Yup, I swear a lot. But I'm respectul on other people that are around me and in places such as this. I can control myself as should everyone that wants to be heard and respected.
@@ruger6049Then you probably realize that "swear words" aren't the central issue. Everyone has a varied tolerance; for example, when I express something as BS, I am simply referring to the fact that I either know or strongly believe it to be untrue. Also, I notice that "some" people find iit perfectly acceptable to insult others in a writing without including any words that can be construed as "swears" and written in a manner that avoids being direct by careful wording and avoiding certain pronouns and phrasing.
I couldn't agree more, we are beginning to take our point of view as the only view and rubbishing everyone else's opinion. It's becoming, the gear I prefer is the only proper gear if you buy anything else you're a full, it's a sad state of affairs.
I think we were always uncivilized it’s just that the monkeys all got smart phones now. The population hasn’t changed just now we can hear them all. Ouch.
As someone who has followed this channel for a long time, I remember what the comments were like before Paul started deleting them. Where a totally innocent commenter could randomly be attacked with the most graphically foul spewage you can imagine, and where a few of us tried to wage war against these trolls to discourage them from coming back. I, for one, am very thankful to Paul for finally using his executive privilege to remove these noisome trolls from the vicinity! ❤
Social media gets more toxic by the day as far as comments go.People are not happy in their personal lives and decide to take it out on others who are just here for the education and Paul's pleasant demeanor.Thank you Paul.
I'm a member of the PSAudio forum. Paul is an advocate for transparency where possible, unless it's offensive or bullying, he'll never remove it. He also allows discussion of competitor products which is EXTREMELY unusual on their own company forum. I KNOW Paul puts transparency first. He just protects the masses from idiots. And no, I don't own any PSAudio gear, it's outside of my budget, but I aspire to in the future, and I greatly value their expertise and opinions as experts in the field.
@@paulmichaelfreedman8334 I completely trust Paul, that’s established over years of seeing how open minded he is on the topic of censoring. You may see it differently, but that won’t change my experience.
@@paulmichaelfreedman8334 The word 'idiot' covers many forms. I do idiotic things every day! One of my comments on a 'snake oil' channel got deleted - I learned from my mistake, and hopefully I'm now just a little less idiotic.
Good for you Paul! Common sense rules and courtesy go a long way in the world and in debating something. And if people cannot adhere to simple things like that, bye bye!
So youtube has to be a fake place where all people and comments are "nice". That is how how the real world is. It is not right to censor someone for using saying something that makes you feel unconformable or you don't agree with.
Agreed, thankfully I can afford some of P.S. Audio equipment in the used market. The South African Rand is so weak, "the average Jo" here can't even afford the affordable new gear. I don't even think PS Audio has exorbitant pricing for the excellent products they make, but try paying almost 20 of your currency for 1 US dollar then yes, it gets crazy.
Likewise. Not only it educates, But it's very civilized and an escape from all the craziness outside. I also dislike people looking for Paul's "Interest in selling". Of course, He wants to sell - But it doesn't mean his advice is biased or he has hidden interests that make his knowledge worthless. You decide if you want PSAudio, Or want to invest, Or have the money, But the knowledge is still valid. Ah! he talks about it. The fact he wants to sell, Doesn't make the information false!
There is so much enthusiasm from people like Paul in the business, I enjoy learning anything I can from any one of them. Everyday is a school day no matter how seasoned you might think you are. It’s fun and it brings musical joy to my life and I’ve never forgotten, that is the main reason I partake in this whole thing!!
I agree, Paul. As long as people aren't being dirty, mean, and nasty, I know you are great with your viewers, customers, and RU-vid comments. I have watched your videos practically since you started the channel, and I have learned a lot and got to see into how PS Audio got started, and about you, and your employee's work. And in defense of you Paul, you talk about other companies' products also, and you aren't always selling the products. But, simultaneously, this is your business, and it's totally natural and understood you will talk about and display your products as part of explanations and how audio works. The only comment you mentioned about your Aspen speakers being affordable I need to chime in, if I may. I think they are beyond incredible, special, dynamic, and truly amazing speakers, without any doubt. Unfortunately, I can say, and I'm sure I speak for others, the Aspens are not affordable for everyone, and that definitely includes me. And although I appreciate Paul's enthusiasm for his Aspen FR speakers, and as amazing as they are, I cannot agree without any doubt they are better in every regard than any other speakers, because that's just not realistic or true, no offense. With that being said, I appreciate and thank you and PS Audio for putting out spectacular and amazing products, and for all your electronics and audio experience and expertise over many years.😊 Your friend from Aurora Colorado, Ernie
Paul, I stand to your point. You're one of the most tolerant, open minded and respectful guy in the industry. The outcomes are there for everyone to see: a lot of customers, a lot of followers that would love to be your customer and a lot of good knowledge that is being shared by you. Keep to your values. Cheers from Brazil.
