Reviewer info, patreon, and personal interest in our reviews: nbtsmedia.com/about-us/ The list is not in any typical order. These are top 10 choices that fit into different "needs" or a listener Bookies: Purchase Elac Debut Reference: amzn.to/35Hr8gW full review: th-cam.com/video/nNaHFncE8jA/w-d-xo.html Triangle BRO3: amzn.to/3hBfRke full review: th-cam.com/video/vgY4ZSgklPw/w-d-xo.html Triangle Titus ez: funallaudio.com/us-international/triangle-titus-ez-bookshelf-speakers full review: th-cam.com/video/HP69PRa0_O8/w-d-xo.html Css audio 1td kit: www.css-audio.com/online-store/CSS-Criton-1TD-Kit-Pair-p109862382 full review: th-cam.com/video/i4w-aweNg9o/w-d-xo.html Sound Artist SC8B: amzn.to/3kmP3Ge full review: th-cam.com/video/d2cYD4IJR24/w-d-xo.html Floorstanders: Magnepan LRS: www.magnepan.com/model_lrs full review: th-cam.com/video/DxZvzWEf-m8/w-d-xo.html Tekton Lore: www.tektondesign.com/lore.html full review: coming soon Tekton Lore reference: www.tektondesign.com/lore-reference.html full review: th-cam.com/video/UjgmcLDLbHY/w-d-xo.html nearfield/desktop: Adam audio t5v: amzn.to/32wrt3Y full review: th-cam.com/video/hem5Vh_k55Y/w-d-xo.html soundartist ls3/5a: www.china-hifi-audio.com/en/soundartist-amplifier-speaker-c-78/soundartist-ls3-5a-monitor-bookshelf-speakers-loudspeakers-pair-p-2320?zenid=625d200b8d267fece4d81ba6d29c61f8 full review: coming soon
@@edwardpaul5525 Tekton. Don't even consider running the LRS with that receiver. The LRS is extremely picky when it comes to amps. Tekton speakers, on the other hand, can be driven by almost anything.
I dont agree with much of this! kind of like the ELACs, that's about it. Guy on the left looks, and acts like he is going to fall asleep at any moment.....
Yes I've already defeated the $1k and $2k speaker levels. ☺️. Level up, please! As far as I know now my next plateau is the tekton double impact or the SE edition. I like big full range speakers and I need a monitor / reference class speaker.
Seriously guys if i can give you guys any award then this is probably best of the best video without being boring wow just wow.. You guys are arguably best audio reviewers out there just pls make your vids come out more frequently as i miss you guys in between vids.. 😂
Jay. Bro. Bruh. Bro-3. Whatever you wanna call it. Here's my sincere question and please think about it; since you are very much impressed with the SA SC8B's, let's call that speaker what it is; a solid 8" tannoy knock-off. That then begs the next question; how good are their Tannoy Eaton knock-off (the 12" large standmount coincident driver), and then the Canterbury knock-off (the 15" floorstander). If they perform as well relative to their role-models as the price difference justifies....they could be freaking awesome! Can you get them in for review??? Puh-lease?
I'll join the hype train. I am curious though, why they hint at problems ordering direct vs. Amazon. Is it just shipping times, or quality control issues too?
It's interesting ELAC now has the Debut Reference and Uni-Fi 2.0 for roughly the same price. Basically better cabinet + 2way vs 3way coaxial. Wonder if that means if they'll release a Uni-Fi Reference line as well? Hmm
My SoundArtist LS3/5A arrived 2 days ago, $830 AUD with free express shipping from China, during these times! They arrived within 2 weeks, I was very surprised. Oh and yes they sound and look amazing!
Hey jay like you mentioned naim & hegel with Maggie's it would be really great if you can make a video about best amps for each of these: jbl's & klipsch's & even tekton
One thing that drew me to the Elac Debut Reference was the aesthetics. For once, not just a black box with a black grille. Once I head them, however..... I was sold. Connected to a Yamaha A-S301, I was stunned with the sound that they produced. I bought the walnut model, and the "vintage" gray grilles look great. I wish more brands would move away from the tired "80's "black everything" look.
I know a audiophile will always try to treat positioning and the room to the speakers, but we all know nearly no one does it on your level. I’d love if you’d focus more, on the criticialism of Position with these comparison vids, like you do with „power“ already. And done with the magnapan
My secondary sound system uses a pair of Q Acoustic 3050I speakers. They are well under £1000 and are phenomenal. At 92db efficiency they are not power hungry, but do vastly improve with better electronics. They are aesthetically pleasing floor-standers with their curved edges and high quality fit and finish. They image well and produce an expansive sound stage. For my taste and preference, the top end could be a shade brighter. The bass does not reach particularly low, but the mid-bass slam is strong and authoritative and if required, the addition of an inexpensive mini sub augments that low end with out breaking through the £1000 barrier. Where they shine is the mid range. A little forward, but natural sounding. Female vocals Excell as do electric guitars. At low volumes they can bring the best out of the likes of Nora Jones and at higher volumes the reproduce rock the way it is meant to be heard. They are ideally suited to female vocal trance and electronic in general with their excelen high dynamics and that previously mentioned mid-bass slam. I have connected them to the high-end components of my main system and they hold their own, especially at that price. If you’re a cash strapped audiophile, or just looking for an inexpensive pair of outstanding all-rounders, you won’t go far wrong with these Q Acoustic 3050I medium sized floor-standers.
