Events Calendar

Absolute Sounds and HiFi Lounge present an exclusive two-day showcase featuring the artistry of DeVore Fidelity loudspeakers, with the rare opportunity to meet founder John DeVore in person. Across four carefully curated listening rooms, experience the musical philosophy that has made DeVore Fidelity a cornerstone of natural, emotionally engaging reproduction.

Featured Systems Include:

    •    Loudspeakers: DeVore Fidelity O/Bronze and O/Reference - showcasing the brand's commitment to time-coherent, phase-accurate design and cabinet resonance control
    •    Source Components: dCS Lina DAC and dCS Vivaldi streamer/DAC - representing the finest in digital conversion technology
    •    Amplification: Trafomatic Audio Elysium Monoblocks, Rhapsody Integrated amplifier, and Tara preamplifier - demonstrating the synergy between tube electronics and DeVore's efficient designs
    •    Cabling: Transparent Audio throughout - ensuring optimal signal integrity across all system configurations

These represent just some of the premium components featured across our active listening displays

System Focus: Musical Engagement - Extended listening sessions demonstrating DeVore's ability to convey musical intent and emotional connection across diverse genres and recording eras.

Design Philosophy - Direct insight from John DeVore on the engineering principles behind time-coherent design, cabinet construction, and driver integration that define the DeVore sound.

System Synergies - Exploration of how DeVore loudspeakers interact with different amplification topologies, particularly the natural affinity between efficient designs and tube electronics.

Comparative Analysis - Four distinct system configurations allowing direct comparison of component interactions and performance scaling within the DeVore ecosystem.

Personal Consultation - Unique opportunity for one-on-one discussion with John DeVore regarding system matching, room integration, and the broader philosophy of music reproduction.

Expert Guidance - The complete Absolute Sounds team will be present, including founder Ricardo Franassovici, the visionary responsible for creating the high-end audio market in the UK. Together with the HiFi Lounge team hosting and partnering, expect incredible music demonstrations and invaluable guidance on component matching to create exceptional listening experiences in your own home.

This exclusive weekend is designed for serious music lovers seeking to understand how thoughtful component selection and engineering philosophy combine to create systems that prioritise musical truth over measurement specifications.

Registration required - strictly limited attendance. CLICK HERE to reserve your place.

Absolute Sounds invites you to experience an exceptional system pairing at AudioBarn: the D'Agostino Pendulum Integrated, Thiele TT01, and Magico S2 in carefully optimised combination.

The Pendulum represents D'Agostino's refined approach to Class A/AB topology, delivering the brand's signature tonal density and dynamic authority in integrated form. Paired with the Swiss-engineered TT01—notable for its magnetic bearing isolation and precision machining—this system demonstrates the continuing relevance of analogue reproduction at the highest level. The Magico S2, with its beryllium dome tweeter and aluminium-honeycomb sandwich drivers, provides the resolution and neutrality to fully reveal both sources' capabilities.

System Focus:

Analogue Performance - Extended listening sessions highlighting the TT01's tracking precision and low-noise floor with quality pressings across multiple genres.

Integration Analysis - Examination of component synergies, impedance matching, and gain structure optimisation within this particular system configuration.

Comparative Context - Discussion of how this combination positions within current reference system hierarchies and alternative approaches to similar performance objectives.

Technical Dialogue - Open forum with AudioBarn and Absolute Sounds specialists for detailed technical discussion and system implementation strategies.

This session is designed for those seeking to understand the performance potential of this specific component combination within the broader context of contemporary high-end system building.

Registration required - limited attendance.

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Absolute Sounds, in partnership with dCS Audio and Hi-Fi Corner, cordially invites you to an exclusive demonstration of the remarkable dCS Lina X Digital-to-Analog Converter. The Lina X represents dCS's latest achievement in digital audio conversion, incorporating decades of research and development in precision clock generation, advanced filtering algorithms, and proprietary Ring DAC™ technology. This sophisticated platform delivers exceptional resolution and musicality across the entire frequency spectrum.

Programme Highlights:

Technical Demonstrations - Experience the Lina X with carefully selected recordings that showcase its exceptional dynamic range, spatial imaging, and tonal accuracy across diverse musical genres.

Engineering Insights - Our technical specialists will present the innovative design principles behind the Lina X, including its advanced digital processing capabilities and analogue output stage refinements.

Comparative Listening - Understand the sonic signatures that distinguish the Lina X within the broader landscape of high-performance digital sources.
System Integration Consultations - Discuss optimal implementation strategies for incorporating the Lina X into your existing audio chain with our experienced team.

This event provides an invaluable opportunity to evaluate one of the most sophisticated DACs available today in a controlled listening environment. Whether you're considering an upgrade to your digital source or simply wish to understand the current state of the art in digital audio conversion, we welcome your attendance.

Registration essential due to limited capacity.

REGISTER HERE or contact our events team for enquiries.

Magico’s 20th anniversary is being celebrated in 2024, and with it, the new S5 loudspeaker continues what began with the S3. Offering an even wider performance envelope, the S5 features numerous cutting edge advancements in a substantially larger package, while maintaining the elegance the S-Series is renowned for.

THE 30TH IS NOW FULLY BOOKED BUT NEW SLOTS ARE AVAILABLE AFTER 2PM ON THE 29TH. BOOK NOW. DON'T MISS OUT

HiFi Lounge will be hosting the European launch for the stunning new dCS Audio Varèse Music system on the 29th and 30th November, this is basically the best digital front end in the world now and has been a massive undertaking from dCS resulting in years of research and development to create something truly special, if you would like to be one of the first in the world to hear this please find more information below.

It really does move the game forward significantly when it comes to digital music playback and HiFi Lounge are one of only 2 dealers in the UK for Varèse.

Open Day Information!
To really show what Varèse can do it will be running  with the stunning Wilson Audio Chronosonic XVX speakers and Dan D’Agostino amplification.
There will be presentations from dCS over both days showing the innovations within Varèse + dCS representatives on hand to answer any questions you may have.

Friday November 29th
This day is mainly for the European Press and guests of dCS to experience Varèse for the first time but if you can’t make the 30th please let HiFi Lounge know as we will have limited space available for this day.

Saturday November 30th
This is our more traditional open day affair where we will be running 3 different time slots throughout the day with a presentation from dCS and a listening session, please see time slots below –
10am, 12.00pm & 2pm

If you can please email HiFi Lounge at the below address to say which time you prefer that would be much appreciated, thanks – paul@hifilounge.co.uk

This really is going to be a great event where you can get to hear something truly special, it is not expected that everyone will buy a Varèse but if you’d like to come along to learn more and hear what the new Reference for digital playback sounds like please register asap as this event will be extremely popular.

Demonstration system will comprise of:
Thiele TT01 Turntable
Analog Relax EX500 Cartridge
Dartzeel NHB-18NS Pre Amplifier
Dartzeel NHB-108B Stereo Power Amplifier
dCS Rossini RPR
dCS Rossini Clock
Wilson Audio Watt Puppy Anniversary Loudspeakers

We are excited are to share that Helmut Thiele will be presenting Launch of Thiele TT01 Turntable at The Audiobarn on the 5th October 2024.

System will comprise of:
Thiele TT01 Turntable
Analog Relax EX500 Cartridge
Dan D’Agostino Progression Integrated Amplifier
Primaluna Evo 100 Phono Stage
Magico S3 Loudspeakers

The UK Hi-Fi Show Live 2024is back.Once again, we have a blend of our latest and exceptional new products and the finest range of well established modern audio classics from our family of brands. As ever, these will be on show and in demonstration. Experts from the world’s greatest audio companies will be on hand for advice or simply to chat, and our team of local heroes are more than willing to guide you on the next steps in your audio journey.

We have a fine array of audio professionals making special presentations at specific intervals throughout the day, so please follow our social media for more information.

Please click here to purchase your tickets for the show.

