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1: SET Asylum, RE: Dennis, you're not addressing the issue (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2021-01-06, 06:02:47 (104.9.76.184)
WOW, lol........ I started this thread over a month ago, just wondering how this dude Dennis was doing and It's taken on a life of it's own. I hear ya. lol .......
2: SET Asylum, RE: Serious Stereo (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2020-12-04, 12:44:47 (104.9.76.184)
Just wondering .......
3: SET Asylum, Serious Stereo (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2020-12-04, 08:51:41 (104.9.76.184)
Has anyone "heard" from Dennis ( Tube Wrangler) at Serious Stereo( 2A3) in a while ? His website is no longer active. .......
4: SET Asylum, RE: Baltimore area amp help - 300/76/6sn7 Hogan amp need work (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2020-08-01, 08:58:52 (104.9.76.184)
Wow, brings back memories. I truly forgot I still own a Hogan amp.It was put away 4 years ago. Maybe I'll dust it off. 300/26/6sn7. He Was really a nice guy. .......
5: SET Asylum, RE: How to dispose of 845 amps (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2019-07-08, 13:20:54 (104.9.76.184)
Hello, are you selling these ? .......
6: SET Asylum, RE: here is what they say. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2019-01-20, 05:02:24 (104.9.76.184)
Thanks .......
7: SET Asylum, Lamn ML 1 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2019-01-14, 12:16:09 (104.9.76.184)
Would someone be so kind as to explain to me how to bias the lamn ML1. I called Lamn and have a hard time understanding them. Very nice people though. .......
8: SET Asylum, RE: input sensitivity of Fi 2a3 monos amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2018-06-19, 16:04:45 (104.9.76.184)
Tube Wrangler is THE MAN. I don't agree with modeling, measuring or "all". Have owned over 50 tube amps. A lot of the expensive stuff, plus what people once raved about on these forums. But Dennis is .......
9: SET Asylum, RE: Would these monoblocs be really that good? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2017-02-13, 17:46:45 (104.9.76.184)
18K is a lot of money, unless you are "rich", but the "best" amplifier I personally have ever heard had that same Tango iron through out. The sound was unreal. So that being said........ no ::: TOPIC: .......
10: SET Asylum, RE: xaudiomanx. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2017-02-03, 18:03:00 (104.9.76.184)
I hear you, but it gets me "there", so this being my only vice besides Pepsi and the Chicago White Sox, I'd say it is worth it. .......
11: SET Asylum, RE: xaudiomanx. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2017-02-02, 15:59:56 (104.9.76.184)
Yup, awesome sounding amps for sure. I own a pair but paid "only" about $4,800 for mine used. I had an older pair( newer ones do sound "better) and the newer models I now have. I purchased both used f .......
12: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Good Bye (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2015-02-17, 12:15:32 (104.9.76.52)
Wow, you are a good guy. Don't be a stranger. Go Huskies. .......
13: SET Asylum, RE: Please go away...sponor a sub forum here. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2015-01-08, 03:55:58 (104.9.76.52)
I believe my 10 square uses an 801 as well. Have not put them in yet. .......
14: SET Asylum, RE: Please go away...sponor a sub forum here. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2015-01-06, 15:27:35 (104.9.76.52)
I agree. I'm no "fan". I dont read their "stuff". You perhaps know BS when you read it. I simply don't read his stuff anymore. Have not for a while . Not meaning to be insensitive to your exasperation .......
15: SET Asylum, RE: Please go away...sponor a sub forum here. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2015-01-06, 14:21:31 (104.9.76.52)
One more thing.... there is another amplifier I call "The Truth". It's built by another very special builder. It's called a 10-Square. The guy who built it does not post much I guess, but assuming you .......
16: SET Asylum, RE: Please go away...sponor a sub forum here. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2015-01-06, 14:00:27 (104.9.76.52)
Nope , I don't have a dog in this fight. Audio Note ?? Nope sorry, not even close. As to GEO, we have a "history". I have purchased many of his amps on Audiogone. Eccentric taste ? Maybe that all depe .......
17: SET Asylum, RE: Please go away...sponor a sub forum here. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2015-01-05, 18:07:13 (104.9.76.52)
I love you guys !!!!! Suffered some losses this past year and after having not visited this site for a while, it's good to read I guess that the madness of the asylum still rules. GEO, you telling Den .......
18: SET Asylum, RE: Commercial mfrs. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2014-10-25, 05:42:35 (104.9.76.52)
There is or was a used Dennis Fraker 2A3 pair of mono's for sale on line that will totally change your perspective on the 45 and 2A3 . I'm no Dennis "fan", but if you get a hold of those , your 45 tri .......
19: SET Asylum, RE: Amen brother! (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2014-03-05, 04:25:59 (99.135.189.215)
Yes !I have 2 pairs of AVVT 300M, that to my ears are wonderful. Nothing else I have heard can touch these. I purchased a new pair of WE 300B about 11 years ago. Still with less than 200 hours on them .......
20: Tubes Asylum, AVVT 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-08-19, 07:38:35 (99.141.118.61)
Hello, I have (3) AVVT 2A3 mesh plates with little use. 1 more makes 2 pair , and me a happy camper. If you have a good single at home that you cant use solo, and don't mind selling it please let me k .......
21: Tubes Asylum, 287A (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-08-04, 12:40:07 (99.14.233.164)
287a mercury rectifiers. Have any good ones for sale ? Please advise, offer, or direct me. Thanks .......
22: SET Asylum, Triodes (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-08-02, 19:40:51 (99.14.233.164)
Just asking..... 801, VT25, 10y, 50's. This amps takes them all. Money is a little tight. Can you give me a golden ear impression if you have the time on these before I venture ? .......
23: SET Asylum, RE: 2A3 RCA Cunningham Engraved Base just Completely Died on me............ (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-07-30, 17:12:48 (99.14.233.164)
It died because it saw that AVVT 2A3 mesh plate staring at it from the corner of your room. .......
24: SET Asylum, RE: SET vs OTL (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-07-14, 19:02:13 (99.135.191.51)
I guess you have a point there. I have two really nice amps that hold me hostage, so I'm careful to listen only when I have time. I was just curious. .......
25: SET Asylum, SET vs OTL (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-07-11, 17:49:39 (99.135.189.101)
Can anyone with first hand experience please tell me the "sonic difference" between a good OTL amp and a good SET. .......
26: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Serious Stereo 2A3 amps (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-07-10, 15:48:00 (99.135.189.101)
drlowmu may not be the best person to defend Dennis amp, because he is most defintely his biggest fan, and may not be as objective as someone who is not under Dennis spell. That being said...... and p .......
27: SET Asylum, RE: Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-06-18, 14:25:46 (99.141.122.51)
Talked to Larry, thanks. .......
28: SET Asylum, RE: Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-06-13, 17:57:23 (99.14.234.84)
Oh, I need contact info please. .......
29: SET Asylum, Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-06-13, 17:11:14 (99.14.234.84)
Hello, sending out an SOS to Larry D. Moore. Need to talk when you can. .......
30: SET Asylum, RE: AVVT 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-06-09, 01:53:32 (99.14.234.18)
No, I have two PAIRS already. Only need a pair to run my mono's. But the more the better. .......
31: SET Asylum, AVVT 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-05-29, 13:49:01 (99.141.113.203)
I was fortunate to find a gentleman sell me an un-used pair of AVVT 2A3 mesh recently. If you have a pair you never used and would be willing to part with them, please let me know. Thank You ::: TOPIC .......
32: SET Asylum, Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-05-16, 11:13:49 (99.141.120.91)
300B,50,10. Just wondering from someone who has listened to all three of these triodes. Are there any major sonic differences regarding tone ? Thanks .......
33: SET Asylum, RE: Hogan 717a/45 produces auditory art........more... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-03-06, 12:25:00 (99.135.187.233)
JH 6sn7/5Z3 pre amp. .......
34: SET Asylum, RE: Hogan 717a/45 produces auditory art (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-03-05, 16:42:04 (99.135.188.213)
njjohn gave me his opinion, but do you think I can put the AVVT 300B mesh plate in one of John Hogan's 26/300B amps ? I mean the amp puts out far less than a "normal" 300B amp. the high gain pre amp t .......
35: SET Asylum, RE: 26 Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-02-20, 14:38:03 (75.34.26.144)
Hogan 26/300B. The first one he sold me. Have not heard it since he passed. .......
36: SET Asylum, RE: 26 Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-02-19, 04:35:52 (75.34.26.144)
Thank You .......
37: SET Asylum, 26 Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-02-18, 18:08:16 (75.34.26.144)
Can you help me out here. Need 26 triode ST shape. A pair ?NOS .......
38: Tubes Asylum, 26 Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2013-02-18, 18:06:47 (75.34.26.144)
Can't find any for sale [ 26 triode] on line anywhere. Sending out an SOS. .......
39: SET Asylum, RE: Has anyone got both AN (UK) and Fi Audio Equipment? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-08-20, 06:16:35 (99.14.234.77)
YES !! .......
40: SET Asylum, RE: Lamm (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-25, 12:05:20 (99.140.250.186)
I just figured that when you find the "one", you never sell it ? .......
41: SET Asylum, Lamm (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-23, 12:27:18 (99.141.114.174)
So many Lamm ML amplifiers for sale on the used market. What's going on ? Coincidence ? .......
42: SET Asylum, RE: More like $120,000, possibly more! Nt (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-22, 12:51:33 (99.135.189.54)
You never know. May find one in a fire sale for $ 4995 ????? .......
43: SET Asylum, RE: Best ~ $5,000 SET Amp? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-21, 15:04:25 (99.141.114.47)
Gaku-On :-) .......
44: SET Asylum, RE: Here you go? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-07, 15:47:07 (99.14.235.187)
My brother is on his way home from living in Capetown. Wanna hear his gear while he stays with me a while. Should be fun. .......
45: SET Asylum, RE: Just re-wire it....... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-01, 06:58:34 (99.141.116.2)
Ok. I will investigate. .......
46: SET Asylum, 230 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-07-01, 05:20:15 (99.141.116.2)
Ok.... If you don't know then you have to ask. What needs to be done if you have a European (230) v amp , but would like to use it Stateside. I mean does one need a dedicated line with some kind of tr .......
47: SET Asylum, RE: What this is all about (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-27, 11:45:19 (99.141.114.41)
His amp is real nice ok . But......... I have this guy who lives on our block. He would always push my buttons during our town hall meetings with some opinion concerning the community. All the older p .......
48: SET Asylum, RE: The road ahead (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-24, 10:37:36 (99.135.188.175)
I love good tunes . Please procure me a pair of AVVT 2A3 mesh plates. Your connections reach far and wide. Do this for me as a music lover, not as a vender. :-) .......
