X,

i was wondering if there is the equivalent of AES for super-expensive
stereo stuff.

Sorry to say you just missed one of the big events. The Home Entertainment
Show was held from Thursday through Sunday last week at the Hilton hotel in
New York City. There are other shows that cater to audiophiles, but some
like the Consumer Electronics show (CES) also include cell phones and other
non-audio electronic gear.

--Ethan