Vanatoo T1 Encore _(Z Reviews)_ Smol Magic Boxes

[@radomcrado9614]

It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up. -Ferris Bueller

[@Geerladenlad]

Mint?

[@KamiKaXi]

i Will

[@Lincolnzz]

I bought the Vanatoo T1 in part because of your reviews on reddit/the video 6 years ago. Still love them.

[@mattgiunt]

Bought the T1 years ago after coming across some crazy guys hilarious review on KZbin. Ive had the T1 everywhere in my house from living room to the bedroom( not Loud enough for these rooms) but finally found that they work best as desktop speakers using the USB out connection from my iMac. Love them and see no need to upgrade. Yes, the T1 has a subwoofer output. I have the cherry wood version and they look amazing with the cover on.

[@SlothOfSpeed]

Thanks much for explaining the DSP shelved and compression modes

[@svalbard01]

5:45 Depends on the DSP setting. "Flat" DSP setting crosses at 80Hz, like you say, but "shelved" DSP (the default setting) crosses at 125Hz still.

[@jasonwhitehurst7576]

I have these. I talked with Gary at Vanatoo about the hard-wired power cord and they told me they struggled with an appropriately consistent external power brick and up until the release, they couldn't find what they required so they took ownership of the quality and put it in the speaker. All I can say is these are INCREDIBLE. I also have the Vanatoo Transparent Zero and the Transparent One Encore are such a different speaker and they fill a different need and niche. For a desk speaker, they are phenomenal. Don't require a sub.

[@albertsoliz7018]

Hey, I would like to ask your for your advice regarding the Vanatoo Tranparent Zero v One Encore. Assuming they are priced at 300$ and 500$, would the One Encore be worth the added 200$? I am currently looking for a desktop speaker but I wouldn't mind the ability to use it later as a living-room/home-theatre type speaker. I'd appreciate it if you could you give me your opinion on the differences between them.

[@chrischillbilly]

@@albertsoliz7018 I only have the zeros but upgraded from audio engine A2 and Samson Rubicon 2.1 ribbon studio monitors + sub. I sold everything once I got the zeros for desktop use. I feel I can mix audio on them as much as I can enjoy music on them. If you plan on using them in a living room at one point, you can just get a sub for an amazing (and compact) 2.1 system. If you have room on your desktop for the T1, might as well go for it - even if you need stands. The zeros are unbeatable for desktop use and especially for their size. You can always easily add a sub for desktop use. As good as the A2's were, it's night and day. This being said, I actually look forward to the day I may have the need to also add the T1's. I feel that the zeros are like compact desktop kef ls50's

[@jasonwhitehurst7576]

YES! I had to burn mine in as well. I even called Vanatoo and after discussing the situation, I had to reset the sub output and then it was incredible. Do yourself a favor and get the ISO Acoustics stands for these. They make a big difference in grounding the low end. If not my desk literally vibrates. Literally.

[@jamesturnbough3695]

Awesome run of speaker reviews. I finally listened to the klipsch 600m sound demo on my 600ms. Amazing Thanks for all you do, and keep it up!

[@eedoamitay3341]

What the hell, I just saw yor face reveal and what I had in my head of what you looked like is COMPLETELY different to what you actually look like. I thought you probably looked like a 40-50 year old garbage truck driver, but you look so freaking normal and like happy XD keep on giving us the goods, been a fan of the channel for almost 6 years now and I just had to get that out lol

[@samlcyo2]

Thumbs up for the explanation of the DACAMP system in there! Really interesting option for speakers.

[@dilbyjones]

Samuel Lavigne-Cloutier hell ya Z is showing some of these technical know-howDon’t get it twisted Z knows his shit

[@MrPhins]

I have a tip to save money on yoga mats if you're not in a hurry. Wait until mid-January and check Goodwill or apt/condo complex dumpsters. Seriously. I live in a condo complex and mid-January of this year everyone's New Year's resolution to stay in shape went out the window and there were SIX brand new yoga mats sitting right next to our community trash. As for the speakers, I kinda like you have enter cheat codes to program them but the attached cable is a killer for me.

