System edited: finally updating my virtual system. Lots of changes since I first put this up. I've made a lot of progress on it and am very happy with the sound I am getting.

mem916 October 12, 2014 11:11

Hehe...no worries, as they say :-)

Hope all is well,

Sam

c1ferrari January 03, 2013 16:18

Sorry C1ferrari, I haven't been checking this page for a while (obviously). I guess you mean Mike Lavigne? Nope. The only other serious system I have heard is Albert Porter's a few years ago. It was incredible, of course. However I was coming down with something that day and couldn't enjoy it as much as I would have had I been 100%.

mem916 November 14, 2012 09:00

System edited: Finally updated my system. Lots of changes since I moved here back in '06!

mem916 November 14, 2012 08:57

Mark,

Did you ever get over to Mike's for a listen?

-Sam

c1ferrari October 24, 2011 23:06

I should really update this. It is from back when I still lived in Seattle!

mem916 October 24, 2011 13:31

Mark,

Found your system thread...VERY cool :-)

Best regards,

Sam

c1ferrari October 24, 2011 00:41

hello,
is the paper like mat on the versa really a mat or is it just a packaging cover?i am asking because i have a versa 2.0 and do not know!
many thanks

channel10 November 21, 2008 08:17

great set up but doesn't the speakers block what looks limke a fantastic view?

henryhk June 27, 2007 06:10

I moved last year and really should update the pictures someday. The ceiling of that house was higher at the listening seat side of the room than at the speaker side. Quite unique, actually. Sorry I don't remember the dimensions exactly.

mem916 June 02, 2007 21:57

How high is your ceiling?

kichoi March 26, 2007 08:43

System edited: updated the main pic to show the curtains which replaced the shoji screens I used to have. New curtains are being made from UV protective fabric which is much thinner and (presumably) more neutral acoustically.

mem916 May 06, 2006 11:22

System edited: I think it's time to re-categorize. I had this in "ever evolving" but it's mostly done evolving now. I would really love to hear a system that sounds better. If you are in Seattle and have a candidate, let me know.

mem916 May 05, 2006 21:03

Hi Phd,

Well I just got done installing a bunch of Acoustic Sciences stuff. 20" supertraps in the coner behind the right speaker, "half rounds" in the little hallway leading to my bedroom, and another half round between the speakers. 4 "PCAD" pannels and one "matrix panel" behind the listening seat on the wall, and another "matrix panel" on the wall over the record cabinet (first reflecion point). This is only part of the stuff ASC came up with in their free design for my room but it was all I could afford. Really a major upgrade in the sound. Definitely a bigger improvement than 5 power cords (about the same price, too). So yeah, I feel silly not doing it sooner!

cheers!

mem916 May 05, 2006 20:11

It's always a joy to see someone going overboard in this hobby. Whats next?

phd April 12, 2006 11:55

this is a serious setup!! congradulations

[email protected] April 11, 2006 12:44

Mem916, this is Pacmi02. Thanks for inviting me over. I'll bring the headphones. What time should I be over?

Signed,

Stereo Envy

pacmi02 March 08, 2006 10:21

Are you happy with the Maple Shade tweeks? I was considering buying some items I saw in their catalog. Thanks for your time.

tacu2 December 15, 2005 14:47

Nicely done - an extraordinarily well matched system. Looks like the room is a keeper too from what little can be seen of it. I suspect you will be happy with this for a long, long time.

esoxhntr November 06, 2005 18:30

Thanks for the compliments. I'll be posting new updates and pics as soon as I get time. Lots of changes lately!

Yes the Wolcotts are fantastic! Get the Mullard EL-34's (XF2 Single Getter) for the best results, though.

Mark

mem916 October 21, 2005 00:45

Mem916,
I have to agree with your assesment of the Wolcott amps. They are a remarkable product. I have had my pair for about 9 months now and they continue to impress me daily. Excellent choices in equipment and setup. Enjoy!

slipknot1 October 20, 2005 18:28

Acoustic treatment behind speaker; What is it? Why do you need it? What does it do for you? It and the whole system is wonderful, thanks for sharing.

kach22i October 20, 2005 06:53

Pacmi02, You are welcome to come over after a headphone session and find out. :-)

Aeneas9: Thanks for the suggestion but I think I'll stick with the telefunken 12ax7's for now!

And Edwardtu: If you're still around I did finally upgrade my cables. Just put Dominus in everywhere. Will post pics when I get a chance.

mem916 October 16, 2005 00:52

Amazing system. I bet it almost sounds as good as my $300 Beyerdynamic Headphones. :-)

pacmi02 October 03, 2005 15:51

Try the new Russian Tung-Sol 12ax7s for your IO!

aeneas9 September 30, 2005 23:09