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[JohnA]

Attended a small GTG at Jaspert's place today. Met a few new people drove a porsche boxter. Thanks again Keith for making my choice in a new car even harder now.
Great music, food and company yet again. Always enjoy my time at Jaspert's.

Here are some pics from today

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[JohnA]

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[JohnA]

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[JohnA]

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[kunalraiker]

so much gear,what for

[Full Range]

Looks like a great day was held by all
I have a question?
1) How is it possible to keep quiet & stop asking questions especialy when the music is playing
2) Who was the worst culprit on the day

Nice bit of gear Jaspert

FR

[dirty]

Great photo's John,

A small review on the gear used is forthcoming I hope.

Looks like a sensational setup. I hope the day was enjoyed by all.

dirty.

[cheekyboy]

Yes thanks Jasper for a great day again mate. Plenty of food, good music with heaps of hi fi gear and especially turntables [what more could you ask for?] I got to finally catch up with a couple of SNAers for the first time and it's always good to finally put a face to a name. It's the first time I've heard Jasper's new horn high efficiency loudspeakers and they sound sensational, a very lush, rich sound which I think also has a lot to do with the bank of tube amps driving them.
I took some pics too but only of the equipment and John has posted plenty of them already.

Cheers,

Keith

[caddisgeek]

Wow, thanks for sharing guys. Always good to see pic's of the GTG's, so us country cousins can live vicariously through you city slickers

[cheekyboy]

Here's one Steve I took of Jasper's gear, but not up to the standard of John's camera...........very busy up front with all the tube amps and of course that beautiful Garrard 301.

[jaspert]

Thanks JohnA for taking the pics and both Keith for bringing some food.

It was good to have you guys and the others around for a few hours today, a few guys for the first time while others returned to check out the more recent system changes.

My room is pretty small and has only one seat that really works sound wise so it was a musical chair thing. Hopefully most had a brief taste of the setup.

We listened to Micro Seki RX 5000 turntable with Phantom II/Octofon MC-A90 mostly on the day with the occasional spin with FR-64s/FR-7f ( both with Allnic H1500SE CLR phono) and Micro Seik MAX-237/AT-33PTG ( K&K Phono). Some played their CDs with Sony SCD777ES transport feeding Satch Max NOS dac.


The day went pretty smoothly, no blown tube/drivers, broken cartridge on the day... And i even managed to clean up the dishes/place before the wife & kids came back. SWMBO was pretty impressed.

I took a few pics too.

Edited by jaspert, 11 April 2011 - 05:55 PM.

[caddisgeek]

Here's one Steve I took of Jasper's gear, but not up to the standard of John's camera...........very busy up front with all the tube amps and of course that beautiful Garrard 301.

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I was going to mention the 301, absolutley spectacular

[Yamaha Man]

Wicked photos and great looking setup. Sorry I couldn't make it mate but I guess it's my loss.

[Paul Spencer]

It was good to meet some new faces and a few old ones as well .... lol

Thanks for putting on an enjoyable afternoon Jasper! I don't think you have enough turntables!

[3G_]

Is that the T500a MII tweeter? If so what are your thoughts.

Are they Yamaha 6681's sitting on the floor not getting used?

Beautiful setup there, i bet it was singing beautifully.

[jaspert]

It was good to meet some new faces and a few old ones as well .... lol

Thanks for putting on an enjoyable afternoon Jasper! I don't think you have enough turntables!

Quoting yourself from another thread. Good to see you today.

Some people suffer from addictions, I quite enjoy them!

[jaspert]

Is that the T500a MII tweeter? If so what are your thoughts.

Are they Yamaha 6681's sitting on the floor not getting used?

Beautiful setup there, i bet it was singing beautifully.

More refined and extended top when compared to Coral H-100 tweeter. Integral part of the system sound now and driven by my 45 SET amp currently.

Thinking of trying 4 ways with the Yamaha 6681/425hz horn doing 1200hz and up to
the tweeter since i have them there. Probably a bad idea with drivers integration issue in the room.

