Kalista https://kalista-audio.com Art of Music Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:01:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://kalista-audio.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-Kalista-logo-bulle-32x32.png Kalista https://kalista-audio.com 32 32 Budapest Audio Expo 2025 EN https://kalista-audio.com/en/budapest-audio-expo-2025-en/ Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:21:28 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=6701

BUDAPEST AUDIO EXPO 2025

DreamPlay DAC black

KALISTA AT THE

BUDAPEST AUDIO-EXPO 2025

Every year, the Budapest Audio Expo strengthens its reputation as one of Central Europe’s most important events dedicated to high-fidelity sound. Born from the passion of a small circle of Hungarian audiophiles in the early 2000s, the show has evolved into a key meeting point for manufacturers, distributors, and music lovers seeking true sonic excellence.

The 2025 edition, held on October 5th and 6th, once again gathered a wide audience in an atmosphere where technical expertise meets the pure pleasure of listening.

In this prestigious setting, Kalista was proudly showcased by our partner Attila Zeke from Dream Audio, together with Franz Votruba.

At the Dream Audio booth, DreamPlay XC captivated visitors with its sculptural design and exceptional musical performance. Each listening session offered a moment of pure emotion — a reminder that when technology reaches such a level of refinement, sound itself becomes art.

An inspiring edition defined by passion, curiosity, and excellence — values deeply shared by Kalista and the Budapest Audio Expo.

Our sincere thanks to Dream Audio for their warm hospitality and continued commitment to bringing the Kalista experience to Hungarian audiophiles.

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DreamPlay XC https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-xc-en/ Mon, 06 Nov 2023 11:26:41 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4052

DREAMPLAY XC

The very essence of audiophile luxury

The perfect combinaison of a converter, a player, a digital pre-amp and a streamer with a dual Elektra external power supply.

With this new Kalista’s universal digital source, your audio system will reach new heights.

A TECHNOLOGICAL REVOLUTION

DreamPlay XC combines 4 devices in one (CD/SACD player, streamer, DAC, and digital pre-am). Kalista’s aim is to meet your needs with a unique product allowing you to enjoy uncompromising performance.

The components of the electronic boards are hand-soldered hand-soldered, and the devices are assembled in our workshop by Métronome Technologie’s technicians.

DreamPLay XC by Kalista

“Plays with Audirvāna” products are certified as compatible with the Audirvāna software via USB or network, offering the highest level of integration and audio performance for playing your music. (https://audirvana.com/partner-metronome/).

JPLAY Certified is an initiative that enables other Hi-Fi manufacturers to enhance the compatibility of their products with the JPLAY iOS app, ensuring an unmatched audiophile experience at every level. (https://jplay.app/partner-program)

Qobuz Connect creates a direct link between Qobuz and your connected audio device. Music no longer passes through your smartphone — it’s the shortest path to listening: straight from Qobuz servers to the player, with no other intermediaries.(https://www.qobuz.com/fr-fr/connect)

3 FINISHES AVAILABLE

DreamPLay X black

Black Pearl Finish

DreamPlay X diamond

Diamond Finish

DreamPlay X Gold

Custom Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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CD / SACD

  • CD: 44.1 kHz / 16 bits
  • SACD: DSD64 Native

Conversion processors

  • Reference: ES9038PRO
  • Range: High-End
  • THD+N: -122 Db
  • Dynamic range: S/N 132 dB

Analog outputs

RCA

  • Output impedance: 100 Ohms
  • Max. output level (0 dB): 3 V

XLR

  • Output impedance: 150 Ohms
  • Max. output level (0 dB): 3 V

PRE-AMP

Leedh Processing Volume control

Display

  • Size: 3 inches
  • Resolution: 432 x 432
  • Touch screen: Yes

Available accessories

  • Anti-vibrations Silent base 
  • Classic Tripod furniture
  • Can be customized (on request)

Digital outputs

Resampling available

S/PDIF

  • PCM : 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD : DSD64 to DSD128 DoP

AES/EBU

  • PCM : 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD : DSD64 to DSD128 DoP

I2S

  • PCM : 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD : DSD64 to DSD256 Native

 

