I was thinking that Canberra is small enough for all of us to get around here. Why not try a kind of progressive dinner arrangement where we take it in turns to have a listen to each other's systems and music?
Obviously this needs to be opt in and by agreement ...
Just an idea. Timing etc could be anything that works. A season appropriate catering arrangement is an option too.
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Posted 21 September 2011 - 08:15 PM
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 21 September 2011 - 10:16 PM
I reckon it' a great idea, petacat. I hope you get some willing Canberrians.
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Posted 22 September 2011 - 05:59 AM
We have something similar here in Brisbane.
It is mostly a morning-afternoon type get-together run by the Queensland Audio Club.
Dinner may be a better option because everybody knows that hi-fi sounds better at night..........
It is mostly a morning-afternoon type get-together run by the Queensland Audio Club.
Dinner may be a better option because everybody knows that hi-fi sounds better at night..........
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Posted 27 September 2011 - 09:28 PM
Sounds like an awesome idea. I better start tuning my system!
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Posted 29 September 2011 - 02:36 PM
Anyone from the ACT area?
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That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 29 September 2011 - 11:03 PM
Count me in on the idea. I'm in the ACT area.
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Posted 30 September 2011 - 06:15 PM
I think Bronal is in as well ... a couple more and it is a goer ...
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 15 October 2011 - 09:50 AM
Sounds interesting - prefer afternoon tea/light drinks.
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Posted 19 October 2011 - 08:03 AM
I think this is a great idea. Count me in.
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Posted 19 October 2011 - 05:47 PM
How about Saturday 12 November and we start it at my place in Kaleen?
A late afternoon (4 PM) start and wind up around 6 PM?
I will PM my address to those who are coming.
A late afternoon (4 PM) start and wind up around 6 PM?
I will PM my address to those who are coming.
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 19 October 2011 - 05:52 PM
Hey Peta, like your signature
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Posted 20 October 2011 - 06:49 AM
Sounds good.
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Posted 25 November 2011 - 03:17 PM
There was one person for 12 November who let me know so I will try a different way. Let see if there is some interest in having an end of year event. I am proposing something specific so that we do not have a lot of backward and forward posting.
On Saturday 17 December from 3PM until we want to finish, I will make my place available for anyone who wants to have a look/listen to what I have (inner North side). If those who come along want we can progress to other places in subsequent events (months apart, I suspect). BYO drinks and there will be something to snack on. Low key and convivial.
Just reply to this and I will pass on the address or e-mail to peta@petaguy.info (preferred).
What will we do? Listen to music that people bring along and talk about things that we are interested in ... test ideas and all that kind of thing. And enjoy the conversation.
On Saturday 17 December from 3PM until we want to finish, I will make my place available for anyone who wants to have a look/listen to what I have (inner North side). If those who come along want we can progress to other places in subsequent events (months apart, I suspect). BYO drinks and there will be something to snack on. Low key and convivial.
Just reply to this and I will pass on the address or e-mail to peta@petaguy.info (preferred).
What will we do? Listen to music that people bring along and talk about things that we are interested in ... test ideas and all that kind of thing. And enjoy the conversation.
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 25 November 2011 - 05:29 PM
I hope you get it off the ground petacat and that it happens. I know if I was up your way I'd certainly have my hand up to come along, enjoy some tunes, have a good chat and enjoy a couple of beverages as well.
Cheers,
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Posted 25 November 2011 - 07:23 PM
Indeed Keith. That is the idea behind it. You are a yellow person now!
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 25 November 2011 - 08:19 PM
Sounds like a good idea to me. One suggestion. If organising, get people who want to come to PM their phone and talk first. Just a sensible precaution before giving out an address where people know there are things that might be worth stealing.
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Posted 25 November 2011 - 09:03 PM
It matters less if what you have is not worth stealing and it is Canberra ... we have crime here too. Last week they caught someone skateboarding on the wrong side of the footpath tut tut.
and it is Canberra ... we have crime here too. Last week they caught someone skateboarding on the wrong side of the footpath tut tut.
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 09 December 2011 - 06:34 PM
Not enough interest so cancelled. Might try another time or just leave it to others.
My system consists of a seemingly random set of devices that are totally unsatisfactory for their intended purpose.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
That is until I listen to something else and prefer what I already have.
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Posted 15 May 2012 - 07:28 PM
Hi petacat,
just joined the forum. Posted my system on the showcase thread. I live in Canberra and I regularly get together (say every 4-5 weeks) with about 10 friends and we listen to different music. We rotate the place we meet so everyone gets to host. We get to play about 15-20 minutes of music, interspersed with nibbles, wine, dinner and conversation. Every second get together we have a theme such as 'meaning of life', 'protest songs', 'food', '3 degrees of separation', etc. It's realy enjoyable and a fantastic way to broaden your music appreciation. I've been exposed to so many different artists that I wouldn't normally have had the opportunity.
Generally, the quality of the system is secondary to the music, but lately a few of us have been upgrading our systems to improve the overall enjoyment.
So far we've had about 47 get togethers...called DUMAS (DUffy Music Appreciation Society)...and the next one is no. 48 with the theme..."48".
Cheers
Peach
just joined the forum. Posted my system on the showcase thread. I live in Canberra and I regularly get together (say every 4-5 weeks) with about 10 friends and we listen to different music. We rotate the place we meet so everyone gets to host. We get to play about 15-20 minutes of music, interspersed with nibbles, wine, dinner and conversation. Every second get together we have a theme such as 'meaning of life', 'protest songs', 'food', '3 degrees of separation', etc. It's realy enjoyable and a fantastic way to broaden your music appreciation. I've been exposed to so many different artists that I wouldn't normally have had the opportunity.
Generally, the quality of the system is secondary to the music, but lately a few of us have been upgrading our systems to improve the overall enjoyment.
So far we've had about 47 get togethers...called DUMAS (DUffy Music Appreciation Society)...and the next one is no. 48 with the theme..."48".
Cheers
Peach
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Posted 16 October 2012 - 10:55 AM
Hi petacat,
just joined the forum. Posted my system on the showcase thread. I live in Canberra and I regularly get together (say every 4-5 weeks) with about 10 friends and we listen to different music. We rotate the place we meet so everyone gets to host. We get to play about 15-20 minutes of music, interspersed with nibbles, wine, dinner and conversation. Every second get together we have a theme such as 'meaning of life', 'protest songs', 'food', '3 degrees of separation', etc. It's realy enjoyable and a fantastic way to broaden your music appreciation. I've been exposed to so many different artists that I wouldn't normally have had the opportunity.
Generally, the quality of the system is secondary to the music, but lately a few of us have been upgrading our systems to improve the overall enjoyment.
So far we've had about 47 get togethers...called DUMAS (DUffy Music Appreciation Society)...and the next one is no. 48 with the theme..."48".
Cheers
Peach
Hi, I am an international student from Vietnam. I am studying in ANU, so I am Canberra now. In Vietnam, I have a system consist of DIY tube and Harbeth speakers. I listen mostly to classical music through turntable. Glad to hear that there is a DUMAS here in Canberra.
Cheers
Truong
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Posted 31 October 2012 - 08:23 PM
Hey guys sounds like a great idea...let me know if there is still interest in this...I'd love to be involved...cheers, Andy
