Central PA gathering

[nadams]

UPDATE!!! Official Final Organizational Post

Here's who's coming-


nadams
milenko
MuncyBob
CLPolk
dorokusai
kab
lazareath
jdhdiggs
lightman1
NJPOLKER (???)
scottnbnj (???)
CaligulaPolk (???)

Time - Gathering officially starts at NOON on Saturday, June 13th. For those that are travelling, it's understandable if you arrive a little early. My door will be locked until 11am, so don't expect to start setting up your gear at 6. I'm sure you guys are resourceful enough to find a way in, but that'd be frowned upon.

Demos - Demos will start whenever they start. Things are going to be pretty laid back... whatever gear/music people want to listen to, is fine. We may end up moving the dining room table out under the carport to give another room to set up gear in.

Food - Food is still able to be decided on. Pizza was suggested... I'm also planning on pulling a bunch of beef out of the fridge to make into burgers for the grill. Beer will be available. I'll be picking up three cases of Yuengling. There will also be water, iced tea, and cans of soda for those who don't want to drink beer all day. Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of food, drink, ice, medical bills, and bail, but aren't mandatory.

Quitting time - Yes, all good things must come to an end. Official end of any "loud" demos should be around 9 or 10. By then, I'm expecting people to be about ready to crawl back from whence they came. If we end up hanging out later, that's cool too... I just don't want to be a nuisance late at night. Being a nuisance during the day is okay.

A few rules - No smoking in the house. No sodomizing the cats. No sodomizing the host. Leave my girlfriend out of your sick games. If you are going to run naked in the street, you must wear a paper bag over your head. Paper bags are not provided. Some materials used in this product have been known to the State of California to cause cancer.

That should about wrap it up. PM me if you still don't have my address. Hope to see you all here on Saturday!!!

Since we've got some new folks from Central PA around here, It's been discussed about having a little mini-meet. Details are currently vague at best, but if you're interested, post here! Folks from NY/NJ/MD are welcome to make the drive!

I would be happy to offer up my house to set some gear up in if no-one else wants to. Some minor issues with that would be:

I don't have a nice TV
I have one pair of speakers - my SDA2's

However, I would be able to set up equipment in two different rooms (sadly, they are joined with an open doorway), and I'm sure we could have a good time. I could also get my brother to bring his Monitor 10's over to represent the vintage polk a bit more.

Obviously, if we chose to do it at my place, other attendees would be welcome to bring along any gear they wish, to be able to crank up some different stuff!

My place is in Berwick, PA, zip 18603. Easy access from Rt 80, Rt 11, and Rt 93.

If someone else wants to offer up their place, and the majority agrees, I'm all for that, too!

[muncybob]

Sounds interesting once the weather breaks. I doubt that I'll bring my 2B's with me though!:eek: Could bring along some Niles outdoor speakers for a listen..maybe somebody has Polk outdoor for a comparison? If your place doesn't pan out I could host a gathering once the 2B's get the TL upgrade(early autumn is my best guess right now)..no large tv but I have 9' pool table and regulation length illuminated horseshoe playing area if weather pemits.

[CLPolk]

Sounds Kool to me.

[hearingimpared]

Boy we Delawarians get left out of everything.:p

[CaligulaPolk]

Boy we Delawarians get left out of everything.:p

Meet us in Philly, we wont leave u out! :D

dont worry, im always left out! :p

[dorokusai]

I'm kinda interested.

[scottnbnj]

i cross pa once in a while on either 80 or the turnpike. if the timing's right, it would be great to swing through and meet some polkies.

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[nadams]

Well, let's see what happens once things get a bit warmer. I'm bustin ass right now trying to save up money to do things to the house this year, so I don't have a lot of time on the weekends right now.

[apphd]

I'm kind of interested as well. Like most it depends on when the date and location are settled, but sounds like fun!

[CLPolk]

I just got a pair of Monitor 11's I could bring.

[nadams]

I'm kinda interested.

That's about all we can expect :p

Muncybob- I'd be happy to host something at my place... but a 9' pool table in attendance would kick ass, too!

I'd be happy to cart gear to your place (obviously not the SDA's, since you have a pair), if you want to host. If not, I'm cool with it being at my place... just make sure you bring that pool table with you. We'll set it up in the carport.

[Vette C6.r]

Interested but from Baltimore it would be one heck of a drive. Even at the speeds that I drive.

[muncybob]

That's about all we can expect :p

Muncybob- I'd be happy to host something at my place... but a 9' pool table in attendance would kick ass, too!

I'd be happy to cart gear to your place (obviously not the SDA's, since you have a pair), if you want to host. If not, I'm cool with it being at my place... just make sure you bring that pool table with you. We'll set it up in the carport.

Well, if we wait long enough we could compare your 2's with my upgraded 2B's...unless of course you have had yours upgraded too? Since I haven't had my turntable operating in some years, it would be interesting to listen to some vinyl thru the Polks also! As for the 9 footer, you'll have to settle from some sticks, chalk and balls! I probably won't have my speakers upgraded until early autumn.

[nadams]

Does anyone who might be interested in this have a record cleaning machine they might be able to truck along? I've got a few LPs that could use a scrubbing, but I can't afford $600 for a VPI...

[nadams]

Going to throw June 13th out there. I'm located in zip 18603. If you're interested, PM me and I'll get you an address. Not going to post the address publically.

[muncybob]

PM sent!

[nadams]

Date looks good for Bob... just need some more people to chime in.

All the equipment in my signature will be available to demo, as well as the following:

Pioneer SX-450 vintage receiver
Marantz 2220b vintage receiver
EPI M50 bookshelf speakers
Polk R15 bookshelf speakers
Polk Monitor 10 Series II floorstanders

I have some vinyl and a pretty good selection of classic rock on CD, and muncybob has offered to bring some vinyl along. I'll give any kind of music a spin, but personally tend to gravitate towards classic rock.

I DO NOT have a Blu-Ray or any high-def player, and really my TV is wholly inadequate to even be included in the demo's. We're probably going to want tha room to swap gear anyway. Therefore, this will be a 2 channel get together specifically.

If anyone has any equipment they want to truck along to add into the mix, be my guest. Especially appreciated would be some different cables to try, and I personally am just running plain old RatShack wire for my speakers, and Bluejeans cable for my IC's.

Depending on when we decide to get things started, lunch/dinner will either be served, or we may truck out to a local eatery and generally make a spectacle of ourselves. I was thinking some steaks/burgers/chicken on the grill would be nice, maybe eat outside under the carport. Oh, and there'll be some suds, but anyone's welcome to bring along their favorite brews. I keep Yuengling around as a general rule. If we get enough people, maybe we could chip in for a quarter to have on ice or something. (I like thinking big)

So, lets see if we can get some interest generated!

[Vette C6.r]

i can't drive _____ that far with my LSI's hooked up to my car stereo

[muncybob]

Besides some vinyl I plan to bring along a pair of Niles OS-20 outdoor speakers...some of the better outdoor speakers IMHO. I also have a RS analog sound meter and an Avia test disc if interested.

I'm hoping some of my older vinyl is in good condition...I have the first 2 albums by Camel....if you are into progrock these guys were one of the first. I'll look at what I have and list some so we don't duplicate things.