Streaming

  • WiFi: Dual Band (2,4 &5 GHz)
  • Ethernet :1 port Ethernet 10 / 100 / 1000
  • USB: 1 port USB 2.0 (for external storage)
  • MQA: Renderer MQA 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • Supports of protocole: DLNA/UPnP, Audirvāna, Spotify Connect, Deezer, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, vTunner
  • Format PCM: 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bit
  • Format DSD: DSD264  to DSD256 Native

General specifications

  • Power consumption: 25 Watts
  • Standby power consumption: 20 Watts
  • Operating temperature: +5°C to +35°C
  • Operating humidity: 5% to 90%
  • USB: 1 port USB 2.0 (for device update)
  • Weight (drive): 17,3 kg
  • Weight (Elektra): 12,7 Kg (2 x PSU Low profile) – 26,3 kg (PSU tower)
  • Dimensions (drive): 446 x 125 x 420 mm
  • Dimensions (Elektra): 420 x 70 x 430 mm (2 x PSU Low profile) – 420 x 85 x 425 mm (PSU tower)

DREAMPLAY XC EN DÉTAILS

DREAMPLAY X PRESENTATION

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Mantax https://kalista-audio.com/en/mantax-en/ Mon, 09 Oct 2023 14:47:49 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4048

MANTAX

The exceptional dual-mono DAC

Perfectly matched to the DreamPlay X, with two lines of conversion processors, tube and transistor outputs, and an external ELEKTRA power supply.

produit noir kalista

A TECHNOLOGICAL REVOLUTION

MANTAX features the luxurious desgin of the legendary Kalista products manufactured in our workshops for over 30 years.

It is like always made exclusively from high quality materials. The chassis and housing are made from a mix of aluminium, acrylate and Stainless steel, giving the device exceptional decoupling qualities.

MANTAX is a versatile device capable of delivering 24 differents sound profiles.

Electronic board components are soldered by hand and the units are assembled in our workshop by Métronome Technologie’s technicians.

2 FINISHES AVAILABLE

Mantax Black Pearl by Kalista

Black Pearl Finish

Mantax Diamond by Kalista

Diamond Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Conversion processors

REFERENCE

  • AKM: AK4499EX
  • ESS: ES9039MPRO

RANGE

  • AKM: High-End
  • ESS: High-End

THD+N

  • AKM: -124 dB
  • ESS: -122 dB

DYNAMIC RANGE

  • AKM: S/N 135 dB
  • ESS: S/N 137 dB

Amplification stage

  • Tube
  • Transistor

Analog outputs

RCA

  • Output impedance: 100 Ohms
  • Max. output level (0 dB): 3 V

XLR

  • Output impedance: 150 Ohms
  • Max. output level (0 dB): 3 V

Display

  • Size: 3 inches
  • Resolution: 432 x 432
  • Screen touch: Yes

Digital inputs

I2S

  • PCM: 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD: DSD64 to DSD256 Native

S/PDIF

  • PCM: 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD: DSD64 to DSD128 DoP

AES/EBU

  • PCM: 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD: DSD64 to DSD128 DoP

Toslink

  • PCM: 44.1 to 192 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD: DSD64 DoP

USB

  • PCM: 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD: DSD64 to DSD512 Native

 

General specifications

  • Power consumption: 25 Watts
  • Standby power consumption: 20 Watts
  • Operating temperature: +5°C to +35°C
  • Operating humidity: 5% to 90%
  • USB: 1 port USB 2.0 (for device update)
  • Weight drive: 27,7 kg
  • Weight Elektra: 12,5 Kg
  • Dimensions (drive): 445 x 120 x 420 mm
  • Dimensions (Elektra): 420 x 70 x 430 mm (PSU Low profile) – 420 x 85 x 425 mm (PSU tower)

Available accessories

  • Anti-vibrations Silent base 
  • Classic Tripod furniture
  • Can be customized (on request)

DREAMPLAY X EN DÉTAILS

MANTAX ON DÉTAILS

MANTAX PRESENTATION

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DreamPlay X https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-x-en/ Sat, 07 Oct 2023 10:31:12 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4046

DREAMPLAY X

The universal audio digital source

With DreamPlay X, Kalista enters in a new dimension.

