So long VR-9 Mk1

es347 · « **Reply #40 on:** 26 Aug 2011, 10:23 pm »

Jack sez: I do not have the words.

Let me take a shot at it then....the sonic heavens opened and I went into this deep audiophilic swoon (much like when I heard that first campaign speech back in '08

)...angelic harps were placed properly in space against, dare I say in this particular heaven, the noir-est of noir backgrounds. And there, floating above it all, Jon Valin giving me a thumbs up...well that pretty much nailed it for me....these must be best Jon's ever heard...uh, this month.

Did that capture it Jack?

Just a little fun my friend. The 9s and the 11s could very well be the best of the best but alas, something I may never experience first hand

JackD201 · « **Reply #41 on:** 27 Aug 2011, 12:25 am »

I've owned 9s for over three years and have listened to them for four. I think it can be said, I have a firm grasp of their capabilities. The top loudspeaker designers will tell you that the crossover is the heart of a loudspeaker. Well, this one got a heart transplant. I honestly don't know what to say bro. I could wax poetic but that wouldn't really tell the story. I know it isn't perfect but I don't know where it fails in any criteria.

es347 · « **Reply #42 on:** 27 Aug 2011, 01:54 am »

You are getting dangerously close to nirvana. I wonder what happens if one gets there??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HY-03vYYAjA

JackD201 · « **Reply #43 on:** 27 Aug 2011, 05:46 am »

The way my left brain and right brain are fighting it out to fathom the degree of improvement all around probably WILL make my head explode Gavin

Gimme some time and I'll eventually sort things out. I don't know what I was expecting, you know I have a bit of a cynical side. I surely wasn't expecting a WTF? moment! I'm still shaking my head in disbelief. My eyes can't seem to come to terms with my ears. I mean the speaker looks the same but sounds totally different and better in every way. I'd say the difference is as great as going from GenIII HSE's to 5 Annies except there's the shock of so much more useful, tuneful and deeper bass to go along with the improvements in the mids and highs. It's like they grew another pair of 15"ers. The midbass is so much tighter too.

See.....I'm beginning to sort things out already

I'll catch Albert and Damon tonight. It's Keith's B'day party.

In the meantime, here are some of pics for ya.

Jaco Pastorius · « **Reply #44 on:** 27 Aug 2011, 02:02 pm »

Thanks for the pictures Jack!
A very interesting thread!! ,and I wouldn't mind seeing more pictures

ceedee · « **Reply #45 on:** 27 Aug 2011, 03:29 pm »

Hi Jack,

Thanks for sharing the pictures.
Really great to see the new mk II growing by the hands of Damon and Albert.

Have a nice party and say happy birthday to Keith.

Cor

es347 · « **Reply #46 on:** 27 Aug 2011, 08:13 pm »

No rubber gloves?...no masks??

Great pictures Jack and loved the one of the back of your head. Man, you are experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime moment. So....still planning on moving up to the Magicos?

JackD201 · « **Reply #47 on:** 28 Aug 2011, 01:09 am »

I think you mean Marigo, as in the dots

violetmachan · « **Reply #48 on:** 28 Aug 2011, 09:18 pm »

Hello chief ewok
Looks like you guys are having a ball!!....is the upgrade more like being there or the 9se on turboboost ......are there changes to the midrange and woofer drivers or just better quality components in the crossover plus vsa wiring....I think the real magic is in the plotting , planning and the anticipation of the events leading to the upgrade......remember paradise in all in your mind......to keep the passion going.......make sure you do not make peace with your mind.....then the magic is surely over
Chief.....a good photo essay will be just nice
Happy listening
Passive violet

JackD201 · « **Reply #49 on:** 29 Aug 2011, 11:45 pm »

Albert officially promoted me to Wookie Commander 2 days ago

Oh man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

es347 · « **Reply #50 on:** 30 Aug 2011, 12:32 am »

uh...pictures?

Bill Baker · « **Reply #51 on:** 30 Aug 2011, 01:45 am »

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Albert officially promoted me to Wookie Commander 2 days ago

So now you are going to change your profile........??
................. and avatar??

Sorry if this is a silly question but....what exactly is a Wookie Commander and what does he do

JackD201 · « **Reply #52 on:** 30 Aug 2011, 02:14 am »

Pictures to follow shortly Gavin

Hey there Bill! Wookie Commanders are supposed to make sure the vines they swing on Tarzan style are firmly attached. So I guess I am not certified for speaker upgrades but am allowed to strip wire and be a cable slinger. I was given the chance to take a mallet and a crowbar to the old boards but I chickened out!

Change of Avatar.......hmmmmmm........sounds like a plan!

choffman · « **Reply #53 on:** 30 Aug 2011, 02:29 am »

I like Star Wars and all but as an M3 owner I vote against the change of avatar.

JackD201 · « **Reply #54 on:** 3 Sep 2011, 02:31 am »

The e46 stays

motorcitym3 · « **Reply #55 on:** 3 Sep 2011, 02:57 am »

Quote from: choffman on 30 Aug 2011, 02:29 am

I like Star Wars and all but as an M3 owner I vote against the change of avatar.

Or keep everyone happy with this one:

JackD201 · « **Reply #56 on:** 3 Sep 2011, 03:10 am »

Canyon Carver vs Super Highway Muscle (factory limited to 178mph)

i definitely am an M Fanatic. What more proof can I offer. My loudspeakers are finished with this exact paint.

motorcitym3 · « **Reply #57 on:** 3 Sep 2011, 03:21 am »

Beautiful! Much nicer than my simple black

top down motoring is fun too!

And I design cars for Roush Racing/Ford SVT (Ford GT, Shelby gt500, Raptor etc) LOL

JackD201 · « **Reply #58 on:** 3 Sep 2011, 03:26 am »

Nice! Those cars look like they are straight out the factory floor!

Here's a pic of the VR-9s (still in Mk.1 guise) in Sepang Bronze

I'm looking to order a pair of VR-4s in Jerez Black Metallic. Gotto love the hint of blue when the light hits it.

motorcitym3 · « **Reply #59 on:** 3 Sep 2011, 03:33 am »

Simply stunning my man!

Thanks for the compliment on keeping my cars clean. I just got rid of a 95 M3 that was even cleaner: