What is new with the Memory Player?

I don't know if this would be possible, but we could ask. I will be in N.Y within a month so it may be possible to do a shootout then. But lets do it this way, instead of making the units just transports, let them go head to head as the transport and dac. All the post that I have seen thus far only uses the MP as a transport. This is my last post on this subject. If you would like to speak more on this subject, my phone number is listed on our website. Until NY, have fun listening.

I'd say that sounds more than fair and reasonable, he's even coming to New York, couldn't get any closer.

Agree, Steve Nugent should check this out too, he's the other genius wizard with computer based music.

Getting these guys together would be great.

It would be great for those who could attend. How about the RMAF?

Vinlorjazz,
I happen to be in San francisco right now on a trip. Would it be possible to arrange an audition of your equipment in the next few days? Bob Aranyi

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