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1: Re: Death of a tape deck (11.90)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-10-14, 14:12:23 (208.22.103.154)
Tom, Search for a nice used ReVox A77 or B77. ReVox still has all parts in stock and any old ReVox can be repaired. Cheers, Allan .......
2: Studer/Revox (11.90)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2016-11-04, 15:58:21 (47.188.98.98)
Actually, there isn't a Studer/Revox anymore. These days, Revox is a name brand of Joy. :) .......
3: Re: Revox A77 Brakes (11.84)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-12-11, 12:52:11 (208.1.135.74)
Jon, ReVox should still be able to service any of the machines that they've made. When I purchased my used ReVox A77, I first contacted ReVox here in the states to see about availability of parts and .......
4: Remote control codes for Revox Tuner (11.65)
Posted by Cafe Jeff on 2002-03-12, 07:20:28 (204.50.126.8)
Hi, I recently acquired a Revox B7611 Tuner that, according to the front panel, can accept infrared remote control signals. I have checked the back of some of the programmable ir controllers out there .......
5: Re: Revox B760 Tuner Advice-I heard parts are a b**** to get, that is if they still have 'em (11.17)
Posted by raw_power on 2001-05-04, 20:40:47 (64.24.145.109)
Just found this out today, from a good source. I'm interested in the B795 turntable, I might be changing my mind on that one. I would call Revox service department before you buy any old Revox product .......
6: Re: Revox tuners-fair prices? (11.05)
Posted by Frank W on 2001-08-21, 00:18:10 (158.152.33.148)
Ulf, I would also recommend the Revox 260S RDS to you, or the model mentioned by Doug. Acquire the best Revox you find - $US800 should afford you the best together with a good aerial. The 260S takes s .......
7: Re: Revox B760 Tuner Advice-I heard parts are a b**** to get, that is if they stuill have 'em (11.05)
Posted by raw_power on 2001-05-04, 20:40:26 (64.24.145.109)
Just found this out today, from a good source. I'm interested in the B795 turntable, I might be changing my mind on that one. I would call Revox service department before you buy any old Revox product .......
8: Differences between Revox B261 and B760 tuners? (10.98)
Posted by sacdman on 2002-01-09, 05:56:23 (203.198.95.209)
I want to upgrade my tuner, dbx t-1. As i found two targets: Revox B261 and B760 tuners. I really want comments on these two. Which one is better in a complete consideration? Though I know that 261 .......
9: Re: Remote control codes for Revox Tuner (10.71)
Posted by Cafe Jeff on 2002-03-13, 12:49:50 (204.50.126.8)
Hi, I got in touch with Revox in Nashville, but they could only advise that I would need a US$130 remote in order to program a Sony programmable remote. I do know that many of these programmable remot .......
10: Nakamichi ZX-9 Tapedeck (10.56)
Posted by DaveInVA on 2001-09-25, 15:45:43 (165.247.95.38)
I bought a Nakamichi ZX-7 brand new and I still have it and owned several other Naks in the past. I also have a Revox B215 and a B710. I have to say I like the Revox units better. They have been more .......
11: Re: Revox B760 Tuner Advice (10.48)
Posted by Jeff Landry on 2001-05-06, 20:00:37 (206.47.244.55)
Thanks. I'm getting a bit more leary about getting the Revox now... .......
12: Revox CD player (10.36)
Posted by balroom on 2003-12-09, 11:19:10 (208.218.215.210)
I am in the market for a REVOX B226 or D730. please advise. .......
13: Used Revox? (10.22)
Posted by Classic Audio on 2000-10-27, 06:49:39 (216.34.56.10)
I am intrigued by some of the recent discussions concerning "Classics of the 70s" The Revox A77s seem to be available. I have questions about the units. 1. Have long term users had difficulties with t .......
14: Revox B 780 Manual? (9.83)
Posted by gordyram on 2001-12-04, 05:58:47 (207.239.97.193)
Hello all! Can someone tell me where I can get a manual (in english) for a Revox B780 receiver. Not sure of the year. Thanks, Gordy .......
15: Re: Revox CD Player (9.83)
Posted by SteveF on 2000-12-03, 12:07:31 (24.24.92.227)
I dunno!! But I have an old Revox B-77 reel to reel that my brother found at an estate sale years ago for $10.00 !! It works when it wants to, but sounds pretty bad. I also have a wonderful Revox B791 .......
16: Re: Revox B760 Tuner Advice (9.77)
Posted by Phild on 2001-05-03, 13:52:53 (152.163.197.177)
Revox has made some of the best tuners. You really can't go wrong. I can't say how it would compare to the other models, but I'm sure it's a very good tuner. .......
17: Re: Revox tuners-fair prices? (9.75)
Posted by doug s. on 2001-08-20, 07:45:24 (156.40.103.61)
hi ulf, i have no familiarity w/the revox 160, so i cannot give any adwice here. nor have i heard anyone comment on it. i've seen the b261's on ebay, they usually go for ~$500usd. there's one currentl .......
18: Problems with Revox (9.73)
Posted by Victor Khomenko on 2000-04-17, 05:28:21 (216.158.7.57)
I personally would not recommend the A77 to someone who wants to simply run the machine. It is an extremely dated design for people who love Studer/Revox. It is not as robust as some people say, it is .......
19: Re: Used Revox? (9.72)
Posted by john curl on 2000-10-27, 15:54:45 (209.179.194.240)
Give one a try, especially a 7.5-15ips unit. Dave Wilson used one for years and I have several stored away at my warehouse. The A-77 electronics is actually BETTER than newer Revox electronics, becaus .......
20: Re: Remote control codes for Revox Tuner (9.71)
Posted by Cafe Jeff on 2002-03-12, 08:11:44 (204.50.126.8)
Thanks. I'll try Jim at Technical Arts in Nashville. Jeff Also, does anyone know if it is a big deal to replace bulbs in Revox Tuners? One of them has gone. .......
21: Revox CD Player (9.42)
Posted by Estes on 2000-12-03, 08:12:54 (64.228.71.200)
Any ideas what a reasonable asking price would be for an old B series Revox cd player? .......
22: RE: Shops in Frankfurt (Revox/Studer) (9.41)
Posted by Sushii on 2010-10-31, 20:41:58 (193.24.32.52)
Also, is there any shops that carries vintage Revox/Studer gear? Would appreciate any input, thanks .......
23: I know what you mean... (9.37)
Posted by kootenay on 2017-01-04, 11:39:21 (68.145.61.43)
As I have to send the machines to two different technicians who were very good at what they do according to the review from Tapeheads forum and other satisfied customers. The Revox PR99 RTR was sent t .......
24: Re: I have one as well... (9.32)
Posted by stereophile mark@pinballsareus@aol.com on 2004-01-19, 08:50:37 (152.163.252.5)
Yes i have hooked up my revox to a similar dbx unit, and they do sound amazing. But i like the raw sound from the revox. Theres a little tape hiss but not much. Remember this is analogue not digital, .......
25: ..reel to reel. (9.10)
Posted by Joost Riphagen on 2000-07-05, 06:06:13 (130.115.163.42)
never used this one..if it is cheap try it. maybe try to find a Revox (A/B77) these a are build very well. I have recently aquired a Revox G36 (1960-isch two track tubed, almost never see these around .......
26: Re: AKAI reel to reel player (9.04)
Posted by Dr. Al on 1999-08-15, 10:02:41 (208.22.102.127)
Michaelz, If you can't really test it out before buying it, don't. Anyway, if you really want to go reel-to-reel, I'd recommend a ReVox A77 or B77. Of course there are other fine machines available, b .......
27: Re: Remote control codes for Revox Tuner (9.04)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-03-12, 07:59:19 (156.40.103.61)
go here: http://www.revox.de/flash5.htm# or call jm technical arts in nashwille, tn 615.365.9030 JMTArevox@cs.com hth, doug s. .......
28: Revox... Nak... Tandberg (9.04)
Posted by Bill Way on 2003-12-12, 20:10:27 (141.157.206.228)
I've had several that did a good job - Tandberg TCD310 - in good shape, can perform fairly well. Hard to keep them in spec though - too many rubber parts. Nak 1000, Dragon - in spec, both are good. Re .......
29: Sequerra Met 7 Mk II's... Revox B710 Mk II (9.03)
Posted by Bill Way on 2009-09-25, 12:37:30 (64.131.185.46)
The Sequerras were quite something. I would probably not use the Revox these days, but it was so beautifully made, and did a better job than my HHB CD burner (and by a long shot.) WW .......
30: Revox A77 Reel to Reel Tape Deck (8.99)
Posted by Mohawk on 2001-01-08, 08:15:28 (24.218.7.171)
I have just acquired an old Revox Tape Deck and I am seeking someone in the New England area (preferably New Hampshire) who might clean and repair it. can any of you help? thanks .......
31: we have one; it's here: (8.98)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-09-02, 19:42:26 (208.59.124.26)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/FMtuners/ :>) doug s., adcom gft-1a onix bwd-1 w/soap-2 power supply revox b261 revox b760 (a paltry collection compared to most of the tuna crazies!) .......
32: Help: VTL preamp/Revox tape deck problem (8.98)
Posted by Bill Way on 2002-09-02, 13:42:14 (207.237.241.224)
I have a VTL Deluxe preamp (with the moving coil option)that does strange things when feeding a Revox B710 Mk II cassette deck: when the source is phono (only - all other sources are OK), leading edge .......
33: Re: Journey through the audiophile past -- whither open reel? (8.84)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-08-01, 14:40:28 (64.208.212.11)
I'm a big fan of reel-to-reel. I have a Teac A3000 and a ReVox A77. The Teac is excellent, but the ReVox surpasses it. As far as reel-to-reel beating vinyl, I agree that with that sentiment. However, .......
34: Revox A77 Tapedeck (8.80)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-08-26, 13:42:38 (208.22.103.60)
Sean, My ReVox A77 has never eaten any tape. Mind you, mine plays at 3 3/4 and 7 1/2 ips. It has been serviced one in the past 30 years. I probably use it for about 6 hours a month (most of my listeni .......
35: Revox - yes, usually built like battleships (8.79)
Posted by Chris from Lafayette on 2018-11-04, 11:09:56 (77.111.246.101)
They made a BIG mistake though in putting their name on a CD player which was prone to problems for a lot of people. I believe that that decision to come out with a Revox-branded CD player (which turn .......
36: Revox tuners-fair prices? (8.78)
Posted by ulf on 2001-08-20, 06:35:13 (217.208.98.69)
I have found on ebay used Rvox tuners. one Revox 160 w remote ánd the huge 261 w/out remote, Is there a sonic difference? What would be a fair price to pay for this tuners? .......
37: Re: Revox B760 Tuner Advice (8.77)
Posted by Celluloid on 2001-05-03, 14:43:49 (168.122.12.120)
Maybe the one I auditioned? Same price range...anyway, I wanted to buy it having had good luck with a 15 ips Revox 2 track. I was awfully disappointed, but in a way, was a bit prepared after searching .......
38: Re: Used Revox? (8.76)
Posted by bobwood on 2000-10-28, 08:18:21 (216.17.12.246)
I have an A-77 - after years of inactivity it required major service, which they attempted at the service cneter then in nashville. It came home only semi-fixed. The service was horrible. I'd buy a DA .......
39: Anyone have info or experience with Revox IA? (8.76)
Posted by LD on 2000-06-15, 13:47:06 (170.253.240.1)
I am considering buying a Revox integrated. I think the model is SB-25 from their elegance line - 60W channel. I have demo'd the unit in the shop and at home. It seems very good for the money (700), b .......
40: Re: Used Revox? (8.70)
Posted by Myles B. Astor on 2000-10-27, 14:42:17 (216.164.1.178)
Interesting question. I was thinking about buying a R-to-R recently and asked Tim de Paravicini for his recommendation. I was thinking of buying a G36 and sending it to him for updating. Instead, Tim .......
41: JC MOD. EQ BOARDS FOR THE REVOX TAPE MACHINES (8.68)
Posted by baker on 2001-09-03, 15:54:21 (216.34.56.12)
Q For John Curl: Did you not make mod. eq board and other mods for the Revox tape machines? If so are they still available? I want take my B-77 to a much higher level. .......
42: Re: Revox A77 Brakes (8.67)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-12-12, 10:04:05 (208.22.102.74)
Jon, You got a great deal!! Good luck with your ReVox. I guess it might be my age (42), but I've always considered reel-to-reel to be the epitome of hi-fi. And, of course, I've always loved the aesthe .......
43: Revox B710/Studer A710 Spare Parts In Oz (8.63)
Posted by AOlan on 2004-01-07, 01:18:21 (210.50.72.67)
Hi, Just wandering if anybody knows who I may contact in Australia for spare parts for these machine. The Revox site don't show any distributors to Australia anymore but I do remember them having one .......
44: Re: Please take a look and tell me,,, (8.63)
Posted by phr on 2005-01-19, 17:16:14 (203.34.63.1)
Could be worth a look. I recall that Revox used the Phillips transports. The replacement of the laser (most likely the culprit) may or may not be a problem depending on the spares that Phillips holds .......
45: Recording media A77 (8.63)
Posted by bobwood on 2003-08-10, 07:32:35 (216.17.12.45)
The Revox was consumer grade. Also, their service was just plain awful, in my experience. The cheaper 2 track Studers were just a step up. The big deck Studers were/are? pro quality. Back in the day o .......
46: Re: reel to reel tape recorders (8.61)
Posted by Paul on 2000-03-05, 20:53:05 (142.165.222.136)
I may be able to locate a as new Revox B77 for you. I have a friend who used to be a hi end audiophile and later quit audio because of marry with children. As of last time I saw him, he still has the .......
47: Re: While on the subject of FM Tuners........ (8.58)
Posted by Saturn55 on 2001-08-19, 17:07:34 (205.188.192.162)
Best digital tuners i heard. Onkyo 9090 MK2 tuner, Denon TU 800 tuner, Revox B261 tuner, Revox B760 Tuner. The Best Analog tuner I heard was the Yamaha CT 7000 tuner. .......
48: Re: Remote control codes for Revox Tuner (8.43)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-03-15, 07:21:25 (208.59.124.28)
can't help ya here, but if ya keep yer eyes peeled on ebay (& also ebay.de, if ya don't mind buying from europe), these sometimes show up. but, they aren't ususally much less than yust buying a new on .......
49: Not where I am... (8.43)
Posted by millen on 2006-01-09, 07:57:16 (142.56.5.23)
as last night I’ve just enjoyed Chick Corea’s concert recorded from Vancouver Orpheum Theater last summer. In addition, for good measure I had it recorded using my old and tested Revox r2r for posteri .......
50: Re: Used Revox? (8.38)
Posted by JBrian on 2000-10-27, 07:26:47 (63.195.181.138)
I'm sorry to hear that Victor has had such an unfavorable experience with the Revox A77. My experience is quite different. I've had my A77 for 29 years. It has more time on it than I care to tally. I .......
51: Try your local Revox distributor (8.34)
Posted by ozraven on 2001-12-04, 10:40:39 (203.164.151.186)
they are usually very helpful, and unlike many companies seem to have an interest in their history. My local distributor got me a manual for my B215 a while back. There may also be a pro model of your .......
52: Re: Reel-to-Reel Tape Player's (8.33)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-04-16, 18:32:00 (208.22.103.161)
Vinylly, Reel-to-reel is not dead. On the used market, probably one of the best machines is the ReVox A77. All the parts are still available and the machine has been on the market for more than 30 yea .......
