If you're unfamiliar with the name James Bongiorno, Great American Sound Co., Ampzilla, or Thaedra, then you must have a life. Congratulations! Joking aside, If you, like me, appreciate more than what your mobile phone can provide for sound, then James is a name to know. A pioneer in audio design and engineering, he was on the scene as a major contributor during the hey day of the 70's stereo wars. He made some really cool sh%t! check this out...
Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:59 - James Bongiorno: A Mavericks Journey
2:50 -Thaedra: The Best Preamp?!
3:19 - Servo-Controlled Design
3:35 - Versatility & Build Quality
3:54 - Timeless Sound Quality
4:43 - I've got GAS!
5:30 - Son of Ampzilla
6:20 - Thaedra
7:50 - James Bongiorno In Defence of Thaedra
8:10 - A Legacy of Innovation
8:53 - Conclusion
Links:
Below is a selection of the sources I used in creating this YouTube Post.
TNT Audio.com
https://www.tnt-audio.com/intervis/bongiorno_e.html
James Bongiorno
His own defence to the superiority of the Thaedra
https://www.stereophile.com/content/great-american-sound-thaedra-preamplifier-manufacturers-comment
James Bongiorno - a thorny figure by someone who knew him personally
audioemporium.com
https://www.audioemporium.com/latest/James%20Bongiorno%20RIP.pdf
What’s Best Forum - James Bongiorno achievements
https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/james-bongiorno-rip.9280/
The Absolute Sound - Pioneers of High End Audio
https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/pioneers-of-high-end-audio/
Mikio Go ''T-Ripple.Go'' Vintage Audio Shop
@mikiogot-ripple.govintagea49
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6Ocj33a7Uc
@marianoarias5799
Thaedra / Westrex / Ar3. / The Police
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMLWrOexl2k
@ВасилийАлександрович-э8р
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7B9Kc7DAk4&t=18s
@my_hi_audio
My new favorite phono stage - GAS Thaedra II
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfvVr4hmPrU