Thanks Guys for doing what all the other reviewers don't dare do.The Consumer needs and deserves the results of all these listening tests. There is one reviewer that tests a lot of headphones but no recommendations or rankings. Consumers have no time and opportunity to do listening tests. What good is a review if not placed within it's competition. Thanks for your bravery and discrimination.
I'm in the market for new speakers. As a 60yr old with near-constant Tinnitus (ringing in the ears...left ear, in my case), I find myself more and more in the market for speakers that are 'warm,' forgiving of less than perfect recordings, and non-fatiguing. IOW, the Tinnitus amplifies 'brightness' turning it into HARSHNESS. Another issue, the layout of my room is such that I really need to stay away from rear-ported speakers. I have to be able to deploy them pretty close to the wall. All of that said, I've really begun to wonder if the Triangle BR03 is the way to go...
Raving about these elacs on Amazon saying B&W are poor alternatives.Great sound is in the ear of the beholder.I paid 350 quid for my B&W 607 aniversary s2`s and i bet for 500 quid these Elacs might sound marginally better,by a slither.These audiophiles have more money than sense.I was knocked back how Wharfedale 9.1 for £50 sound so good!!
Hey guys I have a 50 watt Nad streaming D class amp and I would like to know which of these speakers you would recommend. Bro3, triangle titans, tekton lore. Thanks Gary
I've seen and read so many glowing reviews on the 4.2, and unfortunately there are no Wharfedale dealers in Ohio(where I live). I may have to order them so I can audition them. I like AMT tweeters typically because they're often detailed without being harsh. A constant between the many reviews seems to be "warmth", and I'm not a fan of an overly warm sound, which is the only reservation I really have. They're build is gorgeous and it looks to be high quality drivers for the asking price compared to other speakers with the same price tag.
My only concern about Wharfedale Evo's was Whathifi's comment "Need a large room to shine" (granted, this was for the 4.4). Some may not have a large room, or may want to sit closer to the speakers.
@@jesuguru2394 I agree that they probably benefit from a larger room as they are very spacious sounding, but I have mine in an average size living room and they sound wonderful. Unless you are in a really small room, I would not worry about it too much.
Might not be to everyone's taste, esp youngsters. Those who had never attended a live classical or jazz performance won't appreciate it as it hasn't sound of its own. No kicks they say. Bcos they haven't the criterion of a live performance to base upon.
First thing that jumped out at me is that they're too close to each other. Distancing is just automatic for me now (yay USA ///). Same with the blind cable test a while back. Other than that I thought it was a great piece.
hey wasss up with svs ultra i got kef ,b&w,snell acoutics for me now best speakers 1,000 dollars i find in the sound so many details never hear before i loved i think you need to lisent am tell me
you taking to old seakers than was upgread rogers no way jose is so many good new speaker better only i think good klh,tekton very goog but i lisent music for all my life but i like you but so young and you sound like you got 60 no way you is a baby is so many music and sound how old are you tell me but good lock i like you sometimes you mix high very high audio and later talk about 500 t 1000 ok i
I second the Adam T-series. They really hit it out of the park with those budget monitors. The larger T7V and T8V are more suited for hifi mid-field use.
Interesting the concept of an analog sounding speaker we live in an analog world so what we hear in our surroundings are analog sounds, so is analog a more natural sound and digital is more of a quantized synthetic reproduction? help me out with this lol
I believe we could add the Boston Acoustics VR940 speakers to this list. Or actually, maybe those speakers were about $1,300. ?? I can't remember. But I have a set of them.
But i would recommend saving 2k more & getting tekton Ulfberht 9k or goldenear triton reference 10k or PureAudioProject quintet 15 if space is not concern
Absolutely fantastic choices J you hit it out the park I really do love your tekton choices I have to buy me a pair J please do me a favor if somebody could do some research on the Martin Logan XT I 35 a fantastic bookshelf speaker in my opinion about $1,300 a pair us
The new Chane audio L series has all SB Acoustics drivers. The L3C’s are a MTM under $1,000 and the L3’s are a 20 liter stand mount for around $600. Both models are full SB Acoustics. SB Acoustics makes some amazing drivers. The Chane Audio 752’s have Scanspeak woofers and 18 sound horns and are well under $1,000. Both models of speakers are brand new and will be coming out this month. * Great build quality * Outstanding crossovers * Scanspeak or SB Acoustic drivers All speakers are tuned by Jon Lane...! These are going to be a huge hit.
