Lehigh Valley, PA

Pycroft
Pycroft Posts: 1,960
edited March 2014 in The Clubhouse
Hi all...

Are there any Polkies that also live in the Lehigh Valley? I'm at the point, because of some changes, where I am using a combined DAC/Phono hooked up to my Musical Fidelity M6I. I think it sounds good, and I'm not sure if a much better dac/phono would be a huge improvement. It would be awesome if someone was local we could meet up and do some listening and A/B comparison.

On a side note, it may be beneficial to have a sticky with everyone, and their locations (If they are willing to give) to see who is around you.

Thanks,

James
2 Channel/HT:
Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
Harman Kardon HK354
Sony SACD Player
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  • cnh
    cnh Posts: 13,284
    edited March 2014
    There are a few members to your south and southwest and quite a few in Jersey. And as you know, Jersey is more or less a drive through to NYC for most living in your part of Pa. In fact, most of the Easton, Bethlehem area had a HUGE housing boom in the early 21st century with all those Jersey boys moving to NEW construction at 1/3 to 1/4th the Jersey price at that time and much lower real estate taxes.

    I'm no longer in that area but up in Maine but I do visit occasionally. Unfortunately I don't have much of an interest in DACs as I use the Jolida CDP below which is pretty darn "good" with some nice tubes in it. And I have not yet moved on to servers and all that stuff. I'm an old school dude.

    I hope some of the Jersey boys will chime in. And if you're not in a great hurry, I'd definitely make it to John's (Jstas) Polk Fest this year, you're only a couple hours away, I believe?

    OK, boys, jump in here with your $1000-2000 DACs!

    cnh
    Currently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!

    Polk Lsi-7s, Def Tech 8" sub, HK 3490, HK HD 990 (CDP/DAC), AKG Q701s
    [sig. changed on a monthly basis as I rotate in and out of my stash]
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  • czarodzi
    czarodzi Posts: 38
    edited March 2014
    Philly area here, I'm finally at a point where I'm getting my equipment out of storage and set up in the living room so I can determine how to start getting my music appreciation up to the next level.
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  • dee1949
    dee1949 Posts: 1,425
    edited March 2014
    Bethlehem - Fond memories of my YOUTH. Great small city to grow up in. Lived there in the 50's and 60's, before college. No poverty and little crime back then. Children ran free with both parents working. I visited on occasion until my brother passed. Loved the downtown area with ggas lights and cobbled stoned streets.

    How is Bethlehem now, with casinos ?

    What do people do for a living now that the Steel is gone. Gaming? Hi-tech? Tourism?
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,995
    edited March 2014
    well - the first Polk Audio Monitor owner I ever knew lives in Bethlehem... my guess is that he's not here, else he'd have chimed up.

    In terms of my 'hobby'... it's all his fault! ;-)
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  • Pycroft
    Pycroft Posts: 1,960
    edited March 2014
    I only lived in Bethlehem for about a year - am in Nazareth - but within 15 minutes. I'm not sure if there is one or two industries that dominate now - It's typical "Little bit of everything". The Sands Casino is very nice. I've been a few times :)

    I guess not many locals in the Lehigh Valley. Darn :)

    James
    2 Channel/HT:
    Sony SS-M9 P's (ES version)
    Sony SS-M1CN Center Channel
    Polk RT800 Surround Speakers
    Odyssey Stratos Dual Mono Amplifiers
    TAD 150 Signature Tube Preamp
    Harman Kardon HK354
    Sony SACD Player
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  • dee1949
    dee1949 Posts: 1,425
    edited March 2014
    ..My fondest memories of youth in Bethlehem were Phillie Steak Sandwiches. There was a place in my neighborhood that would slice the steak when ordered. A 6" Steak sandwich was $.45 and you had to take out 1/3rd of the meat to get it in your mouth. Also it was on the perfect Italian bun. Still dream of them . They also had the perfect sauce, with peppers. The place might still be around...I am sure under new management. The Lantern.

    Have been to Phillie and what they consider the best - no comparison. Fresh is best !!! The roll is also a must. Got a meat slicer here In DC to make my own. Best buns are from Litteri 's.

    No Phillie subs, but awesome Italian subs, food and wine.

    http://www.yelp.com/biz/a-litteri-washington
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