[Zachik]

Ok, pulling a red eye, followed by flight out after the meet! Going solo =( but I’m going! =) super stoked to be super tired but meeting a bunch of you! I’ll be running light, so Cayin N6ii, Andromeda Golds and either CA Cascades or Focal Elegia. Depending on room I might bring some random other headphones =)

I am flying out after work on Friday, arriving after midnight, and flying out Sunday afternoon. Not as short as your trip, but still pretty tight - will be missing out on fun stuff with great people for sure... (some compromises made, but better than not attending!!!)
BTW, I am very happy to meet you in person!

 

[BananaOoyoo]

Will be in Chicago that weekend, and hoping I’ll be able to stop by (even if it’s just for a bit)!

 

[CreditingKarma]

Slight update to equipment.

I am going to be getting a metrum pavane lv3. I will bring that in addition to the metrum onyx.

Is it ok to have some items that might be for sale at the meet as well?

 

[VOLKOV9]

Is it ok to have some items that might be for sale at the meet as well?

I don't know officially but I bought an amp last year.

 

[AxelCloris]

Ok, pulling a red eye, followed by flight out after the meet! Going solo =( but I’m going! =) super stoked to be super tired but meeting a bunch of you! I’ll be running light, so Cayin N6ii, Andromeda Golds and either CA Cascades or Focal Elegia. Depending on room I might bring some random other headphones =)

I did that last year. You're in for a looooong day, but it'll be worth the trip.

If it's helpful to know, last year O'Hare's TSA Pre-check line shut down at 8:30 PM for our terminal. We ended up going through the normal TSA checkpoint and had to empty two large backpacks (45L+ each) full of gear and send it through the scanners. It was a pain. If you're planning to haul gear as a carry-on and you're signed up for TSA Pre, you might want to check the checkpoint hours for your return flight. https://www.flychicago.com/ohare/myflight/security/Pages/TSA.aspx

 

[TylersEclectic]

I am flying out after work on Friday, arriving after midnight, and flying out Sunday afternoon. Not as short as your trip, but still pretty tight - will be missing out on fun stuff with great people for sure... (some compromises made, but better than not attending!!!)
BTW, I am very happy to meet you in person!

Nice! It will be really cool meeting a bunch of the people here =) looking forward to it! Just changed up my flight plans a little bit... arrive late Friday night, depart around 7pm on Saturday. I'll miss out on the after meet food and drinks, but like you said compromises were made =) I'm super stoked though!

 

[TylersEclectic]

I did that last year. You're in for a looooong day, but it'll be worth the trip.

If it's helpful to know, last year O'Hare's TSA Pre-check line shut down at 8:30 PM for our terminal. We ended up going through the normal TSA checkpoint and had to empty two large backpacks (45L+ each) full of gear and send it through the scanners. It was a pain. If you're planning to haul gear as a carry-on and you're signed up for TSA Pre, you might want to check the checkpoint hours for your return flight. https://www.flychicago.com/ohare/myflight/security/Pages/TSA.aspx

Thank you for the heads up! I am doing exactly that! probably a Peak Design 10L sling and either camera backpack or slim backpack depending on what I end upbringing. Probably, listed gear above, Camera with one zoom lens and maybe a prime. iPad, and I'm debating bringing along my Switch...probably will for the flights lol.

 

[durwood]

My schedule changed so it looks like I can attend this for a few hours. I will probably be doing more listening than sitting at a table with what I bring, not sure how it works. Bringing another audio geek.

 

[BooUrns]

Is it ok to have some items that might be for sale at the meet as well?

Yes- totally fine to sell/swap/trade at Festivus. We won’t have a specific section of the room for that, but feel free to let people know what you’ve got for sale in the thread or at your table.

**As always, please take all necessary precautions when entering into sales or trades. Make sure you’ve adequately protected yourself and feel comfortable with all elements of the transaction. **

Disclaimer done! Have fun swapping gear

 

[BooUrns]

All the way from Keep Portland Weird Oregon... Campfire Audio will be joining us at Festivus! They will be bringing some exciting gear for your listening pleasure.

Lookin to be a real good time

 

[CreditingKarma]

Yes- totally fine to sell/swap/trade at Festivus. We won’t have a specific section of the room for that, but feel free to let people know what you’ve got for sale in the thread or at your table.

Thank you I am reallyooking forward to this event.

For anyone interested I am looking to sell or trade the following items.


ALO CV5 portable hybrid tube amp $550

Metrum onyx incredible NOS R2R DAC $1700. I am only selling it because I have a pavane lv3 on the way.

Possibly a Campfire Solaris with an additional 2.5mm balanced super litz cable. $1,195

Astell Kern Ak300 dap $475

I also have a pair of kef ls50 and an arcam integrated a38. Only offering if there is someone that is local that would be interested I can bring them to avoid shipping.

I am so looking forward to this it is going to be great.

 

[mswobo]

I am looking to buy a pair of open headphones,,,,,budget 800 but will look at HP's up to 1000. Whats a budget if you cant break it...

PM me.

I will be attending the show.

 

[mswobo]

Will there be opportunity to hook to internet via a cat cable? My streamer does not do WiFi.

 

[smith6552]

I just happened to stumble on to this today. I'll definitely be there. Found out about the last one the day after it ended.

 

[BooUrns]

I will be attending the show.

I just happened to stumble on to this today. I'll definitely be there. Found out about the last one the day after it ended.

So glad to have more people joining! If you know anyone from Illinois who's into headphones-- make them aware that there is an all-you-can-eat buffet of headphones and gear happening on October 5th and they shouldn't miss out!
We at ZMF HQ are getting pretty excited for the times ahead. Anyone who hasn't yet, please RSVP so we can be as prepped as possible. We want to have enough stickers, snacks, tables, chairs, etc.
RSVP by clicking here: https://forms.gle/ZZ7ycgKmxGAQWaxq7