Amy's Blog

The Mornings Are Definitely Getting Darker

2008-10-15T15:49:00Z

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Just ask one of our engineers, whose feet are the subject of this photo.

I'll fess up, though. I've done this same thing...twice. The first time I rushed across the street to the K-mart to buy a pair of matching shoes, while the second time I was obviously more comfortable with myself and co-workers to not give a dern. But at least one of my shoes wasn't the lace-up style that would likely be distinctly different-feeling when putting them on, which of course gave me license to point and laugh. But I won't name any names.

PWK: Looking Dapper

2008-10-14T13:29:00Z

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Paul cleaned up really nice, didn't he?

Bonus points for anyone who can identify the other man in the photo. We are at a loss.

Your First Assignment

2008-10-13T15:36:00Z

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It seems like such a short time ago that I posted this blog about the arrival of spring. Although I still feel the same way about fall as I did then--specifically equating it with the impending doom of winter--I can't help but be in awe of its beauty. And I can't really complain since I took this picture yesterday while it was 83 degrees out.

Art Class 101: I would love to see how the season looks for you personally, wherever you are in the world. If the mood strikes you, take some photos of your Interpretation of Autumn and email them to me. It might just give me a different opinion of fall completely.

Doing His Part

2008-10-10T14:50:00Z

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Back in January, I introduced you to Mark, a soon-to-be-15-year Klipsch member and all around knowledgeable guy. He has been seen pedaling his way to work from time to time, a 7.5 mile one-way trip, and has recently vowed to do this every day. I find it remarkable and inspirational even in the lovely weather we've been having, but can't wait to catch some shots of him when it's 15 degrees with 2 feet of snow on the ground.

Paul and Belle

2008-10-09T20:47:00Z

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Wow, did time escape me today...I love days like that. Unless they are called Saturday or Sunday.

Anyway, I will leave you with this photo, as requested yesterday by Mike.

One of these days my camera and I will make our way downstairs to bug the engineers again. I know they've missed us.

Belle Klipsch

2008-10-08T14:18:00Z

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I would have liked to have known Paul's first wife. She strikes me as a person of great character. After all, it takes an exceptional woman to support an eccentric genius. I like to think she wore a yellow button under her collar to flash at him.

What's with the Copper?

2008-10-07T15:10:00Z

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This is what I see when I walk into the back entrance every morning. Copper. Copper bike, copper horn, copper signs, copper walls, copper floors.

It's amazing how a color can become so indicative of a brand, even in a relatively short period of time. After all, our now signature copper cones made their initial appearance less than 10 years ago in our first Reference line up. When I tell people where I work, if they've heard of it, most will say "Oh yeah, the copper speakers, right?" Of course, our other speaker lines use exactly zero of that color, which speaks directly to the popularity and success of its representative line.

Maybe it's not (yet) on par with John Deere green, Coca-Cola red, or Kodak yellow, but it's a step in the right direction.

Future Football Hall of Famers, + One Engineer

2008-10-06T19:44:00Z

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In celebration of being knee-deep in football season, and the weather finally feeling like football season, I am posting this photo of Steven with his cousins from our annual camping trip in Ohio over the weekend. Although he couldn't keep up with the older boys athletically, Steven earned their respect and challenged their intellect by improvising bean bags as football tees. Even though he's never even seen a football tee.

They thought that was genius.

PWK Reel to Reel

2008-10-03T19:56:00Z

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Paul Klipsch, 1958. Airport. Berlant reel to reel recorder.

I wonder what he was up to.

I would love to know what was said...

2008-10-02T15:31:00Z

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Hunter sure has a way of making folks laugh. Here he is cracking up Ian Paisley, vice president of engineering for Energy and Mirage, during a celebration held in Indianapolis a couple weeks ago. As we toasted the launch of several new products, we also bid farewell to Ian as he begins his well-earned retirement from a career marked by over 50 product creations as well as a few patents. Although I did not get a chance to work with him, it was obvious that he is extremely well-liked by his employees and co-workers, and I could tell by their sentiments that he will be sorely missed.

PWK: Any Guesses Where or When?

2008-10-01T17:25:00Z

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Tweeter Tag

2008-09-30T15:34:00Z

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After typing the title of my blog, I had to chuckle for a second. It sounds like a game I might have made up as a kid. Starring Sylvester the Cat.

I taw this table of tested tweeters the other day, and although the photo itself is not remarkable, I do find it interesting that we still tag the samples in this manner. The tags themselves look like something from the 1960s. But I guess I can't think of a better way.

Thanks to those who emailed me about the latest on the dead thing in my attic. No, I haven't been able to find it, and yes, it still reeks. It must be in the corner of the house, right over Steven's room, because if I keep his door shut, it can be contained. Steven, aka "the Blender," bunked with me last night, which explains the bags under my eyes.

PWK. Just Because.

2008-09-29T15:04:00Z

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Because I'm coming down with a nasty cold thanks to the walking-virus I live with, who incidentally has been addressing me as "Amy" while I gently remind him "I am Mommy," which gets some funny looks in the grocery store, let me tell you...looks that say "You must be a kidnapper trying to pass off that child as your own," and because I had to come into work despite my ailment since my home internet connection has been down since Saturday, rendering me completely isolated from the civilized world, and because I couldn't stay in my house anyway since the unbelievably hideous stench from that mysterious thing who decided to die in my attic is now consuming my entire house, my blog today will be short and simple, and hopefully not too reflective of the mood I am in.

This is my All Time Favorite picture of Paul Klipsch. Not sure why, but I think it's stunning.

Sorry, NASCAR Fans!

2008-09-26T14:20:00Z

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On my way into the office complex this morning, I noticed a semi-trailer loaded with NASCAR-looking cars parked at the Holiday Inn Express, having no clue if they were the real thing or not. Of course, all the boys here at work knew instantly that they were the real NASCAR cars, here in Indianapolis to do some tire testing at the track. And me without my camera. Side-tracked by a 9 am marketing meeting, I finally headed out at 10 to snap a photo, only to be disappointed by their departure. Foiled again!

However, I happened to notice these men, hard at work, precariously teetering on the edges of one of the three Pyramids. So my photo-op morning wasn't completely a wash. If you'll pardon the pun.

PWK at the Controls

2008-09-25T13:28:00Z

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If anyone can chime in about what is going on in this picture, or where they could possibly be, please do so. I'm at a loss.

But oh, how I love the checkered coat. Almost as much as the 1950s upholstery.