Wharfedale brings back the speaker kits for DIY thats fucking insane !!! i was looking trough a book a week ago where many brand had these kits, Wharfedal,Kef,Philips, Monacor, etc i said jees those where times, making people want to make things themselfs and get into the hobby !! LOVE they took the leap to re introduce these !!
John, I have always appreciated the different approach you take to storytelling in your videos. However, this episode takes that to a different level. I really liked the way you moderated the coverage introducing each small segment. That combined with your B-Roll featuring the show centre, traveling around Munich, and cameo appearances by some friends we all know, resulted in a much more personal delivery than the norm. Well done! ……schnitzel
I worked in Munich for a long time, by the transport Museum. I loved it there, wonderful beer garden by our office. The Wiim streamer with the screen looks interesting due to its price.
@31:26 He totally side stepped the question of edge diffraction. Perhaps he doesn't really know what it is. He seems to be saying that the quality of the craftsmanship is more important than the physics of the enclosure design.
Schnitzel! But also: what a great move from Peter Comeau to (re)introduce kit-version loudspeakers! Hopefully more brands will follow this great idea, just as it was not uncommon in the 80’s and 90’s when respected brands like Kef, Focal and Dynaudio offered parts or kits for the diy community, what great days those were…
Thank you very much Mr. Darko, although I have not been able to watch the live Munich High End audio show but the video you made is very entertaining me in Jakarta Indonesia, again thank you very much
Really interested in the end segment about the new 33/303 as an existing Quad owner is lovely to see and I bet they will sell truck loads, brilliant video as always.
What the schnitzel? … I’ve been looking forward to this episode from Munich High End! … being from Canadia 🇨🇦 it is unfortunately too far away for me to attend. So many amazing pieces, it would almost be overwhelming. Thanks again for another entertaining video.! Cheers!!
There were so many listening rooms, it was incredible. Just being there for one day one could only scratch the surface. Still cool to see the pictures again and the best video on the high end I've seen so far. Thanks for the tip, the high end was not on my radar, but it was truly enjoyable. Schnitzel and out.
Thanks for putting in the steps and report of the Munich show. I compared your video with my on-site experience to this year’s Axponia. Some similarity but I appreciated your take on to be released products.
Ive built the original unit 3 and unit 5 kits. The unit 3 is built as a super linton and unit 5 as a dovedale. I love my collection of vintage wharfedales. My main living room speskers are a set of w70d rosedales. Great speakers with 96db sensitivey. Sound great with early solid state and tubes.
Thank you for the coverage. It seems to me that a lot of companies were talking gibberish in that they are talking about cabinet finishes, colours, but not much in the way of sound quality. Hearing that Dynaudio uses Pascal amplifiers is disappointing as there are far better amplifiers out there. Japanese architecture by Scandinavians? I think some of these companies have listened to focus groups more than they have the audiophile.
Great Vid ! thanks John, can't wait to get my hands on the new Wiim Ultra. The Wiim rep made no mention of its headphone amp ? i'll be curious to see how it preforms.
Woot, ahh missed your articulate presentations as well as the fine editing. Still quality as hell. Love the DIY layout. Fine work. Hi fi Rose seems interesting at first blush. schnitzel
I think you are the only Hifi RUclipsr I really watch because of you Hifi-gear and music taste. It is really refreshing if somebody is not focusing on these fridge like bombastic enclosures where you are always under the impression you pay per Kg like for Aufschnitt. And you live long enough in Germany if you know what SchniPoSchranke is. 😢
Pizza 🍕 😜 hope Wiim Ultra makes it to Darko HQ 👍 looking forward to SW interview 👍 i tried Plexamp for music since you have mentioned it alot in the past. We didn’t end up being friends but Roon Arc look more and more interesting so goid sponsor of this video
Schnitzel!! Can't wait for the Steven Wilson video, recently bought "The Harmony Codex on vinyl and CD wow! Just wow, what a sensational album from the legend.
Interesting the Sennheiser hd620s has the same voicecoil as the hd660s1 but it uses a the diaphragm from the s2. So its an hd6 series headphone sound wise. I already pre-ordered mine, im excited about it.