Cold Ying Yang Lager sounds good along with a burger or 2! Once we see how many may attend perhaps we can divy up a grocery list?

[dorokusai]

I'll commit for now, bring some Usher loudspeakers and maybe some other stuff.

[nadams]

Awesome muncybob. I'd be interested in the sound meter and test disc just for S&G's. Never had a chance to see what the old SDA's will put out.

Mark- Sounds good! I'd be happy to have you grace my humble abode.

[CaligulaPolk]

I'll commit for now, bring some Usher loudspeakers and maybe some other stuff.

where are u located beside 6 feet under?

[dorokusai]

Guam.

[nadams]

It's a short drive...

[nadams]

C'mon guys, this should be a good time no matter what. We've got some good vintage Polks, good brews, good food, and of course good company. George Grand, you need to consider making the trip :)

[ben62670]

If I were closer:( These get togethers rock. Good luck, and people need to get involved. Any camping, or attractions local? Also kids get out of school in some locals a little later... I hope people get out and make it happen.
Take care.
Ben

[George Grand]

George Grand, you need to consider making the trip :)

Thanks Noah, but does the world really need a future episode of CSI or Law & Order, which is only a LOOSE adaption of the actual facts?

I can't have my story told like that. I'm sure you understand.

[CaligulaPolk]

Central PA like where?

[nadams]

Thanks Noah, but does the world really need a future episode of CSI or Law & Order, which is only a LOOSE adaption of the actual facts?

I can't have my story told like that. I'm sure you understand.

Rock on George. But believe me, the actual facts of your legacy will only LOOSELY be told if you DON'T show up. The stuff I tell of you will ONLY be based on my interpretation, and therefore will be more like the TV version than you can imagine.

[nadams]

Central PA like where?

Berwick, PA. ZIP 18603. If you're interested, shoot me a PM.

[dorokusai]

I'm in.

[nadams]

I'm in.

Awesome, man. Looks like we'll have some speaker cables to try out if NJPolker pulls through, which I'm sure he will. You've gotta come, at least for the beer. I'll chalk out a spot on the floor for you if you happen to pass out. We can drag you over and nobody can take your space. Sorry I don't have any chickens like Ben, but you can go for my cat if you want. She likes Jack Daniels on the rocks, but that's a rare treat as I don't drink it :)

[dorokusai]

I have a history of dancing naked alot when I'm comfortable in a habitat, is that a problem?

[nadams]

I have a history of dancing naked alot when I'm comfortable in a habitat, is that a problem?

I keep the blinds closed out of habit. The neighbors are used to it anyway. I should probably make them sign my own version of an NDA, regarless.

[scottnbnj]

my sister might be in for a visit around then, but we haven't locked in dates yet. if that gets pushed back i'll probably be about due for a pizza run around then.

so, i'm a definate can't say yet, but, hoping to see all of you. er,i mean,..see everyone, not ~all~ of anyone.

)

[CaligulaPolk]

Berwick, PA. ZIP 18603. If you're interested, shoot me a PM.

2 hours drive is not bad.. i ll let u know soon

[GMiller]

I can't tell you how many times I've driven 80 through Berwick. My wife is from Conyngham, I'm from Lewisburg. Worked in the Poconos each summer (and the semester on double secret probation...)

I will never go back to the yankee winters, though.

[nadams]

I DO NOT have a Blu-Ray or any high-def player, and really my TV is wholly inadequate to even be included in the demo's. We're probably going to want tha room to swap gear anyway. Therefore, this will be a 2 channel get together specifically.

This has changed. I still don't have a Blu-Ray player, but I did just get a 32" Philips LCD last night, as well as a DVD player with DivX capability and HDMI output. If anyone has a PS3 or a Blu-Ray player and wants to drag it along, I'm sure we could find some demo materials.

[cnh]

How far is that from the Lehigh Valley? I may be down that way dealing with my deceased parent's house sometime around then. I realize I 'should know this' since I grew up down there but it escapes the half-century memory. I'd love to hear some vintage stuff and hang since my only experience with old Polk products is from the mid-80s when their bookshelves were in a lot of record stores in NYC?

I'm assuming its less than 2 hours?

Thanks..

cnh

[nadams]

Google maps says 1.5 hours from allentown. From Allentown it's easy. 476 (NE Ext of the turnpike) to 80, to 93, takes you straight to berwick.

[cnh]

Thanks, should've thought of that myself. Now I just have to check the schedule and see if I can coordinate with the time....

cnh

[CLPolk]

berwick oh Yeah Tuzzi's pizza run!!

[CaligulaPolk]

This has changed. I still don't have a Blu-Ray player, but I did just get a 32" Philips LCD last night, as well as a DVD player with DivX capability and HDMI output. If anyone has a PS3 or a Blu-Ray player and wants to drag it along, I'm sure we could find some demo materials.

I dont mind bringing my ps3 if you guys will not touch it!! :D

i have about 400 blu ray movies, list movies for demo material, ill bring if i have the movies listed.

Ill have to delete some porn clips unless you wanna feel porn on subwoofer!!


Just kidding about the porn clips, dont have em on my ps3 !!! :D

[nadams]

berwick oh Yeah Tuzzi's pizza run!!

Hey, if you want, that's fine with me. I'm still trying to iron out the food situation, but I'm sure we'll get it figured out when it gets closer to time.

Does that mean you're "in"?

[nadams]

I dont mind bringing my ps3 if you guys will not touch it!! :D

i have about 400 blu ray movies, list movies for demo material, ill bring if i have the movies listed.

Ill have to delete some porn clips unless you wanna feel porn on subwoofer!!


Just kidding about the porn clips, dont have em on my ps3 !!! :D

Not really sure of any demo material, and I've always been uncomfortable with a bunch of guys in one room all watching porn :p.

Keep in mind this is still going to be primarily a 2ch gathering, as I do not have a HT by any means. But even as such, some people like myself prefer to watch their movies in 2ch :)

[nadams]

I'm thinking of a start time of 10am. Finish time for demos would be around 8pm or so, just to not get too late. Folks are welcome to stay later, and if you plan on drinking, you're welcome to stay here. I've got a pullout couch, and I'll have an entire room on the 2nd floor for people to crash on the floor. Anyone is welcome to stay overnight.

[kleggett]

Wish I lived in PA

[CLPolk]

Hey, if you want, that's fine with me. I'm still trying to iron out the food situation, but I'm sure we'll get it figured out when it gets closer to time.

Does that mean you're "in"?

Yes I would love to come!!

[dorokusai]

Food is a priority for me....I'm a growing child.

[nadams]

Food is a priority for me....I'm a growing child.

You're growing a child? Doro, I had no idea! Congrats, when is he/she due??? :D

I was thinking maybe a "bring your favorite meat to share with everyone", but that could get out of hand :o

[Mother Mooch]

Hey folks, Just wanted to let you know if there's anything i can for a fellow polkie here in Western PA, i'm open. I have been down on my luck and a couple of fellow polkies are helping me out, So in turn i would like to return the karma to anybody who's in need :) I don't have much to offer, but maybe a service or two if you're ever in my area!

