Bake-off/Social/Community Thread

Discussion in 'Hi-Fi and General Audio' started by RobHolt, Oct 20, 2010.

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    RobHolt Moderator

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    Got some interesting kit or system you want to demonstrate to other members?

    Want to host a music day/evening?

    Want to arrange a listening session or group review?

    Like to get members together for a curry, or perhaps a night at a good pub for some team bonding ( :) ) ?

    Is there something you'd really like to hear that another forum member might own?

    Post your ideas and request here - don't be shy.
     
    RobHolt, Oct 20, 2010
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    bottleneck talks a load of rubbish

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    One demo that I'd like to hear -

    Wyred 4 sound
    vs
    Weiss dac
    vs
    Audiolab cd/dac
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    twisted pear dac


    4 different implementations of what many people consider to be one of the best DAC chips around.

    who has what folks? m4 corridor?
     
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    No a lot of interest in this.
    I'll remove the sticky - dead stickies just cause clutter.
    If it suddenly springs to life we can reconsider.
     
    RobHolt, Nov 10, 2010
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    bottleneck talks a load of rubbish

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    I can offer a bake-off for anybody wanting to hear some DIY horns (TAD), and valves.

    Due to neighbours (soundproofing work not complete yet) it would have to be a week-day day time bake off.

    I'm thinking couple of hours during the day, a lunchtime bake off.

    Would probably suit self-employed, retired, or other who can get time off in day time.

    Location - Reading, there is parking.

    If interested send PM.
     
    bottleneck, Nov 11, 2010
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    TonyL Club Krautrock Plinque

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    Any chance you could move up north? ;)

    If I'm ever nearby I'd really love to hear that kit.

    Tony.
     
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    YNMOAN Trade - AudioFlat

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    Day time events are difficult to generate interest in unfortunately. For most people that work, a weekend event is the only realistic option.
     
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    bottleneck talks a load of rubbish

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    Hi Ynmoan

    Yes, I fear you may be right. We will see how it goes.

    If there is no interest I can try after soundproofing work is carried out in a month or more.
     
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    If anyone fancies a little get together in December (three + me max) I'll do a burning vinyl to hard disc themed day. Just showing how it can be done and what results you can expect.

    Nothing heavy, emphasis will be on having some fun and a pleasant day with drink and food provided.
    Post or PM if interested and we can fix a date.
     
    RobHolt, Nov 12, 2010
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    flatpopely Trade - AudioFlat

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    Rob.

    I am interested. I could do with a definitive guide to vinyl recording. My efforts are getting better but still variable.

    Andrew.
     
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    Paul Ranson

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    I'd be up for that, although I pretty much know how to do it. I have a couple of portable ADC options and some DIY software on the go.

    Paul
     
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    peez

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    id love to hear some classic speakers - ls3's , quads , harbeths etc.
     
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    I'd love to come along if there's room, (depending on the date of course).
     
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    Good stuff chaps, I'll look at sorting something.
    Dec if possible but definitely Jan if not as I know Dec can get a bit hectic.
     
    RobHolt, Nov 13, 2010
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