New HomePods VS Original - Now THIS is surprising… (stereo pair sound tests + reaction!)

[@easywang6754]

It's definitely worth waiting for two years to see Elijah's update video.

[@ilovemusic6794]

I’m not waiting 2 years! I wanna get them while their hot fresh out of the oven! I could get the originals on eBay for a slightly reduced price. But I thinking future here. If a smoke detector goes off it will notify you on your phone even if your not home. I like that feature.

[@Anonyme09865]

@@ilovemusic6794both og and second gen has that feature

[@boti_the_hun]

Finally, you made it back… you don’t even know how much potential you have. Please don’t stop this time, you have the personality that a lot of tech reviewers are missing. Keep up the good work.

[@ErfonElijah]

When I get to the top I want you to come be my chauffeur

[@boti_the_hun]

@@ErfonElijah 🤣see that’s what I’m talking about… any time, just make sure it’s a ROLLS-ROYCE PHANTOM SERIES II, we need you to roll in style

[@hades8963]

Boti the hun is so right! I will be the door opener!

[@ErfonElijah]

😂

[@treyduval5399]

Agreed!

[@brittanydonneberg4918]

We had a 1st gen Echo in our master bathroom for listening to music in the morning kzbin.infoUgkxABghAEkaIDGZfHRBH3D3rBrlraNmnC71 and while in the shower. I didn't realize how tinny and awful the sound output on the original Echo was until we replaced it with the Studio. It was a sonic upgrade far beyond what I was expecting. Just wow. I love it because it's like having speakers IN the shower. My friend likes it because the music is so loud that she can no longer hear me singing. So that's a win-win.

[@ThePS3MaNify]

So happy you are back man! You were missed by many! I can only imagine how much bigger your channel could’ve been if you stayed consistent the last 2 years.

[@danielprice6184]

Your original home pod videos were what convinced me to get a stereo pair. I’ve never looked back and they still sound amazing. You also got me into Dr disrespect, never heard of him before you played his songs. So happy your posting again!

[@CarlosFernandez-ye1lk]

I’m in the same boat as you 😊

[@TheJustinBurton]

6:45 You are correct. The V1 pods had rock solid control of low end that enhanced the insane clarity / accuracy / balance of the mid-high range.

[@mycull]

V2 was more bassy. V1 did sound brighter and cleaner. Great review Erfon! Love your content

[@Y-J65]

Great to see you again, I can say in confidence that everyone subscribed to your channel has been waiting for this review.

[@jeremykern3609]

I kept hoping you weren’t gone for good from KZbin over the last two years but my prayers have been answered. So glad you’re back on the scene! 100% keeping my OG HomePods.

[@jeffg2217]

Welcome back! Glad to see new content! Didn’t want to ask where you’ve been.

[@ErfonElijah]

Deep in the Himalayas collecting virgin mustache grease for The Doc

[@raygunn4392]

He’s back!!! 👍

[@gorelog]

Please do a followup as a theater sound system after the pair have acclimated/tuned to the room. Love your vids and podcast!

[@MaximeHenry1]

For the next tests, would be great to wait the calibration of the sound for the V2 (I heard it may take some minutes) And would be great to keep the same distance between the 2 stereos HomePod (more than 1,2m)

[@RAD284]

I got 2 OG home pods and added the 2 home pod minis behind me for even a better sound along with the smoke alarm...etc. Great to have you back.

[@zakking859]

Didn’t know u could connect two minis and two HomePods together

[@zakking859]

How did you set that up?

[@Jaur-jaur]

I noticed that after several minutes (15 or so) mine started to sound WAY better. Then after several hours of playback over 24 hours, they sounded *even* better. Like other commenters, I’d love to see how you think they compare after some more time goes by with them in the same placement, so they can get a reeeeeeally good sense of the room!

[@basvantzand1047]

I had the same. Significant improvement after some hours.

