Chicago Polkfest???

[MikeC78]

Hello guys!

I haven't been around lately due to travel back from Iraq and family issues. Long story short, my wife was recently in the hospital for an aneurism. Everything is well now(thank God), she came home yesterday afternoon.

polksda-

Yes, I'm mostly setup for HT. I have the Toshiba XA1 and the Sammy BR player soon to be replaced with the Panny. You are more than welcome to bring the PS3 as we can compare to see if there is a difference at all?

Anything else I've missed out on in the last few weeks??

Merry Christmas everyone!

Mike

[halo]

Hello guys!

I haven't been around lately due to travel back from Iraq and family issues. Long story short, my wife was recently in the hospital for an aneurism. Everything is well now(thank God), she came home yesterday afternoon.

polksda-

Yes, I'm mostly setup for HT. I have the Toshiba XA1 and the Sammy BR player soon to be replaced with the Panny. You are more than welcome to bring the PS3 as we can compare to see if there is a difference at all?

Anything else I've missed out on in the last few weeks??

Merry Christmas everyone!

MikeMerry Christmas Mike! You home for good?

Thank God is right! That had to be scary! I can't even imagine it. Glad everything turned out ok :)

Nah, you haven't missed much - this thread has stalled but I'm still working on stuff :)

I'll send ya a pm :)

[MikeC78]

Merry Christmas Mike! You home for good?

Thank God is right! That had to be scary! I can't even imagine it. Glad everything turned out ok :)

Nah, you haven't missed much - this thread has stalled but I'm still working on stuff :)

I'll send ya a pm :)


Yes, home for good!:) :)

I will never go back!:eek:

Mike

[McLoki]

Hey, welcome back - cant wait to get together.

Get your speakers set up yet??? :D :D

Michael

[MikeC78]

Hey, welcome back - cant wait to get together.

Get your speakers set up yet??? :D :D

Michael

Thanks! The speakers are connected!

The LSi's are a HUGE step above the RTi's in my rig and they aren't even properly setup yet!:eek:

The more I listen to them, the bigger the grin I get on my face!:D

Mike

[halo]

The more I listen to them, the bigger the grin I get on my face!:D

MikeThat what its all about! Glad your back :)

[Lowell_M]

Halo, Welcome back to the states! Thank you, sincerely, for your service in Iraq! Glad to hear your wife is doing fine also.

Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[halo]

Halo, Welcome back to the states! Thank you, sincerely, for your service in Iraq! Glad to hear your wife is doing fine also.

Merry Christmas to you and your family!MikeC78 just got back broham. ;) I've been here the whole time :) I'll echo your thanks to him for his service :)

[MikeC78]

Halo, Welcome back to the states! Thank you, sincerely, for your service in Iraq! Glad to hear your wife is doing fine also.

Merry Christmas to you and your family!

:D

Thank you Halo for your services, I'll give you all the glory!;) I do thank you for all that you've done.:cool:

a_mattison-

Yes, it was me that was gone. Thanks...

[Lowell_M]

:D

Thank you Halo for your services, I'll give you all the glory!;) I do thank you for all that you've done.:cool:

a_mattison-

Yes, it was me that was gone. Thanks...

:rolleyes: I knew that....really. For some reason I typed the wrong name. Thank you for your services too, Halo. :D

[MikeC78]

If there's still room, I'd like to attend. Bloomington's only about 45 minutes away.

I realize that this is primarily an audio event, but just wanted to float this idea:

The host said that he's primarily set up for HT use. If there's any interest in A/B-ing the new HD formats (both audio and video) I can provide a Toshiba HD-A1 (HD-DVD) and Sony PS3 (Blu-Ray) as well as 20+ BR titles and 60+ HD-DVD titles... by then I'm likely to have a boatload more of both formats...

Don't worry about bringing the PS3, I picked one up a few days ago.:)

You are more than welcome to bring over some BR titles though.

I have a few titles as of now, BHD, Tears of the Sun, Pearl Harbor, and Ice Age.

Mike

[polksda]

Don't worry about bringing the PS3, I picked one up a few days ago.:)

You are more than welcome to bring over some BR titles though.

I have a few titles as of now, BHD, Tears of the Sun, Pearl Harbor, and Ice Age.

Mike

Seems like most folks who are "serious" about HD are ultimately picking up a player of each flavor; only way to get the best of both worlds until someone comes up with a universal player... doesn't look like either format is going away anytime soon.

Even the older titles on the 2 formats that people often complain about being soft (Total Recall-BR, Stargate-BR, 1976 King Kong-French HD-DVD, The Fugitive-HD-DVD, amongst others) are *still* leaps and bounds above what the SD-DVDs look like. Contrary to what many people think, releasing something in HD doesn't "magically" refilm and remaster everything to make it look like today's CGI-ized films...

But I digress... between the 2 formats I'm now over 100 titles, so I'll have plenty to bring; will check in as we get closer to the event, so that I don't duplicate titles you already own. :)

[MikeC78]

Yep, you pretty much nailed it right on the head!

You sure do have a lot of titles, we'll compare like you said as we get closer to the event.

I'm really getting excited about this, I can't wait! :D

Mike

[ninerbj]

Just found out my wife and I will be passing threw the area on our way to Toronto. Mind if we stop by for a few hours?

Brad

[MikeC78]

Sorry, we won't be home If you are refering to me in Bloomington?

Mike

[ninerbj]

I was refering to the Gathering on the 30th of June

[MikeC78]

I was refering to the Gathering on the 30th of June

LOL!:D Sorry, I'm a little out of it, I thought you meant today! Sure, Halo will only add you to the list for a few hours so make it short!;)

Mike

[halo]

Halo will only add you to the list for a few hours so make it short!;)

MikeDone.

updated head count @ 21 ish:


Halo
Joey_V
a_mattison
HTrookie
heiney9
F1nut
Polk65
McLoki
opus
brettw22
Demiurge
Shizelbs
ND13
dkg999
PolkThug
zombie boy 2000
fireshoes
dagame27
cstpeter
polksda
ninerbj (3 hour admission. Admit two)

[wodom1]

Tonight is the first time I ever noticed this thread. I may be able to attend if there's space left and if there's nothing going on at work that weekend. Summer is the heart of construction season, so I'm usually pretty busy. I won't be able to say until much later if I will be able to make it, but if I do, I could carry several people from Chicago in my Durango, or, since I work at O'Hare airport, I could probably pick up anyone who's flying in...

[tonyb]

Dude,you know your ass will be out on the project...weekend before the 4th of july...count on it.I may even request you,depending on where I am at.:D

[TennesseeOutlaw]

First of all, am I too late to participate in this? Secondly, someone earlier in the thread wanted to compare some pre/pro's and wanted to know if anyone had an Outlaw Audio pre/pro. I believe they wanted to cmpare Rotel and Nad maybe? I will have the Model 990 at this date.. Last of all, would anyone be attending this that is from TN? Car pool maybe?

[McLoki]

First of all, am I too late to participate in this? Secondly, someone earlier in the thread wanted to compare some pre/pro's and wanted to know if anyone had an Outlaw Audio pre/pro. I believe they wanted to cmpare Rotel and Nad maybe? I will have the Model 990 at this date.. Last of all, would anyone be attending this that is from TN? Car pool maybe?
Not from TN, (only about 45 min away from the event) but I wanted to compare the pre/pro's. If you could bring the outlaw, we will have the Rotel (opus has one) and the NAD (I have the T163). Would make for a fun shootout to see what we prefer with the LSi speakers....

Come on up...

Michael

Edit - location clarification.

[TennesseeOutlaw]

You are about 45 mins from TN? Well, do to my driving situation at the moment, I cant drive, (until 2016) I would have to catch a ride with someone. Or, I could fly up there.. Is there an airport close? O'hare the closest?

[McLoki]

You are about 45 mins from TN? Well, do to my driving situation at the moment, I cant drive, (until 2016) I would have to catch a ride with someone. Or, I could fly up there.. Is there an airport close? O'hare the closest?

Sorry, I am 45min away from Bloomington where it is being held.

There are 2 airports (of any size) closer than ohare (but you will probably have to fly through O'hare or St. Louis) Bloomington will be closest to the event (http://www.cira.com/) (it is being held there.) Airport code of BMI

Peoria is close as well (http://www.flypia.com/index.php) (about an hour away or so) and you could easily get a ride from there. (I can pick up you or anyone else there if needed) Airport code of PIA

Michael

[TennesseeOutlaw]

So is this a garaunteed date for the event? Ill check into some ticket prices and let someone know asap.. Thanks for the links Mike.

Josh

[Ricardo]

Hey Outlaw......before you buy any tickets, we all want to know why you cannot drive until 2016...nothing personal, but that, combined with your name...well...maybe there's something that would make me not want to receive you in my house?????:rolleyes: :rolleyes: ;)

[TennesseeOutlaw]

Hey Outlaw......before you buy any tickets, we all want to know why you cannot drive until 2016...nothing personal, but that, combined with your name...well...maybe there's something that would make me not want to receive you in my house?????:rolleyes: :rolleyes: ;)

I completely understand.. Well, unfortunately I drank and drove one too many times! I have had 4 DUI's in the last 5 years.. Thus, making me a habitual offender.. That is an automatic loss of license for 10 years.. I also did not consent to the chemical tests (thought this was to my benefit/ man was I wrong) and this adds an additional year to that. I have not driven for over two years to this point. To address the second portion of your question, "TennesseeOutlaw" the "Outlaw" comes from Outlaw Audio.. I just signed up for their "club" or whatever it is, and I signed up for Club Polk the same day.. Just thought it would be easier to remember..

FYI - I graduated High School with an Academics Honors Diploma. GPA 3.6

I have three years of college; however, I cant decide on a degree.

I have never been in trouble for anything in my life except of course the DUI's.
Just bad judgement calls/being in the wrong place at the wrong time/not learning my lesson the first time.

Im sure just about everyone in this forum has driven a time or two when they most definately should not have.

I hope that clarifies it up for you, and I will understand if I am not welcomed.. I havent been around on this site for very long and will not feel "86'd" for lack of a better term.. I plan on being on this site from this day forward, and if it takes time to build friendships and trust (as it should) that is not a problem with me.

