Clayton Shaw Returns: Lightning Strikes Twice! Introducing CALADAN
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
- In this video, we explore the exciting new addition to the world of audio - the Caladan speaker by Clayton Shaw Acoustic Lab. This remarkable speaker embodies all the qualities I've been seeking in high-fidelity sound, and it's poised to become my new benchmark for audio reference once the production units are available. Keep an eye out for Clayton Shaw Audio Lab's upcoming website and purchasing options - there's more to come!
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Mine arrived on Saturday and they sound fantastic post break in. Their build quality is phenomenal.
For those concerned about the required feet away from the wall - You can still play music with them near the wall and it sounds fine but not HiFi. One feature not talked enough about these speaker is how they're only 10" deep and 35 lbs. Mine are tucked neatly near the wall and I easily pull them out when I have a long listening session. I play music for my young daughters with them near the wall.
I've been to a few audio shows and have had a few listening sessions in HiFi stores and per my untrained ear, my system now competes with the best of them.
Even through CZcams the sound clips sound fantastic. Midrange is superb
Not so sure that is a good thing. I have heard great sounding speakers, in real life on youtube that sound muffled and just okay, so what does this actually mean?
Ron - I love the way you present and choice of words you use is so brilliant to a point that making to place an order of these OB speakers.
Update: Clayton has opted to exclusively provide Caladan in hardwood, leading to a slight increase in price compared to the initial video release. Originally considering an MDF version, he decided to discontinue it due to the overwhelming popularity of the hardwood option. For inquiries, feel free to reach out to him at 801-631-2994.
Website in the description is incorrect. You got it right at the end of the video.
@@CavalierLiberty Thanks, fixed.
@@Newrecordday2013 glad I could help
Yes, I see them! At 6:18 someone has placed the speaker cables on their little 50 cent stands so they don't don't touch the floor and vibrate the electrons!!!!!!!!!!! I laughed so hard I cried. @@Newrecordday2013
What species of hardwood are those Caladan speakers in your video?
After listening "Winter sounds" album, I tend to agree that the most important factor of the sound quality, is the source of the recording.
Breathless and breathtaking! I don't ever recall you being so passionate in your delivery of a review. It was detailed and measured. ( and always entertaining. ) Like someone mesmerized and out of control by a cult leader I want to run out and buy these speakers. Great review!
Wow, thank you!
As I will.
And...did they cost $2950 for the pair or $3295 like the site is showing today 11/19 just 3 weeks after this video's posted? add $150 shipping plus tax? So realistically they're closer to $3700
oh my. Well done to Clayton and thanks for bringin amazing news. I was disappointed when you said last week about the problems with the Saphires. But lookahere, now this is something something to dream of.
Wow that 3rd track with the blues is amazing ! My Martin Logans and Depth sub was absolutely astounding, the imaging, depth, placement and sound stage was flawless ! Thank you for sharing. Literally made the hair on my arms stand up lol !!
Thanks for the review, Ron!
I’ve watched A LOT of speaker reviews, and never have I wanted a speaker more. They are so perfect for my tastes and style too. What beauties. The realism is staggering from these, the energy that pumps out of them too ❤❤❤
Glad you like them!
@@Newrecordday2013 thanks for sharing them with the community
@@Newrecordday2013 "Sound clips sound very good. I'm curious what your opinion on minimum room size for these to work well in would be?" Me too, any thoughts?
I placed my order. Crossed my fingers. Haven't been this excited since I was a kid waiting for Santa. Was on the phone with Clayton, what a solid guy. Very easy to talk to.
How did you order the web site is down. Is there a different site
Did you get them? How are they?
Just brilliant. Have to wait a while before Clayton can fill international orders.
They look amazing.
The extension into the lows is downright NAUGHTY !!!! ... You know something is special about a driver setup when it just surprises...
Artisan, audio statesman, genius….. we are grateful to Mr Shaw. The industry needs more gifted sincerity on this scale.
