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A REVELATION! Quad Revela 1 Speaker Review
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- čas přidán 3. 08. 2024
- SPOILER ALLERT! Revela may be short for revelation. These Quad speakers set new standards in their market segment!
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Time stamps:
0:00 Intro
2:04 Design & features
6:23 Sound quality
10:20 Setup & partnering equipment
12:27 Conclusion
Here is what separates this Audio review channel from the sea of others out there. Reviewing "sound" is so subjective and as he described biased, so many channels will review a piece of gear and at the end of the video you realize they've told you nothing except ... they think it's good. This channel describes the details in such terms that help you understand and you can almost taste what he's describing coming from these speakers in your head. He is very good in how he conveys the important finite specifics that truly make these speakers different from the rest. When you appreciate the finer details in your audio listening, hearing someone like this describe the sound you can expect from this gear shows his ear for sound and knowledge is above the rest of crowd of review channels out there.
In addition his accent draws you in, and his distinct eyebrows demand you stay 😂
Thank you. It is very gratifying to get feedback like that 😊👍
@@abritishaudiophile7314 and let’s not forget he is super super handsome❤❤
Tarun does it all with so much class and knowledge as well. I could listen to him talk hifi all day long
I second this statement, top bloke!
As an electrical engineer with experience in audio physics, I should point out the flaw in stating that ribbon / planar drivers move faster than dome drivers. They actually move at the same speed. The two main differences are the resonance break-up frequency and radiating pattern. For soft dome tweeters, their diaphragms begin to harmonically oscillate around ~7-10khz. For aluminum, ~10-15khz, and for Be / diamond, they often breakup beyond the range of human hearing.
The radiating surface beaming effects by far contribute the most to a tweeters sound profile; many ribbons will have a ~13mm horizontal radiating surface, whereas a dome can be twice that width. This allows ribbons to cast a much wider sound field than dome tweeters, which can be more pleasant to some listeners in some rooms compared to dome tweeters.
That's why I have full range Magnepan's
Great explanation thanks 🙏
His ProAcs use smaller dome tweeters, so perhaps he likes wide dispersion.
Also don't many aluminium dome tweeters break up above 20kHz these days? Some over 30kHz.
Certain Beryllium also doesn't seem to break up, it just goes up to over 40kHz and rolls off
I believe he by "fast" means that they, because of their low mass, are fast accelerating, not necessarily faster moving, but that is just me...
@@supergrissi no, that would also be incorrect. The mass of air in front of the diaphragm provides an acoustic impedance much, much greater than the inertia of the diaphragm itself, at least when it comes to frequencies and volumes humans can tolerate.
I love the way that Tarun ditches the bland descriptions and dives into the nitty-gritty of the sound. I always get a clear picture of what makes speakers sing (or, you know, not sing) without any unnecessary theatrics.
It's a refreshingly honest take that doesn't leave me scratching my head.
Thank you 😁😁
Thank you. That is much appreciated 😊👍
Man, you must be one of the best HiFi reviewers out there.
Always clear, and simple description/explanations which makes it easier for us to compare and choose. Stellar job.
agreed !
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
@Tarun just oozes pure class! Hats off men.
Very kind and much appreciated 😊👍
Hi Tarun, it is always very satisfying to watch one of your videos where a product gets an outstanding. It feels a bit like hitting the jackpot on a one arm bandit without having to throw coins in it.
Thank you my friend 😊👍
Perfect comments !
Thanks Tarun, I’ve invested in Revela 2’s which are absolutely singing with my exposure 3510.
Thank you. I appreciate your support 😊👍
Another great review. I had a set of these for a home audition. I also had the Dali Rubicon 2’s, had them for a few weeks. I loved the Quads and I liked the warm (for my ears) characteristic’s compared to the Rubicon’s. I almost pulled the trigger and bought a set, I was settled on them. However, much to my wife’s unhappiness I swapped my home office to a much bigger room and I found myself playing the rubicons more and more, I felt the rubicons gave more detail (again , to my ears) . I eventually settled on the Rubicons, but not the 2’s, I did place an order for a set of 2’s, but then a set of Rubicon 6’s came up for sale from my HIFI shop I was using as trade in. But, the Quads were a nice speaker, an almost purchase. I am running a Luxman 507z amp and HiFi Rose 150b pre/streamer.
