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"Charlie Richmond is one of the legends of the Industry and a very nice guy
also. I have
worked with Charlie as both a supplier and as a colleague and his devotion and
energy towards the industry in which we work is truly inspiring."
August 11, 2008
Scott George, Director, Aura Sound Design Ltd
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"Charlie Richmond actually needs no recommendation from me. He has been known
for many years for his work with Richmond Sound Design, and his development of
the AudioBox, which is used in live entertainment venues around the world. I
know him through my participation in the Theatre-Sound Mailing List, and
recently had the pleasure of meeting him in person in London."
August 8, 2008
Robert Auld, Audio Engineer, Independent
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"Charlie Richmond introduced me to the concept of Show Control many years
ago... I still
remember the Amiga Computer fondly....He has always been extremely innovative,
helpful and patient with us lighting designers working in the MIDI world..."
July 26, 2008
Norm Schwab, Designer, Norm Schwab Lighting Design Services
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"Innovative, forward-thinking, generous and supportive, Charlie Richmond has
been a
mainstay in my work in theatre and exhibition sound design. Many of my best
shows have been done with the use of software and hardware from Charlie
Richmond's
company and with his whole-hearted and unstinting support, which seems
genuinely to be available 24/7, no matter where he happens to be at the the
time. A colleague and friend to be highly valued."
July 3, 2008
- John Leonard, Sound Designer & Recordist, John Leonard - Sound & Show Control
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"Though his enormous professional achievements alone would rightfully earn him
the immense esteem in which so many hold him, what impresses me most about
Charlie Richmond is his tireless and caring stewardship of the show control
community.
Indeed, so far as I'm concerned, Charlie is the reason that the show control
field is a "community" and not just an "industry". It's tempting to describe
his role in the sprawling field as one of "leadership", and in many ways, you'd
be quite right to call it that. But doing so misses one of the great things
about him. Rather than simply stand at the front of the room and speak
authoritatively from his years of experience, he chooses to place himself as a
participant in the crowd, a peer within the group. Charlie doesn't just lead,
he "engages", bringing new participants into the fold, encouraging the kind of
give-and-take that lays the groundwork for the future of his trade, and working
to curate an environment that allows the community to continuously flourish.
When we think of people advancing the state of the art, we generally talk about
technical leadership. Charlie has helped me understand that social leadership
is just as important, if not more so. After all, technical fields are chock
full of people capable of scientific innovation, but if you look closely,
you'll discover that folks like Charlie who also possess a life-defining
commitment to their community are few and far between."
May 18, 2008
- Jordan Coleman, Owner, JB Coleman Group
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"Always get frank and informative answers from Charlie Richmond, a good
resource and
provides fine customer service when called for."
April 15, 2008
- Paul Cutone, Purchasing Manager, Electrosonic Systems
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"Charlie Richmond is a remarkable artist, business owner, and all-around good
guy who is
very generous with his knowledge and time. Years ago, when I was just getting
my feet wet in this new pond called Show Control Charlie was an able and
willing guide! As a business owner he never hesitated to listen to my (probably
strange) requests. More important, if a request was too far off-the-wall he
would patiently explain why, and always in a manner that was never judgmental
or critical. That's a rare talent all by itself. Charlie has done so much in
the field of technical theatre that it's difficult to imagine a question one
could pose that he could not answer, and then fill in the details with amusing
anecdotes. But the really cool part is that, even now, he still does!"
April 8, 2008
- Bill Thompson, Owner, Audio Enterprise, Philadelphia
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"I've used a number of Charlie Richmond's products - from a decades old blue
theatre
console, to the award-winning AudioBox, to the current SoundMan Designer. They
have all been ground-breaking products which are well conceived and
implemented. Charlie is a leader in the theatre sound industry, and puts his
leadership to good use through his work with U.S. Institute of Theatre
Technology, support of educational programs, and willingness to share his
technologies with other developers. I would gladly use any of his products."