Definitely on my shortlist thanks for the great review as always ✌️
I can hear ALL the way down to 25Hz. + easily with my own hand built OB system featuring 2 Lii Audio W15 subs I modified, and designed. It's truly amazing. Thanks for making, uploading and sharing Ron 🙂
Could you kindly share your design? Thank you
Great review! Nice price for such an exceptional product. Going to shake the competition for sure.
What??? New OB"s ??? I remember these.... Your golden child.... Happy B-Day brother. ❤
loved it 😍
Impressed to say the least! Great presentation, superb room acoustics, great recording. This is highend my friends.
It’s all about the tuning great job here obviously. The space really paying off now !
Great teaser Ron! Room is looking amazing!! I want a pair of these!!!
Clayton back! YEA1!
Brilliant review. And amazing sound. 👏👏
Not sure how much I was expecting to hear but I think I am in shock. Good . . No GREAT news for people in the market for a new speaker of an upgrade. Exciting review.
Wonderful news...!!! Amazing audio clips..!!! (BTW they look fantastic)
Ron, thanks for this great update!
I owned the M3 Sapphires and when the Peerless tweeters became a problem, I was able to get a pair of replacements...it was a miracle and helped me sell the Sapphires without taking a huge loss.
Based on the size and the price, I will be first in line for the Caladan if and only if it is using components that are widely available in case of a problem....my strong suggestion to Clayton is to offer an option to be able to buy a pair of spare tweeters at the time you order a new pair of speakers.
PS...I agree about the discontinuity of the Sapphires that from time to time made the Sapphires seem like there was an imaging or phase problem.
1K??? WOW!!! That really is incredible.
The second song, is one of my go-to testtracks, love how it shakes my insides🤪
I agree with the comment about the "passionate delivery". I want them, and at that price I'm going to have them.😊
Oh this awesome album - winter songs. The bass on it is nuts. I've got some huge OB's and when this thing strikes those notes - I'm assuming in the 30Hz range, its pretty epic.
Those are just gorgeous.
Agree!
@@Newrecordday2013 question for Clayton if you have a chance to ask - will he be exhibiting at Florida Audio Fest in February? I would really love to hear these in person.
Amazing!
This video is perhaps the best hifi review I’ve ever watched. Thanks so much much for continually raising the bar. And yes I so want a pair!
Much appreciated!
Oh yeah!
Only better in the old western movies, with the seller taking a drink from the top of his carriage.
Magic ointments, flies and mules.
Those tracks sound amazing
Your so lucky your there with them live.
Sounds nice and natural; top to bottom.
Love the demo tracks and the challenge to greatness this presents to us DIYers! Guess I'll have to unpack the pair of old Polydax 35mm silk dome tweeters I have stashed away. But I'm also quite happy with the midrange speed I'm obtaining from 3" titanium diaphragm mid drivers with 20lb motors. They might even sound great WITHOUT 38" wide classic CD horn lenses to introduce them to the room, lol!
Instant like and subscribe after this review! I've been wanting an affordable open baffle speaker and this sounds like the e-ticket to bliss. I was too late to the game for the Pure Audio Project kits and Preludes which now start at 7k. You are doing a solid for the common man audiophile on a limited budget. Great review and thanks for the heads up!
Awesome, thank you!
I forgot to mention that the production quality of this review is pretty entertaining. The last 15 seconds were well executed 🙂
Damn. Even through my R3/NAD setup, those tracks sounded good. Crazy.
The recommended tracks are soo good :)
I’ve been following speaker reviews intermittently on CZcams. One of the trends that has emerged (apart from a few interesting designs) is the increasing affordability of high end sound. It has appeared to me that, at least for the past few years, audiophiles need not break the $10,000 barrier to get superlative sound. This speaker, based on your review, breaks new ground with a superlative speaker well under $5,000. That is unheard of. The second jaw dropper is how in the heck does he get such bass extension in a relatively compact OB design??? This sounds like, if you have the space to properly setup an OB design, this is the speaker you have to consider!
Bingo!
Best reviewer in the world of Audio!
It is impossible to unhear that. Eish, talk about complicating, in an extremely good way, my Christmas gift to self. Thank you NRD. Now some initial amplifier pairings.
