New Krispy Audio Store!!

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

I'm excited to announce the brand new Krispy Audio HQ!

 

Located in Berowra NSW, it's been 3 years in planning (long story). We took the keys early Sept, then single-handedly fit it out including constructing some of the furniture and all of the acoustic panels/treatment. That's taken 4 months just to get to here, and I'm sure this will still evolve indefinitely.The aim was to create a warm, home-like experience with less emphasis on product bombardment, and more on the whole musical experience. 

 

Some of you have already visited, but I'm going to host an official opening on Saturday 10th Feb from 3-8pm. Due to space limitations this will be invite only at this stage pending confirmed numbers. But alas, we are open for business right now and available almost every day by appointment for a look/listen. We will be offering some fantastic specials on opening day, so stand by for these offers shortly. 

 

I want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you, whether you've been a customer or not, because it's your support and enthusiasm that has enabled this to happen. The best moments for me are when I see you smile, shake your head in disbelief, or even cry as a result of a demo or something I've supplied that has enriched your life. It's such a great reward for all the effort. 

Edited January 15, 2018 by Krispy Audio

[metal beat 19,694]

awesome Cam!!   looks so in another world than what I saw last year.

 

I hope you don't have any blankets at the store, as you may not want to go home 

 

Going to have to drop over and have a listen to them wonderful Oswalds and play Galaga.

Edited January 13, 2018 by metal beat

[sir sanders zingmore 12,120]

Wow! That looks good. 

Will certainly visit next time I'm in town 

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

Ha yes it's come a long way! Here's an early pic for everyone. This place used to be a gym. My kids were quick to claim the stretching bar as a skateboard grind bar!! 

[scuzzii 6,449]

looks great Cameron.  Well done

Edited January 13, 2018 by scuzzii

[PKay 2,205]

Looks great - will have to make a detour next time I am heading North.

[Raffinator 486]

Looks great - I need a new “happy place” to visit.

 

My wallet might not like it... [emoji6]

[SPR08Y 507]

Sensational Cam. Enjoyed my last visit and looking forward to the next! 

[Wimbo 2,401]

Sweet as Cam. As my sons would say. Good to see the Sotas out.

[Litespeed 147]

Great stuff Cam. Look forward to visiting soon.

[firefly0071 242]

Show us the coffee machine!

[colinm1 887]

loosing too many good retail stores

great to see this 

loved your service in the past and hope to do more buying in the future

[betty boop 15,807]

wow ! nice space great to see krispy HQ ! 

 

dont often get nsw way, but hopefully one day get to visit  

[qwerter 656]

Looks good, Cameron. Will definitely visit!

[LogicprObe 7,678]

 

I don't get up that way very often but I'll have to make a point to call in when I do!

[Ancientflatulence 1,572]

I usually dislike people using the term "space" to describe a room but that is what you have there ................. a wonderful, beautifully assembled, inspiring space ............. it also looks home like and inviting .......... top marks ..........

Edited January 13, 2018 by Ancientflatulence

[analog brother 2,075]

hi cameron,

 

great to see your concept come to fruition.

looks fantastic! 

love the vpi array.

all the best of luck to you and your family in the next phase of your venture.

 

[dwbasement 4,854]

Genius loci!!!

[Milo 284]

Looks good Cam, the most inviting room of a store that I have seen!

[unclemack 3,300]

Really cool Cameron. Well done mate. So spacious! Could fit some serious speakers in there!

[muzzagruzz 803]

Congratulations Cameron, looks brilliant. Wishing you every success with it. 

 

Cheers 

 

laurie 

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

Thanks for all the encouragement guys, it's great to hear! 

 

There's quite a few build pics on my Instagram and Facebook:

https://www.instagram.com/krispyaudio/

https://www.facebook.com/krispykables/

[Willco 1,957]

Go Cam!!!

--Long may you Reign! Kudos and keep up the great work and service 

 

Willco

[gz76 572]

That OMA rack looks awesome!

 

How do you manage to stuff so much gear in it yet have so little cable mess?

 

? 

[ABG 2,540]

On 1/13/2018 at 11:16 PM, Ancientflatulence said:

I usually dislike people using the term "space" to describe a room but that is what you have there ................. a wonderful, beautifully assembled, inspiring space ............. it also looks home like and inviting .......... top marks ..........

x2.  Looks superb Cam.  An absolute credit to you.  Well done!  

[Rob181 3,197]

Outstanding...will come for a listen...now that I am a temp NSWelshman...

That reminds me...have a couple more cables to send for the Cam touch....

Don't want them returned Krispy thank you...

Now the proud owner of a (used) Esoteric amp...

So I guess I have joined the club...well sort of...

[JSmith 1,949]

On ‎13‎/‎01‎/‎2018 at 1:21 PM, Krispy Audio said:

Located in Berowra NSW

Great spot, nice set-up there... will have to pop in sometime.

 

JSmith

[the sound of Tao 113]

Big thanks for the tunes and all the hospitality yesterday Cam... your new shop is looking and sounding amazing, just love it.

 

The Esoteric + Bespoke + 300B + OMA horns is OMAgawd good and same with your coffee. Just got the Genelecs powered up and all is sweet with the music... good luck with it all.

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

On 13/01/2018 at 4:11 PM, firefly0071 said:

Show us the coffee machine!

Happily! Like the hifi system, my coffee setup is always evolving. Already got sights on another lever machine  

 

Behind the scenes is a Green Bean coffee roaster. I'm roasting single origin predominantly from Ethiopia, but will be adding some variety so I can offer anyone a selection of regions to select from. That brings me to the grinder...