A big thanks to "thesmith" and "cnh"

[cnh]

No need for a thank you Steve.

That's why we're here! And we may take you up on that if we're out your way.

cnh

[Mother Mooch]

No need for a thank you Steve.

That's why we're here! And we may take you up on that if we're out your way.

cnh


I have to thank you Cnh :) i was ready to give up on the search. I had been keeping my eye on AG, Ebay, here and Craigs' list with no hope of relief. It's amazing how much people will pay for even a broken amp. I was lucky enough a few months ago to buy a Nikko ad 100 amp only to have it fizzle the first week of listening. Luckily it was dirt cheap, but it did break my heart. Then to come here and find all you folks! :)


Thanks man again
Steve

[nadams]

Hey, Steve... you're welcome at my gathering, too, if you can make the drive. It's not so bad... depending on where you are in western pa. My ex-GF went to IUP, so I did a lot of the 3 hour drive back and forth to Indiana. Where are you at?

[ben62670]

Douche bags get together. Nothing is better than first hand experience. Most of the crap you read online is pretty much meaningless till you have ears on experience.

[nadams]

You calling my meet a "douchebags get-together"????

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[dorokusai]

I don't believe that's what he meant.

[ben62670]

You calling my meet a "douchebags get-together"????

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Not at all:)
Polkies need to get together. If I were closer you would certainly see me:)
Ben

[Lasareath]

Is there a Date set yet?

I needa mini polk meet, moving & crazy clients driving me nuts!

I can bring my SRS 2's, but I think the SL2000's blown in the right speaker.

Maybe I will buy 4 new ones this week.

I also have a pair of Monitor 7A's

[muncybob]

If anybody still has the SL2000 tweeters in their cabinets and wants to hear the 194's I would be willing to pull my pair and bring them along.

[nadams]

Not at all:)
Polkies need to get together. If I were closer you would certainly see me:)
Ben

I know... just joking. Guess I needed some smilies in there.

Muncy- You're welcome to bring the RD's. I still have SL2000's in my SDA's and have never heard the replacements.

Las- Date is set for June 13th. You'd be more than welcome to bring any gear you want to let people get their ears on.I'm trying not to ask anyone to bring anything, because I know it can be a pain to move this gear of ours!

I'll be posting an info bulletin here shortly to bring things together.

[nadams]

Attendance list so far

nadams
milenko (my brother)
muncybob
clpolk
dorokusai
caligulapolk
apphd (???)
lasareath (???)
scottnbnj (???)

Gear list so far

Hafler DH-110 pre
Adcom GFA-545
Denon DCD-610 cdp
Technics SL-MA1 TT
Marantz 2220b vintage receiver
Pioneer SX-450 vintage receiver

Polk Audio SDA2's
Polk Audio R15's
Polk Audio Monitor 10 Series II's
Polk Audio SDA SRS 2's (??? Las ???)
Some kind of Usher Speakers (??? Doro ???)
Niles OS-20 Outdoor speakers (muncybob)
EPI M50's
Some kind of old RadioShack speakers (don't sound too bad)

Schedule

10am start
10-12:30ish - Demos, gear swapping, terrorizing the cats, general BS
12:30ish or whenever - Grill time
1:30ish-6pm - More Demo's, Drinks, and Doro. The cats will probably be missing by now.
6pm - Up to the attendees if we want to get pizza from any of the local establishments. Pretty much any pizza place in town is good, and there's no less than a half dozen of them. And not a one of them is commercial chain frozen crap.
Onward 'til 8pm- I'd like to be wrapping up any demos. We can continue past 8, but we should watch the volume.

Folks are welcome to stay as long as you'd like. There will be plenty of beer available (Planning on two cases of Yuengling, and one of Lionshead, to start). If you prefer other beverages, plan on bringing them. I'm not going to police people's drinking, just don't get out of hand. And if you think you don't want to drive at the end of it, you're welcome to drink some more and crash here.

Remember, ZIP code is 18603 to get an idea for directions. If you're attending, please PM me and I'll get you the address and my cell # in case you get lost.

[dorokusai]

Usher X-718.

[nadams]

Usher X-718.

Hey, they look pretty f'n sweet!

[Lasareath]

I know... just joking. Guess I needed some smilies in there.

Muncy- You're welcome to bring the RD's. I still have SL2000's in my SDA's and have never heard the replacements.

Las- Date is set for June 13th. You'd be more than welcome to bring any gear you want to let people get their ears on.I'm trying not to ask anyone to bring anything, because I know it can be a pain to move this gear of ours!

I'll be posting an info bulletin here shortly to bring things together.



June 10th is my Birthday & June 13th is the party at my house.

[dorokusai]

Man, I sure wish I could attend that shindig. I'd even bring my own donkey.

[reeltrouble1]

I am pretty sure you are a "person of interest" in that area, best to lay low.

RT1

[Lasareath]

Man, I sure wish I could attend that shindig. I'd even bring my own donkey.


We're gonna have Clowns, Balloons and Lobster, I guess a Donkey will fit in well, it may bring back memories for my Dad, He used to use Donkeys in Italy on his Dad's farm.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ok5rOO2v2dU

[nadams]

Sorry you can't make it, Las. Punch a clown for me!

[Lasareath]

Sorry you can't make it, Las. Punch a clown for me!


Yeah, would have been cool. I can't leave my own birthday party :(

[nadams]

Hey, if anyone shows interest, we could hit Berwick's local brewery. http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/16818/?view=beerfly&ba=sholland119

www.oneguybrewing.com

I hear he's got some great stuff, though I haven't been there yet. Hoping to get there this weekend.

[muncybob]

Is One Guy close by? Did you make it there over the weekend?

[nadams]

One Guy is only a couple of streets away. My brother and I went on Saturday night. It was pretty nice. We got seats at the bar, mostly because there were a few groups of people sitting around the tables already. I tried all 3 beers he had on tap, one of them twice. The Berwick Lager was my favorite. Next in line was the Wheat Ale, which was really good (and I don't like wheat ales normally. This one's brewed with apple cider :D). My least favorite was the Atomic Punk IPA, which is an extremely hoppy beer. It was okay... I drank it, but I washed it down with another Lager :)

Sadly, he didn't have any growlers to fill at the moment... he'd run out of empties. So, we left after our 4 beers and went back to the house to finish off the evening with Yuengling, Stuccios pizza, and a cigar out on the porch. Next time, I'll be getting a growler or two of the Lager, for sure.

[muncybob]

hhhhmmmmm, sounds like a June field trip in the making!

[NJPOLKER]

As you know I am from New Jersey. I also have a home where we fish, hunt, relax and party in Cammal Pa which is at the bottom of the Grand Canyon of PA. Its really beautiful up there and about a hour and a half from the party. Maybe, if I am invited and can get up there I'd attend. Also could bring something to try out. The problem is I have no idea what I'll be doing or where I'll be mid June.

[nadams]

NJPolker- You're more than welcome to attend. Anyone who can make it is welcome.

[NJPOLKER]

Are you sure?? :D
I will let you know as time winds down.
Thanks

[muncybob]

Cammal is great country! I think you should head up this way June 13th!

