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Title: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Kingman on September 06, 2011, 06:50:33 PM
I am really looking forward to seeing all my Carver/audio friends including the Pittsburg gang. Wishing more of you could come. Carverfest is really growing. It has just about out grown the location this year!!!!!!  :D
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 06, 2011, 07:00:24 PM
It's hard to believe that another year has passed.wishing the Pittsburgh crew,,and all that are traveling,a safe journey.
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Post by: Slim-Shaddy on September 06, 2011, 07:37:26 PM
Man I wish I could make it!!! Hope you guys have a blast!! Drink a beer or 10 for me :D
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Post by: thuffman03 on September 07, 2011, 09:45:58 AM
The year has gone by so fast.  It seems like we were just there.

We are going to have a kick @ss system this year.  Here is a quick list of what we are going to take I think:

Amps:
Carver Silver 7
Carver Cherry 305
Sunfire Signature 600
Sunfire Signature Cinema Grand II

Pre's
Sunfire Classic tube control center with phono board
Carver C-19

TT
VPI Classic
Rev's table he put together.  Not sure what to call it.

Speakers
Carver ALIII's
Sunfire CRM2's

CD player
Not sure.  I think Tom's Phillips and a Carver

Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 07, 2011, 10:50:26 AM
Rev's table he put together.  Not sure what to call it.

Ariston RD-40
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Post by: TNRabbit on September 07, 2011, 03:16:44 PM
W
The year has gone by so fast.  It seems like we were just there.

We are going to have a kick @ss system this year.  Here is a quick list of what we are going to take I think:

Amps:
Carver Silver 7
Carver Cherry 305
Sunfire Signature 600
Sunfire Signature Cinema Grand II

Pre's
Sunfire Classic tube control center with phono board
Carver C-19

TT
VPI Classic
Rev's table he put together.  Not sure what to call it.

Speakers
Carver ALIII's
Sunfire CRM2's

CD player
Not sure.  I think Tom's Phillips and a Carver



What....NO SUB?!??!?  ;-)

Just one more speaker & you have 5.0 surround~
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 07, 2011, 03:17:47 PM
Safe travels to all who are coming; can't wait to re-connect with old friends & meet new ones!
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Post by: OCCD on September 07, 2011, 04:47:07 PM
We will be bringing four (4) Sunfire True subs. :o :o :o :o :o
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 07, 2011, 06:33:49 PM
Hey guys,, please don't forget to bring the Sumo,,please  :-*
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Kingman on September 08, 2011, 07:15:45 AM
How about some dead monkey beer????  O0
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Kingman on September 08, 2011, 07:17:38 AM
We will be bringing four (4) Sunfire True subs. :o :o :o :o :o
...I'm bringing mine and the one waiting on the plate amp. May hook em both up for a little overkill!!!  :P
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Post by: TNRabbit on September 08, 2011, 09:23:10 AM
I have an entire week left before I leave...  :-(
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Post by: Kingman on September 08, 2011, 12:02:48 PM
I'm in the same boat.... :'(
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Post by: Zoot Horn on September 08, 2011, 06:11:05 PM
we are leaving fri morning-- should be there by 2 pm.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: thuffman03 on September 08, 2011, 06:12:06 PM
Have a safe trip.  See you Monday!
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Falcon on September 08, 2011, 06:58:08 PM
We will be bringing four (4) Sunfire True subs. :o :o :o :o :o

You are going to get evicted.  AGAIN!!!!!
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: thuffman03 on September 08, 2011, 07:18:38 PM
They might charge us more for using too much electricity, but I don't think we will be evicted this time.  LOL
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 08, 2011, 08:13:51 PM
Tom and Tom,, what time on Monday do you paln to arrive?
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 08, 2011, 08:43:11 PM
We will be bringing four (4) Sunfire True subs. :o :o :o :o :o

I hope you're bringing 4 long extension cords, because there's no way in HELL you're going to be able to jam those off one circuit~
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 10, 2011, 12:05:08 AM
First pics from CarverFest 2011!

