View Full Version : Kegworth - so who's going?
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 09:31
I thought it might be a good idea to post this question free of any 'baggage'.
With the Wam and PFM in attendance, I feel it would be nice to show our support for our AoS members who are making the effort. I realise that it is a considerable trek for many members (although probably no worse than any other venue), but I for one will doing my damnedest to make it there, to meet Audio Al, Bencat, and anyone else who may be making the trip.
Marco - I only live about 130 miles from the venue, so no need for the private jet, but if the Brabster is still available (I believe that hen party have cancelled), that would be ideal. As long as you're wearing your chauffeur cap.
Who else will be likely to make the trip, as often these things can 'snowball' (oh if he's going, I will too). Similarly if my non-attendance would increase the numbers I'm prepared to bow out :(
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 09:57
hope u enjoy it steve.
Thanks Grant, I've already started doing the spadework (putting bins out, making cups of tea without being asked). Brownie points are every bit as valuable as air miles :)
hifinutt
21-02-2019, 09:58
All being well , I am going. There is always some great surprises
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 10:42
None of my friends have any real interest in things Hi Fi, so apart from my own stuff, the only systems I normally get to hear are ones put together by traders. It would be nice to hear some 'real world' set ups.
speedracer
21-02-2019, 10:55
Well I am going, with my buddy "Wizmax" from the Wam. He is putting a system together from vintage gear mainly, with a Rogers amp & speakers plus his Technics SP10/Encounter/Ortofon Rohmann & has kindly allowed me to add my 401/Jelco 750D/Highphonic MCR5 & Denon DL-102 mono to the mix. We thought it was a good idea to have two turntables as there are so few these days compared to all the digital based systems.
I've put it in my diary. Oh and for those wanting more info: https://www.thehifishow.com/
Audio Al
21-02-2019, 11:26
Look me up Steve if you want to too two 2 listen to too two 2 some old tat :D
E&EO :)
ovlov854
21-02-2019, 11:57
The venue is easy to find I went last year in the snow and should be there again this year.
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 12:21
Look me up Steve if you want to too two 2 listen to too two 2 some old tat :D
E&EO :)
Certainly will - I'm told you are the "go to" man for things pishanto. I may even bring you a cake! What do you like?
Firebottle
21-02-2019, 12:43
I will be there in the Lenco Heaven room, so there will be more turntables there.
It might be difficult to miss me, please introduce yourselves everyone :D
Audio Al
21-02-2019, 12:44
Certainly will - I'm told you are the "go to" man for things pishanto. I may even bring you a cake! What do you like?
Mr Kipling Manor house please :drool:
Audio Al
21-02-2019, 12:45
I will be there in the Lenco Heaven room, so there will be more turntables there.
It might be difficult to miss me, please introduce yourselves everyone :D
NOT if you ware your bright yellow trousers :D
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 12:51
Oh sorry Alan, didn't see you there, till you stood up
Firebottle
21-02-2019, 12:56
No standing required this time..........
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 13:03
:eek: Onesie alert!
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 13:16
I will be there in the Lenco Heaven room, so there will be more turntables there.
It might be difficult to miss me, please introduce yourselves everyone :D
Alan, I know you like "Toy" by Yello (I got it for Christmas, really good), well I also got "Convergence" by Malia and Boris Blank on vinyl. I'll bring it for you to give it a spin if you want.
Firebottle
21-02-2019, 16:23
I have heard it but don't have a copy. Yes please bring along.
