How about a Zoom session to commemorate the new site and 13th anniversary of our visit to ML in Lawrence, KS?

[sleepysurf]

In June 2007, a group of us all got together for a weekend to tour the ML facilities in Lawrence, KS, and visit nearby Acoustic Sounds in Salina, KS.

Although Tom, and others, from that original group have moved on to different gear and pursuits, a surprising number of us are still active on this forum. Since many of us are still "sheltering in place" I thought it might be fun to "kick off" this new site by hosting a Zoom session on Sat June 20, for the "old-timers" and "newbies" alike. If interested, reply here, and I'll set up a 2 hr Zoom session for that date (perhaps 3 PM EST to accommodate West Coast members as well).

It would be fun to reminisce and reconnect in person! Maybe we can even get somebody from ML to join in!

Here's an old pic from that fateful weekend!

 

[JonFo]

Alan, great idea. Sign me up!

That was a really fun event, so glad we went. I'll dig out my pics from that day.

 

[twich54]

great idea Alan as Jonathan said, count me in !

ps - the only thing I've ever 'zoomed' in my life was a ride in a friends Mazda so bear with me !

 

[TomDac]

I'm in!!

 

[sleepysurf]

Is Sat 6/20 at 3 PM (EST) OK for y'all? If not, please suggest another time (preferably on that same date).

To avoid "Zoom Bombing" I won't publicly post the link here, but I'll keep tracking responses and PM everybody that has "RSVP'd" here as wanting to participate.

 

[tonyc]

What a fine looking group of folks. I'm in!

 

[amey01]

I didn't make it across the vast ocean, however I'd love to join in here.

3pm east coast is 5am here - so maybe 4pm if that works out for everyone else?

 

[ttocs]

I'm in as well. Time is not a concern, so whatever works for everyone else.

 

[twich54]

What a fine looking group of folks. I'm in!

Well, look who popped in to say hello !! Hey Tony !!

 

[sharok]

I'll join too.

I just need to know the time and day that you all agreed on.

 

[sleepysurf]

Amey01 (across the pond) suggested 4 PM (EST) as better (6 AM for him), and that sounds like a fair compromise. I'll wait for a little more feedback before finalizing that time.

 

[eknuds01]

I'd like to attend the book session! I did not make the trip, but it would be great to see some of the members of this group!!

Erik

 

[sleepysurf]

OK. I've scheduled a Zoom session for Saturday, June 20 at 4 PM (EST), to accommodate those in Australia, Britain, and elsewhere. I'll PM everybody with the Zoom link a couple days before (once we have a better head count).

I presume most of you are familiar with Zoom (or similar video conferencing platforms). If not, here's a link for helpful resources... Frequently Asked Questions

I'm not 100% sure how Zoom works from non-U.S. locations, so those of you "across the pond" will need to research that.

If you experience audio or video dropouts due to insufficient network connectivity or bandwidth, it sometimes helps to turn your video camera off. You can also (alternatively) use a phone for the audio feed.

One key request... please MUTE your audio when not speaking, to eliminate feedback from your computer speakers, and minimize everybody from "talking over one another." If using a device with a physical keyboard, you can temporarily UN-MUTE yourself by depressing and holding the SPACE key when speaking. If using a smartphone, I believe you'll need to download the (free) Zoom app.

Those of you with more Zoom experience are welcome to chime in with additional suggestions!

 

[Rich]

Cool idea, Alan! I could even give everyone a virtual tour of my system.

 

[amey01]

Cool idea, Alan! I could even give everyone a virtual tour of my system.

Let's take that as an apology for the zoom meeting then.

 

[Len44]

Nice! I, too, would like to participate. Great idea!

 

[stereoman]

Please count me in. Maybe each of us could give a short one-minute introduction.

 

[Brad225]

Cool idea, Alan! I could even give everyone a virtual tour of my system.

Yea like that would ever happen. ;-)

For those that have not been here from early days.
Rich always promises to post his system. Do a search there have been some amusing posts.

 

[JonFo]

OK. I've scheduled a Zoom session for Saturday, June 20 at 4 PM (EST), to accommodate those in Australia, Britain, and elsewhere. I'll PM everybody with the Zoom link a couple days before (once we have a better head count).
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Those of you with more Zoom experience are welcome to chime in with additional suggestions!

Hey Alan, looking forward to this one. And I do have a suggestion since you are the one with the initiating account. Please log in to your Zoom settings and enable DSCP and set the DSCP settings as per this linked article Optimizing for Zoom conferencing

That really helps to ensure that at least the voice component is marked correctly and prioritized by networking gear that pays attention to QoS.
If you are on Windows, remember to launch the Zoom app as 'Administrator' to allow DSCP marks to flow (Windows blanks DSCP by default, since so many apps cheat).

 

[peacefulcargo]

Very cool idea and super dim question from me ! Where is the Zoom invite link? I am in the UK.