The Best Speaker Award - Gershman grande avant garde Speaker review !

This is my review of the audiophile speaker, "Gershman Grand Avant grade." In this video, I compare is to some of the high-end speakers like focal speakers, B&W speakers, Wilson audio speakers, and Magico speakers.
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[@Jayiyagi]

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[@Jayiyagi]

@@_Chev_Chelios Hey, Of course many companies can place 1 instrument and play it back in the same space. That was not the point, the point is that they have a lot of instruments and recording space readily available to them. I'm sorry you found it absurd. If you are under the impression that I got paid to say nice things... please check how we work on our "about us" section on our channel. I am sure that there are companies out there that I missed that do have the ability to do the studio thingy but that's why I said "to this extent. to my knowledge." It is just cool and reassuring to know that they have a real instrument in the same space as the "reference" point... it doesn't tell you much about how they would sound at the end of the day. Keep safe bud ! rock on

[@wa2368]

I guess they sound great (i trust your opinion). But, sorry man, i am unable to get over what an eyesore these things are. These are getting close to the uglyass Wilson vending machines.

[@sickkids666]

@@wa2368 🤣🤣🤣

[@Jayiyagi]

@@wa2368 you picky you !

[@jeffodum0]

@@wa2368 Just auditioned these in Nashville @ Gestault Audio. They look great but they really don't show well in pictures. Like Jay I found them irresistible.

[@kevinbugden7995]

Having owned three different Gershman models with the last being the Grande Avant Garde. I can say their goal of providing a musical experience is their best achievement. I witnessed listeners of my system emotionally moved, saying to me they have never heard music reproduced so beautifully. Gershman’s transcend to category of speaker to become a fine musical instrument. They are worthy of anyone who appreciates being totally immersed in accurately reproduced music.

[@djmoalem6474]

I agree, I have a pair of Gardes as well, I love them....

[@djmoalem6474]

I agree, I own a pair. Very musical yet, detailed. full extension, dynamics, and details in the bass. I just love it!

[@soundman3732]

I wanted to thank you for doing this review on the Gershman Acoustics Grand Avant Garde. I have been looking for my perfect pair of speakers for years, auditioning countless speakers. My budget was up to 25K. My friend was very impressed by your review, he knew I was looking for my perfect pair and sent me a link to your review on the Gershmans Grands. I have decided to audition a pair and....Oh Boy!!! I fell in love and got them on the spot!! I got everything I was looking for and more. Spending so much time listening to my music again, my dream came true. I must apologize, I was a bit skeptical because of your young look but, you got it right ! A wonderful job, keep up the good work.

[@lexre5948]

Congratulations Sound Man, Can I ask you what amplifier you're Using ? Thanks..

[@genedizon7308]

For someone who went through so many different speakers and to find a speaker in your own backyard...wow i am blown away!

[@NickP333]

Yeah, buddy! New speakers! It’s so killer that you found a pair of speakers that you love, really move you, and obviously touch your heart enough for you to buy em. The seem like amazing speakers. Congratulations, Jay! I’m very happy for you, bro!

[@ks4545]

Heard them at a show several years ago. Fantastic. They were out of my price range and then I almost bought a demo pair months later. But it would have been a sight unseen deal and I was newer to the hifi world back then and very wary of spending that much on a speaker from a company I'd never heard of on a speaker I only heard at a show. I regret I didn't have more ability to really check them out back then. Wonderful sounding speaker from what I heard. They remain "on the list."

[@strannostrannovasrr]

Congrats with 20k subscribers

[@divertiti]

"Gershman Audio is located in downtown Canada" lmao Another brand that have real music in their speaker development is Rosso Fiorentino. They own a castle that's a concert hall to put on live performances to calibrate their speakers.

[@Jayiyagi]

awesome. Rosso Fiorentino is definitely a great speaker brand

[@divertiti]

@@Jayiyagi I live in the US now but grew up in Toronto. Next time I'm home, I'll definitely drop by Gershman for a listen.

