Spatial M3 Sapphire | Sound Clips with Commentary

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[@maxlee6676]

Please don't stop these demos!! I got anxiety when I saw people comment that these are pointless. THEY ARE NOT!

[@arun2995]

Agree. Of course there is nothing like listening to live but you can at least get an idea of what the system sounds like and people who say other wise are like Flat Earthier

[@xzing7]

Nobody is forcing them to listen.

[@thomosburn8740]

You need a killer pair of headphones, something with lower distortion than the speakers being demoed. I use the Hifiman HE400s for this, with each speaker demo it sounds completely different!

[@richardbaptist5080]

I love how you break this down into different categories. I don't think I've seen anyone else do this. More of these sound clips with different speakers please. I think this gives me a great overview of the speaker which is invaluable as you can rarely go to an audio store and listen to every speaker you want to hear. Thanks for doing this!

[@EasyFold007]

You have such a calming/meditative way of communicating. Love your content.. :)

[@treyhorn5645]

Clayton...... Very impressed ! Thank you guys for bringing these to the table.... So good in so many ways.... 💪👍✌️

[@flashhog01]

Great video Ron! I really enjoy this format with the sound clips framing what you are going to say about the speaker's ability to reproduce it.

[@kenstephens2955]

Hi Ron. I’m very grateful to have listened to the music and your comments on it. I am hoping that for the review you will include both female and male vocals that have good projection, so we can see if the female goes sibilant etc at higher levels and similarly if the male goes chesty with a big bass singing. With love, Ken

[@pandstar]

I really enjoy this style of review video. Very cool.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thanks!

[@andriwirawan8053]

this is one of the best audition and loudspeaker review....i can clearly enough got the feel with my headphone, as i were in that room.

[@MrCatalysis101]

Thanks Ron, I love these sound sample videos. Please do them for every speaker review.

[@bartvanransbeeck1341]

Wow ,best sound I heard on utube demo, top quality amazing

[@dharmachile999]

I think I have found my speakers. Thank you, NRD.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Good pick!

[@cybergod77]

nice sounding speakers and thks for the sound clips. Hope every future review will be in this format

[@cybergod77]

@@_Chev_Chelios Macbook pro > Monolith THX desktop dac/amp > M1060C

[@cybergod77]

@@_Chev_Chelios nope, only thru youtube. They've got good reviews

[@snowpuppy77]

Glad you are enjoying the Spatial M3S. Today on my M3S I was cranking some Porcupine Tree Metanoia especially tracks 3,6,7. Lots of repetition in these instrumental jams but lots of subtlety flows in and out and the recording is just excellent. I marvel at how well it all hold together so well when this music gets fast and congested. All the musical (psychedelic) lines just flow beautifully.

[@kenheidenreich3458]

Hey snowpuppy77 - awesome you commented here. I am hearing the speakers on headphones and Chord Mojo. What percentage of the sound of the M3S does this recording and playback on headphones capture what you hear in room with your M3S? 50%?

[@snowpuppy77]

@@kenheidenreich3458 I actually listened to it on my laptop speakers. Personally I think it is difficult to draw too many conclusion from a recorded demo. Even though Ron's are better than most. I do think that some things come though like sibilance for example. So while I do not know a percentage there is some insight to be had so maybe 50%. Also I think Ron's room is much better than mine. I have an awkward room which got me interested in open baffle to begin with and they made a big difference. Having listened to Ron a lot over the years I would give more weight to Ron's descriptions. I think Spatial still has the 60 day trial where you can return if you want and only pay shipping which is a little pricey but should be part of your budget if you are buying some high end speakers these days. Sometimes we just need to home audition our short list.

[@kenheidenreich3458]

@@snowpuppy77 Thanks for your thoughts. Enjoy your awesome speakers.

[@mattgiunt]

Fantastic sound demo.You have just set the bar at the top for how to do a sound demo.Listening to this on a Vanatoo T1. Would love to be able to afford these. Doesnt sound like you are playing at reference levels and still getting such a dynamic, fullness. Could be the perfect speaker for people who play at lower volumes. Now if you only had a home theater setup, cant imagine what sapphires would sound like as fronts with a sapphire center channel.