[@jasonwhitehurst7576]

I'm listening to the T1E review on KZbin on my T1E's. Anime characters get wings somewhere.

[@KamiKaXi]

how's your experience with them? i want them

[@jemaglr5316]

Learned a lot from this review! Subbed 💯

[@marcpena3197]

You’re hilarious Z. Thanks for making me laugh so hard this morning.

[@muldune]

Based on your review I purchased a pair of these Vanatoo T1 Encores last year. Today I moved them out of the main listening room an into the loft office. After much use I find them to be a disappointment. The most annoying part is the exceptionally weak remote control. I have to press the volume buttons about 10 times to get the primary speaker to respond (amber light) (Yes, I checked the battery, it was fine). Next is the muddled sound in the mid to high ranges making the vocals suffer. Finally, these speakers color the sound to make it softer and warmer; not desirable. I replaced these T1 Encores with Adam Audio A5Xs, which are are head and shoulders better. Yes, they are $1K a pair but I paid $600 for these Vanatoos and wish I saved that money to buy the A5Xs.

[@GordonGEICO]

23:09 - "I just can't win with the shuffle..." The song it picked after he said that was hilarious

[@larryeckerdt9750]

At 22:00 you can hear Zeos’ port noise complaint (I crack myself up!).

[@jeanpierresnyman652]

Excellent intro music, I love Rocket League

[@barneyjones5174]

Auditioned these speakers as i had read good things about Vanatoo. Didn't keep them as i opted for a different brand that i was also auditioning. Let your ears and budget decide.

[@seanb3303]

I also returned mine. They were fine but they were too easy to walk away from. My Rega RS1s keep me listening. Great company though.

[@nickadamopoulos6472]

Affordable things are getting so good the audiophile companies should start worrying.Thanks Z.

[@ZE0SPantera]

Wait until I crash RMAF in September with great cheap stuff. Going to be off the C H A I N

[@anonmouse956]

They already know their market is shrinking. That is why they are focused on trophy gear now. That is all they can move now.

[@brillo31]

love this review, this guy is awesome

[@simoSLJ89]

So I'm wondering, Vanatoo T1 Encore + sub or Swan M300 without sub ?

[@hootsl99]

I heard these at AXPONA this year and I fell in love with them. Amazing speakers!

[@bregbarega3717]

You explained the "phisical DAC" sort-of right, but actually these amplifiers have nice filters on each individual output (nice big inductors and capacitors), and those are the "DACs" :) the output signal on these (in a good scenario) is as analog as any other output on any other DAC or amplifier, you can eg. measure it with an instrument (without any phisical mass). BUT what you said is generally true to any Digita-to-Analog converters, because the mass of the drivers eliminates the individual steps between each samlpe's corresponding voltage, and "smoothens" the sound out. (I think, with a very fast driver, and without any filtering, a bat could hear the 44.1kHz sampling noise) :) (Sorry for my terrible english :D ) PS.: I love my SMSL Q5 Pro! Same full digital signal path.

[@M530H]

Which would be a better buy disregarding budget, Vanatoo T1E or Kef LS50W?

[@ZE0SPantera]

Id run to the LS50w for the insanity.

[@fascinatedbyeverything]

In the review I believe he says the KEF LS50W (at least for a desk) if cost is no object.

[@M530H]

Appreciate the input. Guess I'm going to get me some LS50W!

[@lickmygloves]

KEF easily.

[@dirkdiggler8207]

Im glad you caught yourself with the passive radiator comment. I love them. Although I have to point out one that does utilize them quite awesome and are cheap price. The Anker Soundcore Motion Boom is ridiculous!!!! I think it has 2 2.5" drivers with passive radiators. They hit LOW!!!! DAMN near subwoofer bass!!!! Check em out ALL.

[@chrisy4011]

Bugani makes amazing bluetooth speakers. 60 bucks 50 watts 2 radiators on back. Bass is insane.

