HFV Pune meet

[vikoma]

Anybody interested in this "Thumb PC" device based MK802 II? It costs $50, and providing you full android experience with WiFi browsing etc. when you plug it into a HDMI display, and use (wireless) keyboard/mouse. Search for "Rikomagic MK802 II New Generation Mini Android 4.0 PC Google TV Box HD IPTV Player".

The interesting thing is, that this has Audio setting that can be set to either HDMI or SPDIF. The latter is actually via USB port (On-The-Go USB port). And I have successfully connected DAC (i.e. ODAC) and driven the speakers, and it is indeed quite a good quality of music on the cheap.

[My only problem is this: I connect its HDMI output to the Marantz receiver (as one of the source). But I am unable to select analog audio with this source - discarding the HDMI audio. So I have to connect DAC's output to another source's analog output, and so either I can see the display or listen to audio.]

 

[Jams4znik03]

Any responses either way. Even a "no" is fine since I am late to confirm

 

[Viki]

Any responses either way. Even a "no" is fine since I am late to confirm

You are most welcome to join, pls update the spreadsheet.

 

[Jams4znik03]

Is it okay to get my son aged nearing 16 yrs joining in? FYI - he is quite a music buff himself and plays the guitar. May be pretty enlightening to him. But he is still a kid and may be the odd out..let me have your frank views.will plan accordingly.

 

[Jams4znik03]

You are most welcome to join, pls update the spreadsheet.

Thanks. Updated ! See you soon !!!

 

[theredcommando]

Guys, can I join in? I am new and novice to all this hi-fi stuff and would like to gather some knowledge.
BTW, I have CA S30 speakers and Indeed hi-fi lab TA2020 based amp.

Let me know if I should bring them in(or if anybody else is interested in demoing them, they are most welcome).

 

[Flash]

Guys, can I join in? I am new and novice to all this hi-fi stuff and would like to gather some knowledge.

We are all novices

BTW, I have CA S30 speakers and Indeed hi-fi lab TA2020 based amp.

Let me know if I should bring them in(or if anybody else is interested in demoing them, they are most welcome).

Please bring in the CA S30 and Topping

 

[theredcommando]

We are all novices

That's modesty...

I am always amazed by camaraderie shown by HFV members, its extremely rare... kudos for that.

Great! Will update the spreadsheet right away...

 

[spirovious]

Guys, can I join in? I am new and novice to all this hi-fi stuff and would like to gather some knowledge.
BTW, I have CA S30 speakers and Indeed hi-fi lab TA2020 based amp.

Let me know if I should bring them in(or if anybody else is interested in demoing them, they are most welcome).

I have to check CA AM5 amp paired with S30, kindly bring both.

 

[AVlover]

Hi,

I think it is too late now to ask, I browsed HFV after a long time .... but still please let me know if there is any chance for me to join the meet

Are you still looking for an HT to come in, I have Yamaha RX V 467 may be of too lower grade... but I do not have any great speaker set yet. I can bring the receiver though

and I am completely without any knowledge ....

AVLover

 

[samirk]

Sorry guys, M2Tech Dac is sold now.

It will be gr8 to compare this one with Caiman,xonar & other DACs.

 

[mpw]

sorry.. was meant for another post..

mpw

 

[denom]

Hi all,

Looks like we are still growing in numbers!!! Request all interested to pls update the spreadsheet.

I think we have lots of gears now, so unless some one is bringing something exotic, I suggest we avoid getting any more as we will run out of time to demo all & I would not like the attendees bringing something which might not get an opportunity to be heard at all, due to paucity of time. Hope everyone understands this & accepts it without throwing any tantrums

Waiting for mumbai FM's interested in joining others in hired vehicle, to confirm with Hemant regarding the same & also w r t charges/meeting place etc. Need to finalise this before hand. Hemant pls update on the hired vehicle front.

 

[apk]

Hi Folks,

Is there space to accomodate one more person for the meet. I will be coming all the way from Ahmedabad.

Too late to get train tickets, but should be able to get AC buses from Ahmedabad to Pune and back.

Best,
APK

 

[denom]

Sorry guys, M2Tech Dac is sold now.

So glad for you, congrats. Our loss though as we would have loved to check it out

sorry.. was meant for another post..

mpw

Are you coming ???

Hi Folks,

Is there space to accomodate one more person for the meet. I will be coming all the way from Ahmedabad.

Too late to get train tickets, but should be able to get AC buses from Ahmedabad to Pune and back.

Best,
APK

Yes, pls join in.
Kindly update your info below:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Al1YxcoASECjdFRFaGhTMmdnRzVsX05QRG56WXBTTUE#gid=0

 

[Mr.Zed]

hello everybody

l would like to join too. I'm on the hunt for a entry level 5.1 speaker package and AVR. Have learnt a lot about various options from you guys, however being able to experience all the mentioned gear sounds like heaven.
With time I want to build a good signature like most of you already have.
Big movie fan here.
Thanx.

 

[apk]

Yes, pls join in.
Kindly update your info below:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Al1YxcoASECjdFRFaGhTMmdnRzVsX05QRG56WXBTTUE#gid=0

Great......Thanks. Will update the google sheet.

Can you tell me at what time we plan to conclude. Need this information so that I can plan my return tickets (I'm going to be coming all the way from Ahmedabad!)

Thanks,
APK

 

[srinisundar]

Looks like lot of gear in the list ???? Have you finalized the gear list to be brought and things to be played in order.

Hope it turn out to be an grand success and in an professional manner like earlier lead by "Sonosphere"..

Regards

 

[just4kix]

I shall also bring my old Onkyo TX-DS747 5.1 Ch AVR. I am offering it for sale, if someone wants it.

 

[rohitmusic]

Logged in after very long time and seeing this thread.

I will bring in Acoustic Portrait Pre and Power Amplifiers.

(I will be travelling that weekend but should be able to make it on 2nd)

Nice opportunity to meet fellow music lovers. Updated the sheet.

Thanks!