[@kartickgrover]

Hey man, your channel has been my favourite recently. Quality without pretence!! Keep it that way. I am from India and becoming a fan of your work!! Your work with Danny is phenomenal. Thanks for giving super equipment which is unassuming in the scheme of things, their true importance. When you review the Nxoticas and these, you know you will have this question coming your way? How do you distinguish between these and Danny’s OBs? I am sure it will put you on the spot but maybe you could talk about it in some future video. Cheers!!

[@jlrabe6241]

Man... these speakers just sound wonderful at all levels... even if only heard through my laptop and Sennheisers ! Thank you Ron for the extensive sound clips and congrats on a great room. I Would love to hear a strong and deep male voice such as Gregory Porter's for example.

[@JustinLoving]

This is very encouraging. I ordered a pair in white. Can’t wait to get them. Looking forward to the final review

[@fishingbear69]

Congrats on your purchase..hopefully you can also do some music samples, and if its ok to ask whats the retail price on those speakers..to have them delivered and all. ?

[@JustinLoving]

Edward WISDOM KEEPER/SEEKER OF TRUTH Thanks! I’m not a big believer in sound clips but I may do a video review of my own. The price depends on finish but mine shipped were $5300

[@fishingbear69]

@@JustinLoving thanks just..I do understand that that nothing is going to actually broadcast sound as if one was next to / the music being played..but enough info/sound quality does come through..to atleast , have some degree or picture..Or else I wouldn't have reacted as i have done so, and others as well,, the rest some imagination doesn't hurt..

[@fishingbear69]

@@JustinLoving im glad your getting these, I can't wait to atleast hear your take on them, and see your reaction as to how awesome they are,,as to myself the smaller model M5s will do since its for a medium size room i rent..,once I get back on my 2 feet..hopefully soon..looking forward to your demo/review/or a full live unboxing full setup, to the point that your actually are playing music through them..would be extra amazing.

[@stevenjackson8226]

A nice review format, nicely done. Very interesting speakers. How do they compare with Danny R's open baffles? One thing I noted, good-sounding room. It is (surprisingly? unsurprisingly?) rare among those making claim to this avocation to see a room acoustically treated as well and sounding as good, as yours. It's evidenced in both the music playback and the sound of your in-room vocal commentary. Tasteful decor and acoustic treatments and equipment set up, too; it looks well put together.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thanks!

[@anthonyfisher9538]

I've been waiting for this! I think it's about time to take a drive to Salt Lake to see and listen in person.

[@johnanderson8096]

Do you know if they have a listening room there??? Im only 200 miles away..

[@ABC-rh7zc]

@Marten Dekker just speaking for myself, I would not feel comfortable with a home trial unless I was at least 90% sure of keeping them. It doesn't work if your shortlist still includes 10 different speakers you want to hear before you buy. It's a pity that it's always so hard to hear speakers before buying and even more importantly. to hear them in ones own listening room! I've often thought that the best way would be to have a dealer ship several at once, so you can compare them back to back and pick a favourite. At least this way there is a high chance of a sale.

[@brianvportugal1155]

I love these speakers. They combine everything I want in a speaker. Just more than I can spend. Also pretty large but I love the sound. Great video Ron , can you pass along the sound tracks you used

[@lapocasini1246]

You probably know, but Clayton Shaw who designed these recently released the Caladans for 3k that Ron prefers to these. Smaller too.

[@thomaswachter7782]

Nice mic technique. Great choice of music because I really don't need to know the music to appreciate the sound. Nice job as always, Ron. Dripping with reverb. That's something I would say lol.

[@fishingbear69]

I'm wondering how will these compare with the ohm walsh speakers 3000 ?

[@mvh6455]

Great first impressions format! Btw, if you still have the Bifrost 2, Freya+ and Aegir around, would be nice to know what you think of that stuff with the Spatial M3 Sapphires in your final review!

[@markwinechairman]

I could get lost with a good bottle of wine and those speakers...real fast....and be up all night....Amazing! Thank you for Your Detailed....Insightful Reviews!!!