53: Very true, but... plus those skinny, skinny, skinny capstans of the 77-series..... (8.20)
Posted by Victor Khomenko on 2000-04-17, 06:02:24 (216.158.7.57)
...have you seen the Revox prices? $500 for NA adapters? Cut me a major one. It IS a serious consideration, though. Here is a good advice: if you go ahead and purchase the Technics RS1500 in good cond .......
54: Revox a77 2,5k ohm trimpots (8.18)
Posted by pepericoz on 2008-08-05, 19:54:56 (69.227.64.167)
The trimpots (2,5k ohm) on power supply and capstan motor boards of my revox a77 need to be replaced,the only 2 available values that i run across are either 2k or 5k, ofcourse they need to be soldere .......
55: Sleepless Nights (8.09)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2023-05-16, 10:11:01 (47.188.188.186)
"pack it up real good like not only double boxed but maybe even triple," About 15 years ago, I sent my Revox A77 up to Nashville for a thorough check-up. Packed it with the original styrofoam form, in .......
56: Re: Classics of the 70s (8.09)
Posted by Classic Audio on 2000-10-26, 08:54:56 (64.0.99.137)
The Revox A-77. Yes, indeed. Had an open reel deck at one time but the Revox was the classic piece. I see some of these on e-bay once in a while - and at a fraction of the price they sold for new. But .......
57: Revox or Teac (8.08)
Posted by Bandit on 2003-12-03, 01:13:16 (213.167.68.94)
Newer Teacs wear out quickly (Teac X7, X10, X1000 etc.) An old Teac in good cond. will go on for years yet, and you probably will not need parts (A6100, A6300, A3300, A2300 Etc.). Revox A77, B77 are a .......
58: What tuner would you recommend or do you like? (8.05)
Posted by Chip on 2000-02-26, 21:00:31 (12.79.241.241)
I had wanted to get a Yamaha TX-950. Sadly, this tuner has been discontinued and I cannot find a source for it. I would buy one if I could, but it seems I cannot. Does anyone have any experience with .......
59: Revox A77 Brakes (8.03)
Posted by Jon Haynes on 2000-12-11, 03:07:47 (203.12.144.232)
I have recently aquired a Revox A77 4 track recorder. I am having trouble adjusting the tension on the brake which seems fairly inoperative. Is the idea to move the spring to different holes on the ar .......
60: Re: I have a Fisher FM-100-B .... (7.99)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-09-27, 10:33:21 (156.40.103.61)
pick up a vintage dbx 3bx dynamic range expander, & stick it in yer tape-loop. a blessing for compressed fm; cd & vinyl, too... doug s., adcom gft-1a (their best, equal to the md-ft101) h/k citation 1 .......
61: ReVox is a good player (b226) (7.75)
Posted by vital ital on 2006-02-28, 08:28:35 (83.131.3.187)
After trying a bunch of players i am currently using a ReVox b226 and i love what this player does... Hardly any $80 piece of crap can out play this thing. Legedary Phillip dac + massive build make th .......
62: Re: Problems with Revox (7.74)
Posted by Myles B. Astor on 2000-04-17, 05:43:55 (152.170.139.113)
Victor: There is another important consideration when buying a reel to reel tape machine: parts availability!!! For instance, the Tandberg reel to reel (T20?) is a very nice unit but there's no spare .......
63: Re: Tuner and listening fatigue, a brief followup on an earlier post (7.63)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-09-27, 10:45:10 (156.40.103.61)
two digital tunas i *know* that can be tuned for lowest distortion are the revox b261 & b760. the b760 can be tuned in 0.0250mhz intervals, the b261 in 0.0125mhz intervals. may be others... revox tuna .......
64: Revox Turntable (7.51)
Posted by J Phil on 2005-04-02, 12:21:27 (70.49.105.166)
I have been offered the gift of an old pair of Rogers Studio Monitors along with a Revox Turntable. The speakers are 3 way and the back label says they have a frequency response of 50 to 14K. I only h .......
65: Re: Advise = Fanfare FT-1A Tuner vs. Mangum Dynalab MD-100 (7.42)
Posted by doug s. on 2001-11-19, 11:27:14 (156.40.103.61)
all i know is this: even my old adcom gft-1a was the sonic equal of the md ft101... these are usually less than $100, on ebay... i'd hold out for a used tuna: sansui tu-x1, onix bwd1 w/soap p/s, revox .......
66: Re: If you won the Lotto... what in audio would you buy (7.42)
Posted by danj on 2002-01-19, 23:56:41 (63.24.218.142)
I would buy MAC equipment, Rockport turntable, Revox B-77 tape deck, Nakamichi Dragon, and KLIPSCHORN speakers and a house with a living room big enough to hold them. Plus, for the den, vintage Marant .......
67: RE: Believe it or not, a cassette deck, (7.40)
Posted by Land Shark on 2013-05-01, 09:16:09 (72.148.149.146)
Congratulations. I still have my Nakamichi CR-4A 3 head cassette deck. I've owned several Naks (480, LX-5, CR-7A, CR-4A) and they sounded better than the decks I heard from other brands to me. Back in .......
68: Re: Revox CD Player (7.35)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-12-03, 18:43:46 (208.22.102.62)
Estes, One could acquire a ReVox cd player for around a grand sans remote (I remember the remote cost an extra hundred bucks) about 12-14 years ago. A friend of mine purchased one (it still works well .......
69: Re: Revox advantages and drawbacks (7.13)
Posted by Kent Teffeteller on 2000-10-28, 14:13:36 (63.16.195.222)
Hi, The ReVox A 77's are fine machines when in good shape. However, many have had hard lives in recording and broadcast facilities and will need overhaul. I have had 2 of them over the years. Advantag .......
70: HELP!!! Revox Tape machine sounds incredible but it... (7.10)
Posted by Dman on 2001-03-03, 14:46:09 (206.186.62.253)
Won't go into record!!! its a revox b-77 mk 1 1/4 track stereo machine from about 1978. the unit functions properly in play, FF, RR, & Stop. but it won't go into record. i have service manuals for it. .......
71: REVIEW: Revox A77 Tapedeck (6.97)
Posted by Zombie on 2002-05-05, 04:16:30 (80.235.54.85)
Model: A77
Category: Tapedeck
Suggested Retail Price: Originally $499.00 U.S.
Description: Reel-to-reel tape recorder Manufacturer URL: Revox Model Picture: View
Review by Zombi .......
72: Re: Love to play with and listen to my system, but fed up with the"high end" (6.91)
Posted by Peter Breuninger on 2006-08-25, 16:03:05 (71.225.77.205)
Dear E. How about "high end" for under $2,000 total. Here's a system that may be more satisfying than many modern day rigs retailing for $10,000 or more; Bozak Symphonies, Revox integrated (vintage), .......
73: Revox B710 Mk II Tapedeck Review by Bill Way at Audio Asylum (6.78)
Posted by Bill Way on 2001-06-28, 10:01:43 (206.154.117.100)
There are a few of these around, especially in Europe (check eBay), and quite a few of them have very low hours. If you want superb cassette performance, this is a good place to start. This is a 3-mot .......
74: Revox a77 speed control problem! (6.74)
Posted by pepericoz on 2008-07-28, 16:45:20 (69.227.64.167)
Hi all, i have a revox a77, when on playing mode, the speed runs too fast, also when switching between 7 1/2 to 3 3/4, the casptain motor speed doesnt change either, i have done some researches about .......
75: Re: HELP!!! Revox Tape machine sounds incredible but it... (6.70)
Posted by dirkronk on 2001-03-05, 16:45:55 (63.142.226.75)
Hi Dman. This might be a wild suggestion, but has this machine EVER gone into record mode? Here's why I ask. Back in the late '70s I worked at an ad agency, and we special ordered a B-77 Revox with 7- .......
76: Re: Used Revox? (6.69)
Posted by Victor Khomenko on 2000-10-27, 07:10:08 (216.158.42.31)
***The Revox A77s seem to be available. I have questions about the units. ***1. Have long term users had difficulties with them? Yes, many. ***2. Has anyone bought them used, recently? If so, were you .......
77: Revox F36 Reel Tape Deck - voltage problems?? (6.68)
Posted by kygeezer on 2002-02-11, 08:22:56 (63.108.240.157)
I have a Revox F36 that I am trying to restore - it's in fairly good condition (everything seems to work). However, when I tried to hook it up to my ASL MG Head headphone amp, the F36 blew its fuse! I .......
78: revox B285 (6.65)
Posted by jdouglas51 on 2006-11-20, 16:05:16 (205.188.116.66)
may be the greatest of all .......
79: RE: One-make systems? (6.58)
Posted by jdouglas51 on 2009-07-11, 07:04:12 (75.164.73.133)
yes...revox .......
80: Revox A77 Tapedeck (6.58)
Posted by Simon Linton on 2000-08-24, 23:54:20 (62.255.236.82)
Back in the 70s, I also had a Revox A77 half-track high-speed version, which was set up for me by Angus McKenzie, the blind reviewer in HFN & RR. I remember his house had more FM and SW aerials on it .......
81: Re: Revox Turntable (6.48)
Posted by Sean on 2005-04-02, 13:37:29 (24.14.157.234)
As mentioned below, the OEM Shure stylus is no longer available. As to the Ortofon that you have, it is not a bad cartridge, especially if it is free. It was equal to or better than the Shure sonicall .......
82: I ALREADY own BOTH the Dragon AND the Revox B215 (6.32)
Posted by John Kercheval on 2006-08-16, 10:03:30 (151.200.142.230)
I was referring to the cassettes that go IN the units. .......
83: RE: Tape Decks at RMAF (6.32)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2018-10-09, 12:20:30 (47.188.188.111)
What? No Revox/Joy or Ballfinger? I'm shocked! .......
84: Re: I ALREADY own BOTH the Dragon AND the Revox B215 (6.32)
Posted by STUART on 2006-08-16, 13:32:35 (143.236.35.202)
Whoops... Well check out the Nagra anyways Aint they sweet? :) .......
85: Re: Considering purchase of Magnum Dynalab Etude FM Tuner...Your Impressions of unit... (6.26)
Posted by Chip on 2000-03-28, 19:47:10 (12.79.178.172)
I like the Etude pretty well, and I think it sounds good with soft rock (as well as classical; those are the two genre's I listen to on FM). I bought one used. I am real happy with it. I listen to a R .......
86: RE: Anyone been at this for 50 years or more? (6.25)
Posted by HiFi Guy on 2007-09-22, 09:37:39 (4.84.49.45)
>>>Do you remember the very first systems that fired you on your search for better sound? 1st system, circa 1968: Sansui 40 watt receiver, Jensen 2 way speakers with 15" woofers, Gerard Turntable, Tea .......
87: Re: Differences between Revox B261 and B760 tuners? (6.24)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-01-09, 09:53:16 (156.40.103.61)
i'd like to know, too! :>) tho, i may be in a position to find out sooner. i use a b261, & find it to be an excellent tuner, both sound-wise & reception-wise. but, i prefer my onix bwd1 w/soap power-s .......
88: RE: Oh yeah! (6.22)
Posted by tesla on 2011-07-14, 15:44:13 (75.60.88.216)
Audio equipment. I noticed a nice RTR in there, kinda looked like a Revox. .......
89: RE: Remembering some past systems (6.20)
Posted by jhrlrd on 2016-07-19, 16:10:04 (24.65.138.127)
Ya, I want your 2.4s too... I remember always wanting something by Revox... now Nagra. .......
90: RE: Drake just moved into Gordon Lightfoot's neighbourhood... (6.20)
Posted by tesla on 2016-08-07, 05:01:27 (99.149.238.6)
I see a Revox A77. Not sure about the receiver, looks to b e Japanese. .......
91: Re: "There were plenty of half track consumer machines " (6.20)
Posted by Rich on 2001-06-20, 14:45:53 (24.45.39.43)
***Consumer equipment is 1/4" (4-track) machines.*** Prior to the introduction of quarter track, half track was the consumer open reel standard. Moreover, even after the advent of quarter track, plent .......
92: Well, I don't know if your insane...but I'm confused (6.20)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2005-03-19, 07:21:28 (209.165.41.41)
Are you comparing this tuner with the tuner section of the Sony or are you comparing it to the MX110 (in you big rig)? Or are you comparing your big rig w/the MX and your office rig with the Revox sub .......
93: Tuners- Revox, Mac, Accuphase... (6.16)
Posted by bdsrb on 2001-03-26, 21:58:00 (152.163.197.191)
Does anyone have any experience with Revox tuners, specifically,the A76? If so how did these compare in terms of sen/sel and sound with the ss Macs (MR-77) and the Accuphase T-100/101? Though not anal .......
94: Re: Revox CD Player (6.16)
Posted by tonygeno on 2000-12-03, 10:57:50 (24.128.134.129)
They show up often on ebay. Do a search of current and completed items and you should get a good idea. B225 .......
95: Re: Revox CD Player (6.14)
Posted by tonygeno on 2000-12-03, 08:29:13 (24.128.134.129)
They show up often on ebay. Do a search of current and completed items and you should get a good idea. B225 .......
96: I own the best decks in the world. (6.14)
Posted by John Kercheval on 2006-08-16, 10:06:03 (151.200.142.230)
I own: The Nakamichi Dragon The Revox B215 The B&O 9000 (x2) Are these satisfactory? .......
97: Brutally durable those old Revox decks! nt (6.14)
Posted by risabet on 2007-02-20, 13:40:41 (204.108.88.12)
nt .......
98: RE: Studer (6.12)
Posted by fantja on 2016-11-01, 14:40:06 (104.137.36.11)
I was going to say that Studer/Revox has the market for RTR decks. .......
99: Revox A77, B77, Roberts 770 (6.12)
Posted by Bambi B on 2003-12-02, 18:13:09 (209.178.189.178)
Mark, My thought is that if you're going for reel to reel, you may as well get the best- concentrate on quality and specification more than appearance and vintage charm. I have had a long affection fo .......
100: Re: Reel-to-Reel Tape Player's (6.10)
Posted by dgs on 2000-04-16, 22:30:31 (152.163.207.196)
Dr. Al has the right prescription. REVOX! I know R to R tapes are still available also. .......
101: Re: Revox B710/Studer A710 Spare Parts In Oz (6.08)
Posted by greginsydneyau on 2004-01-07, 16:04:38 (129.78.64.101)
you could try Syntec in Sydney and ask for Bryan Murphy .......
102: Do you know which Revox model? (6.08)
Posted by 3Fates on 2006-10-25, 14:26:51 (74.68.40.33)
Also, was it playing a commerical r2r tape or some 15 ips safety master? just curious .......
103: Re: And Rega? (6.08)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-10-08, 14:23:10 (209.170.178.30)
I would not recommend any system based upon manufacturer only. We have sold "all Rega" systems, both entry level and high-end, but I merely demonstrate the equipment and make recommendations based upo .......
104: Re: Used Revox? (6.06)
Posted by Brian on 2000-10-27, 15:18:08 (207.61.56.133)
I used an A77 MKI and in all the years I had it I needed service once and had a further problem only with the belt that moved the counter. My next r2r is going to be a Crown 8xx series. .......
105: Acceleration! Yessir!!! (6.02)
Posted by porky_pig_jr on 2002-06-02, 17:35:28 (129.42.208.186)
0 to 60 miles in no more than 5 seconds. That's the criteria for a truly audiophile equipment. (scuse me while I"m putting my trusty Revox into the 3rd gear ...) .......