Josh

[MikeC78]

Hello TennesseeOutlaw,

I would recommend you not purchasing any plane tickets as of yet. The date is tenative as of now, and might change as we get closer to June which is still quit a ways away. If you have any more questions you can PM "Halo" who is actually doing all the coordinating for this gathering.:cool: FYI, I'm just the host.;)

Also... Be advised that there is limited space to the event and the numbers might get slimmed down to a "first come, first serve" basis as we get closer. All depends upon on who bails out and who signed with my coordinator.:)

Mike

[TennesseeOutlaw]

Sounds good.. I had no immediate plans on buying tickets.. Just wanted to get an idea of prices.. Actually, I would be spending potential audio equipment money; nonetheless, I would love to meet everyone.. There seems to be quite a few people in this forum that are very audio savvy.. I have always had a very nice stereos and then HT's, but I am nowhere near some of you guys.. I may be up in Indiana (Hometown) around that time.. Thought if I was possibly I could catch a ride with Zombie. My hometown is about 30 mins from Louisville.. I have yet to speak with him either.. Plenty of time before the actual crunchtime, so we/I will just play it by ear.

Thanks,

Josh

[Ricardo]

Josh,

Thanks for the story; that's too bad you didn't ponderate the consequences of DUI...man...10 years without driving for sure makes you learn the lesson :)

[heiney9]

Josh,

Thanks for the story; that's too bad you didn't ponderate the consequences of DUI...man...10 years without driving for sure makes you learn the lesson :)

I agree a very harsh lesson. No judging here. There are many in your situation who say 'eff it and drive anyways. So sounds like you are willing to take the consequences and move on.

And yes, we'd all be fibbing if we said we never drove while drinking.

[TennesseeOutlaw]

Josh,

Thanks for the story; that's too bad you didn't ponderate the consequences of DUI...man...10 years without driving for sure makes you learn the lesson :)

You're telling me! My first one was dropped all together, so I actually have only three on my record.. Thank god I had a good lawyer everytime, cause the second, third, etc etc are felonies.. I have zero felonies and have spent no longer than time served in jail. (12-24 hours per instance)

[danger boy]

TennesseeOutlaw... and you're a bartender? :rolleyes:

sorry. i have to point out the obvious sometimes. No one else will do it. ;) :D

You're cool in my book. to admit to your wrong doings and own up to them.

[TennesseeOutlaw]

TennesseeOutlaw... and you're a bartender? :rolleyes:

sorry. i have to point out the obvious sometimes. No one else will do it. ;) :D

You're cool in my book. to admit to your wrong doings and own up to them.

Believe it or not, being behind the bar instead of sittin' in front of it is a very very good thing.. It keeps me from drinking.. I would love my job in a heartbeat if I was caught drinking behind the bar.. I work at a corporate owned Buffalo Wild Wings... That sh*t don't fly, and I have been there several years.. I would be gone in a blink of an eye.. We cannot even come in on our days off and drink!! (which I think is retarded) I had collegitus for several years after I stop going to college, or I wouldnt be in the situation im in now.. Not being able to drive for 11 years really sobers you up in a lot more ways than one.. I have a much better understanding of "freedoms" in which I wrongly confused with "rights." It has been tough, but I will persevere in the long run.. BTW, I just got my new K&N air filter for my scooter(LOL) and I got her up to 51 MPH!!!! Colder than hell sometimes, but ya do what ya gotta do!

Josh

[TroyD]

My .02....

I think at this point, y'all need to clarify a few things as, time is going to start ticking away.

1. Nail down a date....if you want folks to commit, they need a no shit date.
2. Venue: I'm gathering it's in Bloomington, IL? Ok, what's the basic layout of the abode? How many demo areas available
3. Gear. What sort of setups are going to be available?
4. Logistics/lodging. The locals need to chime in with the lay of the land

I don't mean this to be critical, however, at this point I think the host(s) need to start nailing down concrete specifics. For the rest of you guys, quit dicking up the thread, It's tough enough to decipher the pertinent facts in this thread (which should be largely informational) without wading through 8 pages of pissing matches (which I'm a big fan of but a thread like this needs to stay ON TOPIC)

If I could offer any advice on hosting an event, there really isn't much to it. The biggest thing is, in my mind, is the host HAS lay out what the guests can expect. Obviously, there is flexibility in terms of gear and so forth but if people know what to expect up front, it makes for a better experience

BDT

[disneyjoe7]

Well spoken words from one who should know the "Host man Himself" or HMH for short.

[opus]

Shoot... at least you have to admit that the Midwest polkies are an eager bunch. 291 posts and not even a date:D . This could rival the Tasteful babe thread for # of posts..

[Ricardo]

I thought we had closed on the last weekend of June....

[brettw22]

Hey guys......granted this has nothing to do with the fest, I'm going to be moving in the next 4 weeks or so and am selling some things that y'all might be interested in. Some is only really feasible on a local thing so check the following thread and let me know if y'all want anything. I can meet up with y'all if need be...........Thanks

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=48764

[MikeC78]

I thought we had closed on the last weekend of June....

Hello everyone,

Please accept my apologies for not responding for such a long time as I've been busy processing out of the military(a painful process!:( ). I finally made it home lastnight after traveling in my old reliable minivan about 2100 miles, another painful process to say the least!

Now, let's straighten out the confusion on what date our great Godfather "Halo" has set for our highly anticipated gathering. The date is still set for the last weekend of June, it hasn't changed. I believe some of us got thrown off when I used the word "tenative". Not to be pessimistic, the term was used rather loosely to mean in case of any emergencies that aroused the date would change. I believe we still all concur to this date?

Mike

[Ricardo]

Those dates are the ones I've been planning for, so they're fine for me.

So...what are you planning to do now???

[MikeC78]

My .02....

I think at this point, y'all need to clarify a few things as, time is going to start ticking away.

1. Nail down a date....if you want folks to commit, they need a no shit date.
2. Venue: I'm gathering it's in Bloomington, IL? Ok, what's the basic layout of the abode? How many demo areas available
3. Gear. What sort of setups are going to be available?
4. Logistics/lodging. The locals need to chime in with the lay of the land

I don't mean this to be critical, however, at this point I think the host(s) need to start nailing down concrete specifics. For the rest of you guys, quit dicking up the thread, It's tough enough to decipher the pertinent facts in this thread (which should be largely informational) without wading through 8 pages of pissing matches (which I'm a big fan of but a thread like this needs to stay ON TOPIC)

If I could offer any advice on hosting an event, there really isn't much to it. The biggest thing is, in my mind, is the host HAS lay out what the guests can expect. Obviously, there is flexibility in terms of gear and so forth but if people know what to expect up front, it makes for a better experience

BDT

Troy-

Everything has been discussed and brought up in this thread. Since you are too damn lazy to read through it;) , I'll reiterate myself...

1. Done. It was discussed and nailed down about a few months ago.

2. There will be at least three rigs up and running at once. I do have a finished basement which could house a few more, but then we run into a few accomodation issues... I don't have an elevator.

3. A whole bunch of gear:rolleyes: ... I'm not wading through all the pages, but it has been discussed.

4. There are several hotels close by, anything you find on the internet(by doing a search) in Bloomington is going to be close. If you find some in Normal, there will be a little more driving of maybe a few miles. Anything off of "Veteran's Parkway" will be your best bet.

Anything else I'm missing? I believe everything has been discussed, but if anyone has any questions please feel free to PM me or Halo.

Mike

[MikeC78]

Those dates are the ones I've been planning for, so they're fine for me.

So...what are you planning to do now???

:D Ha! Be a house daddy for a little while anyway...

I'll be busy this comming month, I'll be testing for the Normal Police Department. I have a few job offers already, still figuring out which route I want to take at this time?

Mike

[Ricardo]

Nice...house daddy listening to LSi15's all day ;)

[MikeC78]

Nice...house daddy listening to LSi15's all day ;)

:D Yep! I have a one year old daughter to listen to also.

[Polk65]

Anyone near Lisle able to hold onto some prints from Brett for me?

[wodom1]

Anyone near Lisle able to hold onto some prints from Brett for me?

I could hold on to them for you if Brett could get them to me in Chicago. Lisle is about 35 miles outside of Chicago. I hardly ever go out to the suburbs. Let me know if you want to try to work something out.

[Polk65]

Thanks! Let's see if anyone closer chimes in.

[SCompRacer]

I could do that for you. Lisle is like 25 minutes away from me. I'll send a PM to you and Brett with contact info.

[Polk65]

Thanks to Brett and Rich the prints are one step closer.

[TroyD]

Troy-

Everything has been discussed and brought up in this thread. Since you are too damn lazy to read through it;) , I'll reiterate myself...

1. Done. It was discussed and nailed down about a few months ago.

2. There will be at least three rigs up and running at once. I do have a finished basement which could house a few more, but then we run into a few accomodation issues... I don't have an elevator.

3. A whole bunch of gear:rolleyes: ... I'm not wading through all the pages, but it has been discussed.

4. There are several hotels close by, anything you find on the internet(by doing a search) in Bloomington is going to be close. If you find some in Normal, there will be a little more driving of maybe a few miles. Anything off of "Veteran's Parkway" will be your best bet.

Anything else I'm missing? I believe everything has been discussed, but if anyone has any questions please feel free to PM me or Halo.

Mike

Too lazy to read through it? I DID read through this CF of a thread and the REASON I made that post (about a month ago, I might add) is because A) it is a cluster and B) I'd like to see you guys have a good event. I'm actually about 75/25 on going.

1. The date was NOT set it stone
2. A lot of things had been discussed but the list of definitives was pretty short.
3. See #2
4. Well that's just great. How about for the folks that haven't the foggiest idea of what's decent, what areas to avoid etc etc. If you are going to host this event, be prepared to do a little legwork. For a good example, go back and look at the information that Mark provided about the Balitmore area for MDPF '05.

I'm not trying to be an asshole, but I've hosted two of these events (and would like to do at least one more) and I have a pretty good idea of how to pull of a good time. One of the things that you've got to realize that if you want participation, you've got to have your collective shit together which, when I made the post, didn't seem to be the case.

Personally, I want to come...however speaking for myself and for the feedback I got from folks during the run-up for CPF '04, it's hard to commit to the expense of airfare, hotels and rental cars etc unless there are concrete details.

Sorry if that gets sand in your panties but I was asked for my input and I gave it.

BDT

[McLoki]

Troy (and others) -

There has been a new, less cluttered thread started for the Chicago Polkfest. (http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49977)

[MikeC78]

Troy-

You have a PM...

Mike

[F1nut]

I'm sorry, but due to the change of dates, I will not be able to attend.

[opus]

I'm sorry, but due to the change of dates, I will not be able to attend.


