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1: WRONG ! (13.03)
Posted by hifinutt on 2004-05-09, 23:07:13 (66.214.83.104)
Maxxc you are totally incorrect when you stated Upscale Audio was not selling a Cayin (Spark Audio/China) amp. under the name of Prima Luna. Here is the scoop: They are indeed selling a Cayin, they ar .......
2: Here you go (13.03)
Posted by driver on 2007-04-05, 18:07:28 (67.62.195.101)
These guys are the importers/distributors for Cayin. .......
3: What is the English site of Cayin ? (11.79)
Posted by D.D.C on 2007-04-05, 00:59:35 (196.206.67.116)
I am trying www.cayin.com but it is in german ,, .......
4: RE: Cayin USA (11.62)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2014-07-04, 19:40:05 (71.142.221.101)
FWIW I have two Cayin Amps which are, effectively, boat anchors because the USA distributor will not, or cannot, obtain replacement parts which must come from the manufacturer. He will not undertake r .......
5: Cayin Electronics ?????? (11.54)
Posted by Vinylly on 2009-04-19, 15:37:40 (67.72.98.85)
I was just looking through a 2006 'Acoustic Sounds' catalog. I couldn't help but notice a new name in electronics 'Cayin'. They have quite a lot of tubed gear. Is this a Chinese company? Has anyone bo .......
6: Cayin USA (11.41)
Posted by fstein on 2014-07-04, 10:33:58 (135.19.82.137)
Does Cayin have a real US distributor with service and multiple dealers? .......
7: Additional info. from a Cayin dealer (11.40)
Posted by hifinutt on 2004-05-10, 13:45:17 (153.48.52.242)
Here is the bottom line on the Cayin TA-30. According to my source a Cayin dealer here in the USA, the Prima Luna is indeed a Cayin TA-30 with a different face plate, and switch locations. Cayin is no .......
8: Re: Jolida 502B VS Cayin TA30 with B&W CDM1NT (11.39)
Posted by Alan Breece on 2003-12-23, 02:17:12 (167.176.6.8)
The Cayin is a much better quality amplifier. .......
9: Re: Hi Merle (11.24)
Posted by Tom Gobba on 2003-12-24, 06:41:49 (68.22.206.74)
Agree. Spark/Cayin is truely high-end. They are still manufacured by the former Chinese space/military factory. Both Jolida and Spark/Cayin has top line products. But, open the amps and compare them s .......
10: Re: Cayin TA30 & Prima Luna Prologue One..........,Move Over. (11.16)
Posted by radiosoundlab on 2005-01-18, 17:47:22 (66.214.83.76)
No matter what Kevin D. says the Prima Luna IS a Cayin, or to be more on the mark, both are made by Spark in China. Paul of Tube Audio Design who was the US importer of the Cayin TA-30 told me Cayin w .......
11: Re: Hi Merle (10.99)
Posted by Alan Breece on 2003-12-24, 04:50:41 (167.176.6.8)
Jolida doesn't even compare to the Cayin model TA30 IMO.They are downright shitty compared to the Cayin. .......
12: Re: Suggestions for integrated... (10.99)
Posted by D960 on 2002-04-22, 09:47:29 (149.225.93.207)
Cayin, various tube amplifiers, e.g. 734. Excellent built quality, free wiring, very good transformers. Check their websit: www.cayin.com .......
13: Re: Wait a minute Alan! (10.82)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-23, 05:41:07 (216.111.114.195)
Continuing on as "Cayin's biggest cheerleader", I don't ever remember refering to, or hearing anyone else refer to the Cayin as "fuzzy, with so-so imageing". .......
14: amp for carolina speakers (10.82)
Posted by Troutbum on 2006-10-15, 08:50:50 (72.240.72.170)
looking to replace my Cayin amp for something else.....SS or tubes. I like the Cayin sound, but badly miss a remote and balance controls. Any thoughts? .......
15: RE: Really? (10.50)
Posted by Andy43 on 2018-01-18, 21:26:29 (168.103.127.206)
From what I was able to find out, Cayin is made in the Cayin/Spark factory. Cayin/Spark is a subsidiary of Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co, LTD. which is owned by China National Aero-technology I .......
16: No (10.46)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-05-08, 19:51:32 (12.220.142.9)
I have no idea who manufacturers the amp. I'm sure it is Chinese but its not the Cayin TA30, although it may be manufacturered by Spark. Look at the pictures of the TA30 and Prima Luna One. Control .......
17: Cayin/Spark 9021D (10.45)
Posted by rocco63 on 2001-05-21, 12:44:11 (195.103.12.241)
Does anybody know the Spark/Cayin 9021D power amp? Thanks. .......
18: Re: Chinese products? (10.44)
Posted by groove on 2007-04-25, 20:48:38 (71.62.59.213)
I have had the opportunity to listen to Cayin and Opera/Consonance gear. From a look and feel standpoint the build quality is actually pretty good. The Consonance CD players are quite good. I have als .......
19: Is upscale Audio selling Cayin (Spark) integrateds? (10.40)
Posted by hifinutt on 2004-05-08, 17:22:45 (12.72.32.18)
I just went to Upscale Audio's web site and saw they were celebrating the arrival of a new affordable, high quality integrated tube amp. called Prima Luna. I checked it out and I got the feeling I had .......
20: Cayin TA-30 is it worth it to tube roll the pre's?? (10.33)
Posted by robster on 2004-10-06, 08:21:13 (168.215.142.85)
Hiya, I have a Cayin TA-30 integrated tube amp,is it worth it to change the pre amp tubes from Cayin stock to Mullard's? Is it worth it for me to spend the $240 from Upscale Audio for the 4 pre's they .......
21: RE: Cayin USA (10.15)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2014-07-04, 12:59:35 (76.178.31.161)
There is a real cayin importer who doesn't do much and isn't so good about getting back to people. There is a dealer in Arizona who pretends to be the importer. It's very nice gear but distribution i .......
22: Re: Cayin , Cosonance , Shanling , Vincent , which of these Chineese ,,? (10.14)
Posted by ynot on 2004-09-27, 11:41:10 (209.128.29.254)
I have owned the Cayin 265Ai Class A integrated amplifier for four months. I am very happy with the performance so far. However, the CD source light (a blue LED) is bad...it flickers off and on and va .......
23: PrimaLuna vs. Tube Audio Designs (Cayin) (10.08)
Posted by sound of mind on 2004-12-26, 23:21:21 (66.215.99.200)
I wonder if anyone has listened to both the PrimaLuna, and the Cayin by Tube Audio Designs? They are both "Tricked Out" Cayins from Spark Audio in China. Kevin from Upscale won't admit they are from S .......
24: https://www.nysound.com/ - lowsy service? ShengYa S-10 OR Cayin 15A (10.04)
Posted by RodneyGreene on 2005-05-19, 16:29:06 (69.115.17.68)
Anyone ever purchase anything from these guys? I've inquired a number of times about products via email but never got any replies. Seems that if they are too lazy to try to sell anything to me, they'd .......
25: Re: Looking for a great Integrated tube amp (10.00)
Posted by D960 on 2002-11-21, 09:00:01 (149.225.92.173)
I can heartily recommend Cayin, specially the Cayin 500. It should cost around 3500 USD, and it was tested together with the Audiomat, with similiar good results. It has plenty of power (2x70 watt), s .......
26: Chinese products? (9.93)
Posted by chgolatin2@yahoo.com on 2007-04-25, 18:48:47 (75.57.173.72)
Any info on Cayin, Shenga and Original from China? I've heard of the brand Cayin but the others I have no clue, seems like the Chinese are catching up with the world of "high end audiophile" products .......
27: Anyone compared the E.E. Minimax Phono with Cayin Phono-One? (9.78)
Posted by violaguy on 2007-07-15, 10:00:32 (199.126.216.216)
Has anyone compared the Eastern Electric Minimax Phono Preamp and the Cayin Phono-One? Any comments re these phono preamps would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance! .......
28: Re: Hi Merle (9.60)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-23, 08:17:52 (216.111.114.195)
I don't consider the fact that the Cayin works better with easy to drive speakers to be a flaw with the Cayin. Simply a matter of system matching. I imagine most anyone would be aware of the fact that .......
29: RE: Cayin Electronics ?????? (9.57)
Posted by Bill the K on 2009-04-20, 21:22:35 (61.11.125.70)
Vincent amps are similarly priced and are German.But dont know where they are assembled.Audio Advisor has them on sale occasionally.Classic clean looks.Has Pre out but dont see Main in. Cayin has both .......
30: Re: Cayin TA30 & Prima Luna Prologue One..........,Move Over. (9.53)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-01-18, 19:51:06 (205.188.116.7)
YES, Radiosoundlab: "YOU are correct..............,They are all the same HORSE, OF COURSE. But I do love their new placement for the selector & volume knobs & the power switch on the newer designs. Co .......
31: Wait a minute Alan! (9.41)
Posted by Maxxc on 2003-12-23, 04:10:26 (12.220.142.9)
Did a search to make sure my memory wasn't failing. In September of 2003 a gentleman stated he was looking for a amp in the $5000 price range and that he was considering Rogue Audio, VTL, BAT etc. You .......
32: Cayin TA-30 question (9.31)
Posted by robster on 2004-10-05, 09:14:35 (168.215.142.85)
Hello, I just got my Cayin TA-30 integrated tube amp a few days ago from Paul @ Bizzy Bee with all the mods. I love it,but sounds a tad sharp with my Klispch Forte speakers,should the sharpness smooth .......
33: Jolida 502B VS Cayin TA30 with B&W CDM1NT (9.29)
Posted by Kevin9812 on 2003-12-22, 19:36:25 (4.19.227.125)
Anybody has an idea which tube amp bewttn Jolida 502B and Cayin TA30 is best matching with my B&W CDM1NT Speaker? Or anybody has a recommendation for my speaker? Thanks .......
34: RE: Cayin Electronics ?????? (9.15)
Posted by finnman500@hotmail.com on 2009-04-20, 08:28:48 (173.34.107.15)
I discovered the CAYIN products a little over a year ago at Acoustic Sounds. Based on a tip from several employees there that owned the CDT-17A SACD player w/ tube analog out, I followed suit. I wa .......
35: Best Chinese Manufacturers? (9.13)
Posted by blackwax@mac.com on 2006-02-01, 19:10:06 (69.155.124.242)
china looks posed to take over high end audio for the masses. if you had to pick right now, what Chinese Companies are making the best gear? Cayin, Jolida, Opera-Consonnance... and many more. personal .......
36: Re: But did anyone audition the Chinese amp? (9.02)
Posted by Michaelz on 2001-08-21, 13:47:13 (139.177.224.101)
Don't underestimate some of the Chinese amps. For example, the Chinese made Spark 500 or 800 (also called Cayin 500, 800) are well regarded by some French audiophiles as reference amps (at least the 8 .......
37: My TA-30 (8.82)
Posted by colinhester on 2004-09-19, 13:18:01 (69.133.197.175)
I have had my Cayin TA-30 for about 7 months, and it has worked flawlessly, running several hours a day. I have also corresponded with several other TA-30 owners, and I have never heard of a problem. .......
38: Re: Correction (8.81)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-23, 05:32:06 (216.111.114.195)
Actually Maxxc, I'm the guy who posted the "little muddy, little bland" comment. It would be nice if you are going to quote me, you get the context of what I said correct. I have quite a few pairs of .......
39: Cayin A-50T (8.44)
Posted by notop on 2005-02-01, 12:08:15 (161.184.46.123)
My local dealer claims to bethe Canadian distributor for Cayin. I was looking to buy a Cain TA-30 for my shop system. It's is now discontinued so for $700.00 CDN he sold me it's replacement the A-50T. .......
40: RE: How many audio components have you owned (8.41)
Posted by D960 on 2011-07-21, 04:30:59 (90.47.200.53)
I guess I had more than 30 components. Speakers include Koss 1A, Altec Valencia, Altec VOTT, Mordaunt Short Signifer, PMC 1b, electronics EAR 549, Cayin 500, Cayin 788, Revox A76, A78, A77, etc etc. B .......
41: Re: from lo-fi to mid-fi $1-2K,suggestions? (8.05)
Posted by Mitch on 2005-10-11, 18:59:52 (64.253.98.80)
I've been looking hard at Jolida,and they were close to my number one choice,until I found out about Prima Luna, Cayin and Tube Audio Design, which all appear to have a very high level of build qualit .......
42: Hi Merle (7.86)
Posted by Maxxc on 2003-12-23, 07:49:40 (12.220.142.9)
Well I didn't want to name names, but figured you would probably show up with your pom-poms :) Ok Merle here is your quote: "With the Cayin, the SA's sounded a little muddy, a little slow, a little bl .......
43: RE: the who makes what game (7.79)
Posted by Pjay on 2011-02-02, 07:39:18 (199.98.226.1)
Iam not sure about Vicent and Cayin. But Cayin and PrimaLuna are the same plant. There is some site I have burried somewhere that lists a number of Chinese plants and the web sites, a cruise through t .......
44: Re: Thoughts on any of this kit for an office 2-ch system (7.78)
Posted by Tom Gobba on 2004-06-05, 17:59:36 (68.21.177.159)
For $3k, you shall have a much better system than your list if you stay with full range single drive speakers. Both Omega TS1 and Moth Audio Cicada are full-range single drive speakers with > 94 dB. Y .......
45: RE: A lot of *none* surprises me so far... (7.68)
Posted by SETamp on 2008-02-10, 19:28:35 (70.131.222.204)
No, some of Chinese brands, such Cayin, shanling, Classic, Dared, etc are better than most OEMed brands. Sadly, the markets go with OEMed brands somehow. Chinese brands usually have been lack of adver .......
46: Tube Amp -who should keep? (7.56)
Posted by biku on 2004-09-19, 10:39:12 (202.88.178.66)
With my little experience with Cayin TA-30 , which was subsequently replaced by solid state integrated, I have a feeling that the tube amp[ is not for every HiFi enthusiast, One who has some electroni .......
47: RE: Cayin review (7.54)
Posted by gales on 2018-01-18, 16:50:52 (172.218.182.107)
Do you think they could be spying on me? .......
48: Brother, I need to get some Ayre after that one..... (7.33)
Posted by Bruce Kendall on 2006-06-20, 15:03:16 (64.60.61.90)
if I Cayin. .......
49: What is the Cayin web site ? in English ,,,nt (7.26)
Posted by D.D.C on 2006-08-07, 09:25:37 (212.138.47.17)
. .......
50: RE: VAS Audio experiences - poor (7.26)
Posted by Kenreau on 2009-10-02, 21:21:04 (71.237.161.106)
Short answer, ime, poor. Long answer; Several years ago I bought a pair of Cayin 860 monoblocks from a dealer that had them shipped from VAS. The amps arrived in good order, but after I got to looking .......
51: Integrated needed (7.21)
Posted by dest on 2003-11-11, 09:05:10 (216.140.213.131)
A change in my domestic situation (twins due in February) means I'm going to have to consolidate my gear. I've been running a Rogue 66 pre and a Pass Aleph 0s for the past couple years. Here's a list .......
52: SPARK CAYIN 251B (7.15)
Posted by christian on 2000-08-13, 10:20:02 (193.217.41.131)
Is this a good amp. for the price of $900. Thanks for any answer .......
53: RE: Tube Amplifier Advice (7.11)
Posted by maabx on 2007-09-19, 09:48:53 (136.2.1.101)
Cayin TA-30 .......
54: Re: What is the English site of Cayin ? (7.11)
Posted by Hens on 2007-04-05, 01:31:00 (203.198.168.241)
Try: www.sparkaudio.com then just select the language. .......
55: RE: Cayin review (7.04)
Posted by gales on 2018-01-20, 10:54:55 (172.218.182.107)
Thanks Kenzo, and thank you for the correction. I edited the post and included the missing (than) .......
56: Re: wanted opinion on kayin amp (6.97)
Posted by morricab on 2004-09-27, 04:02:48 (196.3.50.254)
I auditioned Cayin 929D tube monoblocks recently and here were my observations. Each amp uses a single output tube but it is a dual tetrode in push/pull configuration so it generates around 40watts. M .......
57: Re: Cayin , Cosonance , Shanling , Vincent , which of these Chineese ,,? (6.92)
Posted by mao on 2004-09-27, 00:32:24 (63.238.11.35)
i have an opera audio intergrated and love it. .......
58: Re: what are some of the top performing chinese tube gear? (6.91)
Posted by stevensilverman on 2005-02-07, 19:30:21 (12.77.245.51)
Cayin, Consonance/Opera, Melody .......
59: RE: Don't care #2 (6.91)
Posted by notop on 2008-05-16, 16:03:20 (70.72.8.194)
My Cayin 265AI is about the best sounding amp I've owned. Bill. .......
60: How much more are the Prima Luna's than the Cayin's?(nt) (6.91)
Posted by agattu on 2004-05-10, 02:21:51 (209.112.214.61)
nt .......
61: Re: What is the Cayin web site ? in English ,,,nt (6.86)
Posted by FCH on 2006-08-07, 09:31:49 (218.166.45.23)
http://www.sparkaudio.com/indexe.asp .......
62: RE: Cayin review (6.84)
Posted by Andy43 on 2018-01-18, 16:35:03 (168.103.127.206)
Made in China by a company entirely owned by the Chinese government. Deal breaker for me! .......
63: Trianle Titus / Cayin A65i [nt] (6.84)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2003-10-17, 09:15:38 (207.140.66.1)
nt .......
64: Shanling and Cayin have integrateds for less than $1500 [nt] (6.78)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2003-11-03, 09:16:27 (207.140.66.1)
nt .......
65: Re: Shanling and Cayin have integrateds for less than $1500 [nt] (6.78)
Posted by J North on 2003-11-03, 13:55:26 (209.52.195.6)
Do these amps clip at their 40watt power ratings or do they switch to class B? .......
66: Re: Hi Merle (6.71)
Posted by Maxxc on 2003-12-23, 10:17:52 (12.220.142.9)
You must be on Christmas break like myself :) Thats what I'm looking for, what actual differences (superiority) you found in the Cayin over that Jolida. Had 2 Jolidas myself. 1701A didn't care for .......
67: Re: Prima Luna is its own product, new review spells it out (6.66)
Posted by Bob H H on 2004-06-06, 18:21:54 (68.21.177.159)
Questions: 1)Have these modifications been done at Spark/Cayin or here? 2)Is your amp still marked with "Made in China"? .......
68: I'm currently on business visiting in Zhuhai China..... (6.65)
Posted by Steve Jones on 2011-06-11, 05:33:33 (58.254.217.233)
and not 3 blocks away from my hotel is the headquarters of Cayin (Spark) Electronics. Visited their in house listening room set up with Wilson Watt/Puppies and their 845 SET monoblocks powering them. .......
69: Re: It's OK (6.62)
Posted by lior on 2006-07-05, 14:02:52 (88.155.1.162)
Thanks for the info driver. i heard the droplet vs electrocompaniet emc1, i liked the electro better, but its 3k vs 5k prices. we dont have cayin in israel, so cant compare..... .......
70: Minimax Tube CDP for $700 (6.59)
Posted by dsockel on 2004-12-09, 10:19:54 (64.238.127.50)
I am running one with my Cayin Tube integrated and Soliloquy speakers and recommend it. .......
71: RE: internet radio (6.59)
Posted by nubz on 2008-03-21, 20:38:11 (76.166.131.116)
it's a Cayin iDAC. They are about 7 or 800 usd. it uses a usb input and has a remote to flip through songs and volume up and down if needed. They are very new. ---Nubz--- .......
72: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (6.44)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-19, 20:27:10 (217.43.9.48)
whichever way one cuts it, they are more fragile, requires more careful handling, than a sand amp, don't you think? It a'int all about the music I also want excellent sonics! .......
73: RE: A sad note (6.41)
Posted by jaydacus on 2012-05-09, 15:32:49 (98.246.48.58)
Wow! He was so young too. I bought a Cayin TA-30 many years ago and he was more than happy to give me tech support on it. It wasn't even one that he modified or sold. .......
74: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (6.41)
Posted by Ozzy on 2004-09-20, 02:16:12 (216.207.177.48)
>It a'int all about the music I also want excellent sonics! If your tag line is true, then it is indeed a tube amp that you want, and not sand. Oz .......
75: Re: Additional info. from a Cayin dealer (6.39)
Posted by stereodad on 2004-05-10, 14:30:46 (209.179.140.112)
You might want to read Kevins post on this in the tube asylum and/or give him a call. I have always found him tobe honest dealer. Larry .......
76: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (6.34)
Posted by RGA on 2004-09-19, 21:03:04 (207.81.75.114)
Why would you say that? Most tube amps are far more solidly constructed than SS amps. Other than actual tubes which need replacing both set-up should offer years of trouble free service and both will .......
77: VAS Audio experiences (6.32)
Posted by oymo on 2009-10-02, 18:50:25 (24.166.8.148)
Folks, Does anyone have experience with VAS Audio, importer of Cayin? Just curious about their customer service reputation. Thanks! .......
78: Re: PrimaLuna vs. Tube Audio Designs (Cayin) (6.32)
Posted by alléchant on 2004-12-27, 09:54:03 (68.3.228.106)
Some kind of autobias circuit on the prima luna ? More accuate I guess ? A comparison would be good. I think Bizzy Bee uses auricap vs. sonicap for upscale. .......
79: Cayin , Cosonance , Shanling , Vincent , which of these Chineese ,,? (6.30)
Posted by nanozizo61 on 2004-09-27, 00:08:40 (212.138.47.29)
I am looking to import some hi-fi products , but which of these Cineese brand is known of good price , rialability , and good back up service ,, your help will be appreciated . .......
80: Re: Cayin , Cosonance , Shanling , Vincent , which of these Chineese ,,? (6.29)
Posted by rosconey on 2004-09-27, 13:55:38 (64.136.27.228)
i have a shengya s10(they make vincent) build quality is top notch, inside and out- cant comment on longetivity its 3 months old. .......
81: RE: I'm Convinced..... The Problem With CD Playback Is..... (6.29)
Posted by reb on 2008-12-20, 16:59:20 (173.68.115.3)
I live on Long Island. Your welcome to visit, just give me a heads up. Don't think I'd want to lend you my modified Cayin though. And yes, my analog front end is set up properly to get the most out o .......
82: Tube Amp shopping in Beijing or Shanghai? (6.25)
Posted by chinashopper on 2009-12-23, 07:03:13 (72.37.171.44)
Can anyone recommend some shops in Beijing or Shanghai where I can find bargains on jolida, cayin, yaqin, etc? Any tips? thanks in advance. .......
83: Re: Sharing My Views of Tube Rolling The Cayin Ta30..........,My Quest. (6.20)
Posted by steven oda on 2005-01-01, 12:29:58 (24.205.19.183)
el34h, Ah, but you never got to try (and probably will never get to try) the great CBS-Hytron 7318, in a 12AU7 position. It's too bad this tube is extinct... .......
84: No (6.19)
Posted by Alan Breece on 2003-12-24, 04:39:43 (167.176.6.8)
I feel a decent PP amp will give you most of what tube amps have to offer but there are others who offer more for less. The Cayin is better constructed then the Jolida and is a better amplifier qualit .......
85: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (6.14)
Posted by Vinylly on 2004-09-19, 20:22:15 (12.72.229.224)
About the only maintanance on a tube amp is to check the bias once in a while and replace tubes if needed, which is about every three -four years, if they're properly engineered and solidly put togeth .......
86: Chronologicaly I loved looking at: my... (6.14)
Posted by Lowrider on 2007-07-12, 00:50:20 (195.13.215.84)
Pentagram speakers, McIntosh amplifier, B&O's first CD player, Sonus Faber EAII and Signum, Krell Showcase processor, B&W PV1 subwoofer, Cayin A-88T... Antonio Melo Ribeiro .......
87: RE: Cayin review (6.14)
Posted by kenzo on 2018-01-20, 10:36:16 (173.239.228.46)
lol, a bit long winded yes, but your statement: "If you want to listen to music more [than] you did before after buying new gear you did well son. " is about the most succinct and yet all encompassin .......
88: RE: Tube sounding SS integrated (6.05)
Posted by notop on 2007-11-21, 10:00:57 (161.184.54.146)
I have owned the Lavardin and found it quite lifeless. Recently I picked up a Cayin 265AI that runs in class A and is the most tube like SS I have heard. I think it is about $1500.00. Bill. ::: TOPIC: .......
89: the who makes what game (6.04)
Posted by styler on 2011-02-01, 21:16:05 (99.56.91.51)
game: name two different brands that you suspect are made by the same (usually chinese but not necessarily) manufacturer. for example: 1. vincent audio and cayin. 2. music hall and creek 3. wyred for .......
90: Re: RMAF05 impressions (6.04)
Posted by hifinutt on 2005-10-03, 16:30:10 (66.215.96.26)
I totally agree with your observations. Many of the rooms were so loud I had to run. These guys are supposed to be on top of their game so they can shine, yet they seemed to have no clue that loud boo .......
91: Correction (6.00)
Posted by Maxxc on 2003-12-23, 04:26:05 (12.220.142.9)
Ok, found the post by Cayins biggest cheerleader, in the Speaker Asylum, date December 18th. His comments wern't fuzzy and so so soundstaging. They were that with the speakers he was using with the C .......
92: Re: Jolida 502B VS Cayin TA30 with B&W CDM1NT (5.99)
Posted by morricab on 2003-12-23, 04:26:57 (196.3.50.254)
I had a Jolida 302a and it sounded very good. Clean, transparent, with a wonderful midrange. Highs were also nice just a bit weak in the bass (my Dynaudios that I had at the time were current hungry b .......
93: RE: Room Setup & adding a sub (5.95)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2012-08-22, 11:41:08 (173.162.116.209)
The integrated is a Cayin A-88T. If the output rcas varied with the volume your suggestion would work, but the output on my amp is like a tape monitor- the level is never varied, so I can't use that f .......
94: Re: https://www.nysound.com/ - lowsy service? ShengYa S-10 OR Cayin 15A (5.92)
Posted by Mike_in_MD on 2005-05-19, 17:47:04 (70.16.5.120)
I bought my ShengYa S-10 from them with no trouble at all. They always answered the phone or emails. My S-10 is now in the hands of RAM for some mods. I will report on that when it comes back. ::: TO .......
95: CD player as a transport (5.91)
Posted by Rastaman on 2001-04-30, 12:31:22 (193.216.36.60)
Iam using a Cayin cd-player as a transport to my new dac, but when I push to close, I hear a big bang i my speaker. Do anyone have some experience of what`s wrong. Is there something I can do to solve .......
96: Re: Additional info. from a Cayin dealer (5.89)
Posted by tapakah2001 on 2004-05-11, 13:22:16 (195.14.157.34)
Yeah chinese mafia. Heard that many times before, on different occasions. I doubt that the person who said that, ever saw anybody from mafia besides in the movies... Damaging dealer network - yes, sel .......
97: Re: Cayin TA-30 question (5.87)
Posted by rdr on 2004-10-06, 16:47:52 (63.159.212.192)
Have you experiemtned with the "Focus" control that Paul adds as a mod? I found that when running my Klipsch RB-5IIs they sound best with the Focus at about 11am, while with non-horn speakers I prefer .......
98: RE: Dispute between Jolida Shanghai and Jolida US?? (5.84)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2010-06-21, 04:26:16 (24.151.57.171)
Actually it is kind of a shame as Jolida along with Cayin and Prima Luna actually had a real importer with service and people there to talk to if you had questions. Some of the Chinese brands lack suc .......
99: Re: Is there any CES coverage of reasonably priced gear? (5.79)
Posted by blackwax@mac.com on 2006-01-16, 23:03:16 (69.155.124.242)
1. Highland Audio - best bugest speaker, they sound dangerously similar to Totems at 1/3rd the price!!! 2. Cayin Audio was displayed. 3. ZU Cable and Speakers had affordable set ups and components 4. .......
100: There indeed is a growing trend... (5.75)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2004-03-24, 09:52:40 (207.140.66.1)
...of high-end components coming out of China, and giving North American and European manufacturers something to think about. I think we are just seeing the start of it with brands such as Shanling, C .......
101: RE: H-fi stores in Hong Kong (5.74)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-04-25, 07:40:55 (67.142.162.26)
While there are Audio shops in Central District they are not always open and seem to cater to the local trade with somewhat high prices for all others.The best places I have found on my many visits t .......
102: It what way does in trounce . . . (5.73)
Posted by J North on 2003-10-31, 10:43:27 (216.66.162.89)
The Unico, Pathos New Classic, Manley Stingray, AVI Lab Series Integrated, Coda Continuum, Bel Canto 2i, SolarHiFi Fusion Integrated, Mcintosh 6500, Plinius 9200 integrated, Simaudio I-5, Cayin A-88T, .......
103: RE: You do know Emotiva is a re-badged ToneWinner TY20 out of China? Not saying it's not a great player (5.58)
Posted by stereo5 on 2011-08-07, 21:19:22 (108.12.223.54)
And the point of this is? Emotiva comes right out and says in their literature that all their products are manufactured in China. There area lot of good Chinese brands. Jolida, Cayin, Prima Luna all c .......
104: plinius room for interpretation (5.58)
Posted by suits_me on 2004-03-02, 13:02:53 (204.170.82.232)
Melos: mel-osh or mel-os or meal-os/osh? Jolida: yo-lida or joe-lida? Cayin: cayenne or kai-in? Bose: blows or blowz? (I don't know proper phonetic whatever you call it.) - This signature is two chann .......
105: Re: https://www.nysound.com/ - lowsy service? ShengYa S-10 OR Cayin 15A (5.55)
Posted by docw on 2005-05-19, 17:00:46 (162.119.232.102)
my friend has the cdp. no problems at all and the nysound guy answers phones. arrived direct from china intact and new. he likes it but after tube rolling, decided to try a sony sacd also then went an .......
106: 1924 Hickok, . . (5.54)
Posted by John PA on 2023-04-08, 12:35:43 (172.56.80.94)
tube tester and a Cayin HR-300MK2 amp. But the tubes in 300MK2 for drivers are from 1942, Valvo 76. So a mix there. :^) For just listening equipment, my preamp uses 1932 Sylvania fine mesh 27 tubes. B .......
107: Bias (5.53)
Posted by DAT on 2004-09-20, 10:53:03 (68.115.204.170)
Just upgraded from an ST-70 to an updated H.H.Scott 208. The one thing I've really missed from the Dynaco is how easy it was to set the bias. I haven't even attempted it yet on the Scott, since the te .......
108: It's OK (5.51)
Posted by driver on 2006-07-05, 13:03:19 (67.62.195.101)
Auditioned the CDP in home for five days or so and it was OK. No complaints about the sound but I didn't like the tray for 2 things: it didn't come out all the way, so you had to slip the end of the C .......
109: Re: Best values in Hi Fi (5.49)
Posted by Alan Breece on 2003-10-17, 08:38:35 (167.176.6.8)
Small PP tube amplifiers.I really like the Cayin TA-30 I have.A real deal. The Madisound speaker kits. Used Totem Mites. Toshiba DVD players at best buy. And knowing what gear is really worth,most of .......
110: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (5.48)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-20, 02:55:38 (81.153.94.20)
:-) ROTL so far, I am yet to hear a tube amp, within the same price range, than can outboogie my sand amp. Now going on a quest to search for the tube amplifier that can outboogie my sand amp is kind .......
111: Re: Listening at low volumes/Big Speakers/ Integrated Advice (5.46)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-15, 10:11:50 (63.159.69.142)
I've not tried it in SE mode yet. I'm using it with my System Audio bookshelfs, which are a little power hungry. The Cayin's 30wpc work fine with the SA's. I've not heard a better amp for three times .......
112: RE: I've had mixed luck with my DIY electronics projects (5.43)
Posted by Gary on 2020-06-15, 12:09:14 (173.77.254.229)
I managed to build two amps from Nelson Pass - the Amp Camp Amp and after that, the First Watt M2X. These were my first and only attempts at DIY. I had to get some help but both got built, and both st .......
113: Re: Tube Amp -who should keep? (5.33)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-09-20, 12:36:50 (12.203.244.69)
I don't know about the Cayin. Some amps have to be biased internally and do require some skill. With the Jolida 202A I owned for about a year there was nothing required beyond the initial biasing. .......
114: Re: Cayin , Cosonance , Shanling , Vincent , which of these Chineese ,,? (5.32)
Posted by morricab on 2004-09-27, 03:57:14 (196.3.50.254)
They are all made in China. All offer good bang for the buck but the top Cayins are considered excellent (I would avoid the earlier gear though as it sounds quite tubby). Vincent has true class A soli .......
115: Re: Cayin TA-30 is it worth it to tube roll the pre's?? (5.31)
Posted by rdr on 2004-10-06, 16:41:18 (63.159.212.192)
If you're looking for a smaller priced sonic improvement you should try replacing just the 12ax7s -- I replaced them with NOS Jan 5751s and have been very satisfied with the dynamics and crispness of .......
116: RE: New cheap China-made hi end - what do you think? (5.28)
Posted by Olde Bulldogge on 2010-04-15, 19:36:59 (24.189.75.175)
Cayin is made in China by Zuhai Spark(sp). Steve at VAS Industries in NJ is their North American distributor. Has anyone on this forum had issues with Steve not taking care of warranty issues? To make .......
117: Re: Listening at low volumes/Big Speakers/ Integrated Advice (5.21)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-15, 08:11:57 (216.111.114.195)
Ah, I happen to know those speakers well. :) Tell you what I'd do. Go to www.2baudio.com and check out the Cayin TA30 integrated amp. It is SO MUCH BETTER than either the NAD's or the Jolida's as to n .......
118: Going out on a limb....but here goes.. (5.20)
Posted by AdamC on 2004-08-22, 17:16:15 (204.60.32.228)
I do not have any experience with some of this gear, but it comes highly praised here on AA. CD player- Arcam CD73. I have one great unit ! $700. Integrated amp from Either Cayin (modified by Paul at .......
119: Cayin TA30 & Prima Luna Prologue One..........,Move Over. (5.20)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-01-18, 16:56:18 (152.163.100.7)
Hi Fellow Lovers of either of these Tube Integrated Amps.: " I was told by a Friend to visit Audiogon's Photo for the CES 2005 Show. Under the Alexis Park Room #1810/ Photo #100 ( Photos 1-100) And th .......
120: nysound caput ? (5.20)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-02-01, 07:25:18 (199.46.198.230)
I noticed that the nysound website is down for a couple of days now and they are not processing at least my order. This is the outfit that brings chinese products at cut rate prices. I want to get the .......
121: Re: Cayin , Cosonance , Shanling , Vincent , which of these Chineese ,,? (5.19)
Posted by Zanth on 2004-09-27, 19:16:46 (69.196.162.158)
I have owned a Shanling CD T-100 for two years now with no problems at all. Build quality is excellent and there are more than a few reviews around the net that back this up. Sound quality is excellen .......
122: If you are considering an integrated amp... (5.15)
Posted by ynot on 2004-06-01, 11:49:59 (209.128.29.254)
I recently purchased the Cayin 265Ai Class A integrated amplifier from Allied TV and Sound in Ontario, Canada. I am driving Paradigm Reference 40 v.2 speakers with subwoofer. When I first hooked it up .......
123: Excellent question, but... (5.13)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2004-09-27, 09:52:11 (207.140.66.1)
...a little premature. These brands have not been established long enough to determine what the reliability and service will be like. Of course, it would be a mistake to lump all Chinese brands into o .......
124: Wave's were a marketing gimmick (5.07)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-04-19, 11:48:14 (12.220.142.9)
as much as anything else. Wow $99 for a Tube amp! I need two since their mono blocks? I need a Wave preamp too? I also have to buy an extra set of IC's to hook the pre and power amps? This cute l .......
125: RE: Audio from switchbox (5.05)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-02-10, 11:31:10 (67.142.162.29)
I currently use a Niles AXP-1 for switching secondary input sources (audio only) with my Cayin MT12a. It does not color the sound, has been trouble free is reasonably priced ($900+ for the Manley see .......
126: Think again (5.03)
Posted by old geezer on 2004-05-09, 23:01:34 (63.206.136.8)
Look at the innards. The cosmetics are a just a gimmick. In Europe folks got wise to it and order the Cayin directly from China at a much lower cost, even after customs duties. Compare these pictures .......
127: RE: There is good Chinese gear, and there is cheap Chinese gear (4.98)
Posted by 4season on 2010-04-16, 11:15:32 (204.131.179.187)
"Could you please give a list of names of good Chinese amps? Those which dont need tuning." DIY Hifi Supply Antique Sound Lab Jolida I haven't fussed with the following, but they ought to be worth a l .......
128: Re: Where to Buy Sony Transport KHM-280AAA (4.97)
Posted by Ken B on 2006-04-01, 09:28:55 (71.83.168.204)
Did not realize you had a Cayin SCD-50T with a Sony transport. Try contacting Sony Direct Accessories and Parts Center 1-800-488-SONY (7669) The hours of operation are as follows: 7:00 am to 9:00 pm M .......
129: RE: REVIEW: DENAFRIPS Pontus II DAC Processors (4.87)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2022-11-28, 13:33:24 (193.37.254.68)
I once had a Gustard R26 DAC, and was not impressed with the sonic presentation..... I prefer the Gustard X26 Pro over it, by a good margin..... That said, I also have a Cayin RU6 computer dongle R2R .......
130: Re: from lo-fi to mid-fi $1-2K,suggestions? (4.83)
Posted by Mitch on 2005-10-11, 18:18:44 (64.253.98.80)
Thanks for the info- I did some (a lot) of checking into the Prima Lina amps,and everything I read was excellent-no half-heart opinions. Everyone seemed to love it.The point to point wiring and tube s .......
131: Re: why do (4.79)
Posted by chgolatin2@yahoo.com on 2007-04-28, 07:57:23 (75.57.182.170)
Yes to some degree you are correct, however, were not buying watches, clothes etc were talking about audio gear with "established" well regarded companies "Jolida, Shanling, Original, Cayin, ming da, .......
132: RE: Room Setup & adding a sub (4.79)
Posted by Jsawyer09 on 2012-08-22, 13:00:33 (168.94.245.8)
That Cayin A-88T is a nice amp. I had the A70-T, and to this day it is still by far one of my favorite integrateds — Tubed or SS. Wonderfully clear, balanced and powerful sound. Anyway, looks like you .......
133: RE: You must have taken lessons in 'how to ask' from Sudz. He never gave any answer either (4.75)
Posted by abs1 on 2015-01-23, 15:35:23 (174.45.216.141)
"That is a racist comment!" DanS, How do you figure that? Are you implying that mentioning the fact that Roger is Asian is somehow racist? Is bringing up the fact that (for example) Cayin electronics .......
134: Re: Cayin TA-30 question (4.75)
Posted by brashgordon on 2004-10-05, 23:26:04 (63.190.67.104)
Roll baby, roll I've had a TA-30 totally "tricked out" by BizzyBee for a year now, and only rolled the 12AU7's and 12AX7's (Mullards)...oddly enough, I bought them from Upscale....one of the "preferre .......
