Gilmore Audio planars revealed

I believe people have a healthy skepticism of a very expensive new speaker that makes rather outlandish claims yet appears to be no more than rehash of the Carver and a number of other ribbon/dynamic hybrids.

The manufacturer's dealers have posted on a number of sites touting these speakers, which makes them fair game for comment.

I suspect they sound very good, but wish they would go easy on the pseudo-science, cheap thrills advertising and exagerration.

Amen, Steved.

I don't purport to be a scientist - or even technical for that matter - but I have a question about the claimed 127db output claim.

According to what I've heard people say on this site, for every 3db increase in output, it takes approximately double the amplification (wattage).

If this is correct, even with the claimed 92db efficiency, it would require approximately 2000 watts per channel at 8ohms to achieve 127db.

If this is peak, maybe I could see it...maybe. But 127db continuous output across the rated frequency response seems a bit unlikely.

Besides, wouldn't 127db result in hearing damage?

As for Sellerwithintegrity's request that you bring your SPL meter to CES - If you attempt to achieve 127db with innocent bystanders anywhere remotely close to your booth, be prepared for the impending lawsuits and negative public sentiment that will surely lead to the company's early demise.

Achieving 127db just for the sake of doing it reminds me of the old joke about why a dog licks his b@##s.

What's the point?

I agree with Seadogs1. This is a classy and respectful site where we all share common ground with respect for our love of music and high-end audio reproduction. It's fine to inquire about new technology and ask probing questions about manufacturer's claims, but let's do it in a way that encourages people to share their ideas not inhibit them. The last thing we want or need is to roast people like they do on Audio Asylum.

Cheers,
DB

how much ? what! yea right.