I am lucky enough to have heard this system, but I consider myself even luckier to have met Ken and been the recipient of his kindness, generosity, and passion. Thank you.

@jimlambrick3248

3 жыл бұрын

I remember seeing the work in progress on Audiogon. The room wasn't much at the time but the speakers were legendary. Now the room is too. Ken was kind enough to offer a listen even back then. What a great guy!

@jodoyle

3 жыл бұрын

The only thing greater than his system is his passion and generosity. Ken is such a gentleman...

@horowizard

3 жыл бұрын

So, what does it sound like? Nobody actually describes it in romantic or musical terms. Only that he built it and if the results were dismal he would lie to himself thinking that it sounded great!

@ronmurphy4234

3 жыл бұрын

@@jimlambrick3248 What's the deal with Audiogon, I would always check there daily and now it's a shadow of years past.

@jimlambrick3248

3 жыл бұрын

@@ronmurphy4234 I don't know. It's been a long time since I visited. I think high end audio in general is in decline. A whole generation thinks that MP3s are just fine and the recording industry isn't doing much to change that with the over use of compression and such.

No matter how extravagant or frivolous or pointless or essential it may seem to others, it's always fantastic and inspiring to see someone pursue their passion to completion and live to enjoy the fruits of their passion.

@Nailapot1

2 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@dextardextar

2 жыл бұрын

not like this it's not, it's pathetic. go listen to live music if you're so insane about accurate reproduction of sound. vinyl isn't the way.

@bongopro4401

2 жыл бұрын

Loyalty, respect and dedication are the things I value the most

@redrooster1908

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nailapot1 Indeed.

@stevenbrenner8232

2 жыл бұрын

@@dextardextar You TOTALLY MISSED THE POINT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Our company did business with Ken for years before I retired last year. The only thing close to his finished product was his shop, also located in his home. His wife and daughter were/are gems, as was Ken before he passed. True gentleman genius.

@Jlinwoodjackson

9 ай бұрын

Whoah… his shop was in his house?? Did he build all these enclosures n stuff ??

I wish I hadn't google'd and found out that Mr. Fritz passed away. Love his passion and attention to detail. RIP Ken Fritz

@ulrichbahr1531

Жыл бұрын

I wish i hadn`t read this :(

@brunomoyano8727

Жыл бұрын

@@ulrichbahr1531 same

@shinokami007

Жыл бұрын

this is a legacy, a legend is born

@michael-4k4000

Жыл бұрын

Delete your post BUD!

@user-je7td6sr5b

10 ай бұрын

@@obsprisma but he stamped his mark while he was alive...he did something that no one else has done..plus he had the money to do it

I was diagnosed with Huntington's disease a few years back, so I know I won't live a long life. (48 years old now) I started last year to build my own very humble "comparing to yours" system of my dreams in my tiny music room. I enjoy it so much working on it. You are such a inspiration. Thank you. Cheers, André from the Netherlands.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@viderethevaccinatorfromhol7536

3 жыл бұрын

@@kenfritz3813 I will Ken. Thanks

@makucevich

3 жыл бұрын

You have a lot of heart.

@anthonyxuereb792

3 жыл бұрын

You have excellent audio makers in the Netherlands.

@catsbyondrepair

2 жыл бұрын

What the hell for you can't take it with you.. waist of of money that should go to the family ..

My father Steve Ditko cast the sodium ionics for the sonic stabilizers on these amplifiers at Kramerica Industries in 1984. He used to talk about Ken and say "I feel lucky to be a part of this amazing machine but even more lucky to have known such a great man". My father Steve died of mesothelioma last year, so I am grateful that you immortalized his work with this video.

@SevenCostanza

2 жыл бұрын

@Ryan Monaghan lol yeah oil bladders for tankers. Drop a ball full of oil out the window

@SevenCostanza

2 жыл бұрын

@Ryan Monaghan or mustard and ketchup in the same bottle

@MemesnShet

2 жыл бұрын

R.I.P.

@Madtography

2 жыл бұрын

Your father had the same name as the famous comic artist? nice :) RIP though!

@alecs6492

2 жыл бұрын

Liar

My goodness. This man did it. To be able to sit down and just enjoy the fruits of your labour must be an overwhelming emotional experience. Heartbreaking to hear that ALS got the better of him. RIP Mr Fritz. I am forever inspired by your work.

@jimf5160

6 ай бұрын

That is really heartbreaking. I am regular donor to the ALS Foundation.

@0zzyruls

5 ай бұрын

Read the WaPo story. You'll think differently. Especially forced child labor. What a great man.

@blackdaan

2 ай бұрын

he was already dead when you made this post

@hbyt2477

2 ай бұрын

@@blackdaan So?

