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Pierre Lurne - Audiomeca

I recently was in contact with Pierre Lurne from Audiomeca which is no linger in business.  He told me that he is not very good with computers but responded to my emails very promptly.  I wish I could have met him before Audiomeca closed.  He seems like a very genuine person.  He told me that he does have some spare parts but did not have an actual inventory.  He seemed willing to look for whatever I asked him for.  I told him that I would post a message on Audiogon so that people interested in contacting him could do so.  So, if you need to ask him a question, send me a message and I will provide his contact information.


Happy Listening. 

bigkidz
bigkidz OP
3,506 posts
 

I believe that he has passed on.  What is the issue with your transport?

bruckner8
4 posts
 

Dear Peter. I have just read a message from you in which you say that you believe Mr. Pierre Lurne has passed away. Has this been confirmed? In February 2020, I wrote in an attempt to obtain a remote control for the Audiomeca Obsession II.

Best wishes,

José Sánchez

bigkidz OP
3,506 posts
 

@bruckner8 no not confirmed

bruckner8
4 posts
 

Thanks for your answer, Peter. 

It's been very difficult to get this replacement.

Best wishes,

José Sánchez 

socman
1 posts
 

This is what I found through AI.  
 

Recommended Aftermarket Options

  • Logitech Harmony Series (650, 665, or Hub):
    Although discontinued, these remain the gold standard for vintage high-end audio. Audiomeca profiles have historically been available in the Logitech database, allowing for easy setup via their software.
  • Redi-Remote Custom Replacements: Companies like Redi-Remote specialize in creating custom-programmed remotes for specific vintage models.
    They map all original functions (Play, Stop, Track Skip) to a new, modern chassis.
  • Learning Remotes: If you still have the original remote (even if it's failing), you can "teach" its infrared (IR) codes to a modern learning remote like the Chunghop L102 or a Sony Learning Remote.

* Reddit +4

Technical Considerations

• Philips RC5 Protocol: Many high-end European CD players from the 1990s, including some Audiomeca designs, used the standard Philips RC5 infrared protocol. If a universal remote has a "Philips CD" preset, it may operate basic functions like Play,

 

hopefully this may help.  

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