I can play those Yello albums as well but mine with be digital file only ---- Sorry
On second thoughts not sorry at all i think they sound excellent on my active system , might be nice to contrast the differences just ask me if you visit my room . :grouphug:
Pigmy Pony
21-02-2019, 22:33
Vinyl vs digital - has that ever been done? :D Might be an interesting comparison Andrew, I'll bring a couple of albums :)
If you wear that outfit in your avatar, I'll buy the beers all day:eyebrows:
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
22-02-2019, 07:09
That was the plan, but first I needed to get the stains out - I don't want to be an embarrassment to AoS - so Anita put it on a boil wash. It has shrunken so badly that I will need to lose about six stones to fit in it. I'm trying my best, I no longer deep-fry my Weetabix, but with only three weeks to go I feel that time is not on my side :(
Audio Al
23-02-2019, 01:49
ONLY 4 EXHIBITOR ROOMS LEFT - BIG SYSTEM SPACES SOLD OUT - ONLY 2 NON EXHIBITOR ROOMS LEFT
Nearly full for 2019 :)
Just a heads up for those that do not frequent the Wam Forum it has been announced that the Room allocations will be done and released on 01/03 so anyone can see where to find those exhibiting and plan your day. Would also note for anyone who is showing a system that 28/02 is the last day they will be able to make a note of any changes to your system .You can still make the changes after that but they will not appear in the guide and layout brochure that gets given to visitors on the day .
Right for anyone interested the room allocations have been made for Kegworth . I will be in room 108 . If any visit and come to the room please introduce yourself and let me know your from AOS . I can guarantee I will forget all names given to me but for the time you are there it will make me pleased to know you made the effort. If you enjoy the system and the music let me know . If you dont then slink out the room quietly . Open invitation if you want to hear something specific either bring a CD (sorry not vinyl playback) or just ask me i may well have it on my hard drive .
Audio Al
02-03-2019, 04:08
Looks like I have been allocated room number 7 .
If you like old tat come and say U Hoo :D
ianlenco
02-03-2019, 09:13
I'll be in Room 18 with the Lenco Heaven crowd but will definitely pop along to the AoS rooms :)
George47
02-03-2019, 10:29
Just a few weeks to go chaps. And as an added incentive I have had a generous offer from Mike Valentine of Valentine music.
He has given me 5 free tracks including 3 x 24/192 of his recordings, one of which I attended. I intend to let every exhibitor have a set of them if they want them. And if you see me and say 'you are George47 and I claim my free music' you can have a copy as well. I took the Beethoven 10 minute track around to two audiophiles yesterday and they were amazed at the dynamics of the recording and demanded a copy. It is a great recording and has not been released yet.
From your mad Wammer (less of the olde Justin :lol:).
DiveDeepDog
02-03-2019, 12:36
Looks like I have been allocated room number 7 .
If you like old tat come and say U Hoo :D
Neighbor, I’m leaving the sub at home ��
Lawrence001
02-03-2019, 14:15
I'm in 119 if you want to say hello. HiFi currently in a transient state as I haven't quite gelled everything together with my Jordan JX92S based speakers. Really wanted valves to work but looks like I'll probably be bringing my Tripath amp which sounds the most balanced across the whole frequency range.
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ianlenco
02-03-2019, 14:36
Hi Lawrence,
I'm taking my little Jordan Eikona SL's so you might want to have a listen in room 18 :)
Lawrence001
02-03-2019, 19:51
Yes please! Are those the ones with 2 drivers I've read you post on.
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ianlenco
02-03-2019, 20:25
No, single driver, they're the latest Jordan cabinet design for single drivers and work very well. It's the little one in this pic.
https://i.imgur.com/7mbndJJ.jpg
Audio Al
02-03-2019, 21:26
Have you all ordered your PIES :drool:
Have you all ordered your PIES :drool:
Ssshhhh do not let that out or everyone will want one. I have ordered mine but i am not letting anyone know so i do not have to share .
jandl100
03-03-2019, 10:31
I'm hoping to go.
Lawrence001
03-03-2019, 11:02
Ssshhhh do not let that out or everyone will want one. I have ordered mine but i am not letting anyone know so i do not have to share .Surely if you don't tell them, they can't order their own and are more likely to want some of yours?
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Lawrence001
03-03-2019, 11:03
No, single driver, they're the latest Jordan cabinet design for single drivers and work very well. It's the little one in this pic.
https://i.imgur.com/7mbndJJ.jpgNice are they both TLs? The port on the top of the larger one is very interesting, never seen that design before.
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Busted caught bribing visitors with pie to make them listen to my system , and i thought I was being cunning like a fox .
Jac Hawk
03-03-2019, 13:37
I haven't been to the WAM show for ages, i think i've talked myself into going, so anyone in the North West who wants to go there's 3 spare seats in my car.
