Vinyl vs. Streaming Takes Center Stage at Gramophone’s Gaithersburg Showroom During Capital Audiofest Weekend

Renowned vinyl authority and Tracking Angle editor Michael Framer joins Qobux high-resolution streaming expert David Solomon for an exclusive November 13 listening event.

GAITHERSBURG, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As vinyl records continue to attract music enthusiasts and high-resolution streaming expands the possibilities of digital listening, two prominent voices representing these different approaches will come together in Montgomery County, Maryland, for a special event. Gramophone will welcome Michael Fremer of Tracking Angle and David Solomon of Qobuz to its Gaithersburg showroom on Friday, November 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., for an evening exploring how analog and digital technologies shape the way people experience music.

Fremer, founder of Tracking Angle and a leading authority on vinyl records and analog playback, will join Solomon of Qobuz, a high-resolution music streaming service, for Analog vs. Digital, an evening of music demonstrations, conversation and discovery.

Fremer will share his signature vinyl listening experience, while Solomon will explore the capabilities of high-resolution digital streaming. Together, they’ll offer two distinctive perspectives on how music is enjoyed today, from the enduring appeal of records to the technological advances that have transformed digital listening.

Rather than declaring a winner in the analog-versus-digital debate, the event will celebrate what both formats offer music enthusiasts. Guests will have the opportunity to hear demonstrations, discover new recordings, ask questions, and connect with fellow music lovers while enjoying barbecue, cocktails and refreshments.

The Gaithersburg gathering coincides with Capital Audiofest, November 13–15, held separately at the Hilton Rockville, 1750 Rockville Pike. Gramophone is a sponsor of the three-day event, one of the nation’s premier high-end audio gatherings, bringing together music enthusiasts, manufacturers and industry professionals from across the region and beyond.

At Capital Audiofest, Gramophone will host three listening rooms showcasing products from leading audio manufacturers. Highlights include the world premiere of the Steinway Lyngdorf Model O loudspeaker in Room 653, Totem Acoustic speakers paired with Hegel electronics in Room 655, and IsoAcoustics demonstrations in Room 640 illustrating the impact of speaker isolation on sound quality.

Gramophone’s hi-fi and home theater expert Ken Zelin will also lead interactive sessions throughout the weekend, exploring music reproduction, audio equipment and the science behind exceptional sound.

Together, the Gaithersburg event and Capital Audiofest offer Washington-area music enthusiasts an opportunity to meet industry personalities, experience new products and explore the latest developments in home audio.

The events take place during a milestone year for Gramophone, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026.

Event Information
Analog vs. Digital: An Evening with Michael Fremer & David Solomon
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Gramophone Gaithersburg Showroom
8513 Grovemont Circle
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Seating is limited and advance registration is required.
Reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/analog-vs-digital-an-evening-with-michael-fremer-david-solomon-tickets-2003928284443

For additional information, visit www.gramophone.com or call 301-296-6202.