[@rockkohli]

If price wasn't an issue- would you pick the Vanatoo Ti Es or the Kanto Tuks?

[@stevenswall]

The confusion lies in the fact that it's not "digital" though that's a close approximation... It's not sending ones and zeros, but it is doing a lot of square wave pulses. I think there may be a filter involved too, so it's also smoothing out that square wave.

[@dandevvers]

They seem like they have the same (or similar) functionality as the KEF LSX. You can switch left and right on those too. The KEF are about double the price though.

[@Vonliktenstien]

Absolutely love my t0's on my desk, but kind of want more modularity in the living room. Thinking about getting the Topping MX3 and some Micca RB42's plus a Micca 10 or 12 inch all for less than these.

[@kamilkashaf2766]

Don't. For less than $150 only the only thing listenable is the NHT SuperZero's.

[@skylarstradling7122]

"Hi Doug, call me"😂

[@Tibeardius]

So quirky

[@nanithefuck]

But what is the doug score?

[@Grassy_Gnoll]

"The knob takes priority." ~ Lessons from Zeos

[@gigihanmandarin]

So what version of Bluetooth these have?

[@rudolfsimon8801]

2.0

[@iskato914six]

your whiskey collection is tasty! also, I like these speakers. great review :)

[@BigPoppa-t3z]

Zeos the man!!

[@alext2933]

Mono is brilliant for speaker set up to lock in the centre image, whilst setting the speakers up. Then set back to stereo, done.

[@gigihanmandarin]

You sir, are brilliant

[@alext2933]

Glad to be of help sir.

[@gigihanmandarin]

@Vox Daze ~ more racist than average earthlings.

[@nicoras8803]

I trust that the powered box is substantially bigger than its mate to accommodate all the additional shit inside, else they will never sound the same - maybe it is not meant to! Sleep mode enabled after 20 minutes - what a blessing they actually stop before you cut your wrists.

[@gigihanmandarin]

You are basically describing virtually ALL powered monitors - one side of the speakers holds the necessary electronics.

[@3dwag]

The two speaker enclosures are the same size. Certainly these are similar to the Vanatoo Zeros: the non-powered speaker has a dummy/ fake electronics box with damping material...same size, shape, and volume as the real electronics box on the powered speaker, in order to keep the same enclosure tuning and outside dimensions. There is a weight difference -- the powered unit weighs about 12 lbs, the passive about 11 lbs, due to no electronics.

[@3dwag]

Cool! I just ordered a set of One Encores a few days ago, after talking to Gary on the phone some about these vs the smaller Zeros. These guys are engineers and audiophiles after my own heart!

[@AdrianIII]

Will you be reviewing any of the other "modern" Klipsch designed speakers?

[@ZReviews]

Actually have a more vintage pair of RFIII towers here for review. After those we will see.

[@kentaur1234]

Bravo Zi! Bravooooo!

[@act.13.41]

Yes, the originals do have a subwoofer out.

[@act.13.41]

I am keeping my original T-1s. I still love them.

[@ZE0SPantera]

This is an improved sub-out. Not 120Hz cut-off

[@bgallagrr]

Drop the rb42 sir....review that is. Drop the review. Thx.

[@ZE0SPantera]

Recording it tonight. Patreon tonight or tomorrow. Then a week later. You get it. If any are left.

[@baronofgreymatter14]

How are these without a sub on your desk

[@shaun9107]

Treble Extension , I miss it

[@tonyfreeman4249]

I really want Z to review the Kef lsx. Please Z, please.

[@cristi724]

Just like with the swans, can't really find these in europe. Edifier wins.

[@randalllawkin]

Wait was that Mystical 🔥👍 ??

[@xophere]

Also if you have questions the owners/designers reply to your email. They recommend those crappy Polks. I love my T0's I would like to hear these some day. Sounds like these are somewhat a mix of the originals and the T0. Internal power brick is cool but I do like the detachable power cord.