Pigmy Pony
03-03-2019, 20:51
Did someone mention pies?
Lawrence001
03-03-2019, 22:09
Have you seen the pie thread on the Wam?
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Audio Al
03-03-2019, 23:00
Did someone mention pies?
https://hifiwigwam.com/forum/topic/132462-the-traditional-pie-order-thread/
DiveDeepDog
04-03-2019, 01:10
Maverick brought some pies to a little get together today, they are really nice. Don’t expect any sharing...
Lol - not big into pies, unless they have apple inside them!;)
Marco.
Pigmy Pony
04-03-2019, 07:29
Lol - not big into pies, unless they have apple inside them!;)
Marco.
What, like the one in the film 'American Pie'? I imagine you would be big into that one :D
Lawrence001
04-03-2019, 07:59
Lol - not big into pies, unless they have apple inside them!;)
Marco.I think there's a pork and apple one available :)
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No, you can keep the pork!;)
Marco.
Audio Al
04-03-2019, 13:01
Lol - not big into pies, unless they have apple inside them!;)
Marco.
Now if it was sheep pies Marco would love that
I will also be there. I have one of the Big system rooms as I'm dragging my Ushers there once again, looking forward to letting them off their leash in a big room. I will also have my new TT and not the rock as advertised on the spreadsheet/show brochure, haven't heard it yet as it doesn't arrive til tomorrow, but from the reviews it should sound friggin awesome.
Mikeandvan
06-03-2019, 11:34
Anyone going from the South East (I'm in sussex) please consider a AOS taxi to collect a pair of speakers for me.
Anyone going from the South East (I'm in sussex) please consider a AOS taxi to collect a pair of speakers for me.
Well I'm your man for that Mike.
Only in Chichester and going up with a good sized van so plenty of room to bring your speakers back. Just let the seller know I'm the courier and all should go smoothly.
jandl100
06-03-2019, 13:22
Well I'm your man for that Mike.
Only in Chichester and going up with a good sized van so plenty of room to bring your speakers back. Just let the seller know I'm the courier and all should go smoothly.
That's me, I'm the seller.
Pair of smallish floorstanders 34 inches high.
Okay, see you there Jerry
A year ago I would have said I would definately be going to Kegworth - now, however, I doubt it.
Audio Al
06-03-2019, 14:52
A year ago I would have said I would definately be going to Kegworth - now, however, I doubt it.
Can I ask why ?
Room 106 for me, my local HiFi group are in 105. That's in keeping 😎
All are welcome, and I,m sure Saturday evening will be a good one too.
John
Well, i'm not exhibiting, (although i have just paid for Lurch'es new turntable) but booked into the hotel for the Saturday & Sunday night. so looking forward to meeting some of you there.
joolz
I am going. With a visit to Cymbiosis the day before, comparing cartridges. I may then be broke so please buy me beer.
I am Richard A on the Wam.
Well, i'm not exhibiting, (although i have just paid for Lurch'es new turntable) but booked into the hotel for the Saturday & Sunday night. so looking forward to meeting some of you there.
joolz
And very Nice it is Julian.
I think Bridget likes her new home, as she's sounding wonderful, but I'm sure once Dave (Bigfool) has finished interfering with her on Sunday afternoon she will sound even better.
Glad it's working out John
hifinutt
06-03-2019, 20:15
I am going. With a visit to Cymbiosis the day before, comparing cartridges. I may then be broke so please buy me beer.
I am Richard A on the Wam.
long way from guernsey richard ! hope its not snowing like last year
Can I ask why ?
Yes, of course, you can always ask why. It’s not an easy answer though. In short I guess the show has lost the original mojo for me. You have to remember I’ve been to all the previous shows, but looking at this years contributors I’ve heard it all before (full respect to those who go to extraordinary lengths to take part though). However, the weird and extreme side has been decreasing/alienated over the years and that is where my own interest lies. The same sensation of ennui also seems to be shared by my audio friends and that also discourages me from attending. For newbies I still strongly recommend it - but I’m not a newbie.... .. .