[@djmoalem6474]

I love their speakers

[@rig4365]

These have always been a favourite of mine since I heard an earlier version at a show and also at local Toronto dealer paired with Pass Labs electronics. Lots of respect for the Gershmans. One day....one day I will own these. (Need more space first) :)

[@BadMonkeyFinger_Audio]

That would likely have been Toronto Home of Audiophile (Francis). His Gershman/ Pass setup this year was awesome-sounding (despite it being a very small room)

[@jonpatrick66]

Hi Jay. I've been watching you for a while now and subscribed today. You're doing a good job on your reviews. I'm also glad you can work out a deal with Gershman and get what you really want, when you want it. They look and sound like they are amazing. I have a pair of the original PL-300's and I still love them like when I first heard them. Alright man, take care

[@DeAudiofilosyLocos]

Thank you for the awesome evaluation. Would love to hear them some day. Hair is looking good!

[@swredman]

Wow, surprised to hear you're going to buy them. That's pretty high praise. Great review, Jay.

[@jackkryjak2635]

Jay, Great review...You are spot on with these speakers making all music sound enjoyable.I love the Wilsons as well. The difference is that the Wilsons sound fantastic with Audiophile music. When I play Led Zeppelin it’s ok. These guys are on my buy list

[@shawnwu3170]

I want one, my next dream speaker :-)

[@cristoreyenlinea]

I know the Black Swan and they sound awesome. I'm sure the Avant Garde sound exactly as you say, and they look great too.

[@jarodreddig63]

Just discovered your channel and I’m really enjoying it. Seen ya first over on Guttenbergs. That’s a very interesting speaker. I really like it: the innovations on it are really cool. I must say that I am not usually a fan of full-range speakers tho for one reason; the spot where the speakers go sometimes are not the best place in the room for a sub-woofer. I prefer a separate sub-woofers. Having said that I’d love to hear these.

[@divviesthirdstream3938]

Love these speakers!

[@mesonto]

Great review. When/if c-19 is done I will go audition a pair. Very interested in the highs though... (Focal has permanently convinced me the most speakers can't do highs properly). Nonetheless I have been curious about this brand of speakers for such a long time. And personally I think they look absolutely fantastic.

[@dominiquelock8117]

Did you have the opportunity to listen to the avant garde?

[@mesonto]

@@dominiquelock8117 Is c-19 done? ... hahaha, maybe next decade! In Canada / Ontario the politicians are even shutting down Christmas this year! As soon as this silliness is over and no one left is scared of their shadow I intend to take a couple of weeks auditioning new gear, those Gershwin's included.

[@snowrang3r657]

Thanks for mentioning low listening level. In a condo so really chasing something that does play well at low levels. Maybe you could do a video on your favorite low listening level speakers? I'm sure I wouldn't be the only one who would appreciate that!

[@amusikpoem1071]

Nice review, Jay...do those woofers move some air or what?! The speakers' aesthetics remind me of a couple of samurai warriors with those grills on...like putting on armour for battle...lol...they look amazing!

[@Cheeshouze]

Are you planning on doing a review on the Ohm Walsh 1000 or 2000? After seeing Steve Guttenbergs and z reviews videos, I'd love to hear your opinion on them!

[@jeffreydelgado6382]

Very very informative, thank you

[@koylesmasterpeice]

I heard these at the TAVES show a few years ago. The room that they were in was a very good sounding room maybe my favourite of the show. I think at the show they were selling for 11,000 cdn a pair. Sounds like they are asking more then that now which is too bad because I thought that they offered a lot of value at that price.

[@decki1409]

What's your take on the grand studio2 pls give them a listen if you can i will really like your opinion

[@chrisvinicombe9947]

Well you could always bi-amp them to circumvent the low volume caveat. Would probably benifit louder volumes too 💪😀

[@xtctaz]

Great review. So pumped about testing these next week. Couple of questions 1- for movies what setup did you use (2 channel or multi)? 2- could u pair it with a class D amp like nord 500s? Thanks

[@djmoalem6474]

Sounded great with a Class D Amp as well as my Tube amp

[@SmallRoomAudio]

Wowsers! They look super bad ass. Count me mega jealous! I thought the dream speaker was the Sonus Faber Electa Amator IIIs??

[@soundman3732]

Will you be reviewing any of the Krell amps ?

