Press review - GÖBEL HIGH END
Press review - GÖBEL HIGH END
Press review - GÖBEL HIGH END
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Patented Loudspeakers & Cables made in Germany.<br />
<strong>Press</strong> <strong>review</strong><br />
Stereo Times (05/12)<br />
You only get one chance to make a first impression. The German-made Göbel Epoque Reference<br />
Bending-Wave loudspeaker proved to be a show stopper in its debut at this year’s show. I’ve heard the<br />
term “bending-wave” but it was a very long time ago. I do recall Paul Paddock’s Airfoil 5.2 Bending<br />
Wave loudspeakers back in the late ‘90s. But this German company says it has a new patent on this flat-panel type transducer.<br />
What stood out beyond the shadow of doubt was the organic and natural reproduction of instruments. This, mind you from a PS<br />
Audio Perfect Wave transport/DAC combo - not necessarily state-of-the- art in digital playback - but this was as good as I have<br />
heard from this combo (also in attendance was the PS Audio Perfect Wave P10 Power Plant AC condi- tioner). Audia Flight amplification<br />
via Göbel’s own Lacorde series of cables were used throughout.<br />
I returned to this setup over and over again surprised each time by the overall ease and coherency of the Göbel Epoque, which<br />
amazingly employs 12 6.5” mid/bass drivers (six rear firing). Rumor has it this loudspeaker will retail for about $120k here in<br />
states. Based solely on what I heard under these show conditions, I would qualify the Göbel Epoque Reference as a unique concept<br />
that sounds very good. Certainly a loudspeaker to keep under your radar. (Clement Perry)<br />
http://www.stereotimes.com/Munich2012c.shtml<br />
www.goebel-highend.de<br />
Göbel High End<br />
Schabweg 4a<br />
82239 Alling<br />
Contact person: Mark Walter<br />
Phone: +49 (0) 8141 / 22 55 888<br />
Telefax: +49 (0) 8141 / 22 55 889<br />
mark.walter@goebel-highend.de<br />
HD+TV (01/09)<br />
“The stage emerges incredibly spacious, with all the instruments and soloists. Localisation, dynamics and coherence time are<br />
excellent. Due to the vigorous subwoofer, the lower octave segment plays smoothly. The excellence of the bass range powerfully<br />
unites with the clarity of the bending wave speakers. The symbiosis is entirely successful and fascinates the listeners. (...) Once<br />
the stage is set, the ambitious listener is rewarded with a loudspeaker which is unique regarding fine dynamics,<br />
dispersion and coherence.”<br />
Image Hifi (05/2005)<br />
“(...) Due to its discreetly curved body, as well as its colour scheme, the active subwoofer goes perfectly with the Detaille S. As<br />
far as the technology is concerned - dynamic drivers, massive body, deeply tuned bass reflex system, fully adjustable 180 Watt<br />
amp - the subwoofer doesn’t break new grounds. Still, it fits perfectly into what comes “from above”. It really does a very good<br />
job, which earns it nothing less than a big recommendation.<br />
(...) After this “house call”, the perfect inphase and isocronic dispersion, as well as the low resonance level of the system exemplify<br />
perfect high-end harmony. The crystal clear and completely detached sound characteristics of the Detaille S are absolutely<br />
astonishing, which shows without any hard edges, calmly and very clearly, what electronics and cables (recommendation:<br />
Göbel’s own cables) are capable of.<br />
(...) Another outstanding feature is the fantastic 180 degree phase locked sound dispersion, which supports the dipole characteristics<br />
of the Detaille S: the living room is completely acoustically and atmospherically flooded, even the tiniest details become<br />
tangible in the room - and they remain there too, even if you leave the (already generous) ‘sweetspot’. An experience for true<br />
connoisseurs.”<br />
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Hifi Test Design Edition (03/2004)<br />
“(...) Thanks to the isocronic and in phase dispersion characteristics of the bending wave panel, the Detaille S indulges you with<br />
an accurate impulse performance, very good fine dynamic as well as an outstanding resolution. (...) therefore the Detaille S does<br />
not restrict its auditorium to one exact spot. (...) the almost unbroken integration of the sub-frequent sound base with the remaining,<br />
light as a feather, untainted and spatially generous sound characteristics. (...) the Detaille S confirms previous experience<br />
with bending wave loudspeakers: they make completely stress-free, long-term listening possible. Fortunately this loudspeaker<br />
doesn’t like to be the centre of attention - the Detaille S would rather let the music do the talking. Well done for this<br />
successful debut!”<br />
What Hifi? (08/2005)<br />
“It is only 109.3 cm tall and its shape is very unusual for a loudspeaker. But you will be enchanted by its sound. (...) It doesn’t<br />
need much space. One thing is for sure though, this piece of equipment will transform your living room into a world of sound<br />
you have never experienced before. (...) The sound of Jheena’s voice is weightless and untainted by any background noise, and<br />
the accompanying instruments are separated from one another and clearly audible. Notice the ‘light’ voice and the pure, woody<br />
reverb of the guitar.<br />
(...) Combine the loudspeaker with the Detaille C compact speaker and the Detaille Sub subwoofer to enjoy the latest films or<br />
music. Wow.... I promise the sound will make your walls shake! (...) The music detaches itself from the speakers completely and<br />
appears weightless. This allows you to locate individual voices and instruments on the soundstage.”<br />
Bayerischer Rundfunk (national television) - business magazine “Profile” (05/2007)<br />
He is no more than 30 years old, but Oliver Göbel from Alling already attracts the experts’ attention with a brandnew loudspeaker<br />
system for listeners with highest demands. Not only the design is exceptional, but also the technology inside. For that matter,<br />
the young engineer breaks new ground. He follows the principles of instrumental sound production which has the advantage<br />
that the tones sound exceptionally natural. His loudspeakers have a surface on the frontside that is made of various layers of a<br />
special kind of wood.<br />
This surface produce the sound, similar to a violin. He patented the manufacturing process and produces only in small series,<br />
because many customers have specific wishes. (...) His innovation is popular. Not only in Germany, but also in Japan, China and<br />
Russia. And many music enthusiasts are willing to spend much money for good sound. (...)<br />
A satisfied customer is essential for the young businessman. Therefore a good service is very important for him. For example,<br />
the setting up of the loudspeakers is free of charge. He or his employees spend many hours to set up the loudspeaker system<br />
for a perfect sound performance.<br />
Before he went into business for himself four years ago, he was employed as developer at Siemens. But there he saw<br />
too little prospects for himself and his ideas. Oliver Göbel: “Of course, I had a reliable job at Siemens, but I was unhappy. I had<br />
a dream, I wanted to create the best loudspeaker worldwide. That wasn’t possible within the bounds of Siemens. That is why I<br />
decided to start my own business. And now “it rocks”... Young businessmen with ideas that sound well, is what Germany needs.<br />
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AZ (05/2006)<br />
“(...) Breathtaking even for laymen: the spatial characteristics of the Detaille sound. Guitars on the left, percussion in the back<br />
and the singer in the foreground - the musicians appear to be standing in front of the listeners even if they are not located<br />
between the loudspeakers.”<br />
Deutsche Handwerks Zeitung (22/2004)<br />
“(...) The high frequencies are clear and without distortion“ (...) The high frequencies are clear and without distortion, each<br />
instrument sounds out individually and separated, so that a stage appears in your mind’s eye. (...) And one thing is for sure:<br />
For sound AND design aesthetics this loudspeaker is a must!”<br />
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