I've been to Elliot's several times and always felt welcomed, if not expected. He's one of the nicest persons you'll ever meet and his ears are among the best in the business.
I, too, remember his shop on Ventura and felt like I was intruding, at first, at his home, but now I look forward to any time I get to go and listen. I auditioned my Tonian Labs at his place and spent quite a bit of time there before committing and never felt rushed. He even brought them over to my place and set them up for me.
I've brought over gear for him to listen to when he has the time and appreciated his feedback. He's a rare breed nowadays.
If you're ever there, check out his Remington sculpture.
I, too, remember his shop on Ventura and felt like I was intruding, at first, at his home, but now I look forward to any time I get to go and listen. I auditioned my Tonian Labs at his place and spent quite a bit of time there before committing and never felt rushed. He even brought them over to my place and set them up for me.
I've brought over gear for him to listen to when he has the time and appreciated his feedback. He's a rare breed nowadays.
If you're ever there, check out his Remington sculpture.