[@StephenHyder]

I did a back and forth between the clips here and the PSB T20s (I know, not fair) and WOW! These are so "there live" compared to the "chesty recording" sound of the PSBs. Again, I know that it isn't a fair comparison given the price difference, but it really helped me see just how amazing the sound of these speakers are.

[@mwahlert]

The bass is massive. I love it lol.

[@andreaweser]

I am sitting on my sofa laughing.....I am streaming this video through my computer to the PS Sprout 100 and into my Mordaunt Short Carnival 2's.....and I want to buy the Spatial M3.....beautiful....Thank you

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yeah I can’t blame ya! They are the real deal.

[@pergrana7677]

Amazing review, I love the format. This makes me regret that I smashed my diy open baffle speakers when I moved from a house to an apartment ten years ago. Now I don't blame the speakers, but I think the voices sound a bit less than great on the recording, they have a slight touch of a papery cardboard boxish sound (i.e. around 22:40). I'd guess it could be that the mic is too close to those huge membranes and get an off axis response, it would be cool to hear them recorded from your listening position, even if it becomes mono. I recommend checking out Jana Dagdagans binaural recordings of sterosystems for inspiration, they are pretty cool.

[@insertname5142]

Joe I think the strength of the speakers is the mid base Love this format wish you use this more often warmest regards

[@chrissnyder7968]

As always thanks for the time and effort you put into your videos, you are really "eat up" with this :-). Two questions if I may, are your external mics even with your seating position and at your ear level? It is too hard to tell from a flat 2D video. Secondly, it means more work but including your music tracks would be much appreciated. And while I am on a roll, how about dedicating an episode to identifying great sound tracks. I am sure you have played your share of outstanding tracks (as well has chalkboard tunes, I know I have). I have spent years of picking through Tidal, all genres, to find wonderfully emotionally sounding music. Chris

[@Darrellsrelm]

Great video and speakers! 👍 Listening to the mid bass and tom tom’s sounds unnatural a bit (not a lot) but the tom tom’s sound is being produced by bigger speakers losing the natural crack and lighter tone that they make. Still really fast though and overall sound is incredible. Thanks for taking the time sharing all the sound clips. They’re amazing.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thanks! At the time I did these clips, the sapphires were located in an area of my room that does have a 6db rise at 50hz. It’s possible you are missing some of the details because it’s masked by my room modes.

[@MaybeTiberius]

i m just starting out with audio using my first setup with a couple elacs and i am happy with it, but man... the more i see and hear about open baffles, the more i want some. The way they seem to integrate into the room and you re kinda IN the music is just... kinda breathtaking. box speakers even good ones...still kinda sound like a box. now those things are way out of my pricerange for a long while but i allready know, that years down the line or so with some saving up... i want some of these

[@m.r.3128]

Man your vids. are wicked - this highlights my beliefs on open baffle speakers precisely 🔊 even on the end of an iPad your views are distinctly accurate ✌🏽I’m enjoying the design process for this type of speaker design, no easy feat. Stay well mate

[@dizzylizzy2851]

Hi from Australia. I listened to this through (and the bonus video) headphones and was very impressed. I made a comment on your video with the stand mount speakers with the GR-Research open baffle subs. Anyway, loved them all. Thanks 🙏

[@lwwells]

This is my new Mystery Science Theater 3000.

[@Bombo503]

Man I love this format so much - it's like I'm sitting next to you enjoying these masterful transducers!

[@Newrecordday2013]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ABC-rh7zc]

Nice format for a review, and you are achieving great in-room sound compared to other videos which attempt this. Only suggestion I have is to use more variety of music - this selection was all very similar. Highly processed music and guitars tend to sound pleasing on most systems, whether true to the recording or not. On the other hand, raw acoustic recordings of real instruments are the most challenging to reproduce faithfully because we know what they should sound like. Perhaps try a live acoustic recording of piano, drums, bass guitar, a wind instrument and vocals.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thanks for the suggestions.

[@eliotjacobsen4361]

I was thinking this too. But I heard the female vocals (a difficult genre to reproduce well) part way through the playlist and they sounded great. I like the playlist, but consider adding more variety, more vocals, violin, cello, and if you can find some well-recorded piano. And if possible, A/B test against a set of speakers we may be familiar with. Sound demos without A/B tests are really hard to judge. PS: perhaps a video about how you set up the recording and equipment you're using and the room measurements and treatments. And yes, your comments on what you're hearing are helpful. Keep up the great work.

