Meet Joe, and his amazing DIY horn speakers

Joe is a retired NYC police officer, an expert machinist, and hard core DIY audiophile!
This is Part 1 of my interview, in Part 2 we tour Joe's workshop, don't miss it!!
#audiophile #hornspeakers #DIYaudio

[@beestoe993]

Im going to bookmark this and pull it out when my wife thinks Ive gone to far with my audio obsession.

[@josephbulger7302]

Hope that works for you !!!! Joe

[@beestoe993]

@@josephbulger7302 that's quite the DIY system Sir! I am working on some DIY speakers myself. Using some 2nd hand klipsch horns to build myself some "Clonewall's". Your system makes me feel like a rank amateur though.

[@afrog2666]

The "I`m not so bad, look at THIS guy" excuse has served me well many times ;)

[@josephbulger7302]

@@afrog2666 I am glad it works for you !!! Joe

[@MikeDawson1]

@@afrog2666 worked well for me with headphones.. for a while... now I have such a collection I think I'm the guy that other people are showing to their wives

[@mikesmith71]

Surely I'm not the only person yelling "Turn it on!"? I wanna see the grin on his face as the sound fills the room 😊

[@tedfitz8824]

Part 2: Joe plays King Tubby records for the whole video

[@RobotronR6]

@@tedfitz8824 BWAHAHAHAHAAHA!!! Fuck, I have a King Tubby record..

[@afrog2666]

I wanna be there and put on London Grammar`s Rooting For You or maybe some Wolf Alice or eeh, well anything, I just wanna be there hehe xD

[@pekkatiira]

@@RobotronR6 if you want to listen to good dub King Tubby is the wrong artist IMHO.

[@RobotronR6]

@@pekkatiira i dont know what good dub is, can you show me the way?

[@Johanniscool]

I hope this guy never decides to use his powers for evil.

[@Cocteau61]

ex Bed Stay cop

[@ronaldrice2936]

Me Too

[@sbbinahee]

😂

[@josephbulger7302]

Evil people will always find a way to vent their twisted rage by any means at their disposal. I am totally on the opposit side of the fence and would stop them at all cost, just like the 21 yrs. I served this city as an NYPD officer. Peace, love, and audio is my motto !!. Joe

[@toejamr1]

It’s such a joy to watch a man in his element. He’s like a kid. I love it!

[@josephbulger7302]

A rather old kid but young at heart !!!

[@gtric1466]

I'm Speechless..i would travel to the reaches of the continent and pay admission just to hear his system.

[@josephbulger7302]

No admission fee, just a trip to Greenpoint Brooklyn !!!

[@93redcamaroz28]

@@josephbulger7302 I'm looking up flights

[@inherent777]

@@josephbulger7302 hi, Joe. Please update and make new videos on your KZbin channel! Man, you're the best!

[@mrsandroks]

Wow thats a good idea I am curious to hear this system

[@jlmain5777]

I like that Joe went “over” someone’s house in California. That’s beautiful. This is what happens when you leave guys alone to do what they want. Impressive system. Great interview!

[@mikeh2520]

You need to understand the New York City language that Joe speaks. Joe is a classic NYC guy.

[@jlmain5777]

Mike H Oh yeah, he’s great. A real New Yorker. I lived in NYC for 10 years. I love that place and the people.

[@jlmain5777]

Michael Margiotta Joe says in the beginning that he went over to the doctor’s (Dr’s) house in California to learn about the speaker design.

[@actontreadway1168]

NY colloquialism.

[@schlomoshekelstein908]

@W N dr Hsu right? yeah it's gotta be. i got one of his subwoofers in my living room

[@daveshear]

Wow, that's got to be the most elaborate DIY system I've seen. The room construction is awesome as well. Great job!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your nice comments. Joe

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

3 minutes in and I already love this guy's ingenuity. Looking forward to part two 😄

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you !! Joe

[@victorsierra5705]

Sierra brooks horns :)boy it feels so good seeing something we build near 20 yrs ago used in the heart (midrange horn) of this awesome system.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you !!! Joe

[@weatheranddarkness]

It had been ages since i'd heard that name and a lot of memories came flooding back. Always wanted the big 80 or 100hz one

[@chadbarker2316]

This dude is fckn cool! Love people that build stuff like this.

[@PotBanginEejit]

I could have many enjoyable beers with that fella. In fact it's doesn't even matter if he doesn't drink, I'll drink enough for two... I'll do my best anyway.

[@ryotaryuu]

he's probably a bourbon guy, 😉

[@acronus]

"...and this goes from 10 kHz up to bat territory..." I like that description.

