bradf
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| Seeking Imformation Regarding 2016 California Audio Show I would (much rather) like to go to the Newport Show, but early June doesn't work for me.ThnxBrad | |
| Siemans EL34 sfarThanks for the info. I know of three vendors that currently have stock. Roger Modjeski @ RAM Labs seems to have the best tested/matched tube. With regard to the GL KT77s you refer to, they were rated #1 and tied with the Black Treasure 6CA7 in... | |
| Siemans EL34 mikirob, In reference to your post, early March; Psvane is now manufacturing a KT120. www.grantfidelity.com has a select issue available on there website.Brad | |
| Anyone try KT 120 Tubes in Primaluna Dialogue? Psvane is now manufacturing a KT120. www.grantfidelity.com has a select issue available on there website. | |
| Siemans EL34 mikirobThank you for the reference to the Tim Smith shootout and Brent Jesse. I am sure it will be very helpful. I found 3 vendors that have them, but had forgot to check to see what Brent sells. Thanks again, Brad | |
| Swapping 5AR4 rectifier for 274B in a PrimaLuna Preamp Thank You, t-bon 3.I really don't like to bother Kevin with theoretical questions unless I have intent or potential of purchasing the relevant item. He's pretty busy trying to put food on the table. After all, he is a retailer, not the shell answ... | |
| Best KT88s (specifically for VAC Auricle Musiblocs) This doesn't really answer your question regarding best KT 88, but I thought you may find some interest in it. I too am considering replacement of power tubes in both my Ars Sonus Filarmonia, and Primaluna P5. I have been researching Psvane EL34, ... | |
| Capacitor Burn-In Method Thank You. Have received referenced private comm., will be in contact shortly. Thank YouBrad | |
| Swapping 5AR4 rectifier for 274B in a PrimaLuna Preamp Can you please advise Kevin's technical reasoning for the above recommendation, i.e. why better specifically for the PL, and advantages / disadvantages over the Blackburn GZ34. I would be interested in learning the technology. | |
| Just moved to an apartment need speaker suggestions You may want to look into the JansZen Z1A-1Electrostatic Speakers. If your amp can drive the Maggies well, It should be able to drive these, but that's something you will have to follow-up on. They were recently reviewed in either Steoreophile or ... | |
| Swapping 5AR4 rectifier for 274B in a PrimaLuna Preamp I replaced the stock rectifier tubes in both my Primaluna PL3 and PL8with the Phillips 5R4GYS. I would say the improvement was significant.I bought the Phillips from Upscale at the time for $40.00 Ea. They have since increased in price over time, ... | |
| Sellers Beware!!! I agree with lalitk.In no way or form should deceit be an accepted business practice. Regardless if the outcome of the sale is positive for the seller.I suspect the reason (at lease in part) you are seeing this type of activity from potential purc... | |
| Speaker shopping? There is a pair of used Reference 3A Grand Veena's on AG located near Seattle for around $3,700.00 That I think that would pair well.You may also consider a Martin Logan or another electrostat.At least thats what I would consider if I had that mod... | |
| Power plant and power cords upgrades a real wow? My experience is limited, but I don't mind passing along the configuration I use.Power Cord to all components - Used Condition - Zen Acoustic Tsunami - Approx $225.00 each.Power Cord to Conditioner - Crystal Clear (999.99 silver) Approx 400.00Cond... | |
| PrimaLuna Prologue 5 and tube upgrades The below combination works well for me/my stereoPL3 Tubes = 12AX7 Telefunken Black Smooth Plates, 12AU7 = Radiotechnique, 5R4GYS = PhilipsPL5 Tubes = KT88 Gold Lion (May try Psvane), 12AX7 = Bugleboy, 12AU7 = RadiotechniquePL8 Tubes = 12AX7 Telef... |