[NJPOLKER]

Hey Bob
Make no mistake, I love it there and will do my best. Our home sits right on a beautiful stretch of Pine Creek. We have Bald Eagles, Minks and I have been told river otters but I think some of the locals smoke too much pot!
We'll see what happens.
Thanks

[muncybob]

Knowing some people up that way they smoke their own homegrown! Pine Creek is beautiful in spring! I'm hoping to hike/camp up that way sometime this year. With places like that it often makes me wonder why people around here feel compelled to travel several hundreds/thousands of miles to vacation each year!

[NJPOLKER]

Knowing some people up that way they smoke their own homegrown! Pine Creek is beautiful in spring! I'm hoping to hike/camp up that way sometime this year. With places like that it often makes me wonder why people around here feel compelled to travel several hundreds/thousands of miles to vacation each year!

Yeah they smoke there own and it's not good stuff, not that I'd know from personal experience :rolleyes:
Let me know when you head that way. I should be up there a two weeks. If you do go stop at the Wagon Wheel (tavern) and tell them you know me!!! :eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:
Drew

[muncybob]

Thanx for the invite Drew...you never know. I have so many "projects" started but unfinished at this time that I doubt it will be anytime soon though. Hope you can make it in June to the get together!

[jdhdiggs]

I'll head up, I have a ton of amps and speakers hanging out in the basement if you want additional rigs, PM me if interested.

[CLPolk]

jdhdiggs Just bring the the amp's that are for sale Cheap!! LOL

[jdhdiggs]

What's cheap? The cheapest amps I have run $800-$900 on E-bay / A-gon.. If that's cheap to you, well, have at it. I think I'll bring my 9's with the tube modded CDP and passive pre from TPG 2 and actively bi-amp the knight mono tube amps and the Adcom 565's, how's that sound?

That allright with you Nadams?

[nadams]

Alright??? Is that all right??? hell, that's better than anything I've got here. The 565's won't run my sda's, since they can't be strapped together for common ground, but i'd guess they'd run those Ushers that Mark is bringing up just find. You have any tube amps that we could give a run on the SDA's? I'd hate to get myself sucked into the tube crowd, but all the same, I'd like to get my ears on some. Maybe tame those sl2000's down a bit.

I might have to call attendance closed after jdhdiggs. My house isn't that big, and we're getting up there in the number of people. Remember folks, this isn't an extravagant party. We've got like 500 sq feet of audio space to work with. Plus I don't have a ton of money for food or beer, though I'm saving up for both. Yes, it was my idea to host a get-together, so I'm responsible for everything. But from here on out, I think attendance should be closed to those who've already RSVP'ed.

[ben62670]

565's can be tied together;) Negative terminal to negative terminal. I have them.
Ben

[mmadden28]

I must keep missing it as I skim the posts, when is the gathering?

[jdhdiggs]

June 13 IIRC...

The tube amps I have are monoblocks and I don't think I would be too excited to strap them together... But the 565's could work. I also have some ADS bookshelves speakers that are kinda fun and a Carver A500x that I could bring as well to represent the cheap power contigent. The thing I completly lack is "fancy cables", if anyone else wants to bring those...

[muncybob]

Alright??? Is that all right??? hell, that's better than anything I've got here. The 565's won't run my sda's, since they can't be strapped together for common ground, but i'd guess they'd run those Ushers that Mark is bringing up just find. You have any tube amps that we could give a run on the SDA's? I'd hate to get myself sucked into the tube crowd, but all the same, I'd like to get my ears on some. Maybe tame those sl2000's down a bit.

I might have to call attendance closed after jdhdiggs. My house isn't that big, and we're getting up there in the number of people. Remember folks, this isn't an extravagant party. We've got like 500 sq feet of audio space to work with. Plus I don't have a ton of money for food or beer, though I'm saving up for both. Yes, it was my idea to host a get-together, so I'm responsible for everything. But from here on out, I think attendance should be closed to those who've already RSVP'ed.

Don't worry about the $$$$, I'm sure we can take a collection on site and make a run for whatever is needed! If it wasn't such a pain in the a** I would bring my Vandys along to hear them with some of those amps....

[nadams]

June 13 IIRC...

The tube amps I have are monoblocks and I don't think I would be too excited to strap them together... But the 565's could work. I also have some ADS bookshelves speakers that are kinda fun and a Carver A500x that I could bring as well to represent the cheap power contigent. The thing I completly lack is "fancy cables", if anyone else wants to bring those...

Cool deal. I don't have any "fancy cables" either. My speaker wire is standard RatShack 14 gauge, I think.

And yes, the gathering is set for June 13th

[CLPolk]

I'll spring for 4 sheets of Tuzzi's Pizza.

[nadams]

I'll spring for 4 sheets of Tuzzi's Pizza.

Yeah, but how much will you let us have?

[CLPolk]

Back in the day I could just about eat a sheet my self<> We used to get a case of beer and make the trip from williamsport to berwick just to get tuzzi's pizza and ride around to car lots lookin at fast cars.

[jdhdiggs]

Sheets of pizza? I thought that's what happened after eating?!?!

[NJPOLKER]

I will be sure the AQ type 4's will be there for your party.

[nadams]

Here's a funny guy with a half-sheet of Tuzzi's -

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1110/898289982_4f80e06953.jpg?v=0

[nadams]

Screw that old guy, all this talk about Tuzzi's made me go out and get some for dinner tonight-

http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/Temp/100_4642.sized.jpg

Yum, yum. I could eat just that for food during the gathering and skip the grilling. It's really up to what people want. I like to grill, I like pizza... that half-sheet cost $7.50 by the way.

[CLPolk]

YA THAT'S WHAT i'M TALKIN ABOUT!!

[CLPolk]

Yep went up, Use to be able to get 2 boxs for $7.50 in the 70's

[Lasareath]

Noah,

It looks like I'm coming, I cancelled my birthday party because I don't need to advertize that I'm turning 40!

I can bring some of Ben's Silver cables to A/B and maybe some amps ?

Let me know,

Sal

[xsmi]

I'm in as well.

[nadams]

Oh, what the hell... sal and xsmi can come, too... but after that, IT'S REALLY CLOSED

NO MORE PARTICIPANTS, PLEASE!

[dorokusai]

I bringing whomever I pick up on the highway....hopefully female and poor.....and pretty but not neccesarily in that order.

[F1nut]

Closed??? Damn, I was going to swing by and pick up Scott, Ben, John, Mike, Tony, Geoff, Al and Hedy, Ken and Polk Paul. They will be very disappointed.

[scottnbnj]

i dunno, i was just going to park down the street and listen from there.

)

[xsmi]

actually guys my plans changed. I was going to use this event to meet Sal and pick up those sda-srs2's he has but the little lady has a little extra time at memorial day than we thought so we will meet him then. Maybe I can make the next one.

[nadams]

Yeah, well, my house only has x amount of room for people and gear. jdhdiggs offered his house to host, which would have more room, but he's down in York, IIRC. If people want to move it to there, that's fine, but I'm not driving to York with my SDA's :)

[hearingimpared]

Yeah, well, my house only has x amount of room for people and gear. jdhdiggs offered his house to host, which would have more room, but he's down in York, IIRC. If people want to move it to there, that's fine, but I'm not driving to York with my SDA's :)

Boy you went from hero to **** list in one day LOL!!!!:eek::D

[Lasareath]

Yeah, well, my house only has x amount of room for people and gear. jdhdiggs offered his house to host, which would have more room, but he's down in York, IIRC. If people want to move it to there, that's fine, but I'm not driving to York with my SDA's :)


Noah,

I'm a big guy and if you don't have enough room , that's a OK, because i hate driving.

