[greyhorse]

All:
 
This thread was created so anyone could quickly see where things are at with preparations for this meet.
I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the IC thread, and offer special thanks to merkil for getting the ball rolling with this meet.
 
Event Information:
Date: Saturday May 04, 2013
Time: 12:00PM-6:00PM (venue will be open from 11:00AM for setup)
Location: Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre, 30 Carlton St. Toronto, ON M5B 2E9
Entry Fee: Free (donations are gladly accepted)
 
The following presentation contains pictures of the room as well as parking information.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1icvO7x45BXu2h9hCI32f_Pa3vgDCoAoVyeNYvhTPLkQ/edit?usp=sharing
 
The People:
 
Event Planning: greyhorse (IRL Jeff)
 
Hosts: MickeyVee (PT)
 
Security: 2? positions available
 
Confirmed or Tentative Attendees (28):
greyhorse
Chris J
MickeyVee
Kroc
azncookiecutter
tdunks
AlanHell
monoglycer
Apo0th3karY
Stapsy
danielghofrani (tentative)
FNgr8
jrprana
ambchang
FightBrothers
Zoom25
ngyu
joebobbilly
FallenAngel
meiaen
Zida
jono454
Gozzer
zyxwvutsr
jchrist
2-i
TheGomdoRi
Clsmooth391
 
The Equipment:
 
Extension Cords:
MickeyVee x 2
Chris J x 1
 
Power Bars:
MicketVee x 2?
Chris J x 1
 
Updated Equipment List:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AkYIB7lZ-6BCdFJhUWxnQnlfRnhZdHRDbERoaXo5ZXc&usp=sharing

 

[greyhorse]

What still has to get arranged...
 
Host:
The only meet I have been to was to philodox's flat for a Hamilton Meet.  philodox was a gracious host and made everyone feel welcome, which is something we are going to need to make even newer members feel comfortable at this one.  I could give this role a whack, but I will likely end up mentally traumatizing a few people instead, so I would like to ask if anyone would be willing to act as a host for this meet.
 
Security:
One issue at another meet was when everyone left for lunch and there was no one there to guard the equipment.  While this meet might be on the short? side at 6H, I am sure people would like to go out for refreshments throughout the afternoon.  Between myself, the Host and 2? security volunteers, I think we can cover the length of the meet.  How we are going to arrange this is yet to be decided, but I would like to ask if anyone is willing to volunteer for this.
 
Extension Cords and Power Bars:
MickeyVee has generously offered to bring 2 extension cords and a couple of power bars.  From what I can see of the room layout provided by the Holiday Inn, there are 10 outlets arrayed around the room.  My current room layout proposal is shown in the presentation I have linked in the previous post.  Even with 10 outlets, we will probably need more extension cords and power bars.  Can anyone who can help with bringing extension cords or extra power bars, please PM me to let me know?  If everyone could also try to bring as many power bars as are needed for their own gear, that would be great.  If anyone has a better suggestion for arranging the tables, please let me know.  Thanks.
 
Attendance:
There are a lot of people on the IC spreadsheet who either cannot go or have lost interest in the meet.  In order to figure out who is still planning on attending, I am asking everyone to please send me a PM to confirm attendance.  I would also like to make hardcopies of each member's equipment list so they can have these handy at the meet (this practice makes sense and seems to be getting common).  Could everyone also please provide their updated equipment list?  Thank you.

 

[greyhorse]

Meet Guidelines:
This is basically copy and paste from other meet threads but please see the following meet guidelines.
 
Preparations for the meet: 
Please PM me your attendance and gear list if you have not already done so.  This will help us create individual equipment lists for each “booth”.
Wash your hair and ears as thoroughly as possible.
Avoid the application of any hair products or anything that will soil ear pads or headbands.   Wearing deodorant on the other hand is recommended.
Try to label any small accessories with your name.  These apparently get misplaced occasionally, and labelling will make it easier for them to be returned to you.
Bring a power bar with enough outlets to power your own gear.  Any extra power bars or extension cords are greatly appreciated; so far it looks like we will not have enough.
Try to bring something soft or stable for your headphones to rest on.  This will reduce the likelihood of your headphones getting damaged.
Try to eat an early lunch before the meet.  No outside food or drink is allowed at the hotel, so you will have to step out for any refreshments.
Wash your hands prior to entering the venue if they have become soiled in anyway. 
 
At the meet:
Please treat all gear with the utmost care and respect.
Ask if you are unsure how to operate a piece of equipment.
Do not remove any cables or make any other changes to a setup without the owner's permission.
Do not remove any gear from a setup without the owner's permission.
Please treat other members with the utmost respect.
 
Thanks.

 

[monoglycer]

Thanks for making the official thread greyhorse.
 
For advice for individuals I would say everyone should try to bring a power bar to the meet, what way we will be sure to have more than enough.

 

[tdunks]

I will be there for sure with Denon D5000, AKG K550, AKG Q701, DUNU DN-22M, Fiio E11, Fiio E17, Little Dot I+, iPod Classic, and MacBook Pro
 

 

[Chris J]

Still comin' out, baby!
 
AKG Q701
Beyer DT880
Sennheiser HD424 balanced
maybe some bogus ATH-ESW10 Japan
 
FiiO E09K, E17, E12
La Figaro 336C
iPod & Waddya digital dock
 
Power bar & extension cord

 

[ngyu]

i'll be coming and bringing a HD650. My amp is the Essence STX... so unfortunately I doubt I'll bring my tower down.

 

[danielghofrani]

Quote:

Still comin' out, baby!
 
Beyer DT880
 
 
 

Nice man, what impedance on that puppy?

 

[MickeyVee]

I'm still in!
Equiment: Schiit Bifrost/Lyr MacBook Air, Senn HD700, HiFiMAN HE500, vModa M100 (probably on a iPad Mini) and possibly a new Audinst HUD-MX2 if ist's in by then.
I'll bring long extension cords and a few power bars.
I can get there early and would help with hosting duties.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!

 

[Zoom25]

I'll be bringing the planars.

 

[danielghofrani]

ill be bringing my laptop, HE500, Bifrost, Lyr, sansa clip+, and a power bar

 

[FightBrothers]

Bring fxt90, koss tony bennet/dj200, samsung s3, ipod video 80gb and a friend.

 

[Chris J]

Quote:

Nice man, what impedance on that puppy?

 
600 Ohms and don't call my headphones dogs!   

 

[Chris J]

Quote:

I'm still in!
Equiment: Schiit Bifrost/Lyr MacBook Air, Senn HD700, HiFiMAN HE500, vModa M100 (probably on a iPad Mini) and possibly a new Audinst HUD-MX2 if ist's in by then.
I'll bring long extension cords and a few power bars.
I can get there early and would help with hosting duties.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!

 
Great!
You can see your old E17 with it's new companions: the E09K and the E12. 
And I can listen to your HD700 and Lyr again!

 

[joebobbilly]

I'll be there.  Though the gear I have will already be brought by others.  Should I still bring something?