Over the years, Vinyl Latte has evolved from a simple vinyl channel into a deeper exploration of music, hi-fi, room acoustics, and the pursuit of better sound.

This page serves as the central reference for the equipment, accessories, tools, and software used throughout my reviews, livestreams, and listening sessions.

Rather than listing my full system in every article or video, I’ll link back here as a living document that evolves over time.

The goal is not to suggest that expensive gear is required to enjoy music. Instead, this setup reflects years of experimentation, upgrades, and learning about system synergy.

Last updated: May 2026

Analog Front End

My analog front end is currently centered around the Rega P10 platform paired with the SUPATRAC Blackbird tonearm. The combination delivers excellent speed stability, imaging, and low-level detail while maintaining musicality.

Turntable

• Rega Planar 10
  • Stein Carbon Signature Pi Mat
  • Solid Air Audio Dub Star 50 Isolation Feet

Tonearm

• SUPATRAC Blackbird, custom painted Rega white

Cartridge

• Lyra Kleos

Phono Stage

• Sutherland Dos Locos

Vinyl Recording

• TASCAM DA-3000SD

Noise Filtering

• DS Audio Ion-001 Vinyl Ionizer
• SweetVinyl SugarCube SC-1 Mini
  • iFi iPower Elite Low Noise Power Supply Adapter (5V)

Cables

• Cardas CPTB ST Phono Box (Supatrac to Nordost Interconnects)
• Nordost Frey 2 Analog Interconnects (All Stages except Recording Stage)
• AudioQuest Water RCA Interconnects (Recording Stage)

Digital Front End

The digital chain has evolved significantly over time, especially after transitioning away from wireless streaming. Ethernet-based playback and network optimization have become an increasingly important part of the system.

Streamer

• Lumin UX2

DAC

• T+A DAC 200

Music Server

• Roon Nucleus One

Interface

• Apple iPad A16
  • iPort Connect Pro Case
  • iPort Connect Pro BaseStation BK

Network

• eero Pro 7
• TP-Link TL-SG105 Ethernet Switch
  • iFi iPower2 5V PSU
• Network Acoustics eno2
• Stack Audio SmoothLAN

Cabling

• Nordost Frey 2 Digital XLR Interconnects (T+A to Amp)
• AudioQuest Coffee USB Interconnect (Lumin to T+A)
• Network Acoustics eno2 Streaming Cable (Switch to Lumin)
• Cable Matters Shielded Cat6 (Switch to Roon)

Amplification & Speakers

The current speaker setup prioritizes imaging precision, tonal balance, and long-term listenability while maintaining strong low-frequency extension through carefully integrated subwoofer support.

Integrated Amplifier

• Vitus RI-101

Speakers

• KEF Reference 3 Meta
  • Stack Audio AUVA 100 Isolators

Subwoofer

• 2x JL Audio Fathom f112-v2
  • Stack Audio SW Isolators

Cabling

• AudioQuest Robin Hood Zero Speaker Cables (bi-wired)
• AudioQuest Robin Hood Bass Speaker Cables (bi-wired)
• AudioQuest Husky Subwoofer Cables

Cassette & Physical Media Playback

While vinyl remains my primary physical format, I’ve also maintained an interest in cassette playback and preservation. The Nakamichi Dragon remains one of the most iconic cassette decks ever produced and continues to offer a fascinating listening experience decades later.

Cassette Deck

• Nakamichi Dragon
  • AudioQuest Water RCA Interconnects

Home Theater & AV

While Vinyl Latte primarily focuses on 2-channel listening, film soundtracks, concerts, and immersive audio remain an important part of how I experience music and media at home.

AV Receiver

• Anthem AVM 90 Preamp & Processor
  • AIRCOM T8, AV Receiver Cooling Fan with LCD Temp Controller
  • AudioQuest Water XLR Interconnects

Monitor

• Samsung 77 Inch Class OLED S95F

AV Inputs

• Apple TV 4k, 3rd generation
• XBOX Series S
• Nintendo Switch
• iKarao Smart Karaoke Machine

Power, Isolation & Room Optimization

Power delivery and noise management have become increasingly important aspects of my system over time. Rather than treating all components equally, I’ve experimented with separating analog, digital, and support gear across different conditioning approaches while keeping the Vitus amplifier directly connected to the wall outlet.

Power

• IsoTek V5 Sigmas
  • Premier C19 Power Cable
• AudioQuest PowerQuest 707
• AudioQuest NRG-4 Power Cables (all except Amp & DAC)
• Nordost Frey 2 Power Cable (Amp)
• AudioQuest Thunder Power Cable (DAC)
• Cardas 4181US Outlets

Rack & Isolation

• 2x Butcher Block Acoustics RigidRack
  • Stack Audio AUVA 100 Isolators
• Butcher Block Acoustics Butcher Blocks
• Stack Audio AUVA EQ (under all equipment and butcher blocks except turntable & cassette deck)
• IsoAcoustics DELOS (large, under turntable)
• IsoAcoustics ZaZen (under casette deck)

Acoustic Treatment

• GIK Acoustics Amplitude Acoustic Panels (Rear and under television)
• GIK Acoustics SoundBlocks Stacks (Behind Speakers)
• GIK Acoustics Evolution PolyFusor Polycylindrical Diffuser (first side reflections)
• Carpet with acoustic padding