[@brucermarino]

Great job, as usual! Two questions, if I may. (1) Does not the displacement in distance to the listener, for example, a tweeter and a midrange, fundamentally affect the frequency response because of the way their signals will combine constructively or destructively around the crossover frequency? (2) On the dispersion of subwoofers, given that dispersion is largely a function of the size of the radiating surface compared to the wavelength of the frequency being radiated and even at 50 cycles per second (Hz) the wavelength is 22.6 ft or 6.88 m, can dispersion be an issue. Again, thanks for you excellent reviews!

[@ronw4588]

Jay, How stable are these speakers sitting on top of bases? Curious if a kid can push them off their bases easily? Thanks, Ron

[@genkifd]

would love to hear these one day - being in Australia that would be unlikely.

[@Jayiyagi]

You can always travel after this pandemic is all over or give em a call or email to find out what they can do

[@genkifd]

@@Jayiyagi - true but im not willing to travel when im not interested in purchasing another set of speakers. As i recently ordered a pair of Hulgich Dukes

[@Jayiyagi]

@@genkifd awesome ! you must be excited

[@genkifd]

@@Jayiyagi when this virus situation is over - i then can import some components from Audio GD. imo a very neutral system.

[@shawnwu3170]

Same here, in USA might be hard to hear them too

[@dengdeng80]

Hi Jay..how about this speakers paired with Kinki EXM1?

[@Techman2ch]

The way you have described these speakers is awesome! It's exactly what I'd prefer yet, I simply can't afford them.. I was looking into the DI's with the upgrade. Would u say its alot like a super double impact? Sean at Zero Fidelity mentioned the amazingly quick and detailed bass of the DI he revisted and the slightly rolled off highs yet full sounding. I like u want to listen to average music, movies and not be killed by my purchase yet still impressed.

[@gme10955]

How would you compare these speakers to the WHARFEDALE - ELYSIAN 4 speakers?

[@nskiad]

Question for you, did you end up getting them and keeping them ? Bass aside, how do they compare to the SF maxima amator? Which do you prefer? Thanks

[@vdrc9787]

Thanks for the review, been interested in these speakers for awhile. You just reviewed the Wilson Sabrina X on the other channel, how do they compare to these? Are they worth the additional $5000 or do the Grand Avant Gardes hold their own and win out? Thanks!

[@slinks606]

The Gershman acoustics wins out. Its $5000 less and sounds better how could that not beat it?

[@vdrc9787]

Perfect, thanks!

[@1crenshaw488]

Hey can you help me chose a good speak for my new equipment, I have 2 A21+ Parasound amps and a parasound p6, I love R&B, smooth jazz, Funk. I Audition Revels 228be I dont, like, I tried Canton 3.2, tweeter went i sent it back. how much are these, and I like top end but bottom has to have kick hard kick. Please respond ASAP. Thank YOu

[@binhdu5005]

Hi. Can my room measured in feet 8.5W/15L/9H handled this speaker or the bass would overpower my it? Thank you for advice.

[@ofragershman9390]

Your room's size is fine for the Grand Avant Garde, as they so not overload the room

[@roguemodel]

Do not listen to their Posh model, you will be ruined for life, utterly ruined. Gershwin has produced fantastic speakers for decades. I first heard them at Wilson Audio in New Orleans back in the late 90s. I could not afford them so I bought some Snells. The Black Swan has been the staple. Gershwin has really upped the game!

[@stevensturgillschesstv4821]

Gershwin is an entirely different brand lol. Jay is talking about Gershman a Canadian brand based in Toronto.

[@ericgershman640]

u mean gershman????

[@stevensturgillschesstv4821]

@@ericgershman640 I was responding to Roguemodel’s “Gershwin” spelling....

