Sitting here at work I can't think of anything else - festfestfestfest.

Getting fired up?

I am!

:banana:

Pete

Me too!
I've got just about everything ready to go. Just need to back the old Ford Windstar into the driveway tomorrow night and load her up. Just about 500 lbs of speakers (2 pairs) and a couple of 100 lbs more in gear. I just hope I have plenty of room for everything. :scratch2:




Retro

Yep, me too.
Spent the last days sorting through LPs for my swap table and figuring out what to drag over. Lucky for me I live a whole 10 minutes away!!

I plan on going (!) with a friend from Royal Oak, which is close by. I was only there on Sunday last time and plan to get there Saturday and that may be less hectic and look forward to meeting as many as possible as last time I was overwhelmed to say the least.

I just found out I can't go. Maybe next year. Have fun guys!

John

I'm pumped! Not ready yet, though. Still trying to get all of the bits and pieces together. Can't wait!

Markus

Sounds like a freaking blast! Maybe next year.

Do the fests have a lot of vintage gear? Or is it mostly newer hi-fi?

Both!

Festivus!

:banana:

Pete

Sitting here at work I can't think of anything else - festfestfestfest.



Got it bad this morning - 7 more hours, and I'll go home and start loading the van :thmbsp:

Sitting here at work I can't think of anything else - festfestfestfest.

Getting fired up?

I am!

:banana:

Pete


You betcha Pete! :banana:

I haven't had time to start packing yet, but thats what the last minute is for right :D

:banana: The real 'March Madness' is AK Fest!

Except when it's in April.

:banana: Aww, who am I kidding, I want to start driving down there NOW!

I have to go to Grand Rapids first (which sucks), and then take the happy highway AKA I-96 all the way to Southfield, woo hoo!

:banana: The real 'March Madness' is AK Fest!

Whats march madness? :dunno:

Whats march madness? :dunno:

Seriously?

It refers to the NCAA College Basketball tournament which always begins in March.

Yeah, an' the Mighty Vols of Tennessee got Das Boot last night...Oh, well, they weren't supposed to be even able to make it as far as they did...

back on topic a bit Sitting in Jax airport waiting for an 8:17 take-off. At this rate, I may sleep through the entire weekend.

Have a safe flight and see ya soon

Dave

I just found out I can't go. Maybe next year. Have fun guys!

John

I'm sorry to hear it. This will be my first AK Fest, and only because strange circumstances have landed me temporarily in Royal Oak - I could nearly walk to the place. Who knew?

I will drink one in your honor.

I am new here so go easy. Is this Fest always in the same part of the country. Is it ever held other places? :D

It has to be held near where Grumpy lives, as the terms of his probation don't allow him to travel out of state. Ankle bracelet and stuff.

I know the situation well. Don't ask!!:no:

I'm just messing with ya. Grumpy is not on house arrest. As far as I know.

But I think the fest has been held here every year to date. Could be wrong, I'm frequently out of my mind.

Oh, and by the way - welcome. The traditional dog-pile-on-the-new-guy can be waived in this case, I think. But that's not up to me to decide.

"Dog pile on the new guy"? Let it rip, I can take it!!!

I'm pacing the floor ...ranting and raving and pulling my hair out rite now because I'm not there...... :sigh:

Easy there big fella :D

Let's all talk about 'em at the Fest like the dogs they are...You KNOW SOMEBODY up there's hooked up & followin this..& laughin' his arse off...

Well Sandy...we'll just party...right here!!

:yippy: :yippy: :yippy: :yippy: :yippy:

I can't wait for the alarm to go off at 5 tomorrow so I can jump in the car by 6 and get my butt up there. And this year, I don't have to come home the same day!

There ya go, Walker..Hey, Youse Bums at the Fest-N'yah, N'yah !!

http://audiokarma.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=44285&d=1174701778

Dance, I say...DANCE!!

You KNOW SOMEBODY up there's hooked up & followin this..& laughin' his arse off...

That'll be me tomorrow if they have the internet. I goofed off today too much and have some work to do. :D

I can't wait for the alarm to go off at 5 tomorrow so I can jump in the car by 6 and get my butt up there. And this year, I don't have to come home the same day!

Thats the attitude!! Mines set at 4am so I can catch my flight at 6:30am and I'll be in Detroit by 8:07

Yowsah Yowsah Yowsah !!

Ya all know they're there having a great time... talking... drinking... listening to tunes...
drinking... swapping gear... drinking... staying up late... drinking...

I don't know why... but I need a drink! :D

Scott

I've got an uncontrollable urge!

Ohhhhhh yeah... chickachikow

Took me awhile, but I'm there, man. All revved up and nowhere to go!

Man, that's crossing some genres just now. Devo, Yaz, and Ramones.

Rock on.

any body going there to record scrounge i,m looking for a lp ,,,,RUBY STARR with GREY GHOST if any body find one in decent shape grab it and ak me ,,thanks in advance ,,,robert

Just got home from the setup night, and if you liked AKFest in the past, you'll LOVE the 2007 version!!

If you live within 400 miles or so, you'll be booting yourself in the rear for not showing up; it's gonna be a goody!! :yes:

Ballroom blitz?

I'm bringing my Abba records.

BTW, just so all you homeys know, there's a major fubar with the wireless internet connection in the hotel, so any live reports may be a bit dicey.
I know folks are trying to hook up, but so far there's been limited success.

See you there............

