Wow! Many years ago as a lowly Airman I ran across a dealer in Hawaii who was VERY generous. Even though I knew about the "High-End" I never thought I would be able to afford it. Much to my surprise and benefit, this dealer built my first system:
Maggie Tympani 1D
CJ MV45a
AI Dual Mono
VPI HW19
Syrnx Tone arm
Koetsu Black
From then on I've been hooked on great audio. The system was all used of course, except the table and cartridge. In exchange, I referred MANY soldiers who heard my system to him and he extended the same benefits to them and for the 4 years I was there this relationship flourished as he let me try new gear, etc.
I've tried finding him to this day with no luck. But I'll always be grateful.
Maggie Tympani 1D
CJ MV45a
AI Dual Mono
VPI HW19
Syrnx Tone arm
Koetsu Black
From then on I've been hooked on great audio. The system was all used of course, except the table and cartridge. In exchange, I referred MANY soldiers who heard my system to him and he extended the same benefits to them and for the 4 years I was there this relationship flourished as he let me try new gear, etc.
I've tried finding him to this day with no luck. But I'll always be grateful.