APUTIS ELA M251 capsule holders

[Andriejus]

Hi,

I mean future batch. Sorry for not stating it clearly.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[duantro]

Hi Andrew, would you have any eta on the second round? I'm assuming I didn't make it in on the first round, correct? Thanks for all of the work here!

 

[tskguy]

Any update regarding the first run??? Shipping soon?

 

[Andriejus]

Hi all,

Parts are on the way to my town. Electroless nickel plating was a really expensive service, so this why I've ordered cheaper/slower carrier. I am waiting impatiently to see the results and inform you.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[Andriejus]

Any update regarding the first run??? Shipping soon?

Duantro,

Yes you where on the second run. The headbasket is already made for you. I am planing to make body tubes and end bells next week. So your order should be soon ready for shipping.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[iturnknobs]

Andrew,

I would like to order 2 matching kits with these selections:

    - long body
    - polished nickel headbasket and connector
    - dark cherry box with  dark violet velvet
    - shockmount

I was wondering what information is needed for a logo/badge. Also let me know how to take care of payment. Your work looks great!


-Brian

 

[Pip]

Hope all is well.

Recently in a magazine here in USA called Tape Op Allen Sides was interviewed he had this to say about the U47 head baskets:

"The other thing I found interesting is that I'd try different configurations for the top. When I was buying all these U 47s from Europe (and I probably had 400 U 47s, conservatively), I had a pair of electrostatic headphones and I sat and listened to every single mic. I'd compare every one. I noticed that the chrome tops seemed to have a little more air than the rest of the mics, but I could never quite figure it out. I started comparing. I'd go through and find the best capsules. There were three versions of the 47s. There were even other versions, depending on the capsules, but three main versions. I started changing tops, changing bodies, comparing capsules, and comparing electronics. What I found was that the chrome-plated top had more openness than the nickel-plated. It might be because of the fact that at the wavelengths of 16 or 18 kHz, it makes a difference."

So was just wondering if maybe a chrome option might be something to consider?

 

[Andriejus]

Thats is a good note! Will take it into consideration. Thanks Pip.

Still waitting for currier with plated parts.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[Zottel]

Hey! Just send the mony arround today! I'm excited!

Greatings,
Max.

 

[Andriejus]

Hi all,

Just called to the carrier company to ask why they are taking so long, received an answer - "its cheap, but slow". However I did manage to get an official date from them - its  September 2nd or earlier. So only a few days...


Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[Andriejus]

Hi all,

Finally! Received nickel plated parts.

Will check each soon and give comments.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[Pip]

Nuostabi ir graži.

Pip

 

[Andriejus]

Pip that was nice Except that you've chosen female gender

 

[Andriejus]

OK now comments on plating:

Not all parts are OK. Many parts has liquid marks and dirty finger prints. I've already prepared an official claim with pictures and etc. Will contact them after two hours.

However there are good parts, so while they fix the bad ones (this time I will use express shipping) I will be shipping good ones prior to the list.  So in general - everything is on plan.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[trans4funks1]

It seems heart breaking to think that a company would have shipped them to you in that condition,.

Thank you for your attention to detail.

 

[Pip]

OK now comments on plating:

Not all parts are OK. Many parts has liquid marks and dirty finger prints. I've already prepared an official claim with pictures and etc. Will contact them after two hours.

However there are good parts, so while they fix the bad ones (this time I will use express shipping) I will be shipping good ones prior to the list.  So in general - everything is on plan.

Kind regards,
Andrew

Thats too bad. But thanks for your diligent approach. If there are blemishes on areas that don't get seen I for one don't care. As to my attempt at Lithuanian, Google translator.  : I have a feminine side! ;D

 

[Andriejus]

Hi all,

Talked to them. They agreed on bad quality and will fix it asap.

Pip, most issues are on visible places.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[Andriejus]

Hi all,

It seems that my last post is gone, so - first mics are sent other - are fixed and sent back to me. Should receive soon.

Kind regards,
Andrew

 

[tskguy]

Do you have a list of the lucky few that have shipped? I can assume that I didn't receive an email means It hasn't shipped?

Thanks,
Eric

 

[Andriejus]

I am a little bit surprised but I have just received the parts! That was paranormal fast. Will check them soon. Expect shipping soon.

Kind regards,
Andrew