I find it strange no Klipsch, no Polk, no kef, no monitor on this list. All of the Amazon best sellers not on this list. Are you sure this isn't the top 10 most underrated speakers under $1000? Klipsch 280f for $798 a pair not here. They are a very high performing, dynamic, full range speaker set. The only one here I'm interested in is the lore but I think I'll pass that and go for the double impact or the SE. I don't really need to upgrade but I would like to try Tekton.
My recommendation would be that you shouldn't include speakers, which sell for more than 1000 us dollars in other parts of the world. For Tekton and Magnepans we Europeans pay way more than 1000 dollars. Or change the title. Or but a remark in the list it only apply to US and Canada.
Sony SS-CS5 or Sony SS-CS3 is amazing for their beautifully rendered highs (superb imaging) with super tweeter. They're very neutral, dynamic, transparent and musical. Bass response is beyond anything of that price range with Hi-end amps such as Hegel. They're extremely cheap but outperform USD 1000+ speakers due to having rigid cabinet designs and convenient materials for drivers. They had also 5 full stars on Amazon for a long time.
I purchased a pair of these speakers for the ridiculous low price of 73 dollars for the pair. Regular price i believe is 150 dollars a pair. They sound amazing especially considering the price but there's only so much bass a 5" woofer can produce. I also have a pair of KEF q100 and they come extremely close to matching them.
@@marvinmurakami8828 I've got floorstanding (USD 500) SS-CS3 for 5 years now. Then you can't imagine how incredible bass I'm getting with an additional woofer & front firing port. These speakers are so free of cabinet coloration that you can actually hear the amplifier. So I highly recommend to pair with a high-end amplifier in contrast to their low price. They play so effortlessly that you can hear every subtle tiny detail thanks to also being labeled as Hi-Res speakers.
It's not easy to produce speakers as ugly as this Sony pair ! Their designers have truly unique aesthetic tastes. Not even interested in finding out how they sound !
I just ordered the lore speakers in blue. The nice lady said I should have them around Thanksgiving. I said that's perfect I can blow the feathers off the turkey then. Looking forward to your review of them.
NBTStudio oh i didn’t know that. I own KEF R100 and can get LS50 for 666€ so I still might get the old one but I’ll watch the review of the new LS50 for sure
I use an 833A SET at 1000 Volts on the plate through a Hammond 1642SE transformer and drive it with a 45 SET through a Lhndahl 2765 transformer with 600 Ohms between grid and ground. (This is zero grid bias at which the 833A draws 120 ma.) The 833A is a radio station transmitter tube which has to have pure DC 10 Volts 10 Amps to heat the cathode. I use a 4.5 Farad capacitor pre-charged for the 10 Volt cathode heater power. This is perfect for Magnepan speakers. Use the 4 Ohm output on the Hammond transformer,
2 Way bookshelf the venerable Dyanco A25’s can’t be beat. The aperiodic design provides EVERYTHING you desire. Unequalled midrange plus more than enough bass.
I bought the lore reference in white. Look great, and sound amazing. Insane power handling too, can't make them distort even even with my Yamaha 100w integrated at max volume 😁
i have a pair of Dali Zensor pico bookshelf speakers. i was lucky enough to get this pair from a charity shop for 10 pounds (English). they are in mint condition. i think they retail for around 400- 600 pounds. they are brilliant for the price my best buy.
I just purchased a new open box pair of SVS Ultra bookshelf for 650... but I had to drive 3hrs there and 3hrs back to get them. I hope they're worth the trouble.
Love your reviews. Watching from the Netherlands. My choice under a 1000 is the Wharfedale Denton 85th anniversary edition. I have the black oak version. Great look with even better sound. I use a NAD digital amp to power them. Nice clean power and full sound.
Speaking of speaker/component combinations; you should think about doing a video where you would try various power sources with a chosen speaker and make note of the differences. Very illustrative.
so, in the ' try my.... I would be interested in the S.A. BUT bit over a year ago bought KEF Q 350 and am totally 100 % satisfied. note, they obviously put the $ in the acoustics, the finish is, umm, typical. I got a 1 ft x 8 ft pre glued real Oak veneer., $50..... looks very very good, only ? how long will the pre glue stick to stock vinyl ? See the up market oriented ' Stereophile' review, ( google) they direct compare the media fave Kef LS50, prefer the '50 at some things - and prefer the Q 350 at some things, at half the price.
Why wouldn't the CSS be the best if it compares to a $3000 manufactured (not do it yourself) speaker? For example, the XLS Encore is supposed to be comparable to $2000+ speakers for a fraction of the price. This CSS offering should be similar.
