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| How do you test different tubes? Isn't it great how you can continually upgrade the same piece of quality tube gear simply by changing tubes. My guess, however, is by now I'm preaching to the choir! | |
| How do you test different tubes? Viridian: Please let us know how your "giant" Sylvania works out. I'm really curious to know how you came by it and at what cost! | |
| How do you test different tubes? I just spoke with Brent Jesse (audiotubes.com) regarding NOS 6SN7 tubes. He has an impressive supply of very high quality NOS tubes of all types. He allows you to buy, try, and return for upgrade or refund (-20% restocking fee). Although I didn't ... | |
| French Doors Seems to me you've got some great options. Small, high quality front ported monitors might be just the ticket. I'd love to hear a pair of Totem Model Ones set up in your room. A small subwoofer would be fun to play with, especially if you plan to ... | |
| Rega Brio R or Jolida 301RC What did you end up doing? | |
| French Doors How did it all work out? | |
| Rega Brio R or Jolida 301RC I had my 301 for one year with no issues and I've had my 102B for over two years with no issues. I've heard the most common problem is a burned out pilot light, which might not be an issue as the pilot light is rather bright. | |
| Rega Brio R or Jolida 301RC According to my dealer friend, current model 102Bs (as of 2 years ago) have the following upgrades: higher quality film coupling capacitors, better resistors, hexfred diodes, and better wiring. These upgrades take the 102B from mediocre to quite o... | |
| Rega Brio R or Jolida 301RC I once had a Jolida 301 and compared it directly to a 4 times as expensive Creek integrated loaned to me be a dealer of both brands. He and I both agreed that the 301 was far superior in terms of soundstage, openness, tonality, and just plain invo... | |
| French Doors Frame it in to standard size and then install the french door; if necessary, hire a contractor or work with competent friends. | |
| Good budget tube amp? Consider a Jolida 102B for about $650 new which gives you room to roll tubes and cables. I use one to drive Totem Model One Signatures to great effect in my bedroom system at low to moderate volumes. In this room, the sound is now better without a... | |
| Budget system around 1K I believe the Rega Brio comes with a phono stage and for the $ is quite highly thought of. Epos speakers would also be a good match. Consider budgeting some $ for cables as well. | |
| Power Cable for Simaudio Moon i 3.3 Integrated Amp I'm having very good results with Audience PowerChords. There are a number of original and "e" versions for sale now on Audiogon. Try an original and see what you think. | |
| Music to soothe the mid-winter soul Classical as mentioned, is an antidote for sure. In addition, I've been rediscovering Donovan and finding his music, once again, very thought provoking and uplifting. I've got early vinyl, but Donovan's Greatest Hits on Epic and numerous other CDs... | |
| new to tubes In my bedroom system, I use a Jolida 102b (20 watts/channel) to drive Totem Model One Signatures (87 dB, 4 ohms) at low to moderate levels. With various upgrades (interconnects, power cords, and most especially tubes), the sound (and music) is rem... |