Amplifier Reviews
Review: Bryston B135 Cubed Integrated Amplifier
There are times when the review writing process gets short-circuited by enjoyment. Where I very nearly just want to say — this thing is great, get one.
Articles by Michael Lavorgna
Album of the Week
Twittering Machines 20 Favorite Albums of 2020
What a year.
Album of the Week
Album of the Week: Tomberlin | Projections
Watch out for the quiet ones.
HiFi News
Clarus’ New CODA USB-DAC/Headphone Amplifier
The world of tiny DACs is growing.
Music News
The Grammys Get It Right (and Wrong)
I don’t care about the Recording Academy and the Grammys unless I agree with their picks. This year, I find a lot to agree with.
HiFi News
Black Friday HiFi Deals You Can Get Today!
Tis the season to be jolly and what better way to jollify your Holidays than with some new discounted hifi!
HiFi News
BAT’s New VK-80i Integrated Amplifier
My father’s last hifi featured a Balanced Audio Technology CD player so I have soft spot for all things BAT.
In Barn for Review
In Barn for Review: Weiss DAC501
The Weiss DAC501 comes from the genus Streaming DAC, one of my favorite classes.
HiFi Bargains
HiFi Bargains: Save $22,500!
You’ve got to spend money to save money.
Art&Culture
Twittering Machines 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
We have much to be thankful for.
#NewMusicFriday
#NewMusicFriday: November 20, 2020
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: Ana Roxanne | Because of a Flower
Because of a Flower is the stunning sophomore release from sonic sorceress Ana Roxanne.
HiFi News
Helm Audio’s New $99 Bolt Dongle DAC/Amp Does MQA
Sometimes seemingly simple things can be rather complicated.
HiFi Reviews
Twittering Machines 2020 Product of the Year
Sometimes what you’re looking for is right in front of you.
HiFi News
The High End Munich 2021 Moves From May To September
I appreciate caution mixed with optimism.