[Bill Baker]

For almost 2 years now, Response Audio has devoted a lot of time in the development of the EXtreme ASL Monsoons and Hurricanes. During the last 3 months, things have advanced several levels, especially for the EXtreme Monsoons.
 Now, with permission from both the manufacturer and distributor, we are taking these products to the next level. Because of the extent of the modifications, we will now be producing these under our Musica Bella product line with the EXtreme Monsoons now known as the Bella EXtreme 100 and the Hurricanes known as the Bella EXtreme 200. There are many more details to be released in the forthcoming weeks.

 Due to some price increases in several areas of the development of these products, the price for the EXtremes will see an increase within the next several weeks. The EXtreme Monsoons will see this increase September 15th.

 For this reason, I am offering one pair of Bella EXtreme 100 mono blocs at 15% off the current pricing of $5700 pr. (That's only $4845 + shipping). This will be the last pair built for 2006!
http://www.responseaudio.com/extreme%20asl%20monsoon.htm

 Unfortunately, we have already built the last pair of Hurricanes for the year. If there is anyone interested in ordering a pair of the "New Bella EXtreme 200" amplifiers, please contact me for details. For those who do not already know, the ASL Hurricanes have gone through some changes and there is no longer any of the current versions available. The cost of the new Bella EXtreme 200 has not yet been determined as we do not yet have a schematic for the new Hurricanes.

[Bill Baker]

 I just got off the phone putting in an order for more Monsoon amplifiers only to find out that I just grabbed the last 2 pair available till the next shipment comes in down the road.

 Last chance offer to grab one pair of the Bella EXtreme 100's at the $4845 price!!
 This offer will self destruct in 48 hours.

[Bill Baker]

Here are some shots taken of a pair prior to being gutted. This pair will go "under the knife" as soon as I finish the two pair currently on the benches.

[lonewolfny42]

Hey Bill....What's in the rack ?? Thanks....

[Bill Baker]

Hi Lonewolfny,
 At this time, the system is as follows:

 * The rack itself is a Sistrum Rack with Micro Bearing fill and adjustable Audio Points.
 * Acoustic Solid Transparent turntable with Clearaudio Virtuoso wood cartridge.
 * Jolida JD9 phono stage pretty much stock other than PIO bypass capacitors on the coupling caps. Soon to receive a full modification.
 * Level 2 Custom Jolida JD100 CD player with VH-Audio OIMP caps in both stages of the output stage. Second stage OIMP caps bypassed with Teflon units.
 * Manley Labs SHRIMP preamp
 * Musica Bella SP/AV-1 speakers (obviously not in the rack). At the end of the week, the speakers will be replaced with the Acoustic Zen Adagio in High Gloss Metallic Black.

[lonewolfny42]

Thanks Bill....looks good, and I bet it sounds good !!
                     
                                        Chris

[Bill Baker]

and I bet it sounds good !!

 I like to think so. Sounds much better (not only my opinion) with the EXtreme amps rather than the Monsoons. Not that the Monsoons don't sound good but I had a few non-audiophile people come in and mention there was clearly a difference.

 Maybe this week I will set up another pair of Monsoons and bi-amp the Bella speakers. Next week, these amps will be replaced with a pair of Bella EXtremes to burn in for the RMAF show

 While the EXtremes are burning in, I will be building a pair of Total EXtreme amps

[lonewolfny42]

Next week, these amps will be replaced with a pair of Bella EXtremes to burn in for the RMAF show

Great....I'll get to hear them in Denver....nice !!!

[Bill Baker]

Great....I'll get to hear them in Denver....nice !!! 

 Yes you will, as well as anyone else who wants to stop in for a listen. The show details will be released as soon as I get permission.

 As far as purchasing the show pair, already sold but maybe the new owner will let them go at the show? Possibilities are endless.

[Hantra]

Bill:

Please post some pictures of those Adagios in that color.  I'm anxious to see how that color looks.

Thanks!

B

[Bill Baker]

 My Black (Charcoal) Adagio speakers arrived today. I do have pictures I can send via email and will post on my site tonight or tomorrow. I have football practice and games the next 3 nights so time will be tight.
 If you want an email picture, email me direct at [email protected]

[Bill Baker]

And now back to the originally scheduled program.

For almost 2 years now, Response Audio has devoted a lot of time in the development of the EXtreme ASL Monsoons and Hurricanes. During the last 3 months, things have advanced several levels, especially for the EXtreme Monsoons.
 Now, with permission from both the manufacturer and distributor, we are taking these products to the next level. Because of the extent of the modifications, we will now be producing these under our Musica Bella product line with the EXtreme Monsoons now known as the Bella EXtreme 100 and the Hurricanes known as the Bella EXtreme 200. There are many more details to be released in the forthcoming weeks.

 Due to some price increases in several areas of the development of these products, the price for the EXtremes will see an increase within the next several weeks. The EXtreme Monsoons will see this increase September 15th.

 For this reason, I am offering one pair of Bella EXtreme 100 mono blocs at 15% off the current pricing of $5700 pr. (That's only $4845 + shipping). This will be the last pair built for 2006!
http://www.responseaudio.com/extreme%20asl%20monsoon.htm

 Unfortunately, we have already built the last pair of Hurricanes for the year. If there is anyone interested in ordering a pair of the "New Bella EXtreme 200" amplifiers, please contact me for details. For those who do not already know, the ASL Hurricanes have gone through some changes and there is no longer any of the current versions available. The cost of the new Bella EXtreme 200 has not yet been determined as we do not yet have a schematic for the new Hurricanes.

[Bill Baker]

Unfortunately, the price increases are now going into effect on the Bella EXtreme 100 mono blocs. I am still adding everything up and still need some update prices from one or two more manufactures of some of the internal components that make up these units.

 The last 2006 pair will still be offered at a discounted price but did have to be increased a little. Right now, $4995 will still get you a brand new pair of these amplifiers. Still well under the selling price throughout 2006 of $5700 pr.

 Face plates go to the engraver this week.

 The pair that are going to RMAF to be debuted in the ModWright room with the Acoustic Zen Adagio speakers are finished and have been burning in nicely for over a week. Just sent out one pair to England and have one pair still on the benches for a reviewer

 This special pricing will probably only last another week while I determine the new 2007 pricing structure. Interested parties can contact me for estimated turnaround times.

 A 50% deposit will be required at time of ordering with the balance due at time of completion just prior to shipping.