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The Lyric Theatre Singers present Candlelight Christmas 2025
Bob Bachelor leads the Lyric Theatre Singers’ Candlelight Christmas 2025, blending gospel, choral classics, and a South African carol in a concert series that promises joy, reflection, and rich seasonal harmony.
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Tchaikovsky & Saint-Saëns | The Magic of Two Pianos
For something a little different this merry season, Tchaikovsky & Saint-Saëns | The Magic of Two Pianos offers a festive and fresh take on holiday concerts.
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VBMP Presents: Cellist Vincent Bélanger’s New Album “Songe”
Cellist Vincent Bélanger launches his new audiophile label, VBMP, with “Solange”, the label’s first ever release, available on CD, hi-res, and LP formats.
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Prelaunch Review: Rega Mercury Preamplifier and Solis Amplifier
Robert Schryer spends a week with Rega’s new Mercury preamp and Solis amplifier stack before they’re shipped off for their North American launch in Victoria, British Columbia—and misses them dearly once they’re gone.
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Eversolo DAC-Z10 Unveiled — Precision Engineering for Authentic Sound
Eversolo introduces the DAC-Z10, a high-end DAC and headphone amplifier featuring dual AKM decoding chips, Fully Isolated Architecture, R2R volume control, and FPGA-based clock reconstruction for precise, low-distortion high-resolution audio. Available in December.
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EC Zero AKM Brings Both High-End Performance and Affordability to Portable CD Player Market
Shanling’s new ECZero AKM portable CD player lands in the U.S. via Forte Distribution, blending AKM DAC tech, dual amps, and Bluetooth 5.3 in a sleek, $349 design aimed at serious CD-loving audiophiles.
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Over the MOON – Simaudio’s 371 Network Player/Amplifier is Launched! – UPDATED
MOON by Simaudio’s 371 network player/amplifier—the debut of the new Compass Collection—has landed, packing serious tech and features into one sleek box.
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Eversolo Officially Launches the T8 Professional-Grade Streaming Transport
Eversolo has unveiled its long-awaited T8 streamer, a $1380 transport boasting femtosecond clocking, isolated outputs, evotune room correction, and dual SSD slots—aimed at delivering pure, uncompromised digital audio.
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SoulFi Audio & Forté Distribution Introduce Fosi Audio i5 Planar Magnetic Headphones to the U.S. Market
Fosi Audio’s i5 headphones land in the U.S. after a runaway Kickstarter success, also offered in a $1,499 USD bundle with the Luxsin X9 DAC/amp for a complete high-end desktop system.
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My Evening With ArtistCloner, the New Mini Ether, and Dave
Amid riverside charm and cold cuts, Robert Schryer tests ArtistCloner’s $11K Mini Ether, revealing near-Ether-level imaging, timbral precision, and emotional pull—plus an unexpected cameo from YouTuber “Dave Listens to HiFi.”
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Hybrid Tube/Solid State Shanling EC Zero T Portable CD Player Emphasizes Outstanding Sonics and User-Friendly Industrial Design
Shanling’s EC Zero T lands in the U.S. with a proprietary R2R DAC, dual tube output, and CD ripping—blending hi-fi nostalgia with cutting-edge portable design.
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Introducing the Shanling EC Zero T – a Portable CD Player with R2R DAC & Tube Output
EC Zero T represents a culmination of the latest trends in the portable Hi-Fi market, combining some of Shanling’s highlight features from the past two years. In 2023 we released EC Mini, a battery-powered transportable CD player that started a resurgence of the whole category. EC Zero T follows in its steps, but fits the…
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Shazamfest Celebrates its 20th Edition!
20 years of circus, burlesque, art, music, wrestling, and freakshow mayhem!
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Harman Acquires Masimo’s Consumer Audio Business
Harman International, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Masimo’s consumer audio division, Sound United, for $350 million in cash. This acquisition includes renowned audio brands such as Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, Polk Audio, Classé, HEOS, and others. The deal is expected to close by the end of…
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La Maison d’Haïti Celebrates Afro-Descendant Arts & Culture at its 7th Edition of the Festival Afro Urbain
A Rich and Diverse Cultural Event Dedicated to Afro-Descendant Expression.
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Stéréogroup Named Exclusive Canadian Distributor of Rega
Stéréogroup becomes Rega’s new Canadian distributor, merging a 50-year hi-fi legacy with fresh energy and a coast-to-coast support network.
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My Dinner Date with the Focal Diva Utopia
Robert Schryer shares juicy details about his evening with Focal’s new Diva Utopia speaker.
