Polk Legacy continues...
Dr.DB
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Breaking news!
I guess it's time for Matt to enjoy the good life. I doubt that he'll do much more than tinker since he probably signed a non-compete agreement with the sale. He may have been under contract for a limited time. We'll see how this plays out.
Good luck Matt in whatever you do!Carl -
I wouldn't have expected that to happen so suddenly.........Power to him.......he started a GREAT company that I know we all thank him for.......
Merry Christmas Matt.comment comment comment comment. bitchy. -
Probably one of the most difficult things he had to do in his life - leave. Good luck Matt and thanks.Michael
In the beginning, all knowledge was new!
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No surprise, is it? He's old enough; he's been astonishingly successful. What else does he have to prove?
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Not that I'm a cynic or anything, but......
First post, Google didn't corroborate, any confirmation anywhere else?Wristwatch--->Crisco -
Best wishes and thanks for all the good sound.Political Correctness'.........defined
"A doctrine fostered by a delusional, illogical minority and rabidly promoted by an unscrupulous mainstream media, which holds forth the proposition that it is entirely possible to pick up a t-u-r-d by the clean end."
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If thats true I wish you the best and thanks for doing what you did.
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Good luck Matt and thanks.
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If he is as much of a nerd as he says he is, he'll probably show up here and start gabbing with you crack pots.Expert Moron Extraordinaire
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I think the 'crack pots' are the ones that would keep him away.......lol......comment comment comment comment. bitchy.
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Thanks Matt, and Polk for building affordable, quality speakers.I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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It was quite rude of me not to say thanks, too!
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I would like to thank Matthew Polk for his passion that led him to design and manufacture speakers and other products for all of us crack pots to enjoy.
ScottI like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D -
Good luck Matt and Thank You!! Hopefully you'll continue to come to Polkfests - gotta get my 1.2's Owner's Manual signed!
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Good luck Matt,, and thanks for the memories,,as I'm reminded each time I play em' :cool:JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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Wow...that's a shock. I hope he enjoys whatever he pursues in life now. He's definitely achieved a lot in his life, he deserves a break now.
Also...I can't help but wonder if that was the man himself that posted this thread...With a screen name like Dr. dB, and it being his first post and all. Anyone else get the same impression?The nirvana inducer-
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Good Luck and I hope you enjoy the fruits of your labor. Thank you for your hard work and effort in making Polk Audio what it is today. I have enjoyed your speakers for years and will continue for years into the future.
Merry Christmas and God bless.
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It would appear that Dr Db, aka Michael Braithwaite, may be in a position to know what he's talking about.
According to his web site:
" Matthew Polk, Founder, Polk Audio
was with another company when working with Michael at NetStreams
Mikes ability to understand and develop new technology and deliver a superior result is what impresses me the most. Not to mention he always greets you with a smile. Great positive guy to work with. November 11, 2008"
Well, if Matthew Polk is retiring, I'd say he's earned his stripes; definitely did well, made positive contributions to the field, and seemingly did so with class.Sal Palooza -
someone was look for a conformation...http://www.twice.com/article/CA6624645.html
thanks for the great speakers you have made.
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Thanks to everyone at Polk Audio for what they have done for all of us, and thanks in advance to the great team there for everything that they continue to do for us (most of us know first hand how true the former is, some of us also know first hand how equally true the latter is).
Happy Holidays Polk Audio!Alea jacta est! -
Bummer. The company may still bear his name...but it won't be the same. His passion for the business will impossible to replace."Just because youre offended doesnt mean youre right." - Ricky Gervais
"For those who believe, no proof is necessary. For those who don't believe, no proof is possible." - Stuart Chase
"Consistency requires you to be as ignorant today as you were a year ago." - Bernard Berenson -
Congratulations to Matt on retiring, best of luck on your new ventures.
As for Polk as a whole, I can't imagine how much Matt will be missed. Hopefully Polk will continue down the same path that has worked for them for the last 20+ years."He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche -
I can't really blame him for retiring. Now he doesn't have to go to those Star Trek conventions.....A.K.A. Polkfest:pI refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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Good Luck Matt. You deserve to relax if you know what that word means:)
Also I don't want to leave out Jim Herd who was always so a great host at the HQ tours. Thanks again.
Change is hard but Polk will survive. They have many tenured staff to carry the torch.
Matt the signed poster is framed and is hung in the wall. What a prized possesion.
Best of luck
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I can't begin to count how many Polk Audio products I've had in our home over the years.
Many thanks to you Mr. Polk,hoping you enjoy retirement as much as you enjoyed your Audio adventure. -
People like mr Polk don't stay retired for long.
Who knows maybe he'll start a new audio company.SRT For Life; SDA Forever!
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A tip o' the hat Matt and thanks for all you and the team have done for the world of audio. Polk Rocks!
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Well then, congrats on the retirement Mr. Polk! You've built a fine company that anyone would be proud of, take some time and enjoy the fruits of your efforts; you deserve it!
My apologies to the good Dr. for my cynicism.Wristwatch--->Crisco -
Thank you, Mr. Polk.