Broken hearted --broken VTL mono

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  • Ricardo
    Ricardo Posts: 10,636
    edited February 2009
    Wow, those guys sell a lot of stuff; expensive stuff. I am surprised to see they suck at packing, and even worst, won't man up.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited February 2009
    george daniel wrote: »
    I think so,, anyway, he seems to take no responsibility for his packing clowns, it'll come back to him,,sooner or later.:mad:

    Did you say bubble wrap??!!??

    It's definitely a time for negative feedback. There's no excuse for such a poor packing job. The new management must be trying to save money, but it's gonna cost them more in the long run.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited February 2009
    Wasn't JB, the "Audio Pimp" or some such off putting, no-confidence-inspiring name? From what I read from a post regarding them, the "Pimp" side is no more, and the used seller gone with it. The new dealer is mostly on the new side.

    That packing job is atrocious for a NOVICE, completely derelict of any responsible business practice, and borders on intentional destruction of property. I'd slam the hell out the boards that allow you to edit out your comments --should he decide to do the right thing. Send him a list of links to bad reviews/reports, and see if he doesn't reconsider. It's really the principle, . . . douchebag!
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited February 2009
    Well guy's don't spread this around,, but I took them over to my brothers,,fired em' up with his dreadnoughted 2.3 tl's,,put on some Judy Collins "diamonds and rust",,, and I almost cried,,yep it's nostalgic,,emotional,,and a song that I can relate to(I'm an old hippie),, but there is something about EL-34's that brings magic,, midrange was very sweet,great bass,and the detail was just amazing.Now,,somebody buy those Odyssey's,,cause I'm gettin' mo tubes.
    Hell yes ;):cool:
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,987
    edited February 2009
    Well, I guess it's off to put them on every bad sellers list I know. Way for them to man up for a bad pack job. They should have known better.

    :mad: :mad: :mad:

    That's alright, once they make the bad sellers list, they will not be removed. They have my word on that!
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited February 2009
    Hopefully they will make it right,, we will see,,I kinda let the damage to the amps get in my way,, but after listening to them,,Tom, all I can say is wow,, and you sir,, are in for a treat,you will be listening to the tube mix that you heard a few weeks ago. I'm telling ya'll,, there is something magic about EL-34"s ;)
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,987
    edited February 2009
    I'm tearing down the rig as I speak! I can't wait. Gonna reconfigure the entire thing and hook up the 1C's that have been sitting here for so long. :D

    I'll hold off on the bad sellers lists for now.......all you have to do is say the word George and they'll be on it. ;)
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited February 2009
    george daniel wrote: »
    Hopefully they will make it right,, we will see,,I kinda let the damage to the amps get in my way,, but after listening to them,,Tom, all I can say is wow,, and you sir,, are in for a treat,you will be listening to the tube mix that you heard a few weeks ago. I'm telling ya'll,, there is something magic about EL-34"s ;)

    George -- when are you gonna invite Ben and me over for a listen? How about next weekend? ;)
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • WilliamM2
    WilliamM2 Posts: 4,771
    edited February 2009
    Why not just notify your credit card company? A chargeback will definitely make them more willing to take care of it.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,460
    edited February 2009
    Wasn't JB, the "Audio Pimp" or some such off putting, no-confidence-inspiring name? From what I read from a post regarding them, the "Pimp" side is no more, and the used seller gone with it. The new dealer is mostly on the new side.

    The Audio Pimp simply changed names. The new business name is MSS HiFi with the same owner now selling new as well as used gear.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited February 2009
    Early B. wrote: »
    George -- when are you gonna invite Ben and me over for a listen? How about next weekend? ;)

    No. You guys are meeting at my place the 22nd around 3pm:) I really hope you can make it.
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited February 2009
    ben62670 wrote: »
    No. You guys are meeting at my place the 22nd around 3pm:) I really hope you can make it.

    Today's the 22nd, Ben. You missed it. We had a great time. :p
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,987
    edited February 2009
    Actually, "technically" it's the 23rd.....and we had a blast! Whoooo-Hoo!

