Embedded software developer with a liking for new music. Most kinds, actually. Being a bit of a Curious George (engineers tend to be that), I’ve tinkered with digital as well as analog tech for years. Also, I’m a real Scrooge, reluctant to part with any of the hard-earned dosh unless I have to
This means I expect quite a lot of mileage from my stereo-gear. And upgrades/additions are rare, usually driven by technology changes or major quality (r)evolutions. But hey, if done right, vintage-gear is not an issue.

I also like motorcycles (I’m an IBA member) and those luxurious french Citroens that waft along on hydraulic suspension. And traveling, good food, wine, beer and most other things that makes me smile.

So, there you have it. That’s me.

Audio-gear

• Coral Studio400 (known as X-15) speakers. 45 years new!
• Acoustic Reality eAR LE (ICEPower) poweramp
• NAD 1000 preamp
• Bluesound Node2 DAC/streamer - bought secondhand.
• Most recent addition is an Oracle Alexandria Mk3 turntable featuring an SME309 tonearm and a brand-spanking new AT-VM95SH cartridge. Shibata-cut stylus