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TMCD
04-06-2008, 09:48 AM
Hello World!

I'm Tom and have been hooked on A/V since grade school. You know - the guy who ran the projector.

That was back in the the mid-1960's.

Even so I was never into the actual complete understanding of the more technical aspects of electronics, the closest I ever got was building a Heathkit ohm meter.

I did however manage to learn to understand specs and educate myself to the point where I became am audio bug.

Growing up I found it difficult to afford the goodies I'd lusted over and eventually put those yearnings on the back burner for other pursuits which were more attainable.

Some of my working experiences include video production, audio/video duplication, sound mixing and recording.

Other working experiences include retail and outside sales, photography, mechanics, oilfield, various IT work, web site creation and manual labor.
I've lived in Washington, Oregon, Alaska, New York, Moscow, and finally back home. Currently I reside in Northwestern Montana, out in the sticks and it's snowing as I type.

I started using the Internet in 1989 during the 1200 baud days and have been a member of various boards over the years. That said, I'm well versed in netiquette which leads me to assert you'll find my participation in AK as a humble member.

A few years ago middle age struck and I found myself hitting ebay to re acquaint myself with the market for those items I've either lost, sold, or was unable to acquire. Hence I've lurked on AK seeking the tidbits and pearls which an only an on-line community such as this can provide.

The conversion from lurker to member is now begun and finally the 'search feature' is accessible.

In the last several years I've purchased more than a few silver face era components, mostly Pioneer. However Sansui and I are very close.

For instance I've most of the Pioneer Spec components and even a SX 1980. OTOH I've a Sansui working G-22000 and a non working G-33000 (ebay disaster). My speakers are mostly Sansui with six SP-X9000's and two SP-X9900's. I've also some JBL monitors and Bose 701's.

I'm very fond of the warmth of tube amplifiers coupled with analog components and will eventually look towards tube only amplification.

It's my hope that someday I'll complete an analog recording studio.

As time permits, I'll scan my available brochures and manuals for free distribution in efforts to contribute back to the community.

Well that about covers it, all for now and,

All The Best,

Tom

Urizen
04-06-2008, 09:50 AM
Enjoy the forums, Tom!:music:

cubdog
04-06-2008, 10:04 AM
Welcome to AK.

cubdog

BroonsBane
04-06-2008, 10:08 AM
Welcome aboard Tom :thmbsp:

rsfmotoman
04-06-2008, 11:14 AM
Good to have you here.

vinyldavid
04-06-2008, 02:20 PM
Welcome!

RichPA
04-06-2008, 02:50 PM
Welcome, Tom.

Gohan
04-06-2008, 03:11 PM
Welcome to AK TMCD!

Gohan

catrafter
04-06-2008, 03:46 PM
Welcome to AK!

Tom

Doctordirt
04-06-2008, 04:04 PM
an asset I'm sure you'll be, you sweet talker you!

Tucker99
04-06-2008, 04:12 PM
Welcome to Ak!

Already wanting to contribute brochures and manuals...now that's the AK spirit ! !

But don't rush into it...no great urgency...just take your time and scan and post 4 or 5 each day 'til you're done (LOL)

stereodctr
04-06-2008, 04:16 PM
Welcome to AK, Tom!

Scorpion8
04-06-2008, 04:21 PM
Welcome!

Sandy G
04-06-2008, 04:28 PM
Nice t'have ya here! Welcome !

Divotdog
04-06-2008, 07:39 PM
Welcome aboard!:thmbsp:

ozmoid
04-06-2008, 08:22 PM
Welcome to AK, Tom! :music:

1200 baud, huh? I bet you remember when there were only BB services, no "websites" like we know them now. :D

Glad to have you aboard, you certainly have an impressive collection of gear already. I look forward to your contributions! :thmbsp:

Holst
04-07-2008, 10:02 AM
Howdy Tom!

cableguy
04-10-2008, 11:47 PM
Welcome aboard...




Bill