[@JetEarlewood]

I really like the format too.

[@OHMAudioChannel]

Listening through my Sennheiser PXC550 Bluetooth headphones, the speed of these things is really apparent in the bass drivers. I really need to hear these in person sometime.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yup! You are hearing it!

[@scarmenl]

The question for me. Are these speakers able to get loud? On occasion, I get in the mood and want to dial up the volume to move the furniture around stage. Can these speakers handle that?

[@BastianUllr]

Many things you describe, I get from my boxed speakers regarding placement behind the speakers.

[@manuelasoldo3732]

Interesting sound demo. Amazing tunes. Any chance to get a PLAYLIST ?

[@markbesner8722]

I really wonder what "Chocolate Chip Trip" by Tool would sound on those. The sound stage of this track is just insane at home. Those speakers really look at an other level compared to what I have.

[@psyrus73]

Finally! I’ve been waiting for this. I want to purchase a pair but not being able to hear them in person makes be a bit apprehensive. Regardless, thanks for the video. Btw, what finish is that? They look beautiful. That’s the finish I’ll probably go with.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Walnut. They are Beautiful! Thanks!

[@psyrus73]

New Record Day @new record day Then walnut it is. Thanks for the reply!

[@issadad]

With my 15 ft ceilings, I need soundstage height. Would any adjustments to placement or tilt throw a higher presentation?

[@porkchopspapi5757]

Can you tell us what trade-off happens with the 575 - 40k uniwave tweeter?

[@jamesgilmore-thewaterplusg5470]

Hi Ron, 7 minutes into your video, comments about guitar coming from behind the speaker. I wonder if you reversed the phase on both speaker wires if that would change the relative location of the guitar. It is called Absolute Phase.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Maybe. I can give it a try and see.

[@dailyfrenchie9047]

Great sound demo. You have an excellent room. I’ve been considering these and the spatial x5’s but wonder how’d they sound in my room which isn’t perfect. One speaker in a corner and one more open and only about 24”-30” from baffle to back wall.

[@Newrecordday2013]

You really need 3 feet from the wall to the front of the speaker to get them to open up. Clayton said he has had some customers as close to 2 feet but that might be pushing it.

[@dailyfrenchie9047]

@@Newrecordday2013 Thanks, probably going to keep drooling over these until I have a better space to listen to them. Thanks for the bonus video too. Definitely going to add those tracks to my demo playlist. 3 tracks I would die to hear on these: 1. Bom Dia Rio by Anouar Brahem; tidal.com/browse/track/79927163 2. Hunger of the Pine by Alt-J; tidal.com/browse/track/68606744 3. The Widower by Horse Feathers; tidal.com/browse/track/111397745 4. As Sylvie Was Walking by You Are Wolf;tidal.com/browse/track/83837542 Oh yeah, I said 3 but there's too much to listen to!! Enjoy these before you have to move on!

[@jungfamily5]

Ron, how does the mid range and highs compare to the Gallo Strada 2s?

[@Salvo100]

Hey Ron, could you tell me what the second tune was at 1:17? Thanks!

[@crazyprayingmantis5596]

Do you have any trouble with any feedback loop while playing vinyl? Because it sounds like these are pressurizing the room quite a bit. I'm sure your turntable is well isolated but these are nearly rattling the headphones off my head

[@Newrecordday2013]

Actually no. Sounds amazing on vinyl. Yeah the bass is bananas... I know.

[@wayneaustin7]

YES!!!! Just, yes, yes, YES!!!!! :-)

[@scottcarlon6318]

Would like to hear what the limitations are of the equipment presented. I do enjoy the videos very much, I’m hooked.

[@johnsimmons5056]

Hey Ron, what woodgrain finish is that on those ? Spatial offers a number of options and they look great.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Walnut and they look great.

[@JC-oz6xn]

Man, Where's the Allman Brothers? You're to be commended for the recording technique, you really captured it!