Bruhs, bro’s! I need y’all help. I am new to the field. I have a denon av receiver 80watts per channel . 5.1 topology. Looking for a good front and central decent pair of speakers . My room is narrow and long it is used mostly for TV. Sports and news. Your help is appreciated.
Really a pity that you didn't include any high performance vintage speaker systems. I just added a pair of Ohm Acoustics model H speakers to my setup last fall. Restored sonically and aesthetically and only cost me $275 for the pair. Ohm sells refurbished model H's for about $1000 each. You shoulda included vintage speakers from Acoustic Research, Ohm, EPI, Genesis, Polk, Electro-Voice to name a few. Not terribly expensive and (in good working condition) capable of sound that I'm sure would rival what you've shown here. That said, it is a nicely done video with interesting content. Just 'cause speakers are older than you shouldn't disqualify them. Maybe you could do a 10 best VINTAGE speaker review video for us seniors??
Ive bought Adam t5v after your recommendation! You recommended also topping e30 as DAC, but for my use i consider focusrite scarlett solo audio interface is DAC in focusrite comparable to e30, is this decent? How this dac compare to dragonfly red cause in considering it for IEM is there big difference or i should be ok with any of this?
Would have like to see you review of include the GoldenEar Aon2 or Aon3 , I believe both are under $1000.00, I have the Aon2's and they are fantastic, about $850 a pair
I had some rogers rogers ls6a/2 and I moved and had to sell.. I don't know how they compare to ls5, but my god.. I'm afraid to buy a new pair of nice speakers because those highs and mids were so delicious that I worry I will invest a lot into something that doesn't hit the violins and strings so nice... any ideas?
Reviewer info, patreon, and personal interest in our reviews: nbtsmedia.com/about-us/
The list is not in any typical order. These are top 10 choices that fit into different "needs" or a listener
Bookies:
Purchase Elac Debut Reference: amzn.to/35Hr8gW
full review: th-cam.com/video/nNaHFncE8jA/w-d-xo.html
Triangle BRO3: amzn.to/3hBfRke
full review: th-cam.com/video/vgY4ZSgklPw/w-d-xo.html
Triangle Titus ez: funallaudio.com/us-international/triangle-titus-ez-bookshelf-speakers
full review: th-cam.com/video/HP69PRa0_O8/w-d-xo.html
Css audio 1td kit: www.css-audio.com/online-store/CSS-Criton-1TD-Kit-Pair-p109862382
full review: th-cam.com/video/i4w-aweNg9o/w-d-xo.html
Sound Artist SC8B: amzn.to/3kmP3Ge
full review: th-cam.com/video/d2cYD4IJR24/w-d-xo.html
Floorstanders:
Magnepan LRS: www.magnepan.com/model_lrs
full review: th-cam.com/video/DxZvzWEf-m8/w-d-xo.html
Tekton Lore: www.tektondesign.com/lore.html
full review: coming soon
Tekton Lore reference: www.tektondesign.com/lore-reference.html
full review: th-cam.com/video/UjgmcLDLbHY/w-d-xo.html
nearfield/desktop:
Adam audio t5v: amzn.to/32wrt3Y
full review: th-cam.com/video/hem5Vh_k55Y/w-d-xo.html
soundartist ls3/5a: www.china-hifi-audio.com/en/soundartist-amplifier-speaker-c-78/soundartist-ls3-5a-monitor-bookshelf-speakers-loudspeakers-pair-p-2320?zenid=625d200b8d267fece4d81ba6d29c61f8
full review: coming soon
You need to try denon 600ne and nad c316bee v2 and iotavx sa3 with meagnapan lrs and we need the reviews for these amps
I'd be curious to get your opinion on the Paradigm Premier lineup being that they (and you) are Canadian :) pretty please?
Hi really enjoy your channel. I have a fisher 500c, do you have an opinion as to which floor stander would work best Magnepan or Tekton?
@@edwardpaul5525 Definitely Tektons
@@edwardpaul5525 Tekton. Don't even consider running the LRS with that receiver. The LRS is extremely picky when it comes to amps. Tekton speakers, on the other hand, can be driven by almost anything.
How about top 10 older speakers under $1000 USED that are worth your money?
That's a great suggestion! But then where would those paid sponsorship dollars come from? You don't want to make any money? Are you a communist?
I dont agree with much of this! kind of like the ELACs, that's about it. Guy on the left looks, and acts like he is going to fall asleep at any moment.....
How about the top 10 under $2000, $3000 and $4000?
Yes please!!! 2k next... maybe review paradigm premier series?
Yes I've already defeated the $1k and $2k speaker levels. ☺️. Level up, please!
As far as I know now my next plateau is the tekton double impact or the SE edition. I like big full range speakers and I need a monitor / reference class speaker.
have you heard the new elac unifi 2.0?
Can review to ten speakers over a million dollars? Not count the wire.
