In straightforward language, turntables function by moving a small diamond (the stylus) through a record's grooves, generating vibrations. The cartridge's role is to transform those vibrations into pleasing analog sound. Since records hold a significant amount of musical data, it's logical that the cartridge quality greatly influences the sound quality. And there are two basic types—Moving Magnet & Moving Coil. Let’s take a look at what they are and how they’re different.  Moving Magnet (MM) Cartridges Inside a moving magnet turntable cartridge, a tiny magnet is housed within the sty ..read more

ListenUp is excited to invite you to hear the newest from Moon on a $150,000 system. Costa Koulisakis, Moon’s Director of Training, will be giving presentations, product demonstrations and Q&A for any guests present. The event will feature the North Collection, Moon’s latest lineup of components that take design and performance to the stratosphere. This landmark range represents a culmination of years of research, with a stunning aesthetic surpassed only by improvements in performance. This out-of this world system features a Moon 791 Network Player/Preamplifier, two Moon 76 ..read more

Soundbars are the simple and versatile solution to enhancing your audio experience without breaking the bank. Rather than cluttering your space, soundbars have revolutionized home entertainment by offering a sleek and compact alternative to a traditional, multi-component speaker system. Soundbars can often be the gateway to improving your home theater experience, as you can vamp up your TV sound starting at a few hundred dollars. They are typically easy to set-up, with only needing a few plug-and-play steps to be up and running. Whether you're watching movies, listening to music or gaming, sou ..read more

Sony: From Lens to Living Room ListenUp is excited to annouce there will be two upcoming events with Sony in our showrooms. From lens to living room, Sony brings the best movie experience on the market. Come see the latest in video and surround sound technology from Sony, including the Rocky Mountain Region’s first consumer demonstration of Sony’s revolutionary new Crystal LED large-format. The latest generation of Crystal LED premium displays from Sony brings big picture with spectacularly bright, richly colored images. Sony’s premium ES home theater receivers as well as the Sony X93L Mini LE ..read more

Throughout our 50+ year history, ListenUp has shared a deep love of vinyl with our customers. Warm, engaging analog sound, a physical album to engage with while listening, and even the act of shopping for records, have kept this format relevant and as popular as ever. To celebrate, ListenUp is deeming February ‘Analog Month,’ sharing all things analog, vinyl and turntables on our social channels, as well as hosting a series of Analog events at our showrooms—read more about that here. And, we’ll be putting out useful blogs like this one to hit on some of the basics. In this installment, we’ll d ..read more

ListenUp has deemed February 'All Things Analog Month,' and we've committed to sharing all things analog, turntables and vinyl on our social channels all month long. To celebrate, we're giving away a Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO, valued at $599! To enter, follow @listenup_av and post photos on Instagram with the hashtag #listenupallthingsanalog of an album you are excited to play on your new Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO turntable. You can post a few of your favorite vinyl records or even post a photo from a concert of your favorite artist, just make sure you use the hashtag #listenupa ..read more

Here at ListenUp, it’s no surprise that we’re on Team Analog when it comes to listening to our favorite music. So we’re deeming February ‘Analog Month,’ sharing all things analog, turntables and vinyl on our social channels all month long! Follow along to celebrate with us, and join us at events in our Boulder, Denver and Colorado Springs showrooms the last week of February.  Follow us on our social channels to see our analog month content: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook ListenUp, joined by Rega, Pro-Ject, NAD, Technics, and Vinyl Me, Please, invite ..read more

The CD Player Renaissance in 2024 In an era dominated by streaming services and digital downloads, the unexpected resurgence of CD buying and the revival of CD players in 2024 may seem like a nostalgic journey back in time. However, this is not just a case of music lovers dusting off their collections for a listen down memory lane. According to billboard nearly 37 Million CDs were sold in the US in 2023—an increase of almost 3%. That’s a solid up tick by industry standards, but what’s driving it? And, is it more than a trend? Are CDs and CD players officially back?  As lovers of all sourc ..read more

The progress of technology may not have hit Jetsons level with flying cars, but the continuing evolution of smart home technology is starting to deliver the promise they have always held. The suite of lighting, environmental, and entertainment controls seamlessly bundled together should make our lives healthier, more efficient, and more fun.  In the fast-evolving landscape of smart home technology, Lutron stands out as a leader, providing tailored solutions for homes of all sizes and budgets. Whether you're constructing a new home or seeking to upgrade your existing space, Lutron's smart ..read more

Watch Video “It either performs or it doesn’t.” There was a time when a statement like that might be true. But rarely anymore, because in today’s highly innovative audio and video world just about everything is exceptional. And especially with the esteemed brands we partner with—they are all masters at crafting awe-inspiring sight and sound. So with so much incredible gear, how do you pick a favorite? Well, it really just comes down to personal tastes. Are you into micro dynamics, live sound, warmth and texture, functionality, life-like resolution? There are literally hundreds of ways to ..read more