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Album of the Week: Carmen Villain | Music from The Living Monument

July 21, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

We’ve talked about US-born, Norwegian-Mexican artist and producer Carmen Villain before, specifically about Only Love From Now On her 2022 album that I found “Hypnotic, organic, and wonderfully strange.” Villain is back with another slice of wonder.

Review: Weiss DAC204 Digital to Analog Converter

July 20, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

The little DAC that could.

Meet Matrix Audio’s New Full Featured mini-i 4 and mini-i Pro 4 Streaming DACs

July 19, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

China-based Matrix Audio popped up on my radar thanks to a recommendation from someone in the know just in time for the recent release of their new mini-i 4 and mini-i Pro 4 Streaming DACs.

What Do You Really Think?

July 17, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

I get asked this question on occasion by people who’ve read a review of mine but believe I’ve left out what I really think. Are they right?

#NewMusicFriday: July 14, 2023

July 14, 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: ANOHNI and the Johnsons | My Back Was A Bridge For You To Cross

July 14, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

These days it’s hard not to be concerned. For some people, for people like me, that means it’s hard not to grow tired. Weary, even.

Review: Vivid Audio Kaya K45 Loudspeakers

July 13, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Engineering first. When some people look at a speaker from Vivid Audio, they don’t see engineering first, they see design. Which makes sense seeing as Vivid speakers don’t look like other speakers.

The Brand New Schiit Urd: CD Transport Meets USB Hub with a Twist (for less than you might expect)

July 12, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Leave it to Schiit Audio to stir the pot with their new Urd CD Transport / USB Hub that costs less than you might expect. It is Schiit, after all.

SME M2 Series Tonearms Now Available in the US and Canada

July 12, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

SME was established in 1946 as the Scale Model Equipment Company but in 1959 the company turned their attention to tonearms and changed their name SME Limited. And the rest is hifi history.

How Much Is Too Much to Spend on Speakers?

July 11, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

I recently asked this very question on our Instagram page and received over 70 replies. As the range of responses show, the answer is a highly personal matter.

In Barn for Review: Zu Audio Definition 6 Loudspeakers

July 10, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

After listening to and enjoying the speakers from Odgen, UT-based Zu Audio at hifi shows for the past 18 or so years, I finally have a pair in Barn for review. It’s been a long time coming.

Further Thoughts on Dolby Atmos: By the numbers

July 8, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

I’ve received some interesting feedback from My Thoughts on Music Delivery Formats and The Biggest Advance in HiFi as well as from Darko’s latest Podcast. Interesting because some people completely missed my point.

#NewMusicFriday: July 7, 2023

July 7, 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: Modern Cosmology | What Will You Grow Now?

July 7, 2023 Michael Lavorgna

Modern Cosmology is Laetitia Sadier, the voice of Stereolab, + Mombojó, a Brazilian band from Recife, Pernambuco. Together they mix up a perfect cocktail for the sweltering summer heat.