    :p
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited February 2009
    Sorry guys. Trying to get Jerry's, and my SDA's together before the get together has taken a toll on me:( Too much Poly fumes??? The get together is the 28th. Today(yesterday) was my X's B day, and I lost one of my uncles to cancer 6:10pm to lung cancer. Lately has been a **** shower. Grandma hasn't been doing very good either. Not up to snuff here fellas. Just watched Million Dollar Baby. That certainly didn't help. Life is suck lately.
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • reeltrouble1
    reeltrouble1 Posts: 9,312
    edited February 2009
    F1nut wrote: »
    The Audio Pimp simply changed names. The new business name is MSS HiFi with the same owner now selling new as well as used gear.

    They may have changed names but the service/representation of this company has not seemed to be changed. Not a place I would do business with, I know a couple members here with issues besides this.

    I believe this company displays an attitude of "just get it out the door" sales tatics and then "we will worry about it later".

    Sorry you got nipped George.

    RT1
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  • SKsolutions
    SKsolutions Posts: 1,820
    edited February 2009
    MSS, Mangled Scratched Stereo ? Just a stab.
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  • W WALDECKER
    W WALDECKER Posts: 900
    edited February 2009
    Hey George,Is JB Audio A-hole going to do anything to compensate for the Amature packing job and the associated damage caused by it or should the Audiowebsite smear tactics begin on these unsuspecting idiots. I am ready if you are.thanks....WCW III
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited May 2009
    Ironic,, but on Fen 23,, I started this post,,, today (5-23) I picked these up from Benny@ Modular Electronics, in Roswell, Georgia,, a northern suburb of Atlanta. It seems like an eternity has passed since I first opened the shipping boxes and saw the broken power switch and scarred faceplate,,after dropping them off,,I learned that most of the bias pots,,caps, and other little electronis gizmos had to be replaced,,Benny was very upbeat and seemed to be excited about these,as he used to own a pair(he musta' been very familar with them,as I took them in without the faceplates, and he knew exactly what they were), he took his time,, called me, asked me what kind/type speakers would I be driving, driver size etc.He threw out the option of modding them to run with 6L6's,,, about a week ago he called and said they ere ready.I asked him how did they sound,and he told me that previously,I had been listening to high quality distortion,, today, he took me into his listening area,, tubes galore,, sofa,,turntable,extremely comfortable,,there were the VTL's,sitting in the floor,,ready to start the show.As my wife and I sat there,, Benny stood off to my right,, like the Captain of a ship,,for the next 20 minutes,,I smiled,laughed,almost cried and experienced multiple "eargasms",, those were my puppies on the floor puttin' on a show for us,,obivously Benny was proud of his work,, damn right,, he should be,, this man has golden hands,, and rightfully so,, he is the tube guy of Georgia,, , he is kind,honest and straight to the point,,and polite. When it was time to pay for his services,, it was very Reasonable,,actually,, I expected more,, and would have been willing to do so. How do they sound? Soundstage,,wide,,deep,instrument placement is outstanding,vocals are smooth,, it's like you are sitting center stage,,just a few rows back,,Perfect for my tastes.He also builds/makes custom pre-amps,with or without phono,,,jawdropping good. So now the mono's are back home,and I'm enjoying sitting just a few rows back :cool:;)

    Thank you,and God Bless,life is good,, sorry for the long post,just wanted to share this experience---george

    Benny Amina,,Modular Electronics
    www.aminaaudio.com


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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,987
    edited May 2009
    Outstanding GD, enjoy brother.
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  • F1nut
    F1nut Posts: 50,460
    edited May 2009
    I'm glad the story has a happy ending.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited May 2009
    Great news George, thanks for not yelling at and blaming us!:D
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,663
    edited May 2009
    That super George. Glad everything worked out. Enjoy.
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • Mike Reeter
    Mike Reeter Posts: 4,315
    edited May 2009
    "Eargasims" Well worth the wait I'd say...the girls look much better now...enjoy
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited May 2009
    F1nut wrote: »
    I'm glad the story has a happy ending.
    I love happy endings.
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  • amulford
    amulford Posts: 5,020
    edited May 2009
    JB (Jackass ****) Audio...

    ****, they should know better. Shipping damage, huh? F#ck 'em, right in the pie hole...
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