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Year: 2021

Album of the Week

Album of the Week: Michael Hurley | The Time of the Foxgloves

December 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna
There’s a lot to like, and more to love, about a new record from Michael Hurley.
HiFi Thoughts

Listening Anew

December 9, 2021 Michael Lavorgna
Road Tours, like my recent trip to Goodwins High End, can be intense.
Road Tours

Road Tour: Rockport Technologies Speakers at Goodwins High End

December 7, 2021 Michael Lavorgna
I have a Big HiFi Secret, two actually, and I’m ready to spill the beans.
#NewMusicFriday

#NewMusicFriday: December 3, 2021

December 3, 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

Album of the Week: Akira Rabelais | À la recherche du temps perdu

December 3, 2021 Michael Lavorgna
Memory is life’s best editor.
In Barn for Review

In Barn for Review: Fern & Roby Raven III

December 2, 2021 Michael Lavorgna
Feeling single? The recently released Fern & Roby Raven III use a single driver, one in each speaker, housed in a solid walnut cabinet with a black Richlite front baffle to produce music.
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YG Acoustics Gets Active With Vantage Live System

December 2, 2021 Michael Lavorgna
The new Vantage Live from YG Acoustics places amplification and D/A conversion inside the speakers for an all-in-one active system.
HiFi Reviews

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

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.
Art&Culture

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

#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

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.
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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.
Album of the Week

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.
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#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.

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In Barn for Review: A Grimm Audio System—PA1 Mono In Barn for Review: A Grimm Audio System—PA1 Mono Amplifiers, PW1 Phono Preamplifier, MU2 Music Player
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Julia Jacklin is back! Now on 4AD with The Gem + 1 Julia Jacklin is back! Now on 4AD with The Gem + 15 more new beauties from Stephen Mejias for #NewMusicFriday: September 25, 2026
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Album of the Week: Στον Ελαιώνα / Ston Elaióna by Album of the Week: Στον Ελαιώνα / Ston Elaióna by John Also Bennett
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Review: Esoteric Grandioso C1X solo Preamplifier & Review: Esoteric Grandioso C1X solo Preamplifier & Grandioso S1X Power Amplifier
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MoFi Distribution Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor MoFi Distribution Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Italy’s Diapason Loudspeakers
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Bonnie "Prince" Billy leads the way with Ghosts of Bonnie "Prince" Billy leads the way with Ghosts of American Psychonauts along with Stephen Mejias for #NewMusicFriday: September 18, 2026
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