[@thecheese2386]

Joe's knowledge and passion are inspiring!!! With his attention to every aspect of the system and the room, I would guess that Joe's system rivals the best in the world. All I can say is AWESOME! Thank you for sharing your creation!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments. Joe

[@OG10]

This is the best video you’ve done of someone’s system. What a lovely guy

[@ronaldrice2936]

Love Them All but when you can build your own stuff , awesome 💯👍

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words, Joe

[@mccanlessdesign]

@@josephbulger7302 Super - just super - the joy of creation shows in your words. I think that the ability to imagine something that is "not there", and by thinking and design and hard work to make it exist, is the closest to magic and metaphysics we'll ever get. Couple days after Christmas now; can't wait to get back home and into my shop.

[@timrassi5535]

This was all very interesting. I appreciate Joes attention to every detail. Thank you both for sharing.

[@theartistformerlyknownasje6358]

This man is living his best life 👍

[@amazoidal]

NYPD Pensions are among the highest in the World. Better than Cali's CALPERS.

[@ronaldrice2936]

He's the most complete audiophile that I've seen when you can pick all your gear and build your own speakers from scratch including picking the drivers and crossovers what do you want what kind thanks for the video Steve. 💯🔈🔉🔊🔊

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you. Joe

[@steveoh3527]

This is by far your best interview in most part due to Joe, what a legend and please do more with this guy!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comment.

[@woohunter1]

I wish this guy was my neighbor, I would never have a noise complaint.

[@ronaldrice2936]

Me eather cause I'LL be over there till he kicks me out,😂🤣🔈🔉🔊💯

[@iydkydg123]

Incredible. Simply incredible! I’m speechless by his ingenuity. Bravo!!!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words. Joe

[@oldschoolaudioenthusiast]

These two videos are amazing. Joe is amazing! Here's a retired police officer who based on and tied to his incredible audio passion developed skills that transformed him into a highly skilled Mechanical and Electrical Engineer in his own right! This proves that if you really care about something and you're willing to learn, you can do anything! Very inspirational. I'm looking forward to seeing the completed turntable once it's fully operational!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments.

[@atticusrussell1225]

@@josephbulger7302 hey Joe the amount of knowledge and love that you obviously put into this is awesome! Hope you're enjoying it! Love seeing all the engineering principles and knowledge you picked up

[@terrykemp8131]

Brilliant. He reminds me of PC Dibble from Top Cat. One of the best technically savvy audiophiles I have ever seen. Even Steve is quiet lol.

[@TimpBizkit]

I thought he sounded familiar but was thinking of either one of the blues brothers or maybe one of the mafia on the Simpsons but the guy from Top Cat fits it better

[@Gcrilla]

Tc sounds, those are some amazing subs. I like this guy. You can tell these speakers are his passion, this guy probably absolutely loves his system.and talk about room treatment! Thanks for your Service Joe!

[@aleksipapa6557]

amazing.all my respect to this man for all the passion and the work to build that special system

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comment !!! Joe

[@darrellbissing]

An audiophile of great courage! An audiophile to be greatly admired. My best to you, Joe.

[@josephbulger7302]

You comments are much appreciated !!! Joe

[@amysarg]

This guy is so much fun. Thanks for bringing us this video, Steve.

[@thomshere]

I am so very impressed! Thanks for this Joe! You are now one of my new heroes! DIY is the way to go!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you. Much appreciated.

[@OnTheEllipse79]

Thanks, Steve...I love this guy’s enthusiasm and humility. Cheers to you, Joe

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments !! Joe

[@WindomRettes]

My jaw dropped to the floor and stayed there while watching and listening to this video,simply amazing!

[@josephbulger7302]

Glad you enjoyed the videos !!! Joe

[@adambrown8867]

This guy's version of not being rich is way different than my version of not being rich.

[@adambrown8867]

@33Ddg209Ret7 If he was a beat cop, he was crooked.

[@garyjohnson4657]

He said he wasn't rich. He didn't say he was poor.

[@MaxiMe-et4zs]

Amazing just freaking amazing. I am a DIY’er my self but this man has a HOBBY. Good for him.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words. Joe

[@MildEightnoon]

This video made me really happy. This guy is so passionate and dedicated. What a great video.

[@josephbulger7302]

Making the system was a lot of work, but very rewarding. Joe

[@decoryder]

The 'retired police officer' part blew me away. I don't think our country can afford to have talented people like Joe retire, looks very much in his prime to me:) I hope Joe has many more years to enjoy his hobby, and I wish him all the best.