106: Re: Aiwa or Sony cassette deck? (6.02)
Posted by CELT on 2003-12-26, 10:51:59 (65.70.19.114)
Teac/Tascam is still among the living. Not sure about Revox and Tandburg. Unfortunately, Nak has turned into junk. :^( .......
107: around 1975 when Maestro Dorati was with the National Symphony (6.02)
Posted by musiclistener on 2012-05-05, 19:58:14 (98.231.136.103)
he bought Klipschorns in walnut and a Revox A700 from the store where i worked .......
108: accuphase, revox, nakamichi, quad, pioneer vintage gear value? (6.02)
Posted by dave p on 2001-11-11, 07:14:37 (64.228.86.66)
I have BRAND NEW units still in original boxes unopened since they were last made in the 70's. How much are they worth? I've checked prices everywhere and even on eBay, but these prices were for used .......
109: Saw it last night (6.00)
Posted by Ross on 2011-12-29, 06:33:07 (74.230.247.152)
Tandberg or Revox RtR, Macintosh Preamp and Tube Amp. Best, Ross .......
110: Not a videophile but... (6.00)
Posted by Norm on 2002-05-03, 07:11:19 (128.194.112.183)
At CES I saw the Revox 60 plama playing DVD-V "Shrek." It was clearly better than what I saw in theaters, being more three dimensional. I hate television, but after that I long for a good plasma. ::: .......
111: Re: Help: VTL preamp/Revox tape deck problem (5.97)
Posted by Estes on 2002-09-02, 14:39:32 (64.229.112.108)
This may sound silly, but if you don't wire everything correctly you can get this. I've done it, so that's why I suggest it. .......
112: How 'bout Revox A-77, B-77? Pioneer RT-707, and 909? <NT> (5.97)
Posted by Jim Susky on 2001-09-29, 20:18:00 (209.112.144.66)
. .......
113: Studer (5.95)
Posted by Bill Way on 2016-11-01, 09:22:49 (173.63.72.249)
Studer/Revox announced a new deck a few months back, but no specs or date yet. WW .......
114: REVIEW: Revox A77 Tapedeck Review by sean at Audio Asylum (5.95)
Posted by sean on 2000-08-24, 22:55:18 (158.252.195.147)
Years ago I owned a Revox A77 High Speed Two track version - it actually came in two track and four track as well as "low speed" and "high speed", the high speed meaning 7.5 and 15 ips. Mine sounded a .......
115: Re: Acoustat X - Me too...... (5.95)
Posted by Joe M on 2004-11-17, 07:57:52 (65.10.240.16)
With Audio Research SP 3, Koss ESP 9 phones, Denon TT & Black Widow arm, ReVox A77 .......
116: you are so right (5.91)
Posted by jdouglas51 on 2008-09-27, 14:43:21 (71.210.119.99)
the rogue is a great amp, but thee counterpoint...well,its a friggin; counterpoint. i'm the same way about my revox stuff...cool is forever. .......
117: I guess you asked and not to toot my own horn, but.... (5.91)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 1999-08-20, 23:20:47 (205.188.200.23)
Summer of '85 in SF Valley, LA, one year out of college and living at home, working for my dad's attorney who went to Hawaii for two weeks while I house sat. Bought a Hafler DH220 and DH110 kit and sp .......
118: They use Studer Revox equipment... (5.86)
Posted by millen on 2005-02-01, 21:47:45 (68.145.91.179)
in Calgary. Technics SP10 turntables and Ortofon cartridges. Excellent sound coming out from my Nikko Gamma V tuner. .......
119: just bought a 16 year old ReVox and it works just fine. (5.86)
Posted by vital ital on 2006-02-23, 13:20:02 (83.131.110.166)
Just some general cleaning and a better power cord + some ceraballs and hura for vintage cdps! v.i. .......
120: Re: Building a vintage system (5.86)
Posted by Andrew L on 2000-05-16, 10:36:50 (24.93.29.251)
Don't forget a nice vintage CD player. Magnavox FD1040, FD2040 or Revox B225 will do nicely. :) .......
121: Re: Where's your headphone jack?? (5.82)
Posted by ColinR on 2002-02-09, 05:02:26 (213.122.9.105)
Its Quad kit so no headphone jacks. So if required the 'phones go into either one of the ReVox B77's or the Pioneer CT-S740S cassette deck. .......
122: Thats Funny...... (5.82)
Posted by djk on 2001-06-08, 04:25:50 (206.24.61.197)
Kyocera made the low priced Nakamichi stuff in the mid 80's.Including the OMS3 and OMS4 CD players that sounded so good.The Revox was a Magnavox. .......
123: Re: Revox F36 Reel Tape Deck - voltage problems?? (5.80)
Posted by kygeezer on 2002-02-11, 11:53:51 (63.108.240.157)
An update: I checked the amperage and it reads .01 milliamp. Am I making a mountain out of the mole hill? Thanks in advance for the help I need so badly! .......
124: Emmons Audio (5.75)
Posted by hifitommy on 2014-10-01, 22:14:27 (76.168.13.138)
it was on ventura blvd and was an old line stereo shop. in a large console of two inch oak was a revox, mac electronics, and a thorens tt. impressive. .......
125: Re: HELP!!! Revox Tape machine sounds incredible but it... (5.75)
Posted by tonescout on 2001-03-04, 08:09:04 (195.184.228.160)
hi I dont use a remote ,but there is a blanking plug that must be plugged in before my machine works correctly. anyway i will try to simulate your problem and get back. regard t.s .......
126: Re: HELP!!! Revox Tape machine sounds incredible but it... (5.73)
Posted by tonescout on 2001-03-03, 16:34:33 (212.137.228.47)
hi ye i had this problem a long time ago i think it was something to do with the remote plug socket i had left the plug out ,i will hae a good think and get back to you. t.s .......
127: Revox S-26 FM Tuner (5.69)
Posted by chipn on 2001-08-31, 22:00:26 (12.79.180.63)
Bought a demo by mail-order, without knowing much about it. Great tuner. Not as good as an Etude, but better than anything else I ever heard besides the Etude. .......
128: Revox Exception System (5.67)
Posted by Douglas245 on 2013-06-27, 07:34:41 (184.22.5.18)
Does anyone have any experience with this line? Does anyone know a good reference source for it? And the (former) list prices? Seems like this was their last serious line. But I do not know how good .......
129: RE: OK, it's Old Mark 6 (5.67)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2017-05-20, 08:55:18 (47.188.98.98)
Yeah, yeah, old Mark 6. But What? The last Revox A77 was MkIV (which I have). What's a Mark 6? :) .......
130: Turntable set up in NYC (5.66)
Posted by matthewb on 2000-07-08, 12:34:42 (216.164.221.75)
I have a Revox direct drive TT from the 80's in need of a new cartridge and a set up. Can anyone recomend a good, reasonable, reputable place that can do this in the New York City area? Thanks, any ad .......
131: Revox G-36 (5.64)
Posted by Joost riphagen on 2000-06-17, 18:05:40 (130.115.255.250)
I just bought one to restore (more of a gimmick, it looks cool and is supposed to be quite good).. Has anyone used these things ?? I want to see it I can make some minimalistic acoustic recordings wit .......
132: I'd count my blessings (5.60)
Posted by Dave Pogue on 2005-12-17, 16:25:32 (69.138.167.49)
I know you're unhappy, but this is just about the last r-r deck in the world I'd consider buying. I'm actually surprised it's still operating (if, in fact, it is). You can do MUCH better -- Teac, Sony .......
133: Good idea (5.60)
Posted by Magpie on 2015-09-07, 19:22:06 (66.229.175.187)
I had a buddy whose father had one as well as your de rigeur reel revox I remember thinking how much better it was than my sony cassette . Lower noise, better highs I kind of felt the same way she I h .......
134: HH Scott pre~amp (5.60)
Posted by LWR on 2016-01-07, 06:25:05 (67.237.104.132)
Dynaco 70, Altec Voice of the Theater A& speakers, I think the TT was a Mirachord or a Rek-o-Cut, had both but not sure which came first. Revox R2R tape and good old zip cord on everything. ::: TOPIC: .......
135: Consoles come back? (5.60)
Posted by hifitommy on 2017-03-24, 20:15:19 (108.185.226.88)
once, at emmons audio, ( a loooong time ago) i saw a big, 3" thick oak console with mac electronics, revox tape, a ?dual tt, and JBLs in the ends. MASSIVE. .......
136: Re: Used Revox? (5.60)
Posted by john curl on 2000-10-28, 08:24:07 (209.179.193.199)
Pat Duran modified the Revoxes that I have, as well. Pat Duran now builds the CTC modules for us. He isn't modifying anymore, if he can help it. He is now producing music on Macs for distribution. :: .......
137: Re: Used Revox? (5.56)
Posted by Bob Olhsson on 2000-10-27, 22:06:20 (206.184.69.212)
I have an A-77HS that was tweaked by John's friend Pat Duran. It totally shut down a brand new Ampex ATR-100 which has recently become the darling of the pro studio world. Too bad it isn't 1/2" or 30 .......
138: RE: Picture of main Listening Area, would you like to share? (5.55)
Posted by vital ital on 2008-03-29, 16:07:33 (83.131.52.50)
Dyn Audience 42, ProJect DII, ReVox 226b (now Rega Apollo), Bow Wazoo amp... v.i. Million miles from home. .......
139: Re: Aiwa or Sony cassette deck? (5.55)
Posted by CONfused V on 2003-12-26, 10:11:14 (67.84.157.69)
True, they used to make one of the better tape decks, and reasonably priced. Nakamichi is out of business, I think. They where grossly overpriced things. Is Teac still around making deck? Revox? Tandb .......
140: RE: I miss the old days (5.55)
Posted by nairb on 2012-02-04, 02:49:52 (71.223.143.165)
I miss my old Revox reel-to-reel and library of tapes, but most of all I miss the greatest upgrade of all - my teen to mid-thirties hearing. .......
141: Re: I ALREADY own BOTH the Dragon AND the Revox B215 (5.53)
Posted by John Kercheval on 2006-08-16, 14:07:34 (151.200.142.230)
As I recall Nagra is tubed & battery powered. Is this correct? Or am I thinking of another company? I know Nagra (SWiss?) gets excellent write ups in the audiop[hile press. .......
142: there was a store here in the porn capital (5.51)
Posted by hifitommy on 2012-04-16, 21:48:18 (76.168.152.155)
yes, the san fernando valley, on ventura blvd that sold custom items like that. one i looked in had a revox open reel, thorens, and mac electronics. it was made of two inch thick oak. .......
143: Great fun at recording studio. (5.51)
Posted by Steelhead on 2014-12-04, 14:10:03 (69.178.12.4)
Hey My Dancing Sea Monkey, You look like Sylvester that finally caught tweety. Must have been a blast. Looking at those awesome Studers brought back memories of my long gone Revox A77. Cool shots. ::: .......
144: Not sure if sound reinforcement in the listening room is audiophile or not (5.46)
Posted by LWR on 2015-11-29, 20:23:07 (67.237.105.106)
but those Altec A-7 Voice of the Theater speakers sure sounded great! Dynaco ST-70 driving them, Revox tape recorder, Mirachord TT, Pre-Amp was a H H Scott. .......
145: Re: misc. tuna thoughts... (5.46)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-08-09, 10:44:40 (156.40.103.61)
well, according to the specs, the gft555ll fits right in between the gft1/1a & the gft2. so, i'd surmize that the gft2 is cut below, while the gft1/1a is a cut above. but, i've never asked adcom about .......
146: REVIEW: Revox A77 Tapedeck (5.43)
Posted by stereophile mark@pinballsareus@aol.com on 2004-01-11, 19:35:41 (205.188.209.77)
Model: A77 Category: Tapedeck Suggested Retail Price: Originally $499.00 U.S. Description: Reel-to-reel tape recorder Manufacturer URL: Revox Model Picture: View Review by stereop .......
147: The reel to reel music in the Welbourne room (5.43)
Posted by chosenhandle on 2006-10-25, 11:48:59 (66.173.8.245)
Whatever music they put on the Revox R2R sounded absolutely outstanding on the welbourne amps and Audio Kenisis speakers. .......
148: I use the kitten approval system (5.40)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-23, 12:45:49 (70.93.131.209)
Frank25, I haven't had anything blessed but I find that if my cat pays attention to the box of a new piece of gear- plays in falls asleep in the box, it's likely to be something I'll be happy with and .......
149: Revox A77 service in Minneapolis? (5.39)
Posted by PSP on 2000-08-25, 06:03:45 (199.254.239.187)
I have an A77 that I've owned since the 70's. It's seen no abuse, works for the most part (pilot light is out, stuff like that) but it hasn't been tuned up much either. Can anyone suggest someone in/n .......
150: RE: Old-school , name one ....? (5.38)
Posted by SoundMann on 2016-04-29, 15:17:44 (8.25.246.235)
The most musical SS system that I can vividly recall hearing was comprised of a big Tandberg receiver, a Revox Reel-to-Reel, and a big 3-way set of Spendors playing a recording that to this day I am u .......
151: Re: Open reel tape recorder making a comeback? (5.38)
Posted by Rich on 2001-06-20, 12:37:05 (24.45.39.43)
***Consumer equipment is 1/4" (4-track) machines.*** There were plenty of half track consumer machines from Tandberg, Revox, Teac, Technics, Crown and others. .......
152: was a Bang & Olufsen LT TT not a Revox..oops..:)..n/t (5.37)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2007-01-23, 20:25:33 (82.201.191.121)
. # The path of the righteous man is beset on all sides by the inequities of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men # Jules Winnfield(Ezekiel 25:17)>Pulp Fiction .......
153: Re: Best Tuner less than $500 old or new (5.37)
Posted by doug s. on 2001-11-13, 05:29:20 (156.40.103.61)
look for an onix bwd1, w/the optional s.o.a.p. power supply. extremely hard-to-find used, they are well worth it, w/excellent selectivity/sensitivity, & sound quality to rival the best out there. it i .......
154: One wonders is every generation (or many of ONE generation) comes up with something similar? (5.34)
Posted by Dman on 2015-01-23, 11:31:31 (174.79.200.235)
See link attached... Cheers, .......
155: Re: Does anyone still listen to cassettes? (5.34)
Posted by millen on 2003-09-17, 10:03:15 (142.56.2.11)
Haven't stop listening to them since they came out. As the matter of fact I’m still buying them every chance I get for .50 each on Goodwill store you can’t go wrong really. Also I’m still using my Rev .......
156: RE: The deck in the photo is an AKAI (5.34)
Posted by A.Wayne on 2016-01-24, 07:58:24 (65.8.37.147)
John , some years ago had posted on DIY what he did when modding the electronics , i will look to see if i still Have the schematics .. BTW i was never a fan of Akai stuff , (owned a few) Always thoug .......
157: Re: Recommend a cassette deck, please! (5.30)
Posted by ozraven on 2001-08-25, 14:58:09 (203.164.2.198)
Hiya Jeff Try a Revox B215 (newer, has HX Pro) or B710. Excellent decks both sonically and mechanically. Built like a (Mercedes) truck. Parts and spares ae still available at reasonable prices too (at .......
158: RE: And open reel decks (5.30)
Posted by hchinaski on 2011-06-10, 18:19:43 (68.106.159.58)
I heard playback in the Sonorous room of what seemed to be the Beatles LOVE remix album. Sounded good but I thought it was curious choice of material to showcase a tape machine with, given the ProTool .......
