Question 1

Why no phones in the listening room?

Accepted Answer

At B-Side HiFi, we're creating a sanctuary for deep listening - a rare opportunity to fully immerse yourself in music without the constant pull of notifications, messages, and screens. Our no-phone policy isn't about restriction; it's about liberation.

Question 2

Why do we ask guests to remove their shoes?

Accepted Answer

Removing your shoes at B-Side HiFi serves two essential purposes: protecting our listening environment and enhancing your experience.
Our listening room is a carefully curated sanctuary with acoustic treatments, beautiful furnishings, and flooring designed to optimize sound quality and experience.

Question 3

Why no food or drinks in the listening room?

Accepted Answer

Food and drinks create distraction and risk to our vintage equipment and furnishings. Arrive early to enjoy a drink next door at The Continental,  then enter the listening room ready to be fully present with the music. This ritual honors both the space and your experience.

Question 4

Why no talking during the listening session?

Accepted Answer

Inspired by Japanese kissas, we honor music through silence. When we're quiet together, we hear every nuance - the breath between notes, the space in the mix. This shared silence creates profound connection. Save conversations for breaks between side flips.

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