It's a privilege to watch a master talk about his craft.

@mr_mack_indenver7807

Жыл бұрын

A true artist and master craftsman. Shows what someone with a passion can accomplish.

just wanna give him props for building a halfpipe in the unfinished room for the kids to skate on. pretty dope

@jeffreycollins7297

3 жыл бұрын

Good parenting.

@smellmyface686

2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking lost boards and slams into the walls may be detrimental to the space, then he detailed how many layers of material went into building them... pretty sure they could stop quite a bit more than a loose board.

@aeoteroa818

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeffreycollins7297 some of my best and most unforgettable memories were around skateboarding. Probably one of the most constructive things I did in my youth.

@secretc.5214

2 жыл бұрын

yes

@secretc.5214

2 жыл бұрын

@@aeoteroa818 +

RIP Mr. Fritz! I understand his passion, as I am a musician myself. I have built my (much smaller) Stereo system as well over my whole life, and I gave me so much joy, as music in general. This man has lived his dream!

Normally, audiophiles are rather insufferable, but this gentleman is an absolute genius, who really knows the nuts and bolts of so many different things that went into this system, that it is a pleasure just listening to him!

@MichelLinschoten

Жыл бұрын

​@General Lao he passed away a while ago I read somewhere

@orvarino

Жыл бұрын

​@@MichelLinschoten 😢

@realgrilledsushi

10 ай бұрын

He is the audiophiles all the nerds can only wish to be

@CyberneticArgumentCreator

10 ай бұрын

I think the caricature of the strawman "audiophile" people poke fun at is insufferable, but I've never met that type of person. I don't think that trope exists in reality. Usually people just like music and enjoy the best version of it.

@ruk2023--

10 ай бұрын

They simply hide it well. On the internet most audiophiles are insufferable but they have learned to disguise their quirks in the real world so that they fit into society.@@CyberneticArgumentCreator

I came for the technical specs and stayed for the life wisdom. Ken Fritz was a great man.

This form of insanity is very refreshing.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@sammyfani

3 жыл бұрын

Allmost blind man and old fart!

@jeffreycollins7297

3 жыл бұрын

@@kenfritz3813 Keep the faith Ken!

@jokinmyass9446

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Ken!! And Sammyfanny not a nice comment, that man has don't more in his life that we will do in 2 lifetimes so go *blank* on a *so and so* until your *ew* is sore from *ugh*ing it.

@wolfgangboettcher3126

3 жыл бұрын

Nicht Vergessen

RIP Ken. So happy for you that you saw your dream to fruition. I really enjoyed seeing the passion you put into your project.

As mentioned below, the audio system fetched just $156,800 at auction. Fritz died of ALS a couple of years ago, suffering an affliction that slowly removed his ability to use, then appreciate, the project that took so much money and work. A nicely done Washington Post story from today (Jan. 13, 2024) also chronicles how his obsession pushed his marriage into divorce and caused a rift that prompted him to disinherited one of his sons. I was actually surprised to see that the equipment sold for that much. Reminds me of what a stamp-collecting friend told me many years ago: enjoy the hobby, and know that the collection will someday be worth 10 cents on the dollar, if that.

@inout6969

5 ай бұрын

His ex wife was an alcoholic. Hard to live with those.

@JavierHuerta

5 ай бұрын

And the story says the system didn't even sound that good. I hope it was worth a marriage, and breaking up the family.

@thardyryll

5 ай бұрын

@@inout6969I bet he never noticed. He was living with that stereo system.

@SarahMcCulloch

5 ай бұрын

@@inout6969 Article says she stopped drinking after she stopped living with the guy who only cared about his sound system.

@inout6969

5 ай бұрын

@@SarahMcCulloch Yeah the article probably owes most to the son who didn't get anything the amount of negative descriptions is thru the roof. Alcoholics seldom quit. The guy worked for his money and they lived well. That is not the living room of poor people. He built something amazing and power to him. I do get it probably took up most of his attention.

I’m only a few minutes into this video and I’ve been checking out the comments and I’m even more stoked than I was by the title. I’m 56 and back in the 70’s and 80’s a Hi-Fi was a major focal point for the home. Inviting someone over to hear the latest Peter Frampton album was considered a date. Sound quality was all about bragging rights! I had the Pioneer A-90 integrated amp that was 200 watts per channel at .002% total harmonic distortion. It was the first amplifier to eliminate switching distortion by using push-pull circuitry between the low and high voltage supplies. It also had a pre-amp for the phono input. It could be switched to Moving Magnet (MM) or Moving Cartridge (MC) which could be switched between 33 ohms or 100 ohms. I also had the Pioneer SG-90 17 band per channel 2/3 octave EQ and the bands went from 16Hz - 25KHz and it had .001% THD. I always wanted the Polk SDA-SRS speakers but I couldn’t afford them. Back then the Infinity Reference speakers cost $50,000 and were what all other speakers were supposed to be compared to for sound quality. I financed a $3,000 Pioneer stereo when I was 17 and was making $3.25 and hour! It wasn’t just about having loud music to bang my head. I wanted to feel the triplets Steve Gadd played on Aja in crystal clarity and the squeak of Bonzo’s Speed King on Since I’ve Been Loving You!