[@braingrenade]

14:30 I do this with two HomePod minis in the back, and for shows it envelops you in the sound, not surround sound, but still fun. Although it gets glitchy when you pause shows, and unpause and the front HomePods stay muted. It’s fidgety to say the least.

[@tronam]

As someone who uses high end studio monitors for production work, I never found the OG HomePods to be balanced at all. They always sounded overly boomy, especially with electronic music. The new ones have much clearer highs and upper mids, with more balanced bass.

[@SimpleFiction]

I remember watching your video before I went and picked up the original homepod. Love it to this day

[@enriquemurillo3453]

Yes!!!! He’s back! Glad you’re well and back to making the content we need. The Apple experience wasn’t the same without you.

[@JimZarasOfficial]

You are the only person in the whole KZbin that I trust on how the HomePod sounds. Your opinion is 100% true. No bs!

[@stevesimmons6500]

happy new year erfon !!! where you been man? so great to see you on here again your original video of stereo pair HomePods cannot be beaten imho was so funny and informative I really cannot wait for more !!!

[@mybackyardfruits6299]

Awesome 🎉🎉🎉 Elijah😀 you are back💪 I miss your great sense of humor, I always have enjoyed your videos because you have a great personality who has made me laugh a lot of times, so don’t stop. When I started my channel you are one of the persons who inspired me in this journey, don’t stop. I look forward to seeing more videos from you👍 thank you.

[@gustolferson962]

I was so excited to see that your channel had come up telling me you had new video! I love your channel and what you do! I did check last year and a couple weeks ago to see if you had posted a video and sadden, so I am happy to see your back and look forward seeing your video. You bring such character / humor to your videos and alway love watch them! I hope your back and not going anywhere looking forward to watching video! Keep up the fantastic job!

[@RoderickLucassen]

Love that you are back! Thanks for your thoughts and insights. Never seen a man who can say as much as you do just with facial expressions. Thanks man!

[@hardikphotos9813]

It’s lovely to see you back with the HomePods! I adore my stereo pair and regularly play it with a Logitech 2.1 system via AirPort Express. I had a JBL sub that died before it. AirPort Express + HomePod stereo pair is a great combo.

[@NicholasBerry_1]

Erfon, welcome back! 4:30 - Swallowed deep by the envelope of power, haha!

[@Mr.Bear.]

😃 So strange… JUST yesterday I googled “what happened to youtuber Erfon Elijah?”, as I really have missed your videos and the charming way you present content. A BIG welcome back 🤗😃

[@show1877]

Dude, I've been looking for you every several months, going what happened to my homepods and anything apple sound guy? Welcome back. Hearing where you have been would be cool too. I'm glad you're not dead or seriously injured... as if stepping away from KZbin means that... lol.

[@lundog8548]

Give em the love….tonite. Good to see you back man. Just one point I would imagine it will take a little while for the new speakers to be at they’re best there’s usually a break in period for new speakers.

[@ROMANPANTIN]

I have been waiting for you for two years. And, after watching this video,.... it was worth it every second. WELCOME BACK!!! Don't ever leave us again, please.

[@justinbuettner8547]

I hope you do the dual paired sets for home theater. I would be really excited to know if that crazy set up is worth it or not.

[@Changuitoance]

Yes!! Definitely do this soon!

[@apexerman1]

A second yes! Pair with Apple TV 4K.

[@MarzMeza]

iv done dual stereo setup with 4 OG HomePods Great for Music im still undecided about home theater wise Tho. I seem to get bass cancelation instead of bass multiplication but ill love to see what happens when Erfon Elijah does his tests

[@patterson282011]

Welcome back…can you tell us if it is better to place the 2 pods behind the couch instead of the side of the tv?

[@Streamlined955]

I’m happy with my Gen 2 pair but I left my Gen 1 pair hooked up to my main TV. That tells you everything you need to know.

[@DeesBees85]

The moment we saw those new HomePods announced we all knew this account was going active again soon. 😄

[@ScarTrakk]

Same haha

[@play3rhter]

Thank you for making another video been waiting for this to come out!