Thanks.The system sounds quite enjoyable tuned to my ears/preference atm.

How's your Le Cleach horn project going? Still research phase?

[jaspert]

Wicked photos and great looking setup. Sorry I couldn't make it mate but I guess it's my loss.

One day Joe...

[3G_]

If you ever decide to sell the yammies let me know. My Project is designed and templates are made. There is an extensive thread on diyaudio if interested.

Should be making dust by next week:-)

[Whatmore]

Sorry I missed this. Turned out I was in town anyway but laid low by a nasty 'flu thing.
Next time Jasper

[monaro8]

Here's a PM I sent to Jasper this morning...I don't think he will mind me showing it here:

Jasper,

thanks so much for the invite, sorry I had to go early.

Food was great as was your hospitality.

Very very nice gear too...I can see you put many hours into your system and it is truely amazing. I'm glad I got a chance to see/hear it at last after seeing your pics.

Two funny moments I remember:

1. when I asked you which amplifier you were playing...you then said ALL of them...Ha! Ha! Silly me!

2. when you were in the kitchen chatting and I put on one of your Chinese CD's...I said to the guys "let's see how long it will take for Jasper to come into the room"...about 15 seconds!!!

It was also good to meet Fatgen...I asked him to give my Cary amp back but he now wants $20,000 for it...Ha Ha.

Hope to catch up again in the future...keep up the good work.

Cheers...Vanch

It was great to meet others too...the 2 famous Keith's ie Keith W and cheekyboy Keith, Paul Spencer (2nd time) thanks for the open baffle and bass traps tips, JohnA taking happy snaps everywhere (you didn't get me in any...OK then, be like that, David and Fatgen and, and??
Oh bugger! my memory cells have faded...Allan?

Anyways, it's unbelieveable how much hi fi one can fit into a small room.

Jasper, don't forget to update your home insurance mate...something like this:

Home Building cover...Sum Insured $500,000
Special Hi Fi cover.....Sum Insured $800,000

Thanks again, restraint shown with the volume control this time, I did touch a couple of your turntables while your back was turned and I'm sure the drool will wipe off the valve amps with some Spray & Wipe..

Cheers...Vanch

[jaspert]

so much gear,what for

Because i can.

Looks like a great day was held by all
I have a question?
1) How is it possible to keep quiet & stop asking questions especialy when the music is playing
2) Who was the worst culprit on the day

Nice bit of gear Jaspert

FR

As with most GTG, most of it will be chit chat and outside of the room in this case. All well behaved on the day.

Great photo's John,

A small review on the gear used is forthcoming I hope.

Looks like a sensational setup. I hope the day was enjoyed by all.

dirty.

I hope it was enjoyable for all.

[jaspert]

Sorry I missed this. Turned out I was in town anyway but laid low by a nasty 'flu thing.
Next time Jasper

No worries Trevor. Another time and get well soon.

[jaspert]

Here's a PM I sent to Jasper this morning...I don't think he will mind me showing it here:

Jasper,

thanks so much for the invite, sorry I had to go early.

Food was great as was your hospitality.

Very very nice gear too...I can see you put many hours into your system and it is truely amazing. I'm glad I got a chance to see/hear it at last after seeing your pics.

Two funny moments I remember:

1. when I asked you which amplifier you were playing...you then said ALL of them...Ha! Ha! Silly me!

2. when you were in the kitchen chatting and I put on one of your Chinese CD's...I said to the guys "let's see how long it will take for Jasper to come into the room"...about 15 seconds!!!

It was also good to meet Fatgen...I asked him to give my Cary amp back but he now wants $20,000 for it...Ha Ha.

Hope to catch up again in the future...keep up the good work.

Cheers...Vanch

It was great to meet others too...the 2 famous Keith's ie Keith W and cheekyboy Keith, Paul Spencer (2nd time) thanks for the open baffle and bass traps tips, JohnA taking happy snaps everywhere (you didn't get me in any...OK then, be like that, David and Fatgen and, and??
Oh bugger! my memory cells have faded...Allan?

