GIK alternatives


Last month, an audiophile colleague inquired about GIK acoustics on this forum. I shared my experiences as a longtime customer. I pointed out episodic challenges with build quality but a highly responsive staff. I have changed my impression and would not recommend them. GIK has recently changed CEO and several longtime colleagues appear to have left. Their prices have increased, especially for shipping. I’ve been attempting to place an order by phone without success. And their product lead time is extraordinary. For example, I was informed that routine scatter plates would not be shipped out for 2 months. They’re having problems. Any recommendations for alternative companies?

wfowenmd

Hey guys. Someone sent me a message on this site and for some reason I am not getting them or I don't know how to work this website completely. Please just email me if you have any questions you may have. 

Thanks,

Glenn Kuras

Your post reminded me that i needed another absorption panel behind my listening position having damaged the previous.  Although i've done business with GKI, instead i ordered this one from ATS, yesterday.  It shipped today !!  I haven't done business with them yet so we'll see about quality etc when i get it.  Cheaper than GKI for a 4" thick 2'x4' panel.

If you don't mind me defending "cheaper". You are comparing a 4" panels to the 244 bass trap? They are not the same and do not perform the same. We are thinking of selling 4" panels like that and for sure will charge less. It cost a lot less to make a panel like that.  Needless to say we can't get a 244 out in 24 hours but we can get them done in a couple weeks if needed (and have the supplies). 

Thanks,

Glenn

 

No worries, Glenn--but this is not a bass trap--just a 4" absorption panel.  And sorry about calling you "GKI".  Best wishes on getting all sorted out...

Have used GIK for years, no problem. Happy to see Glenn communicate through this forum.