[@eyeshowyou]

Ron have you ever listen to the one way driver Sybelius from Pearl? If yes, what you think about them? Can you compare them with these speakers?

[@milesdufourny4813]

Which amplifier are you using with these speakers? I have to also say that there's very little interaction with the room itself, no muddying of the sound or soundstage.

[@Newrecordday2013]

I was using my LIO

[@treyallen2402]

Where did you find the SQ sound demo songs

[@JustinLoving]

This sound demo format is the only one I like. Without the commentary, imho, sound demos on KZbin are pointless. I wish there was a “audio virtual reality” that would allow us to hear what you heard. Haha. Maybe some day.

[@anthonynicholson5523]

Headphones

[@JustinLoving]

Anthony Nicholson yea that may be better but you still aren’t hearing what he is. Think about the entire recording and playback chain. It doesn’t make sense. His commentary is gold! He’s one my favorite reviewers.

[@linkeddevices]

the advantages if true seem like it'd still hamper the design of the mids and be highs, wouldn't open baffle subwoofers be a better idea? same goes for the devialet phantom which is a way over priced subwoofer with a pointless full range driver when it should just be something more like the b and w pv1 but priced more reasonable. I'll try getting some 16 inch drivers and putting together some open baffle subwoofers. I tend to prefer sealed, and even passive radiators over reflex ported. the open baffle woofers I've heard tended to sound more lkke a club.

[@michaelgarnett1372]

Does the Vinny R have a built in streamer (assuming that’s what’s driving these today) ?

[@Newrecordday2013]

No. I used Roon via my MacBook Pro.

[@FelixMorariu]

Hey Ron, what rack do you have on the right of the screen. I am looking a rack and I would like one like that.

[@Newrecordday2013]

I built it.

[@dt9359]

This is one of the only useful ways to use the “sound clip”. It adds a contextual backdrop to the impressions. (Still doesn’t give the true experience of the speaker of course). And, how do you keep kids from messing with the backs of the drivers?!?! Thanks!

[@Newrecordday2013]

Thanks! I don’t - I encourage them to check out all my gear. I want them to be involved with hifi as much as possible.

[@pomponthebunny]

What are your recording microphone and microphone amp ? I look a way to have better than my measurement earthworks or cellphone.

[@Newrecordday2013]

Earthworks QTC40s and Zoom F8N

[@Individuality1990]

Is there a track listing for these demos at all?

[@amusikpoem1071]

Amazing sound demos...thanks very much...these are sublime speakers...I have a caveat with your vocal demos though, lol...the male vocals could pass for female vocals...need to play some male vocals with deeper voices....someone like Josh Groban for example or good old Frank Sinatra.

[@Newrecordday2013]

That’s fair.

[@MrBoomtheroom]

is the tweeter open baffle too?

[@rizaldymarcella5203]

How can the speakers be availed here in The Philippines? Are there any ways?

[@MartinHAndersen]

Any plans to to review X3 or X5?

[@adiariel6726]

you left with your hat on😅 and I left wondering how it will sound if you put some insane loud tracks like staff from noisia, great demo!

[@frankjames4573]

Hi... I use "Follow Me Home" by Dire Straits as test track for bass... I would love to hear that track through those M3s... If you still have the M3s... give that track a listen... Frank... UK...

[@johnharrigan8770]

Worked for me

[@jakosyjanar5838]

Spatial M3 vs. NX-treme with servo sub. What's better???

[@cablebrain9691]

I really enjoyed the format, getting to see a reviewer in action. I do however wish that you had used a couple of more masculine male vocals, in addition to the wispy boyish style. I don't expect to be able to hear what the speakers are truly like, but along with your comments, it allows me to know if they're worth looking into. After all, if I was hearing "exactly" what you had heard, I certainly wouldn't need new speakers. Also.......No playlist???

[@joophoogduin2929]

Thanks for this great video. Are these loudspeakers available in Europe?

[@stephanloper5740]

In Ingolstadt in Germany there is the company Mach One Classic, which to my knowledge builds the speakers under license from Spatial for the European market. Maybe the M3 Sapphire is already available there on request.

