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Cocktailing it at Audiophile Experts
Philippe Renaud, owner of Audiophile Experts, a cozy, well-stocked store situated in the Greater Montreal Area, threw a back-from-the-pandemic cocktail audio-schmooze event for customers, friends, and industry people […]
Audiophile Café—where good audio and good company come together
Supporting hi-fi through a local initiative On Sunday, November 13, music and audio enthusiasts were invited to attend the first opening of Café Audiophile, a non-profit organization (NPO) whose mission is to promote high-fidelity. The initiative was launched by brothers Louis and Normand Croteau, who, for a long time, dreamt of creating a place where…
A Focal Powered by Naim Space Opens in Lethbridge, Canada
October, 2022 – After Saskatoon, Barrie and Winnipeg, a Focal Powered by Naim brand space has opened in Lethbridge, southern Alberta (Canada). Dedicated to two renowned brands in acoustics and electronics, this ‘shop-in-shop’ is set up in the Smiths Custom Audio Video Inc. store managed by Ashley and Gérard Plettell. Like all Focal Powered by…
KEF Launches MU7 noise-cancelling wireless headphones
Marlboro, NJ – October 13, 2022: Featuring inimitable sound by KEF and design by long-term collaborator Ross Lovegrove, the KEF Mu7 Wireless Headphones deliver an uncompromising audio experience paired with understated style. An exercise in both engineering and aesthetic excellence, KEF has continued its partnership with visionary designer Ross Lovegrove to produce the Mu7. Renowned…
MONTY ALEXANDER: THE MONTREUX YEARS
THE MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL & BMG ANNOUNCE THE NEXT RELEASE IN THE MONTREUX YEARS SERIES FEATURES THE LEGENDARY JAZZ PIANIST’S PERFORMANCES AT MONTREUX FROM 1993 – 2016 PRE-ORDER MONTY ALEXANDER: THE MONTREUX YEARS HERE. Montreux Jazz Festival and BMG today announce the next instalment in The Montreux Years series with Monty Alexander: The Montreux Years.…
KEF launches two Extreme Home Theatre speaker models
Marlboro, NJ – September 28, 2022: KEF is announcing that they’ve extended their comprehensive range of architectural speakers with two new THX® Certified models; the ultra-high-performance three-way coaxial speaker Ci250RRM-THX and the high-output architectural subwoofer Ci250RRb-THX. As part of the KEF Extreme Home Theatre line-up, both models deliver the drama and emotional intensity of true…
The Platinum Series 3G by MONITOR AUDIO
Essex, UK, 16th August 2022—Monitor Audio is proud to announce the launch of the innovative, advanced and beautifully-built Platinum Series 3G. Our flagship range encapsulates our desire to deliver accessible excellence. Superior, innovative acoustic technologies, smart engineering, and obsessive attention to detail ensures the Platinum Series 3G is capable of the most accurate, clear, and…
Meze Audio Releases its first Dynamic Open-Back Headphones, the 109 PRO
Powered by a 50mm dynamic driver, the Meze Audio 109 PRO delivers an emotionally engaging sound with great detail and clarity. BAIA MARE, Romania – September 15, 2022: Meze Audio, award-winning high-end headphone manufacturer, announces its first pair of dynamic open-back headphones – the 109 PRO. Made from carefully curated and responsibly sourced materials, including walnut…
Triangle launches MAGELLAN 40th Anniversary loudspeaker range
Designed from the ground up, featuring several new audio innovations, this range of speakers from the renowned French manufacturer is limited to 500 pairs per model. The MAGELLAN 40th Anniversary range comprises two floor-standing speakers, the Quatuor 40th and Cello 40th; the Duetto 40th bookshelf speakers; and the Voce 40th centre speaker. The new S08…
Focal introduces the 2022 Utopia: an evolution
In 2016, Focal introduced its award-winning flagship headphones. In 2020, Focal introduced the headphones’ new packaging, including several accessories (two cables and a carrying case), for an improved unboxing experience. In September 2022, Focal is proud to introduce the new Utopia: an evolution both in terms of acoustics and in design and aesthetics September 16,…
Luxman America debuts a new integrated amplifier and upgraded turntable
The L-507Z integrated amplifier and PD-151 MkII turntable BALLSTON SPA, New York, September 2022 – Featuring Luxman’s original LIFES1.0 distortion canceling feedback engine, the new L-507Z is a Class AB integrated amplifier of exceptional sound quality. The first model in Luxman’s Z Series, the new integrated amplifier joins the PD-151 MkII turntable, which incorporates a…
Triangle launches the active LN05A 2022 EDITION loudspeaker
The active LN05A floorstanding speakers include an amplifier and numerous analog and digital connections. They’re back in a new 2022 special edition in new finishes and an even more attractive price. FEATURES Small and powerful: equipped with a 25mm fabric dome tweeter and two 13 cm concave drivers, this compact speaker delivers surprising power and…
CHICK COREA: THE MONTREUX YEARS
THE MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL & BMG ANNOUNCE THE NEXT RELEASE IN THE MONTREUX YEARS SERIES RELIVE THE 23 TIME GRAMMY AWARD WINNER’S PERFORMANCES AT MONTREUX FROM 1981 – 2010 PRE-ORDER CHICK COREA: THE MONTREUX YEARS HERE LONDON 17 AUGUST 2022 – Montreux Jazz Festival and BMG today announce the next installment in The Montreux Years…
Lowther Loudspeakers introduces its first speaker in 30 years – The Almira