Can you guys do your ideal 7.1 HT setup at the $1,500, $2,000, $3,000, and $4,000 price points?
jbl 4311 or 12 had that phasey soundstage
Hi Guys! Excellent Top 10 List!! Can you do top 10 amplifier s under 1k next? Thanks in advance
Nice work getting straight to the video without an annoying long intro.
YES!
Seriously guys if i can give you guys any award then this is probably best of the best video without being boring wow just wow.. You guys are arguably best audio reviewers out there just pls make your vids come out more frequently as i miss you guys in between vids.. 😂
Jay. Bro. Bruh. Bro-3. Whatever you wanna call it. Here's my sincere question and please think about it; since you are very much impressed with the SA SC8B's, let's call that speaker what it is; a solid 8" tannoy knock-off. That then begs the next question; how good are their Tannoy Eaton knock-off (the 12" large standmount coincident driver), and then the Canterbury knock-off (the 15" floorstander). If they perform as well relative to their role-models as the price difference justifies....they could be freaking awesome! Can you get them in for review??? Puh-lease?
I've been looking at those too
I totally agree in your assessment it would be fantastic to get a review as soon as possible
Uh-oh, Jay. Uh-oh. Starting to get some consensus here baby....
I'll join the hype train. I am curious though, why they hint at problems ordering direct vs. Amazon. Is it just shipping times, or quality control issues too?
It's interesting ELAC now has the Debut Reference and Uni-Fi 2.0 for roughly the same price. Basically better cabinet + 2way vs 3way coaxial. Wonder if that means if they'll release a Uni-Fi Reference line as well? Hmm
I got a pair of Triangle Titus EZ for $500 from local exchange. They get me emotional when listening to my favorite music. Well worth their price!
The bass is also amazing for the size, those woofers can really move.
That's how it should work. Glad u found what alot of people look for.
My SoundArtist LS3/5A arrived 2 days ago, $830 AUD with free express shipping from China, during these times! They arrived within 2 weeks, I was very surprised. Oh and yes they sound and look amazing!
Mattice Verhoeven yep! Got mine last week and it took two weeks. Happy happy joy joy
Do you have to pay any other fees, dst??
@@frankiefen nope, I believe in Australia you only have to pay goods and services tax (GST) on imports if they’re worth $1000 AUD or more.
Acca dacca?
@@dougg1075 Acca dacca?
This video was too dry and bland.
JBL Studio 530s. JBL has them as low as $300 a pair every now and then. They retail around $700 usually.
Bought the Sound Artist LS/35a direct from China HIFI and no issues except my mind was blown
The soundartist ls3/5a's are currently $599 USD delivered, not $7-800. I bought a pair when Zero Fidelity first recommended them and love them.
Hey jay like you mentioned naim & hegel with Maggie's it would be really great if you can make a video about best amps for each of these: jbl's & klipsch's & even tekton
One thing that drew me to the Elac Debut Reference was the aesthetics. For once, not just a black box with a black grille. Once I head them, however..... I was sold. Connected to a Yamaha A-S301, I was stunned with the sound that they produced. I bought the walnut model, and the "vintage" gray grilles look great. I wish more brands would move away from the tired "80's "black everything" look.
I know a audiophile will always try to treat positioning and the room to the speakers, but we all know nearly no one does it on your level.
I’d love if you’d focus more, on the criticialism of Position with these comparison vids, like you do with „power“ already.
And done with the magnapan
My secondary sound system uses a pair of Q Acoustic 3050I speakers. They are well under £1000 and are phenomenal. At 92db efficiency they are not power hungry, but do vastly improve with better electronics.
They are aesthetically pleasing floor-standers with their curved edges and high quality fit and finish. They image well and produce an expansive sound stage. For my taste and preference, the top end could be a shade brighter. The bass does not reach particularly low, but the mid-bass slam is strong and authoritative and if required, the addition of an inexpensive mini sub augments that low end with out breaking through the £1000 barrier.
Where they shine is the mid range. A little forward, but natural sounding. Female vocals Excell as do electric guitars.
At low volumes they can bring the best out of the likes of Nora Jones and at higher volumes the reproduce rock the way it is meant to be heard. They are ideally suited to female vocal trance and electronic in general with their excelen high dynamics and that previously mentioned mid-bass slam.
I have connected them to the high-end components of my main system and they hold their own, especially at that price. If you’re a cash strapped audiophile, or just looking for an inexpensive pair of outstanding all-rounders, you won’t go far wrong with these Q Acoustic 3050I medium sized floor-standers.
Thanks Guys for doing what all the other reviewers don't dare do.The Consumer needs and deserves the results of all these listening tests. There is one reviewer that tests a lot of headphones but no recommendations or rankings. Consumers have no time and opportunity to do listening tests. What good is a review if not placed within it's competition. Thanks for your bravery and discrimination.
