oldhvymec
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| Crossover with variable slope and time delay OP Eriks solution is a great way for around 150.00 or so. I've used Dayton's.I currently use Behringer DCX 2496, as an active XO for bass management.WHY? here is the deal for bass drivers and dampening to work (overshoot). The amp has to be direct... | |
| Is it Me, the Vinyl or the Equipment? I forgot, To heavy of a clamp or LP weight can do it too.. That pressure is actually where it all begins unless it’s an air ride. Air Rides are rumble free, no end load on the platter bearing.. That contact area is pretty important.. Like the diff... | |
| Is it Me, the Vinyl or the Equipment? It’s called rumble, two fold. The weight is to great on the head shell or something need service. Rumble is the floor noise of a given TT, it can be reduced a lot or increased because of maintenance.BTW ALL the older Preamps had filters, the bette... | |
| Best way to wipe off the dust cleaning the gear Anything that can be waxed is waxed everything else is cleaned with clean micro fiber rags. They have to be clean. Wash them with NO SOAP and dry them. I cover EVERYTHING. Silk is what I use. WHY?It does not hold dustIt is mold and water resistant... | |
| The Mighty Puffin I pulled the trigger on one.. It was 450.00 Serial # 18. The first batch.I think it will be a nice addition.. Can always trade in or up..Interesting story on the Puffin.. I like success stories..:-)Thanks guys.. | |
| Playing original lacquer discs How well they were taken care of is what it’s all about..And buddy it’s 70 years ago if it’s a minute.. LOL 78s were old when I was a kid.. I'm 66Yes time does fly..A little research on the ol cart is in order...I still fire up a Victrola for the ... | |
| Can Any Bookshelf Speaker Be Used Nearfield? ANY? If you can stand it at any distance at all. What constitutes Nearfield? I have a FEW pretty goofy setups.. The higher the E the more likely you'll pick up floor noise, so the closer you get the more likely you will hear it..Regards.. | |
| Speakers The single most critical component I’m gonna go with, you really CAN’T leave out any parts.The room 50%. The rest, EVERYTHING, Gear, cable, tweaks, grid, including speakers the other 50%.I’m pretty good at ciphers. I use to have to debug drivers/operators reports as they filled the... | |
| Infinity EMIT Speaker Repair OP just so you know until you change the XO or go to a different type of speaker you will NEVER keep a speaker in that position.. 50-60 watts max for the monitor section.. If you’re using a single amp and jumpers forget it.. I have owned RSIIbs a ... | |
| Infinity EMIT Speaker Repair Which EMIT, K? There are a few kinds.. The real old ones you have to inspect the magnets, make sure they are not flaking and secure them with a GREAT glue, if they need it.. The DIY is pretty easy. I used a press and flat vice.. Worked perfect aft... | |
| My Terrible Emotiva Experience OP I'll never forget this bid I won.. 3 Mcintosh pieces, MX110z and a pair of MC30s. I won the bid at 3,000.00. Pictures looked great, it was a good deal..They arrived 6 weeks later AFTER Katrina hit. That's right.. Completely ruined. Water was s... | |
| The Mighty Puffin Wow, pretty good review indeed. I like the footprint. I have a Decware ZP3 on the build list 6-8 weeks it should be done. LOL I'm not suffering through. 23 weeks sense I ordered and paid for it.. 24-36 week wait..Regards | |
| Japanese Audio What the heck is a Miller? And what does it have to do with the price of TEA in CHINA..That's right we're talikn' about ity bitty amps and great big speakers..What does a Miller have to do with true colours? Red White and Blue? or is it red and wh... | |
| My Terrible Emotiva Experience That's ok OP, NOW I have your attention.. Why don't WE look for a little more refinement in your stereo pallet.. May I offer a solution that offers better performance and better resale value. Parasound. You are going to spend about the same, YET... | |
| The Mighty Puffin Have you tried it? It's all eprom? I understand there are updates on his software/firmware. I was just wondering HOW? Software, Firmware, or Hardware, and can you save and or have more than one upgrade option?Pre 58 options and or. I have some pre... |