johnfritter

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Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
The preamp is an option I had not considered but I can run the Peachtree in power amp mode as well as preamp. Maybe I would be better served looking into tube preamps. This just seems to make more sense the more I think about it.  
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@oldhvymec He doesn't want to ship the Quicksilvers I contacted him. 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@hilde45 I was considering the Orchid or possibly the Black Ice Glass FX. The used Quicksilvers are local pick up only so a no go. I just wasn't sure how much of the tube effect would come thru with just a tube or two. Nice thing there is I can ge... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@rickallen81 that's my plan I am just trying to figure out the best way to get the best taste. So far I have gotten some good ideas of things to look into. I have never owned any type of tube component so its all new. I don't know anyone who dose ... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@scchengmus That was an option I was considering also. everything I read and watch is very positive. It seems as thought a lot of the internals are the same brands and models of reputable high end brands. What is your experience with it. 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@artemus_5  I actually really like the idea of the st120 kit. I enjoy stuff like that. I used to rebuild carburetors years ago as a side gig. I might actually buy one just to build for fun. I have it in the cart, just got home from work and the sc... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@lowrider57 As miller carbon stated its all compromise! I just need to decide on what compromise I want to take. Right now my simple mind tells me with what have and am hearing here. I can buy different speakers and a tube amp. Or I can buy a much... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@invalid Now were talking! Thank you for the link! I will check into these this is the direction I really wanted to go. Or think I want to go!Thanks again! 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@oldhvymec A tube buffer is what I originally wanted to try. I just haven't had much luck finding options. Black ice foz ss-x was all I could find which sounded like a good option but I don't really need the bass control, not a deal breaker though... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@noromance  Thank you for the link, not sure how I looked over them. I have sent message waiting for reply. 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@lowrider57 Thank you as I obviously missed these while surfing the classifieds. I messaged the member that has them listed waiting for response. Is there anything I should be aware of with these amps, questions I need to make sure and ask? Any ce... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@fuzztone Exactly! I mean my intention isn't to just throw my money away but if I can make a minimal investment to get my toes wet, great. I don't mean I have throw away cash. I have been seeing a few Chinese amp options that look like a guy could... 
Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound.
@willgolf Raven could be an end point I like everything I have seen on them. Believe me I do understand I have a low budget for an integrated or even amplifier for that matter. I could use the nova as a pre so I don't have to have an integrated. I... 
Do I expect too much?
Yes I understand "torque angle" quite well. No need to try and explain his question to you. It made perfect sense to me as I have been in his shoes. Just thought I would help a guy out since I actually knew what he was talking about from first han... 
Do I expect too much?
@feldman4 I do agree A torque spec would be great. I tried and tried to get a torque spec from the only to get re-worded versions of the same reply. Maybe I will try and reach out to the home office and bypass the US. distributor. I have only had ...