I have not provided a thumbs up in quite a while to your videos (& god knows some of them do deserve it), but here you are standing up for basic decency & civility, to which I would give 10 thumbs up if only it was possible. Kudos for the honesty & integrity.
I've learned a lot since I started watching this channel. Many of my doubts were answered here without ever sending a single email asking about them. I want to continue watching and learning more. And yes, let's keep it civil. One of this days a guy replied to a comment I made in a very confrontational and aggressive tone. I am still shocked. We were talking about a thing we both are supposed to enjoy. Thank Paul.
Amen. I agree. There should be a little debate here and there because many of us have different preferences, but when it gets nasty and just overly hostile and negative, that’s where it becomes toxic and unnecessary. I think you moderate the “chickens” well sir 😌
Dear Paul, whenever I watch your videos it instantly brings back a bit of what I find likeable about US-Americans. It may become harder to oversee that parts of the population start to lose their minds about common sense things, but you always reassure me, that there's a whole lot of Americans out there, who are nice people.
I've been meaning to post this for awhile. I don't feel you are JUST trying to sell your products. People confuse the idea that if you suggest (for instance) DSD is better than PCM, your doing it just to sell your products. I see it as you sell those products because you think that's the best. Of course your opinions are reflected in your products, if you didn't hold those opinions you wouldn't sell those products. People are cynical, and sure maybe some companies may be like that. But I feel you are a genuine guy. Much respect and thank you for sharing your wisdom and lets have a little decorum people.
Great comment Paul! I think the perfect speaker is a purely subjective thing and can takes years to find for oneself. And hey, maybe the true answer is that there is no "ideal" perfect speaker, rather the ideal is having at least three very different designs on hand (for myself, electrostatic, ribbon and horn ) for the variety of not just the musical style, but also the situation at hand ie would I use my Quad ESLs at a party or for a group of listeners? Certainly not.
Love the Chanel and Paul videos. I have been an audiophile for over forty years. I have never heard any PS audio equipment and products. I can say definitely that these videos contain great advice and credibility in truck loads. Thanks
Totally support you, Paul. This week, I will make my first purchase driven by your advice. 2 REL sx212! The clarity of your explanations and the tone of your videos is world-class.
I've learnt more about hifi audio in the last couple years watching your channel than the previous 40. Eagerly awaiting the arrival of the SACD so I can further improve my system. Thanks for taking the time, I for one really appreciate you taking the time to pass on your knowledge.
Thank you Paul you go straight to the point and explain the audio equipment so very well. You're amazing at what you do thinking so very much. Live for the music.
BOINK! Love you Paul... Thank you for taking the time to create these videos. Having access you one of the great minds of this industry is priceless. That point may be lost on some given your accessibility and humility. This channel is an escape for me that would be lessened by deplorable commentary. So BOINK away! : ) -Charles
Love your approach to audio, Paul. And I appreciate how you keep yourself neutral, regarding products. You genuinely strike me as someone who's passionate about what you do and really loves to pass your knowledge on to others. Thank you for that, all the way from Lisbon, Portugal.
Hey Paul, totally appreciate the sentiment that you express. Some individuals do tend to get very excited and start spewing inflammatory comments that’s not needed. Listening to audio is a subjective matter, and also depends on one’s experience with listening through different setups. To me it is usually the inexperienced and some in the middle of their audiophile or enthusiast journey that get excited. That all said, appreciate your efforts to teach us all what you know. Many I agree with, some that may tend to come off as salesmanship, but in a polished sense. I agree that PS Audio makes quality products, and it is OK to recommend your own product, when you know it is good. Some may be able to afford and some may not be. Reminding people that’s it is a journey of experience is helpful.
