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THE GEAR WE'RE LUSTING AFTER

NAD C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier
>£1,299 > From nadelectronics.com

When it comes to high-end audio, the NAD Electronics C 3050 is a serious contender. Designed to celebrate 50 years of hi-fi mastery, the NAD C 3050 amp marries 70s retro styling (walnutfinished vinyl-clad cabinet, push buttons and Dual VU meters) with the very latest sound tech. This includes a HybridDigital UcD output stage and a Texas Instruments PCM5242 differential digital-to-analogue converter (DAC), which combine to deliver what NAD describes as "immersive three dimensionality and thrilling dynamics'.

The C 3050 also features NAD's future-proofing Modular Design Construction, with the option to include a module in the rear MDC2 expansion slot that enables BluOS high-res, multi-room streaming and Dirac Live room correction. Cool.

BenQ V5000i 
$3,499 (about £3,400) > From benq.com

BenQ describes the V5000i as an 'affordable' short-throw projector. Well, it does come with impressive credentials and a worthwhile extra.