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Just joined a few weeks ago and finally getting around to introducing myself. I hail from Central NY. I used to be on one of the other Carver forums of days gone by, went by icravcarver for those that may remember back in the day! I've been collecting Carver gear since the early 90's (after college!!). My first exposure to Carver was back when I was in middle school (8th grade) and an older neighbor, friend of my brother and sister, who know I was into stereo gear, took me to one of his buddies houses to see his new setup! Carver M-400 (not sure if it was a "t" version), C-9, Kenwood turntable, not sure of the pre (pretty sure it wasn't a carver) and some Klipsch Heresy's and put on Zeppelin II Whole Lotta Love. They put me in the "sweet spot" and proceeded to blow me away! Been hooked since. Since then, I started my collection with a HR-772, and have moved on to various other separates. Pieces I've owned (but no longer do unfortunately) are TFM-55 (still have it, need to resurrect it from the dead in the near future), TL-3220, TL-3300, and a TD-1700. Current pieces in my collection are TFM-45, C-16, C-19 (in process of re-capping/tweaking), SDA-490T, TD-1770, a new to me TL-3300 (missed the last one - so found another), and original Amazings (well originals with a 60" ribbon - not the (2) 30" ribbons)! Now the Amazings are being driven by my new to me Sunfire 300x2 amp. For my vinyl pleasure I currently have an Avid Diva II with a Rega RB-330 arm, and Vessel AS3SS cartridge in my main setup, which replaced my Linn Axis with Akito I arm and Ortofon Super OM-20 cartridge. I also am a big Polk speaker fan. I currently have a pair of SDA-1C's in my HT setup, Monitor 12's in my bedroom setup, and did have a pair of Monitor 5's, but sold them to a buddy of mine (who I see often enough it is if I still own them!). I almost snagged a pair of SDA-1.2's around the same time I grabbed the Amazings, but just couldn't justify having both! (Well, who needs to justify having any of this, but I let my brain talk me out of it!) I have a bunch of other gear, and some I am trying to fix up (starting to teach myself how to do it yourself - especially with the lack of competent techs in my area!). I could ramble on and on about this addiction.... wait, I mean hobby! I am looking forward to meeting new people that share this love of Carver gear and maybe even hooking up with some old ones from before! Looking forward to being a member here! Here is a link to a photo of my main setup in my Vinyl Den!: https://photos.app.goo.gl/PXkdi6BYZARLNsEK7 Neil

Monday Night Blues.........

Too Slim & The Taildraggers, The Remedy was released on July 17, 2020. "With 10 originals and one cover by Elmore James, The Remedy is a dynamic blues-infused rock and roots album, that once again proves the songwriting mettle of this hard-driving trio. Visual storytelling abounds, brought to life by multiple award-winner Tim Langford (Too Slim) on guitar and vocals, Zach Kasik on bass and vocals, and Jeff “Shakey” Fowlkes on drums. This time out, there are guest appearances from harmonica players Jason Ricci, Richard “Rosy” Rosenblatt and Sheldon Ziro. And what wonderful additions to the mix they are. Recorded in Nashville at Zach Kasik’s Wild Feather Recording studio, The Remedy is produced by the band." You can read the rest of the review here...

I imagine this Zappa with a marching band & high kicking majorettes at half-time show. Otherwise, at home, scoop up the nearest kitties & dance.

Supertramp School

The Doobie Brothers China Grove

Jefferson Starship Miracles

Sunday Cup of Joe.......

We'll be gentle.

Thanks for the very warm welcome! I really am not sure I will ever be able to stop the addiction, but it is a good one to feed! "Welcome @2chGearBuff to the "Carver Hybrid Amazings" club, too @BarryGand I both have a pair of Amazing Originals with the full-length ribbon and crossover upgrade kit. Love them too." Thanks. The one thing I am not sure of is if I have the crossover upgrade kit on mine. I never pulled the back cover off to investigate. Love the way they sounded from the day I got them! So, I figure, don't mess with it if you like the way it sounds!

Remembering Peter Green today: My favorite > The Supernatural

We do have a sticker for that.