tom b. 57

I can honestly say, that if I was presented with this dilemma, I would buy them both. But, I have an addiction to Klipsch. In fact, I'm probably the only one on this forum with this particular affliction. Tom

dtel's wife, this is the best recount of the pilgrimage I have read yet. It sounds like you had a wonderful time, in fact a time to be remembered forever, what with the making of new friends and seeing old friends. This makes me feel like I missed out on a great time. I hope that sometime within the next few years I too will be able to partake in this event. I am very happy for you guys, in fact, for everyone who was able to attend. Tom

I hope they limit it to how many they sell. I really want one but damn! $150.00, that reminds me of text books prices. I'm sure it is a fantastic book that would be very comfortable on the coffee table along with "Quad".

I bought the Quad book from the same author, Ken Kessler. I want to pick up the McIntosh book also, but, at the moment, I believe it can only be purchased from a McIntosh dealer and the price is a little too high for my taste. I think that in time it may be available through other sources. I will just wait a while and see. From what I have heard, the photos are fantastic and the research that Ken has done for this book is pretty great. Tom

That is too cool! I think I need to work on my patience and start hitting garage,yard, and estate sales. Congratulations on a fantastic score. Tom

Thats a good one! I wonder how many suckers will actually try this.Pretty wild! The Clever Little Clock is agood one too. Tom

I guess I'm not smart enough to do the alert thing. I live in the Seattle-Tacoma area so I just do a physical search on that craigslist. Once in a blue moon I get bold and adventure to the Portland Oregon site. I kind of get a kick out of doing the manual search. In doing that, I get to see all the stuff. Although, I really don't need more stuff. Got too much stuff.

Those have been on the Seattle craigslist a few times now. They look good. I thought about them and then realized that if I did grab them, it would be only a matter of time before I would want the real deal, Klipschorns. Then I would be saddled with the task of getting rid of them. I tend to buy things and even if I decide they are not what I am relly looking for still keep them instead of selling them like I should. I suppose when necessity hits I will have to offload some electronics and maybe, just maybe a pair of speakers or two. Tom

I'm an early riser, so, in the hours before leaving for work and after I get home from work, I check craigslist everyday. Just like you said, whether I need them or not. Just looking for a good deal on something Klipsch. I think it is a disease. Tom

Well, I made arrangements to meet with the seller after work. I talked with him last night and agreed to meet with him at 5:30 this evening. I stopped by the bank after work and was going to head towards the Luxman, but I thought I should stop home and check phone messages. Good thing I did. There was a message from the seller saying he had sold it this morning. Oh well, another one slips through my fingers. It must not have been meant to be. I will find something else just as good if I am patient and keep looking. Tom

Anyone have knowledge they would like to share about this beast? I can pick one up that is supposed to be in perfect working order for $100.00. I know it sold in 76' for $995.00 and was considered top of the line for Luxman back then. I just don't have any experience with any Luxman products. What do you think? Worth the money? Tom

Hey, what about a time share deal. If 12 of us split the cost, we could each have them in our home one month out of the year. Shipping them 12 times a year would be a b**** though. We would all be taking road trips at least once a year. Could be my yearly vacation. Las Vegas would take a back seat. I put my dibs on December. Tom

I kind of ride the fence on this issue. I understand the desire to want to make a good profit, but at the same time, in the short time I have been a forum member, I also understand the comradery(probably spelled this word wrong) that this forum seems to have between it's members. We are all audio enthusiasts that love our hobby. So, I don't take offense at someone trying to turn a profit, but, I think this would have been received better if it wasn't such a large profit. Nearly 50%, thats a hell of a markup between friends, or should I say, perceived friends? That sort of a deal probably should have gone to ebay, audiogon, or craigslist.

and a Happy Father's Day to you. Tom

To all you fathers out there, Happy Father's Day. I am a father of two beautiful young ladies in which one has blessed me with a beautiful granddaughter and the other is making her way through college quite successfully. Makes me proud to be a dad Tom

Will you accept nickels?

I forgot, a pair of Heresy's. Tom

I too like the sound of the KG4's. I don't listen to mine much anymore, now I listen to my Cornwalls and my ESS Heil AMT1B's. I don't foresee getting rid of the 4's though. They will fit in somewhere. They were my first vintage Klipsch purchase just a short year ago, now look at me, 2 pairs of Cornwalls, the KG4's, pair of KG4.2's, pair of KG5.5's, a pair of Forte's, and a pair of SF-1's( retired to a carton). Oh yes and the ESS Heil AMT1B's and ESS Heil PS1220's. I think I need help. Tom

How important is a variac in regards to the life of a tube or a tube audio component? Are they worth owning? I can pick one up for $25.00. I've heard of people using them but not sure if it is essential or just something else electrical to play with. Is this a fair price? The thing looks quite old. It is an Ohmite brand. Tom

I recently purchased a 2910 brand new for $279.00 and it is fantastic for audio. At the price you can pick one up nowadays, you should jump on one. I a-b'd it against a $1300.00 cd only player and this thing sounded better. This has been one of my best purchases yet. With more to come, hopefully. . Tom

I'm kinda lookin' to get the wind knocked out of me from time to time. My concerns with them being pro amps is, 1) do I need special cables or cords to hook them up to a preamp? 2) Will my McIntosh C-26 or my Phase Linear 3000 II work well as preamps? 3) I have 12 and 14 gauge speaker wire with no connectors on the ends, will this be fine? 4) What is a good price for a 200wpc unit 5) what model should I be keeping my eye out for? Thanks, Tom

Duke, tell me more about these QSC amps. Are they pro amps? Any info. would be appreciated. Tom

Your assumption is correct. I played two lps and that was enough to tell me something aint right here. Thanks for the word of warning though. I actually knew after the first but thought I would try a second just in case. They weren't two of my favorites though. Tom

Is an Adcom amp GFA-545 II, worth $195.00. How well does it match up with Conwalls or any other Klipsch for that matter. There is one that has been offered on Craigslist now a few different times. Is the seller asking too much? I am curious about the quality of sound and the reliability of this amp. Anyone have any experience with this amp? Tom

Yes, I have been cleaning the vinyl. It just sounds like crap. Strange, because it didn't sound quite as bad at the sellers home. One of those things I guess! Tom