Damn, I was looking forward to giving you a hug:p

Seriously thats too bad

[TroyD]

I was tentative anyway but those dates I can't make it either.

BDT

[halo]

That sucks. I was looking forward to meeting both of you in person. We made a rookie mistake. Next year(?) will go much smoother. I'd like to say thanks to both of you for all your help. I appreciate it! :)

[Ricardo]

I have a (?) in the official thread because I won't know until sometime in April if I will be able to attend; seems like I'll need to travel in May, and don't have firm dates yet. I'll do everything I can to be here; I have some influence on the schedule, so I'm 95% sure I will be able to make it....but cannot commit yet.

[TroyD]

Victor,

No worries, if things change....I'll do the best I can to attend but just not looking good in that timeframe.

Anything I can do from my end to help, lemme know.

BDT

[halo]

Ricardo - its all good. Just let me know when you can ;)

Troy - Will do. ;) Thanks again! :)

[Demiurge]

Okay, got the PM.

I can't commit to any dates as a stated earlier, and I would just need to drive down and back home again anyways. I didn't realize there was a capacity limit (maybe I didn't read that before). So, in order to allow someone else to get a spot reserved, I'll back out for now. If something opens up around the time of the gathering, then I'll go if I can make it.

[halo]

Thanks Dave. I believe I have a ? next to your name. If you can make it you better bring the bratwurst! ;) :)

[PolkThug]

Sorry, I can't make it, that is the same weekend as World Ford Challenge X.

[halo]

Got it PT. Sorry to hear you won't be able to make it. Looks like we're losing a lot of CP veterens :(

[Demiurge]

Thanks Dave. I believe I have a ? next to your name. If you can make it you better bring the bratwurst! ;) :)

No, I know you do, but since space is restricted to a small number of folks I figure I shouldn't be on there when I know I can't commit to anything. :)

Trust me, this kind of schedule sucks for everything, especially vacations. :(

[heiney9]

Victor, still checking those dates against my calendar. So far so good.......I think :eek: . Sorry to see so many people having to drop out, was looking forward to meeting some of you. Still plenty of meet-n-greet to go around. Will Polk Paul and AL still be able to make the new dates?

H9

[halo]

No, I know you do, but since space is restricted to a small number of folks I figure I shouldn't be on there when I know I can't commit to anything. :)

Trust me, this kind of schedule sucks for everything, especially vacations. :(I know, my wife works in retail. Damn near impossible to plan anything unless you do it waaaaay in advance.

A few people are up in the air, including you. I'm not going to 86 anybody until we draw close and I have to or I get a confirmation that they can't make it. :)

[halo]

Sorry to see so many people having to drop out, was looking forward to meeting some of you. Still plenty of meet-n-greet to go around. Will Polk Paul and AL still be able to make the new dates?

H9It will be a good time :) Like I said before we (Mike & I) made a rookie mistake. :o If everyone can't attend this year I'm hoping there will be a Chicagoland PF '08 to look forward to. I can guarantee it if we win the lottery tomorrow night! ;) :D

[F1nut]

I'm hoping there will be a Chicagoland PF '08 to look forward to.


Me too.

[dorokusai]

You do know about the Polkfest curse right?

[TroyD]

SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH...

Man, don't give it away.

BDT

[Strong Bad]

You do know about the Polkfest curse right?

Yeah yeah, blame that nasty rash on the "Curse of the 'Fest" when you know ya got it from Brett!


edit...we are aware that this is a joke, right?

[dorokusai]

Brett has high standards and I'm not aware of being gay so that would never happen.

[Ricardo]

Got my hotel reservation already.

http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=YYIPPUUJW32FKCSGBIU2VCQKIYF C3UUC?ctyhocn=BMINLHX

$80 + tax including breakfast (AAA rate).

Only a month to go!!!!!

[halo]

if that is per night Ricardo the ESA in the official thread is cheaper - jfyi :)

[Ricardo]

Ok; so only a couple weeks away!!!!!

I had planned to get Friday off but it looks like it's not gonna happen. Will still get there Friday, but late.

Looking forward to meet some more polkies!!!!

[SCompRacer]

:cool: on the upcoming fest!

Sorry to hear your Friday off isn't gonna happen.

My Friday the 18th off is based on what happens that week. I'd be working into Saturday morning if things don't go well. As it is, Victor is bringing a stick to poke me with in case I make it Friday and nod off into dreamland. I'll be loading up and leaving right after I get off work Friday morning so no sleepy time. Gonna caffeine up and tough it out.

[Lowell_M]

Almost time to PF!! I won't be able to make it until Saturday. I'm planning on leaving early in the morning and have 2 (or 3???) hour drive.

[SCompRacer]

We are in need of an audio rack for one of the 2 channel rigs so please contact me ASAP if you are able to bring one with you. Send me an email: peersool at hotmail dot com.



Victor, Norm has a rack that he will let us use.

[halo]

As it is, Victor is bringing a stick to poke me with in case I make it Friday and nod off into dreamland.A poin-ted stick! Maybe some fruit too!

Victor, Norm has a rack that he will let us use.:cool: Thanks Norm! :D

[dane_peterson]

We have yet to book any hotels, but the wife and I will be heading out Friday afternoon. Probably won't stop by until Saturday, as I'll be quite tired from the 7hr drive, and it will likely be pretty late anyway.
Really looking forward to this, guys! And excited to just roam around Chicago a little bit.

[SCompRacer]

I called the ESA in Bloomington (1805 S Veterans Parkway) direct at 309-662-8533 for reservations and got the same rate as going through hotels.com.

What time are you planning on leaving? Many of the Interstates around here are a mess with construction. I355 and I55 can be awful by me. Southbound I55 is a parking lot on a weekday from 5PM to 7PM just after I355.

[dane_peterson]

Just booked a hotel a little nearer Chicago so that we have less distance to travel into the city for some sightseeing.
We're going to hit the road hopefully by 2pm. I work till 1, so it'll be a matter of getting home, picking up the Mrs, and getting rolling. Probably have to stop for a bite somewhere along the line. I haven't plotted out our drive, but I think we'll be taking 94 to 90? I'll have to check...

[Ricardo]

Only 5 days to go!!!!!!!!

Halo, I need to know what you want me to bring...though I think I see it on the rig list.....but just to make sure. The Belles will not make the trip :( It suddenly started getting VERY hot, so I talked with Dave Belles and will send it back tomorrow.

I'll probably head west around 3:30-4:00 pm on Friday :D :D :D :cool: :cool: :cool:

[Ricardo]

4 days to go.......

[MikeC78]

4 days to go.......

:) I have sooo much stuff to get done around here, it's not even funny! On top of things I have my VA appts all week.:rolleyes:

I have yet to stain the deck, hopefully I can squeeze it in on Wednesday morning and put a second coat on that afternoon. Should be good and dry for heavy traffic on Friday.

Can't wait to hear all this gear...

Mike:)

[MikeC78]

Do all you guys have the directions to my house??? I haven't received any emails for my address yet, just curious...

[MikeC78]

BTW...

It's also UFC this weekend!!!!:):):):)

:o It's the following weekend(26th), my bad.

[F1nut]

I wish I could be there. Rock on!!!

[SCompRacer]

Do all you guys have the directions to my house???
What? You mean Victor was joking about the Polk Audio Blimp visible for 100 miles tethered to your house?:rolleyes: :D

I have a van reserved to cart the large box stuff down. That should allow room in Victor and Greg's cars for munchies to eat on the way down to Bloomington.:D

I guess we are going to hook up at my place and caravan down Friday morning. I'll drive between them so they can wake me up if I nod off....:eek: :D

[Ricardo]

So what are everyone else's plans? Is everybody getting there Friday? I might be able to get out a bit earlier, so might get to Mike's place around 5ish as originally planned. :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :D :D :D

[schwarcw]

I think Ricardo is a little bit excited:D ;)

I wish I could be there! It would be good to see Rich, Victor, Norm and all the other guys doing down there. Have a great time!

[halo]

What? You mean Victor was joking about the Polk Audio Blimp visible for 100 miles tethered to your house?Hey now, I'm just going by what Paul DiComo told me. If the blimp ain't there then its his fault! :rolleyes:


I guess we are going to hook up at my place and caravan down Friday morning. I'll drive between them so they can wake me up if I nod off....:eek: :DThat's the plan, cept fer the noddin' off part. A pair o lil ol hyundais ain't no match for a big truck! We'll have to pump caffine directly into yer veins!!

We've been looking forward to this! Jesse you'll have to stop by some time this summer :)

What do you mean Carl? You ain't gonna be there?!? Aww maaan! Unfortunately Norm can't make it either but he has allowed us the use of some of his gear.

In case you guys didn't notice it in the official thread I think it'd be really :cool: if you could send a note of thanks to both Frank @ Signal Cable & Normanality for their "donations" to our GTG :)

[heiney9]

So what are everyone else's plans? Is everybody getting there Friday? I might be able to get out a bit earlier, so might get to Mike's place around 5ish as originally planned. :cool: :cool: :cool: :cool: :D :D :D

I won't get there until Saturday morn. and after the crappy assed day I had at work I hope to get things wrapped up this week or I might have to work on Saturday :eek: :mad: . Keep me on the "yes, I'm coming" . But I have a sick feeling the bomb will drop mid-week and I *might* (god I hope not) have to just make other arrangements. Like perhaps not coming until late Saturday afternoon/evening. I'm only 2 hours away. I normally never work Saturday's but we are falling behind and that's the only time I have to catch up.

Stay tuned..................

H9

[halo]

Whatever happens happens Brock. There will be a Chicagoland PF '08...

COUNT ON IT!

[McLoki]

Opus and I are planning to carpool in on Sat. What time is everything starting up Sat?

Friday is my wedding anniversary, so can't make it then.

What gear should I bring along? (Halo can PM me and let me know what to bring or anyone can reply here if I have anything they want to hear.)

Michael

[Ricardo]

I think Ricardo is a little bit excited:D ;)



You think so? :p :p :p

One of the things I'm looking forward to is to hear the LSi line....

Victor, I don't see too many amps for rigs 2/3.....and I'm sorry the Belles had to go back for service......should I take one or two TAD-60"s?

[heiney9]

You think so? :p :p :p

One of the things I'm looking forward to is to hear the LSi line....

eh....Lsi's are way overated....don't you read this board :confused:























No 'effing way are they overated. You're in for a treat Ricardo, the LSi's are sweet.