Any thoughts on coloured vinyl? It is having a moment and I thought there are concerns the colour and splatter patterns create interference in sound quality?
Great Video! Looked like a lot of effort to edit this one! I think the big gap that I see is that there is a lack of good interface options available for these devices. We haven’t seen any new hardware controllers for Roon or good physical controllers for Active Speakers recently in this digital world. Any thoughts there?!
Schnitzel. Thanks John, some interesting stuff there, love the look of the Quad, the Arcams sound interesting. I know you and many others were very impressed with the NAD but it just didn’t tickle my sound signature pickle.
Schnitzel Darko... it was good to see you in Munich. You were busy so we didn't wanted to interrupt you by saying hello. We enjoyed the show. Tanja and Oto from Florida.
Electronics in the stand! I love it! (dynaudio) So glad Q acoustics haven't changed their aesthetics on the newer models. The clean lines appeal to me. Arcam's gear also had a simplistic and elegant design. The word of audio is overwhelming sometimes. So much to see and learn.
Speaker kits -great idea! I made a pair of Klipsch Heresy from a Crites kit and they sound fantastic and its nice to be able to tell people "I made them"
Wharfedale brings back the speaker kits for DIY thats fucking insane !!! i was looking trough a book a week ago where many brand had these kits, Wharfedal,Kef,Philips, Monacor, etc i said jees those where times, making people want to make things themselfs and get into the hobby !! LOVE they took the leap to re introduce these !!
wharfedale concept is absolutely fabulous. Wharfdale sound + custom aesthetic finish and save on international shipping.
What I'd want is a kit for the high end Dovedale speaker, as I can't afford the finished product!
John, I have always appreciated the different approach you take to storytelling in your videos. However, this episode takes that to a different level.
I really liked the way you moderated the coverage introducing each small segment. That combined with your B-Roll featuring the show centre, traveling around Munich, and cameo appearances by some friends we all know, resulted in a much more personal delivery than the norm.
Well done! ……schnitzel
I really like what Wharfedale has done here, I'm definitely intrigued in trying building my own speakers at some point.
SChnitzel! You're the bomb John! Best show coverage I've seen - engaging, interesting and entertaining. Nice!
What an amazing video. Thank you for updating us on the latest developments. So much exciting exciting stuff out there 😮
I worked in Munich for a long time, by the transport Museum. I loved it there, wonderful beer garden by our office. The Wiim streamer with the screen looks interesting due to its price.
Schnitzel ! Loved the part with the designer/engineer from Chord. It's good to know someone is thinking about these things and searches for solutions.
Did NOT know about the DIY wharfedale kit - fantastic! So happy about that, would love to see more from other manufacturers
Great summary of the show John and yes, I watched to the end :) Look forward to SW interview
This video had some great shots/interviews and editing. Wow!!! Remarkable work thank you for keeping that bar raised. 💪💪 Makes me wish I was there.
I watched , I drooled ….I’m ok now ….
The fact that these systems exist makes me happy.
@31:26 He totally side stepped the question of edge diffraction. Perhaps he doesn't really know what it is. He seems to be saying that the quality of the craftsmanship is more important than the physics of the enclosure design.
Schnitzel!
But also: what a great move from Peter Comeau to (re)introduce kit-version loudspeakers! Hopefully more brands will follow this great idea, just as it was not uncommon in the 80’s and 90’s when respected brands like Kef, Focal and Dynaudio offered parts or kits for the diy community, what great days those were…
Schnitzel! It was a pleasure meeting you at High End 2024!
Motorized volume in 2024. What a miracle! :) I had budget Panasonic rx-ct in the 90s and it had remote control and motorized volume.
Thank you very much Mr. Darko, although I have not been able to watch the live Munich High End audio show but the video you made is very entertaining me in Jakarta Indonesia, again thank you very much
Really interested in the end segment about the new 33/303 as an existing Quad owner is lovely to see and I bet they will sell truck loads, brilliant video as always.
What the schnitzel? … I’ve been looking forward to this episode from Munich High End! … being from Canadia 🇨🇦 it is unfortunately too far away for me to attend. So many amazing pieces, it would almost be overwhelming. Thanks again for another entertaining video.! Cheers!!
