our brand.From now on, the name DELA will represent our products both in Japan and worldwide. You may have known us as MELCO—a name associated with high-end digital audio components crafted in Japan since 1975. That legacy continues under a single unified name: DELA. What Is DELA? DELA
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We’re excited to share these beautiful installation photos of the MELCO N1, kindly made possible by a valued customer in Korea, with the support of our Korean distributor, Dadam International. Not only is the setup visually stunning, but the listening impressions shared by the end user truly reflect what MELCO aims to deliver — an
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“The Most Powerful Network Audio Switch in History” — Melco Audio S1 Reviewed by MY-HiEND Taiwanese high-end audio website MY-HiEND has published a glowing review of the Melco Audio S1 — our flagship full-size network switch designed for the most demanding audiophile streaming setups. A New Benchmark in Network Audio In their detailed hands-on review,
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“It’s one of the few components I’ve reviewed that left me with a sense of loss when I had to pack it up.”— Jason Kennedy, The Ear (UK) A recent review published by The Ear—a respected UK-based hi-fi review platform—has high praise for the MELCO S1, calling it “the ultimate streaming accessory.” Veteran audio journalist
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Renowned audio reviewer Christiaan Punter of HiFi Advice recently tested the Melco E100A-H80, our latest 8TB audiophile USB drive, and described it as “the perfect match for Melco owners.” In his in-depth review, Punter highlights both the sonic improvements and technical refinements that make the E100A-H80 a clear upgrade over conventional external storage options. Designed
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Review for the Melco C1-D20 SFP+ streaming cable from the- ear.net Read More »
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HiFi Pig reviews the Melco N1-S38 digital music library Read More »
Melco music lovers are always looking for sound quality improvements. The new N1 and N5 set new standards with a totally new mainboard, and this is prompting many to consider changing their existing Melco for the new one – certainly a great upgrade. And N100 owners can easily improve their systems by upgrading to N50
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HiFi Choice Recommendation for new Melco C100 series Ethernet cables Read More »
“The Melco N1-S38 isn’t just a server; it’s a serious audiophile component that deserves a place in the most ambitious digital systems.”— Stuart Smith, HiFi PiG (UK) UK-based high-end audio magazine HiFi PiG recently reviewed MELCO’s flagship digital music library, the N1-S38, concluding that it is a reference-grade source capable of standing proudly alongside the
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Melco music libraries are the best in their class, and even though the new models are out, the Melco N10/2-S38 is still revered by all who have heard it. Get in touch to find out where to listen to this icon. Click here to read the full review.
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The experts at the-ear have awarded the recently launched Melco N5-H50 digital music library – ‘Editors choice’. Launched in May 2023 at the Munich High End Hi FI Show, the new N5-H50 shares many of the standout features seen in the new N1-S38 flagship, including its ground-up design, new platform, chassis and casework. The newcomer
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The Melco N1Z has been with us from the beginning of the Melco project. It was the very first implementation of our award-winning Melco architecture, demonstrating that an IT NAS was the limiting factor in the quest for best sound quality from hi-res digital music files. Finally, after evolving through two main generations, and the
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Melco’s new dealer locator tool is now live and ready to be explored. It’s now easier than ever to find a Melco dealer near you, globally. We’ve made a number of improvements to the dealer locator, including behind-the-scenes operational tweaks, plus a better graphical interface with some fresh design changes. Why not take a look
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The recently launched Melco N50-H60 digital music library has won a Best Buy award from the experts at the-ear.net Announced in September 2022, the new full-width N50-H60 HDD model offers a sizeable 6 TB audiophile-grade drive. It also offers key performance upgrades over Melco’s most affordable music library, the half-width N100. In its January 2023
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The new Melco C100 Ethernet cable is an advanced interconnect featuring a number of noise-reducing design properties, priced at launch from just £125 (EUR 149) for a 1 m length. The new Melco C100 Ethernet cable directly replaces our debut Ethernet cable, the C1AE, and introduces a number of upgrades to reduce noise and improve
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This winter, we’re introducing some big Melco offers on packaged hardware bundles. Spanning December and January 2023, our ‘Stay Warm and Bundle Up’ promotion has been launched to coincide with prime music-listening season this winter and into the holidays. To celebrate the season, we’re offering eight money-saving combo bundles for a limited time only. All
Melco offers: Stay Warm and Bundle Up savings now live! Read More »
We’re proud to announce a second-generation version of our ground-breaking S100 data switch, the S100/2. As part of our continual improvement programme, the new S100/2 offers upgrades in two key areas and now includes higher-bandwidth connectivity, plus a new and improved internal power supply. The new model includes trickle-down technology and design ideas from our
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The new Melco N50-H60 6 TB digital music library has won a tough six-way music servers group test in the new January 2023 edition of Hi-Fi Choice magazine. In its debut review, the N50-H60 beat FIVE rivals to take the ultimate award from the expert judging panel. The N50-H60 beat models from Naim, Bluesound, Leema
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Leading British specialist hi-fi magazine, Hi-Fi News, has published an Outstanding Product review of the N10/2 in the new Yearbook 2022 (ULTIMATE HI-FI 2022) edition, which is the biggest issue of the year. In case you miss it on the newsstand, we have an online version you can read now here. Melco dealers are standing
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Melco’s new N50-H60 hits the price/performance sweet spot The 6 TB Japanese-made N50 HDD bridges the gap between the entry-level N100 and the compact N1Z. Tokyo, Japan, 27th September 2022: Melco Audio, the Japanese digital music expert, has announced a new full-width HDD model that perfectly bridges the gap between the entry-level N100 and the
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What Hi-Fi? has awarded the N10/2 (SSD) library five stars in its in-depth August 2022 review. The experts praised the N10/2’s build quality, detail and in-built storage, concluding: ‘The Melco N10/2 is an understated but hugely capable performer that’s one of the finest digital sources we’ve heard… if you’re looking for a cutting-edge high-end digital
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The N/10 and whichever DAC you choose to partner it effortlessly deliver all the hefty weight and intricate detail one could ever want, creating an absolute riot of samples and thumping rhythms.
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The importance of backing-up your music Alan Ainslie, Director at audiophile Digital Music Masters Oh no: I’ve lost all my music! I thought that digital and Hi-Res was supposed to be stress-free, but I can’t find my music anymore? The HDD in your Melco is comparable to the shelves on which you store
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Build a digital music library or stream music? Daniel Raggett – Melco Europe General Manager To stream or not to stream? Streaming and building a digital music library both have their place, as Daniel Raggett explains. Finding what you like Streaming services like Spotify are great for exploring music and finding more artists you like,
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Support Your Music Library Ed Selley – HiFi Journalist If you use, or are moving to, a streaming-based system, your existing music should come along for the ride, too, and I’m here to explain why. Moving your system over to network streaming offers huge benefits in terms of both performance and convenience. The
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