The Monkey

Happy Birthday!

Hard to fault you Shelly, ESPN's "analysis" was spot on: "Ground and Pound" football has sapped any remaining hope of weekly value from Burress. In his past two games, he has four catches on 12 targets combined. Facing a solid defense like the Chargers, he's in for another forgettable day."

I told you guys he was good.

Unfortunately, this bottle was disappointing. Slightly over the hill, which should not be the case.

2001 Joseph Phelps Insignia.

That's consistent with my own experience, and that characteristic is one that I like. (And I agree not everyone will.) Wes, is this something you consciously implemented? Do you disagree with the assessment (perhaps attributable to something else in our rigs)? I'd be interested to know. Glad the loaner program continues to go well.

I made a vow at RMAF to be nicer to newbs, so here goes. I agree with El Dragon Mexicano--the SRH 840 is an excellent headphone for the OP. Good sound, comfortable, bulletproof. My son used them for a while and they emerged unscathed. The Senn HD 25-1 would also merit a look. Now, OP, bring me some wine!

Missus Monkey and I were talking about the same exact thing. Also, I think they should stop splitting up. Everyone knows bad things happen when you split up.

Word. That was a mad delightful surprise. I saw that figure somewhere over on HF, too. I haven't heard the WES for a while, but I remember liking it when I did hear it. If it is indeed $2200, it would be nice to have a commercially available stat amp in that price range that is capable of driving the 007.

I wish Craig had brought the stat amp. Is it called the Electra? Do we know anything more about it?

Lexdray has an online store now. Pretty pricey.

2003 Torbreck Run Rig

^That's what I don't understand about all this Dark Star stuff. I couldn't listen to that thing at all on the high gain setting. And I'm pretty sure that was with the cans that are supposed to be such beasties to drive.

Ugh, sorry to hear that Shelly.

You should get the headset by dr dre.

Plaxico Burress sucks.

Happy birthday!

That's unfortunate; it would have been nice to meet you.

What's funny is that I really liked those Acapella speakers. But they were playing something really good at a sensible volume when I was there.

Happy birthday, Peter. Great to see you this weekend.

^This. Why do they do that? As a speaker newb, I was really put off by a lot of the speaker presentations. Too loud, too brittle, and lousy music. Of course, some were great, but I guess my taste for warmth and some bass exposes me for the speaker rube that I am.

Happy birthday Vicki!

I switched to an earlier flight--sorry I didn't get a chance to say goodbye to the gang. It was a great weekend. Nums did a great job. I thought the meet space and layout both worked very well. Plenty of room to hang out, but also stayed quiet enough for decent listening. More importantly, it was awesome to see at least part of the gang again. But, Jesus, this fresh mountain air is killing me. Looking forward to swampass sea level.

Good times so far. I'm back in my room. Need to reboot. Then moar.