jetrexpro

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High value, high efficiency speakers for SET amps
If it were me, I would enjoy the De Capo speakers and save my $$ and in a few years take a look at Audio Note AN-e's. I did this. I waited until I could afford the E's. Before I got them I listened to them and am still in musical love four years l... 
DeVore Orangutan 96 an upgrade over DeVore 9?
Ladok, Audio Note AN-E. You can see them in my system pg. I hope some other members might jump in here to dispute my findings. I have actually been very hesitant to publish my findings since most reviewers rave about them...best of luck with your ... 
DeVore Orangutan 96 an upgrade over DeVore 9?
Ladok, Your right, it seems I may be the only person that has noticed this all though as you mention, the reviews do note having to dial in the bass. Hope you can give them a listen before pulling the trigger. You'll get a larger scale with these ... 
DeVore Orangutan 96 an upgrade over DeVore 9?
With the O/96 you will gain richness and visceral musicality. But be sure to hear them and see if you like the low end. I heard them a few times and felt the bass was a bit sluggish. Others may chime in to disagree. Got a serious soft spot for the... 
DIY Stereo Rack
Agree with maple. When I was reading what folks think audio components sound good sitting on maple came up very often -Regards Jet 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
Bummer. I'm sure those Altecs with your 6C6/2A3 is immediate and very present. Would like to hear what they can do. I dont have have that kind of space for speakers like that in Brooklyn but I can always dream! -Jet 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
Well now you have me thinking about these tubes Charles... Shame on you my wife would say :)) i'm going to contact the elrog folks and ask for a data sheet. I would like to know the tube's preferred operating points and if it likes AC or dc heat. 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
Sebrof, Would you happen to live in the New York New Jersey area? 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
Sebrof - would love to hear your DIY speakers...Jet 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
Thanks Rebbi and Almarg for the Chesky recommendations. I didn't know about them. If anyone is a Dvorak fan I can also recommend the late 1950's "Stereorama" George Szell Cleveland recordings. Crystal clear.Charles, I have CSO/Renier Bartok RCA Li... 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
"Orchestral music is especially intoxicating"I love that. Before I heard a SET amp I would have not believed how well it could play orchestral music. As a fellow orchestral music lover I am so happy for you Rebbi! 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
Rebbi, I'm sure you're in for some good times after all of this long process, Enjoy! 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
I agree with the above. Thanks Charles for this and the advice you have given me in the past-Jet 
Elrog 300B vs Takatsuki 300B tubes
Thank you Charles and Brownsfan. 
Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...
Cool! Glad there is finally resolution!