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Post by optical on Nov 19, 2021 10:41:13 GMT
I've never really been to one before, closest I've got is forcing family or friends against their will to be blasted by my stereo sub setup, which they were mostly less than enthusiastic about . . . .
I would think it will be most interesting for everyone to see how far (or not) hifi in general (but especially digital) has come in the last few years. Although having said that it will also be a chance for some to see just how much development and effort has gone into certain phono stages born of this parish (me for one).
If I can carve out the time I'll be well up for it.
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 19, 2021 10:47:14 GMT
I've never really been to one before, closest I've got is forcing family or friends against their will to be blasted by my stereo sub setup, which they were mostly less than enthusiastic about . . . . I would think it will be most interesting for everyone to see how far (or not) hifi in general (but especially digital) has come in the last few years. Although having said that it will also be a chance for some to see just how much development and effort has gone into certain phono stages born of this parish (me for one). If I can carve out the time I'll be well up for it. A Bakeoff is for everyone and everything. Weird and wonderful stuff has cropped up in the past and spawned great ideas for systems. I bought a Luxman Avance amplifier off the back of one and had it not made an appearance at the Bakeoff, id never have known about it. I bought a Krell too lol |
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Post by stryder5 on Nov 19, 2021 11:45:19 GMT
Is it really going to be something completely different? Peaky Blinders theme! Gary |
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Post by macca on Nov 19, 2021 11:57:43 GMT
I can maybe manage to attend if it's within striking distance.
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 19, 2021 12:01:46 GMT
I can maybe manage to attend if it's within striking distance. Wouldnt hurt if it was close to you Macca. Just need a suitable venue. |
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Post by macca on Nov 19, 2021 12:10:30 GMT
Doesn't have to be close, maybe within 50 mile or so.
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Post by alit on Nov 19, 2021 13:25:43 GMT
Sounds good Oli, I'd be up for it.
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 19, 2021 14:03:00 GMT
Sounds good Oli, I'd be up for it. Fantastic mate. It would be great to see you here. |
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Post by mikeyb on Nov 19, 2021 14:29:00 GMT
Sounds good Oli, I'd be up for it. watch out Oli he'll make you an offer you can't refuse 😉😂  |
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Post by macca on Nov 19, 2021 14:41:32 GMT
no with Scottish Mafia they make you an offer you can't understand.
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 19, 2021 15:13:06 GMT
no with Scottish Mafia they make you an offer you can't understand. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Class...10/10 macca. |
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Post by alit on Nov 19, 2021 16:45:18 GMT
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Post by mikeyb on Nov 19, 2021 16:49:26 GMT
no with Scottish Mafia they make you an offer you can't understand.  |
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Post by firebottle on Feb 3, 2022 16:45:22 GMT
STRAW POLL
I have looked at a pub style venue in Dudley, there is a Travelodge in Dudley town centre within 2 miles for those that would need to stay over.
There is the choice of a small 8 x 5m or large 10 x 8.5m function room with drinks and Indian style food available.
I need an idea of numbers to possibly book one or other room, proposed date is Saturday 26th March. Depending on everyone's diary the day could be Sunday and the date altered to suit.
Please feedback here.
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Post by electronumpty on Feb 3, 2022 16:56:06 GMT
Indian food , I'm sold. Sat preferably.
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 3, 2022 16:57:41 GMT
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Post by lurch on Feb 3, 2022 17:16:24 GMT
Indian is good, 25/26 is pushing it for me due to staff shortages (holidays) at work, but could do anywhen in April.
Kit I can bring.
Bardo/12"Enterprise/RSP
Lector CDP7TL
MFA Baby Reference
Pimped Black Ice DSD DAC
Audio-GD DI-2014
Nord One UP SE NC500Ms
Icon Audio MB845SEs
Kef 104ab
Take your pick.
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Post by misterc on Feb 3, 2022 17:54:23 GMT
Happy to pop along as well chaps
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Post by sq225917 on Feb 3, 2022 18:07:48 GMT
Looks decent if rather reflective acoustically.
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 3, 2022 18:09:20 GMT
Looks decent if rather reflective acoustically. Agreed. Wondered if there is somewhere to hang some moving blankets? |
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Post by lurch on Feb 3, 2022 18:21:01 GMT
Think I still have some spring loaded market stall tarp clips (big bulldog type) to hold duvets/blankets to those pelmets.
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Post by electronumpty on Feb 3, 2022 18:50:54 GMT
Looks like a squat themed party developing - blankets for curtains etc 🤣
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 3, 2022 20:05:38 GMT
Looks like a squat themed party developing - blankets for curtains etc 🤣 We'll board the windows to give an authentic feel. |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 3, 2022 20:44:01 GMT
And replace the toilet paper with a phone directory?
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 3, 2022 21:23:03 GMT
And replace the toilet paper with a phone directory? Newspaper |
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Post by sq225917 on Feb 3, 2022 22:04:20 GMT
I can bring a decent rug...
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Post by Bigman80 on Feb 3, 2022 22:15:59 GMT
I can bring a decent rug... Accepted....lol We should try to get as many bodies in that room as we possibly can. It's been too long since there was a decent gathering. |
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Post by stevew on Feb 3, 2022 22:55:57 GMT
Hoping to be allowed out to play by the end of March
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Post by antonio on Feb 4, 2022 0:45:50 GMT
Great work Alan in finding somewhere, I'm pretty sure the date you have chosen would be ideal for two of us. With John (Lurch) unable to make it, would still be happy to push back to April, but will check with my brother for any no no date. The amount of kit that could be brought along, I guess we need about one week to get it all listened to |
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Post by antonio on Feb 4, 2022 9:33:00 GMT
The only date for April which we could not make would be the weekend of the 30th and 1st May. Saturday or Sunday would be ok for us. When we have a date I'll list a few bits that I could bring along.
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