Exciting news -- Suncoast Audio goes brick and mortar

**CPP** · January 11, 2017, 04:14 PM

it looks so, CLEAN !

I can''t wait for the tape on the floor for those different speaker positions, then it will be DADA, we have reached audiophile actuality , which makes me think, Mike how are you going to move those heavy speakers around to mix and match with amps and such ?

**tunes** · January 11, 2017, 04:15 PM

Looking good Mike!
A question regarding vicoustics: in their full spec out of the rooms, did they include any treatment for the ceiling? I don't see any so far in your pics.

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**Mike** · January 11, 2017, 05:00 PM

Originally Posted by tunes

Looking good Mike!
A question regarding vicoustics: in their full spec out of the rooms, did they include any treatment for the ceiling? I don't see any so far in your pics.

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They didn't for me, because I specifically wanted to do the walls first, but they mentioned something like 9 panels on the roof per room. That's easy to swap out.

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**Kuoppis** · January 11, 2017, 05:10 PM

Originally Posted by Mike

I was stunned by the transformation sonically.

Completely agree after doing my own Vicoustics installation, Mike.

I would argue you have not heard your system before acoustizing your audio room.

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**wisnon** · January 11, 2017, 05:32 PM

Originally Posted by CPP

Mike will just send us down the Hampton Inn Suites which is really close with the available Suncoast Audio room discount package

So we don't get to fall asleep with the music going??? LoL
That chair looks comfy. HA!

**a.wayne** · January 11, 2017, 05:45 PM

Cant wait to hear those Soulution amplifiers Mike ....

**Old Bob** · January 12, 2017, 11:06 AM

looks super! good luck!

do not allow Kevins dog from Australia in

bob

**bzr** · January 12, 2017, 04:28 PM

Bob, Albi says hi....

**bzr** · January 12, 2017, 04:28 PM

Bob, Albi says hi....

**Bobvin** · January 13, 2017, 12:12 AM

Damn Mike, I started my remodel in mid October. One room plus a wine cellar, and I'm still not done. Although the acoustic crew is here this week installing all the custom panels. Its been a journey.

Your place is looking really teerrific. Best of luck — I knew a fellow up in Seattle that opened a store, sadly, right about the time of the financial crises. His did not succeed. Your business acumen along with a much improved sense of optimism in the economy ought to yield much better results. May fortune smile on you!

**Bobvin** · January 13, 2017, 12:12 AM

Damn Mike, I started my remodel in mid October. One room plus a wine cellar, and I'm still not done. Although the acoustic crew is here this week installing all the custom panels. Its been a journey.

Your place is looking really teerrific. Best of luck — I knew a fellow up in Seattle that opened a store, sadly, right about the time of the financial crises. His did not succeed. Your business acumen along with a much improved sense of optimism in the economy ought to yield much better results. May fortune smile on you!

**Old Bob** · January 13, 2017, 07:19 AM

My Albi, what big TEETH you have!

**Kuoppis** · January 14, 2017, 05:26 AM

Mike, I guess you have the bigger siblings on display, but you might know the answer regarding the 500 series as well. I read in a Stereophile report from CES:

The Swiss manufacturer Soulution introduced the $32,000, 75-lb Soulution 511 stereo amplifier at CES 2017. Rated conservatively at 150Wpc into 8 ohms, it delivers 280Wpc into 4 ohms and 560Wpc into 2 ohms. The 511 can be switched to a bridged configuration for power ratings of 560W, 1120W, and 2000W, respectively. In addition, the amplifier is capable of sustaining a current draw of 60 amperes at 36 volts, for an impulse rating of 6000W mono. Its damping factor is listed as 10,000 at 100kHz. Distortion (0.004%) and signal-to-noise ratio (>107dB) measurements at 1kHz are excellent, due in part to the reducing of interfaces and cables used in its construction.

This might be a silly question, but when running two Solution 511s in bridged mode, how do I connect other electronics to them? Does one run as master and the other one as slave as in a Devialet setup or how should I envision that to work?