[@joophoogduin2929]

@@stephanloper5740 Thanks

[@alwaysexpandinghorizons6173]

@@joophoogduin2929 unfortunately different speaker, different design...

[@silversynergy]

Nice demo! What is the wood finish of the M3's in this video?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Walnut

[@silversynergy]

@@Newrecordday2013 Thanks, look great!

[@derekjarman1638]

I wonder if the owner of Spatial is a BMW fan? Like the commentary - where do you get your sound clips from?

[@dt9359]

Marten Dekker, I think the OP was referring to the nomenclature similarities.

[@derekjarman1638]

@@dt9359 yes, I was referring to the numbering.

[@brentsockness3162]

Can you please put this list of sample music on Qobuz audio partners?

[@Newrecordday2013]

I don’t and while this isn’t a sales pitch, all the clips are available to download for patrons. It’s a perk that I’ve offered for a while. All the songs are pulled from epedemic sound and require membership.

[@treyhorn5645]

What is going on ??? I just got into it... These are a different animal all together !!! I'm on my rig. Just WOW!!. I'm feeling lows that have to be in the teens. Vibrating things in my house that normally do not.. Let's continue 💆. First 5min in.☑️

[@tubemon9511]

Hey Ron what is the dome material of the tweeter?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Corundum / sapphire

[@glennh7297]

@@Newrecordday2013 www.parts-express.com/peerless-da32tx00-08-1-1-4-corundum-dome-tweeter--264-1678 Man, do I ever wish that I could be in your room to hear these. Great review on them, Ron.

[@michaelharness3258]

How do they for a home theater

[@michaelgarnett1372]

Are the speakers tilted back and is that tilt fixed ?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yes

[@michaelgarnett1372]

Any provision for bi-wire ? Any advantage here PS which speaker wire today ?

[@Newrecordday2013]

No options on these for bi-wire. Anticables were used in this rig.

[@michaelgarnett1372]

New Record Day thanks Ron Liked that presentation - ty PS next discussion w Clayton interested to hear if he foresees a future version time aligning the drivers rather than trying to do it in the crossover

[@robk5745]

wow these are really fucking good...

[@Newrecordday2013]

That’s one way to put it.

[@robk5745]

@@Newrecordday2013 hahaha great demo, much appreciate the effort you put in!

[@ironshifter3785]

Great channel - now that you’re a full time content creator it would be great if you answered as many comments as you can. That would set you apart from others . The other thing that would elevate you above other reviewers that “sell out” would be your opinion on how equipment reviews stack up to other comparable equipment. That being said, you seem to ignore the question on how these $5k/pair speakers compare to GR Research open baffle speakers. GR Research is probably the better buy (maybe not if you have to add open baffle subs to GR Research speakers). So question is: Are you really an independent, unbiased reviewer? Starting to have my doubts - hope I’m wrong!

[@Newrecordday2013]

Actually I have answered the question a few times. The Oticas must have the subs to compete with the Spatials so all in, you are close to the same price, depending on options. Both are excellent and have pros and cons. Essentially, it comes down to what you want and are able to do... are you serious about DIY? The Oticas are NOT a weekend, beginner project...

[@ericschultz9925]

A few things you might want to try..... 1: Put some felt rings right around the tweeter.....just covering the black flat part of the tweeter only. 2: Then try some felt across the whole top of the baffle...right to the edges of the speaker. 3: Remove the perforated cover on the tweeter. The felt will reduce diffraction and most tweeter covers mess with clarity and phase. Will take just a few minutes to try these things....assuming you have some cheap wool felt laying around (super cheap at fabric store or currently on line). 4. Bi-wire the speakers. You can run a second wire directly from your amp to the tweeters...essentially bypassing the binding posts, wires to speakon connector, the speakon connector and the wire running inside the baffle to the tweeter......there is no xover on the tweeter, you don't really need all those extra parts. The tweeter will be more revealing with bi-amping......but you will have to select the the type of tweeter wire so you get the detail you want with the musicality that you want.....as there will be less parts to veil/soften the sound. Have fun. These are things I would do within the first hour of listening to these speakers.....but I am a tweak nut.