Just let me know, I'll stay home and watch movies.

Thanks,

Sal

[nadams]

I just never expected there to be this much interest in a gathering around here. Sal, with xsmi out, I should be able to squeeze you in. If you don't feel like driving... I ain't forcin' ya to be here...

[hearingimpared]

I just never expected there to be this much interest in a gathering around here. Sal, with xsmi out, I should be able to squeeze you in. If you don't feel like driving... I ain't forcin' ya to be here...

Obviously you have forgotten how huge Sal is. You are going to need one hell of a giant shoe horn to get him through the door.:D

[dorokusai]

He's big but not in a afraid of him way....he smiles too much.

[lightman1]

He's big but not in a afraid of him way....he smiles too much.
Big Galoot type of way?

[mmadden28]

I've been thinking of hosting a Philly area gathering for some time, just haven't gotten around to planning. Just throwing the seed out there...well if I can ever get my act together...one day...

[Lasareath]

I just never expected there to be this much interest in a gathering around here. Sal, with xsmi out, I should be able to squeeze you in. If you don't feel like driving... I ain't forcin' ya to be here...


Oh So I can't bring a few friends ?

[danger boy]

so how many Polkies will be attending this gathering anyways? sounds like a good turnout.

[nadams]

I think we're at 8 or 9... I should look back through the thread and count up.

[nadams]

The roster:

nadams
milenko
MuncyBob
CLPolk
dorokusai
lazareath
jdhdiggs
NJPOLKER (???)

If I missed anyone, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. Some people were not clear on whether they were coming or not.

We're at 7 confirmed right now.

[schwarcw]

For you Polkies headed up to Noah's place, one of the best Dynaco ST-70 rebuilder/sellers i located in Buckhorn about 10 or 15 miles from Noah's place. I have bought several pieces of vintage tube gear from him over the years. His workmanship, quality and reputation are impeccable. He has about 1400 eBay feedbacks with a 100% rating. His Audiogon reputation is also excellent. And he's a real nice guy. He has one or two Dynaco's listed on Audiogon now, look Here (http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstube&1247710240&/Dynaco-ST-70-Restored-and-Stun).

I don't want to thread jack, but here is an opportunity to get a rebuilt vintage Dynaco without the cost or risk of shipping.

[scottnbnj]

i've got the date penciled in, but i can't say lock me in. a couple of things could happen that would knock me out. sorry for that, i know i'm a fookhead that way. if it creates a problem, say the word and i'll just beep the horn and shake my fist if i'm cruising by on 80 that day.

other than that, if i make it i'll bring a pair of analysis plus oval 9's if there's any interest. and, in fair warning for the space situation too, i gained about 25 pounds while my leg was on the mend that i haven't gotten off yet...

)

[nadams]

scott- I'll reserve a spot for you. I think I already had you penciled in, just forgot to add you to the maybe list.

[CaligulaPolk]

Nadam, its nice if i go, but this is a place where you guys gather to listen music, i hate the thoughts deaf guy take over another potential people who want to attend to listen music and have fun. I am not saying i wont have fun, but i understand how people who would want to attend and cant able to due to small space. So please let anyone else take over my spot unless you dont mind extra, i could take break from family for a day, its your house dude ! :D. thanks for asking. Have fun guys. Let me know what your experience afterward so i can be good host in tampa hopefully in August.

[lightman1]

For you Polkies headed up to Noah's place, one of the best Dynaco ST-70 rebuilder/sellers i located in Buckhorn about 10 or 15 miles from Noah's place. I have bought several pieces of vintage tube gear from him over the years. His workmanship, quality and reputation are impeccable. He has about 1400 eBay feedbacks with a 100% rating. His Audiogon reputation is also excellent. And he's a real nice guy. He has one or two Dynaco's listed on Audiogon now, look Here (http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ampstube&1247710240&/Dynaco-ST-70-Restored-and-Stun).

I don't want to thread jack, but here is an opportunity to get a rebuilt vintage Dynaco without the cost or risk of shipping.
I love you, Carl.

[lightman1]

Nadam, its nice if i go, but this is a place where you guys gather to listen music, i hate the thoughts deaf guy take over another potential people who want to attend to listen music and have fun. I am not saying i wont have fun, but i understand how people who would want to attend and cant able to due to small space. So please let anyone else take over my spot unless you dont mind extra, i could take break from family for a day, its your house dude ! :D. thanks for asking. Have fun guys. Let me know what your experience afterward so i can be good host in tampa hopefully in August.
Just crash the party, Cali. All you have to say is.."I didn't hear anyone say I had to leave!":D


ASL fluent?

[CaligulaPolk]

Just crash the party, Cali. All you have to say is.."I didn't hear anyone say I had to leave!":D


ASL fluent?

lol, yep its my first language, of course! :D

[lightman1]

lol, yep its my first language, of course! :D
I have to brush up on my correct placements of hands.;)


Sounds bad to you pervs. But it's communication for him.

[CaligulaPolk]

I have to brush up on my correct placements of hands.;)

at least you would know which was correct or not

[lightman1]

at least you would know which was correct or not

...:d

[schwarcw]

I love you, Carl.

I love you too! Let's get a room or a tent out in the Pocono's!:eek::D

[lightman1]

I love you too! Let's get a room or a tent out in the Pocono's!:eek::D
Sweet! I'll bring the tent!

[CaligulaPolk]

so whats the total polkies will attend? NAdams

[nadams]

Roster:

nadams
milenko
MuncyBob
CLPolk
dorokusai
lazareath
jdhdiggs
lightman1
NJPOLKER (???)
scottnbnj (???)
CaligulaPolk (???)

8 confirmed, possibility of 11 total.

[CaligulaPolk]

Roster:

nadams
milenko
MuncyBob
CLPolk
dorokusai
lazareath
jdhdiggs
lightman1
NJPOLKER (???)
scottnbnj (???)
CaligulaPolk (???)

8 confirmed, possibility of 11 total.

Can i confirm on June 3rd?

[muncybob]

I see the Audioquest cables are on their way to one of us???

[NJPOLKER]

Yeah they are but by way of South Jersey. They be with you guys before the gathering.

[dorokusai]

What's the date for this thing again? I think Al Ballard(KAB) is going to carpool with me, so add 1 more.

[nadams]

June 13th. If Al can come along that'd be awesome!

[nadams]

Does anyone have a copy of Jazz at the Pawnshop? I have a copy I downloaded in lossless format from the interwebs, but if someone has the Redbook that'd be cool.

[cnh]

Nadams,

I'll be dropping by ever so briefly just to say hi and pick up a couple of SDAs that Lightman (Russ) is holding for me in N.C. Hope that's not a problem....can't really hang much as I'll be in Easton, Pa packing up my parents house for sale that week. But Russ and I figured that since he had to haul the speakers up and he'd be in Berwick that would be a good transfer point. As I have an empty house in Easton...I'll head back to the homestead before I U-haul stuff up to Maine...where I live.