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**Mike** · January 14, 2017, 08:05 AM

Originally Posted by Kuoppis

Mike, I guess you have the bigger siblings on display, but you might know the answer regarding the 500 series as well. I read in a Stereophile report from CES:

The Swiss manufacturer Soulution introduced the $32,000, 75-lb Soulution 511 stereo amplifier at CES 2017. Rated conservatively at 150Wpc into 8 ohms, it delivers 280Wpc into 4 ohms and 560Wpc into 2 ohms. The 511 can be switched to a bridged configuration for power ratings of 560W, 1120W, and 2000W, respectively. In addition, the amplifier is capable of sustaining a current draw of 60 amperes at 36 volts, for an impulse rating of 6000W mono. Its damping factor is listed as 10,000 at 100kHz. Distortion (0.004%) and signal-to-noise ratio (>107dB) measurements at 1kHz are excellent, due in part to the reducing of interfaces and cables used in its construction.

This might be a silly question, but when running two Solution 511s in bridged mode, how do I connect other electronics to them? Does one run as master and the other one as slave as in a Devialet setup or how should I envision that to work?

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I'm running the new 511's (shown). The above paragraph is wrong. Price is $35,000. Second, those specs are for mono mode. You run them in mono mode as that gives you dramatically more power (1120w per channel into 4 as shown). You CAN run them in dual mode and there is a connection scheme diagram for that included in the manual. But go mono and fasten your seatbelt.

**Kuoppis** · January 14, 2017, 08:25 AM

Thanks Mike, guess the scribes take a shortcut on prices and specs sometimes.

But my actual question was slightly different: How do I actually connect e.g. a DAC to the system in a dual mono setup?

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**Mike** · January 14, 2017, 09:09 AM

Originally Posted by Kuoppis

Thanks Mike, guess the scribes take a shortcut on prices and specs sometimes.

But my actual question was slightly different: How do I actually connect e.g. a DAC to the system in a dual mono setup?

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Ok, dual or mono? Dual is for speakers with high/low (in lieu of using a jumper at the speaker). Mono is used via a preamp (or DAC with preamp) connecting right to right xlr input on right amp and left on left.

**Kuoppis** · January 14, 2017, 10:08 AM

Of course, I had a thinking blockage. Somehow I thought of the 511 as a stereo integrated and was hence wondering how to bridge two integrated amps. But as they are power amps, my question is a no-brainer. Sorry

Exciting news -- Suncoast Audio goes brick and mortar

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That said, I think Burmester has/ had an integrated in the programme which could be bridged, similar to two power amps. And of course Devialet does it.

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**madfloyd** · January 15, 2017, 10:25 AM

My wife and I visited Mike yesterday at his new store. It was a long drive from coast to coast but well worth it. Mike's store is beautiful and the assortment of gear to die for. I got to hear some electronics that I've been wanting to hear for a long time. I could have spent many more hours there!

Mike, thank you for being such a wonderful host!

**Mike** · January 15, 2017, 10:47 AM

Thanks Ian. It was great seeing you and your lovely wife again. I enjoyed our visit, the listening and lunch was always good!

**a.wayne** · January 15, 2017, 01:10 PM

So you are now Officially open Mike ... ?

@MadFloyd , what did you get to hear , the Soulution gear ..?

**Mike** · January 15, 2017, 01:19 PM

Originally Posted by a.wayne

So you are now Officially open Mike ... ?

@MadFloyd , what did you get to hear , the Soulution gear ..?

Not yet. I still have one room to finish and then a few other things. I also have to spend some major time measuring the rooms, finding the best seating positions, repositioning the speakers, etc. I just put everything back after putting up the treatments. It's also niggly things. A track of lighting is intermittently working, etc.

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**madfloyd** · January 15, 2017, 02:23 PM

Originally Posted by a.wayne

So you are now Officially open Mike ... ?

@MadFloyd , what did you get to hear , the Soulution gear ..?

Yes, the 520 & 511s. Also his Ayre electronics and the Vitus preamp. All through the M3s.

**Kuoppis** · January 15, 2017, 04:09 PM

Originally Posted by madfloyd

Yes, the 520 & 511s. Also his Ayre electronics and the Vitus preamp. All through the M3s.

Aaaand?

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**CPP** · January 15, 2017, 05:58 PM

Mike have you forwarded you're phone from you're day job to you're "hobby job" yet ?

**Mike** · January 15, 2017, 06:11 PM

Originally Posted by CPP

Mike have you forwarded you're phone from you're day job to you're "hobby job" yet ?

Same number.

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**audiophil** · January 15, 2017, 07:05 PM

Originally Posted by Mike

Same number.

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*drops the mic*

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**Mike** · January 16, 2017, 10:38 PM

Almost finished the third room.