I’ve been stalking your TH-cam videos for a while, along with other review gurus like Thomas. I like what you guys do
I'm in the market for new speakers. As a 60yr old with near-constant Tinnitus (ringing in the ears...left ear, in my case), I find myself more and more in the market for speakers that are 'warm,' forgiving of less than perfect recordings, and non-fatiguing. IOW, the Tinnitus amplifies 'brightness' turning it into HARSHNESS. Another issue, the layout of my room is such that I really need to stay away from rear-ported speakers. I have to be able to deploy them pretty close to the wall. All of that said, I've really begun to wonder if the Triangle BR03 is the way to go...
Raving about these elacs on Amazon saying B&W are poor alternatives.Great sound is in the ear of the beholder.I paid 350 quid for my B&W 607 aniversary s2`s and i bet for 500 quid these Elacs might sound marginally better,by a slither.These audiophiles have more money than sense.I was knocked back how Wharfedale 9.1 for £50 sound so good!!
can you guys do the same for $1k-$2k speakers? great review guys.
Hey guys I have a 50 watt Nad streaming D class amp and I would like to know which of these speakers you would recommend. Bro3, triangle titans, tekton lore.
Thanks Gary
Great selection. I like my ELAC UBS5s, Emotiva B1+ and Klipsch R51Ms. I bought all 3 for less than $1k.
I wonder how my JBL Studio 590 stack up. I paid $499 each awesome JBL sale.😊
Big miss here, IMHO, on the Wharfedale EVO 4.2. These play WAY above their price ($1000 a pair).
💯 Percent 👍
I've seen and read so many glowing reviews on the 4.2, and unfortunately there are no Wharfedale dealers in Ohio(where I live). I may have to order them so I can audition them. I like AMT tweeters typically because they're often detailed without being harsh. A constant between the many reviews seems to be "warmth", and I'm not a fan of an overly warm sound, which is the only reservation I really have. They're build is gorgeous and it looks to be high quality drivers for the asking price compared to other speakers with the same price tag.
My only concern about Wharfedale Evo's was Whathifi's comment "Need a large room to shine" (granted, this was for the 4.4). Some may not have a large room, or may want to sit closer to the speakers.
@@jesuguru2394 I agree that they probably benefit from a larger room as they are very spacious sounding, but I have mine in an average size living room and they sound wonderful. Unless you are in a really small room, I would not worry about it too much.
Might not be to everyone's taste, esp youngsters. Those who had never attended a live classical or jazz performance won't appreciate it as it hasn't sound of its own. No kicks they say. Bcos they haven't the criterion of a live performance to base upon.
I demand a review of the grammaphone in the back.
Great content, framing of the shot, and overall video quality.
First thing that jumped out at me is that they're too close to each other. Distancing is just automatic for me now (yay USA ///). Same with the blind cable test a while back. Other than that I thought it was a great piece.
What speaker is that in background? Is that dali?
TOP 10
*BOOKSHELF*
Elac Debut Reference DBR62
Triangle BR03
Triangle Titus Ez
CSS Criton 1TD Kit
Soundartist SC8B
*FLOORSTANDERS*
Magnepan LRS
Tektron Lore
Tektron Lore Reference
*NEARFIELD*
Adam Audio T5V
SoundArtist LS3/5a
Monitor Audio Bronze 100 6G / or the prev. generation Bronze 2, gr8 soundstage, easy to drive and outstanding base
What are Tujin speakers?? They are mentioned in the video, but no information is provided.
KEF Q-150...superlative near field speaker.
hey wasss up with svs ultra i got kef ,b&w,snell acoutics for me now best speakers 1,000 dollars i find in the sound so many details never hear before i loved i think you need to lisent am tell me
you taking to old seakers than was upgread rogers no way jose is so many good new speaker better only i think good klh,tekton very goog but i lisent music for all my life but i like you but so young and you sound like you got 60 no way you is a baby is so many music and sound how old are you tell me but good lock i like you sometimes you mix high very high audio and later talk about 500 t 1000 ok i
I like my pair of Paradigm Premiere 200B stand mounted speakers.
I second the Adam T-series. They really hit it out of the park with those budget monitors. The larger T7V and T8V are more suited for hifi mid-field use.
Interesting the concept of an analog sounding speaker we live in an analog world so what we hear in our surroundings are analog sounds, so is analog a more natural sound and digital is more of a quantized synthetic reproduction?
help me out with this lol
I believe we could add the Boston Acoustics VR940 speakers to this list. Or actually, maybe those speakers were about $1,300. ?? I can't remember. But I have a set of them.
What about the Zu’s dirty weekend guys?
I want Top 10 speakers under $8000 that is well worth your money!
Xtz divine alpha.. That thing has possibly world's best midrange driver Accuton 6.5" & 2x10" seas woofers & tweeter is also Accuton
But i would recommend saving 2k more & getting tekton Ulfberht 9k or goldenear triton reference 10k or PureAudioProject quintet 15 if space is not concern
@@datdudeinred I heard golden ear they were good but I was not drooling over them
Focal Chora 806. Much better than my former elac DBR62.
