This was the review and comparison I have been waiting for! (as an LS50 Meta owner longing for a livelier sound) Thanks!
@buttonman18317 ай бұрын
I appreciate a reviewer that can point out the qualities of a product but can say one is better than the other. Too many reviewers are wish washy.
@RennieAsh7 ай бұрын
That just means able to state their opinion, with these subjective reviews. Even with some objective reviews, what is "better" ?
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
@@RennieAshit’s not really subjective when the gulf is quite big. Also you can get an element of objective views by consensus. Also what of the people on here and others who have said they think the GoldenEars the better speaker? I’ve counted 6 so far who agree with me. Particularly those who have no ego and have tried both against each other and are not just KEF owners. Opposingly that’s motivating lots of these comments, no doubt and anyone who doesn’t recognise this ego can come in is misguided. I’ve got none at all as I own the KEFs and I’d much prefer for my own ego that the brx speakers were not better. Also would you just prefer a review that makes everything the same? A Robin Reliant the same as a bmw 3 series…..then watch me try and keep a straight face like some hifi reviews. Clearly that’s ridiculous.
@pierremartin90487 ай бұрын
Your reviews are most excellent. Well done.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@net_news7 ай бұрын
SPOT ON!! I have the BRXs and the OG LS50s and you described them perfectly, the analogy between digital and analog is perfect! BRXs are more dynamic, more fun and they image like crazy in my humble opinion even more than the LS50s.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Thanks very much for your comments 😀🎼
@korling996 ай бұрын
I appreciate this channel in this genre, definitely a favorite. I’ve bought at least a couple things based on the reviews here.
@13thnotehifireviews75 ай бұрын
Hopefully they checked out with your view.
@normrubio7 ай бұрын
I auditioned these and ended up going way overkill and picked up to the One.R. The tweeters GE is using are outstanding. I didn’t understand what other reviewers meant by “airy” but then I heard cymbals on them…wow. The bass is fast and very well defined.
@perlman73767 ай бұрын
Well done. Since loudspeakers are all about compromise, I know I would prefer the KEF. My ideal speaker is the one that puts me in Carnegie Hall 15 rows back and dead center listening to a Mahler or Bruckner symphony. But that's just me. And that's who I'm buy the speakers for.
@net_news7 ай бұрын
mmmm, my humble advice is: give both a try before you buy if possible. If you like Mahler the dynamics of the BRXs will make you happier... LS50s are pretty dull speakers, they excel with Jazz, small ensembles and vocal centered music but they fall short for the "big sound" of classical, they lack dynamics.
@countdebleauchamp7 ай бұрын
First review of yours I've seen; well done.
@Nick-sk1qp7 ай бұрын
Another great review, BRX seems to be a good value for a quality product. Keep them coming your analysis and comparison to similar price/quality speakers in highly valued. 🎉
@Johnd3s6 ай бұрын
Just purchased an Atoll SDA200 Signature and even though the sound through my Kef LS50 sound really good I feel a new speaker upgrade is now on the cards. Simon, your review of the BRX is perfect timing as these are on my short list. Many thanks, John
@13thnotehifireviews76 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@larryh95257 ай бұрын
As someone who owns the KEFs I very much enjoyed this review. Just by looking at the BRX, they strike me as a speaker that would work well in a slightly larger room than the KEFs. The KEFs do an excellent job on many types of music but seem to be better suited to classical, Jazz, or soft rock. Also, the KEFs are excellent for movies and traditional TV material as I don't find myself reaching for the remote to adjust the volume on dialog. Over the holidays here in the US, the KEFs were being sold for $999 and the powered versions were selling for $1,999. While I'm sure the BRX is as excellent as your review indicates, it's hard for the BRX to compete with a complete system in a box for the same price.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Maybe regarding larger rooms but I don’t think the KEFs are better suited to classical, jazz and soft rock. Maybe our egos in buying the KEF’s. The resolution and transients of the GoldenEars makes them appealing to this type of music still. I’d personally agree the soundstaging might be a reason to buy the KEF’s for home cinema. Obviously the kefs are gonna be cheaper for home cinema. I don’t tend to comment really as I’m mainly 2ch although I have asked to try a projector so that might change 😀
@larryh95257 ай бұрын
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I'm only running the KEFs in a two-channel system. As far better suited for the type of music, you have the benefit of having both to do a direct comparison. I would classify myself as a casual listener at lower volume, so the traits you bring up might not have the same impact for me. Having seen a few teardown videos of the KEF, it appears that the money was spent on the engineering, not necessarily on the components, so at $1,600 they're making a small fortune and could easily leave the price at $999. The bottom line is if I were more focused on listening intently, the points you bring up would likely have me upgrading. Cheers.
@bani_niba7 ай бұрын
Thanks for a fair review for GoldenEar BRX's. GoldenEar is very under-rated as a brand, especially on your side of the pond.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Yes they are!
@phx2jrl17 ай бұрын
I have the Goldenear Triton II and enjoy them very much. Relative bargain.
