Revel Salon 2 - $15 k 'last dance' sale

[tw 2022]

A sad tale. There's always KEF.

And ascend...

 

[Ron Texas]

And ascend...

Their latest offering utilized a Klippel. I have seen mixed user subjective reviews on stand mounts with ribbon tweeters.

 

[Ron Texas]

So Revel is now not only closing out the Ultima2 series but also the Performa3 series (so says a post by a dealer on another forum), with no replacement series announced for either one.

That would leave the Concertas series and the PerformaBe series.

Concerning?

I wouldn't have the wake just yet. They may announce something later, or not.

 

[tw 2022]

Their latest offering utilized a Klippel. I have seen mixed user subjective reviews on stand mounts with ribbon tweeters.

Their latest offering utilized a Klippel. I have seen mixed user subjective reviews on stand mounts with ribbon tweeters.

Take a closer look at ascend... What you missed is they have several klippel designs....I'd put the newer stuff up against revel *insert like priced model here* any day of the week that ends in "Y" ....purely subjective opinion of course....

 

[Ron Texas]

@tw 2022 I'd like to see one of the newer Ascend speakers reviewed around here.

 

[goldark]

@tw 2022 I'd like to see one of the newer Ascend speakers reviewed around here.

Erin reviewed the newer Sierra 1: https://www.erinsaudiocorner.com/loudspeakers/ascend_sierra_1_v2/

 

[Beave]

And Ascend has extensive Klippel measurements on their website for all (or nearly all?) of their models.

 

[tktran303]

I'd love to see a Revel soundbar.

Samsung already has one.

US$999 IIRC complete with wireless rear speakers AND subwoofer.

The TOTL model is the 11.1.4 Atmos equipped HW-Q990C, released in 2023.

@Kal Rubinson
Are you able to get early access to the Q990D of 2024, for a review for Stereophile?

 

[Pearljam5000]

I wish Samsung will also buy Genelec and there will be a big sale on the Ones

 

[MKR]

@MKR I followed your speaker search thread journey with interest. OP, I don't put much weight into subjective reviews, but MKR has auditioned a lot of high end speakers. MKR, did you ever make a choice?

Glad you enjoyed that thread, was a lot of fun (well, except for right at the end there )

I am still on the quest! To be realistic, I expect a decision by end of this year. Waiting for a few things to materialize first, attend few more shows, etc

 

[Pearljam5000]

Glad you enjoyed that thread, was a lot of fun (well, except for right at the end there )

I am still on the quest! To be realistic, I expect a decision by end of this year. Waiting for a few things to materialize first, attend few more shows, etc

Which speaker did you like the most so far ?

 

[MKR]

Audiophile speakers apparently don't fit with Samsung's mass market strategy. Perhaps they will sell Revel, JBL or both. I'm not sure what you mean by "the decisions and product offerings". Perhaps you can elaborate.

Perhaps, that seems the most likely scenario, or just grab the IP they want and shut em down. And what I mean is the decision to discontinue the Ultima series, and really no new designs for months (years?)

 

[MKR]

I wish Samsung will also buy Genelec and there will be a big sale on the Ones

Careful what you wish for

 

[MKR]

I wouldn't have the wake just yet. They may announce something later, or not.

I ain’t holding my breath … I was truly waiting for the Salon 3 based upon some rumors last year, not waiting any longer (at least not on Revel )

 

[CleanSound]

Few months ago, they were being cleared out for 12k. Brand spanking new, in factory sealed box.

 

[MKR]

Which speaker did you like the most so far ?

Now THAT is a loaded question …

That is part of the issue, I have enjoyed multiple aspects of multiple speakers, but not all in one speaker. The closest to my end game thus far are the Soundfields, but still keeping my options open. I am awaiting some big stuff from D&D (literally and figuratively) and will also be attending few more shows this year, starting with the Florida Audio Expo in February, then go from there. I am considering to revive my old end game thread starting with my observations from the Florida show, but we shall see (not sure I want to open myself up again to the trolls). If enough folks are interested, maybe.

 

[rynberg]

A sad tale. There's always KEF.

If you like the Revel sound, KEF is not the answer. The soundstage is so much narrower, they wouldn't work for me. I would go Ascend or Philharmonic at that point. Luckily I already own and enjoy my Performa3s.

 

[Kal Rubinson]

Samsung already has one.

US$999 IIRC complete with wireless rear speakers AND subwoofer.

The TOTL model is the 11.1.4 Atmos equipped HW-Q990C, released in 2023.

@Kal Rubinson
Are you able to get early access to the Q990D of 2024, for a review for Stereophile?

Nope but I am not looking for a soundbar with a wireless subwoofer.

 

[Ron Texas]

If you like the Revel sound, KEF is not the answer. The soundstage is so much narrower, they wouldn't work for me. I would go Ascend or Philharmonic at that point. Luckily I already own and enjoy my Performa3s.

I'm not shopping these days. My LS50's (non meta) and Rhythmic subs sound great. I'm just concerned one of the great alternatives may be going away.

 

[Ron Texas]

Perhaps, that seems the most likely scenario, or just grab the IP they want and shut em down. And what I mean is the decision to discontinue the Ultima series, and really no new designs for months (years?)

The company is worth more with IP licensed to it.