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@Kami84

6 ай бұрын

Can you talk about Rel subs or maybe just answer my question about Rel subs 😁. Have you tried them? Do you think the price is justified? There seem to be a lot of people who think they are some of the best for music and integration with speakers while others think that they are overpriced and no better than less expensive subs which have more output and extension per dollar. If this starts a flame war I apologize in advance.

@gregg1522

6 ай бұрын

Hi, may I ask if you have reviewed the Rega P3 or the 50th Anniversary edition please? Best wishes, Greg

Good morning from Ottawa 🇨🇦 👋🏻 glad to see some Canadian HiFI on the channel 🔊 Would LOVE to see Bryston and Totem. All the best to you both, Andrew and Kristi!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Well, this speaker is made by Bryston for KLH. As for Totem...we'll see.

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Morning!

@fonkenful

6 ай бұрын

Then there’s PSB and Energy, oops - forgot Paradigm.

@MatthewMcGowan

6 ай бұрын

@@fonkenful would also love to see Axiom, but that’s quite the long shot.

@fonkenful

6 ай бұрын

@@MatthewMcGowan Indeed, the list of non-mainstream and “artisanal” Canadian audio makers - both speakers and amplifiers - is long, but IIWII.

I look forward to Sunday at 11. Y'all have really mastered walking the fine line of incorporating measurements and not making the videos feel like a physics class yet, keeping the videos entertaining. Just the right amount of infotainment. Salute to both of you!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for that, it's my goal that our videos offer a little bit of something for everyone!

KLH has come a long way these are awesome!

I’m glad the first review of the year is a speaker. I feel like this is just such a good way to start the year! And with such a lovely speaker as well. On a side note, I don’t know what you did, but this video looks different (in all the good ways), the coloring or color grading or something is different and it’s noticeable to me. Also the updated scenery behind Andrew is absolutely beautiful! Yet another great review and a damn nice start to a new year! Hope everyone has a lovely Sunday and stay with all the crazy winter weather around!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

We moved the camera quite a bit and during our break, I actually figured out what our new camera system "likes" in terms of exposure and whatnot when it comes to grading and post. Glad we've FINALLY worked the kinks out and it's looking good or better!

@gavriushka

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews it does! The depth of field seems better too, like the background itself is slightly more blurred, but also more in focus? Not sure if that sounds like nonsense but that’s what it looks and feels like! Glad you guys found your ways with the camera! It all looks fabulous!

Another entertaining, as well as informative review. The great chemistry between Andrew and Christi enhances the process.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Great video as always. I love that you switched the wooden square with the concrete slabs! It looks good below the tv with an amp/avr inside it. Also the finish on these speakers is stellar at this price point.

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

They are even nicer in person.

Enjoyed your review of my new speakers. I was one of the lucky few who received a pair of the KLH Kendall 2F speakers at the end of Nov. I have really been enjoying the sound from these speakers in a two channel setup thru my 100 watt Cambridge Audio AXR100 & Rotel CD11MKII. They look great and fit my environment perfectly.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Thank you for the review and a happy new year to you both and everyone around. BTW: The veneer is stunning!😱

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Same to you!

Perfect speaker review to start off the New Year!! All my best to you both! 2024 gonna be a good one , beautiful speaker!!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Good morning Andrew and Kristi. Another great review. I think you make a very important point toward the end of the review where you talk about knowing what kind of listener you are in terms of speakers with regard to V-curve or a more flat linear response. I think unfortunately it takes some trial and error/experience with regard to different speakers over a period of time to really discover where one lands with regard to this preference. Keep the great reviews coming!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Not only do you have to enjoy the ride and find out what type of sound resonates with you, but you also have to be okay with it once you arrive at your decision because so much in this hobby is aimed at getting you to distrust your gut.

Great review and insight! I can’t stop oogling at the design 😍 the wood and color make it feel like a piece of art and great conversation starter!