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Rotel DX-5 Redefines Personal Audio with Audiophile-Grade Sound
Rotel’s new DX-5 delivers 33W of Class AB muscle with HDMI ARC, Sabre DAC, and Roon-tested finesse—compact, versatile, and tuned for sonic purity.
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Victrola Acquires KLH Audio
Victrola acquires KLH Audio, merging two historic American brands to deliver high-fidelity innovation with a shared legacy of sonic excellence and modern design.
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Shanling ET3 CD Digital Transport Available for Shipping to North American Consumers
Shanling’s ET3 CD transport returns to stock at Forté Distribution—this compact powerhouse blends CD playback with high-res streaming and top-tier connectivity.
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KEF Announces Partnership with Doug Aitken’s Latest Exhibit
KEF has announced its participation in Psychic Debris Field, the latest multi-sensory, multi-media installation by acclaimed Los Angeles artist Doug Aitken.
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Grado’s All New Signature S950 Headphones: Premium Sound in a Hand Crafted Brazilian Walnut Shell
Grado’s new Signature S950 blends Brazilian Walnut warmth with a 52mm S driver for a relaxed, natural sound—detachable cables and luxe build round out the $2,195 flagship.
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Shanling CR60 Brings Effortless CD Playback and Ripping to Any System
Shanling’s CR60 hits the U.S. via Forté—this $299 CD transport and ripper packs high-end parts, easy ripping, and sleek design into a compact, audiophile-friendly form.
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Celebrate the Chinese New Year with Liu Fang & “梁祝” (The Butterfly Lovers)
Experience an unforgettable evening as world-renowned pipa virtuoso Liu Fang joins the Orchestre FILMharmonique in a vibrant blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions. The highlight of the night features the timeless Chinese classic “梁祝” (The Butterfly Lovers)—an iconic concerto cherished by fans across the globe. Performed alongside Stravinsky’s luminous Firebird Suite and the world…
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Le Quatuor Cobalt dévoile son premier album, Reflets du temps : Un hommage vibrant aux compositrices au cours des siècles
Montréal, 13 janvier 2025 – Le Quatuor Cobalt, ensemble à cordes montréalais, annonce la sortie de son premier album, Reflets du temps, disponible le 17 janvier 2025, sous le label indépendant canadien GFN Classics. Ce projet unique présente une collection d’œuvres célébrant la diversité du répertoire pour quatuor à cordes avec trois compositrices exceptionnelles méconnues…
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GoldenEar to join PML Sound International
Effective January 1, 2025, GoldenEar will join PML Sound International (Paradigm, Anthem, and MartinLogan) and operate under its new identity as GoldenEar Studio Inc. To ensure a smooth transition, GoldenEar will temporarily pause business operations from January 1, 2025, to January 31, 2025. During this period, GoldenEar orders will not be processed or fulfilled. PML’s business operations…
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L’Ensemble Caprice présente le Messie de Haendel : Une tradition des fêtes qui émerveille le monde
Montréal, le 18 novembre 2024 — L’Ensemble Caprice poursuit sa tradition annuelle des fêtes en présentant Le Messie de Haendel, une œuvre intemporelle qui fait vibrer les cœurs à travers le monde depuis près de trois siècles. Ce concert, devenu un rendez-vous incontournable de la saison, aura lieu le dimanche 22 décembre à la Maison…
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In Memory of Victor Sima: The Man Who Put Quebec’s Hi-Fi Scene on the Map
Victor Sima, born in Montreal, Quebec, was a pioneering figure in the high-fidelity audio industry. In 1980, he founded Sima Electronics, later rebranded as Simaudio, with a mission to deliver high-performance music reproduction without unnecessary embellishments. Initially focusing on professional audio equipment, Sima’s designs quickly garnered acclaim among audiophiles for their exceptional sound quality and…
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Eversolo Unveils Flagship DMP-A10
Shenzhen, China – October 28th, 2024 Eversolo Unveils Flagship DMP-A10 DAC/Streamer/Preamp with $3,680 USD/$5,299 CAD MSRP for December 2024 Delivery. Eversolo, a leader in high-end network players, has unveiled its flagship DMP-A10 DAC/Streamer/Preamp, set to revolutionize the luxury audio experience. This is the third major release of new product after its successful launches of DMP-A6…
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Grado Unveils Signature HP100 SE: A Modern Tribute to the Iconic HP1
October 29, 2024, Grado Labs, world-renowned designer and manufacturer of award-winning headphones, announces the release of its newest and flagship model, the Signature HP100 SE. Grado Labs founder Joseph Grado created what many consider to be the high-end headphone market withthe release of the Signature HP1 headphone in the early 1990s. In recognition of Joseph…
