Ayon Audio Best in Show – T.H.E. Show SoCal 2025

Ayon Audio Lumenwhite Kyara ($49K/pair) with Ortho Evo Gen 4 Mono Amps ($29.8K/pair)

I’ve heard Dave Brubeck’s “Take Five” hundreds of times, but never quite like the way Ayon Audio brought it to life at T.H.E. Show. The all-Ayon system sounded as lifelike as I can remember, placing the Quartet in realistic, believable positions within the soundstage.

The saxophone didn’t just hold center stage—it was positioned at the correct height, floating naturally in the room. Meanwhile, the drums stayed tight and controlled, cymbals shimmered with crispness, and the upright bass sounded majestic and full-bodied. Through it all, the piano notes rang true and natural, completing a beautifully cohesive musical picture.

Ayon didn’t just reproduce the music—they made you feel like you were right there with the Quartet.