135: It's good the kids are into headphone amps and great cans. (4.67)
Posted by samtellig on 2009-11-22, 06:28:10 (66.159.146.190)
Even some geezers are, too. Especially apartment dewelers. My advice to kids: get a good tubed headphone amp with line stage outputs ... and a good pair of cans (they could be the Audio Technica ATH-A .......
136: RE: Visiting Hong Kong (4.67)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-10-22, 13:21:36 (67.142.162.25)
The building RGA is referring to in Mongkok is: Gran castle Commercial Center, 2T Sai Yeung Choi Street, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong. I have purchased a number of products(ranging from a Cayin MT12a .......
137: RE: 1993 bridge to 2013 - Where to start? :) (4.64)
Posted by dirtyvinyl on 2012-11-27, 18:04:08 (71.107.50.213)
The vibe seems to be split in the asylum, maybe a bit on the "not" side, a few Chinese tube integrateds that get the job done. Cayin, Prima Luna Jolida to name a few. Others can probably come up with .......
138: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (4.53)
Posted by tcain on 2004-09-20, 09:32:59 (66.97.92.75)
>>Name me one air-traffic control system that was replaced with valves based components. ==In the US, the air traffic radar systems were built on valve based systems. They have not yet been replaced. .......
139: Cayin review (4.51)
Posted by gales on 2018-01-17, 17:11:15 (172.218.182.107)
I felt the need to post this review as there is very little subject matter on the net for this product. First of all I am usually not a headphone guy but I had to buy a pair as I do not get enough .......
140: RE: Budget Headphone & Headphone Amp (4.46)
Posted by finnman500@hotmail.com on 2010-09-18, 13:20:03 (99.233.232.134)
Budget means different things to different people. If it is within your budget, I can heartily recommend the CAYIN HA-1A tube headphone amp which can also drive efficient loudspeakers to a reasonable .......
141: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (4.32)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-20, 10:18:52 (81.153.220.63)
>>Name me one air-traffic control system that was replaced with valves based components. ==In the US, the air traffic radar systems were built on valve based systems. They have not yet been replaced. .......
142: Anyone try Tube Audio Design? (4.29)
Posted by Mitch on 2005-10-11, 20:38:04 (64.253.98.80)
I've been looking at the Tube Audio Design TAD-60. It can be used as an integrated (but only one input) but is really a power amp. 60 watts per channel, all tube. The TAD-60 mate is the TAD-150 tube p .......
143: Case in point - Cayin (4.29)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2006-04-12, 10:05:30 (192.231.130.1)
I reviewed an integrated of theirs a few years ago; loved the product, raved about it, and still use it as my reference. At the time "Allied TV and Sound" was the north-american distributor. Over time .......
144: RE: Do step down transformers degrade sound? (4.28)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2017-12-04, 16:48:00 (107.77.225.72)
This post couldn't be more timely for me as I just brought a Triode 100volt amp kit back from Japan. I had figured I would take a chance based on my past experience with a Cayin MT12a amp that I broug .......
145: Is this a scam? (4.26)
Posted by Counting Crows on 2004-02-19, 08:07:44 (67.162.185.3)
We are interested in buying your above mentioned product (Cayin 743D integrated 300B SET amplifier.) at advertised rate of $1,050. Goods to be picked up from your location for onward shipping to Londo .......
146: Humming & popping sounds from loudspeakers............................., (4.24)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2004-12-27, 20:44:57 (152.163.100.7)
Hi All: I come to You in need of advice. For the last several days, My speaker have been making humming sounds upon just idl(e)ing them up. Then it seems like during playback every eight minutes or so .......
147: RE: Really? (4.23)
Posted by Ivan303 on 2018-01-19, 12:31:42 (198.27.242.3)
"Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co., LTD has been established since 1993 under the investment of AVIC INTERNATIONAL ZHUHAI CO., LTD for designing and manufacturing professional HI-FI audio equipmen .......
148: RE: Where is Wes Phillips? (4.18)
Posted by Wes Phillips on 2012-04-30, 15:33:41 (96.246.4.15)
Hi guys, thanks for the good wishes. JA has pretty much caught you up on my current health situation. I'm off antibiotics for the first time since mid-March. My c-diff seems to be under control (finge .......
149: Budget power conditioners: Monster HTS-1000 or other established brands? (4.17)
Posted by machani on 2004-11-13, 14:07:58 (24.87.215.133)
Hi fellow AA inmates, I have a couple of questions regarding budget power conditioners. (I cannot afford PS Audio right now). (1) Is there any any performance advantage/disadvantage of using Monster H .......
150: RE: H-fi stores in Hong Kong (4.13)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-04-25, 14:45:29 (67.142.162.26)
In Hong Kong both China and Russian manufactured tubes are considered inferior quality (I am not sure about the Shuguang "Treasure Series" as I have not been back since they were introduced)and thus .......
151: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (4.11)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-20, 09:22:41 (217.43.10.30)
>>You have rightly noted that the Achilles’ heel of tube amplifiers are the tubes themselves. And on average tubes are not as reliable or resilient as their transistors counterparts. I do not know whe .......
152: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (4.02)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-20, 05:28:21 (81.153.93.176)
RGA, While I empathize with your rather unfortunate experience with a few sand amplifiers. You have rightly noted that the Achilles’ heel of tube amplifiers are the tubes themselves. And on average tu .......
153: Low-level listening... (4.00)
Posted by Fisherdude on 2003-12-15, 19:43:17 (69.47.170.31)
Several of the posts have recommended tube integrateds, so I'm kind of piling on...but here goes: 1. I've listened to the Cayin amp from www.2baudio.com. It is positively beautiful! For a brand new in .......
154: RE: Cayin USA (3.92)
Posted by RGA on 2014-07-04, 20:29:35 (42.2.156.243)
This is the only real issue I have with Chinese products - And I own Line Magnetic, Audio Space, and Antique Sound Labs. First dealers - you have to have them and preferably ones that can do on site r .......
155: Product of the year 2004 (3.89)
Posted by rmihai@hotmail.com on 2005-01-16, 04:54:47 (67.71.121.134)
This is a pool. Please pick and vote your product of the year: Amplifiers/Pre-amplifiers Budget CAMBRIDGE AUDIO Azur 640 A NAD C 320 BEE MICROMEGA A 60 MYRIAD Z 140 THULE AUDIO Spirit IA 60 VINCENT SV .......
156: I have a $189 Oppo (3.89)
Posted by Atexanathome on 2008-07-21, 19:08:27 (162.40.242.143)
If the source is important, how did Wilson fool all the golden ears at CES...with an Ipod?! http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/m.mpl?forum=speakers&n=158212&highlight=wilson+Ipod&r=&session= And how could .......
157: RE: One-make systems? (3.87)
Posted by Merle on 2009-07-17, 12:24:18 (138.64.2.76)
I had the Mira, the Appolo, Rega tuner, P5 turntable,TT-PSU, Exact cartridge and R5 speakers. It really was a very fine music system. I kept it all together for a year or so and then started back, pie .......
158: Re: Does your system make your "bad" recordings easier to listen to? (3.84)
Posted by wd40 on 2004-04-21, 07:53:02 (216.221.38.113)
Somewhere in this post someone comments on owning 3500 CD's and can only recall a few truly bad recordings. I wonder if its the recording itself or the engineer responsible for the recording? Case in .......
159: Digital Source Suggestion? (3.82)
Posted by paneristi on 2005-02-21, 23:49:37 (167.247.219.10)
Dear Friends, I am looking for a CD Player to mate with my system, which consists of: - B&W CDM 1NT speakers - NAD SilverLine S200 power amp - DIY Tube Buffer using Philips 6922 & WBT connection - Sil .......
160: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (3.73)
Posted by RGA on 2004-09-20, 11:18:57 (207.81.75.114)
I am familiar with tube amps over the years - not so with SET. Part of the reason I like the AN Sets is becuase you don't need to bias them. And the DAC's have tube life expectations of 100,000 hours .......
161: Re: The point is .... (3.72)
Posted by TubeAmp on 2005-02-02, 18:58:20 (68.72.21.162)
Wake up, "high-end" audio equipment is not that top "high-tech". There are over 100 audio equipment firms in China. Some of high-end stuff you might never heard or have a chance to hear. The presumpti .......
162: Re: Sharing My Views of Tube Rolling The Cayin Ta30..........,My Quest. (3.72)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-01-01, 21:15:49 (64.12.116.7)
Hi Steven, " You are so correct. As, I've been reading in depth the Tube Asylum for around 5 years now. I've always seen that one being mentioned as one of the best & most refined 12AU7 subs. out ther .......
163: RE: Why buy audio from China. (3.63)
Posted by Ma Teng Fei on 2008-03-22, 16:28:28 (222.65.27.125)
If I was living in the States, the only Chinese brands that I would consider are ones with US distribution, offering after sales warranty support. Forget about buying some second tier company's produc .......
164: I've had a parade of USA and European product, as well as a few Chineese.... (3.62)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2007-08-11, 09:13:22 (4.245.108.25)
I can assure you that the former has had more than its share of junk! And I'm talking about some highly regarded stuff which would be universally denegrated if made in China instead of getting glowing .......
165: Retail vs. grey chinese Hi-Fi quality (3.55)
Posted by Florian O on 2006-04-11, 18:02:06 (85.228.136.159)
Dear all, I have the following question: Is there _really_ any difference producta bought from the retailer vs those from the grey market / direct import that could justify the price difference ? One .......
166: Room Setup & adding a sub (3.47)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2012-08-21, 07:13:01 (173.162.116.209)
I've been in a bit of a conundrum ever since getting my system nearly complete. It sounds fantastic in nearly all instances. NEARLY. It falls short in situations requiring strong low end. Acoustic .......
167: Re: Which should i replace first- cdp or amp? tubed or solid state? (3.43)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-05-30, 11:22:51 (12.220.142.9)
Your speakers probably arn't the weak link. I've never heard the Ascend Acoustic speakers but from what I have gathered by professional reviews and online feedback they compete quite well with speake .......
168: Re: This is a chinese tube CD made by? (3.43)
Posted by morricab on 2006-06-19, 07:48:59 (196.3.50.254)
Have you tried out the Cayin CDT-17a? It is quite good and can be had for around 750 euros. The only problem I have with it is that it is a bit dynamically soft. I notice this with nearly all the 1bit .......
169: It's all over the map (3.40)
Posted by nightdoggy on 2007-08-11, 17:40:02 (69.87.204.117)
I don't have a problem with China sourced stuff. I do try to buy American when I can, even if I have to pay more. I spent time in China and the people were very friendly and polite to me. Hey they hav .......
170: Re: (4) Pics for My Lunatic Friends. (nna) (3.40)
Posted by SCEvans on 2004-03-03, 18:31:02 (205.188.208.9)
Hi Chris. Good guess, but they're Mapleshade-like solid core wires I put together at home, due to be upgraded at some point. BTW, I should have mentioned what I've got here: Cayin TA-30 amp, Hagerman .......
171: Sophia Electric Massachusetts Audition Session Update. (3.40)
Posted by Art V on 2004-12-27, 08:24:47 (64.115.94.133)
Hi, Although there were a few last minute cancellations a couple of folks did attend the session at my house in Lancaster Mass. First up was an upgraded model of the EL 34 intergrated. All agreed that .......
172: me too (3.39)
Posted by Audiopath49 on 2006-12-21, 01:59:22 (24.71.208.124)
I have spent too much on my current upgrade to eliminate sibilance issues which go away with very well recorded CDs or music without HF content like the cable TV music (same with the radio) that I am .......
173: Sharing My Views of Tube Rolling The Cayin Ta30..........,My Quest. (3.31)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-01-01, 11:56:15 (152.163.100.7)
Hi All, " As You may all know?, I love this Amp. And, have been able to assist others with info. on various Tubes. My story is long over due. Yet, I feel it one of importance. I recieved My Cayin TA30 .......
174: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (3.27)
Posted by theaudiohobby on 2004-09-20, 11:54:29 (81.153.220.63)
** I am familiar with tube amps over the years - not so with SET. Part of the reason I like the AN Sets is becuase you don't need to bias them. And the DAC's have tube life expectations of 100,000 hou .......
175: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (3.23)
Posted by tcain on 2004-09-20, 08:41:22 (66.97.92.75)
>>You have rightly noted that the Achilles’ heel of tube amplifiers are the tubes themselves. And on average tubes are not as reliable or resilient as their transistors counterparts. I do not kn .......
176: Strange Results with Rega Planet -long tiring quest for better sound (3.18)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-09-03, 07:54:58 (202.88.178.66)
Earlier in my post I have mentioned that I was having NAD C320BEE driving Dynaudio Audience 42 with a cheap sony DVD player as source . IC is The Second of Van Den Hul and the speaker wire is Magnum H .......
177: Mostly agree (3.14)
Posted by Pjay on 2007-05-14, 17:49:31 (68.100.62.19)
I did not get out much this time as I had to man the Listening and Measurements room. I also often only got a short listen to most rooms so don't take my opinion as gospel. Overall, this venue was a l .......
178: You sound evdient, but not….. (3.09)
Posted by tubedude on 2006-04-18, 06:33:13 (135.245.8.33)
The NYsound lists many Chinese audio and photo products, here are some audio manufactures in their list these are the origional post was ask: AUDIO SPACE BADA CAYIN CLASSIC DUSSUN (KORSUN) ESOUND .......
179: I Went to a Hi-Fi Show Today (3.04)
Posted by 3Fates on 2006-05-06, 18:22:52 (24.193.169.164)
I attended the Vacuum Tube Valley Audio Show in Piscataway, New Jersey today and had a surprisingly nice time. Lots of rooms filled with interesting gear. Think of a Home Entertainment Show without th .......
180: Maybe I agree . . . (2.96)
Posted by Pjay on 2007-05-16, 05:22:38 (192.254.30.2)
The past couple of years there were 100s of posts after a show like this. This year this site is pretty dead and I thought the show was great and well attended. Two years ago BigAndy taught me some ne .......
181: Tried the HD-14 Speaker Wire (2.90)
Posted by maabx on 2004-11-21, 16:50:13 (68.61.156.29)
I had to do it. So I purchased the 25' length and made a 6' cable to try using RS gold plated spades. Black to positive and white to negative with green disconnected. My system: JBL S310 II speakers; .......
182: Re: Tube Amps. Never Heard Of A Cayin, But: (2.79)
Posted by RGA on 2004-09-20, 11:41:28 (207.81.75.114)
The reason a lot of things are changed is due to cost not performance. Certain things don't require tubes - who cares if it's a toaster i want it to make toast. Sound is different and so too is pictur .......
183: RE: Build a $7500 system. (2.51)
Posted by geezerrocket on 2014-12-10, 11:34:20 (206.188.229.200)
$7,500 is a very workable budget and will get you a really, really nice system. With that, here's how I would spend your money. For speakers I would choose the Golden Ear Trit .......
184: I think you need a correction partner (2.35)
Posted by Kevin Deal on 2005-01-18, 22:41:49 (4.47.28.119)
I have never denied what factory assembles the amp. You have now stated twice that I have and I prefer you don't do it three times. Do you know who makes parts for Classe? Boards for ARC? Primare DVD .......
185: Integrated search -- first pass (long) (2.22)
Posted by dest on 2004-01-14, 21:00:27 (207.95.235.217)
Background: My wife and I have twins on the way in addition to the 2 year old we already have. It's become necessary to combine my stereo setup and my home theater into one room to make room for a toy .......
186: Re: Versions of Sade (2.17)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2006-01-11, 17:40:32 (152.163.100.7)
Hi again Kevin. Bill and G Squared: First off regarding the wife issue, my wife of 30 years has always been very supportive of my hobby and has in fact paid for my last Well Tempered Classic turntable .......
187: a few pictures from HE2007 (2.08)
Posted by Rob Doorack on 2007-05-12, 22:32:46 (71.234.50.213)
If there was a theme for HE2007, it seemed to be alcohol. People waiting in line for the Cinepro demo were offered vodka and orange juice. I heard that KEF had a model / bartender making martinis for .......
188: Popular searches... (2.03)
Posted by musetap on 2011-12-16, 22:33:39 (71.141.226.214)
Audiogon is transitioning to a more searchable system and now sports a "popular searches"section to just click on a specific brand name. I'd imagine they've researched and documented this over the ye .......
189: RE: Remembering some past systems (1.94)
Posted by DKL on 2016-07-19, 21:01:10 (50.88.88.56)
My first system was purchased in 1979 in Lafayette, LA: JVC 35 wpc receiver with equalizer Cizek Model 1 speakers that was it - not even a turntable! Within just a few weeks I took advantage of the st .......
190: Re: RMAF05 impressions (1.75)
Posted by GenX on 2005-10-03, 17:29:38 (71.131.190.230)
I was astonished. This was my first show and was left with lingering questions...am I deaf? Is this practice of listening to audio truely THAT subjective? IMHO there were a couple of great rooms, a fe .......
191: The week-end Haute-Fidélité in Paris (1.65)
Posted by Nicolas J. on 2002-10-28, 04:28:22 (62.147.137.138)
The week-end Haute-Fidélité in Paris There has been many reviews of this show in french forums. Here, I'll try to sum up as completely as possible the general impressions : Halcro m58 + Apertura Doubl .......
192: REVIEW: ATC SCM 11v2 Speakers (1.65)
Posted by lochrider on 2014-12-06, 08:22:42 (24.179.241.79)
Model: SCM 11v2 Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $2199.00 Description: Acoustic Suspension Two-Way Monitor Manufacturer URL: ATC Model Picture: View Review by lochrider on .......
193: Comments on HE2007 (1.27)
Posted by bondmanp on 2007-05-14, 13:33:39 (199.67.140.83)
This was my fourth (?) show in NYC. I really enjoy the HE shows, like a kid in a candy shop. Here are some thoughts I'd like to share - comments welcome, of course. Venue: I like the Hilton since it's .......
194: TRELJA & Friends in New York, 2007 (1.26)
Posted by Trelja on 2007-05-12, 08:45:56 (69.136.198.110)
It’s hard for me to believe, but these annual audio shows in the past tense are really piling up. Not really sure how the time goes by so fast, but it does. With that, I submit to everyone our 2007 ed .......
Found 200 records in Amp/Preamp Asylum.
1: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (11.20)
Posted by catama on 2012-06-24, 16:34:41 (69.42.25.96)
I have the Cayin A88-T and the PrimaLuna Prologue 1. Both are excellent tube integrateds and both have marvelous sound. To my ears, the Cayin is better. The Cayin has to be biased, the PrimaLuna does .......
2: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (11.20)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2012-01-16, 04:44:30 (121.54.29.21)
I have a Cayin A-50T. I have not heard a Primaluna but it's got good reviews. The Primaluna is higher priced than the Cayin. If your speakers are not hard to drive, the Cayin would work very fine. :: .......
3: RE: Cayin (9.83)
Posted by waterfall on 2017-06-27, 07:07:55 (76.113.135.172)
Cayin still has gear on their website. But have VAS only listed as a place to buy in the USA. Although I find a couple of dealers on the internet listing Cayin. I guess if Cayin gave the schematic the .......
4: RE: tube integrated with phono - rogue cronus /cayin A-55tp / others? (9.72)
Posted by adaug on 2013-01-23, 07:23:27 (75.34.24.142)
i appreciate that point. and i can buy the rogue right here in town, vs mail order for the cayin. on the other hand the cayin has switcahble amp modes (triode etc) and is about $600-700 chaaper. look .......
5: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (9.55)
Posted by samzx12 on 2012-01-16, 07:20:18 (12.181.204.36)
I wouldn't hesitate with either. Personally I would lean to the Cayin. I have owned a Cayin product and they are built like a tank. .......
6: Re: Cayin MT-35 (9.38)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-09-28, 20:35:10 (202.88.178.66)
Have you got Cayin MT-35 with you? How long you have been hearing? Has it only three preamp tubes unlike four in Cayin TA-30? Is the baising need similar to that in Cayin TA-30? can you describe its s .......
7: Re: Canadian Dealers for Primaluna/Cayin/HIT Audio Amps (9.16)
Posted by notop on 2005-03-04, 10:43:06 (161.184.50.169)
Loyalty Sound (Calgary) is the Cayin distributor for Canada, or so they tell me. They have a good stock of Cayin product. Bill. .......
8: I ultimately didn't care for the 502brc either... (9.00)
Posted by VynylTap on 2010-03-24, 07:42:10 (67.197.172.249)
I think you'd be much better off with a used Rogue or, better yet, a used Cayin. I've owned two Cayin amps (A88t/A70T), a Rogue (Cronus), and the Jolida (502brc). The Cayin's are the best sounding to .......
9: Cayin A-88T (8.95)
Posted by waterfall on 2017-06-26, 10:10:18 (76.113.135.172)
Hey Cayin owners. I heard a rumor that Cayin was sold after the manufacture of the original A-88T. Then supposedly the later versions MKII and MKIII are simply knock offs, and don't sound as good as t .......
10: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (8.95)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2012-01-16, 08:41:57 (71.142.229.23)
I presently own a Primaluna 1, and a 3/5 combo, as well as the Cayin A100T. The Primaluna's are well built and dependable. They sound good but lack a bit (3/5) or a lot (1) of resolution. The Cayin's .......
11: RE: Cayin sales (8.93)
Posted by M3 lover on 2017-06-27, 11:20:25 (108.216.110.30)
I see Elusive Disc sells a number of Cayin models. This should be reassuring. .......
12: Re: Cayin (8.93)
Posted by ss on 2004-01-06, 03:01:51 (202.56.229.227)
Why don't you try the Cayin. I've heard the TA30 and the sound is fabulous; rich midrange, tight bass, good detailing and texture - for about $750. There's also a higher model - which I haven't heard .......
13: Cayin MT-35 (8.92)
Posted by binoymehra on 2004-09-27, 20:32:56 (202.88.178.66)
Anybody aware of Cayin MT-35/ How is it different from Cayin TA-30? Is it a newer model for some markets? .......
14: question for Merle (8.76)
Posted by Chuck on 2004-04-23, 10:04:57 (129.237.61.31)
A while back you posted a note saying that, having owned both the Cayin TA-30 and the C-J CAV-50, you preferred the Cayin. Could you please let me know (by either private email or reply here) what asp .......
15: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (8.75)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-06-29, 13:27:03 (73.78.200.105)
Hi Gary - I looked at the specs for your Cayin which may be a little under powered for my speakers compared to the Rogue. It looks like Cayin has another model with more power which may be better sui .......
16: RE: Anyone heard any of these integrated amps. Xindak XA6950, Cayin S200, Shanling A3000 Tube-Hybrid Integrate (8.74)
Posted by ynot on 2010-05-18, 10:02:59 (209.128.8.50)
The Cayin S-200 is class A/B. Cayin 265Ai is class A at 40 wpc. .......
17: RE: How did you make the CATIC connection ?? (8.70)
Posted by Andy43 on 2020-06-30, 10:02:47 (65.19.45.130)
It is not too hard to figure these things out if you are interested. Most people aren't or at least can find some way of making it a nonissue. Here is a link to a review of a Cayin unit that makes the .......
18: Re: Canadian Dealers for Primaluna/Cayin/HIT Audio Amps (8.47)
Posted by notop on 2005-03-05, 06:10:34 (24.71.223.142)
I have purchased a lot of components from them including a Cayin A-50T integrated. Prices have always been fair IMHO. No affiliation. Bill. BTW the Cayin A-50T is outrageously good for the money. ::: .......
19: RE: Is Cayin JUST GONE? (8.42)
Posted by datman on 2013-09-30, 09:16:58 (99.113.130.157)
They are now being imported/distributed by USA Tube Audio. .......
20: Re: Who sells Cayin? (8.40)
Posted by DRJJP on 2006-03-23, 17:45:42 (68.39.251.52)
I received an email for Cayin amps. Here is the pertinent end of it. you can come visit my store. my phone# 732-888-3288 or you can visit Cayin factory web-site at www.sparkaudio.com for more info.... .......
21: Cayin TA-30 vs. Sophia El34 (8.37)
Posted by joefosho315 on 2007-07-28, 18:57:07 (24.16.78.92)
Hey guys, I've never had the opportunity to own any tube equipment before. Thus with my recent Von VR-1 bookshelfs, I am thinking of purchasing an entry level tube integrated. Does anybody have experi .......
22: Cayin A88 (8.33)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-05-02, 20:00:42 (68.108.232.40)
My first post here. Difficult to register. Anyway I'm hoping to get the Cayin A88. I heard the A88's brother, the B300 Cayin and blew me away. But as I have power hunger speakers I need the big KT88 t .......
23: Re: Cayin A88 (8.25)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-05-06, 17:45:28 (68.108.232.40)
A Not sure of the impedance, I know the Thors are like 87 db. The Cayin pre offers 4 tubes the Jadis only 2 There is a topic right now on audiogon about trying to by pass the Jadis's pre, which is dif .......
24: CAYIN tube amp models Any good? Conrad Johnson MV60 or CAyin 860 (8.16)
Posted by dhali777 on 2003-12-18, 04:20:01 (24.42.112.213)
WHile searching for tube amps. I came across some very reasonably priced amps, CAYIN think they are chinese made. THe model 860 monoblocks, costs about $2000. Has 70w/ch in ultralinear and 38w/ch in l .......
25: Who does service on Cayin gear? (8.08)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2015-08-20, 14:12:10 (98.145.163.72)
Anyone know a place that works on Cayin? .......
26: Cayin A-88T (8.00)
Posted by dtyoshih on 2008-08-01, 13:20:33 (161.149.63.107)
I'm new to tubes but am intrigued by the more musical qualities compared with solid state. As my first tube product, I was considering the Cayin A-88T integrated unit but am a little confused whether .......
27: Re: Cayin A50T Vs. Prima Luna One (7.98)
Posted by saki70 on 2006-11-15, 16:31:03 (24.92.181.32)
I don't know if this will help ! I have the Cayin A88T and the Prologue 2 , not so very different from what you are asking about . The Prologue 2 has better extension , detail , clarity , resolution a .......
28: Any competition for the Cayin A-50T (7.95)
Posted by Tweaker456 on 2012-07-27, 13:55:42 (207.62.246.90)
At or below the Cayin's price. Must have remote. Thanks, Tweaker .......
29: Am I hearing things all wrong? (7.95)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2008-02-05, 08:09:32 (198.161.238.18)
First off...my system: I have a SimAudio Moom I-3 Integrated and a Cayin A50T tube Integrated. I just got the Cayin not too long ago and have it connected to a laptop with an EMU 0202 and an Arcam CD7 .......
30: Cayin - Spark Audio ... Same company? (7.95)
Posted by Champion on 2004-01-06, 11:46:09 (202.12.105.6)
Does anyone know if Cayin and Spark Audio are the same company? They have the same products ... http://www.sparkaudio.com/ecp01.asp?n=1 http://www.cayin.com .......
31: I chose Cayin TA-30 over many well-regarded integrated. (7.94)
Posted by harry on 2005-05-22, 06:46:38 (68.41.6.35)
I've auditioned many integrated amps last month (including Unico, Complete, NAD, etc.), and chose Cayin TA-30 (modified). Cayin was the most musically satisfying amp. It is driving Magnepan MMG withou .......
32: RE: Looking to get a Cayin integrated (7.91)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2011-12-10, 21:31:59 (121.54.29.21)
I'm using a modified Cayin A-50T. Great for bookshelf speakers. .......
33: RE: Cayin 265ai with Vienna Acoustics Mozarts (7.90)
Posted by SgreenP@MSN.com on 2014-02-07, 10:42:29 (24.251.103.1)
Personally, I would use something better than Cayin .......
34: RE: Cayin 265ai with Vienna Acoustics Mozarts (7.90)
Posted by triamp on 2014-02-09, 02:13:55 (98.206.38.89)
SgreenP have you actually HEARD the Cayin? .......
35: Re: CAYIN tube amp models Any good? Conrad Johnson MV60 or CAyin 860 (7.90)
Posted by aaird on 2003-12-18, 19:30:01 (206.162.192.39)
Cayin tube products are reputed to be very very good for the money. I remember someone recently who raved about one that he found on Audiogon for around $600 and it had such things as point-to-point w .......
36: Cayin or other preamps (7.83)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2007-12-09, 13:30:19 (70.72.229.232)
Anyone have any experience with Cayin tubed preamps? I'm looking at the sc-6l. Basically looking for a tubed preamp to add some warmth to my system instead of buying a tube buffer (the grant fidelity .......
37: RE: How much ventilation do I need around my new Cayin A-88t? (pic) (7.83)
Posted by Kclone on 2009-08-23, 14:38:14 (173.28.15.101)
I'm going from Tube to solid state. I have the Cayin KT88 but I changed it to the Tung-Sol 6550. Yes, this is a hell of an amp for the money. I have the Sim Audio Moon W-7 on the way. It will be inter .......
38: RE: Cayin 265ai with Vienna Acoustics Mozarts (7.83)
Posted by triamp on 2014-02-09, 02:12:52 (98.206.38.89)
The Cayin is class A. Very well designed and built. Class A amps generally have no problem driving difficult loads. The Cayin has been tested to deliver 40 watts / channel into 4 ohms. Since it's a cl .......
39: Prototype? Looks like the Cayin TA-30 (7.79)
Posted by Budrew on 2004-05-11, 20:03:21 (66.32.188.21)
With minor cosmetic mods. And isn't the Cayin cheaper? .......
40: RE: tube integrated with phono - rogue cronus /cayin A-55tp / others? (7.79)
Posted by adaug on 2013-01-22, 18:29:16 (75.34.24.142)
thanks abe. anyone have any input on the cayin? regards .......
41: WOW!!!! Look at this. Any owner out there? (7.79)
Posted by Henry5 on 2005-03-20, 05:45:28 (70.80.86.182)
A friend of mine sent me the link below. This amp is beating classics such as Audio Research, Conrad Johnson and Cary in many European reviews (German, Italian). Do you know someone who could share it .......
42: Cayin (7.77)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2015-07-29, 16:59:35 (98.145.163.72)
I had a Cayin EL34 integrated that was a thing of beauty. Really nice parts and construction, sounded very good as well. .......
43: Re: Primaluna in Canada (7.73)
Posted by machani on 2005-01-21, 00:33:52 (24.87.215.133)
I bought my Cayin TA-30 from a Canadian dealer: www.alliedtvandsound.com who are located in Ontario. They are the authorized Canadian Cayin dealer and were very easy and pleasant to deal with. The shi .......
44: RE: If you had about 1500 to buy an integrated: used Mac 6450 or Creek Evo 5350? (7.72)
Posted by Capt. Z on 2010-05-14, 08:42:00 (76.5.178.93)
Since you're in Germany, how about some Cayin amps? The are usually pretty good deal for the money. I almost bought myself a Cayin CD player when I lived in Solingen. .......
45: Re: Cayin A88 (7.71)
Posted by Firehorse on 2006-05-02, 20:33:58 (202.156.6.68)
Please refer to the latest review in 6 moons (http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/cayin/a88t.html). I have a Spark A88T (Cayin) for more than a year, listening is mostly done in the pre-in (McCormack T .......
46: Re: Cayin TA30 (7.71)
Posted by Merle on 2004-03-26, 05:55:43 (216.111.114.195)
Both the Cayin and the Jolida's are push/pull amps. Either would provide more than enough juice to drive the Klipsch speakers. .......
47: Re: Solid State Class A (7.67)
Posted by dsc on 2006-10-02, 04:05:39 (24.11.153.182)
The two that I've read the most about are by Cayin and Sugden. The Cayin seems the better value at $1,500 but, if there are others, new or used, that you would recommend in this price range, please le .......
48: RE: Cayin Integrated Amp for jazz fusion lover? (7.67)
Posted by vinylmeister on 2009-09-21, 10:51:10 (92.105.52.93)
I did own a Cayin in past and the KT88 does vocals fantastically and addictive .......
49: Re: Anyone compared the new Cayin tube amps (Accoustic Sounds) with the new PrimaLunas (Upscale Audio)? nt (7.67)
Posted by amarok on 2005-08-27, 09:35:54 (209.150.89.225)
The new Cayin amps also have the advantage of running in triode mode or ultralinear...(the Primalunas do not)...how this actually works out in terms of sound and listening, I don't know, but may be an .......
50: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi (7.67)
Posted by DKL on 2020-06-30, 13:54:42 (155.95.87.13)
Never owned a tubed Cayin, but I did own their Class A integrated amp around 15 years ago. It was "built like a tank" and was a pretty decent performer. .......
51: Cayin A-88T (7.65)
Posted by Garf on 2004-09-27, 03:13:57 (212.243.58.18)
Does anybody have schematics of Cayin a-88T ? tnks .......
52: Cayin amps (7.63)
Posted by Tarzan on 2005-10-16, 10:48:25 (81.86.161.102)
Hi inmates,does anybody know if Cayin amps are available in the UK,thanks. .......
53: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (7.63)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-06-29, 12:29:57 (73.78.200.105)
Gary - I've had my Cronus Magnum with KT-120's for a number of years now. I also have a SS Yamaha integrated amp. I love 'em both but I'd really like to know how your Cayin compares to the Rogue Cronu .......
54: Re: Primaluna in Canada (7.60)
Posted by Jump on 2005-01-20, 19:03:12 (66.48.159.5)
Thanks for the info. I guess that I can go back to looking at the Cayin, Hit Audio(modified Cayin) and Shanling, all of which are represented in the Toronto area. .......
55: RE: Cayin 265ai with Vienna Acoustics Mozarts (7.55)
Posted by fantja on 2014-02-07, 11:40:37 (74.197.223.19)
If you do not own the Cayin yet, check out Vincent Audio. Very nice match w/ any VA speaker model. .......
56: Re: Cayin "Dilemma-Luna I & II" VS PrimaLuna (7.55)
Posted by machani on 2005-01-29, 19:30:35 (24.86.112.228)
Bizzy Bee website says it has a new integrated coming out mid 2005. I'm not sure whether it is to be Cayin-based. The TA-35 was supposed to replace the TA-30, but I'm not sure it will be available any .......
57: Re: Cayin A88 (7.48)
Posted by Mandarinus on 2006-05-10, 13:28:58 (84.53.73.192)
I have had the Ki88 integrated valve amp for two years now, and am very pleased with it -- best amp I have heard so far in my own home. Recently I bought an Audio Aero Prestige (SA)CD player which is .......
58: Re: Cayin-AT88 vs Naim Nait 5i vs Rega Mira3 v Jadis Orchestra SE (7.46)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-26, 09:38:51 (68.108.232.40)
Zach I own a Jadis Orch Refer. have not heard the highly regarded Cayin 88, nor the other 2. I Do not know your speaker. The jadis amp offers the KT90 tube , which in my limited experience I prefer vs .......
59: Cayin Equipment in Bejing - 220v ~ 240V (7.46)
Posted by rudymcdunn on 2008-02-05, 23:28:53 (218.249.118.61)
Hi Team, I have purchased some great Cayin gear whilst living here in Beijing and now face the fact of returning to Australia with some impending issues.... I am looking for some links and / or assist .......
60: Cayin A100T amplifier 6cg7 tube replacement (7.43)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2009-10-21, 21:04:47 (4.245.109.36)
My Cayin came with a Cayin badged 6cg7 but upon close inspection the tube revealed itself to be a Chinese 6N6 tube which doesn't look like other 6CG7's I have nor does it sound like them either. I won .......
61: Cayin 265ai and voltage? (7.43)
Posted by DHW on 2006-01-14, 23:30:08 (70.22.201.7)
I'm considering purchasing the Cayin 265ai and was wondering if anyone could tell me whether or not these ship adapted to US wall socket voltages or if you need a converter. Thanks! .......
62: Re: Anybody move from NAD integrated to Jolida? (7.41)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-12, 06:53:25 (216.111.114.195)
I went from a C370 to a Cayin TA30. If you are considering changing to a tube amp, please forget the Jolida's and look at the Cayin TA30. At $500, new, it pretty much stomps both the NAD and the Jolid .......
63: I'd say look at a Manley Stingray or the Cayin A-88t I mention above... (7.40)
Posted by VynylTap on 2009-08-22, 12:12:57 (67.197.172.249)
My listening is pretty much in line with yours and I just love the Cayin A-88t coupled with my Usher speakers. It rocks when I need to rock (be it Iron Maiden or Fleetwood Mac) and does an incredible .......
64: Re: Cayin 265Ai review, for all those who asked [nt] (7.38)
Posted by Pinkus on 2004-03-20, 20:37:43 (68.56.99.136)
"I preferred the Cayin by a wide margin." Rarely have I heard any reviewer make such a definitve statement when comparing products. Thanks .......
65: Re: Help me choose between Cayin 265ai and Shanling SLM-A40.2 Integrateds . . . (7.38)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2003-11-03, 09:14:54 (207.140.66.1)
I am working on a review of the Cayin as we speak, and am considering a review of the Shanling. The one confusing bit of information I did notice, is that the Shanling's power consumption is rated at .......
66: RE: Cayin Integrated Amp for jazz fusion lover? (7.37)
Posted by afg on 2009-09-22, 03:57:59 (219.64.40.50)
I have the Cayin A88T and it sounds excellent with Jazz and vocals. Very sweet but yet detailed. .......
67: Cayin ~ further information or leads (7.37)
Posted by rudymcdunn on 2008-02-07, 16:24:47 (218.249.118.61)
Thanks, I will be seeing Cayin representatives as soon as I can... I was more searching for those out there that had similar experiences of uses step up or step down transformers and the quality of s .......
68: B&W Sig 805s (7.32)
Posted by enzo on 2004-06-18, 14:28:27 (64.114.216.253)
and a Marantz SA-14 in front. Tried the Pannie 25 with a cryo-ed adapter and $1200 PC to no avail...but the 805 tweeters do "reveal all" - good or bad. The Cayin is magical in the high end, with nice .......
69: RE: Marantz 2270 Preamp/Tuner (7.31)
Posted by realistico on 2011-11-05, 15:34:39 (141.154.111.47)
Step 1) Look on back of Marantz 2270, Locate rca jacks labeled "Main In" and "Pre Out". Step 2) Remove Jumpers connecting the "Main in" and "Pre Out" rca jacks. Step 3) Take a pair of interconnect cab .......
70: Re: Cayin A88 (7.31)
Posted by afg on 2006-05-04, 21:10:11 (203.197.43.50)
Paul, I have'nt tried the pre-in option so I can't comment. Why don't you try the Jadis' pre with the Cayin if possible and see which sounds better? What is the impedance curve and efficiency of the T .......
71: Remote (7.27)
Posted by RodneyGreene on 2004-12-31, 16:11:32 (69.115.17.68)
I was just about to ask about a remote too. How much extra, if possible, would it be to custom add a motorized remote to the One model? Also, are you saying that the chasis is made by Cayin, or does s .......