[@josephbulger7302]

thank you for your very kind comments. Much appreciated !! Joe

[@ColocasiaCorm]

Um was his talent being a police officer?

[@ColocasiaCorm]

@@josephbulger7302joe can i come over???

[@johnwatt3221]

Simply astonishing ! Congratulations Joe: a true triumph !

[@Koru-Health]

Incredible system! Thanks for sharing Joe.

[@largecarken8504]

Fascinating! Can’t wait to hear it though my iPhone.

[@afrog2666]

This is definitely one of the most impressive DIY systems I`ve ever seen, fantastic stuff!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words !!! Joe

[@vernmeyer4485]

That is the Craziest system I have ever seen. There is so much money in the house,and system. I want one just like that one someday.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you. Everything is much easier to make when you start with an empty house. Joe

[@Isthmiades2]

I find it genuinely moving seeing and listening to someone like Joe showing and explaining the details of something so beautiful that they've conceived, designed and built. The guy is a diamond and so is his system.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you very much for your kind comments !!!

[@Stan_the_Belgian]

Love your enthousiasm Joe, you really are an inspiration to the diy community showing what is possible if you have a passion, time and skills. Thanks for sharing!

[@josephbulger7302]

Hi, Stanislas Your positive comments are very much appreciated !!!!! Joe

[@SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Don’t miss part 2 with Joe!

[@davidcastillo1340]

How does Joe's system sound, Steve?!

[@amazoidal]

This is in an apartment? How can you crank this up? Joe needs to move into a house!

[@Rendraco79]

oh I'm using my patience almost at limit! give us that video! (great video, thks )

[@meanmontus]

Thank you... :)

[@pauljones9150]

Hey can you AirBNB with Joe to hear his speakers? Does he do tours?

[@jaspers49]

Huge respect to this guy!

[@miguelbarrio]

Loved it!!! Thx Joe and Steve!!!

[@rusty1999]

This is one of the best Horn system I've ever seen. Probably thee best! I love horns myself... something about them that make it feel like the artist is right there singing in the room. I hope we can see a video of these playing music, that would be amazing! Great video Steve and Joe! Joe is forever a legend in the audio world for this setup! Amazing!

[@josephbulger7302]

Rusty, Thank you for your positive comments !!!! Joe

[@johnolson4977]

Joe = True audiophile, another great video Steve

[@avjake]

The sound isolation of the room is even more impressive than the system.

[@Skene63]

Steve, thanks for accepting Joe's offer to visit his place. That turned out to be a great video. Thats was so interesting. I'm sure there's more stuff we could learn from him.

[@mikeh2520]

This is a great presentation. Such a high level of commitment to the art and Joe is one of those special people. A great inspiration.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your positive comments. Joe

[@deevnn]

The question is: When will there be a review of his sound system?

[@ronaldrice2936]

Yes we need That Steve 🤔

[@frank2217]

Yes, I want to know, how does it sound? ?!!

[@hifiguy10]

Horns have no bass, and sound, well... horn-y.

[@evilwoodchuck]

@@hifiguy10 I think those four 18" subs might beg to differ with you.

[@hifiguy10]

evilwoodchuck then 10 18” speakers would be even better, right? This is a glorified PA system.

[@carminedesanto6746]

Wow, that’s dedication to the art 👍

Craziest Hi-Fi-setup I’ve ever seen! Also the way he explains everything is so accurate and amazing to listen to!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments.

[@thasickest]

This is such a well thought out and executed setup, from the speakers to the sound treatments. An absolutely amazing space. I have a newfound respect for horns. Thanks, Joe.. and Steve.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments !!! Joe

[@JeffMudrick]

I've never felt so unworthy. Just amazing.

[@ronaldrice2936]

I am too as good as my system make be I tell my friends these real audiophile wires cost more than my system.🤪

[@AudiophileTubes]

Don't feel unworthy Jeff! We all learn from the masters over time.

[@josephbulger7302]

Jeff, I was not born with this talent, it was nurtured by desire and love of music. I was fortunate to have lots of like minded friends who helped me along the way. Never feel unworthy !!! Joe

[@axxxxman]

Amazing guy, wish we had about 20 more hours of listening to him.