[@bigboidarrius37]

My jaw dropped at 29:26 like wow but I’m still debating on these or the swan m300s. I love the way the swans sound and I love the low end tht the t1s has. Idk which to get because sq n hard hitting low end bass is wat I’m looking for in speakers could someone help

[@Gamer-sq8vc]

Me too. I can't decide between Swan M300, Edifier S3000Pro, and Vanatoo T1E. I wish Z was able to get the Swan M300MKii (mark 2 version of the M300) as it's now a 3-way design plus has a ribbon tweeter. From all the videos I've seen, I'm leaning towards the Swans on pure sound quality with the T1Es in 2nd and the S3000Pro 3rd. The S3000Pros sound a little V-shaped on videos like they're "thin" yet dynamic and punchy while the M300s sound great in all areas and apparently have incredibly fast/tight bass, while the T1E may have a unique sound because they're sealed but I also heard they don't sound as luscious and "hi-end" as the Swans but I want to know what their bass is like compared to the Swans. I can't freakin decide.

[@JohnB-ws4ge]

way late to the party but are these the best there is at the price point for a computer desk?

[@styloyt]

I love me some puzzle speakers!

[@Geerladenlad]

If you're using a preamp and outputting digitally to the these, the Edifier or any other powered monitor couldn't you still use the preamp's subwoofer out?

[@DrJubs999]

If I'm using my speakers primarily for music, should I buy the Bic F12 or the Dynamo 300?

[@Dixie_Normis]

Let's say a certain somebody was looking at buying the klipsch headphone amp and a pair of these. How would you go about preamping these? They don't have rca in on the back. Would that even be possible or should I keep looking for a better pairing since that is my goal? Thanks for any help/advice!

[@anthonymorales2000]

Would you recommend those new Miccas for rear channels? The one's you keep gawking over

[@ZE0SPantera]

Yeah but mind their dimensions. They are as deep as they are tall and rear ported. I'd try them pointed up with feet on the back first honestly.

[@ElaBellll]

Hey just had a thought, a song you ought to listen to for soundstage is Lil Liza Jane or when the saints go marching in. Both on Dreams of New Orleans.

[@LegrandLarrabee]

Did they name the Transparent zeros after you?

[@chriswindham9868]

Want to try these last few powered speakers you have reviewed. I have a bunch of passive speakers (Revel Performa3 in the main system) but bought a pair of “cheap” Insignia powered speakers and was surprised how well they sound. MSRP of ~ $200 for about $100 on sale. Good for the people that aren’t critical (WAF/SAF) and they have a sub out. Might be a rebadged Edifier or other ?

[@aceofspades6667]

So which to buy the Kanto Tuk, Swan M3A MkII, Vanatoo T1 Endocore, or Edifier S3000? If adjusted for cost and not caring for looks (yes I know the Tuks are sex) but for pure sound which would you go back to?

[@theenhancer]

For pure sound the M3A is a step above, and in price too. They're 50% again as expensive as Edifier S3000Pros for example. Did you mean the cheaper M300?

[@KALTBLUTWOLF1]

Interesting that you talked about the problem with active speakers and subs since I am in exactly this dilemma right now. I want to get a new 2.1 setup. I kind of settled on the Swan M300 and the SVS PB-3000. Problem is that the Swans are active speakers with either digital or RCA analogue input. The SVS has only RCA analogue input. I thought about using it's 80 Hz high pass filter and send that filtered signal to the speakers. How would I go about setting these up? The sub wants a pre amped signal according to it's manual. I guess the speakers don't like an amped signal since they are active speakers. So, as I see it I can either go into the sub with a weak DAC output and then into the speakers or buy a preamp/DAC-preamp combo but would the speakers like that? You mentioned the MiniDSP but that would only help if the sub would not have a high pass filter, right? Luv u all :*

[@ZReviews]

The miniDSP HD helps you if you are sending Analog into your speakers. Because it has a volume control via IR there you just set any remote. You can also just control source volume in foobar2k etc. But you would be leaving the speakers at their max volume as well as the sub and doing all the dancing in the miniDSP

[@ChrisJohnson-kh4gw]

I've looked everywhere (to no avail) that said this group seems knowledgeable, is it okay to hook up a powered speaker to an amp or will it fry the active speaker amp/dac/dsp?

