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The appeal of a raffle is that many can afford to purchase a chance to own something that may not otherwise be in the cards financially. All the while contributing to a noble cause. I suppose the challenge comes in promoting to an extent that raffle ticket proceeds reflect, at a minimum, the true value of the speakers and potentially a lot more than that for Jeff's family.It's a shame that the simple implementation of such a thing seems to be fraught with pitfalls, both legal and moral.For my own clarity, will these be empty (albeit beautiful) boxes or completed speakers?
A decade ago, Dynaudio auctioned a pair loudspeakers, a limited edition run in a unique sapphire blue stained high gloss timber finish. All proceeds went to Médecins Sans Frontières, which, for those uninitiated, is a charity that deploys doctors to areas of most need, and the doctors either work pro bono, or take a meagre salary to afford shelter, food, clothing etc.It was a nice gesture from Dynaudio, and got the company some media exposure.But the outcome was that the auction had 5 bids and the winning bid was only about 50% of the MSRP.But the winner picked up for a limited edition speaker- for which only 30 were ever made in this Sapphire Blue finish!So MSF got a small cheque. Less that what a dealer could have sold it for.My point is, this was not an ideal outcome for MSF.If we are to attempt to raise the most funds for Jeff’s spouse, I think the mechanism- raffle or auction or other, is not so important, as to raising the MOST funds for Jeff’s spouse.I wonder if Rick & Kevin can you set a reserve for the auction, or minimum number of raffle tickets? And reserve right to cancel.It would be shame if this endeavour only raised a 1000, or less, for Jeff’s spouse. Not to mention to honour the work of Jeff (RIP), thoughtfulness, dedication and hard work of Rick and Kevin- we’d want to raise an $2K, $4K or $8K or higher, no? The ends should justify the means, in this case.
A stand mount 3 way. Have you disclosed the drivers? Have you posted any measurements? A great gesture and project.
I haven't noticed any updates on the raffle or bidding for this speaker. Does anyone know what's happening?Michael
Hi Rick, do you know if any of Jeff's finished speakers are for sale?
nice, hopefully a good review can generate interest and sales. Maybe your purifi speaker can be next. Call it Caviar because the woofer is so damn expensive
When you finish the Purifi designs I'd be curious if you could post your impressions on how that driver compares to the Scan-Speak, SB Acoustics and other premium mid woofs you have experience with.
I'm working with Jeff's wife to determine what we can do. I'll post more information when it becomes available.
Hi Rick,Any updates on this?
