Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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Dark Ranger
Well, 15 pages is great, but you missed 4 pages! :D
From past experience, Dave is always working on something even though it appears like everything is quiet. For many reasons, he'll also wait to announce something or provide additional info until he feels comfortable with its certainty. I can't fault that, as it prevents the "over promise, under deliver" issue. Over the past several months, much of the time was spent evaluating components (and the endless revisions). After all, Dave's a perfectionist. :)
Yes, 2013 will be a great year. I've been following this thread since its inception. I can't wait to finally see the fruits of his labor and install a pair into my Sierra-1s.
That said, hopefully he and his family actually did get to enjoy the holiday.
It will be here soon, folks, the moment we've been waiting for. :D
I'm excited, however, there's one thing bothering me. During my catch-up, I couldn't tell if the Sierra-2 was a Sierra-1 replacement (like the SE's) or a new line altogether. I'm currently eyeing some Sierra-1's, and I understand they'll be upgradable to 2, but I want to do this in the most cost efficient manner :D.
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
Have no fear! ;)
Based on the information we have, the Sierra-1s aren't going anywhere. See these posts from The Man himself (bold emphasis mine):
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davef
Hey everyone...
A quick update to this thread...
While I can not post details just yet, we have made a rather significant investment into the future of the Sierra-1 / Sierra-1 NrT.
Combining our vast experience, our decades old worldwide vendor relationships and our resources - crucial attributes that few, if any, other ID companies can match - work has now begun on something quite special...
Current and future Sierra-1 owners will be very, very happy :D :D
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davef
If all goes as planned, this will be our most significant upgrade yet. The Sierra-1 and Sierra-1 NrT will not change -- this will be an optional "uber performance" upgrade, available as factory new or DIY. I am extremely excited about this and have invested a significant sum to make this happen for you guys :)
This version will firmly place the Sierra-1 into the ranks of the best bookshelf speaker at any price anywhere... Our customers asked for this and we are going to deliver BIG TIME!
So, buy the Sierra-1s now, and then purchase the upgrade DIY kit next year. You'll be able to break up the investment cost rather than buying a brand new Sierra-2.
EDIT: I am counting down the days!! :D
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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Originally Posted by
Dark Ranger
Have no fear! ;)
Based on the information we have, the Sierra-1s aren't going anywhere. See these posts from The Man himself (bold emphasis mine):
So, buy the Sierra-1s now, and then purchase the upgrade DIY kit next year. You'll be able to break up the investment cost rather than buying a brand new Sierra-2.
EDIT: I am counting down the days!! :D
Haha that's what I would prefer, but I'm afraid I'll end up spending more on this by making it an upgrade project. I think I'll have to see what the pricing ends up being...
That piano blk pair however is calling me....
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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Stump909
That piano blk pair however is calling me....
They are beautiful. I should know. :p
To be serious for a moment, when the Sierra-1s first debuted, customers now had several high-quality finish options without going custom. Before that, some folks probably bypassed the Ascends because of their lackluster finish. I've even heard some folks call them (170s, 200s, 340s) ugly. While these models might not win beauty contests, their sound quality more than makes up for it. I actually like the understated looks, but that's me.
With the Sierra-1s (and Towers/Horizon), Ascend can offer loudspeakers that look as good as they sound. When I bought my Sierra-1s last year, I absolutely fell in love with the Piano Black. Before that, I had a set of Yamahas with PB finish, but the Sierra-1s took it to a whole 'nother level.
Like I said, they're beautiful. :)
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
Looks like the forum has been updated. Since nobody has posted yet I will put this post up as a test (and a little bump!)
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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Mag_Neato
Looks like the forum has been updated. Since nobody has posted yet I will put this post up as a test (and a little bump!)
Still a work in progress but we are getting there :) Yes, we have updated the forum software to the latest version of Vbulletin. Many new features will be slowly showing up, including (at last) full mobile support.
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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davef
Still a work in progress but we are getting there :) Yes, we have updated the forum software to the latest version of Vbulletin. Many new features will be slowly showing up, including (at last) full mobile support.
Dave, when can we expect the mobile support?
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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Mag_Neato
Dave, when can we expect the mobile support?
Already looks great on my iPhone in the forum's native built-in mobile format. Thoughts?
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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davef
Already looks great on my iPhone in the forum's native built-in mobile format. Thoughts?
My bad! I was getting directed to the full site. Finally figured out how to change to the mobile version. Looks good to me!
Re: Sierra-1 NrT: Next phase?
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davef
Still a work in progress but we are getting there :) Yes, we have updated the forum software to the latest version of Vbulletin. Many new features will be slowly showing up, including (at last) full mobile support.
Dave .... so big of an improvement that one should avoid receiver upgrade and spend the cash on Siera-1NRT next step upgrade? :-)