Recorded from the show floor at AXPONA 2026, this episode brings together Kornelijus and Jamie O’Callaghan of the IAG Hi-Fi Division for a deep dive into the legacy and future of QUAD’s electrostatic loudspeakers, including the ESL 2912X. We break down what makes electrostatic panel speakers fundamentally different from traditional designs, why QUAD has remained committed to the technology for decades, and how the latest generation improves on transparency, dispersion, and real world usability. The conversation also explores how these iconic speakers fit into a modern hi-fi landscape increasingly dominated by compact and wireless solutions, and why QUAD continues to attract listeners who care more about realism than convenience.
This episode was recorded on April 10, 2026 (the first day of AXPONA 2026).
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On the Panel:
- Jamie O’Callaghan, IAG Hi-Fi Division, Global Head of Sales & Marketing
- Kornelijus, IAG Hi-Fi Division, Product Specialist
- Mitch Anderson, Co-host & eCoustics Podcast Producer @black_circle_radio
- Brian Mitchell, Co-host, eCoustics Founder & CEO
Related Links:
- Quad ESL 2912X at AXPONA 2026: The Truth Still Hurts But These Finally Care How It Lands
- Quad Revives the Electrostatic Dream with ESL 2812X & 2912X
- https://quad-hifi.co.uk
Credits:
- Original intro music by The Arc of All.
- Voice Over Provided by Todd Harrell of SSP Unlimited.
- Production by Mitch Anderson, Black Circle Studios.