Well, I hope that at least this year the elevators stop on the floor you want 'em to...and the hotel's restaurant is back open...Altho that restaurant down the street from Grumpy's house was VERY good...

Well, I'm on my way. You have been warned.

Wow! I know the FEST will be FANTASTIC! I tried booking a flight last week and the rates were ridiculous. My daughter wanted to visit University of MI and my wife was going to do the tours while I attended the Fest. About $1,600 not including hotel, car, etc. so I had to pass.:tears:

Would have loved to be there but we all will be anxiously awaiting updates and pics!

Hoping you all have a blast :banana:

Wow, I fly Northwest from Detroit to Raleigh once a month or so - usually runs about $300 roundtrip, sometimes less - 1.5 hour flight nonstop. If I am willing to be routed through Philly or DC, I can get it for $145 or so. Seriously, you might want to consider driving down to NC and flying out of Raleigh. Wish I had known you were having trouble finding good airline prices. Bummer, man.

Wow, I fly Northwest from Detroit to Raleigh once a month or so - usually runs about $300 roundtrip, sometimes less - 1.5 hour flight nonstop. If I am willing to be routed through Philly or DC, I can get it for $145 or so. Seriously, you might want to consider driving down to NC and flying out of Raleigh. Wish I had known you were having trouble finding good airline prices. Bummer, man.

Yep,that was for three of us. If it had only been me, I would have been willing to be diverted to get a cheaper flight but with the women along, it just wasn't going to work. Scheduling was also an issue as we could not leave until late Friday and had to be back by Sunday afternoon. when you add too many restrictions, the cost jumps tremendously as I am sure you are aware.

I will make plans next year however as I will be coming alone! :thmbsp:

any body going there to record scrounge i,m looking for a lp ,,,,RUBY STARR with GREY GHOST if any body find one in decent shape grab it and ak me ,,thanks in advance ,,,robert
I saw them once. :sigh:



Carl

Say their computer's tore up at the Fest? Hehehe..Ain't wishin' 'em no bad luck or nothin', but I hope their music server gets stuck on "Atomic Dog", "Dancing Queen", or "Feelings"....<grin>

Anybody want to buy a 50/50 ticket? I thought so.

http://www.wigwamjones.com/images/ak_fest_2007/IMGP1435.JPG

Anybody want to buy a 50/50 ticket? I thought so.

http://www.wigwamjones.com/images/ak_fest_2007/IMGP1435.JPG

Those dogs! Getting such a beautiful woman to lure all of those poor suckers in! :yes:

Where do I buy some?:banana:

Let me assure you, without question, she's even more gorgeous in person. I bought another $10 worth, on top of what I already had.

She was handin' out grinders at lunch.

I had seconds.:thmbsp:

If I was any more depressed I would have to lay down.

THE WORLD SUCKS and 2500 miles is to far for a weekend on my budget.

I wish all lunch ladies looked like her. i would have enjoyed school more for sure.

Crap! :yikes:

I asked for pictures and you showed me pictures... :drool:

Scott

Crap! :yikes:

I asked for pictures and you showed me pictures... :drool:

Scott

I'm seeing double-vision all the sudden for some reason...

No good deed goes unpunished. I just got called in to work. I am NOT believing this.

Sick kids are keeping me home this year...so far. I'm still hoping to sneak over there tomorrow.

http://web.mac.com/edshults/iWeb/Site/AK%20Fest%2007.html

My fest photos, all gear.

Thanks. some great shots, so much stuff to see and hear! The elevator still has a mind of it's own! The best people make for the best time!

Terry

Thanks Clarance I even more depressed now LOL

Another...

:yippy: :yippy: :yippy: :yippy: :yippy:
GOOD MORNING!!!
:yippy: :yippy: :yippy: :yippy: :yippy:

from me...hope all you folks are having a GREAT time at the AK Fest 2007!! I had a full day yesterday of 2 high school musical performances and to say that it was great fun would be an understatement--it was excellent...such talents on stage!! During the two final numbers there were over 100 students, fully choreographed and all singing--just stunning! Today is the last of 4 shows and all are (have been) sold out.

Happy AK Fest 2007 everyone and safe travels home!! Um...er...uh...anymore 50/50 tickets? :D

First thing I put on this morning was The Doors ~ The Doors. When "Twentieth Century Fox" starts playing I get a flash back to this thread. :yes:

:D

My fest photos, all gear.
:thmbsp:

Thanks for sharing!


Carl

Home again,Wow what a great time,Lots 'o' laughs,great music,great gear.Its too bad that the time goes so fast,I didn't want it to end....David



And one more thing what does an audiophile look like,LOL....

Nice pics and mouthwatering gear.

Thanks!:thmbsp:

I won a 50/50 raffle! :yes: :drool: :yes: :smoke:

I won a 50/50 raffle! :yes: :drool: :yes: :smoke:

Who got the Red Gum gear?? Didja win $$ Kegger??:banana:

Rich PA won the Redgum CD player,& Ms. Grumpy won the speakers....

let me to be the first to congradulate you rich on your new cd player:thmbsp:

you too ms grumpy what speakers did you win?

I'm not sure who won all the prizes, when you have a room setup and your
the only one guy doin it makes it a bit difficult to get out and see things at
times, I had a couple people room sit now and then to get around a bit.

I heard someone had spent a lot on raffle an got his money worth as he won
like 3 prizes, I won $45 on a 50/50 raffle which covered the tickets on prizes
plus 50/50 for me both days, so not to shabby at all.