Thank you for sharing your experience Mark 😊
Always a pleasure to watch your reviews. Thank you!
Thank you kindly 😊👍
Another honest and outstanding review .👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻Thanks Tarun ❤
Thank you Cesar 😊👍
Thanks, Tarun, for a great review. "Hi-Fi News" loved them too.
Another Great Review Tauran--love your channel!!
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
This is my go to audio review channel, thank you!
Much appreciated 😊👍
🙋♂️THANKS 🙏 TARUN FOR YOUR REVIEW OF THESE SPECIAL SPEAKERS …time will tell what we may choose,because this is the best time to be an audiophile…SO FAR 💚💚💚
Thank you 😊
your reviews always give me a great perspective on the products you review. This one has me very intrigued! I'd love for you to compare and/or review the KEF R3 Metas as they are currently a CZcams favourite. Thanks again for a great review!
Thank you. That would be a cool comparison 😊
I love your reviews. This speaker is beautiful, even the crossover unit is pretty.
Thank you kindly 👍
Hi Tarun...It was pure enjoyment to listen to Your meticulous presentation again.
Just beautiful, second to none!
Regards.
Much appreciated my friend 😊👍
Excellent as always, Tarun an entertaining and informative review.🎧🙂👍
Much appreciated 😊👍
Looking forward to this one. Thanks Tarun.
Hope you like it 😊
Always cool to see an good old brand like that stay in the top....( for price we know😋) thank for the review... love the look of this jewels....
would love a listening session in your room Tarun, thanks for the review!
Thank you Robert. That would be cool 😎
Thanks for the crossover pic! 4:28
Most welcome 😊
I enjoy how concise your reviews are. Btw. I agree with your points on styling. If it wasn't for the mandatory black gloss finishes these would now be on my wish list.
Thank you. I would love to see a satin finish 😊
I love the look and I take your word for it when it comes to their sound quality. I have the Willsenton R8 and have Mullard kt88 and Meltz tubes and sounds great to me. Appreciate the video.
Thank you 😊
As always a great video. It was really informative. It is always nice to see that your ProAc can be rivalled in the current market.
On another note, thanks to you I was able to find the perfect gear for me.
If you want another option for your reviews, I recommend the Audio Analogue AAcento since I find it to be an excellent amplifier.
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
Thank you for your review of these interesting speakers. Greetings
Apologies for that, glad you like it 😊
Although my way of listening is very different, I enjoy your honest and technically well-founded reviews 👍
Thank you 😊
I really need to try a listen to some speakers with such tweeters. I really only have experience with traditional drivers. Those look like winners for the $. It was due mostly to this channel I ended up with the ATC SCM 19s I have, which was spot on review wise.
Thank you Will. Much appreciated 😊👍
Ascend Sierra offers good value if you don't mind a "basic" finish. The ribbon tweeter models use RAAL ribbons
Monitor Audio gold 100 uses an AMT. Older versions used an actual ribbon; though MA thought the AMT was better for low distortion
we won't talk about the taste, but this is a top review from a pro
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
Another great video/review... Thank you!
Thank you 👍
Thank you for another wonderful review. I am in the lookout for a new pair of speakers and really interested in the Alta Audio ones. As far as my fantasy set up, I used to have a Shindo Garrard turntable a long time ago and would like to get back to another Garrard 301 at some point, ideally with a Koetsu cartridge and an Ongaku amp. One can always dream! Thanks again for all your excellent reviews.
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
Very interested in this one. Gonna watch it tommorrow.
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Loving the compare and contrast with vintage gear Tarun. Many a fine tune played on an old fiddle.
Thank you Joe 👍
Happy Friday Tarun! 🍾🎶
To you too 🥳
Good review of an interesting product. Thank you.
