HiFi and Home Theater Livestream with Andrew and Kristi - EP 14

🙏 Thank you for joining us! We do this monthly, EVERY THIRD THURSDAY. OPEN the description BELOW to see ALL of the topics covered. For links 🛍 & gear mentioned, check the PINNED COMMENT!

✴️ TOPICS
0:00 Stream begins
1:48 Anthem/Arcam/Sony receivers
3:29 MartinLogan
3:58 Technics speaker review
4:58 Cambridge Audio turntable review
7:00 New Klipsch
7:47 💔 Sending love to Thomas
10:00 Samsung S95B TV
12:39 Magnat
13:45 New Sony ES receivers
16:38 Older Yamaha amps
18:27 Did I damage my speaker using it out of phase?
20:05 Emotiva vs Crown
22:14 Is Dolby Atmos music worth it?
23:41 Amp for Klipsch 600M
26:02 Amp for Monitor Audio speakers
27:40 Are Topping amps as good as $10K amps
33:18 Amp for Polk R700 with Sony receiver
35:05 Integrated Amp under $1000
39:03 LG C2 vs Sony X95K
40:19 Amp for HECO
40:52 Klipsch Sevens and Nines
41:46 Adding an Emotiva Amp to Audiolab 6000A
43:24 Sonos Amp vs Powernode
45:42 Is Kristi real?
45:57 Amp for Focal Aria
46:39 Samsung Q990B soundbar
47:37 Naim Supernait 3
50:11 Onkyo RZ50 with B&W in ceilings
50:27 Bluesound N130
51:47 Nakamichi Dragon review
55:01 Are R700s really good?
57:41 Speakers for Pass Labs
59:36 Atmos for difficult rooms
1:02:18 Reviewing full speaker lines
1:04:48 Should I buy a new turntable or cartridge
1:05:12 Amp for B&W Signature
1:07:30 Older B&W for home theater
1:08:40 Wharfedale amp/receiver pairings
1:10:12 Receivers with Independent Sub Outs
1:11:33 Speakers for Decware Amp
1:14:27 $300 Budget for Home Theater Speakers
1:16:11 My personal reference setup
1:18:45 Lyngdorf
1:19:27 Upgrading to new Sony receivers
1:22:09 Speakers for NAD
1:23:42 Polk vs Jamo
1:24:17 Polk vs Tekton
1:26:01 Polk vs Focal
1:26:35 Marantz with KEF R3
1:28:08 Totem speakers
1:29:29 Monoblocks / GoldenEar
1:31:48 Upgrading for Clarity
1:33:32 Technics G700
1:33:55 HomePods
1:34:18 In Ceiling Speakers
1:36:37 KEF LSX for desktop
1:37:00 Lintons vs Mission 700
1:37:46 PS Audio
1:38:09 AMC new ticket pricing
1:43:33 Jamo upgrade
1:44:08 Vintage Speaker reviews
1:45:52 Starting a Movie Review channel (TÁR)
1:49:11 Is Decware worth the wait
1:50:31 Using in ceilings as rear surrounds
1:52:02 Home Theater for gaming
1:53:23 Center Speaker designs
1:54:32 Sony HT-A7000
1:57:37 Parasound for Logan speakers
1:58:35 Subwoofer for small room
1:59:45 Classe
2:02:38 Repair or buy a new turntable
2:05:20 Center Speaker Designs
2:07:27 Tube amps for a warmer sound
2:08:14 QA Concept 50s
2:09:46 KEF vs REL subs
2:15:10 Physical media vs streaming movies
2:17:52 DIRAC vs Anthem room correction
2:18:50 Amp for Martin Logans
2:19:13 Reviewing SVS / Dealing with brands and manufacturers
2:30:01 Emotiva MR-1 / HDMI 2.1
2:36:18 Getting real about this business
2:43:03 KEF R3 Meta review
2:43:42 Viewers impact on reviews
2:44:20 Completing Forte IV set up
2:45:46 Sign off
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HiFi and Home Theater Livestream with Andrew and Kristi - EP 14
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[andrewrobinsonreviews]

*Getting close to having all the chapters noted. Due to character limits in the Desx, here are links to most of the products covered.*

[andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thanks to everyone who joined us today! We'll see you on the next one!

[Z]

I’ve said it many times before but it bears repeating, I’m always entertained and informed by your channel. Just the last half-hour dialog was worth the price of admission. I appreciate ALL the hard work you two do. Thanks so much. Do what you have to do to “keep the lights on. “

[maxpower-]

Deepest thoughts and condolences to our fellow community member Thomas. So sorry for your loss.

