1: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Nuprime has one IDA-16? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2015-02-23, 20:09:05 (142.129.152.162)
Current Price is $2350, soon to go to $2600 .......

2: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Nuprime has one IDA-16? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2015-02-23, 20:04:27 (142.129.152.162)
Currently the IDA-16 is $2350. Will soon be $2600 .......

3: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I would suspect noisy volume pots! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2013-07-17, 17:18:07 (71.106.164.254)
I too think it may be the Volume Pots and or switches. Perform a simply experiment; With the unit turned off, twist the Volume Pot all the way from minimum to maximum 30-40 times rather quickly. Then .......

4: Cable Asylum, RE: Exactly right, except... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-12-20, 16:31:53 (71.106.164.254)
Pete, From your description and explanation of what you wish to accomplish, I think you "DO" want an RCA Splitter, or Quality Y-Cable. There is "no such thing" as a biwire line level cable. Biwiring i .......

5: Hi-Rez Highway, RE: OK, what don't you like about it? Do you mean Picture too? nt (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-12-13, 18:14:16 (71.106.164.254)
It would appear that "disbeliever" doesn't understand that he is listening to his SONY receiver anytime he uses HDMI. His anti-OPPO rants here are epic. .......

6: General Asylum, RE: My condolances (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-12-10, 17:23:06 (71.106.164.254)
I know all of these posts would have made Brian quite happy. His driving goal was always reproduction of MUSIC and thus his yearly "Live versus Recorded" demo. His Services are to be Wed. .......

7: Speaker Asylum, BRIAN's SONG: It is with great sadness that I must post Brian Cheney of VMPS has passed (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-12-07, 14:31:59 (71.106.164.254)
I have received the following message from Brian's wife Shirley. "Brian Cheney passed last night. He was a wonderful husband, loving father, great speaker designer, and audiophile. A sincere thank you .......

8: Speaker Asylum, RE: VMPS AUDIO HAS CLOSED ITS DOORS. (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-11-25, 17:37:28 (71.106.164.254)
Hi All, As a VMPS Dealer for many years, I will pass your sentiments on to Brian. He is still recovering, but ever so slowly. .......

9: General Asylum, RE: Problem with noise in my system (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-10-13, 15:32:09 (71.106.164.254)
Simply take the VOLUME Control and frankly all the buttons and knobs and move them through their full range of motion 50-100 times and thank me later. Make sure and do this to the VOLUME, BALANCE, and .......

10: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Smallish 2 Channel setup, need an Amp (($400) recommendation please (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-08-30, 15:23:38 (71.106.164.254)
Not exactly what you spec'd but might be a consideration. PS - Full disclosure, I am a small dealer With this amp you can also sell your DAC. .......

11: General Asylum, RE: Move to a system that sound better at moderate volumes? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-08-24, 17:19:43 (71.106.164.254)
I think your improvement when switching to "balanced" has to do with the fact that in most cases "balanced" connections via balanced gear "play louder" than single ended. Regarding your issue of wanti .......

12: Video Asylum, RE: 99 cent movie a day? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-08-21, 18:42:33 (71.106.164.254)
I was suggesting it to the OP since he found the "selection" from Netflix insufficient. VUDU is often said to have a better selection. If you don't suffer from the same issue, I don't suggest it for u .......

13: Video Asylum, RE: I gave Netflix streaming a shot (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-08-21, 16:50:06 (71.106.164.254)
Check out VUDU. Quality is better, no membership, just pay when you rent, and they have a 99 cent movie everyday (often pretty good) .......

14: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: OK let me clarify (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-08-08, 14:30:23 (71.106.164.254)
USB is a digital path device. It does not pass analog signal. Once it is converted to analog (DAC) it must travel via analog cables. .......

15: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: A couple of questions and a comment or two.... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-31, 12:43:46 (71.106.164.254)
You could pick up an OPPO player that will allow plug and play Pandora, and you can rip your CD's to a USB Hard Drive as you like (in lossless flac) and simply play them through the OPPO (admittedly a .......

16: Video Asylum, RE: fight on HBO (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-17, 15:13:55 (71.106.164.254)
Does this even begin to make sense? If you switch to "composite" you will NOT be able to receive High Def video. WTF? Am I reading this wrong? .......

17: General Asylum, RE: Is there such a thing as 3 channel stereo (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-16, 14:31:26 (71.106.164.254)
James Bongiorno has another way to get 3 channels in his TriNaural Processor. .......

18: Digital Drive, RE: built in DAC (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-11, 15:37:52 (71.106.164.254)
The best I know of "are not" likely considered "low priced" 1)OPPO BDP-93 NuFORCE Edition - $899 2) OPPO BDP-95 - $999 Both have excellent DACs and can be used from the analog outs. .......

19: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Hum noise from McIntosh 5100 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-11, 15:33:05 (71.106.164.254)
Do you have Cable TV anywhere in your house? If so, that often adds a hum, even if there is no direct connection. .......

20: General Asylum, RE: . . . . and here's another reason: (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-10, 12:59:39 (71.106.164.254)
That is a great response and likely very legal in its POWER. .......

21: Speaker Asylum, RE: What Happened To VMPS Audio? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-07-02, 16:10:11 (71.106.164.254)
Brian has had a devil of a time with his site recently. Somehow it became malware infected. Then the Server strung him along for a few weeks before finally telling him they couldn't fix it. Brian is n .......

22: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Docs for the mini list 8 ohm figure but not 4 Ohm. (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-06-27, 07:16:13 (71.106.164.254)
Just click on "Specifications" or here: .......

23: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Integrated amp for MMG (and yes, I've read the archives) (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-06-25, 18:19:10 (71.106.164.254)
How about the MINT from W4S? $1499 retail Excellent DAC built in. .......

24: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Not super-expensive small form factor pre w/phono input? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-05-26, 14:24:43 (71.106.164.254)
Take a look at the Parasound 2100. .......

25: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: AT1502 amplifiers technologies (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-05-23, 20:37:58 (71.106.164.254)
ATI does not and did not OEM for Earthquake. .......

26: General Asylum, RE: I was about to complain... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-05-21, 16:00:38 (71.106.164.254)
Chances are good that the ad you are referencing was sent specifically to you because of cookies on your computer. My ads are based on my cookies. I'm sure there are also "paid" banner ads, but I have .......

27: Cable Asylum, RE: Cable Lifting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-05-06, 16:18:30 (71.106.164.254)
Ah Yes, the Chop stick cable stand tweak. Also shown is the LEGO version of a cable lifter : ) .......

28: Speaker Asylum, RE: why did they stop putting tone control knobs on speakers? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-05-04, 13:45:30 (71.106.164.254)
VMPS still offers L-Pads on the Analog X-Overs. As well there is also a Digital XO option which has the same relative function. Very few speakers have the exact same output over a wide range of SPLs, .......

29: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: New Ampage for Maggie 3.6Rs: NAD or Parasound, or other? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-04-26, 18:28:10 (71.106.164.254)
Have a couple ideas, but I am a small dealer and it would not be proper to post here. PM or e-mail me if interested. .......

30: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Denon DP-750 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-04-18, 16:14:44 (71.106.164.254)
I still have a Denon 755 w/SME 3009 II arm and Shure V-15 improved. Match made in heaven and works flawlessly. Not sure about the 750, but they LOOK identical. .......