72: RE: Neither (7.27)
Posted by woofersus on 2011-06-22, 11:46:05 (107.8.50.219)
I've heard that too, but cannot verify. I also read in a 6moons review that Cayin was actually designed in Germany as well. The factory where spark/cayin/etc. is built is government owned and manufact .......
73: btw, paul's new Cayin will be called the Delema-Luna (7.26)
Posted by peterK on 2005-01-21, 21:47:28 (69.115.17.68)
"New 2005 TAD-35 integrated (the Delema-Luna) coming May-June" http://www.angelfire.com/biz/bizzyb/cayinusa.html I was going to get the old Cayin, but it was out of stock. I mainly got the PrimaLuna 1 .......
74: Re: Heard that Caiyin (7.26)
Posted by vad69 on 2006-05-24, 18:24:15 (198.95.226.224)
i found this cayin preamp: http://www.thetunerguy.com/pics/CAYIN-170-PRE.JPG but not much info on it unfortunately. wander how it stacks up against Van Alstine, NAD, and Adcom. .......
75: RE: Looking to get a Cayin integrated (7.21)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2011-12-11, 07:00:48 (121.54.29.21)
I tried the Cayin A-50T with Paradigm Atom, PSB Image B4, even with a Harbeth C7 and VA Mozart. Found the amp suitable for bookshelf speakers. .......
76: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (7.18)
Posted by LouGiants on 2020-07-01, 17:06:31 (70.125.37.51)
You're welcome, Abe. Yeah, I think the CS55A would be under powered for you as well - although Cayin does have some higher powered amps in their lineup. Are you looking to part ways with Rogue CM? : .......
77: (Cayin) Rolling tube time ? (7.18)
Posted by jazzwave on 2011-05-24, 22:07:52 (212.77.203.76)
Curently I'm using Int amp Cayin A-70 withg Two 12AX7EHs and two 12AU7EHs (Electro Harmonix) for preamp and 4x KT-88 (Cayin stock valve/Shuguang?) to feed Spendor S3/5R. After 2 nice year, This time .......
78: Cayin A88-T or TI-88 (7.17)
Posted by rmihai@hotmail.com on 2005-08-23, 13:34:47 (205.207.128.254)
just came from a vacation in Europe where I had the chance to listen to a Cayin TI-88 (the same with A88-T). The dealer was very nice (in Munich) and we stayed for about 4 hours keep trying different .......
79: Here's the link . . . (7.17)
Posted by LoudandClear on 2004-09-27, 22:43:44 (207.81.51.146)
. .......
80: Re: Cayin A50T Vs. Prima Luna One (7.17)
Posted by pilot232 on 2006-11-10, 16:22:28 (68.245.20.10)
The Cayin A50T can be operated either in pentode or triode via the remote, which might be an advantage for some users. Unfortunately, i haven't heard either of these integrated amps so I am also inter .......
81: Re: Who has heard the Cayin Class A integrated? (7.13)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2006-11-15, 06:51:39 (71.35.58.96)
Thanks. Did you ever have a chance to compare it to the Cayin tube stuff? I had a Musical Fidelity A1 class A amp 20 years ago and it was incredible. Also, unfortunately, very unreliable. ::: TOPIC:: .......
82: Re: Canadian Dealers for Primaluna/Cayin/HIT Audio Amps (7.13)
Posted by kwoksun on 2005-03-04, 14:53:13 (204.50.7.200)
Do you know how much are they (Loyalty Sound) selling Cayin MT35 and A88T (or their equivalents, I lost track of the different model names). Are their prices reasonable? Any buyer experience? ::: TOPI .......
83: RE: Doesn't like the ability to switch from Triode to Pentode/Ultralinear (7.10)
Posted by DJ-Pir on 2012-06-22, 07:08:44 (145.48.200.130)
Guys, Remember that all Primaluna gear IS Cayin :-) . . . . Just with some modifications . . The Cayin TA35S was discontinued as a model because the design went into a next life as PrimaLuna. ::: TOPI .......
84: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (7.08)
Posted by jedrider on 2012-01-15, 20:20:58 (76.126.158.102)
On paper, I just did! Not having heard them, of course, I don't know. However, I will note this: 1. The Cayin with modern remote and controls, could be a source of unreliability and not the best sound .......
85: Cayin vs. Quicksilver. (7.07)
Posted by oymo on 2004-04-08, 13:49:54 (128.222.32.10)
Thanks to everyone that responded to my earlier post regarding amps for $800 or so. I was wondering if anyone had any comments on the follwing: Quicksilver M60's vs. Quicksilver Mini Monos vs. Cayin T .......
86: Cayin 265ai with Vienna Acoustics Mozarts (7.07)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2013-08-28, 07:34:38 (121.54.29.21)
Do you think a Cayin 265ai with 40 watts of Class A would comfortably drive a pair of VA Mozarts which are 4ohm, 90db? .......
87: RE: New KT88 amp (7.06)
Posted by jazzwave on 2009-10-08, 18:47:14 (138.32.236.2)
Jottow2@yahoo.com, Congratulation for new KT88 amp. I'm using Cayin A70T (auto bias) with quad stock KT88 (cayin/shuguang?)tube KT88, so far I love it. Well, bacause it's auto bias amp , I want try EL .......
88: Re: Cayin "Dilemma-Luna I & II" VS PrimaLuna (7.06)
Posted by TubeAmp on 2005-01-28, 06:46:41 (192.11.222.118)
how about other guy? Sure, he is "professional" if you agree "$$$$ = professional": bought out TA-30 there and cut off Cayin line, put the crapy "IC board" on TA-30 for "bias" to claim the amp was ori .......
89: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (7.05)
Posted by LouGiants on 2020-06-30, 17:08:00 (70.125.37.51)
Hi Abe - I have experience auditioning both the Rogue CM II (which I currently own) and the Cayin CS55A. At the dealership I heard both connected to Magnapan 1.7 (that's right Maggies), source was Vau .......
90: properties of Class A or Class A/B design ? (7.04)
Posted by Mike FL on 2008-05-14, 15:59:14 (74.56.197.76)
I'm surprised nobody mentioned amplifier class as possible reason for fast/slow impression. I've never owned a tube amplifier so I can't comment on that but I've owned a NAD C370 then a Portal Panache .......
91: Re: Had a revelation recently in this matter... (7.02)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2004-07-21, 09:26:39 (207.140.66.1)
That is a very dangerous and simplistic summation of my review. You have to realize that that are limitations to the conclusion that can be drawn on any review. The Cayin was directly compared only to .......
92: Re: Finding an integrated to match TOTEM STTAFS (7.01)
Posted by LoudandClear on 2004-06-05, 16:18:31 (66.183.212.203)
Consider the Cayin 265ai integrated. There's a couple outlets selling it in the US. Check audiogon. Nice review here: .......
93: RE: Anyone heard any of these integrated amps. Xindak XA6950, Cayin S200, Shanling A3000 Tube-Hybrid Integrate (6.98)
Posted by DanWilson on 2007-09-16, 03:57:16 (205.188.116.141)
Sherod thanks for responding. The Cayin S200 is also Pure Class A at 200 watts. The Shanling is Class A/AB. For the market their going for, Xindak XA6950 and Cayin S200 should make Class A/AB amps. Ma .......
94: RE: Cayin Integrated Amp for jazz fusion lover? (6.96)
Posted by jazzwave on 2009-09-27, 03:35:06 (118.136.79.169)
Just report.:) Finally I bought Cayin A-70T with KT88 stock tubes.This type give me opportunity for me to replace KT88 with EL34 someday. I got good offer from local Cayin importir for this type ($100 .......
95: RE: Cayin TA-30 vs. Sophia El34 (6.95)
Posted by Pjay on 2007-07-29, 06:42:20 (70.187.243.131)
I experimented with the TA30 and it was very well built and sounded great. I could not warm up to tubes so I sold it after 6 months for exactly what I paid. If tubes become part of my lifestyle, I wou .......
96: Cayin 265Ai review, for all those who asked [nt] (6.93)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2004-03-15, 15:58:49 (24.88.135.230)
nt .......
97: RE: Looking to get a Cayin integrated (6.93)
Posted by Stereo Squares on 2011-12-11, 06:18:45 (99.56.212.222)
What type of speakers have you used with the Cayin 50T. I was thinking about getting the new Epos Epic 2 .......
98: Re: Cayin - Spark Audio ... Same company? (6.92)
Posted by aaird on 2004-01-06, 14:04:45 (206.162.192.39)
They are the same company. Spark is the parent company I believe. Cayin is the OEM brand that Spark sells, I am pretty sure. REgards Andrew .......
99: Re: Tube integrated for proac response 2.5 (6.92)
Posted by neverenoughmusic@hotmail.com on 2006-02-23, 13:34:40 (67.71.0.191)
Hey, oscar thank's for all the input. It's nice to hear about your experieces with this sickness... Maybe you can help me with my latest issue.. I have to say I'm totaly in love with the looks and fea .......
100: RE: Looking to get a Cayin integrated (6.87)
Posted by jaydacus on 2011-12-11, 16:18:46 (76.105.151.30)
I had a TA-30 years ago. Always regretted getting rid of it. The Cayin amps are not your typical Chinese junk like Yaquin, Music Angel, etc. Really great quality stuff and great sound quality too. :: .......
101: Re: Cayin TA30 (6.86)
Posted by gray hair on 2004-03-25, 15:05:39 (152.163.252.5)
Jack, thanks for the responce. I had looked at the Jolida 202A and the reviews sounded good, then someone on the Klipsch forum suggested the Cayin. So now I'm just fishing for info. My specs on the Fo .......
102: The Panache and detail retrieval (6.83)
Posted by Mike FL on 2007-04-25, 17:08:37 (74.56.197.76)
I've had the Panache and used it exclusively for 2 years with all kinds of music. I now have a Cayin 265Ai. The Cayin retrieves more detail than the Panache. On good recordings, It's easily noticeable .......
103: Cayin A50T Vs. Prima Luna One (6.81)
Posted by Polo on 2006-11-10, 11:52:47 (64.26.145.10)
Anyone have heard these 2 tube integrated amp could give me some inputs/opinions please ? These two amps are very similar both in specs and look and both are Chinese made & priced very closed, but the .......
104: Tube intergrated (6.79)
Posted by ThomDP on 2008-02-28, 06:26:23 (204.149.80.6)
I'm looking to purchase a tube amp after about four year or so hiatus. My budget is small about $450-$500, so I need to go the used route, and I've narrowed my choices down to three. Jolida 202a. Cayi .......
105: Regarding the Cayin 265Ai..., I second that sentiment... (6.76)
Posted by enzo on 2004-07-06, 11:07:51 (64.114.216.253)
The Cayin drives my current-hungry B&W Sig 805s extremely well at low levels, and is more transparent and natural-sounding than any amp I've lived with, including the PS Audio PCA-2/HCA-2 combo and Be .......
106: Re: Spark Amplifiers (6.74)
Posted by notop on 2005-11-26, 06:09:42 (24.71.223.142)
Cayin & Spark are one and the same. The also produce the Prima luna line for Upscale Audio and build quality is impressive.I own a Cayin A-50t tubed integrated and it is exceptional. Acoustic Sounds c .......
107: Re: Thinkin' about gettin' a tube amp (6.74)
Posted by PhilNYC on 2007-05-04, 03:59:10 (71.172.237.115)
The Cayin A70T has its bias controls on top of the chassis (in contrast to the A88T, which is indeed a pain to adjust the bias). IMHO, the A70T is slightly smoother sounding with the stock tubes as we .......
108: How did you make the CATIC connection ?? (6.74)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-06-30, 07:57:45 (73.78.200.105)
How did you make the relationship connection between Cayin/Spark to CATIC ?? I didn't seen Cayin/Spark in the Wiki article you linked to unless I should have been looking for another parent company ? .......
109: RE: Doesn't like the ability to switch from Triode to Pentode/Ultralinear (6.71)
Posted by hifinutt on 2012-06-23, 23:29:39 (76.173.0.170)
DJ-Pir is 100% correct. The primaluna is nothing more than the old Cayin TA-30 with an auto-bias feature, + other upgrades I'm sure. The Cayin A-50T is a much newer design. I still own a Cayin TA-30 m .......
110: RE: Jolida vs. Rogue vs. Cayin?_for 2 channel HT & music (6.71)
Posted by robber on 2008-03-26, 06:27:54 (65.205.167.131)
Hollywood Sound in Hollywood, FL carries both Rogue and Cayin. Larry is a great guy, absolutely zero audiophile BS- I am sure he would be willing to talk this over with you. no affiliation; www.hwdso .......
111: RE: don't do it (6.69)
Posted by D960 on 2009-01-29, 01:36:13 (86.192.142.147)
You are right, try for yourself. A Cayin 50 has absolutely sufficient power to drive the Proacs or any speaker with a normal sensivity. I drive PMCs TB1 with a Cayin 10 W triode amp, in a big room, an .......
112: Re: "please speak with authority if you know the facts" (6.69)
Posted by RodneyGreene on 2005-01-01, 17:32:37 (69.115.17.68)
My point is obvious, but let me make it clear to you. You are basically telling people that they should know the facts before stating their opinions - you need to take your own advice. YOU are statin .......
113: Go for their CD player (6.68)
Posted by David Chang on 2004-05-20, 00:33:36 (146.209.130.2)
I have their CD player (under their Spark brand, but it is the same, only a different label). For about US$600, I can say it is value for money and its performance is better than the Copland CD266 whi .......
114: RE: tube integrated with phono - rogue cronus /cayin A-55tp / others? (6.68)
Posted by abs1 on 2013-01-23, 07:11:01 (184.166.13.221)
I second Abe's recommendation of the Cronus Magnum. Here's something to seriously consider when choosing between the Cronus, the Cayin, and even the Primaluna - The Cronus is manufactured right here i .......
115: Cayin TA-30, TA-35?? Biasing? NOOB ALERT! (6.67)
Posted by Wil84 on 2005-08-02, 20:57:57 (203.120.68.71)
Hey guys, My dad is making a trip down to China very soon and i might want him to get the Cayin for me. Thing is, i heard that the TA-30 is not auto biasing, being the uber noob that i am; must i bias .......
116: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (6.66)
Posted by Andy43 on 2020-06-30, 07:40:50 (65.19.45.130)
"Many of these Chinese outfits make amplifiers or parts for numerous other brands. Spark makes a bunch of amplifiers some of which are called Cayin or Spark." RGA: are you actually unaware that Spark/ .......
117: Re: Cayin TA30 (6.62)
Posted by Merle on 2004-03-26, 05:20:24 (216.111.114.195)
Hi, I've owned the Cayin as well as serveral Jolida's. Really a toss up. I think the Cayin may be slightly better built. On the other hand, I believe the Jolida's are better built than they used to be .......
118: Re: I owned a Shinsheng/Pacific Valve KT88 (6.62)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 20:41:24 (68.108.232.40)
Yes cayin is going up on the 2007 prices. But honestly Cayin offers the very best value in all tube amps. I place Cayin over Jadis, or at least equal. cayin will have new models. The only tube amp I a .......
119: Re: Amp For Dynaudio Contour S3.4 (6.60)
Posted by ynot on 2005-03-08, 11:16:38 (209.128.29.28)
According to this reviewer, the Cayin 265Ai (40 wpc Class A) matches very well with Dynaudio speakers. Only thing is, this amp will get hot. http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_11_1/cayin-265ai-int .......
120: RE: Unico Primo vs Simply Italy vs Cayin A-50T (6.59)
Posted by Blackdog on 2016-09-10, 04:53:48 (173.33.10.228)
You are comparing 3 totally different designs. If you think the Cayin has too much bass bloom, keep looking. Nothing will cure that in that amp. The two Unison's are vastly different in design and pow .......
121: Re: Primaluna in Canada (6.58)
Posted by Henry5 on 2005-01-23, 17:23:33 (70.80.87.155)
Been there, looking for Prima or the Cayin 30 and then decided to audition the HIT 88 by accident...this one is truly amazing, the triode/UL switch gives you 2-in-1 and this amp is worth every penny.. .......
122: RE: TS Audio 300B SET Amp: (6.57)
Posted by Vinylly on 2009-04-30, 16:54:35 (67.72.98.88)
Maybe 8 watts. Sound great with my S100 Spendors. You probably will not be able to buy one though. Another alternative is to check out the Cayin A-88T or The Cayin A-50T from Accoustic Sounds. They ha .......
123: My Cayin TA30 article.................., (6.56)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-02-28, 15:26:54 (152.163.100.7)
To fellow Cayin TA30 owners: " You might be interested in looking at my most recent post at AudioReview.com [ It's under the review listing for said amp. As I didn't think at the time to save myself a .......
124: RE: Quest for Sound SQ-84 V.2 vs Cayin a50-T?? (6.52)
Posted by Hyfi on 2012-10-02, 05:34:28 (70.90.3.241)
I have heard the SQ-84v2 with some Omega Elanco Super 6s and was pretty blown away at what it put out with some real bass heavy tracks I took along with me. Cannot comment on the Cayin tho. Steve Mont .......
125: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi (6.50)
Posted by Gary on 2020-06-30, 11:51:53 (173.77.254.229)
The Cayin is the only tube amp I've ever owned where I feel no need to roll the tubes. Well, I admit I did try El34 tubes at first. I like the tube but didn't particularly like the sound when used in .......
126: Cayin A88t: What is the gain on the amp section? (6.50)
Posted by Anacrusis on 2010-08-27, 02:01:23 (99.64.102.96)
Does anyone know what the gain is on the amp section of a Cayin A88t? Since it has bias pots, is the gain adjustable? Can I pull the 6SN7s and the 6SL7s when I run it as an amp only or do they have t .......
127: Cayin TA-30 amp specs/diagrams/manual??? (6.47)
Posted by Kipp on 2010-01-01, 13:01:01 (76.91.240.208)
Bought a used Cayin TA-30 integrated tube amp. I would sure like to get owner's manual/specs/whatever docs cam with these?? Wiring schematics?? Thanks, Kip............. .......
128: Looking to get a Cayin integrated (6.47)
Posted by Stereo Squares on 2011-12-10, 14:56:30 (99.56.212.222)
Need advice on getting my first tube integrated amp. Have researched the lower powered Cayin amp's and would like to know if I'm on the right track. Can't afford any of the Cary amps .......
129: Re: I doubt you will find anyone that has heard both (6.47)
Posted by cdsherman on 2006-10-18, 17:23:08 (71.127.136.197)
I have owned both. I sold my Cayin TA30 but own the similiar Primaluna Prologue 1. The M520 is a better piece than either the Primaluna or Cayin. The tube rectifiers seem to make a big improvement. I .......
130: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (6.47)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2020-07-01, 13:21:06 (73.78.200.105)
Thanks for the write up. I looked at the specs for the Cayin CS55A and they appear to be under powered for my Thiel CS2.4 speakers. Those Thiels really need almost 100-Watts minimum to come alive. I' .......
131: Cayin Integrated Amp for jazz fusion lover? (6.46)
Posted by jazzwave on 2009-09-21, 08:58:53 (118.136.69.118)
I plan to change my DIY hybrid amp to Cayin tube integated amp. Interesting with 2 type Cayin amp: A-50T (EL34), A-55T (KT88). Mostly, I listen 70% jazz fusion instrument (Fouplay,Joe Sample) and 30% .......
132: Re: Has anyone heard the Primaluna Dialogue amps?, or Cayin 860? (6.44)
Posted by Kenreau on 2007-03-09, 14:39:19 (162.119.64.114)
Sorry I have not heard the Dialogues but I just recently purchased Cayin 860 monoblocs and really enjoy them. Looking at the interior photos available online, they must be made at the same factory as .......
133: Have Cayin TA-30 and had similar concerns... (6.41)
Posted by machani on 2004-12-13, 13:02:35 (24.87.215.133)
... and got them addressed by fellow Cayin TA-30 owners. See the link below. Cheers, ___________ C N Machani .......
134: RE: Cayin (6.41)
Posted by M3 lover on 2017-06-26, 11:32:41 (108.216.110.30)
I have a Cayin A-300P which I no longer use but hold in high regard for both construction and sonics. The 20 wpc is simply not enough for my current speakers. I should sell it but held off since I exp .......
135: Re: Primaluna in Canada (6.39)
Posted by machani on 2005-01-21, 00:41:54 (24.87.215.133)
The listed price for the Cayin TA-30 is $1099, but I payed only $799. Also, I replaced the stock EL34 tubes (not EL43) with JJ E34L from partsconnexion.com. ___________ C N Machani .......
136: The cage on the Cayin is IMHO vented sufficently.... (6.39)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2008-02-29, 10:00:57 (4.245.105.194)
to allow proper cooling. Large holes on all five sides. The are a lot of cages which are not so good - smaller holes and some sides are not vented at all. I use my Cayin sans the tube cage out of 'hab .......
137: It was obvious with my 2 amps (6.39)
Posted by Lowrider on 2007-07-12, 00:59:45 (195.13.215.84)
The same 4 ohm rated speakers sounded bad on the 4 ohm taps of a Cayin A-88T, muffled sound, but great on the 8 ohm taps... On a Classic 16.0 it is exactely the opposite, go figure... The Cayin has ex .......
138: The clue to you answer is in your post........ (6.38)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2009-09-07, 08:56:22 (4.246.240.212)
It is the probe on your meter not making good contact with the contact point in your amp. There was a lengthy thread a few weeks ago on A-Gon discussing this exact issue. It involved a Cayin A50T. Th .......
139: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (6.36)
Posted by cathode on 2012-01-16, 08:04:57 (96.48.68.79)
I did investigate Cayin before settling on PrimaLuna. I ended up with the PL (3-Pre & 7-Monos) mostly due to their excellent reputation for build quality, reliability and a sound that pleased me. With .......
140: Has anyone used the Cayin A-88t Integrated? (6.36)
Posted by RT2 on 2003-06-03, 21:46:24 (12.254.132.55)
Hi, This has been a recent introduction I have seen from a Chinese company that has some distribution through Cayin in Germany. They seem to be built well but what do people think of the sound? I woul .......
141: Re: puzzled... (6.33)
Posted by mbakes on 2006-08-18, 16:20:10 (65.3.192.20)
I have the Nait 5i and a CD5i into System Audio SA1730 speakers. I've loved the combo for the last 8 months or so. I don't find this combination to be bright at all. The SA1730's tend to be on the war .......
142: Cayin TA-30 and Cayin MT-35 (6.29)
Posted by ynot on 2004-05-08, 15:52:46 (205.251.220.172)
I am seriously considering purchasing one of these amplifiers based on the good things I have read about the TA-30. Is anyone familiar with the MT-35 and to what extent it is similar to or different f .......
143: RE: (Cayin) Rolling tube time ? (6.26)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-05-25, 18:24:47 (67.142.162.22)
I had an A70 for 2 years that I sold LY as my Mac 2275 did everything just a little bit better and had a very good built-in Phono Preamp. That said when I had the A70 I had changed the supplied KT88' .......
144: Cayin or Prima Luna, what's the difference? (6.26)
Posted by machani on 2004-06-22, 13:35:53 (24.87.215.133)
I looked at the picture of the inside of the Prima Luna Prologue One at Upscale Audio's website (see the URL below). It's IDENTICAL to my stock Cayin TA-30, complete with "Real Cap" capacitors and bia .......
145: Re: TAD-150 preamp with Cayin TA-30 integrated tube amp? (6.26)
Posted by Jeff Aguilar on 2004-12-09, 10:51:44 (66.224.63.110)
I have a TAD-150 hooked up to my Cayin TA-30. Differences I noticed... Soundstage is much wider and deeper. The seperation between my speakers is incredible. I was VERY pleased as to how the Cayin TA- .......
146: Re: Cayin TA30 (6.26)
Posted by Tom Gobba on 2004-03-25, 18:57:00 (68.21.163.109)
With your 99dB speakers, forget about Cayin or other PP amps. Just get a 300B SET or 2A3 or 45 SET, like new Dared VP-300B monos you can get on ebay or Audiogon way under $1000. I have a pair of them. .......
147: RE: Vincent Spark (6.25)
Posted by slippers... on 2012-01-23, 13:09:15 (99.174.75.125)
Vincent also makes amps under the name T.A.C.= Tube Amp Company.http://www.vincent-tac.de/ But I dont know who the Vincent Spark is. Cayin amps are made by the Sparks Electronics company. http://en.ca .......
148: Thanks for the observation, but not the same (6.25)
Posted by Kevin Deal on 2004-12-19, 19:13:45 (4.47.28.224)
as the Cayin. We use the same chassis, same factory, but we make it clear as we can what is exclusive to the PrimaLuna. If you bench test a Cayin and a Prima Luna it would become very apparent. The Ca .......
149: RE: Affordable 20-40 wpc tube integrated -- recommendations (6.24)
Posted by Audiogabby on 2011-12-22, 03:54:38 (70.109.174.238)
You have lots of options under 3k. Primalunas and Cayins come to mind. Last month I bought a Cayin TA 30 modded. I heard good things about that little amplifier but nothing prepared me for what I'm ex .......
150: Cayin HA-1A (6.22)
Posted by adjieda on 2007-01-28, 22:39:40 (222.124.45.129)
The Cayin HA-1A is very good. It functions as a preamp/headphone amp/integrated amp. But only gives out 2.2w max in integrated mode. Plus you get to experience the single ended tube sound on headphone .......
151: Cayin TA30: capacitor/tube upgrade recommendations? (6.22)
Posted by HifiBore on 2005-05-28, 16:03:12 (81.133.140.83)
I have a stock Cayin TA30 amp, and my feelings about it are mixed. The sound is generally pleasant and powerful, and instruments have a satisfying "presence". But compared to my Beard P50 (a 1970s 50W .......
152: RE: You should get out more. (6.21)
Posted by notop on 2008-06-14, 15:39:29 (70.72.8.194)
"One cannot expect most Chinese gear to be at the highest quality standards that we have come to expect from Japan or America." Well Abe back to my original post, what first hand experience makes you .......
153: RE: Tube Integrated (6.19)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2009-05-01, 05:43:06 (24.177.8.38)
You might try either the Jolida 102B or the Cayin MT12A if you would like to add remote control. Both are extremely reasonably priced EL84 integreated amps. The Jolida is rated at 25 wpc but actually .......
154: Jolida 302 CRC or Cayin A-50T?? (6.19)
Posted by Bob S on 2012-07-31, 19:47:16 (71.82.88.60)
I am considering the purchase of one of these integrated amps. I have gone through the Archives, and I get the impression that the Cayin has a much better build/parts quality, and it certainly is the .......
155: Re: Cayin "Dilemma-Luna I & II" VS PrimaLuna (6.18)
Posted by machani on 2005-01-28, 08:46:59 (24.86.112.228)
Looks like the Cayin brand has been killed from Canada too. Official Canadian distributer, Allied TV and Sound, no longer carrys it. See the link for more info. ___________ C N Machani .......
156: Have you considered any Chinese amps? (6.17)
Posted by Dave Kingsland on 2004-08-24, 06:15:09 (24.62.76.195)
There have been some pretty favorable reviews and a lot of positive comments about the Cayin and Jungson amps. Do a search here. I was pretty temped to try the Cayin 265Ai but would have had to drive .......
157: Re: Who has heard the Cayin Class A integrated? (6.15)
Posted by DKL on 2006-11-15, 20:58:18 (70.121.242.132)
No comps to the Cayin tube gear, sorry. Never owned any MF gear. I've heard some pretty devisive comments though about MF. My favorite is "Musical Fidelity isn't" from a good friend of mine who also o .......
158: You could try these people (6.15)
Posted by Mrcat on 2005-10-16, 14:14:42 (82.3.32.72)
I have not used them, but they are based in China, appear to have servicing in Sheffield and import direct from China. Shipping and VAT are extra. Dave .......
159: RE: Cayin TA-30 vs. Sophia El34 (6.15)
Posted by R7 on 2007-07-30, 13:51:23 (67.60.164.118)
I have a Cayin A-50T amp (the successor to the TA-30), which I have used with Von Schweikert VR-1 speakers, and the combo works. What are you using with the VR-1s now? Where do you want to take the so .......
160: Re: Eastern Electric M520 Integrated v. Cayin TA-30? (6.12)
Posted by cdsherman on 2006-10-18, 17:52:47 (71.127.136.197)
BTW, I was not knocking the Cayin. It is a great amp . If you want to upgrade I still recommend the M520. The new Cayin A88T or A50T integrateds are wonderful values and would be my second choice . I .......
161: TAD-150 preamp with Cayin TA-30 integrated tube amp? (6.12)
Posted by machani on 2004-12-08, 23:46:58 (24.87.215.133)
Reading some of the opinions on this forum, it appears that connecting a preamp to an integrated's line-in is not generally recommended. However, is this rule still valid for integrated tube amps (as .......
162: I don't but I would buy them anyway... (6.11)
Posted by machani on 2005-03-21, 13:52:48 (24.86.112.228)
... because I bought the TAD-150 preamp and am extremely pleased with it. According to Jeff Aguilar's webpage (which you can access through Bizzy Bee's website), the TAD-1000 is a nice improvement ove .......
163: Cayin TA30 (6.11)
Posted by gray hair on 2004-03-25, 10:53:34 (152.163.252.5)
I just joined and had some questions about the Cayin TA 30. I've been away from the hifi scene for 25 years and just bought a set of Klipsch Forte II's, I'm running off a 30 yr old Marantz 2270. I've .......
164: RE: Jolida 302 CRC or Cayin A-50T?? (6.11)
Posted by gmike on 2012-08-01, 09:49:30 (24.147.241.230)
Can't speak for the Cayin, but the new CRC model is well built.I know someone has it playing in his office system about 40 hours a week for months now and he has never had a problem. Don't know about .......
165: Re: Help me choose between Cayin 265ai and Shanling SLM-A40.2 Integrateds . . . (6.11)
Posted by J North on 2003-11-03, 13:21:33 (209.52.195.6)
Thanks for the input. Have you tried the Cayin with lower efficiency speakers (ie: 87db 4-ohm full range)? I am fearful that it will run out of oomph as the volume is turned up. I am sure it will be s .......
166: RE: Cayin vs. Primaluna? (6.10)
Posted by LouGiants on 2012-01-16, 11:11:44 (198.51.174.5)
Hi Chuck Y - What you experienced is an eye opener for me. A couple of years ago I was looking at an upgrade around 2K (with a tube Int or Tube amp) from Classe CA-101. Doing some research and seeing .......
167: Re: Cayin TA 30 for my sisters first tube amp? (6.06)
Posted by Art V on 2004-08-11, 17:11:38 (24.91.254.26)
Hi, I have the Cayin TA 30 from Bizzy Bee and for the money is one sweet amp. Get the cryod 12ax7 and the other mods.I had good luck with mullard nos on the 12au7's If she doesn't mind no remote it is .......
168: Is Ayre worth getting without any balanced sources? (6.06)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2009-01-05, 15:46:20 (198.161.238.18)
All my sources are unbalanced. I keep reading that Ayre products need balanced sources for it to shine. I've read that it is mediocore in unbalanced operation. I'm looking for a big step up from what .......
169: RE: Ming Da EL-34 AB Integrated - Update (6.05)
Posted by maabx on 2007-08-26, 09:38:37 (71.227.31.112)
Is the EL-34 AB auto-biasing? I have a modded Cayin TA30 that impresses me every time I listen. I just swapped the Cayin EL34's out for EH6CA7's. I have tried several times to upgrade this $800 amp, a .......
170: Re: Try Charisma Audio (6.02)
Posted by Jump on 2005-01-21, 03:46:06 (66.48.160.249)
Thanks Slope. I have been browsing the Charisma site for a month or so. I believe that the Hit Audio MT-88 is an upgraded Cayin A-88T, both switchable between triode and ultralinear. The Parts Connex .......
171: Well, well well! I guess I wasn't far off the mark...... (6.02)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2005-01-21, 20:19:56 (209.165.51.102)
This kind of reverse marketing really doesn't benefit Cayin as much as you might like. In fact intelligent and skeptical audiophiles might rightfully conclude that they should not be doing business wi .......
172: Re: Thanks for the observation, but not the same (6.01)
Posted by Response34 on 2004-12-20, 04:20:27 (64.12.116.7)
HI Kevin, I would only expect even better performance from a unit you have developed and brought in. You have always brought to the market exceptional gear at very good values. The AH! is still amaz .......
173: RE: Chinese Integrateds (5.98)
Posted by notop on 2008-02-20, 11:44:06 (161.184.48.96)
I have owned 2 Cayin amps an A-50t tube amp and currently a 265AI class A solid state. Both amps have excellent build quality and have functioned perfectly. The Cayin 265AI easily beats my former Sima .......
174: Re: Primaluna in Canada (5.98)
Posted by Jump on 2005-01-21, 13:49:33 (66.48.159.41)
Thanks for the extra $.02 Machina but it may be for not. It appears that Cayin is no longer being distributed in this area. The proprietor of Allied told me that they are no longer carrying that bran .......
175: Re: Cayin "Dilemma-Luna I & II" VS PrimaLuna (5.95)
Posted by machani on 2005-01-27, 09:10:55 (24.86.112.228)
Customer satisfaction is where it counts, cheesy websites or not! Judging from the feedback in this website and Audiogon, Bizzy Bee's customers are highly satisfied! To quote you: "Both the PrimaLuna .......
176: Cayin A-70T biasing (U.S. version 55w/ch) (5.95)
Posted by jman66 on 2008-07-07, 03:51:44 (68.196.18.101)
Hi, The Cayin A-70T supposedly can run KT-88, 6550, EL34, 6CA7, 6L6 or KT66 tubes, although my owners manual does not explicitly state this. The owners manual is also devoid of any bias values for tub .......
177: Another customer (5.95)
Posted by M3 lover on 2013-10-02, 17:06:42 (108.216.110.56)
I own a Cayin A-300P integrated which a very good friend bought from Dan a few years ago. When that friend moved on to an Audio Space I bought the Cayin, so I'm an indirect customer. But I've known Da .......
178: Prima Luna Prologue 2 vs Cayin A88T (5.92)
Posted by fidelity on 2006-07-23, 00:22:24 (202.156.6.68)
Hi gurus out there, I intent to get either of these integrated tube amp Prima Luna Prologue 2 or Cayin A88T. 1.Are there any owners of these amps? Can advise me on the sound characteristics & quality .......
179: No thanks (5.91)
Posted by RodneyGreene on 2005-01-02, 09:07:26 (69.115.17.68)
What on earth gives you the idea that I already have one? All the information I have given you can be found on the Internet or given to me by people who already own the Cayin or PL. If you’re going t .......
180: Re: Cayin A88 (5.90)
Posted by afg on 2006-05-04, 04:19:06 (203.197.43.50)
I have the Cayin A88 for 8-9 months now and it is a very good amp. They are connected to power hungry speakers (Dyn 82s) and apart from extremely dynamic and bass heavy music, the amp drives the speak .......
181: Re: Thanks for the observation, but not the same (5.90)
Posted by RodneyGreene on 2004-12-24, 10:23:47 (69.115.17.68)
"If you bench test a Cayin and a Prima Luna it would become very apparent. ... Talk to anyone about the small details like triple boxing and white gloves in the box...We have the best performance from .......
182: Re: Krell KAV 300i with tube preamp? (5.90)
Posted by afg on 2005-08-17, 21:53:17 (203.197.24.200)
I did exactly that. I sold my Krell 300i and bought a Cayin A-88T tube amp. It drives the Dyn 82s. Except for hard rock and pop(which I rarely listen to), the Cayin sounds much better than the Krell e .......
183: RE: Prima Luna, Jolida, Carey, Cayin (here) are very close (5.89)
Posted by Vic Trola on 2008-08-29, 14:59:51 (75.205.168.15)
Actually, Cayin/Spark/Prima Luna are the same company. Jolida invested in a company called Shenda. Shenda makes some Jolida equipment and other factories make Jolida as well. Jolida inspects and tubes .......
184: Re: question for Merle (5.89)
Posted by Merle on 2004-04-23, 11:51:08 (216.111.114.195)
Hi Chuck. I've sold the Cayin. In house, I still have a CAV50, a Jolida 502B, and a Jolida 707A. When I bought my Cayin, they were going new for $499. I think now they are going for a little over $800 .......
185: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi --- Is Cayin still in business ?? (5.89)
Posted by Gary on 2020-06-29, 13:05:39 (173.77.254.229)
Hi Abe, I bought my unit pre-owned on Audiogon. If I were buying new Cayin equipment I'd start with VAS Audio. Steve Leung is a great guy. I'm sure he could answer questions about their product line. .......
186: RE: Looking for integrated recommendations (5.88)
Posted by Gary on 2020-03-23, 12:29:36 (173.77.254.229)
If you can stretch your budget a little I'd recommend this. I have the MKIII version. It's really good. The build quality is amazing and the sound is unmistakably tubes. I don't know the seller or hav .......
187: Re: Best Integrated Amp for about $3000 or under (5.86)
Posted by Jeffaguilar@comcast.net on 2005-01-18, 17:42:01 (67.161.88.93)
I had an affordable integrade, the Cayin TA-30. I really enjoyed the 30 watts a channel it produced for my system. I have definetely stepped up in playback by upgrading. I now have the TAD-150 tube pr .......
188: RE: Cayin A- 50T owners - advice sought (5.85)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2008-12-07, 20:55:35 (72.254.116.127)
To my ears, the Ultralinear setting sounds better. I swapped the tubes to Electroharmonix low noise tubes 12AX7 and that made a nice subtle difference. I then moved to Sovtek long black plates ultra l .......
189: Re: The integrated amp in question: (5.83)
Posted by Response34 on 2004-12-12, 15:28:47 (152.163.98.7)
HI Peter, The Cayin TA-30 is, I believe, a passive control stage in front with the output from the volume control going into the circuit. The Jolida JD50 as you mention below is designed for such pi .......
190: RE: primaluna vs. sophia (5.81)
Posted by saki70 on 2008-03-25, 07:14:47 (67.8.94.19)
I don't know why you speciffically spoke of the Prologye 1 . Yes it does use EL34 tubes but it is limited in what other tubes to roll in . The Prologue 2 will use EL34's and a more varied tube complim .......
191: Cayin A50T vs. Jolida 502b vs. PrimaLuna Prologue One (5.81)
Posted by dmzwizard on 2008-03-14, 17:05:17 (76.100.216.109)
Cayin A50T vs. Jolida 502B (Underwood modded or not) vs. PrimaLuna Prologue One Integrated amp opinions. I want to get something soon and am seeking opinions from those who have heard any or all of th .......
192: Any Cayin TA 30 owners get the TAD 30 Pre Amp from Bizzy Bee ? (5.80)
Posted by Art V on 2004-08-22, 04:05:42 (24.91.254.26)
Hi, I have the Cayin TA 30 modded by Paul at Bizzy Bee driving a pair of the Tetra Kids. For the price a great amp. I was curious if any TA owners have added Pauls new pre amp and if so what were the .......