A wonderful review Ron!!
I would buy these based only on your recommendation if I were looking for speakers in this price range.
So cool to see you this impressed 👍
Must Google if they are available in Sweden.
Wow!! This must be one impressive speaker!!
They are.
So great the way the greatest possible speakers just get better and better if you have the cash!
This is a great set of speakers.
I wolud love to hear how it paired up with another gem in the audio world, the AGD Amp.
Or even a StarCrimson :}
oooh yes..Orchard Audio, forgot about that one..Thanks@@thomasvargas5984
Holy crap, the music is out of the Box. Stellar sound.🔥❤️😄
Wow, you don't look a day older than yesterday, but the maturity of your review is impressive.
It's obvious in his reviews which products he actually cares about and is making because he wants to vs he is obligated to
OMG. I can’t believe those things sound that good. I mean thats unbelievable
its a two way speaker exactly what i like. 2 way arranges the sound stage with better focus than 3 way in my experience , this might be the one for me.
Great video Ron, I have a pair of RF7-III. With the Gr-Upgrade they are so much better now. I'm taking it on your word Ron, already ordered. Clayton is such a book of knowledge.
That’s great!
what's a Gr-upgrade?
@muddasirsultan6256 GR-Research they make speakers, amps, cables, and headphones, they also analyze other companies speakers and provide cross-over parts so you can yank out that crap and put in good quality coils, capacitors, and other stuff, Danny Hobbs and the forum on audiocircle are a wealth of knowledge, and alot of help, also they are a few people that will build your crossover and ship it to you in case you are not comfortable with constructing a crossover, heck that's what I did. After the upgrade I just wish Klipsh didn't use those woofers, coated in that crap
Another awesome video! I hope your long awaited Schiit Tyr review is loaded in the hopper!
Yes, I’m also dying to hear the full Tyr review.
Coming soon!
Heard these at CAF and had the pleasure of talking to Clayton several times. They are fantastic speakers and of incredible value. I will own a pair.
Couldn't agree more!
Insane, that's all, insane!
Ok tou make it FUN!! I spent almost 2 decades away from real listening due to work/travel an living in small places so get to listening and the latest I tried CZcams.
Because in the 80s ,90s we only had magazine or show but HIFI shops
Thanks
Couldn't tell you how happy I was to hear the price, and the high sensitivity which means we'll be able to drive it with a number of TUBE amps.
Looks like you are also using my new favorite INT ss AMP - the Electrocompaniet, which I just obtained on the used market. More people in the US should know about that product, it's really a cut above most of the stuff I've owned including MF, Arcam, and some older levinson. Of course years and model types vary in sound Q, but that's what we have you for.
Really cool review, well done!
Where was price mentioned? I watched the whole thing and nothing about price was mentioned. I don't think it has been established yet.
@ericelliott227 if you didn’t catch the price, watch the ending again.
Wow this sounds amazing.
Thanks!
I’m interested in purchasing these speakers.
Don’t tell me you didn’t use subs in the demo.
@@johnsonadekunle7675 I did not use subs.
I'm curious how these speakers compare to the M6. Glad Clayton is on the mend and doing his thing. Kudos to you, Ron, and your posts. Always authentic.
I meant to ask how the new Caladens compare to the M4, not the M6.
Order placed, deposit made, anticipated delivery in JAN. Taking a leap of faith as this will be the first time seeing/hearing OB speakers (other than NRD on YT).
i did the same last week. Paid in full. It is a leap indeed.
Did you get them? How are they?
@@djb113I like them. It’s taken a while for my ears to acclimate to the tweeters as they are not what I’m used to (AMT or beryllium), but they’re good. The open baffle sound is something I’ve never experienced. I really like it. They’re essentially in the same spot since setting them up. I assume there will be further improvements as I move them around the room. I have about 40 hours on them so far.
Have to investigate further as i live in Portugal , ( due to customs cost and freight) but I think I have just encountered my next speakers , …..the price / quality relation likes to me off the roof ! And with that sensibility ,…perfect for tubes ,
Thank you Ron !
first time I got the goosbumps through YT. Brilliant stuff
I'll be at CAF, can't wait!
