Monthly Event
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Sunny Components
Address: 1370 E. Cypress St, Covina, CA 917249 (Directions)
Website: http://sunnyaudiovideo.com/
Phone: 1-626-966-6259
Audiophile impresario Sunil Merchant has invited Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society members and guests to an exclusive event celebrating some of the most outstanding audio components of the year, as recognized by The Absolute Sound.
This event is about music, discovery, craftsmanship, and meaningful conversation, all experienced in properly optimized listening rooms. We are also honored to host select factory representatives, offering rare insight into the products you will hear.
Special Guest Appearance
February 1, Sunday
12:00 – 4:00 PM
Spectacular Event with Audeze!
HEADPHONE TECHNOLOGY WORLD LEADER
Sunday, February 1. Come at Noon to 1 pm for Headphone Auditions- from 1 to 4 pm > lunch, presentations and raffle!
Same as last year! LOCATION
7000 Beach Blvd.
Beach Blvd. Buena Park, CA 90620
Wonderful Hotdog Lunch with all the trimmings
Major Headphone Raffle, Sankar and Dr. C to make presentations,
Great Buying Opportunity
Come at noon for special listening sessions.
February 28, 2026
The Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society is excited to announce an exclusive behind the scenes look at one of LA’s most vibrant jazz clubs, Sam First Jazz Club and Bar near LAX (6171 W. Century Blvd. #180, Los Angeles). The club hosts live jazz concerts five nights per week and most are recorded. Many are turned into limited edition LP pressings and digital downloads for sale through Sam First Records (https://samfirstrecords.com) and other outlets such as AudiophileUSA https://www.audiophileusa.com.
Reservations Required:
Because of the size of the facility attendance is limited to 40 people, so we are asking you to make a reservation to attend by February 25. Please do not reserve unless you are serious about attending. To get your name on the list email mikew.laocas@gmail.com using “Sam First Event” on the subject line. You will receive a confirmation on or before February 26. Lifetime members will receive priority for attendance if we become oversubscribed.
The bar will be open during the Society event if you would like to buy drinks. Some bar snacks may also be available but otherwise no food is being provided. All attendees must be 21+.
Metered parking is available on surrounding streets and a reduced rate for Sam First customers is available at Joe’s AutoParks at 6151 W Century Blvd at $6.25 for the first three hours ($3/half hour thereafter).
If you would like to stay for either the 7:30 or 9:30 pm shows by the Anthony Wilson Nonet you can buy tickets directly from the club at https://www.samfirstbar.com/events/anthony-wilson-nonet-2. It is expected the shows will sell out so don’t wait too long to purchase.
ZOOM ZOOM ZOOM
You are invited to the Founder’s Award Series! Join a Zoom meeting:
“A Conversation with Dan D’Agostino”
March 8, 2026
2:00-4:00 pm Pacific Time
This is a free event to LAOCAS Members and the public. Registration is required and a Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Monthly Event
Saturday April 19, 2026
Major Event
On Sunday, April 19, 2026 from 2-5 pm, the Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will hold its monthly Event at
Shelley’s Stereo & Video
Address: 22102 Clarendon Street, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Directions)
Website: shelleysstereo.com
Phone: 1-818-716-8500
Our host Alon Moscovitch, his staff and invited industry representatives will demonstrate the latest products. A fantastic raffle is planned, stay tuned for more info
An extraordinary lunch will be served. Free parking is nearby. Guests, visitors, and new members are invited.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Major Event
On Saturday, May 16, 2026 from
Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Sunny Components
Address: 1370 E. Cypress St, Covina, CA 917249 (Directions)
Website: http://sunnyaudiovideo.com/
Phone: 1-626-966-6259
Our host will be Sunil Merchant -audio component impresario.
Raffle Prizes – TBA
June Event
Join us at
T.H.E. SHOW
Friday June 26, 12 pm through Sunday June 28, 4 pm: The Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society members will be attending T.H.E. Show SoCal 2026 at the Hilton Orange County Costa Mesa (3050 Bristol St.). T.H.E Show is the longest running audio show in the country dating back to 1995 in Las Vegas. All types of audio gear will be available to audition in carefully assembled system configurations from the budget level to the most advanced. Plenty of audio media and accessories will be for sale. Society members will have access to the Audiophile Society Hospitality Room for refreshments and special information. For more information visit www.laocas.com. Tickets for T.H.E. Show SoCal 2026 will be available at www.theshownow.com.
