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Michael Fremer’s Tracking Angle: The Return

June 17, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

Anyone in the hifi hobby, especially those who have the good sense to enjoy spinning records, know Michael Fremer. More or less.

Zu Audio’s Union Series Speakers: Simplifying Choice

June 16, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

Zu Audio’s new Union Series Speakers is comprised of three models that replace six models. The result? Simplifying choice.

In Barn for Review: LUMIN U2 Mini Digital Transport/Streamer

June 16, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

I’ve long admired the products from Lumin for their aesthetic appeal that speaks to my eyes and ears.

Review: Klipsch Cornwall IV

June 14, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

“If you’re not having fun, you’re doing something wrong.” ― Groucho Marx

In Barn for Review: LTA Z40+ Integrated Amplifier

June 13, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

With the Z40+ Integrated Amplifier, Linear Tube Audio (LTA) promises—”beautiful tube tone with the clarity of solid state”—from 51 Watts (into 4 Ohms) of push-pull, class A/B output transformer-less ZOTL power per channel.

#NewMusicFriday: June 10, 2022

June 10, 2022 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: Z.O.A / BORIS | Refrain

June 10, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

If you want a perfect slice of searching searing guitar laden sound, look no further than Z.O.A and BORIS’ collaborative effort Refrain. And I do mean perfect.

KEF’s New & Improved LSX II Wireless HiFi Speakers

June 9, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

Even wireless speakers need some wires, and in the case of KEF’s new (and improved) LSX II Wireless HiFi Speakers, you can get away with just a pair of power cords.

Twittering Machines Patreon Video: A Sampling

June 8, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

I started releasing monthly videos for Patrons back in November in a few varieties: Unboxing, Barn Things, and Further Thoughts. The first two types cover everything from LPs to books to (art) objects, while the last offers further thoughts on hifi.

HiFi Bargains: LSA VT-70 Integrated Tube Amplifier

June 6, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

The LSA VT-70 Integrated Tube Amplifier is a genuine HiFi Bargain.

#NewMusicFriday: June 3, 2022

June 3, 2022 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: caroline | caroline

June 3, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

Eight members strong and five years in the making, caroline’s self-titled debut on Rough Trade brings to mind that famous Emily Dickinson line—I died for Beauty – but was scarce.

Review: LSA VT-70 Integrated Tube Amplifier

June 2, 2022 Michael Lavorgna

How? That was the word and question that nagged at me all the while the LSA VT-70 amp was lighting up the Barn. How can you get so much for so little?