November 2021 - Twittering Machines

Review: Perlisten Audio S7t Loudspeakers

November 30, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

How a loudspeaker releases sound energy into a room can make all of the difference in the world. The last thing I want is a hifi that constantly reminds me how impressive it is, how exceptional it is at this or that area of reproduction.

In Barn for Review: Audio Hungary Qualiton X200 Integrated Amplifier

November 29, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

The X200 Integrated Amplifier joined the Qualiton Classic Series of electronics late last year. It has just joined me in the Barn to play with the other Barn residents and guests.

Twittering Machines 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

November 26, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

If ever a year deserved a treat at its end, 2021 must be one. I hope you find something in this year’s Gift Guide that tickles your fancy.

#NewMusicFriday: November 26, 2021

November 26, 2021 Stephen Mejias

Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.

Album of the Week: Hedvig Mollestad Trio | Ding Dong. You’re Dead

November 26, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Norwegian guitarist, vocalist and composer Hedvig Mollestad has been tearing up 2021 with not one, not two, but three new records. My current mood picked the most straight ahead ripper, a product of Mollestad’s long-standing Trio.

Twittering Machines Favorite Gear of 2021

November 23, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

When we pick a best as hifi reviewers, we’re really picking a favorite. A seemingly subtle difference, but a world of difference in terms of attitude.

Twittering Machines 21 Favorite Albums of 2021

November 22, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

2021 was a banner year for testing our ability to look ahead while finding pleasure amidst a storm. It should come as no surprise that artists reflect this push and pull in the music they share with us.

#NewMusicFriday: November 19, 2021

November 19, 2021 Stephen Mejias

Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.

Album of the Week: KMRU | Logue

November 19, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Joseph Kamaru, aka KMRU, collects sounds from his native Nairobi and environs, weaving them into sonic-scapes of pure delight.

Review: Technics Stereo Integrated Amplifier SU-R1000

November 18, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Technics and I could have known each other in high school seeing as the company was born in 1965 (if only the Japanese brand was also from New Jersey). It has been the job of the people behind the products at Technics to make things […]

Why No Bad Reviews?

November 17, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

This is a question that pops up every so often, like a mole in the Whac-A-Mole game —why aren’t there more reviews of bad products?

#NewMusicFriday: November 12, 2021

November 12, 2021 Stephen Mejias

Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.

Album of the Week: Lump | Animal

November 12, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Lump is Laura Marling and Mike Lindsay (Tunnig) and Animal is their second full-length, released on Partisan Records in June of this year.

In Barn for Review: Denafrips TERMINATOR II DAC

November 11, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

The Denafrips TERMINATOR II is a discrete resistor ladder DAC offering 26-bit PCM processing and 6-bit for DSD with 32-step FIR filters.

CAF 2021: Final Thoughts

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Hifi is a mostly solitary sport. We sit, we listen. Sharing these experiences in story can be about as interesting as listening to someone describe their 3-hour dream involving lost socks and huge snakes.