AQuadThing Audio Quad ESL-57 Review | New Quad Panels vs OTEC Panels Compared

The legendary Quad ESL-57 returns with a modern twist. In this review, I compare AQuadThing Audio's new rebuilt Quad-inspired panels against the company's long-established OTEC panels. Having owned a pair of OTEC-equipped Quad 57s for almost twenty years, I wanted to discover whether AQuadThing's latest panel technology could improve upon a speaker that I already consider one of the finest designs ever created. Featuring music from Leo Kottke and Pilot, I examine bass performance, clarity, midrange insight, instrumental separation, tonal balance and overall musicality while comparing both panel types. I also discuss how the Quad ESL-57 works, the refurbishment options available from AQuadThing Audio and how these classic electrostatic speakers compare with the Magnepan LRS+. Is this the ultimate version of the Quad ESL-57? AQuadThing Audio Contact Details: Website: aquadthingaudio.com Alan: 07888 711710 Andrew: 07711 687245 Office: 0116 2392373 Prices (at time of review): Quad Rebuilt Panels: £1,699 OTEC Panels: £1,849 Bass Panel Rebuild: £195 Treble Panel Rebuild: £175 #QuadESL57 #ElectrostaticSpeakers #AQuadThingAudio #HiFi #Audiophile #SpeakerReview