Magenta Posted July 25, 2017 Author Posted July 25, 2017 I'm still digging them out of the far corners of the warehouse. I found a couple this afternoon that need to be checked..... They probably won't be ready until Friday. 1
t_mike Posted July 25, 2017 Posted July 25, 2017 Here's hoping that I make the cut. In fact here's hoping that everyone who wants one makes the cut. 1
Magenta Posted July 25, 2017 Author Posted July 25, 2017 I wish we had one for everyone who wanted one..... sorry to those who will miss out. I didn't expect such a huge response... Kind regards Mike 2
firefly0071 Posted July 25, 2017 Posted July 25, 2017 I have a Halcro 2 channel power amp and all thanks to Magenta!!!! (In hindsight I should have go a three channel power amplifier). I got a great deal. I am not surprised by the great demand for the Halcro SACD/CD player. 1 1
WhakPak Posted July 25, 2017 Posted July 25, 2017 3 hours ago, Magenta said: I wish we had one for everyone who wanted one..... Did you find any EC800 that are properly finished? 1
Magenta Posted July 25, 2017 Author Posted July 25, 2017 We could theoretically build more - we have enough parts. We could update the on-board DAC to something FPGA based and tidy up the Firmware. They would be a lot more expensive than these however - The secret to their stunning sound is the custom Swiss - built Transport - it's a killer! and looking at the cost of goods today - they were bloody expensive... The problem is the guys are too busy working on the new amp. here it is..... scoop... fancy nickel.... whohoo 5 1
Volunteer sir sanders zingmore Posted July 25, 2017 Volunteer Posted July 25, 2017 1 hour ago, WhakPak said: Did you find any EC800 that are properly finished? Presumably there'd be a commensurate price increase for those units right ? 1
Kaynin Posted July 25, 2017 Posted July 25, 2017 2 hours ago, firefly0071 said: I have a Halcro 2 channel power amp and all thanks to Magenta!!!! (In hindsight I should have go a three channel power amplifier). I got a great deal. I am not surprised by the great demand for the Halcro SACD/CD player. Yep, me too, picked up an MC70 through Magenta, very happy! 1
jtfoto Posted July 25, 2017 Posted July 25, 2017 Hi Mike. Mate if during your ratting around in the factory you happen to chance on a front tray panel for the EC-800 could you let me know. Trying to fit a new panel with the way it is mounted could be rather difficult. Cheers mate. 1
vafi66 Posted July 25, 2017 Posted July 25, 2017 Interested in a player if any more area avaiable thanks Chris 1
WhakPak Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 15 hours ago, Magenta said: ...The problem is the guys are too busy working on the new amp. here it is..... scoop... fancy nickel.... whohoo Looks like a dm88Mk2 with painted finish....waiting on the upgrade path option for dm88 owners.
WhakPak Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 (edited) 15 hours ago, Sir Sanders Zingmore said: ..Presumably there'd be a commensurate price increase for those units right ? As I mentioned I would be prepared to pay for a properly finished product....those unfinished ones going out the door is so un-Halcro. However I'm reconsidering my spinner/DAC options and am contemplating ordering an Esoteric K-01X and word clock. But if Halcro were to pimp-up the spec and make an EC800Mk2 with digital input that would certainly get my attention. Edited July 26, 2017 by WhakPak
Magenta Posted July 26, 2017 Author Posted July 26, 2017 (edited) 6 hours ago, WhakPak said: As I mentioned I would be prepared to pay for a properly finished product....those unfinished ones going out the door is so un-Halcro. However I'm reconsidering my spinner/DAC options and am contemplating ordering an Esoteric K-01X and word clock. But if Halcro were to pimp-up the spec and make an EC800Mk2 with digital input that would certainly get my attention. So "Un-Halcro"???? Perhaps asked the people who were lucky enough to get one if they are disappointed....... This was an act of generosity on our part and I'm proud to have offered these to the good people on this forum........ These wonderful players may have sat unused in our factory for years otherwise..... At least now they are being enjoyed by music lovers and genuine enthusiasts who are part of this community..... if that's un-Halcro then welcome to the new Halcro - where music matters most,,, Edited July 26, 2017 by Magenta 16 1 2
colinm1 Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 I'll love one if you find another hidden somewhere,unfinished is fine by me,! keep up the good work 1
rantan Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 Damn straight @Magenta I only wish I could get one, finished or otherwise. 2
Kaynin Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 21 minutes ago, Magenta said: So "Un-Halcro" That's okay. Whakpak's comments are so un-SNA. 3 1
rantan Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 7 minutes ago, Kaynin said: That's okay. Whakpak's comments are so un-SNA. Very true. Elitism is as elitism does 1
Martykt Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 25 minutes ago, Magenta said: So "Un-Halcro"???? Perhaps asked the people who were lucky enough to get one if they are disappointed....... This was an act of generosity on our part and I'm proud to have offered these to the good people on this forum........ These wonderful players may have sat unused in our factory for years otherwise..... At least now they are being enjoyed by music lovers and genuine enthusiasts who are part of this community..... if that's un-Halcro then welcome to the new Halcro - where music matters over profits.... You are a credit to the industry sir !! I hope all the lucky members who got one of these units get lots of enjoyment from them, a wonderful act of generosity. I can't wait till November to hear all the exciting stuff you guys have been working on !! I'm sure it will be one of the highlights of the Hifi Show. 6
jtfoto Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 I could not be happier receiving mine and looking forward to carefully redoing the front. (will be a bit of a challenge but fun never the less). I certainly don't regret in any way buying this unit part finished. The audio quality certainly makes up for that. A big thumbs up to Mike for giving all those who managed to acquire one the chance to own such a great bit of kit. 2
Magenta Posted July 26, 2017 Author Posted July 26, 2017 1 minute ago, jtfoto said: I could not be happier receiving mine and looking forward to carefully redoing the front. (will be a bit of a challenge but fun never the less). I certainly don't regret in any way buying this unit part finished. The audio quality certainly makes up for that. A big thumbs up to Mike for giving all those who managed to acquire one the chance to own such a great bit of kit. Thank you John
Guest Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 49 minutes ago, Magenta said: if that's un-Halcro then welcome to the new Halcro - where music matters most,,, I can't say how much I love this line. 6
Spider27 Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 7 minutes ago, jtfoto said: I could not be happier receiving mine and looking forward to carefully redoing the front. (will be a bit of a challenge but fun never the less). I certainly don't regret in any way buying this unit part finished. The audio quality certainly makes up for that. A big thumbs up to Mike for giving all those who managed to acquire one the chance to own such a great bit of kit. +1. Greatly appreciate what Mike did for this community and it is definitely huge bargain. Can't wait to see what Halcro offer for new product lines at HiFi show later this year.
WhakPak Posted July 26, 2017 Posted July 26, 2017 I've had an association with the Halcro brand probably longer than anyone else here on SNA. I've certainly owned more of their products than anybody else here. The company used to pride itself on production perfection. Sending out unfinished product I think dilutes the brand. But with this new direction at least more people get to become owners and enjoy their wonderful products. That's a good thing. But I am entitled to my opinion about diluting the brand.
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