That's why I always loved AK Fests. Everyone played all sorts of music. Not just the audiophool stuff which drives me nuts. Had my share of shows so no more for me thank you.
AXPONA 2016
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That's why I always loved AK Fests. Everyone played all sorts of music. Not just the audiophool stuff which drives me nuts. Had my share of shows so no more for me thank you.
What I wouldn't do for a real Chicago dawg. Not this coney crap served up in Michigan 
I might drive up to visit my kids in town and then get together with same of my old horn pals and go to the show and get over to Gene and Jude's too (screw these east coast Sabrettes hot dogs we get done here). Or 35th St. Red Hots over by Sox Park. Maybe I'll take my camper and stay in a campground out by Joliet.
35th St. Red Hots
Indeed.
Does anyone remember the last time the Detroit area had an audio show of that type, where the major manufacturers turned up? For me, it goes back to late 70s, maybe 1980. I attended one at that hotel near Northland Mall. Pretty sure it was the year MoFi was founded, as I ended up buying the John Klemmer Touch LP at the show (still have it) and there was a big fuss over their records. After that, perhaps the follwing year, there was a show at Cobo Hall in the various meeting rooms. Then I don't recall any past that. Those were the last shows I attended.
I always wondered how big RMAF was. Anywhere near the size of what we'll see at AXPONA? That's one of those shows I would visit if I were in the area, but would not make a special trip.
I like to think we did a pretty good "smaller" show here in Michigan. Had some pretty big names show up to
Grumpy
I like to think we did a pretty good "smaller" show here in Michigan. Had some pretty big names show up to
I regret not knowing about them until just a couple of years ago. Which with my typical luck, was the year after the last AK Fest took place.
dwaller131
Well-Known Member
What I wouldn't do for a real Chicago dawg. Not this coney crap served up in Michigan
Ha ha! I live about 5 minutes from SuperDawg and hardly ever go; it's one of those "it's always gonna be there, I'll go tomorrow" scenarios.
(EDIT: I don't really think SuperDawg is all that great, I prefer the places like Duff's or this little joint called 'Natalies' in Norwood).
Being born an raised in Chicago I can say I never ate at many of the "popular" dog places. My favs were always the little corner joints where I got a combo of 2 dogs, fries and a pop for a couple bucks.
It's not about the show or the equipment or the music. It's about the partying and debauchery afterwards.
So, is anyone on for some drinking and debauching, or at least meeting up for a few minutes during the show, or over lunch? I'm in for 2-1/2 days (leaving 2-ish on Sunday), and have most of Saturday free, when I suspect most of us will be at the show.
Indeed. Is anyone planning on meeting up at or after the show? Waving as we pass in the hallowed halls of the Westin?
Or, just coming back here with pics of our favorites to share?
I'm driving in Thursday early (if work schedule allows), and am probably going to a few of the area record stores.
Or, just coming back here with pics of our favorites to share?
I'm driving in Thursday early (if work schedule allows), and am probably going to a few of the area record stores.
I was just looking over some of the seminars. Looks like a good lineup! I do want to get to the Van den Hul seminar, and one of Mikey's turntable setup sessions. There are a couple Saturday early afternoon that I'll be taking in as well.
http://www.axpona.com/sessions_byTrack.asp
http://www.axpona.com/sessions_byTrack.asp
FWIW, I'm booked at the Doubletree a few miles away from the Westin. They might still have rooms available if anyone is thinking of going on short notice.
My plan is to drive in Thursday morning, grab lunch, then hit a few record stores in the afternoon (Dusty Groove in particular, as they have a lot of rarities that interest me) and then dinner with my buddy who lives nearby.
Are we thinking of meeting up somewhere? I don't know who will arrive by Thursday evening but a meet 'n' greet is possible at the Westin, or elsewhere nearby.
My plan is to drive in Thursday morning, grab lunch, then hit a few record stores in the afternoon (Dusty Groove in particular, as they have a lot of rarities that interest me) and then dinner with my buddy who lives nearby.
Are we thinking of meeting up somewhere? I don't know who will arrive by Thursday evening but a meet 'n' greet is possible at the Westin, or elsewhere nearby.
Last call--I take it there's not much interest in doing an AK mini-meet at AXPONA? My availability is a maybe for Thursday after dinner, but a definite "yes" for Saturday after the show. They're having live music in the evening, I know, but I'll have had enough of crowds and the Westin by 5pm I'm sure.
My availability is a maybe for Thursday after dinner, but a definite "yes" for Saturday after the show. They're having live music in the evening, I know, but I'll have had enough of crowds and the Westin by 5pm I'm sure.
keithpgdrb
Super Member
Hey all. Shameless plug here. If any of you are also members over at Head-fi, the headphone enthusiast site, I put together a hang on saturday afternoon of the expo. PM me and I'll give you the deets.
keithpgdrb
Super Member
I'd be interested in an after show hang as well.
