Sasha Matson

MonAcoustic PlatiMon VC One MK2/VC Two loudspeaker system

Sasha Matson Jun 25, 2026

MonAcoustic is taking a distinctively modular approach to its product lineup: The PlatiMon VC One MK2 is a two-way standmount ($9500/pair). It can be used independently or coupled with the PlatiMon VC Two ($12,100/pair), which adds two more "ways"—not just in the lows but also the highs.

News

Skyanalog flies high with two new cartridges at High End Vienna 2026

Ola Björling Jun 24, 2026

Ola Björling speaks with Aaron Leung of Skyanalog at High End Vienna 2026 about the company's two new cartridges: the triple-diamond 3D REF, and the P-1GC with its bespoke stylus profile.

Music and Recording Features Sound Chaser

Sound Chaser #10: Remembering Dave Mason

Mike Mettler Jun 24, 2026

Dave Mason, the British guitarist/vocalist who passed away at 79 on April 19, conceded that some of his best-known songs fared better with other people's voices. "I may not be the best interpreter of certain songs of mine," he told me during a phone interview in 2018. "For example, I feel like Cocker's got the definitive version of 'Feelin' Alright?'"

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eXamining a trio of systems at Xclusive High End Show Vienna 2026

Ola Björling Jun 23, 2026

Ola Björling reports on what he saw and heard at the Xclusive High End Show Vienna 2026, one of High End Vienna 2026's satellite shows.

Re-Tales

Re-Tales #67: Bart Stephens Creates a New Music Ecosystem

Julie Mullins Jun 23, 2026

Hi-fi listening bars have expanded far beyond Tokyo, which was their Ground Zero. They can be found in cities from Miami to London, from Brooklyn to Berlin. Recently, in Birmingham, Alabama, Bart Stephens opened High Dive, a listening lounge and restaurant that does things a little differently.

Recording of the Month

Recording of July 2026: Paul McCartney: The Boys of Dungeon Lane

Robert Baird Jun 22, 2026

Paul McCartney: The Boys of Dungeon Lane
MPL/Capitol Records 578853 (LP). 2026. McCartney, Andrew Watt, prods. and engs.
Performance ****½
Sonics ****½

As We See It

The End of an Era: John Atkinson Retires

Jim Austin Jun 19, 2026

The July issue is a milestone in Stereophile's history: It's the last issue in which John Atkinson will be performing the measurements for our equipment reviews. As a start toward digesting this momentous event, I asked JA1 some questions.

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Audio Group Denmark makes its mark at High End Vienna 2026

Ola Björling Jun 18, 2026

Ola Björling speaks with Emil Kristensen of Audio Group Denmark about the company's new Børresen A-Series speakers and BM2 subwoofer, as well as the Aavik U-301 Unity amplifier that also incorporates streaming and DAC capabilities in one chassis.

Music and Recording Reviews

June 2026 Jazz Record Reviews

Larry Birnbaum, Phil Brett, Thomas Conrad Jun 18, 2026

Michel Petrucciani: Kuumbwa; Tyrone Allen: Upward; Marilyn Crispell/Anders Jormin: Memento; Steve White Trio: Soul Drums; Gregory Hutchinson: Kind of Now: The Pulse of Miles Davis.

Music and Recording Reviews

June 2026 Classical Record Reviews

Jason Victor Serinus, Stephen Francis Vasta Jun 18, 2026

Lutosławski: Concertos for Cello and Orchestra & Bloch: Schelomo, Jean-Guihen Queyras, cello; Luxembourg Philharmonic, Gustavo Gimeno, cond. Steve Reich: The Sextets, The Colin Currie Group. Mahler: Symphony No.5, Grand Teton Music Festival Orchestra; Sir Donald Runnicles, cond. Schubert: Octet, Scharoun Ensemble Berlin.