I walked it last year and lived to tell the tale. There is a sidewalk along E Washington ST. The only sketchy part is where you cross the entrance/exit to Hwy 101. Definitely be vigilant there. There are marked crosswalks and pedestrian lights, but drivers there don't seem to know what pedestrians are so make eye contact.
Walking to the Community Centre from Best Western is fine. Just don't walk along the main highway. I walked east one block and took the roads less traveled. It made for a pleasant walk.
And if you plan to walk after dark, consider wearing brightly coloured clothing or something reflective to increase the odds of survival.
Tom
If you happen to own a Quasimodo or Cheapomodo test jig, those could tell you pretty quickly. Just review the contents of the Quasimodo Design Note's Appendix C ("Using Quasimodo and math"), then set up an experiment like Figure 17, and measure the Zenductor2 inductor that-a-ways. Voila, the self resonant frequency pops out.
Okay folks! I did a full DIYRM writeup on the Burning Amp Speaker-Camp Speaker. More later but I have to go help with the lawn. I'd really rather be chatting with you, but....I wish to not be in trouble.
Decisions, decisions... next year can you guys please make it so that we can both do the Speaker And Amp Camp builds?
Is there a way to get my hands on the Speaker? As a kit?
Thanks
Is there a way to get my hands on the Speaker? As a kit?
Thanks
@Gruesome I'm sure you get two monoblock Zenductor II amps if you're "two ears" comment referred to stereo sound. That was the case with last year's Zenductor Amp Camp.
Twice the building fun! The only question you need to consider is do you build one completely, then the other, or build both simultaneously 😆
Twice the building fun! The only question you need to consider is do you build one completely, then the other, or build both simultaneously 😆
Speaking of two amps, I'll be bringing two freshly finished ACA Mini's to do some AB testing with anyone's speakers who are willing. One is stock build and the other has @ClaudeG modifications. Otherwise they are identical builds (ok, the 3D printed feet are different colors).
After doing some AB listening Saturday, they will be donated in memory of @Toys4Boys (Mark Ozdoba) to the event (raffle or auction based on preference of event hosts).
Both have had music played for a little over an hour and they both sound great even on my cheapo test speakers. They each include a 5A SMPS PSU (not shown).
Details: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder, Vishay Dale Resistors, All resistors lifted off board, custom 3D printed feet, both biased per article to 0.3V for Vb and 11.5V for Vo. Boards were cleaned top and bottom thoroughly many times during the build with MG Chem 413B (they are shiny clean).
After doing some AB listening Saturday, they will be donated in memory of @Toys4Boys (Mark Ozdoba) to the event (raffle or auction based on preference of event hosts).
Both have had music played for a little over an hour and they both sound great even on my cheapo test speakers. They each include a 5A SMPS PSU (not shown).
Details: Cardas Quad Eutectic Solder, Vishay Dale Resistors, All resistors lifted off board, custom 3D printed feet, both biased per article to 0.3V for Vb and 11.5V for Vo. Boards were cleaned top and bottom thoroughly many times during the build with MG Chem 413B (they are shiny clean).
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There really isn't a good way to make that happen, unless we run multiple camps both days, and that's probably past what demand could carry.
Yes. There's most likely going to be a kit in the auction. Bring your big wallet and you can outbid everybody. All proceeds will to to BAF.
You will receive and build a stereo pair at camp.
There should be a set in the raffle or auction for lucky bidder.
Wait... Mark has passed??? That's a serious bummer, he was a great guy.
A very nice gesture have something in his memory.
Sad to read that .... life is life....... but again - we are always hoping it lasts 1000yrs
Can't believe it, I was exchanging emails with him a couple of weeks ago 🙁 May he rest in peace!
You can leave a post in the thread I started here on this site (link below), and/or for the one started by the family.
On a lighter note.... someone sent me the Lagunita beer list for this week.
How far is that place?
Should I buy a dozen donuts in case I get pulled over on the way back to the hotel?
How far is that place?
Should I buy a dozen donuts in case I get pulled over on the way back to the hotel?
I'll be bringing some PCBs and 3D printed parts for the raffle. What's the current barter ratio for PCB to Beer?
Good evening folks,
I unfortunately wont be able to make it to Mecca this year.
I had reserved a room at the best western and just cancelled it. So if you were looking for a room there, check their site or give the a call.
Cheers,
Jose
I unfortunately wont be able to make it to Mecca this year.
I had reserved a room at the best western and just cancelled it. So if you were looking for a room there, check their site or give the a call.
Cheers,
Jose
