DC Metro


I was wondering if there is any interest in a DC area audio or audio/video society. About twelve years ago, I was one of the founders of the Greater South Bay Audiophile Society in the Los Angeles area and had a great time attending the meetings, learning more about the synergy of products, and meeting great people and listening to the different types of music these people brought to the meetings. We held monthly meetings, either at member's homes or at local audio stores, and had manufacturers come in and demonstrate their latest gear. I moved to Northern Virginia about ten years ago and didn't find a similar group in the area. An attempt at forming a group about six or seven years ago did not generate much interest, but from talking to some of the people I've met recently, there may be enough of an interest to try again.
For full disclosure, I started up a part-time home-based audio business early last year. The first planning meeting could be held at our showroom and we could listen to some of the new products we've recently added to our lines. Some may see this as a conflict of interest, and since I am not planning on being one of the officers or prime movers of the society, we could have the meeting elsewhere. The bottom line is anyone interested?
thelser
I live on Capitol Hill, and I would definitely be interested in meeting up if we could get a crew together. I'd like to see and hear more about other people's systems, and we could do cool stuff like bring our CD players or cables to shootouts so we can hear each other's gear.
I live in Bethesda and would be interested. I know of a few others that would be into it as well. FWIW, there is a local Bottlehead contingent that meets about once per quarter.

Great idea.

Hat
Good news! Looks like the startup meeting for the audio club for the MetroDC area is going to be held on Saturday, June 10th. The location will be at F2 Audio, 7105 Marbury Court, Falls Church, VA 22046. Exact time of the meeting is yet to be determined, but we are looking at a having a start time of around 6:30. Please note that the store is open by appointment only. Further details are at www.f2audio.com. We’ll have a planning session, demo/compare some gear and setup options, listen to some of the great music I’m sure you’ll bring along, share ideas and insights, and generally get to know one another. More details will be forthcoming as we get closer. I look forward to seeing all of you. Tell a friend and bring a friend/significant other!