Axpona Chicago 2013: March 8-10

[MexicanDragon]

It's cool, I have 25 weeks to train for it. Also, last week in NYC I realized there's the magical thing called "taxis." It's brilliant. Chicago should look into 'em.

**BRENT**

[luvdunhill]

So, I'm thinking about taking the Amtrak from AA on Friday, and arriving in Chicago at 4pm. I wouldn't probably be up for the show that day, but dinner/drinks, etc. Then the show on Saturday and Sunday. Would that be a reasonable plan?

[jvlgato]

That sounds great! I plan on making the show for at least one day, and ought to be able to do dinner and drinks, as well! I already bought my tix.

Keep in mind that Union Station is in Chicago, while Axpona is by O'Hare. You'll have to decide if you want to stay closer to dinner/drinks or to audio. I also have a sofa and floorspace in my basement (which is where the A/V and beer is!). Not much of an offer, but the price is right!

Welcome to the Midwest, it's great to have you!

[morphsci]

Looks like Peter has a tumbling meet that weekend, so I am out.

[Aura]

^ Darn.

With Jim out, my guest bed is free. Marc - you want it?

[luvdunhill]

Cool! I'd love to take it. I've bought my plane ticket and at some point need to buy my show tickets.

[luvdunhill]

Forgot to post my travel details:

 

Arrive Friday, March 8 3:58pm at Union Station (via Amtrak)

Depart Monday, March 11 10:25am at Midway (via Southwest)

[Aura]

Anyone else have plans to join us? Looks like we have a 4 man crew for Saturday and Sunday – Mike G, John, Marc, and myself.

John and Mike G: how likely is it that you can or want to go to the show on Friday? If you want to pass, I think that'd be okay since Marc is arriving later. Maybe we can gather at my place?

Mike G: did you want to crash in Oak Park during the weekend, or any particular night?

Marc: on Friday, instead of Blue Line, take Green Line CTA towards Harlem and exit at Ridgeland. I'll pick you up from that stop whenever you arrive.

I think John is the only one who has actually bought tickets, so we need to remember to do that.

Edited February 9, 2013 by Aura

[jvlgato]

I doubt I can turn this into a whole weekend deal in light of my recent weekend trip. But I can probably plan on one long day of something. Maybe Sat afternoon and night? Or something along those lines ...

[Aura]

Any last takers on this? Less than a week to go. 

[deepak]

If anyone listens to the Daedalus speakers, can you post your impressions?

 

(website says they are on the 9th floor in the King Exhibit room)

[Aura]

Sure thing Pak. 

[Aura]

Here we go.

Starting at Audio Engine, John is interested. These really are tiny ass cabinets.

[Aura]

TEO Audio. Throwing a big soundstage here with lots of depth moreso than width.

Edited March 9, 2013 by Aura

[Aura]

Audio Note. I think these are too far into the corners. Midrange is decent.

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[Voltron]

TEO Audio. Throwing a big soundstage here with lots of depth moreso than width.

Needs Moar Toobz!

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[Aura]

Madisound. Not really listening, more a sales room and the rig is way quiet.

[Aura]

Deadalus in the Purity Audio. Playing some fucking smooth jazz and I refuse to give impressions off this shit.

[Aura]

Okay heard some other stuff in the Purity room and I'm underwhelmed. I'm not getting much warmth. Need to revisit, I think this can be better.

Edited March 9, 2013 by Aura

[Aura]

MBL room 1 of 3. Digging so far.

[Aura]

MBL 2 of 3. I think we skipped the middle and went straight to the top.

[Aura]

Mytek. Cool multichannel DSD and some recognizable amps that feel like they're crushing these Sony's.

[Aura]

Acoustic Zen. Big toobs in here.

[morphsci]

Fuck! I wish I was there to see the Mytek. Fucking real life!

[Aura]

Harbeth in the Decibel room.