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Hi Josh! They are even prettier in person IMO.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

They're really nice! Hey, when's your FIRST REVIEW dropping?

@Joystick_Gamer

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews first review is coming in a few days! Currently playing through Prince of Persia: Lost Crown for the review. Spoiler: it’s REALLY good

Yes Kristi, some of us who actually have the originals will say, as yall have heard from me before, they are beautifully mid forward placing singers right in front, and produces an eerily good phantom center channel. If you ever can snag a pair for fun they are something to hear, and a real over achiever for that 1299.00 original price. The K2’s look like and from you all sound like a good well balanced bargain. Ohh, and I found an out rigger kit from Dayton Audio and the “extra space the speaker is lifted off the floor” (decoupling) allows for bass waves to move differently and it definitely makes a difference especially heard if it’s a 2-Channel set up!! Good review!!!

Great review. I have heard the Bryston Middle T loudspeaker, very good. I purchased A1’s myself. I thought the 2F drivers looked familiar. I believe the 2F have a 10 year warranty, which is good. Axiom/Bryston make a great team and stand behind their products.

I watched Jay review the klh kandalls 1s and he loved them.. now you guys seem to like the klh kandall 2s so i appreciate the review!

Good afternoon! Thank you for the review. I didn't expect this from KLH but, those speakers look really nice! And finally, a true R700 rival! And I agree Andrew, I'd rather have more bass and tame it than to have a lightweight sound. Have a good rest of your day!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for weighing in Dawayne! Hope your day is going well so-far!

Already a 2024 end of year contender. Really enjoyed the commentary at 10:27. Don’t miss that folks.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Not trying to sound like What Hi-Fi 😂over here but the Kendall 2F is both subjectively and objectively worthy of a nomination. Thanks for watching this morning!

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

😊

Thanks for the video. The beard and stach looking good with the beard grown in. Loved the original kendalls so good to hear about the upgrade. 10 year warranty shows KLHs commitment to long term reliability. Appreciate a quality tower that is reasonably priced for many consumers. Thanks for the comparisons to similarly priced towers. Very helpful.

Andrew thanks for the review!!!!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

You bet!

Exciting time for new speaker models. I hope you guys get the new Aria Evo's in for review. Thanks much!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

We'll see, in the meantime thanks for watching!

Many thanks andrew i have the original towers klh kendalls it took me 3 months to run in when that was done WOW awsom

Love the look of these! I wonder if might see something that will be great for a big room on the level of the KEF R11.

Good discussion toward the end on one needing to recognize their speaker preferences. It took me a couple years to fully admit I was a Klipsch person over perhaps more refined speakers. It's really too bad Klipsch doesn't know there is more than walnut and black finishes because the finish on this Kendall would be perfect in my room.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

That's one of the things I feel is missing about the hobby, allowing people to like what they like. Too many forums, articles, and channels for that matter are aimed at getting the listener to accept or agree to one type of sound, often through vilification. If we all gravitated towards the same thing, there wouldn't be speakers to choose from, there would just be A or THE speaker because we wouldn't need anything else or more.

Great Sunday morning eye opener guys. I was considering these vs Q Acoustic 5040, vs Monitor Audio silver 300. Read so many reviews on the Q Acoustics coming off overly bright, due to mid range dip.....think ive crossed those off my list. My listening area is only 12x16, so these might be a bit too large.

Happy new year to you both, hope you had a wonderful holiday. Will you be reviewing the Rotel RAS 5000?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Yes, soon.

