Powerchord 23 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Thanks for the addition into the group. My first pieces of Carver equipment came by way of accident. I worked in Woodenville, Washington making custom furniture for a shop called "Regency Oak". Next door was Bob Carver's building. We traded a custom made cabinet to Bob and received a M-0.5 Amplifier and a CT-7 Tuner. I still have both pieces today. About two years ago, I decided to get an audio room together and met Greg and Jenny. So far I've added a pair of AL-III Oak trimmed speakers, a C-11 Preamp with the BillD mod, and two black faced M-500t MKII Amps. Right after getting these items my audio room (in the basement) flooded but I managed to save all the gear. The room has been rebuilt now and I can't thank Greg and Jenny enough for helping me along with this hobby. Electronics are "some kind of sorcery" to me so will be asking a lot of questions. The one thing we will all have in common is a love and appreciation of music. Thanks again, Terry 3 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo 1,399 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Welcome aboard @Powerchord!!! Sorry to hear about the unfortunate flooding problem. But it sounds like you're well on your way to wonderfully musical future! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sk1Bum 9,444 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Hello Terry, and welcome to thecarversite.com. We're glad you're hear. There is a lot of information here, much technical know how, and a pretty good bunch of folks that are happy to help. A BillD modded preamp with the M-500t mkII is an outstanding combination, and I'm glad you saved your gear from the flooded basement. Once you get to Novice status, please consider uploading some pics of your gear in the Members Systems area. We all like pics of all kinds of audio gear. In the meantime, kick your shoes off, turn up the music, and welcome aboard. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie 16,426 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Greetings @Powerchord ! We're glad you found us!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis47 792 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 WELCOME @Powerchord! Glad you found us. Very interesting back story: trading Bob C. for M-05 and CT-7. Looks like you're well on you way to an outstanding system with the MKII M-500t's, C-11 w/ BillD mod and the AL-III's. Greg does such a fantastic job on Carver equip. Enjoy the music!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob 3,773 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Welcome to the site @Powerchord It always starts with one piece and then it grows. Then you get on this website and OCCD takes over. This is a great place to be and there are a few of us from Lansing area. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian_at_HHH 2,589 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 A definite big welcome to the group! Sounds like you've been getting guidance from the best, and that OCCD decidedly has it's hooks (appropriately) deep into you. No need to coach you on the merits of Carver gear, nor to tell you there are great people to help look after your gear, here - you're clearly in great hands, so please, enjoy the music, but I'd suggest you lay off Handel's Water Music for now. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadvw 2,679 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Welcome to the site @Powerchord! You have a good start on your systems, and with a little encouragement (enabling) from other members here, you will have music in every room of your house. In the mean time, enjoy the site and questions are always allowed......😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnrotten 1,053 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Welcome!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xavionics 1,076 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 Welcome aboard Terry! Cool story on your first Carver acquisition! Sounds like you’re all set and ready to hunker down for the winter. I grew up in da UP too. I know how they can be. -Lee- 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs 2,103 Posted December 7, 2020 Share Posted December 7, 2020 8 hours ago, Powerchord said: So far I've added a pair of AL-III Oak trimmed speakers, a C-11 Preamp with the BillD mod, and two black faced M-500t MKII Amps. Wow - that will do! Welcome. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvandyke_texas 432 Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 I didn't know Carver gear worked in the snow. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesMan57 1,267 Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Welcome to the forum Sir...Glad to have you aboard..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Receiver2000 2,103 Posted December 8, 2020 Share Posted December 8, 2020 Welcome powerchord!!! Great to have you. Lots of good information and fun around here. Have a look around and enjoy all the great guys who are always willing to help. Glad that you found us. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Community Admin AndrewJohn 7,223 Posted December 8, 2020 Community Admin Share Posted December 8, 2020 Welcome @Powerchord, can't wait to see your rig. Excellent provenance and water-disaster recovery story !!, Post a picture of your rig, when you can..., we love pictures ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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