(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/TNRabbit/Audio/CarverFest%202011/CF11007.jpg)

(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/TNRabbit/Audio/CarverFest%202011/CF11006.jpg)

(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/TNRabbit/Audio/CarverFest%202011/sdas002.jpg)

(http://i251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/TNRabbit/Audio/CarverFest%202011/CF11001.jpg)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 10, 2011, 12:05:56 AM
Son of a biscuit; not even any CARVER gear yet!!   ;) :laugh:
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Kingman on September 10, 2011, 07:59:11 AM
Son of a biscuit; not even any CARVER gear yet!!   ;) :laugh:
..... :o :o :o
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 10, 2011, 08:24:57 AM
Hey-- those are the pic's I took-- I did have my Carver tee shirt on when I took them.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 10, 2011, 08:39:11 AM
good morning Carverfest.This is taken from the back of the cabin,,sittin in the hottub.Notice the clouds are obscurring the top of the mountain.I suppose you could say ,"obscurred by clouds"
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Kingman on September 10, 2011, 11:11:31 AM
Quote
sittin in the hottub
...Living the GOOD life!!!! Let me make it till next Thursday!!!!  :D
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 10, 2011, 01:20:13 PM
Quote
sittin in the hottub
...Living the GOOD life!!!! Let me make it till next Thursday!!!!  :D

I know; it's KILLING me to not be there right now!
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 10, 2011, 01:42:09 PM
Serious tubers
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Post by: OCCD on September 10, 2011, 04:31:33 PM
Son of a biscuit; not even any CARVER gear yet!!   ;) :laugh:

Don't worry Rabbit, we are taking a ton. :-*
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: OCCD on September 10, 2011, 04:32:32 PM
Hey guys,, please don't forget to bring the Sumo,,please  :-*

It is already at Tom's house. 8)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 10, 2011, 08:50:52 PM
a n ice rig to say the least--and man,, does it sound sweet
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Zoot Horn on September 10, 2011, 08:52:12 PM
another view
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Post by: Zoot Horn on September 11, 2011, 07:23:33 AM
here's the link

http://www.carveraudio.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=151&t=14970 (http://www.carveraudio.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=151&t=14970)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 16, 2011, 09:15:23 PM
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0158.jpg)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0159.jpg)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 16, 2011, 09:37:39 PM
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0167.jpg)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0165.jpg)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0164.jpg)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Slim-Shaddy on September 16, 2011, 11:56:02 PM
Is that a bose sub I see to the left on the last pic? That's cheating! I hope the carver stuff can keep up with it!!!
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: MacGeek on September 17, 2011, 11:02:22 PM
More turn tables would be nice:)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 20, 2011, 10:59:04 AM
The "Pittsburgh Cabin" had EPIC setups.  Anyone would be envious.

My Droid pics & some others are located at this link; I'll be uploading more pics over the week, so check back:

http://s251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/TNRabbit/Audio/CarverFest%202011/?start=all (http://s251.photobucket.com/albums/gg286/TNRabbit/Audio/CarverFest%202011/?start=all)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Bunni on September 20, 2011, 11:59:44 AM
Great pics...can't wait to see more :)
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Post by: Bunni on September 20, 2011, 01:01:29 PM
Anders' actual amp pics are in Anders Carver Fest 2011 Amp Build in the media section, under Bunni's albums.  The pic TNRabbit has is the demo.
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Post by: tinpan on September 20, 2011, 04:57:50 PM
Anders Amp is sweet, what a nice wiring job
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Post by: Zoot Horn on September 20, 2011, 05:28:59 PM
I had the opportunity to meet Anders at Carverfest,,his skills are very apparent in his build quality.Hopefully he can work some magic with mine,as I have nowhere near the experience or TALENT that this man has.
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Post by: tinpan on September 20, 2011, 06:08:03 PM
Hmmm...
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Post by: Bunni on September 20, 2011, 08:26:17 PM
I had the opportunity to meet Anders at Carverfest,,his skills are very apparent in his build quality.Hopefully he can work some magic with mine,as I have nowhere near the experience or TALENT that this man has.

He's been playing with electronics since he was 6 years old!  He is really good, and he can fix pretty much anything.  His mods are pretty awesome too!  I of course am totally biased and I'm his biggest fan, but honestly he is pretty amazing :)
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Post by: Bunni on September 20, 2011, 08:30:29 PM
I just wanted to take a minute and thank Tom (OCCD), BrianT, and the rest of the Pittsburgh Carverfest crowd who made the trip possible for Anders.  He hasn't had a vacation in the 11 years we've been together and this was probably the best possible one for him.  I can't thank you guys enough, and I know he appreciates you all too.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Anders on September 21, 2011, 01:12:22 AM
I think I totally forgot what it was like to have a vacation.
You guys have brought it back for me.

Anders
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 21, 2011, 07:26:34 AM
I posted a YouTube video of a portion of Bob & Alex troubleshooting George's second amp:

Bob Carver & Alex Sauter Part 2 of 2 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqsYZz2x7nM#ws)

I'll finish the upload later.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 21, 2011, 07:27:46 AM
It was great t
I think I totally forgot what it was like to have a vacation.
You guys have brought it back for me.

