Shows

High End Munich 2019 – The Best Sounds

Best in Class

ELAC

I’m always looking for great values at the shows. They’re rare – but they’re there.

Great sound doesn’t have to be uber expensive. And it’s no secret that ELAC offers some of the best bank-for-buck products in the market today.

Aside from the neat decor, the music from these ELAC Carina 2.5 way loudspeakers ($2,400) kept me in my seat. The keyboarding on It’s On by George Duke was so groovy and involving. The pace was confident and well-structured. Transients were crisp and clean. I was bobbing my head the whole way through.

Also, the tonality from the piano and vocals from Herbie Hancock’s Imagine (with Pink & Seal) was so organic and “true to life.” You could hear and feel their energy and technique. Very impressive.

Driven by ELAC Alchemy electronics, this complete system is only $8,000. Which is hard to believe – and therefore makes it the Best in Class at High End Munich 2019.

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Jay Luong

Mr. Audio Bacon himself. An open-minded electrical engineer and software developer by trade. I have an obsession with the enjoyment of all things media - specifically in the realm of music and film. So much heart and soul (and money) go into the creation of this artistry. My aim is to find out which products get me closer to what the musicians and directors intended.

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