January 14
Kicking off 2024 with a Bang!
Join us for an Incredible Event!
THE LOS ANGELES AND ORANGE COUNTY AUDIO SOCIETY IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE AN “EXCLUSIVE” EVENT
Date and Time: Sunday, January 14, 1-4pm
Location: Zesto Audio’s personal listening room!
3138 Calle Estepa, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Free parking
A WORLD PREMIER All Tube Event featuring Zesto Audio’s newest product the ANDROS SPIRIT PHONOSTAGE!
An ORIGINAL all tube phonostage from award-winning George Counnas for ALL audiophiles and music lovers.
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME AUDIOPHILE EVENT!
Demonstration of the new original Andros Spirit Phonostage on designer George Counnas’s personal all ZESTO AUDIO tube reference system! George will discuss his state-of-the-art modern tube design philosophy and personally answer your questions. Experience the musical synergy and magic of an ALL tube ZESTO AUDIO Reference system in its private listening room.
Event Bonus: Get your tubes expertly tested! Attendees are welcome to bring up to 8 tubes total to be tested. Bring only 8 pin power tubes or 9 pin small signal tubes please.
Delicious lunch served 1pm!
Extraordinary Premier Raffle to KICK OFF 2024! Win a brand new: Andros Spirit Phonostage MC version $3,995 value and a fabulous pair of UITaudio.com Single Ended interconnects $1195 value. Total $5200 GRAND PRIZE! 3:30pm drawing. More prizes TBA.
VISITORS AND MEMBERS MOST WELCOME! SPECIAL REQUEST:
All attendees are kindly requested to RSVP to carolyn@zestoaudio.com 805-807-1841
Date and Time: Sunday, January 14, 1-4pm
Location: Zesto Audio’s personal listening room! 3138 Calle Estepa Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 www.zestoaudio.com
Free parking
Do not miss this Zesto Audio Spirit Premier to start the Society’s New Year! Come one come all and please RSVP!
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
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ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM – FEBRUARY 18
A Conversation with John Atkinson:
Join us to discuss: High-End Audio – a Shared Community or Isolated Silos?
Questions are expected and will be welcomed!
You are invited to register for this Zoom meeting which is a requirement to attend.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvd-mhqjwsHNa6zlSAvvIkU17ojCU-0Xbv
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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HEADPHONE TECHNOLOGY WORLD LEADER
Sunday, February 25, 2-5 PM
3300 MacArthur Blvd., Santa Ana 92704
BUT WAIT, THERE IS MORE!
A TOTAL OF $9,000.00 RAFFLE PRIZES
AND UNBELIEABLE PRODUCT DISCOUNTS FOR ATTENDEES ONLY
Read MoreSaturday, March 23rd , 2-5 PM
Super Society Event at Sunny Components!
Join us for a CELEBRATION OF VINYL of epic proportions!
WORLD PREMIER OF THE GETZ/GILBERTO ONE STEP album by IMPEX RECORDS.
Join us for the March monthly meeting at Sunny Components
Address: 1370 E. Cypress St, Covina, CA 917249 (Directions)
Website: http://sunnyaudiovideo.com/
Phone: 1-626-966-6259
Our host will be Sunil Merchant -audio component impresario.
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
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ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM – APRIL 7
Michael Fremer is an American music and audio journalist, YouTuber, former radio commercial voice-over talent and stand-up comedian from New York City, known best for writing about audiophile equipment and vinyl.
The Tracking Angle, a website he owns and edits, serves as a compass for those navigating the intricate landscape of high-end audio and recorded music. His insights, meticulously researched and passionately delivered, guide both seasoned collectors and curious newcomers. And as editor at large at The Absolute Sound, Michael continues to shape the discourse, challenging conventions and championing the vinyl resurgence.
But Michael Fremer is more than ink on paper. He’s the Pied Piper of vinyl, leading us through grooves and melodies, urging us to listen with intent. His influence extends beyond the printed page, resonating in the hearts of audiophiles worldwide. When he speaks, we adjust our tracking force, clean our stylus, and lean in, eager to catch every nuance.
He is also a long-time member and officer of the Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society and will be the MC of the Society’s 31st Annual Gala event next December.
Michael Fremer’s impact on the world of vinyl and high-end audio remains undeniable. Whether you view him as a vigilant advocate or a lightning rod for controversy, his passion keeps the conversation alive.
Join us in “A conversation with Michael Fremer”!
Invitation written with assistance of AI and Michael Fremer
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Apr 7, 2024 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsfuuupj8rHde4DO0mRVrzG7dUA62IgmCP
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Note: To participate sign in using your own Zoom account.
FIRST ANNUAL SOCIETY LP EVENT AT Audiophile USA!!
On Sunday, April 28th from 2-5 pm, the Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will hold its monthly meeting at AudiophileUSA
Address: 10572 Calle Lee #126, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Directions)
Website: audiophileusa.com
Phone: 1-657-298-3003
Our host Mark Hoover, and special guest Bob Thiel Jr. will provide an afternoon of vinyl appreciation. Mark will discuss the vinyl industry and how the record store stays alive today. Bob Thiel Jr. will talk about rebooting the legendary Jazz label “The Flying Dutchman” along with stories about the man who produced John Coltrane. Don’t miss this extraordinary event with special LAOCAS record discounts for your listening pleasure.
