From 23 to 25 October, Warsaw hosted one of the largest hi-fi shows in the world. Audio Video Show 2026 filled PGE Narodowy and two hotels with several hundred exhibitors, and for the first time the full LAiV range was there to be seen and heard. We were not able to be in Warsaw ourselves, so this post is a thank-you to the two teams who made it happen. The LAiV display, by Instal Audio Instal Audio, our distributor for Poland, built a dedicated LAiV display at the show. Ever

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Christiaan Punter of HiFi-Advice reviews the LAiV Harmony DAC 2 discrete R2R DAC: Highly Recommended, an HFA Favorite, and a big step up with an external clock.

Steve Huff reviews the LAiV Harmony DAC 2 R2R DAC, naming it his DAC of the Year 2026 with a Gold Award for its refinement, low noise and spatial sound.

Hi-Fi News calls the LAiV Harmony µDAC quirky but compelling, praising its build and clear, organic R2R sound, with an 86% sound quality score.

A cancelled flight, a first time in Germany, and a train race across the country. The night LAiV received its first EISA Award, and what it meant to carry Singapore into that Berlin ballroom.

The LAiV Harmony µDAC is the EISA Best Value DAC 2026-2027, judged by the editors of 50+ publications in 30+ countries. It joins Stereophile Class A and more.

A British Audiophile reviews the LAiV Harmony µDAC R2R DAC. "Unashamedly warm," Highly Recommended, and transforms through I2S. 104K subscriber verdict.

We've absorbed cost increases for as long as possible. Here is what is changing on 1 June 2026, and what is staying the same.

We are proud and humbled to share that the Harmony GaNM and Harmony µDAC have both been listed as Class A Recommended Components in Stereophile's 2026 Edition. For those unfamiliar with what this means, Stereophile's Recommended Components list is the publication's definitive guide to the best audio equipment available. Class A represents the highest practical tier, reserved for components that deliver, in Stereophile's own words, the best attainable sound for a component of

We are honoured that Herb Reichert chose the Harmony µDAC for a full equipment review in Stereophile's December 2025 issue, complete with measurements by editor John Atkinson. This is not a sidebar mention or a brief note. It is a multi-page, deeply considered evaluation from one of the most trusted ears in audio journalism. Herb spent extended time with the µDAC, testing it through both coax and USB sources, exploring its NOS and oversampling modes, and evaluating it against

We are deeply honoured that Herb Reichert chose the Harmony GaNM monoblocks for his Gramophone Dreams column in Stereophile's April 2026 issue. For anyone who follows high-end audio, this needs no introduction. Gramophone Dreams is one of the most respected and closely read columns in the industry, and Herb's voice carries a weight that comes from decades of honest, deeply musical listening. When he picks up a product, the community leans in. Herb put the GaNM through a thoro

Hong Kong audio channel feverSound puts the LAiV Harmony DAC through a full teardown and listening test. Here is what they found.

A big thank you to Jay from Jay’s iyagi for reviewing the LAiV Harmony GaNM. Watch his YouTube deep dive into modern GaN FET Class D amplifiers.

Jay’s iyagi reviews the LAiV Harmony µDAC, sharing insights on build quality, design, and musical performance. Watch the full R2R DAC review here.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Steve Guttenberg Audiophiliac for the thoughtful and engaging review of the LAiV Harmony μDAC. In his video, Steve highlights how remarkably musical and refined the Harmony μDAC is for its compact size, praising its build quality, elegant industrial design, and natural, involving sound. He also shares real-world comparisons with other well-known R2R DACs, along with listening impressions across a wide range of music, from classic

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to James from ABX Audiophiles for taking the time to conduct such a thoughtful and detailed review of the LAiV Harmony µDAC and µDDC. In his video review, James explored the LAiV uDAC as a compact R2R ladder DAC solution, sharing clear impressions on build quality, usability, and, most importantly, sound character. He described the uDAC as delivering a natural, organic presentation with strong tonal balance, highlighting the musical

We are pleased to share a recent review of the LAiV Harmony µDAC and Harmony µDDC by Stereo Times. In the review, Ed Van Winkle highlights the µDAC’s natural, analog-like presentation, praising this audiophile compact DAC for its musical ease, tonal richness, and freedom from digital glare. Designed around an R-2R ladder architecture and discrete output stage, the µDAC delivers an engaging and fatigue-free listening experience well beyond expectations for its price. When pair

We’re happy to share that the LAiV Harmony µDAC has been selected as Best Budget DAC by HiFi Huff in his latest roundup. In the video, HiFi Huff highlights the µDAC for its musicality, build quality, and overall value, praising this compact audio DAC as one of the top choices for listeners seeking high-end sound without the high-end price tag. Rather than telling you too much, we’ll let Steve explain it in his own words. 🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/-Mg-Rx5jmkw?s

We’re proud to share that the LAiV Harmony HP2A has been awarded Best Headphone Amplifier and named a Headfonia Recommended Amplifier as part of Headfonia Best of the Year 2025 Awards . The HP2A was praised for its powerful yet refined sound, ability to drive even the most demanding headphones, and its versatility as both a reference headphone amplifier and a high-quality preamplifier. 👉 Read the full award feature and review here: https://www.headfonia.com/headfonia-best