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September 12, 2022, 10:19 AM
Thread: alexia V
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Re: alexia V
I wish we had the answer to that question.
Alexia 2 Pricing - $58K - $70K (With Acoustic Diodes - $61K - $73K which come on Alexia V)
Alexia V Pricing - $67.5K - $79K
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April 6, 2022, 03:01 PM
Thread: LOKE
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Re: LOKE
Guys, no one is trying to hide the heritage of the crossover/amp in LōKē.
As for why it was chosen, it had to:
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September 17, 2021, 10:01 AM
Thread: Martin Colloms WA XVX - Review
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Re: Martin Colloms WA XVX - Review
Indeed that is a photoshoot.
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July 20, 2021, 09:38 AM
Thread: Jay's Audio Journey
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Re: Jay's Audio Journey
Just a couple of comments.
The original Alexia is less sensitive by one dB and a more difficult load than is Marc's Alexx. The low point for Alexx is 1.5 ohms at 2850Hz, not nearly as demanding as... -
May 4, 2021, 06:36 PM
Thread: Brisket
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Re: Brisket
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0014/7524/8211/products/bookFBBQweb1copy.jpg?v=1606156722
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May 2, 2021, 04:05 PM
Thread: Brisket
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Re: Brisket
Indeed patience is the key. Been lazy and using a modified pellet grill since 2008.
I now use Aaron Franklin's method for Brisket. I buy a USDA Prime Packer from Costco. When you first trim a... -
April 26, 2021, 06:57 PM
Thread: The Prince treatise by Machiavelli
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Re: The Prince treatise by Machiavelli
So Serge are saying the end justifies the means? :D
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April 26, 2021, 12:38 PM
Thread: The Prince treatise by Machiavelli
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Re: The Prince treatise by Machiavelli
I would think the best background for such a video would be to read (or for many reread) The Prince. But that's just me. Much better to read the author than have someone interpret his writings for...
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April 16, 2021, 01:12 AM
Thread: Wilson Alexx V
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Re: Wilson Alexx V
FYI, Mike has Subsonics mated to his Chronosonic XVXs.
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September 25, 2020, 09:59 AM
Thread: New SabrinaX
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Re: New SabrinaX
Adrian and his guys are multi-talented indeed. They have a long history with us. We feel quite privileged to have them as part of the Wilson Audio family.
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September 25, 2020, 09:48 AM
Thread: New SabrinaX
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Re: New SabrinaX
Sorry for the delayed reply. I have been traveling/ on vacation and am now working remotely from the east coast (US).
Technically matte and satin are not the same. Our satin finishes are similar... -
September 4, 2020, 08:54 PM
Thread: New SabrinaX
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Re: New SabrinaX
There are 6 colors available for SabrinaX -
Standard Colors - Carbon, Quartz, and Galaxy Gray
Upgrade Colors - Crimson Satin, Diamond Black, Ivory
Wilson Audio - SabrinaX
At this time we do... -
September 1, 2020, 11:20 AM
Thread: New SabrinaX
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Re: New SabrinaX
Distance apart is a relationship based on room and listening position. Wilson speakers are typically positioned at an ear to tweeter listening distance that is roughly 1.0-1.25 times tweeter to...
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August 30, 2020, 10:16 AM
Thread: New SabrinaX
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Re: New SabrinaX
Thank you for you well considered thoughts on our speakers. It's always interesting to see what consumers think could improve the Wilson product line. We always take feedback seriously.
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August 26, 2020, 12:40 PM
Thread: Audio Research Has Been Sold
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Re: Audio Research Has Been Sold
Yes. Warren Gehl is a key a part of ARC. Trent would not have gone forward without him and a number of other critical people.
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August 15, 2020, 02:48 AM
Thread: MAGICO M9’s
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Re: MAGICO M9’s
Adding an additional valid product in this range adds to the credibility of those already there. Best of success Mike. We all win with this introduction.
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July 5, 2020, 01:09 AM
Thread: My RoomPlay Reference sound room
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Re: My RoomPlay Reference sound room
I left in the early 80's and worked with Christopher Hansen until I came back to open the Ft Lauderdale Sound Components store in 1984.
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July 4, 2020, 12:26 PM
Thread: My RoomPlay Reference sound room
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Re: My RoomPlay Reference sound room
It wasn't only clients before your later retail and RoomPlay days. I remember the first time we met - you walked into Sound Components on the Circle and set up the MG-IIs. To this day, that...
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June 14, 2020, 12:03 AM
Thread: Whispers of a Magico M9 Coming Soon?
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Re: Whispers of a Magico M9 Coming Soon?
Seriously? You have never heard nor do you have any indication of how this speaker will compare with the Xtreme. Yet you already have the answer. Are you serious? And you wonder why manufacturers...
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April 24, 2020, 01:21 AM
Thread: The Vendors Letter to Axpona
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Re: The Vendors Letter to Axpona
Well played.
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April 23, 2020, 08:42 PM
Thread: The Vendors Letter to Axpona
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Re: The Vendors Letter to Axpona
No doubt the proverbial rock and a hard place.
I found the proposed Fall move terribly ill-conceived. American show operators seem to have little awareness of/concern for the international audio... -
April 23, 2020, 12:22 AM
Thread: The Vendors Letter to Axpona
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Re: The Vendors Letter to Axpona
Sadly this is really simple. Unless Axpona can either make exhibitors whole or provide a show with promised results (not happening), there will not be another Axpona of any consequence.
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March 10, 2020, 02:45 AM
Thread: Axpona moves to August
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Re: Axpona moves to August
As of now, that show may also be cancelled.
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March 10, 2020, 02:21 AM
Thread: Greetings from Gator Land
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Re: Greetings from Gator Land
"If you ain't a Gator, you must be Gator Bait."
My wife (a second gen Gator) and I met at the Orange & Brew shortly after it opened when we were both students at UF. Back then it was a food plan... -
March 21, 2019, 12:21 AM
Thread: Axpona 2019
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Re: Axpona 2019
Here's an old trick from my early days attending CES Shows. On day 1, go to every room. Spend no more than 1 minute. Make note of those in which you would like to spend time. Allot the following 2...
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I or anyone interested should see if FEDEX offers a domestic "LAST MINUTE RATE" for shipping heavy items within CONUS. Have no clue at this point - but when I have some time, I'll check. ...
Shipping Overseas 498 pounds w/3...