As usual... another great video, with down to earth, honest, useful information. Thanks Jay👍

Jay, I truly enjoyed the Pandora/Mephisto combination! I will Pray you find what you are looking for! Always follow your gut calls and don't allow double mindedness to take hold! Love your passion!

Excellent discussion on your thoughts and feedback. Ignore the stupidity of people hiding behind their computer to upload insults. You have a unique high end audio channel. Keep up the great content!

The sales tax alone on this process would probably buy a typical single family home.

Thank you for taking us along on your Gryphon journey, Jay. It is because of your reviews that I actually purchased a Diablo 300…thanks!

Look forward to what is coming next. I guess the Soluution's amplifier(s).

after 25 years of screwing around with different hifi components, i now have a complete 'audio note uk' system. best decision i ever made!

Great channel just subscribed, I would really like to hear your thoughts on ASR Emitter along with some Tenor Amps. It would be really cool if you could have some videos on setting up good budget systems for people getting into this hobby

Hi Jay! I know it would have been too much to ask, but I wish you had the opportunity to try the DAC Kalliope in combination with Pandora and Mephisto ... In any case, thank you very much for your channel ever! I join Giuseppe's opinion. Greetings from Madrid

I hope you will keep your Wilson's... classic gems and probably hard to find... can't wait to see what's next... thanks for all of your expert analysis!

Stepping into 2022 it’s funny how this video relates to the new Gryphon Mephisto Solos you now own and the Wilson XLF you just removed and replaced. We never really know the future.

It's to bad that you don't compare using vinyl? Would love to hear the Gryphon phono stage in the Pandora and others.

I purchased a Diablo 300 for my new system and thanks to Jay i also got the VIP interconnect and speaker cables which i have to say is a great match. Driving a pair of power hungry Thiel CS 3.7s, bass is unbelievable with the Diablo 300! All of my power cables are Audioquest Firebird.

Jay, If possible - I kindly recommend you to give a try to YPSILON products. I have purchased Ypsilon Phaethon Integrated and it really sounds super close to sound like a powerful SET amplifier (I had 25-30 SET tube amps in the past). Recomended

The title of this video scared the hell out of me, i thought there are some serious issues that the gryphon might have. The Essence stereo and preamplifier is the gear i am going to buy.

This is a unique channel, no reference system, but a continuos exploration and matching of ultra hi end components. A sound journey. Love it.

Hi Jay. With all your experience with great amps, I was wondering if you've found a correlation between what you consider "good sound" and amp's damping factor. Some top notch brands believe DF is fundamental, while some other, don't really. Your experience on this would be an excellent stand point. Thanks!

Jay has the pipes you need to work with such heavy equipment. Match made in heaven!

Yep, "end of game..." Time to sit down, relax and listen to music.

Great sum and content

Thanks so much for everything you do jay. you definitely get to play around with a level of equipment that i just dont think i get to ever afford. love the reviews and opinions im really impressed that you have strong opinions i often lament that when i go into a poorly run audio shop the guy there may as well be the netflix algorithm and dont really challenge me as a consumer. was wondering if you listened to the musical fidelity titan monoblock back when they were floating around. i never heard them but had that stereophile mag with them in there and was pretty in love at the time!!

Excellent Jay, thanks

The quality of the musical signal coming out of the source component defines the ultimate ability of a hi fi system. Every other audio component in the system merely passes on this signal with greater or less accuracy None can enhance or improve it. With that being said, you will probably never find an amplifier that completely satisfies you.

Hi Jay, I just bought Esoteric N01xd with Accuphase E-800 and Focal Sopra 2, can u recommend some cables for me please? I listen to everything.

sounds like you can best Bi-amp with the Mephisto on the bass?

No mention about their 300 integrated and where it falls in lieu of their separates? I did see the review of the 300 integrated

What are you looking for from a sound system that you haven't found yet that keeps you searching that's missing?

Jay, another great post. Do you have a post on those new Magico's? How do they compare to your beautiful orange Wilsons?

its amazing how much time of your life you could save if you watch yuoutube videos in 2x the speed! Get the point twice as fast and get the point sooner, then move on! thank you Jay

Jay.. it would be beneficial to add the topologies used in these amplifiers for the output stage since it affects the character of the sound. Bipolar, MOSFET, VFET, etc… This would help narrow down the type of sound some are looking for. Many of these boutique brands are a mystery when it comes to details of the design. I enjoy the wide variety of amps and other equipment you review and discuss. I don’t have access to most of these brands locally and haven’t been to a hi-Fi show in many years, so it’s nice to see this gear in a user environment. Thanks!

