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Preamp Deal of the Century
Hi Slowhand.The Malbecs are going to replace either a pair of highly modified Golden Tube 300b Monoblocks or a Wright Sound 3.5. Let's see. The rest of the system:Teres 265/Triplanar Ultimate/Zyx Airy 3APL 3910 Universal PlayerSupratek CheninCoinc... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Mick told me that my Malbecs are ready to ship. I ordered them in October. As soon as I have them and a chance to listen to them I'll post my initial impressions. They are good candidates to replace my highly modified Golden Tube 300b Mk I, but le... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Thank you very much for the rapid answer. Pablo. 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Kgturner:I am glad you are enjoying the Malbecs. I am still waiting for mines. I have a question for you: what happened with the buzzing you were experiencing when you got the Malbecs? Thanks, Pablo. 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Thank you very much Ikkyu2 for the information. I already bought a pair of the Russian tubes and I am testing them right now. Still waiting for my Malbecs. Pablo. 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Hi:I have a question about 6922s. I was using Amperex White Label USA made in the phono section with good results, but one tube is now gone for good. What is the experience of those using the Chenin regarding the 6922 tube? Mick shipped my Chenin ... 
Preamp Deal of the Century
I ordered a pair of Malbecs last week of October. Pablo. 
A good 50-70 watts tube amplifier for $ 2000?
Thank you very much for all the answers! I have a variety of amps to choose from. I am more familiar with the Conrad Johnson line, because I used to have, and enjoyed very much, a Conrad Johnson Premier 11A. But I will take a look at Music Referen... 
A good 50-70 watts tube amplifier for $ 2000?
You are absolutely right. My fault. I already have the speakers for that second system: Coincident Total Victory. Pablo. 
Preamp Deal of the Century
Hi Amandarae:Where do you buy the Sovteks? I am using the Sylvanias 6F6G and I want to try the Sovteks.Hi Slowhand:Did Mick tell you how he came up with that name for the KT-88? Nice name! 
Preamp Deal of the Century
I also have had very good communication and advice from both, Mick and Thom. Mick solved a minor problem with my Chenin over the internet with my technician in a couple of days, and Thom helped me with a problem with my Micro Seiki 505 even though... 
Your Opinion: Coincident Vs. Silverline?
I owned a Silverline Sonata Mk. I for a couple of years and I replaced it for a Coincident Total Victory. Tha Sonatas were quite good, with a very good mid-range, but the Coincidents sound better. 
Supratek Tubes and Tube Swappin' for Everybody
I think that many of us respect EcclectiqueÂ’s opinions a lot. He had helped us not only in tube rolling issues but in other audio related issues as well. In relation to tube rolling I also was in touch with Mick and his position is that NOS tubes ... 
A good CD player for about $ 1,500 used?
Thank you very much for your help. Right now I have a better idea about what kind of player I have to audition in the incoming weeks.Seandtaylor: I am glad the 1042 has worked for you.Boa2: I am confirming your point about the Wright Sound 3.5. I'... 
Upgrading my SET amplifiers?
Hi Don:Currently I have the crossover at 35, but, over the years, and with different material, I've moved the frequency from 28 to 35. Regards, Pablo.