Ported speakers can be really tricky in rooms with lots of hard surfaces. Speakers are typically voiced in an anechoic room, and the bass response is tuned to be flat. But when the speaker is placed in a hard surface room, and the bass response can be boomy - because the surfaces are so reflective, and the low frequency waves just stack on top of each other creating this mushy undefined bottom. It's kind of like being in a crowded bar where the background music is just a din of unintelligible noise. In a room with lots of soft furniture, carpets, and wall treatments, you get more of the sound the manufacturer was going for - with less reflected bass. I've found one very easy solution to the hard surface problem is to use foam inserts in the ports to control the amount of sub-bass that gets out into the room. It's a trial and error method, but works most of the time - in rooms that are mostly hard surface. The other solution for a hard surface room is to get an acoustic suspension design, which naturally does not have as much sub-bass, and will likely have fewer placement and echo issues. I'm curious to know on the Kendall 2F what you discovered about the placement of these speakers in your room? It would also be really interesting to compare your room response graph, to one measured in an anechoic chamber. Thanks for this review. I'd love to to hear the Kendall 2F in person. Carry on.

these look really nice, real wood veneer with that price, but I just bought the rp600m ii over the holidays....

Another excellent review! Those are some really gorgeous speakers...kind of remind me of some of the Dynaudios. On another note, fingers crossed we will get a Denon AVR-X6800 review in the near future...really looking forward to seeing how that one does against the Sony 7000ES and the Cinema 40!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and I'll keep a look out for the Denon.

Hey Andrew and Kristi Hope you had a good start to the new year. Have you seen that TCL is going to sell it's 115" TV in Na and Hisense packse a 140" now ;D I lately stumbles upon the FyneAudio 703SP what do you think about them?

A brilliant 1st video of 2024! I'm a "happy listener"! Much love (from Suzy and I) from the UK 😁💛😁

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@cheeky1664

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews thank you!! 😁💛😁

I have a small town showroom that currently sports the original Kendall. I'm getting ready to order in the Kendall 2F and I'm honestly biting my nails curious if I'm going to be as impressed. I would've loved for you to have done a head to head on the two. Thanks for the great reviews!

@brooklynknightss

6 ай бұрын

What do you think about the klh kandall 1s ??? Thank you

That bass boost, albeit a bit on the high side is a good thing. The reason being is 95% of homes, mine included, prefer a bass boost. Nearly every home you go to with a sub will see a nearly 10db bass boost. No one likes to admit it, but people prefer a bit of a rise in the low range. It's fact. I run my sub about 3-5 DB hot

There is a new front port on the 2F that I couldn't find discussed. It's very surprising that even KLH didn't mention it ??? Did you ever do a review on the JBL Studio 590 ? I have them placed to compare with the RP-8000f II and I have noticed I prefer the sound stage being behind the JBL and Elevated. Seems to have a very nice room filling stage. It does sound like the Kendal 2F's do something similar with the stage by comparison.

New year and i am still here first to support you andrew.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

And we sincerely appreciate it!

Love the reviews, really look forward to each one. But i wish you would do a review of the polk es60's

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Why may I ask?

@pauljames1586

6 ай бұрын

I second this. It would be great to see how close the ES60’s come to the R600 and R700. I just picked up a pair and so far they do not possess the laid back quality the R700 is said to have. I am upgrading from Jamo 809’s and it’s clear how much midrange is sucked out on the Jamo’s compared to the ES60’s and to a lesser extent, the Q Acoustic 3050’s I am also auditioning.

I notice a difference between decoupling technologies I use between my Polk R200's and the speaker stands I use. Using special soft silicone stick on domes(as feet) works better for decoupling the speakers from my room than using these special black foam pads. Decoupling removes the bass response from transferring into my floor and walls; effective decoupling allows the bass to just come from the speaker and not from the room through transferred vibration resonance.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Appreciate you sharing!

@NosEL34

6 ай бұрын

Back when I used the R200's I put the Iso-pucks under them ($200) but the results were not minimal. May be considered a costly investment in comparison to the price of the R200's but the results were well worth it. Plus even though I moved on from those Polk's the Iso-pucks still serve me well.

@g-mail4743

6 ай бұрын

@@NosEL34 I wish I had some of those pucks, if i get a nice floor stander one day then I will. The sound isolation soft silicone is a very cost effective solution for when using stands and for equipment. I went into a mattress store and took about 8 demo samples of the PURPLE mattress material that was free and work great for gear lol.