193: That may be so. I've noted a sell off ...... (5.78)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2013-09-29, 19:37:38 (71.142.220.222)
and one newer retailer was (is?) having a sale. Last time he did that it was for Raysonic which also went belly up less than a year after they took the line on. But perhaps more revealing, 6 months ag .......
194: RE: Stick with the Ayre for a while (5.76)
Posted by LouGiants on 2011-04-27, 08:05:10 (198.51.174.5)
I do not think the CAyin or Primaluna is going to me an improvement over your Ayre....what you will find is probably lighter bass with the Cayin (I auditioned it as an Integrated and used it as an amp .......
195: Re: Chinese Tube amps, Thanks! I will check into those recommendations (5.75)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 20:46:07 (68.108.232.40)
Look at my above post. I see a pr of 845 monos for like $1200 + 150 ship. Thats alot cheaper than many other 845's. But of course the parts quality is not the same. But still at less than half the pri .......
196: RE: Remote malfunction with tube amp! (5.74)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2021-06-22, 06:14:31 (73.229.163.4)
"I bought the unit from TMR. Do you think, I can bring/ship the remote in to get it fixed and not the amp." Have you called TMR? I'm guessing you bought the Cayin used but I would read the T's & C's .......
197: Re: Cayin "Dilemma-Luna I & II" VS PrimaLuna (5.74)
Posted by TubeAmp on 2005-01-30, 07:42:24 (68.21.190.199)
LOL, Nominee of Nobel Prize shall go to "Original contributor" not for "$.........". The TA-30/ProLogue I is absolutely cheapest and worst model (tiny trans under the covers and cheap caps) among the .......
198: RE: Avoid Chi-Fi (5.72)
Posted by Gary on 2020-06-29, 10:16:53 (173.77.254.229)
I have a Chinese-assembled amp. It's the Cayin Audio USA A-88T Mark III. Designed in Germany. It replaced a Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum, original version. The Cayin is simply better in every way. The bu .......
199: Re: Cayin "Dilemma-Luna I & II" VS PrimaLuna (5.71)
Posted by machani on 2005-01-29, 13:34:28 (24.86.112.228)
Well put el34eh! It should be Paul who should be nominated for the award for bringing affordable audio to the masses, instead of "the other guy". (I am extremely surprised with TAS that they did not n .......
200: can a too small of a range on volume pot be adjusted any way? (5.71)
Posted by gales on 2018-01-20, 11:11:28 (172.218.182.107)
The Alps volume pot on my Cayin cs100a integrated tube amp has a range that is way too small. It starts at the 7 o'clock position and full volume that is safe for the ears is about 9 to 10 o'clock. It .......
Found 26 records in Cable Asylum.
1: Re: Stereovox cables (6.03)
Posted by olaps on 2006-10-18, 12:45:41 (81.191.223.17)
Thanks a lot, interesting experiences and observations. I hope to get the opportunity to test some of these in a short while. I have a tube gear (BAT VK-31SE pre-amp and CAYIN 9084D monoblocks)with Av .......
2: Re: and now for something completely different (6.03)
Posted by samwallace@hotmail.com on 2006-05-14, 17:00:20 (207.232.97.164)
Hi I appologize for interrupting this thread but I have a question for Krisjan. Can you give me some info regarding the 220v- 110v convertor you use with the Cayin player you bought? Does it have a mo .......
3: Single Wire and Jumper-Which goes where? (5.95)
Posted by dsockel on 2004-09-04, 18:43:31 (66.56.8.40)
I am running a set of Soliloquy 5.0s with a Cayin TA-30 tube amp (35W). I am using Analysis Plus Oval 9s single and a set of jumpers (FYI: I can't afford the bi-wire 9s and the biwire 12s were not goo .......
4: Duster: Current gear setup (5.64)
Posted by "Red" on 2006-06-07, 04:34:16 (164.83.231.145)
My Gear: Dussun V8i integrated, Acoustic Zen Ref Matrix II IC's, Modwright Sony 999ES, Cayin CD15B,Jolida JD 100, Shunyata Hydra 4, Acoustic Zen Satori shotguns, Definitive Tech BP 7000, HSU VTF2.2 su .......
5: Re: Cables for Herron Audio VTPH 1MC Plus (5.63)
Posted by olaps on 2007-01-02, 23:38:04 (193.71.180.107)
The only noise problem I have with the CARY, is a broadband whistling. No hum (50 Hz) etc. Quite irritating as the rest of my gear is dead quiet, even I have a BAT VK-31SE (tube) and CAYIN/SPARK 9084D .......
6: Re: AR master series speaker cable (5.47)
Posted by ynot on 2004-11-25, 08:03:23 (209.128.29.254)
I have the 12 gauge pro series from AR. 15 ft run from a Cayin amp to Paradigm 40's. Nice laid back sound overall. I would characterize the sound as very full wih a dark feel to it. Highs may be rolle .......
7: RE: Basis Bullet Plugs (5.45)
Posted by fishski13 on 2008-03-08, 18:44:29 (67.190.196.135)
great cable and a bargain if you're into DIY. currently using PA-02 with Furutech RCAs between my BM DAC1 and Cayin HA-1A SET headphone amp - sounds great. i initially didn't care for it compared to C .......
8: Balanced vs. Single Ended - need advice (5.43)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-04-10, 17:41:01 (67.176.249.211)
I recently purchased a preamp (Sonic Frontiers Line 1) and amp (Cary CAD 211 AE's) that allow for balanced interconnects. Interconect length is 1.5 meters. What advanatge is there, if any, in going to .......
9: using different guage wires in biwiring (5.10)
Posted by MGH on 2004-08-10, 18:07:48 (209.6.169.39)
Hi all, I know this is a controversial topic, but since I have speakers that are biwirable and actually recommended by the speaker manufacturer, I'm going biwire my speakers. I know some will use thic .......
10: Re: shielding VDH The First. (5.08)
Posted by myriad on 2005-02-27, 19:17:29 (61.95.145.228)
I have Cayin TA30 Amp, Cadence Diva Speakers and Nad C542 cdp. The cabling is VDH The 1st, VDH D102 & VDH The Royal Jade. I tried the 1st in my friends system who has Cadence Diva speakers, MF XA1 amp .......
11: Speaker Cable Recommendation? (4.85)
Posted by myriad on 2005-02-04, 20:15:54 (61.95.145.228)
My System : Cayin TA30 Amp Cadence Diva Speakers Nad C542 Cd Player VDH The First VDH The Royal Speaker Cable. The problem is im finding the sound a little sibilant. I tried a .......
12: RE: AQ NRG 2 application question for newbie (4.78)
Posted by machani on 2008-02-12, 12:34:39 (24.87.41.101)
Brett, Let me see if I can help since I have NRG-2's driving my preamp and amp. The AQ NRG-2 is a 3x14awg wire (aggregate) which is more than sufficient to drive my 2 x 35W output Cayin TA-30 amp. Now .......
13: Re: Silver-plated copper takes some work but can be excellent. (4.69)
Posted by machani on 2006-03-10, 16:44:16 (24.87.41.101)
StylinLP, I think it's ultimately a matter of synergy. The DHLab Q10 works well with my system consisting of Cayin TA-30 tube amp and Quad 22L speakers. I'm not sure how they would have sounded with m .......
14: Re: The music cable comany (4.50)
Posted by Mike FL on 2007-03-27, 16:20:04 (74.56.197.76)
I now have River Cable Flexygy's as speaker cables. I've had QED Silver anniversary too at one point but hated these thoroughly because of their overly bright character. Sadly, I never got the same de .......
15: Re: Recommend 12' speaker cable for 35w Tube amp and QUAD 22Ls (4.38)
Posted by machani on 2006-09-18, 12:54:33 (64.132.187.223)
StylinLP, Sorry for the delayed response. I've used DHLabs Q10 with a Cayin TA-30 amp and my Quad 22Ls with very good results in internal biwired configuration. I finally decided to try external biwir .......
16: Need to Confirm Speaker Wiring Assumptions (4.29)
Posted by dsockel on 2004-10-16, 06:45:57 (66.56.8.40)
I currently have a set of Analysis Plus (AP) single wire Oval 9s, a set of AP Oval 9 jumpers, a set of AP Oval 12s single wire and some basic Monster speaker wire. I am running a Cayin TA-30 tube amp .......
17: Re: Replaced the Philmore IEC with Schurter... (3.82)
Posted by machani on 2005-07-29, 01:32:34 (24.86.112.228)
OK, I let the DIY power cord with the new Schurter IECs burn in all day on a personal computer. In the evening I tried the DIY PC on my amp and voila, the top end smoothness was back again. So I guess .......
18: Questions on Speltz versus generic brand magnet wire (3.66)
Posted by machani on 2007-03-02, 12:12:18 (64.132.187.48)
Hi all, I have been reading these threads with great interest. I am intrigued by the fact that a $5/ft cable can smoke cables costing thousands of dollars. And some of the systems mentioned are high- .......
19: DHLabs T-14 as Power Cord - Great results with DIY by Chris VenHaus Flavor 2 (3.39)
Posted by machani on 2005-07-18, 14:19:11 (24.86.112.228)
The turn of the Power Cord finally came in my list of system upgrades. The Power Cord replacement was such a low priority item because I believed that, other than bass, the improvements would be margi .......
20: REVIEW: DIY by Chris VenHaus DIY Silver Interconnects Cable (3.19)
Posted by raduschka on 2011-06-11, 18:16:39 (70.52.57.111)
Model: DIY Silver Interconnects Category: Cable Suggested Retail Price: materials cost about $80 Description: 32 ga. .9999 Silver Teflon insulated wire spiraled around Teflon core Manufactu .......
21: RE: KanedaK Thank You. (2.98)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2022-06-24, 12:44:30 (68.43.115.11)
Wow........., as both a pair of their IC's | power cord arrived yesterday. I'm very very very impressed with their overall musicality, yet as I tend to save photos of cabling | speakers | amplifica .......
22: Good results biwiring with Carol 12/4 from HomeTech (2.92)
Posted by machani on 2005-05-21, 14:44:18 (24.86.112.228)
I would like to share with you my first experience with biwiring (what a controversial subject!). I wanted to try out biwiring on the cheap with my new Quad 22L speakers before spending money on more .......
23: RE: Accuphase 40th Anniversary Edition ( Cloned ) IC's (2.86)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-12-26, 09:08:46 (98.224.201.27)
blake, Having just looked at the context of your system | it seems we've both travelled the same path, as I've owned a JA Michell GyroDec and more than my share of the Audio Technica 33 series ran .......
24: an audition... (2.54)
Posted by yotacowboy on 2007-08-31, 10:23:23 (69.143.33.148)
So, I posted a few days ago soliciting impressions and input about potentially upgrading a .5m pair of VHAudio Pulsars... Skip forward to the last few days. I got in touch with The Cable Co. and expla .......
25: RE: I have to ask... (2.53)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2024-01-09, 02:08:40 (98.224.201.27)
On another note | I'd love to offer an acknowledgment of thinks of which certain Asian cultures have offered to make Western civilization lives that much easier | remember there was a time between .......
26: Monosaudio P902 Power Cord - Another Discovery (1.88)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2023-02-12, 10:29:34 (98.224.201.27)
Hi everyone, As mentioned in my last post | I've been following the post of a member on Head-Fi. Org whom goes by Shiraz ( George ) who is the Australian than initially drew my interest to the Acc .......
Found 12 records in Computer Audio Asylum.
1: Cayin iDac-1 (10.59)
Posted by inburrito on 2011-01-11, 14:27:07 (68.79.229.2)
Just ordered one of these for the office after I thought my MHDT DAC broke (but it turns out it didn't). Here is my question: which of the two DAC chips is used for the headphone output? I have looked .......
2: PC Audio - how to get close to vinyl sound (10.59)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2008-03-10, 08:54:42 (198.161.238.18)
My PC audio setup: Core 2 duo laptop 3 gigs RAM connected to EMU 0202 that goes to a Cayin A50T tube integrated. Files are FLAC and MP3. I love the convenience of having all my music from one source a .......
3: I need your expert advice here... (10.55)
Posted by nubz on 2008-01-26, 19:58:20 (76.166.131.116)
I never posted here in PC and I don't know anything about this stuff. I just got a new Cayin idac (usb only) that I had intended on pairing with a cheap transport like the oppo or similar. Would I be .......
4: RE: DacMagic a disappointment? (6.23)
Posted by Con-fusion on 2008-12-18, 18:12:52 (24.207.78.31)
I am running The Dacmagic/Cayin 50/Macbook Pro/Airport express Toslink through Motive 2's and I am very impressed with the level of detail and tonal qualities. I must say though, source material is cr .......
5: DacMagic a disappointment? (5.89)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2008-12-18, 10:39:51 (70.72.229.138)
Got a DacMagic and I don't know if it's my setup or what but the sound is just disappointing. I'm running a new MacBook Pro as the source. I've tried both the optical and USB; both sound the same. I'v .......
6: Burned your collection yet? (5.61)
Posted by kublakhan on 2007-02-05, 10:22:59 (24.215.228.220)
I'm curious to know how many here have spent the time to burn their entire cd collection to hard drives. I burned about 700 cds, mostly jazz, over a 3 month period and it was WORK. However, it was wel .......
7: SB2 vs. USB DAC (5.59)
Posted by wacomme on 2005-08-10, 06:57:45 (70.32.149.62)
Lately on this forum there's been a lot of discussion about the virtues of the Squeezebox 2. And rightfully so! For $200, it must be an awesome system. However, wouldn't a usb dac introduce less jitte .......
8: Edirol UA-5 system, what cables? (5.23)
Posted by wacomme on 2005-06-11, 13:50:20 (70.32.149.62)
I have a Macintosh G5 with Apple lossless iTunes, a Birdland Odeon-lite DAC, decent interconnects (forgot which ones) into a Cayin TA-30 amp to Green Mountain Audio Europa speakers. Currently I'm usin .......
9: Edirol UA-5 vs. USB DAC (5.23)
Posted by wacomme on 2005-07-11, 13:11:56 (70.32.149.62)
How much better sounding is a USB DAC such as the Apogee or Wavelength Brick compared to running USB from the hard drive to a Edirol UA-5 to a nice DAC such as the Birdland Odeon Lite to my Integrated .......
10: Dacmagic/Macbook Pro/Motive 2's (4.64)
Posted by Con-fusion on 2008-12-13, 21:07:09 (79.99.43.128)
Well I picked up my Cambridge Audio Dac Magic this morning. I am now running a Macbook Pro, all files ripped to Apple lossless, airport express, Cayin 50 valve amp, Epos ESL3's. My Analog is a Pro-jec .......
11: Why is pc audio sound not as good... (4.32)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2009-02-01, 10:17:47 (70.72.229.138)
First off...here is my setup. I run a MacBook Pro connected to a Cambridge Audio DacMagic via optical. The DacMagic connects to a Cayin A50T tube integrated using Van den Hul "The Well" interconnects. .......
12: Start with the system, then worry about the source (4.07)
Posted by davehg on 2007-11-05, 13:14:38 (205.142.246.180)
$4k is actually a decent starting point...if you are willing to buy either used or go with something simple new. Here's how I would spend it: 1. $1500-2000 on an integrated amp, preferably tubes. New .......
Found 9 records in Critic's Corner.
1: ASR and Cayin (11.79)
Posted by Amerigo on 2006-03-28, 03:05:02 (164.128.46.14)
ASR Emitter 1 Exclusive. And maybe a Cayin CD-T17a CDP. Cheers Amerigo .......
2: RE: Arvind Kohli has no future as a reviewer (11.79)
Posted by lmcblmcb@hotmail.com on 2007-10-27, 05:10:25 (81.169.223.198)
Cayin 265ai can drive all B&W speakers. Just try it .......
3: RE: KLH Model 5 (7.79)
Posted by Andy43 on 2021-09-08, 12:51:41 (65.19.45.131)
I think for some of us the increasing evidence of slave labor particularly by companies owned the Chinese government is what is off putting. (Think Cayin here.) .......
4: re: partnering electronics (7.57)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2007-10-01, 06:36:34 (85.176.6.20)
Neither the Cayin integrated nor the NAD 317 have the power and /or finesse to properly drive the B&Ws, IMO. Then again, I've never been a fan of those aluminium tweeters ;( .......
5: I'm wondering if they put one over on you (7.23)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2013-10-03, 10:54:58 (76.178.31.161)
Because they certainly will not say who their dealers are or how many they have. I've just ordered a little Cayin EL34 integrated instead of the Croft. I won't do business with an importer that won' .......
6: RE: We're An American Brand (6.66)
Posted by Dave Garretson on 2008-08-31, 17:59:25 (71.188.83.232)
Even with the reasonable assumption that the Chinese yuan will eventually be allowed to float against the US dollar, even if China begins to experience labor shortages that increase its cost of produc .......
7: how can one explain Stereophile's bias ... (4.48)
Posted by Fatcobra on 2005-10-19, 13:51:09 (4.225.100.55)
when it comes to reviewing components? some of us know that (supposedly), Stereophile has the list of 'criteria' (much like the 10 commandments) to which a manufacturer/component must adhere to in ord .......
8: Wasn't that bad... (4.46)
Posted by bjh on 2007-09-30, 14:56:41 (64.231.78.130)
other than having a barely concealed negative bias against the manufacturer, e.g. "I am not going to regurgitate their verbage [sic]", plus hints of a tendency to childish outburst when things aren't .......
9: Stereophile - Some Data (4.13)
Posted by John Atkinson on 2006-01-24, 07:05:01 (216.193.12.6)
There has been some grumbling on the Asylum in the past week that Stereophile's review coverage is biased toward advertisers. I have pointed out that that is not the case, but inmates seem unconvinced .......
Found 172 records in Digital Drive.
1: Re: Advice Cayin CDT-15A Tube/ Solid HDCD CD Player (12.78)
Posted by Capt. Z on 2004-12-27, 14:10:11 (80.102.45.127)
I never heard a Cayin CD player, but I heard a Cayin Integr. Amp. in my friends house and the change from his other amp to the Cayin was big and very positive. Below is a link to the Cayin 22 CD playe .......
2: Re: Advice Cayin CDT-15A Tube/ Solid HDCD CD Player (12.78)
Posted by Capt. Z on 2004-12-25, 11:31:01 (80.102.42.50)
Reading through the German Hifi Forums this player seems to receive a lot of high praises. There is also a review on 6moons on a modded Cayin 15. In Germany the Cayin 15 is called Cayin 16. ::: TOPIC: .......
3: Re: cayin cd 17a vs. consonance reference 2.2 (11.34)
Posted by slimmer on 2005-11-17, 22:30:40 (202.156.6.68)
I sold the Cayin and got the Consonance. The Cayin is just not on the same level as the Consonance. To sum it up, the Consonance is a lot more musically involving. .......
4: Re: Tjoeb 4000 Ref. against Cayin 17 - what is a better buy? (10.76)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-05-31, 08:36:19 (69.123.4.32)
I am not familiar with the Cayin cdt17 but have heard the cdt22. I would say its pretty close in sound quality, but the Cayin definitly has the edge in build quality .......
5: Re: Cayin CD players (10.75)
Posted by brunolev on 2002-04-08, 05:20:16 (195.33.105.17)
hi, some people on french forums gave me the feeling that Cayin was not a specialist for the CD technology and D/A conversion. Their amplifier are fare better (I'm the luck owner of a Cayin 500) regar .......
6: Re: Has anyone compared ShengYa S-10 to Cayin 15A (10.46)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-10-07, 16:52:49 (12.203.244.69)
Cayin: 6922 tubes, Crystal CS8420 Chip, Burr Browns PCM1732 DAC that upsamples at 24bit/96khz. Reveiw at AudioCostruzioni.com. Italian site with English translations. Cayin or ShengYa. Can't go wro .......
7: Re: Cayin CD players (10.26)
Posted by Michaelz on 2002-04-08, 12:45:08 (139.177.224.101)
If you don't mind, how much did the Cayin 500 cost and where? Thanks, .......
8: Cayin DA-2 (9.88)
Posted by Slartibartfast on 2001-11-29, 03:43:22 (213.142.70.200)
Has anybody made some experience with the Cayin DA-2 tube DAC? .......
9: Re: DAC? (9.42)
Posted by Stef on 2000-12-10, 00:09:01 (195.232.106.5)
Cayin (Spark) designed a 24/96 DAC with tubes http://www.cayin.com .......
10: Re: Cayin CDP vs. Cary 303/300 (9.34)
Posted by rc on 2005-07-14, 14:53:28 (69.139.104.120)
Come on someone. I am also looking at the Cayin and would love to hear some opinions on this cdp. .......
11: Re: Cayin 17A tube CDP (9.30)
Posted by PhilNYC on 2006-12-21, 06:18:42 (71.172.234.187)
FYI - NY Sound is no longer an authorized Cayin importer/distributor in the US. VAS Audio is the US importer now (see link below). (disclaimer: I'm a Cayin dealer)... .......
12: Cayin (9.25)
Posted by janis on 2002-05-05, 02:16:07 (212.153.190.4)
Wow! you completed your search! But, I never heard of cayin (I even live in Europe, Netherlands). I'll read the "enjoythe,.." article. Have fun, Janis .......
13: Re: Review, Cayin CDT-17A Tube Output CD Player (9.15)
Posted by audiophile121 on 2005-08-20, 17:27:11 (66.108.197.36)
Thanks. I am not getting the Cayin CDP, but I have a few CDs I intend to buy based on your review. .......
14: Re: the 306-SACD is supposed to go a step or two further (9.04)
Posted by kyoto on 2005-02-16, 18:46:53 (218.103.70.29)
Thanks mate.. somehow the 303-300 's specs looks quite similar to the China Made Cayin 17e which is only around USD 1,000.. wonder if they'll compare, since the Cayin is well received in Asia. ::: TOP .......
15: Cayin CDP vs. Cary 303/300 (8.90)
Posted by aggielaw on 2005-07-12, 21:57:13 (24.255.6.26)
Somebody help a brother out...are any of the Cayin CD players in the same league as the Cary 303/300? I own the 303/300, but I found a thread from a few years back that indicates the same plant in Chi .......
16: Re: Cary 303/300 vs. Cayin 17e (8.86)
Posted by aggielaw on 2005-03-28, 07:09:32 (24.255.6.26)
Wow, could I have written my original post more poorly? What I meant to ask was, "Has anyone heard these two players and can comment on their similarities, differences, and how close the Cayin comes t .......
17: Re: cdp's you bought and did not stand up to the mags reviews (8.80)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 08:45:57 (68.108.232.40)
Ahh is this the Consonance Droplet, that space craft looking unit, in red? I asked someone if they had compared the Droplet $5K player to the Cayin 17 $1700. He siad he'd walk with the Cayin. I'm gald .......
18: Tried the Shanling and the Cayin/ Spark, ended up buying the latter (8.63)
Posted by David Chang on 2004-06-23, 02:29:14 (146.209.130.1)
This is my opinion only, YMMV....... I auditioned the Shanling SACD player, it was good with vocals and simple jazz music. When I tried out rock music and jazz with more instruments, it struggles. Wit .......
19: CD players and CD transports are not gone from the Earth - Cayin Mini-CD (8.35)
Posted by bullethead on 2021-08-24, 07:13:34 (72.89.199.103)
I have recently bought the Cayin Mini-CD from Aliexpress.com. It is excellent and is bit-perfect. This replaced an old CD player where the Phillips transport broke down and started making noises. ::: .......
20: Re: Cayin CDP vs. Cary 303/300 (8.31)
Posted by AbeCollins on 2005-07-14, 15:39:44 (24.9.231.190)
The Cary players are DESIGNED by Cary even if they are manufactured somewhere else. If Cayin uses the same manufacturing plant this has no bearing on how it sounds compared to the Cary. I know for a .......
21: Cary 303/300 vs. Cayin 17e (8.26)
Posted by aggielaw on 2005-03-26, 10:37:44 (24.255.6.26)
In a thread below, Kyoto notes the specs on the 303/300 look very similar to the Cayin 17e - which is a quarter of the price of the 303/300. Anyone have experience with both units willing to share the .......
22: Re: Advice Cayin CDT-15A Tube/ Solid HDCD CD Player (8.13)
Posted by zuheyr on 2004-12-27, 13:52:05 (81.242.224.109)
THANK YOU! But Cayin is German is it not?! It is very confusing. What do you guys think about the tube CD players!? I only heard once, Marantz NJOE TJOEB (new tube!) Mofified Marantz with a tube outpu .......
23: Cayin CDT-17A player Modification break-in (7.81)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2011-10-27, 17:50:09 (121.54.29.21)
I just modified the caps of my Cayin CDT-17A CD player with Mundorf Supreme and SIO but it's been more than 150 hours and the sound is still harsh. Would break-in be effected if I play a continuous CD .......
24: Cayin CD player Vs. Shanling CD player. (7.69)
Posted by Redrose on 2005-08-15, 09:31:55 (64.26.145.10)
Hi, Anyone have compared these two brand of CD players specifically the Cayin CDT15 (one with tube o/p) and Shanling CDT8 (also tube o/p), both are priced around $1500 CAD. How are their sonic and rel .......
25: Advice Cayin CDT-15A Tube/ Solid HDCD CD Player (7.66)
Posted by zuheyr on 2004-12-25, 11:16:15 (81.242.221.101)
Hello! MERRY CHRISTMAS! What do you inmates think about Cayin CDT-15A Tube/ Solid HDCD CD Player ? Regards and thanks, Z .......
26: Re: Cayin CDT 15A Tube CD Player. Adv9ce Needed!! (7.61)
Posted by MarVin on 2005-05-22, 14:19:42 (24.17.77.125)
Well, it seems to me like you can do better than this unit, particularly if you look for a used higher quality unit. I see that you are not adverse to the Chinatronics invasion, which is fine, but you .......
27: what is the current hi-end bargain - njoe tjoeb, esound, cayin or something else (7.47)
Posted by zax on 2006-04-22, 09:27:24 (82.117.194.34)
what is current best buy on the affordable hi-end scene (say 1000$ used or so) njoe tjoeb 4000 with upsampler esound e-5 cayin 17 (OK this one is a bit more) or anything else i'm looking for a highly .......
28: RE: Cambridge Audio 840C vs Esoteric dv 60 or sa-60 ? (7.46)
Posted by 3fd on 2008-01-10, 16:14:31 (68.191.57.119)
Hi, I have heard the Cambridge at an audio store against a shanling CD-3000 and an entry level Cayin cdp. The Cayin was a bit better and the Shanling smoked it.They were all broken in and this is just .......
29: Has anyone compared ShengYa S-10 to Cayin 15A (7.46)
Posted by Tarbaby on 2004-10-07, 15:48:00 (68.94.222.194)
Ready to pull the trigger on one of these tube CD players tomorrow, just wondering if anyone has compare the two or have any opinion on either player or opinion on tube cd players in general. I like t .......
30: Re: Just bought the Shengya S10, but there's a problem. (7.39)
Posted by Jeff Aguilar on 2004-09-07, 14:09:49 (63.226.222.134)
I had a friend over last week so I could show him the difference with cables in my system. I have heard people talk all the time about how different cables sound different and I had not in the past re .......
31: Question . . . please . . . be gentle (7.09)
Posted by hukkfinn on 2008-02-23, 12:22:12 (151.197.189.171)
I am curious, how does the DAC in the Cayin CDT-17A compare to what else is out there in this day of newer/better DACs? I have read that the DAC in question is "24-BIT / 192kHz ( PCM 1792 Burr-Brown .......
32: RE: This way I appreciated it more (7.08)
Posted by reb on 2009-06-25, 05:53:34 (72.80.165.144)
There have been a few that have come and gone since we last spoke. During that time a friend of mine sold me a Cayin CDP-17A for dirt cheap. It sounded very digital and sterile and my intention was fo .......
33: Can you really hear the specs? (6.94)
Posted by Socrates428 on 2005-03-26, 11:29:18 (68.235.168.103)
You can find a reciever, dvd player and speakers at bestbuy that would make a great audiophile $10k system look vastly inferior on paper, but in audio the ears, not the "eyes" have it. The Cayin is a .......
34: Cayin CDT17 or Consonance Reference 2.2 or Shanling CDT100 or MF A5 or Plinius CD101 or Accuphase DP67 or Music Hall Mav (6.73)
Posted by satkabirs on 2005-11-11, 02:32:17 (203.187.196.193)
Looking for smooth, silky, Natural and relaxed sounding CD player for Tannoy Westminster Royal Speakers. I hv shortlisted these units: Cayin CDT17 or Consonance Reference 2.2 or Shanling CDT100 or MF .......
35: Re: Flash and the Pan?! Awesome! (6.53)
Posted by Jacek on 2006-09-27, 12:16:43 (208.253.23.130)
Josh, VPI Scout is really wonderful turntable. Only problem is that tonearm JMW-9 is not designed for certain cartridges because of "weight" or something. I am not sure why, but that some people said .......
36: Cayin CDT 15A Tube CD Player. Adv9ce Needed!! (6.41)
Posted by Pedro_4k on 2005-05-21, 17:44:22 (69.115.17.68)
I finally decided to take the plunge in getting a new CD player!! Cayin CDT 15A Tube CD Player. - With a free 120V converter for 120V power supply. Select 'Air Shipping from China' - shipping method. .......
37: RE: Noisy Cayin SCD-50T (6.35)
Posted by fitzgreen on 2013-02-20, 18:45:13 (75.67.112.138)
Thanks for your message. The sound is mechanical, coming from the CD player transport, not through the speakers. You can hear it with the rest of the system turned off. It is a whirring sound. When yo .......
38: Cary 308T - Still up today technically? (6.25)
Posted by Capt. Z on 2004-10-21, 02:04:26 (80.102.47.92)
In my search on replacing my 12 year old CAL Icon MK II, I have come alonge some interesting looking CD players. Some CD players that are interesting me is the Cayin 15/16 http://www.cayin.de/index_ha .......
39: How would you feel if I told you a friend, who I will not disclose...... (6.16)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2006-09-25, 10:20:05 (4.245.111.174)
Told me that the Cayin line was just plain terrible. And if you bought the stuff not made specifically for the US market it was even worse 'cause you had to send it to China for repairs and that is on .......
40: Re: Price of Theta pro Basic, nice post Bill (6.12)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 11:21:28 (68.108.232.40)
I see you have a good ear and are not afraid to post contrary to the "gods of audio" the mag reviewers. As if they know what they are talking about. I heard my friends Cary 303/200 but it was the Audi .......
41: Tjoeb 4000 Ref. against Cayin 17 - what is a better buy? (6.04)
Posted by halo on 2006-05-31, 04:05:49 (212.102.128.17)
Anyone tested? .......
42: Noisy Cayin SCD-50T (6.03)
Posted by fitzgreen on 2013-02-11, 15:13:29 (75.67.112.138)
I bought a used Cayin SCD-50T. At first, I noticed some noise coming from the player. But the sound of player was so very enjoyable, very detailed but not harsh, that I ignored it. As time went on, ho .......
43: Cayin CD players (5.87)
Posted by jarthel on 2002-04-07, 23:35:06 (138.80.22.196)
Anyone has experience on these players? Any thoughts on it? sound/build quality and reliability? Thank you. Jayel .......
44: cayin cd 17a vs. consonance reference 2.2 (5.72)
Posted by icorem on 2005-11-08, 01:45:06 (199.207.253.101)
Hi help me choose between the two. Anyone auditioned them head to head ? .......
45: Re: Has anyone compared ShengYa S-10 to Cayin 15A (5.72)
Posted by rosconey on 2004-10-07, 17:08:27 (64.136.27.228)
ive been inside my shengya-it is VERY well built and laid out. .......
46: Re: Cayin CDT 15A Tube CD Player. Adv9ce Needed!! (5.68)
Posted by Pedro_4k on 2005-05-22, 15:15:46 (69.115.17.68)
So, what are your recommendations? $775 is pretty much my price limit, and for a CDP, I would rather go new. .......
47: Cayin CD 17A clock jitter measurements (5.64)
Posted by yellofit@yahoo.com.sg on 2009-03-18, 21:39:52 (204.114.196.11)
Hi to all, did anyone came across the jitter readings before. Thanks in advance .......
48: Re: what is the current hi-end bargain - njoe tjoeb, esound, cayin or something else (5.64)
Posted by freddyi on 2006-04-23, 21:18:40 (24.197.68.6)
hey Todd - got bargain headphone amp to go with Fubar? .......
49: upgrading question (5.55)
Posted by Slartibartfast on 2002-04-29, 14:57:17 (213.142.70.216)
I am using a NAD C540 as a drive with a Cayin DA-2/96 tube DAC and am considering an upgrade with the LC audio XO-2 clock- would this be an improvement even if I use seperate components? Thanks for yo .......
50: Re: Spark / Cayin CDT-15A modification (5.49)
Posted by 254mm on 2005-09-18, 19:45:23 (219.77.82.3)
changing the ICs will have the most significant improvement effects coz the tube section followed the output of the ICs. .......
51: RE: CD players and CD transports are not gone from the Earth - Cayin Mini-CD (5.47)
Posted by fantja on 2021-11-06, 15:07:21 (104.137.51.234)
Anyone enjoying a Hegel CD Player? .......
52: RE: Line Magnetic LM 215 CD player (5.46)
Posted by RGA on 2013-01-29, 03:14:06 (119.237.2.151)
Well MHZS I have not seen here in Hong Kong but this is a pretty scathing commentary on them http://www.lampizator.eu/LAMPIZATOR/REFERENCES/MHZS/MHZS_CD66F.html Hong Kong audiophiles are pretty picky .......
53: Re: what is the current hi-end bargain - njoe tjoeb, esound, cayin or something else (5.46)
Posted by KKC on 2006-04-24, 21:11:52 (24.159.100.130)
I would say the Quad CDP-2 is one of the players that would answer your description very well. It is not hyperdetailed; if you read the Stereophile review that pretty much sums up what I think of it. .......
54: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (5.44)
Posted by vad69 on 2005-03-16, 17:47:57 (198.95.226.224)
cool! i just bought eastsound e-5 a couple of days ago. cant wait!! .......
55: HDCD (5.42)
Posted by Pedro_4k on 2005-05-22, 19:56:14 (69.115.17.68)
How important is HDCD? Should this be a major issue in choosing a CDP? I was thinking the Cayin CDT 15A, because the Jolida JD100 doesn't have HDCD. .......
56: Re: Cayin CDT 15A Tube CD Player. Advice Needed!! (5.41)
Posted by Pedro_4k on 2005-05-22, 15:18:36 (69.115.17.68)
I considered the shengya s-10. Only know one place that sells it and it's out of stock. I'd like to stay with new (as far as CDPs go). Thanks for the advice. .......
57: Follow up Q (5.38)
Posted by hukkfinn on 2008-02-23, 16:28:17 (151.197.189.171)
1. So the Cayin has a "standard" DAC for today's CD players? Not great, not terrible? Also: 2. is the upsampling/digital filter a totally separate concept from the DAC? Thank you again for your pati .......
58: Cayin CDT-15A Cd player (5.38)
Posted by dudeupsh@vaxxine.ca on 2003-09-06, 22:21:21 (209.5.215.94)
Has anyone heard of this company?Has anyone heard this player or purchased one.Your thoughts would be appreciated. .......
59: RE: virtue audio piano M1 cd player (5.37)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2012-01-03, 19:12:03 (121.54.29.21)
Another good CD player of similar price range is the Cayin A50T. .......
60: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (5.37)
Posted by vad69 on 2005-03-16, 10:48:34 (198.95.226.224)
pros-cons of each? which one is the best for rock? folks familiar with chinese hi-fi please share your thoughts... .......
61: Re: At what $ point are there no trade-offs? (5.34)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-06-07, 01:24:15 (68.108.232.40)
Cayin 17 tube paler. $1K shiped from China. I have no intentions of going/looking further. So $1K is my limit. Spending more does equate to getting more. Thats a fairy tale. .......
62: Integr. as a transport (5.30)
Posted by Rastaman on 2001-05-01, 12:36:28 (193.217.228.31)
Iam using a Cayin cd-player as a transport to my new dac, but when I push to close, I hear a big bang i my speaker. Do anyone have some experience of what`s wrong. Is there something I can do to solve .......
63: Drive for tube DAC?????? (5.29)
Posted by dave on 2001-11-05, 14:52:19 (213.142.68.125)
I'm looking for a suitable drive for my Cayin DA-2 tube DAC -currently I use a modified NAD 540- but X-mas is near... ;o) .......
64: Half Width Transport (5.28)
Posted by Mike C on 2020-01-24, 12:17:45 (87.113.156.244)
Having searched, I'm still confused hence this. To fit my cabinet I need a transport of about 220mm width maximum, and I want something very good to go with a superb ANK Dac4.1x. This is in a high end .......
65: Re: Spark / Cayin CDT-15A modification (5.26)
Posted by 254mm on 2005-09-18, 19:41:58 (219.77.82.3)
1)change the ICs to a mixture of OPA627 and AD797 2)change the tubes to vintage 6DJ8s 3)change the output caps to Multicaps or Jensens .......
66: CD player (5.26)
Posted by maya on 2004-07-06, 00:09:01 (62.98.97.111)
Which is the best Cd player between :Jolida JD 100H,CEC 3300,Cayin CDT15A,EastSound CDE5,Shanling CD T100? .......
67: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (5.24)
Posted by Antti on 2005-04-06, 22:53:20 (192.102.44.227)
I would say you made a good choice! :) What cd-player you've used before? Antti .......
68: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (5.24)
Posted by Antti on 2005-04-06, 22:53:20 (192.102.44.227)
I would say you made a good choice! :) What cd-player you've used before? Antti .......
69: RE: If it was me I would buy a Rega Saturn (5.24)
Posted by finnman500@hotmail.com on 2009-01-21, 10:59:57 (99.233.14.205)
It is difficult to recommend a player without knowing your price constraints. Therfore, I can only recommend what I am currently using which is the Cayin CDT-17A SACD player with tube analog output. .......
70: What 12AU7 for tube CDP? (5.23)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2012-02-19, 15:55:58 (121.54.29.21)
What other 12AU7 tubes would you recommend for a tube CDP, Cayin CD-50T. I'm currently using an RCA Clear top. .......
71: RE: CD players and CD transports are not gone from the Earth - Cayin Mini-CD (5.23)
Posted by old guy 42 on 2021-08-25, 10:06:46 (70.15.35.197)
Hey Bullet, Nice to see you back posting!!!! Hope all is well.. Sorry about this off topic post.... .......
72: Re: Tube based CDP's? Why do you use them - which is best? (5.21)
Posted by Maxxc on 2004-10-22, 03:54:07 (12.203.244.69)
You can also add: ShengYa, Cayin, Bada, Opera, Xindak, Heart, Kavent and Nelson audio. There is no best. The advantage is doing away with a large part of the digital nasties that make many CD's brigh .......