@Niberspace7 ай бұрын
I'm glad u mentioned the price difference in different countries, it's weird how wildly different brands differ for different regions. Here in NZ some brands like SVS are way overpriced whereas some like KEF are typically underpriced (compared to other regions)
@stuartlindsay45897 ай бұрын
Great review Simon, honest to the core.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Thanks very much Stu. Hope you are doing ok.
@thetrumanshow47914 күн бұрын
In a very small small room, I currently have KEF Q150 speakers for my main front L and R, in a Marantz SR6015 AVR 3.1.4 system. Would these be an upgrade over my KEF Q150? If so, how much of an upgrade? Thanks!
@weeooh17 ай бұрын
Excellent, well articulated review.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@fredemny33044 ай бұрын
Excellent review Simon, but too much farting around with visuals and sound at the start. Stick to the nitty gritty.
@13thnotehifireviews73 ай бұрын
What’s so messed up in this industry is that the reason why I do these creative flourishes is because I’m associating creativity, which is music with hifi, with my videos. For people to say don’t fart around a) diminishes an understanding of the effort that goes in and b) more importantly, that somehow my audience don’t associate creative video with this creative element of music and hifi. Sometimes I just wonder who the hell are the people who are into hifi.
@fredemny33043 ай бұрын
@@13thnotehifireviews7 I hear what you're saying, but I can't agree. People want to hear your honest, and excellent, reviews. The farting around is superfluous.
@mrrichard18492 ай бұрын
Many thanks for this nice analysis. I'm planning to buy the GoldenEar BRX. It would very kind you to confirm I'won't have any problem wit Amp. NUPRIME A300 SE (150W4ohms/200Wohms). Anticipated thanks. (Sorry for my english ... I''m french speaking).
@michaelbooth60077 ай бұрын
If price is a factor then Golden Ear make the 'Aon 3' which has the same format as the BRX but the main driver + passive rads are larger making the low bass cut off at -37hz. Similar sound quality but more bass and lower price but appearance not as nice as the BRX. I have a pair of Aon 3's myself but am enjoying Kali In8's ( pro tri amped active speaker ) which costs less that either Golden Ear models but suffers slightly, down to appearance.
@nealivers74792 ай бұрын
Was wondering...how would the BRX work, if also employed in a Home Theater set up...with say, four of them, matched to a GE center and Sub?? Dynamics, Clarity...etc ? Thoughts? Loved your review, and thanks
@13thnotehifireviews72 ай бұрын
Thanks, personally I’ve always thought that for really loud home cinema you don’t want speakers that are as forward so maybe definitive technology or speakers like Kef ls50 meta, as the treble could become grating as you turn volume up. That said you could dial it out with the receiver , av processor etc. depends if using the speakers for 2channel as well. The choices, the choices….
@nealivers74792 ай бұрын
Thanks - Trying to find that "one trick pony" that can kinda do it all...some two-channel music listening, while also being able to handle some Home Theater duties, as well. Don't know if I should do speakers that handle ATMOS, etc...as they'd bring even more to the table. I heard FOCALs at AXPONA (Chicago) last year...they were really nice. Quality stuff those FOCAL speakers
@stuharrison12 ай бұрын
Great review Simon. What would you choose between Buchardt S400 m2 and these BRX…cheers
@13thnotehifireviews72 ай бұрын
Thank you. I would choose the brx very easily. More accurate, more precision, better resolution.
@stuharrison12 ай бұрын
@@13thnotehifireviews7 Thanks for the reply. You are helping to narrow down the next investment ;)
@wFullSnakeOilHighMileageSynthe7 ай бұрын
Honest always thank you.
@andrehendrik7 ай бұрын
Great review -- thanks
@venosepticgaming38647 ай бұрын
heey quick question ( if anyone knows or if you know 13th Note HiFi Reviews ) how does thies GoldenEar BRX stack up again Sonus Faber Sonetto II ? :)
@cpg80005 ай бұрын
Sounds like the golden ear speakers might be a good option for those of us that like to listen to music at relatively lower volumes. As well as perhaps using these for HT application.
@13thnotehifireviews75 ай бұрын
I’d definitely agree with your former point, though for home cinema personally I’d prefer something a little more tonally relaxed so you can have it higher volume
@cpg80005 ай бұрын
@@13thnotehifireviews7 thank you for the perspective. I think you are absolutely correct on both accounts. Love your channel, and thank you for bringing consistent excellent reviews. Best regards
@mtkreger7 ай бұрын
It's a shame about the LS50 Metas... regarding the rolled-off treble. That is why I returned them, shortly after buying them, some time ago. I am a drummer, and I couldn't get over how cymbals, particularly, didn't have a realistic sound with the KEFs. It's really a shame, as the LS50 Metas are so great in other areas. Interestingly, I did read up on the Golden Ear speakers back then...and was intrigued. I just never listened to them. While returning the KEFs, I decided to put more money towards speakers to ensure that I would be happy for years to come. Considering your comments, on the soundstage of the Golden Ear speakers, those wouldn't have been a good fit for me.