Thanks for watching 👍
It looks like we're getting a R300 review! Can't wait! :)
Well spotted 😊
Well that's a great question! Budget so often dictates dream kit, and one man's unobtainium is anothers run off the mill. For me, two particular items were my dream kit one I have, one I don't...
The first was the set of Rotel michi passive pre amp, phono stage and power amp. As an 18 year old Saturday boy in a hifi shop, the build quality and immense control that the pre power combo had driving kef reference 107 speakers was awe inspiring. Having finally got all three after 30 years hunting, they truly do not disappoint.
The second is the neat acoustics ultimatum xls speakers. A friend has them and they are so revealing, with such beautiful deep bass for a stand mount speaker but it's the upwards firing super tweeters that give a superb height to the treble and i have never heard anything like it. They are the only thing to replace my kef reference 105.3 s at some point in the future.
Great. Thanks for sharing 👍
Thank you for the review. I've been waiting for some reviews on this model. Keen on the Revela 2, but not sure my room is big enough for it.
Thank you 😊
Some great bookshelve speakers there , I must get a pair of proac to hear them , nice review
Thx 😊
Hey Tarun, a great review of the Quads! As you know, I took a big step forward in my journey last week with the acquisition of my Ekos II arm. I’ll have to assess the difference that’s going to make before I work out what’s next, but with a Linn turntable, I’ll never be short of inspiration!
I suspect the next steps will be to mount the power supply externally to make room for a bearing upgrade to the current spec Karousel. I’ve heard it makes a huge difference.
Thanks Mark. I am sure that Ekos II will be a nice upgrade 👍
Great review Tarun - once I cobble up the funds to upgrade, these speakers will definitely be in the mix.
Interesting you mentioned the Sonus Faber Concerto - I have the Concertino Home edition, beautiful speakers and their matching stands. Still love them.
Would love to see a series where you look back and rate older speakers, if you ever get the time.
Thank you kindly. That is an interesting suggestion 😊👍
Great review. Thanks
Thank you 👍
I broke down and ordered a par (your fault again!) to compare them to my ATC SCM 19s. I have very little experience with ribbon/AMT type tweeters as they sounded terrible when I heard them in the 80s. These Quads look like a great performance for $, and I will report back with my own review asap.
Cool 😎
Cool 😎 please let me know how you get on 👍
@@abritishaudiophile7314 For sure. Quad can thank you directly for the purchase. Whether I keep them because I end preferring them over my reference ATC SCM 19s remains to be seen.
Wonderful review...
Much appreciated 👍
Well, I bought these, partly influenced by Tarun’s well-crafted review. I auditioned them first. They are warm without being unfocused and crisp without being sibilant. Excellent sound staging and with a 'live' and confident feel. What I especially like about them is that they don't lose coherence at high volumes and/or with complex music like massed instruments or singers. I don't really care what they look like and I'm not going to fuss over how shiny they are - it's the sound I'm interested in. I'd definitely recommend them, especially at the very low price for what you get. Listen first and if you like them, don't hesitate.
@@heron6462 great to learn about your experiences 👍
It's been a long time, but I have never experienced greater transparency than the old Quad ESL 57s, how I wish that I had bought them when I was young and single.
Thank you for sharing 😊
Great review, as always! To answer the question, I aspire to own MBL speakers some day (obviously from the used market and one of the two lower-end models, for budget reasons...). The reason is, I've listened to them in shows and in house setups and their sound dispersion in the room is beyond amazing! I like the aesthetics as well of course...
Thank you Kostas 😊
Thank you Tauren for another great review. Im delighted Quad have such a winner on their hands.
You asked for end game aspirations? I hit 60 this year and am lucky enough to be moving to 'end game' on a couple of my components. Im unbeliebably happy with my Wharfdale Elysian 3 speakers and dont intend to move on from them. Ive made the switch to tube front end married to solid state power via the Mcintosh MA252 hybrid intergrated, and again, Im not sure I want anything more - at this level of fidelity Ive changed from pursuing 'more truth', to wanting more 'romantic warmth and liquidity' and Ive not heard it done better than this amp.
