Steve Edwards Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 8 hours ago, Holmz said: Is Havens and Hardesty still around? Unfortunately not. Dick Hardesty sold it to Bob Altenbern (a sales rep there) many years ago, maybe twenty. Bob put his heart and soul into it, but it was not to be. The last time I was by there, it was a motorcycle accessories shop. Dick Hardesty passed on some years ago; 5 maybe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctsooner Posted February 7, 2022 Author Share Posted February 7, 2022 8 hours ago, TomicTime said: @Holmzlet me know if ya make it down this way, Bruce shop Stereo Unlimited is a must visit in my book…safe travels… Jim I loved dealing with Bruce in the 80's..He's the one who really got me into higher end gear. I would have stayed with him as my dealer and owned Steen's if I stayed in SD. I haven't been back since I left in late 86, but am trying to set up a reunion of my shipmates in SD next year. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratocaster Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 (edited) @TomicTimeand @Holmzkeep us posted with your plans to visit Stereo Unlimited. @Huangand I are both in SD on the way down to Bruce’s place so it would be nice to meet everyone in person. Am sure we could twist @Steve Edwardsarm as well to join us.. Edited February 7, 2022 by stratocaster 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 5 hours ago, Steve Edwards said: Unfortunately not. Dick Hardesty sold it to Bob Altenbern (a sales rep there) many years ago, maybe twenty. Bob put his heart and soul into it, but it was not to be. The last time I was by there, it was a motorcycle accessories shop. Dick Hardesty passed on some years ago; 5 maybe. I regret never getting a chance to know Dick. For those seeking greater insight, this is powerful reading. http://www.vandersteen.com/audio-perfectionist-journal 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 4 hours ago, stratocaster said: @TomicTimeand @Holmzkeep us posted with your plans to visit Stereo Unlimited. @Huangand I are both in SD on the way down to Bruce’s place so it would be nice to meet everyone in person. Am sure we could twist @Steve Edwardsarm as well to join us.. Got to host you guys for listening session at Condo, maybe we can synch this all up w 7 Extreme debut…. @Brad Ois there a firm date for that ? Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmz Posted February 7, 2022 Share Posted February 7, 2022 1 hour ago, TomicTime said: I regret never getting a chance to know Dick. ,,, ^Sounds^ like how I describe (not) reading one of Philip K Dick’s novels. 1 hour ago, TomicTime said: ... For those seeking greater insight, this is powerful reading. http://www.vandersteen.com/audio-perfectionist-journal ^This is great^ I have another 13 hours in Sydney. Thanks! 5 hours ago, stratocaster said: @TomicTimeand @Holmzkeep us posted with your plans to visit Stereo Unlimited. @Huangand I are both in SD on the way down to Bruce’s place so it would be nice to meet everyone in person. Am sure we could twist @Steve Edwardsarm as well to join us.. OK I pinged the lasses about the 25 Feb to 2 March period. Looks like Stereo Unlimited is effectively open any day with an appointment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad O Posted February 8, 2022 Share Posted February 8, 2022 On 2/7/2022 at 11:29 AM, TomicTime said: Got to host you guys for listening session at Condo, maybe we can synch this all up w 7 Extreme debut…. @Brad Ois there a firm date for that ? Jim April 7th. Contact the store for timing and to RSVP. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 4 hours ago, Brad O said: April 7th. Contact the store for timing and to RSVP. Thanks Brad ! i ran idea by RV today also 😉 fun. i can have it catered for a few VanderKatz….special guests, friends of tge band, roadies, …hangers on… 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctsooner Posted February 9, 2022 Author Share Posted February 9, 2022 Wish I could make it. Will be a blast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Pete we can zoom ya in at some point 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmz Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 3 hours ago, TomicTime said: Pete we can zoom ya in at some point 😉 MTSBWY ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctsooner Posted February 9, 2022 Author Share Posted February 9, 2022 That would be a blast. never thought about that. Haven't seen or talked to Bruce since 1986 and he wouldn't remember me for even a split second...I have however sent many customers his way over the years, because I trusted him so much. Would love to put faces and voices to monikers online! :). (although I have met a bunch of you at Johnny's over the years or in Bob's case, had him over teh house and sold him the Treo's)... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 @Brad OA zoom meet and great for members of this forum would be great thing to pull off ! Let me know how i can help. We have an account that allows for longer than free meetings… Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Draft Agenda; Quick Around the room introductions RV speaks for 15 minutes on ? New products - Brad Dealer Spotlight Swinging’ Gate - Robert Merker Doorprize drawing ( LP, File download for tge digital black sheep ) Adjourn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 for clarification, above digital download would be of a commercially available file from a licensed vendor Jim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Edwards Posted February 10, 2022 Share Posted February 10, 2022 On 2/7/2022 at 11:29 AM, TomicTime said: Am sure we could twist @Steve Edwardsarm as well to join us Even a gentle nudge is not necessary 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Newell Posted February 10, 2022 Share Posted February 10, 2022 I’d love to attend. I live in San Clemente. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 9 hours ago, Tom Newell said: I’d love to attend. I live in San Clemente. Hi Tom - I was at Dana Point today . Had lunch marina w friends and quickly stopped by Power Plant records. Will keep you appraised of the plan. Best to you in music. Jim 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctsooner Posted February 11, 2022 Author Share Posted February 11, 2022 Jim lives a blessed life. Lol 😂. I used to ride my bike to Dana Point in the late 80’s when I lived in Irvine/Newport Beach. Man those were a fun 9 months 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Newell Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 Quote 15 hours ago, TomicTime said: Hi Tom - I was at Dana Point today . Had lunch marina w friends and quickly stopped by Power Plant records. Will keep you appraised of the plan. Best to you in music. Jim You should check out Moldy Toes Records on El Camino Real. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomicTime Posted February 11, 2022 Share Posted February 11, 2022 @Tom NewellGreat idea, I ran out of time 😉 Buy you a cup of Joe next time i get up that way for sure Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stratocaster Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 On 2/7/2022 at 1:32 PM, Holmz said: ^Sounds^ like how I describe (not) reading one of Philip K Dick’s novels. ^This is great^ I have another 13 hours in Sydney. Thanks! OK I pinged the lasses about the 25 Feb to 2 March period. Looks like Stereo Unlimited is effectively open any day with an appointment. Stereo Unlimited is closed on Sun/Mon and I have seen a lot of folks on Saturdays. If we can swing by right when the store opens then that would be best. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmz Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Youngest daughter said, “That is not my idea of a good time.” Eldest was more positive... Of to the east via Albequerque (like in a Bugs Bunny cartoon) this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Posted February 17, 2022 Share Posted February 17, 2022 I bought a new house which fixed my wall power DC offset issue. XD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Newell Posted February 19, 2022 Share Posted February 19, 2022 Going from a VPI table to a Basis turntable was the most significant upgrade ever for me. I was a VPI guy for 25 years and always loved their tables but the Basis is in totally different league. Dead quiet. You drop the stylus and it’s just music. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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