31: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: I tried the PS Audio Trio C-100 Ice power integrated on my 1.6s and (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-30, 10:52:37 (71.106.164.254)
I have several NuFORCE and W4S customers who love both with their Maggies. .......

32: Hi-Rez Highway, RE: dynamics (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-30, 10:45:53 (71.106.164.254)
Some may find this relevant to this thread. It is a Live versus Recorded demonstration in the same room. .......

33: General Asylum, RE: Looks like one to me (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-30, 10:33:21 (71.106.164.254)
This is 100% WRONG!!! DO NOT accept a Money Order, or even a CERTIFIED CHECK as even those can be counterfitted. I know, I have had several sent to me. Your bank may cash them and debit you later. O .......

34: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Under $1400 from what I ... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-27, 12:00:42 (71.106.164.254)
A little birdy told me that the "goal" was sub $1000. Now whether that occurs is to be seen. My assumption is that if that goal is met, the value might be exceptional. .......

35: General Asylum, FACEBOOK Friendly? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-17, 15:35:52 (71.105.106.90)
I wonder if making the Asylum Trader "Facebook Friendly" would have the affect of outside advertising. If everyone who ran an ad would also click on "share with Facebook" all your outside friends woul .......

36: Video Asylum, RE: Thanks for the Rec......I signed up for this....Exactly what I was looking for........nt (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-10, 16:56:08 (71.106.160.117)
Hope if works well 4 u, but if it doesn't all you're out is the cost of a movie. It works best with a good High Speed connection. .......

37: Video Asylum, RE: Need recommendations to download movies..... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-03-09, 17:33:37 (71.106.160.117)
I like VUDU. Full 1080p video and great sound. No membership, and everyday they have a 99 cent movie and often it is a good one (just check them out on Facebook each day for the title) .......

38: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: "Amazing" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-02-25, 18:01:56 (71.106.160.117)
YOU WROTE: "High end audio has lots of silly notions. One of the most silly I have heard over the years is the idea that one can't possibly know about a thing until they have heard it in their home. W .......

39: Speaker Asylum, RE: What Ever Happened To Phase Coherent Time Aligned Speakers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-02-20, 16:38:50 (71.106.160.117)
VMPS = Veritone Minimum Phase Speakers .......

40: Vinyl Asylum, RE: KAB Electro Acoustics (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-02-15, 18:23:40 (71.106.160.117)
I too have an answering machine and "on occasion" either the connection is bad, or the calling party's phone is bad, or they simply rattle off their number so quickly that I miss a digit and it it the .......

41: Speaker Asylum, RE: Monitors vs. Bookshelf Speakers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-02-07, 12:44:38 (71.106.160.117)
Bill the K is correct. ALL speakers are Monitors as they monitor the signal presented. Stand Mound, BookShelf, Floorstander, etc are designation of the kind or type of Monitor they represent. However .......

42: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Enjoy the Music.com Review Ampzilla II Reference Rebuild (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-02-03, 18:12:52 (71.106.160.117)
James Bongiorno and his OLD and NEW gear has been getting a lot of press. Last Absolute Sound gave his Monoblocs and Preamp an Editors Choice Award and now the "revived" Old AMP. .......

43: General Asylum, RE: LIVE versus RECORDED demo in Vegas this next week (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-01-08, 11:05:50 (71.106.160.117)
Literally; There will be live performances recorded and played back in the same room. .......

44: General Asylum, LIVE versus RECORDED demo in Vegas this next week (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2012-01-08, 10:53:58 (71.106.160.117)
If your going to Vegas this next week for CES and THE Show, and you're interested in reproducing Live Music via your system, you may want to stop by the Flamingo Hotel and go to the LAKE MEAD BALLROOM .......

45: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: What to do with my MMG's...? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-12-10, 15:01:37 (71.106.160.117)
IIRC Atlantic Technolgy has information on their site on how to employ "dipoles" for both side and rear surrounds. If they are used for both, the phasing on the read surrounds is critical for the best .......

46: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: What to do with my MMG's...? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-12-10, 14:49:45 (71.106.160.117)
Hi John, Yes a bipole is different than a dipole, in that it doesn't have a null. In theory the bipole will have a diffuse 360 degree radiation pattern in the horizontal plane. Bipole Surrounds have m .......

47: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: What to do with my MMG's...? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-12-09, 15:30:38 (71.106.160.117)
Interesting drawing and it seems to be incorrect as to the use of "dipoles" for surround sound. It seems to show the surround speakers to the rear of the listener, while a dipole is functional (most a .......

48: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: Any Good Sounding Cerwin Vega's ? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-10-20, 16:07:46 (71.160.148.9)
If you do a search for the CLS-215 and the replacement XLS-215, you will find some favorable reviews (from good sources) that don't exlaim them to be the "be all/end all", but do give them points for .......

49: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Worked for me, too! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-09-28, 17:46:49 (71.160.148.9)
Glad many are finding this useful. I might add that this exercise is not just of the Volume Control. It should be used on ALL mechanical contact knobs and buttons. Balance controls, input selectors, e .......

50: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Crackling noise when turning the volume knob (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-09-22, 10:34:26 (71.160.148.9)
Metal Volume controls oxidize, which leaves a film of oxidation on the two contact surfaces. Since volume controls aren't used often the sufaces are not cleaned by tensioned contact over their useful .......

51: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Crackling noise when turning the volume knob (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-09-17, 17:40:10 (71.160.148.9)
Step one: Grab the knob Step two: with power off, turn it to full volume and back to zero rather quickly, but not recklessly 50-100 times. Step three: thank me tomorrow. LOL. . .generally this will wi .......

52: General Asylum, RE: Any former TAN members here? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-08-30, 19:04:34 (71.160.148.9)
I remember Cory Greenberg and I closing down the place most every night in the early 80's. Back then I think 12 midnight was the shut down hour. Also Saul Marantz, and the fellow who started NHT were .......

53: Speaker Asylum, RE: Elevated soundstage problem (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-08-07, 08:41:19 (71.160.148.9)
Have not seen any reference to ceiling treatment except the change to sheet rock which another poster pointed out would only exacerbate the condition. Unless he has an exceptionally bad phase issue in .......

54: Speaker Asylum, RE: Elevated soundstage problem (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-08-06, 18:59:49 (71.160.148.9)
The likely culprit is "ceiling bounce" reflections drawing the image and soundstage upwards. Only cure is to eliminate that reflection by treating the ceiling with acoustic damping. .......

55: Speaker Asylum, RE: Skylan or Sound anchors for Harbeth (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-08-03, 18:55:02 (71.160.148.9)
Make no difference what "wood" does since SKYLAN are a Polymer Composite, and not steel or wood. .......

56: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: That's what I thought, but (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-06-30, 18:27:43 (71.160.148.9)
I bet they actualy meant to post the Reference 18 monoblocs amps which are $3800 msrp each. The P-9 is a Preamp. .......

57: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Did I fall asleep for 10 years? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-06-30, 17:04:08 (71.160.148.9)
The P9 is $3150 a copy msrp. It was all a bad dream .......

58: Digital Drive, RE: What is its list price? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-06-11, 15:14:08 (71.160.148.9)
The current MSRP is $3195 .......