49: SET Asylum, RE: Nori Kumuro? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-15, 15:14:22 (99.141.125.239)
Ha Ha......thank you. I like reading this stuff. .......
50: SET Asylum, 1610 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-15, 12:22:45 (99.141.121.62)
There is a Japanese guy who lives in New York. He was a part of the "triode mafia" along with Don Garber. I believe they once worked in an audio shop together years ago. I read an article about a 40 w .......
51: SET Asylum, RE: To drink or not drink. . . (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-15, 10:58:11 (99.141.121.62)
Here is the thing with me Ray........ First off, I dont know anything about the technical side of "why" this stuff sounds the way it does. So when you guys argue about the numbers, readings, ohms law, .......
52: SET Asylum, RE: To drink or not drink. . . (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-14, 18:09:13 (99.141.121.62)
Look...... keep it going ! This back and forth with Dennis or Jeff? is a ok with me. The only music lovers that matters to me in the end are my two ears. Who's Jeff ? .......
53: SET Asylum, RE: To Whom It May Concern (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-13, 04:27:21 (99.14.235.52)
Did he mention his company when asked about his impressions on the 2A3 ? That's where he was blasted for doing so. Or did he mention it in another forum. I missed that ? .......
54: SET Asylum, RE: To Whom It May Concern (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-06-12, 21:00:25 (99.141.120.52)
I imagine you build amps for the love of it. But I need you to know that your love for your craft also brings joy. For me..... that trumps all this other BS. An infinite delight in making others happy .......
55: SET Asylum, RE: Obviously sales are down (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-30, 04:39:37 (99.141.118.18)
Thanks tube wrangler. you gave me some insight about the AVVT 2A3 mesh, simply because I asked. All these threads behind my question and very little from anyone else about "my question". You guys have .......
56: SET Asylum, 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-29, 06:43:09 (99.14.235.199)
One last 2A3 question. Any impressions on the KR2A3 from anyone who has listened to this tube ? Thanks .......
57: SET Asylum, AVVT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-27, 13:53:00 (99.135.189.30)
Look..... whoever you are, I want that NOS pair of late batch AVVT 2A3 Mesh Plates you have sitting around that you will never use. Give me a price and lets do business. Cool .......
58: SET Asylum, RE: Dennis Fraker (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-27, 10:50:43 (99.135.189.30)
Jazz ??? Most definitely. I grew up in a Rollins, Trane, post bop kinda home. .......
59: SET Asylum, RE: Dennis Fraker (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-27, 08:54:10 (99.135.189.30)
Hey Husky !!!!!!! I'm doing the analog thing for the first time since college.Tubes+Vinyl........ magical. Seems the 2A3 plus vinyl is my ticket to forgetting about the world these days. Have a safe C .......
60: SET Asylum, RE: Dennis Fraker (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-24, 19:01:29 (99.141.120.208)
Hello, I had 4 pairs of those AVVT 2A3M some years back. The first 2 pairs failed, and I was not willing to use the last two pair so I eneded up basically giving them away, and lost interest in the 2A .......
61: SET Asylum, RE: Mesh 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-11, 16:08:44 (99.141.113.243)
Whats his Moniker here on The Asylum ? Funny you should mention him. .......
62: SET Asylum, Mesh 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-05-10, 06:02:39 (99.141.123.78)
To anyone WHO HAVE ACTUALLY LISTENED to the AVVT 2A3 mesh AND the EML 2A3 mesh.... could you share with me your impressions. Is one noticeably "better" or are they pretty close ? Thank You ::: TOPIC:: .......
63: SET Asylum, RE: CV-181Z in Monaco 845 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-04-20, 15:17:51 (99.135.191.124)
Rolled 8 different pairs in that amp. The ones I sent you are the magic. A good 6SN7 from long ago is the ticket. You already have them there. BUT, let your ears be the judge. .......
64: SET Asylum, RE: Crate (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-04-13, 17:19:35 (99.141.117.3)
Thank You .......
65: SET Asylum, RE: For 6 months, I would not risk 2 transatlantic shipments. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-04-09, 20:35:08 (99.135.184.226)
Dag..... The Amp stays. .......
66: SET Asylum, Crate (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-04-08, 19:32:12 (99.141.118.9)
Will be moving across the big pond for about 6 months. Would love to ship my 75lb SET. Any suggestions on who can build me a crate ?? 1 side is MUCH heavier than the other. .......
67: SET Asylum, Monaco 845 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-03-24, 08:33:49 (99.141.116.102)
This is a meaningless little rant directed at Larry D. Moore. I just want to thank you brother for the joy you have given me over the last 2 years. You built an amplifier for me , you call the Monaco. .......
68: SET Asylum, KC1 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-02-19, 19:30:48 (99.141.125.124)
Telefunken KC1 4 pin tube. Need help ! .......
69: Tubes Asylum, RE: KC 1 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-02-19, 19:29:25 (99.141.125.124)
Telefunken KC1. 4 pin ? .......
70: Tubes Asylum, KC 1 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-02-17, 19:16:08 (99.141.125.124)
KC 1. Who has a nice pair ?????? .......
71: SET Asylum, RE: 2A3 Mono (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-02-14, 13:54:24 (99.141.119.207)
Thanks again. .......
72: SET Asylum, RE: 2A3 Mono (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-02-14, 11:34:55 (99.141.119.207)
Thank You. It's nice to get feed back from someone who has actually "listened" to what I have an interest in. If you feel there are alternatives that meet the special qualities of that tube then so be .......
73: SET Asylum, 2A3 Mono (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2012-02-14, 07:16:11 (99.141.119.207)
Ok.... I realize this is not a forum for sales however, I'm on the hunt for a pair of 2A3 Mono Plate RCA/ Cunningham's, if anyone should know . Had a NOS pair 15 years ago, when I had no idea what the .......
74: SET Asylum, Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2011-10-18, 10:36:36 (99.14.233.245)
Contact info for Larry Moore ? Nice amp he built me a few years ago. I have a few questions for him, pertaining to it. .......
75: SET Asylum, RE: Help me. I am curious about passive transformer preamps with SET amps (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2011-06-01, 17:17:30 (99.141.122.201)
I have owned several active preamps that I have used over the years, ranging from a few hundred to over $5,000. I also have owned over 40 SETS. I'm no expert but I have been able to make many comparis .......
76: SET Asylum, RE: 300B Amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2010-01-07, 15:05:48 (99.141.104.55)
Ha ha , Husky pulls no punch's. .......
77: SET Asylum, Chassis (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-11-28, 16:14:46 (99.135.187.234)
Sonically are there certain woods (local or exotic) or materials that produce a "better" tone for a low powered SET than other materials. .......
78: Tubes Asylum, Western (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-11-06, 11:03:24 (99.141.102.140)
Is the Western Electric 300B available again, new at this time from the factory ? .......
79: SET Asylum, RE: Agreed (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-11-05, 15:39:19 (99.135.190.57)
Yea John was a special cat. I have yet to delete any of his e-mails from the few years he shared with us all.I will keep the amp as is. I'm interested in a 26/45 Hogan amp you guys ! .......
80: SET Asylum, Hogan 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-11-02, 19:09:28 (99.141.96.45)
I have one of John Hogan's 26/300B amps. Love the sound , but I would like to convert it to a 26/45 if possible. As we know,John has past on, and my question is.... can this amp be converted without c .......
81: SET Asylum, RE: Favorite DHT SET? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-10-23, 12:21:59 (99.151.126.9)
Larry Moore 46/845 DHT driving a DHT. John Hogan 26/300B .......
82: SET Asylum, RE: FYI John Hogan 300b amp on audiogon (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-10-22, 20:32:32 (99.141.113.14)
I once owned about 8 of Johns amps. I sold them all for some strange reason.Then he passed on, and this was my chance to reclaim some of the magic he left behind.It's nicer than my other 300B/26 he bu .......
83: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: KHorn Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-08-24, 11:49:54 (99.141.97.3)
Thanks .......
84: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, KHorn Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-08-23, 18:27:25 (99.151.119.171)
I have in mind several upgrades I would like to do with these KHorns I have. They are from Greg Roberts web site.The changes are all internal ( crossovers, tweeter, new wooden horn, mid driver etc.)wi .......
85: SET Asylum, RE: That's a good point (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-07-28, 12:21:47 (99.151.125.126)
The Sun PP has relatively low gain, so I was wondering what kind of preamp are you using ? I'm buying the Sun 300B's used, even though I have a SET and I appreciate your observations. .......
86: Rocky Road, RE: Neil Young (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-07-17, 03:26:20 (99.141.122.50)
Damn, I have this piece of vinyl in my moms garage and didn't know it. Thank you. .......
87: Rocky Road, Neil Young (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-07-16, 21:15:25 (99.151.121.172)
Neil Young did a song in the 70's I think was called "Don't be denied". Cant find it anywhere. Does anyone know what I'm talkimg about ? .......
88: SET Asylum, RE: Above two watts (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-07-09, 17:08:57 (99.135.186.156)
Respectfully have found this not to be always true. .......
89: SET Asylum, RE: Low watt SET Vs. High watt SET (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-07-05, 17:49:01 (99.141.110.254)
DH driving DHT or triode driving triode..... I can't definitely say why the amp is special.Just know it's a notch above all the other popular low powered amps I've owned. .......
90: SET Asylum, RE: Low watt SET Vs. High watt SET (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2009-07-04, 15:30:05 (99.146.192.105)
I have read post on this site for maybe the past 8 years. Some of the info was helpful and some was just some egotistical boob blowing smoke about things he knew nothing about. I also found out that m .......
91: SET Asylum, RE: Don Allen KT88 Monoblocks (With Pics) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-10-08, 16:17:00 (99.141.125.89)
$6500.00 new I purchased a demo from Larry I believed he used at a show or something. Saved some money. .......
92: SET Asylum, RE: Don Allen KT88 Monoblocks (With Pics) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-10-08, 03:53:13 (99.141.125.89)
Larry Moore design and built. .......
93: SET Asylum, RE: Don Allen KT88 Monoblocks (With Pics) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-10-07, 20:25:33 (99.141.125.89)
I have been listening to the Monaco for about 2 months. I have owned at least 40 SET'S. Hyperbole aside.... it is the most natural, relaxed, "tone true" amplifier I have ever heard.Along with my "low .......
94: SET Asylum, RE: Don Allen KT88 Monoblocks (With Pics) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-10-07, 04:41:41 (99.135.191.178)
I need to ask you....do you enjoy the Don Allen 10 more than the Larry Moore 10 squared? I have heard so much about Larry's 10 squared and I was curious about your impression.I currently am enjoying h .......
95: SET Asylum, RE: Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-04-21, 06:17:33 (75.21.65.67)
ALL IS WELL! Called this morning,life goes on . .......