[@soundman3732]

I have Auditioned the Posh... wow, wow!!!. I love my Grand Avant Gardes they are unbelievable but, the Posh is one another level of any speaker I have ever listen to, and I have auditioned some 300K and even higher-priced ones,

[@sean_heisler]

Great review and congrats, Jay! That is awesome that you are going to get these speakers! I’m so jealous, man, but so happy for you. I would love to hear these guys someday. The way you describe them is exactly the sound that I like. I think they are beautiful speakers as well! Unless I missed it, what is the material on the baffle of the speaker? Is it like a felt material and does it affect the sonics? Congrats! (Oh, and I love that you are driving them with the Jaygel H190! 😁)

[@mrinmoylaha7260]

Sir I am.planning to buy Devialet Expert Pro 250 int Amp, can u plz tell me how good will be matching wth this GGAG speaker? Plz advise. Thanks

[@ihcho]

My Gershman Avant Garde would appreciate more power from my 150W Audio Research amp and 125W Plinius amp. I would agree that 200 Watt or even 300 Watt may serve much better. Gershman would need not only big power, but clean and good power. Cheap digital amps would not do justice on this speaker. I also agree that my Gershman does not sound much better than my Harbeth 7ES-3 at low volume level. At low volume level, actually Harbeth sounds just as good. But at high sound level, there is no comparison. Gershman is a clear winner. I normally listen at 2 o'clock volume level on my Primaluna Dialog Premium preamp.

[@varindersingh7309]

Jay how would you compare it with Verity Audio another Canadian spkr brand ..

[@Doiche]

Hi jay, what about tannoy, have You ever review them, specially the revolution line. What Dou You think about them?. Great job, i follow allá yours videos. Greetings from argentina !

[@bluejeanblues3789]

the revolution 8 are very good deep deep bass you can feel it not only hear it because of the port hole at the bottom of the speaker, mids are spot on, highs a little bright, for the price a winner.

[@richardsaila8073]

Perhaps the low listening level will improve with amps with more power, like e. g. the Hegel 390 oder 590 or the Kinki Studio preamp with monoblocks?

[@albertleung3690]

I m going through speakers for my potential upgrade for future. presently using Verity Audio. I understand no perfect speakers and each has a listening preferences and priorities based on the music they like. Personally I listen to jazz, guitar, saxophone; vocals; classical piano, violin, a bit of opera. The Sabrina X is also one of my favourite speakers but I m not able to do side by side comparison but I think you at least can spend a lot of time with both speakers. My priority is the midrange, based on this and my music preferences and if value or resale value or price is not in the equation, which speaker is best suitable for me. Thank you in advance.

[@jamesdwright]

Rosso Fiorentino speakers also have a similar studio testing setup.

[@eyeshowyou]

How do they compare with the double impact?❤

[@kenjames246]

Hey Jay, it looks like you used hardly any toe in ? Did you try them in many positions and that was the best position you found ?

[@Jayiyagi]

Yes

[@xtctaz]

Hey jay - realize this awesome speakers are more for a music room but what about those of us who have 1 room for HT movies and music? What brand could come close to avant- grade voice coils so I could match for my surrounds?

[@djmoalem6474]

Hey man, the best and most logical thing would, be to use Gershman Studio speakers for the back and sides. They have a very similar sound. I was able to place them on shelves, ... unbelievable!! It's magic!

[@xtctaz]

@@djmoalem6474 thanks mate Do u have a link to the studio speakers?

[@xtctaz]

I’m considering the triangle bro 3, bro 2 or elac debut reference. Will audition them this weekend. The studio 2 ( if that’s what you are referring too are too big to get wife approval)

[@mikewheeler3994]

Somebody tell how many watts perside will I need to get the most out of them?

[@dannyng5427]

Can you make a review of Sound artist integrated amp?

[@Jayiyagi]

Coming soon !

[@dannytantri4413]

Do a review of the Sound Artist amp? And how it compares the speaker award winner the Wilsenton?

[@marcinkantoch7176]

Hi Jay, I noticed in the description that you are using CopperColour cables. Can you say a few words about them? Especially about Whisper SE speakers cables and Memento-be RCA cables. Thanks! Marcin

[@Jayiyagi]

I am using them every day and that should tell you how much I like them but email me if you have any specific questions

[@christopherjennings5598]

if not the Hegel 190 then what other Amp would you recommend as an alternative

[@ofragershman9390]

There are many, it also depends on your price range

[@binhdu5005]

Hi, is this speaker too large for a small room (8.5x15x9 ft.?