So its just my front end where I'll dream of updates, my auralic g1 sounds much better than it has any rights to, but its very outclassed. Dream combo atm is the G2. 2 streamer like yourself, and I think maybeca hugo tt2, but Ive yet to hear it.
Have a great day mate.
Me too. I don’t mind HiFi equipment that adds some “romance” either. I’d call it character 😎🎵🎶
Thank you buddy. I appreciate you sharing 👍
❤ as always a superb review regardless of the speaker I would watch you even if you review a cheeseburger😂😂😂 I love to get notified when you post in your video cannot wait👍👍👍
Ps I have the
Dali Epicon 2 speaker reviewed I purchased because of your recommendation and I love them but now I’m thinking about the Alta audio. What do you think?
A long time, viewer and fan
Steve Costello
Thank you kindly Steve. Much appreciated. Gourmet Burger Kitchen was a favourite haunt of mine when I lived in West London 😊👍
ABA is so smart and witty. Good job!
Thank you kindly 😊👍
Excelent review Tarun! I think they are speakers difficult to beat in it's category because of their tonality and clearity and must be great matching/sinergy with Platina series amp!!!! thanks for reviewing these ones!
Thank you kindly 😊👍
Hi Tarun,do you have in mind reviewing the Platina series,new amp from Quad??? Thanks
@@milagroscaviglia5034 I hope to get to it in time 😊
Great review. I was considering these and was waiting for a review like this…but unfortunately for me my wife doesn’t like stand mount speakers. But I hope in the future these might be a good bookshelf for my 📺 room.
Thank you 😊
Great to listen despite having no idea what the jargon is !
Thank you and apologies for the tech talk 😊
loved the vid mt, a pair of beard m1000s, plus there pre amp, would be my dream choice.
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As usual a fantastic review Taron, the quads on their dedicated stands look very purposeful, just a little bit large for what I'd be comfortable with in my room.
Another speaker that might be of interest, considering your fondness of Dali speakers, the Rubikore 2 look very interesting indeed, kind of sit between the Menuet se and Epicon 2 but with newer tech involved.....not sure if I'm ready to part with my neat petite classics just yet but I'm always interested in your own search for "THE" replacement of your beloved Proacs.
Thank you. Much appreciated. I am interested in reviewing the Rubikore 2s 😊👍
@@abritishaudiophile7314 Oh no, another seriously good looking contender in this price range I will need to consider. Must stop reading CZcams comments.
GORGEOUS!!!
I will safe my money for that tower... wow
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Great review. Been following your channel since the start. I see my hifi journey as improving on the cheap until I take a jump into a better Amp, maybe £1000-1500 then go from there
Thank you 😊
Fabulous as always! I aspire to purchase the KEFs Reference 1 Meta. The best stand mount I may have ever listened to at this point. Another that took me totally by surprise at the Montreal Audiofest and considerably less expensive to the the KEFS, was Yamaha's NS-800A. What a bang for the buck (or pound). Would love for you to review both!
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
Nice review.
Thank you 👍
Note the heavily radiused Revela's cabinets. My DIY work with very large cab edge (3/4 - 1.5" router bits) rounder-overs suggests a distinct HF performance improvement. The wonderful Ellis 1801b with the Hiquphon OW1 tweeter demonstrated this dramatically.
(These speakers were lost in a fire.)
Shame about the fire. Thank you for sharing 😊
Edge diffraction is a thing :)
Have 2 pairs of the Quad S-2's-- the best bookshelf under 1500.00 ( on 800 stands)- with Vena 2-- killer small system for office or family room
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I was waiting for this one. Hope you also get a chance to review the new Quad Platina integrated when it (finally) comes out.
Thx 😊
Thanks for another review of speakers in a more affordable range. To answer your question, I would love to have a pair of Perlisten towers. The reviews have been great but the price is beyond my budget. I would also like to own a McIntosh amp with the blue meters. Just for the looks. I almost bought a pair of JBL L100 Classics that were a good deal just because they were speakers I wanted back in the 70s but couldn’t afford. My next purchase instead will be a pair of bookshelves with matching stands that they are securely attached to for another system that has limited space. My musical journey continues. Peace, love and music.
