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Post by kcatthedog on May 9, 2024 3:39:36 GMT -6
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Post by nick8801 on May 9, 2024 6:20:01 GMT -6
Forgot about that one....Upton for me on almost everything!
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Post by Oneiro on May 9, 2024 7:50:56 GMT -6
Yeah, surprisingly, when I first saw this one, the Upton came out on top vs. the Heiserman. I don't care if one is more period correct than the other, the Upton was smoother in those upper mids.
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Post by Ward on May 9, 2024 7:57:22 GMT -6
Right now, many of us are eagerly awaiting the release of mics 251 recreation since everything else he makes is freaking amazing and 1/2 the price! |
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Post by mics on May 9, 2024 19:38:24 GMT -6
Right now, many of us are eagerly awaiting the release of mics 251 recreation since everything else he makes is freaking amazing and 1/2 the price! Hi Ward and fellow RGO’s. We are just waiting on the head grille to come back from nickel plating. We have decided to go with BN251 so as not to tread on any toes. Here’s an interesting bit of info for you all; the ELA M 251 has had a trademark challenge applied for in December last year which is pending investigation; I have decided not to be any part of that shemozzle!!! I can’t wait for you all to hear her! Thanks |
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Post by Johnkenn on May 9, 2024 20:01:05 GMT -6
Right now, many of us are eagerly awaiting the release of mics 251 recreation since everything else he makes is freaking amazing and 1/2 the price! Hi Ward and fellow RGO’s. We are just waiting on the head grille to come back from nickel plating. We have decided to go with BN251 so as not to tread on any toes. Here’s an interesting bit of info for you all; the ELA M 251 has had a trademark challenge applied for in December last year which is pending investigation; I have decided not to be any part of that shemozzle!!! I can’t wait for you all to hear her! Thanks So Telefunken USA is trying to trademark the body style? I thought you had a certain amount of time to claim that and then it was over? |
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Post by mics on May 9, 2024 20:46:03 GMT -6
No not the body style. You can not trademark a physical design if you did not design it in the first place. T funk already have the term Ela M trademarked but this challenge is coming from a much larger entity. It was applied for the same day that the U47 was application was renewed.
The plot thickens……..
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Post by ericn on May 9, 2024 20:48:34 GMT -6
No not the body style. You can not trademark a physical design if you did not design it in the first place. T funk already have the term Ela M trademarked but this challenge is coming from a much larger entity. It was applied for the same day that the U47 was application was renewed. The plot thickens…….. That is is sad, hilarious and intriguing as hell all at once. |
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Post by Johnkenn on May 9, 2024 21:08:52 GMT -6
Are we taking guesses?
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Post by paulcheeba on May 9, 2024 22:07:48 GMT -6
Right now, many of us are eagerly awaiting the release of mics 251 recreation since everything else he makes is freaking amazing and 1/2 the price! So excited about this version as The capsule is the closest I’ve heard yet. I’ve been putting it in all my C12 style mics and it stands up so well to the early 60’s CK12. This is gonna be the winner. Can’t wait , I don’t think I’ve ever been so excited. mics is on fire. |
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Post by mics on May 9, 2024 23:29:16 GMT -6
All that I can see is that it was the same few days period when all of the big 5 names were registered or re-registered. I think that there are some interesting times ahead with some squibbling and squabbling to be had. To me it seems a bit ridiculous that anyone can try to hold any trademark over items that were released more than 70 years ago. These entities also realise that they have no legal hold, even if awarded the rights, but what it does do is force open the coffers of anyone who wishes to play ball. In the end, nobody will win and it will likely become free use (I think all of the big 5 will eventually head this way). Doing this will warn off those that don't like a fight and cost the ones that do a ton of loot. just my thoughts. |
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Post by Johnkenn on May 10, 2024 6:09:14 GMT -6
All that I can see is that it was the same few days period when all of the big 5 names were registered or re-registered. I think that there are some interesting times ahead with some squibbling and squabbling to be had. To me it seems a bit ridiculous that anyone can try to hold any trademark over items that were released more than 70 years ago. These entities also realise that they have no legal hold, even if awarded the rights, but what it does do is force open the coffers of anyone who wishes to play ball. In the end, nobody will win and it will likely become free use (I think all of the big 5 will eventually head this way). Doing this will warn off those that don't like a fight and cost the ones that do a ton of loot. just my thoughts. So “free use” is not exactly “free use?” I can’t imagine there even being a case with it being that long. I thought you had like a ten year period or something to claim trademark violations. |
