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[ October 5, 2026 ] Book Review: Small Luxuries: Vinyl by Ken Micallef Art&Culture
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[ October 1, 2026 ] HiFi Thoughts: On Being Not 100% HiFi Thoughts
[ September 30, 2026 ] Introducing VinnieRossi’s CANTA Integrated Amplifier HiFi News
[ September 30, 2026 ] Schiit’s New Freya 2 Is a Passive or All-Tube or Solid State or Hybrid Preamp Starting at $999 HiFi News
[ September 30, 2026 ] Esoteric’s New Limited Edition F-Series Integrated Amps Come Dressed in Black HiFi News
[ September 28, 2026 ] In Barn for Review: A Grimm Audio System—PA1 Mono Amplifiers, PW1 Phono Preamplifier, MU2 Music Player In Barn for Review
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[ September 25, 2026 ] Album of the Week: Στον Ελαιώνα / Ston Elaióna by John Also Bennett Album of the Week
[ September 24, 2026 ] Review: Esoteric Grandioso C1X solo Preamplifier & Grandioso S1X Power Amplifier Amplifier Reviews
[ September 22, 2026 ] MoFi Distribution Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Italy’s Diapason Loudspeakers HiFi News
[ September 20, 2026 ] In Barn for Review: Audio Note DAC 4.1x IZVOR Balanced In Barn for Review

Review: Perlisten Audio S7t Loudspeakers

November 30, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

How a loudspeaker releases sound energy into a room can make all of the difference in the world. The last thing I want is a hifi that constantly reminds me how impressive it is, how exceptional it is at this or that area of reproduction.

In Barn for Review: Audio Hungary Qualiton X200 Integrated Amplifier

November 29, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

The X200 Integrated Amplifier joined the Qualiton Classic Series of electronics late last year. It has just joined me in the Barn to play with the other Barn residents and guests.

Twittering Machines 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

November 26, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

If ever a year deserved a treat at its end, 2021 must be one. I hope you find something in this year’s Gift Guide that tickles your fancy.

Twittering Machines Favorite Gear of 2021

November 23, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

When we pick a best as hifi reviewers, we’re really picking a favorite. A seemingly subtle difference, but a world of difference in terms of attitude.

Review: Technics Stereo Integrated Amplifier SU-R1000

November 18, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Technics and I could have known each other in high school seeing as the company was born in 1965 (if only the Japanese brand was also from New Jersey). It has been the job of the people behind the products at Technics to make things […]

Why No Bad Reviews?

November 17, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

This is a question that pops up every so often, like a mole in the Whac-A-Mole game —why aren’t there more reviews of bad products?

In Barn for Review: Denafrips TERMINATOR II DAC

November 11, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

The Denafrips TERMINATOR II is a discrete resistor ladder DAC offering 26-bit PCM processing and 6-bit for DSD with 32-step FIR filters.

CAF 2021: Final Thoughts

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Hifi is a mostly solitary sport. We sit, we listen. Sharing these experiences in story can be about as interesting as listening to someone describe their 3-hour dream involving lost socks and huge snakes.

CAF 2021: Eikon Audio

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

CAF 2021 saw the premier of the Eikon Audio IMAGE.5 System.

CAF 2021: Fern & Roby | Modwright Instruments

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Material science. Evey time I look at the products from Fern & Roby, I’m reminded of the beauty inherent in material especially when they’re blended like a fine cocktail into an intoxicating visual and tactile treat.

CAF 2021: Genesis Advanced Technologies & Merrill Audio

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

You know the whole ‘source first’ point of view? While I’m not all that interested in debating deeply held beliefs, let me gently suggest that music is the most important source of all.

CAF 2021: Linear Tube Audio | Spatial Audio Lab

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Linear Tube Audio and Spatial Audio Lab, with help from Kitsune Hifi and Anticables, were making some sweet sounds at CAF 2021.

CAF 2021: Day 2 & 3 In Pictures

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

TAD Compact Reference One Speakers

CAF 2021: Overture | McIntosh & B&W

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

Overture continued the B&W theme in their second room at CAF 2021, this time pairing the B&W 801D4 Speakers ($35,000/pair) with amplification from McIntosh Labs.

CAF 2021: Overture | Rogue Audio & B&W

November 10, 2021 Michael Lavorgna

In Room 550, Delware-based dealer Overture Ultimate Home Electronics showcased B&W’s new 800 Diamond Series Speakers with amplification from Rogue Audio.

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