59: Cable Asylum, You do know that it makes no difference. . right? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-05-04, 17:06:42 (71.104.88.16)
You can either twist it clockwise or counterclockwise and if you switch hands it is still the same. If you twist clockwise with your right hand, it is counter clockwise with your left. It makes no dif .......

60: General Asylum, Hi Fi come by the VMPS/Wywires/AMPZILLA room and say hi (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-05-04, 16:58:59 (71.104.88.16)
Tommy, Been a while since I've seen you, I'll be in the VMPS/WyWires/AMPZILLA room, if you get a chance stop in .......

61: General Asylum, RE: Mark me down for a visit to the chesty female vocal performance. nt (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-03-03, 10:37:14 (71.104.90.233)
Here is the cover of her latest album and a thread discussing her appearance .......

62: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Opinions on sub amp, pls? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-02-09, 17:04:16 (71.104.90.233)
The Dayton 500/1000wpc for $399 might be another option .......

63: Cable Asylum, RE: Crazy idea for speaker cable (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-02-08, 16:40:06 (71.104.90.233)
I think you have actually described an "Active Speaker". . .NO? .......

64: Speaker Asylum, RE: Signals for Centre channel speaker (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2011-01-18, 15:14:46 (71.104.89.77)
I am a Spread Spectrum Technologies Dealer if you have any questions please feel free to contact me .......

65: Speaker Asylum, RE: Mystery Speakers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-12-12, 15:16:05 (71.107.255.202)
Turn off all the lights in your room and take strong flashlight and holding it "directly on" the grill cloth, see if you can get a good enough reflection off the drivers to see them through the cloth. .......

66: Speaker Asylum, RE: Problem solved (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-27, 11:32:42 (71.107.255.202)
You may also find further resolving and detail improvements via the following: 1) Listen in the NearField (sit within 6 feet of your speakers) 2) Converge (aim) the speakers at your listening position .......

67: Cable Asylum, Looks to me like you are the "seller" and not the "finder" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-21, 14:58:27 (71.107.255.202)
If one clicks on your "Masterplan" screen name you get an e-mail for sneekix the seller. .......

68: Planar Speaker Asylum, Yes it is getting close ... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-20, 07:47:03 (71.107.255.202)
Hi Andy, All you need do is move a "little further" and then agree that the term "STUDIO MONITOR" is the one that actually describes what occurs in a Recording Studio, and we are in complete agreement .......

69: Speaker Asylum, RE: Just curious. (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-19, 21:59:07 (71.107.255.202)
Actually Brian Cheney names his speakers and usually keeps it rather simple. The QSO626 is a Standmount Monitor, but I doubt Brian even considered the need to designate it as such for any reason. As I .......

70: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: "ALL speakers are Monitors, some are bookshelf, some are stand mount, and some are floorstanding" ... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-19, 21:36:11 (71.107.255.202)
Hi Andy, No Problem, not all will agree, and you will find colloquial acceptance of terms, but the term monitor describes a "function". Floorstander, bookshelf, or stand mount describes a "form". Just .......

71: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Rear or front wall? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-19, 16:32:11 (71.107.255.202)
All walls and speakers (L&R) are referenced and relative to the listener when sitting in the listening position. It is incorrect and confusing to refer the wall behind the speakers as the rear wall. R .......

72: Speaker Asylum, RE: I understand all of that, but... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-19, 16:13:12 (71.107.255.202)
In the VMPS line the "RM" designation stands for Ribbon MONITOR. ALL the RM (RM1/RM2/RM30/RM40/RM50 Bipolar array/RM v60/RM/x) are all Floorstanding Monitors. To us, a Monitor can be "stand mount" or .......

73: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Jolida (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-11-19, 15:17:49 (71.107.255.202)
Have you eliminated the obvious, that it might be the source or the speaker? Just swap L&R and see if it moves to the other channel. .......

74: General Asylum, RE: Audiophile Soundstage and that Big Sound (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-10-19, 14:27:12 (71.107.250.109)
Raise your speakers 8"-10", add a sub (or two), and thank me later. .......

75: Planar Speaker Asylum, Fletcher Munson NT (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-10-03, 14:56:26 (71.107.250.109)
Fletcher Munson NT .......

76: Video Asylum, RE: Blu-ray, Netflix streaming, AND SACD capability: (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-08-25, 16:59:32 (71.104.90.88)
If you are going to get a new Panel TV, you can often find the NetFlix/VUDU streaming in the TV itself, and stick with the OPPO for the rest. Search around. .......

77: Speaker Asylum, RE: Actually...... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-08-25, 15:43:17 (71.104.90.88)
I might think that no horn or Wave Guide can "increase gain" due to the laws of physics, but they can control the directivity and dispersion of that energy causing it to maintain a higher SPlevel at t .......

78: Speaker Asylum, RE: Mistaken presumptions from start to finish (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-08-24, 18:16:00 (71.104.90.88)
You are correct the VMPS RM-2 is rated at 20Hz -3 and the VMPS RM40 is 22Hz -3, but it is the "quality" of the bass in that region that is also important. Brian has some of the lowest bass distortion .......

79: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Harman Kardon Citation 16a Power Amp (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-07-31, 13:07:31 (71.106.94.31)
How about looking at the Harman Intl site? http://www.harmankardon.com/EN-US/Products/Pages/ProductSupportDetails.aspx?PID=CITATION+16A .......

80: Video Asylum, RE: New to HDTV: Upconverter question (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-07-18, 16:50:22 (71.106.87.150)
Either switch to DIRECT TV or CABLE and get the gear free (or reduced) or tell DISH you will be doing so and they have one chance to offer you a better deal. But NO, the upconverting gear will not hel .......

81: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I like what I'm reading... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-07-18, 16:35:39 (71.106.87.150)
I guess I should have read the whole thread. .......

82: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Loud pop sound when mute my preamp (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-07-09, 15:55:02 (71.105.93.8)
It may be as simple a a bad contact or corrosion. 1)Turn off and unplug the power cord. 2)Operate the MUTE 30-40 times (click/click/click 30-40 times) 3) Plug back in and turn on. 4) Try Mute button a .......

83: Digital Drive, RE: Thanks, John - Also, Where You Formerly a Moderator? [nt] (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-06-25, 14:09:02 (71.106.82.242)
Not here, but on the VMPS Circle on Audio Circle .......

84: General Asylum, RE: Interesting new alternative to paypal (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-06-16, 13:45:08 (71.106.82.242)
They seem to have a LARGE number of the GUN CLUB/NRA types (just chck out the ABOUT tab) Seems a bit odd. .......

85: Cable Asylum, RE: Pangea torture: waiting hopefully over soon: (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-06-05, 15:05:42 (71.105.84.140)
Abuse? or "use"? .......

86: Cable Asylum, RE: US Source (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-06-02, 18:38:25 (71.105.88.101)
Call John at Apature Cables (also in FLA) .......

87: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: preamp-with remote volume control for each channel (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-05-30, 16:03:05 (71.105.93.232)
Jaton RC2000 is suprisingly good and has the ability to raise and lower each channel via remote. Filled with Mundorf and Wima caps and sounds too good for the price. I have one I have been trying out .......

88: Speaker Asylum, RE: Thank you John and a response from Brian would (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-05-24, 07:46:17 (71.106.105.59)
I should mention that all RM40s are not exactly the same. The design originated in 2002 when it won the "Best of Show" award for the HIGH END category at CES that year. In the last eight years it has .......

