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Post by kcatthedog on Oct 2, 2024 11:46:36 GMT -6
Here is something interesting from FB today .
“We will be making 10 units this year for our 10 year anniversary in December.
Each unit will be 10U tall and will include 3 pieces of gear into 1.
They will be sold exclusively to clients with more than 10 of our rack units
It will be very special!!
Suggestions?“
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Post by skav on Oct 2, 2024 12:00:22 GMT -6
Here is something interesting from FB today . “We will be making 10 units this year for our 10 year anniversary in December. Each unit will be 10U tall and will include 3 pieces of gear into 1. They will be sold exclusively to clients with more than 10 of our rack units It will be very special!! Suggestions?“ Sounds fun, but maybe not practical? |
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Post by Johnkenn on Oct 2, 2024 14:30:09 GMT -6
How about they just send me 10 pieces of gear instead  |
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Post by kcatthedog on Oct 2, 2024 14:54:09 GMT -6
I suggested they think 3 purpose built themes,:tracking 3 stereo /dual mono units, mixing and mastering
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Post by poppaflavor on Oct 2, 2024 17:42:26 GMT -6
I get a very yucky feeling from this. Only 3 devices?! For 10 RU? That's 3.33 RU per device. That's insane. How on god's green earth is that anything but an ego massage for Stam at the expense of rack space?
I don't like the idea of taking up rack space to fulfill Stam's ego by flashing their anniversary real estate hog in my rack.
Unless there is ample justification for 10 RU (other than gloriously fulfilling Stam's towering ego) I pity the fool that buys this Rube Goldbergian behemoth.
I've got a suggestion for Stam. Deliver something meaningful and special that justifies it's rack space with something other than the number of years you've been in business.
Now... If it's a 16 mono channel StamChild for ATMOS 9.6.1 mixes then I'll retract everything I've said.
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Post by kcatthedog on Oct 2, 2024 17:51:05 GMT -6
I think , reading between the lines of the announcement , they have custom board to integrate components so the real estate isn’t an issue?
Guess, we will have to stay tuned ?
What’s unusual about any business celebrating, it’s first 10 years ?
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Post by poppaflavor on Oct 2, 2024 18:19:09 GMT -6
I think , reading between the lines of the announcement , they have custom board to integrate components so the real estate isn’t an issue? Guess, we will have to stay tuned ? What’s unusual about any business celebrating, it’s first 10 years ? Sorry perhaps I didn't get your point. Can you clarify what you meant by a custom board to integrate components justifying 10RU for 3 devices? If they put it all on one board rather than modular boards that would be incredibly foolish. That is too many eggs in one basket and increased rejects without any advantage. Meaning one error on a large board might reject the equivalent of 3 modular boards, which leads to increased cost of the unit. I think I'm just not understanding the justification you mentioned though. In terms of them being allowed to celebrate 10 years any way they see for, I totally agree. I was pointing out though that imo only a fool would spend their own or company's money on something that sacrificed space for an anniversary event rather than function. I can't imagine a real studio would do that where space is a premium and they don't care about a 10yr anniversary in their long term business plan, and no clients will ever come in and proactively ask for it (although upon arrival clients may be naively wowed by the got-da-biggest-dick-ism of a 10RU piece) would do that. Just my 2 cents sniping from the peanut gallery :-) |
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Post by kcatthedog on Oct 2, 2024 19:12:06 GMT -6
Well, Josh stated this: “Each unit will be 10U tall and will include 3 pieces of gear into 1.“ for me the 3 into 1 part makes me think they may be doing something interesting with the circuit ? I’m prepared to give Stam the benefit of the design doubt, given his success with running 2-3 circuits in one actual unit: the 76 adf, adg, 2a+, etc., come to mind and the simplification of the Fairchild psu: no small accomplishments. Also, let’s be frank , these are not for general consumption but will apparently only be available to clients with 10 or more Stam units: a reward for their brand loyalty and support. I’m sure not in the 10+ club! |
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Post by stam on Oct 2, 2024 19:19:03 GMT -6
I get a very yucky feeling from this. Only 3 devices?! For 10 RU? That's 3.33 RU per device. That's insane. How on god's green earth is that anything but an ego massage for Stam at the expense of rack space? I don't like the idea of taking up rack space to fulfill Stam's ego by flashing their anniversary real estate hog in my rack. Unless there is ample justification for 10 RU (other than gloriously fulfilling Stam's towering ego) I pity the fool that buys this Rube Goldbergian behemoth. I've got a suggestion for Stam. Deliver something meaningful and special that justifies it's rack space with something other than the number of years you've been in business. Now... If it's a 16 mono channel StamChild for ATMOS 9.6.1 mixes then I'll retract everything I've said. =) |
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Post by poppaflavor on Oct 2, 2024 20:18:17 GMT -6
I'm right aren't I? Confirm it dude! If true I'll manage to get up to 10 devices purchased just to qualify for my ATMOStamChild 9.6.1. Maybe it's a failure of my imagination, but I genuinely doubt you will actually make good use of that space. Please, please prove me wrong so that I have to come back here groveling and eat crow. |
