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9 hours ago, OO1 said:
God Willing , Brandon , since you're closer to Gil's BIL , do you think that Gil would be eligible for adapted housing with Financial assistance through Federal or State Programs .
I'm not really sure his situation. At one point, his brother in law was hoping he gets well enough to maybe move to TX.
I'm not sure what Gil's opinion was on that. I think a lot will depend on how the rehab goes.
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Gil update:
I was finally able to talk to Gil. He is doing some rehab. He is doing exercises and using a walker.
He hopes to get transferred to another facility. He said he will try to log onto the forum this weekend.
I'm sure he would love to hear from forum members. Hopefully, his cell phone is working if you try to call.
He still has hopes to move into an apartment and start working again at some point.
If he can get into an apartment, he would like to have the Belles.
He is going to talk to his brother in law about it. So, at the moment I am holding on to his stuff for a while longer.
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Gil update:
I was finally able to talk to Gil. He is doing some rehab. He is doing exercises and using a walker.
He hopes to get transferred to another facility. He said he will try to log onto the forum this weekend.
I'm sure he would love to hear from forum members. Hopefully, his cell phone is working if you try to call.
He still has hopes to move into an apartment and start working again at some point.
If he can get into an apartment, he would like to have the Belles.
He is going to talk to his brother in law about it. So, at the moment I am holding on to his stuff for a while longer.
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On 9/21/2022 at 12:27 PM, Brody said:
I am looking for a pair of Belle speakers are these still available
Long way from FL to IL.
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Gone.
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9 minutes ago, OO1 said:
,from what I gathered , he's having a hard time doing what he wants to do with only 1 arm , but he's not quitting , the Man is all there , same Gil as before , sharp and very Direct ,
Thanks. I'm glad you got a response. I will try him again.
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I've tried calling Gil, has anyone been able to speak with him lately? His cell phone keeps going to voicemail for me.
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1 hour ago, Frank Lesniak said:
If reasonable, I would be interested i the custom Khorns. I can pick up
Sorry, the k-horn cabinets are long gone.
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3 hours ago, ClaudeJ1 said:
I'm interested in the EVM 15L's. How do I get price and availability? I can drive to Chicago from Detroit.
I sent Gil the spreadsheet, but he hasn't provided asking prices yet. I owe him a call, so I will try to get some pricing.
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15 minutes ago, 001 said:
Brandon , is the main line number that was posted on March 5th still operational if Members want to reach Gil , or should Forum Members only reach Gil via the 2nd cell phone number you messaged in April - Regards .
The main line should still be operational. However, it can be hard to get through as the phone is shared with all the patients. Gil's cell is the easiest, he has answered when I have called.
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9 minutes ago, Travis In Austin said:
Thanks Duke. I haven't heard of any moves recently, but i may have missed that along the line.
If anyone talks with Gil can you update in here about wifi? Also if he could use some headphones as offered by @carlthess40?
As of last week he was in the same facility (and he is not happy about it). He is very bored and would enjoy people reaching out to him. He does have a laptop and uses that with the Sony earbud that someone sent him.
I didn't hear anything about no wifi. He should have some internet access, since he asked me to send an email. I can provide his email to people as well. However, Gil does have a hard time using the laptop, limited space and mobility. I never received a response via email.
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He does have Sony earbuds and enjoys them.
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I don't have his address. I don't think he has headphones. He does have a computer, but limited mobility to manage that.
I owe him a call too. Thanks for the update.
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On 4/28/2022 at 7:34 PM, PoorManP said:
I am a complete newbie on this forum and indeed HiFi listening. I had done a good bit of research on classic Klipsch speakers and decided that I wanted to get Belles or La Scalas (K-horns if I could swing it). I may have made a dubious choice in purchasing a pair of Belles that were for sale online and got scammed. After that, I decided if I was going to find quality people I should come here.
To make a long story short, I have a fairly decent itch for some horn loaded speakers and was wondering if the Belles might still be available?
Mr. Gil is someone I do not know, and I am certainly on the outside of this community being new, but I wish him and all who know him the best.
Gill asked me to hold onto his stuff a little longer and ask him in another month about selling it.
Where are you located?
Thank you.Brandon
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Gil now has a new cell phone, so you don't have to call the main line anymore:
Please contact me for the number.