96: SET Asylum, Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-04-19, 15:03:10 (75.22.21.139)
On March 26, 2008 I posted a message regarding an amp I was having re-built by Larry Moore. I know he has several followers in the S.E.T. field and I have heard that his 10-Square is legendary. We hav .......
97: SET Asylum, RE: Poor communication is Poor form......................... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-03-27, 18:43:48 (75.21.72.126)
Boo who .... your opinion of me is not my reality. My many years of positive un-blemished feedback on E-bay and Audiogon speaks for itself. And if you made more than I offered, then your shot at me he .......
98: SET Asylum, RE: Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-03-27, 16:47:31 (75.21.72.126)
Thanks, that might have been the problem ! .......
99: SET Asylum, RE: If you're the same guy that offered to buy my 2A3 single plates................. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-03-27, 16:45:50 (75.21.72.126)
All is cool with Larry. We have missed each other and all is well. In your case....dude get over it. Some of you guys think the world revolves around your gear.I told you then and I'll say it again... .......
100: SET Asylum, RE: Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-03-26, 19:17:59 (75.21.72.126)
I mean has anyone even talked to the guy lately ?? .......
101: SET Asylum, Larry Moore (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2008-03-26, 15:46:20 (75.21.72.126)
Hey Larry Moore, I need to hear from you about my 300B ??? Been waiting patiently since September. Please give me a sign. "Chicago" .......
102: SET Asylum, RE: 2A3 drop in for 45 in Yamamoto A-08S (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-11-16, 10:08:55 (75.21.75.31)
You can place the 2A3 in with no problem.Ask "The Man" at Venus HIFI who has them shipped here to the USA. I would not have sold you the 2A3 to harm your beautiful new amp. ENJOY ! M.C. .......
103: SET Asylum, RE: Don Allen and Shindo. Any comparisons? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-10-12, 15:05:36 (75.34.12.71)
Audiozone Pre T-1 .......
104: SET Asylum, RE: Don Allen and Shindo. Any comparisons? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-10-12, 13:39:25 (75.34.12.71)
Don allen 45 is one of the most "natural" sounding amps I have heard. What I mean is that it allows the non electronic instuments such as horns and acoustic guitars to sound life like, not "electronic .......
105: SET Asylum, 274A Yamamoto (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-10-03, 17:56:48 (75.33.251.50)
Can I safely put a 274A in a Yamamoto 45 amp to replace the 80. Any owners or dealers out there who can give me an answer ? .......
106: SET Asylum, RE: Step Up (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-08-07, 17:50:26 (75.33.231.86)
So you are saying that if I run a dedicated line from my breaker box to my listening room and end it with 220v receptacles, that this will suffice ??? .......
107: SET Asylum, Hogan 26 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-08-07, 04:25:50 (75.33.231.86)
Hey djn... are you keeping that 26/300B Hogan or what? .......
108: SET Asylum, Step Up (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-08-06, 10:11:45 (75.33.240.166)
I need some specific instructions. Who do I buy or have build for me a step up transformer from, in order to use a 220v amplifier Japanese built SET in the states.Any suggestions would be most welcome .......
109: SET Asylum, RE: Welborne...again (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-06-27, 11:41:57 (75.33.228.24)
An E-mail I recieved from Ron today. I hope he does not mind me making it public. Thank you for your recent email. During the past few months we have endured multiple family emergencies with the mo .......
110: SET Asylum, Single Plate 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-06-17, 09:51:30 (75.31.253.59)
Any of the well endowed out there have a true pair of NOS single plates they would like to part with ? .......
111: SET Asylum, 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-06-15, 14:38:25 (75.31.245.130)
Anyone out there, who enjoys the sound of a really good 2A3 amp,who is familiar with the sound of the not so reliable AVVT 2A3 mesh, have another tube(2A3) they feel sounds "better" ? I mean I really .......
112: SET Asylum, AVVT 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-05-29, 12:28:36 (75.31.253.208)
Hello, anyone out there have a gentlely used AVVT 2A3 meshplate they would like to part with because they have not been able to find another one to match it with ? I like this tube, have had a couple .......
113: SET Asylum, Hogan (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-03-19, 05:12:43 (75.33.242.142)
The guy in Michigan who was trying to sell his Hogan 26/300B, if you are still interested let me know. .......
114: SET Asylum, Re: SET regrets anyone, want to go back to SS? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2007-01-22, 04:16:03 (75.33.230.219)
It's nice to hear all you guys enjoying your SETS.No problem...however I have been listening to a Gainclone for the past 2 months or so, and the added "ump" along with a wonderful non-fatigue like cla .......
115: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: Wood Veneer (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-12-15, 09:06:14 (75.33.250.23)
Thank you both. Kloss...can you please give me some contact info on your guys. .......
116: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Wood Veneer (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-12-15, 07:15:36 (75.31.247.91)
Can any of you lead me to a wood shop in the Chicago area or Mid West who can put a nice red oak veneer on a pair of Klipschorns? Thanks .......
117: Tubes Asylum, Re: 10y (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-11-12, 06:46:35 (75.31.243.127)
thanks .......
118: Tubes Asylum, 10y (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-11-11, 16:31:45 (75.34.184.185)
can anyone supply me with the specs on the 10y tube. I mean operating points, current draw, plate voltage filament voltage, etc... .......
119: SET Asylum, Re: John Hogan passed away (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-09-18, 18:43:28 (75.34.186.187)
HIS LAST E-MAIL TO ME:HE will be missed Hi Miles i have completed the final measurements on your amp and everything looks very good.. i checked it with both vintage 45's and new EML's.. not much diff .......
120: SET Asylum, Re: John Hogan passed away (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-09-18, 18:36:53 (75.34.186.187)
WOW, I'm really sorry to hear John has moved on. I have pieces of his love in my bed room , in the form of his magical amps. It may sound self-centered, but I am fortunate to still own some of his wor .......
121: Shutterbug Strasse, Re: Live in FL- i have an F5- Question did you ever own a fine 35mm Nikon or? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-09-06, 17:11:22 (75.34.0.108)
Thanks I kinda figured it out .......
122: Shutterbug Strasse, Lost in Chicago (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-09-06, 11:58:32 (75.33.241.92)
I live in Chicago. I won an F5 in an auction and have a manual,yet I'm lost. I will pay ANYONE who has an F5 to show me how to set it up and use it.I'm lost here.I can meet you downtown for lunch. I'l .......
123: Tube DIY Asylum, Dumb (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-08-15, 19:59:22 (75.33.241.231)
I put a 300b the wrong way in my amp. It smoked it. Without knowing all the particulars are the tubes toast, and from your experience what was "smoked" ? One channesl was correctly placed. ::: TOPIC:: .......
124: DIY HiFi Forum, Re: PX-25 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-05-15, 06:54:58 (67.39.190.238)
Hello Bryan, you guys sent me the 5v version of the px-25. How am I to do the exchange/return, for the 4v version. .......
125: Tubes Asylum, Tube Price (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-05-06, 11:49:05 (67.39.176.214)
Does anyone know why Richard's tubes at Sophia are way more expensive than Brian's tubes at diy ,for the same tube ?? The reason why I ask is I'm wondering are they actually different grades of the sa .......
126: DIY HiFi Forum, PX-25 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-05-06, 08:23:41 (67.39.176.214)
Which TJ PX-25 is compatible with the Art Audio px-25 ? The 4v or 5v Mesh. I would like to try this tube in my amp. .......
127: SET Asylum, Re: Yup (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-05-05, 07:34:31 (68.252.249.79)
"REAL WORLD" yes...most definitely. That's where I live. Kids, College tuition ( for two) ,tax's,OPEC, mortage etc.... .......
128: SET Asylum, PX-25 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-05-05, 06:02:44 (68.252.249.79)
I have had the pleasure of owning over 30 Tube Amplifiers. Many were good, some were very very good. The one I am now enjoying is the first one that has moved me to call it "Great".Art Audio PX-25.If .......
129: SET Asylum, Re: Input Impedance (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-04-29, 16:15:47 (69.211.126.126)
Thank You. .......
130: SET Asylum, Input Impedance (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-04-29, 14:44:32 (69.211.126.126)
All things being equal,would an amp with an input impedance of 100k be more friendly with a passive preamp and a CD player with very little drive, than an amp with an input impedance of 180k ? ::: TOP .......
131: SET Asylum, Where (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-04-19, 19:28:24 (68.252.241.176)
World Tube Audio Portal web site . Anyone know where it went ??? .......
132: SET Asylum, Klipsch Cornwalls (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-04-19, 15:29:17 (69.213.139.64)
These speakers moved out several pairs costing literally 5 times more. .......
133: SET Asylum, Observation (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-04-15, 18:57:09 (69.209.35.210)
I have a propensity for switching amps as often as I do running shoes. About every 4 to 6 months. But I noticed something today that fully confirmed why I like the sound of a good SET. Recently I have .......
134: SET Asylum, Re: What's an upgrade from a Fi SuperX that reasonably priced? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-02-26, 08:05:06 (69.214.73.170)
Audionote Ongaku .......
135: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-01-20, 08:49:24 (69.220.113.84)
Thanks, I knew his name but not the contact info. .......
136: SET Asylum, Sun Audio (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2006-01-19, 13:32:33 (69.220.113.84)
Does anyone have info on the guy, who sells Sun Audio gear from Hong Kong ? His company is called Reference Audio. I purchased several amps from him years ago, but lost his contact information. ::: T .......
137: SET Asylum, Re: 50 Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-12-03, 09:32:18 (69.209.34.111)
Thaanks, I'm not sure if Aprilsound is still doing business. .......
138: SET Asylum, 50 Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-12-03, 07:19:45 (69.209.34.111)
Other than the Tektron 50 amp , does anyone have a contact who builds a nice SET using the 50 as the output tube ? .......
139: SET Asylum, S.E.T . (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-26, 21:40:34 (68.252.241.211)
Having lived in Chicago all my life (48 years), just for tonight SET stands for SOX END TEARS. WE have waited 88 years as a city for a World Series. It may be corny but this is Special. .......
140: SET Asylum, Re: OK (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-21, 09:09:29 (68.252.255.252)
Spoil my fun ?... not! I found what's cool from others, thanks.The journey continues. .......
141: SET Asylum, Re: Just having a little fun here. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-21, 05:15:52 (68.252.255.252)
Hey 87, is the Yamamoto the "bestist" 45 amp you have heard ??? .......
142: SET Asylum, Re: TJ 45 is better. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-20, 16:43:53 (68.252.242.190)
"The Tj's are warmer sounding while the EML's present a magical sence of life that eludes my TJ's." Hey chopper87 YOU WROTE THIS a couple of weeks ago. Which statement do you stand by ? You seem to b .......
143: SET Asylum, Re: TJ 45 is better. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-20, 16:32:12 (68.252.242.190)
Definitely NOT .......