March 13, 2008
Top qualities: Expert, Good Value, Creative
- Dave Wallingford, Freelance Sound Designer, Ohio
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"I had the pleasure of installing one of Charlie Richmond's Richmond Sound
Design
consoles in the South Coast Repertory Theater when I was the resident engineer
there. Here is a guy that is always exploring the many ideas that he has. I
don't mean just theorizing, this guy makes the happen in real nuts and bolts
and IC chip terms. I have met him at various trade conventions and he's always
got his finger on the pulse. It is my pleasure and honor to recommend Charlie."
March 13, 2008
- Serge Ossorguine, Owner, CEO, Serge Audio, Inc.
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"Charlie Richmond is by far one of the most real-world intelligent people in
this
industry. His answers to my (or anyone else's) questions are always
extra-ordinarily helpful. His Sound-Man Server is an amazing feat of
engineering, and an incredibly useful tool in the business!"
March 6, 2008
- Rebecca Sullins, Lead AV Design Engineer - Nashville, Sound Image
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"I have known Charlie Richmond for probably 25 years, and he is truly an
innovator and a
pioneer."
March 5, 2008
- John Huntington, Owner, Zircon Designs
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"Charlie Richmond is exceedingly knowledgeable about sound and show control, and
generous in sharing his knowledge with others in the industry."
February 29, 2008
- Pat Kight, Web developer, Oregon Sea Grant
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"Charlie Richmond is a leading expert in the field of "Entertainment
Technology" and I
highly recommend him. I am always interested to see what he comes up with!"
February 18, 2008
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
- Mitch Hartmann, Edwards Technologies Inc.
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"Charlie Richmond is one of the best employers I ever had, he always treated me
with
respect, honesty and integrity. He is also an astute businessman and very
knowledgeable audio engineer. If there is anything about sound he does not
know, I am not aware of it. A true visionary and innovator, he is at the same
time very practical. If he has a fault, it is that of a workaholic."
February 14, 2008
- Ken Moren, service and support technician, Richmond Sound Design Ltd.
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"I have worked with Charlie Richmond on a number of museum projects, using his
excellent
Richmond Sound Design Audio Box as a matrix mixer, show controller for
permanent multichannel installations. We actually used several synchronized to
generate 3D soundscapes in the Melbourne Museum, Australia. Charlie added
functionality for us and was very fast at replying to questions and provided
excellent customer support. I would recommend Charlie to anyone working in this
area. Cheers, Garth"
January 29, 2008
- Garth Paine, Owner, Activated Space
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"Charlie Richmond has been, and continues to be, one of the great innovators in
theatre
sound. One need look no further then Richmond Sound Design to discover the next
great advance in technological tools afforded to sound designers involved in
all branches of live entertainment."
January 20, 2008
- Bruce Ellman, Adjunct Lecturer, New York City College of Technology
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"Charlie Richmond is an icon in the world of ShowControl. I know Charlie (and
his Will)
for years now and it's always a pleasure to be around them. Charlie is also
very service-driven. He is always online and will always help you with advice
or service. I wholeheartedly recommend Charlie for any sound or showcontrol
project he is interested in taking on!"
January 16, 2008
- Rutger van Dijk, Manager Owner, Rapenburg Plaza
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"Charlie Richmond has a fantastic product that he supports with personal,
prompt and
professional service. I have been extremely impressed with the level of
customer support, care, and responsiveness his organization demonstrates. A
real example for the industry to emulate."
January 11, 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
- Kevin Warnick, Tuacahn Center for the Performing Arts
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"Perhaps without knowing it at the time, Charlie Richmond changed the face of
show
control with his unique and accessible products. More than that, his almost
single-handed effort to create and standardize MIDI Show Control has had a
profound effect on the entertainment technology world. I have worked with
Charlie and his products on a large number of high-profile difficult projects.
He always comes through and is a delight to work with!"
January 6, 2008
- Steve Terry, Executive VP, Production Arts Lighting Inc.
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"Charlie Richmond has hosted a dozen or so domains with me for over three years
now,
first with a dedicated server and now with sites spread across my resources. He
has had an unusual range of requirements for the different sites, but has
always been appreciative of the efforts I've made. It's been a very good
relationship."