[@ofragershman9390]

Your room's size is fine for the Grand Avant Garde, as they so not overload the room

[@ronlevine8873]

I saw and heard these at the NY Audio Fair this summer. A real surprise: they were the smallest of the floor standing speakers that I saw there, but easily were the best when it came to frequency range, output and imaging. I agree that their appearance is rather unique: they look like a medieval R2D2 but they take up very little real estate given what they deliver, which is a big plus for a city apartment. What they are not: these won't work with a low-wattage tube setup and, as Jay says, they're not great at low volumes. (So maybe they're not perfect for a city apartment after all!)

[@matthewchrist9082]

Great review like always Jay. My kind of speakers, forgiving, sensitive, non fatiguing, great bass, separation , dynamics , imaging . If I had the money it would probably be these or the Sabrina's . And quick random question btw: do you think the Buchardt s400s would be a big upgrade over the Triangle Bro3s? Looking to upgrade my speakers with something in the $2000 range but am wondering if it's worth it

[@Jayiyagi]

Yeap... just checks off alot of the things I look for in a speaker in this price range. One can dream.... And yeap... I believe the s400 is an upgrade for sure. Worth the run with their in-home trial

[@matthewchrist9082]

@@Jayiyagi thx!

[@matthewchrist9082]

@@Jayiyagi if I won the lottery or something I don't even think I would go with anything more expensive than these or the Sabrina's. I'd get some crazy amps and a ridiculous record player and stuff. I guess I'd look at some magicos maybe, idk, idk a lot of speakers over the $10,000 mark lol

[@lesmatthews459]

If you want to buy them? WOW!!They must be good!!

[@soundman3732]

They are, I just got them!!!

[@pennfootball71]

LOL The Hegel H190 is kind of a clunker of an amp though. You should try a VAC 170i

[@roguemodel]

Jay, I would like to hear your opinion on Copper Colour cables? I know you use their Whisper. Thanks!

[@Jayiyagi]

I use them and thats all you really need to know. But if you have more specific questions, email me with it

[@divertiti]

Did you end up buying these speakers Jay?

[@dave9917]

So someone answer this question.....is the bass driver in this speaker a Dayton Audio driver?

[@mikewheeler3994]

Jay, these or Totem Tribe for Rock n roll?

[@paulsills168]

How would you compare those speakers to Alta Alec?

[@divviesthirdstream3938]

Avant-garde is a much better speaker it has a lower bass, isn't ported, uses a carbon fiber mid-range. Its in a different league

[@paulsills168]

@@divviesthirdstream3938 Thank you. The bizarre thing here is that Jay made one review about the avant-garde and another, lately, about de Alta Alec saying both times it was the best speakers he never heard at this price. Since the price of both speakers is not so different, it leaves a doubt on his real opinion.

[@roccobruno8027]

I wonder how this compares to the Vandersteen Quatro Wood CT at roughly the same price point?

[@slinks606]

I think the avant-gardes sound better!

[@dengdeng80]

how this compared to audio physic ?

[@user-kh1os5ej7o]

Будет ли хорошая связка этой акустики с accuphase e-800?

[@merlecrandall1709]

How does the China cables compare to some other know brands, both in price and sound. It's the first time hearing of them. Good episode.

[@PwnUIDo]

They're cables....

[@chucksimonds5164]

Have you reviewed any open-back (free air) speakers?

[@dannyng5427]

You meant open baffle speakers

[@carlos2bass]

Yes i,m curious too how the bass of this Gershmans would compare to open baffle ones like Gradient revolution for example,

[@Jayiyagi]

I reviewed the tri art before on this channel

[@Jayiyagi]

@@carlos2bass I am highly doubtful that any speaker let alone an open baffle design can go down as low.... but you never know

[@carlos2bass]

The Next Best Thing Studio Thanks Soulsik definitely a speaker to put on my audition list. Actually I might be able to audition them at some point since my son goes to school at the Royal Conservatory in Toronto, no Gershman dealers that I am awere here in Mexico.