144: SET Asylum, EML (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-20, 12:49:34 (68.252.242.190)
Hyperbole and redundancy are not strangers to this site,BUT if there is a "better" sounding tube than the Eml 45's (Solid and mesh) please let me know. .......
145: SET Asylum, Re: $6000 ?? WOW. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-18, 09:21:57 (68.252.242.190)
Without opening a can of worms, I simply in my mind cannot justify paying $6000 for a couple of watts....period. I have heard over 40 sets , commercial and DIY, and I think small builders like Fi, We .......
146: SET Asylum, Re: Price Check Aisle 2... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-17, 12:55:26 (67.39.185.103)
Unless I was given a wrong quote during transmission RAM told me $339 for EML solids. .......
147: SET Asylum, $6000 ?? WOW. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-17, 10:17:38 (67.39.185.103)
I was informed this is how much the amp will be listed for. .......
148: Tubes Asylum, 183 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-10-07, 15:04:50 (67.39.176.99)
Besides my friend George...any body have any 183's they want to sell. .......
149: SET Asylum, Re: Depends, but probably 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-09-18, 16:43:05 (67.39.178.97)
Hello, how do you feel about the "single plate" 2A3 sonics. I mean NOS and perhaps the AVVT single mesh ? Do these come off as "bright" ? .......
150: SET Asylum, PX 25 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-09-18, 14:20:42 (67.39.178.97)
Anyone familiar with a px 25, know what primary opt impedance this tube would be optimum with. .......
151: Music Lane, Monk CD (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-09-09, 04:49:24 (68.252.236.129)
Sony released a 2 CD set of unrelesed recordings of Monk several years ago called "Always Know". I lost the 1st disc. Anyone can help ? It has not been available for a while. .......
152: Music Lane, Monk (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-09-08, 18:03:01 (68.252.236.129)
Sony released a double CD called "Always Know", which was a compilation of T's performances that were for the most part un released material.I lost the 2nd disc about 7 years ago. Can anybody help me .......
153: SET Asylum, Volume Controls (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-09-04, 15:22:21 (67.39.191.163)
If I were to replace the two 100k mono volume controls on my amp with two 50k mono attenuators, would that provide more range before my 2A3 amp were to clip. It seems the 100k volume controls bring m .......
154: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Re: Again Silver ?? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-13, 12:27:26 (68.252.239.3)
Thanks for an answer. Did not want to be pushy. Had a buddy who had an opt built wrapped in silver as secondary. Was pleased with the relaxed sound. Was looking in that direction. .......
155: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Again Silver ?? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-13, 01:51:48 (68.252.227.201)
Does Magnequest build a custom Opt wrapped in silver that is 3 or 5 K ?? If so how much ?? .......
156: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Re: TFA 2004 Junior Nickle (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-13, 01:47:30 (68.252.227.201)
Hey how bout an answer to the ORIGINAL QUESTION ?? .......
157: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Silver OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-11, 07:41:42 (68.252.253.137)
Hello..does Magnequest build a silver OPT as direct replacement for the Fi stereo 2A3. Or a 5k silver OPT. If so how much for the pair. cornerstone103@sbcglobal.net .......
158: SET Asylum, fi iron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-10, 15:44:10 (68.252.253.137)
Anyone out there who owns a Fi 2A3, dare change the Magnequest iron and discover an improvement ? .......
159: Tubes Asylum, Nicest 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-07, 09:25:22 (69.220.114.159)
Perhaps this has been asked before, and if so I do apologize, but what in your opinion is the nicest 2A3 available...NOS or current. I have a Fi stereo I purchased used, and even though the 2A3 is no .......
160: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio 2A3 Kit (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-08-06, 10:37:53 (68.252.235.144)
Only my opinion, I really don't think you would be too pleased with the Sun 2A3 kit. If you must go 2A3, Welborne Labs 45 kit can be sold with the parts to build you a 2A3 amp. Or buy the Sun 2A3 kit .......
161: DIY HiFi Forum, Thanks (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-07-13, 19:11:15 (68.252.240.190)
I don't know who this cat Brian is , but he has to be one of the nicest dudes in the audio bizz ness when it comes to answering questions from people like me who don't have a clue bout this wonderful .......
162: SET Asylum, Re: Like a Bug (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-07-01, 13:05:48 (68.252.251.189)
Hey guys....John's amps look good. They may not be chromed out , however they have an industrial look that I'm proud to have in my home.......I think the sonics have a lot to do with it. .......
163: SET Asylum, Re: Funny thing is.. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-03-12, 03:54:54 (68.255.46.15)
The only way to truly understand why njjohn raves about John's amps is to HEAR THE DAMN THINGS. I was very skeptical until I took the plunge. His later offerings seem to be more consistent now than t .......
164: Welborne Labs, Re: CV181 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-02-24, 14:47:04 (68.252.244.140)
Ron the CV181 is also called an ECC32. Are you familiar with this number ? If so please share your thoughts in reference to the Moondogs. .......
165: Welborne Labs, CV181 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-02-24, 07:16:40 (68.252.244.140)
Hello Ron ...can I safely put Mullard CV181's in the first or second stage of my Moondogs. I have a pair and was curious. I know they work well in SOME applications where a 6sn7 is normally used. ::: .......
166: Tubes Asylum, Trlefunken (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-01-09, 04:06:00 (152.163.100.7)
Telefunken RES164 or RE084. Anyone out there ever use these as input/driver in a circut who can share there experience ? .......
167: Tubes Asylum, Telefunken (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2005-01-03, 14:22:59 (64.12.116.7)
Telefunken RE084 or RES964....know anything about them ?? Availability, specs, etc... .......
168: Tubes Asylum, 45 ?? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-12-30, 07:50:53 (205.188.116.7)
Hey guys ...are these 45's ?? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=7275&item=6502228142&rd=1 .......
169: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, 5K Opt ? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-12-27, 11:53:20 (205.188.116.7)
Hello...do you make a 5K air gapped single ended opt ? I do not see it on the website. If so how much, and what is the parts number ? .......
170: Tube DIY Asylum, Custom Iron Opinion (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-12-22, 14:04:33 (205.188.116.7)
Having read many post on Tribute in the past , I was still willing to wait for Pieter's iron, but after trying to contact him for the past 6 weeks with no reply I assume he is too back logged at this .......
171: Tube DIY Asylum, 2A3 optimum (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-12-20, 17:46:51 (152.163.100.7)
I have these vintage 6k opts made by Tango for Sansui years ago. I've been told that the ideal opt for a 2A3 is a 2.5k trans . Would I screw up my amp if I put these 6k opts in place of the new iron .......
172: SET Asylum, LDM (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-12-04, 07:57:06 (205.188.116.7)
Larry D. Moore , would like your E-Mail address. Wondering about a pre owned 10 square.Need to talk off forum. .......
173: Tube DIY Asylum, Ac conversion (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-29, 14:29:50 (64.12.116.7)
Choke loaded, tube rectified, 6sl7 as driver, 50 triode mono block with dc on the heater.How complicated to convert to ac. If it can be done , I would assume that a hum pot would also be needed, and .......
174: SET Asylum, 50 triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-28, 13:23:10 (152.163.100.8)
Larry Moore E-mail address ?? .......
175: Tube DIY Asylum, 220v Conversion (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-28, 10:05:03 (152.163.100.8)
Euro wired amp with 220-240v mains . What can I do with this amp Stateside. Is the modification expensive/mandatory ? .......
176: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Woodwork (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-23, 18:35:46 (205.188.116.7)
Thanks .......
177: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Woodwork (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-23, 04:20:50 (152.163.100.8)
Hey marktwain., did you recieve my 2 e-mails ? .......
178: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Woodwork (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-22, 15:51:50 (205.188.116.7)
Reason I ask is because so many "cabinet makers "I have called are swamped this time a year or the job is "too small" and I was hoping some of you DIY guys with tools and skills had the time/and incl .......
179: Tube DIY Asylum, Woodwork (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-22, 05:54:53 (205.188.116.7)
Hello...I live in the Midwest . Can anyone give me the phone number or address of a good woodcraftsman who can miter, sand , and form two wood chassis for me from some cocobolo I have here at home ? : .......
180: Tube DIY Asylum, Wood Shop (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-20, 19:53:50 (205.188.116.7)
My local wood shop craftsman is booked until New Year. Anyone know of a good wood craftsman who can miter some Cocobolo and Lepardwood that I have for a couple of nice chassis ? Phone number or email .......
181: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: 6K opt (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-20, 15:12:02 (205.188.116.7)
Thanks .......
182: Tube DIY Asylum, 6K opt (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-20, 10:49:44 (205.188.116.7)
Came across some vintage 6k primary output transformers. Will be using 8ohm 98.5db speakers. Would like to build a homebrew 300B or 45 amp. Would this output trans "work" ? .......
183: Tube DIY Asylum, Sansui (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-18, 16:38:49 (205.188.116.7)
Does anyone know the power/current ratings of the old power transformers in the Sansui 1000A and 500A recievers ? They are pretty big and was thinking of using it in a 8 watt SET, alomg with the opt's .......
184: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Hearing bandwidth (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-12, 09:33:55 (205.188.116.7)
Thanks for the info. I was just curious, and at my age it would not make much difference. .......
185: Tube DIY Asylum, Hearing band width (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-11, 20:18:54 (205.188.116.7)
The human ear can hear up to how many khz ? ....I ask because I'm reading about Singled Ended OPT's bandwidth's, and was wondering how relevant they are to our actual hearing ability. .......
186: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Peerless (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-04, 13:30:33 (205.188.116.7)
So many possibilities , do not wish to be a bother, but I am having another Set built and I am wondering again, which Peerless would be best suited for the 45 and which would be suited for the 300B. .......
187: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Re: Power Trans (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-04, 07:55:00 (205.188.116.7)
Thank you .......
188: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, Power Trans (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-11-03, 17:51:48 (205.188.116.7)
Hello.. I have a friend building me a pair of mono blocks that will be using your FS 030 opt's . I decided to go with a simple schematic that I came across that I am sure all of you are familiar with. .......
189: MagneQuest/Peerless Forum, OPT differences (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-10-30, 18:44:20 (152.163.100.8)
Besides price and the fact that the FS 030 opt is 3k and the FS 045 is 3.5k what is the main differnce in these two opt's ? I'm new to this Forum and was looking to build a 300B amp using the Fi prime .......
190: Tubes Asylum, ECC 40 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-10-18, 13:54:06 (205.188.116.9)
Can anyone tell me what is the equvalent of the ECC 40 ? .......
191: SET Asylum, My Truth (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-10-15, 16:07:07 (205.188.116.9)
A few days ago I think I found "my truth". For you folks who have been buying audio gear for years searching for that "thing"..... That piece of audio equipment that causes you to pause and say I bel .......