Anyways, it's unbelieveable how much hi fi one can fit into a small room.

Jasper, don't forget to update your home insurance mate...something like this:

Home Building cover...Sum Insured $500,000
Special Hi Fi cover.....Sum Insured $800,000

Thanks again, restraint shown with the volume control this time, I did touch a couple of your turntables while your back was turned and I'm sure the drool will wipe off the valve amps with some Spray & Wipe..

Cheers...Vanch

Good to see you Vanch.
I was expecting you to take control of the volume control and give it some on the day but you didn't...

Thanks for the reminder on the insurance, i have had repeated conversation with my
insurer's staff on the phone over the years that went like this :

" Are you a DJ? why are you still buying vinyl records?"

" What?! You spent so much on a record player!!"

Something like that anyway..

[lovetube]

Jasper.
congratulations . you did a great job on the system .
such as a small room and you manage to tune your system pretty well to suit it . the best sound I heard so far in your system .
once again I'm impress . by all means your investment is well returned .

Cheers
Duc

[Dr Good Vibe]

Jaspert has john A got a better shot of your cartridge case would like do a copy great idea.
To many TT get rid of that Micro as well.
For your health of course sure Keith would con-cour.

[jaspert]

Jasper.
congratulations . you did a great job on the system .
such as a small room and you manage to tune your system pretty well to suit it . the best sound I heard so far in your system .
once again I'm impress . by all means your investment is well returned .

Cheers
Duc

Duc,
Good to see you yesterday and hear your view.

Jaspert has john A got a better shot of your cartridge case would like do a copy great idea.
To many TT get rid of that Micro as well.
For your health of course sure Keith would con-cour.

Hi Doc,

I will take a few better pics of the acrylic cartridge case ( made by a friend) for you tonight and also another one made from recycled wine bottle box.
I know Keith W wants that Micro too so i would not take his advise on this occasion.

[JohnA]

well as always i had a great time.

I enjoyed the system. Jasper has done a great job and would have an even greater joy knowing he did the work. Well done mate. A system to be proud of.

I always enjoy going there, great food, great company and great food.
I am still cursing you Keith W

[Ian McP]

Jasper, thanks for the invite, great to see someone else who's a true believer in horns. Love the way they project the sound out in front of you.
Keep up the good work!
regards Ian

[tricka]

Great shots of a GTG from one of the nicest, and most audiophiliac, blokes on SNA - Jasper.

Lovely set up - and I have to say Jasper - you have balls the size of Guatemala taking on that horn project. Easy - it is not.

@John A - I reckon a Cayman R has your name on it mate!

[jaspert]

If you ever decide to sell the yammies let me know. My Project is designed and templates are made. There is an extensive thread on diyaudio if interested.

Should be making dust by next week:-)

I will keep that in mind. Will have a look on diyaudio. Having seen what you had done with your DIY turntable, i'm sure your speaker project will be spectacular when it's done.

[jaspert]

well as always i had a great time.

I enjoyed the system. Jasper has done a great job and would have an even greater joy knowing he did the work. Well done mate. A system to be proud of.

I always enjoy going there, great food, great company and great food.
I am still cursing you Keith W

Thanks John. Always having a car thing at my GTG when you are around. Last time it was me giving your GTi a blast and it's KW's Boxster this time.

Jasper, thanks for the invite, great to see someone else who's a true believer in horns. Love the way they project the sound out in front of you.
Keep up the good work!
regards Ian

Thanks Ian and nice to meet you.

Great shots of a GTG from one of the nicest, and most audiophiliac, blokes on SNA - Jasper.

Lovely set up - and I have to say Jasper - you have balls the size of Guatemala taking on that horn project. Easy - it is not.

@John A - I reckon a Cayman R has your name on it mate!

Most audiophiliac... probably true, nicest... not true. As for the horn, it's all been done before by others so i just followed along. Love it. If you ever visit Melb Andrew, PM me.

