Masterpieces in Hi-Fi

Nina Simone

Sunday, September 13

9:00 am - 10:30 am

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Sunday, September 13 | 9:00 am - 10:30 am (90 mins)

Masterpieces in Hi-Fi

Hear the full album exactly as they sounded the day they were mastered (or re-mastered) in the studio. Focused on pure audio fidelity, this session captures the rich texture, original warmth, and physical presence of legendary recordings.

Hi-Fi Stereo

We play digital audio of the highest quality through our analog system: tube amplifiers and OJAS KO-R1 speakers. Designed by Devon Turnbull, the KO-R1 creates hyper-realistic and detailed, warm and natural soundscapes. They generate absolute presence in the sound. In our space designed for deep listening, you will discover hidden details, textures, and movements impossible to feel in headphones.

20 seats remaining - 90-minute session

why Nina Simone

One of the most singular voices in music history, Nina Simone still sounds strikingly present in a hi-fi experience. The weight of her piano, the texture of her voice, the silence between phrases; everything carries intention. She moved effortlessly between jazz, blues, folk, soul, and classical, never confined to one genre. From the political force of “Mississippi Goddam” to the intimacy of “Four Women,” her recordings feel urgent, raw, and deeply human. This essentials selection is power, vulnerability, and precision timeless and fully alive in the room.

curated by sona

We select albums for their cultural relevance, emotional depth, rich textures, and technical detail—to ensure they sound their absolute best in our space.

community rules

no phones: anything that produces sound must be stored in our secure lockers.

no talk: we keep the soundroom silent so everyone can focus on the music.

no late entry: once the soundroom doors close (20 minutes after the booking time), we cannot let anyone in.

FAQ

can i cancel my ticket?+

yes. cancel any booking through this website. you'll get credits for the seats you paid for if you cancel at least 24 hours before the session (12 hours if you have an active Sona Members or All Access subscription). inside that window the booking can still be cancelled, but no credits are issued and there are no cash refunds. credits work on any future session.

is there a dress code?+

no, but we recommend wearing something comfortable for sitting on the floor. because the room is very quiet, we recommend soft fabrics. try to avoid "noisy" synthetic materials like nylon or windbreakers, as the sound of moving in them can be distracting to others. also, we leave our shoes at the door, so we recommend wearing warm socks.

what if i can't sit on the floor?+

if you need a chair for medical or physical reasons, please let us know when you arrive.

can i buy a drink?+

yes, we serve a curated selection of non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks, but all refreshments must be finished before you enter the soundroom.