Thanks Jerry. Thanks George.

ben62670
ben62670 Posts: 15,969
edited November 2009 in The Clubhouse
Today was a special day. My buds picked me up and took me out. We hit a couple audio stores, and an antique store. While at my house they got an ear on my new tube gear. They were impressed with it, but it seemed like it was favoring the left channel. One of the two right channel tweets was out. Luckily I had a spare replacement dome. I just wish I had fixed it while they were still here. I scored 14 albums at a dollar each. George scored a few records, and Jerry got a new cartridge, and a new record. We aslo met up with Russ(hoosier). Jerry got a set of speakers from him. It was a great day. I would just like to say thanks again to these guys.
Ben
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Thanks
Ben
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  • thsmith
    thsmith Posts: 6,082
    edited November 2009
    Nice ! Hard to beat friends like that !
    Speakers: SDA-1C (most all the goodies)
    Preamp: Joule Electra LA-150 MKII SE
    Amp: Wright WPA 50-50 EAT KT88s
    Analog: Marantz TT-15S1 MBS Glider SL| Wright WPP100C Amperex BB 6er5 and 7316 & WPM-100 SUT
    Digital: Mac mini 2.3GHz dual-core i5 8g RAM 1.5 TB HDD Music Server Amarra (memory play) - USB - W4S DAC 2
    Cables: Mits S3 IC and Spk cables| PS Audio PCs
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  • Tony M
    Tony M Posts: 11,566
    edited November 2009
    Sounds like you guys had a memoral day hangin. Those days are to far and between it seems for most people these days. Glad you could do it.
    Most people just listen to music and watch movies. I EXPERIENCE them.

    “Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured.”
    --Mark Twain.

    “If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.” - Steven Wright
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,945
    edited November 2009
    That's an outstanding round up of classic Polkies. Watch your back with Russ though.....he's a sneaky fella'. :eek:

    :D
    ~ 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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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2009
    Russ is a cheerful sort of guy. Full of smiles. We were talking about getting together and doing the rounds on a monthly basis. Good friends and tunes are some of the better things in life. I know I have said it before, but I wish all my Polk family was close.
    Ben

    Edit: Polkies need to hang out with Polkies. Make the effort guys. Some O the newbs don't get 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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  • fossy
    fossy Posts: 1,378
    edited November 2009
    --- turn up the tunes ---
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,945
    edited November 2009
    ben62670 wrote: »
    I know I have said it before, but I wish all my Polk family was close.
    No doubt...................NO doubt. ;)
    ~ 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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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2009
    I miss ya bro. I hope to see ya sometime again.
    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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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited November 2009
    Great stuff Ben.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2009
    You sir are one I wished lived way close.
    Love ya Joe.
    Ben
    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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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,945
    edited November 2009
    After the holidays bro'. Cain't do **** 'til then.

    I'll bring down some goodies when I come.
    ~ 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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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2009
    Can we spoon?
    Edit: in a completely heterosexual kinda way:eek:
    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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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited November 2009
    eeeeewwwwwwww!!!!
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,945
    edited November 2009
    Calm down, calm down. Maybe when I get there if you cook me breakfast and give me a good back massage behauch....
    ~ 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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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,136
    edited November 2009
    He walked on my back the last time he was here.
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  • daboyz
    daboyz Posts: 5,207
    edited November 2009
    Great deal mi amigo!! Polkies are the greatest!!:D

    No spooning,OK?;)
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2009
    Get me drinking and I will do anything for a friend:eek:
    Tom how do you like your eggs? Over easy? How bout some sausage HeHe. Can I show you my tube?
    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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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 19,945
    edited November 2009
    Whoa, whoa, whoa..............:eek::eek::eek:
    ~ 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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  • daboyz
    daboyz Posts: 5,207
    edited November 2009
    ^^^^^^^^^^^

    I feel violated and I'm not even you.:D:D
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited November 2009
    We had planned to visit 3 places but only got 2 in.We went to Audio Alternative, Thiel,Vandy's,Audio Research,VPI,Dynavector,Maggies,IIRC the entire lineups of the speakers were well represented,,oh yeah Mac too.Lots of gear for sale that was taken in on trade as well,about 5 or 6 rooms full of gear plus the main showroom,,all in all,at least 10 rigs,,serious vinyl as well.The owner is pumped,so that made it fun,no pressure,he knew that we were not buying,but he treated us like he did his paying customers,just a great experience,I'll be back for sure.The most impressive rig(for me) were the Vandy 3A's,,WOW,huge soundstage,spot on imaging,,and bass to let you feel the music.The big Maggies were nice,,the higher end Vandys as well,,but those 3's were just so easy to listen to.Next stop was Audio Atlanta,,where Jerry got a cartridge on his way to the rabbit hole.Pete is the turntable "guru" in the Atlanta circles,and has Tannoy,Rogue,PS Audio, and a plethora of tweaks,,not to mention his tt setup area,,did ya'll SEE that microscope?
    All of a sudden,who should appear before us with a big smile ?? Russ (hoosier21),as our eyes got bigger as we glanced at his sleigh,,Jerry spied some Vandersteens',,had his name on em' so we had to make room ,,we then went around the corner to the antiques store,,multiple bins of dollar a pop records,once inside we found the usual suspects, but upon looking closer,vintage gear abounds,Phase Linear,Citation,Oracle,Electrovoice,oscilloscopes,,RTR's,,and another "record shop" inside, with pre owned and new releases,,,and alot of Mo-Fi pressings,almost sending the brain into overload.A place that you could spend at least 3 hours in
    As we left,with the sun setting,,I heard a faint,"happy listening to all, and to all a good night",,as I looked,I saw hoosiers big smile as he drove out of sight, for he had many more stops before he calls it a night.

    A true story--the force is strong :cool:
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • hoosier21
    hoosier21 Posts: 4,415
    edited November 2009
    nice holiday twist to the story George. good seeing everyone, more get togeters are needed for sure, but no spooning please.

    I told you guys that antique store had some nice goodies.

    Russ
    Dodd - Battery Preamp
    Monarchy Audio SE100 Delux - mono power amps
    Sony DVP-NS999ES - SACD player
    ADS 1230 - Polk SDA 2B
    DIY Stereo Subwoofer towers w/(4) 12 drivers each
    Crown K1 - Subwoofer amp
    Outlaw ICBM - crossover
    Beringher BFD - sub eq

    Where is the remote? Where is the $%#$% remote!

    "I've always been mad, I know I've been mad, like the most of us have...very hard to explain why you're mad, even if you're not mad..."
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  • george daniel
    george daniel Posts: 12,096
    edited November 2009
    Russ,, that antique store was like going back in time,, nice scenery abounds.;)
    Thank you sir.
    JC approves....he told me so. (F-1 nut)
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,669
    edited November 2009
    Congrats guys on the great time.
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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