It is not a smartphone. He also has a laptop, but it is hard for him to use.
I'm sure he would love to hear from people.
Thank you.
Brandon
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Gil now has a new cell phone, so you don't have to call the main line anymore:
Please contact me for the number.
It is not a smartphone. He also has a laptop, but it is hard for him to use.
I'm sure he would love to hear from people.
Thank you.
Brandon
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6 hours ago, Travis In Austin said:
Does anyone have an update on Gil, or had a chance to speak with him?
I don't have an update, I will give him another call when I get a chance. I'm sure that he would love to hear from you.
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14 minutes ago, Limberpine said:
You may want to spell out his phone number so the bots don't pick it up and begin spamming him. : )
Not his number, but updated. Maybe you should change your quote of the number too.
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I spoke with Gil again today. He would really love to hear from the Forum.
It doesn't sound like he is making much progress. No luck yet on getting his cell phone reactivated.
Please try to reach out every once in a while and brighten his day.
The number is seven73-56one-2040. There is one shared wireless phone , so it sometimes takes two or three tries to get Gil on the phone.
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I spoke with Gil again today. He would really love to hear from the Forum.
It doesn't sound like he is making much progress. No luck yet on getting his cell phone reactivated.
Please try to reach out every once in a while and brighten his day.
The number is 773-561-2040. There is one shared wireless phone , so it sometimes takes two or three tries to get Gil on the phone.
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19 hours ago, 314carpenter said:
Are you saying that you are now the owner of the Quartets? Unclear. Nobody mentioned until just now.
If Gil, or anyone else, wants to sell, I'll put up for the walnut Quartets. Thanks. I really hope Gil can keep them for his own personal use, but if not, and they have to sell, well I have the perfect spot for them here at my home where I can use them daily for sure. I understand Joe is holding, but if/when things change be sure to get a hold of me for WO quartets.
I am not the owner of anything, I am in possession of Gil's gear.
I sent Gil and Joe an inventory of everything that I was able to pick up. I can hold onto things for a while for him.
McIntosh MR74, C26, MC2505, MI-3, SCR2
Quartets, (3) Belle (2 consecutive AA x-overs, (1) darker with AB-2), (2) K-400 horns, (2) K-500 horns, (3) K-500 like horns
crossovers: (1) 60th anniversary khorn, (2) homebuilt khorn, (2) AA (oil caps), (2) AK-4
15" woofers: (2) Pyle, (2) Pioneer, (6) EV EVM-15L, (1) EV 15W
Components: (6) K77 (round), (1) K77 (square), (1) K-77M, (2) K-55V, (2) B&C DE85-8
AVEL Toroidal Transformers: (3) D4040, (3) D4007
I guessed from the photo I got that they were Forte, but they turned out to be Quartet's (was even a surprise to Gil).
I will see what he want to do, I might be interested in the walnut quartets to replace my oak quartets.
However, I am waiting on Joe to see where he might end up which will greatly depend on the rehab progress.
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24 minutes ago, TwistyTony said:
I'd be interested in the Forte's. I have Forte 2's and need a center channel. I too question selling all Gil's gear. He clearly loves this stuff, and having SOME of it to enjoy, even in retirement or assisted living would likely still mean a lot to him. Maybe some of the projects he won't be able to get to, but I know my elderly parents greatly value the stuff around them that they've enjoyed all their lives. Not to give anyone "fatherly advice" but, maybe leave him a super nice set up he can enjoy of his stuff. Or ask him to be sure.
My prayers with Gil in his recovery. If the Forte's need a home, put me on the list.
Tony
I have spoken with Joe. At the moment we will hold off selling until we see where he might end up.
It turns out they are walnut Quartets, not Forte.
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I spoke to Gil yesterday, his cell phone still isn't working yet.
I'm sure he would be happy to hear from forum members.
Please let me know if you want his contact info.
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For Sale: Gil McDermott's (WMcD) audio gear (McIntosh, Belles, Forte, etc.) - (please read)
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I did ask and he stated this week that he is hoping to get in a space where he can enjoy them again.
I don't know medically and financially what is feasible. He was going to discuss with his brother in law.
I agree on the taking up some money.