A NEW 4K Tour of Michael Fremer's Listening Room

[@cannibalholocaust3015]

My previous home electricity was coming from a nuclear plant but after some research I switched to a diesel generator. After more research I discovered coal fired electric a purer , more consistent signal. it must be small coal lumps that can only be efficiently mined by the small hands of Chinese children. I am currently in audio heaven. IT WAS WORTH IT.

[@caspar_gomez]

I prefer renewables for a much more organic self satisfying sound, I can only listen on days when it's sunny or windy but it's worth it

[@monsieurgolem3392]

Lol

[@pc750-V4]

Very repetitive comments 🙄

[@Lt.Mingus69]

"You can almost hear the difference of that ....easily". Such an interesting statement...loved the tour, such an amazing space filled with wonderous gear.

[@1061shrink1061]

this was the statement that kills it for me. I mean i'm an audiophile, and i'm fairly fussy, but not to anything like this level!

[@bachglocke3716]

Hearing the "difference": I think you hear music and not a "difference"? I, for one, only ever hear music on my system!

[@christianbolt5761]

I made my entire house into a Faraday Cage, and the foundation is on air bearings. I also had the house rotated such that there is symmetry with my system and the earth’s magnetic field. All joking aside, beautiful system. The tweaking and small targeted improvements is part of the hobby. Replacing coupling caps, upgrading drivers, etc. is part of the fun for me. Hope to make some of my own components from classic designs when I retire.

[@fredthebulldog529]

Sad thing is after watching this video and the extreme lengths people would go to in search of perfection, I was actually questioning if you were serious or not haha

[@JWForce1059]

Don't forget that for optimum sound, you need to have your turntable itself on another platter which rotates it slowly over the course of the day to account for the Coriolis effect's influence on total RPM

[@donovanweber6059]

I know if I could do the things you mentioned I would but I can’t so I won’t .

[@v0ldy54]

No, after a point it's just useless money wasting insanity.

[@markchristopher8515]

Good day Michael Fremer. I have been reading your Reviews on and off since the early 1980's and have always Appreciated your Unique Down to earth style that anyone can understand. I really appreciate your sense of humour and personality that comes through each time I listen to you. Thank you from Mark in the UK

[@michaelmiller473]

I loved your system review, and your right life is to short! Enjoy your system and life!

[@robk5745]

Always awesome to see people’s systems at this level and it’s fascinating listening to backstory behind a lot of decisions.

[@yaabaa]

One of the best videos I've ever seen. Fremer, you're such an interesting guy, and humble when others wouldn't be. Love it.

[@hdgboy]

Love your room. It’s like a candy store with candy that’s good for you. Your enthusiasm is infectious.

[@kenmcglown6642]

Now, that's what I'm talking about, Michael!!! A big old.....hunk a hunk of burning love of a pair of incredible Wilson speakers!!! I love it.

[@rustyshackleford5509]

Mr. Fremer has spent his life assembling this amazing listening room. I hope one day someone inherits this entire collection, keeps it together, and adds another lifetime to it, making it bigger and better.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

Nope. You have to enjoy the journey, the experience and the result. The stuff itself is just stuff which may or not endure.

[@pittbrat7963]

he said : this is just the beginning!

[@tomorrowtoday4839]

Michael, this was great. I have followed you for decades and remember your modest system of the past, which has morphed into an edge of the art system. Thanks for your contributions to this great hobby we share!

[@clausfrlund6092]

You are so good that you can hear the difference between wind power and solar power coming into your system.

[@MyIDIsNotAvailable]

"You can almost hear the difference of that.. easily" describes all of todays hi end audio.

[@100kmp]

You have some serious equipment. I would love to come and visit... Enjoy in good health.

[@Gregdsilva915]

Keep making history Mike, it goes to prove nothing beats listening.

[@s.t.e.r.e.o.]

Thank you Fremer you are a treasure

[@DBTAudio]

It was a very good tour of your listening room and I enjoyed the gear and stories! Thanks for sharing!

[@donovanweber6059]

What a fascinating individual. I can’t say what he’s like in person but here his personality is of man who strives for excellence in a completely unpretentious manner. He made equipment I can’t afford to even look at very interesting and relatable , actually let me say this = for myself he just made the completely foreign world of high end audio completely palatable. That’s something special because no one else has even came close to doing that for me . For individuals like me there’s Steve whom I love and respect and immensely appreciate, but Mr. Fermer? Wow, this is an interesting man and someone I intend to listen to more of.

[@rizer5795]

Great video Michael, really appreciate your smooth delivery and what a collection 👌

[@shanestephenson8423]

Really enjoyed this walk through your room Michael and the stories are always funny and entertaining.

[@eastTN]

Thanks for sharing so much of what you do, Michael. Much appreciated. I had a wonderful time watch this video.