@HarpreetSingh-xe5ki

Жыл бұрын

9am

@fuzzhypno9093

Жыл бұрын

Ahh , good times,hard times , when musi+music quality ment something, ,, (52yrs young;)

@dannyb3663

Жыл бұрын

Nowadays, bragging rights is about having the worst sound quality.

@leftyguyiam

Жыл бұрын

59 here and I noticed bragging rights for youngsters is nothing more than insulting older guys like us who have a REAL system rather than some cheap little Sony Bluetooth speaker that they stream Spotify on. They think they are so "modern". When I tell them I use Qobuz to stream, they haven't any idea what that is or a DAC for that matter. Yeah, brag all you want kiddo, you haven't ever heard what a big boy rig can do!!

@kentbergstrom3020

9 ай бұрын

66 here, the 70's was the golden decade of HiFi, the sad thing is that I didn't have an economy then like today.

I came to see an incredible stereo system and left with incredible life lessons. Thank you Sir!!

what got me with this is not the stereo but the man he spoke from the heart. p.s. near the end i felt i want to cry. Thank you for posting it

I recall as a kid haunting stereo shops and annoying sales staff as we dreamed of seemingly unattainable systems. This mans dream came to wonderous fruition. I admire that greatly.

So glad I watched your video, it made me cry. My Dad was an amazing provider, father, faithful husband, 3 time Ironman finisher, very successful CPA entrepreneur, journeyman carpenter, and so on... accomplished many, many great things, yet he struggled with the balance of his many endeavors, albeit all of them worthwhile.. though he died suddenly last year at 70 years old. I remark that he passed away suddenly to acknowledge that my while father was in optimal physical health (lifelong triathlete and marathon runner, non-smoker, non-drinker, etc.) happily married to my mother, and was able to retire wealthy, he passed away far sooner than anyone could have expected. Your sentiments on the balance of time in every man's life rang especially poignant and reflective. I wanted to thank you for sharing your story, as to provide testament to the theme of your documentary, I believe we can best honor our parents by heeding the advice you very eloquently provided; work hard to achieve one's goals, without disregard to gather thine rosebuds, while ye may. Thank you Mr. Fritz for your great story and well made documentary! Sincerely, Andrew MacGillivray II

What is passion? This is passion. Well done Ken Fritz.

I went to high school with Ken’s daughter. He and I were in an audiophile group together. I’ve been blessed to audition this system. It is truly awe inspiring. Lucky for us Ken is a kind and generous individual and enjoys sharing his passion with those who reflect that same passion for music.

@carpballet

2 жыл бұрын

What does “audition this system” mean?

@MYJ61

2 жыл бұрын

@@carpballet it means you listened to music that truly shows the capabilities of the system.

@varsityathlete9927

2 жыл бұрын

@@MYJ61 What did you listen to on the system.

@MYJ61

2 жыл бұрын

@@varsityathlete9927 I believe it was Swan Lake.. It’s been a couple of years ago that I was there..

@Alilretard1

2 жыл бұрын

You lucky bastard.

I'm not an audiophile, and I don't understand 90% of what he's saying, but this video popped up and I absolutely LOVED it! I loved his passion, his knowledge, and just his... niceness!

@gr3g0r5

Жыл бұрын

there's really not much to understand. Audiophiles are just people with way too much money. Ask any actual audio professional, mastering engineer, recording engineer what they think about these people. We laugh at them and their million dollar snake-oil placebo machines that they then put into barely treated rooms.

@rudyreyes848

Жыл бұрын

"I'm not an audiophile" Ironic with the last name, Watts. 😊

@jerryhankinssr2775

Жыл бұрын

If you could have only heard it, same gor me too.

@weaya47

10 ай бұрын

Honestly it is.

@triple_x_r_tard

7 ай бұрын

don't worry, he doesn't understand 100% of what he said

This is going to get a lot of views after the Washington Post essay that just came out. I think many of us technical people have a bit of Ken Fritz in us. I am sorry that he was so uncompromising over the years, and that this caused such strife for his family. Scott, I can see that this was a bit of an attempt to connect with your father on the one thing that was so important to him. I suspect Ken died with regrets about his treatment and lack of time with his children. It was quite an achievement, but it came at considerable cost. I think this little film was well-made in helping us understand a little more about your dad. Thanks for sharing it.