I have good headphones, and the recorded sound from this clip is the best one compared to all other speakers.
Caladans arrived two days ago. Finally set up last night. They sounded very mediocre at best. Was sorry I bought them. This morning .....OMG...... astonishing sound. Lock the doors, somebody could steal them. I ordered them 10/30, a long time ago. They were worth every minute I waited for them. Clayton recommends at least 50 hours of burn for a good reason. I cant believe these things will still be getting better. He has crushed it.
They do take some time to open up - those woofers really get better around the 40-50 hour mark.
@@Newrecordday2013 Thanks Ron for all you do.
Whelp these just went to the top of my list
I listened to these yesterday for about 45 minutes at Capital Audio Fest. They played the same tracks that Ron plaued. These speakers are Amazing!!!
Dude! I was hoping to hear a report! And keep in mind those rooms are usually awful!
Think pair w new class A musical fidelity w a less laid back sources
I smile at the open back, dynamic driver designs that are being built today. However, I think that the reviews we have seen with the Martin Logan 'Masterpiece' electrostatic series have been a game changer for true, dipole, with a two way line array concept for a while now. At 90+ DB sensitivity, attach a 400wpc. amp and one can be amazed with the dynamic range, and spatial image an arched, mylar panel can create.
I know, as a Klipsch Forte'4 owner along with a pair of Classic 9 ESL's side by side in my dedicated 18x24' space, the ML's NEVER disappoint me or my listening guests. 😉
Best wishes with the final production and introduction of this new speaker.
Danny helped me design my open baffle alnico full range with ambient neodymium tweeters with low crossover and it’s the way to go 🎶✔️🥰
I am amazed at how the low end & and overall sound spread sounded on my APS-- Klasik 2020 Studio monitors, clearest lows I have ever heard from any speaker I have heard anywhere! The sub low was astounding, even over CZcams....
Happy Birthday Ron !!
Appreciate the Videos '
My 1st taste of open baffle was in 1989 and I was blown away ' They looked like Daliquest 10s but they wasn't they was all metal cage and they wasn't Quads because he was using a Pioneer SX 1250 reciever ' sound was so powerful I'll never found out what they was 😂
Ron I want a pair no joking '
Lots of O.T. I have put in almost pulled trigger on Kef R7s don't let me man !!!!!!!!!!!
Listening through my set of Grado GS 1000’s and holy cow!
Thank you for demonstrating that my speakers are great! But I'll bet the CALADAN sounds even better in the flesh. If I had the room for open baffles, they'd be on my short list!
May I ask how is your current room not suitable for OB?
Wow wow, the bass is awesome!!!!!!!!, the clarity is dynamite. This are better than anything I heard through my headphones. Super
Wow, thanks!
*while listening to YT compressed audio through said headphones*
@@argo117007 you did see the file downloads?
@@argo117007 Links provided to the uncompressed high res sound files. 🙂
not often I pay any attention to you tube playback, but this comes through very impressive so can only imagine how they are in the room. well done!
That track has been on my list for a long time, I'm super surprised these speakers pull it off!
When I was watching this video, I thought I will go to living room and watch on TV. I was listening through a pair of Tekton Lore Reference speakers. Usually listening that way, you get an idea but wow I was blown away! I can only think about what it would be like in person. I downloaded the second track, and listened and it made my walls rattle. Excellent track for those speakers. But the real star of the show is the vocals which are as real as any speaker I've ever heard. The first time I ever heard those small Maggie's, LS, those sounded really good, but the added warmth in these is fantastic, triple the price of the Maggie's. Thanks, I really don't think you need other speakers with these. They cover all the bases. Open Baffle speakers truly do have a unique sound. Wow.
Haven’t ever been this excited for someone to take my money.
I heard the Caladan speakers at AXPONA this year. Yes, they are fantastic! They were being driven by a pair of Atma-Sphere mono blocks. The DAC was a Linear Tube Audio Aero.
NRD, you just dropped a Bomb on us!!! I'm in,especially at that price!!!