Lawrence001
06-03-2019, 21:04
Yes, of course, you can always ask why. It’s not an easy answer though. In short I guess the show has lost the original mojo for me. You have to remember I’ve been to all the previous shows, but looking at this years contributors I’ve heard it all before (full respect to those who go to extraordinary lengths to take part though). However, the weird and extreme side has been decreasing/alienated over the years and that is where my own interest lies. The same sensation of ennui also seems to be shared by my audio friends and that also discourages me from attending. For newbies I still strongly recommend it - but I’m not a newbie.... .. .What sort of equipment would it take to get you there? Ridiculously large horns and things like that?
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Audio Al
06-03-2019, 21:06
OK fair enough , I went 5 times to Scalford as a exhibiter then had 3 years off,
Though its was time to amuse the people again :D
Pigmy Pony
07-03-2019, 12:04
OK fair enough , I went 5 times to Scalford as a exhibiter then had 3 years off,
Though its was time to amuse the people again :D
Well I'm looking forward to some amusement (and some Manor House cake)
long way from guernsey richard ! hope its not snowing like last year
So do I Phil! Actually there are direct flights to East Midlands airport from here, so it's very easy for me. Hope to meet up.
Audio Al
07-03-2019, 14:45
Well I'm looking forward to some amusement (and some Manor House cake)
Now you are talking :D
Just had notification the PIES are cancelled :eek: , Apparently Peter the boss did not want to upset the hotel :scratch: Looks like I will be bringing food with me for daytime consumption , Maybe Curry of fish and chips Saturday evening :D
What sort of equipment would it take to get you there? Ridiculously large horns and things like that?
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Well, yes - expensive exotica, the very rare or the very whacky - extraordinary DIY horns etc. (All of this has been at past Wam shows). Having said that, a friend seems keen to go so I may yet attend.
Pigmy Pony
07-03-2019, 19:44
Now you are talking :D
Just had notification the PIES are cancelled :eek: , Apparently Peter the boss did not want to upset the hotel :scratch: Looks like I will be bringing food with me for daytime consumption , Maybe Curry of fish and chips Saturday evening :D
Me and Mrs. P will find a pub to eat at on the way home, and have a bit of something at the hotel for lunch, as long as their prices don't take the piss. Maybe call at the Greggs on way down.
Lawrence001
07-03-2019, 21:55
Sadly my lift has had to pull out for personal reasons. If anyone wants to come on the Saturday for the real fun and give me a lift, they can share my twin room.
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Audio Al
08-03-2019, 16:53
I can hire a transit van , 2 days £100 plus fuel , someone else from north London wants a way of getting to the show , If you 2 cover the cost of the van and we share the fuel cost 3 ways it could be a done deal . Or I just about have room in my car for me and my gear , Your choice :)
paulf-2007
08-03-2019, 21:41
Yes, of course, you can always ask why. It’s not an easy answer though. In short I guess the show has lost the original mojo for me. You have to remember I’ve been to all the previous shows, but looking at this years contributors I’ve heard it all before (full respect to those who go to extraordinary lengths to take part though). However, the weird and extreme side has been decreasing/alienated over the years and that is where my own interest lies. The same sensation of ennui also seems to be shared by my audio friends and that also discourages me from attending. For newbies I still strongly recommend it - but I’m not a newbie.... .. .
+1
Now you are talking :D
Just had notification the PIES are cancelled :eek: , Apparently Peter the boss did not want to upset the hotel :scratch: Looks like I will be bringing food with me for daytime consumption , Maybe Curry of fish and chips Saturday evening :D
It would appear this not the case so long as all you ordered was pies as Peter feels that this is part of the tradition . What he has asked is that we do not extend this to things like pasties Quiche etc as this does eat a little in to the hotel catering . I think this is fair and hope that we can get the orders for Pies resinstated and brought along . It was my intention to used the stand pie cut in to segements and offered to those coming in to the room to listen on Sunday (and yes that is a bribe ) the Pork Pie I ordered was all for me .
Audio Al
09-03-2019, 04:23
:doh: Why have I been asked to give my bank details for a refund :doh:
Why have you requested a refund, Al - are you no longer going?