159: Re: My reel to reel tape or player? Something is amiss (5.28)
Posted by Art Shapiro on 2004-03-26, 09:00:39 (192.59.240.129)
Well, if you're anywhere in this area (Orange County, CA), you're welcome to try it on my Revox. Otherwise, perhaps they'll be another inmate in your geographic area with a r-to-r deck. The pragmatic .......
160: Revox B760 Tuner Advice (5.28)
Posted by Jeff Landry on 2001-05-02, 19:09:06 (206.47.244.55)
Has anyone ever used or heard this tuner, or know much about it? It has unbelievable specs and I've seen it around priced in the $400 range, but have no clue how it would compare to similarly priced u .......
161: Re: Product placement in Ali (5.26)
Posted by Joe M on 2002-01-17, 21:59:44 (216.77.219.20)
Just saw the movie Ali tonight.There is a scene in which Ali goes to the home of the elder elija mohamed there is a ReVox A77 on a shelf. Next scene it's nowhere to be found,also this is supposed to b .......
162: Re: HELP!!! Revox Tape machine sounds incredible but it... (5.26)
Posted by tonescout on 2001-03-03, 17:03:45 (212.137.228.138)
hi again i really cant remember the exact number of functions that fail when the remote blanking plug is left out or requires cleaning but recording is one , i think that it is quite random,but on my .......
163: Re: If you HAD been alive... (5.26)
Posted by Trmbn8 on 2004-11-16, 22:00:44 (157.252.162.101)
OK... A/D/S L1590s, probably a Linn Sondek LP12 TT, maybe run with some Dynaco ST-70s and then use an ARC SP-3 for the preamp. If I was rich enough. Otherwise, I'd probably just use the same rig my da .......
164: Re: Technics RS-1700 (5.26)
Posted by tocororo on 2000-10-31, 12:13:51 (205.152.165.254)
Thanks! I do want to get back into reel decks, but concerned about future repairs. Want 10in reels, auto reverse, 3 3/4 & 7 ips, and durability. Not too fond of Revox decks. Thought RS-1700 to be tick .......
165: Re: You have the service manual? (5.25)
Posted by Dman on 2001-03-04, 08:04:38 (207.107.54.20)
the service manual is a very well thought out manual (for its day). while i have used it for basic maintenance and calibration, there obviously is not a 'trainer course' on circuit logic (which is whe .......
166: RE: The remake of "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo:" most conspicuous high-end placement I've (5.23)
Posted by mustt on 2011-12-27, 11:49:19 (24.17.244.173)
B&O system in Uncle Martin's living room. Tandberg ? in his basement "recreation" room. Tinker, Tailor featured Revox reels. .......
167: Re: Tuners- Revox, Mac, Accuphase... (5.23)
Posted by bdsrb on 2001-03-28, 19:29:58 (205.188.200.42)
Thanks for all of the input. I had pretty much decided to go with the MR-77 or the Accuphase. Being that I've located a mint MR-77, I am going to go that route. From what I gather its a good all round .......
168: More Info on Open Reels.... (5.22)
Posted by scooter on 2001-10-01, 17:46:07 (129.37.99.143)
The Otari is one of the simplest machines to operate given the number of features that it offers. One thing that doesn't seem to be mentioned in this thread is the need to ensure that the machines are .......
169: RE: The deck in the photo is an AKAI (5.21)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2016-01-24, 07:31:43 (173.57.125.105)
You make good points. Yes, my Revox A77 Mk IV is both nostalgic and late-70's SS. (Still, it sounds great.) Our friend John Curl once (maybe more) said words to the effect 'keep the transport, but re- .......
170: I seem to recall my Revox B77 had about 70 dB. (5.18)
Posted by StephenJK on 2014-04-10, 06:30:44 (186.11.48.165)
At least, that was the published specification. That, with a flat frequency response made it a great machine for very high quality home use with a quarter track 3-3/4 & 7 ips or the half track 7 and 1 .......
171: Madrigal Carnegie One MC Cartridge / Anyone knows it? (5.16)
Posted by Hugocelli on 2006-09-01, 20:56:00 (200.40.72.181)
Does anybody knows it, or does anyone has one? I got one, but it's getting hard for me that this cartridge is able to sound good. I listen to rock, folk, psycho, pop, and a little of 50's jazz. Record .......
172: RE: How many years old are each of your oldest and still active components in your main system? (5.15)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2012-11-17, 13:30:01 (173.74.207.252)
Revox A77 Mk IV, bought in 1978 or so. Mint condition. One owner. Low miles. Belden 12 gauge stranded twisted pair speaker cable. Have had it for at least 20 years. Still sounds excellent. ::: TOPIC .......
173: System upgrade (5.14)
Posted by ebbflo@iglou.com on 2006-01-01, 18:10:01 (68.210.131.224)
Goodevening. I'm currently trying to upgrade my modest system of a NAD 2150 amp,NAD 2150 receiver used as pre/tuner, REVOX cdp, & B&W DM 220 speakers. Any area I should consider to maximize my efforts .......
174: Re: accuphase, revox, nakamichi, quad, pioneer vintage gear value? (5.13)
Posted by Estes on 2001-11-12, 17:42:50 (64.231.47.85)
While the units may be New Old Stock, they are now twenty years old. NO manufacturer is going to warranty something that old. The units may be worth something more than a used unit but not a lot more. .......
175: Re: Recording media (5.12)
Posted by Art Shapiro on 2003-08-09, 15:58:56 (68.4.174.97)
Bob, I'm curious about the disparagement of Revox. The A77 was good enough to master a number of recordings on such respected labels as BIS. I rarely turn on my A77s these days, but certainly never th .......
176: Re: Tuner recommendations? (5.12)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-02-14, 11:43:36 (156.40.103.61)
if ya want a good tuna, really cheap, try an adcom gft-1 or gft-1a. i lived w/one for years, & it was the sonic & reception-equal of the md ft-101, which a buddy lent me for several months. usually le .......
177: In Polydor recording control room....... (5.11)
Posted by bouncy ball on 2013-04-03, 08:49:01 (70.68.3.104)
One late night, my recording engineering friend took me there, we listened to some mastering tape via Revox electronic and big JBL speakers. The sound was the best ever. It was closed to 40 yrs ago ba .......
178: Re: POLL: does your system cost more than your car? (5.10)
Posted by Dman on 2001-08-07, 15:59:52 (206.186.115.26)
As far as the software end is concerned, I could have bought a Porsche or something of that style, if I hadn't gotten into this hobby (LPs and CDs). My system is STILL worth more than my car, but I do .......
179: Re: The TU-9900 was the best Sansui ever made... (5.09)
Posted by doug s. on 2002-02-25, 10:09:51 (156.40.103.61)
thanx for the info - yure the 1st person i've heard that's felt this way... any info how the sansui's stack up against, say, the mac mr67 & mr71, the tandberg 3001, the revox b261 & b760, the naim nat .......
180: Vintage Revox B261 Tuner (5.08)
Posted by RonyW on 2003-05-28, 23:36:25 (212.198.0.93)
magnificent, like owning a Rolls Royce(I would imagine). - new speaker cables, just basic stranded Litz wire with soldered silver bare wire terminations - new phono cabling from Gotham(former neumann) .......
181: Re: nothing bove tuners ?... and analog recording (5.08)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-06-06, 05:10:54 (208.22.102.120)
Aurel, A good tuner, a fine antenna and rotor, in an excellent stereo kit will sound great as long as the station does not process the sound and try to tart it up. Here in the US, many college station .......
182: of course, and the converse is also true -- (5.07)
Posted by mhardy6647 on 2020-01-12, 17:21:48 (71.192.138.56)
but you get what you pay for. This Sony, e.g., was a dump find. I, unfortunately, get attached to stuff like this altogether too easily. It really, truly, ain't worth the space it takes up (except .......
183: Re: Technics 1500 (5.06)
Posted by Argus on 2001-09-29, 02:50:21 (63.127.47.191)
Hi Otari, I am interested like Rick. Up until now I have not heard much about Otari and was about to embark on a Revox B77 venture. Like Rick I am looking for a reliable machine with good sonics. One .......
184: Teac, Revox, Pioneer (5.06)
Posted by Dave Pogue on 2003-12-02, 18:32:42 (66.44.1.206)
I'd start with one of these three. Plenty of them around (check Ebay for starters). The conventional wisdom is to steer clear of Akai because of parts/service problems. My two Teacs (X-1000R and A-230 .......
185: Re: Revox A77 Brakes (5.03)
Posted by Jon Haynes on 2000-12-12, 03:31:28 (203.12.144.231)
Al, Thanks for the tip. I have found the site for the uk distibutor whick looks promising. I was lucky enough to obtain the factory remote with mine along with a handbook and service manual and about .......
186: What jond said.. (5.02)
Posted by ppopp on 2003-10-23, 08:36:30 (207.93.150.6)
Naks piss all over every other tape deck ever made, including Revox, Pioneer and Yamaha, not to mention NAD. If you see a JVC TDV541 (1991/92)going cheap, snap it up. It offers great performance. I ha .......
187: RE: Where is your stuff made: survey... (5.02)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2013-05-20, 18:36:53 (173.74.207.218)
Schoeps condenser microphones - Germany. AKG headphones - Austria. Valley People mic preamps - USA. Revox A77 - Switzerland. Western Digital hard drives - Malaysia & Thailand. The rest - probably Japo .......
188: Re: anyone else experience this ? (5.02)
Posted by Steve A on 2001-08-29, 14:17:20 (216.68.243.12)
Even components that wouldn't at first blush seem prone to retaining smoke odor will if subjected to it for an extended period. I was offered a pristine Revox B-77 some years back for a very reasonabl .......
189: Re: Bose Wave vs. Tivoli/Kloss Model Two (5.02)
Posted by Cafe Jeff on 2003-01-06, 05:59:10 (204.50.126.8)
Hi, I have a Tivoli Model 1 in the Kitchen. I'll often listen to it more in a day than my somewhat larger system in the lounge. It also pulls in Buffalo better than the Revox with the Magnum Dynalab A .......
190: RE: Anybody still have their 1st cd player? (5.01)
Posted by hahax@verizon.net on 2013-09-17, 20:48:34 (108.5.108.19)
I've never had a CD player that lasted more than 5 or 6 years and I got my 1st one, a Revox by the mid 80s. And most of them had a similar problem. The drawer stopped operating properly. Most of them .......
191: Re: Open-Reel Analog Tape Decks (5.01)
Posted by ggraff on 2003-08-29, 14:05:44 (209.240.198.63)
I used to have a professional Studer-Revox, but it became difficult to find parts for, so I have since given up on open reel tapes. These are great machines,but unless you know someone who can get par .......
192: Re: HELP!!! Revox Tape machine sounds incredible but it... (5.01)
Posted by Dman on 2001-03-04, 07:58:29 (207.107.54.20)
thanks for the info. so far. i don't use the remote with the deck (if that matters?), i never got one when i bought it. i don't hear any servo 'click' when i press the transport control for record. i .......
193: Re: Using a computer as a music server (4.99)
Posted by Colin on 2003-05-18, 19:52:32 (68.163.96.57)
Some excellent thoughts here; though most choices are compressed and not for high end audio. The Revox 57 stores many hundreds of uncompressed full cds and is definitely for high end uses with audioph .......
194: RE: Imperfections (4.97)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2013-06-07, 09:20:43 (173.74.207.218)
Don't even get me started on levels!!!!!! ;) The year was 1974. The recording was Schubert's "Fantasia in F Minor", D. 940. The microphones were Schoeps, the recorder was a Revox A700 (which I don't l .......
195: Re: Has Anyone Actually Heard A Master Tape? (4.95)
Posted by Ross Lipman on 2000-03-27, 11:38:19 (208.243.96.98)
Yes. A bootleg of a Greatfull Dead Concert. A Revox A-77 fed from the main audio line out of the mixing board, before signal was sent by microwave to another location. Clarity, imageing, bass are outs .......
196: Does it worth the costs and the trouble? (4.92)
Posted by Alex on 2001-01-13, 13:10:36 (216.102.227.130)
I have two DEAD Harmon/Kardon high end, top of the line (CD-491) cassette decks here. My dealer told me don't bother to fix them. The repair costs will be more than what they're worth. Even *IF* parts .......
197: Re: First post (4.90)
Posted by Steelhead on 2006-09-20, 17:01:01 (209.124.141.81)
Real hard for me to give specific advice as I have never heard Vandies but I can give some general yada yada stuff that worked for me on the upgrade train. I had a Nakamichi CD2 player that I bought n .......
198: Re: OLDEST EQUIPMENT (4.90)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-10-28, 06:32:28 (208.22.102.184)
jnk, Oldest piece of equipment is a 2 way tie: Dynaco Pas 3 preamp Dynaco FM-3 tuner Runner up: ReVox A77 reel-to-reel (my model: circa 1969) Still old and working: Luxman K-15 Cassette Deck (mid-70s} .......
199: Re: When did the first CD player hit the market? (4.89)
Posted by Sean on 2006-02-27, 18:45:00 (67.175.16.186)
The only "first generation" CD players worth looking at were those by Revox, Nakamichi and possibly Kyocera. As good as those units were compared to the others, they are still horrible sounding by cur .......
200: Re: Classics of the 70s (4.89)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-10-26, 18:15:47 (208.1.135.84)
Classic Audio, ReVox's can be repaired. All parts are still available. You can even get a wired remote (custom built) if you desire. Blank tape is still available. J&R Music World sells it. There used .......
Found 119 records in Amp/Preamp Asylum.
1: Re: Revox B750 MKII or Accuphase E-202 (9.99)
Posted by Rnm4 on 2006-03-19, 04:23:08 (72.57.64.114)
Hi Nightdoggy, Would you please elaborate? Why the Accuphase ovr the Revox? .......
2: Nice clean layout. Speaking of Revox i was impressed by this one (9.99)
Posted by beppe61 on 2014-04-25, 00:38:34 (85.19.92.6)
Hello, i like your amp a lot I would replace the PS caps with top quality one Speaking of Revox i had the opportunity to listen the b150 integrated with Quad esl 63 speakers. Very clean and powerful. .......
3: Re: Revox B750 MKII or Accuphase E-202 (9.75)
Posted by nightdoggy on 2006-03-19, 06:45:21 (69.87.201.235)
The circuit boards of the 750 are known to break down over time. Revox also used large numbers of Tantalum caps in the signal path. This is never done today because tantalums are intended for DC use o .......
4: Yes, how can I forget Studer Revox ;-p (9.20)
Posted by WBWB on 2007-01-15, 17:12:28 (202.136.180.83)
Hi Bambi, As you bring up Studer-Revox, another Swiss name came into mind... Weiss. And Weiss used to work in Studer. Fascinating stuff they have in Switzerland. I really like their sound. Generally, .......
5: RE: Sharing pics of Revox H5 (9.00)
Posted by Richard P on 2014-04-21, 10:04:47 (128.113.41.202)
I hate to say it, but you should seriously consider replacing all of the electrolytic caps in the unit. Not so much the larger value caps, but particularly the small pale blue Philips branded capacito .......
6: revox preamp b 739 (8.81)
Posted by MD ISMAIL on 2004-03-10, 21:46:29 (212.138.64.173)
dear sir , i purchase the preamp b739 of revox brand new as a shop soil.but it worked only one day.i was really upset .is there any one who can repair this.it s display was jig jog.and i cant able to .......