[@TelmoMonteiro]

If they are not made to be driven by an external amp, don't do it. Yes it will fry the electronics inside

[@treehouse1998]

How are these compared to the t0?

[@crBudgetWatches]

I know this is an old video but I am considering these vs ELAC Debut 3.0 and a comoact amp like SMSL or Wiim as I am tight on space . What do you think would be better sound wise ? Total price would be similar on both scenarios. I already have a subwoofer.

[@whitecheddar6177]

These or the Swans m200 for desk?

[@aniaxaxa]

What did you bought ?

[@whitecheddar6177]

@@aniaxaxa the vanatoo t1, they are awesome! No regrets.

[@fascinatedbyeverything]

Should I get these or a $1000 surround system (plus, say, $300 for the receiver) for small apartment home theater? Did you use MiniDSP to room correct the Vanatoos or play them with those 2 changes and nothing else?

[@jownbey]

Any recomendations on a subwoofer pairing!

[@superdad525]

RSL Speed Woofer. Fantastic for audio and makes the Vanatoo's much more dynamic.

[@user-yq6ov6ow7l]

I have my t0’s hooked up to a polk psw 10, its what vanatoo recommends. Sounds so so good.

[@KamiKaXi]

I'm going to buy them for my desktop space, not sure yet if I'm going to add a sub, I'm 80% sure i want a subwoofer, maybe a cheap good one

[@halversonea]

Torn between these, The Sixes, and TUK. Anyone have any thoughts?

[@DaBigMook]

Same. Did you decide with one?

[@halversonea]

@@DaBigMook not quite. I decided to get the T0s temporally and then move them to my office once I figure out what I want in the living room. I've defiantly decided to go with passive speakers at this point though to have more upgrade options. Leaning towards an integrated amp and Klipsch RP500m but we'll see. The T0s don't disappoint though and I'm sure the T1s would be even better. I had to change a few settings to get them right and break them in for a few weeks but they're great and sound much bigger than they are.

[@halversonea]

@@DaBigMook To elaborate a bit further - after reading more reviews I was getting the impression that The Sixes would be best for a home theatre where vocals are important, the T1 Encores would be best for accuracy, and the TUK has the best looks and still sound great but aren't quite as accurate as the T1s or as lively as the Sixes. Also the aluminum drivers that Vanatoo uses definitely have an "off" sound at a very specific frequency. If you tap the bottom of a beer can and hear that "aluminum" noise that's the frequency I'm talking about and you can really hear it in some dialogue. It's not bad, it's just not "transparent" either. I'd still say it's overall more accurate than the various Klipsch speakers I've owned which really color the sound. Overall I'm very happy with them and would buy them again.

[@greenfiend2499]

Does anyone know how the Fluance Ai40's compare to these T1 Encore's for sound, considering similar woofer size and closed speaker box? Mega price difference is all I got to go on.

[@butterchuggins5409]

Sure, they sound great, but mine took a dump and just stopped working after about 11 months. My remote quit working after about 3 months. Vanatoo said they'd replace them but I just expected better for 600 bucks. I'm going to sell the replacements and just get some KEFs so I don't have to worry about them quitting at random.

[@coffeebleu6577]

Did you ever find out the problem with your set?

[@butterchuggins5409]

@@coffeebleu6577 Yes. They replaced the amp and the remote. The second amp failed as well. It was replaced once again. We'll see how long it lasts this time around. The new remote had the same problem too. I just fixed that myself. The speakers sound absolutely amazing. I just can't say that I count on them. 1.5 years, 3 amps, 2 wonky remotes.

[@MolaDunno]

what about trying L-R channel with only active unit? yeah, that might need 2 pairs, need more money and there would be matching issue. but I tend to stick with symmetrics

[@voin3858]

LINK to Chewy ? I missed her in this review.

