As 2024 draws to a close, we’re excited to reflect on another incredible year for Nordost. It’s been a year of growth, innovation, and recognition, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the continued support of our community. Over the past 12 months, we’ve been honored to receive accolades from some of the most respected publications in the hi-fi industry, with awards across categories like Best Products, Editors’ Choice, Applause and more!
At Nordost, our mission has always been to help audiophiles unlock the full potential of their systems, bringing music to life in a way that’s true to the artist’s original intent. We’re deeply proud of the cables, power products, and audio enhancers we’ve created, and it’s incredibly rewarding to see our efforts acknowledged by reviewers, industry experts, and leading publications. As we celebrate this success, we invite you to join us in looking back on a remarkable year!
Nordost Odin 2 – hi-fi+ Editor’s Choice Award Winner
“A system using Nordost Odin 2 reproduces music with speed, honesty, and integrity, capturing the recording’s emotion and ‘feel’. Almost 10 years after its launch, Nordost’s Odin 2 remains one of the best cable systems available, setting the highest possible standards for accuracy and detail retrieval.
” – hi-fi+
Nordost QNET Network Switch – StereoNET Applause Award Winner
“Soundstage size, depth and definition are areas where the QNET never failed to impress, yielding greater focus as the layers of haze were removed.” – StereoNET
Nordost Leif Red Dawn 3 and Blue Heaven Cables – Audiograde Editor’s Pick Award Winner
“[Red Dawn Lief 3 cables are a] long term investment for those demanding the best for their hifi to ensure they’re hearing it as it should sound. Try if you dare, as you may not want to go back after hearing the Leif range in full flight.” – Audiograde
Nordost QBASE Reference – Audio LAB Recommended High-End Audio Accessories of the Year 2023-2024
“We commend Nordost for their unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of sonic excellence. We eagerly anticipate their future creations and extend our gratitude for enriching the lives of music enthusiasts like us.” – Audio LAB
But it doesn’t stop there…
Nordost AWARDS for 2025!
Nordost QBASE Mark III / Purple Flare / Heimdall 2 USB – The Absolute Sound Editors’ Choice Award Winners
“The sonic results make themselves known immediately and consistently.” – The Absolute Sound
Nordost QBASE Reference (QB10) – hi-fi+ Awards 2025 Winner
“Nordost has always been about correctly establishing a system’s foundations, and the QBASE Reference is a cornerstone in that regard. This is your next upgrade for those already in audio’s First-Class lounge…Nordost’s QBASE Reference is that important to the sound of your system.” – hi-fi+
Nordost QBASE8 Mark III AC Distribution Unit – The Absolute Sound Product of the Year Award Winner
“[The QBASE Mark III] is restorative, bringing to light low-level details and mirco-dynamic shifts that have been obscured. The sonic results make themselves known immediately and consistently.” – The Absolute Sound