Thank you for sharing 😊
I've had my Quad Vena 2 amp for a while now and it still impresses, great build quality and a good muscular sound, for my smallish room and the price anyway. IAG seem to have a lot of brands to juggle, good to see Quad getting some love again after the recent Wharfdale and Mission releases. I need to upgrade my speakers although i suspect the Reveala 1's might be a step too far for the little Vena2. Perhaps a nice Dali though... great video, btw !
Thank you for sharing 👍
A speaker with a ribbon tweeter included in its design is worth a listen . I have Castle Avon 5s with a ribbon tweeter and with its other design aspects have a clarity and detail I have not found elsewhere. I can see them remaining in my system for a long time.
Thx for sharing 😊
Thanks Tarun, that was great, actually really interested in these, assume as you didn't mention it there was no particular problems with sibalence ?
Thank you. They will punish poor recordings and partnering equipment but if they are up to scratch there are no sibilance issues 😊
I'm still using a pair of Quad 12L speakers I bought new about 10+ years ago. Sweet speakers. Quad never got enough credit for their conventional speakers.
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Great video, as per other comments this is of very standard. Cheers.
Oops I missed the word high. Sorry
I love your channel and review style even if I won't be buying most of the equipment you review. Since you asked, I aspire to build as much of my system as I can myself. I believe DIY is the best value for money. Of course, not everyone has an electronics backgound or the time/iskills to DIY. That said, I can't build a ladder DAC to rival Denefrips, Holo, etc. So I will probably buy one based partly on your excellent reviews of those products. Thank you for those!
Thank you. Much appreciated 😊👍
Hi Tarun. Thank you very much for the video. It looks like a Terminator II underneath the Auralic Aries G1.1 😉.
Thanks. Well spotted. I was using the Auralic Aries G1 transport feeding the Denafrips Terminator 12th Anniversary DAC as a digital front end 😊
Great review again Tarun, thanks a lot ! My first serious speakers were Quad LS12. I wonder how these reviewed Quads are compared with Dali Rubicon 2 monitor speakers (new about € 2.000,-)
Thank you Jules 👍
I’m a Quad fan, so thrilled with this review. Was hoping for a comparison with the Dali Menuet SEs, particularly midrange and low volume quality. Did you get a chance to do this, although it didn’t make it into the video?
I would love to know the same since I already own the minuet se in Walnut
I did compare to the Menuet SEs but left it out of the review to focus on speakers that are more likely to be placed in a similar situation. The Meneuts are great in the nearfield but start to loose dynamics when place more than 2m away. The Menuets have a similar tonality to my ProAcs, but not quite as open being smaller speakers than the 1SCs. The Revela 1s are also more open sounding than the Menuet SEs. In summary, I would keep the Menuet SEs for nearfield listening but the Quads are better in larger spaces 😊
@@abritishaudiophile7314 many thanks for this, Tarun. I understand why it isn’t in the video, but now you have given me all the information I need 🙏🏼 you’re awesome!
yeah, I love thin-film tweeters (amt, planar, ribbon) tweeters.
I have the GoldenEar BRX (amt ribbon tweeters) and if I ever upgrade it would be to the Borreson X1.
Now I can also consider the Quad Revela 1.
Apple Music lossless
Thx for sharing 😊
I am a big Canton fan with a pair of immaculate 3-way Karat 40's and 2-way Karat 30''s which I upgraded x-overs, speaker terminals and copper coated silver wire internals . They now sing beyond my wildest expectations for a total outlay of roughly 800 quid. Connected to a pair of Nakamichi 600 series amps and a Luxman C02 Pre-amp.
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I own a pair of Proac 1sc driven by Willsenton R800i-805 just like you do. Recently, I got pair of Living Voice R25A last week. They sound extremely good driven by the same amp.
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I try not to be too aspirational, but I’ve always wanted a pair of classic ATC. Take the way you feel about ribbon tweeters, change from not liking to loving and you’ll have how I feel about dome midrange drivers. I love them hopelessly, but they’re also tricky to integrate with other drivers.
