oldhvymec

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Actual Lead Time on Tekton Speakers
This is a customer relation issue for sure. BUT I wouldn’t sell my speakers out of the US. This is the exact reason why. I’ll bet there was NO problem at ALL, just payola and a SHIPPER knowing he’s gonna get paid no matter what, IF Tekton new they... 
Premature gear defenestrations
Well the only fix for the guy chucking the receive off the roof was to change speakers. I know I bought and fixed them. The fix was 30.00 usd , but the guy world have nothing to do with a fix that was reflected in the 9.1 series.. No idea why. I p... 
Premature gear defenestrations
hide45 I'm a pretty common fella, I had to look up what defenestrations meant.I saw a guy drop a Kenwood 9600 off a 2 story building and watch it explode when it hit the bolder in the back yard... It blew up for the 4th time.. Driving Infinity Ka... 
Quantum Science Audio Thread
MC knows what he's talking about, but if there is an arrow and THAT tid-bit goes over your head, what was he suppose to say.. Go ahead put it in backwards, rectify that George.. You've made your point, you and your buddies don't use them so MOVE O... 
Opinions needed-fatigue
You getting blistered. That's what I call it. mids are WAY forward and the high right at eye level.. 8-12 feet and put it just over you head with a laser pin.   Maybe.. 
POWER more POWER
GAN base is all the rage at a reasonable price.. 800-2500.00 or so..I want to hear one. BUT put a brick on it, compared to the ol Krell. Might fly away in the wind.. 10 lbs vs 100 lbs and LOW heat.. That would be a change.. Krell is tough to beat ... 
Keeping Audiophilia And The Love Of Music Alive & Well!
I’m not paying showroom prices. I’m way past other peoples speakers. I like what I like.I have what I like and have made.. I’m pretty lucky.. I sure couldn’t afford to buy what I use to make for someone else.The commercial speaker I liked went out... 
Is your now then?
I see it as the gear is getting better, but my ears can't hold out forever. :-)Regards 
Takayuki 300B vs Western Electric NEW Production 300B
willgolf in about 15 more years start looking for new valves.. That is the ONLY reason to use that valve. Longevity! I had 97-A Western Electric amps.. They were nice amps. No body knew what they were back then.They came out of an old theater. I n... 
Quantum Science Audio Thread
jasonborurne52, Just like with George, I offered to get a fuse SENT to him. I don't even know any of the guys that sell the silly things.I know they will send YOU the fuse and if you put it in the way the arrow point, and THEN reverse it and ca... 
forte 3 crossover build
Your saying they can't help at all? or it would take a while to get to your crossover. There is a 6 month back log on everything except toilet paper. Just so you know. Vendors can pick and choose, FOR NOW...Regards 
Takayuki 300B vs Western Electric NEW Production 300B
No matter what, get a small supply before the gouge starts.. They have gone up 20% across the board on Name brands.. Surplus eastern block small valves, are still stable. There is a LOT of surplus, there is no shortage there.300s were meant to las... 
Quantum Science Audio Thread
Well it's pretty simple. Fuse sellers and or what ever else is sold it is NOT ok for George to slam a product. He doesn't even use aftermarket fuses. If he would say "clean, inspect, and replace old fuses with what the manufacture recommends", and... 
Quantum Science Audio Thread
George you were asked nice. VERY nice as a mater of fact by the OP. Be a gentleman and move on. ONCE was enough a second or third is not OK. After that it’s beyond turning the other cheek. OR I suppose ALL your post can be removed.. It’s strictly ... 
forte 3 crossover build
STL the link above, might be able to help.