There were so many listening rooms, it was incredible. Just being there for one day one could only scratch the surface. Still cool to see the pictures again and the best video on the high end I've seen so far. Thanks for the tip, the high end was not on my radar, but it was truly enjoyable.
Schnitzel and out.
Schnitzel! You are the only one to cover the speakers kits. So thankful I watched
Thanks for putting in the steps and report of the Munich show. I compared your video with my on-site experience to this year’s Axponia. Some similarity but I appreciated your take on to be released products.
Ive built the original unit 3 and unit 5 kits. The unit 3 is built as a super linton and unit 5 as a dovedale.
I love my collection of vintage wharfedales.
My main living room speskers are a set of w70d rosedales. Great speakers with 96db sensitivey. Sound great with early solid state and tubes.
Loved the Quad piece !
Was wondering about the wrist bands too …
Schnitzel!
It was a pleasure meeting you there 😃 thanks for your entertaining videos 🎉
Schnitzel.
Definitely the best show coverage video I have ever seen. Thanks for putting the hard work in, John. It shows.
Schnitzel - Loved your video, Great to see my friend Vinnie Rossi in it as well, have not been to Munich Hi End since 2014, so it was a treat!
Schnitzel! Really interesting show coverage, thank you
The speaker kit looks a great idea,
Love Schnitzel and the Wharfdale speaker kits . But sadly any of the 500 only kits most probably wont make it to NZ . Schisse !!
Schnitzel on its way to say great video!
BTW, great idea from Wharfedale!
Great vid, loved the product subject matter and informative interviews, looking forward to the Steve Wilson vid, cheers, oh and Schnitzel!
Schnitzel, I really loved the show your videos are fantastic, its was also a pleasure meeting in person thanks
John, very glad you made the clearly considerable effort to produce a report with such high production values. Too quality video. Thank you.
Schnitzel, by the way
Brilliant report, thanks so much and looking forward to the SW interview soon
Excellent report ... love the updated retro stuff !!
Yep JD, I watched to the very end, thank you for bringing us this presentation.
Schnitzel and poodle, loved it. Very nice little surprise with that Quad set in the end. Awesome!
Been waiting to hear about the Chord Quartet, well done!
Great video. Your video editing ability is to be commended!
Schnitzel...love the Quad combo, great insights, John. Thanks
Thank you for the coverage. It seems to me that a lot of companies were talking gibberish in that they are talking about cabinet finishes, colours, but not much in the way of sound quality. Hearing that Dynaudio uses Pascal amplifiers is disappointing as there are far better amplifiers out there. Japanese architecture by Scandinavians? I think some of these companies have listened to focus groups more than they have the audiophile.
The music you use for your videos listening through my Bose ultra headphones over ears wow using Bose's immersion feature the music is so clean wow.
Schnitzel - loved the video
what's new about the Shanling SM1.3? I'm curious to see some reviews.
Holy schnitzel! that Quad gear was DROOL! 🤤
Did they say how much the furniture colab dynaudio would be? Or did I miss that one in the video? Really like the look of it!
That Dynaudio powered stand looks AMAZING!
John, great video. I've never been to an audio show or Munich but I may try to do both in the not-to-distant future. Good work.
Nice selection of interesting subjects! Many thanks! Schnitzel! ❤
Schnitzel
Great work!!
Looking forward to that future Musical Fidelity A1 review!!
The server kits this year....amazing designs. That Quad presentation was exceptional.
Great Vid ! thanks John, can't wait to get my hands on the new Wiim Ultra. The Wiim rep made no mention of its headphone amp ? i'll be curious to see how it preforms.
Great vid, great report! Really loved the reborn Quad 33/306 combo; hope they'll be sounding great also. Viel München Schnitzeln!
Woot, ahh missed your articulate presentations as well as the fine editing. Still quality as hell. Love the DIY layout. Fine work. Hi fi Rose seems interesting at first blush. schnitzel
Oh my, the RD160 is gorgeous! Really stands out compared to other HiFi design 😮
Schnitzel.. great video! can't wait to see what's in store! :)
great summary, and I do love the look of those Quads!
Thank you, John!
Schnitzel. Well done. I would have been stunned by the offerings!!
