Seminars

Richard Rives Bird
Tuesday, August 11, 7pm - 9pm, Chicago, (312) 829-5950

Richard Rives Bird is founder and President of Rives Audio, an international consulting firm specializing in small room acoustics.

An audio system assembled with the finest components will not perform to its full potential if no account is given to the listening environment. Mr. Bird will discuss methods for designing new rooms and treating existing rooms to provide the best possible sound quality and insure isolation from external noise. He will demonstrate how some simple acoustic changes can dramatically improve the sound of any system.

Rich Warren
Friday, August 28, 7pm - 9pm, WFMT Studios

Thanks to Rich Warren, this tour has become a tradition at Audio Consultants and one of our most popular events.

Rich Warren has worked in radio for more than 40 years and is celebrating his 35th anniversary with WFMT. Currently, he hosts the Folkstage live concert series and the famous Midnight Special, which has been on the air since 1953.

Mr. Warren reviews folk music recordings for Sing Out magazine and has covered audio, video, and consumer electronics for several publications, including the Chicago Magazine and Sound and Vision

Rich Maez
Tuesday, September 22, 7pm - 9pm, Hinsdale, (630) 789-1990

Rich Maez is Director of North American Sales and Marketing for Boulder Amplifiers and a dedicated audiophile.

The people at Boulder Amplifiers manufacture some of the finest electronics components in the world. Their designs, which have never bent to fads, have withstood the test of time and garnered worldwide acclaim.

Mr. Maez will introduce the 1021 disc player and highlight the design features that make Boulder products so distinctive.

Dave Koller
Tuesday, October 13, 7pm - 9pm, Hinsdale, (630) 789-1990

Dave Koller, Regional Sales Manager for Crestron, has more than 17 years of experience in custom installation and professional design and is an expert in home automation.

The high-tech equipment that fills our homes is often difficult to operate. A world leader in its field, Crestron manufactures advanced control devices, systems, and networks that streamline and simplify the operation of all the technology in your home. A customized, easy to use Crestron system allows you to control your entire home, including your audio/video equipment, draperies, lights, and HVAC system.

Mr. Koller will describe the creative solutions that Crestron offers and answer your questions.

Scott Soloway
Tuesday, November 17, 7pm - 9pm, Libertyville, (847) 362-5594

Scott Soloway, the resident scientist at Audio Consultants and Manager of the Evanston store, is back by popular demand.

After graduating from Knox College with a BA in math and physics, Scott began a career in audio/ video retailing. He has been with Audio Consultants since 1983.

Scott will bring you up to date on the ever-changing world of audio and video. He will discuss hard drive media storage, digital audio management, and the latest in display technology.

Used Equipment & Trade-ins

We take used equipment seriously. Because many of our customers frequently upgrade their systems, we accept trade-ins and always have an extensive selection of used equipment.