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April 10, 2021

Archetype: The Ortofon SPU – A Moving Coil Origin Story

Since its introduction in 1959, the Ortofon SPU (stereo pick up) has remained largely unscathed from the ‘newer is better’ mantra that permeates much of society. Robert Gudmandsen’s 62-year-old design is still considered one of the most influential cartridges in high fidelity.

November 7, 2021

Listening Space: Eddie O’Loughlin – Sydney, Australia

A listening space is mostly about exploration. The deep exploration of music’s impact, context and texture upon one’s cultural, and intellectual makeup.

March 25, 2022

Listening Space: Tyler Davis – Texas, USA

The very definition of a listening space should be self-evident. A place where one may relax and have the opportunity to unwind from the pressures generated by the daily grind unique to everyone’s lives.

January 14, 2023

Listening Space: Terry Tan – Miri Sarawak, Malaysia

Much like a Haruki Murakami novel, the main characters of a curated sound system are brought together with a purpose which is not always readily apparent, and only through the investment of learned association can one necessarily reveal motive and purpose.