It was a very interesting show. Exhibitors were down about 30% from the 2019 show. There were quite a few manufactures that had equipment there but did not have a room to themselves, VPI & & Bob’s audio devices to name a few. The show was well attended and in the afternoon on Friday & Saturday was quite crowded.
Stopped in at Alta Audio, and I see (hear) why Frank uses these speakers to demo his equipment. It was one of the few rooms that did not overpower the room. Most were peaking at 100db or more. Alta on the other hand was a real pleasure to be in. They sounded great.
The whole reason for this post was an experience I had in another room where they were demoing a very large (physically) class D amp. The designer has taken off the top and was describing all the components. I mentioned that I had recently replaced my electronics and he asked who…I told him Van Alstine.
Dead quiet, then a soft “oh, I guess we’re done here”. To say I was shocked is an understatement.
In February I replaced 40+ year old equipment with the SET 120 Control Amplifier and the Vision Q Phono Preamp. After hearing equipment 10X as expensive, Frank’s gear stands toe to toe with the best of them. I couldn’t be happier.
