joman
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| Phono pre for ZYX 100 Yatra high output I will suggest a K&K step up transformer to get more gain. I know the STU's are another link in the chain but it's another option. Kevin is a great guy and I suggest giving him a call and discussing your situatuion. | |
| Designer Hall of Fame I second Victor Khomenko of BAT for introducing the 6H30 super tube and the innovations associated with that tube. | |
| CP-700 Classe Pre-Amp I would recommend a BAT VK 31 or the 31SE/51SE. I like the flexibility of rolling the tubes in the 31. I think the BAT would be a good match with your monoblocks. If buying new, the 31SE/51SE are closing out and the pricing is favorable and you wo... | |
| oh no..did i mess up my amp I would suggest letting the amp cool down, change tube, replace fuse, turn on. | |
| Advice / Counsel re: Upgading System B&W bought Classe to provide "companion" electronics for their speakers. Now, I mention that as a starting point. I suggest a slush fund to begin purchasing and listening to equipment that you can "turnover" without suffering to much of a loss... | |
| LP -12 Felt Plater Mat Funk makes the Achromat that is sold by Acoustic Sounds. The VTA will need to be adjusted to accomodate the mat which comes in 2 different thicknesses 3 or 5 mm. There has been many different discussions concerning aftermarket mats and the LP 12. | |
| life without audio dealers I am in the same camp as Mrtennis and Jmcgrogan2. I live in a somewhat isolated area where I must drive at a minimum 300 miles to audition a piece of equipment. My experience with dealers has been nothing short of trying to protect myself from a h... | |
| What's your favorite remake of a song Bill Sheffields cover of the Tom Waits tune "Invitation to the Blues."Allman Brothers cover of Willie McTell's "Statesboro Blues"Off the cd "Bronx in Blue" Dion's version of Howlin Wolf's "Built for Comfort." | |
| Where's the best place for used audio gear in NYC? If you like arrogance, deciet, and paying full retail go to EarsNova. | |
| What made you select "audio" as your hobby I was building "tube and knuckle" scaffold inside a nuclear reactor and I had this song goin thru my head. And I thought.... this sounds better than my "Alpha-Newtron" reciever with bose speakers. I gotta do things different. | |
| Integrated tube amp with tuner? Check out a Scott 340B. Mapleshade reconditions them or they show up here from time to time. I have one mated with a pair of Heresey's and the combination pleasantly suprises me. The 340 also has a decent phonostage as well as a tuner. | |
| I have just purchased the latest Sound Lab M1 I'll chime in here with another view. I own a pair of Soundlab A3's and use BAT VK 55 monoblocks. I never listen above 85 db and these amps have proven to be very capable. In the summer I use an Innersound ESL 300 MKII. I prefer the 55's midrange ... | |
| what kind of audiophile are you ? I fall under the category you left out....broke. | |
| Thinking of trying tubes... The VTL 450 monoblocks was a good suggestion. I would suggest a BAT VK 75 that would mate well with your VK 5i and would be in your price range as well. | |
| BAT Preamps, why such polarized opposite opinions? Take a look at the RMAF thread. Of the 11 posts 4 or 5 thought the BAT/Wilson room sounded excellent. I drive a pair of Soundlabs with VK 55's and I don't find that combination thick, slow or veiled. My recommendation is to buy a preamp and if you... |