Tidal Speakers owners

Focalfan,

It is entirely appropriate and acceptable provided the manufacturer identifies themselves.

Sadly many reviewers have monetary interest in equipment (getting a special deal on a demo item) and do not make these conflicts of interest well known.

At least with a manufacturer or dealer we know to take everything with a pinch of salt.

Frankly, I liked what Jorn said. His statements about the principles he uses to design speakers was very helpful. I am actually more interested in Tidal now that they are claiming to have a solid design philosophy based on neutrality instead of the usual techno-babble BS that you hear from so many manufacturers (you know special materials, special cryogenic treatments - blah-di-blah).

I would add that Tidal are sticking their neck out by designing to neutrality as EVERYONE knows that a "smilie EQ" on a speaker will sell. All you need do is

1) above all make it look good (as though it is brimming with technology) and
2) give it plenty of bass and bit of zing in the treble

... and there you go "boom boom tizz" sells better than anything else (it would be unfair to single out Wilson or B&W but the market leaders in high end all know that this is true because impressive sound wins in a demo most of the time).