89: Speaker Asylum, RE: Prelude MTS or VMPS RM 40 or??? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-05-21, 18:47:12 (71.106.105.59)
As a VMPS dealer my reply would be obvious, but I will comment that your AMP is certainly adequate to make the RM40's sing. Let me know if you have any questions on the model. As well occasionally Bri .......

90: Speaker Asylum, RE: Best Imaging Speakers? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2010-05-13, 18:14:22 (71.106.105.59)
Follow your SUBS lead .......

91: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Application (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2009-09-20, 09:14:13 (71.106.87.55)
My clients (and in my own system) who want simplicity, reasonable price and great music performance, like the NuFORCE AVP17. Only problem is it has been discontinued. It is also set up to function wit .......

92: Speaker Asylum, RE: Dumb bi-amping question........... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2009-08-30, 11:58:12 (71.106.87.55)
I would check with the manufaturer. Generally those "switches" are used in liu of "jumpers" between the binding posts, and only disconnect the binding posts from each other as would removing jumpers. .......

93: Cable Asylum, RE: AudioQuest Copperhead Vs Vampire - No difference! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2009-07-22, 19:22:28 (71.106.87.55)
While the Copper Head is a fine cable it is not really a "High End" cable. It is in the bottome tier of the AQ line up. It is simply a good "high quality and well constructed" cable. And whatever "dif .......

94: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Consider VMPS Super Tower III (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2009-07-06, 15:57:53 (71.106.87.55)
Actually the RM40 or RM30 would be the best model for your application and price range. The STIII is special order only but is out of that price range. (I am a VMPS dealer) While that is a small room, .......

95: Speaker Asylum, RE: Thanks to all who advized on equipment and set up : ) (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2009-04-30, 16:31:16 (71.106.108.159)
Number One issue is either lose the Coffee Table or cover it with a Quilt or same. .......

96: Speaker Asylum, RE: Everybody has an opinion I guess (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2008-10-29, 19:35:52 (71.106.106.18)
Hi Jim, Interesting. . .Where exactly was this room where you had this comparison. .......

97: Video Asylum, RE: Amazon video on demand (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2008-09-23, 16:10:27 (71.105.94.122)
I prefer VUDU .......

98: General Asylum, RE: Acoustics question (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2008-09-17, 11:04:47 (71.105.94.122)
Bad news is decoupling is probably not going to help with a "downstairs" neighbor (upstairs maybe) Try offering her some wireless headphones for agreed upon hours. .......

99: Speaker Asylum, RE: VMPS RM30C (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2008-09-14, 15:21:32 (71.105.94.122)
Hi Paul, It may not be approriate for me to post accolades or even suggestions as a VMPS dealer, but I will say your room looks quite good for this speaker. If you have any questions please post me pr .......

100: Video Asylum, RE: Several to choose from in that price range (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2008-09-10, 17:36:25 (71.105.94.122)
I could be mistaken, but I don't think any of those have "speakers" or sound capability by themselves. I think the Optoma DV-11 is the only product to have it all. .......

101: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Integrated amp with built in DAC, under $3,000 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2008-09-10, 17:10:40 (71.105.94.122)
You may be able to find a BRYSTON with the DAC card in that range (retail $3850) Disclaimer I am a Bryston Dealer .......

102: DVD-Audiobahn, Re: Denon 2910 and 955S the Same DVD Player (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2007-02-25, 10:07:42 (71.106.103.93)
The 2910 is marketed to Stores, and the 955S is didtributed to "installers" so they can make a small margin and not have to compete with "internet" discounters. .......

103: Speaker Asylum, Audition in Phoenix (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-12-17, 14:09:42 (71.106.117.229)
Hi Don, Tried to e-mail you, but it bounced. I am a VMPS dealer, and one of my clients recently moved to Phoenix. He said he would be happy to have you in for an audition. Please e-mail me, for his e- .......

104: Computer Audio Asylum, Re: Anyone using an outboard dac with their Olive? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-09-15, 14:57:04 (71.106.117.229)
Do small dealers count? I am an OLIVE dealer and I use the OLIVE Opus with the Bryston DAC in my BP26DA preamp. The sound is incredible. The Opus onboard DAC is also excellent. Not sure which I prefer .......

105: General Asylum, Our Annual Grand Barbeque and Musical Event!! Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-08-25, 09:56:03 (71.106.117.229)
Sorry, I have too many "meetings" in the title, but you get the idea. .......

106: General Asylum, Our Annual Grand Barbeque and Musical Event!! Meeting Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-08-25, 09:54:04 (71.106.117.229)
Dear Members and Friends, Fall Audio Season Kickoff Time at Upscale Audio!! Our Annual Grand Barbeque and Musical Event!! Our Legendary Host: Kevin Deal, CEO Upscale Audio and Lifetime Member of the S .......

107: Speaker Asylum, Training Advice on the Audio Asylum? Maybe we need a Training Asylum (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-30, 19:55:54 (71.106.117.229)
The Arginine is a needed compound for the Nitric Oxide Cycle, and helps with several metabolic and cellular functions. Big WEIGHTs are surely a power trip, but using large loads late in life below th .......

108: Speaker Asylum, Re: That's going to make Brian really happy. (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-30, 14:41:42 (71.106.117.229)
Hi Chris, The Aginine started as a result of the Life Extension book, but I doubt the effectiveness of it as a HGH stimulator unless taken as an IV drip infusion. Mike Mentzer was a friend of mine and .......

109: Speaker Asylum, Re: That's going to make Brian really happy. (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-29, 21:30:02 (71.106.117.229)
6 pair of the x-ls. (2 pair in Rosewood) And no, Brian doesn't care, he doesn't have a speaker in that price category. I see no reason for you two to keep this act going. You are both too good at what .......

110: Speaker Asylum, Re: Hey John (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-29, 21:17:57 (71.106.117.229)
Who gives a flying rat's a&& about what you and he did over the years. What the hell, you from the Middle East? Forgettaboudit. Point is, you were not being shot at now. No reason to Troll and start u .......

111: Speaker Asylum, By the way, I sold some of "YOUR" speakers today so cut me some slack (nt) (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-29, 21:07:09 (71.106.117.229)
nt .......

112: Speaker Asylum, Re: Hey John (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-29, 20:46:26 (71.106.117.229)
No, that is not what its like at all. There was no wreck until you decided to pile on. I just don't understand it. Here you are the "Undisputed Best Speaker Designer in the Whole World", and you feel .......

113: Speaker Asylum, Re: Hey John (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-29, 18:34:32 (71.106.117.229)
Hey Danny, I think the larger question might be: What motivates the World's Greatest Speaker Designer, to drop into a thread about a competitors product and feel that it is beneficial to make disparag .......

114: Speaker Asylum, Re: Hey John (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-29, 17:07:58 (71.106.117.229)
Hey Danny, Well, you'd be better served asking someone at Tech TV, since I haven't seen or reviewed the criteria of how they judge the "HIGH END" category. Plus that was just before I actually became .......

115: Speaker Asylum, VMPS RM40 Speakers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-07-28, 15:45:26 (71.106.117.229)
The dealer is one of our newer dealers in San Diego area, Brian Kyle who also owns Xtreme Cable. Chances are they were powered by Bruce Moore amps and the Sony CDP was likely the TRL modded Sony. I th .......

