I have been to Wilson Audio and toured their facility. The level of care these guys put into each speaker from TuneTot on up is incredible. It was very impressive to watch in person.
I am always impressed when this dude speaks. Paul McGowan is also very engaging and admirably resists the temptation to just push his own products unless specifically asked to do so. I have learnt loads about high end audio from Paul and as a result have made some some informed and ultimately very satisfying hi fi choices Daryl is different and his ability to interweave personal stories about his family so eloquently into his overall narrative is a credit to both himself and his father's legacy. I am from the UK and sadly, US kit comes at a premium over here. I may never be able to fully justify the expense of my grail McIntosh/Wilson Audio setup, but the more I hear Daryl speak the more it seems likely the purchase of Wilson Audio loudspeakers will eventually become a reality one day.
My Story with the Watt Puppy started with a very unfriendly High End Dealer in the City I resided during my Apprenticeship. I had to trick him to believe that I inherited a ton of money to make him demo his best speaker. Which was a Watt Puppy 5.1. So, basically the model you see in the Video in Black. The impressions of that demo lingered in my head until I was able to purchase a pair of WP 5.1, 20 and some years later. I have moved on to a Sasha 2 since then. Hard to tell from far wich one I would prefer today. But it can be said that I never saw the Sasha as the real successor to the Watt Puppy. They were in sales terms, but not in size, and not in the sense of "simplicity" of a WP. So I am glad that Daryl and his Team have closed that gap. Job well done, as always!
It was a serious upgrade for me for so much money in 1993 when I bought them here in India can you believe it. And was driven by Jeff Roland. Brilliant and still the reference for me after 30 years
I concur that this is an exceptionally exciting time for performance audio! I adore Wilson speakers and their obvious and genuine dedication to producing great sound.
@@Mark-lq3sb I have enjoyed listening to many diferent pairs of Wilson Speakers over the years. I'm looking forward to listening to the new WATT/Puppy's soon at my local dealer.
@@tototronic2 The comment I was replying to was deleted. As you can see, it was to @MasterofPlay7. Not sure if it was deleted by Stereophile or the the person who wrote it. I now see all of @MasterofPlay7's comments were deleted. All of which were negative about Wilson Speakers. Some times people make negative comments then wait for replies, and then reply to those to that replied to them. After which they delete all of their comments so no one can reply with a rebuttal. Sounds strange, but there are a lot of strange people on CZcams comment sections. BTW, I'm a Wilson speaker fan also.
I have the Sabrina x…wondering how it will compare to the Sabrina X with a loke as well. I’m guessing having the ability to place the sub would give it an advantage
I celebrate my Watt Puppy 7s everyday. Driven by Devialet they are just pure magic. Had horns speakers and tubes - you name it. But that´s my personal endgame!
@@georgechronis3169 I disagree. I had the chance to buy a 2nd hand Sasha 2 and I remain impressed. They did a great Job with the Sasha's to follow the W/P, but they aren't within the same price range anymore. The W/P was, for many, the best Wilson they could afford. Now, the new W/P comes at the same Price as the Sasha2 at it's time. And it may (again) become the best Wilson Speaker many can or want to afford.
Never really understood Wilson. They use Corian material for speakers. The drivers are not made in house. They are just speaker builders. Cut, sand, prime , paint sell. Look at how many are in the secondary market. Just get a pair of Focals, or the Italian maker.
too bad the music is no longer in the golden age and is no longer commensurate with the gear .Which was the not the case yrs ago. Now the average musician is gig-less ,broke and creating content with an iPhone
We do NOT need another wilson speaker review!!!!!!!!!!!! Quit wasting print space on so few manufactures. We don't need reviews of EVERY speaker they offer.
@@VideoArchiveGuy I never said Wilson isn't a good speaker or company, because they are a phenomenal manufacturer. I just don't think we need reviews of everything they make considering they trickle down everything possible.
I have been to Wilson Audio and toured their facility. The level of care these guys put into each speaker from TuneTot on up is incredible. It was very impressive to watch in person.
I am always impressed when this dude speaks. Paul McGowan is also very engaging and admirably resists the temptation to just push his own products unless specifically asked to do so. I have learnt loads about high end audio from Paul and as a result have made some some informed and ultimately very satisfying hi fi choices
Daryl is different and his ability to interweave personal stories about his family so eloquently into his overall narrative is a credit to both himself and his father's legacy. I am from the UK and sadly, US kit comes at a premium over here. I may never be able to fully justify the expense of my grail McIntosh/Wilson Audio setup, but the more I hear Daryl speak the more it seems likely the purchase of Wilson Audio loudspeakers will eventually become a reality one day.
My Story with the Watt Puppy started with a very unfriendly High End Dealer in the City I resided during my Apprenticeship. I had to trick him to believe that I inherited a ton of money to make him demo his best speaker. Which was a Watt Puppy 5.1. So, basically the model you see in the Video in Black. The impressions of that demo lingered in my head until I was able to purchase a pair of WP 5.1, 20 and some years later.
I have moved on to a Sasha 2 since then. Hard to tell from far wich one I would prefer today. But it can be said that I never saw the Sasha as the real successor to the Watt Puppy. They were in sales terms, but not in size, and not in the sense of "simplicity" of a WP. So I am glad that Daryl and his Team have closed that gap. Job well done, as always!
The Watt Puppy was the speaker that brought me to understand true hifi sound. Very excited to see these back in production with the latest tech.