Anders

It was great to meet you, Anders.  You're my kinda geek~
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Kingman on September 21, 2011, 07:35:46 AM
I think I totally forgot what it was like to have a vacation.
You guys have brought it back for me.

Anders
Glad you enjoyed Carverfest!  8)
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Post by: TNRabbit on September 21, 2011, 08:00:35 AM
Just wanted to share some reviews of Bob's new Amazing Line Source speakers from the folks over on CarverAudio:

treitz3 wrote:

The imaging characteristics Bob had talked about in the videos was a pleasant and very unexpected surprise in a room that was completely unfit for his vision. They were also brand spankin' new with zero hours of burn in with anything associated with all of the parts that went into the set we heard. Also, the tube crossover that is planned for these speakers was not present at the time of the audition and Bob hasn't even had the first set he and Leslie voiced brought to Washington for voicing in proper surroundings. The potential for these speakers is off the charts but it is of my observations that the timeline for audition was pushed to the limit and it is too soon for an observation worthy of said speakers.

Basically, what I am saying is that the speakers were missing key components. They were in the worst acoustical environment possible. The crossover tweaking has not been properly done yet and the tubed crossover is still a vision at this point, not a reality we actually heard while we were there.

They were designed for an 8' ceiling for no floor or ceiling reflections that create distortion [refer to video]. The ceiling at CF was at least 30 to 35' tall with a loft about 12 feet out at a height of 12-14'. Wood floors, wood walls, glass directly behind them and stone to the right of them. They were never really "set up" with the Sumiko setup, Cardas setup or any other set up for optimum sound due to time constraints with the tube amp build that took up most of CF to begin with.

It is of my opinion that any observation should be taken with an extreme grain of salt, considering these factors. It's like testing a Corvette's handling ability on a track that has oil on it, rain and everything that can be stacked against it concerning handling......and then having the privy few offer their evaluation of said Corvette's handling abilities.

I am looking forward to hearing the completed product and next year Carverfest will be all about the music.

angelod307 wrote:

and with all that said tom, i thought they are nothing short of the majestic kind of speaker that will be a tribute and leap forward once again from the imagination and soul of bob carver in the amazing line up. they sound awesome even in a disaster of a room and so smooth with a 20 wpc tube amp that was built that just made them sing. i already can't wait for the next addition of them next year if not sooner in florida. very clean built to say the least.

oconeeorange wrote:

Not an audiophile, but my thoughts are:

- They are very tall and impressive with the Star Wars feet.
- Instead of the big speakers at the bottom and the little speakers at the top, they are the same from top to bottom.
- The "s.w.e.e.t" spot covers a very large area.
- The sound is very big, kinda like a concert.
- The sound is detailed and clear.
- I sure wish I could afford them.

- As a side note, they were hooked to an excellent music server and incredible amps that I also cannot afford.

Martin1970 wrote:

The ribbons in these sound very similar to Amazings of old, Plats and IIIs. That's a good thing because with like 7 million of them in a line array, it's probably possible to eq them to sound like just about anything you want. The midwoofers achieved the intended effect; like Ohms, they just disappear into the room. It would be interesting to see the T/S parameters on them. One has to wonder if the extrusions will be sealed, or open, and what the impact is of so many speakers in such close proximity. The problem with listening to them was that James always has some kind of JL product on hand, so all ya' want to do is play bass tracks. My apologies to the teenagers. It was inappropriate to play Bassgasm at 3AM. Glad the roof survived.
Kudos to the Sauters for bringing these things together in basically no time at all with finished product quality in what is essentially a prototype. The fit and finish, second to none. The bases are absolutely perfect, with feet hewn from solid metal stock. You can probably climb these things if you want. They look very sturdy. We've all seen the assembly process and these solve the problem of wide speakers taking up massive amounts of space. Heck, with covers on the front, they can almost be disguised as structural supports.
All that said, if I owned a pair, I'd triamp them: one channel to the ribbons, one channel to the left midwoofer line, one channel to the right midwoofer line (per speaker). I'd time-align the whole shebang based on where I put them in the room and knock the gain WAY back on the ribbons. I mean there's enough ribbon there to rupture your skull. Seriously. Rupture it. Bang. It's gone.
Ultimately, I have no idea what these speakers will sound like. None of us can, really. One thing's for sure. These things are going to be VERY dependent on room placement. It'll be interesting to see how that is addressed in the end product. I'm sure the Bobs can make something that sounds heavenly with all the quality materials and exceptional craftsmen involved with this product.