7: RE: What would you upgrade - preamp or DAC (8.50)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-01-23, 22:50:09 (91.87.156.101)
I've used an old (but fully restored) CD player for years (Revox B226) then one day I decided to try a last generation Chinese DAC (SMSL SU-8, 250$) In my opinion the cheap SMSL DAC wipes the floor wi .......
8: Revox A78 Amp Question (8.49)
Posted by tchp on 2008-10-06, 22:49:17 (97.115.127.227)
My Revox A78 amplifier works fine when first turned on, but as it warms up, the Left channel begins to lose most of its volume. On the back of the unit, there are four heatsinks, two on the left, and .......
9: RE: Crown 800CSL vs. Phase Linear 400 (7.86)
Posted by javed on 2007-07-14, 01:22:11 (202.38.58.14)
Thanks for the advice. I think the general consensus is that the Phase Linear will not be much of an improvement over the Crown. I am going to try them both side by side today but I also feel that the .......
10: Sweet ! (7.40)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-04-10, 10:51:48 (209.170.179.81)
I see the ReVox S25 amp has the black finish. That is pretty rare. Our amp and CD player here are in black also. You might try placing the sub as close to the center of the soundstage as is possible w .......
11: Sweet ! (7.32)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-04-10, 10:51:48 (209.170.179.81)
I see the ReVox S25 amp has the black finish. That is pretty rare. Our amp and CD player here are in black also. You might try placing the sub as close to the center of the soundstage as is possible w .......
12: Does anybody use a modified phono preamp as tape head preamp? (7.32)
Posted by Pyeboy on 2004-01-21, 01:16:43 (195.230.42.162)
Does anybody use a modified phono preamp as tape head preamp? Firstly I have to introduce my status quo: I own 3 Revox G36 by now and hundreds of prerecorded 2-, 4-tracks, 3.5 and 7.5 ips reels in IEC .......
13: Well the Revox is getting up there in age (6.97)
Posted by warnerwh on 2005-12-23, 21:42:13 (67.169.199.102)
and it may be worth having it aligned anyway. In case you don't know there's not alot of people who know how to align an analog tuner nor have the proper equipment to do it right. Radio X's Mike Willi .......
14: Revox B242 Power Amp - Mono Question? (6.88)
Posted by Tedzwedz on 2010-09-29, 17:51:48 (86.129.42.184)
Hi There Im new to the forum and from York, England! I dont know a huge amount about hifi as you will see from my question which is basic! I have a Revox B-242 (B242) Power Amp which I have had .......
15: RE: Sharing pics of Revox H5 (6.67)
Posted by whitese on 2014-04-21, 11:51:38 (65.211.107.247)
Thanks for the heads up!! I will look into that. regards jack .......
16: Re: Don't do passive bi-amp... (6.54)
Posted by scousepasty on 2005-06-25, 11:58:24 (62.139.16.198)
I started off with a single solid state amp [REVOX] running what is basically my system today, then bought a pair of ARC 120,s to power the main speakers and mono bridged the Revox to power the subs. .......
17: Re: anyone running ReVox Elegance S 25? (6.46)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-04-08, 10:56:20 (209.170.178.6)
We have one on display here. I am not familiar with your speakers. -Bill .......
18: Crown 800CSL vs. Phase Linear 400 (6.41)
Posted by javed on 2007-07-13, 00:19:42 (202.38.58.14)
Hi, I'm not as well-versed in audio equipment as most of the people on this forum, and would be grateful for some advice. Currently I am using a Crown IC150A pre-amp and a Crown 800csl power amp with .......
19: Sharing pics of Revox H5 (6.35)
Posted by whitese on 2014-04-19, 07:28:50 (68.196.46.77)
Well, I have been using this Revox H5 for a couple of weeks and I am liking it quite a bit. Excellent MM phono section..I am listening to a Chitarrone LP and the capture of dynamics and nuance is very .......
20: Re: Audio Research LS9 -- Gain Settings (6.33)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-07, 11:51:29 (70.93.131.209)
Zero, I had a similar issue recently when I added a Revox B-160 tuner to my office system. This is a marvelous souding tuner, but with my Audio Reserach SP-8 and D-130 amplifier, I could only open the .......
21: Tape recording through Cary SLI-80 (6.25)
Posted by akolegov on 2018-04-09, 12:32:18 (91.79.173.50)
It appears that I cannot make a tape recording through a Cary SLI-80 integrated amp: as it does not have a phono stage, I connected a Budgie phono preamp to Cary's AUX1 terminals and the input termina .......
22: Re: Revox B750 MKII or Accuphase E-202 (6.21)
Posted by nightdoggy on 2006-03-17, 06:42:10 (69.87.203.245)
I'd go with the Accuphase definitely. It also has much higher resale. .......
23: anyone running ReVox Elegance S 25? (6.19)
Posted by sober1 on 2005-04-07, 14:12:02 (68.252.103.249)
and if so, what are your thoughts? looking to matchup with Selah RC2 for bedroom system. pax vobis .......
24: anyone running ReVox Elegance S 25? (6.17)
Posted by sober1 on 2005-04-07, 14:12:02 (68.252.103.249)
and if so, what are your thoughts? looking to matchup with Selah RC2 for bedroom system. pax vobis .......
25: How about Swiss vintage- Studer Revox (6.17)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-01-15, 08:17:19 (70.239.150.60)
WBWB, I haven't heard their current products, but I've spent some time with 70's Studer Revox reel to reel recorders and more recently have been using a Revox B160 tuner (1988) in my office. The B160 .......
26: Re: revox preamp b 739 (6.07)
Posted by Raanan on 2004-03-11, 02:43:50 (217.132.53.121)
Ismail,Isn't the shop responsible for taking care of the repair?Raanan .......
27: Tried some things (6.06)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-12-23, 19:19:24 (4.232.45.233)
warnerwh, Say, thanks for such a quick reply! I probably paniced a bit and posted too soon. Since posting, I tried a few more things to isolate the problem. I awapped the left cable to the right chann .......
28: Re: Revox B750 MKII or Accuphase E-202 (5.98)
Posted by George Mann on 2006-03-20, 07:47:08 (66.248.17.207)
The Accuphase looks better, sounds better and is 100% more reliable. Get a good one as they are 30+ years old. Most still work well, I own one myself. .......
29: RE: Sharing pics of Revox H5 (5.92)
Posted by mjcmt on 2014-04-19, 11:07:50 (24.148.217.253)
Looks nice clean layout to me. Your last photo showing selection between different input voltages is a nice feature. .......
30: RE: Revox A78 Amp Question (5.92)
Posted by Karma16 on 2008-10-07, 10:11:06 (192.12.184.2)
HI, Sorry to say, Yes! I strongly suspect you are the cause. Chalk it up to lessons learned. If I were not such a nice and understanding person, I would take you out to the woodshed for being so carel .......
31: Re: Well the Revox is getting up there in age (5.78)
Posted by Frihed89 on 2005-12-24, 04:08:03 (83.95.150.100)
Exactly. I believe this is an aging problem only. This material has good sonic properties but isn't used very mch today because it does deteriorate with age. The question is where to find the replacem .......
32: Sound Quality (5.66)
Posted by djk on 2008-12-30, 01:35:10 (71.213.230.17)
A good preamp opens the line to the inputs not used, and then shorts that input jack to ground. Some tape decks (Revox among others) can cause distortion when they are turned off (as they are connecte .......
33: Re: Here ya go then. (5.60)
Posted by PRM on 2003-09-07, 11:16:16 (12.218.176.28)
Hi Chris, Thanks anyway. You have a first class system. I had the pleasure of talking with Tim Paravincini a couple of years ago. A very gracious and nice man. I need to see if he will re-build a Revo .......
34: That's protection in action... (5.56)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-01-30, 11:00:50 (63.124.17.253)
and normal for that product. I use the same set-up at home and have a similar demo set here. We also have a very nice ReVox amplifier and CD player that will behave in the same way. It really does pro .......
35: Bought Revox 555 (5.44)
Posted by el_jefe on 2014-07-14, 07:38:48 (24.102.84.134)
It is a base unit not a soundbar. Thought I'd strike while the sale was on. It has a specific Dialog Enhancer eq setting that works just fine for these old ears as well as a few other settings like Do .......
36: Something is not perfect (5.41)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-07-03, 07:59:39 (70.93.131.209)
JoeE, I have to second chris.redmond's comments that- without knowing he reason, when the gain on a preamp has to be run almost full, something is not correct. If you read the archives here, there are .......
37: And, well, maybe the FM "Super Tuners" of era (5.31)
Posted by Feanor on 2013-02-11, 11:56:33 (24.246.23.111)
Really nothing like them today. E.g. ... Marantz 2130... McIntosh MR78 ... Pioneer TX 9500II ... Denon TU-850 ... Yamaha CT-7000 ... Revox B760 ... Technics ST-9600 ... .......
38: ARC D-79a advice needed.... (5.28)
Posted by Pacha on 2004-06-19, 09:42:43 (68.35.66.167)
I have a chance to acquire a D-79a in mint condition, I currently run a Classic 60. Other equipment is ARC SP-8, MCP-33, SOTA and Revox w/ B&W speakers. I can only afford to keep one amp, any thoughts .......
39: Re: actually ... (5.18)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-25, 09:47:02 (70.238.118.145)
Thom, As usual, informative- and thankfully polite to the technically challenged. Thanks for the correction/clarifification. I should have had the manual before commenting and assuming. The relay and .......
40: RE: Seeking suggestions for LOW budget preamp for bedroom (5.00)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-09-22, 15:04:56 (74.120.15.150)
I agree about the integrated solution, but I have a power amp that I am going to use until it's last breath for a variety of reasons, a Revox A722. Otherwise I would order a Rega Brio 2 or something i .......
41: RE: Mark Levinson JC 2 ChiFi Knockoff (4.99)
Posted by KanedaK on 2023-04-07, 22:21:18 (178.51.248.75)
How can you tell? I bought a 79$ active crossover on AliExpress and it sounds better than many "serious" pro brands. Its PCB is more solid than the one in my Revox B226 CD player. Similarly, I bought .......
42: ARC: LS5, LS15, LS25 (4.72)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-02-25, 09:31:29 (66.74.85.223)
tfrazeur, In my previous office system I used: Cambridge Audio 640C CD/ Revox B160 tuner > LS3 > D130 > Infinity Primus 360 speakers. See photo above of the chaos when I was trying three vintage tu .......
43: RE: Revox B242 Power Amp - Mono Question? (4.58)
Posted by Tedzwedz on 2010-11-10, 15:07:36 (86.165.49.159)
Guys! Success! I have had it serviced at my dealer and it is now back at home and working great, it now sings on both channels!! As you thought, it was a dry joint on the input board, I have had all .......
44: Seems hifimanuals is gone (4.56)
Posted by JURB on 2019-08-09, 10:42:41 (76.241.138.183)
Just tried to go there, I get some page in German and while I do not know German it seems to say "Tough shit, we gone". I wanted to see if there were any other versions of this amp, a Crown CTs-600. .......
45: RE: Love CJ sound, hate lack of remote (4.55)
Posted by KanedaK on 2017-05-19, 01:02:35 (87.65.23.61)
How many times trough a listening session do you adjust the volume? I hate having no remote for my 1987 Revox CD player, because skipping tracks is a pain (and i'd rather leave the venerable front as .......
46: RE: volume level on CD player (4.48)
Posted by KanedaK on 2018-10-03, 00:26:38 (94.111.58.0)
On my vintage Revox B226 player, the fixed output sounds better than the variable one. Overloading the preamp input is a reality; in my case i solved the problem with some Harrison Labs 6dB inline att .......
47: That works too (4.45)
Posted by nightdoggy on 2006-03-16, 10:06:32 (69.87.198.72)
I used to do exactly that before I bought the pcb washer. You are right about tube stuff. The flux residue is loaded with oxides and is corrosive. A close friend of mine had one of the first Revox cd .......
48: Revox B750 MKII or Accuphase E-202 (4.42)
Posted by Rnm4 on 2006-03-16, 03:57:59 (72.57.64.114)
Hi there, Anyone have actual experience with these two vintage integrateds? I am considering purchasing one or the other, and would like to know how the sound, how they compare, and if there is anythi .......
49: Warmup / Burn-in (4.33)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-08-13, 08:37:42 (70.237.102.164)
ATIONG, I've only heard the Audio Research REF 3 preamp three times in the shop and at a show and of course these were all carefully sorted systems and probably with a few hours. In my view, a REF3 sh .......
50: Re: u are not listed in member systems and no posts in data bank? are u new to this forum? what gives?) (4.33)
Posted by astrostar59 on 2006-02-17, 00:03:39 (83.36.5.43)
Hello soundquest My previous system was for the last 8 years: Pink Triangle Cardinal Transport and Decapo Dac 22 bit M3 AN valve pre-amp Musical Fidelity A/370-2 moss-fet power amp Kef 107/2 speakers .......
51: Vintage Luxman vs. Vintage McIntosh vs. Nikko........ (4.29)
Posted by RedGrant on 2009-11-11, 07:34:41 (70.184.219.155)
in 1. pre-amps 2. amps 3. Integrated 4. receiver category Question #1, Which is best in sonics? #2, Which is the best value? Let me tell you where I'm coming from. 1. I like the sound of cassette dec .......
52: Trying solid state after 20 years of tubes (4.29)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-01-04, 06:28:39 (70.237.102.175)
waters, A year ago with prices rising so quickly, I decided to buy a good tuner for the office wherein I listened up to 16 hours a day- or rather the tuner would be on all the time and if something ca .......
53: RE: Old / classic hi-fi equipment (4.13)
Posted by JimL on 2011-03-31, 14:50:47 (152.132.9.192)
See my Inmate system. Don't remember how long I've had most of these, but here are the vintage pieces. I use them because they sound good and I could afford them, some date back to the 1950s, most are .......
54: RE: Great Sounding SS Vintage Preamp (4.12)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2010-04-06, 12:02:39 (38.118.25.194)
I am using a Yamaha C-2x and I am quite pleasantly surprised by the sound quality. It is extremely quiet. I can put my ear up against the speaker and hear nothing. With the volume cranked, the phone s .......
55: Re: Lowering gain of AR LS3 (4.11)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-04-24, 06:01:01 (71.143.154.172)
BrightMellow, Concerning lowering GAIN: Looking at page 4 of the Audio Research LS3 manual, the only notation is that "a reduction of 10dB is possible", and to phone Audio Research for how to do this. .......
56: RE: ARC LS- 3 : Relentlessly Revealing (4.07)
Posted by Karma16 on 2011-01-26, 11:09:58 (192.12.184.6)
HI BambiB, While we may disagree about the relative merits of the SP-10 vs. the SP-11, we don't argue about tuners. I have a Revox B160 too and I love it. Based upon what you have written, you do too. .......
57: Yamaha m-4 Amplifier (SS) (4.06)
Posted by meilankev on 2002-12-02, 09:49:45 (24.94.152.90)
Well, I've had an M-4 in my main stereo from 1980 until 6 months ago. I bought it new when I was in the USAF in Germany. The retail price was $750, but was under $400 through the BX Overseas catalog. .......
58: The "easiest " way- possibly.. (4.06)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-15, 11:42:06 (70.93.131.209)
Jagdeep, The LS-15 does provide 12.5dB gain without modification- but only in balanced mode- rather than single ended. Can your friend use the LS to amplifier balanced? Otherwise, the gain in SE is 6 .......