Marco.
The organiser of the pies requested the bank details - to refund payments as he had been asked to cease.
Audio Al
10-03-2019, 18:56
Why have you requested a refund, Al - are you no longer going?
Marco.
I am still going , However I already paid for the pies , The pie money was refunded ,
Lawrence001
10-03-2019, 23:12
I can hire a transit van , 2 days £100 plus fuel , someone else from north London wants a way of getting to the show , If you 2 cover the cost of the van and we share the fuel cost 3 ways it could be a done deal . Or I just about have room in my car for me and my gear , Your choice :)Cheers Al that's kind of you, do you mean the guy on the Wam also asking for a lift? If you can stop by at mine and get my system in, it's worth asking. Let me know and I'll ask him.
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Lawrence001
11-03-2019, 13:30
Update, the other guy had given up waiting for a lift and bought his return train tickets. Thanks for the kind offer Al but it looks like I'll have to hold out for a car share or get the train.
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ovlov854
12-03-2019, 17:36
I have just acquired an Audionote SUT AN S2 High version but do not have the means to check it out.
Can I bring it to Kegworth and some kind exhibitor connect it into his display to check it out?
(the SUT came up for sale before the amp I'm after)
Audio Al
12-03-2019, 17:53
Look me up room 7 :)
And me 😀😀 I'm in the middle big system room.
I'm up to hear another SUT, bring it to Room 106 if it fits in with your day.
ovlov854
15-03-2019, 11:05
Look me up room 7 :)
And me ���� I'm in the middle big system room.
I'm up to hear another SUT, bring it to Room 106 if it fits in with your day.
Thanks Guys...hopefully I shall get to you all at some time
Spectral Morn
16-03-2019, 11:03
Would anyone attending the show be willing to take photos, and share them with me so I can put a show report together for use on my blog. Copyright remains with the photo taker and a credit will be given.
Obviously post them on AoS first.
Hope everyone going to Keggy, either exhibitors or punters has a great time, and like Neil says, take plenty of pics!:cool:
Marco.
brian2957
16-03-2019, 11:45
Hope everyone going to Keggy, either exhibitors or punters has a great time, and like Neil says, take plenty of pics!:cool:
Marco.
+1 for that :) I always enjoy the pictures that show attendees take :)
brian2957
16-03-2019, 11:45
Hope everyone going to Keggy, either exhibitors or punters has a great time, and like Neil says, take plenty of pics!:cool:
Marco.
+1 for that . I always enjoy the pictures that show attendees take :)
Someone needs to organise one of these events in Scotland, eh mate? You guys are always the poor relations!
Marco.
brian2957
16-03-2019, 11:51
Aye you better believe it . The last hifi show I was at in Edinburgh was around 20 years ago :)
kinda small population i think. Not sure but I think Scottish males seem less into Audio than English/Welsh ones.
jandl100
16-03-2019, 12:33
I'm off to Keggy tomorrow, I'll bring back some pics and post them.
brian2957
16-03-2019, 12:38
Thanks Jerry :)
kinda small population i think. Not sure but I think Scottish males seem less into Audio than English/Welsh ones.
There could be a Northern show (proper Northern, not as Cranage Hall is referred to as being), serving, say, Yorkshire upwards. I think there'd be sufficient demand to make it a success, *if* it was promoted properly.
Marco.
hifinutt
17-03-2019, 17:47
brilliant show, nice to meet a few AOs guys and enjoyed the bring and but sale especially . some nice sounds . my favourite was the gauder akustik , nice to hear the dutch and dutch for the first time and the w8 again
Aye you better believe it . The last hifi show I was at in Edinburgh was around 20 years ago :)
To celebrate the arrival of electricity.
Got that 4 years before. This was wireless... Commonly known now as radio
brian2957
17-03-2019, 18:00
Didn't we invent it :scratch: We invented loadsa things :ner:
jandl100
17-03-2019, 18:13
some Keggie pix here https://theartofsound.net/forum/showthread.php?63360-Jerry-s-Kegworth19-photo-thread
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