Midwest Gathering

ND13
ND13 Posts: 7,601
edited March 2006 in Gatherings & Special Events
There seems to be quite a few CPers in the Great Lakes region. I was just wondering if a gathering in a central local would interest anyone. Let's say late summer/early fall. That way the heat will be dying down. I might be able to get access to a rec room with a pool. Is there any interest?
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Guess not, oh well I asked.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • Polkapops
    Polkapops Posts: 267
    edited June 2005
    hey HEY!!
    NOT SO FAST!!!! I am very interested. From what I've read around here, the guys usually like to go to each others' homes for gatherings. But I've never been to one yet and you're practically in my backyard - Hell yes I'm interested!!:D :p :cool: ;)
    Dan
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by Polk-a-pops
    hey HEY!!
    NOT SO FAST!!!! I am very interested. From what I've read around here, the guys usually like to go to each others' homes for gatherings. But I've never been to one yet and you're practically in my backyard - Hell yes I'm interested!!:D :p :cool: ;)
    Dan

    The rec room is in my subdivision, community pool w/ party room,
    gear could be set up there or at my place. I have a 450 sq ft family room. I live in New Castle, IN. It's about 40 miles east of Indy on interstate 70E. Just thought it would be nice. I've never been to one either. Doing one in Indiana might be convenient for alot of people. Ohio, KY, TENN, ILL, MICH, PENN, WVA, MO, WI, all would be within driving distance. I would hope that we could get a pretty decent turnout. I've got connections when it comes to motels/hotels for those who would want to get some rest before venturing home afterwards.

    I was kinda shooting for Labor Day weekend. But am open to suggestions.

    I'll be back on CP Monday. Computer at home is being devirused.
    Have a nice weekend all.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,165
    edited June 2005
    I'm in Illinois and I'd be interested. Indy isn't that long a drive for me. I agree it would be ideal to meet at a Polkies home, but if something more centrally located is decided then that's fine. Keep us updated Noel. :)

    Brock
    "Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul!
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  • bvette94
    bvette94 Posts: 356
    edited June 2005
    i would be interested also.
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Talked with the wife, she's okay with it. So far it looks like 4, including me. I'll keep everbody informed of the progress.
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  • hotwheelman
    hotwheelman Posts: 1,300
    edited June 2005
    Put me in as a possible, I will let you know if I can make it down the road a bit.
    "Its worked so far but we're not out yet."
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Okay we have 5 most likelys including myself. We're getting somewhere now. I'd like to see some of the New Englanders and those Texas boys also, but I know it's alot to ask for them to drive that far, but maybe a couple of them can make it over/up anyways.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • rskarvan
    rskarvan Posts: 2,374
    edited June 2005
    I'm interested.
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  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,496
    edited June 2005
    Are members with less than 50 posts allowed?

    Can shy, introverted types attend?

    Is there a dress code, or are pants OK?

    Where is Indy from the Chicago area? I can only find Indianapolis on the map.

    Thanks in advance.
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,165
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by SCompRacer
    Are members with less than 50 posts allowed?

    Can shy, introverted types attend?

    Is there a dress code, or are pants OK?

    Where is Indy from the Chicago area? I can only find Indianapolis on the map.

    Thanks in advance.

    You better start posting.... ;)

    Only if brash, extroverted types are attending.....:D

    Dress Code??? No you don't have to wear a dress, but clothing IS mandatory :p

    To the east....:cool:

    Absolutely you can come once you learn the secret handshake...

    Just kidding, of course :eek: :)

    H9
    "Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul!
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by SCompRacer
    Are members with less than 50 posts allowed?

    Can shy, introverted types attend?

    Is there a dress code, or are pants OK?

    Where is Indy from the Chicago area? I can only find Indianapolis on the map.

    Thanks in advance.

    The cost for you being allowed= 1 SVS Sub in beech.;) :D
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited June 2005
    This is what you should concentrate on attending....start your motors.

    http://clubpolk.polkaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=29665
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  • SCompRacer
    SCompRacer Posts: 8,496
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by ND13
    The cost for you being allowed= 1 SVS Sub in beech.;) :D

    The price is too high, I'll just stay home and listen to mine. Have fun.:D
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by SCompRacer
    The price is too high, I'll just stay home and listen to mine. Have fun.:D

    Oh well, had to try. You know that you're more than welcome in my house. If I can get everything worked out, it will be a blast. I
    can't believe Chuck hasn't responded yet.
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    I'm still working on this guys/gals. I didn't forget. Just have to work it all out with the misses and work. It looks as though about 6-7 people so far. Are there any more interested?