116: Planar Speaker Asylum, 100% reflected room sound like that (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-23, 09:13:58 (71.105.83.229)
Wow!! Yes for Maggies that "IS" a strange set up. Your 2nd (modified version) is almost exactly on the "dipole null". That means that you are listening to almost 100% reflected room sound. Interesting .......

117: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Imaging and Soundstage and "skinning a cat" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-22, 18:56:56 (71.105.83.229)
***I mean if a real band was in the room, wouldn't there be 5-6ft high vocals and a stage that had at least 5-6 ft of depth???? DO the VPMS's do that? *** VMPS do exactly that if set up properly, but .......

118: Planar Speaker Asylum, Imaging and Soundstage and "skinning a cat" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-22, 12:03:45 (71.105.83.229)
Hi DawnRazor, I must first state that I am a a VMPS dealer, and you are welcome to stop by any time you are in Southern CA. That said I might add some thoughts about "imaging and soundstage" and "mono .......

119: Speaker Asylum, Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting this Sunday (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-21, 19:41:34 (71.105.83.229)
Message to Southern CA Audiophiles: Dear Members and Friends, SUNDAY!!!!: A Stellar Afternoon at Classic Records in Hollywood! Sunday, 2-5pm, April 23rd! ***Meet renowned Master Tape Expert and Chief .......

120: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Active crossover for sub-woofers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-18, 09:02:47 (71.105.83.229)
NHT X-2, Marchand, or Bryston .......

121: Planar Speaker Asylum, AudioQuest on VMPS (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-13, 12:11:16 (71.105.83.229)
As a VMPS "and" AudioQuest dealer, I would have to agree with your use of the AudioQuest's. I have used both the Pikes Peak and the Volcano (the ones both above and below your Mt Blanc) and found them .......

122: Speaker Asylum, Re: Subwoofer Recommendations (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-06, 09:10:18 (71.105.83.229)
The VMPS Subs were originally designed to mate with the QUAD speakers. .......

123: Planar Speaker Asylum, You pre-date me w/VMPS (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-05, 15:26:12 (71.105.83.229)
Well you pre-date me with VMPS. In 81, I still had "Stacked/Mirrored" Dahlquist DQ-10's. Some of the Classic VMPS Designs are incredible, and show some of Brian's tendency to jump out to new technolog .......

124: General Asylum, I think his big HIT was "Town Without Pity" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-05, 13:45:41 (71.105.83.229)
Which was the title song of the Movie with the same name. .......

125: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Going To Buy Some VMPS RM 40's ! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-04, 20:47:35 (71.105.83.229)
If it is the "chestiness" of the male voice your talking about, then the "midwoofer" upgrade might help. It raises the x-over from around 166hz up to the mid 200Hz area. The Woofer itself is also now .......

126: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Going To Buy Some VMPS RM 40's ! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-04, 12:53:15 (71.105.83.229)
Congratulations!!! That is a great speaker. There are "loads" of fun things that can be done to it. Little as well as "large" tweaks and such. I am a dealer and have had that speaker in my system seve .......

127: Speaker Asylum, Actually it will happen "TWICE" in the same day (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-04-04, 12:29:48 (71.105.83.229)
Once in the AM, and once in the PM And as a "too much time on my hands" reference, I named a day after me. John Casler day was 2-22-2002 at 2:22:22 AM until 2-22-2002 at 2:22:22 PM. I will celebrate a .......

128: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Bryston BP26-DA (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-03-25, 14:48:07 (71.105.83.229)
I use a Bryston BP26-DA to great result. .......

129: Speaker Asylum, Re: Thanks John!! VMPS RM 30, which for tweeter and mid? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-03-11, 13:10:44 (71.105.83.229)
Glad you like them. I have been listening to mine all morning and after over 30 years in this hobby, I simply freak at how good they sound when set up right for your room. I am always offering various .......

130: Speaker Asylum, Re: Skyland Speaker Stands (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-03-09, 12:24:51 (71.105.83.229)
I'll also say that as a Skylan Dealer, Noel is a pleasure to work with. Knowledgable, Professional, and lots of Integrity and Enthusiasm. On top of that he has the best (IMHO) stands out there. But lo .......

131: Speaker Asylum, Re: tunning pots on VMPS RM 30, which for tweeter and mid? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-03-09, 12:20:27 (71.105.83.229)
To be "perfectly clear" that is your right and left when standing behind and facing the rear of the speaker. :) .......

132: Speaker Asylum, Re: tunning pots on VMPS RM 30, which for tweeter and mid? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-03-09, 12:18:20 (71.105.83.229)
Hi Shoe, On the RM30 the Tweeter is the right shaft, and the NeoPanels are the left shaft. Make sure and use a small screwdriver and "Be Gentle" as twiting to hard can break the shaft. Also FYI the "u .......

133: Speaker Asylum, March 19th Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-03-08, 17:08:50 (71.105.83.229)
Latest Society News From The President Dear Members and Friends, Coming Soon to the LA&OC Audio Society on March 19th: Wondrous Music and Highend Gear at The Digital Ear!! http://www.digitalear.com/ .......

134: General Asylum, Re: RealityCheck update? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-02-20, 11:44:38 (71.105.83.229)
Had the occasion to make some copies (at least 10) on the Realaity Check Machine, and each copy takes a minimum of 15 minutes. The copy in the ad you point to states: "Copies 8 DVD-R disks or 24 CDR d .......

135: Speaker Asylum, No, the Digital Ear where the meeting is being held is in business (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-18, 15:55:31 (71.105.83.229)
Since I am not the one who schedules meetings I had to confirm this. .......

136: Speaker Asylum, Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-14, 16:11:25 (71.105.83.229)
Dear Members and Friends, Please Save the Dates for the next three wonderful Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Events! February 19-- 2nd Annual "Software Swap Meet": Any Music Any Format, Ho .......

137: Speaker Asylum, Here is a "mini review" from T.H.E. Show (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-13, 09:56:13 (71.105.83.229)
Here is a "mini review" from T.H.E. Show .......

138: Speaker Asylum, Here is a list of the Components in the VMPS room (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-13, 09:20:29 (71.105.83.229)
TRL (Tube Research Labs) modified Sony DVP-NS900V SACD/DVD Player Bruce Moore Line Stage Bruce Moore MonoBlocs (225w) RM30C speakers with, Auricaps, and CDWG Pair VMPS Original Subs All wired up with .......

139: Speaker Asylum, Re: I'm curious.... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-13, 08:56:25 (71.105.83.229)
Hi John, Yes it is for a Planar Ribbon and Ribbon Tweeter. You can ask Brian about the designation (after he gets over the flu) but the ability of the device to cause increased radiation and directiv .......

140: Speaker Asylum, What is the most *directionless* speaker around? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-12, 08:54:50 (71.105.83.229)
Note: I am a VMPS dealer. I might direct you to the VMPS line (read above note) with the new Constant Directivity Wave Guide. While most all speakers, will of course benefit sonically from optimum pla .......

141: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS Ribbon at THE Show (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2006-01-12, 08:49:44 (71.105.83.229)
Hi Geoff, Thanks for the Observation. As all systems are the sum of their parts, the VMPS room was too. However the element we choose to display was the Constant Directivity Wave Guide, Brian has intr .......