[michaelrose]

I appreciate the wisdom, integrity and empathy that is clearly conveyed on your channel. In addition, the production value is very pleasing.

[SloopVicB]

Please.. never bend a knee. I love y’all’s honesty. ❤

[grechan]

I didn't tune in for a ton of this live, but I thought you handled the unexpected moment with grace and aplomb. In the end, you have to embrace the notion that you've created a community where people are comfortable laying themselves bare. That means you get hammered on from time to time and that you end up with a moment like that, which upon reflection I hope feels good. I'm a university professor and live something of this - students will kill me in a minute if they don't agree with what I say BUT from time to time a student lays themselves bare and it's extraordinary. So, good work.

Project X2
Pass Aleph Ono
Pass Aleph Pre
First Watt F2
Polk SDA 2a

[davonfranklin]

The “Subwoofer Rant” was definitely needed. That bit of knowledge is why I listen/watch your channel.

[sharadhsrivastava]

Chapter markers are a big help Kristy! Thanks a ton for what you both do ❤️

[extectic]

I really hope all reviewers tell SVS to take a flying leap; if they want editorial control they can just go without reviews. I want unbiased reviews where the reviewer gives me information that's as close to objective as they can get - I'm not looking for a paid mouth piece. Glad you sent their stuff back; integrity matters. Which apparently SVS needs some reminders on. I came to this video from an SVS sub review of yours and it was positive; I was looking for one since I considered one of their subs. Now, I'm not sure. I may still go ahead, but now I have a sour taste to go with it.

[_alifeallmine_]

Much respect to you guys, your honesty and frankness is what keeps us coming back. Don’t care about the ads, it’s common sense it’s part of picture in keeping you on the air. More power to you in keeping true to your principals in the face of the pressure of unscrupulous companies who clearly have no ethics. All the best.

[FatFolksProductions]

Much respect for your honesty in regard to the issues you had with SVS. I have 2 words for you guys... "F**K drop! Love this channel, keep up the great work!!

[zebratroopfan]

The comments about SVS was very disheartening. I've followed them and Outlaw from the very beginning. Both companies had a us against the world mentality and were not afraid to be compared to the big boys back in the day. I found your channel because I was looking at the Prime Ultra Powered speaker. I watched your review and thought it was fair. I don't care that Kristi thought it was ugly at all. Taste is subjective.I liked the fact that it had all the connectivity I needed. I have to say that my purchase is now on pause. When, SVS was dependent on direct sales I never sensed this type of attitude from the company. Their representatives were always active in all the forums and didn't shrink from critique. I don't think any different of B &W because of your 6 series review and I didn't think any less of SVS until now. Please keep doing what you do

[Brett]

Most real audio reviewers! Andrew your honesty never fails to amaze me! The last portion of the video is golden!

[jozefserf]

2:19:05 It is unfortunate that SVS Prime doesn't seem to value the rules of fair play when it comes to reviewing.

Thanks for the honesty here. Without a modicum of trust this entire business of reviewing is worthless.

[michaellatta]

Since Covid the only movie I can think of worth getting excited about watching is Top Gun Maverick. But, I can name many series: For All Mankind, The Peripheral, The Diplomat, Reacher to name a few.

[SuperJam]

Appreciate your honest feedback and reviews!

[chemicallust]

Sometimes it's easy to get complacent with regular business contacts...I have a good handful of regular customers that invite me out to dinner and other outings, and I have to decline in order to maintain the professional relationship...avoid the "getting to know you" part of a relationship dynamic despite the fact that they may be really cool people to hang out with...the situation with SVS is very disappointing...that level of arrogance will eventually ruin the company if they don't get a reality check...it's a very competitive market and they're not going to always be on top.

[LovelyDoetje]

Because of this I will not buy svs. Also allready own 2 REL TX9's. Had Emotiva on the possible list for a poweramp. Now I will look elsewhere, there are many brands in the world that will be as good as or even better. So no lost there. Do what you do and keep doing it. That is why we watch. Good luck hiring a help.

[geraldmcmullon]

B&W PV1 won awards so often that some mags stopped giving them to sub-woofers. I don't need it for stereo music (not set up for stereo sources), but it is the sixth channel in surround. My floor standing Meridian active speakers are 30-20k with the fronts 20-20k. BTW on repairs etc. The PV1 stopped working. I purchased it second hand. B&W sent me a box to pack it and a courier to take it away and fixed it for a reasonable fixed price. If repair was not possible they would sent me a fully refurbished one at no extra cost! That is service.