The latest hi-fi news, products, music & our cultural highlights!
Newsletter - November 2024
Join us for an immersive listening event at the shop on Saturday, November 16th (11 AM – 4 PM). You'll experience three high-end hi-fi systems. The main system features the YG Acoustics Hailey 3 Reference Loudspeakers, powered by the Vitus Audio SIA-030 integrated amplifier. You’ll also gain insight from Alan Sircom (Editor, Hi-Fi+ Magazine), Chris Rees from YG Acoustics, and Glen Furness from AIRT.
Newsletter - September 2024
Over the Summer, we've added several new brands to the shop. These include Shunyata, Stillpoints, Acustica Applicata, and Entreq. They all create audio products that help 'lower the noise floor' - reducing vibrations & eliminating any electrical noise getting into your system. Shunyata is leading the way in this area, and using their cables or power distributors can markedly improve your listening experience - getting you closer to the music you love.
The Vinyl Factory: Reverb - An exhibition celebrating art & sound
Reverb is a multimedia exhibition by The Vinyl Factory that celebrates the merging of art & sound. It brings together over 100 artists and musicians – working across art, music, film & live performance.
The exhibition features the Hi-Fi Listening Room Dream No.1, created by and programmed with New York artist Devon Turnbull. It's a meditative space to listen to vinyl of unheard music, including exclusive test pressings and studio outtakes.
Munich High-End 2024 - The Best Hi-Fi In the World (Day2)
It’s the second day at Munich High-End 2024, and we discover the sanctuary of the Nagra room; a sonic assault from YG Acoustics; beautiful craftsmanship from Berlin’s Ramar; and learn how to "lower the noise floor" with Stillpoints & Shunyata.
Munich High-End 2024 - The Best Hi-Fi In the World
The buzz is back! It's the 2024 edition of Munich Hi-End, the largest hi-fi show in the world, and it feels like the first day at Glastonbury Festival. Amongst the hustle & bustle, we swap stories and rumours of which new hi-fi is getting previewed & launched. "Linn has SIX Mono 800 amps hooked up to a pair of 360 Passive loudspeakers.", "You HAVE to hear the Tidal Bugattis - they make every other system sound broken, but it's strictly invite only! "…
April 2024 - Newsletter
We had a mind-elevating experience last weekend. Nightmares on Wax recreated the entirety of their Carboot Soul LP with The Outlook Orchestra at the Royal Festival Hall. Opening with the soaring strings on the first track Les Nuits it was a night full of emotions and reminded us of why we love what we do: recreating the experience and beauty of live music in the comfort of our homes.
February 2024 - Newsletter
Last week, we visited the Naim Factory in Salisbury to listen to the new Uniti Nova Power Edition - ideal for those who need an all-in-one player to drive larger loudspeakers, without compromising on sound.
We also have an exciting event, the first weekend of March, in collaboration with AIRT. We'll have a reference system showcasing Vitus Audio, Avalon Acoustics and Stillpoints. Not to be missed.
The Best of 2023 - Hi-Fi, music & culture
Read our guide to the highlights of 2023: featuring our top 3 must-have hi-fi products & new brands, favourite albums, tips for better sound, podcasts, live music, and what we're excited about for 2024.