I wouldn't mind seeing some of the guys...as I don't really know many of you!

Thanks,

cnh

[nadams]

cnh - that's fine, I don't have a problem with you dropping in.

So what's the opinion on food for this thing? Pizza has been mentioned, and we can do that, but does anyone want stuff on the grill? Maybe more variety than just pizza? Doesn't matter to me, I can eat pizza all day long :)

[nadams]

Also the official start time has been changed

Please DO NOT show up until after 12pm. My girlfriend has to work until 2am, and she needs to get a little sleep before it gets loud in here.

[cnh]

Thanks that's cool...even though I'll be there briefly I'd throw into the pot for whatever munchies pizza, grill, drinks...etc.

cnh

[hearingimpared]

Does anyone have a copy of Jazz at the Pawnshop? I have a copy I downloaded in lossless format from the interwebs, but if someone has the Redbook that'd be cool.

I have the 180 gm double LP set, the three redbook vols 1,2, & 3 and the special edition SACD set and more. If someone wants to swing by and pick them up on the way over I'll lend them to you.:)

However I want someone's first born son as collateral. Kidding!:D

[muncybob]

I'll eat most any food...pizza is a permanent part of my diet! It would be intresting to see addditonal music people would like to hear. Does anybody have any of the 1st 3 releases by Camel? I'll bring along what I have on lp but not sure what condition they are in....

[kab]

Two weeks ago my daughter graduated from Lebanon Valley College in Annville and I was thinking how cool it was that I'd not be making that trip again. Oh well. Between Mark and I, we can probably find Berwick. Count me in.

Al

[nadams]

Thanks for the confirmation, Al. I'm sure you and doro will have a lovely trip north. You know I've made enough trips down your way for the sake of Polk :p. Then again, I wasn't going to some forum dudes house... I was going to the headquarters...no, the MECCA of Polk fans.

You... you're going FROM the headquarters to.... well... Berwick. No comparison really. But hey, we've got good beer up here, so if you're into that, cool deal!

To everyone involved, I think we're pretty well finalized here... We've got offical polk representation (or unofficial, whatever)... I think we can call it close (finally... my neighbors are going to love me on Sunday :p).

I'll post a final organizational message tomorrow, when I'm not drunk and enjoying my SDAs

[lightman1]

Just want to say thanks and am looking forward to meeting some more fellow Polkies..except Mark:D. If y'all need anything brought up just let me know.
Russ

[Big Dawg]

I don't know if it's too late, or even if I can make it, or whether or not I would be welcome, but could someone (you) explain to someone (me) what kind of debauchery takes place at such a get together? I've seen a few pictures of a Carverfest - please tell me that nakedness is generally frowned upon?

[CaligulaPolk]

Also the official start time has been changed

Please DO NOT show up until after 12pm. My girlfriend has to work until 2am, and she needs to get a little sleep before it gets loud in here.

Whoses house? your girlfriends or yours???

:D

[nadams]

Sometimes you have to make concessions to keep people happy :)

[dorokusai]

I have some major concessions planned for you Noah.

[nadams]

I have some major concessions planned for you Noah.

I'll be waiting for you with chaps on.

[nadams]

I now have the Audioquest Type 4's in house from acsubie!

Thankfully, my GFA-545 accepts 'nanners

[jdhdiggs]

Anyone interested in me bringing up the SVS as well?

[nadams]

jdhdiggs- not sure how we'd run it, unless someone is bringing something with a sub output. My Hafler only has one set of pre outs, if I recall correctly. Wouldn't mind hearing it though... My brother has a nice Onky receiver for his HT, but I don't think he'd want to get it all unhooked and bring it. Mess of wires back there...

[jdhdiggs]

I can run it as part of a 2channel setup, but only if someone really wants to hear it.

[lightman1]

I can run it as part of a 2channel setup, but only if someone really wants to hear it.
I've got a couple of preamps with dual outs I could bring. Cool?

[jdhdiggs]

My plan is a CDP and Pre from TPG2, the 565's, knight mono's, and a counterpoint SA-100 amps and the 9's. If someone wants me to wrestle the SVS in as well, I will.

[nadams]

I'm okay with not having the SVS, too. It might rouse the neighbors a bit too much :p. That, and I'd guess it's a beast to strongarm. Can't wait to hear those 565's strapped together for the 2's. I don't see them getting better than what they are on the 545, but then, I thought that about the 535, too!

[hearingimpared]

I'm okay with not having the SVS, too. It might rouse the neighbors a bit too much :p. That, and I'd guess it's a beast to strongarm. Can't wait to hear those 565's strapped together for the 2's. I don't see them getting better than what they are on the 545, but then, I thought that about the 535, too!

The 565s are going to make those 2's sing!

[nadams]

For anyone who decides they want to spend the night close, there's two hotels in a nearby town, right off i-80. One is a Super 8 that they just expanded, and the other is a brand new hotel that probably has rooms that have never been slept in... I just don't remember what chain it is.

There's also a Red Roof Inn a little ways down the street, but I might suggest you avoid it unless you're feeling adventurous and/or looking for a "good time"

[muncybob]

aaaah! Red Roof happy endings huh? I'll pass, too old to catch any bugs at this point in my life!

[nadams]

So far, the weather is looking good. Mid 70's and partly cloudy. I might see if I can borrow my brothers patio furniture to set up out in the carport for eatings time.

[muncybob]

I'll bring a few folding chairs and small tables.

[nadams]

If anyone still needs the address, please PM ME!+

[dorokusai]

Yea, send that stuff to me again. I spoke with Al today and we're solid, carpooling and bringing some goodies...mostly vaseline travelers and condoms with Polk logos. Why don't you put a short blurb together concerning date, time and length and I'll edit the original post. We plan on waking up on your front lawn so get ready Noah.

[lightman1]

Yea, send that stuff to me again. I spoke with Al today and we're solid, carpooling and bringing some goodies...mostly vaseline travelers and condoms with Polk logos. Why don't you put a short blurb together concerning date, time and length and I'll edit the original post. We plan on waking up on your front lawn so get ready Noah.
I'm driving 600 miles. I get dibs on the patch closest to the door.

and the condoms that haven't been used...

[nadams]

Official Final Organizational Post

Here's who's coming-


nadams
milenko
MuncyBob
CLPolk
dorokusai
kab
lazareath
jdhdiggs
lightman1
NJPOLKER (???)
scottnbnj (???)
CaligulaPolk (???)

Time - Gathering officially starts at NOON on Saturday, June 13th. For those that are travelling, it's understandable if you arrive a little early. My door will be locked until 11am, so don't expect to start setting up your gear at 6. I'm sure you guys are resourceful enough to find a way in, but that'd be frowned upon.

Demos - Demos will start whenever they start. Things are going to be pretty laid back... whatever gear/music people want to listen to, is fine. We may end up moving the dining room table out under the carport to give another room to set up gear in.

