phaelon
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Opinions on vintage cj amps and Teflon cap mods Mrtennis, I enjoy much of what this amp has to offer. I'm hoping I can improve it without altering its virtues. Think of it like buying a vintage house that you love for its woodwork and craftsmanship of a bygone era. Would it be inconsistent to t... | |
A look into classical This might seem off-the-wall, but it just can't be coincidence that most of my favorite classical recordings are on "Living Stereo" SACDs. | |
Opinions on vintage cj amps and Teflon cap mods Thanks again everyone,With your help, I've decided that the least I should do is try to hear some components that use teflon caps to try and identify their sonic signature in comparison with other capacitors and proceed from there. Paul, I know th... | |
Seeking advice on tube amps "I suggest finding some tube friendly speakers first (90+ dB sensitivity, 8 ohm nominal impedance with dips no lower than 6 ohms)."The fast track to happiness Tmesselt. Good luck. | |
New "Astral Weeks Live" Philefreak, I couldn't agree with you more, that live music is where it's at; but not because of coughing, hoots,and hollers, but in spite of them. Besides, in your first post, you weren't comparing a live event with a studio recording, you were t... | |
Opinions on vintage cj amps and Teflon cap mods Thank you, every post makes excellent points. I wouldn't be considering a modification of this expense if I wasn't considering these amps as long term keepers; long...long term. This modification is very expensive ($1800+ per chassis) and would be... | |
New "Astral Weeks Live" "then you're not a music lover at all!"I'll probably regret not remaining silent, but this and similar statements that admonish others as not being "true (whatever),for having different preferences is...what's the word I'm looking for...oh yes, pe... | |
Which James Bond Theme Recording Whenever I feel that spy-thing coming on, I pull out my trusty old: "The best of James Bond 30th Anniversary edition". A nice 2cd set. It contains two versions of "Mr. Kiss-Kiss Bang Bang". While Dionne Warwick sings a nice song, Shirley Bassey si... | |
How is the power range determined? Recommended amplification for my current 91db speakers was 25-150W. I figured that 70 tube watts would be plenty; and it was, until I through 200 watts at them. I couldn't believe how much music I was missing. Another benefit is that my system bec... | |
Focal Diablo Utopia in HiFi+ It was an Einstein amplifier. I didn't ask which model, but somebody there told me it was rated at 85 watts. The room was also larger than what I suspect will be typical for this speaker. | |
What music do you want to play really loud? "Ant Marches and Worm Songs" by the "Fido Flea Band". | |
Focal Diablo Utopia in HiFi+ The Ayra C1.0s were underpowered when I heard them, IMO. That said, the high quality of this speaker came through. Amazing bass and room-fill for its size. The treble coming from the ribbon tweeter was extended and sweet. | |
Speaker for low volume listening with high WAF Sorry, the minimum amp recommendation is 50 Watts. I listened to them with 85W and thought that was insufficient to take control of the extraordinary base level that these small speakers are capable of producing. | |
Speaker for low volume listening with high WAF I recently heard the Raidho Ayra C1.0 mini monitors. IMO, they fall into the "must audition class" if you have, space considerations, sufficient power and the budget. Ignore the 85W minimum recommendation for amps, they need power. | |
Can good speakers take edge off digital? Toufu, if you can increase your budget, a used Modwright Sony would be my recommendation. No digital edge and, provided that you shop smartly, you'll be able to resell it for little or no loss. |