59: Are you sure ? (4.04)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-06-26, 12:57:56 (71.147.0.85)
josephclark, I have both a Marantz 2235 and 2275- these receivers are probably made a couple of years after your 2270- and my recollection of those receivers is that there are "PRE-OUT" jacks round th .......
60: RE: INNERSOUND ESL (4.04)
Posted by Travis on 2010-03-21, 08:31:03 (12.109.26.64)
I've had Innersound ESL-300s for at least five years. At various points, I have owned Atma-Sphere , Berning, McIntosh SS, Revox, Dynaco tube, etc. The Innersound is a screaming bargain among excellent .......
61: Re: I've always liked the "Naim sound" (4.03)
Posted by jimsilverwing on 2005-06-20, 15:30:04 (64.12.116.7)
Read your post about Naim Gear and totally agree. Naim was first brought to my attention around 1980 when a salesman who'd worked for a Long Island Hi-end audio store (Audio By Zimet) decided to open .......
62: RE: Revox A78 Amp Question (3.99)
Posted by tchp on 2008-10-07, 09:19:01 (97.115.127.227)
Thanks for the reply. I had just got the amp last week. The first couple of days, I used it for long periods, and did not notice any problem. It was only yesterday that I realized one channel was fadi .......
63: RE: In-line attenuators other than Rothwell? (3.97)
Posted by PAR on 2018-05-02, 03:11:55 (88.97.21.18)
" I've tried a pair of Rothwells - HATED them". Me too. However I have tried other in line attenuators and the Rothwells were the best of them !! Maybe you could build your own. After all they are on .......
64: Are we entering an era that will wonder why we bother with line stage preamps ? (3.88)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-04-24, 10:12:44 (71.143.154.172)
Chuck Y, Thanks for the additional comments concerning using the Rothwell attenuators betwen the preamp and power amp- this does make a different situation. I tried this also, but still felt there was .......
65: RE: Revox A78 Amp Question (3.86)
Posted by Karma16 on 2008-10-07, 03:54:56 (65.19.26.167)
HI, I have never worked on a A78. But, to large degree, from a service point of view, amps are amps. My bet is the bias circuit in your right channel has failed. The idle current is WAY out of spec wh .......
66: Attenuators attention (3.86)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-06-23, 07:07:01 (76.172.194.64)
Frihed89, As far as I know- and I'm technically challenged, the attenuators used to lower output are simply in-line resistors that lower output voltage. As they have no rectifying or capacitance, I'm .......
67: RE: Regor (3.83)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-09-23, 08:25:24 (184.107.230.50)
Revox A722, which some unique specs: Electrical Performance Characteristics A722 Continuos Sine Wave Power 2 x 60 W / 4 Ohm 2 x 45 W / 8 Ohm 2 x 30 W / 16 Ohm Music Power > 2 x 90 W / 4 Ohm Distortion .......
68: In-line attenuators other than Rothwell? (3.82)
Posted by KanedaK on 2018-05-02, 01:42:45 (94.111.58.0)
Have (always had) too much gain in my system. Mainly when I use my 2,5V Revox CD player (wich is my main source). I would like to find OR build a good in-line attenuator. I heard of EVS or Endler but .......
69: Bridging power amps? (3.76)
Posted by Revoe on 2005-07-20, 12:56:43 (62.255.64.6)
I have happily for many years been running a Quad 66 /606 into a pair of Kef 105.3 monitors, I like music LOUD and have a very large power eating listening room,now and again the Quad 606 would run ou .......
70: RE: Preamp gain for a Dyna ST-70? (3.68)
Posted by John Elison on 2013-12-05, 05:52:00 (98.19.151.153)
I had a Revox integrated amplifier many years ago with individual volume controls for each input. It allowed me to adjust volume so that each source played with the same loudness. Therefore, whenever .......
71: I'll be very intrerested in your observations (3.64)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-08-15, 14:30:23 (72.129.64.11)
praxis, I'd be very interested to read freah impressions of the REF3 and LS25/II with the VT-100/III. The LS25 is a really nice one- and again the 4 E88CC/6922s are nice and tuneable. The REF3 is a ni .......
72: RE: NAD C315BEE and Vandersteen 2C Signature II (3.63)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-01-17, 12:43:03 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTO: My cluttered 2005 office system when testing three vintage tuners (McIntosh MR67 and MR77, Revox B160). On the right is the Audio Research LS3 and D130 amplifier. The grey box upper left is .......
73: Thoreau: "Simplify, simplify, simplify." Emerson: "One 'simplify' is enough !" (3.54)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-17, 08:37:04 (71.143.152.180)
Mr. G., A couple of days ago I was whining to a frind about my numerous elctrically related misfortunes lately- the list was 11 items, mostly audio- my microphone preamp went to the shop yesterday, th .......
74: REF 3 (3.48)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-08-24, 08:53:22 (72.129.64.11)
praxis, I think you've hit on the very best criterium for your decisions by listing the time you spent listening on each occassion. It's an excellent idea since it's the listenability- the degree of " .......
75: RE: SP8, LS5, LS15, LS25, PH3SE, PH5 (3.44)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-09-16, 08:53:03 (75.84.203.1)
PHOTO: LS25 : From the ARC Database Yada, I've used Vandersteen 2C's since 1985 in my main system and I think they have a strong affinity with Audio Research- and even today when I hear REF3s wit .......
76: RE: Luxman CL35 II (3.42)
Posted by javed on 2007-07-23, 21:45:08 (202.38.58.14)
Thanks for your offer. Specifically I was a little unsure about the operation of the knob switches beneath the bass and treble controls. There is a choice of three frequencies in each. Am I correct in .......
77: I have Irish friends too ! (3.41)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-01-13, 11:51:39 (70.136.154.180)
Jimbo, Sorry to hear this. I've had near mishaps with coffee and audio gear but not vomit. Not long ago, I was drinkong coffee and leaned over to start a CD and had to cough without warning- spraying .......
78: MC240, D115, D130, ST70, HF12, MX110, SP8, SP10, LS3, PAS3 ) (3.38)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-01-11, 08:26:05 (64.149.235.186)
Mutha, Power amplifiers: McIntosh MC240> 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Audio Research D115 > 1989 Mercedes 560SEC coupe Audio Research D130 > 1996 BMW M3 convertible Dynaco ST-70 > 1963 Ford Falcon .......
79: RE: recap (3.35)
Posted by KanedaK on 2017-12-10, 02:51:55 (94.111.58.0)
Well I've had an SAE preamp done by professionals a few years ago and it cost me a fortune: around 490euro (that was including a couple of new Cinch sockets). That said, I started to do it muyself tw .......
80: Point / Counterpoint (3.26)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-04-26, 11:07:14 (71.132.65.186)
audiobasic2000, It's been a long while sine I heard either the Conrad-Johnson PV2 or Counterpoint S-1000, but my memory is tht these are two different approaches to sound, the C-J should be warm and r .......
81: Audio Research MCP-33 (3.15)
Posted by Pacha on 2004-04-19, 16:46:35 (68.35.66.167)
Hi Bambi, Thanks for the quick reply. Here is my situation. Due to a life change the only remaining parts of my sound system are a SOTA Millenna turntable w/ SME V arm and Audioquest 7000 FTE Cart. an .......
82: ARC LS- 3 : Relentlessly Revealing (3.14)
Posted by Bambi B on 2011-01-16, 06:24:26 (98.148.220.162)
gripweed44, I don't have experience with the Bryston amplifier, but I have had three Audio Research Preamps over 26 years: tubed SP8, SP10, and used the solid state one- an LS3 (1996), with a solid st .......
83: Quad 34 (3.09)
Posted by klatu00 on 2004-10-12, 09:26:55 (24.114.244.61)
Hi Everyone I was fortunate to be able to pick up some really good eqpt really cheap this summer and eventually realized that maybe, just maybe, I am at the bottom rung of the high-end eqpt ladder. My .......
84: RE: mini T-amps crazyness (3.08)
Posted by KanedaK on 2023-11-09, 02:02:32 (178.51.71.154)
Well, I really like the sound of my modded Trends TA10.1, and of any well implemented TA2024. There's something tubey about it; immediate, but warm. It certainly works wonders on my horns. Especially .......
85: In line attenuators and a great review with instructions on how to get the best sound (3.04)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-03-19, 19:19:20 (70.239.151.72)
Scholl, I had a similar problem with a Revox B160 tuner with so much gain that the gain setting on an Audio REsearch LS3 is about 8:00 and anything past 9:00 is blasting. Part of this is I'm using Inf .......
86: Cute- and she can cook ! (3.00)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-07-11, 07:25:32 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTO: 2-EICO HF-12's (not mine) 12W of sheer EL84 muscle! Mister Pig, It's amusing in your photo to see what appears to be a small, simple amplifier being attacked by large, sophisticated wire .......
87: dmzwizard Tubes in your SP-8 Mk II (2.99)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-04-27, 20:31:48 (76.166.157.254)
PHOTO: My former office system when I was trying vintage tuners: ARC LS3, ARC D130, Cambridge Audio 640C, tuners: Mcintosh MR67, MR77, and Revox B160 and the grey box on top of the 640C is the Peav .......
88: RE: Thank you (2.93)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-02-18, 02:04:13 (94.111.40.237)
My whole system (tri-amped, all horn-loaded (except the two second-hand TOTL Focal subs), 104dB average sensitivity) complete with CD drive + DAC and record player and quality cables and footers and a .......
89: Rothwell Attenuators : I preferred the sound at lower gain settings without the attenuators (2.74)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-05-04, 07:49:40 (76.166.157.254)
PHOTO: My office system 12.06 when I was trying out vintage tuners. The grey box on the Cambridge Audio 640C is a Peavey VMP-2 tube microphone preamplifier. mtodde, In 2005, I decided to buy my "l .......
90: 5751's and Attenuators (2.73)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-11-18, 06:18:42 (76.166.157.254)
landlubber, The 5751 is a lower gain version of the 12AX7- often characterized to have 70% in gain- and is electrically compatible. However, I've switched back and forth between 12AX7s and 5751's in m .......
91: Absolutely ! (2.61)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-08-15, 17:30:48 (70.234.82.167)
ka7niq, I have one of the most important sound upgrades to my office system (Revox B160/ Cambridge Audio 640C > ARC LS3 > ARC D130 > Infinity 360) when changing from a Powervar conditioner to an Oneac .......
92: Help! Amplifier becomes too protective (2.61)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-10-02, 08:28:24 (72.129.64.11)
Mates, I bought a 1996 Audio Research D-130 power amplifier last May to use in my office system. Formerly, I was using a Sony 2 X 100W receiver. Currently: Cambridge Audio 640C CDP (only since yesterd .......
93: Does anyone use multiple preamps ? (2.49)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-05-09, 07:18:04 (76.166.157.254)
PHOTO: The old office system 12.06, with CA 640C> Audio Research LS3 > D130 when I was trying three vintage tuners: McIntosh MR67, MR77, and Revox B160 Mates, I'm moving in a few weeks to a new hou .......
94: Turn on, burn in, warm up (2.48)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-10-14, 08:23:10 (70.239.150.196)
Keith Lockwood, Yes, early on, I learned the solid state LS3 and especially the D130- which is the coolest running amplifier I've ever seen-you can leave your hand anywhere on the heat sinks at full p .......
95: ARC 300.2 warmup- because it's such a "cool" amplifier (2.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-06-04, 07:17:00 (64.149.234.105)
audiophile121, ARC actually uses the relatively cool running of the 300.2 in their advertiseing: "Music lovers finally have an amplifier that keeps its cool while offering world-class performance." an .......
96: Sorry- Fussy Ground loop problem (2.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-16, 15:41:40 (71.143.152.180)
Mates, In my current temporary living situationm I have my office audio system doing everything: CD, Tuner, Synthesizer keyboard, computer recording soundcard. Preamp is an Audio Research LS-3, amplif .......
97: Are you a victim of the nearly perfectly neutral? (2.41)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-01-17, 08:13:04 (70.239.248.246)
Vangelis, I haven't spent time with an Audio Research LS26, but I would assume that 340 hours use of a tube preamp would have already fully developed the sound. However, I've talked to people who foun .......
98: Life in the Blue Light District (2.38)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-12-20, 07:40:35 (70.141.209.98)
daniele, I'm not the real expert on McIntosh - my experience recently is listening for a few minutes at a time at the local high end dealer- who focusses on McIntosh as the high-end of home theatre, s .......
99: Audio Research -a Corporation (2.36)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-11-14, 09:30:59 (72.129.64.11)
on_the_edge, I own 5 pieces of Audio Research gear, starting with an SP-8 in 1985 and while I have unshakable confidence in their products and ownership is more akin to lifetime membership in a club g .......
100: REVIEW: Synthesis Art In Music Shine Amplifier (Tube) (2.35)
Posted by 2wtc on 2003-07-13, 08:01:25 (207.172.165.9)
Model: Shine Category: Amplifier (Tube) Suggested Retail Price: $2375 Description: Stereo 40wpc Fixed Bias Tube Integrated Amplifier Manufacturer URL: Synthesis Art In Music Model Pict .......
101: I had a serious ground loop hum problem (2.25)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-09-07, 21:10:31 (70.239.151.4)
Maxamillion, In my office I tried to use all kinds of gear together and had my Yamaha S90 synthesizer, computer wioth recording coundcard, tube microphone preamp, and then the audio electronics: Cambr .......
102: RE: What was the evolution of your audio system (2.25)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-02-28, 01:15:21 (94.111.40.237)
When I was 17, I bought a pair of "klipschorn" type bass bins of dubious provenance and catastrophic build quality and some old Klipsch drivers and crossovers; sounded as catastrophic as the build qua .......
103: Be careful what you wish for (III) (2.22)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-10-31, 08:18:14 (71.137.229.57)
M.J., I don't know the EAR or Cary, but I think either of the Audio Research preamps- LS17 or LS26 would present difficulties in ever achieving the "smooth, warm, lush" side. Audio Research has steadi .......
104: Vandersteens and tubes (2.08)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-27, 13:57:14 (70.93.131.209)
James, I don't use the 3A Signature nor tube monoblocks, but I have heard outstanding results with the the 3As using Audio Reserach amplification. There seems to be a special relationship beteween Van .......
105: Fuss factor ! (1.97)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-10, 07:37:13 (71.143.154.41)
Lynn, My first audio system was solid state- a Marantz receiver essentially, but from 1985 to 2005 I used tube gear exclusivley for my main system at home (Audio Reserach SP-10 and D-115. At the offic .......
106: Audio Research LS-3 with SET, LS-15 (1.97)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-22, 08:52:04 (71.143.151.156)
Wil84, I've been a long time user of Audio Research tube gear, and when I replaced my office system, I decided to make it solid state and bought an LS-3 and D-130, both from 1996. http://www.arcdb.ws/ .......
107: "In chaos there is opportunity". (1.86)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-04-07, 11:41:07 (70.239.249.58)
dmwizard, It's always complicated to re-assemble a system after a major upheaval. I decided to change my office system this time last year by only adding a a good tuner, and I ended up spending $X,XXX .......
108: Audio Research REF 3 Preamp - how does it like it's electrons served? (1.79)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-01-25, 14:35:21 (76.172.210.33)
maxzimum, A 20Amp IEC plug for the REF3 seems overly heavy duty given a preamp's relatively low current needs, but ARC is so careful about their power supplies generally, I assume there must be a reas .......
