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Yesterday, 11:01 AM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

correct. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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Yesterday, 07:47 AM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

Having seen this beauty in person this weekend, I can honestly say, this should have been called the S6. The dual 10’s (vs dual 9’s) look so much bigger. The cabinet looks soooooo much bigger. S6 for me all day. Oh and the fit and finish is...

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April 14, 2024, 09:44 PM

Puma Cat started a thread One of PC's favorite scientific publications... in Health, Wellness and Medicine

Blast from the past: Was just reviewing my CV, and came across one of the scientific publications I was most proud of working as a Molecular Biologist in Biotech: using DNA “human identity" forensic markers amplified with PCR to be able to monitor...

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April 13, 2024, 09:39 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Nice "small" set up at Alpha Audio in Belgium in Other Shows

So, is this a photo of the "big rig" or the smaller system? Don't know the Magico product line-up, sorry.

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April 12, 2024, 09:18 PM

Mike replied to a thread Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

Our room was busy all day. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 12, 2024, 08:18 PM

Mike replied to a thread Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

The CAT JC7’s and an Aurender A15. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 12, 2024, 08:02 PM

Mike replied to a thread Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

Piccolo Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 12, 2024, 06:12 PM

Mike replied to a thread Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

The people who heard them first, had their jaws on the floor. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 12, 2024, 12:29 PM

Mike replied to a thread Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

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April 12, 2024, 05:46 AM

Mike replied to a thread Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

Some close ups of the new Clarisys Piccolo. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 12, 2024, 05:45 AM

Mike replied to a thread Milan Karan passes away in General Audio Discussion

Very sad to hear. RIP. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 11, 2024, 10:21 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

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April 11, 2024, 06:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

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April 11, 2024, 04:45 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

I’m going bald! LOL Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 11, 2024, 04:27 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

See you soon Buddy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 11, 2024, 12:29 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

I might go next year also (decided to pass this year as I went last year). Be great to meet up again, Mike.

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April 11, 2024, 02:31 AM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

Mike, I hope you guys have a great show, and say "Hi" to Florian for me. It was fun, informative, and very interesting to meet him last year. The new Picolo looks like quite the speaker! Cheers.

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April 10, 2024, 10:47 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

Yes and yours will have it. No upcharge. Same price. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 10, 2024, 08:26 PM

Mike replied to a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

Debuting the new entry level Clarisys speaker, the Clarisys Piccolo. Price TBD. Will be under $20k though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 10, 2024, 08:23 PM

Mike started a thread Clarisys - Axpona 2024 in AXPONA

We have 3 rooms, maybe 4. Debuting the new Auditorium Plus (double sided midrange and double sided tweeter ribbons to match the double sided bass). All new internal tuning mechanism. No tools required. Sent from my iPhone using...

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April 8, 2024, 09:46 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

Buchardt does make active speakers, but the S400IIs and the P300s are passive loudspeakers. And yes, a quick search on the 'Net can be effective in providing info and answers. 😉 Cheers.

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April 8, 2024, 04:38 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

Ah, that's easy. They're connected to my Constellation Inspiration integrated amp's speaker terminals. The S400IIs also have nice binding posts; Mads really went through and used very-high quality parts throughout this speaker's components. I...

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April 8, 2024, 08:08 AM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Just saying….that’s why you got that message. You’re logged in now or you couldn’t post. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 8, 2024, 07:38 AM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

That’s nothing to do with the forum. That message was because you were not logged in. You’re clearly logged in now if you can make posts. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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April 7, 2024, 12:06 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

Yes, I agree, and if I may add, your comment is both insightful and accurate about what constitutes...value propostions. Back when I was workin' as an MBB in Biotech, I used to try to get a simple but key principle across to the product development...