Thank you for sharing 😊
i love quads , still using my quad 11Lfor my rears ,
i dont know how many years they were speaker of the
year in what hifi ,i loved my 21 L as well ,
just bought my first ribbon speakers the monitor
audio gold 100 5g and love there clarity , they go
great with my roksan attessa streaming amp as
same company , am thinking of buying eversolo dmp-a8
next purchase ................
Thank you 😊
Its been almost a year since i was blown away by these Revela 1 at NW Audio Show but i am no closer to forgetting that ear opening moment. Genuinely i MUCH preferred their sound to all but everything else at the show other than some very pricey ML Electrostatics (which made Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon as if i hadnt heard it 200 times already). But still, and in all seriousness these little beauts played sweeter with their incoming Quad Platina equipment than some FAR pricier YG Acoustics and Kef Blades on £00000's worth of Naim stuff. They have left a very audible memory imprint that i hope to recapture. I therefore would love a set of Revela 2 on the end of my Icon 845PP and hope that it happens soon!
Quad really stepped it up. The Platina also looks really promising. I just wish there was a matte finish option on the speakers.
Thx for sharing 😊
Great review. Definitely going on my shortlist. I’d love to see you review Karl-Heinz Fink’s new Epos ES-7N bookshelf speakers in the same/similar price point.
Thx 👍
Thanks a lot Tarun for this very good, instructive and well structured video. Like other comments say, you do an amazing job in explaining technical aspects in an accessible way. I was particularly interested in this review as I’ve been looking for a replacement to my old and vintage Spica TC 60. I feel they still do a great job but being over 26 years old is a factor to consider for replacing them. Initially I was thinking of getting a pair of Harbeth P3 ESR XD but they are a bit over my budget. How would the Quad team up with my Rega Elicit amp? I listen mainly to classical and jazz. Thanks in advance for any advice you can provide and congrats again for your great channel! Kind regards, Ignacio
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Thank you. It is hard to predict how the Revela’s will pair with the Elicit but hey would certainly be worth auditioning 😊
Another awesome review. I wonder how these compare to spendor 4/5 classic on near field setup.
Thank you. I hope to find out some day 😊👍
Hi Tarun, it was great to see you today at the London Audio Show. Hope you have got a chance to listen to Russell K speakers. I think they were one of the best (alongside gorgeously white MADs). Is there a chance you can get them for review? Particularly the Red 50se model.
Thank you Alex. It was a real joy to meet so many people at the show such as yourself. Regarding the Red 50SEs, watch this space 😊👍
Excellent review yet again, As on owner of Dynaudio Evoke 10 + Dynaudio 9S subwoofer combo in a small study, the only loudspeaker in the world I would consider a viable upgrade ("summit speaker") is Dynaudio Contour 20i. For my ears, no other brand gets the same blend of treble detail, bass dynamics and midrange body as the best Dynaudio standmounts.
The shockingly low sensitivities have always been the obstacle for me -- I don't really enjoy ultra-high-end amps, I'm more Randy and less Tarun when it comes to electronics -- and as such I have a hard time imagining myself driving a pair of Dynaudios with sufficient authority to hear them at their best.
@@CinemaDemocratica Fair call. But please be aware the low sensitivity is needed to get dynamic sound out of the midbass driver with a high current solid state Class AB amplifier. The best amplifier pairing for Dynaudio these days is Rotel, which offers a large range from affordable to premium models, each one being very competitive at its price point.
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@@connorduke4619 A couple of Audiolab 8300MBs in balanced mode drive my Dynaudios just fine, and you can pick them up for £1400 a pair ATM. Now the new 9000 (which appear to have very similar stats) are here they might not be available for long.
Wish more folks would review LSA speakers. Underwood HiFi has them. And quad . Always wondered about the Quads
I appreciate the suggestion 😊
I must admit ribbon is my preference for HF, XTZ 99.25 and the AMT Monitor audio gold 100, Even the Castle Anon 1s give exceptional performance . I had and sold the Quad s4, just not enough (prat) there .
These sound like a speaker for me, but parting with the three I have is a tough ask .
Thank you again Tarun, great review ..
