barrysandy
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| Upgraded Counterpoint Hybrid SA-220 Power Amps I have both an SA 20 and an NP 220 gold version - sort of. The SA 20 is nice sounding but not exactly reference yet I doubt I'll ever sell it. I really like it.The NP220 (hi-output)has all the works except the wiring & the Vishays found in the... | |
| Why do my transformers hum sometimes? Halogens!!!! & other similar noise makers like dimmer switches & PCs! Halogens are deadly. They dump so much noise on AC lines you can hear the trafos across the room. Even if they're on another circuit.You'll know instantly if you have th... | |
| Need some help regarding Threshold SA12e Mono bias Nice amps. The value for the SA12e is 1.1 amp cold. You can adjust voltage across the emitter resistor to get this current reading or take the rail fuses out and measure current directly which ever is easier. It's better to do this with the cover ... | |
| Upgraded Counterpoint Hybrid SA-220 Power Amps I have an upgraded SA-20 to NP 220. Been using it for 4-5 years now. Very nice amp. coupling caps are worth playing with for tuning the sound - V-caps are great. | |
| Solid State Phono Preamp. How about a Pass Labs Xono? Still shows up on Absolute Sounds '07 Reviewer's favorites (AHC is the only reviewer I trust - he has a real day job). I'm ordering one this weekend. | |
| Philadelphia, PA and surrounding area Also interested. Live in west PA suburbs. Barry | |
| Best Bike to ride before a good listening session Custom built Richard Sachs Camp equipped road bike with tubie tires or.... my De Rosa, Steel is real! See pics at virtual sysems "all out" Sounds unlimted | |
| Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive? 1) 2001 BMW 540 six speed. Very Tweaked just like my stereo.2) I'm fine for now, thanks3) Aston Martin DB9 |