Art&Culture
Frida Kahlo: POSE at the Rose
I’ve made it a habit of doing two things before I travel — check for local concerts and check for local art exhibits.
#NewMusicFriday
#NewMusicFriday: December 10, 2021
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: Michael Hurley | The Time of the Foxgloves
There’s a lot to like, and more to love, about a new record from Michael Hurley.
HiFi Thoughts
Listening Anew
Road Tours, like my recent trip to Goodwins High End, can be intense.
Road Tours
Road Tour: Rockport Technologies Speakers at Goodwins High End
I have a Big HiFi Secret, two actually, and I’m ready to spill the beans.
#NewMusicFriday
#NewMusicFriday: December 3, 2021
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: Akira Rabelais | À la recherche du temps perdu
Memory is life’s best editor.
In Barn for Review
In Barn for Review: Fern & Roby Raven III
Feeling single? The recently released Fern & Roby Raven III use a single driver, one in each speaker, housed in a solid walnut cabinet with a black Richlite front baffle to produce music.
HiFi News
YG Acoustics Gets Active With Vantage Live System
The new Vantage Live from YG Acoustics places amplification and D/A conversion inside the speakers for an all-in-one active system.
HiFi Reviews
Review: Perlisten Audio S7t Loudspeakers
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
In Barn for Review: Audio Hungary Qualiton X200 Integrated Amplifier
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.
Art&Culture
Twittering Machines 2021 Holiday Gift Guide
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.
#NewMusicFriday
#NewMusicFriday: November 26, 2021
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: Hedvig Mollestad Trio | Ding Dong. You’re Dead
Norwegian guitarist, vocalist and composer Hedvig Mollestad has been tearing up 2021 with not one, not two, but three new records. My current mood picked the most straight ahead ripper, a product of Mollestad’s long-standing Trio.
TM Favorite Gear of 2021
Twittering Machines Favorite Gear of 2021
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.