[@HiFiInsider]

a larger speaker is actually good for a small room bc the sound will be like a line-array taking the room acoustic out.

[@mikemcguinness1304]

You talk silly

[@greencraig8570]

May you have a long and healthy life, Michael! Your work brings joy to a lot of people.

[@nuttyisms]

Wonderful! My wife & I have met you twice at Capital Audiofest, the first was the 1st audio show after Covid (everyone was wearing masks), & I later ended up buying the VPI HW-40 Anniversary on demo in the VPI room that day at the show from Mat. Alas, I did also not get the DS-Optical cartridge that was producing the most incredible detail I had ever heard from any audio source. Much respect!

[@andreasnewitsch59]

I'm so happy that music still gives me the shivers no matter what stereo it is coming out of. But thanks for sharing.

[@mazzysmusic]

Loved every minute of this. Nice tour ✌🏻

[@_944audiophile]

Nice presentation Michael! Especially the part about the $$$$ you can’t take with you! Live a long life and enjoy the music!

[@TheRollingStoness]

Loved the presentation, always love to see what you have.

[@sidvicious3129]

Wow, Michael, this sounds effortless. I'm so glad that you fought the good fight for us Vinyl lover's and you have been fully vindicated after others gave up. Your history and experience in this industry is vast, and your comedic timing is brilliant. Keep up the great work.

[@torbenkristiansen7732]

The induction motor is not new, it was introduced by B&O in 1982 with the Beogram 8002. Thanks for an insight into your hifi system, really impressive

[@DavidMander-rs4uk]

"'Electric has been treated to the best upgrades for the house. Now comes the outcome of the sound part...I'm playing old fashioned records so no upgrade at all and still plenty of crackles and pops coming through. The electricity is at it's best now which means the static and imperfections are even more audible which is fantastic!!" 😆👍

[@Universityofvinyl]

Excellent video- thanks for sharing

[@giuseppelazzarotto2630]

Love this video and your stories. It was a big pleasure and emotion to meet you in Munich this may

[@DaveGava]

Always enjoy reading your articles.

[@3rdaxis649]

OMG Animalympics!!! I ADORED that movie. Subscribed:):)

[@mikeutube7888]

Wow thanks Michael for letting us to take a peek. Truly great system

[@yumienmichelcorria7372]

Interesting video. You have a great voice by the way. Thank for the content.

[@astolatpere11]

What an incredible commitment to hifi!!! Really impressive.

[@roybertalotto6355]

This was fantastic. Thank you for what you do for the hobby and for music in general. And…thsnk you for introducing me to The album Lori Lieberman Truly

[@LOUDERthanU]

I’m not a vinyl guy but i found this very interesting and i appreciate Mr Fremers knowledge, passion and sense of humour. His thinking on buying the Wilsons and enjoying life while you can resonates as i balance lifes day to day costs with my desire for an MSB dac.

[@jm_1214]

Digital music all has a high frequency noise overlaying the whole signal

[@aeonikus1]

@@jm_1214That statement is not true. What you have in mind is fact that many cheap or rather I should say poorly designed transports (optical, streaming, etc) and DACs can have some glare audible but there are available (some much less avail. than other, like Pacific Microsonics) some very fine devices that renders digital music in a very analogue and pleasant way.

[@mogdimitysplitz3216]

Michael all I want for Christmas is to be your beneficiary to receive this room when you no longer want it or can use it. That being said, may you live forever! Because,having your experience and willingness to share it with us is worth more than any million dollar Audiophile room . Thanks for sharing, this is a room to die for.

[@slidetek]

Great story about Brian Wilson! How cool is it to give him some joy and solace during a terrible chapter in his life. You earned your halo that day. One thing though - Analog Productions says that both their mono and stereo 45/33 are mastered by Kevin Gray from *the original master tapes.* So either something has changed (don't know about previous versions), they're lying, or you're mistaken. I'd be interested in a follow up. I have the _OG_ Carl and the Passions, and it seems to me the new pressing is better than my (admittedly well worn) version. BTW, when building my house 20 years ago, dedicated wiring just for the electronics in the listening room made perhaps the greatest difference I've had in my years of system building.

[@trevorlees1241]

This is just amazing !!

[@scottbennett3119]

You're a great guy fixing that turntable for Brian Wilson. I always enjoy your content.

[@vrj0]

There are 1000 so little things that make „a big difference“ for him. Sounds very esoteric to me.

[@ronaldmcdonald2456]

Always entertaining. Always an Education. All of it! Thanks.

[@buickwilson]

Love it. LOL. Good and interesting presentation. Thank you for sharing

[@i20010]

Love the stories!

[@brianesbaugh6897]

What fascinating stories and what a killer system!