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**bthomas9** · January 16, 2017, 11:17 PM

Originally Posted by Mike

Almost finished the third room.

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So much drool I think I'm embarrassing myself

. Such an amazing space you've created mike!!

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**Melbguy1** · January 16, 2017, 11:43 PM

Originally Posted by Kuoppis

Aaaand?

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And thennnn?!

**Raidho** · January 17, 2017, 04:08 PM

Dear Mike
congratulations.. what a beautiful shop you have got... I am very impressed...

**bzr** · January 17, 2017, 04:16 PM

Originally Posted by Mike

Almost finished the third room.

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Mike, can I put my office desk on the end wall please??? That bottom combo will have to be your go to relax space, I'm guessing. Huge congrats, come a long way from the first journey up those stairs with heavy amps.

**radioactive** · January 19, 2017, 04:15 PM

Congratulations Mike! Extremely well executed and a great array of gear. I just caught up on this thread and noticed that just about everything in your shop you at one time owned in your home and spent many intimate hours with. I bet that makes a great experience for anyone shopping gear with you -- who better than someone who personally owned it!

Mind if I ask a few questions:
1. Did you have to sell the Porsche

-- I hope not.
2. What interactions are the tiles in the ceiling having? One of the dealers I use had problems with them rattling with low bass so he pulled them all and sprayed the ceiling with this black, spikey, almost tar-like substance and it's sooo much better. I wonder if you get the right tiles if you might not have that problem -- but I'm really curious if they're giving you any problems and how you're dealing.
3. I didn't see any Focal's in the photos? Did I miss something?
4. Do you have a list of your rooms and gear in each?

Thanks a ton and congrats all around. I wish you great success. I may be visiting your area in the Fall. If so, I'll drop you a note and see if you're available.

Bryan

**Mike** · January 19, 2017, 04:38 PM

1. Porsche is gone. Had to sell it to pay my late Mother's death taxes in Canada. Her house took a while to sell, and the taxes were due, so....
2. No tiles rattling, I went for heavy ass acoustic tiles used in recording studios, churches, etc. HOWEVER, the cold air returns did rattle in the beginning, but I've since applied thick weather stripping around the frame. Problem is 95% fixed. I'm still looking for heavier cold air return vents. It's only noticeable now if I get the ladder and put my ear up to the cold air vent.
3. I loaned my Sopra 3's to a customer in Tampa to demo. My Sopra 1's are here and sounding great.
4. No list, but I can make one.

Thanks for the kind wishes! I hope you can visit.

Mike

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**Mike** · January 19, 2017, 04:50 PM

Bryan,

Room 1 (17.5 x 25):
Raidho D2.1
Raidho D1.1
Raidho XT-1
Focal Sopra 1
Focal Sopra 3
Avantgarde Zero TA
Aurender N100H
Aavik U-300 (incoming)
Ansuz cables and power distribution (incoming)
Vitus RI-100
VAC Sig 200iQ monos
VAC Ren 5 preamp
VAC Ren Phonostage
PS Audio BHK 300 Monos
PS Audio BHK preamp
PS Audio DS DAC
PS Audio Transport
Raidho stand
Quadrasphire stand

Room 2 (18 x 25)
Magico M3
Magico S5 mk2
Magico S3 mk2 (coming)
Magico S1 mk2
REL G1 mk2 (2)
Soulution 511 monos
Soulution 520
Esoteric K-01x BR
Lampizator Tube Recti Atlantic DAC
Berkeley Ref 2
Chord DAVE
VPI Prime Sig w/Transfiguration Proteus
Aurender N10
Vitus SM-103 (incoming)
Vitus SL-102 mk2
Vitus SS-103 (on loan)
Shunyata Denali 2000T (2)
Shunyata Denali 6000T
Shunyata Sigma PC's
Siltech Royal Sig cables
Solid Tech Racks

Room 3 (13.5 x 18):
Vandy Quattro CT's
Ayre VX-5 Twenty
Ayre KX-5 Twenty
Ayre QX-5 Twenty
Aurender A10 (using USB out to QX-5 or to demo DAC inside the A10)
Quadrasphire rack
AudioQuest Niagra 7000
Full AQ loom (Aspen)

I have at my showroom at home and my AC storage unit a lot more equipment including Lumin, Pass, Avantgarde, Kronos, another Lampi, etc.