Equipped with the most advanced technologies, this device is the absolute reference in  SACD players. Its network player functionality is exceptionnel in terms of simplicity and sound reproduction quality.

DreamPlay X by Kalista

AN EXCEPTIONAL TECHNOLOGICAL ACCOMPLISHMENT

DreamPlay X combines four devices in one (CD/SACD player, streamer, DAC and digital pre-amp) while perpetuating the excellent quality of Kalista’s analog sound.

The brand’s designers and researchers have been working on this new project for several years to bring you a product of the purest sonic perfection with a fluid interface.

The electronic board components are soldered by hand and the units are assembled in our workshop by Métronome Technologie’s technicians.

“Plays with Audirvāna” products are certified as compatible with the Audirvāna software via USB or network, offering the highest level of integration and audio performance for playing your music. (https://audirvana.com/partner-metronome/).

JPLAY Certified is an initiative that enables other Hi-Fi manufacturers to enhance the compatibility of their products with the JPLAY iOS app, ensuring an unmatched audiophile experience at every level. (https://jplay.app/partner-program)

Qobuz Connect creates a direct link between Qobuz and your connected audio device. Music no longer passes through your smartphone — it’s the shortest path to listening: straight from Qobuz servers to the player, with no other intermediaries.(https://www.qobuz.com/fr-fr/connect)

3 FINISHES AVAILABLE

DreamPLay X black

Black Pearl Finish

DreamPlay X diamond

Diamond Finish

DreamPlay X Gold

Custom Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DreamPlay X back

CD / SACD

  • CD : 44.1 kHz / 16 bits
  • SACD : DSD64 native

Display

  • Size : 3 inches
  • Resolution : 432 x 432
  • Touch screen : Yes

Digital outputs

S/PDIF

  • PCM : 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD : DSD64 to DSD128 DoP

AES/EBU

  • PCM : 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD : DSD64 to DSD128 DoP

I2S

  • PCM : 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • DSD : DSD64 to DSD256 Natif

 

Streaming

  • WiFi : Dual Band (2,4 &5 GHz)
  • Ethernet : 1 port Ethernet 10 / 100 / 1000
  • USB : 1 port USB 2.0 (for external storage)
  • MQA : Renderer MQA 44.1 to 384 kHz / 32 bits
  • Supports of protocole : DLNA/UPnP, Audirvāna, Spotify Connect, Deezer, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, vTunner
  • Format PCM : 44.1 à 384 kHz / 32 bit
  • Format DSD : DSD264  à DSD256 Natif

General specifications

  • Power consumption: 25 Watts
  • Standby power consumption: 20 Watts
  • Operating temperature: +5°C à +35°C
  • Operating humidity: 5% à 90%
  • USB : 1 port USB 2.0 (pour mise à jour appareil)
  • Weight (drive) : 16,8 kg
  • Weight (Elektra) : 12,7 Kg (PSU Low profile) – 21,7 kg (PSU tower)
  • Dimensions (drive): 445 x 125 x 420 mm
  • Dimensions (Elektra): 420 x 70 x 430 mm (PSU Low profile) – 420 x 85 x 425 mm (PSU tower)

Available accessories

  • Anti-vibrations Silent base 
  • Classic Tripod furniture
  • Can be customized (on request)

DREAMPLAY X DETAILS

DREAMPLAY X PRESENTATION

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DreamPlay DAC https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-dac-en/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 15:15:31 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4044

DREAMPLAY DAC

A pretigious converter

DreamPlay DACwas developed to provide the DreamPlay CD turntable with a converter worthy of its status.

It’s the perfect follow-up to this highly demanding turntable, in terms of both design and audiophile performance.

With DreamPlay DAC, rediscover not only your CD’s, but also the latest generation of high resolution music…

DreamPlay DAC black

KALISTA TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE

Our converters are designed around high-performance electronic processors that handle the digital signals from a CD or music file. Kalista has integrated 2 dual internal converters into DreamPlay DAC to give you the freedom to choose your preferred sound profile.

As with all DreamPlay devices, Kalista has selected the finest materials: solid aluminium chassis, stainless steel feets, methacrylate shelf.

