Most Hyped Speaker of the Year? Buchardt S400ii Review - Does it Live Up?

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[mjstealey]

Happy to see some more expensive gear trickling into your reviews. Not because I'll ever be in the position to afford it, but rather to have established data points when you're making comparisons to more value minded options. 
If the Buchardt's hit like a leather baseball bat on the Mcintosh setup, then I might be happy with a naugahyde whiffle ball bat when something at my price point comes along. 
Appreciated as always Randy, Thanks!

[garywright]

I bought these speakers and they are wonderful, however I had to return them due to ill health. Buchardt were AMAZING in helping me out with the return and I honestly cannot speak highly enough of them. These are good people who care about their customers, and the speakers are incredible for the price.

[williameuler]

I’m in love with these, but can’t do 2 grand atm. I’ve watched all reviews on these, all very good, but your review, Randy, was the most insightful and honest, you actually pointed out a few flaws. One day I hope to be listening to these speakers. Keep it up Randy, your killing it.

[oohmeconkers]

I’ve recently purchased the P300’s. I went for the 300 in place of these as I read a review saying that the 400’s only worked better with superior sources and amplification..
I agree with everything you say. My room is medium sized and the speakers are probably not in the best place… however they really do open up the music. Love the channel Randy and greetings from the UK

[MrTabacon]

Nice review, and glad to see that for the money they performed as well as they did. Info on the crossover was helpful, was hoping to see how they were braced internally since I'm sure that's a piece of the puzzle.

[leoalex]

Oh my god I love the warning in the beginning 😂

[CreativityJohn]

Great video. Loads of information, clearly expressed. And, you crack me up so it all adds up to an informative entertaining few minutes.

[jimx]

You're best review to date IMO. Nicely done!

[gewamser]

I don’t know if you get a chance to read these, but I just wanted you to know, that the $15 DAC I bought on your recommendation continues to amaze me! Especially when I record a “hi-def” album off Amazon Music onto CD on a TEAC professional grade recorder. Then play back on a good blue-ray through the DAC: the improved sound all across the board is palatable. 10% to 15% gain in fidelity at least. I have a great vintage system: Kyrocera 561 into 4 Heresy’s…the highs like cymbals ring more, sound more “real” the voices and horns crisp and clear, the bass deeper and more thumpy. I am a serious listener, but retired on a fixed income so the $ saved here and the result represents an incredible audio value. Thanks!

[rlowes]

Great review Randy. Love the change up in format, and the B-roll looked very nice indeed. Would be curious to compare with the 1TD-X as well if that’s possible. Thanks.

[therealboofighter]

3:53 the perspective is wild in that shot. With the slope of the bottom and the angle that they are sitting at. Tripping

[mcjonner]

Would like a comparison with the critons in that video :) I think it's fair game to start comparing diy once the speakers get to be more expensive than the kit to showcase the quality of the kit. I don't think it'll steal alot of business away from manufacturers, whoever decides to build the kit was probably somewhat interested in diy already and not understanding how they compare is what holds many back so those videos and comparisons could be very inspiring for the right person to finally pull the trigger on a project.

[mctous]

Polk R700 towers vs. Buchardt S400 Mk. II would be a good shootout, both just over $2K/pr.

[philhughes]

Leather baseball bat. 5 stars. Another honest and very helpful review, sir.

[Ivy]

Thank you Randy for your hard work, your reviews are a real value!

[jonuiuc]

The big camparo I think people would wanna see is the CSS audio.

[gg]

Great review! I'd compare these to the Ascend Acoustics Sierra 2ex. That would be interesting, but I know you don't have them. The Lintons, maybe? Lookin' forward to the comparison, no matter what the other models will be.

[Felicianov]

Sounds like a great speaker. Keep them coming! Can’t wait for the speaker shoot out!

[twistyflora]

I'd get the finished/upgraded CSS Criton 1-TDX from Michigan, long before I got the Bucharest S400ii. Similarly priced, easy to replace parts, and much more affordable to power since the CSS is an 8 ohm load.

[thewinir]

I’ll throw my vote for a Criton 1TDX comparison! Your videos probably sold hundreds of kits for CSS, me included-it would be awesome to hear your thoughts!