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London, 1975. The streets are bleak, the economy’s in the gutter, and the mainstream rock scene is bloated beyond belief. It’s a scene set for something big, something ugly to rip through the overpolished landscape of British music. Enter: four scrappy kids and a fateful November 6 gig at Saint Martin’s College of Art, an…
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It was November 4, 1963, and London’s Prince of Wales Theatre was buzzing. The Royal Variety Performance, that stately British showcase, was in full swing. London’s cultural pulse was racing, charged by a new phenomenon: Beatlemania. But inside, the atmosphere felt more upper-crust than counterculture—a space typically reserved for polite applause and tasteful applause for…
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Tom Gibbs reveals how Euphony’s new software and a top-notch DAC took his music system to stunning new heights, with sound so real it feels like a live concert.
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In a world overrun by zombies, one audiophile refuses to compromise—soundproofing with carpets, powering hi-fi gear with solar, and hiding it from raiders to preserve what truly matters: perfect sound, even at the end.
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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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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…
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In what might be one of the most unexpected yet iconic meetings of minds, we have these legendary photos of two titans from wildly different worlds: Colonel Sanders and Alice Cooper. If ever there were a “What are the odds?” moment in pop culture history, this might be it. The master of Southern-fried chicken and…
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Writer B. Jan Montana’s childhood awe of the Titanic’s selfless musicians sparks lifelong reflections on life, mortality, and religion, ultimately embracing joy over rigid dogma.
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Danielle says Barcola’s new restaurant concept has brought a whole new range of customers—not just more of them, but younger. “A lot of young people are into vinyl,” she told me.
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Bowers & Wilkins speakers paired with Marantz amps created a cozy, living room-like atmosphere, while the 702 S3 Signature speakers and Marantz M1 dazzled with sleek design and rich sound.
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It was October 20, 1977, and Lynyrd Skynyrd was riding high. Known for their fiery Southern rock anthems like “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Free Bird,” the band had just released their fifth album, Street Survivors. The album was set to push them to even greater heights, especially with the fresh energy of guitarist Steve Gaines.…
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In Part 2, writer Mike Harkins talks to audio manufacturers about DSP’s future, and boldly predicts it will revolutionize sound quality in ways we’ve never experienced before.
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We’re thrilled to announce the release of our third flipbook, which doubles as the official program for the Toronto Audiofest 2024!
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All photos by David Meerman Scott On September 23, 1980, Bob Marley, already a global icon and a beacon for reggae music, took the stage at the Stanley Theatre in Pittsburgh for what would be his last live performance. The air was thick with anticipation as 3,500 fans packed the sold-out venue, but few knew…
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Rudy Radelic digs into vintage rock, blues, and jazz, spotlighting reissues with stellar mastering, hard-to-find rarities, and standout titles cherished by collectors.