@NosEL34

6 ай бұрын

Wow, that was smart and a great idea. And yeah, you don't need to spend big to get results...free is even better. I was talking with a guy that has a great sounding system yet all of his gear was budget in price and bought mostly used. He had room treatment and decoupling under all his devices... everything DIY made from simple materials. He said the trick to good isolation is thin layers of multiple types of stuff on top of each other..like cork,rubber,foam, etc. He obviously knew what he was doing though.

@g-mail4743

6 ай бұрын

totally@@NosEL34

Thanks! Great review!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I agree w Kristi on the looks. Very appealing look to the wood !

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

It's incredibly nice and not common at this price point!

I heard the KLH Kendall 2c center was voice-matched to the Model 5's to have an option of using the 2c with the Model 5's for home theater. Have you heard that? So glad you did this review! First unbiased review I've seen for the Kendall 2's! (I have the Model 5's and am really enjoying them)

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

I have not heard that. Thanks for watching and glad you are enjoying your Model 5s!

I've got the KLH budget Kendall (Concords, actually won them from you guys!) And gen 1 Kendall's matching center (Story). Love them, still do, probably accurate on KLHs part though, the old generation was a bit of a smile/v speaker, 3-6dB rise on either side measuring. I'll keep an eye on these guys, though I will miss the look of the old kevlar drivers! Bare brushed aluminum surrounds I won't miss as much.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

To the best of my knowledge, I don't believe we were the ones who gave away a pair of Concords. Regardless, I'm happy to hear this review resonated with you! Thanks for watching!

@joepelletier5381

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews The time you guys spend in the comments section really sets this channel apart from others. I know you guys are super busy and it was a couple years ago so completely understand but 4:29 in your 200k giveaway. At the time we barely managed to swing a 2 ch system with a pair of old used Andrew Jones pioneer towers, as budget as they might be for some those Concords were a life changer for us, and I'll be forever thankful!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

I forgot about that giveaway. So many generous donations for various brands on that one. I'm so glad they're suiting you well! Have a great day!

Good morning from frozen Alberta. -40c, a great time to curl up by the fire and listen to music all day.

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

I could not handle those temps! Stay warm and thanks for joining us.

@therealboofighter

6 ай бұрын

@@KristiWright neither can I! That’s why I am not leaving the house!

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

@@therealboofighter 🥶😁

I have a Denon Ceol N11 paired with Lonpoo LP42. What would be the pairing with these speakers? Is it worth doing this upgrade?

@0:24 “waaaaaay back in….2018” I felt that in my joints

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

haha

KLH Kendall K2 or Martin Logan Foundation F2? Which is the better value?

Heard the new Q Acuostics 5050 at the Capital Audio Fest. They will probably be the best $2000 speakers, Deeper bass than the 5040. Hope you review them soon.

Hey Robinsons, great review, thank you again.🙃

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Pretty cool to see real wood veneer at this price. 🇨🇦 does the Yamaha NR1000a drive the Polk R700 well?

Hi guys, I just started to build a home theatre/ music listening system. On your recommendation I got the Polk r600 and r200 (in white) 600’s for front 200’s for surround. What receiver would you suggest? Will get centre and maybe atmos speakers later. Off topic I know but need your help. Thanks Allan

Hi, please help I'm not sure whether to buy these or polk r700s ??

Love your reviews! I'm considering the Sony SS-CS line, especially the SS-CS3 and SS-CS8, along with the STR-AN1000 receiver. Surprised there's no review from you on these yet. Any chance you could share your thoughts on them? Your opinion matters a lot in my decision-making process.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

I do not endorse nor recommend the Sony SSCS speakers. I've had them, and they are not as good as some people will lead you to believe.