NHT C3
Svs ultra bookshelf
Unified b52s ElacBu52, Magical
Dali Spektor 2 way under $1000 and AWESOME!
Can't wait to see if the GR Research Encore makes a future version of this list.
Absolutely fantastic choices J you hit it out the park I really do love your tekton choices I have to buy me a pair J please do me a favor if somebody could do some research on the Martin Logan XT I 35 a fantastic bookshelf speaker in my opinion about $1,300 a pair us
The new Chane audio L series has all SB Acoustics drivers. The L3C’s are a MTM under $1,000 and the L3’s are a 20 liter stand mount for around $600. Both models are full SB Acoustics. SB Acoustics makes some amazing drivers.
The Chane Audio 752’s have Scanspeak woofers and 18 sound horns and are well under $1,000.
Both models of speakers are brand new and will be coming out this month.
* Great build quality
* Outstanding crossovers
* Scanspeak or SB Acoustic drivers
All speakers are tuned by Jon Lane...!
These are going to be a huge hit.
Oh I also forget to mention the sound artist bookshelf thanks
I think you can't beat Revels under $1000, revel m16 or m105.
Is Yong Lee/China Hi-Fi Audio legit? 😎🎧
I find it strange no Klipsch, no Polk, no kef, no monitor on this list. All of the Amazon best sellers not on this list. Are you sure this isn't the top 10 most underrated speakers under $1000? Klipsch 280f for $798 a pair not here. They are a very high performing, dynamic, full range speaker set.
The only one here I'm interested in is the lore but I think I'll pass that and go for the double impact or the SE. I don't really need to upgrade but I would like to try Tekton.
No Denton?
How about the JBL Studio 530 bookshelf speakers.
My recommendation would be that you shouldn't include speakers, which sell for more than 1000 us dollars in other parts of the world.
For Tekton and Magnepans we Europeans pay way more than 1000 dollars.
Or change the title. Or but a remark in the list it only apply to US and Canada.
stop complaining, watch a euro reviewer then.
How is wattage different than current?
Sony SS-CS5 or Sony SS-CS3 is amazing for their beautifully rendered highs (superb imaging) with super tweeter. They're very neutral, dynamic, transparent and musical. Bass response is beyond anything of that price range with Hi-end amps such as Hegel. They're extremely cheap but outperform USD 1000+ speakers due to having rigid cabinet designs and convenient materials for drivers. They had also 5 full stars on Amazon for a long time.
I purchased a pair of these speakers for the ridiculous low price of 73 dollars for the pair. Regular price i believe is 150 dollars a pair.
They sound amazing especially considering the price but there's only so much bass a 5" woofer can produce. I also have a pair of KEF q100 and they come extremely close to matching them.
@@marvinmurakami8828 I've got floorstanding (USD 500) SS-CS3 for 5 years now. Then you can't imagine how incredible bass I'm getting with an additional woofer & front firing port. These speakers are so free of cabinet coloration that you can actually hear the amplifier. So I highly recommend to pair with a high-end amplifier in contrast to their low price. They play so effortlessly that you can hear every subtle tiny detail thanks to also being labeled as Hi-Res speakers.
It's not easy to produce speakers as ugly as this Sony pair ! Their designers have truly unique aesthetic tastes. Not even interested in finding out how they sound !
have you guys ever tested the vandersteen 1
won't subscribe to this crap.
They have to be ordered and then built but I would suggest the Human Speakers Model 81 for US $594.00. They are 8" bass reflex.
I'd like to see a review of these.
I just ordered the lore speakers in blue. The nice lady said I should have them around Thanksgiving. I said that's perfect I can blow the feathers off the turkey then. Looking forward to your review of them.
How old are you three ?
not these guys again.
I would put LS50 on the list too. They usually sell for 600-900€ here
There is a new LS50 coming out. Stay tuned for that review.
-Thujan.K
NBTStudio oh i didn’t know that. I own KEF R100 and can get LS50 for 666€ so I still might get the old one but I’ll watch the review of the new LS50 for sure
NBTStudio What? Can’t wait!
Why arent there review for emotiva t2? Keep on hearing this speaker is on par with 2k or more speaker. Thx
Since you own the Tekton Lord Reference, how are they at lower volumes? To they need turned up to sound their best? Anyone who owns them know??
They sound wonderful at low volumes.
-Thujan K
@@nbtstudio6612 thank you for answering.