73: DAC use for a good CD player (5.21)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2012-03-10, 01:38:27 (121.54.29.21)
I'm currently using a Cayin CDT-17A which is a excellent tube CD player. Would you recommend a ESS Fabre DAC still? .......
74: Need advice on CD Player for Cayin TA 30 (5.20)
Posted by tracer on 2005-01-23, 09:20:03 (66.169.134.17)
I have bought the amp,and have solicited speaker opinions (thanks to many asylum members who responded).I am looking for a CD option around $600. Any ideas? thanks tracer .......
75: Re: what is the current hi-end bargain - njoe tjoeb, esound, cayin or something else (5.20)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2006-04-24, 18:47:23 (70.209.235.95)
Nope, don't have a headphone amp.... It's not like my apartment speakers will ever force me to listen privately. I'd either use my PC or iPod. (I'm not really a big headphone listener.) .......
76: Re: Tjoeb 4000 Ref. against Unico CD (5.17)
Posted by cruzmsl on 2006-06-06, 09:41:40 (12.13.161.4)
Njoeb Tjoeb uses E88CC or its variants E188CC, 6922, 7308 or 6dj8. ECC82 is a variant of the 12AU7. Otherwise, an interesting comparo. Can anyone comment on the Cayin 17? Rob .......
77: RE: Raysonic CD128 (5.17)
Posted by 3fd on 2008-03-09, 10:16:31 (68.191.57.119)
Will do Dave. I have not heard the original so it won't be apples to apples but I have had some very good named player thru here in the last year.Right now I am using my friends Cayin SCD50T and that .......
78: strange sound from Cayin CDT-15 (5.17)
Posted by Malloy on 2006-05-19, 20:56:40 (210.213.110.10)
Greetings! I purchased a Cayin CDT-15 tube cd player three weeks ago, burned it in, and it worked fine until a couple of days ago. The player has an option for upsampling to 24/96. I engaged the upsam .......
79: Re: Cayin CDT-15A Cd player (5.17)
Posted by 254mm on 2003-09-13, 04:37:38 (218.103.143.182)
a very good cd player with 2 analog outputs, one solid state and one tube-buffered. Machine made by Spark in China, a military based Co. well-kwown . .......
80: RE: CD players and CD transports are not gone from the Earth - Cayin Mini-CD (5.13)
Posted by bullethead on 2021-08-25, 12:30:04 (72.89.199.103)
Thanks, I rejoined specifically to share my findings of this as a transport. And to let people know CD players are still produced as turntables go out of fashion. .......
81: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (5.12)
Posted by philodox on 2005-04-06, 07:24:52 (142.107.100.95)
Well, I just bought a CD-E5 [110v version] from cattylink along with one of their Spider Racks... Here is hoping it arrives in one piece. :) .......
82: Re: "Member ..'tell their story'= spin their story..."..the laughs on me (5.12)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-26, 15:13:20 (68.108.232.40)
Well at least you can chuckle. First off I had my tech guy who had changed the opamsp in the Cayin, come over to give my system a judgement call. Seems I had my new Romlex commerical copper speaker wi .......
83: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (5.10)
Posted by vad69 on 2005-03-17, 09:28:30 (66.93.132.230)
yep. it was me.. sorry. :) these dudes have it for sale i think: http://www.timaudio.com/ you can also contact chinese people on ebay who sell shengya stuff and email them. they might be able to hook .......
84: Cayin CDT-17a ))))Anyone change the OP Amps on one (5.09)
Posted by reb on 2007-09-05, 17:38:23 (72.89.146.124)
The player uses NE5532 for the IV conversion and OPA604AP for the Filters. I'm settled on replacing the NE5532 with LM4562NA. Having a hard time deciding on what top replace the OPA604 with. I want to .......
85: Re: cdp's you bought and did not stand up to the mags reviews (5.09)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-27, 12:18:22 (68.108.232.40)
Salty nice review. Now I can understand why they sell so cheap on audiogan. Besides one guy I asked said he'd walk away with the cayin 17 he heard vs the Droplet. But hold on, cause Consonance is comm .......
86: RE: Descent CD player (5.08)
Posted by jseverino50 on 2013-07-05, 18:35:59 (121.54.29.21)
Cayin CD-50 T tube CD player. Excellent player at a good price. Also the Virtue Piano CD player. .......
87: RE: Taurus Audio (5.06)
Posted by Ma Teng Fei on 2008-03-24, 15:40:16 (124.78.164.139)
BTW....Chinese manufactures are not totally ignored in Stereophile. Art D. recently had nice write up on a new "all in one" Shangling piece.I also remember seeing a glowing review on a Cayin amp. (Two .......
88: Linn Genki or Meridian 507? (5.06)
Posted by scfan on 2003-06-10, 19:40:57 (210.74.235.241)
It's in the same price range here, 507 is a little higher. Both sound quite good. Any advice for me to make a choice? My stereo system: Dali Royal Tower Cayin MT-88 ( a valve amp, with 4 pcs of 6550 t .......
89: Cayin Spark CDT-15A (5.02)
Posted by rebonz on 2003-01-15, 19:41:43 (12.89.66.230)
Just wanted to know if anyone besides me has one of these tubed cd players and what you think of it. I just recieved mine from a fellow audiophile in Hong Kong a little over a week ago.The sound is ju .......
90: Spark / Cayin CDT-15A modification (4.98)
Posted by Jason Michael on 2005-09-18, 15:18:33 (203.117.92.2)
Hi, Just wondering if anybody had done the mod / tweak for this CD player. Which part/module will give the best benefit? (PSU/Analog/Digital or tube output). Appreciate if you could share your experie .......
91: Re: Tjoeb 4000 Ref. against Cayin 17 - what is a better buy? (4.98)
Posted by Frank25 on 2006-05-31, 08:38:27 (69.123.4.32)
When the orgional Tjoeb 99 came out it was pretty rare to find an offordable player with a tube output stage. It seems its alot more comon now, so you have many more choices. The Jolida JD100, Shanlin .......
92: NAD C542 CD player (4.94)
Posted by tkeady on 2005-11-22, 05:41:29 (204.137.64.101)
Looking at buying a NAD C542 CD player. Anyone have good or bad info? Will be using it with a Cayin TA-30 tube amp and Klipsch Forte II speakers. .......
93: Re: Good tube cd player ?? (not Ah ! and heart) (4.94)
Posted by jarthel on 2002-05-04, 17:27:47 (210.84.176.208)
I just bought a cayin tubed-player. A virtual unknown brand in the US but quite popular in Europe. The company that makes it in China also makes AES according to an article I've read in enjoythemusic. .......
94: Re: I'll offer my opinion... (4.88)
Posted by Fatcobra on 2005-04-05, 14:07:30 (207.69.138.202)
to your non digital question :) pair of triangle 202 celius, or zerius floorstanders (92db sensitive) and one of the following: used cayin TA-30 tube amp (push pull integrated) marantz 2270 reciever ( .......
95: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (4.87)
Posted by merc on 2005-03-17, 06:55:04 (24.175.45.220)
Dangit!!! I was trying to find out some info on this unit a few days ago and by the time I did... someone(maybe vad69?) bought the unit off Audiogon. :( Next time I need to be quicker I guess. ;) Vad6 .......
96: drive unit (4.84)
Posted by slartibartfast on 2001-11-02, 11:24:46 (213.142.68.77)
I'm looking for a suitable drive unit for my Cayin DA1/96 (tube output DAC) I'm using a "modified" NAD 540 at the moment (with a better power cord) - How about a Metronome Technologies drive? Can anyb .......
97: Re: Who else is using a Berendsen CDP-1 (4.82)
Posted by Jesse on 2005-11-02, 17:34:14 (65.148.24.35)
I have been using a Berendsen CDP-1 for about 8 or nine months and I am thrilled with it. I would suggest anyone who is in the market for a $1500. and up CD player to give it a listen. It outperforme .......
98: Re: what is the current hi-end bargain - njoe tjoeb, esound, cayin or something else (4.82)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2006-04-22, 15:26:46 (70.219.164.159)
CD player- Don Allen modified Philips 5-disc carousel. DAC- Lavry DA10, Lite Audio 38. USB DAC- Firestone Audio Fubar II w/ Supplier PS. .......
99: RE: Cayin CDT-17A player Modification break-in (4.81)
Posted by jaydacus on 2011-10-28, 08:18:01 (76.105.151.30)
If a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it, does it still make a sound? Unknown. If a CD player is playing and there is no amp powered up, is it still making sound? Yes. The CD player has no wa .......
100: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (4.79)
Posted by Maxxc on 2005-03-16, 17:37:27 (12.202.121.230)
Sorry, I missed your earlier post about the Eastsound. I see you didn't get any replies. Not surprising. I don't know how many Eastsounds have actually made it to North America. Very few I'm sure. .......
101: Best CD Player $500 or less? (4.73)
Posted by Texas42 on 2004-03-05, 19:12:13 (69.91.0.124)
Looking for opinions on the best two channel playback (CD) for $500 or less. Can be new/used, DVD, or CD only. SACD and HCDC is a plus, but really just looking for the best 'bang for the buck' unit ou .......
102: Best CD Player $500 or less? (4.70)
Posted by Texas42 on 2004-03-05, 20:15:09 (69.91.0.124)
Looking for opinions on the best two channel playback (CD) for $500 or less. Can be new/used, DVD, or CD only. SACD and HCDC is a plus, but really just looking for the best 'bang for the buck' unit ou .......
103: RE: None Of My Rigs Decode HDCD....... (4.70)
Posted by milagmilag on 2009-01-11, 18:30:42 (74.59.159.79)
Hello, For what it's worth, I am thinking of selling my HDCD-able ( and switch-on-the-fly upsambpling) Cayin 15-B cd player. HDCD makes a difference, listen to Neil Young at Massey Hall, a stunning re .......
104: Recommendations (4.70)
Posted by lightfla on 2008-02-07, 15:35:31 (71.196.123.168)
I own a CAyin SCD 50T. really like it except for the periodicwhite noise issue that appears common with these units. Looking to upgrade and wondering what i should consider.. been reading about the Le .......
105: Cayin 17A tube CDP (4.69)
Posted by Audiopath49 on 2006-12-19, 23:50:48 (24.71.208.124)
I have rum across this Chinese made player that has a 3 year warranty & is serviced in the US.It uses 4 tubes and purportedly has all the detail & frequency extension of the better SS units whilst hav .......
106: RE: Looking for full balanced integrated CD player with warm analog sound (4.59)
Posted by yoms on 2008-02-15, 02:04:20 (192.54.144.229)
Hi, Cayin CDT-17A seems as good choice as well. Can be found at a good price, full balanced, tube based. The question is: does a tubes replacement (by a model to be defined) would make it sound really .......
107: Re: BLUENOTE STIIBERT (4.58)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-24, 16:53:24 (68.108.232.40)
Yep, my friend had a Cary 303/200, Broke 2 X's in a few months. says Cary "oh we've worked out all the glitches" yeah right. Like i say just the weird sounding name raises a bright red flag. I'd never .......
108: RE: Noisy Cayin SCD-50T (4.57)
Posted by Cougar on 2013-02-19, 16:27:52 (68.8.154.116)
Is this a straight Transport or CD Player that can be used as a Transport? which output/s are you using? have you tried another transport with this DAC or different DAC with this Transport? tried diff .......
109: Re: All Of Them, nice post, thanks (4.53)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 08:38:01 (68.108.232.40)
Lummy, nice post, a few more like yours and we will all have info that will help direct us to the finer cdp's. Sometimes these little things you mention are tell tale signs of bigger problems down the .......
110: Re: Need advice on CD Player for Cayin TA 30 (4.52)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-01-24, 07:04:58 (205.188.116.7)
Hi Again Tracer, Of the CD Players.I've either owned or listened to. The Rega Planet (original) or 2000 models were nice. Also consider looking for an older Arcam Delta 70.2 or, Mod Squad Prism or Mir .......
111: Which is best Chinese Hi-end audio brand ? (4.51)
Posted by Polo on 2005-09-14, 08:16:24 (64.26.145.10)
Hi guys, There are quite many Chinese Hi-end Audio brands these days appear in North American market like Shanling, Cayin, Xindak... just to name a few. They all look very impressive for the price, bu .......
112: Re: Opinions on Simaudio Mood CDPs, in particular Equinox SE or CD5.3? (4.50)
Posted by solidstate9 on 2007-05-14, 09:44:15 (161.184.175.37)
I am interested in your results comparing the Sim moon's to the Musical fidelity A5 as my dealer carries both. The dealer also has Cayin, VPI, Canary, Bryston, Pass, Wilson etc. a good cross section o .......
113: Re: Just bought the Shengya S10, but there's a problem. (4.48)
Posted by Jeff Aguilar on 2004-09-08, 08:25:35 (24.18.4.219)
Before I got my TAD-150, I ran my cd player through the cd input of the Cayin. So, for about a year. The silver wire of that connection still sounds very different than the copper connections of the o .......
114: Re: Cayin CDT 15A Tube CD Player. Adv9ce Needed!! (4.43)
Posted by rosconey on 2005-05-22, 03:48:04 (4.157.29.131)
for that kind of money i would take a look at a used mini max cd player- the shengya is a nice cdp -ive had mine for a year now with no problems -i think a guy on ebay still has some us voltage ones- .......
115: Re: Cayin CDP vs. Cary 303/300 (4.41)
Posted by akino on 2005-07-15, 04:19:20 (69.209.9.42)
While I cant speak for either of the two players you mentioned, I can add some general info regarding overseas players. I happen to be in the market as well. What I'm finding is that you can pick up a .......
116: Re: E5, Shangling s100, shangling s100 mrkII, Shengya s10, others? (4.38)
Posted by Kavin on 2006-03-18, 16:26:02 (62.254.128.5)
what about the Caying 17a ? i have read on some french forums & germany that this cd player kiss arse? http://www.ornec.com/product/US/100077 .......
117: Re: Just bought the Shengya S10, but there's a problem. (4.35)
Posted by MGH on 2004-09-07, 13:34:11 (132.183.10.162)
Jeff, I have the TAD Cayin TA30 integrated also. I didn't realize that only CD input on the integrated is silver wired - I thought all the inputs were silver wired. But I actually have the Shengya ho .......
118: On the tube issue... (4.32)
Posted by Dakajobanh on 2006-04-07, 15:58:26 (66.30.140.105)
What tubes have you used and do you like in your Alpha? In your amps? I just replaced the Alpha's EI's with Raytheon 5751's but have not had a chance to do any serious listening. Definitely an improve .......
119: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (4.25)
Posted by Maxxc on 2005-03-17, 06:01:54 (12.202.121.230)
You made the right choice. Where did you get yours from? There is a group of audio enthusiasts who I am associated with who have been trying to get a hold of the E5 with no luck. I was lucky enough t .......
120: CD Paraphernalia-Help (4.24)
Posted by MillHouse1835@aol.com on 2009-08-12, 13:47:47 (72.147.52.128)
Hello all. I would like to learn more about CD cleaners, treatments and reflection control. I have 2 nice players--Raysonic CD128 and Cayin CD50T. I dont mind spending money on CD "stuff" if it works .......
121: Re: what is the current hi-end bargain - njoe tjoeb, esound, cayin or something else (4.23)
Posted by Hansson3 on 2006-04-23, 06:31:19 (69.105.38.60)
The Jolida JD 100A could be the ticket. Has a real tube output stage, not just a buffer like some others. Under $1000 new, mods available are many, but tube rolling probably the best tweak, IME. ::: T .......
122: "Member ..'tell their story'= spin their story..." (4.22)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2006-09-26, 09:24:40 (4.245.104.110)
ROTFLMAO! Isn't your incessant promotion of your Jadis, Cayin and Thor's, and KT90's just that? There is no more objective reason for your statements than those which can be made by others in support .......
123: Re: Just bought the Shengya S10, but there's a problem. (4.21)
Posted by Jeff Aguilar on 2004-09-07, 09:48:32 (24.18.4.219)
I ran into the same problem too. On my Cayin amp, the cd input has silver wire and all of the other inputs are copper. I found that when I used the copper inputs and copper interconnect wires, the sou .......
124: RE: Noisy Cayin SCD-50T (4.18)
Posted by fitzgreen on 2013-02-19, 17:54:28 (75.67.112.138)
It's a CD player. The unit has three outputs: digital optical out, solid state analog out and tube analog out. I'm using the tube out, which means I employing the onboard DAC. The noise doesn't change .......
125: RE: compatability is a PIA (4.15)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2022-08-29, 07:38:13 (172.98.87.73)
I guess if you have multiple digital sources (using both a CD transport and a streamer, for example), these would be viable solutions..... In my case, I had a Cayin RU6 dongle DAC, I was impressed wit .......
126: How much improvement will a DAC make? (4.15)
Posted by dbishopbliss on 2004-12-28, 14:22:09 (148.87.1.171)
I'm putting together a system and I'm trying to decide between a new CD player or an seperate DAC. Here's my setup: Sony DVP 7700 Cayin TA30 (EL34-based tube amp) JM Reynaud Twins Mk II What do you th .......
127: True balanced design questions (4.14)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2009-02-09, 20:11:22 (70.72.229.138)
For items that are truly balanced (ie. Ayre products), I understand the sound is better than unbalanced. Now given that a balanced cable and unbalanced cable are (I think) simply a means of getting th .......
128: Re: Review, Cayin CDT-17A Tube Output CD Player (4.12)
Posted by daleda on 2005-08-21, 07:35:34 (24.27.14.155)
I was curious about this player as well - but ended up buying a Xindak SCD-2 (later version with all copper chassis and tranny cover and many exceptional quality parts-throughout-no skipping problem a .......
129: I'm just seeking a place where feedback (4.11)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 12:46:41 (68.108.232.40)
Can be freely expressed. I knwo for a fact there are cdp's that had glitches. All we can do is report it, and also report how the manufacturer dealt with the issue. The post on Audiogon was that his B .......
130: Raysonic CD128 CDP (4.02)
Posted by carusoracer on 2006-10-04, 10:57:10 (170.128.174.135)
OK, Take it easy hear members:-) Anyone heard or know about what's under the hood good or bad about the new Raysonic CD128 CDP. Blue Moon award from sixmoons.com I'm in the market to replace my Music .......
131: Raysonic CD128 CDP (4.02)
Posted by carusoracer on 2006-10-04, 12:04:59 (170.128.174.135)
OK, Take it easy hear members:-) Anyone heard or know about what's under the hood good or bad about the new Raysonic CD128 CDP. Blue Moon award from sixmoons.com I'm in the market to replace my Music .......
132: Re: This CAN'T be true - Opera Consonance cd 120 (4.02)
Posted by Florian O on 2006-04-27, 04:12:07 (62.13.28.45)
Well, since I am also intrested in this CDP, let me try to get some more details: - In which way was the Droplet "better" (or in a "different class") ? - More in the same price bracket: How does the C .......
133: Passthrough mode... (4.01)
Posted by Ceres on 2008-06-16, 21:39:20 (64.252.164.32)
The way to get the player into passthrough mode is to press "menu" then "select" then press "select" again to place it in the passthrough setting. I think this was mentioned later in the article. It i .......
134: Re: Spark / Cayin CDT-15A modification (4.00)
Posted by Jason Michael on 2005-09-19, 11:35:14 (203.117.92.2)
Thanks for your reply. Currently using AD8066, will try to look for the OPA627 & AD797 combo as well as the Vitage 6DJ8 tube. As for the Jensen PIO, do I still keep the 0.1uf bypass cap or just remove .......
135: Re: Review, Cayin CDT-17A Tube Output CD Player (3.97)
Posted by audiophile121 on 2005-08-21, 21:45:58 (66.108.197.36)
mwchu wrote: "A tube CD player from China, how good can it be? " Apparently, not too good: .......
136: RE: Noisy Cayin SCD-50T (3.97)
Posted by Cougar on 2013-02-20, 16:42:58 (68.8.130.83)
Hi Fitzgreen, let make sure I understand this correctly. The noise is mechanical or coming through the system from the CD player? when the volume is turned all the way down do you hear this noise comi .......
137: Re: It would be helpful if..... (3.87)
Posted by mwchu on 2005-08-22, 11:57:51 (172.135.60.162)
Rick, thank you for your feedback. I learned a lot from the postings on Audioasylum in the past. I felt I should do something in return to show my appreciation to all other inmates for their contribut .......
138: read my post :) (3.82)
Posted by jarthel on 2002-05-07, 06:28:46 (210.84.176.8)
Hi. I'm also in Australia. well, northern Australia. Someone posted a link on another forum for a Cd player made in China. After alot of research I found that this company makes Cayin (a brand known i .......
139: DIfference in DAC audio quality from differnt sources (3.81)
Posted by pepeelvis@yahoo.com on 2008-02-29, 13:38:04 (157.130.29.198)
In my current set up I am playing using a dvd player with a digital input into my Musical Fidelity DAC as well as running a USB from my MAC. That then feeds into my Cayin AT88. My music is downloaded .......
140: I have this... (3.81)
Posted by jarthel on 2002-05-13, 05:58:41 (210.84.176.238)
Cayin CDT-15A. made in china by the same company that makes AES amps. I always tote that in my replies as I think that's a highly regarded company. Here are some features: 1. HDCD 2. choice of SS or t .......
141: Re: Cayin 17A tube CDP (3.79)
Posted by ahlgren11@telia.com on 2006-12-25, 01:22:42 (217.210.78.247)
Hi Bill I have used the CDT17A for about two years now, and I think its ok. Considder the price I would say its very good. No exotic circuits, but well built on basic design. Philips driver 2xB&B 1792 .......
142: Re: cdp's you bought and did not stand up to the mags reviews (3.79)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 14:52:24 (68.108.232.40)
Yes the mags , like everything is centered around the money factor. The big labs that wish to bring their products to the forefront of the GIGANTIC US market must get their ads in the mags. Its the ma .......
143: RE: keeping things in perspective (3.78)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2015-07-09, 02:35:05 (91.13.210.182)
The Who on CD or original LP pressings? The original masters were fine, to me remastered stuff doesn't usually sound good. Someone else suggested an Audio Note tubed dac. The audio notes not only have .......
144: Chinese CD players! Which one? So confused!! (3.76)
Posted by Kip on 2005-10-11, 15:21:06 (68.163.34.234)
Eastsound, Xidak, Jungson, Shengya, Cayin, Jolida, Opera-Consonance, Original, Shanling or Bada. Holy Cats! I have read the rave reviews on the Eastsound CD-E5 and am so close to a purchase, then some .......
145: Need feedback from DAC owners! (3.76)
Posted by Maggie Guy on 2003-06-12, 04:44:47 (68.158.61.80)
I would like to get some input from DAC owners especially Perpetual Technology owners as to the level of improvements brought to their systems by the DAC. I am planning a second system for a small roo .......
146: Re: CAYIN 17t vs ORIGINAL cd-2008 vs EAST SOUND cd-e5 (3.73)
Posted by Antti on 2005-04-06, 00:18:22 (192.102.44.227)
Hi! I just want throw my opinions in. I have also ESound CD-E5 cdp. The burning process is still on it's way, but I can even now tell that it is a wonderfull product. Before that I owned Vincent CD-S3 .......
147: Which budget CD Changer: Onkyo DX-C390 or Marantz CC4300? (3.68)
Posted by machani on 2004-09-22, 13:44:09 (24.87.215.133)
Hi inmates, I would like to invest around $250 for a budget CD changer and, after doing some research, am considering either an Onkyo DX-C390 or a Marantz CC4300. Other than the fact that the Onkyo ha .......
148: I tried and.... (3.59)
Posted by krzys on 2005-10-21, 06:41:21 (199.22.61.2)
Instead of making theories, I simply tried. I can confirm that the sound is indeed very good, very spacious, detailed. Albeit it is a notch under my 24/96 upsampling transport (Cayin CDP 15A) it is cl .......
149: Review, Cayin CDT-17A Tube Output CD Player (3.58)
Posted by mwchu on 2005-08-20, 12:46:20 (24.24.231.124)
A tube CD player from China, how good can it be? This was the first question I asked myself when I heard about the Cayin CDT-17A. But after reading the reviews from Audiogon, Audioasylum and reviews f .......
150: RE: Best affordable CD Player? (3.56)
Posted by Mike C on 2019-10-13, 15:30:41 (213.162.116.20)
To answer your question, I can confirm that the Tascam CD200 is a fine sounding player and exceptional value. I bought one to use as a transport; it was good for that, but I was pleasantly surprised b .......
151: Used CDP Bang for Buck: Cambridge D500SE or Cal Ikon MkII? (3.47)
Posted by SCEvans on 2004-02-08, 10:17:53 (205.188.208.9)
Almost total vinylhead here but desire the option of playing CDs according to material availability and friends'/girlfriend's desires. Like nice gear but CDP isn't a huge priority. I'm somewhat well i .......
152: RE: I vote Tascam CD-200 (3.45)
Posted by Mike C on 2015-11-27, 15:43:43 (194.75.3.109)
I have a Tascam CD200 that I got to use as a transport with a Luxman DA-06 dac. This dac buffers and reclocks the data and I guess it does this very well, as I can't detect any difference in sound wit .......
153: New player conundrum...top loader to front loader (3.44)
Posted by Richard 'Funk' Huxley on 2004-10-16, 05:44:05 (81.174.245.227)
Hi, I got no space for my Roksan Attessa cd2p mkii as its a top loader and the top shelf is taken up by my linn tt :( Can anyone recommend a front loader that will match if not better this player? I w .......
154: Well... (3.42)
Posted by Deon G on 2003-05-28, 06:02:51 (62.210.124.242)
Unfortunately, I'm down near Nice. Not much to demo down here, hence my interest in home trials. I may come up to Paris but it won't be soon. Thanks for the offer though! Players I've been considering .......
155: Channel Island VDA-1 & VAC-1 or New CD player. (3.31)
Posted by Johnsin on 2003-12-28, 11:04:20 (61.62.15.58)
Hi All, I am currently using Pioneer DV-655A as my digital source connected to Primare I20 using a pair of Seas Odin as speakers. Now, I am in the market for a new CD player, my budget is around USD 6 .......
156: Help with tube selection 6dj8/6922 for MiniMax CDP (3.16)
Posted by Dakajobanh on 2006-01-16, 12:36:07 (24.61.231.9)
I recently purchased a MiniMax CDP and expected to hear amazing things but unfortunately I am initially dissapointed. I'm hoping a tube change from the stock EH 6922's to a different tube will give me .......
157: RE: Can I transmit full CD quality to a dac wirelessly? (3.14)
Posted by swfarrar on 2019-01-19, 07:10:12 (108.255.56.241)
For several years I've been streaming music from an iTunes library on an iMac over WiFi to an Apple TV. Output from the Apple TV was optical to a Wyred4Sound Remedy Reclocker, then to a Simaudio 300D .......
158: Re: Njoe Tjoeb 4000 owners. Break -in? (2.88)
Posted by brashgordon on 2005-06-13, 23:57:16 (67.1.145.150)
I've owned one for about a year...it was good out of the box but after a few hundred hours it loosened up and became downright engaging...I had all available upgrades (feet, P/C, up-sampler) installed .......
159: 1990 JVC XL-V231 ($300) vs. 2007 Marantz SA-8001 ($900) (2.85)
Posted by MIJS on 2010-05-19, 07:58:37 (140.32.16.101)
I had to do it. I conducted a comparo between the two CD players over a 3 evening time span. Both players were connected directly to my Cayin A-50T with AQ King Cobra cables. I have many CDs that I've .......
160: Re: Can you really hear the specs? (2.70)
Posted by Maxxc on 2005-03-26, 15:39:52 (12.202.121.230)
Other then the part about specs on paper not meaning much, I totally disagree. "The Cayin is a 1/4 the price and has porportional build and parts quality". For starters, your paying a premium for the .......
161: REVIEW: Musical Fidelity A3-24 Upsampling DAC CD Player/Recorder (2.67)
Posted by E-Static on 2002-12-17, 03:33:16 (212.157.192.124)
Model: A3-24 Upsampling DAC Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $1100 Description: 96KHZ/192KHz Upsampling DAC Manufacturer URL: Musical Fidelity Manufacturer URL: Mu .......
162: REVIEW: Musical Fidelity A3 24 DAC Processors (2.60)
Posted by E-Static on 2002-12-19, 08:05:02 (212.157.192.124)
Model: A3 24 Category: DAC Processors Suggested Retail Price: HK$16,000 Description: 24 Bit 96/192K Hz DAC Manufacturer URL: Musical Fidelity Manufacturer URL: Musical Fidelity Rev .......
163: Time to upgrade my Rotel RCD971; Suggestions? (2.58)
Posted by JoshT on 2006-04-24, 08:36:38 (38.112.153.190)
Am looking for a sub-$3,000 two channel CD/SACD player. Even less $$ would be even better. I would consider a redbook only player, since I don't own more than a few dozen SACDs and have a universal pl .......
164: Re: LINN IKEMI or other cd players (2.55)
Posted by brunolev on 2002-03-06, 01:28:09 (195.33.105.17)
firstable, excuse my poor english (i'm french) but as I'm the owner of an Ikemi since almost two years, I would like to give you my advice on this model. I was before a NAIM fan, owning their old CDI .......
165: I've used EI's of several different types, NOS Tesla's...... (2.42)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2006-04-07, 17:26:55 (4.246.147.114)
Sovtek LPS, and EH's. (I've got too much tube stuff running to give these maximum attention, only so much money to spread around). :-) I've used the Elite EI12AX7 E and EG as well (as well as some NOS .......
166: REVIEW: Marantz CC4300 CD Player/Recorder (2.33)
Posted by machani on 2005-07-18, 17:37:33 (24.86.112.228)
Model: CC4300 Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $299 Description: 5 Disk CD changer. Also plays CD-R Manufacturer URL: Marantz Model Picture: View Review by mac .......
167: REVIEW: Marantz CC4300 CD Player/Recorder (2.20)
Posted by machani on 2005-03-31, 15:00:35 (24.86.112.228)
Model: CC4300 Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $299 Description: 5 Disk CD changer. Also plays CD-R Manufacturer URL: Marantz Model Picture: View Review by mac .......
168: RE: Monarchy NM24 vs. TADAC (2.05)
Posted by jbsl on 2007-12-30, 00:27:54 (24.174.62.196)
The TADAC is the first DAC I've owned and I'm very happy with it! I also thought about the Monarchy, I've owned the SM 70 pros and am still using the Monarch DIP 24/96 from my DVD player to my A/V rec .......
169: Considering Getting Accuphase DP-720 (Long) (1.77)
Posted by Mike C on 2015-04-27, 16:58:48 (80.189.51.86)
First, I'm highly into vinyl with an excellent setup (Teres, Moerch DP-8, Zyx 4D, first rate phono stage). I have a good SET valve system. Musical tastes are classical, folk, some jazz, some pop, and .......
170: REVIEW: Eastern Electric Minimax CDP CD Player/Recorder (1.49)
Posted by dsockel on 2004-11-25, 11:05:37 (66.56.8.40)
Model: Minimax CDP Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $899 Description: Tube CD Player Manufacturer URL: Eastern Electric Model Picture: View Review by dsockel .......
171: REVIEW: Grant Fidelity CD-327A CD Player/Recorder (1.42)
Posted by jaghouse on 2012-02-26, 10:52:54 (64.134.31.27)
Model: CD-327A Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $600 Description: Tube CD player Manufacturer URL: Grant Fidelity Model Picture: View Review by jaghouse on Februa .......
172: REVIEW: Onkyo DX-7555 CD Player/Recorder (1.18)
Posted by machani on 2008-02-05, 01:39:18 (24.87.41.101)
Model: DX-7555 Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $699 Description: Audiophile grade CD player Manufacturer URL: Onkyo Model Picture: View Review by machani on Febr .......
Found 110 records in Hi-Rez Highway.
1: Cayin SCD-50T (11.02)
Posted by twystd on 2006-06-06, 08:57:58 (66.68.68.181)
Now that the Cayin SCD-50T has been out for a while, any updates on sound/reliability issues? How's the build quality? How many of you folks are using them? I'm in the market for a stereo (would consi .......
2: Re: Marantz or Cayin I think... (11.02)
Posted by notop on 2006-01-12, 14:08:35 (161.184.46.145)
Risky? Do you have something specific on this player(Cayin) I'm thinkng of buying one. Bill. .......
3: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (10.76)
Posted by AAA on 2006-06-07, 16:16:17 (203.218.28.229)
From my own experience, a passive heatsink without a cooling fan is useless for Cayin. Better try a low noise fan. .......
4: Re: SACD/Cayin SCD-50T Motor Noise - Normal ? (10.17)
Posted by porziob@aol.com on 2006-01-26, 11:58:40 (152.163.101.6)
The Theta is a major league product. Cayin is trying to play Double A ball. A difference of nite & day. .......
5: Re: Cayin SCD-50CT Tubed SACD player (9.97)
Posted by i.diez@free.fr on 2005-03-12, 15:37:00 (81.57.166.3)
I'm looking for this player too. The best price i obtain is 1009 US including shipping. I'll compare it with the Cayin CD-17A. .......
6: Re: An opinion - clearly stated as an opinion... (9.78)
Posted by AAA on 2006-02-15, 17:26:53 (218.103.149.217)
Can you post a picture of the internal parts of the two amp. Can it be that Cayin is the OEM (actually a large OEM factory) for AN? Otherwise, if AN own the patent for the circuit design, Cayin is bou .......
7: Marantz or Cayin I think... (9.53)
Posted by Joel_Waterman on 2006-01-12, 12:34:00 (129.42.184.35)
This maybe slightly risky buy the Cayin SCD50T can be had for under 1000 and it's an interesting machine with switchable tube/solid state output stage. The Marantz gets great reviews. Those are probab .......
8: Re: 6609-9? I thought the latest was 6609-8. Upgraded from 6609-5. (9.52)
Posted by AAA on 2005-03-19, 16:11:16 (218.103.150.74)
On serious audition, the Denon SACD sounds more grainy, less overtone and microdynamic to Cayin, especially when the Cayin I own has modded cap. But I think most will be quite happy to live with Denon .......
9: A nice Cayin SACD player... (9.44)
Posted by Aurel on 2005-11-18, 06:23:33 (134.158.41.241)
Hi, Isn't this Cayin SACD player nice ? I don't know what is the official retail price in the US. But I guess it can compete with mush more expensive products. Regards. .......
10: Chinese made SACD Players? Any good? (9.42)
Posted by QuadESL63 on 2007-06-18, 13:13:44 (68.144.165.110)
Anyone has experience with any Chinese made SACD players in the market (e.g. Cayin, etc.)? Are they (sonically and reliabily) good? For instance, brands like Cayin, JungSon, Shanling, etc. have some p .......
11: Just one correction... (8.73)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-08-29, 14:59:25 (69.209.62.108)
Some SACD players (here I am aware of at least two, the Cayin SCD-50T and Cary 306, both stereo SACD players) do offer the option to downmix the mch tracks to 2-channels. In the Cayin, I did not care .......
12: Re: Cary SACD Player (8.16)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-08-06, 17:12:48 (69.209.48.79)
I recently bought this player and it is indeed fantastic. It replaced a Cayin SCD-50T which is also a 2-channel cd/sacd player but with both tubed and solid state outs (I used the tube outs). The Cayi .......
13: White Noise in SACD Players-Why? (7.98)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-05-22, 17:47:37 (24.60.107.2)
Very rarely, my Cayin shifts from music to white noise at full modulation. Pressing pause then play returns the music. Happened twice in 6 months, so it's not a serious issue. I read that some other p .......
14: Cayin SCD50T and "the white noise problem" (7.87)
Posted by MariuszJ on 2007-03-14, 01:01:08 (83.26.218.75)
Hello, The problem was noticed on Audioasylum, I'm returning to it. May be someone has some new informations how to solve it. As a lot of Cayin SCD-50T users, I have a problem with accidentally genera .......
15: RE: SACD players (7.73)
Posted by finnman500@hotmail.com on 2009-04-18, 11:24:18 (173.34.107.15)
I am very pleased with the CAYIN CDT-17A SACD player w/ tube driven analog outputs for both RCA and balanced outs. The build quality is superb as is the sound. Great pace and dynamics. Plays RBCDs a .......
16: Re: 6609-9? I thought the latest was 6609-8. Upgraded from 6609-5. (7.70)
Posted by AAA on 2005-03-19, 04:26:00 (219.77.46.73)
See this thread. .......
17: Re: I expect so. (7.64)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-26, 08:48:59 (199.46.198.232)
Construction differences are certainly there. Theta had a noisy drawer and thin metal chassis, but very quiet motor. Cayin has thick metal work and very smooth drawer, but noisy main motor. The PWBs i .......
18: CORRECTION.... (7.61)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-03-24, 07:12:56 (12.163.162.2)
The Cayin SCD-50T cd/sacd player (a 2-channel player) does have the option to downconvert multi-ch to 2-ch. However, my experience with the player in that mode is not very positive as the downconverte .......
19: I've not done a lot of rbcd listening yet but what I will say... (7.56)
Posted by krisjan on 2005-12-22, 17:18:13 (67.184.30.31)
is that what I have heard is very satisfying. There is a recent cd of Dag Wiren string quartets on the Daphne label and I began listening to it to judge the rbcd performance on a string quartet and en .......
20: Thanks for the very useful review (7.47)
Posted by Mrcat on 2005-12-20, 23:50:48 (82.3.32.72)
I was looking on the Net at details of this player only the other day, so your timing is excellent. It cettainly looks like a contender. The Cayin brand does not have official distribution in the UK. .......
21: An opinion - clearly stated as an opinion... (7.31)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2006-02-15, 11:28:52 (87.245.79.236)
...is an opinion. There are people who just LOVE the sound the Shangling makes through it's very distorted tube outputs - I don't. And there is a RBCD player made in germany that uses a Playstaion as .......
22: Re: Noisy SACD player transport - an update (7.24)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-03-26, 10:08:54 (24.60.107.2)
That's a fast way to be damned :) It does seem the good folks at Cayin have been overly agressive in trying for a isolation frequency as low as possible. However, out of fifty CDs I played on it, only .......
23: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (7.19)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-06-08, 17:28:07 (24.60.107.2)
I will keep the fan on, then! .......
24: Re: A nice Cayin SACD player... (6.90)
Posted by tedbaron on 2005-11-26, 04:20:17 (71.65.62.69)
there's no display? .......
25: Cayin SCD-50T from nysound.com (nt) (6.83)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-02-25, 10:33:48 (67.184.30.31)
. .......
26: Re: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (6.83)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-02-13, 18:56:41 (24.60.106.168)
I have owned one for three weeks now. Seems to work well. I turn it on about 1/2 before listening and turn it off when done. Needs ventilation, runs warm. Magic brick over the transformers doesn't see .......
27: nysound.com is gone! The Cayin SCD-50T =$1800 now.... (6.73)
Posted by CBkid on 2006-02-07, 17:36:14 (205.214.170.231)
Does anyone know where I can get one for less or the original price? Thanks! .......