    Noel
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    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • Polkapops
    Polkapops Posts: 267
    edited June 2005
    Originally posted by dorokusai
    This is what you should concentrate on attending....start your motors.

    http://clubpolk.polkaudio.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=29665

    I'm going to try and make this one first.....
    Sounds VERY interesting.....
    Dan
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited June 2005
    I would try to make that one myself, but I only get 1 week of vacation/yr and work six days /wk, with only one Saturday /mth off. Since I am going to Memphis the 1st week of August to see my parents, I can't go to the "official" gathering. I understand anyone wanting to go to that instead of coming to my place, I can't even come close to competing with Polk HQ. I'm going to put this off till well after the big event. The only thing about doing it later is that anyone in college will probably not be able to make it.

    But anyways, I completely understand anyone wanting to go to the Polk gathering rather than the Driver gathering.

    I'm putting the Midwest gathering on hold til further notice, unless of course there's still enough interest to warrant reconsideration. Sorry if anyone feels mislead.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
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  • Polk65
    Polk65 Posts: 1,405
    edited September 2005
    Noel, yeah you with the sexy SRS 2's that were given a good listening by Matt... I'll bet you are just about getting happy now.

    I'm bumping this to let you know that I'll be at your gathering when it happens. Since we will be indoors, how about a December get together so the college folks can have the opportunity to attend?

    Steve
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  • ninerbj
    ninerbj Posts: 870
    edited September 2005
    Count me in as well! I wouldn;t have any trouble making it to a Midwest gathering. Hell, Maybe we could get some of those Denver and West of peeps to show as well. (are ya ready Bret and Frank)
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited September 2005
    Let the effing dust settle, good god guys.

    Hit a strip club, something. Get it out!

    Cheers,
    Rooster
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited September 2005
    Yeah, let me get back on the wife's good side a while before I resurrect this gathering. I will have one, just let me get all the logistics in order.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
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  • Demiurge
    Demiurge Posts: 10,874
    edited September 2005
    I would have to say inxnay on a winter one for Midwest folks. Ice storms and snow storms don't plan around PolkFests. :(

    I might be interested in something next year, but I'm not sure yet. It all comes down to getting time away and pulling myself away from saving for that down payment on a house ASAP. :)
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  • fireshoes
    fireshoes Posts: 3,167
    edited September 2005
    Yes, plus people have holiday gathering crap to do, and those of us in retail would not be able to attend most likely.
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  • heiney9
    heiney9 Posts: 25,165
    edited September 2005
    What ever, whenever it's decided I'm still in. Everyone has brought up some valid points. Just keep in mind we won't be able to pick a date that will work for 100% of the people :( . Winter would be a scary drive if mother nature lets loose with a storm.

    H9
    "Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Pangea AC14SE MKII | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node 3 - Tubes add soul!
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited September 2005
    It'll most likely be around Spring Break, that way more of the college members might be able to attend. When the time comes, I'll need to find out the "likely to come" student's week off. That way I can determine which spring break week to pinpoint.
    "SOME PEOPLE CALL ME MAURICE,
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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited September 2005
    I will do my best to make it for this one.....
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  • amulford
    amulford Posts: 5,020
    edited September 2005
    Spring Break??? And miss all that buzzed up, scantily clad, bursting young college girls, just waiting and eager to see what they can get away with cause they're finally out if daddy's grip????

    And YOU wanna sit around and listen to AUDIO GEAR???

    You're getting old.... :D
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  • ND13
    ND13 Posts: 7,601
    edited September 2005
    I'm open to suggestions on when to have one, but it will have to be a ways away, timewise. I won't be able to do it anytime soon, because of some private issues at this time.
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    CAUSE I SPEAK OF THE POMPITIOUS OF LOVE"
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  • dkg999
    dkg999 Posts: 5,647
    edited September 2005
    The Chicago audio fest is coming up in mid-October at the Homewood Suites in Schaumburg. They have a website up and I'll post it as soon as I get home from work. This might be a good chance for Chicago area CP members to get together!
    DKG999
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