I'm afraid those days are really over and I expect there will be less and less and the years go by. High End Audio's business model is unchanged since the 1950's however the world has changed and left it in the rear view mirror.Elliot, I take no offense. I should note that it was HP that asked if I would bring it to him, not you are Sandy. I heard him ask it as the telephone was on speaker, I guess.
I miss having a local dealer. I haven't had one since 1978.
Norm
I'm afraid those days are really over and I expect there will be less and less and the years go by. High End Audio's business model is unchanged since the 1950's however the world has changed and left it in the rear view mirror
Happy Birthday E
Well Steve when you turn 65 it is not "happy" just another birthday. Plus Elliot is a grouchy old man.
Unfortunately I've been there and done that
Some people have such a profound influence on an aspect of life that it is hard to fully appreciate their impact because it is so fundamental that almost all related areas are affected. In the worlds of audio and music appreciation Harry Pearson was a true sea change that repeatedly reminded us that audio should be about music appreciation and not equipment, brands, watts or technology.
I had the privilege of visiting Sea Cliff on a number of occasions and listening to music with Harry for hours and talking even longer. These extended contacts helped me see a side of Harry that was only partially visible in his writings.
He was man who was devoted to his core beliefs, even at the expense of commercial success. As we talked about his ouster from the magazine he saw as a child and us audiophiles and music lovers loved so much, The Absolute Sound, the very soft and passionate side of Harry was undeniable. Most of us would have been angry, but Harry focused on trying to find a new vehicle to share his musical and audio passions.
Harry was driven by life and the emotions that it can provide to those of us who are receptive. Through his writings he tried to share his personal experiences, especially those driven by music.
The world of audio has truly lost one of its most important driving forces. We owe it to Harry to remember that it is about the music and not the equipment.
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