109: "Stereophile" review and the Audio Research SP-10 (1.75)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-06-01, 18:09:13 (76.166.157.254)
ScrojanOC, I had a pile of old "Sterophiles" including several Audio Research reviews: SP10, M300, D250 Servo reviews, but I rubbishised them when I moved in 2001. My memory of the SP10 review was .......
110: Audio Research LS3 (1.74)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-11-09, 19:40:21 (75.11.97.223)
Post Valve, I used all tube electronics from 1985 until 2005 when I decided to try solid state in my office. The centre of this new system were an Audio Research LS3 (1996) line stage preamp and D130 .......
111: I'm not convinced the SP8 is the problem,.. (1.66)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-10-16, 09:25:45 (66.74.85.223)
palewin, In my view, having owned an SP8 since 1985, having heard the 150.2, and from what little I know about NAD CD players, the best component in your system may be the SP8, and it's possible that .......
112: Re: Forget About These Lo-Fi Lemon's... (1.62)
Posted by frankmarsi on 2007-08-08, 11:58:47 (72.89.111.74)
8-8-07 Dear forum members, I am so fed up with Phase Linear 400 amp bashing and ridicule that I am lashing out about it myself, right here, right now! First of all, this amp wasn't built for live perf .......
113: ARC's tube vs. solid state - priorities and audio satisfaction (1.60)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-06-09, 07:31:03 (67.49.41.254)
Little Help, It's a big subject, but generally I like some of the older Audio Research tube preamplifiers and amplifiers more than some of the newer,and generally the solid state have continued to imp .......
114: Ultra-reliable solid state? And a warning for L.A. audiophiles (1.59)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-10-07, 08:26:20 (72.129.64.11)
Mates, I was amused by the long thread on solid state devices lasting 10,000 years and so on, but even 10,000 year things still need a working power switch- these apparently can last as little as 9 ye .......
115: History of New American Sound (NAS) Amplifiers : (1.56)
Posted by kwingylee on 2019-04-25, 12:31:02 (131.228.48.68)
Just an update on the history of my New American Sound Amplifier that I initially posted about in 2013. I still have my NAS 100/100 but unfortunately have since traded away my NAS 100/100 1 MEG to a f .......
116: ARC SP8 or SP10 : Why you need both ! (1.48)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-08-03, 10:40:39 (70.237.102.252)
Shane from Aus, It difficult to summarize the SP8 and SP10 preamps. Both do everything very well: natural timbre, super imaging, detail, dynamics, transparent bass. Interestingly, I find a substantia .......
117: The Audio Research LS3: Encouraging solid state for the tube lover (1.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-12-28, 17:53:58 (71.137.233.61)
Borough33, I'd used Audio Research tube gear in my main system since 1985 but in 2005 decided to try solid state in the office. This was mainly due to the good sound I heard from some newer solid stat .......
118: Thank you very much for your detailed and considered responses - heres the journey to date (1.16)
Posted by Gofast on 2008-04-17, 09:02:23 (66.28.42.166)
Karma16, Mondial, and Bambi B, thanks very much for your responses. BambiB, you asked me about the rest of my system. Actually, I have to thank you profusely for much of the sound from my system (plus .......
119: REVIEW: Audio Research, Inc. LS3 Preamplifier (SS) (1.12)
Posted by waj4all on 2010-11-23, 22:48:41 (208.131.186.2)
Model: LS3 Category: Preamplifier (SS) Suggested Retail Price: $unknown Description: Line-stage Pre-amp Manufacturer URL: Audio Research, Inc. Model Picture: View Review by waj4all o .......
Found 36 records in Cable Asylum.
1: Looking for really skinny RCA plugs (7.94)
Posted by Dave Pogue on 2012-09-01, 07:53:53 (68.55.22.7)
A recently acquired Revox A77 open reel tape deck has left me with some cabling issues. The pairs of input and output jacks are VERY close together -- one centimeter from center to center -- and about .......
2: Now you tell me! - But look at the price more closely.. (7.94)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-04, 16:12:34 (70.93.131.209)
Baslines, Actually, I mean- Thanks for the link. That gives a little range as the "Harrison Labs" ones make a 12dB reduction to the Rothwell's 10dB. If you look carefully at the Harrison listing, yo .......
3: Home Depot speaker cable: Update? (7.86)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-06, 15:21:33 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, During the '04 Summer, there were quite a few here that were pleased way out of proportion with a particular 14 gauge orange and black Home Depot extension cord used for speaker wire. It's been .......
4: Home Depot speaker cable: Update? (7.61)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-06, 15:21:33 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, During the '04 Summer, there were quite a few here that were pleased way out of proportion with a particular 14 gauge orange and black Home Depot extension cord used for speaker wire. It's been .......
5: Rothwell attenuators- just the thing! (7.61)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-03, 09:42:10 (70.93.131.209)
Mates, Over on Radio Road, I mentioned the problem with my Revox B-160 tuner having such a high output that the GAIN on the SP-8 was barely more than zero before becoming too loud: http://www.audioasy .......
6: RE: ULTRA Thin RCA barrels/connectors (6.73)
Posted by Sprezza Tura on 2014-12-25, 15:51:25 (66.85.148.53)
Thank you. This actually might work. BTW, one of the machines is a Revox A77 and I am currently using Kimber Silver streak with the rather slim WBT barrels, and I STILL have to remove them to make a c .......
7: Re: Just out of curiosity.... (6.21)
Posted by vital ital on 2007-05-01, 11:19:43 (83.131.54.63)
Vintage Cyrus Two amp, Vintage ReVox B226 cdp, Dynaudio 42 speakers, the room is a "box" (all side the same)... The speakers are about 2 meters apart and about 1.5 meter from any wall. If this is of a .......
8: interconnects (6.01)
Posted by ccwa@lweb.net on 2000-11-12, 12:50:49 (209.205.45.134)
Installing a Dolby NR (XLR) between a Revox A77 RCA) and a Linn preamp (RCA) with a Valley People interface in between. Connections between interface and Dolby (6) are XLR. Is Belden 89272 best wire t .......
9: RE: I assume you are writing the space for the RCa is very 'tight', so you need a thin RCA shell IC..? (5.83)
Posted by Duster on 2017-07-05, 11:26:08 (76.28.209.43)
The molded rca connectors of the Mogami 35 or 36 Series rca interconnects will fit the I/O jacks of a vintage cassette deck such as the Revox B-710 II (Note: the photo was taken when the unit was p .......
10: Source for connection cables for vintage cassette recorder (5.14)
Posted by akolegov on 2017-07-02, 23:27:48 (91.76.165.32)
Where can I buy an inexpensive but good quality interconnect cable for a vintage stereo cassette recorder (Revox B-710II) with narrowly spaced input and output sockets? I heard a myth (or is it true?) .......
11: Cable downgrade sounds better, am I going nuts or just have bad hearing (5.13)
Posted by vital ital on 2006-12-25, 15:22:39 (83.131.47.113)
I changed my Kiber 8tc with Audioquest type 4 and the AQ for some reason sounds better, while the Kimber has more "audiophile" flavor with more "air" or whatever the AQ has more bass and depth... Goin .......
12: And just wait for your Second Impressions ! (5.08)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-11-23, 07:56:07 (72.129.64.11)
Aaron, I was using old late 80's Audioquest and Audio Research cables. I'd been told by my audio guru the King Cobra is said to make especially good results with Audio Research stuff. So, when I bough .......
13: Re: Kimber 8TC vs AudioQuest CV8 (4.82)
Posted by vital ital on 2007-01-09, 13:03:24 (89.172.30.172)
I just recently changed from 8tc to Type 4, the 8tc is 10 times more expensive than the type 4, is it 10 times better, no. My snob audiophile friends say my hearing sucks i tell them to piss off, i sp .......
14: Re: Levinson 380S and PS Audio PP or Shunyata Hydra? (4.44)
Posted by denden11 on 2001-07-09, 08:41:33 (4.54.141.127)
Although I don't have Levinson Electronics--I do have a great deal of experience with both PS Audio P-300 and Shunyata Hydra. In my opinion and in my system there is no comparison. "I believe" that th .......
15: Home Depot speaker cables- first listen (4.31)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-08, 12:49:09 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, I decided I couldn't go too far wrong trying the Home Depot extension cord as speaker cables. This is for my office which takes long runs -over 25', and will be in place less than a year. At my .......
16: Re: which ICs will "equal" old (mid-80's) AQ Emerald? (4.26)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-28, 10:26:05 (70.93.131.209)
Thom, Good to see you around! I do have 80's AQ ICS, but not the Emerald or Lapis- which were the nicer ones then. Mine are the gold ones with an separate extra ground wire clipped on- I thnk they're .......
17: AQ Diamondhead IC, Home Depot "HD-14" Speaker cables (4.23)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-21, 19:13:29 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, I've had a couple of weeks to listen to the new AQ interconnects and my try with the Home Depot extension cord speaker cables. The situation: Revox B-160 tuner> Audioquest Diamondback IC 1M, RC .......
18: RE: Source for connection cables for vintage cassette recorder (4.18)
Posted by Duster on 2017-07-03, 13:03:25 (76.28.209.43)
I don't know where the notion came from about vintage cables sounding better than modern cables featuring much better copper quality than years ago. Perhaps the idea is partly based on ach .......
19: RE: Van Den Hul the First Ultimate MKII IC? (3.78)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-05-05, 02:09:13 (94.111.40.237)
Duster, I'm using an old Revox B226 CD player as drive. The digital cable I use is made of Belden 1694a (industry standard?) terminated with true 75ohms Canare plugs. It's cheap, but is supposed to so .......
20: Re: Outstanding free cable! (3.72)
Posted by ggraff on 2000-12-22, 21:07:18 (209.240.221.116)
I really don't want to get drawn into a flame war about the audibility of cables because either have experienced or haven't. I do will not question the integrity of those who say they can't as long as .......
21: Am I too fussy? (3.58)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-29, 10:57:53 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, After 15 years of inattention, I've been in the mood to upgrade my cable situations. Based on such good results with AQ Diamondhead ICs from a Revox B-160 tuner to the amplifier- really amazing .......
22: Power cords especially expensive? (3.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-10-19, 17:20:46 (72.129.64.11)
Mates, After many years of neglect of interconnects, I've been astounded at the improvement Audioquest King Cobras contributed to my office system: Cambridge Audio Azur 640C or Revox B-160 > Audio Res .......
23: late 80's? (3.46)
Posted by cubsfan on 2001-09-07, 11:04:22 (209.19.45.163)
Boy, will that statement provoke a response. Some will say the first tweak is when Mog and Ug used a different wire wrapped in a certain fashion in their soup-can phone speaker in caveman times. I'm s .......
24: I was forced into power conditioners, but I stayed for the sound (3.11)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-09-25, 18:36:22 (71.143.153.169)
mjcmt, Power Conditioners: A Story of Loss and Gain by realising your personal Power Potential ! I had a semi-expensive afternoon when I lost both my beloved 1990 27" Sony and a Pioneer DVD player- m .......
25: I use the best interconnect from turntable to preamplifier (3.03)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-06-25, 08:54:27 (67.49.41.254)
dingo dave, I have not experimented in any methodical way, but I have gravitated over the years to making the main source to preamp the best interconnect. It seems to me intuitively especially importa .......
26: REVIEW: Chris VenHaus DIY Cables DIY Mains Power Cables Cable (3.01)
Posted by Squidboyw on 2002-05-25, 09:58:46 (198.185.10.2)
Model: DIY Mains Power Cables
Category: Cable
Suggested Retail Price: $0
Description: DIY Mains Power Cables Manufacturer URL: Chris VenHaus DIY Cables Manufacturer URL: Chris VenHau .......
27: Jon:Speaker cable and Audio cables for Acoustats (2.94)
Posted by EdVB on 2002-07-13, 17:39:52 (64.108.120.155)
Hi Jon and Everyone I am setting up a home theater in our living room having the following equipment and want to make my own speaker and audio interconnects for a reasonable price. I have ordered 350' .......
28: Recent Audio Research wire tries: Audioquest and Kimber (2.90)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-05-25, 13:27:06 (70.237.102.220)
hatari, As far as interconnects go, the local ARC guru gave a strong recommendation for Audioquest as having a special sympathy with Audio Research. He went further to say that he preferred the higher .......
29: I went from diversity to single-maker (2.60)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-01-05, 09:20:12 (66.74.85.223)
Muzikmike, Since 1985, I used a combination of makers' wires, including Audioquest IC's and these huge 8-strand speaker cables from 1985, Sonic Purity 1987, Audio Research 1987, Kimber speaker f .......
30: spkr cables: wave 100s and what else? (2.59)
Posted by MarkgM on 2001-03-05, 20:18:44 (12.107.194.158)
I am checking out Transparent "Wave 100s" (my first non-ordinary wire) which have created a radical difference in sound over the previous- 14 gage copper about 30 cents a foot. In spite of all this im .......
31: Home Depot "HD-14" speaker cables- part 3 (2.49)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-28, 07:31:39 (70.93.131.209)
Mates, A week ago I received my "new" 1996 Audio Research D-130 amplifier. I brought my ARC SP-8 out of storage and now the office system is working nicely: [Powervar 6.0] > Revox B-160 tuner/Toshiba .......
32: Audioquest King Cobra and Diamondback (2.45)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-08, 19:07:59 (66.74.72.231)
twisty, I had neglected my cables for years but after a little consultation and reading, I'd heard how good the current AQ designs are. My disclaimer in this is that I am comparing to older high end .......
33: Diamondback, King Cobra- I've been bitten by the Audioquest snakes! (2.40)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-04-12, 12:11:12 (71.137.226.242)
RTilbury, I neglected the wires in my system for almost 15 years and then had a binge of research and questions to attempt to catch up a bit. I've used Audioquest cables, both IC and speaker since 198 .......
34: Cables- Expensive Toy or Waste of Money ? (2.35)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-10-27, 07:30:12 (76.172.81.241)
George S. Roland, I became an audiophile almost all of a sudden when I heard an Audio Research SP8 with a D115 amplifier through Acoustat 2+2 speakers in 1985. I was using a Marantz 2235 receiver, Tec .......
35: Any suggestions for running interconnects under carpets? And, the Home Depot "HD-14" revisited (2.24)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-10-12, 15:11:01 (75.84.203.1)
PHOTO: My 5'X 8' discount Home recording studio, Oktava microphone and MIDI recording to (Pentium 750) HD using Cakewalk Home Studio2XL. Yamaha S90, Peavey VMP-2 tube mic pre, and the monitor ampli .......
36: Kimber 4TC and Home Depot "HD-14" (1.92)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-07-12, 07:49:47 (70.93.131.209)
Lensman, I've used Kimber 4TC in my main system (ARC SP-10> D115> Vanderstenn 2C) for years, replacing a huge 8 element Audioquest from the late 80's. I tried a couple of cables on trial, but the Kimb .......
Found 40 records in Computer Audio Asylum.
1: Revox Joy S118 / S119 / S120 Network Processors (10.04)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2013-01-14, 10:26:04 (86.163.232.5)
Has anyone heard, seen, or even read about these network processors from Revox, the Swiss company best known for its magnificant reel-to-reel tape recorders of yesteryear? On paper, they seem to be ve .......
2: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 download (10.04)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-27, 15:10:29 (96.126.114.81)
Another FM/Revox reel to reel recording. As before, a very analog experience. Archived in 96 Khz/24 bit quality. .......