192: SET Asylum, Re: speakers for 18 wpc set amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-10-08, 06:08:57 (205.188.116.9)
Have owned several SET friendly speakers . They all have there strengths and weaknesses. But hands down, I would go with either Klipschorns, or Cornwalls. .......
193: SET Asylum, SETS (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-09-27, 15:02:31 (152.163.100.6)
As far as 2A3's go what is your sonic take on Cary's 2A3 mono blocks ? And for any who has heard the Fi-x with the Magnequest upgrade , did you in fact hear a difference in the amp as opposed to the .......
194: Welborne Labs, Re: Moondogs (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-09-17, 12:31:42 (64.12.116.9)
No repliies yet about Moondogs ....any one willing to throw me a bone ?? .......
195: Welborne Labs, Re: Moondogs (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-09-15, 07:05:20 (152.163.100.6)
Still looking for some Moondogs .......
196: Welborne Labs, Moondogs (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-09-12, 18:26:44 (64.12.116.9)
Hoping this does not violate the rules of this forum.....if anyone has a pair of Moondogs they have considered parting with, please give me a holler. .......
197: Tubes Asylum, Re: 2nd 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-08-24, 16:02:58 (64.12.116.9)
No I don't work for an aquarium vendor. The nick name is a tongue in cheek reference to a NBA team I despise. .......
198: Tubes Asylum, Re: Anyone using a solid state amp that they like? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-08-24, 15:58:09 (64.12.116.9)
Amp 1 by Audio Zone. This is a wonderful "gainclone" that does not sound solid state at all. You will be surprised. A SET like mid coupled with a solid state low end. May put your tube gear to rest fo .......
199: Tubes Asylum, 2nd 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-08-23, 14:56:32 (152.163.252.99)
Anyone who is using the TJ perforated plate 300B, which I presently have in my system. Have you any opinion on the AVVT C-37 300B or EML 300B. I am looking for a 2nd 300B to enjoy. .......
200: SET Asylum, Re: Recitifier on Sun VT25 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-06-28, 14:04:33 (205.188.116.9)
Rex, have you heard other SETS and if so how does this particular amp (vt-25) rate with others .I was thinking of 2A3 and 45 tubes. .......
201: SET Asylum, Pentode wired Triode (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-06-26, 15:39:13 (152.163.252.99)
Does a pentode wired in "triode" as opposed to "ultralinear" still sound like a pentode. .......
202: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, 2A3 and Cornwalls (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-05-05, 13:49:48 (64.12.116.9)
Anyone using Cornwalls with passive preamp and 2A3 amp ? .......
203: Welborne Labs, Cornwalls (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-05-04, 18:27:14 (152.163.252.99)
A passive pre , DRD 2A3 and a pair of Cornwalls ....anybody out there doing this ? How does it work out for you ? .......
204: SET Asylum, Re: Yes. It's called a Sugden (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-04-29, 10:50:58 (205.188.116.9)
I see you hear what I hear. " Harmonic authenticity and coherence, with the right aroma and flavor ". This amp does not sound solid state. Just give it a listen with an open mind. Contempt prior to i .......
205: SET Asylum, [SET]CLONE (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-04-27, 07:19:33 (205.188.116.9)
The reason I turned to SET'S in the first place was because I found something lacking with solid state. Well at least the stuff I could afford. The gear that I was able to purchase had a kind of digit .......
206: SET Asylum, Clones (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-04-26, 13:57:22 (152.163.252.5)
The reason I turned to SET'S in the first place was because I found something lacking with solid state. Well at least the stuff I could afford. The gear that I was able to purchase had a kind of digi .......
207: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Gainclone (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-04-24, 13:22:02 (64.12.116.9)
Just purchased an integrated Gainclone , and I feel after several weeks that this is the most pleasurable sonic experience I have ever had in my music room. Natural, airy, controlled bass, and dead q .......
208: SET Asylum, Duetto (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-04-02, 15:39:53 (64.12.116.9)
To anyone who owns a Wavelength Duetto.....would you consider it a romantic or more analytical sounding 300B amp ? I was really curious. Any feedback from anyone who has listened to one at any length .......
209: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: This is the reason I am listening to Klipsch Belles...... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-03-22, 14:24:32 (205.188.116.9)
I was listening to Silverline Sonata II's before the Cornwalls. .......
210: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Re: The price of magic (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-03-21, 17:41:34 (64.12.116.68)
I really do not know . A guy out EAST did the mods on the cross overs. .......
211: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, The price of magic (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-03-21, 07:49:40 (205.188.116.9)
The biggest knock I have about the "High End" is that there is no set price vs. performance ratio when it comes to gear or components ,with similar faults and strengths. There are cheapo DIY amps tha .......
212: Tube DIY Asylum, Tango (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-03-05, 16:06:47 (64.12.116.68)
Does anyone out there have the diagram for the Tango NY-15-3.5s. I wish to change the impedance tap on my amp to match my new speakers and dont have a clue . Any help would be appreciated .......
213: SET Asylum, 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-03-03, 08:19:11 (205.188.208.9)
Not wishing to engage in any kind of wasteful "best" argument with anyone, I would like to know from anyone who actually likes the sound of a good 2A3 amp... what is it about the tube that draws you t .......
214: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: 5K OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-19, 11:58:42 (205.188.208.9)
Thanks ,that being said what would be the optimum impedance (opt) for a 10y tube ? Would a 5k work in that regards or would a 10y need to see a 7.5 or 10k opt. .......
215: Tube DIY Asylum, 5K OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-19, 07:01:33 (64.12.96.9)
Can a 5k opt be an optimum piece of iron for a 2A3 or 300B or is that impedance best served for a 45 tube. .......
216: SET Asylum, Re: New Frontier? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-16, 08:30:51 (205.188.208.9)
Not my words ,but my sentiments just the same...."i guess they haven't grown to know the sterility of the mega-buck high-end stuff...there is an illusion that that mega-buck stuff is better.. most fa .......
217: SET Asylum, Perspective On Iron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-14, 11:14:27 (152.163.252.5)
My post on vintage iron was not meant as an absolute . It was merely a personal observation that I choose to pass on to anyone who was interested . I discount no other iron...I simply found something .......
218: SET Asylum, Re: speculations (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-14, 10:18:36 (152.163.252.5)
Keeping in mind the acoustic event.. my amp gives me an emotional connection that is wonderful ,and having lived in Chicago most of my 47 years and spent many a night at Joe Segals Jazz Showcase, Symp .......
219: SET Asylum, Re: speculations (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-13, 18:30:42 (152.163.252.5)
Unless I was at the original event, I really have no idea what it sounded like . Sure I want a piano to sound like a piano , but for me ,the main function of my amp is to play tunes....in a way that h .......
220: SET Asylum, Re: speculations (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-13, 18:25:07 (152.163.252.5)
AMEN .......
221: SET Asylum, Re: ears (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-13, 10:19:20 (152.163.252.5)
There is a "rightness" to what I am speaking of. And no,I do not disagree with what you allude to. That is why I left SS alone 4 years ago, and that is why I am so surprised with those old opt's. I TO .......
222: SET Asylum, Re: Massive distortion (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-13, 06:12:50 (152.163.252.5)
Alan I hear what you are saying and your measurements are what they are, and I'm not going to dispute that.It gets weird when folks either start saying what I hear is bullshit or,my level of enjoyment .......
223: SET Asylum, Vintage Iron Rules (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-12, 21:01:26 (205.188.208.9)
Last summer there was a Asylum member who spoke highly of how much he loved the sound of the iron that was being pulled out of the chassis of those old Webster Electric /Hammond organ amps. Many told .......
224: SET Asylum, Cost vs Sonic Bliss (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-09, 04:25:31 (64.12.96.9)
What truly justifies the cost of an amp ?? I mean are you paying for a unique circut that no one else has access to (exceptional schematic ) ,or are you paying for incredibly expensive materials ?? or .......
225: Tube DIY Asylum, 50 triode Operating points (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-02-06, 12:13:32 (205.188.208.9)
Textbook operating points for the 50 triode please..volts/mA/opt K .......
226: SET Asylum, Re: MQ Site (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-01-12, 08:02:30 (205.188.208.9)
Was not able to get on for 2 days THANKS .......
227: SET Asylum, MQ Site (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2004-01-11, 08:07:39 (152.163.252.5)
Hey Mike is the Magnequest site down? If so for how long? .......
228: Tubes Asylum, Re: Triodes (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-12-23, 08:20:19 (205.188.208.9)
Thanks....I was just reading a primer on tube lore and that came up ,and thought there was some major difference. .......
229: Tubes Asylum, Triodes (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-12-23, 04:39:03 (205.188.208.9)
I just found out that Triodes without seperate cathodes and filaments are called directly heated.I THOUGHT ALL triodes were directly heated.300B,45,VT-52,50,2A3,10y,801A.Anyone know which of these are .......
230: SET Asylum, Re: Voices- females -BIllie the absolute best! (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-12-07, 05:28:38 (205.188.208.9)
Billie ,Ella, Sarah ,Dinah....yes.....and Thank you all .......
231: SET Asylum, Re: lakerfan, did you find an "upgrade" for the LCR p.s.cap? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-12-06, 09:50:45 (152.163.252.5)
My "upgrade" was to have this wonderful guy in New Jersey build me a killer SET http://www.msnusers.com/HoganAmps/shoebox.msnw.It has about 6 Blackgates,and pio coupling caps.The pio give it a smoothe .......
232: SET Asylum, Voices (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-30, 16:21:46 (205.188.208.9)
Womens voices have an especially magical quality on SETS.Any favorite recordings? .......
233: SET Asylum, Re: How many here do NOT run horns? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-18, 05:05:27 (205.188.208.9)
Victory speakers 97db powered by a pair of Custom 300B mono blocks.I am VERY happy with this combination .......
234: General Asylum, Burned (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-14, 15:11:35 (205.188.208.9)
Hello...I'm the guy who was worried about getting ripped off,from a seller in Staten Island.Amp arrived today ...all is well...the thing was that there was no communication for a while and a 4 day tra .......
235: General Asylum, Re: Burned?? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-11, 05:36:23 (205.188.208.9)
Hello...he received the money on October 27th.His last e mail was a week ago and I have left him 2 phone numbers and a request to either email me or call .No reply in 6 days.I would love for him to po .......
236: General Asylum, Burned?? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-10, 18:07:33 (205.188.208.9)
What legal recourse can I take (if any),with a person who recieved $750 from me for an amp that I never recieved?I have the fedex reciept that he took the envelope ,an e mail from him stating that the .......
237: SET Asylum, Re: Sun SV2a3 tube choices (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-07, 21:21:09 (205.188.208.9)
I had the stereo Sun 300B amp. .......
