Audiophiles are INSANE (and I am one of them) | Munich High-End 2023 review

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[SteveGuttenbergAudiophiliac]

Great episode! I didn't know about the noise issues at the Munich show! Thanks for pointing that out, one more reason for me not to go. And thanks for the shout out.

[johnenglishIII]

I like how this video is 50% excellent information on the inner workings of the hi-fi world, and 50% the "old man yells at cloud" meme from the simpsons

[jirihorsky]

About those hyper-expensive loudspeakers: maybe an impression video about one of these speakers roughly once a year just to provide some perspective as to how much better/not that much better it really gets. Then again, it might be eating into time for more "realistic" videos. That is for John to decide, really.

[AudioTnT]

John, you ARE the Future of Fi. Typical hifi reviewers from mainstream audio mags are bald men in their 60s or beyond. I'd rather have you tells us of innovative products coming from smart designers rather than uber-expensive 2 channel stuff chasing the ultra-riche niche...mere refinements of old-tech, e.g. cone speakers, turntables. This video was worth 40 min of my time. 👍👍

[FireMunki]

Loved that phrase "Stay happy with what I have!". That's so true. Listening to stuff outside your price bracket can only lead to heartbreak and regret. Being happy with what you have and focusing on the music has to be the No.1 focus. I love your thinking.

[blastfromtheeast]

I am interested to know your thoughts on how much better a €85k speaker sounds compared to more affordable speakers costing ~US$2 - 10k

[TheTwistedrider]

Your focus on entry level and dare I say it "affordable" equipment is one reason I followed your channel. I know affordable is different for everyone, but you do well covering a range of products across various price points.
Keep up the good work but I don't think we would be too upset with an occasional review of the Lamborghini priced items.

[Chris.from.]

John, your title reminds me of the old story about two Quaker elders who were walking one day, discussing the state of the world. One stopped, turned, to his friend, and said, “Brother, all the world is insane but me and thee, and sometimes I have my doubts about thee.” P.S. Thanks for your videos, podcasts, Instagram, and your website. I enjoy them all! 🎉❤

[piero_]

I enjoyed your thoughts on this show. For me, it's really no different to an art exhibition: lots of very expensive and interesting looking objects that serve absolutely no practical purpose.

[dannybourne_]

*John, please don't change. Your style of presentation is excellent* Also, please remain within 10k gear as always on this channel.

[hfvienna]

As a visitor and blogger I must say, this is one of the best coverages of a Munich show I ever watched. Fantastic holistic view of this monster and the advantages of conversations on the show. Thx a lot for this and also the insides of your production reality.

[michaelemmett]

Hey John I have been trying to work out why it's so easy for me to watch your videos right to the end regardless of the Today I realised why, it's because you make your channel's experience so Something rarely

[SmallChurch]

Hi John - this is one of the *best* videos you've made since I started watching/followingsubscribing to your YouTube Channel over 3 years ago. So informative, objective, honest, balanced & fair... Tremendous effort!! [P.S. A big *no* to you wasting your valuable time re; 80, 000 Euro spkr. reviews, my tuppence-worth]. Cheers from Japan! G. (ex-Scotland).

[Jnda]

I Think it's important to keep your focus on "affordable" hifi. Quite often I have noticed price creep occur with youtube reviewers and in some cases they have become irrelevant to me. I'm not saying that there can't be exceptions, but I do believe it serves the average subsciber better to maintain some sort of constant affordability level.

[ricardovalles]

Holy crap! 2 meters, Darko is an absolute unit.

[Pawor]

A review of more expensive speaker(s) could shed some light on what the consumer is is paying for. Other reviewers do it whether it's cars or watches.

[WietsedeJong]

Just do 1 pair of 80k speakers. Just for shits and giggles..

[javierjones]

i loved the doors closing John 🤣.. love your sense of humor. Excellent video too.

[HeavyBeats]

It drove me nuts how many people were talking in The rooms at axpona.

[JayKerr]

Fantastic video John. Great insight as always. I could listen to you blather on about Roon and speakers all day long. 😊