[@uhugvjkbkjh]

I have similar sound taste I guess. At hifi shows most room demos sound hard and fatiguing to my ears. Wilson and Focal were often at the end of systems I liked. Looks like these Gershman's are a design with little compromise, for example they place the woofer nr bottom of baffle for gain and other benefits. Curious to know frequency the carbon mid crosses. Great review

[@goodsound4756]

„Demos sound hard and fatiguing to my ears“ -> I often feel the same! Wilson and Focal speakers are mostly responsible for that, lol.

[@vittoriomartinidonati]

Did you try them with the Willsenton ??

[@Jayiyagi]

I did not as willsenton was returned to the company

[@vittoriomartinidonati]

@@Jayiyagi I thought you loved the W so much to keep it, I bought it will be receiving it shortly based on your advice, will be using it with MA Silver 200, thanks for your great reviews.

[@Jayiyagi]

@@vittoriomartinidonati well I wanted to keep it and will see if I can buy one soon. But priority is given to consumers obviously. Not fair for me to cut in line

[@Diamondgalaxy-yl8ge]

How do they compare to the double impacts? Thanks

[@tmass1]

they look very good. people who think they are ugly have weak taste

[@bbfoto7248]

@T-Mass I could say the exact opposite: "People who think they are beautiful have weak taste". Neither is true, or even worth saying...it's quite childish to do so actually. Everyone has different tastes and prefers different design aesthetics. It's the same as everyone having different musical preferences, clothing style, art, automobiles, architecture, etc. That's what makes this world interesting. Otherwise everything would look and sound the same and be quite boring. There is beauty in Diversity and Uniqueness.

[@mikewheeler3994]

200 Watts total or per side? 🤔

[@keithkrieger7075]

They should get into the business of selling speaker stands that disapate bass like their speakers do.

[@trekjudas]

Have you noticed how much Audiogon sucks now? Everything there costs MORE than it does anyplace else! It used to be a great place to get good deals. Not anymore.

[@Jayiyagi]

Yes... Sad

[@mrinmoylaha7260]

Your video is really nice, can u plz advise which integrated amp matches well with this speaker between Bryston b135 cube ans Sinsudio 340iX wth DAC? Please advise. Thanks.

[@henha8]

The grills remind me of the Audeze LCD-X

[@hiviber]

Where best to buy the speakers?

[@eligershman9766]

Best to contact us at Gershman Acoustics and we will direct you to a dealer. [e-mail] or call [phone]

[@maybecrazy7835]

Zohan said you were using his trademark "silky smooth" too much in this video. Don't mess with the Zohan.

[@bigjay1970]

Man, JBL 590's look like Barbara Eden compared to those things! The grills?🤯🤯 They might sound terrific but beauty is in the eye of the beholder they always say!🤔🤔😬😬😉😇😁 and by the way my speakers have more of a Darth Vader look especially with the two matching Subs next to them!🤫🤫😬😬🤪 grills on of course because without the grills they are butt ugly! The gray poly plas covering on the paper woofer doesn't look so hot! I was still watching the video while commenting so congratulations on the speaker purchase because I'm sure they sound fantastic because again my studio JBL 590 don't look like a Sonus Farber but they sure sound great!😉😉😉🤗😇

[@gnd144]

I hope your JBL 590's don't ever look like your Sinus Fiber either! ; )

[@richardcarnahan6335]

It’s funny how the cabinet design is similar to my old Sony SS-M9 speakers. The same tilting of the Midrange and Tweeters. With the top section sealed. I know there is a truck load of difference.. but the overall similarity is funny. What’s old is new again.

[@ericgershman640]

This model has been around for the past 26 years

[@grungemax]

How are you working towards this dream? Are these still your dream speaker?

[@VaioII]

Great explained review Jay! Another price worthy manufacturer that sounds exactly as your description is the Aurum Cantus V series speakers, but much cheaper that would be nice if you could get your hands on for comparison. The substitute model for the Gershman Avant Gard would be the Aurum Cantus V10F or the V12F model version ( It got almost the same specs also ). Have an great evening! Regards Fredrik from Sweden

[@Jayiyagi]

hopefully I can check em out one day !