I was personally hoping for some more SDA's. My brother had really never heard a pair and was wondering if they were going to be well represented. I know they are a huge PITA to transport.

H9

[SCompRacer]

I was personally hoping for some more SDA's.

Victor will be updating the gear list shortly. I'll also be bringing Norm's SDA 1C's. They have the RDO tweeters and Sonicap modded xovers.

[heiney9]

Victor will be updating the gear list shortly. I'll also be bringing Norm's SDA 1C's. They have the RDO tweeters and Sonicap modded xovers.

That's what I'm talking about :D :cool: :) . Looks like some late nights this week so I don't have to work on Saturday. If nothing else I could put in a few hours Sunday evening when I get back into town.

[SCompRacer]

But I have a sick feeling the bomb will drop mid-week.....


I had a similar situation with my Friday off. I cut a deal to come in Sunday night to get Friday off, so I'll have to leave the fest Saturday night.

[Ricardo]

I almost forgot....












































































For those that are not counting.......






















































3 DAYS TO GO!!!!!!!!!

[halo]

Opus and I are planning to carpool in on Sat. What time is everything starting up Sat?

Friday is my wedding anniversary, so can't make it then.

What gear should I bring along? (Halo can PM me and let me know what to bring or anyone can reply here if I have anything they want to hear.)

MichaelI was under the impression that you were bringing:

NAD pre, CinePro amp, RTi6's, and the LSi 7's.

Yamaha C-85? Toshiba 3960?

[halo]

Some gear lists I received were kind of vague:

So, if you are planning to attend and you don't see your gear in the list let me know so I can correct it.

I have McLoki down for the LSi 7's & heiney9 for the LSi9's.

I'll bring the AR-2ax's if at all possible but can't guarantee they'll be there.

[halo]

I'll have to leave the fest Saturday night.That goes for us too. Got tickets to the cross town classic (before the date change) for Sunday afternoon. Greg might stay through Sunday - he hasn't decided yet.

[heiney9]

Some gear lists I received were kind of vague:

So, if you are planning to attend and you don't see your gear in the list let me know so I can correct it.

I have McLoki down for the LSi 7's & heiney9 for the LSi9's.

I'll bring the AR-2ax's if at all possible but can't guarantee they'll be there.

I wasn't aware I was bringing my 9's, not that it's out of the question. I assumed (wrongly I guess) that Mike (the host) had a pair or someone else was bringing them. I was planning on bringing my recently modded 5b's. If no one closer can provide 9's I can probably load mine up, just hadn't anticipated it. Perhaps I did voluteer them last year :) and forgot.

H9

[Ricardo]

I wasn't aware I was bringing my 9's, not that it's out of the question. I assumed (wrongly I guess) that Mike (the host) had a pair or someone else was bringing them. I was planning on bringing my recently modded 5b's. If no one closer can provide 9's I can probably load mine up, just hadn't anticipated it. Perhaps I did voluteer them last year :) and forgot.

H9

Yeah, you can probably load them up......just remember that I'll be watching out the window and if the 9's don't show up I'll lock all entries :D :D

[dane_peterson]

I'm so bummed that I can't make it now.

I feasibly could, as I'll be in Chicago, but won't be in till late Friday. I was going to come by Sat evening and spend all day Sunday doing things around the city with the wife. But I couldn't get Monday morning off, so we have to hit the road Sunday around 2pm. :\

Sorry guys. Was looking forward to meeting all of you, but it looks like I'll have to wait till '08.

[MikeC78]

I'm so bummed that I can't make it now.

I feasibly could, as I'll be in Chicago, but won't be in till late Friday. I was going to come by Sat evening and spend all day Sunday doing things around the city with the wife. But I couldn't get Monday morning off, so we have to hit the road Sunday around 2pm. :\

Sorry guys. Was looking forward to meeting all of you, but it looks like I'll have to wait till '08.

You're a chump.

[Lowell_M]

I looks like the Preamp list consists of mostly tubes. My Nakamichi CA5 is just sitting on my coffee table right now. Is anyone interested in hearing it? Its nothing exotic and also reasonably priced, but made very solid with very nice components. I much preferred it's sound over Parasound SS and Audcom tubes.

[heiney9]

I looks like the Preamp list consists of mostly tubes. My Nakamichi CA5 is just sitting on my coffee table right now. Is anyone interested in hearing it? Its nothing exotic and also reasonably priced, but made very solid with very nice components. I much preferred it's sound over Parasound SS and Audcom tubes.

Hey Aaron we got make some plans. E-mail me your hotel info. I gotta get on the horn tomorrow and get something booked. Bring the Nak along if we will have time to listen to it.

H9

[MikeC78]

I looks like the Preamp list consists of mostly tubes. My Nakamichi CA5 is just sitting on my coffee table right now. Is anyone interested in hearing it? Its nothing exotic and also reasonably priced, but made very solid with very nice components. I much preferred it's sound over Parasound SS and Audcom tubes.

If it's not to troubling, bring it with.

[Lowell_M]

If it's not to troubling, bring it with.

It's no trouble at all. The Nak is coming with me.

[dane_peterson]

You're a chump.


:(
We'll see how the weekend plays out. If there's any chance I can sneak away, even for a little while, I'll swing by. I just don't want to say I'll be there and not show up, so I'm playing it safe.

[McLoki]

I was not really planning on bringing the 7's but if anyone want to see them let me know. I am not sure how they sound compared to 7's with the sides still on, but if someone else can bring a pair of 7's, we can compare...

Anyone bringing an OutLaw 990?

[Ricardo]

Michael,

Bring them; I'd love to listen to the 7's and the 9's. I am taking my TAD tube amps to see how it matches with them.

[heiney9]

Michael,

Bring them; I'd love to listen to the 7's and the 9's. I am taking my TAD tube amps to see how it matches with them.

Ricardo, I'm charging $10 for each 15 minute listen to my LSi 9's. You provide the speaker wire :p :D :p :D :) :D .

H9

[McLoki]

Ricardo, I'm charging $10 for each 15 minute listen to my LSi 9's. You provide the speaker wire :p :D :p :D :) :D .

H9

the 7's are only $6.50 per 15 min. (half number of woofers...)

[Lowell_M]

the 7's are only $6.50 per 15 min. (half number of woofers...)

Hmmm...Seems like a good deal since you're not taking the tweeter into consideration.

[Ricardo]

Wow...If I took the Tylers I'd make to pay for the hotel, gas and still have some change.....

[Ricardo]

2 days to go.........need to start packing all this stuff .

[MikeC78]

:(
We'll see how the weekend plays out. If there's any chance I can sneak away, even for a little while, I'll swing by. I just don't want to say I'll be there and not show up, so I'm playing it safe.

I was only kidding Dane!:D Would be nice to meet you, have fun with the wifey in Chicago.

[dane_peterson]

I know, but it bums me out! We are definitely going to have a good time, though. I've had lots of recommendations from colleagues on where to visit. My boss is even loaning me her navigation system, so if I do find time to make it, I won't waste any time getting lost! :D

[SCompRacer]

2 days to go.........need to start packing all this stuff .

Say, how about you swing over to Norm's Thursday night and give me a hand with the Eros and 1C's.:D

[Ricardo]

Say, how about you swing over to Norm's Thursday night and give me a hand with the Eros and 1C's.:D

Well, I must say that you and Norm deserve a medal......you both rock!!!!!

And no...I can't help you load at Norm's, but I will for sure help at Mike's.

[halo]

Well, I must say that you and Norm deserve a medal......you both rock!!!!!Send Norm a pm or an email & let him know! Same for Frank @ Signal Cable & "Polk" Paul DiComo & Al Ballard (polkaudio) & Mark (dorokusai) & TroyD - all contibuted to making this happen :)

Thanks Fellas!

[opus]

Do we have an updated list on who is showing up?

[McLoki]

Me, Ricardo (HTRookie), you and the host are confirmed. Everyone else seems up in the air....

Michael

[opus]

i think dkg99, heiney and amattison are a lock. anyone else?

[dkg999]

I just booked a room at the Country Inn & Suites for Friday/Saturday nights. As soon as someone sends me the address for the fest, I'm locked and loaded! Doug.

[McLoki]

DKG - you have a PM.

[heiney9]

i think dkg99, heiney and amattison are a lock. anyone else?

I'm locked also. DKG999 are sharing a room Saturday night. I'm riding along with a_mattison Saturday morn and leaving with dkg999 Sunday morn. I decided I've waited to long for this get together to let a thing like WORK interfere. I'll just have to put some time in on Sunday afternoon so I won't feel guilty about the rest of my department putting in extra time. ;)

My brother was originally going to come as well, but he can't make it so take him off the confirmed list.

Is anybody going to be disappointed if I don't bring my newly modded 5b's? It's either the LSi 9's OR the 5b's, and I've decided HTRookie will not let me in unless I have the 9's in tow. I really don't feel like lugging around both pairs but if there is a solid interest in the 5b's I'll bring them. I figure we will probably have enough speakers anyways. Let me know.

H9

[McLoki]

No word from Joey in forever - is he still planning on coming? Seems like a waste of a perfectly good pissing match if he doesn't show... (read through the thread again if you don't get it) :p

Michael

[Ricardo]

Yes ladies and gentlemen...only one day to go!!!!!!!!!!

I am not only locked....but also lost the key :eek: :eek: :eek:

Haven't seen anything from Jason (The zombie boy) and Noel (ND13). Noel has not posted much lately though. What's up guys? We are close enough to work something out and take a ride with me.......I am also willing to share the room as long as it is not Dorokusai :D :D

H9, I agree with you; leave the M5's ;)

[SCompRacer]

I pick up the van around 5PM, go to Norm's and load up, then go to work so I have every intention of showing up.

[Fireman32]

Have a great time guys! Take lots of pics. Wish I could be there.

[halo]

I've been updating the list in the official thread on a regular basis.

I have not heard from from the following people:

ND13
Shizelbs
zombie boy 2000
polksda
Al Ballard
"Polk" Paul DiComo
Wodom1
riglehart
swerve

[Ricardo]

I hope all can make it.........we don't have many opportunities to meet other polkies and make this forum a "live" experience for a few hours (And I wouldn't want to eat all the food and drink all the beer that will be there for you....hmmm...come to think of it....:D :D ).

[SLOCOOKN]

I've been updating the list in the official thread on a regular basis.