238: SET Asylum, Re: Sun SV2a3 tube choices (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-07, 07:08:49 (205.188.208.9)
Ken Rad VT-231 black glass.By far the 6sn7 of choice for me in Sun amplifiers.I have at one time or another owned their 2A3,300B,and 300B push pull. .......
239: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: OPT for a 45 or VT 52 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-05, 18:53:38 (205.188.208.9)
Thank you .......
240: Tube DIY Asylum, OPT for a 45 or VT 52 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-05, 18:00:53 (205.188.208.9)
This is a very general question and perhaps I would need to give more info....but if I were to have a 45 or VT52 SET built would the optimum OPT need to have a primary of 3.4k or a different prmary wi .......
241: SET Asylum, VT-52 or 50 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-05, 06:52:31 (64.12.96.9)
Hello...anybuddy out there who has actually heard a VT-52 or 50 SET ,share with me the sonic character of these tubes in relation to a 45 or 2A3.Thank You .......
242: SET Asylum, Re: Moondog Ultimate vs Fi monos vs Sun Audio 2a3 amps (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-11-01, 15:12:36 (205.188.208.9)
Have owned all three amps.The Moondogs seem to have more power,the Fi is nice ,but clips at a lower volume in my system,and the Sun 2A3 I did not really care for.You can't go wrong with any of them I .......
243: SET Asylum, Re: The stupid, liar responds (long). (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-10-31, 15:11:41 (64.12.96.9)
These personal attacks are really saddening.Music first and formost to me is not only personal ,but SPIRITUAL.Come on guys ,it's okay to have different opinions ,and question each others motives.IT'S .......
244: SET Asylum, Re: Who makes a great 300B P/P amp? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-09-26, 12:38:24 (64.12.96.10)
Sun Audio 300B MKII,push pull,is the "best" amp I have ever heard. .......
245: SET Asylum, Re: SET sound (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-09-19, 13:29:03 (64.12.96.10)
Hey ...get nj2k to build you a 300B SET ,and then get your hands on a Sun Audio 300B MKII.You will at that point have the best of both worlds.A rich ,fast 20 watt P/P unlike ANY P/P I have heard and a .......
246: SET Asylum, Re: EML tubes are these problem tubes? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-09-08, 19:17:17 (205.188.208.9)
Not to change the subject too much ,but have any of you tried the EML 2A3 Solid or 2A3 mesh?? If so how do they compare with other 2A3 you may have heard ? .......
247: Tubes Asylum, 45 operating points (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-31, 21:12:29 (64.12.96.10)
What are the optimum operating points for the 45 triode?? .......
248: SET Asylum, Re: Got a schematic? <nt> (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-18, 19:05:33 (152.163.252.5)
go to www.woodhorn.com click on Larry Moore 300B .......
249: SET Asylum, Re: 10Y (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-18, 14:38:45 (64.12.96.10)
The guy who built this particular amp is going to have to chime in with the specifics,when he returns from vacation,however I belived he uses his own power supply design and DC on the 10y and 6sn7 hea .......
250: SET Asylum, 10Y (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-18, 11:44:21 (64.12.96.10)
Just heard a variation of the Larry Moore 10y/6sn7/300B circut using vintage iron,and without a doubt one of the most beautiful sounding SETS I have heard. .......
251: Tubes Asylum, 801A (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-17, 16:05:38 (205.188.208.9)
Can an 801A be used safely in place of a VT-25 or 10Y ?? .......
252: SET Asylum, Re: SET amp perfered (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-16, 12:54:13 (64.12.96.10)
Hello ,I own the Victory speakers.I have used all kind of SETS with these speakers.I feel a well built/designed 300B was a wise choice I made.45 sounds the most natural,however you seem to loose an oc .......
253: Tubes Asylum, vt-25 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-08-12, 21:58:47 (205.188.208.9)
Is there any difference between a VT-25 and the VT-25A?? .......
254: SET Asylum, Re: What is the best sounding OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-31, 15:32:59 (198.140.240.1)
Dave ,whenever Harvey R.would e mail me he would always say "the truth is powerful",and if this m-19 iron coupled with a well designed SET is something to behold then turn me on to a public forum,or s .......
255: SET Asylum, Re: What is the best sounding OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-30, 16:42:27 (198.140.240.1)
I guess if you say so ....the Tango ,Electraprint ,Tamura ,Magnequest,probably all make "better" iron than that old vintage stuff.BUT that COMBINATION 3D matrix effect/clarity/ richness that i hear fr .......
256: SET Asylum, Re: What is the best sounding OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-30, 16:22:59 (198.140.240.1)
Yes .......
257: SET Asylum, Re: What is the best sounding OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-30, 16:22:01 (198.140.240.1)
you know i really don't know whats going on....but whatever ....it is has captured my attention. .......
258: SET Asylum, Re: What is the best sounding OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-29, 15:27:03 (198.140.240.1)
For a while i thought this njjohn guy was blowing smoke up my ass with all his talk about vintage p/p iron,in a SET circut...im no expert.or audiophile or builder of amps i just love music,and i have .......
259: SET Asylum, Re: Magical Sets (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-24, 17:18:02 (64.12.96.10)
I will not disclose any info .Perhaps he will when the time is good for him...for I am not sure he is fully in the amp bizz yet. .......
260: SET Asylum, Magical Sets (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-24, 14:49:13 (64.12.96.10)
At the risk of driving the price up.... there is a man of the cloth, who is building some truly magical SETS on the East Coast,that have once again raised the bar on what I thought "State of the Art" .......
261: SET Asylum, Re: Votes on amps to better Cary 805C's. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-16, 12:42:47 (152.163.252.5)
Overall I will take a Sun Audio 300B MKII over ANY amp that Cary makes. .......
262: Tubes Asylum, Re: Cary Audio Quality Control and Customer Service (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-09, 14:56:40 (205.188.208.9)
I am not a big fan of Cary anymore( found 'nicer' sounding products) ,but there customer service (KirK)was always first rate for me. .......
263: SET Asylum, Re: No one? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-07, 18:55:34 (205.188.208.9)
You are correct...not everyone prefers the TJ,but I am curious, if anyone prefers the JJ over the TJ..this is the tube we were refering to. .......
264: SET Asylum, Re: You would buy them even for $300/each? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-07, 12:04:12 (152.163.252.5)
when you can get them for $30 each, woking stiffs like me shall rejoice.no i would not spend $600 for a matched pair. .......
265: SET Asylum, Re: Which is the best 300B tube? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-04, 13:29:17 (205.188.208.9)
I concur.... if you can afford them ,quit playing/wasting time.....get the mesh dude. .......
266: SET Asylum, Re: No one? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-04, 08:39:27 (205.188.208.9)
It does not matter what you can get other 300B's for .The magic is in the music and the TJ blows the tube you talk about out of the water.Do yourself a favor buy the mesh...sit back and listen,and the .......
267: Tubes Asylum, Re: 4.5 pounds shipping weight for 4 X 6SN7 tube!! (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-07-02, 07:59:55 (24.136.46.203)
You know some guys are full of s#%t when it comes to shipping cost.I won an auction on ebay for ONE 6sn7 and the guy tried to charge me $13.50 for shipping from New York to Chicago.After several crude .......
268: DIY HiFi Forum, Re: News Flash! (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-06-26, 20:58:27 (64.12.96.10)
I'm confused here....can i run this tube in a traditional 300B amp with mods and if so what do i need to do.....I mean what kind of mods need to be made.Would this be an optimum thing to do or are the .......
269: Tubes Asylum, Re: New Full Music PX25 pictures (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-06-24, 16:21:49 (152.163.252.5)
I know very little about SETS,but what i wanted to know is if i change the bias can i can drop this PX-25 in a 300b amp with a 3k or 5k opt? .......
270: Tube DIY Asylum, DIY Questions (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-06-18, 13:37:53 (64.12.96.10)
I'm a techno newbie and would like to speak to DIY'S (SET"S) in the Chicagoland area. An email ID would be greatly appreciated. .......
271: Hi-Rez Highway, Hendrix (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-06-11, 16:44:09 (205.188.208.9)
Hendrix on sacd/dvd-a WHEN???? .......
272: SET Asylum, Re: Agreed (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-29, 10:14:18 (205.188.208.9)
I like totally agree with you and that set dude.If it sounds good to you then the heck with all others.And it is possible that we hear things and refer to sonics differently,and what one may call lush .......
273: SET Asylum, Re: What sonic benefits from a SET PRE-amp? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-27, 12:58:01 (152.163.252.5)
I totally agree with the cardinal rule that states 'listen to what sounds good to you'.....as opposed to following the common wisdom of others.That being said,my amp, because of its low gain stage, so .......
274: SET Asylum, Sun Attenuator (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-22, 15:55:39 (205.188.208.9)
To any Sun Audio owners ...will a mono attenuator fit in the chassis of their amps.Have any of you done so,and if it was possible, what were the sonic differences. .......
275: SET Asylum, Re: What sonic benefits from a SET PRE-amp? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-22, 13:40:26 (152.163.252.5)
nk2j.....What does lol stand for .......
276: SET Asylum, Re: Serindipity (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-19, 15:38:12 (64.12.96.10)
Heard from Hans soon after I posted . .......
277: SET Asylum, Re: Serenity (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-16, 17:04:21 (152.163.252.5)
Only problem is that I have not heard from the guy in Holland yet.I am wondering whether or not the e-mail address on his web site is functioning? .......
278: SET Asylum, Serenity (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-16, 12:20:17 (64.12.96.10)
This asylum can be dangerous on the pocket book,and disturb ones serenity. Thinking that I had abandoned the equipment chase ,I posted a simple question this week about a Italian SET,but now,because o .......
279: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-15, 19:52:24 (64.12.96.10)
Well hook me up.I need specific info.Who ,what , where ,how much. .......
280: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-15, 13:20:39 (64.12.96.10)
Hate to admit it but I have bought 3 of Jeff's amps.I sold the first one 2 years ago...missed it purchased another one ....let a friend 'borrow' it...he will not give it back{it's cool though},then I .......
281: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-15, 06:41:03 (205.188.208.9)
Always curious....please send me some info on the Auris 2.Nothing on Hans web site.Suns are a great match for the Victory.Still love my Korneff, needs an easier load. My interest in the TEKTRON stemed .......
282: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-15, 06:12:13 (205.188.208.9)
Thanks very much...that's what I was looking for.An answer from someone who has actually heard the amp. And you heard both,which is even better. I dig collecting gear , but don't want to go backwards. .......
283: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-14, 20:41:55 (205.188.208.9)
Robert H,noticed you and 'SET Dude' are into the Korneff thing.Jeff's a great guy,love his gear...his 45 is pure magic.I just happen to have found my own nirvana with a Sun/Coincident Victory combo.Th .......