28: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (6.70)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-06-07, 19:48:48 (24.60.107.2)
Thanks for the tip. Did you try it and it overheated? Does it just stop playing or does it do something more spectacular? .......
29: RE: SACD Player Advice Wanted: (6.63)
Posted by davidhe19@yahoo.com on 2008-12-18, 21:16:22 (98.221.137.116)
Where did you get Cayin SCD 50? I could not find it anywhere in US. .......
30: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (6.57)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-06-07, 09:37:42 (199.46.198.232)
I have had mine for a few months now and have been generally very happy with it. I have absolutely no complaints about the sound, though I would not describe it a "tubey" or "romantic" - but rather "n .......
31: Re: quaint or not (6.38)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-28, 22:41:53 (24.60.106.168)
Thanks for the link. I recently purchased Cayin SCD-50T. I will register my system shortly. .......
32: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (6.31)
Posted by twystd on 2006-06-07, 17:49:36 (66.68.68.181)
Thanks for the info, I'll inquire about the noise issue (see if I can get the quiet fan). twystd .......
33: Here's the link to make it easier for you. (6.26)
Posted by DannyB on 2005-09-08, 18:05:19 (69.132.193.103)
See below. .......
34: Re: Opinions desperately needed on these prospects..... (6.17)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-31, 09:54:10 (199.46.198.232)
Cayin SCD-50T at $1200 from www.nysound.com is working very well for me via 6922 tube based audio output. .......
35: Good Luck! (6.15)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2006-02-16, 03:03:15 (87.245.79.236)
>Otherwise, if AN own the patent for the circuit design, Cayin is bound to breach of infringement. It is very very hard to patent a circuit that is not unique, and pretty much pointless becuase an eng .......
36: Re: TRL Modified Sony DVP-NS900V SACD/CD Player Review… (6.08)
Posted by lipmyreeds on 2006-03-17, 13:11:17 (71.114.26.49)
Brian, thanks for a nice review; this is potentially very good new for me since I have decided to upgrade my digital playback to take better advantage of SACDs. I'm a long-term vinyl addict but have h .......
37: Re: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (6.07)
Posted by akltam on 2006-02-13, 20:05:17 (66.100.84.254)
I would expect very good sound from this unit given the way it was designed. My only worries is the durability of the transport given that it is Sony. Do give us a user report later !!! Alan ::: TOPI .......
38: Re: Same warranty from both dealers?...............nt (6.04)
Posted by Doc Sarvis on 2005-11-21, 07:45:27 (205.208.209.108)
I doubt there's any warranty at all from NY Sound. Acoustic offers 3 yrs (although it's not clear where one would actually send Cayin components for service...) .......
39: RE: 2 Ch SACD, what players are recommended? (6.03)
Posted by D960 on 2009-04-29, 11:35:19 (90.186.163.78)
I do not know the price for this player in US, but I own the Cayin SACD player and am very happy with it. Its well built, and sounds terrific. .......
40: Re: Noisy SACD player transport - an update (6.01)
Posted by porziob@aol.com on 2006-03-25, 23:12:02 (152.163.101.6)
This really points to piss poor design on Cayin`s part. I`d be damned before copying offending discs to CDR for trouble free operation. .......
41: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (5.94)
Posted by AAA on 2006-06-07, 21:50:04 (203.218.28.229)
If you have read my old posts around one year back, you would know that the heatsink is useless and the player just hanged after around one hour depending on ambient temperature and ventilation. Just .......
42: RE: multichanel SACD cd can play in stereo? (5.94)
Posted by TGD on 2008-01-23, 09:16:22 (194.177.203.27)
Cayin SACD-50 is a two-channel player that offers multi-channel mixdown. So, it can be done, although the results are questionable. .......
43: RE: thanks, about what i expected (5.90)
Posted by Dimitry on 2008-12-04, 16:58:44 (65.96.67.238)
Try Cayin SCD-50T - tube and SS output, nice cosmetics and very good sound, especially on SACD. I think acoustic sounds have them in American AC version. My came from China a couple of years back and .......
44: Re: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (5.89)
Posted by AAA on 2006-02-14, 17:10:03 (218.103.145.98)
I don't think adding tube damper is effective, although I am using it. Maybe it is the tube is inside the player, and less vulnerable to sound shock as most tube amp. .......
45: Re: A nice Cayin SACD player... (5.88)
Posted by MDavis on 2005-11-18, 23:31:50 (64.136.26.226)
It retails for $1795 and has both tube and transistor outputs! If you listened to it and loved the sound then why would it matter if measurements of jitter levels were a bit high or if it was noiser t .......
46: Noisy SACD player transport - an update (5.79)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-03-25, 21:17:24 (24.60.107.2)
This may be of limited interest to the group, but... I opened my Cayin to investigate the source of noise on a few of my CDs during playback. The problem is that of the suspension of the inner playbac .......
47: Re: 6609-9? I thought the latest was 6609-8. Upgraded from 6609-5. (5.79)
Posted by Joaquin Mejia on 2005-03-19, 01:55:41 (80.103.41.206)
Cayind SACD player? What model? I was not aware of any SACD player from Cayin. .......
48: Constuction Quality (5.70)
Posted by notop on 2006-01-26, 17:59:37 (24.71.223.142)
I have owned 2 Cary players (CD) that have failed in less than 2 years.Looking inside both, and I have, the Cayin "appears"to be everybit as well built as the Cary.At a fraction of the price if it die .......
49: Talk about price gouging! (5.66)
Posted by sgb on 2005-11-18, 11:45:51 (68.225.106.197)
NY Audio lists this for less than $1K and ships from Hong Kong, Chad Kasem's price is $1.8K. Wow! .......
50: Re: Here's my initial review... (5.62)
Posted by Doug Otte on 2006-01-13, 08:40:35 (170.22.76.10)
Mark, thanks for the very detailed review. I'm happy to learn that the Cayin defaults to 2-ch mode. Does it encounter any difficulties or lapses when seeking the 2-ch layer of a hybrid disc? This one .......
51: RE: Newbie Question (5.53)
Posted by tgd on 2008-12-04, 02:16:28 (194.177.203.27)
There may be a few SACDs that are multi-channel only; I am only aware of a Telarc one. A stereo player will most likely not understand the multichannel format. The Cayin SCD-50T does allow mixdown to .......
52: Re: You may be right as this was my 2nd problem and the 18 month warranty is now up. (5.50)
Posted by AAA on 2005-10-21, 16:41:46 (218.103.152.252)
In my Cayin, apart from drilling ventilation holes, I have added a small computer chip cooling fan just above the DSD chip. No more hanging so far. But I believe a hotter chip gets better sound than a .......
53: Re: SACD/Cayin SCD-50T Motor Noise - Normal ? (5.47)
Posted by bublitchki on 2006-01-26, 19:48:56 (70.23.175.182)
If I'm not mistaken, I believe the disc spins faster when playing SACD's. Is the player just as noisy when playing red book discs? If so, that might be reason for concern. FWIW, my Sony SCD-1 is silen .......
54: SACD/Cayin SCD-50T Motor Noise - Normal ? (5.42)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-26, 08:09:35 (199.46.198.232)
I am VERY new to SACD (will purchase first disc today) and also new to this player, having just received it direct from China. It came with a small 110/220 converter, which I am using. I am used to ul .......
55: RE: What other players have you had (5.41)
Posted by krisjan on 2007-12-16, 11:25:14 (68.79.15.189)
I deliberately did not talk about other players in my review because my standard is real insrtuments and not other players. If it helps, I have had this succession of players over the past 8 years: So .......
56: Re: Just an end user setup (5.39)
Posted by AAA on 2005-10-08, 00:01:56 (219.77.35.254)
I am using a mod Cayin SCD-50T (the one I prefer amongst the six players), mod MING DA MC-368B amp using EL34, mod Aurum Cantus speakers, interconnect a self made silver cable, power, socket and speak .......
57: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (5.39)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-06-06, 11:47:59 (69.209.79.146)
I've had mine for about 6 months now and it has been terrific. I bought mine from nysound.com for just over $1000 with shipping. It came with a 110 to 220 v transformer since it is a 220 V version. I .......
58: I don't think so... (5.38)
Posted by Dimitry on 2009-04-07, 13:26:51 (199.46.198.232)
That has not been my experience at all. On my previous SACD player (Cayin SCD-50T), one could switch between SACD and CD layer on the same dyal layer disc (presumably same master). The differences wer .......
59: RE: SACD Player Advice Wanted: (5.37)
Posted by D960 on 2008-12-08, 04:34:08 (86.192.201.49)
I recently bought a Cayin SCD 50 player, which plays SACD and CD extremely well. It has a tube output, high build quality, and does not cost an arm and a leg like most other overpriced gear. I listen .......
60: Re: Try to switch on for more than 12 hours. (5.35)
Posted by AAA on 2005-10-19, 01:58:49 (218.103.158.126)
I have the initial impression of tube buffer is less favourable than transistor output in my Cayin SACD player, which as stated has lower resolution and less clear sound. But after burn in and especia .......
61: Re: I play lots of CD's on my Cayin 50T... (5.35)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-03-23, 10:43:55 (24.60.107.2)
I will probably send it back when it actually refuses to play CDs or SACD disks, which hasn't happen yet. It seems a bit too much to send it all the way to China complaining of a bit of noise. I also .......
62: At Sea...but with multi-channel :-) (5.25)
Posted by Joel_Waterman on 2007-10-06, 18:38:32 (68.122.9.191)
...some of these are 2-channel only (8260, Cayin), but the Yamaha and some of the other Marantz players do have multi-channel and bass management. I would suggest you just research them yourself to se .......
63: Re: Have you noticed that not many famous brands such as Denon and Marantz give you 2 transformers in an SACD Player ? (5.23)
Posted by slownlo on 2005-03-02, 03:28:46 (69.250.252.171)
> Are we making reference to the quality of this SACD player in comparison to some of the famous Japanese brands with that statement? I am not sure I get the jist of this thread... Has anyone HEARD .......
64: Re: A nice Cayin SACD player... (5.18)
Posted by TGT on 2005-11-18, 09:07:29 (216.69.63.254)
I would love to see a Stereophile review of this unit. Not so much for the subjective part but for John Atkinson’s measurement data. The subjective reviews are almost always positive for pricy CD play .......
65: I had an SCD-777ES for just over 5 years... (5.17)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-04-18, 16:06:19 (69.209.66.223)
The player was stock except for the firmware upgrade to eliminate the noise busrt issue. It NEVER failed to play any cd or sacd I put into it. I used it 5-10 hours per week. I recently sold it and mov .......
66: RE: Cary 306 SACD Professional - mystery feature? (5.16)
Posted by krisjan on 2008-11-04, 10:57:11 (65.89.19.196)
The feature is for the rare SACD without a 2-channel track. It will downmix the multichannel track to 2 channels so you can play it. The Cayin SCD-50 (which I owned briefly) also had this feature as w .......
67: I expect so. (5.13)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2006-01-26, 08:34:25 (87.245.79.236)
There is HUGE constructional qualily difference between a US made Theta and Chinese made cayin - and mechanical noise levels would be something I'd expect from this. You willntice benmore when you str .......
68: Interesting behaviour from SACD player (5.12)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-03-22, 20:23:36 (24.60.107.2)
My Cayin SACD player, sounds much louder on first tracks, getting progressively quieter on tracks 3 on. Sounds like a far away prop plane on track one, then gets wisper quiet on track 4 and stays that .......
69: You should consider the Cayin SCD-50T (5.12)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-05-29, 09:03:19 (68.255.100.188)
This is a 2-ch only player with a very nice tubes output (it also has a ss output). My unit has performed flawlessly for 6 months now. The one idiosyncracy is on SACD's with continuous music across tr .......
70: Re: The transport motor could not cause this issue, right? (5.11)
Posted by AAA on 2006-06-10, 15:21:10 (203.218.28.194)
I don't think the plastic or lubricant or motor are the culprit. It doesn't explain why the player can read some (just failure of SACD rather than CD) but not other discs, or hang after hours of play. .......
71: There aren't too many of those out there, but in that price range... (5.08)
Posted by theaudiohiffle on 2006-05-29, 07:22:10 (71.233.207.162)
....the Sony XA9000ES is generally regarded as the best sounding in this price range (via eBay). This assumes you want multichannel (at least as a future option). There also is the Marantz SA-15, the .......
72: Re: I expect so. (5.08)
Posted by MariuszJ on 2006-02-12, 10:22:56 (83.26.207.172)
The "hum" noise is maked by a little cooler in the rear of the metal processor board box. The cooler is not noisy itself, we can hear the sound of a flowing air. Cayin needs to arrange the space near .......
73: Cayin SACD 50T (5.06)
Posted by lightftl on 2007-08-16, 01:51:22 (66.176.148.5)
Anyone replaced stock tubes and fuses for this great player? Recommendations for tubes and fuse values? Stock tube output has two 6922 tubes and one 12AU7 tube.. all electroharmonix.. I like the Hifi .......
74: Re: Cayin SCD-50T (5.05)
Posted by twystd on 2006-06-07, 17:45:58 (66.68.68.181)
Hi Mark, I read your review in the asylum review section. Are you still using the stock tubes? I'll bet some nice old stock tubes would make the player sound even better. I don't have a lot of experie .......
75: RE: SACD player question (4.95)
Posted by D960 on 2009-02-12, 01:20:50 (90.47.204.9)
In most cases the SACD player switches automatically to the SACD layer, as a default. My Cayin SCD 50 T player (stereo only)works this way. It sounds fantastic, also with CDs. You can also switch manu .......
76: Re: nysound.com is gone! The Cayin SCD-50T =$1800 now.... (4.91)
Posted by betat on 2006-02-07, 18:42:47 (63.243.38.162)
Try Acoustic Sounds. They are going for $1795. .......
77: Re: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (4.88)
Posted by AAA on 2006-02-14, 03:02:43 (218.102.158.221)
You are lucky that your unit has a build in fan and I have to do my own mod after spending lot of time to find out the exact problem of disc reading error in this player. Can you post a picture how it .......
78: Re: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (4.82)
Posted by CBkid on 2006-02-14, 16:07:24 (205.214.170.231)
I just placed order on a pair of tub dempers. What do you think of the EH6922 Gold as AAA suggested, or there are better tubs? I am a handy person but not used to opening up units. The most tweaks I h .......
79: RE: I need headphones will all the deep bass, warmth and sparking HF of my Infinity speakers playing SACDs. (4.82)
Posted by radiodaddy on 2009-02-26, 18:35:13 (69.142.124.34)
I have Sennheiser 650s with the Cardas wire upgrade running through a Cayin HA-1A. Very smooth and lifelike - does classical proud. No edge on the highs - warm & natural. Bass is good - tight, not boo .......
80: The overheating issue causing skipping and ultimate disc reading failure (4.72)
Posted by AAA on 2005-12-30, 05:03:02 (219.77.46.158)
Three out of five of my SACD players using Sony DSD decoder chip have this problem, except the Denon 3910 and SA10. I had actually used a heatsink to my Cayin SCD-50T that employed the 'latest' 2753R, .......
81: Which would you buy? (4.66)
Posted by Faizal Ali on 2006-11-15, 10:32:15 (66.241.140.111)
Hello. I've decide to take the plunge into SACD; the number of releases that tickle my interest seems to have reached a critical mass that would justify purchasing a new player. My budget is around $1 .......
82: Re: ? (4.63)
Posted by AAA on 2006-06-12, 15:14:58 (218.103.145.42)
You are basically ruinning the discussion by busting repeatedly here. Do you have any statistics about drive failure for Philips? I think even the CEO of Sony himself does not have the answer and will .......
83: Re: Sony SCD-C333ES Owners: Does This Sound Familiar? (4.59)
Posted by CBkid on 2006-02-14, 18:33:53 (205.214.170.231)
I got one new about 5 yrs or so ago and immediately had it moded my Dan Wright. The merry go round thing happens right away, but never has skip tracks; however, it some time will spit the disk right b .......
84: Possible cause for reading error for SACD player (4.55)
Posted by AAA on 2005-09-18, 02:16:01 (219.77.45.158)
This is a follow up of my old post around 6 months ago for the cause of reading error in SACD player: heat. As one of my SACD player Cayin T50 is using tube stage for sound buffer, the inside cabinet .......
85: Re: SACD/Cayin SCD-50T Motor Noise - Normal ? (4.54)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-26, 12:12:52 (199.46.198.234)
I am sorry I didn't make myself clear. I am not trying to debate relative worthiness of either company or product. I am trying to get some information if the SACD players in general make more noise sp .......
86: All desktops are fan cool units. That is how the bunny got in there. (4.54)
Posted by CBkid on 2006-04-21, 11:31:33 (205.208.227.31)
Thanks for brought up the dust issue, I belive my awosome sounding tube Cayin SCD50T has a cooling fan in it; I'll check in it in a few months. Had it for two monthes, play hybri dately, perfect so fa .......
87: SACD player hangs and skips (4.52)
Posted by AAA on 2005-04-07, 20:45:03 (218.103.149.179)
With the widespread reports of SACD players failure, I have to report may third player anormalies amongst five of them. The newly acquired Cayin played alright for the first month, but started to skip .......
88: RE: broken Sony SCD-1 (4.47)
Posted by krisjan on 2011-12-06, 13:14:41 (99.141.233.113)
I owned a Sony SCD-777ES for 6 years (bought shortly after they came out) and, after a brief stint with a Cayin SACD player, ended up with a Marantz SA-11S2 player. I've had the Marantz for almost 4 y .......
89: Sound better after firmware upgrade for Denon 3910 (4.46)
Posted by AAA on 2005-03-18, 19:16:40 (203.218.28.25)
I am not sure as I haven't done an AB comparision (by reverting to old firmware), and seldomly use my 3910 for SACD playback. But after the new 09 firmware, both the SACD and DVD sound improve a lot. .......
90: Re: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (4.45)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-02-14, 05:43:06 (24.60.106.168)
I will post a picture later, but the fan is on the back of the aluminum box-like structure which is right below the transport. It looks like the small fan you see on high-speed CD-ROM drives. I though .......
91: Tube SACD player (4.41)
Posted by AAA on 2005-05-01, 20:40:48 (218.102.128.66)
I second your finding. I have listened to Shanling T200 as well with good impression. I am a user of Cayin SACD which also use tube output. Before adequate run in and more detail audition, one can eas .......
92: cayin scd 50t (4.39)
Posted by banker80 on 2006-10-11, 20:53:56 (74.135.179.208)
I need some help. I purchased a used 50t. I played it for 30 to 60 minutes on two days. It performed very well. Then I began to encounter the "overheating problem" according to the messages posted pre .......
93: I just hooked up my new Cayin 50T and have my fingers crossed.... (4.37)
Posted by CBkid on 2006-02-13, 18:40:59 (205.214.170.231)
It works perfect in the fist try on SACD and CD. As my fist impression, it sounded so much mass than that of my 3 plus years old Philip 963 with output stage moded. Hope it will get even better in a m .......
94: RE: At Sea with SACD Player Shopping (4.37)
Posted by Joel_Waterman on 2007-10-06, 12:22:39 (68.122.9.191)
Many people have reported good things about Marantz players - pick-up some older, well reviewed models like SA8400, SA-8260 (well liked by John Marks from Stereophile) or the newer SA 8001. Some peopl .......
95: Exactly! (4.30)
Posted by lipmyreeds on 2006-03-20, 14:10:27 (71.114.11.78)
John, you hit the nail on the head (IMO) when you state that the most important thing about this player is that it "opens the gates to those who could not afford either Alex's or RAMs players". That's .......
96: Re: Sending it back to China, via NY... (4.22)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-05-24, 05:35:54 (24.60.107.2)
No, Cayin doesn't have local repair facilities. They would take the uhit back during the warranty period, but it is a chore for me to pack it and send it. I would not probably do it over a once every .......
97: I've owned the Cayin for about a month now... (4.20)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-01-13, 02:22:59 (218.106.206.202)
I posted my initial impressions (very positive) on this forum. I purchased it through NY Sound for total price including shipping around $1160. The price included a 110v to 220 v transformer. I've got .......
98: Re: I hear no "noise" from my Cayin SCD-50T... (4.13)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-29, 18:24:59 (24.60.106.168)
Well, you are right. The noise is faint. A few inches away, with no music playing it sounds like a very small, quiet fan. The noise is slightly louder with SACD, but with no music, I can't pick it up .......
99: Because you keep throwing out the Denon 3910 multi-channel SACD player to prove your point and it does not as (4.13)
Posted by Teresa on 2008-01-26, 15:27:17 (75.0.2.244)
my Yamaha DVD-S1700 multi-channel universal also downconverts multi-channel to 2 channel stereo, confirmed by Michael Bishop even though he said it was not possible under Scarlet book standards. If yo .......
100: I hear no "noise" from my Cayin SCD-50T... (4.00)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-01-27, 17:59:12 (67.184.30.31)
It may come down to what you and I consider noisy. Yes, you can hear the faint sound of the disc beginning to load and spin. You can even hear a faint beep (similar to a computer transport) during the .......
101: I play lots of CD's on my Cayin 50T... (3.99)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-03-23, 09:36:41 (65.90.36.214)
...and have not experienced this phenomenon. I agree with the others who suggest that you go through the (painful and expensive) process of sending it back for repair (or perhaps they'll provide you w .......
102: KW SACD - Opinions, Issues, Problems? (3.91)
Posted by Dimitry on 2009-01-16, 11:52:00 (199.46.198.230)
I recently purchased a late production KW SACD player in apparently nice condition with the latest software. Reviewing available information, there are a number of interesting things with this player .......
103: Cayin SCD-50CT Tubed SACD player (3.73)
Posted by slownlo on 2005-03-01, 15:42:58 (69.250.252.171)
I have the opurtunity to get this players at well below market price. Has anyone heard this player? Does anyone own it? if so what is your impression? * Output level: 2.3v±0.5dB * Frequency response: .......
104: "I don't think the plastic or lubricant or motor are the culprit" (3.59)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2006-06-11, 02:55:04 (87.245.74.114)
Thinking is one thing - actual hands on experience is another. I'm not the only tech who says this, Richard Kern and Alex P both say the same, from their actual experience, as does David G. One link b .......
105: REVIEW: Cayin SCD-50T SACD player (3.57)
Posted by krisjan on 2005-12-20, 10:11:55 (67.184.30.31)
I imagine there are plenty of folks who are curious about this two-channel, Chinese-made CD/SACD player so I will attempt a very thorough evaluation. I apologize in advance for the lengthy comments bu .......
106: I agree - GOOD player (3.55)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-01-29, 21:09:54 (24.60.106.168)
I just finished listening to Cassandra Wilson's "Belly of the Sun" CD, the disc I know very well. I used my headphone rig, which is not state of the art but nice - Sennheiser 650 with modified Cardas .......
107: Here's my initial review... (3.30)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-01-13, 02:49:02 (218.106.206.202)
I imagine there are plenty of folks who are curious about this two-channel, Chinese-made CD/SACD player so I will attempt a very thorough evaluation. I apologize in advance for the lengthy comments bu .......
108: Re: Noisy SACD player transport - an update (3.21)
Posted by Dimitry on 2006-04-01, 21:51:56 (24.60.107.2)
I have taken the transport apart and found that the "O-Rings" are really small vibration isolators of complex shape. I have shimmed them with a nylon washers on the bottom, increasing compression a bi .......
109: REVIEW: Cayin (Spark) SCD-50T SACD Player (3.15)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-02-28, 11:34:33 (65.90.36.214)
Model: SCD-50T Category: SACD Player Suggested Retail Price: $1800 Description: 2-channel cd/sacd player with tube and solid state output Manufacturer URL: Cayin (Spark) Manufacturer U .......
110: You have a very real problem with reading comprehension (3.12)
Posted by Teresa on 2008-01-24, 21:22:50 (75.0.2.244)
I said "Thus if you have a 2 channel SACD player you cannot play the high resolution layer, only the CD layer. It is best to avoid these SACDs!" Your reply "All Denons 3910 players amongst others pla .......
Found 7 records in Inmate Central.
1: RE: Link showing specific factory and ownership where PrimaLuna is made? (11.22)
Posted by Andy43 on 2022-03-19, 16:51:00 (65.19.45.130)
FROM REVIEW IN ENJOY THE MUSIC: "As I just found out the Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co. LTD in China manufactures the subject Cayin A-70T amplifier and also the PrimaLuna line of audio componen .......
2: I agree...I've also heard them driven by a Cayin equipment with excellent results....nt (Newfoundland Time) (11.22)
Posted by millen on 2006-04-06, 13:26:43 (142.56.5.23)
. .......
3: Re: Cayin products (9.27)
Posted by subcoolman on 2006-06-19, 20:01:26 (66.41.139.238)
I've been seeing (and reading) more and more about these. If you do not do a review here, but if you can possibly find the time, a few quick impressions in an email would be most welcome! Jim "I don't .......
4: I don't think I've ever done this before (8.74)
Posted by driver on 2006-06-19, 07:33:43 (67.62.195.101)
Post a cat pic, that is. She will sit right there and listen to the stereo, provided it's not too loud. I'm pretty impressed with the Cayin CDT-17A that I'm auditioning. I might even do a review on it .......
5: RE: My Black Friday splurge arrived. (8.15)
Posted by Dynobot on 2020-12-18, 11:47:12 (72.217.102.158)
Nice...my Black Friday spurge was this Cayin N3Pro 'Tubed' Digital Audio Player . .......
6: The "ICK" factor (8.03)
Posted by Andy43 on 2018-03-01, 20:37:47 (63.225.5.70)
Personally, I try to avoid Chinese made goods whenever possible. I don't think it is at all "neurotic" to do so. I know many of us are more concerned about getting a great deal than what goes on in th .......
7: RE: Link showing specific factory and ownership where PrimaLuna is made? (7.86)
Posted by Andy43 on 2022-03-19, 16:55:24 (65.19.45.130)
Cayin/Spark is a subsidiary of Zhuhai Spark Electronic Equipment Co, LTD. which is owned by China National Aero-technology Import and Export Corporation (CATIC). CATIC is owned by the Chinese governm .......
Found 63 records in Inmate Systems.
1: qguy's Cayin A-70T and Usher X-719 (6.21)
Posted by qguy on 2008-11-28, 15:20:38 (206.108.31.34)
qguy 's Cayin A-70T and Usher X-719 System
IP Address: 206.108.31.34
Last Update: November 28, 2008 at 15:20:38
Amplifier: Cayin A-70T
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): Cayin A-70T .......
2: Guzzijason - Newbie Hi-Fi (6.21)
Posted by Guzzijason on 2004-11-30, 10:15:29 (76.99.30.159)
Moniker: Guzzijason System Name: Newbie Hi-Fi Amp: Cayin A88-T (switchable: 2 x 50 Watt RMS Ultralinear / 2 x 25 Watt RMS Triode) Preamp: None Speakers: Renaissance (Morel) Prelude 2-way transmission .......
3: David Chang - Primare/ Coda/ Cayin set up (5.54)
Posted by David Chang on 2003-07-03, 01:07:45 (175.156.96.105)
Moniker: David Chang System Name: Primare/ Coda/ Cayin set up Amp: Cayin M845i Preamp: Primare pre-30, Cayin Phono-1 Speakers: Monitor Audio PL300 CDP: Cayin Mars Table: (1)TW Acustic Raven Two with s .......
4: Arthur Power - Office (4.96)
Posted by Arthur Power on 2003-11-02, 04:56:29 (69.121.6.76)
Moniker: Arthur Power System Name: Office Amp: Cayin A-50T & Cayin HA-1A Preamp: none Speakers: Role Audio Kayak, Velodyne Mini-V, Powers Audio Model One, [Headphones] Sennheiser HD650, Grado SR32 .......
5: viclauyyc@gmail.com's One (4.30)
Posted by viclauyyc@gmail.com on 2011-10-16, 21:30:55 (96.51.75.7)
viclauyyc@gmail.com 's One System
IP Address: 96.51.75.7
Last Update: October 16, 2011 at 21:30:55
Amplifier: Krell KSA-200s Cayin A-88T
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): BAT VK-30 .......
6: bacchusbadong's Smooth (4.19)
Posted by bacchusbadong on 2007-05-21, 22:25:06 (203.144.75.18)
bacchusbadong 's Smooth System
IP Address: 203.144.75.18
Last Update: May 21, 2007 at 22:25:06
Amplifier: Cayin A-88T
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): none
Speakers: Opera II
.......
7: dd168168 - Main room (3.88)
Posted by dd168168 on 2008-11-18, 07:13:01 (99.238.104.8)
Moniker: dd168168 System Name: Main room Amp: Cayin 9804D Mono-block tube amp, with Shuguang 845C Preamp: Audio Research SP-9 MKII Speakers: Klipsch Heresy II Signature Velodyne DPS subwoofer CDP: Cay .......
8: Anacrusis - My Systems (3.75)
Posted by Anacrusis on 2010-08-21, 20:03:59 (99.64.102.96)
Moniker: Anacrusis System Name: My Systems Amp: DK Design Signature Cayin A88t NuForce Ref 9 (3 mod) Preamp: Cayin SC-5LS Speakers: Von Schweikert VR-4 r Magneplanar Tympani 1D Factory Restored TBI Su .......
9: Minus23 - Tube Starter (3.47)
Posted by Minus23 on 2004-09-04, 08:08:25 (71.204.104.218)
Moniker: Minus23 System Name: Tube Starter Amp: NAD C326bee, Cayin A-50t, Antique Sound Labs Wave 8 mono blocks - modded Preamp: N/A Speakers: Vandersteen Audio 1c, Fostex FE166es-r, Fostex FE206es-r, .......
10: russhudson@hotmail.com's main and second (3.13)
Posted by russhudson@hotmail.com on 2008-10-22, 17:16:20 (216.19.187.131)
russhudson@hotmail.com 's main and second System
IP Address: 216.19.187.131
Last Update: October 22, 2008 at 17:16:20
Amplifier: bryston 3bst and cayin 220c
Preamplifier (or None if Int .......
11: wskitche - Main (3.04)
Posted by wskitche on 2001-06-08, 03:38:00 (76.17.125.118)
Moniker: wskitche System Name: Main Amp: Cayin TA-30 Preamp: Audible Illusions Modulus 3a Speakers: Oris 200, Paudio 8" coax CDP: - Table: Ariston RD-11 Superieur, OL-RB250, AT440ML cart - Hagerman Bu .......
12: Michi - Where I'm at right now... (2.91)
Posted by Michi on 2001-12-17, 12:08:06 (173.164.63.245)
Moniker: Michi System Name: Where I'm at right now... Amp: Denon AVR-4308CI 4x Dynaco ST70 Preamp: Dynaco preamp, and mostly headphone listening (HD650's), in which case, ASL MG Head DT OTL Mk III, Li .......
13: Slippery Slope - My system (2.90)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2012-08-21, 11:30:40 (173.162.116.209)
Moniker: Slippery Slope System Name: My system Amp: Cayin A-88T Preamp: None- integrated Speakers: Usher CP-6311 REL Stadium III CDP: Playstation 3 - yes I need to change this Table: JA Mitchell Tecno .......
14: veeren@zonnet.nl - Olivais (2.82)
Posted by veeren@zonnet.nl on 2009-05-25, 02:38:05 (82.154.45.194)
Moniker: veeren@zonnet.nl System Name: Olivais Amp: Power amp, Leak ST 20 plus Border Patrol, Trends class D Preamp: Audio Note kit 1 with outboard psu. Speakers: Audio Note E CDP: Sony SCD 555 ES Tab .......
15: Balle Clorin - Balle Clorins analog and digital system (2.75)
Posted by Balle Clorin on 2004-06-13, 10:35:10 (84.213.198.146)
Moniker: Balle Clorin System Name: Balle Clorins analog and digital system Amp: Cayin 860 Monoblocks with 4 6550 tubes each J.Sound Labs KT120SET MK2SE Cayin 300B Accuphase A-36 Trinnov Amethyst Pream .......
16: suhang's Music Before Revolution (2.64)
Posted by suhang on 2014-04-25, 08:23:00 (78.180.143.164)
suhang 's Music Before Revolution System
IP Address: 78.180.143.164
Last Update: April 25, 2014 at 08:23:00
Amplifier: Cayin A-55TP
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): None
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17: erniejade - den (2.60)
Posted by erniejade on 2013-10-27, 12:29:34 (67.175.172.107)
Moniker: erniejade System Name: den Amp: McIntosh mc402 Preamp: Joule lap150A Speakers: Polk lsim705 CDP: Cayin scd-50. W4s dac2 Table: Technics 1200 /denon dl160. Cables: Wireworld eclipse IC acousti .......
18: mikeyc8 - Shindo Magic (2.60)
Posted by mikeyc8 on 2009-11-11, 12:57:25 (74.13.1.215)
Moniker: mikeyc8 System Name: Shindo Magic Amp: Shindo Montille EL84 Mullards Preamp: Shindo Aurieges MM Speakers: Coral Beta 8 CDP: Cayin AT15 Table: Lenco L75, Audiocraft AC300 MK2, Moerch DP6, Dyna .......
19: caspase's "Le comptoir musical" (2.49)
Posted by caspase on 2008-10-10, 06:36:50 (193.52.91.100)
caspase 's "Le comptoir musical" System
IP Address: 193.52.91.100
Last Update: October 10, 2008 at 06:36:50
Amplifier: Cayin 500/Adcom GFT 555II
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20: kymanor's Mine (2.48)
Posted by kymanor on 2012-05-21, 13:56:19 (216.222.219.1)
kymanor 's Mine System
IP Address: 216.222.219.1
Last Update: May 21, 2012 at 13:56:19
Amplifier: Classe 15
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): Conrad Johnson PV-12
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21: istvanfulop11@gmail.com - Digital (2.47)
Posted by istvanfulop11@gmail.com on 2020-08-01, 16:04:14 (184.145.35.68)
Moniker: istvanfulop11@gmail.com System Name: Digital Amp: Line Magnetic 518ia SE integrated amp Preamp: none Speakers: Coherent Audio GR10 ( Canadien Coherent Audio) CDP: Cayin Cd17A tube Cd player C .......
22: jazzwave - Entry level (2.42)
Posted by jazzwave on 2009-07-14, 18:44:09 (80.76.167.196)
Moniker: jazzwave System Name: Entry level Amp: Cayin A-70T with KT88 auto bias. Preamp: Preamp 26 Speakers: PSB floorstand CDP: Exposure 2010S Cables: Interconnect;Chord Cobra 3 Speaker cables: Nordo .......
23: afg - Simple (2.42)
Posted by afg on 2005-05-23, 22:33:29 (219.64.40.50)
Moniker: afg System Name: Simple Amp: Cayin A-88T (22W RMS triode mode) Preamp: None Speakers: Amphion Prio 620 CDP: Rega Planet 2000 Table: NAD 533 Cables: Transparent power, interconnects and speake .......
24: MikeWDC's OnlyOne (2.41)
Posted by MikeWDC on 2009-06-12, 18:25:40 (70.108.28.254)
MikeWDC 's OnlyOne System
IP Address: 70.108.28.254
Last Update: June 12, 2009 at 18:25:40
Amplifier: Cayin TA30 (modded by Paul Grzybek from Tube Audio Designs)
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25: siddy - Primary (2.37)
Posted by siddy on 2005-08-11, 09:15:33 (68.80.156.72)
Moniker: siddy System Name: Primary System Rev Date: 2005/09/22/20:13 System Rev IP: 68.80.156.72 Amp: Cayin A-50T EL34 integrated Preamp: None. Speakers: Paradigm Reference 100 v3 CDP: Tjoeb 4000 wit .......
26: Mortsnets - low volume, small room, budget (2.34)
Posted by Mortsnets on 2010-09-04, 19:21:13 (146.23.3.251)
Moniker: Mortsnets System Name: low volume, small room, budget Amp: Cayin A-50T Integrated Preamp: None Speakers: JMR Twin Signatures CDP: Modded Sony PS1, Don Allen modded Magnavox CDC, Rega Planet, .......
27: Ol Ken - sunroom system (2.33)
Posted by Ol Ken on 2018-01-10, 05:15:51 (24.146.7.11)
Moniker: Ol Ken System Name: sunroom system Amp: Yamaha A-S2200 Preamp: headphone amp - Cayin HA-1a Mk2, Audioquest RCAs Speakers: Totem Rainmakers, Polk Atrium 8SDI x 2 ( outside under soffits) Sennh .......
28: tlonergan@sky.com's Tims system (2.32)
Posted by tlonergan@sky.com on 2010-01-13, 07:59:43 (90.199.28.236)
tlonergan@sky.com 's Tims system System
IP Address: 90.199.28.236
Last Update: January 13, 2010 at 07:59:43
Amplifier: Opera consonance M800 power amps
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29: ablaudio's ablaudio (2.30)
Posted by ablaudio on 2011-01-23, 14:15:55 (173.67.241.167)
ablaudio 's ablaudio System
IP Address: 173.67.241.167
Last Update: January 23, 2011 at 14:15:55
Amplifier: Kailin(Cayin)1997 Super Mini - EL84 Marantz MA 5(s)Monoblocks
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30: Hens's Bedroom System (2.18)
Posted by Hens on 2007-03-19, 00:13:31 (203.198.168.241)
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31: hoporama's Den (2.17)
Posted by hoporama on 2015-06-21, 17:12:14 (69.254.150.118)
hoporama 's Den System
IP Address: 69.254.150.118
Last Update: June 21, 2015 at 17:12:14
Amplifier: Cayin A-50T integrated amp
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): None
Speakers: S .......
32: howardnair@comcast.net - name my system? (2.14)
Posted by howardnair@comcast.net on 2010-07-24, 11:44:58 (24.218.15.71)
Moniker: howardnair@comcast.net System Name: name my system? Amp: bottlehead stereomour--cayin 860's--scott 222a- 299c-340b-mcintosh 250 dared vp20 Preamp: scott 130=sony 2000f-pioneer spec 1-bottlehe .......
33: Kajtsu - Main (2.14)
Posted by Kajtsu on 2006-02-07, 06:20:28 (88.112.100.135)
Moniker: Kajtsu System Name: Main Amp: Leak Stereo 20 Cayin A50T modded to SED 6L6GC / Mullard 12AX7 reissue Nad C 350 Yamaha A960II Preamp: Tisbury Audio Mini passive pre amplifier Speakers: Tannoy G .......
34: NappyZulu - Zulu 1 - spend the money on the music! (2.13)
Posted by NappyZulu on 2001-05-17, 09:02:00 (24.163.111.213)
Moniker: NappyZulu System Name: Zulu 1 - spend the money on the music! Amp: cayin Preamp: ar sp5 Speakers: Vandersteen model 2 CDP: sony nc55es pioneer pd-f27 Table: Luxman pd277 / oyster blue Other S .......
