oddiofyl

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Mullard EL34 that sounds best
I have had good luck with JJ EL34 type 1.   Sound great.      
Ypsilon DAC-100?
Not all tube testers can test that tube either ,. It has a Loctal socket.         
Ypsilon DAC-100?
C3G are tough to find ,  and pricey.  EZ81 are plentiful, new and NOS.    I would pass.     
Can you do anything to make power tubes last longer ?
I make my tubes last longer by turning my second system on.  I'm fortunate to have a solid state system that I use 75 % of the time.   I have always been told turning amps on for short periods then off is bad for tubes.  I do bias right at or a l... 
EtherREGEN or LHY SW-6? Anyone compare the 2? Thoughts/opinions?
Can't compare but I have had the SW-6 for a few months.  Built like a tank.  Nice quality   
Streamer, no DAC please?
I would look at Innuos and Auralic in your price range.  Eversolo support is non existent.   It's decent hardware with a decent interface but if one of their firmware updates has a bug don't expect a fix.   Been waiting 6 months for USB out to wor... 
Are REL the most Musical Subs?
My Dad has a single S/510  and it's a great sub.  Two in stereo would be great, they are quite a bit larger but if you have the space...    it's about 16x 16 x18 deep  
Why are DAC's so much more expensive than transports?
Good question , prices are out of control.   Answer ?   Because they can.     
BEST CD TRANSPORT
I didn't want a slot loader and didn't have the space for a top loader and the Teac sounds great.    Not worried about the tray at all.   It's driven by a rubber band, that is usually what fails when it won't eject.    
What's the weakest link in my stereo set up? I live in a townhome, so limited on space.
I agree best bang for buck would be stylus / cart.   
Are Headphones Fit for Serious Music Listening?
Yes,I know, but  the HP3 are actually pretty decent sounding...  I'm sure if I listened to phones more i would have bought Audize or Focal.    I've honestly thought about selling them a few times but never did.     
Are EL34 based amps more musical than KT series based ? Or it's purely a matter of design?
That's another reason I like those QS.   Sometimes I'm looking for a different presentation and will re tube with a 6l6.    My last quad was 6l6,  was just missing the el34 tone a little  
Are EL34 based amps more musical than KT series based ? Or it's purely a matter of design?
That's probably why I kept my Quicksilver Mid Monos.    They ship with EL34 but can take any EL34 or 6L6 variant.    I've used KT 66,77,88 but I lean more toward the EL34 so I will put them in my system occasionally. I have a 300b too and prefer ... 
Are Headphones Fit for Serious Music Listening?
I have a pair of Klipsch HP3 and a Quicksilver Headphone Amp.   I haven't really used them since I set up a bedroom system.  They are a good sounding combo but it's not the same as speakers .    I bought the pair when I was in the middle of a div... 
I often notice that people who have open reel decks and/or tube equipment are nicest
If you don't have a good resource for info , tubes and RTRs can be challenging.   I always try to give good advice/ info when possible.