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SUMMARY:HXOS Eikona Show - Athens
DESCRIPTION:November 15-16\n\nJoin us with Orpheus Audio at HXOS Eikona in Athens! \n\nWyndham Grand Athens\nΜεγ. Αλεξάνδρου 2\, Αθήνα 104 37\n\nhighend.show
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/hxos-eikona/
LOCATION:Wyndham Grand Athens\, Μεγ. Αλεξάνδρου 2\, Αθήνα 104 37
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SUMMARY:JS Audio – Holiday HiFi Meet and Greet
DESCRIPTION:Join us at JS Audio this weekend for their Holiday HiFi Meet and Greet\, alongside Wilson Audio and Dan D’Agostino! \nSaturday Dec 13\, 4:30pm \nFrom our friends at JS Audio: \n  \n\n  \nHoliday HiFi Meet and Greet:\nWilson Audio’s Bill Peugh\, Dan D’Agostino\, Nordost \n  \nWe are looking forward to hosting you all for an afternoon of music and friends\, this Saturday\, December 13. \nBill Peugh will join us from Wilson Audio\, as well as Dan D’Agostino’s Josh Dellinger\, Nordost’s Seth Snyder\, and Nordost Americas VP Amy Hansen. \n  \n \n  \nOur end of year party will feature musical favorites on our Chronosonic XVX loudspeakers.. paired with a full D’Agostino Relentless pairing and dCS’s Varése digital system. \nPlease RSVP Here! \n  \n \nSpecial Guests \nBill Peugh\,\nWilson Audio \nJosh Dellinger\,\nDan D’Agostino \nAmy Hansen and Seth Snyder\,\nNordost Cables \n  \n \n  \nQuick Facts\nDate: Saturday\, December 13th\nTime: 4:30 pm\nLocation: JS Audio Bethesda \n\nRSVP Here\n  \nQuestions about the event?\nPlease call us at 301 656 7020\nemail: JSAudio@JSAudio.com \nJS AUDIO | www.JSAudio.com \n  \n \nJS Audio\, Inc. | 4919 St. Elmo Ave. | Bethesda\, MD 20814 US
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/js-audio-holiday-hifi-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:JS Audio\, 4919 St. Elmo Ave\, Bethesda\, MD\, 00814\, United States
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SUMMARY:Absolute Experience
DESCRIPTION:As we welcome 2026\, Absolute Audio is proud to celebrate 21 years in business\, alongside our valued industry partners.We invite you to join us on January 30 and 31\, from 2:00-7:00 p.m.\, at Absolute Audio\, 6303 Bowness Road NW\, for an enlightening evening of exceptional music reproduction\, engaging conversation\, and warm hospitality. Appetizers and good cheer provided. Industry specialists will be on hand to offer insight and answer questions. We welcome you to bring a fellow audio enthusiast to share the “Absolute Experience”. \n\n\nWe look forward to hosting a memorable evening dedicated to the art of sound. This complimentary event has limited space\, so please RSVP by January 26 by emailing info@absoluteaudio.ca or calling (403) 202-7302.
