YG Acoustics Launches Peaks Series

they look nice, neutral design, interested to hear the performance compared to the all aluminium series.
 
These look really nice and will most likely have strong sales figures.
This offering with the new Vantage Live Active model will give YG broader appeal to more consumers.
 
Interesting that the used the same name for their sub as what Martin Logan has for years .....
 
Mike would you say the Magico A series is the lion share of their sales? If so I can see YG going for that market to boost production. High end audio I would think has a shrinking consumer base. I really like the use of dual materials in the cabinets so what I call “pretty” wood can be used to boost the aesthetic appeal. For the members who have heard the YG how does their sound signature compare to Magico which I think is the direct competitor?
 
nc42acc said:
Mike would you say the Magico A series is the lion share of their sales? If so I can see YG going for that market to boost production. High end audio I would think has a shrinking consumer base. I really like the use of dual materials in the cabinets so what I call “pretty” wood can be used to boost the aesthetic appeal. For the members who have heard the YG how does their sound signature compare to Magico which I think is the direct competitor?
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With the S3 mk2 no longer available for almost a year now and the S series in general maturing, the A series and M series have been the main focus of interest for our Magico customers.

High end audio does not have a shrinking consumer base IMO. That’s something people have been saying for 50 years in fact. We have far more manufacturers and far more people interested in audio today either because they’ve always wanted it (but had kids to put through college), younger folks who’ve gotten into the hobby through headphones (our biggest sign of growth IMO) and the home theater crossover market.

Another dealer released a PR yesterday saying he’s been doing this for 50 years and he’s busier more now than ever.

What has changed is the go to market strategy of most manufacturers. A few however, still live in the stone ages of “territories”. The problem with territories is that’s what leads to piss poor service, laziness and arrogant asshole dealers. Their attitude being “screw you, you want that amp? You can only buy it from me because you live in my territory!” The internet has changed everything. The dealers who fail to adopt, cry foul “but that guy lives in my territory!” Meanwhile “that guy” didn’t even know they existed because that dealer has no online presence, doesn’t market themselves and doesn’t hustle. They’re the ones that call their manufacturers and ask for leads! Trust me, I’ve heard it all.

Back to this announcement: I agree with your points. Sound will be the key!


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I stand corrected and you would know being on the frontline of high end audio everyday. Could you take YG on as one of your product lines?

Mike said:
With the S3 mk2 no longer available for almost a year now and the S series in general maturing, the A series and M series have been the main focus of interest for our Magico customers.

High end audio does not have a shrinking consumer base IMO. That’s something people have been saying for 50 years in fact. We have far more manufacturers and far more people interested in audio today either because they’ve always wanted it (but had kids to put through college), younger folks who’ve gotten into the hobby through headphones (our biggest sign of growth IMO) and the home theater crossover market.

Another dealer released a PR yesterday saying he’s been doing this for 50 years and he’s busier more now than ever.

What has changed is the go to market strategy of most manufacturers. A few however, still live in the stone ages of “territories”. The problem with territories is that’s what leads to piss poor service, laziness and arrogant asshole dealers. Their attitude being “screw you, you want that amp? You can only buy it from me because you live in my territory!” The internet has changed everything. The dealers who fail to adopt, cry foul “but that guy lives in my territory!” Meanwhile “that guy” didn’t even know they existed because that dealer has no online presence, doesn’t market themselves and doesn’t hustle. They’re the ones that call their manufacturers and ask for leads! Trust me, I’ve heard it all.

Back to this announcement: I agree with your points. Sound will be the key!


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nc42acc said:
I stand corrected and you would know being on the frontline of high end audio everyday. Could you take YG on as one of your product lines?
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Anything is possible! But I’m kind of maxed out and for the most part, happy with my lines. I really feel I’ve got a killer speaker lineup. Something would have to go and there is nothing I can think of right now.


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Basically asked to see if there are any “territorial“ issues with your other lines.


Mike said:
Anything is possible! But I’m kind of maxed out and for the most part, happy with my lines. I really feel I’ve got a killer speaker lineup. Something would have to go and there is nothing I can think of right now.


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nc42acc said:
Basically asked to see if there are any “territorial“ issues with your other lines.
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Hmmm….a couple. The funny thing is that they don’t seem to understand the downside.

You sell a customer a pair of speakers in Georgia. You sell him cables, a rack and a power conditioner. A Lumin and a few other things. Now he wants a new amp….guess what? You won’t even mention that amp brand you can’t sell outside of Florida. Doesn’t make any sense to me. You’re letting the other brands be sold instead of yours. SMH.

Anyway, back to YG’s announcement.


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There are better pics on the website now:

HOME - YG Acoustics

Two stand mounts is very interesting. Usually you just see one in a lineup of a series.

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A dedicated thread to “The life and times of a high end audio dealer”

Mike said:
Hmmm….a couple. The funny thing is that they don’t seem to understand the downside.

You sell a customer a pair of speakers in Georgia. You sell him cables, a rack and a power conditioner. A Lumin and a few other things. Now he wants a new amp….guess what? You won’t even mention that amp brand you can’t sell outside of Florida. Doesn’t make any sense to me. You’re letting the other brands be sold instead of yours. SMH.

Anyway, back to YG’s announcement.


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Good mover on YG's part. They are learning that the world doesn't begin and end with machining metal, and now folks can enjoy their soft dome tweeter and excellent crossovers at a lower entry point. I think the standmounts are around 8K, and the sub 8K also. That would be an flexible and interesting system. Also, a little wood grain helps keep the living room from feeling like it has been invaded by Imperial forces...
 
Mike said:
With the S3 mk2 no longer available for almost a year now and the S series in general maturing, the A series and M series have been the main focus of interest for our Magico customers.

High end audio does not have a shrinking consumer base IMO. That’s something people have been saying for 50 years in fact. We have far more manufacturers and far more people interested in audio today either because they’ve always wanted it (but had kids to put through college), younger folks who’ve gotten into the hobby through headphones (our biggest sign of growth IMO) and the home theater crossover market.

Another dealer released a PR yesterday saying he’s been doing this for 50 years and he’s busier more now than ever.

What has changed is the go to market strategy of most manufacturers. A few however, still live in the stone ages of “territories”. The problem with territories is that’s what leads to piss poor service, laziness and arrogant asshole dealers. Their attitude being “screw you, you want that amp? You can only buy it from me because you live in my territory!” The internet has changed everything. The dealers who fail to adopt, cry foul “but that guy lives in my territory!” Meanwhile “that guy” didn’t even know they existed because that dealer has no online presence, doesn’t market themselves and doesn’t hustle. They’re the ones that call their manufacturers and ask for leads! Trust me, I’ve heard it all.

Back to this announcement: I agree with your points. Sound will be the key!


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The reason Suncoast is thriving. I live in an area that has many many high-end stores, but I can’t think of anyone that isn’t asshole-ish. Guess what, 100% of my system is not from local.

There are many manufacturers these days and if you think there’s still a significant customer base that feel they must have a brand or two, you’re delusional. So many good sounding AND good looking products to choose from for any part of an audio system. What rare is a good dealer.
 
From stereo.net

"The YG Acoustics Peaks range is available in Balanced Oak, Flamed Rosewood and Datuk Ebony and starts at $8,500 for the Cairn, with Tor costing $10,500. Talus costs $14,200, with the Ascent and Summit priced at $19,800 and $25,000, respectively. The Descent sub is $7,800".

Interesting
 
I loved the way my Carmel looked. Not sure about these, I showed them to my wife, she was not going for the veneer sides. She said it looked like an Ikea type of finish. I am sure they will sound good. Would be nice if they had more pictures.
 
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