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| Use of isolation transformer I have been using what Elizabeth has mentioned on my front-end, and it does a great job. The DIY balanced transformer I wired was not expensive, and easily fits in a 11" square box. I put a pair of handles on top, and wired a Porter Port outlet in... | |
| Preamp possibles for system... Ml097;You might want to try replacing the Mullards with a pair of Amperex Holland 1960's 12AU7's. The Mullards are warm and rich 12AU7s with sweet highs, where the Amperex 12AU7sare faster, more lively and energetic, with more extended highs and a... | |
| Beware: Unscrupulous potential buyers Yes, as Rrog stated, Audiogon does not make it possible for us to contact other members through the new system unfortunately. Why don't you post your details here for all to share. We have all been experiencing scams from potential buyers during t... | |
| Reference 3a Dulcet vs. MM Da Capo i Hello Rebbi! I have spent about three weeks with them so far, and they are sounding great! I just updated my virtual system, and you can find a more detailed explanation about the Episodes there. | |
| Preamp possibles for system... What 12AU7 tubes are you running in your 21A? I had the same pre-amp, and have rolled quite a few NOS tubes in it with fairly dramatic results. | |
| Reference 3a Dulcet vs. MM Da Capo i You're welcome! Glad to hear that you have been able to work on your room acoustics since your last system update. It should help quite a bit. I don't think you will have any problems at all with the de Capo's overwhelming your room with bass unle... | |
| Reference 3a Dulcet vs. MM Da Capo i Are you thinking about replacing your Merlins with the Dulcet or De Capo? The Merlins are fine sounding monitors at about the same price point. The De Capo's would have a bit deeper bass, and be a bit more efficient than the Merlins, but your mono... | |
| Tube amp for Reference 3A - SET or push-pull? I enjoy my new De Capo i's (2010 model with latest upgrades) quite a bit on my Ayon Spirit II integrated tube amp, which puts out about 35 w.p.c. in the triode mode and around 70 w.p.c in pentode (push-pull). Triode mode sounds best for added text... | |
| 3 preamps with transformer hum, DC on the line? Scott..Are you referring to an audible hum that you hear through the speakers, or is it a mechanical hum from the transformers themselves? | |
| Suggestions for a tube integrated under $3000 I have heard the Cary SLi-80 on Reference 3A De Capo i's, and they were a very good match, but I preferred the Ayon Spirit II integrated runnning in the Triode mode...Very open, detailed and energetic, with lots of texture and 3-D soundstage. | |
| DIY Power Conditioner Yes, John Risch had an excellent DIY project on his website for a nice balanced power transformer "conditioner" using a Signal DU-2 power transformer. It can be wired in a number of different ways depending on your power/amperage needs, and can ev... | |
| MJ Acoustics Subwoffers-Any opinions? I have owned a MJ Reference 100 mk II sub for a few years, and found it to be a well built, nice looking, good sounding sub. The quoted low frequency response of 13hz is rather insane, for I am guessing it was flat to about 30hz. It did not have a... | |
| Listening Chair? Stressless leather recliners are wonderful, comfortable, well built and great looking, but fairly expensive. If you want something very affordable and comfortable, try one of the Poang chairs from the Ikea store at about 1/10th the price. | |
| What 6922 tube will improve bass definition? The early to mid 1960's Amperex USA White label 6922 is the one to get for the money. Great, defined, strong bass, neutral mids and beautiful highs. The good, older Mullards from the late 50's through the 60's are smooth and sweet, but more lush t... | |
| Where should I go next? Where are my weak links? You have some nice gear there! The room with the wood floors may tend to be a problem if you don't have it well treated. I would try to get your tube amps off the floor and up on some form of isolation platforms to reduce the floor vibrations they... |