@StrandedOnAPlanet

5 ай бұрын

Well said - and much appreciated.

@AudioGuyBrian

5 ай бұрын

From the WP Article. His nightmare happened. Unreal! Cite from Washington Post article.... Three years earlier, in Scott’s documentary, Fritz had talked frankly about his condition, the limited number of years that remained for him and his hope that the world’s greatest stereo system would live on without him. “I’d hate like heck to see this room parted out,” he had said. “That’s just like breaking up a dream.”

@dmorga1

5 ай бұрын

@@AudioGuyBrian I'd say the fact that he articulated that at the time meant he knew that was exactly what was going to happen.

@AudioGuyBrian

5 ай бұрын

@@dmorga1 It is a shame that he and his son had such a tragic falling out before he died. Having recently lost both my parents I cannot imagine having that as a memory of our last words to each other. Sad and tragic.

@Jethr001

4 ай бұрын

Do you have a link to the WP article?

I sincerely hope that this men and his family will listen to all of their music albums with love and pleasure. With respect and friendly regards from The Netherlands 🙏

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

You made me cry! I take my hat off to you. Big regards from Croatia!

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@cosmozh

3 ай бұрын

One more regards from Croatia 🇭🇷

Ken is just one of those people that I just truely appreciate. His attention to detail. Always thinking of the variables, No corners cut. It makes me want to do better work.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during the holidays here in 2022. I'm sorry I never had the pleasure of meeting Ken or hearing his system. I hope someone will have the ability to maintain this system somewhere now that Ken has passed. The sonics aside, this was one man's dream and a part of his life's legacy and it deserves to be treated as such.

@visionofdisorder

5 ай бұрын

"maintain this system" - it got auctioned off in parts.

@PhotographerVA

5 ай бұрын

@@visionofdisorder what a shame …but hard to transplant anywhere else intact.

I recently finished my "system" here in my $200/mo. trailer/shack up a draw off a holler that leads to a valley in Yancey Co. NC. The most expensive part of my system was for the coils for the crossovers for my Parts-Express homebuilt 4-way/5-driver main speakers of all "clearance" drivers. I'm using 2 amps, 1 off craigslist, the other from the Goodwill store. It's a 7.1 system of all thrift store speakers other than my main stereo pair. It F'n rocks with clarity and I'm still hearing nuances of some recordings I hadn't noticed before. I think Mr. Fritz and I would get along just fine. It's about a passion for the art regardless of means...

@Nostaticavvideo

3 жыл бұрын

I bet your plastic peizo horn tweeters would give Kens sparkly highs a run for his money.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@mysecond8581

3 жыл бұрын

@@Nostaticavvideo I can't hear anything past ~12k anyway.... :P

@TOM-C.

2 жыл бұрын

You finished your system eh, that's the understatement of the year. Audiophiles never stop seeking that live band/orchestra/voice in your room sound. All depends on money, but good sound can be had on the cheap as you have proven to yourself.

@aholder4471

2 жыл бұрын

I aint straight out of Compton, I'm straight out the trailer. Haha. Got to love NC. I'm in Catawba. Fellow poor audiophile. Do your thing that makes you happy. That's what makes life great. The pursuit of happiness.

Wow! A man with the very rare combination of technical expertise, dedication and the skills and money needed to fully realize his dream. I like his philosophy of life too. I would love to hear that system!

This room/house must be listed in UNESCO World Heritage List. So much passion, soul and heart! This is invaluable, period.

@jimreilly6933

Жыл бұрын

Agree !

@TheDNAGroup

9 ай бұрын

Sincerely.

@Joe-mz6dc

8 ай бұрын

Protect it.

@phillipmaloney5364

5 ай бұрын

It was parted out for pennies on the dollar after he died in 2022 - there's no market for a $2M stereo in a small old house in the suburbs.

@clinch4402

18 күн бұрын

Update: it's been taken apart by his sons following his death and sold for much less than it cost to build.

This was far more than I was expecting, I came here because I like a good sound system amd like to see what people have built, I came away utterly inspired, beyond the audio world. Thank you so much for sharing and I have faith that Ken will have time to listen to so many of his records, he has nothing left but the Opera to play. Best wishes from England.

@Jacobprogammer

Жыл бұрын

Sadly he has passed

@Gazarhya

Жыл бұрын

@@Jacobprogammer That is deeply saddening. My heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.

@justmeisthatok7990

8 ай бұрын

😢..condolences to his family. Seems to be a very loving man.