[@josexavierjr.5633]

Great video, Michael! Thanks for showing all your wonderful equipment, records, and all other great stuff..............👍

[@scottbennett3119]

Michael, you are a great guy! I have always respected you because you are kind and have integrity.

[@dennismhk3921]

HI nice to meet you I come from Macau, your set up and collections are so amazing, as you said life is too short so seize the day

[@iampuzzleman282]

Awesome video.

[@StephenElkerton]

FYI The Stones 'Sticky Fingers' was released in Canada with the T.M.L. on the lead out grooves, in this case, both sides. I've had one since "71.

[@Malangsufi]

This collection is treasure, just like Michael.

[@cobar5342]

You are a very fortunate man and very enthralling to listen to

[@davidlane1169]

'Ole Audiophile to Mr. Fremer, sir: I was beginning to believe how diametrically opposed we seemed to be about audio specifics that we shared little in common. This production did much to bustup that notion. It was about what you said far more than the gear you displayed that gently persuaded me into a form of agreement. The comment about blowing the big bucks in our dire years went straight to the heart. As you sat there diddling on about casually driving a one ohm load or lower, my bullshit meter clicked off making me the sheepish goatherder for a day. Thanx for straighting me up about you.

[@jackwezesa1081]

Great video Mike. I remember you from WBCN back in the day . I caught one of your stand ups in a small , smokey club which I cannot recall the name . I think it was around 75? I still have your comedy album ! Take care.

[@David12005]

Outstanding video - thanks. I was highly entertained for all 54 minutes. I never thought you would replace your beloved SAT tonearm.

[@trackingangle929]

I neglected to mention that the OMA fits a second arm. It will be a 12” SAT. I still own the 9” but it won’t fit on the OMA because of the oversized platter..

[@llee4225]

Thanks for an enjoyable hour in visiting your listening room and the amazing equipment. Your enthusiasm and dedication to this hobby and industry is heart warming!

[@thomassaner2478]

Just watched the first two minutes had to laugh -hum for 10 years or whatever oh boy-hey great stuff. Thanks for sharing. You’re real cool guy Mike for going out on a limb. I appreciate that. I agree with the pet sounds art direction absolutely horrible. Brilliant antidote about Keith Emerson that’s the dichotomy of an artist you make music you don’t per se hear it or see it well eventually you do but that’s my point. Mike you expand my mind.

[@FranzVonFitzenstrahl]

Fun and fascinating. Amp and speakers to die for. Mike is the essence why I love high end hifi. Thanks for a really good video.

[@papabits5721]

You're absolutely correct about the time we haven't got.

[@dundee12]

This was an extremely enjoyable video! More content with Fremer please!

[@michaelpalka3312]

Wow, that Brian Wilson story, WOW! Love the system Michael. You inspire me, your passion is beyond compare.

[@darkovukovic3086]

Mr. Fremer is the one of true gems that shines a healing light. Pure wisdom pores from this big boy's mouth. His wicked humour and the rich flavour of his intricate stories are his trademarks. Kind regards from tormented Serbia.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

I appreciate that Michael provided a sound demonstration. It sounds good. Of course not like being in that chair, but you can certainly tell hear relative strengths from these KZbin domo clips.

[@UlfilasNZ]

No you can't, unless your phone is as good as his system.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

@@UlfilasNZ I fully understand appreciate your logic, but you can get clues to what it sounds like and the strengths and weaknesses. I record my own system just using a current Samsung phone and upload it to YT. Now I have a benchmark. I know what mine sounds like in real life and I know what it sounds like played back on headphones with all the losses associated with the recording and playback on inferior tech.

[@terrywho22]

Mike is certainly a great story teller. I especially enjoyed part about Brian Wilson. I also happen to be running DUAL, though mine is a 1229. Happy to hear I'm in some amazing company.

[@AlexandreDiLolli]

Two Big thumbs up for the Brian Wilson story and getting Wendy Carlos the Tron gig!

[@spacejaime]

Didn't know you had returned to The Absolute Sound. Regardless, where ever you review audio systems, you are audiophile royalty in my book. Thanks for 36 years (and counting) of excellent -and intellectual- audio entertainment! BTW, Nice upgrade with the speakers!

[@UdiKoomran]

Fantastic many thanks

[@erics9754]

I have my big A1Px Labs in a 25 by 16.5 ft. room; it's more than enough space. I have the sub REL b1 in the corner, the Sound labs 8 ft from the back wall, and one-third rule in effect, and I have gotten amazing results.

[@marcoscastro7650]

Epic video

[@epi2045]

I’m glad the conversation started from the power line to the house!!