Kalista’s DreamPlay DAC is an exceptionnal object with a unique design, providing you with a rare emotion thanks to the quality of its sound reproduction.

2 FINISHES AVAILABLE

DreamPlay DAC Black Pearl

Black Pearl Finish

DreamPlay DAC Diamond

Diamond Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General specifications

  • DAC 1: “Delta-Sigma” converter technology – 24 bits / 192 kHz
  • DAC 2: 32 bits / 384 kHz
  • Weight: 15 kg (drive) – 15 Kg (Elektra)
  • Dimensions: 450 x 130 x 460 mm (drive) – 450 x 105 x 435 mm (Elektra)
  • Digital inputs: S/PDIF  – AES/EBU – Toslink – USB asynchronous
  • Analog outputs: RCA – XLR

Available accessories

  • Anti-vibrations Silent base 
  • Classic Tripod furniture
  • Can be customized (on request)
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DREAMPLAY DAC DETAILS

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EA Loudspeakers https://kalista-audio.com/en/ea-loudspeakers/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:12:24 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4042

ÉA LOUDSPEAKERS

The pure sound

30 years after the first bookshelf loudspeaker developed by Métronome Technologie, Kalista created ÉA.

A loudspeaker with the most assertive design and acoustic capabilities. 

The expression “Art of Music” takes on its full meaning here.

A KALISTA SIGNATURE 

The ÉA loudspeaker was entirely designed in the Kalista brand’s head office, with a sober timeless design that combines materials like lacquered wood for the upper and lower parts, solid aluminium for the central part.

In addition to its design, the passive type Ea loudspeaker features extreme sensitivity to reproduce music as you like it, whatever the amplification system: lively and refined.

Reporoduce your best recordings as if you were in a studio or concert hall, in a room of 25 to 100 m2.

DreamPLay XC by Kalista

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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General specifications

  • Sensitivity: 100 dB (2,83 V / 1 m)
  • Power handling: 400 Watts
  • Nominal impedance: 4 Ω
  • Type: bass réflex
  • Connectors platinium
  • 2 bass drivers – 380 mm braided carbon cone
  • 2 midrange drivers – 200 mm graphite paper cone
  • 1 tweeter – 25 mm magnésium dome
  • Dimensions: 510 x 610 x 1970 mm
  • Weight: 150 kg

Customization

  • Lacquer color: all RAL shades, upper/lowerparts dissociation possible
  • Center part material and color: please contact us

ÉA DETAILS

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DreamPlay One https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-one_en/ Wed, 04 Oct 2023 08:40:18 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4037

DREAMPLAY ONE

The ultimate CD player

DreamPlay One is Kalista’s first integrated player.

As pure as ever, it’s the synthesis of DreamPLay CD and DreamPlay DAC for an even simpler installation.

DreamPlay Twenty-Twenty by Kalista

FINISHING BY KALISTA

DreamPlay One by Kalista: the elegance of a high-end Hi-Fi device, with outstanding finishes reduced to their purest expression, delivering Kalista’s captivating sound.

With its built-in converter, DreamPlay One differs from its predecessor, DreamPlay CD, only by a slightly taller chassis.

The use of noble materials  and high-grade components remains at the heart of the DreamPlay collection’s Made in France craftsmanship.

2 FINISHES AVAILABLE

DreamPlay One Black Pearl by Kalista

Black Pearl Finish

DreamPlay One Diamond by Kalista

Diamond Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General specifications

  • Chassis: solid aluminium, plexiglass and steel
  • Mechanism: Philips CD Pro 12 with proprietary enhancements
  • Digital Outputs: AES/EBU – XLR connector
  • Analog Outputs: XLR – RCA
  • External power supply Elektra: 7 independent lines
  • Weight: 24 kg (drive) – 15 Kg (Elektra)
  • Dimensions: 450 x 135 x 460 mm (drive) – 450 x 105 x 435 mm (Elektra)

Available accessories

  • Tripod classic furniture
  • Silent base anti-vibrations
  • Customization available (on request)
DreamPlay One back by Kalista

DREAMPLAY ONE DETAILS

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DreamPlay Twenty-Twenty https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-twenty-twenty-en/ Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:15:02 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4035

DREAMPLAY TWENTY-TWENTY

The love of analog sound

After 20 years of digital history for Kalista, DreamPlay Twenty-Twenty celebrates the brand’s passion for analog sound.

