$20 TICKETS:
Tuesday, May 27 | Wednesday, May 28 | Thursday, May 29
The electroKissa is based on the Listening Bar, or Jazz Kissa, which originated in Japan and has spread around the world. The focus is on deep listening to well-crafted recordings of electronic music, often on vinyl, on an outstanding high end audio system.
There will be 3 nights of electroKissa: May 27, 28 and 29. Sessions will begin at 7PM sharp in Grimes Hall at the Center for Musical Arts. This is a ticketed event.
The sound system for electroKissa has been designed by Darren Myers, with support from wavi savi. For non-audiophiles, suffice it to say it will be an exemplary listening experience. For the audiophiles, it includes these components:
• Spatial Audio Labs M3 Speakers
• Parasound JC A100 Monoblocks
• Six Reference 18” Subwoofers powered by PS Audio Amplification
• PS Audio DirectStream MKII DAC
• PS Audio Line Preamp
• PS Audio Stellar Phono Preamp
• Sota Cosmos Eclipse Turntable w/Denon DL-103R cartridge
Programming for each night is curated by:
• DJ E23 – KGNU Electronic Air
• soundScrape()
• Nathan Jantz & Jahnavi Stenflo
• Michael Loehr
There is limited, themed seating for this series of events. The vibe is a cross between hip downscale club, and high-school era parents basement. Tickets include light snacks (charcuterie courtesy Maria Redondo of Romero’s), cash wine bar (courtesy Public Wine).
Each night will be limited to 16 participants. Programming will be organized into 3 – 30 minute sets of music. Following each set there will be a short intermission. Quiet during listening sessions is expected.
TICKETS:
Tuesday, May 27 – DJ’s: E23, soundScrape()
Wednesday, May 28 – DJ’s: Nathan & Jahnavi, Michael Loehr
Thursday, May 29 – DJ’s: Michael Loehr, E23, soundScrape()
ABOUT THE CO-PRODUCERS
Darren Myers is an audio electronics designer recognized for his passionate and innovative approach to audio design. His journey began with a deep passion for music and high-end audio from a young age, which naturally led him into the world of audio engineering. He launched his career at Bowers & Wilkins and Classé Audio, where he specialized in non-linear amplifier design and developed the crossover for the iconic Bowers & Wilkins Nautilus loudspeaker. Darren went on to become the analog designer at PS Audio in Boulder, Colorado, where he created the acclaimed Stellar series of components. Today, Darren is the Vice President of Parasound and also serves as Chief Innovation Officer at Sterea, a new company rethinking the stereo paradigm to deliver a more personalized, integrated, and practical high-end audio experience.
wavi-savi is a multidisciplinary art project focused on sound installations and experiences along the Front Range. Mixing disparate pieces of new, old, and custom technology, to direct audience attention away from today’s always-connected mindset, even if only for a few moments.