January 5, 2008
- G Armour Van Horn, Owner, Domain Van Horn
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"Charlie Richmond has always responded to every request and answered every
question
promptly, effectively and with good humour. His (and his company's)
contribution to technical development in our industry has been and continues to
be innovative and invaluable. I highly recommend Richmond Sound Design as a
great company to be involved with."
January 3, 2008
- Kelvin Gedye, Production Supervisor, System Sound
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"I have had the privilege of working with Charlie Richmond's systems since the
early
90's (Viva Las Amigas)! Beyond innovative, his designs have always been
thoughtful, robust and durable - the only choice when managing huge
productions, particularly those with life safety concerns such as Waterworld.
Having crossed paths for nearly 20 years, I welcome any opportunity to work
with Charlie and to specify his products; it is an honor to recommend him."
January 3, 2008
- Josh Thompson, VP Operations, Las Vegas, Soundelux Showorks
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"I highly recommend Charlie Richmond and Richmond Sound Design Products. Not
only did I find ABEdit and Audiobox unbelievably flexible and creatively
stimulating, Charlie has also given expert advice to me when I was at my wits
end in the middle of China!"
January 3, 2008
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
- Jane Shaw, freelance sound designer, NYC
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"A brilliant inventor, programmer, and all-around RF genius, Charlie Richmond
is one of the brightest people I've ever worked with. Across many transactions
over a period of years, I've always known Charlie to be of great integrity. My
highest recommendation."
January 3, 2008
- Jim Rondinelli, Former SVP Digital Strategy/Business Development,
Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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"I (amongst other people) am here, in this industry today, because people like
Charlie Richmond paved the path (for both technology and ethics) for others to
follow!
Our entertainment & entertainment technology community would not be as we know
it without him!"
January 2, 2008
- Theodore Tsevas, Independent Consultant & Designer, TTProductions
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"Richmond and Show Control, that's the same thing, isn't it? My first contact
with Charlie Richmond was in 95 while working on the "Beauty and the Beast"
here in
Vienna. We had a very intense email contact for years and years, until we got
personally in touch, which was a great experience. He is now an associate AND a
friend, I trust him!"
January 2, 2008
- Martin Lukesch, Sound designer for Beauty and the Beast, Raimundtheater,
Vienna
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"Charlie Richmond is one of the most innovative thinkers in the business whether
hardware, software, anyware, systems or sound design. Always ahead of the curve
particularly in cost effective solutions. Thanks to the many different forms
that Charlie's leadership has taken, not only has the state of the sound design
art advanced exponentially, but his tireless efforts have paid off in
recognition of sound design and sound designers as an essential component of
every project. My hat's off to him and his team! Highly recommended."
January 2, 2008
- Bruce Cameron, Independent Professional, Freelance
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"Charlie Richmond is in this Industry for ages, he even made it into Wikipedia!
So when
he starts talking we better listen!"
January 2, 2008
- Harald Steindl, Owner, MOCOM Austria GmbH
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"When it comes to live sound, Charlie Richmond and his company, Richmond Sound
Design,
is the man and company that you want to solve your system requirments. There
are very few truly qualified, successful and excellent large-scale live sound
designers and installers. And when it comes to technology, Charlie is always
right there in the beginning pioneering the way for others to follow."
December 31, 2007
- Dennis Bohn, Owner, Rane Corporation
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"Charlie Richmond is a well known and respected figure in the Show Control
industry, as
are his products. When working with a AudioBox, he worked directly with me and
got us controlling it very quickly. He was also a guiding force in development
of the excellent Midi Show Control protocol (MSC) which is a always a relief to
see on some arcane piece of lighting tat. The Show Control email list he
initiated and now guides so skillfully is an invaluable resource in the
somewhat scattered show control field, and acts a meeting place for a group of
talented and, for engineers, helpful experts. Always a good place for an arcane
problem, and to be reminded how much you don't know. Hopefully occasionally to
remind someone else what they don't know, as well."
December 30, 2007
- Bruce Wheaton, Director of Engineering, Creative Technology
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"Charlie Richmond is one of the most knowledgeable people in sound design and
recording.