A fantastic raffle is planned and will include gift certificates and a selection of hand picked vinyl.
An extraordinary lunch will be served. Free parking is nearby. Guests, visitors, and new members are invited.
Stay tuned for more information.
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
May Event
TBD
Stay tuned for updates!
ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM – June 9
Enjoy a conversation with Andrew Jones
zoom invite to follow…..
June TBD
Stay tuned for more information and updates!
July TBD
On Sunday, July tbd from 2-5 pm, the Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will hold its monthly meeting at Shelley’s Stereo & Video
Address: 22102 Clarendon Street, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Directions)
Website: shelleysstereo.com
Phone: 1-818-716-8500
Our host Alon Moscovitch, his staff and invited industry representatives will demonstrate the latest products. Don’t miss this extraordinary event with this top-notch equipment for your listening pleasure.
Stay tuned for updates!
A fantastic raffle is planned
An extraordinary lunch will be served. Free parking is nearby. Guests, visitors, and new members are invited.
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
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August TBD
Stay tuned for confirmation and updates!
Saturday, August tbd, 2-5 pm: The Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will hold its monthly event at The Source Audio/Video Design Group in Torrance
3035 Kashiwa St, Torrance, CA 90505
Personally selected CDs/SACDs will also be part of a planned raffle held approx. 4:30pm.
An extraordinary lunch will be served. Free parking is nearby. Guests, visitors, and new members are invited.
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
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ZOOM-ZOOM-ZOOM – September 8
Enjoy a conversation with Frank Brenner covering the Linkwitz experience.
zoom invite to follow…..
CanJam Socal
Saturday, September 28
10am-6pm
Sunday, September 29
10am-5pm
CanJam returns to Southern California for the 9th edition of CanJam SoCal! CanJam SoCal 2024 will once again take place at the beautiful Irvine Marriott in the heart of Orange County. Featuring the headphone audio industry’s leading brands, CanJam SoCal 2024 will showcase the latest products and innovations in headphones, in-ear monitors, and personal audio electronics in all price ranges. The Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will have a booth in the foyer. Stop by and say hello.
Read MoreSeptember – Date TBD
Join us for the September monthly meeting at Sunny Components
Address: 1370 E. Cypress St, Covina, CA 917249 (Directions)
Website: http://sunnyaudiovideo.com/
Phone: 1-626-966-6259
Our host will be Sunil Merchant -audio component impresario.
Stay tuned for more information and updates!
A delicious lunch will be served including adult beverages. Free parking nearby. Guests, visitors and new members are invited.
Special Event Only Promotions will be offered.
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
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Exclusive Premier Event
Stay tuned for confirmation and updates!
On Sunday, October TBD from 1-4 pm, the Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will hold its monthly meeting at Common Wave HiFi
Address: 1451 E 4th St #106, Los Angeles, CA 90033 (Directions)
Website: commonwave.net
Phone: 1-213-277-4434
Our host Wesley Katzir and staff will present a variety of his best wares for your listening pleasure.
Common Wave Hi-Fi is a unique venture in that it is both an audio showroom and social listening space. Located in downtown L.A., Common Wave also dedicated a portion of its space to function as a record shop along with holding events monthly music events and movie nights. It’s all about reaching out to the larger community interests, while including hi-fi into the mix. With forty-four true hi-fi brands in their stable of product lines,
Personally selected CDs/SACDs will also be part of a planned raffle held approx. 3:30pm.
An excellent lunch will be served at approx 1:15pm.
Parking is available and free. Guests, visitors, and members alike are invited. Demos will be scheduled throughout the day. For any additional information visit www.laocas.com, or call President and CEO Allen Taylor (714) 299-1509.
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.
November – TBD
Stay tuned for more information and updates!
31st Annual Society Gala
Sunday December TBD
Time: 10:00 a.m. until we’re done!
At our 31st Annual Gala and Awards Banquet the LAOCAS will present the Founders Award,
AUDIOPHILE VIPS ATTENDING.
MEET THE LEGENDS OF THE AUDIO INDUSTRY!
Meet Michael Fremer, Master of Ceremonies. Editor of The Tracking Angle and Distinguished Sr. Editor at The Absolute Sound. Sponsored by CARDAS AUDIO.
Meet William Low from Audioquest, winner of The 2023 Founders Award.
Meet John Atkinson of Stereophile, winner of our 22nd Founders Award.
Meet John Curl, winner of the Counnas Innovation Award
Meet Dr. David Robinson, Editor and Chief of Positive Feedback
Meet Ray Kimber of Kimber Kable
Meet George Cardas of Cardas Audio
Meet Joe Kubala of Kubala-Sosna Cables
Meet Holger Stein of Stein Music from Germany and Innovation 2022 Award Winner
Meet Paul Seydor of The Absolute Sound
Meet George & Carolyn Counnas of Zesto Audio
The Seventh Annual Audiophile Recordings of the Year Awards (ARYA), chaired by Dr. David Robinson.
The Fifth Annual presentation of the Carolyn and George Counnas Innovation Award.
The President’s Award will be given to an outstanding and contributing member by the LAOCAS President and CEO, Allen Taylor.
Join us at the Double Tree by Hilton Buena Park! Located at 7000 Beach Blvd Buena Park, CA 90620
Free Parking!
Dress is Holiday Casual
Plan on following current Covid-19 best practices.