Truly exceptional Mr. Fritz. I tip my professional hat to you Sir. I have designed mega-sized world-class recording studios so I have a deep respect for your passion and results. You have taken electro-acoustics as a playback system into the stratosphere....another amazing dimension. I also caught a quick glimpse of your AMPEX ATR 102. A class act! Kind Regards, Michael K. Leader (Ex VP Studio Systems Division Electro-Voice) President: Leader Cinema Systems America

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@chuckhuang756

2 жыл бұрын

@@kenfritz3813 very inspiring and following through the process it a life journey that is what is all about. Thank you for sharing

@Deathrape2001

2 жыл бұрын

Recording $tudios sound like $hit, because they use horns, & all horns R krap, & NS10 & Auratones & other literal trash speakers 2 purposely sound like krap so they have an idea what their mix will sound like when played back on krap = LOL!!

Someone had to do it. I love this sort of madness, this man is one of a kind on a whole planet.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@PhilSilv3rs

3 жыл бұрын

Just wonderful to see such enthusiasm . Bravo Sir. May you have many many more years of listening pleasure.

@petethegreekre

3 жыл бұрын

@@kenfritz3813 Great, would love to see the videos. Good luck with your project Ken Fritz.

@iydkydg123

2 жыл бұрын

You are a true inspiration Ken. Thank you for being an amazing role model.

@ShadowlordDio

2 жыл бұрын

Do you really believe that the super millionaires that own the companies that build that components and stereo don't have rooms 100 times better than that one in their private islands mansions?

I think people underestimate how simply amazing truly high quality audio is and when they here it its astonishing. I couldnt imagine my life without having an amazing hifi set up! Hope he enjoys it!

@gabele2386

10 ай бұрын

Im getting my very first pair of Avantgarde Acoustic speakers in 2 weeks and in the last 35 years, I have never been more excited about a material possession. I have had so much fun, everyday, 15 years, with my Yamaha monitors. I cant even imagine, how much the AAs are going to bring joy into my house.

@WeeWeeJumbo

9 ай бұрын

@@gabele2386DON’T LEAVE US HANGING, HOW DID IT GO

@gabele2386

9 ай бұрын

@@WeeWeeJumbo Cried already 3 Times with Adele, Vivaldi and Dave Brubeck. Finally I cancelling sit down and dont Do anything Else but listening to music

@VeganCheeseburger

7 ай бұрын

People really don’t know what they’re missing…

A man after my own heart. So sad to hear he has passed R.I.P. and now know you're enjoying real heavenly music. 🙏

My brother used to skateboard in that room as mentioned at 5:54. Amazing to see it now. Well done Ken - great video Scott.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@markclason2717

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the skateboard story was an embellishment!

I love the look on his face at 2:01 when he sits down and the brilliant & pristine sound washes over & through him. That’s what makes all the research, expenditures and years of experimentation worthwhile.

So sorry to hear he passed away. I am so envious of that system he built, there's no way I could afford anything like it. I would love to have heard it. He built, lived and enjoyed his dream. Bravo sir!

@housbinpharteen7445

7 ай бұрын

I was just about to say life is so short .. you realize it at 50 yrs old ... and was gonna say i hope he lives longer to enjoy this hobby but he enjoyed it for 80 years ... so sad...

@ZedTee190

7 ай бұрын

@@housbinpharteen7445 Absolutely 100% agree with you. Whatever age you are - life is short but it's not until we get old that we realise it.

RIP Ken! I hope he had enough time to thoroughly enjoy the masterpiece he put together... What an amazing set up.

This man has the right idea. Everyone overlooks the room, and it is more important than the speakers honestly. And more expensive. The room is why the big expensive studios are so expensive. That's where most of the money went. The room.

@alexandre7634

2 жыл бұрын

agree 100%, but his room could sound better, carpet is actually a bad acoustic treatment 😅 it may be not so aesthetic but rockwool acoustic panels is way more efficient

@IUsedToBeAPygmy

2 жыл бұрын

That's why it's bizarre that he's putting all the gear in the listening room. Some of his gear even has fans internally. Take the noise outside to another room, just run cables into this room to the speakers.

@Milkmans_Son

2 жыл бұрын

@@IUsedToBeAPygmy What's bizarre is thinking someone with a turntable that weighs as much as a car would put up with any fan noise whatsoever.

@enneff

2 жыл бұрын

@@IUsedToBeAPygmy not to mention the two grandfather clocks at the front of the room!!

@harrisfrankou2368

2 жыл бұрын

Go to your Room!

This must be the 8'th wonder of the world! Pure astonishment from my side.

Some people are just on another level and Ken Fritz was one of them. What a beautiful person and I'm so glade that this documentary was made. So many life lessons to be gained from his story.