I have not heard from from the following people:

ND13
Shizelbs
zombie boy 2000
polksda
Al Ballard
"Polk" Paul DiComo
Wodom1
riglehart
swerve

I thought this was at the end of June?

[MikeC78]

The date was changed months ago, where have you been? Check out the Offical Polkfest thread...

[heiney9]

That's quite a few MIA. Perhaps they are coming since they didn't say they weren't. Oh well, it's going to be their loss if they can't make it.

[MikeC78]

You definetly have that right, H9! The only loss is gas at this point, which will be easily made up.

Mike

[dkg999]

I think John K will be showing up with a truckload of monoprice cables :p

[halo]

There's been a development with Polk HQ. It's been posted it in the main thread (http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?p=637061#post637061).

[Ricardo]

Ok guys; I have everything packed in boxes except for the stands that will go unpacked (and my clothes....not sure if I should take anything??). I will only take one of the TAD-60's...too much stuff. Tomorrow I need to go to the office for a couple of meetings but if everything works as planned I should be on the road by 2 PM. That puts me at Mike's hopefully by 7:30 PM. Make sure they are COLD!!!!!

[SCompRacer]

I am on plan so far. I picked up a rental van and Norm helped me load up the speakers. Victor, Jessica and Greg will stop at my house in the AM and help me finish loading. We should be on the road to Bloomington early morning. Norm said maybe I should have got a bigger truck....

[Lowell_M]

I think John K will be showing up with a truckload of monoprice cables :p

And "Cables Don't Matter" T-Shirts!

[schwarcw]

Have fun guys! I know many of you have worked hard for months. I'm looking forward to the pictures!

[heiney9]

Looking forward to this PF. I will be leaving with a_mattison and his wife Michelle about 9:30 Saturday morning w/my LSi 9's and stands. Oh yes, and some good demo music.

Do we have an updated head count for those MIA?

[heiney9]

Also, since I'm not huge beer drinker I'm bringing a bottle of my favorite Rum. I still want to try some of the beer Opus is going to provide but I can't drink it all day and night, to much just doesn't agree with me.

H9

[Joey_V]

No word from Joey in forever - is he still planning on coming? Seems like a waste of a perfectly good pissing match if he doesn't show... (read through the thread again if you don't get it) :p

Michael

Mike,

Emailed Victor about this last week. Said that I'm scheduled for work on Friday AM and Saturday PM.... bastards gave me 2 days in the week off instead. The schedule is locked unless it's an emergency, cant switch with a fellow classmate according to the dean. I was set for the June dates, but these May dates came from left field for me. I didnt anticipate this schedule to be the PF dates. Not to worry though, it seems like you guys have enough gear going.

Have fun everyone, I'll check back for the thread that you all put up about Chicago '07. I'm sure it'll be a blast.

Maybe in '08 I'll make it and I'll make up for my absence this year. Ya'll have fun now... Victor especially since I've seen that he's been so hard at work getting this PF 07 together... he has my respect.

Enjoy guys.

Joey

[hearingimpared]

Have fun!!!

Raser saser snaswer maaser grrrr!:D

[SCompRacer]

Well, I am all loaded up and waiting for my help to load up.:D I'm all caffeined up for the drive.

[heiney9]

Did I miss Ricardo's count down post for today? :p ;) .

[Ricardo]

I don't know how to count less than 1 :)

Back home now and ready to load all those boxes. should be on the road around 1.
What's going on in Bloomington????? there should be a few people there already.

[MikeC78]

I don't know how to count less than 1 :)

Back home now and ready to load all those boxes. should be on the road around 1.
What's going on in Bloomington????? there should be a few people there already.

Everyone is here, hurry the hell up!;)

Setting up the rigs right now...

[heiney9]

Everyone is here, hurry the hell up!;)

Setting up the rigs right now...


Who is everyone? Please elaborate!!:)

H9

[engtaz]

I think they mean everyone but you? LOL just kidding.

[MikeC78]

Who is everyone? Please elaborate!!:)

H9

Victor, Wifey, Brother, and Rich so far...

[hearingimpared]

Victor, Wifey, Brother, and Rich so far...

100 bottles of beer on the wall, 100 bottles of beer, you take one down, pass it around, 99 bottles of beer on the wall!!!!:rolleyes:

[engtaz]

and little Tommy too LOL

[Lowell_M]

I'm not there!!! I'm just sitting here in the Cleveland airport waiting for my flight home and then we are off at 9:30 tomorrow morning. I looks like about a 2 hour drive????

See yall soon. Rock on......

[heiney9]

I'm not there!!! I'm just sitting here in the Cleveland airport waiting for my flight home and then we are off at 9:30 tomorrow morning. I looks like about a 2 hour drive????

See yall soon. Rock on......

a_mattison I'm assuming you have directions, just call me in the morning when you are ready to swing by and get me. I went to school at ISU so I'm somehwhat familiar with the area, but I admit I haven't been back in about 8-9 years so I'm sure a lot has changed.

H9

[Lowell_M]

a_mattison I'm assuming you have directions, just call me in the morning when you are ready to swing by and get me. I went to school at ISU so I'm somehwhat familiar with the area, but I admit I haven't been back in about 8-9 years so I'm sure a lot has changed.

H9

Mapquest is my friend. We're all set. :D I'll call you in the morn.

[dkg999]

I'll be leaving Belvidere around 5:30 pm. Looks like about 1.5 hrs or so. See you guys around 7 pm. Have a cold one ready! Doug.

[Lowell_M]

Here's a funny little note that is making really look forward to tomorrow... I was chatting with one of the guys at the company I was visiting today over lunch. He asked what I had going on for the weekend, so I brought up the Polkfest. He said, "I used to be way into that audiophile stuff before too. In fact, I'm building a media room and am going to put in a nice Bose Lifestyles system" "I know they are expensive, but they sound great..."

:) WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA I just smiled and said, "cool"

[Ricardo]

I am at the hotel; had to stop here before going to Mike's for two reasons:

1.-Check in so that tonight I come directly to bed.
2.-Connect to internet to click on BIN.....got me a pair of minty 7's with Peerless :D :D Too bad I could not contact the seller earlier or I would have them with me now :(
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=001&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=110127645248&rd=1&rd=1


See you guys in a few minutes.

[opus]

The beer and Opus will be there Sauturday morning. And I'm calling my shot now...The Isonic is coming home with me. If I can't win it fair and square I guess we will have to wrastle for it:D


Bad planning on my part, I thought friday was a travel day. Oh well save some tunes for me. No Johnny Cash or Merle until I get there:p

[Ricardo]

back to the hotel for a good night's sleep (no wife...no kids...no dog.....:D).

I met some extremely nice people today, heard some awesome speakers/gear, ate great food, drank a few cold ones....all in all had a great time. Took some pictures that will post when I'm back home.

Thanks to Mike and his wife for having us; great hosts!!!!!

Tomorrow the rest of the crowd should show up; looking forward to another great day.

[F1nut]

Don't forget to post pics.

BTW, if you raise the I Sonic about an inch off the surface, it sounds even better.

[disneyjoe7]

back to the hotel for a good night's sleep (no wife...no kids...no dog.....:D).



No Sex, no little kisses, no lick on the face. You're right a good night rest. ;)

[disneyjoe7]

BTW, if you raise the I Sonic about an inch off the surface, it sounds even better.


I don't believe it Jesse's is tweaking remotely :eek: :D

[heiney9]

Just got in for the evening. Looking forward to tomorrow in a big way.

H9

[Lowell_M]

Woo Hooo!!! Getting Packed up to go and making my demo disk of Snoop Dog and Gregorian Chant MP3's. (...Just kidding) We should be there by noon.

[heiney9]

Here I am 45 minutes until departure or so and I'm making a demo disc. Wouldn't you think I would have done this a month ago?:( Getting psyched because this demo is awesome for SDA listening. It's the same demo I used to use when I sold SDA's way back when.

See you soon.....Woo Hoo :cool:

H9

[Ricardo]

SDA? What is that???? :p :p :p

Hurry up......

[heiney9]

I am leaving in 10 minutes..............see you in a couple hours

H9

[McLoki]

I have the car loaded and will be leaving soon. Be there in about an hour....

Michael

[dane_peterson]

:(
I have a big day of sightseeing ahead of me, and we woke up WAY late. Doesn't look like I'm going to be able to bend my evening at all. Have fun you guys!

[hearingimpared]

Please ask Richie to call me.

Thanks,
Joe

[opus]

nm..

[opus]

And the winner of the Isonic is..................................HTROOKIE;)






Monty Python voice "and there was much rejoicing"

[hoosier21]

Here I am 45 minutes until departure or so and I'm making a demo disc. Wouldn't you think I would have done this a month ago?:( Getting psyched because this demo is awesome for SDA listening. It's the same demo I used to use when I sold SDA's way back when.

See you soon.....Woo Hoo :cool:

H9


Track list or maybe a copy would be cool :)

[hoosier21]

BTW What is going on at this thing

[reeltrouble1]

Yea you mofo's, its about time for the hardcore listening to start.......anybody hump a speaker, blow something up, float a keg......

RT1

[Ricardo]

We just had one incident (that I know of...) Some sparks were seen but nothing was damaged ;)

It was another great day today; lots of shoot outs..LSi9's vs LSi7's, LSi9's vs LSi15's, LSi15's vs SDA 1C's, LSi15's vs Von Schweikert VR2's....
We compared the Sony Modwright universal player with the Raysonic; Modwright owners said it sounds better....but for some strange reason we heard the Raysonic all day:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :p :p ;)

Doug (dkg999) brought a pair of Monitor 10's with the silk tweeters that not only sound great, but they look absolutely brand new; not one scratch on them.

Thanks again to Mike and Annie for having us. They put up with us and fed us; great hosts.

Thanks to Frank for the cables; everyone got something.

Thanks to Rich (Scompracer) for being the "official" installer; great job. Victor's wife came in a close second :)

I won the Isonic...thanks to Polk; it will go to my daughter's room.

All in all a wonderful experience. Pictures coming soon.

[Ricardo]

Almost forgot....listened to Rich's vinyl rig; what can I say; I didn't want to hear it and I shouldn't have...I still think it's impossible it could sound sooooooo good. I don't want to get into it.....no....I won't.....