142: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I did just that for 10 years without a problem (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-12-15, 12:53:55 (71.105.83.229)
Roughly about 1974, I purchased 2 Citation 16A's and a single Citation 16. I promptly bridged the 16A's to power a set of stacked DQ-10s. (4 Ohm load) I used this combo, problem free until at least 19 .......

143: Speaker Asylum, Re: Paradigm X-30 with subwoofers? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-12-09, 14:26:40 (71.105.83.229)
I think retail list is $299 .......

144: Speaker Asylum, Re: NHT X1 looks nice... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-12-09, 09:35:24 (71.105.83.229)
The X1 is designed for NHT subs only. The X2 can be used with most any brand. .......

145: Speaker Asylum, Re: Paradigm X-30 with subwoofers? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-12-09, 08:34:37 (71.105.83.229)
Don't know about the X-30, but my NHT X2 has all that and more. .......

146: Speaker Asylum, Special Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting 2Days left, $9.5 in door prizes (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-12-01, 11:26:09 (71.105.88.7)
Hi All, For those interested, we will have our 12th Anniversary Meeting this month and will be honoring Harry Pearson (creator of The Absolute Sound) with a lifetime acheivment award. Additionally we .......

147: Speaker Asylum, Von Schweikert @Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society meet Tomorrow (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-11-19, 19:11:19 (71.105.88.7)
Dear Members and Friends, TOMORROW: ENJOY MUSICAL GLORY!!! and the "CES VIP" Treatment!!! SUNDAY, our friends at Von Schweikert Loudspeakers are bringing out their best designers to treat the entire S .......

148: General Asylum, Justa REMINDER: BIG Von Schweikert Meeting tomorrow!! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-11-19, 19:01:12 (71.105.88.7)
Dear Members and Friends, TOMORROW: ENJOY MUSICAL GLORY!!! and the "CES VIP" Treatment!!! SUNDAY, our friends at Von Schweikert Loudspeakers are bringing out their best designers to treat the entire S .......

149: Speaker Asylum, Re: Just curious ... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-11-03, 07:08:20 (71.105.88.7)
I have been informed that deductability stems from the "non-profit" status of the Society. .......

150: Speaker Asylum, Re: Just curious ... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-11-02, 21:50:28 (71.105.88.7)
I'm checking with Bob (Levi) about that. He may have erroneously "copied and pasted" that portion from our "Katrina" raffle last month, which "was" deductible. Hold that thought, and I'll inform when .......

151: Speaker Asylum, Only 6 weeks from now, Harry Pearson coming to Los Angeles, Honored by LA&OCAS (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-11-02, 12:01:56 (71.105.88.7)
Dear Members and Audiophile Friends, Please send your checks in right away for the December 11th Celebration and Banquet. *****12th Anniversary of the Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society ***** .......

152: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Which is better, ampzilla 2000 or Bryston 14bsst (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-11-01, 10:07:15 (71.105.88.7)
Look at the review here: .......

153: Speaker Asylum, Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting Oct 30 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-26, 08:37:27 (71.105.88.7)
Our Sunday, October 30th Event at Ambrosia Audio and Video IS Huge! It's all things Meridian starring Norman Steinke, VP and Head of Meridian USA, and David Weinhart, CEO of Ambrosia. What a Winner! S .......

154: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Small Profile 2 Chanel Amp (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-23, 21:07:42 (71.105.88.7)
AudioSource AMP 5.1 monoblocs, or AMP-100 stereo .......

155: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: SS amp for bass only speakers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-23, 09:45:34 (71.105.88.7)
Let me first say I am a dealer, so this is only to provide info. NuForce offers an option for "Extended bass for driving subwoofer or bass driver". It is an "analog switching amp". .......

156: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS RM30 dangerously close to budget (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-20, 20:41:52 (71.105.88.7)
As a VMPS dealer, I might also mention that the RM30 in its basic form and "courtesy priced" through a dealer would be "dangerously close" to your budget. .......

157: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: NAD Amp replacement (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-20, 10:16:48 (71.105.88.7)
I know this may sound simplistic, but occasionally the "crackling" can be due to oxidation in the volume, or balance pot. Try turning each "full on then full off" (with the unit off of course) 40-50 t .......

158: Speaker Asylum, What a man (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-18, 11:47:09 (71.105.88.7)
Hi V-PMS, What a man you are. You come to a public forum, write a whole list of negative claims, and hide behind a silly name. Not man enough to post your name? Or maybe your a girl (or wish you wer .......

159: Speaker Asylum, Re: I didn't mean to ruffle your feathers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-14, 11:25:29 (71.105.88.7)
Hi DFaulds, No ruffled feathers from me, and my "wonderment" about the original poster was not aimed at you. Sorry if it seemed so. The "Biggest Development" was meant as the Biggest Development in VM .......

160: Speaker Asylum, Re: I don't think it has anything to do with the ribbons... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-14, 07:41:35 (71.105.88.7)
I find the fact that "someone" felt it nessessary to post such a silly message interesting. If you search for the poster, you'll find that they have no other posts (of course), so who would feel it ne .......

161: Speaker Asylum, Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting Oct 30 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-12, 07:48:09 (71.105.88.7)
Latest Society News From The President Our Sunday, October 30th Event at Ambrosia Audio and Video IS Huge! It's all things Meridian starring Norman Steinke, VP and Head of Meridian USA, and David Wei .......

162: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: What happened ? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-10, 14:20:24 (71.105.88.7)
Hi Bambi, It has been so long ago that I don't remember much except the estimate (which was not supposed to be exeeded) was quadrupled without my knowledge. I wrote a check since they would not releas .......

163: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I had a similar Experience at George Meyer (NT) (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-10-09, 13:24:52 (71.105.88.7)
NT .......

164: General Asylum, Re: KUDOS to (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-28, 19:48:42 (71.105.88.7)
Glad you liked the meeting and Kevin. His is a yearly meeting and very popular. The "BIG" meeting this year will be the anniversary meeting with Keynote Speaker Harry Pearson receiving an award from t .......

165: General Asylum, Re: Is there a Audio Society in San Diego? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-28, 19:41:37 (71.105.88.7)
You certainly are welcome to join the LA&OCAS anytime. They're are some great meetings and a great bunch of guys. Log on to the website for more info .......

166: General Asylum, Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Announcement (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-28, 16:20:33 (71.105.88.7)
Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Announcement Our Event at Upscale Audio was a gigantic success and a wonderful tribute to the generosity of Southern California's top Audiophiles. We raised .......

167: Speaker Asylum, Re: Onix, Revel, or Aurum Cantus (Best $2k speaker?) help! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-27, 16:40:59 (71.105.88.7)
I am a small dealer for a couple candidates, but should not post opinions or prices in the open forum. If interested feel free to e-mail me. .......

168: Speaker Asylum, SilverSmith Cables now in raffle, 100% to go to Red Cross (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-17, 10:25:53 (71.106.136.88)
Bob Levi has posted me the following from Jeff Smith of SilverSmith Cables. ======= Hi Bob, Hope all is going well. If you are interested in conducting an auction at your upcoming event, I will donate .......

169: Speaker Asylum, 50% of Raffle proceeds at SEPT meeting will go to Red Cross (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-15, 16:43:53 (71.106.115.206)
Dear Members, At the Upscale Audio Event, 50% of the proceeds of our Super Software Raffle will go to the Red Cross for Katrina Relief. We are pushing to get a great selection of goodies so please bri .......