35: tspit74 - My System (2.10)
Posted by tspit74 on 2004-10-22, 12:13:17 (67.173.42.210)
Moniker: tspit74 System Name: My System System Rev Date: 2005/03/07/19:31 System Rev IP: 67.173.42.210 Amp: Modded Cayin TA-30 EL-34 tube integrated Preamp: NONE Speakers: Monitor Audio-Silver 3i CDP: .......
36: Rpower - Living Room (2.06)
Posted by Rpower on 2003-06-28, 03:34:01 (67.140.200.156)
Moniker: Rpower System Name: Living Room Amp: First Watt F5 clone, Parasound A23, Harmon Kardon Citation 22 amplifiers as monoblocs, Edge A2-300, Interstage coupled SE300B, Cayin A-50T Preamp: Noboso .......
37: Mike FL - My music machine (2.06)
Posted by Mike FL on 2004-03-15, 08:55:40 (74.56.197.76)
Moniker: Mike FL System Name: My music machine System Rev Date: 2007/01/11/11:41 System Rev IP: 74.56.197.76 Amp: Cayin 265Ai Preamp: none Speakers: Castle Stirling 3's CDP: ESound CD-E5 Table: No vin .......
38: lochrider - Home office (2.05)
Posted by lochrider on 2013-01-19, 06:57:27 (199.48.94.37)
Moniker: lochrider System Name: Home office Amp: Parasound A23+ Preamp: PrimaLuna ProLogue Premium Speakers: ATC SCM 19v.2 (near field); Sennheiser HD-600 w/Cardas headphone cable CDP: Marantz SA-KI R .......
39: geraldm121 - Tunxis Bedroom (1.99)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2008-08-28, 18:27:02 (107.77.233.132)
Moniker: geraldm121 System Name: Tunxis Bedroom Amp: Cayin MT12a Sovetek EL84 outputs Telefunken 12AX7 Hewlett Packard 6189's Preamp: none Speakers: Triangle Titus XS Energy 8" 100 watt Subwoofer .......
40: 003's 003's System (1.91)
Posted by 003 on 2007-05-22, 19:35:53 (76.16.79.221)
003 's 003's System System
IP Address: 76.16.79.221
Last Update: May 22, 2007 at 19:35:53
Amplifier: Singlepower MPX3 SLAM headphone amplifier
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): Non .......
41: radiodaddy - Radiodaddy (1.88)
Posted by radiodaddy on 2005-08-08, 17:01:12 (174.225.128.154)
Moniker: radiodaddy System Name: Radiodaddy Amp: Marantz SR5000 - 80 wpc Preamp: none Speakers: Mains: Magnepan MMGs (Baby Maggies) surround, center, sub - small DefTechs CDP: Denon 757 universal play .......
42: Counting Crows - Live Across a Wire (1.88)
Posted by Counting Crows on 2002-03-08, 19:08:07 (67.162.185.3)
Moniker: Counting Crows System Name: Live Across a Wire System Rev Date: 2003/08/25/19:35 System Rev IP: 67.162.185.3 Amp: Cayin 743D Full music 300B SET Integrated. Preamp: None Speakers: Cain & Cain .......
43: yotacowboy's Main (1.84)
Posted by yotacowboy on 2016-09-23, 09:13:03 (152.216.7.5)
yotacowboy
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IP Address: 152.216.7.5
Last Update: September 23, 2016 at 09:13:03
Amplifier: Cayin TA-30, EH6CA7s, Mullard NS 12AX7s, Tung-Sol 12AU7s, HiFi Tuning fuse
Preamp .......
44: Jacek - Audio Room (1.83)
Posted by Jacek on 2006-09-08, 09:24:34 (208.253.23.130)
Moniker: Jacek System Name: Audio Room System Rev Date: 2006/09/25/09:11 System Rev IP: 208.253.23.130 Amp: Cayin A-88T tube integrated amplifier Preamp: None Speakers: Joseph Audio RM25XL and MJ Acou .......
45: peasoup - The Clone (1.78)
Posted by peasoup on 2003-08-25, 01:03:53 (72.2.42.10)
Moniker: peasoup System Name: The Clone Amp: I am running tri-amp now. For hi I use a WECO 91A clone, for mid I use a Line Magnetic 518iA. I use a WECO 124 clone. The WECO 91A clone uses WECO310A, Ful .......
46: CBrentC - Two Channel (1.77)
Posted by CBrentC on 2002-11-01, 13:34:57 (128.138.42.41)
Moniker: CBrentC System Name: Two Channel System Rev Date: 2007/03/15/19:28 System Rev IP: 128.138.42.41 Amp: Cayin TA-30 Integrated Amplifier: 30W/channel, SED Winged "C" EL-34 tubes. Preamp: None Sp .......
47: andre_ace7@yahoo.com - Stress Buster (1.77)
Posted by andre_ace7@yahoo.com on 2006-03-27, 17:39:26 (112.207.42.240)
Moniker: andre_ace7@yahoo.com System Name: Stress Buster Amp: JE Labs SE2A3 Mono Blocks (3 watts/channel) Triode Corporation of Japan Tri-VP300B NuForce Ion Amp, Dared MP-5 Preamp: JE Labs Full Functi .......
48: Jacek - Home Theater Room (1.67)
Posted by Jacek on 2003-04-14, 11:42:39 (208.253.23.130)
Moniker: Jacek System Name: Home Theater Room System Rev Date: 2006/09/08/09:29 System Rev IP: 208.253.23.130 Amp: Sunfire Grand 5* 200 W Preamp: B&K Ref 30, upgraded to 31 Speakers: NHT VT-2, NHT VS- .......
49: nubz - System 1 (1.65)
Posted by nubz on 2005-07-18, 01:41:15 (98.164.161.154)
Moniker: nubz System Name: System 1 Amp: VAC Auricle Musicblocs 70 wpc w/ Gold Lion KT88s and Jan Phillips input tubes and RFT driver tubes Preamp: Harman Kardon Citation I preamp without any mods or .......
50: 4krow's 'HAL' (1.65)
Posted by 4krow on 2012-01-21, 10:26:27 (96.31.117.255)
4krow 's 'HAL' System
IP Address: 96.31.117.255
Last Update: January 21, 2012 at 10:26:27
Amplifier: Audio Nirvana 6V6 integrated amp. 12wpc, 3 inputs, black case
Preamplifier (or None .......
51: Cerrot - Computer System (1.63)
Posted by Cerrot on 2001-12-08, 08:04:01 (69.114.231.221)
Moniker: Cerrot System Name: Computer System Amp: Cayin A-50T Preamp: None Speakers: B & W 685 CDP: Faroudja DV-1000 Rotel RDV 1080 (DVD Audio) Gateway FX PC Monarchy Audio DIP Musical Fidelity X-DAC .......
52: chaskelljr2@yahoo.com - On The Go Audiophile (1.60)
Posted by chaskelljr2@yahoo.com on 2002-05-10, 16:11:20 (216.59.114.122)
Moniker: chaskelljr2@yahoo.com System Name: On The Go Audiophile Amp: xDuoo XD-05 DAC/Headphone Amplifier. Preamp: None. Speakers: Sennheiser HD-598 Headphones. Sennheiser HD-650 Headphones. Audio Tec .......
53: colinhester's Main (1.53)
Posted by colinhester on 2006-01-05, 22:18:01 (71.67.246.255)
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54: Pat S. - Tube gear on a budget (1.53)
Posted by Pat S. on 2010-05-30, 03:07:45 (66.74.128.150)
Moniker: Pat S. System Name: Tube gear on a budget Amp: Cayin TA-30 35 WPC tubed integrated amplifier. Tube compliment: (4) new production Tung Sol EL-34B, (2)12AX7/5751: various (currently Raytheon 5 .......
55: Fenalaar - main (1.52)
Posted by Fenalaar on 2002-01-06, 16:41:07 (80.213.150.187)
Moniker: Fenalaar System Name: main System Rev Date: 2004/06/06/03:31 System Rev IP: 80.213.150.187 Amp: Cary SLA 70 signature. RCA 6SL7GT NOS signal tubes, GE 5V4G NOS rectifiers, Billington Gold 655 .......
56: dhali777's 2 Channel Dream (1.50)
Posted by dhali777 on 2004-02-01, 19:13:11 (24.42.112.213)
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57: reb - Basement Cell Block (1.49)
Posted by reb on 2004-10-24, 12:24:26 (71.251.20.197)
Moniker: reb System Name: Basement Cell Block Amp: Classe Audio Model 15- updated 3/04 by Classe. Output stage has been tweaked by myself. Preamp: CARY SLP-2002 - Balanced Tube Line Stage .......
58: Florian O's Current system (1.48)
Posted by Florian O on 2007-02-21, 05:51:35 (152.62.109.163)
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59: R7 - Downsized, Third-act (1.47)
Posted by R7 on 2002-11-25, 22:10:59 (24.117.255.250)
Moniker: R7 System Name: Downsized, Third-act Amp: Cayin A-50T, various tubes Preamp: Speakers: Renaissance Audio Group Duet CDP: Cheap Sony DVD/VCR SLV-D370P for transport, Channel Islands Audio VD .......
60: oboedad55's oboedad55's system (1.47)
Posted by oboedad55 on 2007-03-12, 11:04:33 (68.191.242.82)
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61: maabx - Relaxation Station (1.43)
Posted by maabx on 2005-06-20, 12:31:13 (76.122.136.193)
Moniker: maabx System Name: Relaxation Station Amp: Tubed Cayin TA-30 (full mods) by Bizzy Bee Preamp: Belles Reference 28A Preamp Speakers: JBL Performance Series PT800/PS1400 stacks. Four-way system .......
62: Hens's Study System (1.36)
Posted by Hens on 2007-03-19, 00:21:21 (203.198.168.241)
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63: finnman500@hotmail.com - Hi Fi Hideaway (1.35)
Posted by finnman500@hotmail.com on 2009-01-22, 16:55:48 (99.233.109.202)
Moniker: finnman500@hotmail.com System Name: Hi Fi Hideaway Amp: Antique Sound Labs Monsoon DT MkII (pair) Heavily modified by dealer Preamp: Antique Sound Labs FLORA w/ upgrades and Bybee Music Rails .......
Found 1 records in Propeller Head Plaza.
1: Re: Simply get samples of early players and listen to them with modern 'audiophile' quality CDs. ... (7.90)
Posted by morricab on 2005-12-01, 06:07:16 (196.3.50.254)
Try a Cayin CDT 17a. This is a very good cd player I heard recently. It has a tube output as well. I thought that it had extremely good low level resolution. .......
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1: Re: Cayin tuner???? (10.41)
Posted by Audioclyde on 2007-01-28, 07:36:45 (70.185.211.176)
Thanks Bob. I found that also and tried it, but get the message that Cayin products cannot be shipped to the US. Accoustic sounds stills sells Cayin (?), but doesn't carry the tuner (although they are .......
2: Cayin tuner???? (10.41)
Posted by Audioclyde on 2007-01-24, 12:41:36 (65.69.104.201)
I will admit to having been out of touch in the audio world for a few months, but what's up with no retailers for Cayin products in the US? I had read some favorable comments about the Cayin tuner, bu .......
3: Cayin 220-TI vs. Jolida 402 vs. ? (10.16)
Posted by SRMcGee on 2004-12-07, 05:51:03 (167.25.108.29)
Folks: I thought I was going to buy the Jolida 402 (available for under $400), but recently discovered another tuner that should be put on my short list -- the Cayin 220-TI ($350). Has anyone heard th .......
4: Re: Cayin tuner???? (8.94)
Posted by Tubeham on 2007-01-25, 18:16:58 (68.235.62.10)
The tuner guy sells the Cayin tuner for $349. He's at www.thetunerguy.com. Looks like a lot for the money. .......
5: Re: Cayin tuner???? (8.66)
Posted by Bob(SD) on 2007-01-27, 13:30:27 (208.107.141.15)
I goggled the net and found where NYSound carries them for $299+DHL shipping of $74.31. See: http://www.nysound.com/exec/servlet/CategoryServlet?action=productdetail&itemID=cyn-2133-01004 I also secon .......
6: Re: Cayin tuner???? (8.51)
Posted by Visitor on 2007-01-25, 16:40:34 (66.56.198.133)
Acoustic Sounds has all the Cayin stuff, but evidently not the tuner. Give them a call or e-mail, perhaps they can help. .......
7: Can an old Pioneer receiver used as a tuner only ? (8.18)
Posted by milag on 2006-03-02, 18:20:11 (24.201.148.83)
Hello, a bit of advice in preventing damage to my tube amplifier...I am getting this old but perfectly working Pioneer sx-525 receiver. Is it possible for me to use the tuner section only? This would .......
8: Re: Good sounding tuners? (7.70)
Posted by milag on 2006-02-25, 21:18:35 (24.201.148.83)
Interesting thread, and I thought all had been said on ''fmtunerinfo.com'' what are good tuners. Then again, this is most subjective at best. I have been using a variety of vintage tuners, the usual s .......
9: Re: Cayin tuner???? (6.21)
Posted by Audioclyde on 2007-01-26, 04:29:03 (70.185.211.176)
Thanks; I contacted him, but he no longer carries. .......
10: Re: Cayin 220-TI vs. Jolida 402 vs. ? (5.88)
Posted by rosconey on 2004-12-08, 14:08:36 (64.136.49.225)
give me a month or so and i might give you another opinion - i have a jungson tuna in transit(slow boat from you know where)- .......
11: Re: I want a brand new tuner for under 400 dollars (5.27)
Posted by john g on 2004-09-09, 10:07:48 (216.87.44.59)
I've heard nice things about the Cayin tuner but have not heard one myself. JG .......
12: Re: Cayin 220-TI vs. Jolida 402 vs. ? (5.20)
Posted by Estes on 2004-12-13, 15:41:40 (65.94.133.126)
I would also suggest the Cambridge tuner. Decent price & good reviews from UHF .......
13: Jolida 402 Tube Tuner (4.88)
Posted by catama on 2009-09-19, 13:01:27 (148.63.41.219)
Just purchased a used Jolida 402 tube tuner on Audiogon and it will be arriving soon. Would appreciate any suggestions for tube rolling and antenna suggestions. I live in a rural area with limited num .......
14: Tuner Suggestions (4.22)
Posted by MID on 2004-07-07, 04:36:45 (12.73.224.207)
I currently have a Yamaha T85, by all accounts an excellent tuner. However, I have become spoiled by the remote control on my premap/CD player, and want the same on my tuner. I have looked at used tun .......
15: RE: vintage tuner vs. Sangean? (3.76)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2008-08-21, 06:51:07 (24.177.8.7)
Here is another vote for the Sony. Especially if it is for background music and casual listening. I use one in the bedroom system (Cayin MT12a tube integrated amp into Sequerra Met7 speakers and an A .......
16: Re: Tube vs SS Tuners (is there that big a difference in sound?) (3.75)
Posted by zmrs13 on 2004-07-31, 17:58:56 (24.196.73.62)
Until a month ago, I lived in suburban Chicago and like you listened exclusively to WFMT after the demise of WNIB. My best sounding tuners were the tube McIntosh MR-71 and the Sherwood S-3000 IV. The .......
17: RE: Fine, just don't say it can stand up to Great Tuners such as Marantz, Mcintosh,Accuphase etc. etc..........nt (3.70)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2009-09-08, 06:54:56 (24.151.120.160)
I don't believe I made any such statement. It's less than $100 why would you even think of comparing it compare it to an MR78 or 10B ? On the other hand it's a modifiers delight and with minimal inves .......
18: Your Top 3 Affordable Musical FM Tuners (3.58)
Posted by JoeLA on 2006-08-22, 09:14:14 (199.173.226.233)
Greetings to All, I am currently listening to a SS Kenwood KT-8300, #44 out of 84 in the latest shootout at http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/shootouts.html. There are many other tuners that are listed highe .......
19: RE: Re: Sony XDR-F1HD - Disagree entirely. (3.51)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2008-09-16, 07:03:15 (24.177.8.7)
Perhaps your input impedance is an issue as my Sony is not that bad (it's great for my bedroom system with having a sleep timer function!)going into my Cayin MT12a tube integrated and it is the only .......
20: I can't tell you how many tuners I've owned (3.43)
Posted by hifinutt on 2004-06-19, 12:12:19 (66.215.97.60)
I really dig FM, and have owned a lot of tuners over the years. I have come to the same place as you, that being: a remote is mandatory. That leaves out the various affordable Magnum Dynalabs, except .......
21: Re: Receiver Hunt (3.06)
Posted by robster on 2004-11-20, 09:23:29 (69.132.170.193)
I had a Marantz 2325 receiver for two years that I bought off E-Bay. I loved it! it developed a problem so I sold it to a dealer who had it repaired and he re-sold it. I miss it,but the tuner section .......
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1: RE: Ken Haynes & Eleturio ... dammit (5.10)
Posted by Kenreau on 2008-08-13, 14:09:30 (162.119.64.100)
Now I have to question the quality of the tubes I purchased from him. The first order (NOS Shield label Mullards) looked A+, the later two orders looked questionable. I was replacing/upgrading the che .......
2: Bad AA classifiedS seller (5.10)
Posted by Audiogabby on 2011-09-14, 03:47:29 (64.223.85.73)
This is to let everyone know here of an individual that goes by the moniker usarmy238. He was selling a Cayin integrated TA-30 in the classifieds. After we agreed to a deal and I sent him a $500 payme .......
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1: Cayin Lyre T50 (11.93)
Posted by RGA on 2019-06-20, 03:44:11 (1.36.140.235)
Here is Cayin's one and only speaker. .......
2: Cayin TA-30 is amazingly good with NOS tubes and cheap! (11.93)
Posted by Harry on 2005-06-24, 18:43:33 (66.237.78.171)
Cayin TA-30 with Amperex tubes can compete with the best integrated under $2000 with reasonally efficient speakers. I chose it over Unison Unico. The best part is that Cayin TA-30 only cost $700 in th .......
3: I had the same positive experienced with them.... (10.57)
Posted by kootenay on 2011-05-23, 10:59:15 (70.75.93.225)
They were driven by Cayin reference system, fronted by the new Cayin 9084D SET monoblock amp with 845 triode tubes at 28 watts/channel. The sound was glorious even the bottom end response was astonish .......
4: Cayin a88t and speaker (10.45)
Posted by Star2006 on 2006-11-04, 00:30:44 (151.47.208.129)
I've recently bought a Cayin A88T. I'm looking for a good pair of speakers. Max budget 1600$. What do you suggest? I prefer rock music, but I also like blues... Thanks Star .......
5: Speakers to match with cayin a50t (9.50)
Posted by andyth on 2009-07-02, 08:56:23 (75.37.123.102)
Hi all, I have a Cayin A50T and have been using engergy veritas 2.3 speakers. However, I blew a mid and there are no replacement parts anymore. I need a new set of speakers. I'm hoping to spend around .......
6: RE: vintage speakers vs modern (9.42)
Posted by gales on 2018-01-24, 09:53:23 (172.218.182.107)
Hi Pat, You would know my taste as I also have Paradigm sig's version 1. I have the sig 8's. I drive them with the Balanced Audio Technology VK300SE Integrated hybrid amp. This amp you can consider m .......
7: The beast one I've heard so far, was driven by Cayin SET... (9.25)
Posted by kootenay on 2013-08-12, 18:45:01 (70.75.64.25)
at my local dealer. The Anat III Studio sounded as if we were transported at the venue were Doug Macleod was playing. .......
8: For you, but not for me when I auditioned them..... (9.22)
Posted by kootenay on 2011-06-13, 12:12:34 (162.139.5.35)
The Sasha was being driven by the Cayin reference series equipment started with Cayin 9088D tube mono block amplifier. The tube compliment consists of (2) 845, (1) 300B and (1) 6SL7, that has a power .......
9: RE: The beast one I've heard so far, was driven by Cayin SET... (9.18)
Posted by RC Daniel on 2013-08-13, 15:46:51 (121.222.134.77)
Interesting. If the Triode and Cayin both use no/ low -ve feedback, Bromo might be on to something with his "overdamped" comment. These amps might have higher output impedance than the ones used in th .......
10: Numbers and letters/I'm not buying (9.03)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-22, 21:24:59 (68.108.232.40)
Have you ever noticed some labs in spaekers and amps, also cdp;s come out with models that have all these letters and numbers behind the name, like SE7i, SLi8.3, X1, 9000SE,8SE etc. When I see this I .......
11: Will Cayin Mt-12 go well with Dyn Audience 42? (8.88)
Posted by Cross on 2004-11-23, 02:47:56 (203.76.194.45)
Saw this at a local shop....am quite new to tubes. Is cayin a good brand? mt-12 is rated at 12watts and is quite cheap. another model the MT-35 is rated at 32w with EL34 x 4 a little more expensive. W .......
12: RE: Proacs better with tubes? (8.63)
Posted by horchai on 2011-02-02, 17:58:57 (218.186.17.231)
i've a pair of proac response D1 monitor speakers and the modded cayin a50t running in ultralinear mode (35w). The matching is pretty ok but the cayin lacks the power to drive the proac well to sound .......
13: Re: Cayin a88t and speaker (8.46)
Posted by STEVE H on 2006-11-04, 08:22:10 (71.109.118.160)
I just heard this integrated amp driving a pair of Totem Hawks last week. Sounded great. I was amazed at the amount of nice, tight bass these small floor-standers put out. It seems that the Cayin had .......
14: Re: ProAc Studio 140's (8.17)
Posted by zeeshan on 2006-12-21, 12:30:33 (148.87.1.170)
I am currently using the Cayin A-88T( w Tung Sol 6550) integrated Amp and the Sony SCD-C555ES CD player. I had originally bought the Cayin as a cheaper alternative as I could not afford an expensive p .......
15: Elac B6s sounding great on my Cayin A50T tube amp (8.15)
Posted by Rpower on 2016-03-08, 13:41:12 (173.187.48.49)
My Elac B6s sounding especially good on my Cayin A50T tube amp. It appears that they like those tube watts and 25 wpc was all they needed after all. They even sound better in 15 wpc triode mode. Who'd .......
16: Something to consider as well... (8.12)
Posted by millen on 2005-12-09, 07:59:30 (142.56.5.23)
I’ve heard them driven with Cayin 860 Tube Mono Amp (Cost $2800/pair) which puts out about 40 watts in triode and 70 watts ultra linear together with Cayin cdp (Cost $2000) with excellent results. The .......
17: Any fans of Klipsch speakers here? (8.01)
Posted by Merle on 2003-12-18, 18:20:53 (63.159.81.9)
I recently bought a Cayin TA30 integrated amp which I adore. [best value in audio, IMHO] Problem was, what speaker to use with a 30wpc integrated tube amp? I own a pair of System Audio bookshelf speak .......
18: My $0.02... (7.91)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2005-02-23, 09:41:14 (207.140.66.1)
...speakers that are current hungry (eg Dynaudio's) tend to sound fairly dull at low volumes. In my limited experience the Triangle Titus has done the best job of delivering enjoyment at low volumes. .......
19: RE: Do you OWN Silverline Minuets? (7.47)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-02-05, 05:33:36 (69.35.123.95)
I have owned a pair of Minuets for about a year and have used them with an ARC SP16/Lux MB3045 system,a McIntosh 1500 receiver, Cayin A70 and a Cayin MT12a Integrateds both with and without subwoofer .......
20: Ck out some of the topics on Agon (7.14)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-23, 17:10:15 (68.108.232.40)
Letters and numbers refering to what? They just give numbers and letters. This is stuff is beyond me. I'm use to things being simple. Llok at the old Marantz line in the 70's. 2220, 225,2230,2235,2240 .......
21: RE: Which amp? (6.79)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2009-01-23, 06:20:59 (70.72.229.138)
Cayin A50T tube integrated. .......
22: RE: Anyone know anything about Zingali speakers? (6.68)
Posted by D960 on 2024-02-25, 04:35:56 (77.189.94.113)
Heart them Witz Cayin amplifiers. They sound very good. .......
23: Re: Cayin a88t and speaker (6.48)
Posted by Star2006 on 2006-11-05, 04:46:52 (151.47.226.146)
Thanks Steve. In italy Totem Hawks are very expensive 3000$... Anyone else can help me? .......
24: mine sound amazing on a tube amp (6.42)
Posted by mbnx01 on 2013-10-27, 09:56:47 (76.178.31.161)
My Cayin A-50T sounds incredible on them. .......
25: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (6.42)
Posted by Demo on 2005-01-21, 15:40:59 (24.124.92.252)
Meadowlark Swifts would work nicely, and they are usually available used in the $750 range. .......
26: Von Scheikert VR 2's help (6.36)
Posted by bogiedr on 2010-07-31, 11:19:58 (24.94.118.247)
Low end missing. Driving with Cayin A 50T. Sub reccomendations? .......
27: RE: Sonus Faber Cremona Auditor vs B&W 805s (6.36)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2009-07-10, 05:11:43 (24.177.8.38)
I also have the 805s's and have used them with the following amps: Mac 2275 - Current setup Cayin A70t Audio Research SP9 MKIII / Lux MB3045 combination Audio Research CA50 All but the CA50 (Probably .......
28: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (6.31)
Posted by dsockel on 2005-01-21, 15:48:55 (66.56.8.40)
I am running a pair of Soliloquy 5.0s. I picked up B stock for $550. .......
29: RE: amp recommendations with Coincident super eclipse iii (6.30)
Posted by rmilewsk on 2009-05-27, 17:05:37 (198.176.189.201)
Cayin seems like they have alot of models to chose from. Which ones specifically do you like? .......
30: RE: Proacs better with tubes? (6.30)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2011-02-01, 16:46:28 (68.146.143.125)
Pingvin just burst my bubble. Is the Cayin A50t comparable to any of the tube gear mentioned? .......
31: "Quasi-4" ohm biwiring question.. (6.30)
Posted by machani on 2005-05-20, 16:44:43 (24.86.112.228)
The picture above shows the speaker terminals of the Cayin TA-30 tube amp (courtesy tubeaudiodesign.com). I would like to biwire a pair of Quad 22L speakers which are 6 ohm nominal impedence with my C .......
32: Chime in...... (6.21)
Posted by Bahr on 2005-01-21, 22:57:12 (67.5.212.119)
A pair of used ProAc SC1's would also do well with the Cayin..... Definatly enough power for them and right in the price range. Bahr .......
33: RE: Speakers to match with cayin a50t (6.17)
Posted by andyth on 2009-07-02, 17:18:38 (75.10.96.175)
Thanks for the input, I'll look into both options. I see a spendor 8e for sale on Agon. I'll look into that as well. .......
34: RE: Elac B6s sounding great on my Cayin A50T tube amp (6.08)
Posted by Bill the K on 2016-03-08, 19:04:20 (116.68.120.143)
Only 15 wpc? Thats surprising. Bill .......
35: RE: amp recommendations with Coincident super eclipse iii (6.08)
Posted by Merle on 2009-05-27, 16:05:02 (71.179.16.168)
Just my opinion of course but the Cayin amps are wonderfull. Drop dead serious build quality with sound to match. .......
36: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (6.01)
Posted by tracer on 2005-01-21, 15:36:44 (66.169.134.17)
I am new to tubes and high efficiency speakers.Any suggestions under $1200 (used) to match this little tube integrated? Thanks tracer .......
37: RE: Proacs better with tubes? (5.98)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2011-02-02, 12:17:37 (198.161.238.19)
Nothing specific I want to achieve. To me, the sound is good with what I have. This was more curiosity more than anything on how the Proacs would sound with the Cayin. .......
38: Re: What about the Altec 886?...more info please (5.96)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-23, 20:03:00 (68.108.232.40)
I just looked up altec web site and found no models. I do recall Altec from the 70's but cannnot remember the models. Altec 886. Well at least it does not have any letters thrown in like Altec 886S Or .......
39: Don't be concerned at all about the 87db sensitivity... (5.91)
Posted by VynylTap on 2010-11-30, 11:33:06 (67.197.69.160)
... your A88T is capable of pushing these speakers cleanly and more capably than many solid state amps. I assume Usher's concern is people trying to run them with SET amps that put out single-digit wa .......
40: Spendor S1 speakers (5.87)
Posted by dave813 on 2005-06-06, 09:54:21 (220.63.238.40)
Forgot to add that I would be using them with a Cayin TA-30 tube amp, which I use with B&W 601s. Would like to know if the sound would be too soft or too similar to the B&Ws. Unfortunately, I don't li .......
41: Can Proac 1sc be driven with 30 watts EL34 tube amp ? (5.86)
Posted by nolitan777 on 2004-10-04, 19:39:42 (210.213.144.122)
Thinking of using the chinese made tube amps either from Duntonic or the ones from Cayin? Thanks for the inputs. Noli .......
42: RE: Need speakers for tube-based system (5.85)
Posted by dschwab on 2010-05-12, 17:13:13 (134.29.137.3)
I'm in Owatonna. Color me dense, but just which speakers are you talking about? I don't yet have my integrated, but will get something along the lines of a Primaluna Dialogue, Rogue Cronus or Cayin so .......
43: RE: Merlin VSM-MXe Speakers (5.85)
Posted by hlw1937@sbcglobal.net on 2008-01-10, 09:11:10 (70.128.47.145)
Here is a list of my equipment that supports and feeds the VSM, which is the same equipment I used with the TSM: (1) Isoclean 80A Power Filter supplied by a Cardas Golden Reference Power Cable. (2) Le .......
44: Re: Musical $800 Speakers - New or Used (5.84)
Posted by dsockel on 2004-06-19, 18:43:50 (66.56.8.40)
I am listening to a pair of Soliloquy 5.0s with my Cayin TA-30 and like it alot. I don;t know how "musical" they are, bu t you can easily find some used in that price range. .......
45: B&W 602 S3 with tube amplifier (5.80)
Posted by ss on 2004-06-21, 07:44:05 (202.56.229.227)
Hi, Would anyone have any experience of the B&W 602 S3 with tubes. I was planning on the Cayin TA30. I listen mostly to classical & jazz. Regards, .......
46: RE: As an owner of a Cayin A-70T, I say look no further than Usher... (5.80)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2010-11-30, 11:08:38 (173.162.116.209)
Hmmmmm..... or this http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ddspkrfull&1293296956&/Usher-BE-718-Tiny-Dancer .......
47: Silverline Audio Technology SR15 Speakers (5.75)
Posted by afg on 2005-12-13, 22:43:01 (203.199.48.200)
HI On the Cayin 88T, are you playing them with the stock tubes or have you rolled the tubes? If so, which ones and how do they sound compared to the stock tubes? Thanks .......
48: RE: As an owner of a Cayin A-70T, I say look no further than Usher... (5.70)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2010-11-30, 11:07:08 (173.162.116.209)
Hmmmmmmmm.... This might be a good deal, no? http://www.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/cls.pl?ddspkrfull&1292869914&/Usher-Audio-CP-6311-absolute-s .......
49: RE: Tube amp suggestions for Reynaud Twin Signatures. (5.62)
Posted by saki70 on 2007-07-31, 11:39:34 (72.186.202.106)
I sold a Cayin A-88T to a fellow who had J.A.Reynaud speakers , monitors but don't remember what ones . He stated that it was the best that they had sounded ! Good luck . saki70 .......
50: Re: Quad 22l: 4ohm tap or 8ohm tap? (5.61)
Posted by machani on 2006-01-11, 16:29:45 (24.87.41.101)
I like it with the 4ohm tap in my Cayin TA-30 amp, sounds "fuller". ___________ C N Machani .......
51: Bose 901 with Integrated Amp (5.55)
Posted by mail@artbaseinc.com on 2015-01-11, 10:46:36 (72.225.161.255)
I have a Cayin Integrated Hybrid Amp that has a SUB OUT and a PREAMP IN. Can I use these in/outs to connect my Bose 901 Equalizer? .......
52: Re: SF Concerto Home - how much tube power??? (5.50)
Posted by Pordoi on 2004-07-22, 09:06:45 (136.165.135.120)
FWIW, I'm quite satisfied driving SF Concertos with a Cayin TA-30 at 35W/Ch. However, I don't think that I'd go with much less than that, at least for my room which is 16 x 22. If it's possible, liste .......
53: Re: my experience might help (5.49)
Posted by galleybob on 2004-09-11, 10:24:29 (24.7.66.245)
I am interested in the suggestion of bi amping my Paradigm Studio 100's. Since I already have the Adcom 555 amp seems like it might be a good solution with the Cayin TA-30. Before I buy the tube amp, .......
54: Not to take away the impressive sound of the Ayre AX-7e... (5.49)
Posted by millen on 2006-10-26, 12:24:19 (142.56.5.23)
of which I have heard before however, have you tried driving your Sophia with a tube amp? Amps such as ARC VT-130 and or even the lowly Cayin. I’m suffice to say that you might be interested to know t .......
55: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (5.49)
Posted by August West on 2005-01-26, 13:45:47 (69.132.124.77)
I'd second the Meadowlark. I'm using the Shearwater HR's with the TA-30 and it sounds tremendous, especially for the price. You can find the Shearwater HR's for around $1100-1500. Images like crazy, h .......
56: Small Mags and tube integrated amps (5.45)
Posted by Biff on 2006-10-17, 10:55:29 (208.252.96.220)
Hey all - looking for opinions on tube int. amps with smaller Mags (I have the SMGa). Enough juice for these speakers? I was looking at the Cayin A-50 for instance. I like some volume but I don't need .......
57: Proacs better with tubes? (5.44)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2011-01-31, 20:46:56 (68.146.143.125)
I have Tablette Reference 8 Signatures currently powered by an Ayre AX-7e. I see a lot of comments that Proacs sound best with tube gear. Would moving to a Cayin A50t tube integrated be a better match .......
58: Cayin t 30 and vandersteen 1B (5.40)
Posted by Peter on 2004-05-09, 06:50:35 (66.108.58.134)
Anyone try the Cyin t 30 W/Vandersteen 1B. This speaker is about 89 db.Alternatrively, any one try Quicksilver mini-mono's w Triangle Titus? Decisions decisions. Any feedback appreciated. .......
59: RE: Good Speakers for Cayin A-88T (5.37)
Posted by Grinnell on 2010-11-29, 16:43:08 (75.71.115.30)
I have a primaluna PL2 tube int amp and i have used Triangle Comete and Reference 3A De Capos. Both sound good the De Capos sound outstanding .......
60: Omni-directional-ish speakers for midsize tube amp? (5.37)
Posted by cuallito on 2022-09-26, 20:40:05 (73.42.203.80)
Any suggestions for omnidirectional speakers (at least with an omni tweeter & midrange) that would work well with a mid-size tube amp like the Cayin SP-10A??? Thanks. .......
61: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (5.37)
Posted by tracer on 2005-01-23, 09:17:27 (66.169.134.17)
I want to thank everyone who replied.I am looking for local (Dallas area ) options first,as I have had some problems with damage on shipped speakers.If anyone is local, lease feel free to respond.Even .......
62: As I was saying... (5.34)
Posted by John Marks on 2011-06-13, 13:13:03 (96.253.13.105)
You heard the Sasha, a 9th-generation product. The original poster you were responding to was likely discussing older models. If that was his reaction to the Sasha, it was a horrible setup. I have hea .......
63: RE: Speakers to match with cayin a50t (5.30)
Posted by Mick Wolfe on 2009-07-02, 13:43:52 (166.89.225.243)
If your budget can be stretched to 1800-1900, I can highly recommend a new pair of Salk SongTowers. Floorstander that's an honest 88db efficient and tube friendly. I have 3 different tube amps between .......
64: Re: it sounds (5.28)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-06-08, 03:58:34 (68.108.232.40)
Correct, low power are for some , I'm into the heftier tube amps, the Jadis/used only, and Cayin. There must be a reason why Dr Apoloito made up a big hefty Xover to tame the Seas' drivers. Works for .......
65: RE: SS or Tubes for Spendor S3/5 ? (5.24)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2011-12-26, 19:04:04 (67.142.162.22)
For what it's worth I've tried Mac, Luxman and Cayin 6550/KT88 tube power and so far have not gotten my S 3/5's to really sing. I always thought my B&W 805's were hard to drive but the Mac 2275 works .......
66: RE: Considering the Gallo Reference 3.1s (5.17)
Posted by saki70 on 2007-07-27, 08:28:07 (72.186.202.106)
I have auditioned the gallo's with the Cayin 88T and did not care for it . I also tried the gallo's with a Cary SS amp/tube buffer and a CJ PV10 , did not like that either . We tried them with and wit .......
67: RE: Silverline Minuet....... (5.16)
Posted by notop on 2009-01-23, 09:21:53 (161.184.52.14)
Actually I have a pair of Titus 202 that I use paired with Bottlehead Paramours that I built. I love the Triangle sound especially with tubes. The Minuets are magic, the sound stage and imaging with m .......
68: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (5.13)
Posted by Rich Wenzel on 2005-01-21, 15:45:15 (141.151.164.232)
Upscaleaudio.com has a pair of Triangle Antal's for 1095 and a pair of zerius for 949...personally i think the triangle speakers are bargain speakers... they also have a pair of zays at 1600, hes had .......
69: Axiom speakers... (5.13)
Posted by QuadESL63 on 2008-01-24, 12:06:14 (47.248.0.41)
I bought a pair of their small bookshelves (M3Ti). Tried them with our Linn Classik Music and a couple of tube amps that I have on hand, and I think they performs better with tube amplifications IMHO .......
70: Re: Dynaudio Audience 82 or B&W 703 w/ 100-watt tube amp (5.12)
Posted by Stale on 2007-03-04, 20:58:04 (68.75.52.31)
If 9-watt 300B amp drove b&w 604s3 with satisfactory result for you, Cayin A100T 100-watt KT-88 would definitivelly do the job for you. Not for me, though. Btw, Maggies have very smooth inpedance curv .......
71: It's all in the synergy. (5.11)
Posted by Merle on 2009-08-19, 05:00:31 (138.64.2.76)
I've been on a [lifelong] quest to get the best possible sound out of my system. About a year and a half ago, I went from large, full range speakers in a large basement listening room to the smallest .......
72: RE: Usher Audio is one, if you count Taiwan. (5.11)
Posted by Andy43 on 2019-06-20, 08:00:04 (65.19.45.130)
The "umbrella company" that owns Spark/Cayin/CATIC is the Chinese government. If you like supporting "re education" camps with one million people in them, buying their products is a good way to contri .......
73: RE: JMLabs focal chorus 706V for tube amp (5.10)
Posted by jazzwave on 2009-12-23, 19:34:50 (138.32.236.2)
Focal 706V speaker working on 4-8 Ohm My Cayin A-70T amplifier power having 55 watts per channel in Ultralinear and 26 watts in Triode . Which one should be better, using 4 OHM or 8 OHM amp output? ~r .......
74: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (5.08)
Posted by el34eh@yahoo.com on 2005-01-24, 06:52:02 (205.188.116.7)
Hi Tracer, I've been using mine since last year with either ProAc Tablette Refernce 8 Signatures & Audio Pyhsic Step 'SLE' s. And prior to buying the Audio Pyhsics last September with a pair Vienne Ac .......
