Look, if you were the maker of a sports car, and I was reviewer of that car, and I did some road tests with the tires grossly underinflated, with the emergency brake left on while I was driving it, and the test tracks that I used to test it were meant for testing four wheel drive trucks over uneven terrain-- and I ended up writing a scathingly bad review of said sports car-- would the manufacturer of that vehicle have a decent claim that my measurements, taken as they were, were a disparagement of that car brand? You’re damn straight they would.
Now add to this that said car maker came to me and said that the manner in which I reviewed their car was wrong for the type of vehicle I was reviewing and gave me a chance to review the car again with properly inflated tires on a track built for sports car testing-- and I flat out refused -- would that be grounds to take me to court?
Well, from digging into the Tekton review dispute I found that this was essentially the case with Erin’s review. The legal action got both parties back to the table and those speakers will now be remeasured after they are properly setup.
So this is not a case of frivolous lawsuit against a review that some manufacturer didn’t like-- it was about a faulty review that would have harmed the maker’s reputation (such as it is) and likely caused some financial harm to the company.
You want to review products? Then at least set them up properly BEFORE taking your measurements and review them within the context for which they are designed. That is what is called being a pro vs. being a clickbait addicted hack.
Thin Line Between Critique and Courtrooms: A Dialogue on the Recent Audiophile Drama
Hey Audiogonians,
In the vast, vibrant universe of audio reviews, where the line between subjective opinion and objective analysis often blurs, a new saga unfolds. It involves a Youtuber, well-known within our community for their take on speaker designs – designs that, while innovative, haven't shied away from criticism. The plot thickens with another Youtuber's revelation: the speaker's designer and manufacturer has filed a lawsuit against a reviewer over their less-than-glowing feedback.
The core of the debate? Whether it's acceptable to push back against reviewers when their findings diverge from what manufacturers desire. It's not a new drama; history is littered with tales of reviewers facing legal threats for daring to express their truth. Yet, each story brings a fresh perspective on the delicate dance between free speech and brand reputation.
This particular episode raises several intriguing questions:
- Where do we draw the line between constructive criticism and damaging feedback?
- Is the courtroom really the arena for settling disputes over reviews, or should dialogue prevail?
- And crucially, what does this mean for the future of honest, independent audio reviews?
This isn't just about the nitty-gritty of legal battles, many of which remain cloaked in confidentiality and technical jargon. It's about the principle: the right to voice one's opinion in a space that thrives on diversity of thought.
So, fellow audiophiles, what's your take? Have you ever felt swayed by a review, only to discover a different truth upon listening? Have you faced the ire of those who didn't appreciate your candid feedback?
📢Let's make this a discussion to remember – not just for the controversy, but for the unity and respect we can foster, even in disagreement.
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@wesheadley It appears that you did not follow all the facts presented by both parties involved and do make comparison that fits the discussed situation like an elephant fits into mini cooper. |
@wesheadley No, it’s not the same case at all. Not even close. Go back and read the string of emails between Eric and Erin as apparently you haven’t, and look at Erin’s follow up review with the feet properly installed and where the results of both measurements and his subjective findings were basically identical to his initial review, which was not negative in the first place BTW. Your car analogy couldn’t be further from what’s transpired here and is completely off base. |
@wesheadley you analogy is way off and misses pretty much everything in what went down. I suggest you watch Erin’s second review. This is NOT what happened at all. Tekton lost business because of his bullying and continued threats. Which did not start now, he has been throwing the ketchup bottle at the wall here too way before the Erin review. He may be good at speaker design but not at PR (big word for don’t be a bully) |
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