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Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
In relation internal wiring you should investigate Wonder Wire, solid core either with indulstion or bare. Sold by Michael Percy. I have been buyng it for many years, especially bare wire which sounds better. I add cotton insulation where needed. ... 
Capacitor log Mundorf Silver in Oil
I have been enjoying this thread since it started. I do not recall if I have posted in it previously. Some of the coupling caps I have tried and still are around in my Supratek Chardonnay linestage are Auricaps, circa 2010, Nothing special. Mundor... 
Supratek out of business?
Mick wrote that he had to change web site: supratek.com.au So he is still in business. Check his blog for computer audio ideas, very interesting. 
Supratek out of business?
Mick wrote that he had to change web site: supratek.com.au So he is still in business. Check his blog for computer audio ideas, very interesting. 
2 REL T-5 subwoofers vs. one Rythmik 12
Hi Jwpstayman:Thanks for your response. Do you have any of these subwoofers implemented using the avr 12db low pass filter with a high pass filter for the main speakers.I am considering a 80 hz high pass filter for my MM de Capo's and the avr 12db... 
Vandersteen 2W frustration
My last post was wishfull thinking. It turned out I had the full range preamp output connected, so there ,was some double bass going on. However I believe the problem has been solved. Took the plate amp out to check it and there was a 6.8 ohm resi... 
Vandersteen 2W frustration
checking. It turned out output increased substantially after dialing the gain to 91 db from 93 in the vandersteen sw. may be that the gain switch is not working properly. Remember that the unit is over 20 years old. also lowered the hp frequency t... 
Vandersteen 2W frustration
I will play with that tonight. Thank you. 
Vandersteen 2W frustration
The proprietary high pass crossover is nothing more than a first order filter, i.e., a capacitor which value depends on the main amp. input impedance. I have a 0.047 uf cap between my preamp and amp. to account for that. 
Supratek Preamp. and 6SN7's impressions
RCA with clear glass 6SN7GTB from 1956 sold to me by Tube World. A small bottle with black base. Sounds smooth. I know it is not the best RCA there is. The Sylvanias were also small bottle, chrome top cryod,1960's. Sold them.The Tungsols where len... 
6SN7 based Pre-Amplifier
Well, as a Supratek Chardonnay owner, I will have to recommend a Supratek preamp. I know, Supratek closed its doors, but I believe they still have some Chardonnay's or will still be making them. Anyway, they get to this pages oftenGo to the Suprat... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Mick: It is very sad to hear these news. Hope you and your family the best. As far as Puerto Rico- there are Supratek owners and fans.Manuel Vidal