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Post by ericn on Oct 2, 2024 20:42:53 GMT -6
I think , reading between the lines of the announcement , they have custom board to integrate components so the real estate isn’t an issue? Guess, we will have to stay tuned ? What’s unusual about any business celebrating, it’s first 10 years ? Sorry perhaps I didn't get your point. Can you clarify what you meant by a custom board to integrate components justifying 10RU for 3 devices? If they put it all on one board rather than modular boards that would be incredibly foolish. That is too many eggs in one basket and increased rejects without any advantage. Meaning one error on a large board might reject the equivalent of 3 modular boards, which leads to increased cost of the unit. I think I'm just not understanding the justification you mentioned though. In terms of them being allowed to celebrate 10 years any way they see for, I totally agree. I was pointing out though that imo only a fool would spend their own or company's money on something that sacrificed space for an anniversary event rather than function. I can't imagine a real studio would do that where space is a premium and they don't care about a 10yr anniversary in their long term business plan, and no clients will ever come in and proactively ask for it (although upon arrival clients may be naively wowed by the got-da-biggest-dick-ism of a 10RU piece) would do that. Just my 2 cents sniping from the peanut gallery :-) Yeah but at least he isn’t offering a mic with a special platting that will be cheaper in a year than the regular version, yeah you all know who you are. Sold lots of those over the years. |
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Post by kcatthedog on Oct 2, 2024 20:45:42 GMT -6
“so that I have to come back here groveling and eat crow.“ Setting the table now ! |
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Post by drumsound on Oct 2, 2024 23:11:36 GMT -6
10 years from taking the first deposit or from the first delivery?
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Post by kelk on Oct 3, 2024 0:17:03 GMT -6
Get ready to remodel your whole studio on the 20U anniversary in few years.
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Post by thehightenor on Oct 3, 2024 1:50:53 GMT -6
10 years from taking the first deposit or from the first delivery? 10 years from taking the first deposit to the first delivery |
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Post by stam on Oct 3, 2024 3:59:49 GMT -6
10 years from taking the first deposit or from the first delivery? 10 years from taking the first deposit to the first delivery Oh come on!!…It only took 9 years. Don’t exaggerate |
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Post by stam on Oct 3, 2024 4:06:14 GMT -6
Loving this thread so far.
The 10U unit wasn’t my idea but a request from a famous engineer and another one jumped on board after hearing about it.
Since the 10 year anniversary was approaching I decided to make 10 of them. I’ll probably also build a wooden rack case for them.
I remember Eric Valentine saying the Unfairchild sold over 1.000 units and it’s 8U. So having 3 units in 10U doesn’t sound crazy to me.
I don’t expect to make many of these but I will say I am very excited for this one and it’s a nice way to celebrate 10 years of work
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Post by ericn on Oct 3, 2024 4:36:52 GMT -6
Loving this thread so far. The 10U unit wasn’t my idea but a request from a famous engineer and another one jumped on board after hearing about it. Since the 10 year anniversary was approaching I decided to make 10 of them. I’ll probably also build a wooden rack case for them. I remember Eric Valentine saying the Unfairchild sold over 1.000 units and it’s 8U. So having 3 units in 10U doesn’t sound crazy to me. I don’t expect to make many of these but I will say I am very excited for this one and it’s a nice way to celebrate 10 years of work I don’t want to see the freight bills on what ever you do for 25 years Josh😁 |
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Post by thehightenor on Oct 3, 2024 6:31:11 GMT -6
10 years from taking the first deposit to the first delivery Oh come on!!…It only took 9 years. Don’t exaggerate |
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Post by lowlou on Oct 3, 2024 6:59:44 GMT -6
Josh, is there a problem with the stereo pultec dual output stage build ? I'm waiting for mine with the optional nice trannies. Courage ! These 10ru halo units will probably be works of art. Can't wait for the reveal ! |
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Post by chessparov on Oct 3, 2024 11:44:43 GMT -6
10 years from taking the first deposit or from the first delivery? Darn. Figures that an A-1 Drummer would… Beat me to it.  Chris |
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Post by lowlou on Oct 3, 2024 12:09:06 GMT -6
10 years from taking the first deposit or from the first delivery? Darn. Figures that an A-1 Drummer would… Beat me to it. Chris Chris for my 500th post on this forum, I just want to thank you for being so nice ! Good evening |
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Post by chessparov on Oct 3, 2024 13:13:41 GMT -6
For my 500 Thousand-enth… I thank you! |
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Post by Ward on Oct 3, 2024 15:12:36 GMT -6
Fun thread!!
Stereo N pre
Stereo EQP+M
Stereo LA2a
Stereo 76ADG
Tt Patchbay for all that!!
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Post by kcatthedog on Oct 3, 2024 15:38:19 GMT -6
For my 500 Thousand-enth… I thank you! Nice ! |
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