muzcal
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| Using MX110 with Mcintosh MC220 Connect the tape output of the MX110 to an Aux input n the MC220. | |
| Problem with VPI 16.5 I found that heat generated by the 16.5 seemed to be the cause of tube breaking. The 17F doesn't seem to have that problem. | |
| HiFI Fuses ? I think they're around $39/ea and they DO make a difference! | |
| Are 450VDC Solen Caps the wrong choice? Shouldn't be a problem. | |
| How many pair of speakers do you own? 7 not counting my old JBL's. | |
| How to tell..... 1.If you can see the grid thru the holes in the plate structure, the 12au7 will have a more jagged look compared to the smoother look of a 12ax7.2.Test it in a tube checker as if they are 12ax7's. If they meet spec, they're 12ax7's. If they are wa... | |
| McIntosh Preamps The C11 is identical to the C22 only without certain features which aren't critical. If you play 78's the C20 is a good preamp. There are 2 versions of the C20 but both are circuitwise identical. | |
| Tube preamp suggestions. I agree with Rushton. The CJ's are a real good value. Try for a PV10a with phono and try rolling the 12ax7s, 12au7s and 12at7s. I use Mullard box plate 12ax7s, Mullard box plate 12au7s and Brimar 12at7s.Almost any NOS tube will be better than what... | |
| What should be the first component when upgrading? I'd do the amp first. It's the weakest link. | |
| can anyone reccomend a high quality receptacle Absolutely! I recommend Kimber Wattgate receptacles. Huge improvement. A no-brainer. | |
| Which electrical outlet I'm assuming you mean ac plugs in which case I definitely recommend the Wattgate. | |
| monarch tube tuner fm-100x Monarch was a Japanese company that exported to the US in the late '60's. These were considered low end products of the time. | |
| Review: Ortofon FF 15 C MK II Cartridge You might try getting an eliptical stylus for this if one is available. | |
| Is power cord upgrade now still necessary? Power cords can improve anything with a motor like a turntable or CD motor as well as improving the sound of electronics in general. Make sure you get the AC polarity right. | |
| Dahlquist DQ-10 : Latest driver substitutes?? I suggest looking on ebay for a replacement tweeter. DQ10's are being parted out all the time. The woofer is an Advent woofer so those are available also. |