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...maintaining possession in the Harvard zone. Richter makes another save despite not seeming to know where the puck really is in his gear...
Even more important to Messer than his 10-ft. (3 m) screen or $60,000 overhead projector is the McIntosh name that adorns every piece of audio gear. And we're not referring to Steve Jobs' brand--that would be Macintosh--but to the American producer of hi-fi components, which has cultivated an insanely loyal following over the past 50 years. Messer started accumulating the brand about 20 years ago, as soon as he could afford its bank-breaking prices. He spent $25,000 on his first system--a steal compared with the four 7-ft.-tall...
...high-end, underachieving fashion labels: share resources, consolidate the back end to cut costs but nourish the brands' creativity, quality and individuality. "They have more money to do better development and make better products," says audiophile Tim Schwartz, 47, of Goodyear, Ariz., who owns $250,000 worth of McIntosh gear. "The company is leaving them alone so Randall can do his thing...
...audiophiles so obsessed with music they will skimp on other areas. "No one buys McIntosh when they're paying college tuition," says Pacor. L.A. Reid, chairman of Island Def Jam Music Group, got hooked 20 years ago. His first piece was a Mac preamp, and today he has Mac gear in his home and every professional music setting. "I am superstitious and had so many hit records with the preamp that I kept it and still have it today," says Reid. Those hits include Kanye West's Late Registration and OutKast's Speakerboxxx/The Love Below. "I think the average untrained...
...membership lounge,” which is located downstairs. Their press release claims that the lounge “references historical Harvard Square secret societies as an invite-only retail experience.” In this “Final Club” of hipster gear, members can lounge and check out limited release items, which are not open to the public. If you’re tired of American Apparel creepsters and Urban Outfitter knock-offs, Concepts—with a well designed store, helpful employees, and cutting-edge product—will be a welcomed addition to Harvard...