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April 6, 2024, 09:24 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

Back in the day, there was no A series. Only Q and S. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 6, 2024, 05:25 PM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Ok thanks. I will pass this along to the developer. I think this might be the max. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 6, 2024, 05:03 PM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Well, a few others above haven’t had an issue. I’ll run some additional tests and see if we can make some size adjustments. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 6, 2024, 04:59 PM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

No issue here. By the way, this album on Tidal on the version “max” is unreal. Sounds better than…gasp…the vinyl. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 6, 2024, 04:58 PM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Not that I’m aware of and others above are not having issues. It COULD be the file is too large….but I’m unaware of any specific limits. Maybe try resizing the picture (as a test if you don’t mind) and try again. Sent from my iPhone using...

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April 6, 2024, 11:12 AM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Working? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 6, 2024, 08:51 AM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Still working on it…. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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April 5, 2024, 07:30 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

Whelp, the Buchardt S400IIs arrived today, and I have to say, even without sufficient time to settle fully having just come off the logistics truck, I am already very impressed with them. Specs say these are only -3dB down at 33 Hz, and I would...

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April 5, 2024, 07:15 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Just some additional info, not sure if this is tied into the problems folks above have been having or not, but I'm having probems getting the AS web site to load. Specifics: I can get in if I use Apple’s Safari on the wifi network* from my...

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April 5, 2024, 05:33 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

Not sure anyone has heard the new S5 yet, except for folks at the factory. Peter told me it’s awesome and has really grown in size. Maybe it’s a replacement for the S5 and S7 in doing so? Who knows? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 5, 2024, 04:24 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

These are -3dB at 33Hz. That's very good performance for a standmount. Besides, they'll be nicely integrated with my REL sub, for which I did a DOE to determine the control settings for optimal integration; such is the power of the appropriate...

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April 5, 2024, 02:07 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

Paper is an excellent material for cone driver functional response. Just ask Danny Ritchie.

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April 4, 2024, 02:07 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

The small tweeter (~0.75") with large, textured waveguide, "inverted" driver configuration, with tweeter on bottom, and bass driver on top (my Dyn Contour S3.4's use this configuration, as well), and the passive radiator on the rear. Also, the...

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April 4, 2024, 01:47 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

Yeah, I am really looking forward to them; going to stay home tomorrow to be sure I'm here to take delivery when the UPS driver arrives.

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April 4, 2024, 10:54 AM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

So was inflation at the time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 4, 2024, 10:54 AM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Working on it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 4, 2024, 08:56 AM

Mike replied to a thread Congratulations Bart in The Florida International Audio Expo

Behind the Scenes at Florida International Audio Expo: Talking With Fo – PS Audio Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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April 3, 2024, 08:41 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

The S5 mk2 came out 9 years ago. Avantgarde’s Duo Mezzo XD was $55k 9 years ago at launch, the new version is $95k today. If I’m not mistaken, the Wilson Alexia has also gone up by about the same amount over the same time period. I don’t...

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April 3, 2024, 02:42 PM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

No problem with either Safari or Brave...this is Stefan Bradl, in the same MotoGP race Colin was in above. Using Brave for this post.

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April 3, 2024, 02:28 PM

Puma Cat started a thread Buchardt S400II speakers In-Bound in Speakers

I've been really intrigued by Mads Buchardt's loudspeakers and speaker design principles, and so with that, my Editor and I reached out to him about getting a pair of the Buchardt S400II standmount loudspeakers in for review, and Mads was "all in". ...

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April 3, 2024, 12:55 PM

Mike replied to a thread Magico S5 mk3 in Magico

With Magico, I can see where the money goes. Clearly. They aren’t over inflated psycho acoustic nonsense speakers in cheap Chinese cabinets with tiny drivers and a bright tweeter with exorbitant pricing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk...

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April 3, 2024, 09:22 AM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Just for a moment; the cats were bugging me for an early morning snack before ther regular breakfast. They can be very persistent and insistent. 😹

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April 3, 2024, 08:14 AM

Puma Cat replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

Doesn’t look like it on my end. Just as with Mike, no problem here, either. 👍 Pic of Colin Edwards in Rainey Corner I shot at the US MotoGP at Laguna in 2012…

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April 3, 2024, 07:55 AM

Mike replied to a thread Forum Software Update in Forum Announcements & Suggestions

No problem here. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro

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