What a passionate, and generous man. The dedication that he had was incredible.

Such drive and passion and knowledge!! A man of good taste . I think most of us take our hat off to you. Special person in my book. I will never forget your name . Seem like a man with a great soul.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

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Having designed and helped built my own 4 way horn speakers, I can appreciate how Massive of an achievement this is - I don’t think 99.99% of people watching this realize how difficult this is to accomplish, on so many levels. Bravo!!!

@blasepopik5513

2 жыл бұрын

I have to agree . People don't understand the passion for one and 2 how it works. Lol

@cardiobroker

2 жыл бұрын

The crossover alone just blows my mind. Let alone the design and choosing drivers and spacing of them and so on. I can’t comprehend the organization and planning it takes to do this. I designed 2 ways that never got done. I even have some infinity big boys that just need a tweeter and can’t choose one that fits and also operates with the factory crossover. This dude earned every dollar he ever made I guarantee it. Amazing mind.

@lordeverybody872

2 жыл бұрын

How many levels would that be? I'm thinking two. The ones who do, and those who don't.

@rayRay-pw6gz

2 жыл бұрын

This guy built his dream and passion . Got to give him credit. I used 1989 carver amp and pre amp with Klipsch Forta ll speakers. When I heard a musicians finger slide down a steel guitar string , I knew I made the right choice . Sadly , the pre amp went on the friz several years ago . I switched to a 5 channel sound system , my hearing is not what it was .

@70athens

2 жыл бұрын

i disagree with you, i think 99% of the people realize how "Massive of an achievement" of waste of $ and mostly time this project is i would love to be his local sound engineer (or whatever its called), "sure Mr. Ken, thats a great idea, oh, and we sure can implement it for 280k" while inside he thinks "what a dumb donkey this dude is" and "my kids got a new computer, and a laptop, and a new tv, and ...." ROFLMAO

I really like this man and how he said “ when you get to do it one last time you don’t cut any corners “

30 years of work and you have become the epitome of the Maxwell Tape guy! Hell yeah, Captain & Commander Fritz... A life well lived. Godspeed, brother.

Ken Fritz, you are an inspiration. Thank you for making this video.

@betsyfritzlogan4093

3 жыл бұрын

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I have watched literally thousands of videos. This ranks among the best. God bless this man, this fine, sweet, super talented down to earth gentleman and his family.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

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Wow, I didn’t think that I’d get through this whole program, but I did! I love people like this.

As a fellow audiophile, I'd give a killing to hear this system. Beautiful work, Ken..

@-IE_it_yourself

Жыл бұрын

you are going to have to give a living for it.

I love how humble this man seems. He knows exactly how crazy it all is to most of you, but he didn't build any of it for you! He knew what he wanted and set coarse on the journey. But it sounds like his only regret is not slowing down long enough to smell the roses along the way. I wish the best Ken, that is one hell of a thing ya did there! Cheers man 🍻.

@ophello

2 жыл бұрын

It’s spelled “course”

@roarbertbearatheon8565

2 жыл бұрын

"I'm Ken Fritz and I believe I built the best stereo system in the world" An exceedingly humble statement

@brickstreetbakery

Жыл бұрын

@@roarbertbearatheon8565 dbl wanker

@consubandon

5 ай бұрын

Yes, humility. The kind Tchaikovsky had. That must be the take-away.

I could talk and listen to this guy for ages, love the dedication and passion, truly amazing. ❤

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

This is an amazing story! I am so glad he and his son shared it with all of us. Very inspiring!

What a passion this gentleman had. An inspiration.

I was lucky enough to work for Mark Levinson Audio back in 79' and 80'(which was about 4 years? before he started Krell) so I was on the cutting edge of this technology...the man was a PERFECTIONIST and his HQD System would literally take your breath away. Tom Colangelo was the Chief Design Engineer for Mark and Tom was a GENIUS...I can remember spending many nights and weekends working with him doing R&D. I know this man has a passion that few can understand let alone afford but good for him that he can do it...

55:00 Man, although I am far away from accomplishing much in life, to hear Mr Fritz utter those words, it gives me pure joy that he did. This man fulfilling his dream makes me happy

@iwazhear77

2 жыл бұрын

Start with a dream. You'd be surprised how many people don't have one.