Food - Food is still able to be decided on. Pizza was suggested... I'm also planning on pulling a bunch of beef out of the fridge to make into burgers for the grill. Beer will be available. I'll be picking up three cases of Yuengling. There will also be water, iced tea, and cans of soda for those who don't want to drink beer all day. Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of food, drink, ice, medical bills, and bail, but aren't mandatory.

Quitting time - Yes, all good things must come to an end. Official end of any "loud" demos should be around 9 or 10. By then, I'm expecting people to be about ready to crawl back from whence they came. If we end up hanging out later, that's cool too... I just don't want to be a nuisance late at night. Being a nuisance during the day is okay.

A few rules - No smoking in the house. No sodomizing the cats. No sodomizing the host. Leave my girlfriend out of your sick games. If you are going to run naked in the street, you must wear a paper bag over your head. Paper bags are not provided. Some materials used in this product have been known to the State of California to cause cancer.

That should about wrap it up. PM me if you still don't have my address. Hope to see you all here on Saturday!!!

[lightman1]

Groovy.
About the cat...dangit! that was the only reason I was coming over.
I'll bring enough paper bags for everyone.

[dorokusai]

Rules are rules but I'm sodomizing something, come hell or high water. Russ, you better be careful.

[nadams]

Got a big old bottle of rum (Bacardi Superior, if anyone cares) at the state store. We should be set for nursing our alcoholism. I'll also be throwing together a big bowl of pasta salad for munchies the day of. I'm trying to get some chips from work, too. If anything, we won't go hungry/thirsty.

[nadams]

Newcomer to the forums, eliminator1970, has been invited to the gathering. He seems like a cool guy, and I warned him that if he pulls anything, psycotic ex-girlfriends who want to burn his house down will be the least of his worries.

[eliminator1970]

Hey, and there I was going to offer to bring 10 lbs of hamburger for the grill.....But if the ex cannot come who is going to start the fire?

[nadams]

Sounds like you've got a good sense of humor, too. Bring whatever hamburger you want... We'll have enough guys there to figure out how to click the knob on the grill :D. I like to keep my fire OUTSIDE.

[eliminator1970]

Would you mind if I brought Adcom 555 amp and pre amp just to make sure she did not damage those....I have no speakers to fire up the system and tell. Well 10 lbs be enough hamburger?

[nadams]

Yeah, you can bring them up. If they smell like gas, we'll run an extension cord to the back yard, plug it in, and see if we can make fireworks. I've got some old speakers we can test it on first before hooking it up to anything decent.

10lbs of burger should be plenty. We're also doing pizza, I believe.

[eliminator1970]

Thank you, they do not smell like gas at all.....But who really knows....I appreciate it.

[lightman1]

Doro smells like fish....

[nadams]

Plans changed on the beer. Was planning on getting a total of 4 cases (my GF is having people up tomorrow night). A 1/4 keg is 3.5 cases. 1/4 is $50... 4 cases is $80. I went with the 1/4. It's home and chillin' out in a tub right now. Rock on!

[lightman1]

Sweet! I can bring up an old, beat up Pioneer RT-707 and a couple of reels if there is any interest. It needs a tune up and any advice will be welcomed.

[dorokusai]

I'm only drinking water.

[lightman1]

I'm only drinking water.
Sissy-pants...

[dorokusai]

Hey man...someone has to keep Al in check.

[lightman1]

Ahhhh Yes! I forgot he was coming. Good man, Mark.
Do you want your chaps back?

[dorokusai]

No, I autographed them for you. I've moved on from chaps.

[nadams]

I'm only drinking water.

I'll drink for you, then. It's only a 1/4, so I don't expect there to be much left, if any. I also got a growler of the Berwick Lager from the local microbrewery for everyone to sample. If you like it, I highly encourage that you stop on your way out of town and get some to take home!

[lightman1]

No, I autographed them for you. I've moved on from chaps.
They still smell like you, though. MMMMMM Yummy!

[jdhdiggs]

Thanks for hosting a nice gig Noah! EAT THAT BEEF!!!

[nadams]

yeah, we still need to eat be beer. but then, theres still plenty of pizza left.

[nadams]

F* all, lightman and I went out to the microbrew... i maybe should've stopped. Lightman is hardcore!!!

[ben62670]

Yes he is. Edit your post please. I don't want to loose another good Polkie for a period.
Thanks
Ben

[nadams]

f*ck you Ben

[nadams]

it's obvious that someone managed to get ahold of my laptop last night and started posting derogatory comments.

It was a long night, for sure. Not so much audio after scottnbnj left. Lightman and I just cuddled.

Actually, I ended up kicking lightman at about 2am to wake him up so that he didn't spend the night under my carport. Hated to do it, he looked so comfortable there :p

[dorokusai]

Thanks for hosting a cool gathering Noah & Steph!!!!

Who "won" the speakers? Al and I had a wonderful time and look forward to another local get together down the road.

Big kudos to jdhdiggs(James) for bringing that boatload of gear and handling all the swapping. The LSi9's really sounded fantastic....probably the best round of music I've heard on them over the years. Post the pics man :D

Some good "upcoming" news was talked about but I guess you had to be there to get it....sucks for you guys who didn't make it.

[nadams]

I tried to give the A1's away, I really did. I was shot down by the masses, however, and they ended up staying right here with me. They were actually the surprise value for money speaker of the whole evening. Unfortunately, we didn't get them out until later on. They sounded amazing on the Adcom/Knight mono configuration. Way more power than they'd ever need, but it did sound good.

[eliminator1970]

A big thank you for having me to the gathering. I learned more in the short time I was there, then I could have reading reviews. Kudos Noah and enjoy the speakers.

[Ricardo]

Pictures or it didn't happen.

[lightman1]

Why was I covered in cooking oil this morning?

[hearingimpared]

Pictures or it didn't happen.

I'm right with you there Bro.

[nadams]

Why was I covered in cooking oil this morning?

It does what it's told...

[nadams]

Pictures are uploading now. Stay tuned

By the way... it's been tapped for 3 days and I'm STILL trying to kick this keg. What the hell is wrong with you people?! I thought for sure it'd be done by now. I poured out another gallon into a pitcher and am drinking out of that, but the keg is still pouring.

Oh, and Russ, you left your growler of IPA here. I think you should come back and get it.

[nadams]

Okay... here they is!

The highlight of the afternoon, jdhdiggs dual 565's and dual Knight mono's running LSi9's-

http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4744.sized.jpg

Some demoing going on. I still feel sad we didn't even touch the SDA's, tho :(

http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4746.sized.jpg

God they're beastly -

http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4747.sized.jpg

Okay... let's see how well I do here. Seated is CNH, his friend, and doro. On the stairs is scottnbnj, and my brother milenko. Standing directly in front of the camera is eliminator, and then MuncyBob is behind him.

http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4750.sized.jpg

Lightman has LASER EYES!!!
http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4751.sized.jpg

jdhdigg's modded tube output CDP... nice!
http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4752.sized.jpg

I've never seen so many caps in a CDP!
http://www.king-nerd.com/dood/images/gallery/albums/cpa09/100_4753.sized.jpg

Unfortunately, from that point forward, I was more interested in keeping a beer in my hand and not the camera. I know jdhdiggs took some pics, so maybe he'll post them up. I'm fairly certain he took some of the RTi A1's hooked up to his monstrous amplifiers, too.

