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| Output threshold using a Dynaco ST-70 amplifier with passive pre. Thanks rodman and dekay. My ST-70 remains as original with the exception that I had the caps and resistors replaced. I then purchased new tubes. At this time I am inclined to keep it as original. That said, I will follow up on the resources you... | |
| Output threshold using a Dynaco ST-70 amplifier with passive pre. Thank you AL! I was hoping you would provide guidance. I will forget the meter approach for the reasons you stated. I have been playing with the Schiit SYS pre and will continue this way to find what I believe to be a reasonable volume limit. Reg... | |
| Dazed and Confused - Upgrading System But Too Many Options! Congrats on your new purchases! I would 'stay pat' and not be in any hurry to replace the B&K amp. Enjoy and let the new pre and speakers break in. With experience gained listening to your 'new system' you will better be able to define the imp... | |
| 8-16 ohm budget speakers OK, I bit the bullet and bought a pair of Klipsch RP-160M speakers (at a good sale price). I have been breaking them in and comparing them to B&W 685s as driven by my NAD 326BEE. Thus far comparison made playing system on back deck, thus no ro... | |
| In wall AC cables I ran 3 lines. One for amp, one for pre and TT, one for digital sources. Used 10ga romex. | |
| Recos for entry level Bookshelf speaker $400-750 for 21yo nieces first system? I have been watching for a used pair of the Silverline Minuets. If I was looking to spend $700 I would purchase a pair of the new 'plus' models. As willgolf suggested, research these. | |
| Finally stepping into the hobby after 30 years of watching from the sidelines If thinking of an integrated amplifier and want an all tube system I agree with the Rogue Cronus suggestion. Within budget, has phonostage, and would mate well with the Vandys.If willing to go the hybrid route, another option is the Vincent 237 in... | |
| Recommended Power Amp watts vs Speaker Watt power handling ability Given that you are not over driving your speakers, I would say that you are doing both speakers and amplifier a favor. Amp will last longer and speakers will be under best control. | |
| Vincent SV-236MK Yea, I also hope he provides info on his new amp. | |
| Which system would you rather have? Well Ivan, if I could afford financial ruin, I would go for door '3'. Since this is not possible for me I take door '2'. I believe this would provide the most satisfaction across recordings.I also have 3 systems, at different price points, all far... | |
| Single ended vs xlr balanced Though it seems that the answer in the 1st post provided by aka_ca proves correct, I truly enjoyed the education I received via followup. Thanks! | |
| I asking for suggestions in choosing a pre-amp [that won't "break the bank". What budget won't 'break the bank'. | |
| Looking for my first tube amplifier, help appreciated. The spec you are looking for is the output impedance of your pre. The input impedance of a audio device (in this case the amplifier) should be at least 10x (some say 20x) that of the device feeding it (your pre). Given your budget, I am with mattm... | |
| Vincent SV-236MK I believe you would have to go with a SS amp that mates well with our speakers and tube pre that mates well with it to get the job done. | |
| speaker and interconnects, how nice do I need Sam, please let us know what you decide. Good luck! |