[hearingimpared]

We just had one incident (that I know of...) Some sparks were seen but nothing was damaged ;)

It was another great day today; lots of shoot outs..LSi9's vs LSi7's, LSi9's vs LSi15's, LSi15's vs SDA 1C's, LSi15's vs Von Schweikert VR2's....
We compared the Sony Modwright universal player with the Raysonic; Modwright owners said it sounds better....but for some strange reason we heard the Raysonic all day:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :p :p ;)

Doug (dkg999) brought a pair of Monitor 10's with the silk tweeters that not only sound great, but they look absolutely brand new; not one scratch on them.

Thanks again to Mike and Annie for having us. They put up with us and fed us; great hosts.

Thanks to Frank for the cables; everyone got something.

Thanks to Rich (Scompracer) for being the "official" installer; great job. Victor's wife came in a close second :)

I won the Isonic...thanks to Polk; it will go to my daughter's room.

All in all a wonderful experience. Pictures coming soon.


Great stuff, I'm not surprised at Richie's official capacity!!!

[hearingimpared]

Almost forgot....listened to Rich's vinyl rig; what can I say; I didn't want to hear it and I shouldn't have...I still think it's impossible it could sound sooooooo good. I don't want to get into it.....no....I won't.....

Show how it is really done Rich!

[opus]

Yea , what Htrookie said.

Great day. I heard some wild stuff. The SDA's about made me cry. The V2's were stellar and I think the lsi15's can hold their own against some pretty stiff competition. Mikes Home Theater demo was breathtaking. We listened to Blackhawk Down and Flight of the Phoenix at bonecrushing levels:D WOW. Let me say that agian, WOW.

Thanks to Mike and Annie, although Mike is a little scary. Let me put it this way, If you are ever about to go to war make damn sure Mike is on your side;) there is a smiley mike, don't kill me:D

Big thanks to Normanality for the gear, Scompracer for the gear and expertise, Victor and Mrs. Victor for running the show.


And BIG, BIG thanks to Signal Cable and Polk Audio.
Two of the greatest companies on the damn planet.

[Fireman32]

Glad you guys had a good time. Hope to see some pics.


Almost forgot....listened to Rich's vinyl rig; what can I say; I didn't want to hear it and I shouldn't have...I still think it's impossible it could sound sooooooo good. I don't want to get into it.....no....I won't.....


I was suprised at last years polkfest at Troy's when I heard his vinyl setup for the first time and now i'm hooked. I love vinyl more then cd's. Dont hold back man you wont regret it. :D

[SCompRacer]

We compared the Sony Modwright universal player with the Raysonic; Modwright owners said it sounds better....but for some strange reason we heard the Raysonic all day:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :p :p ;)




Norm had warned me not to demo the ModWright 9100 with the 6900 tubes. Too much detail scares the hell out of people at first! :p :D Your Raysonic sounded fantastic Ricardo! And that Cool Blue glow!

What a great time. I have to say it again; Annie and Mike were the most wonderful hostest and host! Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to us! Not only does their home theatre SOUND and FEEL awesome (walls vibrate in the entire house) the 50” Panasonic display raises and lowers into the media center via remote control! They have the greatest neighbors too. No cops were called and it was LOUD.

Thanks to Victor and Jessica for handling details!

It was a great time with wonderful Polkies. Thanks go out to all who showed up and all who brought gear! Thanks to Normanality for providing two pairs of speakers and an audio rack!

Opus brought enough beer for 75 people so like good Polkies, we started to drink like 75 people. None of that cheap Edelweiss stuff either! All the top brands!

There was plenty of gear and speakers to hear. Some SDA 1C’s changed hands but remain in the CP family.


Here are some quick pics from the fest before I crash for a day.

[Polk65]

Hopefully this will become an annual event. I like pic #6 -- listening to tunes and a glimpse of the world outside through a window. If I won a I-Sonic at PolkFest I'd be suckling on my thumb or something right now. 75 bottles of beer on the wall...

[Ricardo]

HOW COULD I FORGET??????

Must have been the beers.......:o

Mike's HT: I thought my SVS rocked. I hate it when I realize that it can get sooooo much better. ;) I was honestly surprised I did not see any cracked walls or popped drywall nails :eek:
Picture quality, picture quality, picture quality. Not only the sound rocks, but the plasma/Blue ray combination is nothing short of breathtaking. You could even watch bad movies and enjoy them. Awesome!!!

Also big thanks to Victor for making this whole thing happen.

[MikeC78]

What a great weekend!!!:) :) Thank you all for the kind words.

Everything turned out great and nobody got injured!:D I don't even know where to start...

Extra special thanks goes out to Norm(Normanality) for a huge van load of equipment and offering gear at "give away" prices!!!, SignalCable gave away a box full of cables!!:eek: , Paul at PolkAudio for the iSonic raffle to help MS!!!! Rich(SCompracer) This guy is amazing!!(enough said), Victor(Halo) Did all the planning!!, Jessica(Victor's Wife), Gregg(Vic's bro), last but not least OPUS!! Opus(Kevin) brought enough beer to have a damn block party!!:eek:

Special thanks to everyone else who brought gear and made this happen!!! Thanks to HTrookie(Ricardo) for being very entertaining, this guy is hillarious!!:D :D

I still can't believe my ears after this weekend!! SDA 1C's(I believe?), where very sweet sounding, Von Schweikert(sp) VR2's were absolutely amazing!! I couldn't believe the sound these put out and they are a small tower. I still can't believe that these didn't sell all weekend...

The Innersound Eros speakers!! Once in the sweet spot, you did NOT want to move!!! I'm still kicking myself in the rear for not grabbing these!:(

Whoever else I left out, thanks to you too!!:D

Mike

[opus]

My favorite moment was Mike saying in a big voice .... "could we play a different damn song":p

[RuSsMaN]

Looks great. Please tell me there was more than two pair of Polks and 'Polkfest'. I see the 15's and the SDA's, was that it?

Cheers,
Russ

[hearingimpared]

You guys are awesome.

[opus]

monitor 10's, rti6's, lsi7's,lsi9's,lsi15's, sda's

[RuSsMaN]

Badass.

[Lowell_M]

Mike,
Thanks again for the hospitality. Also, thank you for the spinal adjustment. The dual-SVS's were just what it needed. Seriously, man... That is some insane output.

Michele and I had a great time. I especially enjoyed the VR2-LSi15 shootout. The VR2's had a tighter, more controlled bass and more airry highs, but overall to my ears, it was a close match. Half the time I liked the VR2's better and on certain songs, the LSi's. Really, another great example of the Lsi15's fantastic performance at their pricepoint. (VR2's retail and twice the price)

It was also a pleasure to meet such a nice group of people. This forum is truely a special place.

[opus]

Mike,
Thanks again for the hospitality. Also, thank you for the spinal adjustment. The dual-SVS's were just what it needed. Seriously, man... That is some insane output.

Michele and I had a great time. I especially enjoyed the VR2-LSi15 shootout. The VR2's had a tighter, more controlled bass and more airry highs, but overall to my ears, it was a close match. Half the time I liked the VR2's better and on certain songs, the LSi's. Really, another great example of the Lsi15's fantastic performance at their pricepoint. (VR2's retail and twice the price)

Aaron, SVS opens at 10am eastern, 9am central (703)-845-1472. Just ask for Eric:D

[SCompRacer]

Ricardo took many pictures so there will be more to come. I am missing a CF card, so if anyone finds one let me know. There was a rig going in the basement too and I was there taking pics. Pretty sure anyway.

[hearingimpared]

Ricardo took many pictures so there will be more to come. I am missing a CF card, so if anyone finds one let me know. There was a rig going in the basement too.

Rich how about some names to faces please?

[tonyb]

Sounds like you guys had a great time. I want the dirt though.No late night wet t-shirt contest? No drunken stories??

[McLoki]

No late night wet t-shirt contest?

Ok, there was one - I am sorry to report that Opus was the big winner... :D

Mike and Annie - thank you for hosting the event. It went off great and we all had a good time thanks to your hospitality. The Dual SVS's are just insane. I really need to upgrade. (I think many of us left with that feeling.. :) )

I had a great time meeting everyone and listening to some tunes I had never heard before. (ok, and a few for good reason.. :p ) Thank you to our Hosts, Organizers (Victor and Jessica) and sponsers (Polk (of course) and Signal Cable) it was a great event and those whow couldn't make it really missed out.

Thanks again,

Michael

[heiney9]

Just got in and there is so much to talk about. I ended up buying Norms (Normanality) modded SDA-1C's. Just got 'em hooked up and I'm going to be in the SDA sweetspot for the next couple of hours and then I'll make my report of the fantastic weekend.

H9

[Fireman32]

Glad you guys had a good time. It makes me wish Octoiber was here for Polkfest at Teds. If you guys have one again next year I might have to make a trip out.

[SCompRacer]

Rich how about some names to faces please?

Ok, OK, I'm barely functioning here.;)

[hearingimpared]

Ok, OK, I'm barely functioning here.;)

Excellent!!! Thanks Rich.

[Ricardo]

Just got home...with a beautiful pair of rosewood Monitor 7B's with Peerless tweeters.
You'll have to wait for all the pictures.....time to spend some time with the family now ;)
Victor, let me know if you can get a dedicated spot in the showcase area; I think this would be the best palce to post them.

[heiney9]

Victor, let me know if you can get a dedicated spot in the showcase area; I think this would be the best palce to post them.

I agree. I'm so glad Ricardo, that you and I didn't have to mud wrestle to see who was taking the home the SDA-1C's. So far they sound absolutely stunning in my room on the long wall. Gotta get back to listening, I thinmI'm feeling sick and might have to call in to work tomorrow. :D

H9

[F1nut]

Excellent!!!

[SCompRacer]

Victor, let me know if you can get a dedicated spot in the showcase area; I think this would be the best palce to post them.


That has been discussed with Victor and Mike. But Victor is presently at the Chicago's Crosstown Classic where Jessica will be rooting for the Cubs to whup the White Sox. There is nothing wrong with posting pics in both places. Folks want pics!:cool: :D

[SCompRacer]

So far they sound absolutely stunning in my room on the long wall.

That is great news Brock! I am glad they survived the miles without any woofer damage and you are enjoying them.

[Lowell_M]

For the record... I am also VERY glad that HT and H9 didn't have to mud wrestle over ANYTHING. :eek:

I am going to go down and add the signal cable IC's to my rig and replace my crappy ratshack IC's. Of course, we all know it won't make a difference.;)

There really is just too much to type about the weekend. I haven't played any tunes yet today. I'm scared to listen to my system now after hearing all of the fantastic equipment that everybody brought to the get together. Thank you, everybody for making this get together what it was. This should be an annual event. (Yes, with different music next time, Mike)

This was my first experience with a vinyl setup and also the variety of tube amps and tube pre's. There was some very nice equipment, but I must say I'm going to stay SS for the time being. (I did like the tube CDP, though.) Differnt strokes for different folks.