Debut is pronounced "Day Byoo"
Bowers & Wilkins 606
I use an 833A SET at 1000 Volts on the plate through a Hammond 1642SE transformer and drive it with a 45 SET through a Lhndahl 2765 transformer with 600 Ohms between grid and ground. (This is zero grid bias at which the 833A draws 120 ma.) The 833A is a radio station transmitter tube which has to have pure DC 10 Volts 10 Amps to heat the cathode. I use a 4.5 Farad capacitor pre-charged for the 10 Volt cathode heater power. This is perfect for Magnepan speakers. Use the 4 Ohm output on the Hammond transformer,
I say again the Sound artist comes quick , I got mine a few days ago so the initial rush is over. Just don’t want that to stop ya:)
2 Way bookshelf the venerable Dyanco A25’s can’t be beat. The aperiodic design provides EVERYTHING you desire. Unequalled midrange plus more than enough bass.
Human 81s.
I'd love to see a review of these.
I bought the lore reference in white. Look great, and sound amazing. Insane power handling too, can't make them distort even even with my Yamaha 100w integrated at max volume 😁
HAROLD AND KUMAR!
Mission ZX 2?…
Is the SoundArtist SC8B crossover-less?
I'd like to know the same thing
Emotiva airmotive T2+ $999
There seems to be a lot of overlap on the Venn diagram of drummers and speaker guys (myself included)
i have a pair of Dali Zensor pico bookshelf speakers. i was lucky enough to get this pair from a charity shop for 10 pounds (English). they are in mint condition. i think they retail for around 400- 600 pounds. they are brilliant for the price my best buy.
I just purchased a new open box pair of SVS Ultra bookshelf for 650... but I had to drive 3hrs there and 3hrs back to get them. I hope they're worth the trouble.
Love your reviews. Watching from the Netherlands. My choice under a 1000 is the Wharfedale Denton 85th anniversary edition. I have the black oak version. Great look with even better sound. I use a NAD digital amp to power them. Nice clean power and full sound.
Speaking of speaker/component combinations; you should think about doing a video where you would try various power sources with a chosen speaker and make note of the differences. Very illustrative.
Paradigm didn't even make your list? ... What's your opinion there?
Try the Guru Audio Junior, above 1000USD, but amaziiiiiing!!!
Tx Guys!
Lots of great info, and all in one video. Very cool, TY Jay.
so, in the ' try my.... I would be interested in the S.A. BUT bit over a year ago bought KEF Q 350 and am totally 100 % satisfied. note, they obviously put the $ in the acoustics, the finish is, umm, typical. I got a 1 ft x 8 ft pre glued real Oak veneer., $50..... looks very very good, only ? how long will the pre glue stick to stock vinyl ? See the up market oriented ' Stereophile' review, ( google) they direct compare the media fave Kef LS50, prefer the '50 at some things - and prefer the Q 350 at some things, at half the price.
Nice work guys. Very informative. Would love to see the less than $15k version of this. Great production values!
Which bookshelf (Elac Reference, Elac Uni-fi 52, Triangle BRO2 or BRO3) would you recommend with a marantz AVR SR6014?
Why wouldn't the CSS be the best if it compares to a $3000 manufactured (not do it yourself) speaker?
For example, the XLS Encore is supposed to be comparable to $2000+ speakers for a fraction of the price. This CSS offering should be similar.
Bruhs, bro’s! I need y’all help. I am new to the field. I have a denon av receiver 80watts per channel . 5.1 topology. Looking for a good front and central decent pair of speakers . My room is narrow and long it is used mostly for TV. Sports and news. Your help is appreciated.
Really a pity that you didn't include any high performance vintage speaker systems. I just added a pair of Ohm Acoustics model H speakers to my setup last fall. Restored sonically and aesthetically and only cost me $275 for the pair. Ohm sells refurbished model H's for about $1000 each. You shoulda included vintage speakers from Acoustic Research, Ohm, EPI, Genesis, Polk, Electro-Voice to name a few. Not terribly expensive and (in good working condition) capable of sound that I'm sure would rival what you've shown here. That said, it is a nicely done video with interesting content. Just 'cause speakers are older than you shouldn't disqualify them. Maybe you could do a 10 best VINTAGE speaker review video for us seniors??
KEF LS50 now on sale @ CAD 898.00 - Great value for an excellent bookshelf.
You've missed the Wharfedale Evo 4.2.. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Ive bought Adam t5v after your recommendation! You recommended also topping e30 as DAC, but for my use i consider focusrite scarlett solo audio interface is DAC in focusrite comparable to e30, is this decent? How this dac compare to dragonfly red cause in considering it for IEM is there big difference or i should be ok with any of this?
Would have like to see you review of include the GoldenEar Aon2 or Aon3 , I believe both are under $1000.00, I have the Aon2's and they are fantastic, about $850 a pair
I had some rogers rogers ls6a/2 and I moved and had to sell.. I don't know how they compare to ls5, but my god.. I'm afraid to buy a new pair of nice speakers because those highs and mids were so delicious that I worry I will invest a lot into something that doesn't hit the violins and strings so nice... any ideas?