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September 16, 2022 - First launched in 2016, Focal’s Utopia headphones rank amongst the best headphones in the world. Under constant renewal, the French brand with a unique savoir-faire in acoustics, has given its iconic product a new design while adding acoustic enhancements (new voice coil, ‘M’-shaped grilles inside the earcups...). All the exclusive, high-end... Read More »

LOS ANGELES, CA. (THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 2022) – Full details on Independent Project Records' (IPR) release of the previously unreleased archival concert Savage Republic – Africa Corps Live at the Whisky A Go Go 30th December 1981 set coming November 18, are now confirmed. Pre Save/Add here. Clocking in at 37 minutes, befitting the band’s opening slot on the bill that night, the 10... Read More »

Astell&Kern, a global leader in high-resolution audio playback devices and accessories, announces a new collaboration with Empire Ears to produce in-ear monitors (IEMs) under the Astell&Kern brand.  The latest collaboration with Empire Ears expands Astell&Kern’s already extensive partnerships with premier headphone and In-Ear Monitor (IEM) manufacturers.  The limited-edition Odyssey will be sold exclusively by Astell&Kern dealers worldwide for... Read More »

World's first DAP where digital and analog signal processing is completely separated by HEXA-Audio Circuitry DAC design First time Asahi Kasei's latest Flagship DAC, the AKM4499EX has been used in an audio product Stunning Audio Performance through Independent Dual Audio Circuits World’s first use of Stainless Steel 904L for DAP body material Equipped with high-performance... Read More »

BINGHAMTON, NY (September 14, 2022) - McIntosh is proud to announce the XCS1.5K Center Channel Loudspeaker, a critical component to perfect any home theater system, complementing the brand’s iconic XRT2.1K or XRT1.1K FloorStanding Loudspeakers, and voiced to match them to ensure impeccable sonic imagery with clear, high-quality sound. The center channel speaker is a critical... Read More »

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, September 9, 2022 — Wireworld Cable Technology, one of the world's most respected brands of high-performance audio and video cables, announces the release of the Platinum Starlight 48 HDMI cable. This third-generation flagship HDMI cable features carbon fiber plugs with supremely conductive silver-clad contacts. Following the previous generations, the cable has solid... Read More »

Faro, Portugal, September 12, 2022 ZENmini S The new Innuos ZENmini S is based on the popular ZENmini Mk3 music server and streamer. The option of an SSD for the ZENmini has been a highly-requested feature. The ZENmini S replaces the hard drive with a solid-state drive (SSD) and increases the system RAM from 4GB... Read More »

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, September 9, 2022 — Wireworld Cable Technology, one of the world's most respected brands of high-performance audio and video cables, announces the release of the Platinum Starlight 48 HDMI cable. This third-generation flagship HDMI cable features carbon fiber plugs with supremely conductive silver-clad contacts. Following the previous generations, the cable has solid silver... Read More »

Introducing EXPANSE, our new flagship open-back headphone. EXPANSE sets a new standard in open-back headphone musicality, soundstage, detail retrieval, and comfort.  Featuring Dan Clark Audio’s all-new 4th generation planar-magnetic driver and our breakthrough Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System, EXPANSE delivers a stunningly smooth presentation to bring new depth and breadth to all your favorite music. Acoustic... Read More »

Orange, CA. September 12th, 2022 – ELAC, a leading global provider of high-performance speakers and electronics, today announced the Debut ConneX powered bookshelf speakers. These new powered bookshelf speakers combine the simplicity and versatility of a traditional soundbar with the performance of premium bookshelf speakers. “A premium audio experience does not have to be complicated.... Read More »

Lansche Audio is pleased to announce High End by Oz, based in Norwalk, Connecticut, as its official distributor for North America. High End by Oz LLC. is a high-end audio distributor covering North America with some of the finest high-end audio products from around the world. The addition of Lansche Audio to the portfolio further... Read More »

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 new,... Read More »

600-watt ultimate-performance hybrid tube/solid-state power amplifier is the last to be designed in partnership with legendary audio engineer Bascom H. King Boulder, Colorado, September 1, 2022 – PS Audio today announced the introduction of its new top-of-the-line PerfectWave BHK 600 Mono Power Amplifier, the finest amplifier ever created by the company. The BHK 600 is the last audio component... Read More »

Gig Harbor, WA- Isaac Markowitz and Shane Buettner proudly introduce MIBS Distro (Markowitz Isaac Buettner Shane), performance audio’s NEW brand management and distribution/rep firm. Serving North America and specializing in aspirational, ultra-performance analog, MIBS Distro is the exclusive home of Lyra Co Ltd.’s hand-built phono cartridges in the US and Canada. MIBS is founded and managed... Read More »

August 31, 2022—Andover Audio and Vinyl Moon are partnering in a new sales initiative, “Spin the Moon,” from September 1 through December 1. Andover customers who purchase any model of “Spin” product—the SpinBase, SpinDeck, SpinStand, or SpinSub, including their “Max” versions—are eligible* to receive a free month from Vinyl Moon when signing up for either... Read More »

New dates for next year’s show! June 23-25th, 2023 Doubletree/Hilton Seattle, WA We would like to thank everyone for making the Pacific Audio Fest 2022 a huge success! We have negotiated better dates for 2023 at the same hotel and are producing an even better show for 2023.                  This show has been a dream of... Read More »

The forefathers of skate punk reissue their seminal debut album across all digital platforms and vinyl August 26. The Deluxe Reissue includes: ·    Remastered audio by David Gardner from the original analog tapes.  ·    20-page full-color book on the oral history of the band, narrated by John Reis (Rocket From The Crypt, Hot Snakes, Drive Like Jehu). ·    Insights from Henry Rollins, Roger Miret... Read More »

Cappella Records is thrilled today to announce an all-new website and store at cappellarecords.com! When you check out our new site, you can save 30% on all* of our releases with the coupon code SUMMER22 until September 1st! Order now from our entire catalog on CD, Blu-Ray, LP, SACD, and hi-res downloads direct from Cappella Records! With all-new videos, audio samples, digital booklet... Read More »

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 series... Read More »