Chesky Audio LC1 bookshelf speakers - a sonic bargain!

Some of this discussion speaks to really a much larger issue; the near complete non-recognition and/or appreciation of quality reproduction of music.  

A friend's son (38) moved to Germany for work.  When offered help from dad with an audio system for his small apartment, his son's response was immediate; "so I can plug my laptop computer into it."  That's it, the summary.

The understanding by large majority, or better misunderstanding, that basic streaming off whatever is as good as it gets is near universal.  Something that makes noise, I'm in.  Period.  

We are practicing dinosaur thinking here.  It is immutable that there will be mass cheapness and really high-end with somewhat respectable "midfi" carved out and tossed.  You either drive whatever has 4 wheels and an engine or a luxury auto.  I don't like it, just recognize it for what it is.  In this case, I pray I'm completely wrong.

+1 there are much better designed speakers for literally under 500 bucks from guys like Andrew Jones.  Hence, i don’t think this is about a bargain buy.

I would assume most guys who are buying this speaker would have a soft spot for them, considering the age of the young designer...and can afford to make a generous donation towards funding the young designer’s internship program. Buy it and fix some of the deficiencies yourselves, or better yet, send it to GR Research and get it ’fixed’ (diy fix it/upgrade kit!).

I’d take a look at Erin’s Audio Corner’s Review before, assuming these are a bargain and going up to buy them.

The measurements seem to match the deficiencies in the sound that Erin noticed.

I heard them at AXPONA with a Benchmark stack on the front end.  They sounded forward and slightly bright for those looking for such voicing.  

@kennyc not really if they know where to look 

I’d take a look at Erin’s Audio Corner’s Review before, assuming these are a bargain and going up to buy them.

The measurements seem to match the deficiencies in the sound that Erin noticed.

Perhaps a solid introduction to the hobby.

That would be great! Seems affordability can be a struggle for many.  

Applaud quality 1K/pr. speakers.  That means someone can assemble a modest respectable system for around 3K.  Perhaps a solid introduction to the hobby.

Great to see something that doesn't take a second mortgage to own.

They look like a good deal.  I have yet to see any measurements though.

Interesting.  While this may be a great speaker, the finishes/colors offered will significantly limit sales.

Had not heard of these. They look interesting and the price is right, will keep an eye out for user impressions.

As I listened, Sandy Gross (founder Polk Audio, GoldenEar..) walked by and remarked they sounded great.

Should be mentioned he was involved in the development of the speakers.