[@Ykodi01234]

Thanks. Can you please check the spatial audio performance of the new gen? Apple recommended 120 cm between them in order to achieve the best results.

[@TJWasiuk]

Please do more. You were the one that convinced me to go full into the dual OG HomePods.

[@DrewMaw]

Dude I love your energy. Glad you’re back!

[@JimBruhn]

Would like to hear you test both with audio directly from Apple Music. This should play higher quality music that is mixed specifically for the HomePods

[@Mikr84]

Thanks for another great review! I love your compassion, enthusiasm and honesty! Already looking forward to your next video!

[@MarkD3P]

Yes! Finally! Welcome back Erfon!

[@vladalba4091]

Welcome back Elijah!!!!! So glad to see you back. it’s been a while, hope to continue seeing your great review videos.

[@mbrennecke]

So happy for your return, don't do that to us again :) --- Suggest a Blind test to see if your love for the original is unintentionally biased?

[@chrismaki8396]

I loved your review as I have only recently bought two used v1s and set them up as a stereo pair. Then, the v2 launched and I began to worry that the great sounding v1s were obsolete duds. I wish to believe that their sound is already great enough and the added cost of the newer ones is insufficient motive to upgrade. Finally, I have been toying with your final thought on setting up two stereo pairs of v1s in the same listening area. Did you try it? Was it worth it? Any additional advice would be appreciated. Subbed and looking forward to reviewing past & future posts! Though I didn’t know I missed you, I’m so happy you are back.

[@sharksbean]

I was listening to this with first Gen AirPods Pro and even then I can honestly saw you’re right that the original HomePods stereo pair does sound just a tiny bit better. Of course I have the two HomePods mini and this are fine by me for all I actually care

[@BloodCatGang]

Oh really? So glad to see you again on KZbin. Miss you.

[@Anonyme09865]

Was waiting for this update!!

[@MarzMeza]

talking about dual stereo pair home theater listening. I have recently acquired 4 OG HomePods and im running them both in stereo pair u should try that to compare which is better. OG on one side of the room and V2 on other side of the room. and compare the sparkle

[@brucegreenberg7573]

Hi Elijah. Good to see you’re posting tech reviews again. I just have one original HomePod, and like the sound especially the extended bass!

[@lucaszavala2953]

I just got the new set in. I feel like the old set has deeper bass at lower volumes. I also think the minis have much better and clearer vocals for use as TV speakers. The large ones are definitely better for movies and music, but for regular TV viewing, the minis vocals are way clearer.

[@glitzersuite9556]

V1 sounds richer and more clear and pronounced in the mids and lows. Good that y'r back. (oh and BTW, you're more than welcome to play our music in your videos, we don't mind and will not complain or sue you for it ✨🤌✨)

[@luketimothy]

Everytime I saw your channel with no updates the last two years it made me sad. So glad to see you back!

[@marceloecalves]

I was wondering when you would be back to do a HomePod 2nd gen video. Liked the first one and the HomePod mini review. Thanks

[@t-mo82]

Glad to have you back buddy, love the humor, look forward to some sweet sweet videos.

[@alexandreseabrasouto6001]

Please test the Harman Kardon aura studio 3 or 4 if you have the chance. I would love to see your reaction and even the comparison with the home pod

[@slogorman123]

Great to have you back 🎉. I would be interested to see if the speakers get better with a bit more time to allow the speakers to bed in?

[@ErfonElijah]

Thank you! I’ll definitely do a follow up to see how the new HomePods perform once they’ve gotten more use

[@ChicagoTechGuy]

Love how you listen to Dr. Disrespect, great music! Going to be getting 2 of these soon for my TV with my Apple TV.

[@curtis24-7]

Glad you're back! One of my favourite reviews, keep up the great work!

[@Andyjocks]

Wow! so great to see you again!!

[@Aj-lj2uz]

Thank you for uploading this! Looking for a video comparing the OG vs the new HomePod stereo pairing!

[@ijrc01]

Glad you’re back, brother. Missed your content while you were gone.