I have a pair of Wilson Watt 3 puppy1. Also a pair of Witts. I need a sub. What in the used market can you recommend. Watch Dog??? Not a huge budget

Thanks for the Gryphon round up, I’ve been looking forward to it. It did take me a bunch of videos to figure out that the thing that looked like an air purifier was actually the Colosseum 🙂

Thanks Jay for bringing all the Gryphon amps in your cave😊 Now its time to move on into the new chapter like Soultion 7 series or Lamm Industries or Audionet or Burmester to bring. Happy listening.🤘

Thank you Jay

The most recent edition of Hi-Fi News & Record Review reviewed the latest Mono Power amp and Pre-amp from CLASSE AUDIO. The reviewer was completely blown away by how good they sounded. Would you consider reviewing them?

I use 3 x Theta Citadel for the front channels of my theater set up. They are desktop computer shaped. Have to say, I'm impressed with them driving my Dunlavy SCV's. No complaints for the price.

Jay, if you had to decide ….what was your favorite Gryphon power amp (in combination with the Pandora) with Wilson speakers ? 🖖🏼

Any thought on setting up links on your Community page to what you have for sale before putting them on the public for sale sites?

Hi everyone, I'm seeking some unbiased opinions. I currently own Sonus Faber Amator III speakers and have two options available to me. The first is a Gryphon Diablo with a built-in DAC, priced at 100k NOK from the dealer, which I'm considering. The second option, from another dealer, is an older Diablo 250 with RIAA but no internal DAC. However, it comes with an AURALIC ALTAIR G1.1 streamer/DAC and Nordost XLR cable for 70k NOK, making it the cheaper option. My question is: in terms of pure sonic performance and synergy with my Amator III speakers, which amplifier would be better? Would the older but more powerful Diablo 250 outperform the newer technology Diablo 120, or vice versa? I understand that in terms of pure synergy, the Gryphon Diablo with the built-in DAC might be superior, but it comes at a 30k higher price tag

Can you do a review on a German brand called Analog Domain ? They have a 4kw amp that would be interesting to hear about.

This is absolutely a unique channel and one if the best and most enjoyable.

I think that you should try Rega amps now...

Where does it end? And just as important imo... Where does it lead to? At some point....

I notice a damping device on top of the amps? What are they?

nice journey , hi from Greece

Why don't you start playing with the resistor settings in the rear of the speakers J? Are they at default, or were they dialed in upon set up?

The share price of Gryphon probably fell by 20% on the day this video came out.

Jay , after i follow your channel , i sell my Classe system .. I buy Gryphon Antileon , Gryphon Athena and Gryphon Scorpio ...

Could it be because Flemming once joined Nelson for coffee and a friendly chat?

Terrific video! Very thoughtful introspect on your journey with Gryphon components and a very positive final note on your experiences with the brand. I was anxious to listen as I thought you had a bone to pick. On to different - not necessarily better - pastures....but who knows, a few jewels will surely come up along this fantastic ride. Cheers!

hello,have you own the Colosseum?I work with Gryphon since the mid 90´s,and steady for the last 9 years in a store called Ultimate Audio,did many shows with gryphon,and other brands that we represent and for me Gryphon electronics are still in the podium,especially if you have Rockport speakers.And BW 800D3 with Anthelion Evo is amazing match.

Try Karan…. I have owned Audio Research, Gryphon, Krell, Tenor, Pass, a.o….. The Karan blew me away 🤩

Man, love this channel I've been into HiFi for 50 years and never herd someone talk with such conviction and knowledge the beautiful thing is Jay isn't trying to sell you nothing so he's opinion cares a lot of weight keep up the good work!

You are missing on FM acoustics , Soulution and CH Precision

What about the Gryphon audio Apex?

Gryphon is my favorite hifi. you really had a great journey with the Danish brand. 👏

Glad you’re moving on. You really spent your time listening to their lineup, time to see what else is out there.

Jay, Mis mejores deseos en busca de Holy Grial del audio, espero tu lo encuentres🤜.

you need to try Spectral Nagra or Audio Note UK. + maybe Kalista

Very nice system hi end...

Where are you selling the Gryphon components?

Hi, sure you owned all of them? What about S100 and pre Elektra?