75: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (5.04)
Posted by Gmood1 on 2005-01-22, 16:22:11 (64.136.26.225)
If you have the room..a used pair of Cain & Cain Abbys. If not go with a pair of Omega single driver speakers. If you have not experienced a crossoverless single driver speaker. You are about to enter .......
76: The T-Amp is nice, but... (5.01)
Posted by machani on 2006-07-12, 12:47:30 (64.132.187.175)
... does not have the depth, detail or bass weight/articulation compared to my Cayin tube amp. I too was taken in by the T-Amp fever started about two years ago, a great sounding little critter, but s .......
77: Silverline Audio Technology SR15 Speakers (4.98)
Posted by Tom Schuman on 2005-12-08, 01:45:35 (85.181.26.220)
I owned these for a while and found that they needed a bit of power to really start sounding good, i.e., at high levels they wounded better than at low levels. I had a Counterpoint hybrid amplifier an .......
78: Re: Bought a Cayin TA30 -What speaker? (4.98)
Posted by Tom Molinaro on 2005-02-11, 10:05:13 (63.110.100.37)
I bought the Triangle Zays speakers from Upscale Audio; love 'em. Detail level is almost scary. I'm driving them with a Cary SLI-80 integrated tube amplifier, seems to be a good combination. The last .......
79: Dynaudio's do not need a lot of power... (4.89)
Posted by Arvind Kohli on 2003-12-31, 09:55:31 (207.140.66.1)
...I know a 86db rating is not the most sensitive available, but it is just about average. From what I have seen, their impedance curves do not have a large swings either. They are a little current hu .......
80: I might add that I’ve heard the new WP7 as well... (4.87)
Posted by millen on 2006-01-24, 12:20:39 (142.56.5.23)
driven by Cayin top of the line equipment although admittedly they’re only half the admission price of Krells and ARCs equipment they did sound quite nice as well. Not as visceral per se however, the .......
81: ck out some of the latest posts on Agon (4.85)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-24, 10:28:40 (68.108.232.40)
Audiogon has really become a joke. look at the posts lately. Nothing but letters and numbers. Who the hell knows what any of that c**p stands for or means??? DEFEXSLRXKWN are typical letters used and .......
82: Sonus Faber Signum or Focus Audio FS68 Signature? (4.83)
Posted by SLIMMER on 2005-07-15, 19:54:26 (192.55.16.36)
Anybody could give me a comparison between the two. I'm currntly considering either one to upgrade my Concertino (non Home series). My set-up: Cayin CDT-15A (Amperex) -- RS Cables Siver interconnect - .......
83: Re: Quad L series owners, help me decide between 21L and 22L please.. (4.82)
Posted by machani on 2005-04-22, 14:01:20 (24.86.112.228)
Duckman, Great to have you and Nathan, the two Quad L series 'gurus', responding to this thread. Your past posts have been instrumental in my selection of Quad L series to upgrade from my JMLab Chorus .......
84: Totem Sttaf Vs Castle Stirling 3, pros and cons. (4.81)
Posted by Redrose on 2006-04-05, 09:43:38 (64.26.145.10)
Hi everyone, Which one is easier for placement in a small room and suited better for Jazz, POP, and acoustic musics ? I am building a 2nd system for my small living room and use a tube integrated amp .......
85: Subwoofer Volume doesn't change for low-level input? (4.81)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2011-02-24, 10:34:42 (173.162.116.209)
I must be stupid, but is this true? I have a Cayin Integrated Amp, and it has a 'subwoofer out" on it, although I am pretty sure its just a pre-out. Anyhow, after 2 months of trying my newly construct .......
86: RE: Matching my Pro-Ac super tablettes (4.79)
Posted by swfarrar on 2020-12-01, 05:40:03 (208.84.155.237)
Having had a few tube amps in my systems, AES/Cary, Cary, Cayin, Jolida, Rogue, I've happily settled in with a Raven Audio Blackhawk. Beyond the sonics and build quality the technical support from Rav .......
87: There are some Apogee Caliper Signatures on Agon right now for $800 (4.79)
Posted by morricab on 2004-06-21, 04:30:21 (196.3.50.254)
You will not get a more transparent sounding set of speakers for anywhere near this low price. Forget box sound as there is no box!! You cannot go wrong with these. Your room is just big enough for th .......
88: question on mis-connecting 4 and 8 ohm terminals (4.70)
Posted by gales on 2018-01-25, 08:11:11 (172.218.182.107)
I bought some monitor audio gold 50's for a bedroom system. By mistake I connected the left speaker to the 4 and 8 ohm terminals instead of the 8 ohm and negative terminal. The amp is a Cayin cs100a .......
89: RE: Relative Efficiency (4.67)
Posted by Anacrusis on 2010-08-26, 02:43:19 (99.64.102.96)
Thanks David, Yes, I guess appreciable is a relative term. I've always had an idea of what sensitivity was but you've clarified things considerably. If I may, does the impedance of the speaker factor .......
90: I have never heard... (4.65)
Posted by kootenay on 2017-02-16, 09:16:57 (68.145.61.43)
The WAMM, however I have auditioned some of his speakers such as the Watts, Sasha, Alexandria, Maxx (a friend owns one) Sophia and his latest iteration the Alexia, which were driven by Audio Research .......
91: Re: Oh Yeah.... (4.64)
Posted by Lowrider on 2006-09-15, 06:08:17 (195.13.215.84)
2 days ago I got home and my son, who is visiting me in Latvia for the first time, was listening to Dire Straits very loud, it sounded harsh, not much bass, little body to the music, I thought he had .......
92: Re: hey manek (4.61)
Posted by manek on 2004-09-03, 01:54:42 (203.197.46.33)
Hi, the 12L I heard with audio analogue, marantz and dynaudio with a cayin tube amp, mcormack amp. I too could not hear it with a similar amplification and source system. But from what I heard both we .......
93: JMLabs focal chorus 706V for tube amp (4.59)
Posted by jazzwave on 2009-12-10, 19:52:36 (138.32.236.2)
I'm looking for bookshelf speaker for my Cayin A70T tube amp (55 watt/channel) with 600USD budget.Mostly ,I listen jazz fussion with a lot of instrument. Due to limited brand in local store, candidate .......
94: RE: what else have you heard? (4.59)
Posted by Merle on 2009-06-28, 11:14:12 (71.179.16.168)
I have owned way too many speakers to list throughout the years. In my current small room I'm using, I've had Paradigm S2's, Totem Arro's, Vienna Acoustic Mozart Grands, Sonus Faber Concertino's and o .......
95: As an owner of a Cayin A-70T, I say look no further than Usher... (4.54)
Posted by VynylTap on 2010-11-30, 10:21:59 (67.197.69.160)
First off, congrats on the A-88T! The A-70T is what finally got me off the amp merry-go-round. I auditioned several ~$2k speakers and found the Usher's to be entirely more pleasing than any of the oth .......
96: The answer may be easier than you think........... (4.46)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2008-03-01, 10:34:35 (4.245.111.171)
Your Primaluna amp errs on the warm/dark side of neutral and will sound much better with neutral to brightish speakers with tight bass. I've got one! I'm comparing it, in this regard, to a Primaluna T .......
97: Re: VR-1's (4.45)
Posted by yotacowboy on 2006-09-21, 19:39:57 (207.42.84.156)
I just picked up a pair of VR-1's on Monday. My prior speakers were a pair of B&W DM601S3's. They're powered by a Cayin TA-30 with no mods. Source is a modded Music Hall CD-25. In short, they sounded .......
98: You are in luck I have just listened to the new Sophia a couple of weeks ago... (4.44)
Posted by millen on 2005-04-28, 07:43:04 (142.56.2.11)
together with the Moon Eclipse cdp and top of the line Cayin Tube equipment. My first impression was it has a very lively sound and a lot of punch in the midbass region definitely; this is an excellen .......
99: RE: As an owner of a Cayin A-70T, I say look no further than Usher... (4.42)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2010-11-30, 11:03:23 (173.162.116.209)
Thanks for the replies everyone. Its good to hear from someone with a similar amp to mine. The Usher site is interesting in that for the CP-6311 it specifically says "best with solid state amps". Wh .......
100: Does using different guage wire for upper and lower freq matter in biwiring? (4.42)
Posted by MGH on 2004-08-10, 17:48:25 (209.6.169.39)
Hi all, I know this is a controversial topic, but since I have speakers that are biwirable and actually recommended by the speaker manufacturer, I'm going biwire my speakers. I know some will use thic .......
101: Impedence matching (4.42)
Posted by Pat S. on 2005-01-27, 18:19:12 (208.179.6.250)
Hey All, Forgive my ignornce, but I have a question about matching my amp's impedence to my loudspeaker's impedence. I have always been under the impression that it is okay to run an amp with a lower .......
102: Re: Will Cayin Mt-12 go well with Dyn Audience 42? (4.41)
Posted by Chriss on 2004-11-23, 11:50:05 (170.12.51.79)
I don't think so.I have included a link to a review of a 30 wpc amp and the reviewer used the Audience 42's(I own them as well). He felt that at 30 watts they needed more.My guess is at least 50. chri .......
103: RE: Good info... (4.41)
Posted by Daryl Zero on 2023-04-14, 19:39:01 (67.1.238.82)
By asking the owner of Nola speakers, I learned that they are made to be played with tube amps. A poster I got friendly with told me that they were meant to be played with KT88s. I swapped out my Cam .......
104: Merlin VSM / TSM Comparison (4.41)
Posted by Schlep on 2008-07-07, 09:27:38 (192.223.163.5)
Hi all - I'm searching for an 'all around' monitor speaker to pair with my Ayre CX7e / AX7e / L5XE kit. Can anyone compare / contrast the sounds of the Merlin VSM and TSM? I heard the VSM about a year .......
105: RE: A question about tube-friendly vs SS-friendly speakers (4.36)
Posted by morricab on 2017-08-14, 02:15:31 (160.62.7.250)
In fact you are right about this speaker, it does respond well to tubes. We have tried several models on my friend's pair of 3.7s and the result has been a significant improvement in sound over his pr .......
106: M3Ti Hyped.... (4.36)
Posted by DrD on 2004-03-23, 06:29:57 (64.12.116.68)
I agree with the above sentiments, --wondering what the fuss was about when I eventually heard the M3Ti. I want to point out that the M40Ti is quite a sonic departure, considering it is the same speak .......
107: Paradigm Studio 10. Paradigm shatters the bar. (4.33)
Posted by Merle on 2009-06-27, 11:39:44 (71.179.16.168)
Since I don't really have any credibility to destroy, I'll go ahead and say it. The new Paradigm Studio 10 V.5 is the absolute best very small loudspeaker I've ever heard. For anyone that ever wondere .......
108: RE: Recomendation speaker for 2A3 SET (4.33)
Posted by jazzwave on 2012-06-07, 00:58:41 (212.77.203.76)
I'm thinking Focal Chorus 807 bookshelf spec: Frequency response (+or-3dB) 50Hz - 28kHz Low frequency point 41Hz Sensitivity (2,83 V/1 m) 92dB Nominal impedance 8 Ohms Minimum impedance 4.2 Ohms .......
109: RE: Tube amp suggestions for Reynaud Twin Signatures. (4.27)
Posted by SatoriGFX on 2007-07-31, 17:03:54 (74.12.69.253)
Thanks. I have to be honest. I am a little leary of the various Chinese made tube amps floating around even though many seem to get great reviews. You've got Cayin, Primeluna, Jolida, Audio Space, Ray .......
110: Tube or solid state Intergrated recommendations for Tetra 305 Kids? (4.26)
Posted by Art V on 2004-08-22, 04:18:41 (24.91.254.26)
Hi, I have a pair of the 305 Kids and currently driving them with a Cayin TA 30 Intergated from Bizzy Bee. The 35 wpc is good but I feel I need a bit more power. I am looking for recommendations on a .......
111: How important is sensitivity at low volumes? (4.24)
Posted by dbishopbliss on 2004-11-09, 09:35:57 (148.87.143.4)
I'm building an office system. I have a Cayin TA-30 - EL34 tube-based 30 watt integrated amp. I will be playing music at low volumes only - 70-80 dBs. My experience with guitar amps is that they sound .......
112: Totem Arro better than Sonus Faber Concertino? (4.23)
Posted by audiogremlin on 2008-04-25, 07:28:43 (198.161.238.18)
Curious what people think about the two. The Arros have glowing review after glowing review. Not too much about the Concertino. I currently have the Concertino and am looking at the Arro. I'm not sur .......
113: Scanspeak tweeter (4.23)
Posted by brunolev on 2001-08-02, 05:40:29 (192.127.94.7)
has anyone already compared the sound of SCANSPEAK tweeter D2905/9900 (revelator) with the D2905/9500 ? I own Proac 3.5 (with the D2905/9900 driver) and sometimes, the sound is a little bit "clear", a .......
114: RE: Good stereo amp to use with Paradigm Studio 100 V2? (4.14)
Posted by theforerunner on 2007-07-17, 14:46:55 (68.237.122.98)
I've really enjoyed my Studio 100v2's with a Sim Audio I5 integrated amp. It's only 70 watts but in my medium sized living room (15x22) it's more than enough power with great dynamics, great soundstag .......
115: RE: Usher V series (4.08)
Posted by BadgerDMS on 2008-02-21, 21:31:43 (96.231.23.66)
The Listening Room in Pikesville carries the Maggies (as well as Triangle, Opera and I think the Usher). Don doesn't set his stuff up with a bunch of $1,000 cables, so you will get an actual sense of .......
116: Tannoy vs. Epos (4.08)
Posted by uk james on 2005-04-27, 23:28:07 (67.183.154.59)
Looking to pick up a new set of speakers to go with my (modded) Cayin TA-30. Currently have a set of KEF Q30s. My biggest complaints (before one of the drivers started to fail) are that they don't se .......
117: These really need some time to settle in. (4.03)
Posted by audiostatic on 2005-03-01, 07:52:23 (138.49.188.102)
How many hours do you have on these? I'm using a Cayin TA30, and it sounds great with the Zerius 202. I don't notice a disconnect between the drivers. I have these in a very small room, and they are p .......
118: Harbeth or Coincident (4.02)
Posted by Che13 on 2010-05-25, 08:41:10 (203.171.197.243)
Hi All, I'm down sizing but want to keep the quality of my music. Room is small and not ideal but has to do. 4M x 4M. Presently Im looking at either of the below set ups:- 1. Cayin 300B (8W Set amp) d .......
119: RE: Definitive Technology - ST and STS (3.99)
Posted by Mick Wolfe on 2008-09-10, 08:16:09 (166.89.225.243)
Not long ago a friend brought a demo pair home from Best Buy. I'm not sure which model, but I believe the list price was around $4000. She was hoping they'd be magic with her tube amp ( CJ ) driving t .......
120: B&W N802 : best mate amp ? (3.98)
Posted by derekw14 on 2003-04-28, 03:29:10 (212.155.238.253)
Hi folks I am about to upgrade my speakers to a pair of B&W N802 ; however nice sounding the combination is, I am not sure my current valve amp (Cayin 500, 2*70W based on Russian military 829B valves) .......
121: Re: Quad L series owners, help me decide between 21L and 22L please.. (3.94)
Posted by andycsb2000@yahoo.com on 2005-04-17, 08:02:06 (202.156.2.18)
Hi guys, Sorry for barging in...I own the Quad 12Ls. For the most part, I am pretty satisfied with the performance except for one thing. There is this annoying, fatiging high pitched edge that is evid .......
122: Re: Dynaudio Audience 82 or B&W 703 w/ 100-watt tube amp (3.94)
Posted by casy1 on 2007-03-04, 17:05:06 (121.97.248.232)
i just sold my b&w 604s3 being driven by a consonance 9-watt 300B amp with satisfactory result. I listen to all types of music especially jazz vocals, bossa nova, electronica, acoustic instrumentals, .......
123: I haerd the Tyler LSS (3.93)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-09-25, 20:31:03 (68.108.232.40)
The tyler Linbrook Signature System, which is a MTM with dual 8 inch as bass, single cabinet. I found it extremely enjoyable. I had my Thor's whicha re a MTM Seas and my Jadis Orch Refer/cayin 17 cdp .......
124: An Audiophile Rellocates to China: High-End Chinese Speakers? (3.93)
Posted by drainaps on 2007-08-12, 11:05:20 (77.209.71.187)
Guys, I'm relocating to China in a few weeks. I'm NOT moving my gear, and this for three reasons: i) I'm not sure my Quad ESLs will fancy any travel, and in any case. I do not want to take the risk. i .......
125: RE: An Audiophile Rellocates to China: High-End Chinese Speakers? (3.92)
Posted by chesebert on 2007-08-14, 11:40:05 (24.145.181.190)
uh..good luck finding Chinese spkr for auditioning. When I was in China, the audio stores I know of carry mostly foreign brands, e.g. BW, SF, Harbeth, etc I have never seen a single Chinese spkr in an .......
126: Easier Said Than Done! (3.87)
Posted by rdr on 2004-05-31, 04:53:09 (63.159.177.91)
Thanks for responding Neil49 and RGA, but what you suggest is easier said than done. The nearest audio dealer (1.5 hour drive) carries Yamaha and Joseph Audio speakers, so he's no help. At 2.5 hours, .......
127: RE: Relative Efficiency (3.85)
Posted by Godzilla. on 2010-08-26, 13:06:20 (71.167.28.42)
>>> I'm actually trying to get the most of a Cayin A88t that only puts out 44 watts per channel into 8 ohms. It's probably a really great sounding amp. I would suggest speakers 87db or more with an 8o .......
128: Is the Tannoy System 215 DMT II Great? (3.85)
Posted by viclauyyc@gmail.com on 2011-10-17, 01:40:19 (96.51.75.7)
I came across a Tannoy 215 DMT II, it will cost me around 4k. As the shipping alone might cost $800. They are 200lb each.... I try to look up some review about this speaker, but no luck. After all, .......
129: Final Decision (3.82)
Posted by rdr on 2004-05-30, 19:16:47 (63.159.125.46)
Greetings. I'm new here. I've been reading lots of new and archived posts to catch up, but would like some knowledgeable audio folks to weigh in on my options. I'm interested in time aligned speakers .......
130: Considering the Gallo Reference 3.1s (3.80)
Posted by afg on 2007-07-27, 02:08:54 (59.160.28.171)
I am looking to change my speakers from the Dynaudio 82s to the Gallo reference 3.1s. The decision is driven by the fact that my amp (Cayin A88ts), altough driving the Dyns well for 'easy to drive' mu .......
131: Re: REVIEW: Hyperion 938s, Consonance Cyber 845s, Audio Zone Pre-T1 (3.78)
Posted by Paul Folbrecht on 2006-09-29, 19:27:39 (69.76.76.102)
I do feel that just about *everything* sounds better on the Hyperions, but by a small margin. However, that feeling of *extreme* midrange purity that the Hyps give me, I did not get from the Gallos. T .......
132: RE: Sensitivity is only part of the issue (3.75)
Posted by Anacrusis on 2010-08-26, 12:23:59 (99.64.102.96)
I suspected that the impedance would change with frequency. Since it seems that small incremental differences in sensitivity ratings effect on output may be negligible, I may want to bi-amp short of u .......
133: RE: Sensitivity is only part of the issue (3.72)
Posted by Anacrusis on 2010-08-26, 15:30:45 (99.64.102.96)
I suspected that the impedance would change with frequency. Since it seems that small incremental differences in sensitivity ratings effect on output may be negligible, I may want to bi-amp short of u .......
134: Hmm... (3.72)
Posted by kootenay on 2015-06-12, 09:24:23 (70.75.70.167)
Lots of them... 1. B&W 802D S2 driven by Audio Research REF 250 monoblocks, REF 5SE preamplifier, Reference DAC feed by Sonos streamer 2. JM Labs Focal La Scala driven by Rega Osiris Integrated and th .......
135: Good Speakers for Cayin A-88T (3.67)
Posted by Slippery Slope on 2010-11-28, 21:04:23 (99.107.68.52)
Hello all- first post here! I somehow went from a quest for home theater to a tube 2-channel integrated amp. It just sounds so darn delicious. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to truly enjoy it beca .......
136: RE: Usher Audio is one, if you count Taiwan. (3.61)
Posted by RGA on 2019-06-20, 03:41:00 (1.36.140.235)
China has a lack of creativity - creativity can get you killed. Put your head down and copy. Indeed, event the few companies I like out of China - like Line Magnetic are essentially copies of Western .......
137: Sonus Faber Concertino Home or Tannoy 15" monitor Gold (3.52)
Posted by viclauyyc@hotmail.com on 2011-02-16, 01:04:30 (96.51.87.149)
I am a newbie, so please bear with me. Just got my very first tube amp, Cayin A-88T (4x KT-88, 45W Ultralinear or 22W Triode). And I think it will be my last. As I want to focus more on music itself r .......
138: I have had the Tetra 305 Kids for over two months and just love them! (3.51)
Posted by Art V on 2004-08-04, 18:11:32 (24.91.254.26)
I have owned more speakers than I care to mention in the sub $4,000 range.I tried the budget route for good sound and good value.All very nice sounding, but never really satisfied me for one reason or .......
139: A couple of questions about vandersteens (3.46)
Posted by cleav on 2005-02-04, 05:36:15 (70.17.167.22)
I just picked up a pair of used vandersteen model 1c's. Unfortunately, I do not have a copy of the manual, but hope to be able to order on directly from vandersteen soon. Combing the archives here, I .......
140: RE: How about a comparison (3.37)
Posted by MikeWDC on 2011-01-22, 09:52:34 (72.83.84.2)
Hmmmm....well I had (and still have) Spendor SP1/2's (they are not "e"). I used them with a REL Strata II. My amplifier is a Cayin a88t. I used the Spendors in my main rig for many years. When one of .......
141: Re: I'm amazed that you can come to this conclusion... I just got a invitation.. (3.35)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-08-09, 20:53:53 (68.108.232.40)
To listen to the tyler Sig Systemn. Uts a MTM/dual 8 inch nbass module. A member from audiogon just wrote letting me know he lives in New Orleans, previously the devestated Challmet area. I will bring .......
142: Recommedations needed for a forgiving bookshelf in a small room (3.34)
Posted by dbishopbliss on 2004-11-27, 14:11:30 (68.49.147.68)
I have a cayin ta-30 (30 watt el-34 tube amp) that I am using in my office (10x12 feet). Since I have people on either side of me, I need to keep volumes low (70-80 dBs). Also, since the room is small .......
143: Quad L series owners, help me decide between 21L and 22L please.. (3.32)
Posted by machani on 2005-04-13, 20:19:43 (24.86.112.228)
I've read the previous posts on these speakers in AA, but am still undecided :( This is for a 2-channel setup. I have room to work with and positioning from walls is not an issue. Also, I'm not a part .......
144: Quad L series owners, help me decide between 21L and 22L please.. (3.29)
Posted by machani on 2005-04-13, 20:19:43 (24.86.112.228)
I've read the previous posts on these speakers in AA, but am still undecided :( This is for a 2-channel setup. I have room to work with and positioning from walls is not an issue. Also, I'm not a part .......
145: Re: REVIEW: Hyperion 938s, Consonance Cyber 845s, Audio Zone Pre-T1 (3.29)
Posted by exphil on 2006-09-29, 22:54:18 (69.181.198.242)
Hmm... I can't be sure without an extended listen, but the "light" midbass of the Gallos you claim may be one of the things that bothered me a little. I was thinking that on an 845 SET, this might cha .......
146: RE: Considering that (3.26)
Posted by geraldm121 on 2012-09-15, 05:12:22 (67.142.162.25)
Stu's comments regarding Chinese manufacturing are absolutely correct. My last job prior to retirement 2 years ago was for a German Quality Assurance company and I spent 8>12 weeks a year in Asia (pr .......
147: REVIEW: Axiom Audio M40ti Speakers (3.23)
Posted by raindances on 2003-11-05, 13:40:13 (38.136.14.150)
Model: M40ti Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $490 Description: Small Floor Standers Manufacturer URL: Axiom Audio Model Picture: View Review by raindances ( A ) on Nov .......
148: Musical $800 Speakers - New or Used (3.14)
Posted by rdr on 2004-06-19, 15:21:11 (63.159.120.158)
A couple of weeks ago I asked for comparisons of Meadowlark Swifts/Eagles and GMA Europas because I was convinced that I wanted to try time coherent speakers. The few who responded more or less said t .......
149: Re: Internet Companies (3.08)
Posted by MGH on 2004-08-01, 16:41:45 (209.6.169.39)
Hi Jesse, I got my integrated tube amp the Cayin TA-30 from Paul at 2baudio.com. The TA-30 is Chinese but nothing like the Chinese stuff you used to see 10 years ago. This amp is just incredible with .......
150: where to buy more efficient 5" driver for book shelf speakers? (2.98)
Posted by Kipp on 2015-06-23, 23:53:26 (104.34.27.69)
I have TAD 805SD bookshelf speakers which are inexpensive and very similar to Bowers & Wilkens 805's. They are the best speakers I've ever had, and I run them with a typical 30 watt EL34 vacu .......
151: My new Merlin TSM MXe's Have Arrived! (2.96)
Posted by FCS on 2007-12-29, 10:52:40 (69.152.222.12)
I'm not the first to exclaim my excitement about the arrival of my first pair of new Merlin speakers--in my case, a pair of ruby red TSM-MXe's. However, circumstances beyond anyone's control this past .......
152: RE: That's virtually impossible..Something had to be wrong with either (2.94)
Posted by RGA on 2016-09-07, 23:19:41 (115.160.152.66)
I live in Hong Kong now because well they actually pay teachers a real wage unlike North America. You know I worked as an accounting clerk back in 1999 making $40,000 a year with no education. Today - .......
153: Dedicated subwoofer for Joseph Audio RM25XL speakers??? (2.84)
Posted by Jacek on 2006-09-08, 09:33:45 (208.253.23.130)
I need your help. I just bought Joseph Audio RM25XL brand new speakers (a few weeks ago, so they are not even brake out) for my dedicated Audio Room. I really love them! The amount of bottom end is ve .......
154: You don't really need high efficiency speakers unless... (2.83)
Posted by mrspindlelegs on 2005-01-23, 09:01:29 (24.123.24.195)
...you are running the TA-30 in single-ended (SE) mode. The TA-30 is rated at 35 watts RMS. I'm currently driving a pair of Infinity Reference Studio Monitors (RSMs) that have an efficiency rating of .......
155: Looking For Vindication (2.82)
Posted by Astroimage on 2009-10-19, 13:58:55 (98.226.131.190)
Hi All, I am at it again... getting ready to drop the hammer on a "power plant" for my setup. Here is a quick overview of the setup: Carts - Stock Dyna DV20Xh/SoundSmith Retipped DV20Xh/Grado Platinum .......
156: REVIEW: JMLab Chorus 714S Speakers (2.82)
Posted by machani on 2004-07-19, 21:31:36 (24.87.215.133)
Model: Chorus 714S Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $650 Description: Entry level JMLab floorstanding speakers Manufacturer URL: JMLab Model Picture: View Review by mach .......
157: Amphion Prio 620 first impressions (2.64)
Posted by afg on 2009-09-07, 06:24:52 (219.64.40.50)
After months of contemplating upgrading my speakers, I finally surrendered to this addiction and bought a new pair a couple of weeks back. The speakers are the Amphion Prio 620s and are driven by the .......
158: The acoustic Research sound/The spendor8 (2.61)
Posted by paulfbest@cox.net on 2006-08-09, 19:17:55 (68.108.232.40)
I mentioned as short and sweet as possible my haering of 2 complete Audio research amp + pre. My friend had the older VT200 model + ARC pre. He agreed my half pint Jadis OR had better resolution, clea .......
159: REVIEW: Silverline Audio Technology SR15 Speakers (2.52)
Posted by EJV L on 2005-12-07, 15:51:50 (67.103.209.186)
Model: SR15 Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $1600 Description: 2 way mini monitors Manufacturer URL: Silverline Audio Technology Manufacturer URL: Silverline Audio Technolo .......
160: Concertino Domus (2.50)
Posted by Luminator on 2008-04-25, 14:37:42 (66.47.253.226)
I have heard the Concertino Domus in various locales, but not in my own home. Each time I heard them, they were on the dedicated "mermaid" stands. I have no idea how the Concertino Domus sounds on oth .......
161: RE: Cary 300B with Thiel 1.6 (2.35)
Posted by casouza on 2009-10-16, 21:06:00 (189.122.117.113)
Hello Robert What kind of budget do you have in mind ? Assuming a low budget to dip your feet in the SET water, I suggest that you start with a used SET USA-made amp or a high-quality chinese SET amp, .......
162: Full-range Floorstanders: Can you recommend? (2.34)
Posted by "Red" on 2006-05-28, 16:10:28 (24.208.141.93)
I've been thinking of the following floorstanders: 1. Coincident Total Eclipse 2. Legacy Focus (trashed here) 3. Energy Veritas 2.4i (because my little Energys are so good) 4. Solioquy 6.5 The inexpen .......
163: 22L versus 21L - not worth pulling hairs over... (2.20)
Posted by machani on 2005-04-17, 02:47:19 (24.86.112.228)
I went to the dealer (Signature Audio, Vancouver) again yesterday, this time with the wife. The dealer was kind enough to let us play our own CDs for about 20 minutes on the 21L. He was adamant about .......
164: REVIEW: Wharfedale Diamond 8.1 Speakers (2.18)
Posted by raindances on 2003-11-05, 11:34:09 (38.136.14.150)
Model: Diamond 8.1 Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $299CAD Description: 2 way bookshelf Manufacturer URL: Wharfedale Model Picture: View Review by raindances ( A ) on .......
165: Re: Quad L series owners, help me decide between 21L and 22L please.. (2.17)
Posted by machani on 2005-04-15, 17:27:34 (24.86.112.228)
Thanks Nathan, for your detailed post. I've read your posts in AA and A'gon and thay have been very insightful and helpful. The GoodSound reviewer also states that the 21L is his favorite among the L .......
166: speakers, $3000 or less, for varied material (2.13)
Posted by _JonCooper_ on 2007-08-21, 09:36:38 (160.83.73.7)
I'm having a hard time selecting speakers. I listen to electronica (drum & bass, 'ambient', dub), reggae, hip hop, vocal/guitar singer/songwriter stuff, jazz, blues, piano, modern rock, and infrequent .......
167: AER Pisces V2.0 Review (2.11)
Posted by tbonner1 on 2004-07-03, 07:51:15 (65.38.228.31)
A Poor Man’s B&W 805? AER Pisces V2.0 Speakers I received the AER Pisces V2.0 in good condition from the USA distributor. I also purchased the matching stands, which I believe are critical for getting .......
168: REVIEW: Spendor 1/2E Speakers (1.94)
Posted by krisjan on 2006-04-30, 18:39:55 (69.211.120.136)
Model: 1/2E Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $2500 Description: 3-way, front-ported monitor Manufacturer URL: Spendor Model Picture: View Review by krisjan ( A ) on Apr .......
169: AER A8 Subwoofer review (1.91)
Posted by tbonner1 on 2004-07-20, 10:35:11 (65.38.228.234)
I wrote the review on the AER Pisces monitor(similar to B&W N805) speakers (posted here in the Speaker Asylum) and liked them so much I got the matching subwoofer. AER A8 Subwoofer review I have had c .......
170: REVIEW: ATC SCM 11v2 Speakers (1.26)
Posted by lochrider on 2014-12-06, 08:22:42 (24.179.241.79)
Model: SCM 11v2 Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $2199.00 Description: Acoustic Suspension Two-Way Monitor Manufacturer URL: ATC Model Picture: View Review by lochrider on .......
171: REVIEW: JansZen Loudspeaker Co, Ltd zA2.1 Speakers (1.18)
Posted by M3 lover on 2013-11-08, 17:30:47 (108.216.110.56)
Model: zA2.1 Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $7,495 Description: Hybrid electrostatic loudspeakers Manufacturer URL: JansZen Loudspeaker Co, Ltd Model Picture: View Review b .......
172: REVIEW: Hyperion 938s, Consonance Cyber 845s, Audio Zone Pre-T1 (0.92)
Posted by Paul Folbrecht on 2006-09-19, 20:45:47 (69.76.76.102)
This is really a multi-component review, as the title says; I'm posting it here and only here (no cross-posting). About me: I've always been into music and considered myself an audiophile. I went thro .......
173: REVIEW: Hyperion HPS-938 Speakers (0.79)
Posted by Paul Folbrecht on 2006-09-27, 20:29:34 (69.76.76.102)
Model: HPS-938 Category: Speakers Suggested Retail Price: $4,000 Description: 3-way floor standing speakers Manufacturer URL: Hyperion Model Picture: View Review by Paul Folbrecht .......
Found 19 records in High Efficiency Speaker Asylum.
1: RE: they look fantastic, but honestly (6.54)
Posted by mark4558 on 2009-07-07, 18:10:31 (68.211.12.239)
Hello, I too have a pair of Forte's (I) w/ Crites crossovers and the new tweeter diaphrams. Sound great driven by a Push-Pull Cayin TA-30 amp, but rather "flat" with my 300B SET mono-blocks. Wonder if .......
2: What speakers for Cayin MT 12 amp? (6.54)
Posted by Lkoda on 2005-02-28, 18:32:16 (65.221.35.165)
Hi New to tubes and high efficiency speakers. This amp is an EL 84 12 WPC. I would appreciate advice for used speakers that would be driven well by these. Room is 13x20'. I don't really want to spend .......
3: Re: CD Player for K-Horns (6.32)
Posted by Rob P on 2006-07-01, 06:29:33 (24.182.100.234)
George, Although this one is well outside of the price range you gave us, it is the one that the Klipsch folks are using in their Hope, Arkansas listening room. http://store.acousticsounds.com/browse .......
4: Tube-Speaker match (6.12)
Posted by pinch on 2004-12-06, 13:41:49 (129.21.245.20)
Hey - i have a cayin ta-30 amp, and i am looking into getting some new speakers. I have a set of old floor standing mission's, (inefficient), and am looking for a set of really high quality bookshelf .......
5: RE: What is your price range? Also, do you need a... (5.84)
Posted by lightfla on 2011-01-29, 05:31:35 (98.203.28.166)
Thanks for your response. yes, i want phonostage. been considering affordable audio modded jolida 801 or 302B with EL34s. with Ear MM/MC phono, Been visiting grant fidelity webpage; Ian recommeded Rit .......
6: RE: Tube integrated recommendations (5.69)
Posted by howardnair@comcast.net on 2011-01-28, 15:34:33 (24.218.15.71)
SET will not give you the power you may want with the fostex 200a--for new integrated i would look at cayin and jolida-they are reasonably priced i have both and they work well-i recommend these as th .......
7: RE: Tube integrated recommendations (5.67)
Posted by lightfla on 2011-01-29, 05:32:41 (98.203.28.166)
Thanks for your response. yes, i want phonostage. been considering affordable audio modded jolida 801 or 302B with EL34s. with Ear MM/MC phono, Been visiting grant fidelity webpage; Ian recommeded Rit .......
8: RE: Tube integrated recommendations (5.61)
Posted by lightfla on 2011-01-29, 05:36:54 (98.203.28.166)
Thanks for your response. been considering affordable audio modded jolida 801 or 302B with EL34s. with Ear MM/MC phono, Been visiting grant fidelity webpage; Ian recommeded Rita 880 (KT88 design or 30 .......
9: RE: Tube integrated recommendations (5.30)
Posted by lightfla on 2011-01-29, 05:34:59 (98.203.28.166)
thanks for your response.chip amps are something yet again new to me. wouldnt even know where to start. Thanks for your response. been considering affordable audio modded jolida 801 or 302B with EL34s .......
10: RE: Bi-amping Valencias (5.21)
Posted by Vaughn on 2008-10-28, 23:17:34 (24.17.178.120)
Thanks for your responses... At the moment I am powering the Valencias from a PP 6V6 amp scavenged from an old Thomas organ(tube regulated power supply!). It sounds pretty good but unfortunately is on .......
11: Speakers for 8W SET (4.84)
Posted by Che on 2010-05-28, 18:57:43 (203.171.197.29)
Hi All, I'm new to low powered systems (before was running 220W OTL Amps that would drive most speakers with ease). I'm now going down this new path as I can't see the point in spending mega $$$ on a .......
12: RE: A much better substitute for Klipsch Heresy III for same amount of money? (4.59)
Posted by Iain42 on 2011-04-22, 09:27:28 (173.186.192.45)
I wouldn't drive anything but fully horn loaded hi-eff with 2a3 / 45 but that is me. There are people running Chorus II and Forte II with SET as well. I think used they can be had for less than new H3 .......
13: RE: 45 / 2A3 / PX-25 / 300B for Avantgarde Duo (4.36)
Posted by JoshK on 2008-01-29, 09:43:29 (205.228.12.193)
I just thought I'd throw my $.02 on what I heard when I listened to a friend's Duos. We have an audio group gathering at a member's place who had a medium sized room, a bit live. We have lots of tube .......
14: RE: If the impedance is benign (4.16)
Posted by Retsel on 2021-11-05, 14:45:35 (99.8.87.166)
My first response is that you don't operate the SE amp at full output power. I have Lowthers mounted in front waveguides and I don't need more than 1 watt, even if I am cranking the volume and risking .......
15: your reference points. Live and at home. (it would be useful if EGeddes, BruceEdgar and others would post) (4.02)
Posted by Dominic on 2006-01-13, 14:58:08 (216.221.56.232)
What have you heard that changed your view of what highfidelity is? Some things i've heard in the past couple years that have reorganized my basis for listening to recorded audio and building equipmen .......
16: where to buy more efficient 5" driver for book shelf speakers? (3.67)
Posted by Kipp on 2015-06-23, 23:27:50 (104.34.27.69)
I have TAD 805SD bookshelf speakers which are inexpensive and very similar to Bowers & Wilkens 805's. They are the best speakers I've ever had, and I run them with a typical 30 watt EL34 vacu .......
17: Re: limited bass on Gallo Ref 3? + more (3.55)
Posted by Florian O on 2007-03-27, 14:29:00 (85.228.151.237)
Greg, Thanks for the input. We are pretty much on the same page. That being said: - I usually listen to concert hall levels -- which seems quite a bit higher then I've witnessed elsewhere. In my very .......
18: seeking input (3.26)
Posted by yotacowboy on 2006-01-26, 20:45:09 (207.42.84.156)
first off, i've certainly searched and read and searched and read and... here's my quandary: I'd like to try getting into this whole "low power/high efficiency thing" but i'm wondering if i'll see (or .......
19: Klipsch RF-7's (3.23)
Posted by slownlo on 2006-11-15, 18:02:21 (69.250.233.55)
I just got a brand new pair of these babies today ($1100 ebay, from an authorized retailer, 5 year warranty)...before purchasing them, I came to this forum to do a little research on what current and .......
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