You've answered many questions of mine since met in 2008 and I don't yet have a PS Audio piece. Totally understand your thoughts. I'm still wanting the Gain Cell. Maybe I'll find a used one soon. Was a little short during the closeout sale.
Right on Paul. There is absolutely a difference between trying to demonstrate something or just give an opinion, and just trying to insult someone because you don't have the same personal taste.
I find your videos full of good information. I feel like ive learned a lot from you. And you explain things in a manner that a non engineer can understand. Keep up the awesome work.
Nothing is perfect, the only thing I believe is that the sound coming fits my ears and I feel each instrument and voice in a moment of pure harmony, this is the goal.🎉🎉🎉
I completely agree with your philosophy, Paul. I do the same thing on my own Facebook page, which I consider my “house.” Do what you want in your own house, but don’t come in my house trying to be mean or ugly-my house operates under my rules. I, too, love dialogue among people with differing opinions. After all, none of us are infallible in our views, and we could learn something we had not considered before-if we keep a channel of dialogue open. Keep doing what you’re doing-love your views. (Even though I loved my Bose 901s when matched to a vintage EQ in line with its own EQ. 😜)
Paul, appreciate what you are doing, despite your personal interest, you are informing your audience in a very fair way, which fully deserves my respect.
PS Audio forum is great! Imagine having the same plethora of topics about hardware, cables, fuse tweaks et al from different brands on the Bluesound forums. Wouldn’t last 10 minutes! Openminded people like Paul (and Ethan Winer also comes to mind) that freely gives you advice and share their experienced opinions are a real gift to the audio community! Paul has been reading letters and handing out knowledge on a daily basis for years now. That’s what real commitment and passion looks like! ❤
Good for you Paul . If they think your B..S . than why are they even watching you? They must know more than you ? Right .Thanks for all the good advice 👍
Thanks for the videos. Mr. McGowan, how do we ask you a question? Here in comments or email through the website? I have watched your vids (and many others,) and still don't grasp the "subtle" differences in speaker sensitivity. I get that a higher sensitivity, like 95dB, is easier to drive and will get to a certain volume with less power than a speaker with lower sensitivity, like 87dB. But, I've heard you say that higher sensitivity speakers also have a higher dynamic range. So, dynamic range is what I'm struggling with. I would really appreciate a better understanding of that. Thank, again.
I am not a true audiophile - have neither the money nor the space for proper audiophile equipment. But I love this channel, because of Paul’s thoughtful, friendly and civilised manner of explaining things. If there were nothing else to learn here, what we should learn from Paul is how to express ourselves in a proper manner.
Civilized discourse is a basic expectation. Thanks Paul for all you do. Now, about that IRS V. It looks like the bass towers are firing into the back of the mid/tweeter towers. That can't be optimal, can it? Do the mid/tweeter arrays have a time delay so that their output arrives at the listening position at the same time as the bass?
Paul I appreciate what you do for our hobby. You don't have to make these videos, but you do. Good on you bud. A side note, I still own a few PS audio classics- the 4.6 pre and the 100c amp. Both are still trucking right along. Take care.
Paul, thank you for simply saying this. I have had the exact same problem on my channel even going so far as someone being totally vicious towards another commenter. It's not a rant, it simply saying no and sometimes you simply need to do it. Then, there are the trolls who say things they do not believe just for the sake of creating havoc. Not much you can do about them but simply delete.
It’s like inviting someone to your house for a party and when they get there they start arguing with the rest of your guests and acting aggressively. It’s your house. You have every right to send them on their way. Thank you for allowing us into your house and for all the time you spend on this for us.
I am new to the audiophile world, but Paul's posts have help inform me on numerous subjects in choosing equipment and understanding it intricacies, matching equipment and sound. I applaud Paul for today's post for telling it like it is. Today's society has lost its ability to act like an adult and communicate in a civil fashion when two people do not agree with what is being said. Just so sad. The best explanation I have ever seen is from a cartoon (as elementary as that is) which said, "Son, they don't want to hear YOUR opinion, what they want to hear is THIER opinion coming out of your mouth"! I grew up in the 60s & 70s, the best time ever to experience life, music and a generation of people that worked hard, respected each other and helped anyone out whenever needed. Paul, thank you for your time, knowledge and willingness to share. You owe no one an explanation when they refuse to act like an adult. Kudos to you!
