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| Warm, yet detailed tube preamp If you're into a kit, try the Vacuum Tube Audio SP14. I did mine up with Mundorf Ag/Au caps, Khozmo remote attenuator, Vishay resistors and NOS 6sn7 tubes. Fits my system's sound like a glove and it's been absolutely trouble free for many years! | |
| What are your thoughts/opinions on the Orchard Audio Starkrimson Mono Ultra Premium It would have been on my short list but the lack of a single ended input is a deal breaker. Yes, I know that there is an adapter cable. Not a chance.... I've done everything I can to simplify, match and perfect things like cables and connections, ... | |
| concrete (cinder) block tower with wood chopping block for turntable stand I put mine on the concrete slab floor. | |
| Power Cable Audioquest Dragon vs Isotek EVO3 Ascension NEVER buy without listening in YOUR system FIRST! Cords do make a difference but in my experience, the effect is unpredictable. | |
| Bought A Set of Martin Logan CLX ART Its Going To Be An Adventure I have Maggie 3.3r's, very different character but similar placement issues. After decades of trial and error (I have NEVER heard a speaker as finicky about placement, though I suspect the ML's are the same), I finally settled on following Paul Mc... | |
| $50k - $80k Budget…Opinions please. I realize that 50-75k is a moderately expensive system, these days, but it's STILL a huge chunk of money! I'd put 5k aside as a travel budget and go to several dealers (don't forget manufacturers who have in-house systems or who sell direct (PS Au... | |
| Fantasy or reality? Inexpensive solid state preamps that get you 80% there? The VTA SP14 ( http://www.tubes4hifi.com/SP14.htm ) The basic kit is about $1050 and can be purchased fully wired for about $1600. You can add super spec parts like Mumford Ag/Au caps and Kuzmo volume controls, etc as you desire. In base form, it ... | |
| Ditching Class A Amps due to Heat - Sort of a Poll I've owned a Krell 100wpc space heater for 30 years, I kinda like the natural warmth in winter. Seriously, I've got a big room and, even then, it can get too warm in summer, so I have to open the door that sits between the speakers. Found out quic... | |
| Do I need a streamer? @soix Thanks for the suggestion! That was actually my next upgrade planned. I've been slogging around trying to choose the best option. I was looking at the pd Creative kit but they don't offer a USA 120v power supply and the shipping from Poland ... | |
| Do I need a streamer? For almost a year, I used my iPod to stream directly to the line input, I then added a used outboard DAC (Schiit Gungnir) and streamed to that. It was an easily audible improvement in the treble smoothness and soundstage! I just added a used Bluso... | |
| I have seen a lot of ideas concerning Cable lifters Being a firm believer in my own ears, I'm going to make some DIY lifters this weekend and give them a try. Not that it'll change anyone's already formed opinion, but I'll post the results yea or nea. | |
| I have seen a lot of ideas concerning Cable lifters My question: Assuming you believe cable lifters make a difference (and I do) what is the cause? Are they preventing transmission of floor borne vibration, eliminating electrical or magnetic interference from the floor/carpet or eliminating conduct... | |
| Which would you choose for good sounding tube preamp for an audiophile new to tubes. VTA SP14. http://www.tubes4hifi.com/SP14.htm Very musical without being tubey and, in kit form, a bargain even with all the available upgrades! | |
| Looking for a new (preowned OK) line stage under $5K: suggestions? VTA at http://www.tubes4hifi.com/. I bought the SP14 ultimate as a kit and have NEVER been happier. | |
| "World's Best Cables" vs Audioquest interconnects Trust your ears! Your system, your money, your happiness. What all of us think should not make a difference. |