Hello:
Sorry for no posts/replies, have had pneumonia.
If we need a leader I will volunteer. Looking forward to this.
Win |
Greetings:
I'm in the Rochester, NY area and would like to see at least a discussion group. As Syracuse has Plainville Farms that would count as automatic inclusion as Buffallo would be.
As an offside I would love to see the definitions of "Upstate NY." |
Well we are the Audio six which will change as members come and go.
As we enter this do we wish distinction between : tube vs SS, vintage vs new, modified vs non modifies, analog vs digital?
Those are not critical questions, but will help with a feeling of what we like.
Geographically, where would we like boudaries? (Personally, I'm happy with Plainville Farms for lunch or dinner in Depew. (Turkey lover)
again, all I post are my own opinions. So:
I like vintage tubve, but also some SS.
Some mods have been done but mainly to keep in spec.
I like the debates over analog vs digital.
My main theory is that there is no perfect system. We all have different hearing curves, we all have different budgets and musical tastes. So what I have is not what I would call perfection. If a system sounds good to a person, that is what counts and no pouncing on anyone for someting they own.
Win whl248 |
Okay, I've seen two replies come to my inbox.
My opinion is setting some criteriea BEFORE we drive numerous miles to meet and then be not too happy as it is not what we want or expect.
In my last post I mentioned some criteria for what may be desired. If acceptable, why not go through that and see.
I have McIntosh and Scott tube equipment, with some McIntosh, Yamaha, Adcom, NAD, and Technics SS.
Within the above, I have full separates, tuner/pre-amps, and Receivers. I tend toward 2 channel and if I want to listen to better sound that HT, I can run my Television audio through my two channel.
Speakers: Klipsch is my main source, Paradigm Mini-Monitors with PDR 10 sub.
What I would like to get from an Audio club is good dicussion of equipment, new ideas and a sharing of resources and ideas.
With that, I would ask all to post/contact me and we go forward. We have 3 interested by posts this month. There were another 3 that I would like to hear from. (Can you tell I've chaired many meetings?).
I am in Rochester, by the airport, a Crime/Loss Prevention Specialist and have given seminars regarding tube audio, tube values and such. I do not sell or promote any systems, I have my own 3 way - door sensors, PIRs, and trigger alarma if a piece is disconnected or lited. So there is no hidden agenda.
Okay now let's answer the questions, hear from the others and get moving. |
Okay we are now 3. We have a start. A suggestion of the first Saturday in February has been made with equi-distance traveling.
Three of us have shown support for the formation. Mention of not frequent meetings has been mentioned - As I have chaired many Committees, I hold the thought of regular meetings without a good reason to be true.
Will all others intersested drop me an e and we can go a little farther and look at an agenda and meeting place.
I thank all that have responded so far and request the numerous others to venture out and contact me.
To all I wish the best of Holiday Seasons, a hope and a note for true Peace on Earth and may it happen as through a Miracle so that Family Members will be home. All of these tidings extend to not only the Posters but their Family and loved ones as well. |
Hello:
I have received 3 answers, we are not esoteric. I believe that we can all learn from each other.
The first Saturday in February for a lunch has been offered as a first time meeting. Where to be determined, but we will try for equal travel distance.
As I read these threads a number from Syracuse have shown interest. We extend an invitation to you and Buffalo Residents. This will not only a learning group but review products, come up with different mods or tweaks. Not only can we benefit in knowledge but can "co-op" buying so that some needed things can be bought at a lowerprice by buying a number of units all at once. Please make contact soon - just a line to show interest There is sense in at least 1 meeting, then email contacts and meet only when there is a good reason.
So for all that posted, we're doing what all of you posted that you want. Come on out of the woodwork. This sounds very good in those that replied to me. Contact me ASAP! There will be passing no judgements or criticism. Comparisons we may do, but there is the learning factor. Contact me or for courtesy decline. It's up to you.
Thanks |
Hello
It looks like 2/7 is a good day.
now we have where - by majority
topics - open forum
components - have had or thinking of getting
points of meeting after 2/7 - observe, listen to systems
General Rule: as long as it sounds good to the owner, that's what's counts. We all have our own hearing curve. No system should have nrgative comments. If the person wishes an opinion, only positive, constructive.
Equipment for sale or trade - members have first choice at the lowest price before eBay or any other sales venue.
Comments, ideas are welcome to better the "club." A name would also be fun.
Get back to me.
Whl248 |
Anyone not frozen or snow bound please post so we can at least get an idea of how many are interested.
Whl248 |
I apologize for no contact/posting. I have had a family member in the Intensive Care Unit, she passed at 2:04 A.M.
I will not be able to make the meeting due to Funeral Arrangements.
Is there another date that would fit?
Thanks and apologies,
Win |
Thank you for thoughts and condolences.
Now all we have left are memorial thank yous and a "tribute" for our local paper.
I am about 79 miles from Syracuse. I agree to do it right. I am open to ideas.
Win |
We have not had a meeting as of yet - it has had to due with circumstances connected to me - a funeral and some tests I have had to have that became more immediate.
I have my calendar free now.
From what I have been sent and by the posts, this group is geared to meeting each other, discussing the pros and cons of audio - accuracy, timbre, life span of components, and many other areas. We will keep in mind hearing curve differentials, space and size relations, tube vs Solid State, etc., all with no idea to decide tube is best, SS is better - there are too many variables.
So for a first meeting, we have people from Syracuse, Buffalo, Rochester and all of their surrounding areas. Since I live in Rochester, it would not be fair for me to decide the first meeting place.
Rome is within Upstate New York, so there is no problem with anyone from that area.
The first meeting would focus on what we own, feel, want to own and sharing knowledge as opinions, as they would be that. I have worked with sound for 30+ years, - home, Recording: live or studio and all that you learn coming up the ranks.
For all: how does the last Saturday in February or the first Saturday in March sound? Also cast your ballot for location.
Win |