@MasterofPlay7

6 ай бұрын

the towers sounded pretty good, you need to pair with a good amp, big spacious soundstage, excellent stereo imaging, i don't understand why reviewers don't like them

Dear Andrew & Kristie, why nobody speaks of or compares tower speakers with Wharfedale Evo 4.4 in the reviews !? Is it because of AMT drivers? I don't have many choices in my country or even a chance to listen to these speakers; I've got Wharfedale Linton in my room when I was looking for a vintage look speakers and checking the reviews and I'm very happy with them. Please compare KLH Kendall 2F to Wharfedale Evo 4.4 and Focal Vestia No.2...Thanks!

Will you be reviewing the Denon AVC-A1H?

Dear Andrew, I do not understand why you do not much subscribers. I cannot see where your presentation lacks at all. Your presentations are excellent and provide me with all of the information I need. Please do not stop.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@brooklynknightss

6 ай бұрын

​@robinsonbrand they are coming... growing fast!! Andrew keep up the good work

Thanks for this great review, how do this speaker compare to the triangle br09 you reviewed earlier

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

I prefer these and also feel they are built to a higher standard/quality.

@fashyontime

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the response​@@andrewrobinsonreviews

Sliding down on my notifications this morning and seeing the word KLH. Gleefully double clicking the notification to start the video believing in my warm fuzzy heart Andrew is reviewing the Model 7 and then realizing......saaaay what? (Cue Ron Burgundy inside a phone booth screaming he's in a glass case of emotion!! 😭😭) 😆😆 I'm kidding! Only sort of. Enjoyed the review nonetheless A&K! And that finish on the Kendall is beautiful! Definitely a compelling option for the Polk R-700 crowd. Also worth noting, I had already pre-ordered my Wiim amp two months ago (it still hasn't arrived) for a secondary small room setup so I hope that won't be a regrettable decision! Crossing my 🤞

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

The WiiM should work with more efficient speakers in small to medium-sized rooms where you may sit within 6 or so feet and listen below levels with peaks of 80dB.

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

After hearing the Model 3s and 5s, our hunch was that the 5 would remain the sweet spot. I know I didn't care for the design/look of the 7s.

@dylanemeraldgrey

6 ай бұрын

Well, you might end up happy about the wait. They've been working out serious issues by firmware updates. Very recently they seem to have solved the biggest issues. As long as you're not trying to drive power hungry speakers in a large room, you should be satisfied.

To address what kristi said about decoupling. In my svs subs with the decoupling feet, it was a noticeable difference. Way less vibration from the floor, and gave me a cleaner bass. You cant get a similar effect with washing machine feet pads for far less money.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Anytime you can tame vibrations in other objects or the room itself you're going to walk away with the sensation of cleaner bass, however, it's not as if decoupling cleaned up the bass or made the sub better, it simply helped to remove other potential distractions from the equation.

@charlesking678

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews thats a far statement.

hi Andrew. what is your thoughts about the bookshelf speakers in this same model - kendall 2b ? i cannot afford or have space for the floor stands.. thank you !

Hey Andrew. I will say to you that your hair has thickened up nicely. it looks great. Nice video btw. Any idea how these would do against a KEF R3?

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

We have not heard the R3.

Great video! Now I need to decide if I want to go with these, the Klipsch 8000 II, or possibly the B&W 603 S3 (pairing with Onkyo 7100)…. 😅

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Sounds like you have some decisions to make. Thanks for watching!

@derekf7772

6 ай бұрын

8000F ii currently on sale $599.

First review with a BANG! Any chance you'd be reviewing the KLH model 7 anytime soon?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. No plans at this time to do the Model 7.

These are basicly a modern version of the KLH 283A the problem is they put the port on the front on these new KLH Kendall. If the port was moved to the back like the origanal KLH 283A would clean that up some. I drive my old vintage KLH 283A's with a Carver amp. When you drive them with a high current discrete componet amp the 283A sounds great from .3 watts all the way up to 200w rms so long as you amp has head room. In my bedroom I think for hours of listening I set mine up to dance between .3 watts swinging up to some place between 25W to 50W with a nominal 1W to 3W it is that dynamic swing that really stands out. You get all the brilliance, clarity, bass and musciality you want that is easy ont he ears for hours of listening. This way you have great vocals and you can hear the strings and when a kick drum or kettle drum hits or you get a barisaxaphone comming in you hear it all. My KLH283A I purchased sometime between 1995 and my wedding in 1997.