Thank you my friend 👍
Nice reveiw, just bought the much cheaper Quad S2's partnerd with the audiolab 6000a + cdt sounds great, thinking about getting the 7000a at some point.
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Great review! Now that you're doing ribbons, when will we see how the Proac D2R perform?
They have declined my offer to review their products in the past 😊
Great review as always, thanks!
Thank you for your support 😊👍
Would have been interesting to throw Quad's Artera Stereo into the mix but you can only compare what you have i guess- enjoyable review! thanks!
Thx 😊
Another superbly presented video. Do you think the Audiolab 6000A might be a decent match?
Thank you. It would certainly be with trying out 😊👍
Hi Tarun, congrats for your channel. Probably the best describing sound character of gear. However, you review mainly British gear. Is there any chance you would review a french speaker, as the JMR Abcisse Jubilé ? I would really like to hear your opinion on those. Best regards and keep up the very good job ! 🙂
Thanks you. I try to review brands around the world but the availability of British gear is better in the U.K.. I appreciate the suggestion 😊
Thank you for your answer ☺️ As you already reviewed Atoll gear, may I suggest also the review of their streamer ST300 ? It should be interesting 👌
I got some nice shots of the towers at Axpona .. They looked new to me.
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Good review as usual.
I've spent the least 3 or so months thinking/believing the Bucharrdt S400 could be the next and last upgrade for me after reading forums and watching many reviewer's go on about them. Then you come in with this!!! Now I'm confused. That being said these quad speaker's I personally find visually unappealing. Then there is the "Darth Vader" speakers you reviewed in a previous video, to me they are just fugly.
I don't have the luxury of having a seperate listening room, so hi-fi equipment needs to be in my living room so i want something i feel is nice to look at and attract looks and questions from guests.
As you said towards the end most people dont know where there hi-fi equipment will take them.... For me I'm pretty sure my next step will take me to the s400's as the general consensus seems they are good i general. Also to me they look so flipping good especially in the rose wood or rust.
Thank you. The S400 aren’t as resolving as the Revela 1s but are more forgiving of rooms, positioning and partnering equipment 😊
@@abritishaudiophile7314 Thanks for the reply. Good to know that they forgive room's more (I need that), I also need the forgiveness with partnering equipment. I don't have the money to keep chopping and changing equipment. Yes I can go second hand and trial and error, I don't have the patience of listing stuff on websites like eBay only to have my item bought and it turn up "not working".
Currently I have a mis-match of a system currently naim 5si amp, marantz cd cd6005 and some 30 year old B&W 601 S2 "reference" speaker's. I like the sound, but I know it can be so much more, so I'm thinking speaker's will give me biggest bang for my buck.
The Darth vader speakers are actually more appealing looks wise at the moment for me after seeing this Quad speaker again. Must be the all gloss and the chrome trim + rounded corners on the Quad makes it too garish.
Uuuh I like these. Definitely on my shortlist. Any idea how these would compare to the Kef R3 meta?
I think the Revela 1s will be a level up in performance 😊
wow! Impressive.
Thank you 👍
Hi Fi destination for me, space permitting, would be an Accuphase Class A setup. Having heard the Kerr Acoustics you mention, a pair of those, or again space allowing, their larger K200 model. Of course, I have no idea if this would actually be a good pairing, but there we go 😀
Hey Tarun, I guess the tip I gave you about these a week or so ago was a bit late! Ha! These seem like dynamite speakers and the stand design is quite unique as well (attractive to me, but likely will divide opinion).
I hope you enjoy the review 😊
Let’s go!
Can I come ? 😉
I heard this speaker at a show, and it sounded great and looked amazing, however I agree with you on the matte black finish, that would have been better.
To answer your question - I would like to live with a Vivid Audio Kaya 45 / Fischer&Fischer SL 370AMT speaker, WEISS DAC501 (room acoustics, DAC, streamer + preamp) and a power amplifier from Heed or AGD.
Thank you Julien 👍
Gorgeous design.
I wonder how these compare next to Dynaudio Special 40’s .
That would be interesting 😊