[@xMoac]

the System looks so darn impressive, I would love to hear a horn speaker at least once in my life. Such a humble and genuine human, a 'mensch' as the saying goes.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments !!! Joe

[@friedeyes333]

This is too cool. I remember meeting Joe and his lovely wife a few years back at the Newport Beach show. I was invited out to dinner by our mutual friend Jeffrey at HWS and they had accompanied him out for the show. They couldn't have been more gracious and affable. Truly wonderful people. Thanks for making this video, Steve!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thanks for your kind comments. I miss the shows, and the nice people we have met over the years. This virus has caused everyone much grief.

[@garryhall8696]

Best of all videos you’ve done.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you !!

[@DeeDub104]

Joe, we need to get a signup sheet for tours of this rig. Respect.

[@josephbulger7302]

You are not the first person to suggest just that ! Joe

[@Mile-long-list]

Oh wow what a wonderful job he has done !! Brilliant! I bet it sounds fantastic there's nothing that sounds like big horns. Just gotta get my wife on board. Or overboard if we take a cruise somewhere, then I can do this.

[@TNPFan]

How can you not love this guys passion and making the time and effort to do something about it!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments. joe

[@michaelharden6538]

I'd like to comment but man words can't describe this system

[@ronaldrice2936]

Nope every detail , amazing really,💯👍

[@josephbulger7302]

Glad you appreciate all the work, it was definately worth it !! Joe

[@dougg1075]

Was wondering where the top was.. this is it. Amazing

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you !! joe

[@NexiTech]

I'm speechless :) I wish you long and healthy life Joe. Thanks for the video!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words. Same back to you !!!

[@robburnside6636]

Thanks for your service to the community Joe and thanks for sharing your work and passion for the best in audio.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words !!! Much appreciated. Joe

[@i20010]

This guy is a legend. I would pay for plane tickets to hear these monsters.

[@josephbulger7302]

No money necessary. If you make it to Greenpoint, Brooklyn you would be welcome for a listen. Joe

[@mag-wp6yt]

Steve and Joe, you've broke the comment section, and our minds with this one!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind words. Peace. Joe

[@jeffsloane8628]

Joe and his system and room are AWESOME!!!! Thank you Steve.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you !!!

[@AudiophileTubes]

Just WOW Steve! This is probably your best video yet! Joe is a shining example of an audiophile's unique dedication and passion to his 'hobby'! I wouldn't be surprised if he is also an avid Ham Radio (Amateur Radio) enthusiast and tinkerer, given those presumably great 'homebrew' speakers! I hope to god that there will be a forthcoming video where we at least attempt to hear them (even with the limitations of KZbin and our PC speakers, headphones, etc.)! Thank you Joe and Steve.

[@josephbulger7302]

You nice comments are much appreciated !!! Joe

[@motorradmike]

One word: Wow!

[@daveg5590]

That's three words Michael Would've been one if you just said wow.

[@eliotjacobsen4361]

Epic system. I love Joe and his commitment to learning and DIY.

[@Gomez561]

Great to see his passion for audio, level of knowledge, and skill to develop this amazing system 🙌🏼

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your positive comments.

[@3lueant347]

Thank you Joe for sharing your passion.

[@jimminychristmas8100]

Unbelievable! And Joe is in the lead, by a mile!

[@TheLiggster]

This is amazing!! I’m speechless, his knowledge is endless 😮😃

[@josephbulger7302]

I had lots of help along the way. Very few people posess the knowledge along with the ability, money and time to actuall make a system like this. I am very fortunate !!!! Thanks for watching the video !!!

[@jameswester333]

Amazing system Joe. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the inspiration!

[@HansDelbruck53]

Looking at an impressive speaker system is like listening to a Picasso painting.

[@mariodrv]

Wow. Got something to aim for now. :) Just started out with RP-600Ms and a NAD C316BEE plus an ugrade kit from GR Research including new crossover and damping material.

[@josephbulger7302]

Glad you enjoyed the video. There is always something new to learn. Joe

[@gregt5996]

Amazing system Joe...Bet it sounds fantastic !!

[@theberiah]

LEGEND! Thanks for documenting and sharing. Blessings to this guy.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thanks for your kind comment !!!! Happy and safe New Year !! Joe

[@theberiah]

@@josephbulger7302 happy new year, sir.

[@carolineleonard8214]

F*** me. Joe is living my dream and his own. I wish to convey my complete and utmost respect to Joe. He has made my thoughts of building a few bits and pieces of HiFi dwindle to nothing. I love his skills and modesty that comes with everything. JOE YOU ROCK.