In regards to finding speakers that fit your listening preferences; do manufacturers make it known what type of listeners will like their speaker or is it on the consumer to know what they’re looking for?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Speaker companies don't really come out and say "our speaker is for..." likely because they hope or want their speaker to seemingly appeal to everyone. But if you spend any time in this hobby it shouldn't take too long to figure out where or how some brands lean sonically.

Is this the closet thing we have to a review of Axiom speakers? if I recall correctly axiom produces bryston speakers and I believe may have even purchased them. A longtime manufacturer in Canada but very few reviews exist of this brand. Odd considering their pedigree and long history of NRC usage.

After watching this damn I don’t know what to get but I will say the rp8000fii went on sale for memorial weekend at $579/each worth paying more for these or the r700?

Hey Andrew! You should review the new Emotiva XDA-3 DAC/Preamp.

Andrew in all of your speaker reviews you mention center fill in the sound staging section and not in this one. Any reason ??? Great review by the way.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Center imaging is good, just a bit back of the speakers.

You should just add the Emotiva XPA-DR3 to run your LCR. It runs my LCR like a beast. Arendal 1723 all of day every day!!

Another fun speaker review with Kristi and Andrew!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

I really appreciate that! Thank you as always for watching!

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Morning!! Hope you've had a great weekend.

@fonkenful

6 ай бұрын

Yeah; the Kristi show, with guest host Andrew😂. Howdi from the now thawing out West Coast.

@LeezahB

6 ай бұрын

@@fonkenful yes!! lol!!!🤣

@LeezahB

6 ай бұрын

@@KristiWright thank you! You as well.

What I'm missing is that you didn't mention the difference regarding the low end, 25 for the low end, compared to 36 for the new model.

I was kinda decided on Klipsch but now I don't know anymore. Thanks, haha!

@bobsimmons1470

6 ай бұрын

I'm in your same boat! I think I've narrowed it down to these or the poke r700. I like the center channel of the KLH better though

@MasterofPlay7

6 ай бұрын

klipsch i can get it cheap, but these look real nice with that veneer

@_intrepid

6 ай бұрын

@@bobsimmons1470 I also have an Onkyo AVR with Klipsch optimized mode. I have no idea if it's actually worth anything compared to just getting better speakers.

@orangecat5036

6 ай бұрын

Don't bother with the polk r700 they're made very cheap I blew the tweeters out on my set with very little effort basically 2 grand in the trash.

@MasterofPlay7

6 ай бұрын

@@orangecat5036 how did you blow it? Played too loud? 😆

I bought the pilk r700 largly based on your review. Why didn't you warn me that in 2 years sonething might cone out that you might like better!? Seriouskt through, love the r700s and don't intend to reconsider for at least another decade., enjoy watching the videos.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

I'm glad you are still happy with the Polks. They are still great speakers!

An almost 10db bump in the bass in the important 100- 200hz region is a big head scratcher that should have been corrected by the manufacturer. I wonder if that is due to a lack of internal cabinet bracing or a badly designed port effect?

Good morning guys any luck on getting your hands on anthem audio for reviews this year thx again ....

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Yes! We have one of their amps in for review.

@westcoast708

6 ай бұрын

@@KristiWright awesome 👌

Hello and Good morning internet HiFi nerds! As soon as you’re done binge watching Andrew and Kristi’s excellent videos. Go outside (if you can and talk to your neighbors) Or reach out and talk to an old friend or relative that you haven’t talk to in a long time. And as always…Be good Humans. Now let’s get back to the show.

