He does not Albert, he's local to me and just a friend who likes to work with wood and is a perfectionist (my favorite people to work with) It's MDF wrapped in 2" of White Ash with any remaining air gaps filled with foam, so it's very dense and heavy (we think around 400 lbs. Measures 62"W x 24"H x 25"D and is unfinished as I like the Ash as it looks naturally and have no light or humidity issues in my room. I can connect you to Mark if you are thinking of a project, drop me a mail or give me a ring.

I really need to get you over someday soon but my schedule is very challenging these days. I commute to Pittsburgh now so time at home is less than usual and more focused on family. Romey cat misses you and you haven't ever met Hurley the dog, he is also awesome, although they are not friends.

arthursmuck September 30, 2015 01:05

Art, I tried looking up Mark Crowley to view specifics of your equipment rack but no luck.

Does he have a website?

albertporter September 29, 2015 20:59

Thanks!

arthursmuck September 29, 2015 17:00

Arthur, Dave Smith has it...I will get him to pass it along...

agear September 28, 2015 21:03

Hi Agear, I never did, what was his info again?

arthursmuck September 28, 2015 19:51

Arthursmuck, How do those those big Tannoys sound being driven by 2A3's? Thanks Jet

jetrexpro September 28, 2015 13:22

Arthur, did you track down the engineer from Chalice Audio?

agear September 28, 2015 04:17

Thanks guys, I sure do enjoy these speakers and have a good set of options to run them with!

arthursmuck August 25, 2015 14:13

Wow just seeing this system for the first time and what an amazing system it must be! Very thoughtfully put together quite obviously from speakers to all your amps to your source and to the elegant and tasteful room itself! Totally gorgeous Arthur well done and my naked lust for a pair of big Tannoy's intensifies! Thanks for sharing I can only imagine the hours you log in front of that rig just grooving!

jond August 24, 2015 00:02

Art,
To add to the correct comment by Charles:
And such a phenomenal pair of speakers
in a fittingly nice sized room, as well.
Very nicely done!!

isochronism August 22, 2015 21:02

Cdrc,
You don't allow anyone to ask you questions or make comments on your system, so I why are you doing it to other members? You comments are obviously meant to stir the pot as usual anyway.

roxy54 August 22, 2015 04:39

Art,
I understand, you're in a situation that allows the use of two excellent amplifiers. Continue to enjoy for a long time.
Charles,

charles1dad August 21, 2015 21:25

Thanks Harve...

Charles, they are both great amps the Shindo just does that Shindo thing but stops just short of the SET magic that you get from the LM, and I have a soft spot for 845's...I have both so I can swap in and out when I feel like it.

Cdrc - if you'll clarify, I'll try to respond...

arthursmuck August 21, 2015 18:56

And real and organic musical engagement too Chuck??..... Lastly art, how would they sound driving a pair of speakers on 14 ohms of steroids?

cdrc August 13, 2015 17:35

Hi Art,
As I've written before I really like your system configuration, it must sound fantastic. How does your Line Magnetic with its 845 tubes vary found your Shindo amp driving the Westmister? do you clearly prefer one over the other in terms of pure musicality and emotional involvement?
Thanks,
Charles,

charles1dad August 13, 2015 12:20

Hey Art-
You've been busy and the system looks great! I'll have to figure out a time to get down there to hear those great speakers with the Shindo gear. My guess is that the sound is probably pretty spectacular. Your room looks like it was actually designed around the Westminsters, a really nice visual fit. :-) Congrats.

fplanner2000 August 13, 2015 04:15

Happy Fourth of July, Art!
Miss you all down Texas way :-)

c1ferrari July 05, 2015 03:54

Come on down Sam!

arthursmuck July 04, 2015 04:09

Hey Art...seriously, no joke that it's quite a change! ;-)
I can only imagine you're in midrange bliss -- ahh.
Tannoy loudspeakers can be intoxicating.

I had the privilege of spending a small bit of time in a couple of mastering rooms in L.A., which featured custom Tannoys with Tannoy super tweeters and some non-Tannoy custom subs...the room and sound were terrific!

I'm due for another tour of Texas to visit the good people there. :-)

c1ferrari July 01, 2015 07:05

Thanks Albert, I do need to get back over and I will have you by for a listening session sometime soon. My schedule is a bear and Kathy is in Chicago quite a bit helping out her family so finding the time is the challenge! I will make both happen though before the summer is out. I can't wait to hear your changes and catch up. Soon my friend!

arthursmuck June 29, 2015 22:45

Art, you are welcome to attend any of our Tuesday night get together and listen with us.

Your friend (and mime) Jim Rivers (FM Tuner Info) is due this Tuesday as well as John Semrad, the Spence brothers, Chris Owens and Eric Whetstone. Could be others as well.

My system has changed so much since you were here last you would not recognise it. The Focal are so beautiful and musical it’s amazing and I finally got my digital where I’m excited about it.

No, digital is still not up to my analog but it’s really good :-),and I think would surprise you.

The Westminister were Ronnie’s favorite (Koetsu importer) before his death. I was always drawn into his room at shows and often sat and listened when I was supposed to be getting photos done.

I would love to hear them in your room and hope you can find time to visit us here.

albertporter June 29, 2015 05:30

Dev - I have not heard the Horning, but have read many good things about them. I'll be interested to see where you go with your setup, enjoy the journey!

arthursmuck June 29, 2015 03:43

Art,

Time for you to host a listening party. I want to hear the Tannoy.

albertporter June 29, 2015 00:14

06-21-15: Arthursmuck
System edited: A total reboot from my previous system(s)

Hey Arthur, how ironic that both you and I are doing similar with efficient speakers - TW GR speakers were on my short list too - looking good in your room but still look large.

I have never owned a high efficient speaker before and always wanted to, I experienced for the first time a speaker which is 98db and plays 20 to 20 with no crossover on 7 of the octaves, very nice indeed. Have you ever heard one? It's a Horning speaker, looking forward to matching them up with appropriate amplification.

dev June 28, 2015 21:20