OH yea (I keep having random thoughts)....The Sanders amps of Halo's and SCompRacer's that we were using are absolutely awesome!

[cfrizz]

Looks like everyone had a great time, congrats!

Now lets start hearing thoughts about all the gear!

[Lowell_M]

Aaron, SVS opens at 10am eastern, 9am central (703)-845-1472. Just ask for Eric:D

No need now...I took care of it, but:confused:... Do you think Mike will ever notice that his left sub is now just a cardboard tube covered with black carpet?:o

[MikeC78]

No need now...I took care of it, but:confused:... Do you think Mike will ever notice that his left sub is now just a cardboard tube covered with black carpet?:o


:eek: :eek::( :(

[hearingimpared]

:eek: :eek::( :(

Great job Mike. I hope you can make it to Ted's in October. I'm looking forward to meeting you.

[McLoki]

No need now...I took care of it, but:confused:... Do you think Mike will ever notice that his left sub is now just a cardboard tube covered with black carpet?:o

He made it through half a demo with neither one turned on, I am pretty sure that he would never notice if you just turned one up a little bit and left with the other.

I would not want to be in your shoes when he did notice though... :)

Michael

[Lowell_M]

He made it through half a demo with neither one turned on, I am pretty sure that he would never notice if you just turned one up a little bit and left with the other.

I would not want to be in your shoes when he did notice though... :)

Michael

Um...yea. I'm hoping that he checks to see that he really does still have both subs before he looks up my address. :eek: :D

[MikeC78]

Great job Mike. I hope you can make it to Ted's in October. I'm looking forward to meeting you.

Thanks Joe! If I have clear plans and it's okay with the boss woman, I'd love to make it.


Um...yea. I'm hoping that he checks to see that he really does still have both subs before he looks up my address. :eek: :D

Yes, I have both subs!:)

I don't know what the heck you guys are talking about, you are a big boy yourself Aaron(sp?)! I've been out of the gym for a while now, getting weak and fat.:o
Besides, I could never hurt a fellow polkie over an SVS.:p

[opus]

Mike, you won't believe it but i AM OUT OF BEER. How about a quick roadie, you could be here in a hour.

[MikeC78]

Mike, you won't believe it but i AM OUT OF BEER. How about a quick roadie, you could be here in a hour.

:p I told you to take beer with you!! I have soooo much beer left over, I could have another Polkfest for a couple weeks!:eek:

Thanks for making me an alcoholic!:(

[McLoki]

Besides, I could never hurt a fellow polkie over an SVS.:p

In that case I forgot something - can I come back for it? You don't have to be there, I can let myself in... :D

Michael

[hearingimpared]

In that case I forgot something - can I come back for it? You don't have to be there, I can let myself in... :D

Michael

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAaa

[MikeC78]

In that case I forgot something - can I come back for it? You don't have to be there, I can let myself in... :D

Michael

I said hurt, never said I wouldn't kill someone!:p I'm a crazy OIF Vet...

[hoosier21]

cool, Polk Forum meetings are a blast, beer, food, tunes, cool

[halo]

Hi everybody!

Sorry for chiming in so late but we just got back from the cross town classic where we got drenched in a hail storm. Unfortunately the White Sox pummeled the Cubs and the poncho I put on must have been perforated because when I took it off in the car I was soaked from head to toe :eek:

I'd like to add my sincere thanks to our gracious hosts Mike & Annie. You guys ROCK! You've got a standing invitation any time you happen to be in Chicago :)

To everyone one else:

It was a pleasure to meet you! :) I had a great time and I don't think I woul've changed a thing all weekend. The hospitality was second to none. The food was outstanding. The company was exceptional. The gear was plentiful. Had a GREAT time!

HUGE thanks got out to both the sponsors - Polk Audio & Signal Cable. Can not thank either of these companies enough. I'd also like to thank Normanality for his contributions as well.

I will contact Justin ASAP about the photos. Hang tight everybody, I'm on it :)

I will give Paul a call tomorrow am before or after PT & get him the list for the shirts and HTrookie's I-Sonic (Congrats!)

BIG thanks, from me, my sister, and the millions living with MS for the contributions :) This truely is THE BEST forum out there - BAR NONE!

And now for a few words from my lovely wife Jessica:

I would again like to thank our lovely hosts annie and mike thanks for your wonderful hospitality. You have a lovely home and your home theater is amazing and if anyone gets to steal the subwoofer its going to be me!!!!
I would also like to thank all who attended and brought their gear with the
comparsions I really learned alot this weekend. I really enjoyed meeting everyone your all wonderful people. I always wondered why he spent so much time on this forum but now I get it He couldn't have picked a nicer group of people to spend time with. Hope to do it again next year!

[dkg999]

I'm jumping in late also! It's been a long day getting stuff done so I can leave for Boston early Monday morning!

Mike and Annie - we could not have asked for better hosts! You two were absolutely fantastic! And your HT system absolutely rocks! From the dual SVS to the HD display, it was fantastic.

Victor, Rich, Ricardo - thanks so much for setting this up. I had a great time and look forward to future get togethers! I'm probably forgetting someone on the thank you's for putting the event together, forgive me if I left anyone out!

Polk Audio and Signal Cable - thanks for supporting our event. It's the little things like this that drive customer loyalty!

I had a great time and enjoyed meeting everyone and listening to all the gear that we had. On the way home I hit a pretty good sized pothole on I39, and the next thing I hear from Brock is "well there go a set of drivers ........ in the Monitor 10's". I tried to miss the big bumps after that :rolleyes:

Thanks again to everyone involved for a fantastic event! Doug

[schwarcw]

Congratulations to all you folks that made the Chicago Polkfest so wonderful. It's great to hear stories about members having a great time together. You folks will remeber this event for a lifetime. Great planning and teamwork by all!

More pic's!

[halo]

More pic's!I'm waiting for a response from Justin :) 80% of what we took came out blurry :(

I saw Rich, Ricardo, & Aaron taking photos. Anyone else?

[tonyb]

Ok, OK, I'm barely functioning here.;)


That pic looks like a bunch of escapee's from the looney bin.:)

[McLoki]

Gear (I heard alot and only remember some of it so bear with me)-

Nakamichi CA5 - SS preamp. Pretty old (maybe 15 or 20 years?) Sounded AWESOME. I liked the sound of the tube pre-amps that were playing, but switching to the SS Nak made everything sound so clean. I think it may have been my favorite of the pre-amps that I heard.

LSi7 VS LSi9 -
Downstairs the 7's were killing. For some reason, in that room - the 9's midbass hump was greatly exagerated and the 7's were just sounding better. We brought both speakers upstairs into the main 2 channel area both running off some killer gear and the 9's proceeded to crush the 7's with everything that was played. I will state that the 7's were my rear speakers in my HT and the wood sides had been removed. I do not know if that would have made any difference or not, but wanted to throw that disclaimer out there. Without the sides on them and when next to the 9's, the 7's look really small. (like give a guy a complex small) Anyway - If you are going to purchase the smaller LSi speakers the smart money says purchase the 9's. If you get the big mid-bass hump and it is exagerated to the point it blows the experience, return them and get the 7's.

9's vs 15's -
This was kind of surprising as many chose the 9's over the 15's (not I mind you, but many others.... :) ) to each their own, but they are both great sounding speakers.

Eros something or others -
Very nice detailed speaks, but just not my cup of tea. Almost the same as most of the electrostatics that I have heard. I was bi-amping them with the cinepro and they were really nice (and darn loud). We tried bridging the panels (It should have worked) and was met with sparks, elevated blood pressure and silence. In the end nothing was hurt, but that may have been my first and last attempt to bridge with the cinepro. (It did sound nice right up to the point it stopped working though... :o :eek: :rolleyes:) I was left with understanding the draw of electrostatics, but not really wanting a set.

Von Schweikert VR2's (I cut and pasted the name from MikeC's post so blame him if spelling is wrong.. :))
Anyway - these speakers are great. They may be the most detailed non-brite speaker I have heard so far. They are really pretty small towers (shorter than the 15's) but the sound the produce is great. Showing my love of two channel, the entire time I heard them I was thinking how awesome 5 of them would sound in a HT environment...:p Very, Very nice speaker. If you get the chance - you should really try to demo a pair.

Raysonic CD player -
This was about the coolest looking piece of equipment there. It is a tube CD player with blue lights, a clear top and you have to dismatle the darn thing every time you put a CD into it. While the name does sound like a brand you would pick up at K-Mart, the sound it produced was strictly top shelf. It was awesome and looked incredible (to put it in movie terms it looked like a cross between star trek and the fast and the furious).

The Modwright did sound nice, but it just looked like a cd player. How booring is that? The Raysonic looked like it could blow apart in a spectacular light show every time you saw someone changing the CD in it.... (it never did blow apart, but I bet it would look spectacular doing so... :D)

Mikes dual SVS HT -
It's just rediculous. There is so much bass I think his house may have started as a ranch and he just inflated the roof to form a second level during Black Hawk Down. The HD sources on a 50" screen are so worth it and everything looked fantastic. We did do a quick shootout between my NAD pre/Pro and his Pioneer AVR. It was much closer than I thought it would be with the NAD giving just a little extra detail. The added benefit of having HDMI switching on the AVR would make it a tough choice if I had to recommend one or the other to someone. (to 85% of the people I would have to recommend the Pioneer just for the flexability of HDMI and the uncompressed sound available when running HD sources.

The rest -
The beer, cheesecake and brats were all great. The company was awesome. All the amps sounded great (even my HT based Cinepro right up until it went into protection mode) and everyone seemed to have a very good time. All the equipment that showed up working left that way and there was little structural damage caused to Mikes house. (any damage there was caused by his dual SVS setup)

That is about as much as I remember.... Any specific questions just ask and I (or others) will be glad to chime in.

Michael

[RuSsMaN]

Halo, pm me for a login/id for Chitown PF 2007 in the system showcase - then you can share the login/pw with those that need it and we can document it for all time.

You guys ROCK.

Cheers,
Russ

[halo]

pm on the way :)

Thanks Russ!

[swerve]

i forgot all about this... sad thing is it was right down the road pretty much. Oh well +1 for getting absolutely smashed earlier this week after finals ended. Life goes on I guess.