Let's see: Paul you are the best.! Paul you are the greatest! Paul, you are a God! Paul, you are the smartest man in all of audio. Paul, you are so kind. Paul, you don't deserve all the meanness that the world dishes out to you. Paul all those other channels that show your equipment doesn't work like you say it does are just being mean to you and need to stop. Paul, you are so right about DSD being the best even though all of your recordings are just DSD copies of PCM. Yes, Paul delete all those bad, mean, spirited comments that are pointing out the truth. They just don't understand what a wonderful. brilliant, kind-hearted, generous, handsome, salesperson you are. What do you think is this one a keeper or a deleter?
Great video. I sometimes hesitate to comment on some YT channels because someone comes on and trolls me. I had it happen on another audiophile channel. Some guy I wasn't even talking with came on and just started trashing me! So, great job Paul.
Deleting comments is totally acceptable, Paul. 100%. There are several things that i do not totally agree with that you hold as opinions, and when they come up in a video, i most definitely comment a rebuttal. Which is most DEFINITELY possible to do, without being rude or abusive. A hallmark of an Adult SHOULD be the ability to peacefully coexist with those you do not agree with, as well as the ability to encourage debate, rather than argument. Love the videos Paul, and i will remain a lifelong subscriber to the channel lol
THANK YOU! I noticed this as well. I make small videos on my "nobody" channel about my audio stuff cuz I think it's cool. some people like it, some people bash me for NO reason. So, deleting garbage is appropriate. I subscribed!
Are magnaplanars the same as Magnapans brand if speakers? Dude you have the best little RU-vid clips. I watch these all the time and look forward to owning some of your products someday. Thanks for all you offer to our lovely hobby.
I love your videos! I noticed that you mentioned the Aspen FR 5? I don't think I've seen any information of this product.... Is this something in the works, or a simple slip of the tongue? 🙂
Hello Paul, Thank you for your contributions to the industry and this informative channel. I hope to tour your studio in the future. My top 3 music related Internet personalites are, in no particular order, are You, Andy Wehmeyer of AudioFrog, and Rick Beato. Consistent among you 3 are the willingness to share your knowledge. Hope to see you soon!
I agree with Paul 100% about being civil and behaved in the comment section. I have learned so much about high fidelity, power, amplifier classes, sound stage, and overall stereo sound from Paul over the last few years. Please keep the videos coming and please delete the rude comments from the trolls.
Yesterday I managed to listen for the 1st time to DSD 64 iso files with Foobar. Since I have certified golden ears, I can say that the quality is superior to flac 24 bit or even 32bit. The level of detail is something else.
I wish you didn't have to explain yourself were all here to learn something what do you get out of putting people down, thanks Paul for another great video
Thank you Paul for all of your videos and thank you and your son for my PS Audio Sprout. It is audio bliss and didn't break the spine of my wallet to purchase it...❤
One of my favorite forums for audio enthusiasts. Keep up the good work including moderation of nasty comments. In fact two of my favorite people in this hobby are Paul and Nelson Pass. Both create a community and encourage people to expand their knowledge. They do it in different ways. Nelson is a mentor to the DIY community, and this channel is helpful to the mainstream. Kudos to both of you.
Paul is the most calming and pleasant presence in the Hi-fi world. You keep on deleting the negative people Paul, it's your house and you can do what you like. You're the best!
I totally agree with you !! I've been with you for along time. Nasty comments should be deleted. As always, Love your videos. BTW this is a good, happy comment. LOL
Yes Paul I would agree your videos by enlarge are very educational for the novice out there as well as people who are quite learnt in this hobby. My only minor criticism, if any, would be that you are a salesman, and that's ok given as you said in this video you make a living from selling audio equipment. If we come into these videos knowing that with open eyes, I don't see there's a problem. Keep up the good educational work.🎧👍🙂
First of all, thank you Paul for being able to answer people's questions and sometimes simplifying examples so that even those of us who are not involved with technology can understand. The world is full of mental abusers. Keep up the good work Paul and thanks again for your videos.
At no other time does a person say what they really think more than during a rant! 😄 Keep 'em coming Paul. The big difference here is that Paul has his real name and business on full display, while I'd wager that most of the disrespectful comments come from those hiding behind an alias.