170: Speaker Asylum, LA & Orange County Audiophile Society meeting Sept 25 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-09-11, 08:32:19 (71.106.115.206)
For Immediate Release By popular demand, The Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society is announcing a Super Software Raffle at Upscale Audio!!!! SACD's, CD's, DVD's and LP's and more, more, more. N .......

171: General Asylum, Sunday's Meeting Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-08-18, 12:57:46 (71.105.92.177)
Hi All, Again let me post the info on the meet here in Southern CA. I know a few of you are local or visiting and you might want to drop by. This will be three of the VMPS RM30 speakers, powered by th .......

172: Speaker Asylum, Sun! LA & OC Audio Society VMPS/TriNaural/Soundstrings (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-08-18, 12:55:11 (71.105.92.177)
Hi All, Again let me post the info on the meet here in Southern CA. I know a few of you are local or visiting and you might want to drop by. This will be three of the VMPS RM30 speakers, powered by th .......

173: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS/AMPzilla/Trinaural at LAOCAS meeting August 21 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-08-04, 11:03:02 (71.105.92.177)
Hi Chris, I have a tendency to agree with you on all counts. James is a great asset to the industry as both a designer and a "unique charachter". Getting him and Brian together is some show. Didn't he .......

174: Speaker Asylum, VMPS/AMPzilla/Trinaural at LAOCAS meeting August 21 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-08-03, 12:23:27 (71.105.92.177)
Dear Members, Coming Soon to the Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society! On August 21, it's LA's first "Trinaural" Audio Demonstration! Hosted by our own John Casler, it features 3 top of the lin .......

175: General Asylum, BIG ANNOUNCEMENT at LA Audio Society Meeting Today!! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-07-17, 10:13:58 (71.105.92.177)
Dear Members, (Guests Welcome) Be Prepared for a HUGE Announcment at todays meeting!! Also on the agenda: YOU READ ABOUT THEM IN PFO AND STEREOPHILE, NOW COME HEAR THEM IN PERSON! The Digital Ear Pres .......

176: Speaker Asylum, Re: My woofer won't stop barking... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-23, 21:22:10 (71.106.108.171)
While I have never heard a sub growl, it sounds like you are running TWO crossovers. (could cause growling? I don't know) If you are using the cross-over in your HK, you should set the dial on the Ear .......

177: Speaker Asylum, Just for the record (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-16, 17:21:53 (71.106.108.171)
Just for the record, Warner and I are both owner/dealers of VMPS, so take our comments with that in mind. .......

178: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS RM40s (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-15, 14:34:17 (71.106.108.171)
Especially good with the "new" AMPzillas monoblocs and Son of Ampzilla stereo amps. Talk about non-fatiguing slam : ) .......

179: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Arghhhhhh! Brightness getting worse! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-15, 07:07:15 (71.106.108.171)
Contrary to "popular belief" reducing room reflections "does not" decrease the perception of "brightness" at the sweet spot. In fact it, increases it. It also increases the perception of resolution, d .......

180: Speaker Asylum, Auralex GRAMMA Sound Isolation Riser improve "cymbals" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-07, 16:56:41 (71.106.96.254)
Hi Smoke, I can't think of any reason that this product would have "any" affect on your perception of high frequencies, except that it might have raised the tweater to a level more favorable to your l .......

181: Speaker Asylum, LA&OC Audio Society Event on Sunday, June 12th! (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-07, 14:49:30 (71.106.96.254)
Somehow I put the wrong header in. It should read as the one on this post. .......

182: Speaker Asylum, www.laocaudiosociety.com (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-07, 11:32:12 (71.106.96.254)
Here is the announcement about the next meeting: Members and GUESTS welcome Dear Members, Big News and Great Deals at the LA&OC Audio Society Event on Sunday, June 12th! "Hi Bob, please feel free to .......

183: General Asylum, LA & Orange County Audiophile Society meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-07, 11:29:22 (71.106.96.254)
Here is the announcement about the next meeting: Members and GUESTS welcome Quote: Dear Members, Big News and Great Deals at the LA&OC Audio Society Event on Sunday, June 12th! "Hi Bob, please feel fr .......

184: Speaker Asylum, Re: As I said.... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-03, 00:13:15 (71.106.96.254)
Hi Suits, As per Brian, about the new amp "500W rms/8 Ohms 1000Wrms/4 Ohms Elec. xover 30Hz-200Hz at 12dB single band parametric EQ 20 to 80Hz, adj. Q from .1 to 1.0 Encapsulated and damped with Dynam .......

185: Speaker Asylum, Re: They are not cheap (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-06-02, 16:00:54 (71.106.96.254)
Just to offer information: (I'm a dealer) The LARGER sub lists for $699 and fully loaded with options $914. Brian recently added an available 1000w amp for those who don't wish to use their own. List .......

186: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS Ads In The Back Of Audio Magazine... Anyone Remember Them ?? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-27, 16:17:20 (71.106.96.254)
Yessireee Bob, Wasn't the fellow in Florida? I lusted after them to, and then years later here I am a VMPS Dealer and like them even more. Maybe B, will chime in with the guys name, down there. ::: TO .......

187: Speaker Asylum, Monthly Meeting is next Sat - See above (nt) (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-21, 20:56:28 (71.106.96.254)
(NT) .......

188: Speaker Asylum, www.laocaudiosociety.com (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-19, 12:13:25 (71.106.96.254)
*********************************************************************************************** Dear Members, Here's what a really great Audio Society is all about! Our next event has it all! Renowned .......

189: General Asylum, Meeting Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-19, 12:11:07 (71.106.96.254)
*********************************************************************************************** Dear Members, Guests and Potential Members Here's what a really great Audio Society is all about! Our ne .......

190: Speaker Asylum, Skylan Manufacturing Ltd. Sky-20D Speaker Stands (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-12, 07:38:38 (71.105.88.33)
As a small hobbyist/dealer I might add that the SKYLAN products and Noel are great. Quality is the best, and pricing and service are stellar. Additionally Noel can provide some customization in some c .......

191: Speaker Asylum, Re: Well it's amusing ... but not true (The cannonball goes in one direction but the sub driver vibrates in both directi (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-05, 10:36:19 (71.106.102.96)
Hi Richard, I generally agree with much of what you post, but might offer the following: You said: Subwoofers typically weigh 75 to 150 lbs. -- they do not move when they are in use. I write: While it .......

192: Speaker Asylum, Re: stuff the "piano" theory, Bruce (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-03, 18:36:49 (71.106.102.96)
Bruce, I have no doubts that you may have floor problems, and maybe even have reduced them by de-coupling, but what you are saying doesn't make sense. You said: If the sub isn't heavy enough, you will .......

193: Speaker Asylum, Re: further thoughts (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-03, 17:36:51 (71.106.102.96)
Hi Keith, Yes your sand system "is" another way of adding mass to the sub, and I have to say it is probably the best suggestion for what JohnL is interested in doing. It would be made even better by a .......

194: Speaker Asylum, Simple physics and psychoacoustics (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-02, 21:49:38 (71.106.102.96)
Hi Keith, I think I have heard just about every type of coupling, decoupling and mass loading available, and decoupling does not and cannot offer the reactive load, needed to resist the forces of acce .......

