CES in Las Vegas worth the trip?

Fatparrot- The SHOW or the EXPO will be at the San Remo this year. Next to the Tropicana and across from the MGM Grand.

Too bad. While I agree that the hotel rooms at the Alexis Park are horrible for the CES exhibits, I thought the Tuscany had some excellent large rooms. I've stayed at the San Remo and thought it was a dump, so I have no expectations that the environment there will be flattering to the exhibits. Too bad - I think the big Kharmas are going to be a The SHOW driven by the Tenor amps. Last year the Kharmas were driven quite impressively by Lamm monos. I'd listen to that system in the parking lot.

Last year was also my first show, and first trip to Vegas, and to say it was well worth it is a great understatement. Albert is correct ... it is more of a social event than a serious audition. Go and enjoy!

Here is the real truth:
Even if you won't like CES in LV you'll(i bet) love Las Vegas just by itself or you can even try your fortune there:^)

P.S. It seems to me that we(audiofiles) are being ignored by the hotel builders and we should clearly state to them that we want hotel rooms treated and designed for proper acoustics:^)

The Montreal show is a better show if Stereo is your thing. Plus the fact for Americans its about a 35% discount on everything due to the dollar. Great deals and a World Class city.

One more thing. Bad sound at a show due to room is such a cop out. Why do some rooms sound great and some sound awafull. .

Its the gear. Plain and simple. Mostly due to lack of synergy and bad choices of associated gear.

Stop blaming the room. 90% of people have no better a room to work with at home.

Bad sound = bad set up and bad gear.

Like I said if every room sounded bad then I would agree.

Things like booking the room one day in adavnce so you can make the best of the situation.

Nothing like walking in a room 10 minutes after the show starts and its not ready yet.