oldhvymec
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| How to physically move large heavy 100lb amplifiers easily (up and downstairs) Need two, one under each arm.. or strapped, backpack style, up the stairs I go.. Just have someone behind you, or tie a rope around your neck.. If you drop the amp, you'll want to jump..... pretty sure on that.The box it came in strapped to a ski... | |
| Tube amp bias adjustment advice You got the answer.. Don't ride home with the window down, there is all kinds of stuff, to help.. That use to really mess with my listening sessions.Take care of your ears... Make a big ear for one ear.. really. Take your hat off, NO HATS... The c... | |
| What's your favorite boutique speaker maker I like mine....I had a set of 123 LS6s (GR) crossover and design, Still have their Servo bass columns... I like mine... I like the look of the original LS9s, too. Open baffle is just HARD to get right...I gave up on them... I still use planars, j... | |
| Questions about integrating sub with monitors, power usage and driver age I haven't used the bass section on my speaker system for years, they don't work right because of 1st and second order XOs, the timing just can't work..and they were the best in the business at the time. I use very little room treatment, too. I don... | |
| Amp makes clapping noise The truth always works for me.. Ask the guy if he thinks it's fair?Did YOU offer a no question ask, money back deal? Fair questions for fair people. Feedback works both ways.Does for me anyways.. Some folks you can't do business with.Come on you ... | |
| Tube amp bias adjustment advice How about using your cell phone, buy a SPL plug in mic. Calibrate the mic and do a test or two. Quit guessing and see if one is actually louder than the other.https://www.amazon.com/Dayton-Audio-iMM-6-Calibrated-Measurement/dp/B00ADR2B84/ref=sr_1_... | |
| Speakers which always sound good erik_squires OP9,636 posts10-03-2020 10:11amInfinity RS speakers of the 70-80 were great too,How do they sound great in any room? You needed a huge room to put them in! ;-) <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<... | |
| What was your most fun and rewarding upgrade? Biggest bang for the buck, was room treatment.Second was the electrical grid, maintain 120VAC, protect against surges (quickly) and high quality cabling and outlets.The best improvement overall, was going to BI and Tri amping, with individual bass... | |
| Speakers which always sound good Though the company is no longer in business, it is still my favorite speaker. VMPS. I really like the planar designs, for the simple reason they don’t ware out.. They will be good fo the next 30 years. Just as they have been for the last 20+ years... | |
| McIntosh MC2300 uses in todays world LOL in your dreams, they cost between 2500-3500.00 Working.All dolled up and sequential serial numbers, 35-4500.00Bass duty? They will do bass duty all right...That and the MC2500 were some of the best EVER made when it comes to reliability, and P... | |
| Swiss cables Very neutral, but always on time. ;-)Any particular manufacture? You have to figure, where EVERYBODY is buying their materials from. Other than "I have a new idea", or "made with swiss hands", not a lot of difference. Made at high altitude? Made... | |
| Subwoofers down-firing or side-firing? Why? Downward porting, with a passive radiator solves a few problems. Add that with side firing active drivers, you get a few things more. Quicker roll offs, and easier blend between sub and bass. The material used is important in the drivers and PR... | |
| VTV Purifi amp models Hay OPBetter to stay out of trouble, than to get out of trouble..A larger well built PS is always a plus..I have a Nord One up X 3. NC500s all with their own PS all with the largest they could supply at the time. 3. smps1200A400 Power supplies in ... | |
| Are my standards too high? No name callin' with the ones I posted, you see any? That set up would be hard pressed to get a bad review, serious gear there for under 15KRegards | |
| What speakers are these WOW they are pretty serious looking. 2 active 15", push / pull or one passive. Sure look like a spendy pair...Regards |