[Keith_W]

I am still cursing you Keith W

After finding a wet spot on the drivers seat I am still cursing you too

[JohnA]

After finding a wet spot on the drivers seat I am still cursing you too

it was the rain i tell you. Obviously i wasn't going fast enough.
Best you bring it over for an extended evaluation

[fatgen]

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Why so confussed, Jasper:)

[Paul Spencer]

After finding a wet spot on the drivers seat I am still cursing you too

BTW, interesting new avatar Keith, with the hidden fine print in red!

[rab]

Very sad to have missed this, but I had back-to-back prior commitments.

I am glad to hear that Vanch didn't blow your Corals.. err.. so to speak - with his like for ear bleeding volumes. As for the spray-and-wipe, you should insist that he wears gloves next time!

What a great day. Please keep me in mind for the next one.

ps: Great pics by John A!

[monaro8]

Hey Richard,

sorry you couldn't make it.

Yes, this time I was very well behaved.... I sat in Jasper's listening chair like a timid puppy, I got up to change a track on the CD player, then....like waving drugs in front of a junky, Jasper sits the "remote volume control" on the armrest within centimeters of my left hand.

Immediately, my fingers start twitching, persperation swelling on my upper lip, heart rate increasing...I look around, "is anyone watching", I reach for the control, gently feel it's contours with my fingers, stroke it a few times...my mind saying...."don't do it!! back off now...resist Vanch, be strong man, avoid the temptation"

Before I know it, my thumb is pressing the volume up button, be gentle, careful, what are you doing you 'fool'!!.

Jasper appears at my side, I look up sheepishly, then the words come out of my mouth without thinking..."How loud can I go?"

"WHAT!!!" You didn't really just ask that question????

Jasper replied, "It's up to you".

NO! That's what Richard said too just before I attempted to blow his roof off...

Somehow, I resisted, a mild increase of volume for a few minutes then backed of to normal listening levels. That's all the courage I could muster.

"Time for some pizza Vanch, get out of the chair...no harm done...This time.

All good fun again...thanks guys...

[jaspert]

Very sad to have missed this, but I had back-to-back prior commitments.

I am glad to hear that Vanch didn't blow your Corals.. err.. so to speak - with his like for ear bleeding volumes. As for the spray-and-wipe, you should insist that he wears gloves next time!

What a great day. Please keep me in mind for the next one.

ps: Great pics by John A!

A pity Richard. Will keep in touch.
Vanch was very tame on the day.

[Paul Spencer]

Vanch, one of these days I'll have a GTG and say to you "crank the volume, I dare ya!" .... after I've created my 100db monsters. It might be a bit like staring down the barrel of a tank, then being passed a remote control that fires the gun! I'll be wearing ear protection!

[jaspert]

Vanch, one of these days I'll have a GTG and say to you "crank the volume, I dare ya!" .... after I've created my 100db monsters. It might be a bit like staring down the barrel of a tank, then being passed a remote control that fires the gun! I'll be wearing ear protection!

Sounds like a challenge to you( building the thing) and Vanch....sooner rather than later Paul.

[jaspert]

Why so confussed, Jasper:)

Must be me trying to figure which switches to flick to use with tonearm/cartridges.. ..too many combinations..

[monaro8]

Vanch, one of these days I'll have a GTG and say to you "crank the volume, I dare ya!" .... after I've created my 100db monsters. It might be a bit like staring down the barrel of a tank, then being passed a remote control that fires the gun! I'll be wearing ear protection!

Careful Paul,

you could hit a nerve there...my fingers are twitching again!

Hope your system is V8 power coz when I put the "peddle to the metal" it'll register an 8.9 on the richter scale and completely swamp Tasmania. You'd better double up on those 'bass traps' mate and secure your house firmly to the foundations!!!!

[monaro8]

Sounds like a challenge to you( building the thing) and Vanch....sooner rather than later Paul.

Yeah Baby!!..."Build it and they will come"

[jaspert]

Jaspert has john A got a better shot of your cartridge case would like do a copy great idea.

Doc,

Here are some pics of the cartridge box which was gifted to me.





And a recycled wine box i made.