@JoseFerreira-zb7wh6 ай бұрын
Do you prefer these or the dynaudio emit 20 that you've already reviewed in the channel? What are the main differences in sound quality alone? Thank you in advance
@13thnotehifireviews75 ай бұрын
These , more gutsier stronger dynamic performers and accuracy
@dougg10757 ай бұрын
Nice
@mehmetcamat44587 ай бұрын
May be you can also compare the GoldebEar BRX to KEF R3 Meta as well which in this case KEFs are slightly more expensive but not that much at all
@newardthelman68717 ай бұрын
The LS50 Meta's have been one sale for the last 2 months for $1000.00 here in the US.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
It’s a good price but they only tend to do that in new year to encourage sales. I’ve seen BRX in uk for £1300. They are usually £1700
@mikemaffeo47893 ай бұрын
4 ohm or 8 ohm ??
@fletchermunson62257 ай бұрын
My classic Proac Response 1SC/fe speakers also have a lip at the bottom and they are stunning. I seriously doubt that thee is any detrimental effects from the cabinet design. Seems like another audiophile boogie man issue wherein internet key pounders think they know more than the speaker designer.
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
In fairness to Steve G I was careful in the sense I used the word postulate (postulate - suggest or assume the existence, fact, or truth of (something) as a basis for reasoning, discussion, or belief). Discussion being the operative word here….He didn’t actually say it would or does cause issues and I only mentioned it for GoldenEar’s benefit to dispel the armchair commenters who might then put someone else off considering trying them. 😀
@fletchermunson62257 ай бұрын
Thanks for the vocabulary lesson but I do have an education. 🙂@@13thnotehifireviews7
@kingtubby9997 ай бұрын
In the uk the GoldenEar are at least twice as much as the LS50 Meta.. A fairer comparison is with the Kef R3 Meta surely?
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
I do research before each video, quite a bit goes into this. The kefs are £1200 and goldenears £1700 as I clearly said in the video, and if people are quick you can get a pair from audiologica for £1300…I researched and contacted them too! 😀
@MrPigeonaids7 ай бұрын
size and sound wise more comparable to R3
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
@MrPigeonaids the ls50 meta is closer in size to the GoldenEar than the GoldenEar is in size to the KEF R3 meta. It’s only really the depth of the GoldenEars over the ls50 meta and it’s not by a lot. The BRX have that narrow front baffle I mentioned and certainly if you were placing these on stands or the KEFs on stands, neither is really going to trouble over space requirements in respect to each other.
@kingtubby9997 ай бұрын
@@13thnotehifireviews7 The Kef LS50 meta is £899 from all sorts of places. The Kef R3 Meta is £1899 this is comparable to the Golden ear
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
I went and have to go off the MRRP’s because lots of these dealers are undercutting the brands own prices which they won’t like particular when KEF want to sell direct too from their website. Additionally they often will go back to normal price and review has to stand test of time. In some respects they are equal or nearly so in the UK as Audiologica are currently (at time of review) selling BRX’s for £1300. But my point is the KEFs are comparative to the BRX’s in many places in the states and this video is not just for people in the UK. So yes the BRX are comparative to the GokdenEar BRX in some places. Do you own the KEF, hence your post…
@Niberspace7 ай бұрын
I don't get it, I bought mine 1.5 years ago and they sound bad, I've compared them to all other speakers I have and both me and my friends all agree that all my other speakers sound way better (and those are way cheaper too). The build quality upclose just screams low-end budget (even the logo is this super ugly sticker that looks like it belongs on a 20$ speaker). I've tried to sell them but no one wants them so I'm still hoping to one day discover some setup/room where they sound good
@Tendervittle7 ай бұрын
Wish you were my neighbor
@TriAmpHiFi7 ай бұрын
6:52 About the Frequency response of 42Hz to 25kHz......................... This is entirely misleading without acknowledging the curve. It may get to 42Hz but it will be so many dB down it'll be inaudible, useless, pointless, ineffectual etc. Looking at the curve, the GoldenEar BRXs are -6dB on axis @ 65Hz. It is 2/3rds of a speaker. Acid Jazz, Funk & Brass 🔈🔉🔊
@TriAmpHiFi7 ай бұрын
. AMT tweeters have great difficulty playing low. Therefore the mid-bass needs to cross over pretty high. Sometimes in the 7,000Hz range. This now forces the mid-bass into a wider range, at the expense of the lower frequencies. Loudspeakers with AMTs really need to be only in 3-ways because of this common problem.
@RennieAsh7 ай бұрын
This one probably crosses maybe at 3.5k. Depends how big the AMT is too (narrower vertical dispersion for longer ones though) @@TriAmpHiFi
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
But how about the passive radiators in that…..
@13thnotehifireviews77 ай бұрын
Corduroy the group sounds pretty good on these. Love a bit of acid jazz, was into them heavily in the 90s and still