284: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-14, 20:28:54 (205.188.208.9)
Love my Victory speakers thank you very much.They are a wonderful match for my Sun amps.Owned Soliloquy,and Silverline speakers,were not nearly as open as they ones I have now.Auditioned many more tha .......
285: SET Asylum, Re: Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-14, 12:19:56 (152.163.252.5)
DRD sounds wonderful,however at this time I'm into a Sun Audio 300B push pull kinda thing.Has me questioning the supremacy of SETS,,but anyway I have an interest in this Italian SET and needed a littl .......
286: SET Asylum, Tektron (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-13, 15:54:20 (205.188.208.9)
Hello, can anybody familiar with Tektron tell me about their products? An Italian maker of SETS,and preamps. .......
287: SET Asylum, OPT (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-06, 14:22:58 (152.163.188.5)
All things being equal would an amp with a opt that has a primary of 3.5k be better suited for a 45 triode than one built with a 5k primary in the opt?? .......
288: SET Asylum, Coincident Victory 97db 14 ohm (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-05-05, 13:49:36 (152.163.188.5)
Wonderful ribbon tweeter .......
289: Tubes Asylum, Sophia 205 Tube (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-27, 11:52:51 (64.12.96.10)
Have any of you modified an amp to use the new Sophia 205 "Princess" tube? .......
290: SET Asylum, Re: who is making a 300b pp kit?.... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-24, 12:33:45 (152.163.188.5)
Sun audio makes a 300B P/P mono kit.Expensive though...BUT the "best" darn amp I have ever heard. .......
291: SET Asylum, Re: E-bay seller hkaudio: anyone have experience with them? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-05, 09:43:08 (152.163.188.5)
Very satisfied with all 4 purchases.2 units were demo and the other 2 were pre owned.All were like new(10/10) ,and were packaged well.Was a pleasure doing business with.Personally I prefer demo to sli .......
292: SET Asylum, Re: E-bay seller hkaudio: anyone have experience with them? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-04, 18:16:24 (205.188.208.104)
Should i use 100k or 50k pots,as replacements on the P/P Sun amps? .......
293: SET Asylum, Re: E-bay seller hkaudio: anyone have experience with them? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-04, 09:53:40 (152.163.188.5)
Have purchased several Sun Audio products, from the guy ,over the past two years.His name is Joe Chan.Quick emails and package is stateside 2 or 3 days after reciept of funds. .......
294: SET Asylum, Re: What is the DRD do you have a link? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-03, 05:42:55 (205.188.208.104)
Go to Welborne Labs for DRD info. .......
295: SET Asylum, Re: Las time opinions on SET choice, Are the ASL amps any good? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-04-02, 12:10:46 (205.188.208.104)
Just my 2 cents,if I were to go for another SET, I would give the DRD 300B a close look. .......
296: SET Asylum, Re: Small correction (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-28, 16:01:07 (64.12.96.10)
Hello...you know last night I took a second look at the Sun amp and for the life of me I don;t see any coupling caps.Can anyone clarify? .......
297: SET Asylum, Re: Would you all reject a circuit change...... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-27, 20:52:36 (205.188.208.104)
I personally would not object to a circut change.I find my P/P 300b to be more real to my ears than any of my SET'S.It's more uniform across the whole frequency range.Pleasure first.Accuracy is VERY .......
298: SET Asylum, PLEASURE (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-27, 15:11:07 (205.188.208.104)
and an emotional connection......THAT"S WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT.Throw in some accuracy and we are cookin. .......
299: SET Asylum, Re: Small correction (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-26, 16:55:15 (205.188.208.104)
You know you are correct,I guess it's got to be that Tamura interstage transformer that makes this amp sing.That's the whole thing....I don't mean to harp about a push pull amp on the SET asylum but t .......
300: SET Asylum, Ditto (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-26, 16:02:33 (205.188.208.104)
I can understand that. .......
301: SET Asylum, Re: Small correction (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-26, 16:00:19 (205.188.208.104)
Cool Alan. .......
302: SET Asylum, Re: what amp is this? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-26, 10:39:09 (205.188.208.104)
Sun sv300B mkii .......
303: SET Asylum, Re: some characteristics of the set sound/experience (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-26, 09:07:23 (205.188.208.104)
Variety makes the world go round ,and for me, I have found ,that your sonic impressions have not been my reality.The most "involving" amp I have heard is a P/P 300B direct coupled gem.This particular .......
304: SET Asylum, Re: Anyone get the urge to switch back to Push Pull? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-23, 10:14:07 (205.188.208.104)
The reason I got into SET'S in the first place was because ,I felt something was missing ,with my solid state gear.That journey led me to single ended triode amplifiers.And as much, as I would have ho .......
305: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio SV300B MKII Amplifier (Tube) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-22, 05:04:46 (205.188.208.104)
The amps were assembled before I purchased them. .......
306: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio SV300B MKII Amplifier (Tube) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-21, 17:11:17 (152.163.188.5)
I'm currently using, CBS/HYTRON6sn7gt,W.E.274B rectifiers,and Sophia300b mesh.I'm waiting for RCA 5u4 rectifier and some NOS Mullards 5r4's.I have a few other NOS 6sn7's,but I have not tried any of th .......
307: SET Asylum, REVIEW: Sun Audio SV300B MKII Amplifier (Tube) (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-21, 13:48:13 (152.163.189.131)
Model: SV300B MKII Category: Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $5000 ??? Description: Class A, Push Pull, Interstage Transformer Coupled, Monoblocks Manufacturer URL: Sun Audio .......
308: SET Asylum, Re: How nice is 'nice'? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-13, 16:19:11 (152.163.188.5)
Dave I LOVE my 45 SET,but a DHT, P/P,iron phase splitter amp is a nice change of pace. .......
309: SET Asylum, Re: PP or Parallel 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-08, 11:26:31 (152.163.188.5)
Sun Audio SV 300B MKII with Sophia mesh is the culprit,that has me rethinking SET vs P/P. .......
310: SET Asylum, Re: PP or Parallel 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-08, 08:08:47 (152.163.188.5)
Hello...it's really funny you ask this question at this time.I had the pleasure recently of listening to a P/P, direct coupled ,interstage transformer,300B using Tamura iron.It has caused this SET lov .......
311: SET Asylum, Sun Mod (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-07, 09:04:24 (152.163.188.5)
Hello....has anyone successfully converted a Sun stereo amp(2a3,300b,kt-88) to recieve the 45 triode.If so please tell me how ,or direct me to the tech who did the work .THANKS .......
312: Welborne Labs, Re: DRD (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-03-05, 07:32:21 (205.188.208.104)
Tonite or tommorow? .......
313: SET Asylum, 205D SET (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-21, 13:44:08 (152.163.188.5)
Hello..has anyone modified a production 300B SET to safely use the NEW Sophia 205D"princess tube"?? Their web site gives a brief description on how this can be done.I am currently using a Sun 300B as .......
314: SET Asylum, Sun Mod (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-16, 15:52:57 (205.188.208.104)
Hello...has any of you Sun Audio SV300BE owners ,upgraded the opt's in the amp with "better" Tamura or Tango iron,and if so did you have to modify the circut or chassis??? .......
315: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Rectifier (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-13, 13:05:04 (205.188.208.104)
Thanks for the input.I will go with a 274B W.E. rectifier for now that I had been using in a previous amp. .......
316: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Rectifier (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-13, 10:39:41 (205.188.208.104)
Derick thanks for the info. .......
317: SET Asylum, Sun Rectifier (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-12, 12:33:13 (152.163.188.5)
Hello...can a 5AR4 be safely used in a Sun Audio 300B stereo amp ,as opposed to a 5U4 or 5R4?? I know the 5AR4 is indirectly heated.Will this damage the amp,because the 5u4 came with the unit. ::: TOP .......
318: Welborne Labs, I need a 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-10, 10:06:06 (205.188.208.104)
I need a DRD 300B amp.When? .......
319: SET Asylum, Re: You guys are deaf! (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-04, 12:21:45 (205.188.195.41)
It seems like you put this post out there,for the sole purpose of upseting some folks,but it comes off as BORING.To each his own.The EARS do not lie. .......
320: SET Asylum, Re: has anyone done a 45 set shootout?...... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-02-02, 14:36:27 (64.12.105.39)
Hello...i don't know anyone who has done a 45 shootout,however if SET'S are your thing,what works for me is to own a nice 45 and a nice 300B amp.I am always satisfied having two really good amps to pl .......
321: SET Asylum, Re: I'll build'em for ya if I can have your 45's ;0... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-01-10, 14:44:46 (205.188.208.104)
If I buy,I will power the Billies through a Coincident 14ohm 97db Victory. .......
322: SET Asylum, Billie Help (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2003-01-07, 18:34:17 (64.12.96.10)
Hello....I do not know if this is ok,but is their anyone in the Chicago area who can refer me to a person who can build me a pair of DIY Billies?I KNOW it's not so hard I'm just not willing. ::: TOPIC .......
323: SET Asylum, Sun 300BTE (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-28, 18:56:21 (205.188.208.104)
Anyone own the Sun Audio 300BTE give me a little feedback on this amp.This is the mono block,which is interstage trans coupled.I have owned several cap coupled SET's and was wondering about the sonic .......
324: SET Asylum, Re: Agree..Korneff amps are VERY rolled at the top. (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-25, 13:12:26 (205.188.208.104)
I TOTALLY DISAGREE,with you guys sonic impressions about jeff korneff's amps.I have listened to several SET's(12),some costing 20 TIMES more than Jeff's offering,and his matches up well with any of th .......
325: SET Asylum, Type 10 amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-21, 18:51:16 (152.163.188.5)
I'm using 97db 14ohm speakers mated to a 45 amp,with good results.Do you think I could get away with a type 10 triode amp with these speakers? I have been looking at the Sun Audio vt-25 kit. ::: TOPIC .......
326: SET Asylum, Re: Are type 45s really better ..... and why ? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-21, 12:03:53 (205.188.208.104)
"Better" is meaningless.It's what YOU like.Some people enjoy the sound of a 300B,others a 10 type or 2A3 amp.My personal preference is the 45 amp,because to these ears, the 45 has less of an electroni .......
327: Tube DIY Asylum, Ansar Caps (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-17, 18:42:53 (205.188.208.104)
Anyone know of a source(website) for Ansar poly caps? .......
328: SET Asylum, Re: Where is the SET Magic?? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-15, 12:38:15 (205.188.208.104)
88db 4-6ohm speakers do not do SET's justice.Wondering have you EVER HEARD a low powered SET with friendly speakers(at least 95db and a high or flat impedance) .......
329: Tubes Asylum, Emission Lab 2A3 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-07, 22:30:20 (64.12.96.10)
Anyone heard the Emission Labs new 2A3 mesh? Sonic impression? .......
