September 2023 - Twittering Machines

In Barn for Review: Soulution 330 Integrated Amplifier

September 30, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Inside the smart looking Soulution 330 lives a dedicated preamplifier, a dedicated power amplifier, and the review sample came fully loaded with the optional DAC and MC Phono Stage. Just add Rockports.

#NewMusicFriday: September 29, 2023

September 29, 2023 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: yeule | softscars

September 29, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Listening through softscars for the umpteenth time since its release last week on Ninja Tune, the thought occurred to me that this is the kind of record Jimi Hendrix might love.

Review: Java Hi-Fi Single Shot Integrated Amplifier

September 28, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

A friend, whose ears and judgement I trust, pointed me to Java HiFi and their GaN FET-based amplifiers. I’d heard the buzz about GaN FETs, more than a murmur, as being able to offer Class D amplification without the sizzle.

Certainly Uncertain: John Devore of DeVore Fidelity Rants on Measurements in HiFi

September 26, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Here’s the full title of DeVore’s video: John rants on measurements in HiFi, what they mean, limits, and how easy they are to weaponize.

The Barn’s New Headspace: Welcome the Meze Audio 109 Pro Headphones

September 25, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

What’s better, for reviewing, than one?

In Barn for Review: Audio Research I/50 Integrated Amplifier

September 23, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

The Audio Research I/50 Integrated Amplifier is available in 6 colors with optional DAC and Phono modules, which is how the review sample is outfitted and dressed in Gold, offering 50Watts of output power from 2 pair of JJ 6550WE vacuum tubes.

#NewMusicFriday: September 22, 2023

September 22, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

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: Laurel Halo | Atlas

September 22, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Let’s think about the films The Wolverine and Tarkovsky’s Stalker. Both are movies, yet the experience of watching could not be more different.

Review: YG Acoustics Summit Loudspeakers

September 21, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

There seems to be as many ways to approach speaker design as there are speaker designers, but some go to greater lengths to achieve their particular goals. YG Acoustics is one such intrepid explorer.

Luxman Unveils Their New Flagship Integrated Amplifier: Meet the L-509Z

September 21, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

My lust for Luxman gear along with my love of a nice integrated amp are two things I’m not shy about admitting. And then there’s those meters…

Audiolab’s 9000N Wireless Audio Streaming Player Hits the US Market

September 20, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Audiolab’s new 9000N Streaming Player has a DAC inside, built on the ESS9038Pro DAC chipset, making it a one stop shop for your streaming and serving needs. Digital in, analog out.

Lenbrook Acquires MQA

September 19, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

It’s all about timing.

#NewMusicFriday: September 15, 2023

September 15, 2023 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.