Why few discussion on Audio Machina CRM, CRG, CRS?

I once owned the Ultimate Monitors, which was AudioMachina's first speaker offering. Although somewhat of a niche product, I felt it was the best loudspeaker I ever owned (I preferred it over my Avalon Eidolon Diamonds within its power envelope) up to that point in time. My understanding is that Karl has improved on its performance with the CRM. I currently own and have been extremely pleased with Tidal's Piano Cera. I think I will use the shipping crate as my casket!

Thanks Linkster, but i wonder why aren't there more comments on these speakers.

Anyone?

I heard the Pure System speakers with Soulution amps a few years back at an audio show. One of the best sounding systems I ever heard. Incredible dynamics and a lot of speed with this combination. I would have loved to own these speakers at that time.

Hi Hamburger,

I just took delivery of 3 pairs of CRM.

They are truly fantastic speakers. I too am surprised they do not receive more attention.

I also own a pair of Maestro Ti-200, and will upgrade to the Maestro S when they become available.

To ans your question, I think it is simple why they do not get much coverage. If you have ever communicated with Karl, you will know he just focuses on his work. He is a 'function-driven' designer. Form is quite secondary to him. He builds each speaker personally, from machining to crossover design/execution. It is as bespoke as it gets in the audio industry.
But as a result, his output is very limited. He sells mostly to Japan if I understand correctly. And as far as I know he has no distributor in the U.S. He does no advertising, no 'PR'. Very low profile. You know mags like Stereophile will only review your prod if you have a certain number of dealers in the US.

If you are interested, email me, I can share more with you. I urge you go listen to them if you have the chance. They are fantastic speakers by any measure, and some of the very very best value in the audio world. a true dark horse.

ws

They spend little to no money on advertising.
They never had very many dealers and now sell direct.

This means few have heard OF them and even fewer have heard their products. It should be no surprise that they fly way under the radar.

It probably doesn't help that they have funny name that sounds like an Italian manufacturer of exotic turntable stands.

Marty

PS I actually have heard their "Pure System" (IIRC) at a local dealer (one of the few in their old network) and agree that it sounded great.