[@wesleybeason7198]

Glad your back, really missed your videos and yes make a video on why you disappeared for so long.

[@vxx_tokyo]

Welcome back, we missed you. More please!

[@feliperas]

So nice to see you reacting to this music again. Welcome back!

[@Microes57]

Finallyyy !! You have to try them during a movie in stereo right now! Thanks for this first review😉

[@B1ack1ceCollectibles]

Definitely worth the wait! Welcome back!!!

[@angfam7729]

Awesome to have you back! I've been waiting for you to do this review and looking forward to your future ones. I hope your new HomePods improve over time and eventually score an A rating. I'm looking at buying Atmos TV speakers in June, and I'm thinking either the new HomePods or Sonos.

[@KirillSkobelev]

I was hoping you play Mr Disrespect from the first seconds and you DID!!

[@Gemolitics]

And......KZbin is suddenly alive again! 🎉😎 Glad you're back and looking good Efron. Like many others, I'd go back to your page every once in a while hoping you'd resurface but no such luck. I bought my OG HomePod after watching your videos and when they suddenly canceled it, I resisted the urge to buy one on eBay at inflated price. Bummed that the new one is not compatible and will wait for your Atmos review to decide if I get a used OG or the new set.

[@gameallday35]

I thought you will never show up for this video… thanks for be back

[@synoykkassey1277]

Just a quick question, will 2 homepod and a apple tv 4k will work if I use my TV OS to play music and videos? I'm quite sure my wife doesn't want to use the apple tv OS. I want to change my setup from sonos beam 2 to homepod stereo

[@ErfonElijah]

Yeah if you have a newer apple 4k and earc on your tv you can use the HomePods as the speakers for all you tv audio, including the TV’s OS and even game consoles.

[@synoykkassey1277]

@ErfonElijah thank you so much! Great vid BTW. Cheers!

[@cr0okedcr0w30]

welcome back Elijah! where have you been? 😂 there is no better occasion to return! welcome back to homepods too! god i missed you! I have 7 of the originals and although Siri is quite disappointing, I love them! I think I'll buy a couple of the new ones too (but I’m afraid they will sound worse)

[@shayes1169]

All our HomePods have a pair. We have 2 HomePods V1 and 8 minis. All paired and all sound great when we fill the house with music.

[@sharonb.9128]

Great video. Is it true speakers need to be “broken in”, that the components need time to adjust together? IDK. That could be a crock but it could be true too.

[@willierevilla4217]

Welcome back Efron! I also have the original HomePods (1 Pair) and for a simple solution for the Matter and Sensors I just bought a couple of HomePod Minis which I also use for back ground music while reading and the other connected to my AppleTV in my bedroom.

[@lucidhysteria]

LOVE THAT SHIRT! Such an underrated film. But yeah, the rest of the video is helpful, too, but it's hard to know how subjective this stuff is and who I should believe. I've seen several other more technical videos from other people saying the bass is not quite as thumpy on the new ones but the clarity on the high end is significantly improved. Idk. In any case, I'm really curious to hear more thoughts regarding Dolby Atmos performance with music and especially in a home theater setup.

[@ErfonElijah]

I think we gotta do those tests next!

[@lucidhysteria]

@@ErfonElijah The thing about the HomePods as TV speakers is I just don't get consistent audio sync :( I LOVE the sound of the stereo pair, but the audio just gets out of sync too often and I can't figure out any consistent fix (this happens whether I'm the eARC feature or simply using them as speakers with my Apple TV). All that to say... do YOU not have these issues? And if you do, what do you do about them? Maybe you could do a video about that... :) (To bring it back full circle to your shirt, we were actually trying to watch Star Trek III (in glorious 4k HDR) over the weekend with the HomePods as speakers, and after a few minutes in I had to give up and switch back to my old wired speakers. I should say I'm using the OG HomePods and the 2nd gen Apple TV 4k, so not exactly the latest, but if I'm having so many issues on these, I'm not about to shell out $600 for new HomePods and another $150 for the new Apple TV and very likely end up with the same issues)

[@MrCoords]

Something many people have not mentioned or perhaps thought about is that speakers need time to wear in and warm up. A new speaker will sound different from a speaker that has been used for a few years. It wouldn't be different with these speakers either.

