Hi DDzStereo,
We're not that scary, just a weird looking bunch. You should see us in real life.
So, why weren't you there? And, just does a DDz Stereo look like anyway?
-Chris
We're not that scary, just a weird looking bunch. You should see us in real life.
So, why weren't you there? And, just does a DDz Stereo look like anyway?
-Chris
Actually I have been there, spent a long time speaking with you.
Other commitments took priority, perhaps next time
Other commitments took priority, perhaps next time
Since he was not there, let me describe what he would have seen.
A group of good looking, healthy audio experts all with a full head of hair celebrating the finer nuances of audio engineering at the cutting edge of industry knowledge.
My story... sticking to it!
A group of good looking, healthy audio experts all with a full head of hair celebrating the finer nuances of audio engineering at the cutting edge of industry knowledge.
My story... sticking to it!
Hi DDzStereo,
Cool, hope to see you again.
Hi wlowes,
I'll go with that. But, you forgot that we are all in the prime of our lives!
-Chris
Cool, hope to see you again.
Hi wlowes,
I'll go with that. But, you forgot that we are all in the prime of our lives!
-Chris
I have it on good authority that DDzStereo was jacuzzi surfing and injured himself.
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I totally agree. Except the ...........all with a full head of hair......... part 😀😀😀
Regards,
Thanks for the heads up... I did not know about Toronto Audiofest. My only chance to see/hear commercial brands. Before I retired there was always a business crisis that would get in the way. I look forward to having the freedom to attend.
This is like a mini HighEnd show as the one in Munich. If Kharma would be on display it be definitely worth while going there.
Admission is free. Just have to pay parking. If you have the time, it is not a bad way to spend a day. Usually it is held in late October and lasts 3 days (Friday to Sunday).
I usually go on the first day (Friday) - less crowded. "if" our group decided to participate in the DIY "show off", I can help out.
Good suggestion. I will attend Friday. I am focused on seeing the commercial equipment. I'll never buy any of it, but cool to see/hear what is out there.
Like visiting the Ferrari dealership. I look but do not buy.
Like visiting the Ferrari dealership. I look but do not buy.
+1
I bring a CD with brief selections from some of my favourite test pieces. Some vendors can't play it and some make excuses not to play it.
Last time I went, the suites had numerous vinyl recording set-ups. And special cables. What does that say about the sanity of the industry? Sad to see so many vendors who would rather cater to delusional and faddish buyers than devoted to advancing the SOTA.
(Hope I'm not hurting anybody's feelings.)
My treat is hearing large Martin Logan electrostats. Sure sound different to my ears compared to box speakers. Soooooo many boxes.
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I totally hear you. I have just been on the HighEnd show in Munich, and experienced myself the overwhelming sad silliness first hand. On all accounts mbl took the cake. They fabricate hopelessly overpriced and totally under performing yet beautiful looking electronic junk. Same goes for another well known company, seriously advertising they're flagship reference amplifier with a whopping 0.5% THD. WTF ?
But hey, if there is a market for this sad silliness, why not cover the demand and make a pretty penny on this ?
So I adjusted my expectations substantially lower, meaning don't expect too much other than pretty looking gear and hopeless high prices. As far as amplifier audio performance goes, there are some fellows on here that can easily blow these 'professionals' out of the water, beating 0.5% THD is not too hard even for a novice with little skill.
They will probably tell you the 0.5% THD is mainly 2nd order and makes the amp sound "warmer"... LOL
I normally meet a friend from Ryerson days (University now), so he's pretty much locked into a weekend day. I can ask if he wants to take a vacation day to attend on the Friday.
-Chris
-Chris
If you are bring our own gears, you can play whatever music you want😛
So, is anyone interested in showing off our diy stuffs? Actually if we demonstrate how good our diy stuffs are, I am worry that the organizer will not allow any diy gear "show off" next year due to objection from the vendors😀😀. Hey, I think it will be fun.
Well, the purpose of the show is to promote sales. So we really cannot fault the exhibitors, especially if the admission is free😀:.
Regards,
Attention fans of bass. Time to hear some. Best floor-shaking organ in Toronto is St. Pauls Bloor, 227 Bloor EAST. Honour-ware ("free") concert that seems to include the showy French organ music, Sunday Sep 15, 3 PM. 416-961-8116.