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Great message, Roy. Hope you are well.

Danke!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so very much!

I listen to music from many different genres and I wounder if you have any speaker recomendations that fits this, but also can play rock and metal, and still retain high fidelity? I've looked a bit at JBL, for exampel JBL HDI-3800, do you have any plans on reviewing these? Thanks.

@Yiannis2112

6 ай бұрын

Dynaudio, Martin Logan, Paradigm

Thanks for sharing.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

thank you for watching!

OK, this is for Kristi: Watching this again a couple of weeks later, you know what's missing? Kristi's thoughts on the 2F vs the RP-8000 IIs which she FRIGGIN LOVED! Andrew said he'd go with the KLHs over the Klispchs, but what about you Kristi?

I understand that the price class and thus expectations are different, but couldn't the overexcited bass of the Focal Kanta be fixed by some PEQ love too? Or is it just less likely that owners of such speakers typically have higher end amps that do not have such functionality? I like how the KLH do not have visible pins to attach the grill... they look nice without.

Afternoon Andrew and Kristi👍👍

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Morning! Thanks for joining us!

Looks Like you guys made some changes around your TV. And the TV looks sweet like that. Looks like a frame TV if not how do you guys get those images on the TV?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

The TV is this one: bit.ly/47xtPhI - We use an app called ArtCast to display art.

The Kendall 2F was on my bingo card! But I work with KLH on a daily basis in my career, soooo... 😄

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

How so? Can you share more about your affiliation?

@tobytaylor9036

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I work for the Australian distributor, but I was more expecting it because they've just dropped! Fun fact for you - Your model five review is what made me apply for this job, because I was so interested in KLH! :)

I hope that you guys get the hands-on on new SVS speakers Other than that, I really enjoy listening to you reviews good luck in 2024 Yeah👍

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

Sadly, our last experience with the brand revealed an expectation on their part that if a review contained any criticism, they'd prefer the product be returned without review. That's not a fair request in our opinion. So it's not likely you'll see the brand again unless management changes.

@adamurbanik7545

6 ай бұрын

Fair Which means they’re not very friendly I assume?

@ivanfilatov7913

6 ай бұрын

@@KristiWright Sounds very ignorant on their part... They clearly think that their speakers look and sound the best in their price line.... but they don't. That's why Crutchfield doesn't sell them as much as other brands, just saying!

@brooklynknightss

6 ай бұрын

​@KristiWright thats crazy...

@danemoreno88

6 ай бұрын

Did you guys do a review of them ? I assume you guys didn’t publish it with their crazy demands ? You could always buy them and return them after review . They couldn’t say anything since they weren’t sent to you for free . I love svs but I’m not sold on the new ones 100 percent would love to hear unbiased top to bottom real reviews of the new line before I made a choice on them all I know is for 5k they better have way better crossover network and internal wiring and they need to offer better shipping then FedEx ground that takes 7 days to get to me

Decoupling can help with turntable issues.

Hey man, the beard is cool and all, but don't think we forgot... bring back that bad ass stache bro!!!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

We'll see what it wants to do in 2024.

Some nice looking speakers.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Agreed!

Pulling speakers out that far from the wall would feel a little invasive...especially in a med/smaller room...really nice looking speakers though

@Lfunk1983

5 ай бұрын

Agreed - I’ve heard it mentioned in a previous vid that the RP-8000f ii sounded better closer to a wall so

isn't Axiom Audio of Canada involved with Bryton speakers and this KlH speaker?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

3 ай бұрын

Yes, I believe so.

Is there a chance that you will build/review a DIY kit ?

@cmammen

6 ай бұрын

this

I think the bigger legs on the polk are necessary for the bottom port, and a price i'm happy to oay for the bass response, and not needing a subwoofer. Maybe the aesthetics are neutered by my h big, wood-paneled room that never escaped the 70's 🙂

You mentioned the Q 5040 but how about the Concept 50 or 500? Does the Kendall 2F go toe to toe with those?