[@AudiophileTubes]

Joe is the epitomy of self-taught, do-it-yourself enthusiasts and hobbyists! Even though he is not a NASA scientists or speaker designer engineer, he obviously learned all this and figured it out, presumably by himself! Mega respects go out to him for sure! Nice comment.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for you kind comments. I did a lot of listening, asked lots of questions, did lots of research, and lucky to have met the right people for guidance. You have to add your time and skills. Joe

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for you kind comments. Joe

[@time_g9814]

Joe looks so happy this is wonderful!!! @steveguttenberg you made his day/week/year This is awesome.

[@josephbulger7302]

You are correct.

[@blanchae]

The sound proofing of the walls is incredible. The room acoustics is amazing also.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for you nice comments.

[@photorealismstr]

That is the most mind blowing diy speaker if ever seen!!! Cheers from a horn lover from Greece!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thanks for your kind comments.

[@robh9079]

This guy is insane! What's he on! - and where can can you get it!

[@rd264]

reminds me of my neighbors wife. very loud, 86 years old, still drives.

[@mondoenterprises6710]

It would be interesting to know about some of Joe's favorite music and about the detail, imaging, sound stage, etc. he achieves. Just imagine Miles or Frank pouring out of that system. Audio Nirvana.

[@Canadian_Eh_I]

I want to know too !

[@albertomarino242]

A man’s mind & thoughts & dreams converted into reality! I love it ! Just Love it !

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you, Alberto, for your positive comments !!!! Joe

[@johngrant5749]

Jeeez!!! WOW!!! Just WOW!!!incredible. System and room. 👍😃😎

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you !!! Joe

[@midevil1980]

I'm scared for my future... 🤣

[@lunamanno4121]

Bellissimo!!!!!!!

[@larskarlsson9102]

Joe,you must be borderline genius,the dedication and knowledge to create all this is allmost to much to take in!On top of all that you seem to be an humble but great human being. All the best from Stockholm Sweden.

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your very kind comments. I am far from a genius, just persistent. I had lots of technical help from Dr. Bruce Edgar and 45+ yrs. of "high end" audio experience. I have learner alot from going to the many audio shows over the years, but i did build what you see. Being a police officer for 21 yrs.has helped me see how lucky and blessed I am. I am who you see in the video and will always be the same. If you ever make it Brooklyn N.Y., you will be welcome to come over for a listen !!! Joe

[@irawong]

I just watched this again. Love the passion of this man. Rock on!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thanks for your support !!!! Joe

[@mr.george7687]

All my life I've bought factory made mass produced speakers. What was I thinking!

[@highcurrent1125]

Jeeez dude....there's a job for you at the local nuclear fusion lab if you ever get tired of audio!

[@dougg1075]

HighCurrent11 I waiting for him to say the tweeter is a emitter from a particle smasher he got from CERN:)

[@ronaldrice2936]

He's tired of making 💣💣's lol

[@josephbulger7302]

I could probably get to the moon , but only one way !

[@charliewilson3234]

Joe!!! An absolute amazing guy!!!! Wow just wow....

[@VINTAGEO]

I'm a little late to the game, but what an amazing system and man! I think EVERYONE would like to see/hear a video of this setup!! Absolutely Fantastic! Great Job Joe!!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your kind comments !!! Joe

[@Lt.Mingus69]

I’d pay an admission fee to bring a few cd’s over for an hour.

[@AudiophileTubes]

Get in line, buddy! LOL

[@josephbulger7302]

No money needed, I have had many people over who I met for the first time and had a grest time. If you make to Greenpoint, Brooklyn--you would be welcome !!! Joe

[@Make-Asylums-Great-Again]

Joseph Bulger whitey bulger relations?

[@larskarlsson9102]

@@Make-Asylums-Great-Again You sure can pick the right jokes to make to an ex cop🤯

[@RJ_Chicago]

Steve, so those Cornwall IV speakers aren’t really that big after all. Compared to Joes system, the Cornwall IVs are like KEF LS50s or maybe like a pair of IEMs!

[@han36solo]

Wow! Thanks for sharing, Joe! Amazing!

[@josephbulger7302]

I am glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching !!!

[@jaybaldwin5376]

I LOVE Joe... What an amazing and talented guy.!!!

[@josephbulger7302]

Thank you for your king comments !!! Much appreciated. Joe

[@stefano2324]

What About all the piles of cds, aren't they going to rattle all over when the bass is loud?

[@josephbulger7302]

The cd's at the other of the room sometimes fall out of the shelves but the cd's up front never move or rattle. Joe

[@stefano2324]

Thanks for the answer Joe, I think you have an excellent sound system and i would love to listen to it. You are an inspiration to me, one day I will have a custom setup like yours to play all kinds of music and make my neighbors very happy as well