oldhvymec
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| So you think wire conductors in cables are directional? Think again... OP if your version of "Frat boy" is a LOT of us agree cables sound different, you’re right. If you install them one way and there are NO ARROWS and then install it the other way and DO or DON’T hear a difference, what camp does that put someone in... | |
| So you think wire conductors in cables are directional? Think again... Under 90 days is a 3 to 1 favorite :-)Regards and likewise to all Namaste' | |
| So you think wire conductors in cables are directional? Think again... We all have the ability to remove our own post OP. It's not the mods it's self deletion.. If not, someone learned what the "Report" button was. It's not what's it's for but.. Some think it's right to silence other.You know just like you.. You thi... | |
| How to find the min and max bending radius of a cable. I never though about it.. I been in some tight spots too.. If it fits it works.. If it don't it won't.. Kind of the rule of thumb for me.Strange question really.. Lots of luck anyways.Regards | |
| I get it now OP everything is new and fun, BUT the fact of the matter is that C2500 is a great all around preamp. A good phono stage (not a super duper phono stage) with options for MC loading and dual TT/Carts/Tonearms.Variable "Loudness" AND tone control. Sa... | |
| I get it now I'm a Mac guy, aren't they grand. I almost named a child Mac. Just kidding. His REAL name is Marantz Infinity JBL Josiah McToosh III.I have a C2500 I love it.. NOW buy two great Tellies or RCA for the main tubes leave the rest.. Change those two.... | |
| Any audiophiles in Israel or Europe here? You are going, and planning to come back. It is a dusty, dry, hard climate.I worked through the region many years ago as a HD mechanic on mobile support and drilling equipment. Foundational ground support, tunnel building, all kinds of stuff.If I ... | |
| Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound. Add a Fraya + you’ll get a full blown taste of tubes, 2K or so..What you think guys.. a long with the Quicksilver MBs.I have a pair of Cary SixPacs all dolled up. Efficient speakers and a GREAT preamp, look out. EL34 voiced BUT they will run all t... | |
| Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound. noromance5,770 posts05-24-2021 9:28pmUsed pair of Quicksilver monoblocs here.Use the pre out on your Peachtree.https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisaa875-quicksilver-mid-mono-tube <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<... | |
| Beginner looking for guidance into tube sound. You want to see if you like valves? Get a tube buffer and get a good one.. pretty simple.Decware makes a great one and there are a FEW others that work really well. An option for A/B and easy to turn it on or off.. Just depends on your mood and th... | |
| Suggest something that plays CDs and streams for around 3000? Cocktail is what I use.. What a jewel.1500-3000.DACGreat CD/Ripper and playbackOne or two hard drive baysStreamer/ServerBalancedVERY well built. I’m talking serious build quality, HEAVY!It will double as a standalone Preamp and has a phono input f... | |
| Preamp tubes in power amps As one of the prior poster mentioned the amp is voiced different than the "OLD" tube or valve amps. Where an older valve amp may sound "Bright" or have harsh mids, a newer design takes advantage of that valves characteristics. NOS is kind of a spo... | |
| Tube Bias question Get a set of 4 within 5% and you have a GOOD matched set. 10% is not uncommon. Golden Lyon is 10%. Make sure you make your position clear. Not their match YOUR match.. 5%.. NOT 10%4 pieces within 5% same date stamp. There are just too many out th... | |
| Decware zen vs mc30/mc60 how do these compare? He will build the amps, he won’t have them. BUT he usually knows if one of his amps or preamps is for sale.. I have a pair of 60s that I picked up 24k gold plated cases for. I haven’t done them up but that is an option too. Just top notch plating.... | |
| Decware zen vs mc30/mc60 how do these compare? merccougar89.@ gmail.com |