I think these look really good. Id still lean towards the r700. What about the martin logan f2?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

The Logans are closer to a Klipsch-like engaging sound whereas the 2F has more in common with the R700.

@charlesking678

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews ohh really. I'm glad you cleared that up.

@orangecat5036

6 ай бұрын

I'm a victim of the hype, Don't bother with the r700s they arent made to we'll my set lasted only ten month's before the both tweeters burnt out I will never purchase polkaudio speaker's ever again.

I need to try keeps.

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

It's really helped me. My advice is to not wait until it's too late.

After thinking about this video I have a hopefully interesting question....how does the overall sound signature of the Kendal 2F compare to the KLH Model 5? I own the 5, and since the Kendal 2F is priced pretty close to the Model 5 I'm curious what differences, if any, there are between the sound signatures. Thanks!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

The Model 5 requires a beefier amplifier to get up and running and to control the woofer it has. The Model 5 will likely sound a little more forward (maybe even bright) by comparison. Both are great, but I honestly found myself preferring the everyday listenability of the Kendall 2F once I got it all setup and dialed in.

@KristiWright

6 ай бұрын

I feel like the Model 5s have more character. Definitely brighter/livelier.

Hi Andrew, have you thought about reviewing the Buchardt A10?

Thank you

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching.

The original was bass heavy sounding as well. A darker sounding speaker without much forwardness in the tweeter despite what KLH might say, at least to me.. It was an easy listening speaker when placed correctly which sounds a lot like what you've described here with maybe a touch less of that darker hue than before. The audio goobers who think they know what sound should be for everyone won't like it but for a lot of people it's a smooth, easy listen that will appeal to more people than not. Kind of like art. The critics think they must pan a certain style or piece to keep up their cred with other critics who don't matter at all. It's only the patron and if it's for sales, the buyer who matter and critics hate that they don't get to control the narrative to suit their taste.

@TriAmpHiFi

6 ай бұрын

. Originals? I had the KLH-1's in 1982 (DDG image search 'em. they'll pop up). With almost clear polypropylene cones, they were very "civilized" sounding with a definite lack of "excitement". I got rid of them for a pair of 15" JBL bass cabinets and Electrovoice horns. Now those were dynamic. Acid Jazz, Funk & Brass 🔈🔉🔊

What are your thoughts on the WiimAmp? I'm an Android user and really leveraged the multiroom Chromecast audio capability in my home. Was looking at the Wiim amp as an option for one of my TVs for stereo listening which is currently linked to a stereo ceiling speaker. Is this a good option?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Review coming soon.

@KoldSteel1990

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews Fantastic! 😊

@KoldSteel1990

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews I currently have five Wim Pro streamers and have one of them hooked up via optical input for audio from my Chromecast with Google TVs. There is a massive lag when I try to group that WinPro with my other WiimPros in the Wiim Home app. Wondering if this is any different with the Arc input on the Wiim Amp? If you could include that in your testing/review that would be sweet! You would need a Wiim Pro or Pro plus to test this with though.

Always dig a classic look! Only thing i'd like to request is to get yourself a discrete power amp, theres no justifiable way to accurately review a given speaker without giving it the proper amount of juice . These bad boyz want 250 watts, then you want a Bryston 4b powering them, hands down, no questions asked!

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

Uh-um, we used four different amps with these speakers.

@AllboroLCD

6 ай бұрын

@@andrewrobinsonreviews sorry brotha, which one put out 250 rms @ 8 ohm?

@andrewrobinsonreviews

6 ай бұрын

The Primare running in mono.

@AllboroLCD

6 ай бұрын

I only saw the wiim and the yammie@@andrewrobinsonreviews, allow me to stand corrected then. Theres just no fair way to rate a given loudspeaker without fully stretching its legs ; )

These look like slightly tweaked Axiom M-60s. Which makes sense since Axiom owns Bryston who made these iirc.