 

I picked up a Mazzer Major which was ex-cafe. It hadn't been used in about a decade. It was in bad shape so I pulled it down. I thought whilst it was apart I may as well have it sandblasted and 2-pack painted (Holden Captiva pearlescent black). New burrs were installed. With my relatively low usage, grind retention was a concern so I replaced the doser with the funnel. I weigh the dose before grinding (hence the scales and test tube caddy), this way I can rotate beans and keep my doses fairly consistent. 

 

Machines - I alternate between the ECM Giotto and Elektra Micro Casa Leva. The ECM is great if I need to get through a few coffees quickly, but my heart belongs to the lever machine.

 

I like to use Reg Barber tampers and just ordered a naked portafilter for the Elektra. 

 

The coffee sack frames above are actually 50mm thick acoustic panels I framed with maple timber, so offer a dual purpose! 

 

Edited January 19, 2018 by Krispy Audio

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

Bit more information on the new room! 

 

https://www.soundstageaustralia.com/index.php/news/118-krispy-audio-opens-new-showroom-in-sydney 

 

[muzzagruzz 803]

Had an enjoyable time at Mr Krispy’s new store last Saturday.  Fantastic room that is comfortable, spacious and excellent for the demonstration of audio equipment.  It’s how a demonstration room should be - simple and elegant with a variety of gear to demo easily. 

 

A highlight was seeing a VPI Prime Signature in the flesh.  Gorgeous gloss  finish on the plinth - superb. Cameron had some vinyl playing on another VPI Prime with a Hana MC cart - lovely. 

 

Oh yes, the coffee was pretty darn good too. 

 

Thanks for the hospitality, Cameron. Wish you every success with the new store.  Don’t forget that if my numbers come up, I’ll be on the phone to order that VPI Classic Direct Drive. 

[PKay 2,205]

What is the coffee roaster?

[Kaynin 3,777]

On 18/01/2018 at 11:59 AM, Krispy Audio said:

Happily! Like the hifi system, my coffee setup is always evolving. Already got sights on another lever machine  

 

Behind the scenes is a Green Bean coffee roaster. I'm roasting single origin predominantly from Ethiopia, but will be adding some variety so I can offer anyone a selection of regions to select from. That brings me to the grinder...

 

I picked up a Mazzer Major which was ex-cafe. It hadn't been used in about a decade. It was in bad shape so I pulled it down. I thought whilst it was apart I may as well have it sandblasted and 2-pack painted (Holden Captiva pearlescent black). New burrs were installed. With my relatively low usage, grind retention was a concern so I replaced the doser with the funnel. I weigh the dose before grinding (hence the scales and test tube caddy), this way I can rotate beans and keep my doses fairly consistent. 

 

Machines - I alternate between the ECM Giotto and Elektra Micro Casa Leva. The ECM is great if I need to get through a few coffees quickly, but my heart belongs to the lever machine.

 

I like to use Reg Barber tampers and just ordered a naked portafilter for the Elektra. 

 

The coffee sack frames above are actually 50mm thick acoustic panels I framed with maple timber, so offer a dual purpose! 

 

 

Why two tampers?

[Rob181 3,197]

8 hours ago, Kaynin said:

Why two tampers

Balanced outputs...

[Raffinator 486]

So is it a HiFi store that gives coffee, or a cafe that has HiFi equipment for sale?

Either works for me [emoji846]

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

Balanced tamping lol. Nah 2 tampers because the Elektra MCaL on the left has a 49mm basket, and the Giotto has an E61 group with 58mm basket. The roasting machine isn't pictured, I use a Green Bean roaster. Just roasted some Costa Rican beans (something new for me) and may blend with my regular Ethiopian single origin. 

 

I've since sold the Giotto, in the next few weeks I'm hoping the next machine will here (most likely a Profitec Pro 800 lever).

[markm1111 636]

Bit of a delay on the posting, but just a quick thanks to Cameron for his hospitality on Saturday afternoon. Coffee was excellent, but it was the sound of those horns that had me a bit fixated. Could listen to them for hours. The layout was very relaxed, with some very enticing items of equipment on display. Good luck with the venture Cameron.

[gz76 572]

Yes, OMA have a very interesting background and approach to sound. Any chance you're planning a tour to Melbourne with their speakers @Krispy Audio ? Would love to have a listen, for consideration.

 

[Krispy Audio 2,541]

Hmmm possibly. I'll be down for the Australian Hifi and AV Show on 19th Oct and there's a good chance I'll bring these down with me. If that's too far away and you're wanting to do something sooner, I wonder if I can entice you to make the trip up here? 

[joz 5,671]

8 hours ago, Krispy Audio said:

Balanced tamping lol. Nah 2 tampers because the Elektra MCaL on the left has a 49mm basket, and the Giotto has an E61 group with 58mm basket. The roasting machine isn't pictured, I use a Green Bean roaster. Just roasted some Costa Rican beans (something new for me) and may blend with my regular Ethiopian single origin. 

 

I've since sold the Giotto, in the next few weeks I'm hoping the next machine will here (most likely a Profitec Pro 800 lever).

Give the Costa Ricans a bit longer to settle, they can be a abit bright if drinking early.

Should be an interesting combo with the East African.

Any info on the Green Bean Roaster, I'm after a sample roaster that does more than a couple of hundred grams.