It was a serious upgrade for me for so much money in 1993 when I bought them here in India can you believe it. And was driven by Jeff Roland. Brilliant and still the reference for me after 30 years
Now that was a trip down memory lane...you should be quite proud of Daryl, Dave & Cheryl.
I concur that this is an exceptionally exciting time for performance audio! I adore Wilson speakers and their obvious and genuine dedication to producing great sound.
@@MasterofPlay7
Yet, this person has never heard them live...
@@Mark-lq3sb I have enjoyed listening to many diferent pairs of Wilson Speakers over the years. I'm looking forward to listening to the new WATT/Puppy's soon at my local dealer.
@@tototronic2
The comment I was replying to was deleted. As you can see, it was to @MasterofPlay7. Not sure if it was deleted by Stereophile or the the person who wrote it. I now see all of @MasterofPlay7's comments were deleted. All of which were negative about Wilson Speakers. Some times people make negative comments then wait for replies, and then reply to those to that replied to them. After which they delete all of their comments so no one can reply with a rebuttal. Sounds strange, but there are a lot of strange people on CZcams comment sections. BTW, I'm a Wilson speaker fan also.
I can't wait to hear how the new WATT/Puppy compares to the Sabrina X!
I have the Sabrina x…wondering how it will compare to the Sabrina X with a loke as well. I’m guessing having the ability to place the sub would give it an advantage
Back in the day the Watt 1 & Puppy 2 were unrivaled for transparency & dynamics. Wilson made everyone strive to get better… Congrats
Nothing special with these speakers!
@@MARVELOUDIO - says the joker thats never heard them. What a ridiculous statement.
Epic sale pitch. Epic speaker.
@@MasterofPlay7
Can't afford any of their speakers? Get over it!
@@Mark-lq3sb Hey, genius, price is just a number and it's there so morons can confuse it quality.
I will hear them on the 7th at Paragon Sight and Sound Ann Arbor Michigan THE LARGEST WILSON DEALER IN THE WORLD
Me too. Can’t wait.
Oh, the red one looks like some sort of robot from Dr Who !
Guy should be a politician.
This man will make a great preacher
The Divinity of the Mother of Holy ayahuasca
If I ever have a puppy I’m going to name the puppy WATT! Here Watt, here Watt…
Name him Daryl.
@@wa2368 Daryl wouldn’t come for anything…Daryl don’t sit either…
I celebrate my Watt Puppy 7s everyday. Driven by Devialet they are just pure magic. Had horns speakers and tubes - you name it. But that´s my personal endgame!
Right on! But I feel like Wilson speakers would look so much better with driver trim rings. I hate seeing the screws it looks home made to me.
Considering how exclusive Wilson speakers are I wonder who this guy talks to that 9 out of 10 have a personal connection with them.
Interesting, thx for sharing 👍
He seems a nice guy. The only downside is that he is trying to sell an obsolete product. Their catalog doesn’t need a new Watt/Puppy.
I will buy a set of Watt Puppy speakers
@@georgechronis3169 I disagree. I had the chance to buy a 2nd hand Sasha 2 and I remain impressed. They did a great Job with the Sasha's to follow the W/P, but they aren't within the same price range anymore. The W/P was, for many, the best Wilson they could afford. Now, the new W/P comes at the same Price as the Sasha2 at it's time. And it may (again) become the best Wilson Speaker many can or want to afford.
Never really understood Wilson. They use Corian material for speakers. The drivers are not made in house. They are just speaker builders. Cut, sand, prime , paint sell. Look at how many are in the secondary market. Just get a pair of Focals, or the Italian maker.
Von Schweikert same way 😮
Have you ever heard one, cause then you wouldn´t ask this question.
This is like saying a Michelin star chef is just a cook.
Drivers designed for them, they are great sounding speakers. I’d have these over Focals any day, Beryllium tweeters aren’t everyone’s cup of tea.
I was curious about who makes drivers for ultra expensive speakers, and how they compare to 50s and early 60s JBL, Altec and Jensen drivers.
Bello/Magnifico.✡️😭👑👑👑👑👑👑🌡️
too bad the music is no longer in the golden age and is no longer commensurate with the gear .Which was the not the case yrs ago. Now the average musician is gig-less ,broke and creating content with an iPhone
Amazing
Great personality….even if I cannot afford his exceptional products.
The watt on the new one is nearly parallel to the puppy? That’s a drastic design change. Personally, I’d rather own WP8. The best of the old design
And you think that hard
When I was growing up we couldn't afford shoes I had to wear my brother's shoe boxes .. Bloody luxury 😂🤣
No were to go.oh go back in time and resell hx again.
Ugly box
We do NOT need another wilson speaker review!!!!!!!!!!!! Quit wasting print space on so few manufactures. We don't need reviews of EVERY speaker they offer.
Yes - that makes sense, ignore an excellent product because their other products are excellent too. 🙄
@@VideoArchiveGuy I never said Wilson isn't a good speaker or company, because they are a phenomenal manufacturer. I just don't think we need reviews of everything they make considering they trickle down everything possible.
Stereophile is not a reviewer, but an advertiser. They need the advertising money from Daryl.
It's a paid advertisement, hello...
So….don’t read/watch/listen to it. Just a thought 🤦♂️
Could not care less! Overpriced for the few.
I wouldn't buy anything from anyone that looks that slimy
You ok bud?
Overrated!
please shave.
That beard looks awful!