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Thanks to John and his crew at Audio Connections

in Verona, NJ. They hosted a class act event yesterday with Richard Vandersteen. It was an awesome experience. Everyone was just gracious and we all had a fun time listening to the 5's and the 7's. It was all through Ayre gear, although the 7'd did run the AR ref pre with Ayre monoblocks. All AQ cableing. The front end on the 5's was the Ayre C5. It was an awesome time for us all. The best sound I've ever heard was from the 7's with the vinyl (not sure what he was using). I've heard most of the exotic's in their best settings and this was by far the most musical and listenable. I do wish that Richard's amps were ready and that we could have heard them, but hopefully in the near future that will happen.

I have become friends with John, who is into health and wellness as much, if not more than I am. He just gets it and wants everyone to enjoy their music. He's into that more than the gear, so that's really neat for me. Just a wonderful experience that I hope all of you get to enjoy at YOUR local (it's a 3 hour drive and worth it) brick and mortar shop.
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tonyjack
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The Musical Surroundings Seminar was great at Audio Connection today. I couldn't stay long but had a great time while there. John and his crew are a rare breed indeed. Ctsooner, next time you're in, hopefully you can meet some of the "regulars" that are devotees of John Rutan. Really is a special place with fine sounding, tried and true brands including Vandersteen, Magnepan, Audio Research, Ayre, Aesthetix,Quicksilver, Bryston, Rogue,Cary, NAD,Basis,ProAc, VPI,B&W,Rega, etc. Can't remember them all even though I have quite a few myself. The staff there can really help you reach "Audio Nirvana" and you'll be very happy, but up all night listening to your system. And now, back to my Quicksilvers!!
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jafant
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Thanks! for sharing. Yes, support your local B&M shop(s).
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ctsooner OP
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LOL.....Its ironic as I was close to the owner of Ocean State Audio back in the day. I have three pair of Proacs I'm selling off and a Quickie full service pre and silver monos with a ton of top line MIT cabling. Even a Krell DAC, lol. John will help me out so I can take what I get and put it towards my Vandy Treo's. Hopefully I can get everything sold pretty quickly. I will be trying to get down there next week maybe even during the week. I have a cousin who lives in Verona which is kind of neat.
bjesien
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I'm not related to John but have to say he is a good guy. I bought a speaker from a client of his a few years back and he was eager to give advice and trouble shoot an issue for me. There wasn't even any money in it for him. A+++
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Bjesien, I found the same thing. When I met him he took the time to help knowing full well that I was just kicking tires. He had no idea that I was about to sell all of my gear (three full systems of high end) and start over. There are still a few John's out there and they are scattered all over the country and we are lucky to have them. This is why I try and support my local (or at least within a 3 hour drive) stores.
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