I have B&W805D3, planning to upgrade the amplifier. I mostly listen to pop music. Which of the following amplifier would be suggested? 1.) Gryphon Diablo 120 2.) Hegel H390 3.) Used Classe CP-500/CP-800 Pre Amplifier + CA-2200 Amplifiers Appreciate any opinions

You've owned the best of the best , what else can you possibly buy that's going to satisfy you ?

Its time that the Naim Statement gets an airing...?

Hello Jay, another terrific review of the Gryphon line. There is absolutely nobody who has done the sort of careful listening that you’ve done and then tried it with many top notch cables. I will never forget the Essence monos and the Magico M6 combo, wow! That was such a great combo, and for me, one of the best on your channel. Thanks for all the hard work in bringing to us this out there magical gear that the majority of us will not be able to afford, unless one of us wins the Lottery! So thanks a million for bringing us cutting edge gear, and pairing it up with other super quality gear. You’re the best Jay. Take it easy, and keep up the good work.

Personally I'd love a pandora/mephisto combo one day

maybe there are some ideas to use Lamm monoblocks? 😊❤️

Why did you never try any of they're loudspeakers if you liked they're pre and power amps so much? They make whole systems unlike Magico and Wilson.

This obsessive level of audiophilia gives me anxiety

Did something happen between you and Gryphon or the dealer. Didn’t understand your rationale

I just can't figure out what Gryphon dislikes so much about Leon?

Jay, can I suggest a series on Jeff Rowland products? I'm curious to hear your take on JR after hearing the Gryphon, Boulder, and Pass Labs gear. Also, how about a review on some of Legacy Audio's top speakers with DSP, like the Aeris, V, and Valor systems? Again, I'd love to hear your thoughts compared to your Wilson's and Magicos. Legacy Audio is a brand with a long history that I think gets overlooked in the industry, and there aren't many reviews out there. Curious to see what you are getting into next!

I think Rowland makes better looking equipment. Really works of art, and I have always loved the sound and comparing to some of the price points out there represent excellent value.

Hope you get rid of Wilsons soon too. Probably great, but uninteresting (IMHO)

Try Nagra, Audio Note and Spectral.

Good review which I like over shootout. Please look into affordable prices for amplifiers like audionet

How do you jump from one to the other amp speakers etc, without breaking the bank?

Are you done?

I dont think I can afford to watch this channel

Ok, you're done with Gryphon.... Its all the same because nothing bettered the Boulder mono's with Wilson on this channel so far to date. Patiently waiting.

What about their speakers? I haven’t seen any reviews on them.

Best system

the mephisto and antileon mono DO NOT sound exactly like their stereo brethren. You are missing something by omitting these in your journey …

Jay could you do some subwoofer reviews? I struggle with subs. I’ve done dual subs… Small subs to my current 15” single sub. Do you prefer to get sub signals directly from the speaker terminals or from sub outs via rca cables? Maybe you don’t even used subs for your music system and only use it for theater…

klipsch is a live sound you can adjust them to your liking with an equalizer, without a doubt for home cinema I use them with a yamaha Class AB and a CROWN XLS1002 class D without any noise with a great sound there really is no reason to spend tons of money buying Luxman, Accuphase E 380, Gryphon Diablo 300 with a DISTORTION

"Courtin' is hardship, & parting is woe..."

Go for the music

What I am hearing is that all of these extremely expensive components sound different. If the ideal is the "straight wire with gain" goal, then these systems fail. In a blind test where the price tag that gives you boasting rights is hidden, I'd bet there is a $20,000 system that sounds just as good as a $500,000 system.

Time for an Apex and Commander

I make amplifiers myself, now I use a great amp and I want some new amp anyway, so I understand you

MBL!?!

linn lp 12 that is it

Thomas and Stereo for the Hi End.

What's next? Tubes?

AudioNet Stern and Heisenberg!!

Jay you have been stellar with featuring Gryphon, the premier Danish amp manufacturer. Everyone, there is a simple reality regarding hi end components. It's far easier to package American brands ( USA & Canada) than European brands to make a deal for a new purchase. Again, this truism applies to high end. European amps, speakers, cables, dacs all sell well new, but their value doesn't hold compared to american lines. This is due to the fact that high end dealers carry three times as many american brands as they do European.

just lamm for music

You are just contradicting yourself when u said you are done with Gryphon. If Gryphon are awesome as you mentioned, why gave up on it, I still don’t get it

never ever will understand if some highend hifi is the best for you why in hell sell out and get something new or else ??? had my sansui c/b:2101 for over 26years. ive never sell something that is perfect