When you reach the show, make your way to our front desk to reserve your place at one of our seated demos, they get booked up quickly so please do this at the start of your visit to avoid disappointment.

We have added new dates for you to come and spend some time listening to the fantastic sonic benefits of the dCS Apex upgrade path. We will be demonstrating back to back an original Bartok alongside the new Apex Bartok. dCS personnel will be on hand to answer any questions you may have as well as demonstrating what adding a clock to your digital front end can do for your system.

Spaces are limited, please contact your dealer to book into one of the timed demonstrations.

Come and spend some time listening to the fantastic sonic benefits of the dCS Apex upgrade path. We will be demonstrating back to back an original Bartok alongside the new Apex Bartok. dCS personnel will be on hand to answer any questions you may have as well as demonstrating what adding a clock to your digital front end can do for your system. Spaces are limited, please contact your dealer to book into one of the timed demonstrations.

Embark on a journey of sonic discovery with the dCS Lina system and Martins Hi-Fi.

Join them on the the 2nd & 3rd Feb to experience the dCS Lina Event, exploring how adding the Master Clock upgrade can enhance your listening expereince.

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AUDIO SHOW DELUXE - something different and something truly unique in the HiFi calendar. A show where exhibitors are invited to bring only their truly high-end and luxury products and present them in an atmosphere that is in-keeping and sympathetic to their stature at the pinnacle of audio excellence and luxury.

The organisers of AUDIO SHOW DELUXE have deliberately kept the availability of suites low to allow visitors to the event time to spend in each room. Without the pressure to rush and visit an excess of exhibitor rooms, visitors will be free to thoroughly enjoy and experience each suite at their leisure.Throughout the conception of AUDIO SHOW DELUXE, the primary focus of the team involved has been on maximizing the visitor and exhibitor experience and throughout the coming weeks and months in the run-up to the show, we will be announcing more and more of what you can expect to enjoy and experience.

Exhibitors so far: Absolute Sounds, Auden Distribution, Audio Freaks, Audio Note UK,Boyer Audio, Decent Audio, Falcon Acoustics, Innuos, KEF, Symmetry Systems, Vertere

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Wilson Audio's new and sublime Alexia V loudspeaker will be at Imacustica in Lisbon partnered with specially selected products from the Ten Collection brands Metaxas and Koda.

The exquisite Tourbillon and the outstanding Koda EX15 will combine with the Alexia V to bring you an experience not to be missed.

Don't miss the Lina Head-Fi Roadshow at the showroom near you as it travels the country. This is a unique chance not only to experience Lina but to meet and discuss the system with the dCS Team, the Absolute Sounds Team and the hosting dealer all in one place.

For confirming your availability please contact the dealer directly:

3rd November - Oxford Audio: shop@oxfordaudio.co.uk

12th November - Hifonix - aseem.hussain@hifonix.co.uk

17th November - HiFi Corner - sales@hificorner.co.uk

10th December - HiFi Lounge - paul@hifilounge.co.uk

Wilson Audio, Absolute Sounds and KJ West One invite you to a special Champagne event to mark the UK launch of the Wilson Audio Alexia V.
 
This is a one-time opportunity to experience these magnificent new £80,000 floorstanding loudspeakers from America’s pre-eminent high-end loudspeaker specialist, in the newly refurbished and enhanced main listening room at KJ West One – London’s premier high-end audio retailer.
 
The speakers will be demonstrated by renowned recording engineer and Wilson Audio ambassador Peter McGrath, with an introduction by Absolute Sounds’ founder and MD Ricardo Franassovici.

There is limited attendance availability, so please reserve your place as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Come and hear the dCS Bartok and Constellation Audio Inspiration Integrated System with the marvellous Magico A Series Loudspeakers at the beautiful
surroundings of The Audiobarn. Experience with us
an “audioparadiso” system.

