ntrain42
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Post by ntrain42 on Apr 2, 2010 20:46:17 GMT -5
If their cash flow is fine, then why the unexpected decision to only ship 20% of each batch to upgraders? It's not unexpected. We've been clear about this policy and open about it. It's like using airline miles. There must be certain limits. If every seat is an upgrade... oops, no revenue, no business. We are selling you upgrade units below our actual cost. We must limit them to 20% of sales, or we WILL have financial issues. There is no deception or under handed policy here. It's just common sense from our perspective. It has taken longer to clear the back order list because we have had a soft launch. We are now going to go to full release and those patient and loyal customers are going to get what we have promised, no exceptions. We have many, many, many units here and in route to us to fulfill pre-orders, new orders, and upgrades. Why do we do it? We're selfish. We want you to to be a loyal, happy customer and buy more from the stuff we DO make money on. It's very simple. Our company is well financed, We have virtually NO debt. We own EVERYTHING in our warehouse. We own our facilities, we do not rent (yes, we do have mortgages on them). We pay our taxes. We are among the very few privately owned, closely held audio companies that have actually invested in, and developed an AVP solution. It's difficult and expensive. We've spent over three years doing it and invested heavily in our future. IMO, it has been money well spent. Please do stir the pot of speculation; it can be really destructive. It is not right and serves no legitimate purpose. If you really are searching for the truth, try calling me. I'll answer your questions, and as I've said before, I'm right here at my desk. I'm not hiding from anyone. I apologize if I'm being too direct here, but I'm tired of the groundless spreading of rumors for titillation and and drama. Stepping of soapbox... Big Dan Dan, coming from your favorite forum member(and everyone else's too)I don't think you need to explain your fiscal situation. Im sure some some people have been impatient on the update, but like myself, the ones who know a good product when they see it are on board. Myself included.  |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2010 21:06:51 GMT -5
Sorry Ntrain about sneaking into your place the other night to get that photo. I haven't stopped laughing since I first saw that. I hope you realize it is meant in friendly humor even though we don't always agree on everything. In case members haven't noticed I make more jokes about myself than anyone else.
As far as the financial condition of Emotiva, just one more comment and then I hope we can move on. I do in fact know that the financial condition of Emotiva is exceptional. However, knowing that Big Dan goes that extra step to be ultra careful and make sure they are never short I will in confidence reveal to you that he in fact has a night job just to keep that extra margin of financial liquidity. He works five nights a week in downtown Nashville as an exotic dancer. (Hey guys and gals keep this to yourself, OK)
Now back to positive posts about the UMC-1.
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RSavage
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Post by RSavage on Apr 2, 2010 21:14:05 GMT -5
It's all about communication......thank you Big Dan !!
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Post by Brian on Apr 2, 2010 21:20:43 GMT -5
If their cash flow is fine, then why the unexpected decision to only ship 20% of each batch to upgraders? It's not unexpected. We've been clear about this policy and open about it. It's like using airline miles. There must be certain limits. If every seat is an upgrade... oops, no revenue, no business. We are selling you upgrade units below our actual cost. We must limit them to 20% of sales, or we WILL have financial issues. There is no deception or under handed policy here. It's just common sense from our perspective. It has taken longer to clear the back order list because we have had a soft launch. We are now going to go to full release and those patient and loyal customers are going to get what we have promised, no exceptions. We have many, many, many units here and in route to us to fulfill pre-orders, new orders, and upgrades. Why do we do it? We're selfish. We want you to to be a loyal, happy customer and buy more from the stuff we DO make money on. It's very simple. Our company is well financed, We have virtually NO debt. We own EVERYTHING in our warehouse. We own our facilities, we do not rent (yes, we do have mortgages on them). We pay our taxes. We are among the very few privately owned, closely held audio companies that have actually invested in, and developed an AVP solution. It's difficult and expensive. We've spent over three years doing it and invested heavily in our future. IMO, it has been money well spent. Please do stir the pot of speculation; it can be really destructive. It is not right and serves no legitimate purpose. If you really are searching for the truth, try calling me. I'll answer your questions, and as I've said before, I'm right here at my desk. I'm not hiding from anyone. I apologize if I'm being too direct here, but I'm tired of the groundless spreading of rumors for titillation and and drama. Stepping of soapbox... Big Dan I think most people were just waiting for an update on SW. Thank you |
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Post by cgolf on Apr 2, 2010 21:25:09 GMT -5
These pretzels aren't making me thirsty but sometimes the chatter here does give me a headache!! ;D |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2010 8:06:56 GMT -5
Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight....................................................... LMAO |
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Post by moe on Apr 3, 2010 8:13:51 GMT -5
Dan,how you read this board without pulling your hair out is beyond me.I can't imagine being in your shoes,just don't forget some of do appreciate Emotiva.I used to work for a guy that could take whatever came at him with a smile.I asked him one day how he could tolerate dealing with it,I know I could not.He said,after two tours in Vietnam everything else was gravy.I always had a great respect for this guy.
That's been almost 30 years but I've tried to always keep that attitude in mind,although I could never live up to it.
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LCSeminole
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Post by LCSeminole on Apr 3, 2010 8:17:39 GMT -5
I hate to say it, but I think the topic's done. There's nothing left to do here BUT argue. Maybe it is time to close this thread? Bill, I'm afraid you are right. After having read through the last few pages(again), there have only been a very few postings with anything remotely discussing the original subject. So with this thread having outlived it's subject matter, along with all of the "battle of words" amongst a handful of members, this thread is officially closed.  |
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