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Old 11-30-2017, 01:25 AM
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Deeply sorry about this.
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Old 11-30-2017, 01:30 AM
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Sad news Charles Hansen passed away yesterday on 11/28/17.
Wow, I don't know what to say. Well I'll say this much. His QB-9 DAC gave me years of joy until this year. He was one of the best preamp/amp designers in the industry. Tragic loss for our hobby and industry.
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RIP. Thank you.
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Had to have been tough since he was run over by the motorcycle. May he RIP.
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Terrible and very sad news...prayers for his family and all at Ayre...
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Old 11-30-2017, 05:11 PM
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I am sorry to read this.
RIP.
Ayre is fabulous.
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Old 12-01-2017, 01:36 AM
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Awfully sad news. I live his audio legacy and I loved his politics.
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Old 12-01-2017, 09:28 AM
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RIP Charles. Ayre Acoustics is fine legacy.
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Old 12-02-2017, 07:16 AM
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RIP Charles and thanks for sharing genius with us.
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Old 12-02-2017, 10:22 AM
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This is so sad. He still had so much to give, but that bike crash was too severe. I am glad I have several of his components, and I hope the company continues to keep his legacy secure. RIP.
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