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For their next Open Day HiFi Lounge are going to be showcasing Wilson Audio Speakers, without doubt makes of some of the finest speakers in the world, you get certain moments in your HiFi life where you hear something for the first time and you know that is the sound for you. To be honest with the release of the new Sasha DAW there has never been a better time to hold a Wilson Audio Open day as these speakers who have been designed by Daryl Wilson in tribute to his Dad, Dave Wilson the founder of Wilson Audio who sadly passed away last year, hence his initials DAW, are quite exceptional, they really are a stunning tribute to Dave.

So what is the day going to comprise of? well they will be running 3 rooms, the final setups are yet to be 100% confirmed but they thought it was time to also run turntables in each room as well as digital so if you’ve got any vinyl you’d like to bring along please feel free, please see below for what we’ll be having running on the day.

A special night dedicated to showcasing the new dCS Bartók DAC with headphones amplifier. We will be joined by experts from dCS who will discuss and demonstrate this fantastic new product.

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dCS has released a special edition one-box version of their flagship Vivaldi digital playback system. We are proud to team with both dCS and their UK distributor Absolute Sounds to host an event launching the Vivaldi One in our Central London showroom. Specially designed to mark the company’s thirtieth anniversary and limited to just 250 uniquely numbered pieces, the Vivaldi One puts an integral CD/SACD transport alongside the latest dCS Ring DAC in a single box, together with state-of-the-art network streaming functionality.

Handmade in the United Kingdom, Vivaldi One embodies all that’s best about dCS in one beautifully crafted box. It is built to last, and perform to the very highest standard for many decades to come. We will be showcasing the Vivadi One in a reference system using some of the top high-end products from our store. The system will be able to show the product off at its very best.

This will be a great opportunity to hear a true world class high-end system in action.

We will be providing refreshments and Canapés on the night.

There will be 2 sessions to avoid overcrowding in the demonstration room. The first running from 6pm - 7:30pm and the second from 8pm to 9:30pm. Tickets are free, we recommend registering as early as possible in case they sell out quickly.

This is a rare opportunity for discerning music lovers to experience the latest developments from the British digital audio pioneer dCS, including the Vivaldi One – probably the finest single-box digital audio player in the world. Visitors can also trial the Network Bridge, a hi-res network streaming device that delivers an unrivalled combination of sound quality, facilities, stability and ease of use.

Representatives from dCS, Absolute Sounds (the sole UK distributor of dCS products) and, of course, Martins Hi-Fi will be present to answer questions.

Don't miss this great event!

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After the success of HiFi Lounge's first Boys Toys Day a couple of years ago, where they put their 2 passions and many customers passions of Cars and HiFi into one day, well it is now time for Boys Toys II. Absolute Sounds were only too happy to endorse, and to participate in this great event. We have something very special lined up for this years event, how does the chance of listening to a £300,000 system sound?

HiFi Lounge recently became dealers for dCS and Wilson Audio and what with dCS only being up the road and recently having just finished their new state of the art demo room it seemed like a match made in heaven and the seeds were sown for Boys Toys II.

So for those who missed the first event, what does the day entail? It is a chance to get your car out for a drive and hear one of the finest audio systems in the world, the idea is that if you have a sports car or any car of interest then please come along to HiFi Lounge from 9am where they will have the BBQ running for breakfast bacon and sausage rolls and will have a mini car meet then around 11am you will head up to dCS in Cambridgeshire for an afternoon listening to a very special HiFi System + factory tour.

Join us on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th March for the first UK performance of the latest range of loudspeakers from distinguished Italian manufacturer Sonus Faber.

The new 'Homage Tradition' range see upgrades to two of Sonus Faber's best known and highly regarded loudspeakers - Amati and Guarneri. The range also sees the introduction of a brand new model named Serafino Tradition, a 3.5 way floor-standing speaker, whose name is taken from the history of Italian violin-making (Santo Serafino – 1699 /1758 – Venetian master trained at Nicolò Amati workshop).

The Friday evening event will be split into 2 sessions starting at 6pm and 8pm. The Saturday is an open day with demonstrations of the speakers running throughout.

We will be providing refreshments on the night.

As this is a UK premiere event, we expect it to be popular so do not hesitate to book your place.

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