[@BoWSkittlez]

First time viewer here and I wanna say your personality alone convinced me to subscribe!

[@jonnyj76]

Hopefully he stays around. I enjoy his channel more than most! Please keep it going!

[@swarooppatil0806]

Hey it’s not only you, but even I think, at least from the video what I think is that the old HomePods have a just a very little bit less punch in them than the V2(s). But, they are overall more defining if you get what I mean. The new HomePods don’t miss out on clarity but, they are a little bit less clear than the V1(s). Idk, I might be completely wrong.

[@Joseph-Lau]

Yes, that's what I want the type of the review for HomePod - compare in stereo paired! Now, since they sound so close, how about a blind test?

[@bredker]

love the videos and great comedic talent! I have a 6-homepod setup going for jammin out and its pretty sweet, although controlling music with 6 homepods playing at the same time can be kind of laggy.

[@simonb3280]

Is there more coming anytime soon??? Please!!!

[@unpopularopinions1776]

How would the listening experience on a pair of these compare to a Dolby atmos sound at?

[@BloodCatGang]

A question: I have 2 HomePods in stereo, and sound quality different from source from iPhone and iMac (ALAC). Some days before I found the reason, on iMac turned on sound improvement in preferences. After enabling this preferences I can’t to hear that poor sound from iPhone source. Can you make a video, and what I need to do with that, in this situation I can get good music quality only from iMac, but I know that this HomePods can sound much better. Help me, if I can get a good sound from iPhone source too on my HomePods.

[@deanmessham1159]

Good to see you back man, great review, looking forward to the new videos, don’t let us wait two years again

[@ernobalazs7860]

After having viewed your homepod videos countless times during the last 2 years (really!), I enjoyed this new gen2 video with wide smile on my face... WELCOME BACK ERFON!!!! Thank you for your review, I used my 2 OG homepod for this video and I heard that OGs' sound is noticeably smoother, more sophisticated than the 2nd gens'. I also love my stereo pair and at least the world must be collapsed to make me sell them. Nevertheless I am also happy knowing that the homepods are on the market again.... and also happy that Erfon is back again! I can hardly wait for new contents Erfon! Thank you again!!!

[@rooftopazn18]

I had no idea you're a Doc fan! love that. Glad you are back Erfon!

[@icecfe]

Do you still have that Kids Logic Magnetic Back to the Future Delorean?

[@techsmac3293]

I am in love with your videos! Your expressions and reviews make me keep binging all of your videos! Please keep uploading new videos each week like you say on your cover photo! ❤😭

[@agmos01]

Glad to see you back here Erfon!

[@j.antonioleyva8365]

How did Apple go backwards on the new HomePods?!? I have 5 OG HomePods set up around the house. You can literally hear the difference between the two, the OG HomePods have the bass boom. Like Efron mentioned Apple did cut costs on V2 HomePods.

[@samhendersonn]

Dude you even played the OG track, I love you

[@kellyjohnson6292]

Yes! Please do a 4 speaker set up for tv! I just bought my 2nd and love the stereo pair for tv. Thanks for your review 👏

[@ilovemusic6794]

Your one eye brow raise is so epic!! I wish I could do that!

[@super_hero2]

please also compare home theater between these two homepods.

[@rstr0up]

Holy crap, yes, he lives!!! No lie, I got sad a while back and assumed the Covid got ya. Glad you’re back!

[@landynsmith]

I’ve been so excited for this

[@simonb3280]

Being a fan of you is great, cos you got the most amazing and entertaining content. Being a fan of you is also a real challenge, cos you got not enough content.

[@derisnel]

You're the man, I was waiting for your review for weeks. Now I can confirm the OG HP sounds so much better. Thank You!!!