Not 31 flavors like Baskin Robbins, but close.

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**Mike** · January 19, 2017, 04:59 PM

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**Kuoppis** · January 19, 2017, 05:02 PM

Can we have a pajama party at Suncoast Audio? Amazing setup, the best store line-up I have ever heard of.

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**Mike** · January 19, 2017, 05:13 PM

Absolutely!

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**AJ Soundfield** · January 19, 2017, 05:33 PM

The official crack house for audio nuts opens when?

**Mike** · January 19, 2017, 05:37 PM

Originally Posted by AJ Soundfield

The official crack house for audio nuts opens when?

Well, they're coming daily, so....

But I'll be 100% end of Feb

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**radioactive** · January 19, 2017, 06:59 PM

I'd make this a sticky near the top, great way to show off your amazing setup.

Originally Posted by Mike

Bryan,

Room 1 (17.5 x 25):
Raidho D2.1
Raidho D1.1
Raidho XT-1
Focal Sopra 1
Focal Sopra 3
Avantgarde Zero TA
Aurender N100H
Aavik U-300 (incoming)
Ansuz cables and power distribution (incoming)
Vitus RI-100
VAC Sig 200iQ monos
VAC Ren 5 preamp
VAC Ren Phonostage
PS Audio BHK 300 Monos
PS Audio BHK preamp
PS Audio DS DAC
PS Audio Transport
Raidho stand
Quadrasphire stand

Room 2 (18 x 25)
Magico M3
Magico S5 mk2
Magico S3 mk2 (coming)
Magico S1 mk2
REL G1 mk2 (2)
Soulution 511 monos
Soulution 520
Esoteric K-01x BR
Lampizator Tube Recti Atlantic DAC
Berkeley Ref 2
Chord DAVE
VPI Prime Sig w/Transfiguration Proteus
Aurender N10
Vitus SM-103 (incoming)
Vitus SL-102 mk2
Vitus SS-103 (on loan)
Shunyata Denali 2000T (2)
Shunyata Denali 6000T
Shunyata Sigma PC's
Siltech Royal Sig cables
Solid Tech Racks

Room 3 (13.5 x 18):
Vandy Quattro CT's
Ayre VX-5 Twenty
Ayre KX-5 Twenty
Ayre QX-5 Twenty
Aurender A10 (using USB out to QX-5 or to demo DAC inside the A10)
Quadrasphire rack
AudioQuest Niagra 7000
Full AQ loom (Aspen)

I have at my showroom at home and my AC storage unit a lot more equipment including Lumin, Pass, Avantgarde, Kronos, another Lampi, etc.

Not 31 flavors like Baskin Robbins, but close.

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**Mike** · February 5, 2017, 12:33 AM

Grand opening is going to be Saturday March 4th between 1pm and 5pm. All Sharks are invited! Hope to see you!

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**Mike** · February 5, 2017, 12:40 AM

Grand opening is going to be Saturday March 4th between 1pm and 5pm. All Sharks are invited! Hope to see you!

Address is:

7353 International Place
Unit 309
Sarasota, FL
34240

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**a.wayne** · February 5, 2017, 05:47 AM

An Opening so nice you had to say it twice ...

**wisnon** · February 5, 2017, 07:34 AM

Wish I could be there...

**Ritmo** · February 5, 2017, 08:34 AM

Congrats Mike! Let me know if you can do a "soft opening" on 2/24.

**Melbguy1** · February 5, 2017, 08:50 AM

Originally Posted by Mike

Grand opening is going to be Saturday March 4th between 1pm and 5pm. All Sharks are invited! Hope to see you!

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Hearty congratulations Mike. Job well done! Sorry I can't make it, but that is a big ocean between Down under and Chez Bovaird!

**Audio 1** · February 5, 2017, 10:15 AM

My wife just put it on the calendar. Looking forward to the trip!

**cmalak** · February 5, 2017, 10:31 AM

Mike...looks amazing and congrats on the upcoming official Grand Opening. Wish I could be there as well but will have to wait until I am in Florida next.

Best wishes

**Mike** · February 5, 2017, 11:06 AM

Originally Posted by Audio 1

My wife just put it on the calendar. Looking forward to the trip!

Great!

Address is:

7353 International Place
Unit 309
Sarasota, FL
34240

**Randy Myers** · February 5, 2017, 11:20 AM

Excellent Mike, and congratulations!!!

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