@joshhickson7551

2 жыл бұрын

@@iwazhear77 I wish I had the drive to be a 100th of the man Mr Fritz is. I'm only 22 and I lost my passion for everything except for Jesus Christ and God after smoking too much weed. I don't think I'll ever be the same again after being a month sober. To all reading, use this as a warning. You can be like me, or you can have a real dream and follow it. I beg you take the latter option. I'm not even saying become a rich man, being purposefully poor and having dreams is possible too

@johnnyxmusic

Жыл бұрын

@@joshhickson7551 k Stick with it, and never give up on yourself. You have no idea how young you are, and how much you can accomplish. In your body and mind having incredible ability to heal themselves. Watch a little, David Goggins… He’ll kick your butt into shape.

It's really enjoyable to hear a person that truly knows what they are doing discuss what they love.

Ken you are amazing!!! I am past 76 and still learning every day.Thank you so much fr this wonderful opportunity.

I took a much simpler path by buying a fifteen watt tube integrated amp playing a 93db horn loaded speaker. To me that sound is heavenly but I certainly understand and appreciate his passion, Bravo!

This is literally what dreams are made of. I am totally fascinated and by this, and probably just as taken with the joy and passion I can feel listening to your explanation of it all.

This is amazing and kind of lonely and sad . I can relate . I imagine the thrill of the chase and the process of creation was at least as satisfying ( if not more ) as listening to the music . In the end it was all for nothing . Life is cruel to the dreamer . The most human audiophile I've ever heard .

It's great minds like Ken's who are to thank for things that make our lives easier and enjoyable. Their drive to create, build, get through obstacles, learn, and perfect are amazing. Thank God for people like Ken.

What an amazing home, an amazing room, an amazing stereo, amazing man and an amazing life! I love this dude and his philosophy on life! Truly inspiring!

I have never seen anything so moving, determination at the highest level, nothing is impossible! This video was absolutely amazing to watch, truly inspiring !

@betsyfritzlogan4093

3 жыл бұрын

I am Ken’s daughter. We are overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, we will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions we have received. We are also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

I have nothing but my utmost respect for that level of dedication and that level of understanding about how persistence and attention to detail amount to something so unique and special. This is truly something that needs to be conserved as a memory to this inspiring man.

What struck me in addition to the incredible work you did, is the humility shown in your interview. I respect you very much........

This is beyond impressive. I'd love to meet Ken and listen not only to the incredible Stereo system he built, but also to even more of the story and experience building it. I built my own home cinema in my house all alone and I know how much time and effort it takes to make even small parts things and details. Even though Ken's room is worlds beyond my cinema. Dear Ken, if you read this, I wish you all the best and many beautiful years with your music system and your family.

The depth of wisdom and knowledge in this man is an absolute joy to listen to. You know why this man is well off he has a wealth of knowledge and capabilities!!!

@Deathrape2001

2 жыл бұрын

Lot of mistakes in the design, like separating the mids = comb filtering problems. If U R thinking of 'mirror imaging' something 2 increase volume, a better solution is 2 use a bigger &/or more powerful driver instead, 2 keep the size 2 a minimum. Ideally everything would come from a 'point source' but the closer U can get 2 that the better, 4 'coherence' & 'imaging' =) I've heard lots of line arrays, & the BG panels & so on. These sound better just won't go as loud ~> paulrand.coolpage.biz/Images/Toobz!.jpg

"While they are impressive, what truly astounds is our ears capacity to discern such precise audio."

At first I thought he was just a rich guy that bought all the stuff custom made, but it turns out he constructed most of the stuff himself, so... hats off!

I'm crying...out of joy, of respect, of awe... ...best story I've ever heard and watch. Simply amazing. This video SHOULD be a requirement on schools to graduate. I mean...this video teaches life, period.

@j-dub8558

Жыл бұрын

Well stated 👏

Man, I was not expecting having to pause this a few times to collect myself near the end. Forget the audio, forget the clamps. Thank you for the collection.

I love you Ken....I'm an electrical engineer and involved in stereos for 63 years! I built my first speakers when I was 15, in a homemade tuned acoustic maze enclosure, 3/4" plywood, walnut veneer, 12 Woofer, tweeter and midrange...kind of Bose design before there was a Bose. I wound up with AR3a... You have great description and video....I truly LOVE YOU!

What a Documentary, What a Legend, What a Legacy, an absolute masterpiece. I was so excited when you picked the sample track to play. I was smiling from ear to ear knowing full well i would never hear what you will experience but I was so excited. I can't begin to imagine the quality of the system paired perfectly with the room, its as if the whole room plus the system is at one.

That was amazing. I just stopped working and may retire and I particularly listened to, and loved this mans reflection on his journey, past present and future. Fascinating.

When the guy asked him how much his turntable costs fritz responded politely with a non direct yet personal response without mentioning an actual dollar amount for his specific table. That tells me Fritz is a very down to earth guy who's mentally is based in reality given his personal wealth. He doesn't brag, and he knows not everyone is as lucky as he is. Good man.

