lowrider57
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| Linn Majik DSI into Sunfire 300x2 strange result Bob(Carver) and Rita's is now closed. Repairs are being referred to other shops. I have an idea...try posting on this forum:http://thecarversite.com/They are Carver experts. Ask the same question and maybe they can diagnosis the problem. I think t... | |
| Linn Majik DSI into Sunfire 300x2 strange result I would do the same as you did; get a kick-ass amp and bypass the Linn amp. Someone with more experience than me will eventually jump into the conversation. I love the Sunfire 300 & 600 and I hope it will work for you. My only thought is ther... | |
| Linn Majik DSI into Sunfire 300x2 strange result - Reread ur post and see that u have tried both current and voltage outs. Sorry.- Also, have u tried running Linn direct to Wilsons?- Are u using the "Normal" Sunfire inputs or "Lab Direct"- Can u control the gain out of the preamp? | |
| Linn Majik DSI into Sunfire 300x2 strange result "The result of the Majik+Sunfire combo was an incredible bright/harsh sound with exagerated highs, a more controlled bass, but the highs were so "loud" (even at normal levels) that these seemed to overlay everything. On the other side the Sunfire ... | |
| Tube dampers on your tube s in you CDP or DAC? "I used both rubber and silicone dampers on a CJ dac and pre.They both worked great though the silicone did melt a tiny bit."This is true, some will melt and adhere to the tube. Be wary of the cheap orange dampers sold on ebay. As I said before, I... | |
| Tube dampers on your tube s in you CDP or DAC? I'm using Herbie's in my CDP and preamp. Most noticeable was the tighter bass. I noticed it immediately in my CD. | |
| Amp repair...What to expect. Marakanetz...asked the shop for details and haven't heard back from them yet. My invoice says 1).Transistor and fuse blown, rebuild right channel. 2) add caps.Parts are... 2 output transistors, 10 Caps, 1 fuse.I assume he replaced the 5 blue caps ... | |
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| Amp repair...What to expect. Marakanetz... system is sounding warmer at about 25 hours burnin. But I will get u some details on the parts. I appreciate your interest. | |
| Best Monitor not over 1K, new ot used My bad... $1500 not $1000 new. | |
| Has CD playback evolved in the last 5 years? "Probably the biggest evolution in CD players is the use of CDROM drives and buffering the data before spooling it out to reduce jitter. "Steve, can u name a few CDPs using this technology?thanks. | |
| Best Monitor not over 1K, new ot used If you liked the PSB sound in your system, why not look at the PSB Synchrony bookshelf models. | |
| Amp repair...What to expect. Marakanetz...you are correct, both channels caps and output transistors. And you've given me a kind offer. What is it u suspect; substandard parts? | |
| Amp repair...What to expect. Grannyring, dont know Bill. I checked for recommended Sunfire repair and bob & rita's is closed and Roland has a 8 to 10 week wait. I wont give the name of the shop, but they are in Pittsburgh and only service Carver and Sunfire. | |
| Amp repair...What to expect. "Rule of thumb is if it sounds bad out of the box, the burn-in won't fix that"I believe that. So many on the forum say "I'll keep burning it in until it sounds good." |