Thanks for this information. My first exposure to the 10's was in high school and I saved every nickel to buy a pair. Many years pass....but when I heard about the back story of Jon it stuck with me. Such an interesting "character" and pioneer in audio, struck down so dramatically (at arguably what might have been his career his peak). And then decades of silence as to his situation, state of function and whereabouts. It all just added to the fascination and desire for answers. I had always hoped he'd re-emerge, limited by whatever physical capabilities of course, to acknowledge those who love his designs and want the story behind them.? To be gifted his personal pair of 10"s - absolutely amazing!!! I don't suppose you got a photo of the two of you? Did you find him to be "eccentric" or just a cranky old man? The fact he "lit up" when you mentioned his speakers suggests to me he was still very much oriented and ready to chat, but I could be wrong.
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Curious - who is "One56Way" and their connection to Jon?
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I guess this matter is closed since he's in assisted living. Sad to ponder. Almost has a James Dean/Steve Jobs aspect to it.
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Sending same response to Charlie since he has background on this too.
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