@ZarDocKs

2 жыл бұрын

Good comment beside that luck? I don’t know if money is equal to luck

@cainification

2 жыл бұрын

@@ZarDocKs most successful people who have worked hard to earn their money will still admit that they have been blessed with a fair amount of luck.

@lordeverybody872

2 жыл бұрын

I think the interviewer is his related to him. In the credits they have the same last name, coincidence 🤔

@ngrrplz

2 жыл бұрын

@@lordeverybody872 nah.. Just luck.

@IbrahimHoldsForth

2 жыл бұрын

@@ngrrplz lol

What a beautiful human being to have walked amongst us. Such a treat.

Rest in Peace mr. Fritz you realised your dream. I enjoyed this document of a man with so much passion, thank you !

This is the best story of one man working toward his goal with his own two hands I’ve ever come across. Great job sir!

I have been reading as much as I can about Ken and his room and audio system. I am simply in awe....blown away. He used the same equipment I would have used in my own dream system, it's just that mine will only remain a dream. I'm so glad to see Ken has achieved this, and hope he Can enjoy it for a while yet. Bless you, Ken, you are an amazing man with an amazing mind and ability.

What a stunning, beautiful story.

Outstanding I watched this whole documentary and it was just so inspiring from a person who loves music and the reproduction of it thank you sir for showing it to the world and would be honored to hear it live that would be a dream come true in itself

What an incredible and inspiring man. Hats off to you Ken.

When thinking about the world's most expensive sound room you expect weird eggshell walls. I love that it's an aesthetic normal looking room with grandfather clocks and nice decorations

Simply put . . . absolutely amazing, the man, the system, the achievements.

What an incredibly lovely person Really happy he slowed down enough to ‘smell the roses’ 🙏🏻

This is one of the most beautiful things I have seen on KZread… The lengths this amazing man has gone through to achieve what he wanted is simply inspirational. No words are kind enough to say what I think of this man. Thank you for sharing this amazing story. I will go back to my in ear headphones now and pretend I am sat in that room :)

I can't even explain the level of pure audiophile geekdom and joy I got from this doc.Absolute excellence!!!

Such & well-spoken & interesting gentleman to listen to. The dedication & patience is on another level. So sad to hear that he passed away only last year.

I would love to see this in person! As a VA native, and avid music lover, this is beautiful. Love this man!! So proud of what you have done

⚠️ THIS VIDEO CONTAINS LIFE LESSONS! ⚠️

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

When the Gods want to listen to music they go to Ken's place.

@ErikGenerik76

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheJohnsofDoes ha. That room is perfectly treated. Giant speakers for a giant room. Please sir, stick to your bose system.

@Coneman3

3 жыл бұрын

He built the room for great audio. Knocking what this guy has done can only come from ignorance or envy.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

@MK-rn2hm

3 жыл бұрын

If I have another life, I wish to be like Ken in it.

@MattePurple1

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheJohnsofDoes You salty as hell for no reason. I'm sure his acoustics are more than adequate. (Edit: You didn't even watch the video; he talks about the room characteristics in-depth.)

How inspiring! I don't have the money or the circumstance to emulate your system, but like you I can dream, and in my own humble way emulate your quest for audio perfection

Such an incredibly fascinating and moving story. I wish I could have the opportunity to meet Ken, he seems like he was such a tender and bright soul. Rest easy, and enjoy the sounds of the heavens, Ken 💗

“I m Ken Fritz and I believe I have built the best stereo in the world!” Hands Down! Inspiration to create what you will with your hands and your head and never let anyone or anything get in the way of your dream. I vote for National Register Status so it is never taken down! Thank you Mr Fritz!

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

Love this guy. His passion and knowledge is incredible, you can tell he’s at peace knowing this system is his legacy.

@kenfritz3813

3 жыл бұрын

I am overwhelmed by the comments, questions and words of encouragement! Should you wish to communicate further or have a question, please send an email to onemansdreamkenfritz@gmail.com. Over the next few weeks, my daughter and I will begin creating and posting short videos on KZread that will address some of the questions I have received. I am also excited to share other projects we are working on. Happy listening!

Superb. Not what I was expecting. BRAVO. Glad you found the balance control soon enough. Many find it elusive. Enjoy! Thank you for sharing a masterpiece.

Spectacular, what a wonderful experience it must be. I understand the passion and it's a beautiful thing. Just listening to the technical expertise and excitement in his voice is a joy to hear. What a wonderful story, thank you for sharing this with us. Edit: I read in the comments that Mr. Fritz has passed. Heartbreaking to hear but so glad to have seen this and know the story and read the comments about this wonderful man. Rest in peace and music Mr. Fritz.