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Post by Ward on May 10, 2024 6:12:17 GMT -6
Right now, many of us are eagerly awaiting the release of mics 251 recreation since everything else he makes is freaking amazing and 1/2 the price! Hi Ward and fellow RGO’s. We are just waiting on the head grille to come back from nickel plating. We have decided to go with BN251 so as not to tread on any toes. Here’s an interesting bit of info for you all; the ELA M 251 has had a trademark challenge applied for in December last year which is pending investigation; I have decided not to be any part of that shemozzle!!! I can’t wait for you all to hear her! Thanks That's just good business savvy, on your part. T.Funk could be doing a better job at improving their products, marketing and PR. Squabbling isn't good for any business. |
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Post by Ward on May 10, 2024 6:15:12 GMT -6
No not the body style. You can not trademark a physical design if you did not design it in the first place. T funk already have the term Ela M trademarked but this challenge is coming from a much larger entity. It was applied for the same day that the U47 was application was renewed. The plot thickens…….. There aren't many with skin in that game. There's no harmon guessing. |
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Post by ericn on May 10, 2024 11:59:23 GMT -6
No not the body style. You can not trademark a physical design if you did not design it in the first place. T funk already have the term Ela M trademarked but this challenge is coming from a much larger entity. It was applied for the same day that the U47 was application was renewed. The plot thickens…….. There aren't many with skin in that game. There's no harmon guessing. Told you we should have filed a trademark on Eric’s Large Accurate Microphone 😁 |
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Post by reddirt on May 10, 2024 17:36:32 GMT -6
"There's no harmon guessing". - Cut it out Ward or you'll have to change your name to Chris!
Cheers, Ross
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Post by ericn on May 10, 2024 18:35:21 GMT -6
"There's no harmon guessing". - Cut it out Ward or you'll have to change your name to Chris! Cheers, Ross Or Sam Sung😁 |
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Post by mics on May 10, 2024 19:42:39 GMT -6
For me, I think I need to look at “Noymahnn”
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Post by ericn on May 10, 2024 19:46:44 GMT -6
For me, I think I need to look at “Noymahnn” Love your Senni disposition Ben😁 |
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Post by chessparov on May 11, 2024 12:20:16 GMT -6
No not the body style. You can not trademark a physical design if you did not design it in the first place. T funk already have the term Ela M trademarked but this challenge is coming from a much larger entity. It was applied for the same day that the U47 was application was renewed. The plot thickens…….. Much like MY body. Style.  |
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Post by mics on May 11, 2024 17:32:39 GMT -6
No not the body style. You can not trademark a physical design if you did not design it in the first place. T funk already have the term Ela M trademarked but this challenge is coming from a much larger entity. It was applied for the same day that the U47 was application was renewed. The plot thickens…….. Much like MY body. Style. Your’s Chris is a work of art. It has so many mods!!!! |
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Post by Ward on May 14, 2024 18:12:21 GMT -6
For me, I think I need to look at “Noymahnn” I laughed hard at that one! LMAO |
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Post by msr74 on Aug 15, 2024 2:38:19 GMT -6
Hi Ward and fellow RGO’s. We are just waiting on the head grille to come back from nickel plating. We have decided to go with BN251 so as not to tread on any toes. Here’s an interesting bit of info for you all; the ELA M 251 has had a trademark challenge applied for in December last year which is pending investigation; I have decided not to be any part of that shemozzle!!! I can’t wait for you all to hear her! Thanks So Telefunken USA is trying to trademark the body style? I thought you had a certain amount of time to claim that and then it was over? Yes…12-18 months. I am doubtful they’ll have much success. I’m sure there will be challenges. |
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Post by tonycamphd on Aug 15, 2024 8:21:29 GMT -6
My understanding is design patents in USA are good for 17 years, if telefunken never had a patent issued they might be able to get one and that would eliminate copies for 17 years, this is my understanding as a person who went through the process of patenting an article for manufacture, but i am not a lawyer so take my take with a grain
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