Wilsons new flagship

I don't have an issue with $780k for the speaker even if they don't produce their drivers but as long as their R&D was invested in the sound.

I do have issues with a $110k paint + the job when a finished Mercedes cost less. I painted two cars for $2k and $5k.

I also think exposed bolts is a bit behind the curve. B&W has hidden bolts plus a curved cabinet. I suppose you could argue the bolts compliments the industrial look.

The target market buyers for upper range Wilson speakers are as interested in owning Wilson’s best speakers as they are about the sonic qualities of the speakers.  To that market segment, cost means little.  

It’s not an indictment of Wilson or the target market, it’s just reality.  Pride of ownership.

@bpoletti The target market buyers for upper range Wilson speakers are as interested in owning Wilson’s best speakers as they are about the sonic qualities of the speakers. 

Correct, they are paying in part for exclusivity, and some are demonstrably willing to spend extremely large sums to attain it.

Don't get me wrong.  Wilson has produced some remarkable speakers.  My ears detect some qualities that I would prefer they fixed, but they are still top systems.  Their prices make them rather exclusive.

@ted_b Correct, they are paying in part for exclusivity..,

Maybe yes, maybe no - they might also be audiophiles with a large disposable income…significantly larger than mine

@jasonbourne71 …with the $300K Wavac 833 tube amp! 

On that note, I would love to hear the Berning 211/845 monoblock or the Lamm ML electronics.