Wow! Fading sun sounds awesome on my system, which can play as low as 16hz.
So does this essentially leave Spatial Audio Labs in the dust, or is there still a competitive place for them? Super exciting for Clayton, and truly glad to see him back in action (in a very serious way, it appears), but talk about an aggressive branching off in the industry move!
Between the design, price, and performance superlatives present here, looks like there are some truly exciting times ahead!
Don't think it "leaves them in the dust", they are still very good speakers of course. It does mean that going forward they will likely refine some of their designs, such as addressing the integration of the treble, mids, and lows better. If this is indeed Clayton's last or next to last speaker before he retires, there will always be room for someone to come along later and push the technology even more. That's the great thing about this ride. The future can, in theory, bring us even better products at competitive prices. But man, oh man, $2950 for these would be very tempting. I had my eyes on JBL L100 Classics but now I'm just wondering...
Simply astonishing. I've been looking for my set of towers and I was in the process and about to build some but at this price point. Oh my Lord astonishing great review. I am all in on these
The best of both worlds
All new Acoustic Energy Corinium Speakers 😇🤫😉
Looks like a typical box speaker to me.
I have downloaded those high resolution files and after critical listening I can say that those Clayton Shaw Caladans sound exactly the same as my table top computer speaker. Needless to say I am very proud of my little speakers matching those highly praised Caladans.
hahahahahahahahahhahaha..
at 3:40 he mentions that it's time to put headphones on.
lols
jokes aside, mic placement has a great influence on the captured fqs.
place the mic (or ear) close enough to a 2in speaker and it will capture 30Hz with ease. that's how headphones can dig low w/ authority...
@@stiffmeister0hYeah…then you’ll hear your headphone’s interpretation of the Earthworks microphone’s interpretation of the sound of the speaker in close proximity to the tweeter.
What would be more useful would be to hear the recording of the speaker interspersed with the line level signal being fed to the speaker.
Excellent comment. I was wondering the same. The mic placement definitely would give a different result than one could expect sitting in a chair 10 or 15 feet from the speakers. @@duroxkilo
Two thumbs up !
This will allow people to listen to MUSIC .............instead of analysing a hi-end SOUND system.......
Will also make it more easy to choose a musical amplifier and source instead o reading and choosing by numbers on glossy papers.
Thanks
Holy cow!
😃OH BABY! I waited and waited saving and waiting to afford the Saphires and ....... SHAZAM! Life deals me ACES!
I was fortunate enough to catch these at CAF 2023 and oh boy… lightning did strike.
Great to hear!
3k a pair....from what i have heard so far these are serious no brainer. I will be getting these.
I'll just be there
Endgame Speakers...Love it! All you will ever need. Period.
Do you own them??
@@51Percent No, just appreciating the sound. Best sounding speakers I've ever heard. It's my own personal endgame speakers I have in mind.
Awesome! Clayton probably is a a Dune fan.
Yup, sound quite natural, even frequency response. Can't make out more through my headphones. My new Joseph Crowe 1815 DIY speakers have a similar sound signature, only not open baffle.
Could you kindly share your design details, thank you
@@paulsochinfan just search the Internet for Joseph Crowe 1815, that'll show you all the details
I'm about $10k into a set of Tekton Moabs with Be tweeters, upgraded crossovers and Townshed Podiums. I LOVE them! But also, my uncle is working with active crossover, omnidirectional stuff, based on Linkwitz' old work. I heard his latest effort (after a long hiatus) a couple weeks ago. They weren't well tuned yet, but already, key aspects of their performance exceed my Tektons. Transient speed and clarity and the believe-ability of vocals, namely. I don't know how much of that is from the open, omnidirectional design, a lot is from the hand tuned active crossover with no analog filters.
From you just showed us in these recordings, I definitely have my on these now.
Interesting review...but for everyone commenting how great they sound. You can't know that till you've heard them. You are listening to YOUR OWN SYSTEM!!!
Listening on an iPad through a pair of shokz and tracks 1 and 3 were amazing
exciting stuff! Will Clayton have a showroom for auditions?