Northampton, UK: Lowther Loudspeakers, the well-known British speaker manufacturer, has announced its first brand-new speaker design in almost 30 years – the Almira. Following on from its revered Heritage Collection, Almira is a modern twist on a classic, preserving the clarity and scale of larger Lowther speaker cabinets, but with a more compact footprint. Long regarded…
Bryston Introduces Back to the Future Vintage Amplifier Restoration Program
Peterborough, Ontario July 5th, 2022 – Bryston (bryston.com), a leading manufacturer of ultimate-performance audio electronics and loudspeakers for music and cinema systems available through the finest dealers worldwide, has introduced a Back to the Future vintage product restoration service. The Back to the Future program offers three basic tiers of restoration services that can be…
Rotel Celebrates 60th Anniversary With New Diamond Series Models
Rotel is proud to introduce the RA-6000 Integrated Amplifier and DT-6000 DAC Transport to celebrate 60 years as a Japanese family owned and operated audio business. The “Diamond Series” models earn their distinction from the brand’s 60-year legacy of unwavering commitment to quality and passion for audio performance, having been established in 1961 in Tokyo,…
KEF ANNOUNCES THEIR DEFINITIVE COMPACT WIRELESS HIFI SYSTEM – THE LSX II
Marlboro, NJ – June 9, 2022: Today, KEF is announcing the upcoming launch of the LSX II Wireless HiFi System. Much more than a simple upgrade from the award-winning original, LSX II combines class-leading sound with the all-encompassing W2 wireless platform from the pioneering LS50 Wireless II and LS60 Wireless. Offering high-fidelity sound, numerous connectivity…
Moon by Simaudio releases its first ever loudspeaker, the Voice 22
THE SOUND OF A NEW ERA: VOICE 22 LOUDSPEAKERS MUSICAL PRECISION MOON is delighted to announce VOICE 22, the first loudspeaker in Simaudio’s history. The Canadian high-end audio product manufacturer has used its more-than-forty years of audio design experience to create these exceptional speakers. Featuring premium materials and industry-leading technologies, for the very first time…
World First: IsoAcoustics demonstrate a unique audio-isolation experiment
Markham, Ontario: IsoAcoustics, the Canadian isolation specialists, recently recorded a unique demonstration of their GAIA Isolators with the aim of showcasing its unrivalled ability to improve audio equipment in any environment. The video captures the behind-the-scenes setup for the A/B demonstration and the listeners’ reactions to the stark sonic differences between the audio with and without the attachment…
KEF delivers high-end audio system for the new Lotus Eletre Hyper-SUV
Marlboro, NJ , April 5 – The ongoing partnership between KEF and Lotus has reached another significant milestone with KEF bringing high-end audio into the all-new and all-electric Lotus Eletre Hyper-SUV. The Lotus Eletre is a striking and progressive Hyper-SUV, the first of a new breed of pure electric SUVs. It takes the core principles…
Totem Acoustic introduces the KIN Play Tower
KIN is all about providing audio solutions that are convenient, simple, versatile and technically up-to-date. The KIN Play Tower follows this tradition with more power, more connectivity and more functionality by providing more of the highly coveted qualities from the remarkable award-winning KIN Play. Multiple analog and digital sources can be physically connected, as well…
Focal and Naim Celebrate 10 Years Together by Unveiling an Exceptional Audio System
March 23, 2023 – To mark the 10th anniversary of their merger, the respective figureheads in French acoustics and English electronics are introducing Focal Naim 10th Anniversary Edition: a complete special-edition system. FROM MANUFACTURERS TO FULLY FLEDGED, GLOBALLY RENOWNED BRANDS In 2011 Focal and Naim announced that they were to merge to create a new European…
PS Audio’s aspen FR30—a reference loudspeaker 50 years in the making
Look at PS Audio’s new state-of-the-art loudspeaker, the aspen FR30, and I think you’ll agree—it looks impressive. It’s big, full range, elegantly shaped, looks sturdy, comes with planar diaphragms and unique options to adjust the sound for a particular room, and overall gives the impression that it’ll sound spectacular. Most intriguingly to me, and I…
The Dayton Wright Hommage—a state-of-the-art redesign of a classic speaker
It promises to be one of the most endearing moments at this year’s Montreal Audiofest: On Friday, March 25, François Lemay, founder of Tenor Audio and now owner of Lemay Audio, will officially unveil—curtain and all—the Lemay Audio-manufactured Dayton Wright Hommage (French for homage)—a state-of-the-art redesign of the iconic Dayton Wright XG-10 electrostatic speaker—to Michael…
Luxman releases LMC-5 moving coil phono cartridge
The company’s first cartridge in 40 years BALLSTON SPA, New York, March 2022 – Not since the original LMC-1 of 1981 and 1982 follow-up model LMC-2 has Luxman offered a phono cartridge. That 40-year absence ends now with the introduction of the LMC-5 moving coil cartridge. “This new reference class MC cartridge is the result…
PMC Ltd. launches home audio distribution in North America
I met Dave Frost, Business Development Manager and head of home audio export for British speaker manufacturer PMC Ltd.—a dream role, Dave calls it, that he managed to get six years ago with a little persistence and the help of a friend—in a snazzy resto-bar on the outskirts of Montreal, as part of his special…