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| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 Thanks for the advice. I don't think it is because of the interconnect though. I got the noise since the first day I got this preamp, then I upgrade the interconnect, and the noise is still there. Maybe some capacitor are old? Inside, there is a s... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 I tried different combination.Caps on with Main 1 out - harsh or dryCaps off with Main 1 out - sounds thin, less musical, but easier on listeningCaps on with Main 2 out - it seems it improves the situation a bit, not as harsh. Or according to the ... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 Here is my system:Sony Blu ray player, Maverick audio DAC (not using the tube buffer), AI L1 preamp, McCormack DNA-1 deluxe amp, B&W CDM9NT speaker.I am using the Aux input, and Main 1 output. I will try using the Main 2 to see if there is any... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 I tried to turn on the capacitors, my immediate impression is that it sounds thin, and not as musical. It seems it is easier on listening though. But it then sounds closer to the Rotel I have before ... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 Hi Dekay,How does the Siemens 7dj8 sound in the M3A? Would it help to smooth things out a bit compared to other tubes? I have ordered Electroix-Harmonix 6922. Any experience how they would compared? | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 thanks for the advice. I will try turn on the cap. It is currently turn off based on recommendation from AI. It won't hurt to try turn it back on. Actually, what is that cap thing?Also, the Electro-Harmonix-6922 seems worth a try. Not expensive, a... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 I am very confused. So, the Amperex 6922 is not good? From the AI FAQ, it says:"Only "mil-spec, low-noise" 6922, 6DJ8, 7308 or European E88CC tubes are recommended for use in Modulus preamplifiers.Previous production Modulus M2, M3, M3a and L1 pre... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 Thanks. I am reading Joe's tube Lore page. He also recommend the Amperex white label PQ 6922. I found a couple posting on eBay, but it is not matched pair and are expensive, average to be $180. =(I am very new to tube. So, all those Amperex tubes ... | |
| tube choice for Audible Illusions L1 Well ... harsh may not be the right word, but maybe due to some of the recording, some song has very strong glare ... I don't know if it is the right word also. Usually when hearing female vocals. The bottom line is, got fatigue after hearing for ... | |
| best pre-amp new or used for under $500? Right now, I am using Sony Blu-ray player, Maverick Audio DAC, Audible Illusions L1 preamp, McCormack DNA-1 Deluxe amp, and B&W CDM9NT speaker. I had a Rotel CD player before, and then I compare with the cheapy Sony Blu-ray player, can't hear ... | |
| best pre-amp new or used for under $500? About where to put money, I would say the speaker and preamp. I tried upgrade my amp, very little difference. I also tried an external DAC, although not a very high end version, also no noticeable difference. But after I upgrade the preamp, I can ... | |
| Modwright SWL 9 SE vs Audible Illusions L1 Thanks Markwatkiss. But do you find it not "tubey"? I used 2 SS preamp before (Adcom and Rotel), and I don't like them until the AI, I am much happier. Does the Modwright sounds like SS? I enjoy listen to female vocal and instruments (guitar, viol... | |
| best pre-amp new or used for under $500? I would recommend you to stretch your budget to under $800, then you will have alot more choices. I went through similar path, from Adcom ($250) to Rotel ($350) to Audible Illusions ($700), and the AI is a different league. For instance, there is ... | |
| If I upgrade my speaker, do I need to ... Thanks for the response. It seems I will need more power to drive the 802N, and so, I need to factor that into the budget. And since the speaker alone is a stretch for me, I will need to put aside this upgrade for sometime.BTW, Blindjim, when you ... | |
| Basic Preamp - suggestions? Just to share my experience since I have both Maverick tube audio DAC and Rotel RC-1070. I did a test, to me, witht he preamp sounds better than without. Also, I tried with and without the DAC, I couldn't hear any difference. So, I would suggest t... |