330: SET Asylum, Korneff 76 pre (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-07, 16:19:29 (64.12.96.10)
Does anyone know the value of the coupling caps in Jeff's 76/6sn7 preamp .......
331: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-07, 14:41:27 (64.12.96.10)
Thanks EdT.I simply noticed on certain mono blocks that the two 6sn7's were very different.One was input and the other driver.By the way... how is the 300B you bought working out with the horns? ::: T .......
332: SET Asylum, Sun Audio 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-07, 09:41:15 (152.163.188.5)
Hello,this may sound dumb, but should the 2 6sn7's in the Sun Audio 300B stereo amp be closely matched? .......
333: SET Asylum, Re: a well taken point to keep in mind (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-04, 15:48:24 (152.163.188.5)
The bottom line njjohn , is that you have found something magical in a SET playback system ,that WORKS for you.And because of the way it makes you FEEL you wish to share that with others.There was thi .......
334: SET Asylum, Type 10 SET (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-04, 12:30:51 (64.12.96.10)
To anyone who is familiar with the 10 triode...can a system that uses a 45 amp also recieve a type 10 amp??I have concerns about the power of the 10 triode,as well as any sonic impressions of this amp .......
335: SET Asylum, Re: well when all is said and done... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-04, 08:43:00 (205.188.208.104)
I second that sentiment...The most natural sounding amps i have heard WERE NOT commercial offerings,but those made by gifted "amatures",or highly modified kits. .......
336: Welborne Labs, DRD tube rectification (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-02, 16:56:48 (205.188.208.104)
Will the new DRD Welborne 2A3 offer tube rectification? .......
337: SET Asylum, Re: world's best amp?: plain and simple (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-12-02, 13:22:04 (152.163.188.5)
What I love most about this forum is the passion that folks share when it comes to there beloved DHT .I have read many pledge their allegiance to the 300B,PX-25 or 45 being the center of the "BEST" SE .......
338: SET Asylum, Re: 300B 3rd place others better (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-30, 14:58:44 (205.188.208.104)
Gordon ,I can't afford one of your Wavelengths ,but I totally agree with your take on the 45 triode. .......
339: SET Asylum, Re: world's best amp?: plain and simple (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-29, 19:43:07 (205.188.208.104)
I do not believe there is such a thing as the best,unless we ALL hear and feel ,in an identical fashion...WHICH WE DON'T...That being said ,the "BEST" AMP(Most Natural) these ears have had the pleasur .......
340: SET Asylum, Re: world's best amp?: plain and simple (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-29, 10:33:01 (205.188.208.104)
I have read several of njjohn's ramblings about his love of the 300B.And his passion for this tube is shared by many.I too love the sound of the 300B and have owned 3 different 300B amps that were pow .......
341: SET Asylum, Cap Replacement (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-16, 09:37:00 (64.12.96.10)
Can anyone who has ACTUALLY HEARD at least 2 of these caps {paper in oil ,teflon AND beeswax coupling caps),give me an opinion on there sonic differences.One of them will replace the 2 Solens in my 30 .......
342: Inmate Systems, lakerfan - 300B Madness (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-14, 20:04:55 (205.188.208.138)
Moniker: lakerfan System Name: 300B Madness System Rev Date: 2003/11/01/16:22 System Rev IP: 205.188.208.138 Amp: Custom built John Hogan 300B/6sn7 SET Preamp: Emotive Audio Erato 27 triode line stage .......
343: Tubes Asylum, JacMusic 45 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-10, 13:23:00 (64.12.96.10)
Been having problems with AVVT Jac Music website,any member have an e mail address ,website or phone number to an authorized dealer of the Jac 45 mesh? .......
344: Tubes Asylum, 45 mesh (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-10, 10:40:57 (64.12.96.10)
Have any of you members experienced failure with the new Emission Lab 45 mesh?? Was thinking of buying a pair sometime in the future,and heard some not so good things about it's reliability ,in spite .......
345: Tube DIY Asylum, LCR upgrade (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-10, 10:35:32 (64.12.96.10)
Is there a parts "upgrade" for a LCR 32uf 500v P.S.cap? .......
346: SET Asylum, Best of both Worlds (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-10, 09:27:22 (64.12.96.10)
After much auditioning of audio equipment and observing the many informative post on this asylum I have come up with what works best for me.Own a 300B for listening to Jimi,Ozzy,Mick ,and Jerry.Own a .......
347: Tube DIY Asylum, LCR cap (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-02, 19:46:55 (152.163.188.5)
Is there a "sonic" upgrade for a pair of LCR 50uf 500v capacitors being used in a 45 SET? .......
348: SET Asylum, Re: finally got some pics my JK76/45 int amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-11-02, 16:58:50 (64.12.96.10)
Have you done any mods on your Korneff,EdT? .......
349: SET Asylum, Re: SV-2A3 vs SV-300BE (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-28, 19:14:34 (64.12.96.10)
I don't really get into what's "better",however the 300BE in my system has a clearer,more natural,fuller sound while not being "thick" and overly warm,which I found the SV-2A3 to be. .......
350: SET Asylum, Korneff Preamp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-12, 13:52:49 (64.12.96.10)
Just wanted to say,to anyone looking for a nice linestage tube preamp that is as good or betters those costing several thousands,Jeff Korneff makes one using the little known 76 triode,(2)6sn7's,and a .......
351: SET Asylum, Re: Svetlana 300Bs (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-12, 07:46:22 (64.12.96.10)
Purchased a pair of Sveltlana's for my Sun Audio 300B,about 5 months ago.Loved them ,however one of them went bad 2 weeks ago.I am now using Sophia mesh.Nice sound,hope they last.Also have W.E. for 3 .......
352: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: 6L6 push-pull kits available? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-04, 16:33:41 (152.163.188.5)
The price of the Sun Audio 6L6 push pull mono kit is $900 for each block,from EIFL exports.I am not sure what shipping cost from Asia are. .......
353: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: 6L6 push-pull kits available? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-04, 09:19:20 (64.12.96.10)
Sun Audio makes a tube rectified ,6L6 mono block kit,which uses an interstage transformer,Tamura iron and 6sn7's.I have been told it sounds wonderful. .......
354: SET Asylum, 91A Type Amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-03, 17:27:20 (64.12.96.10)
Anyone familiar with the sonics of a 91A type amp using W.E. 310A and 300B tubes? .......
355: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio schematic (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-02, 17:19:14 (152.163.188.5)
Thanks hagustos...I've heard the Sun with angela pio caps and a new Blackgate in the p.s.To my ears it sounded wonderful .......
356: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio schematic (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-02, 12:21:48 (205.188.208.104)
Derick... I was wondering,have you heard any other 300B amps,and if so how do they rate ,relative to the Sun Audio 300b .......
357: Tube DIY Asylum, VTV oil caps (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-10-01, 09:55:37 (205.188.208.104)
Any one by chance have a couple of VTV ultratone silver in oil caps they can part with .22/630v???VTV is sold out. .......
358: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio schematic (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-09-30, 12:48:57 (152.163.188.5)
My Upgrades for the Sun 300B stereo are(2) D.A.C.T. 50k mono attenutors, (2).22uf 630v silver or copper oil coupling caps,(1) 47uf+47uf/500v blackgate wkz. .......
359: SET Asylum, Sun Audio schematic (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-09-29, 15:52:27 (64.12.96.10)
Hello...I would like to do a simple mod on my Sun Audio 300B stereo amp ,but have misplaced the kit instructions and schematic.A copy of these papers would be appreciated. .......
360: SET Asylum, Re: Cary Audio Design 572SE MK II (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-09-13, 13:48:46 (64.12.96.10)
At 20 watts were able to drive my 14ohm speakers with ease,however were sterile sounding compared to a good 300B,2A3 or 45 SET. .......
361: Tubes Asylum, Wright sound Mono 10 (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-08-31, 13:07:58 (152.163.188.5)
Can anyone give me an impression on Wright Sound 10 watt 2A3 push pull amp? .......
362: SET Asylum, Re: Recommended Speakers for SET Amps....... (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-08-28, 20:06:49 (152.163.188.5)
Coincident makes a wonderful speaker,the Victory...97db ,14ohm,ribbon tweeter.I use them with a Sun Audio 8 watt 300b Set ,and a Jeff Korneff 1.8 watt 45 SET. .......
363: SET Asylum, Re: Finding the ideal speaker for the 300B (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-06-28, 18:19:05 (64.12.103.23)
The Coincident Victory speaker is what you are looking for.I use a 45 SET or a 300B SET with WONDERFUL results.97db...14 ohm...ribbon tweeter.These speakers are specifically made for low powered SETS. .......
364: SET Asylum, Re: Matching speakers with 45 amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-06-24, 09:40:50 (205.188.198.186)
I use a Jeff Korneff 45 amp with a pair of Coincident Victory speakers.NICE .......
365: SET Asylum, Re: Sun Audio 300b SET any comments, reviews recomendations? (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-06-20, 13:30:51 (205.188.195.21)
The Sun 300B is a wonderful sounding amp. I have mine matched with the Coincident Victory speakers,so I can't say how it will do with horns,because I have never heard any,but the Victories are 14ohm 9 .......
366: Tube DIY Asylum, Cap replacement (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-06-17, 11:09:55 (152.163.205.84)
Without able to give much info is it safe to replace 2 LCR 50/50uf 500v caps with 2 47/47uf 500v blackgate caps?? It is for a pre amp circut. .......
367: Tubes Asylum, Mc-30 upgrade (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-06-05, 17:27:16 (205.188.195.148)
I would like to know, from any of you Mcintosh experts,what suggestions can you give me on component upgrades,for a MC-30 mono . .......
368: Tubes Asylum, Re: 6SN7 preamp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-06-05, 16:40:32 (205.188.200.155)
Jeff Korneff builds a wonderful preamp using a (2)76 triodes,5u4,and (2)6sn7's. .......
369: SET Asylum, Push Pull Triode Amp (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-05-24, 18:51:37 (64.12.105.179)
Can anyone give me some suggestions on a tube rectified 300B amp in push pull mode. .......
370: Tube DIY Asylum, 50k Potentiometer (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-05-11, 13:24:41 (64.12.105.168)
Can you help me locate a place where I can purchase 50k Alps, Noble or Tkd potentiometers??? No luck with Angela,Welborne,Parts Connection,and I am no longer able to get into Michael Percy's web site. .......
371: Tubes Asylum, Sophia vs. TJ (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-04-18, 11:58:49 (152.163.194.198)
Is their REALLY a sonic difference between the TJ tubes vs the newer Sophia tubes. .......
372: SET Asylum, Wright 2A3 Tweak (0.00)
Posted by lakerfan on 2002-04-16, 16:03:41 (152.163.197.76)
Anyone done any positive sounding component upgrades on the Wright 2A3? .......
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