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In Barn: totaldac d1-streamer
totaldac d1-streamer (5990euros incl VAT in Europe, 5500euros excl VAT out of EU).
Articles by Michael Lavorgna
HiFi News
News: John Atkinson To Step Down (not out) As Stereophile’s Editor
The world of hfi that we all inhabit has been shaped by many people and I am thankful that one of the more important movers and shapers has been John Atkinson. JA has been at the helm of Stereophile Magazine going on 33 years and […]
Album of the Week
Album of the Week: My Disco
Sometimes songs irritate me—melody, hooks, lyrics, and heaven forbid, a guitar solo. Sometimes I want, need?, noise. The more industrial, the better. Enter My Disco’s new album Environment in the nick of time.
Portraits in HiFi
Portraits in HiFi: Jürgen Reis
Jürgen Reis, MBL.
Classic Albums
Classic Albums: Faust Cantata by Alfred Schnittke
In 1587, Johann Spies published a chapbook based on a mythologized and fantastical version of a real man’s life who lived in the early 16th century titled Doctor Faustus. It spread like wildfire throughout Europe. Thomas Mann wrote his novel of the same name, published […]
HiFi Reviews
Everything Matters: AudioQuest Power Products
The other day, AudioQuest’s Shane Buettner and Stephen Mejias came to the Barn to hang out and listen to music. To my surprise, Stephen was carrying the PowerQuest 3, the company’s new “Non-Sacrificial Surge Protector / Ultra-Linear Filter” power strip ($299).
HiFi Reviews
Review Preview: Manger S1 Active Loudspeakers
Stunning. I’ve written a lot of words about hifi this past decade+, give or take, but I don’t recall using the word “stunning” very often when it comes to hardware. I’m glad I saved it.
Album of the Week
Album of the Week: Nivhek
Nivhek is Liz Harris who is also Grouper. If your taste in music are anything like mine, that’s all you need to know to know you want her new album After its own death / Walking in a spiral towards the house.
Art&Culture
Artists’ Books: In Bloom by Jean-Vincent Simonet
Are you a fan of contemporary photography? Cutting edge image-making at its finest? How about beautiful challenging images collected in a beautiful challenging book? If you answered “Yes” to any of the above, read on.
HiFi News
Does Streaming Music Harm The Planet More Than Physical Media?
Sharon George, a lecturer in environmental science, and Deirdre McKay, a reader in geography and environmental politics, think so and they explain how and why in their article “How streaming music could be harming the planet” published by the BBC. Let’s get to the heart […]
CANJAM NYC 2019
CANJAM NYC 2019: Highlights
Truth be told, I did not spend as much time at CANJAM as I’d planned, best laid plans etc. I did spend enough time to soak in the hustle and bustle and good cheer that has become a hallmark of headphone enthusiasts. The crowd was […]
Portraits in HiFi
Portraits in HiFi: Herb Reichert
Herb Reichert artist and reviewer.
Album of the Week
Album of the Week: Sneaks
Eva Moolchan sings and plays nearly everything on her new record Highway Hypnosis. While the music wanders through a number of styles, I find the ride completely enjoyable.
HiFi News
News: McIntosh RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker System
McIntosh is on a roll lately when it comes to People-Fi. Just a few weeks ago, we saw the launch of the McIntosh MTI100 Integrated Turntable and today we’re treated with the all-in-one RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker System.
CANJAM NYC 2019
CANJAM NYC 2019
What better way to spend a frosty weekend than wrapping your head in some nice warm cans? CANJAM NYC 2019 runs this Saturday and Sunday, February 16 & 17, and I’ll be there to soak up the good vibes that I’ve come to associate with […]