Just saw Terry! Great review thanks John!
great coverage of the show and thanks for not showing any Schnitzel (or did I just miss that shot?).
Ok, I love what Wharfedale is doing with the kit speaker. Bravo. Hope it comes out soon because I'll buy it.
Schnitzel! Very cool stuff John, thank you. I do feel a bit like that wee dog at the end though, just a bit overwhelming.
Schnitzel
A brilliantly refreshing look at HIGH END and the two small things from Chord Electronics!
Schnitzel! Great video and fun to see some Grimm product snippets!
I think you are the only Hifi RUclipsr I really watch because of you Hifi-gear and music taste. It is really refreshing if somebody is not focusing on these fridge like bombastic enclosures where you are always under the impression you pay per Kg like for Aufschnitt. And you live long enough in Germany if you know what SchniPoSchranke is. 😢
THANKS JOHN 🤗 FOR DOING ALL THE EXTRA WORK 😥FOR US,NOW WATCHING THIS 😬💚💚💚😊😊
Pizza 🍕 😜 hope Wiim Ultra makes it to Darko HQ 👍 looking forward to SW interview 👍 i tried Plexamp for music since you have mentioned it alot in the past. We didn’t end up being friends but Roon Arc look more and more interesting so goid sponsor of this video
Great coverage! Schnitzel!
❤ Thanks mate, great vid as always.
Big fat Schnitzel from me! 😂
Quad 33 looks lovely!
Really dig the aesthetics and design of the HiFi Rose DAC's display. Just lovely.
Schnitzel!! Can't wait for the Steven Wilson video, recently bought "The Harmony Codex on vinyl and CD wow! Just wow, what a sensational album from the legend.
Schnitzel! The DIY kits from Wharfedale are going to make a great Christmas present for your audiophile who has everything if they're priced right
Thanks John. I would to see more you review one of those Dynaudio speakers
Interesting the Sennheiser hd620s has the same voicecoil as the hd660s1 but it uses a the diaphragm from the s2.
So its an hd6 series headphone sound wise.
I already pre-ordered mine, im excited about it.
Schnitzel. You packed a load of very interesting products in, loved the video.
Thanks John. Lovely video. Schnitzel.
Enjoyable tour ! Thanks !
Any thoughts on coloured vinyl? It is having a moment and I thought there are concerns the colour and splatter patterns create interference in sound quality?
The Quad pre+power combo looks amazing.
Great Video! Looked like a lot of effort to edit this one! I think the big gap that I see is that there is a lack of good interface options available for these devices. We haven’t seen any new hardware controllers for Roon or good physical controllers for Active Speakers recently in this digital world. Any thoughts there?!
I wish you would cover Meridian.
Schnitzel, John. Wonderful show report!
Thank you for this coverage video! Schnitzel!
Love the cosmetics of the Quad gear. Wow.
Schnitzel. Thanks John, some interesting stuff there, love the look of the Quad, the Arcams sound interesting. I know you and many others were very impressed with the NAD but it just didn’t tickle my sound signature pickle.
What are those monster speakers at 37:25?
Schnitzel! And great summary. Thx agn!
NIcely done as always John.
Schnitzel completed John, thank you for the report.
Nice show coverage ❤
Schnitzel Darko... it was good to see you in Munich. You were busy so we didn't wanted to interrupt you by saying hello. We enjoyed the show. Tanja and Oto from Florida.
Schnitzel. Great round up.
Electronics in the stand! I love it! (dynaudio) So glad Q acoustics haven't changed their aesthetics on the newer models. The clean lines appeal to me. Arcam's gear also had a simplistic and elegant design. The word of audio is overwhelming sometimes. So much to see and learn.
Schnitzel until the end ;). Nice video and nice products you showed us here. Keep up the good work.
Schnitzel! I just wish Chord was at the end because I thought 'but how does it handle transients?' with every DAC shown after that. 🤣
Speaker kits -great idea! I made a pair of Klipsch Heresy from a Crites kit and they sound fantastic and its nice to be able to tell people "I made them"
Does Shanling really think printing MQA on the top of their SM1.3 is a selling point!
It’s a red flag that would stop me going anywhere near it.