[@IliyaOsnovikov]

That hollow speaker base along with those 4 ports just looks like a Helmholz resonator cavity. It's probably used to attenuate some booming bass frequency. I am not sure if that's something compelely new.

[@MrEvhel83]

can't find how much they cost??

[@Jayiyagi]

First part of the video in writing

[@ericgershman640]

USD14,990

[@gershmanacoustics]

$15,000

[@0bzen22]

Basically, a passive radiator. But with ports. and not really open. But has a cavity. OK....

[@chadbarker2316]

Grill and speakers are badass! Can somebody loan me 14k so I dont have to sell my trailer down here in N.Carolina. Hahahahaha

[@unknownportalmusic]

And who gave it the award? You need to hear Adam Audio S series. Granted, it's a recording studio product but they keep receiving countless industry Awards for making recording studios sound amazing. And they have built-in amps. You just need to hear them. Also, a properly designed ported can be just as 'flat' as sealed but thje enclosure done properly eliminates the backwave through the cone thing you mentioned. But that platform is a gimmick. Sorry. You have to hear how clean but how silky the Adams are. And once you go ribbons, you will never go back to dome.

[@DrBroncanuus]

not true Yamaha ( logo is tuning fork).....make hifi and musical instruments ...also design concert halls....they understand acoustics....

[@dakken74]

I think PS Audio has a similar set up. I've seen in some videos where Paul talks about the studio they have in the same building and where they design and build there speakers.

[@Jayiyagi]

oh I am sure that there are companies out there that I missed that do have the ability to do the studio thingy but that's why I said "to this extent. to my knowledge." It is just cool and reassuring to know that they have a real instrument in the same space as the "reference" point... it doesn't tell you much about how they would sound at the end of the day.

[@dakken74]

@@Jayiyagi definitely gives a person confidence when purchasing an item from them knowing that they have the ability to compare there speakers to the live instrument it's supposed to be reproducing.

[@RennieAsh]

Why do they use a sloped baffle instead of a stepped baffle with treatments? Sloped means you are slightly off axis from the drivers. Psychological things :)

[@raidendigital1003]

4:37 Umm... It looks to me like you have the bridging plates in the wrong way. They look like the positive and negative sides are touching, surly they don't go on that way and should be switched around so the metal part goes on the outer edges so they are not touching. The way It's hooked up looks like it will short out the system straight away.

[@richardcolinking]

That is the correct way. There is a nonconductive spacer between the two halves so they don't touch.

[@lesmatthews459]

Awesome speakers - but WAY out of my budget!!

[@Jayiyagi]

same for me. hopefully I can work my way towards it

[@lesmatthews459]

@@Jayiyagi Good luck!!

[@Jayiyagi]

@ there is no DIY speaker nor a high end speaker that I know that does bass like these do, you have to hear them to understand.

[@gershmanacoustics]

You Should audition the Studio ll or the Grand Studio also by Gershman Acoustics.

[@elderinmoi1571]

Studio and high end audio ... ever heard about TAD ? Or ARC ? This is not unique to this company. You could even argue that B&W is a company that comes from studio equipment. There are so many more ...

[@C--A]

Correct 👍🏾 my European amplifier I just recently bought from a little known under the radar company was designed by two brothers. That previously worked for years doing the instillation and implementation of audio equipment for various European radio stations. They saw that the speakers, equipment used by even big radio stations wasn't as good as it could be so they founded their own HiFi company. Focusing on accurate sound quality for their speakers and now their amplifiers.

[@albertleung3690]

the grill is bad. it looks dated. go back 50 yrs & check the screen of the radio, it looks similar. so please consider changing the design of the grill or at least give options for another simple grill with cloth or silk.

[@danieldaniel-yq2gj]

...no speak. The sound?

[@datdudeinred]

You should get Tekton Ulfberht & pure audio project quintet15 4x15in speakers to compare they are regarded as world's best for under 100k but costs 10k pair max. Also I'm no one to recommend you something ofc you kn better but i would recommend you to try those before buying these.. As too many people lose them.

[@firebladeclements]

Darth Vader had 2 kid's and their sitting in Jay's room. May the force.......

[@mcaddc]

Subjectively, those grills look terrible to me. Others may find them differently. 😉