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Does Streaming Music Harm The Planet More Than Physical Media?

February 19, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

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: Highlights

February 18, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

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: Herb Reichert

February 17, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

Herb Reichert artist and reviewer.

#NewMusicFriday: February 15, 2019

February 15, 2019 Stephen Mejias

Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream.com columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.

Album of the Week: Sneaks

February 15, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

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.

News: McIntosh RS200 Wireless Loudspeaker System

February 14, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

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

February 14, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

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 […]

News: Qobuz & USA, It’s A Date!

February 14, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

French hi-res streaming service and download store Qobuz (pronounced “co buzz”) officially launched its US service today. For music lovers, the date could not be more appropriate.

In the Desert: Toolshed Amps Darling Head Amp

February 14, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

Toolshed Amps Darling Head Amp ($2,595 shipped with tubes).

Classic Albums: Triadic Memories by Morton Feldman

February 13, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

Back when I lived in NYC, I did not own a TV and the Internet, as we know it, didn’t exist. What ever did I do with all that time?

Is It Live Or Is It Memorex? Sharon Van Etten at the Beacon

February 11, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

One of the more popular half-baked notions in hifi is the idea that a recording can rival a live performance. The unbaked portion being there’s nothing to look at when we listen to a recording. There’s no person there.

#NewMusicFriday: February 8, 2019

February 8, 2019 Stephen Mejias

Each Friday, Stephen Mejias, AudioQuest’s Director of Communications and former Stereophile and Audiostream.com columnist, will browse through the many exciting albums released that day and select 15 worth a closer listen.

Album of the Week: Maurizio Pollini

February 8, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

It was 1991. I was living in NYC and listening almost exclusively to contemporary classical music. Pierre Boulez and the Ensemble Intercontemporain were performing at Carnegie Hall with Maurizio Pollini, a favorite pianist who performed many a challenging new work. The conductor’s own music was […]

In Barn: The Active Speaker Stable

February 7, 2019 Michael Lavorgna

For those of you who’ve been paying attention to the “In Barn” posts, you already know that I’ve accumulated a lovely bunch of active speakers for review. They are handsome devils, aren’t they.