TNRabbit wrote:

The build quality, as Martin noted, was EXCEPTIONAL. Of course, we've come to expect nothing less from James & company~ =D>

The bases are a work of art & functional to boot. They are VERY sturdy; surprisingly so for such tall speakers. They are also HEAVY as a MF...

I made some initial observations in another thread but can't put my finger on it right now. Essentially, GIANT sound stage, the ability to soak up astounding amounts of power with clarity & THEY JUST KEEP GETTING LOUDER! I can't fathom what they would be able to do with 2,000 watt monoblock amps~

I had an opportunity @ 2-3 a.m. in the morning to play around with the EQ a little. Necessary tweaking depends HEAVILY on how far back in the listening position you are. As Tom noted, the room here was a horrific place to try to get everything "just so" but even so the potential here is enormous. IMO, the first thing that needs to be done is to correct the mismatch between the woofers & the ribbons; there is a LOT more ribbon shrieking at you (in a good way) than woofer...they are just loafing. These need to be brought more in line with the sound of the CRM-2s, again, IMO.

James told me the straight impedance of the 22 woofers before the crossover was @ 2.6 ohms (correct me if I'm wrong here, James), which I believe is way too low & I think there needs to be a change in the wiring to fix this. I'm sure Bob will tell me if I'm full of shit here~

ANYWAY, I feel very privileged to have had the opportunity to play with them on a variety of music ("Swap Meet Louie" was particularly impressive~ :lol: ) & just to listen to the prototypes prior to final design was a rare treat I don't think I'll ever have again in this lifetime.

Thanks to Bob & James for all their hard work to pull off getting these done in RECORD time so we could salivate over them. James, If you'd just had the tubes connected to them, I'm sure we could have damaged your Fathom 112 trying to keep up~ :shock: :D
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 21, 2011, 08:24:58 AM
Good review Rabbit.  I did not have a chance to hear the new speakers but it sounds like it's a work in progress.  It was a great time all around and it was nice to meet everyone and put a face to a name.  Look forward to going back next year.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: TNRabbit on September 21, 2011, 09:18:25 AM

Good review Rabbit.  I did not have a chance to hear the new speakers but it sounds like it's a work in progress.  It was a great time all around and it was nice to meet everyone and put a face to a name.  Look forward to going back next year.

DUDE!  How could you NOT get down there??!? 
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Post by: gdv on September 21, 2011, 12:16:35 PM
Anders...

Glad you were able to take a vacation...  Sounds like you enjoyed it too! :)

Welcome back,
George
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 21, 2011, 01:14:47 PM

Good review Rabbit.  I did not have a chance to hear the new speakers but it sounds like it's a work in progress.  It was a great time all around and it was nice to meet everyone and put a face to a name.  Look forward to going back next year.

DUDE!  How could you NOT get down there??!?

I got stuck in the hot tub drinking Michael Collins, Victory Storm King and smoking Acid Kuba Kuba's and medicinal herbs.  It was rough....  8)  Throw in a freshly modded C-19, 3 Sunfire subs, a VPI Classic Turntable and a pair of Sunfire CRM-2's, it was tough to leave the Watershed.
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Post by: Kingman on September 22, 2011, 06:55:57 AM
Yea...life was tough down there eh Rev!!!  :laugh:...Glad you made it this year and was good to meet ya!!!  ;)
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Post by: MasterBlaster on September 24, 2011, 03:32:31 AM
[smg id=26 type=album]
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Post by: Zoot Horn on September 24, 2011, 02:59:08 PM
sweet--just rolled some old RCA blackplates in mine--man,,what a surprising little amp--giant killer. 8)
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Post by: schwarcw on September 24, 2011, 11:04:31 PM
George/Anders,

What are those power tubes in that beautiful little amp?  GZ34's?

Regards,

Carl
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Post by: Zoot Horn on September 25, 2011, 04:47:27 AM
Hiya Carl,, the power tubes are 6BQ5's,,mine has some RCA blackplates that I had lying around,,listened to it again last night,,,powerful little jobbie for 18 watts or so,but very detailed and quiet.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 26, 2011, 11:23:04 AM
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/Carverfest.jpg)
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Post by: OCCD on September 26, 2011, 04:24:57 PM
What a crew!!! :o
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Post by: thuffman03 on September 26, 2011, 09:18:02 PM
The Carverfest Cantina:  You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy.
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Post by: OCCD on September 26, 2011, 11:17:29 PM

Good review Rabbit.  I did not have a chance to hear the new speakers but it sounds like it's a work in progress.  It was a great time all around and it was nice to meet everyone and put a face to a name.  Look forward to going back next year.

DUDE!  How could you NOT get down there??!?