[@zuesr3277]

Some japanese said they are like blood they need to be pure

[@utusantimur5797]

japan do it first

[@liquidamber]

You're speakers are one of the best in the word .and they are beathyfull

[@sphaera3809]

I appreciate your efforts to make the most out of vinyl. I’m not 100% sure it is still necessary giving the current state of digital, we’ve come a long way in the past 30 years (when I started my quest). My approach to audio is super minimal though, I think it would be considered the opposite of yours, computer feeding powered speakers digitally at 24/192 with room correction - as minimal as I can make a digital to analog path.

[@millermark445]

An amazing system that very few could afford but perhaps aspire to in their audio dreams. I like what you said about buying what you covet being that life is so short, a reality that those of a certain age can relate to. Of course, that applies to all manor of passions, be it audio, bikes, cars, guns, houses, et al.

[@pittbrat7963]

I would love to see (and hear) how you use your setup playing mono records. I find so much debate on the internet about the equipment to use, turntable setup, etc...

[@galaxiedance3135]

Once you have all the ultimate pieces... Things like your hydro are the limiting factor of getting all that you can out of your system. Well done!! I hope that I have a budget for this someday. I still love my setup but I would hand it down to my son and upgrade once I know that I can do it right.

[@MrButuz]

Interesting system. I can't quite comprehend how having 10 metres of new copper cable from the top of your house to your meter, actually reverses any negative effect from "terrible sounding aluminium cable" when the other hundreds and hundreds of metres that electricity is traveling to your house in is still old aluminium. Electricity doesn't really give much of a stuff what it's being run through it just goes from a to b no dramas.

[@roybertalotto6355]

Thecgrounding issue might have merit but I agree on the wire. All high end audio equipment should be run on DC battery power. Remove all AC remote power generation from the equation.

[@stephanlazarz1921]

Beautiful over the top system, lucky man.

[@gil3green]

Thanks for sharing, no digital source? I see you had some cd’s….

[@JKadison]

Absolutely amazing system and technical achievement. I have little doubt that this is one of the finest home-based systems in the world. Thank you for the outstanding reviews and information you continue to provide.

[@thomaswipf7986]

Can ground hum be considered a component issue? I have nice components with zero ground hum.

[@cwall9962]

I love the Talking Heads Speaking in Tongues poster. I have the same print framed and hanging from my listening room's wall.

[@joseauger1353]

Hi, Michael. I will recommend a Reader’s Digest set titled Scheherazade:Rhapsodic Mood Music. As was usual with RD sets, this one was manufactured by RCA from their own recordings. I was surprised by the quality of the recordings and pressings: perfectly silent surfaces, excellent clarity, air, definition, dynamics. I bought a completely new sealed set in stereo.

[@sdn1528]

Pure analogue system 👍👍👍

[@daviddrake6875]

Is the cartridge as good as Dynavector Diamond cantilever and stylus?

[@tdmduc]

Those Wilson's are epic!

[@ozzy-o8215]

terrific stuff Mikey....but a tangential question....a few years back you wrote a piece about hearing aids for music listeners. it wasn't relevant to me at the time but alas with the march of time its is becoming more so. Equally alas, I have lost the note I made of this device. Can you recall what it was and can you re-recommend it with details. That would be great. Cheers.

[@terencefield3204]

B&O had induction turntables decades ago. I have still got one

[@robertjermantowicz-uw3iw]

My B&O linear track turntable uses magnetic induction to rotate the thin aluminum platter.

[@terencefield3204]

@@robertjermantowicz-uw3iw Indeed, a low mass table, a lovely cartridge, a linear tracking arm and a linear induction motor. Nothing better, and unjustified sneering at B & O by ignoramus

[@johndavidson5075]

Watching this makes me very thankful I don’t need to spend a ton of money just so I can enjoy music.

[@10sassafras]

I don’t understand turntable fetishes. Discs used to be important but almost all fabulous performances in the last 40 years have been captured digitally and that’s the technology I love. The golden age of vinyl was only two or three decades and I’m just not that nostalgic for it.

[@johnz4860]

If you think Esoteric has built a great record player with the Grandioso T1, you should listen to their SACD players, that is where they rule supreme over other brands. The Gradioso F1 SACD player with its VRDS mechanism is the Rolls Royce of SACD players.

[@RandyShirley]

Glad you're back with The Absolute Sound! I loved the Brian Wilson story! The only band that I have seen more than The Beach Boys is Jimmy Buffett, since I'm in South Florida and a Parrot Head! Cheers! 😁

[@1024div]

Fantastic.

[@espeningelarsen8445]

Nice tour :)

[@xXLegendXx70]

Would be amazing to be friends with this guy and be able to listen to his setup.

[@nephrodoc4120]

Fantastic video, as usual a wealth of knowledge. It’s nice to see Mikey in his natural environment.

[@larryshaver3568]

what does the Xenon rectifier do ,does it make the current going to the motor more consistent?