Hope you all had fun//and have a safe trip back home.

Adam

[halo]

Don't sweat it Adam. Hopefully this will be an annual event ;) :)

Check with MikeC78 about a demo of one of the baddest HT's on the PLANET ;) :D

[SCompRacer]

Eros something or others -



InnerSound Eros MK II's.

Nobody’s fault but mine….even lack of sleep and alcohol are no excuse for the stupid mistake I made. I should have stopped the demo with your amp when I saw the clip lights going off. The protective circuitry of the Cinepro did not like the variable load the ESL panel was presenting, which is a faster changing and much broader range than what conventional speakers present. When an amp is clipping, the amp just isn’t as dynamic, which is what I felt and someone in the room commented on. Bridging the amp made it worse. Your amp was just not designed to run an ESL panel, while the InnerSound/Sanders amps are.

I don’t know about the design of the Cinepro, but usually when an amp clips, protective circuitry switches the power on and off to the output transistors. Most likely, that resulted in a high transient voltage spike being sent to the panels. There is a 50 to 1 transformer in the speaker that drives the ESL panels. If a high voltage spike were sent it would be magnified 50 times which resulted in the light show. The light show was caused by the right ESL panel arcing at the bottom where the wires from the 50:1 transformer connect.

Fortunately, your amp is fine and Norm’s speaker worked fine after it was reconnected to the InnerSound/Sanders amps. I sent an email to Roger Sanders (the designer of the InnerSound speaker) inquiring about the incident to see what he has to say.


How booring is that?

Gear stays on and around my rack by how it sounds, not how it looks.;)

[McLoki]

InnerSound Eros MK II's.

Nobody’s fault but mine….even lack of sleep and alcohol are no excuse for the stupid mistake I made. I should have stopped the demo with your amp when I saw the clip lights going off. The protective circuitry of the Cinepro did not like the variable load the ESL panel was presenting, which is a faster changing and much broader range than what conventional speakers present. When an amp is clipping, the amp just isn’t as dynamic, which is what I felt and someone in the room commented on. Bridging the amp made it worse. Your amp was just not designed to run an ESL panel, while the InnerSound/Sanders amps are.

I don’t know about the design of the Cinepro, but usually when an amp clips, protective circuitry switches the power on and off to the output transistors. Most likely, that resulted in a high transient voltage spike being sent to the panels. There is a 50 to 1 transformer in the speaker that drives the ESL panels. If a high voltage spike were sent it would be magnified 50 times which resulted in the light show. The light show was caused by the right ESL panel arcing at the bottom where the wires from the 50:1 transformer connect.

Fortunately, your amp is fine and Norm’s speaker worked fine after it was reconnected to the InnerSound/Sanders amps. I sent an email to Roger Sanders (the designer of the InnerSound speaker) inquiring about the incident to see what he has to say.

It shouldn't have been clipping (when the "issue" happened anyway) the volume was way below what it had been with just straight bi-amping.

For those curious, we biamped the panels with my Cinepro amp. I mentioned that I had never seen the clip lights come on with my Cinepro but they are supposed to be there. We had the speaks cranking pretty good and I was surprised that the clip lighs were flashing on the channels driving the panels but not on the channels driving the woofers. That was when the bright idea came to me to bridge the channels driving the panels and keep the woofers drived the way they were (1 channel each). (six channel amp remember, 2 bridged used 4 channels and 2 normal for the bass panels used the other two) We had it at what I would describe as a moderate level (no where near as loud as it was when just biamping) and there was a spark in the speaker followed by silence from the amp. The amp had another light I had never seen on before (a red "protection" light) glowing. We shut everything down, hooked the Cinepro to some more conventional speakers and it played fine. Hooked the InnerSound speakers up to the Sanders amp and the right channel did not sound right. (crap!!!!) found out someone had flipped the light switch controlling the outlet the right InnerSound was plugged into (killing external power to the panel) - turned the switch back on and the speaker was back in business, sounding great. The Cinepro hung its head in shame and left the demo area... :o


I think must have had something to do with bridging the amp. I am wondering if even though the speaker hits 2 ohms at 20k hz, if it dips below 4 ohms at places under that. The Cinepro is stable to 2 ohms and can be bridged at 4, but I wonder if the speaker was just to much of a load for it when bridged. Anyway - like you said, everything appears to be working fine all the way around, I am just not used to (or knowledgeable about) the kind of load that electrostatic speakers present. It did sound nice while it was playing though.... :)



Gear stays on and around my rack by how it sounds, not how it looks.;)

Just giving you a hard time. :p

Michael

[engtaz]

Great to hear the equipment and speakers are ok.

[Ricardo]

Here are all the pictures I have...no editing, titles or comments. Will do that when I can post in the showcase area.

Edit: Pictures already in the showcase (thanks Victor).

http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showcase/view.php?userid=80719

[Ricardo]

Oh and by the way...I listened to the 7B's (with Peerless) last night, and after hearing them I really wish I could have picked them up on Friday....these 30 years old babies would have beaten more than one of those "new technology" speakers at the fest. I heard Noel's 7A's a couple of years ago and since then I had this "urge" to own a pair with the peerless. Now I know why.

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t123/garcimol/IMG_3533.jpg

[SCompRacer]

Michael, IIRC bridging an amplifier causes it to see half the load impedance that it would when it is not bridged so that could cause the protective circuitry to really go nuts. I shouldn't have said your amp was clipping, just that the protection circuit was kicking in. An 8 Ohm speaker can range from 2 to 50 Ohms. An ESL panel can range from 2 to 112 Ohms. I don't know enough about protective circuitry to speak in absolutes, but perhaps the panels are outside the parameters of the Cinepro protection circuitry? You could check with Cinepro and see what they say. I know your never gonna own a pair of ESL's,:p :D but it might answer the question.

It is hard for me to condemn the speakers as Norm never had a problem with them and they play fine with the InnerSound/Sanders ESL amps. There are plenty of discussions out there about amps that work well with the difficult loads Maggies, InnerSounds, ML,'s, etc. can place on an amp and its protective circuitry. The only reason Norm ended up with two pairs of Eros MK II's (and wants to sell these for a very fair price) was to get the second design bass amp. You cannot purchase the second design bass amp with active crossover seperately, only the ESL panel amps are available. When a pair of Eros MKII speakers popped up on the 'gon with the second design bass amp, he bought them.

The second design bass amp (like the one Victor had at the fest) is very desirable over the first design. The second design is more powerful at 600WPC @ 4 Ohms versus the first design at 200WPC @ 4 Ohms. It also provides remote control of the active crossover along with output volume so you can connect a source directly to it.

I can smile (a little:p ) about it now, but at the time I was very concerned about what might have happened to a pair of speakers belonging to a friend. I couldn't see who was where in the room, but maybe the flash caused someone to jump (a very appropriate reaction) and they bumped the switch controlling the outlet the right speaker was plugged into. Scary moments, but life would be boring without a little excitement now and then.

No way should the Cinepro hang its head in shame. There are many amps out there that just don't get along with ESL's.

[dorokusai]

The curse has been broken, great event, glad everyone had fun.

[heiney9]

Sorry to chime in so late, it certainly isn’t a reflection on one of the most enjoyable couple of days I’ve had in awhile. I got all caught up in the SDA’s yesterday and last evening that I just didn’t allow time for my comments on the Chicago PF.

First off, it’s been said before but, a big THANK YOU to Mike and Annie for opening up their home to a bunch of stangers. Your hospitality, kindness and tolerance was simply awesome. The South has got nothing on you guys. Big thanks to Opus (Kevin) for providing all the liquid refreshment, a very nice selection of beer; it was appreciated.

I also can’t say enough about the goodies Frank from Signal Cable sent along. I will be a customer for life because this is the kind of stuff that makes a lasting impression and I’ve already told a handful of people what a generous offering you supplied. You can bet out of the 2 dozen or so people I can “spread the word” amongst you’ll be making some sales. I was really disappointed no one from Polk could make it, but the t-shirts will make up for that. I’ve heard great things about both Al and Paul and perhaps I’ll get to meet them in the future.

Also, big thanks to Victor (Halo) and his awesome wife for keeping this event on track both in the planning stages and at the actual event. Jess is trained well (no disrespect meant) and seems to have as much enthusiasm as the rest of us phreaks for audio and she knows what the hell she is doing as well; plus she a die hard Cubbies fan. :)

Lastly and certainly not least Rich (SCompRacer) the amount of gear you were willing to load up in a rented van and transport was just awesome. Your TT rig was stellar as I haven’t heard a proper analog rig in over 15 years. I had a great time talking with you as well; you are extremely knowledgeable. Also, a big thanks to Norm (Normanality) and especially his heavily modded (Sonic Caps, Vampire, RD0's) SDA 1C’s which are now in my living room.

I’m currently at work and didn’t want to wait until this evening to get something posted. There is certainly more to come as I have more to say about the Fest but I should get some work done or I’ll be looking for a job. <lol> :D

H9

P.s. the rest of the Polkies I met were absolutely wonderful. We all had a great time together and I got to make some new friends. We all had fun joking with each other, etc.

[zombie boy 2000]

My apologies to all at Polkfest for my "no-show". A combination of being away from my computer since Wednesday and simply forgetting when the event was happening has me wearing the dunce cap tenfold. It would appear that my loss is my loss is my loss -- as it seems a stellar time was had by all.

Missing out on free booze, grub, tunes, gear and a motley assortment of Polkies I would have loved to finally put a face to has me flogging myself at the current moment. Hearing that Ricardo is the life of the party I knew he would be only adds insult to injury:D

Thanks to all who worked so hard to put this together. I'm sure this Karma will come back and hump your leg.

[Ricardo]

Well, I have no idea why Mike says I am "hilarious".....I did my best to behave and am pretty sure I didn't drink more than I should.....

(And, I swear I never had my pants off.....I thought Rich was more serious ;))

[heiney9]

My apologies to all at Polkfest for my "no-show". A combination of being away from my computer since Wednesday and simply forgetting when the event was happening has me wearing the dunce cap tenfold. It would appear that my loss is my loss is my loss -- as it seems a stellar time was had by all.

Yep, yep, yep. Pull a chair up in the corner and face forward and think about what you did; we'll tell you when you can stop sitting the corner, by yourself :D :D .

After reading this thread I think you get the idea, it was your loss :) I'm pretty sure there will be a next time though !!:cool:

H9