I produced several albums and film scores at Mushroom Studios when he was the
owner and we had great discussions, while I was assistant conductor at the Ford
Theatre in Vancouver BC, on the problems of spatial audio recognition in large
scale theatres such as the Ford (now the Centre) Theatre - how does one make it
clear that an actor is moving from one point on stage to another when the sound
is broadcast through two or three speaker clusters to the entire theatre?
Charlie is the best,"
December 30, 2007
- Ed Henderson, Owner, Ed Henderson Music
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"Charlie Richmond is a long-time friend. He is a life-time technical innovator
in the
area of audio for big events. Look him up on wikipedia!"
December 28, 2007
- Craig Thompson, Professor, University of Arkansas
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"Charlie Richmond offers software that has set the industry standard for
controlling
automated entertainment equipment and devices. He was an absolute pleasure to
deal with and I highly recommend his products and services!"
December 28, 2007
- Dave LaLopa, Owner, PC Design Lab
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"I worked with Charlie Richmond in several projects in which he was always a
great
support (as were his products). His support always goes beyond the scope of his
products and his vast experience and knowledge in the field of system
integration are unsurpassed. When in a position of system recommendation I
always will recommend his products (Audiobox/Soundman Server/Showman). He's
also a great guy and has been a good personal friend for a long time."
December 28, 2007
- Christian Neumann, Owner, Chr.Neumann Consulting
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"Charlie Richmond is a great person, I know him since several year. His is a
professional, managing the company he's owning with an obvious passion. He's
very skilled in audio and Show Control matters. I'd recommend Charlie for any
job related with these matters."
December 27, 2007
- David Rouchet, Technical Manager, Medialon
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"I have specified Richmond Sound Design Products on an important international
installation for a blue chip client. As owner of Richmond Sound Design, Charlie
Richmond
was instrumental in setting up the audio systems specified. I would not
hesitate in recommending him and Richmond products."
December 27, 2007
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
- Ian Revens, Consultant, London
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"When I was considering the purchase of an AudioBox for our little theatre,
Charlie Richmond personally answered the phone and spoke with me at great
length. He
answered all my questions and made a special effort to get me both a
demonstration and an older unit that was within our budget. He's done a top
notch job in the design of the AudioBox, the result being a powerful theatrical
sound processing device!"
December 27, 2007
Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert
- James Emerton
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"Charlie Richmond has been a friend and associate for many years; I met him
when I
discovered the excellent service and support of Richmond Sound Design. He has
always been keen and approachable about any technical issues no matter how
esoteric or naive the questions may have appeared. His company was an
inspiration at a time when I was very active in creating and refining sound
design systems in an independent theatre company context, and now as I continue
to teach it at the college level. Charlie's warmth and humility are remarkable
considering his wealth of experience in many facets of the entertainment
industry: design for live theatre, theatre technology invention, sound
engineering, sound recording and record producing. I'm honoured to have worked
with "The Godfather of Show Control" and creator of the legendary Mushroom
Studios. Charlie's reputation is international and his expertise, truly
mind-blowing!"
December 27, 2007
- David Hudgins, Associate Director, Studio 58, Theatre Arts, Langara College
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"Charlie Richmond is probably the best in his field and understands better than
many the
intricacies of the requirements from Show Control hardware and software in a
performance environment. Theater is a one-chance opportunity field if
technology works, nobody notices particularly, but if it doesn't, a show is
wrecked. Charlie makes stuff that works and makes stuff work together and
without any fuss and this is the sort of thing that only a person like Charlie,
with his amount of experience, can understand. Thus, having him around is a
comforting factor that I have heard confirmed by numerous colleagues."
December 25, 2007
Top qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative
Anthony G. Morris, Consultant, Germany
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"Charlie Richmond is always one or two steps ahead of the rest of us. When we
were
trying to figure out how to produce an industry standard for computer
controlled audio gear, Charlie was quietly selling the de facto industry
standard computer controlled audio system. Long before PCs and Macs were able
to output decent audio (in the early 90s) Charlie was hacking the motherboard
of Amiga computers and producing turbo-charged audio workstations. Before the
rest of us realized that MIDI could be used for something other than synths,
Charlie was using it to control everything from lighting to pyro (his efforts
eventually became the MIDI Show Control Spec). When the rest of us were proud
of our PC software that could control a single device, Charlie was controlling
entire theaters with his software. When we realized that TCP/IP might be better
than MIDI for sophisticated entertainment networks, well, we just had to take a
look at what Charlie was already doing. Charlie - you inspired a lot of us to
keep pushing the envelope."