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/absolute-experience-absolute-av-event/
LOCATION:Absolute AV\, 6303 Bowness Rd NW #100\, Calgary\, AB\, T3B 0E4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:3mA – Varèse Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Saturday January 31st at 5PM\, join us at 3mA Audio in Texas for their Varèse Launch Event! \nFeaturing dCS\, YG Acoustics\, Boulder Amplifiers\, and\, of course\, Nordost. \nRSVP only \n\n\n\n+1 832-530-4716\n\n\n\n\n\n\nsales@3maaudio.com
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/3ma-varese-launch-event/
LOCATION:3mA\, 3502 W. Alabama St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77027\, United States
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SUMMARY:Florida International Audio Expo
DESCRIPTION:We’re partnering with House of Stereo for the Florida International Audio Expo! \nThe eighth annual Florida International Audio Expo is the chance for audio aficionados to explore an exciting showcase of products such as stereos\, headphones\, loudspeakers\, cables\, amplifiers and more. Join us for this exciting family event. \nFebruary 20 – 22\, 2026Fri & Sat: 10am to 6pmSun: 10am to 4pm
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/florida-international-audio-expo-4/
LOCATION:Sheraton Tampa Brandon\, 10221 Princess Palm Ave\, Tampa\, FL\, 33610\, United States
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SUMMARY:Montreal Audiofest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating its 37th edition this year\, Montreal Audiofest remains the must-attend event for audiophiles. \nThis long-standing tradition showcases the latest advances in high-fidelity audio equipment\, featuring over 300 speaker brands\, innovative music streamers and high-quality headphones. \nCome visit us in room Westmount 4!\n \nMarch 20-22\, 2026\nFriday · 11 to 8 – Saturday · 10 to 6 – Sunday · 10 to 5 \n 
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/montreal-audiofest-3/
LOCATION:Hotel Bonaventure\, 900 Rue de la Gauchetière O\, Montréal\, QC\, H5A 1E4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Audio Video Show Praha
DESCRIPTION:Come visit us in the Belvedere Lounge\, Second Floor \nThe Audio Video Show Prague 2026 exhibition will take place again at the Diplomat Hotel on Friday\, March 20 and Saturday\, March 21.  10-6pm. \nYou will find dozens of exhibits with hundreds of brands\, from lifestyle\, affordable hi-fi to high-end from the realm of dreams.
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/audio-video-show-praha-2/
LOCATION:The Diplomat Hotel\, Evropská 15\, 160 41\, Prague\, Czech Republic
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SUMMARY:Definition Audio Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Definition Audio’s exciting launch event! \nFrom Definition Audio: \nEstablished 40 years ago Los Angeles-based retailer has reemerged with an ultra high-end audio/video showroom located in West LA specializing in luxury home AV and automation. This new showroom will be dedicated to reference audio product by Burmester Home with a display of their reference $400\,000 BC350 speaker and many products from McIntosh Labs. As part of the event\, we will be offering wines from Jordi Fine Wines\, a purveyor of luxury international and domestic wines. Specializing in wine consulting\, cellar management\, and the sourcing / sale of rare French vintages\, along with selections from renowned wine regions around the world. \nJoin us for a special event on Saturday\, April 4th\, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Enjoy a curated wine pairing with hors d’oeuvres from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. \nSpace is limited\, so we kindly encourage you to RSVP\, though it is not required. Private viewings are also available from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and during regular business hours.  Please reach out to schedule an appointment: information@definition.com \nWebsite: definition.com\nInstagram: @definition.av \n\n2048 Cotner Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA  90025 \n 
URL:https://nordost.com/blog/event/definition-audio-launch-event/
LOCATION:Definition AV\, 2048 Cotner Ave\, Los Angeles\, CA  90025
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SUMMARY:AXPONA 2026
DESCRIPTION:Nordost\, in collaboration with Stenheim and VTL\, have put together a must-hear listening experience in the Schaumburg F Ballroom at AXPONA 2026. For three years running\, this partnership has yielded world-class\, reference-level systems\, earning “Best Sound” of the show\, and this year promises to be no different. \n  \n \nThis powerhouse system features flagships products from each brand\, expertly set up by Audio Systems Optimized\, to create one cohesive musical event. The centerpiece of Nordost’s room will be their Odin Gold and Odin 2 Supreme Reference cables. This is a rare opportunity to hear Odin Gold in a public setting. Stenhiem’s Reference Ultime Two SX loudspeakers will bring speed\, scale\, and musical realism to the system. While VTL’s new Lohengrin 400Watt Reference Monoblock\, supported by their TL-7.5 Series III Reference Linestage and TP-6.5 Series II Signature Phono Stage are the featured components. Rounding out the system\, dCS and VPI will provide enviable digital and analog source options\, and Audys by VDM will supply acoustic panels for room treatment. \n\n\n \nAxpona is the perfect setting to see aspirational systems performing at their best. In Schaumburg F\, attendees will be treated to the impactful experience of live music thanks to the combination of cutting-edge technology\, passion for audio\, and elegant design. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nIn addition to enjoying the sonic spoils of this unmatched system\, Nordost is hosting a series of presentations throughout show! \n\n\n \nFriday \n12:00 PM – Lunchtime Listening Hour featuring unreleased Newvelle Records LPs \n2:00 PM – Behind the Recording with Igor Fiorini of VDM High End Records \n4:00 PM – Qobuz Flash DJ Session with David Solomon \n\n\n \nSaturday \n12:00 PM – Lunchtime Listening Hour featuring unreleased Newvelle Records LPs \n2:00 PM – Behind the recording with Igor Fiorini of VDM High End Records \n4:00 PM – Exclusive Listening and Storytelling Experience with Abey Fonn of Impex Records \n5:30 PM – 50th Anniversary Listening Session: David Bowie’s Station to Station \n\n\n \nSunday \n12:00 PM – Lunchtime Listening Hour featuring unreleased Newvelle Records LPs \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nLunchtime Listening Hour [12:00 PM Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday] \n\n\n \nEvery day at noon\, hear unreleased recordings from Newvelle Records’ anniversary LPs\, the Newvelle Ten Collection\, pressed on 180-gram vinyl\, featuring Martin Wind\, Ingrid Jensen\, Elan Mehler\, Loren Stillman\, and Skúli Sverrisson. We will also be spinning a selection of classical pieces\, expertly curated by VTL’s Bea Lamm. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nBehind the Recording [2:00 PM Friday and Saturday] \n\n\n \nVDM High End Records’ Igor Fiorini reveals how a recording is created. A master recording is a cultural and symbolic message\, shaped by the artist and the sound director\, and carried through the recording to reach the listener. During this presentation we will hear individual microphones\, each with its own character\, and discover how they form the final sonic balance. Featured releases include: \n\n\n \nChopin at Home Vol. 2 – Marco Arcieri: From microphone signals to vinyl test pressings\, experience the recording’s construction. \n\n\n \nDohnányi – Dvořák: String Sextets\, Sestetto Stradivari: Original DXD 32-bit masters highlight the texture and complexity of string instruments. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nQobuz Flash DJ Session  [4:00 PM Friday] \n\n\n \nDavid Solomon from Qobuz hosts a Flash DJ Session\, playing an exciting mix of tracks. This is the perfect way to experience this system’s digital capabilities. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nExclusive Listening and Storytelling Experience [4:00 PM Saturday] \n\n\n \nAbey Fonn\, founder of Impex Records\, presents an exclusive listening and storytelling experience. Abey will present highlights from John McLaughlin’s hot new album Music From Abandoned Heights and Bud Shank’s just-released AAA LP Holiday in Brazil\, alongside a curated selection of personal favorites. Through rare insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes\, Abey will illuminate what it’s like to work with legendary artists and our production partners to meticulously craft the finest audiophile records. This is a unique opportunity to hear not just the music\, but the stories etched into every groove. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n50th Anniversary Listening Session [5:30 PM Saturday] \n\n\n \nCelebrate 50 years of Bowie’s groundbreaking 1976 album\, Station to Station. Experience every detail of this iconic recording\, played on a world-class audio system. This session offers a rare opportunity to hear the nuances and dynamics in this classic LP that highlights Bowie’s unique musical artistry. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n \nIn addition to the happenings in Schaumburg F Ballroom\, Nordost will also be conducting live cable demonstrations in Room 716\, in partnership with local retailer Holm Audio. This will allow attendees to listen firsthand and experience the difference Nordost cables and audio enhancers make\, with expert staff available to answer questions and provide insights into the technology behind the products. \n \n\n  \nOver three days\, explore 220+ high-fidelity listening rooms\, thousands of products in the Expo Hall\, Ear Gear Experience\, Car Audio Showcase\,  live performances\, educational seminars\, and cutting-edge audio demos. Whether you’re a seasoned audiophile or a curious newcomer\, AXPONA is the place to be. Secure your tickets today and immerse yourself in the world of high-fidelity sound and music!\n \nSHOW HOURS: \nFriday\, April 10\, 2026: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM \nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM \nSunday\, April 12\, 2026: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nLOCATION: \nRenaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center 1551 N Thoreau Dr\, Schaumburg\, IL\, 60173     \n 
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LOCATION:Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center
CATEGORIES:Trade Shows
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