DreamPlay Twenty-Twenty by Kalista

THE LUXURY OF A REAL TURNTABLE

Kalista wanted to offer to analog sound lovers a vinyl turntable with the brand’s signature.

Designed in our workshops in France and manufactured in Europe by the best specialists, DreamPlay Twenty-Twenty breathes new life into the analog sector.

2 FINISHES AVAILABLE

DreamPLay Twenty-Twenty by Kalista Black Pearl

Black Pearl finish

DreamPLay Twenty-Twenty by Kalista Diamond

Diamond finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General specifications

  • Chassis: solid aluminium, plexiglass and steel
  • Platter: copper alloy, magnetic suspension
  • Arm: adjustable with 3 counterweights
  • Feet: steel, height adjustable
  • Platter weight: 16 kg
  • Total weight: 40 kg
  • Dimensions: 520 x 175 x 505 mm

Available accessories

  • Tripod classique furniture
  • Customization available (on request)
DreamPlay Twenty-Twenty by Kalista back

DREAMPLAY TWENTY-TWENTY DETAILS

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DreamPlay CD https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-cd-en/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 08:15:45 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4032

DREAMPLAY CD

The heir to Kalista’s CD players

Designed for the most discerning audiophiles, DreamPlay CD combines exceptional architecture with a deeply sensory musical experience.


Place your disc, set the puck on the CD player, press play. Close your eyes — the music comes alive.

DreamPlay CD by Kalista

SOUND QUALITY IN ITS PUREST FORM

DreamPlay CD is the heir to Kalista’s earliest creations — iconic design, original electronic foundation, noble materials , and high-end components.

Generation after generation, it has continued to evolve, always refining the purity of sound reproduction. 

The Queen of CD players for eternity.

2 FINISHES AVAILABLE

DreamPlay CD by Kalista

Black Pearl Finish

DreamPlay CD by Kalista

Diamond Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

General specifications

  • Chassis: solid aluminium massif, plexiglass and steel
  • Mecanism: Philips CD Pro 12 with proprietary enhancements
  • Digital outputs:  16 bits / 44 kHz – S/PDIF – AES/EBU – Toslink
  • External power supply Elektra:7 independent lines
  • Weight: 24 kg (drive) – 15 Kg (Elektra)
  • Dimensions: 450 x 135 x 460 mm (drive) – 450 x 105 x 435 mm (Elektra)

Available accessories

  • Tripod classic furniture
  • Silent base anti-vibrations
  • Customization available (on request)
DreamPLay CD back by Kalista

DREAMPLAY ONE DETAILS

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Dreamplay STREAM https://kalista-audio.com/en/dreamplay-stream-en/ Sat, 30 Sep 2023 08:15:05 +0000 https://kalista-audio.com/?p=4028

DREAMPLAY STREAM

Streaming and design

Kalista offers the only streamer with such design on the market, combining perfect features and exceptional look.

DreamPlay Stream intented for the most demanding amateurs.

Kalista DreamPlay Stream silver

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL STREAMER

Enjoy seamless access to your digital music library and the finest streaming services, with a built-in converter for perfect playback.

DreamPlay Stream or connected High-End.

2 AVAILABLE FINISHES

DreamPlay Stream Black Pearl

Black Pearl Finish

DreamPlay Sream Diamond

Diamond Finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Caractéristiques générales

  • Streaming: DLNA-UPNP, Audirvana, JPlay, Qobuz Connect, Deezer, Spotify Premium
  • Inputs: Ethernet – USB
  • Digital outputs: AES / EBU
  • Analog Outputs: RCA et XLR
  • Built-in D/A converter: AKM 4497
  • Elektra power supply: 8 lignes indépendantes
  • Total Weight: 5 kg
  • Dimensions: 400 x 50 x 270 mm

Accessoires disponibles

  • Anti-vibration Silent base
  • Classic Tripod furniture
  • Can be custumized (on request)
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DREAMPLAY STREAM DETAILS

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