December 24, 2007
- Bob Moses, Sr Digital Audio Engineer, Rane Corporation
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"Charlie Richmond was perhaps the first professional I met in Theatre Sound in
1976, and one of the few at that time who had already spent a lifetime
developing the field of Theatre Sound Design. He personally introduced me to
his 816 console, which, at the time defined (it was too soon to re-define!)
sound score playback in theatres. He followed it up with the Command Cue
System, and then the Audio-Box, all groundbreaking innovations in their own
right. He continues to be an innovator today, a true legend in the field, if
for no other reason than these contributions. But Charlie is much more than
that. He has been a tireless champion of the field, serving as the first Sound
Commissioner in USITT, and a staple of thoughtful commentary, mentoring and
provocation on the Theatre Sound Mailing List. He is as passionate about
theatre sound as any person on the planet, and that passion has been
instrumental in developing sound as an art form. Beyond all of these
professional accomplishments, Charlie has also been instrumental in my personal
development, assisting my career in often invisible, but very tangible ways
over the last thirty years. He remains a trusted friend and someone I hold in
the highest regard. Neither my career, nor the field of theatre sound would be
what they have become today without Charlie's involvement. I know that there
are many others out there who owe Charlie the same debt of gratitude."
December 24, 2007
- Richard Thomas, Professor of Visual and Performing Arts, Purdue University
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"Charlie Richmond is surely one of the pillars of our industry. His posts to the
Theatre-Sound listserve and the QLab listserve are invaluable for their
technical content as well as their human perspective. I would recommend him
under any circumstances."
December 23, 2007
- Sam Kusnetz, Sound Designer, Freelance Sound Designer
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"Charlie Richmond is one of those unique people you meet only a couple of times
in your
life. A truly gifted individual; knowledgeable, successful and yet always
approachable. Schmaltzy as it sounds, it really is an honor to know Charlie."
December 21, 2007
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
- Costa Lakoumentas
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"Charlie Richmond è una delle persone con cui preferisco lavorare.
Competente,
creativo
ed umanamente "profondo", lo considero un amico ed è un onore per me
poter
distribuire i suoi prodotti in Italia. Una delle funzionalità più
interessanti
della nuova versione del mio X-spat boX sarà la compatibilità con
il suo
SoundMan-Server Virtual Sound System Software. Senza dubbio una delle figure
più autorevoli nel settore dell'entertainment di alto livello."
December 21, 2007
- Luigi Agostini, Owner, A & G Soluzioni Digitali
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"Charlie Richmond is a true pioneer in his field. His career and experience
have honed
him into the rare category of "expert". Anyone working with him benefits from
his years of forging new territory which then becomes industry standard. And
get this: he's a gentleman, too!"
December 21, 2007
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, Creative
- Jeff Ravitz, Designer, Visual Terrain, Inc., Los Angeles
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"Charlie Richmond has been a true leader in the design and programming of show
control
and audio systems since I first entered the field in the 90's, and no doubt
longer than that. He is legendary for leading the development of Midi Show
Control, through which the live event industry continues to benefit. In truth,
I've never known Charlie to stop innovating -- you gotta keep an eye on him!"
December 20, 2007
- Michael Karagosian, Founder, MKPE Consulting LLC, Los Angeles
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"Charlie Richmond and his company are highly respected throughout the world of
live show
control, and he has been responsible for some of the most important -- and most
popular -- shows in the world. He is a creative thinker, very reliable, and,
most importantly, a nice person to know."
December 20, 2007
- Steve Alcorn, Owner, Alcorn McBride Inc.
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"Richmond Sound Design has been delivering great products for many years in the
theatre industry. Much of the way audio for theatre productions is accomplished
has been directly influenced by the inovative products from Richmond Sound
Design."
December 11, 2007
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
- Richard Ingraham, RBI Computers & Audio, Ohio
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