Darko Audio: Let's End the Cost Videos


Ok, I have complete respect for John Darko and the amount of work and professionalism he invests in his craft. But if I see another video or comment where he brings up "It's one's right to spend what one sees fit on gear, etc," I am going to scream. Yes, WE GET IT, John! No need to keep kicking this horse, which has been dead for literally 3 years.

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@hilde45 Robinson is also a thin-skinned bully, I would not want to sit next to on a plane, train or automobile. I have probably watched 25 or so videos of his and learnt nothing. But he is successful, so what do I know.....

@zarf New Record Day is smart and original but has little value, somehow he is not that informative. If I compiled a list of reviews to watch, he'd always be a runner up for gear X.

@larsman + 1

I am not a big fan of Darko's articles. I am tired of his passive aggressive rants. The quality of his videos is usually superb though. For me. he lacks substance and depth, he just doesn't appear to be all that knowledgeable. What I find very useful is his reports/announcements on new products.

@ericrhodes1 I am not sure who his target audience is. It is probably close to Andrew Robinson’s. He is an entertainer.. Budget-wise I am his target audience, with my limited funds. And yes, as @hilde45 said, he has a schtick. He is likeable, relatable, personable. He is also a giant at 6’7" which makes him vulnerable, the way he handles it...

The weird part is his podcasts. He is good at talking to the camera. He is pretty bad at interacting with people. He talks over them. I guess interviewing is a skill. 

besides

  • British Audiophile
  • Zero Fidelity

also

  • Erin's audio corner
  • The Joy of Vinyl
  • Lenny Florentine

He is also timeless gene-d so there is that. He does look young. And the fresh and free Canadian air.