August Event
Saturday August 22, 2026
Time: 2-5 PM
at
The Source AV Design Group
Address: 3035 Kashiwa St, Torrance, CA 90505 (Directions)
Website: thesourceav.com
Phone: 1-310-534-9900
The Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society brings back the Mcintosh Amplifier Clinic to The Source AV Design Group in Torrance, CA (3035 Kashiwa St.). Members and guests may bring in their Mcintosh gear of any vintage and receive a free test report of current performance. All work will be performed by Mcintosh certified technicians. While awaiting the test results Mcintosh factory personnel will be on hand to demonstrate the latest Mcintosh equipment. Complimentary lunch will be served at 2 pm followed by a raffle. Parking is free. Guests, visitors and new members are invited.
Our Host will be Jason Lord.
CANJAM
August 29-30, 2026
CanJam SOCAL 2026
August 29, 2026 – 10am-6pm
August 30, 2026 – 10am-5pm
Location: Irvine Marriott – Orange County
Don’t miss THE headphone audio event of the year in the United States! For discounted hotel rooms and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://canjamglobal.com/shows/socal2026/
Once again the Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society is a CanJamSoCal sponsor!
Visitors may listen to the latest headphones, in-ear monitors, headphone amplifiers, and other personal listening gear from around the world. Seminars about developing technology will be available and Society officers will host a Hospitality Room with light refreshments and to answer visitor questions about audio in the home and on-the-go. Parking is available at the hotel. Everyone is invited.
THIRD ANNUAL SOCIETY LP EVENT AT Audiophile USA!!
On Saturday, September 20 from 2-5 pm, the Los Angeles & Orange County Audio Society will hold its monthly Event at AudiophileUSA
Address: 10572 Calle Lee #126, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Directions)
Website: audiophileusa.com
Phone: 1-657-298-3003
| 🎤Our host and owner Mark Hoover will provide an afternoon of extreme vinyl appreciation. Mark will discuss the vinyl industry and how the record store flourishes today. Don’t miss this extraordinary event with special LAOCAS record discounts for your listening pleasure at THIS event ONLY. DEAR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS, THIS IS the LP Event you have been asking for. If you love quality vintage Vinyl or the best reissues, you MUST ATTEND! Best prices! Best selection ever! Rock, Jazz, Classical, Soul, Import, 200gm – EVER! “Plus ALL members of LAOC Audio Society will receive 15% off any purchase over $50. So become a member now.” WOW! This may be the last time you will see many of these albums in your lifetime. Frankly, we did not know this company existed in California. It has been kept secret for their special customers. Complimentary Lunch will be served at 2pm! Come early for amazing LP raffle tickets!!! and much more!!! Members, Visitors and LP collectors are most welcome! ONCE IN A LIFETIME EVENT! You can visit audiophileusa.com and order and your records will be waiting for you to pick up on Sunday. |
October Event
Sunday October 18, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Common Wave HiFi
Address: 1451 E 4th St #106, Los Angeles, CA 90033 (Directions)
Website: commonwave.net
Phone: 1-213-277-4434
Parking is available and free. Guests, visitors, and members alike are invited.
Monthly Event
Saturday November 7, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Sunny Components
Address: 1370 E. Cypress St, Covina, CA 917249 (Directions)
Website: http://sunnyaudiovideo.com/
Phone: 1-626-966-6259
Our host will be Sunil Merchant -audio component impresario.
Raffle Prizes – A pair of Auribus Acoustics Sierra Open Reference headphones will be available in the raffle. These headphones are made in SoCal and retail for $1200. Other prizes still to come.
“A Conversation with Tom Fine of Stereophile”
Date November 21, 2026 from 2:00- 4:00 PM
This is a free event to LAOCAS Members and the public. Registration is required and a Zoom meeting link will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Sunday December 6, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. until we’re done!
Our 33rd Annual Gala will honor TBA with the Founders Award, our highest honor! **
The Ninth Annual Audiophile Recordings of the Year Awards (ARIA), chaired by Michael Fremer, and the Seventh Annual presentation of the Carolyn and George Counnas Innovation Award will be announced! Of course, the President’s Award will be given to an outstanding member.