195: Speaker Asylum, What is even "more" puzzling should be.... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-02, 15:46:47 (71.106.102.96)
How could Threshold have used them wired OOP (out of phase) to demo their amps? .......

196: Speaker Asylum, Don't have "Girlyman" BASS!! :^) (nt) (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-02, 15:41:33 (71.106.102.96)
Pump that BASS up a little .......

197: Speaker Asylum, Put your subs on a Weightlifting program (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-05-02, 13:13:01 (71.106.102.96)
Not to be a wise guy, but does anyone realize that De-coupling a sub is like putting a boxer on rollerskates? What you really want to do is "add mass" to reduce the larger reactive forces. Do be aware .......

198: Speaker Asylum, further thoughts (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-04-25, 10:54:38 (71.106.102.96)
As per your more detailed goal, I would suggest you would find my first suggestion of the latest incarnation of Bose 901's "would" give you the "Wall/Ocean of Sound" your looking for. 2nd Choice would .......

199: Speaker Asylum, Re: update or buy new speakers (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-04-22, 19:43:39 (71.106.102.96)
Contrary to what you will be told, there is no way to make a sweet spot expand much more than a couple inches in a normal sized room. That is, if you mean for it to retain "soundstage positioning and .......

200: General Asylum, Re: Update Info: April (Gallo Ref III) Meeting Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-04-08, 13:23:17 (4.33.193.16)
I don't have any idea. But we'll see April 17th .......

201: General Asylum, Update Info: April (Gallo Ref III) Meeting Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-04-07, 18:46:16 (4.33.193.16)
Below is an "UPDATE" message for those interested in the April meeting featuring the Gallo Ref IIIs and other toys listed below Dear Members, The Gallo Event at Evolution Audio and Video in Agoura Hil .......

202: General Asylum, Re: Agoura Hills? That works for a Los Angeles and Ventura County Audio Society Meeting; not so great for OC. (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-29, 10:16:43 (4.33.193.16)
Hi Big Dave, Since Southern CA is such a large area it "is" difficult to have "local" meetings. But that said, please take a look at the LAOCAS website (link below) and you'll see that many of the mee .......

203: General Asylum, Re: Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-28, 06:27:31 (4.33.193.16)
Hi Tim, No passes required. As a first time guest, just show up and check in as a guest. You can even get in on the raffle. (and the food) .......

204: General Asylum, Re: even hifitommy was there (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-26, 07:10:18 (4.33.193.16)
Hey Tommy, This one is in your back yard : ) .......

205: General Asylum, Re: Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-25, 12:38:52 (4.33.193.16)
Great! Hope to see you there. The Society is really taking shape. With raffles that have included A Cary tubed CD Player, a Manley Shrimp Tube Preamp, and now the Gallo 5.1 HT set up, you have a grea .......

206: Speaker Asylum, LA & Orange County Audiophile Society meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-25, 11:35:14 (4.33.193.16)
New members and guests most welcome! !!! EAR Thrilling EVENT on April 17th!!!!! It's Gallo time for the Society!! Don't miss this once in a lifetime event at Evolution Audio and Video in Agoura Hills .......

207: General Asylum, Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society Meeting (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-25, 11:28:43 (4.33.193.16)
Los Angeles and Orange County Audio Society New members and guests most welcome! !!! EAR Thrilling EVENT on April 17th!!!!! It's Gallo time for the Society!! Don't miss this once in a lifetime event a .......

208: Speaker Asylum, Re: Would you say VMPS are good "imagers" (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-22, 18:42:20 (4.33.193.16)
Hi Morgan, Take what I say with the knowledge that I am a VMPS dealer, but I too am an imaging freak and in the right room the imaging and soundstage capabilites are pretty incredible. It is one of th .......

209: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re:"Julius" is your man at audire@mail.com (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-21, 14:58:29 (4.33.193.16)
Last time I talked with Julius (a couple years ago) he was pretty much retired. .......

210: Digital Drive, Re: Which Universal Player to buy for Audio Only? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-21, 14:53:00 (4.33.193.16)
Hi Merc, I personally have not heard either. I have simply been told from a reliable source that the Onkyo is well worth the listen, and I am considering on myself (luckily my distributor carries them .......

211: Digital Drive, Re: Which Universal Player to buy for Audio Only? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-17, 09:12:51 (4.33.193.16)
You may want to look at the Onkyo SPV-1000 in that group too. .......

212: Speaker Asylum, Re: Speakers to match HK3480 Amp (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-01, 11:45:05 (4.35.153.21)
I have heard and many have reported that the ONIX Rocket RS 250MkII is a great little speaker in that price category. Do a search and read a couple reviews on it. .......

213: Speaker Asylum, Re: The VMPS are a must listen as they're typically (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-03-01, 11:39:43 (4.35.153.21)
Hi Bill, I am a VMPS dealer and would be happy to answer any of your questions "off list" .......

214: Speaker Asylum, Re: Sub for Dahlquist DQ-10s (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-02-21, 18:16:59 (4.35.153.21)
I recently pulled my Dahlquist Crossover out of mothballs and repaired a broken RCA plug. Looks like the same x-over used in the 125K Nola system (surely with updates) If you are looking for the Dahlq .......

215: Speaker Asylum, VMPS now has "powered" option (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2005-02-18, 07:54:01 (4.35.153.21)
Hi Jonbee, Thanks for the recomendation. I might mention that the VMPS subs were "designed" to offer detailed, musical bass, and initially were found to be very good when used with the QUAD speakers f .......

216: Speaker Asylum, Re: Ok AZ... (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-12-10, 14:26:33 (4.60.119.115)
AZRYAN:I said we can e-shake and start over more than once. It's time you quit you games w/ me and lighten up man. I'm not out to get you or VMPS. I've been more helpful to VMPS than many happy owners .......

217: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS Ribbons -vs- Green Mountain Continuum/Europai (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-12-07, 13:14:56 (4.60.119.115)
NM .......

218: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS Ribbons -vs- Green Mountain Continuum/Europai (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-12-07, 11:29:37 (4.60.119.115)
NM .......

219: Speaker Asylum, Re: Alphas vs. RM-40's vs. Excelarray (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-12-07, 11:24:46 (4.60.119.115)
Firstly I am a RM40 owner and secondly a dealer. I have read some of AZRYAN's comments and know him well from other forums. My intensions are not to "incite" defensive response but to offer an opposin .......

220: Speaker Asylum, Re: VMPS Ribbons -vs- Green Mountain Continuum/Europai (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-12-07, 10:03:43 (4.60.119.115)
Hi Randal, I own both the VMPS RM40s and the 626Rs. I have briefly heard the GMA Continuums in another system (not a good way to compare) I can assure you that both brands offer outstanding performanc .......

221: Speaker Asylum, Re: RM40's vs. Legacy Sig3's in a small (square) room? (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-11-26, 20:35:02 (4.60.119.115)
Hi Iguana Man, Did I answer this question on another list for you? First let me say I am a "hobbyist dealer" of many brands and products including VMPS and I used to also be a Legacy Dealer. I owned t .......

222: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Budget amp for dahlquist gq 10 (0.00)
Posted by John A. Casler on 2003-11-01, 19:34:08 (4.60.119.115)
Obviously you mean DQ10, and I have had 4 pair of them and still have one pair in the closet (hint, hint, they are available) I powered them with bridged Citation 16a amps (around 350wpc @ 8 ohms) Act .......

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