Has anyone heard of a brand called Chario?

[vpacalypse]

I can see they have a 50% off any speaker range promotion for the NHS.

I am trying to access whether this is worthwhile. How they stack up against the competition/ how much of a bargain this actually is.

Any insight would be great. Thanks.

Shop | Chario Loudspeakers | Chario

www.chario.uk

 

[Al ears]

Do a quick Google search and I am sure you'll find some reviews, here is on in Stereophile:-

Chario Academy Sovran loudspeaker

Italian manufacturer Chario Loudspeakers has never had a strong presence in the US. No wonder, then, when confronted by these exquisitely finished beauties of solid hardwood, many American audiophiles think, "Sonus Faber rip-off." Without knowing the musical history of the 1960s, had you heard...

www.stereophile.com

Yes, I have heard of them.
Where does it mention 50% off?

 

[vpacalypse]

NHS England » Staff offers

www.england.nhs.uk

Personally looking into

Chario Cygnus | Chario Loudspeakers | Chario

3-way floorstanding design. Comprises a T38 tweeter, a 130mm mid-driver at the front and a 130mm bass at the bottom. This increases articulation, detail and reduces fatigue. The emission angle of the tweeter is 60°, the mid 170 Hz and the bass is omnidirectional (360°). The bass is some distance...

www.chario.uk

 

[Al ears]

I would suggest you remove that link to NHS offers as there is no mention on the Charios site to any discount whatever. Probably a scam

 

[vpacalypse]

To clarify I already have the codes.

Additionally, snip from the NHS link


& below a snip from the Chario site themselves

 

[Al ears]

In that case I think it's a good deal. Please let us know how you get on

 

[vpacalypse]

Thinking of going for the below:

Chario Pegasus | Chario Loudspeakers | Chario

Like its mythical namesake, the Pegasus is muscular when necessary and gentle when required. Its effortless and confident. The emission angle of the tweeter is 60°, the mid 170 Hz and the bass is omnidirectional (360°). The bass is some distance from the tweeter which preserves fine high...

www.chario.uk

Possibly recommend an amplifier - Thanks.