I got stuck in the hot tub drinking Michael Collins, Victory Storm King and smoking Acid Kuba Kuba's and medicinal herbs.  It was rough....  8)  Throw in a freshly modded C-19, 3 Sunfire subs, a VPI Classic Turntable and a pair of Sunfire CRM-2's, it was tough to leave the Watershed.

Be patient Rev... You will hear them... 8)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: Reverend on September 26, 2011, 11:24:17 PM

Good review Rabbit.  I did not have a chance to hear the new speakers but it sounds like it's a work in progress.  It was a great time all around and it was nice to meet everyone and put a face to a name.  Look forward to going back next year.

DUDE!  How could you NOT get down there??!?

I got stuck in the hot tub drinking Michael Collins, Victory Storm King and smoking Acid Kuba Kuba's and medicinal herbs.  It was rough....  8)  Throw in a freshly modded C-19, 3 Sunfire subs, a VPI Classic Turntable and a pair of Sunfire CRM-2's, it was tough to leave the Watershed.

Be patient Rev... You will hear them... 8)

In case a pair does come around  8) , I got the ok from the wife to get them.   :D
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Post by: BrianT on September 27, 2011, 07:09:52 PM

In case a pair does come around  8) , I got the ok from the wife to get them.   :D

Ryan.

You are a VERY luck boy, getting the OK. When these speakers are finished you are going to have a hard time finding a better pair for less than 40K

Brian
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Post by: Kingman on September 27, 2011, 08:00:20 PM
Yeah!!  Post pics Rev!!!
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Post by: Reverend on September 27, 2011, 08:33:21 PM
This is all hypothetical Kingman, lol. 
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Post by: Reverend on September 29, 2011, 01:49:51 PM
A few more pics I found...

The Tom's giving the ALIII's another shot
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0169.jpg)

A bad tube that was causing issues for BrianT's Silver 7's.  You can't see it clearly but "DEAD" is written on it.  Can you guess what number the tube was?
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0168.jpg)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0163.jpg)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy313/RevAmish/Carverfest%202011/IMAG0162.jpg)
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Post by: SunnyDaze on October 01, 2011, 12:50:01 AM
If things remain as they are, I believe I'll be there next year.

It looks like yinz had a blast.  O0    ;D   :D   :laugh:
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Post by: SunnyDaze on October 01, 2011, 09:46:28 AM
PS - If I do go, I'm going to suggest to the Bob that he considers producing a line of headphones.
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Post by: Kingman on October 01, 2011, 11:06:11 AM
Quote
PS - If I do go, I'm going to suggest to the Bob that he considers producing a line of headphones
...That idea will be "SHITCANNED"!!!!!  :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:... Get it??? Cans!!! Ah hell...just kiddin.... :-*
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: SunnyDaze on October 01, 2011, 12:08:01 PM
That's a great idea Kingman. If I ever build my own headphones, I'm going to call them "Shitcanned"!!!!!!!
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Post by: OCCD on October 05, 2011, 12:53:42 AM
Here is a wicked pic of the early PGH, OTTAWA system. 8) Pic by Alex Sauter 2011
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Post by: BrianT on October 05, 2011, 06:02:48 PM
Here is a wicked pic of the early PGH, OTTAWA system. 8) Pic by Alex Sauter 2011

That setup looks real nice, and I know it sounds even better  ;D

Brian
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Post by: Kingman on October 05, 2011, 07:21:30 PM
LOOKIN GOOD!!!!    8) 8)        8) 8)         8) 8)        8) 8)
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Post by: MacGeek on October 05, 2011, 07:34:52 PM
Most impressive and I'll bet it warms the room in more than one way.  I didn't see a pre-amp or phono section.
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: OCCD on October 05, 2011, 09:23:32 PM
A modified Carver  C-19 and C-1 were used in that setup.

Here is a pic of Anders with the Bob Father pissing around. ;)
Title: Re: CARVERFEST IS UPON US!!!!
Post by: BrianT on October 05, 2011, 10:53:04 PM
Most impressive and I'll bet it warms the room in more than one way.  I didn't see a pre-amp or phono section.

Mac.

You are correct, when I use both set's of amps it does get warm, but Winter is on the way.

As for the PreAmp & Phono, in the picture you will see in the bottom left hand corner a Silver Carver C-4000 PreAmp
As for a Phono stage not shown we had a Audiomat 1 Phono PreAmp.

Hope this answers your questions.

At home, I am using the Silver 7 Tube's for the High's and the Bob"s Cherry 260's for the lows diving a set of B&W 802D's
it works very well.

Brian