[hearingimpared]

Cool pics. Looks like a good time.

[jdhdiggs]

Mine look like Noah's:

My rat's nest:
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_vrq8FywRlOI/SjV6V0ByXGI/AAAAAAAAI1A/5eBl5dx16qo/s800/Nadams%20Trip02.JPG
Noah's:
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_vrq8FywRlOI/SjV6b0XQeOI/AAAAAAAAI1E/e7OPXHuVQbs/s800/Nadams%20Trip03.JPG
Listening to the 9's:
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_vrq8FywRlOI/SjV6nKMmXII/AAAAAAAAI1M/gOuNulWpSPo/s800/Nadams%20Trip04.JPG
Guest rig with the Ushers, LSI 9's, Adcom 565, Counterpoint SA100, Knight mono's, adcom passive pre, and a AD CDP
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_vrq8FywRlOI/SjV6y3Hq8BI/AAAAAAAAI1U/CGk6uItMboY/s800/Nadams%20Trip05.JPG
Usher time:
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_vrq8FywRlOI/SjV6-ahLcBI/AAAAAAAAI1c/4X3eGv69fgs/s800/Nadams%20Trip06.JPG
RT1A's with the knights in the BG:
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[nadams]

Just so you guys know, I DUMPED 1 1/2 gallons of beer out of that keg tonight. And not drank, but swished down the drain. I drank at least a half gallon before I decided I'd had enough of slightly stale beer. Alcohol abuse, I know.

The RTi A1's are sounding sweet in the computer rig... if a bit large for nearfield listening.

[muncybob]

Thanks for the good time. Too bad I had to leave early, never got a taste of that IPA.

[cnh]

Great get together Noah.

Thanks for everything...You couldn't ask for a more gracious host and it was cool to actually meet everyone you interact with on line. Some nice equipment. Finally got to hear some SDAs in action and actually pick mine up from Russ. Lightman, you're the best! Thanks to Doro and Al, I'll be taking the Polk logo to England tomorrow for a week! Great speakers, lots of Tubes, amps galore more pizza and beer than anyone could ingest.

For those of you who doubt that amps make a difference...here's a NON-SUBJECTIVE observation. When we switched amps on Mark's Ushers, you could not only HEAR the difference on the BASS, you could actually SEE the woofer vibrating more violently. Is seeing believing?

And yes, Noah tried to give those Rtis away but "WE" would have none of that. I also got to see a part of Pa. I was not familiar with.

Thanks to everyone....Nice times!

cnh

[nadams]

If anyone did NOT get a shirt, please let me know. I have one L and one 2XL left. If everyone has, I'll be karma-ing them shortly.

[Aaron]

Figures I just noticed this post on Monday AFTER the event. Ah, well. Anyway, I've been a member of the forum for years but am not active anymore. I have been looking to hook up with other local audio nuts. To that end I located a new Meetup group that's just getting started in Central PA. The first meetup is scheduled for Saturday, June 27th. Anyway, check out the site below for details. Please join the Meetup group (no commitment), even if you can't attend the first event. At least that way you will hear about future events. Also, please let the Meetup group know of any future Polk outings, assuming you would want non-Polkies. Thanks!

http://www.meetup.com/Greater-York-Area-Audio-Video-Music-Listening-Group/


Aaron

[jdhdiggs]

Actually, I don't think you could have had three more different sounding amps to play with.

[nadams]

So, the RTi A1's are rated for 20-120wpc. When we had them bi-amped with the 565's and the knights, what did they have available to them? I've got them set up in the computer rig on that 20wpc Marantz 2220b receiver, and they sound fine :)

[cnh]

Don't the Adcom monos put out 300 watts into an 8 ohm load? And one of the other amps did 160 per channel....as I remember asking. BTW... who owned which amps. And what did you guys do with the Monitor 10s when we left?

cnh

[nadams]

cnh- I think that 2ch amp might've been the 160/ch. I'm sure the tube mono's were much lower... maybe 20? The 565's are rated as follows:

300x1@8
450x1@4
850x1@2

I think we had enough power for the little 5.25" mids in the RTi's.

The monitor 10's were briefly demo'd by Lightman and I, before we decided that the SDAs and the RTi's were more of a hoot to listen to. We did very little listening after scottnbnj left, but what we did listen to was loud and some truly testing music. After a few songs, though, we decided to hit the Brewery before it got too late.

After we got back from the Brewery, there wasn't going to be much listening going on. Especially after I decided to fire up the grill to make some burgers, and russ passed out in one of the chairs on the carport while watching me cook. I gave up on the burgers and just shoved them in the fridge for leftovers :p. All in all, I kind of wish we'd drank less, and listened more... but it was a good time regardless!

[nadams]

Hey, does anyone happen to know what happened to my Days of the New CD? We had it in the LSi Rig, If I recall, but I checked Jason's CDP before he left and it was empty. I still can't come up with the disc anywhere.

[Lasareath]

No Pics?

[nadams]

Check back a page, man.

[jdhdiggs]

The knights are only 35-40W depending on what tubes are loaded. The counterpoint is only 100W@8 and you have the 565 specs pretty close if not spot on above. I would say the knights pretty much disproved that whole 200W/channel theory.

CNH: The amps in the LSi room were mine, the ones in the SDA room were Noah's.

[reeltrouble1]

damm good time is what I see.......a few questions/comments

I cannot help but wonder what strange things occurred just behind that stairwell door.........

the stairway balcony gets most creative seating arrangement at any fest/gathering............

what the heck is up with Al and a grotee, something special for you Doro, you cheater....

anyway...cool stuff.

RT1

[dorokusai]

I like Al but Hedy is my sweetheart.

[nadams]

I cannot help but wonder what strange things occurred just behind that stairwell door.........

RT1

The dead bodies keep the pot well-fertilized.

[lightman1]

Noah, do you still have two cats at your house? I just gagged up a hairball....:confused:

[nadams]

Yes, but one mysteriously has a bald spot. You don't want to know where.

Where the hell did you go so early in the morning, anyway? I was up by 10 and you were long gone. Never heard you leave.

[lightman1]

Yes, but one mysteriously has a bald spot. You don't want to know where.

Where the hell did you go so early in the morning, anyway? I was up by 10 and you were long gone. Never heard you leave.
I had places to go. And figured the growler would not have kept.
Somehow I'm in Idiana now. ????

[nadams]

Say hi to Noel for me!

[CaligulaPolk]

ooops wrong thread, mods please delete this one

[CaligulaPolk]

a question for people who attended nadam's gathering...

what advice do u have for me as host in tampa polkies gathering? Nadams i d appreciate your input


thank you

[lightman1]

a question for people who attended nadam's gathering...

what advice do u have for me as host in tampa polkies gathering? Nadams i d appreciate your input


thank you
Gear, music and adult beverages.. simple. Everything else will fall into place from there. ;)

[danger boy]

Gear, music and adult beverages.. simple. Everything else will fall into place from there. ;)

and anal lube. :eek: :D

[lightman1]

and anal lube. :eek: :D
Al!! You saucy freak!:p

[CaligulaPolk]

and anal lube. :eek: :D

lightman, must be his kind of party...