A tribute to Roger Sanders and Innersound


I'm hoping, Audiogon approves this thread for all to read. I feel it is my duty and obligation to give credit deserved to Roger Sanders of Innersound. His genius, accomplishments, and generosity is an immense gift to this industry.

I have had the pleasure to speak with Roger on several occasions for the last 6 months. He has taught me more about audio, in a few hours of conversation, that I have learned from others throughout my whole life. I have even called him, just to ask a few simple questions, and it ended up being a learning experience for me, that sometimes lasted for an hour or two. This man knows his stuff, gives you genuine information, and is willing to share it with anyone who is interested.

As far as the audio gear he designs and sells, it is just simply fanastic. I have owned and listened to a substantial amount of high end audio gear in my life, but until I auditioned the Innersound EROS, xover amp, and ESL amp, it was the first time I had goose bumps in a long long time. That night, every single piece of gear I own, including cables, was put up for sale. I have now sold all my old gear, and are waiting for a last component to arrive. It doesn't even bother me that I have no tunes at this time, because I know when my Innersound system is complete, I finally achieved audio bliss.

I find it interesting, that if you search the classifieds at all of the audio sites, you will find virtually no Innersound gear for sale at all! I'm not sure why this is, but figure that people are just not aware of Innersound. I have spoken to many Innersound owners, and one thing is for sure, they are not parting with their gear, unless upgrading. I would urge anyone interested, to give the Innersound stuff a listen. I'm almost feeling sorry for the ones who haven't.

I would also hope that other Innersound owners, who happen to stumble acrss this thread, add their two cents for the unfortunate ones, who dont have this gear!!
sfrounds
I have been long interested in this gear. Customer service is very important to me. This type of endorsement behooves me to to priortize an audition. Thank you all for sharing, you help us all.
Being an InnerSound fan and customer, I found this thread so much fun to read - and it just feels good to just read it.
But, small companies need more than verbal support.

I sincerely hope that everyone can get out there and put some money where their mouths are!

I currently own a pair of ISIS, all my IC's and cables are Innersound and my next step is to look into his new tube amp coming out. If I had a bigger place, I'd be looking at the EROS MKIII's. When I move, I'm gettin' some!
Thanks for a wonderful thread,
AJ
Here are the differences between the Eros Mk II/Mk 3 (and soon the Isis/Isis Mk 3): (straight from Roger)

1) InnerSound has developed a new type of composite electrostatic panel.
This type of construction produces a panel made with diamond-routed slots.
It looks better.
It has greater efficiency (98 dB instead of 96 dB).
The panel has perfect insulation, so it cannot be damaged by the amplifier.
It needs NO protective circuitry.
It is immune to humidity.
Dirt, dust, and bugs don't bother it.
It makes no extraneous noise.

2) The new electrostatic panel is patented.

3) The new electrostatic panel is so reliable that it comes with a lifetime
guarantee.

4) The woofer grill is now cloth instead of perforated steel.

5) The new speakers come with the customer's choice of wood or black
aluminum trim at no additional charge.

6) The new price of the Eros Mk 3 is $7,995 (includes two speakers,
crossover, and 600 watt/channel bass amplifier).

7) The new price of the Isis Mk 3is $3,995.

8) The new price of the Passive Eros Mk 3 (made like the Mk 3 but with
passive crossovers instead of electronic crossovers) is $4,995.

I can email you a picture if you like.
AJ
I also own a pair of Eros MKII speakers from Roger, and I cannot agree more with the above comments. Nor can I really add anything substantive to them.

All I can say -- being a new audio enthiusiast -- is WOW!!

Roger, keep up the great work. You'll be hearing from me when I upgrade my amp and preamp.