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| 6SN7GT VT231 TUBES I know this is not really what you're asking but I have a VTA SP-14 and just replaced the 4 6sn7's with 7n7's (you'll need a base adapter, readily available on ebay). A much more open and detailed sound with no etching of the treble. The bass seem... | |
| Thinking of Magnepan ... finally! I first heard the big Maggies about 35 years ago. They gave the best sound I'd ever heard, but I listened to the naysayers who were naysaying exactly the same things they're naysaying now. So I bought JBL's instead. The sound of the Maggies never ... | |
| Bluesound I despise updates that don't allow you to roll back. I've sitting on an update for my Mytek Liberty 2 DAC for 2 YEARS. As for BluOS and all the other programs, I wish ONE of them would get it right! For example: the search function and the sort ... | |
| Replacing My Maggie 3.6R I've been a Maggie fan for 35 years. I've strayed but always returned. I have 3.3'r and dream about 3.6's! Buy 3.7's or x,s | |
| 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. |