[@jasonmelo9379]

Not a good off axis polar response due to the Omni Tweeter and directional mid-range.

[@alexandergourlay9501]

Hey Ron, what finish are these M3S ? Look to be walnut ?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Yup walnut

[@alexandergourlay9501]

@@Newrecordday2013 Thanks ! They look great !

[@NT-LTS]

Can you review X3?

[@davidlambert3892]

I'd like to hear some of the music I listen to on those! Blues and classic rock.

[@3star2nr]

Right audiophiles always listen to garbage...

[@davidlambert3892]

@@3star2nr I think audiophiles like to listen to their systems and non-audiophiles like to listen to music.

[@3star2nr]

@@davidlambert3892 yeah i don't get that spend over 10k to listen to a lame computer generated click track. The fuck is the point. And its not just this guy it's every audiophile... Its either random crap like this or Nora Jones...

[@aceofspades6667]

Go listen to muddy waters folk singer then report back.

[@davidlambert3892]

@@3star2nr I used to have a system over $10,000 and it was absolutely incredible! Legacy Audio Focus SE speakers and a Modwright KWI 200 integrated amp. Lordy Lordy Lordy...!

[@alainbesario6679]

Ron I hope spatial audio might consider improving on the highs, maybe a ribbon tweeter or horn tweeter hahahah3 nice bass btw, a little bit dip in the upper mids? I really don't know cause I'm listening through You tube

[@Newrecordday2013]

Find Clayton a ribbon tweeter that plays 600hz to 40k. Good luck! you’re gonna need it, lol! My measurement gear is broken at the moment - I don’t know if there is a dip in the upper mids. With that being said, they measured pretty flat using REW in room.

[@charlesgrubbs2101]

Spatial's X3 and X5 models have horn loaded (!) ribbon tweeters.

[@DesignVisStudios]

@@Newrecordday2013 The raven r3 line source is probably the only one i know of that does that. Or the BE Engineering one.

[@mkfmkf55]

Reviews like this are so much more interesting & valid than Steve G. waiving his arms all over simply saying what speakers sound like.

[@treyallen2402]

Could not agree more

[@RennieAsh]

0:45 so you're saying that you've got to have More Cowbell

[@ABC-rh7zc]

no-one in the history of music has ever asked for "less cowbell"

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

How can my system sound better than my system? This is always one of the things that vexes me when listening to recordings of other systems through my own. Guess it means there's a lot more potential hidden in my gear 😀

[@mrpositronia]

@@_Chev_Chelios Exactly.

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

I agree that basing a purchase decision on a youtube demo would be a bad idea.

[@bartvanransbeeck1341]

What electronics and source were used?

[@Newrecordday2013]

The gear is listed at the beginning of the video. Thanks!

[@fishingbear69]

...its a great speaker review..but whats the srp on those speakers..?

[@Gerryinthewoods]

Edward WISDOM KEEPER/SEEKER OF TRUTH I was told $5000.00

[@fishingbear69]

@@Gerryinthewoods thanks I did go to there website and they do have the pair for 3,500 the M5 is there entry level ones..there almost the same as these sapphires one but instead of rocking 2 low base 15" , the M5 only have 1 15"..everything else he states is very similar, those smaller ones should be more then adequate for a room I rent..thanks Goodluck.

[@Gerryinthewoods]

Edward WISDOM KEEPER/SEEKER OF TRUTH good news and great speakers. Good luck Edward.

[@allanregnarpetersen813]

Demo songs list??? And a hello from Denmark :-)

[@fabricegrard1001]

Elles sont parfaites

[@billsomerset238]

So how long is it going to take you to buy a pair?

[@Newrecordday2013]

Hi Bill, I bought the pair shortly after the review was published. Thanks.

[@commane21]

It’s between these and a new pair of Tannoys for me. Will be ordering both soon and looking forward to having a listen.

[@mikewheeler3994]

Good for blues and rock n roll?

[@TheBarbapapa1234]

What demodisc/album is used here?

[@Newrecordday2013]

All the music is selected from epedemic sound. It’s a music subscription service for content creators.

[@TheBarbapapa1234]

New Record Day , Thanks. Will take a look. Amazing setup and videos btw