[@MrMegatron85]

My vanatoo t0 was making farting noises a couple weeks ago. Think I had the bass up too much. Haha at first I thought it was the song

[@matt_balomenos]

You should look into getting an Aiwa Exos-9. I'm sure a pair of them will impress the hell out of you. I bet it'll beat the vanatoo t0 in sound, but maybe not with features.

[@user-yq6ov6ow7l]

I own the exos 9 and the vanatoo t0. There is no comparison with sound quality. The aiwa is amazing for how loud it gets, how low i gets, its price, portability, and sound quality. It’s an amazing overall package. But it doesn’t hold a candle to t0’s in sound quality.

[@anonmouse956]

If all the amplification is in one speaker box do the two boxes have different internal volumes for the drivers to work with? Or is there just a closed off space in one box to keep the sound consistent.

[@chrisy4011]

Best powered sounding for the price.

[@aethertech]

passive radiator vs port?

[@kennethschoen7796]

Chuffing bad. Passive radiator no have chuffing. Passive radiator better. Lol

[@justins.1283]

Build a set of open backed fake speakers with covers on them to set those Vanatoo's in then when people ask what they are whip off the covers and say "Theze !"

[@arroe621]

Kanto Tuks also have a left/right channel swap.

[@finitevoid4520]

Meridian UK?

[@nicoras8803]

If they made a marked improvement, what the fuck did they sound like before.

[@ZE0SPantera]

Also great. This tweeter has a touch more going on.. and then the VOLUME increase with the sub is SUBstantial.

[@KindredGh0st]

but did doug ever call z back?

[@zkid1582]

hello bro z ... plz tell me if yamaha AS501 is a good amp mainly for good bass music

[@micahmakesit8188]

I saw the Sennheiser PC37x in one of your unboxing videos. I am excited to see a video on those! I think they are great for their price.

[@orelove]

I'm having trouble getting past the cheesy 3.5mm analog connector. My experience says that's a bad design choice for reliability. Would greatly prefer RCA's. Since LP's are my jam, that's consequential.

[@jownbey]

These are driven with digital signal, the 3.5 goes through an ADC. Optical or coax in would be the least screwed witg

[@nizodizo9549]

I do not like blue LED's but on my 316bee they seam to work.

[@orelove]

Left/Right selectable! Actual sub-woofer consideration! OK. Now you have my attention.

[@planck10-43]

I really never knew Jack Black reviewed stereo speakers.

[@Mad.Maxx.77]

T1 Encore or Swan M300 for TV audio? Help me, Obi-Zeos-Kenobi...

[@erwinjacinto7292]

what are those speaker stands called

[@kennethschoen7796]

Dr-pro

[@kennynggg]

Did anyone ever figure out if they use Bluetooth 4 or 5.?

[@Macc_]

13:41 Worth the $600 USD just for that. 29:19 I too like the bass. Title? Shazam has failed me.

[@cnhhnc]

Jesus, man! I remember the original review. Has it been that long?

[@wellytrisdianto]

great review, as always. would you mind to review presonus eris 3.5 speakers, please.

[@ilpatongi]

Thanos Pantera?

[@user473]

I think you are a bit wrong, Z. It doesn't send short impulses to the driver, it has a class D amp that outputs a sine wave. "Direct digital" means that instead of a usual dac they have a PWM processor that gets digital signal and sends PWM signal to the class D amp. It's the same tech that, for example, AD18 or LSR305 use (they probably use shittier components though). I must say, there are products that work exactly like you described, but they are not very common (the only thing I can remember are some BT audio-technica headphones).

[@Saber-2]

Did you remove the shroud from your fan because of the buffeting?

[@BigPoppa-t3z]

Holy shit!!!

[@adamstoby96]

this is also the hook

[@nind3282]

How can i buy these and get them to the UK

[@sirtoki]

My Dynaudio Xeo2's also have a switch to switch to switch which powered speaker is left or right, yay technology