3: RE: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 (8.51)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-27, 18:29:19 (137.56.163.64)
Glad you enjoyed! Questions, questions! Here are some answers: Yes, the Edirol (now Roland), is that good. Super short signal path, low noise etc. I decided on this method after comparisons to much mo .......
4: RE: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 (7.93)
Posted by IslandLizard on 2011-07-27, 17:36:43 (173.64.75.171)
I just downloaded this set. Thank you! This is a lot friendlier hosting site than "4shared." Knowing it's a 40+ year old recording and FM sourced, which has its inherent limitations, it sounds pretty .......
5: iTunes quick question please :) (7.69)
Posted by ejlif on 2012-01-18, 19:42:48 (75.54.235.167)
I'm having an an issue where iTunes will be playing and then when it goes to the next song it shows it's playing like the time is ticking away on the track time but there is no sound. If I hit the tra .......
6: RE: Final set of downloads. Rachmaninoff, Kraft, Weber etc FM)Revox 96/24 transfers (7.21)
Posted by fmak on 2011-08-02, 06:09:42 (87.114.178.217)
Got them all, thanks .......
7: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (6.95)
Posted by ahendler on 2011-07-27, 19:28:53 (99.97.136.185)
You just have to be very patient Alan .......
8: RE: Final set of downloads. Rachmaninoff, Kraft, Weber etc FM)Revox 96/24 transfers (6.82)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-08-02, 17:50:51 (199.48.147.38)
Enjoy! .......
9: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (6.82)
Posted by ahendler on 2011-07-27, 18:37:51 (99.70.96.15)
I wasn't being critical. Just pointing out what I am hearing and possible reasons Alan .......
10: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (6.58)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-27, 18:42:49 (85.223.65.238)
Oh I know. Trust me, tape is cool, but like vinyl, it is a pain in the ass. .......
11: RE: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 download (6.52)
Posted by IslandLizard on 2011-07-27, 19:54:00 (173.64.75.171)
Sorry, the previous message did not insert correctly into the thread. It was a reply to Regor's first answer. .......
12: RE: Final set of downloads. Rachmaninoff, Kraft, Weber etc FM)Revox 96/24 transfers (6.52)
Posted by magiccarpetride on 2011-08-02, 15:03:01 (207.219.52.100)
Beethoven's 5th symphony doesn't sound very good. Sorry, it's sounds very muddy to me... .......
13: RE: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 download (6.46)
Posted by fmak on 2011-07-29, 02:51:14 (87.114.178.217)
Nice clear recording; puts some commercial 'transfers' to shame. Thanks. Try 176.4 or 192k; they'll be even better! .......
14: RE: In 1985 I bought a Revox B225 CDP... (6.41)
Posted by Jaundiced Ear on 2015-06-24, 20:51:49 (71.146.3.225)
No, it wasn't perfect, but I still remember bringing home "DDD" recordings and marveling at the lack of groove noise or tape hiss on them. JE .......
15: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (6.41)
Posted by ted_b on 2011-07-26, 19:59:42 (75.118.96.229)
Nice. Thanks again. 5:01 mark of the Concerto's Allego Moderato (track 3). :) .......
16: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (6.40)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-26, 20:07:38 (69.163.34.209)
Right on brother! This digi-tal-i-zation was a "last" play situation. I was sweating bullets until the last note. .......
17: RE: Final set of downloads. Rachmaninoff, Kraft, Weber etc FM)Revox 96/24 transfers (6.35)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-30, 14:41:43 (96.247.43.50)
..And BTW..Archive.org is a great resource for any type of media sharing. I strongly suggest giving them support. Quite an amazing website. .......
18: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (6.09)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-26, 16:36:31 (192.251.226.206)
Available for downloaded @ Archive.org Disclaimer: This series included 40 year old tapes. There are some minor tape anomalies, hiss, FM noise etc. But overall, an excellent Analog Experience. Boston .......
19: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (5.64)
Posted by ahendler on 2011-07-27, 12:46:20 (99.157.217.249)
Just listened to this. Have not heard Watts in a long time. Really enjoyed the performance. But the tape again sounds very rolled off. Can the tape have degraded so much. The still do remasters from 5 .......
20: RE: Gustard X12 user manual-where to find? (5.52)
Posted by r17 on 2016-09-23, 22:30:42 (84.145.234.110)
Thanks to both of you for your responses and help.Alan,sometimes pressing the 3 buttons does not elicit any reaction or change on the display.Is there need for an extended "press"? The sound is great, .......
21: RE: A bit of 1970's and 1960's history (5.49)
Posted by Bob_C on 2014-12-15, 22:58:32 (98.116.149.172)
"I got the Tanberg tape recorder for $200 second hand in 1975." The Tandberg had good sound quality but the old joystick transport were sometimes finicky. The newer 3 motor 9000x was nice though. Like .......
22: RE: Noticed you hail from 'Onion Courtry'... (5.32)
Posted by triodesteve on 2017-04-11, 14:02:40 (206.126.16.42)
Yep...that was Terry. I am still trying to get thru the piles of equipment he traded for (and most of it he never opened) I traded him a nice Revox G36 for a pair of IM-Bens. I know he never touched i .......
23: In 1985 I bought a Revox B225 CDP... (5.30)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2015-06-24, 18:57:39 (104.12.45.20)
and at that time, it was the most expensive consumer CDP that one could buy. Think I paid $1200 for a demo unit. Designed in Switzerland and built in Germany. While it sounded pretty good to my ears a .......
24: RE: Carcass is right. (5.16)
Posted by Sprezza Tura on 2014-05-30, 17:42:37 (66.85.148.53)
I have no idea what you are talking about. This was not an "article" consisting of marketing BS. This was a Q&A interview, and by the way Rankin and Thorsten L. took part in the same format, on Audios .......
25: Anyone know any free file sharing services? (5.12)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2010-12-12, 17:18:21 (83.170.92.9)
I am archiving stacks of vintage Revox A77 reel recordings to 96 khz/24 bit. I would like to make them available to anyone here and beyond for download. 1960's/70's vintage orchestral performances...W .......
26: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (5.10)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-27, 18:33:51 (46.105.27.26)
Not all of the tapes were One Play. Just a few. You are talking about 45 year old tapes, recorded in a hot and humid New York City, There was tremendous tape stretch in certain areas. Plus my father .......
27: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (5.10)
Posted by IslandLizard on 2011-07-27, 20:21:27 (173.64.75.171)
Yeah, I get a better picture now. And yes, using tapes (which is what they were made for) will cause stretch, just as displaying art will fade it. Aren't we spoiled now with these digital media that d .......
28: RE: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 download (5.03)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-27, 20:11:47 (50.19.60.24)
Don't underestimate some of the portable digital solutions. While on paper they may seem to have limitations, they have many advantages... No power supply, very short signal paths, and very quiet. I h .......
29: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (5.01)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-27, 15:03:32 (74.120.12.135)
You are forgetting a few things here. First, this was a personal FM recording...imagine the variables. Second, the tape was not stored with that much care. Lastly, the 50 year old tapes you refer too .......
30: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (4.68)
Posted by IslandLizard on 2011-07-27, 18:24:16 (173.64.75.171)
Thanks for another great Reel share. Quote: "This digi-tal-i-zation was a "last" play situation. I was sweating bullets until the last note." Why do you only have one shot at these tapes? Are they *th .......
31: Final set of downloads. Rachmaninoff, Kraft, Weber etc FM)Revox 96/24 transfers (4.61)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-29, 17:46:39 (95.105.224.155)
Enjoy, and feel free to report back: Another Analog to Digital Experience: http://www.archive.org/details/Nyp06-17-1966WeberRachmaninoff96-24 http://www.archive.org/details/CsoBeethovenSymphonyNo.5Fm .......
32: Stravinsky Conducts Stravinsky: 96 Khz 24 Bit analog tape transfer by me (4.57)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-07-24, 12:17:24 (87.225.253.174)
My father bought this prerecorded reel to reel tape, a dub of the master tape in 1968. Stravinsky conducts Le Sacre du Printemps. Columbia Symphony Orchestra. I just transferred it to 96 Khz 24 Bi .......
33: RE: New 96/24 Download: Steineberg/Watts/BSO Beethoven Piano Concerto #4 FM)Revox (4.35)
Posted by Tony Lauck on 2011-07-27, 18:36:44 (65.19.76.104)
Some of the tapes I have worked with start shedding oxide as they are played. If you go back and play them a second time there will be many more drop outs. This is especially true with some cassette t .......
34: Look on the bright side (4.25)
Posted by Presto on 2006-09-07, 22:09:47 (68.149.162.214)
Hey don't despair. I've done some experimental recording of SACD and DVD-A to add digital tracks from these formats to my PC audio server (which can play files at up to 32/192. Re-recording a *really .......
35: RE: Landfill... (4.07)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-06-20, 07:43:13 (72.46.129.45)
Merc: This is certainly one of your more ambitious posts. I very much appreciate your diverting from the party line concerning playback quality of the various set ups. I really believe there is littl .......
36: RE: Beethoven 9th PSO, Steinberg, 1970 FM)Revox 96/24 download (4.00)
Posted by IslandLizard on 2011-07-27, 19:40:01 (173.64.75.171)
Thanks for some clarifications. I've heard live recordings from the Edirol, and know the mics and positioning are key to better sound. The ADCs are not the limiting factor there. Now using the Edirol .......
37: Yes, but. (3.60)
Posted by StephenJK on 2013-12-28, 06:11:05 (184.151.61.82)
The network player, as others have mentioned, is nothing more than the software, processor and the DAC shoehorned into the same box. Most of them are thinly disguised computers running a stripped down .......
38: Re: PC audio, Do they make (2.86)
Posted by bobp on 2006-08-28, 21:49:23 (72.56.153.252)
Lucky, your budget allows for "sky is the limit" DIY type of machine (I have built a competent PC transport for $750, can you imagine what you can build for $3000-5000). Or you can opt for boutique of .......
39: My first forty years (first ten pre-digital) (2.86)
Posted by Bill Way on 2014-10-22, 14:40:34 (100.2.49.87)
Pre-digital 1970's Double Advents, Maggie 1's, KLH nines, Braun tri-amps, Philips David, Infinity Servo-Statik, various Klipsch, lots of tube amps, various turntables, Revox, Braun, Crown, and Ferrogr .......
40: My "accidental" office audio system (1.99)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-07-22, 19:12:08 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTOS: TOP >The old days: 12.06 when I was trying out three vintage tuners with the Audio Research LS3 and D130 office system. BELOW: The new days: Logitech Z-2300 THX 2.1 powered speaker syste .......
Found 26 records in Critic's Corner.
1: Re: Is there a magazine that... (8.93)
Posted by highfidelity on 2004-06-04, 23:12:41 (208.180.213.115)
I don't know of any such magazine. The article in the link below gives a great description of some customizing of an Ampex 351. I think there was also an article in Sound Practices of someone going t .......
2: RE: Sorry to hear that's your perspective (8.93)
Posted by Diogenes on 2014-10-03, 10:37:04 (74.67.16.10)
Who would sneer at, lets say revox tape-> Marantz tubes-> 15 inch tannoys/quads/what have you? all 50 year old technology .......
3: RE: Do you really care about suggested components? (6.47)
Posted by Diogenes on 2014-10-03, 10:33:58 (74.67.16.10)
Would you sneer at, lets say, Linn turntable, Supex cartridge, 1970s quad speakers driven by Marantz 8 amps, reel to reel revox, especially at used prices? .......
4: right now (6.13)
Posted by drclark on 2004-06-07, 06:38:07 (4.16.241.15)
we have possible reviews of Revox RR, AR 3a, Apogee Calipers, Dynaco ST-35 (been modified so this is more of a "what can you do with that" sort of review), Golden Tube, and a few others. I think you w .......
5: on the bright side, they can listen to the Satanic messages... (5.98)
Posted by mhardy6647 on 2019-08-05, 05:39:17 (71.192.138.56)
on rock records. Just takes judicious application of the balance control. ;) My ReVox A77 has been retrofitted with two-track heads, but it was also reconfigured as a 'high-speed' (7-1/2 & 15 ips) mac .......
6: RE: The China Tariff (5.78)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2018-09-20, 15:43:14 (47.188.188.111)
I remember when I could buy a Revox A77 at full retail on the main drag in Montreux for about 1200 SFr. At the time, that was approximately equivalent to 350 dollars U.S., and I thought that was expen .......
7: RE: Analog tape is one thing; VINYL is another (5.09)
Posted by byegolly on 2012-12-12, 05:01:46 (174.26.148.209)
I know one thing at 6-0. Of all the ways I've played back music over the decades, my Revox B-77 was my most rewarding playback component - and yes I've had pricey vinyl set-ups and SHM SACD's played b .......
8: RE: A bit OT for this particular post of yours, but why don't you list your system in your AA profile? (5.01)
Posted by Spendor Harbeth on 2009-07-23, 09:18:55 (70.95.249.62)
Didnt know there was that option. Main: Audio Research Preamp/Amp/Harbeth spkrs/Naim CD/Transparent and Acoustic Zen cables. System 2: Belles Preamp/Amp/Spendor spkrs/Marantz cd/Squeezebox/CIA DAC/Rev .......
9: Re: I know all about your enhanced 9s (4.85)
Posted by Soundmind on 2006-05-07, 03:51:33 (24.149.197.165)
"A Crown Reference? That's an oxymoron like "military intelligence". " Professionals don't agree. Only amateurs condemn Crown out of ignorance and prejudice. Professionals rely on Crown because they o .......
10: RE: Have you ever passed a double-blind test of live LP playback versus a hi-res digital LP capture (4.73)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-05-28, 10:53:13 (192.251.226.205)
Interesting post. I have several digital recorders. I submit to you John Marks that my cheapest one, a Roland/Edirol 96/24 flash recorder would out perform live LP playback. I have shocked and fooled .......
11: RE: Is there a missing "WOW!" switch in the generation in their 40's and below ?.. (4.44)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-10-16, 11:56:18 (173.254.216.67)
"Do you remember that moment (or several) in time when you/I heard true high fidelety? I do." No, I don't. And that is the biggest problem. For most there IS no WOW moment. I learned to appreciate "go .......
12: RE: However... (4.33)
Posted by Spendor Harbeth on 2009-07-21, 18:34:10 (70.95.249.62)
I agree. Ultimately, the Monitor 40s ( I will dig up your review) are not Stadium Rock PA speakers. They are incredible for a domestic listening situation..to actually hear what geniuses like Bob Ludw .......
13: RE: "It's quite easy to conduct blind tests on everything but speakers" (4.23)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-04-19, 19:56:47 (195.60.76.241)
I have a lot of experience transfering analog to digital. Recently I did transfers in 96/24 from reel to reel tapes recorded on a Revox A77 and I had trusted ears try to identify tape playback and dig .......
14: RE: Passed on only to a minority--GREAT 1950s hi-fi at home image (4.15)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-10-14, 21:50:53 (173.254.216.66)
Actually a very entertaining and most likely accurate historical overview! As I said, I see saw back and forth on the forecast for this hobby. My dad was crazy about music and also loved technology. I .......
15: Re: On the CD, compared to what there was to record with before ones and zero’s... (4.10)
Posted by tomservo on 2007-05-07, 14:28:48 (76.16.75.85)
Hi Clark In any technology’s life, there are at first about 10% of the audience will use it, new adopters of technology. Later, on has 80% who will eventually use it and then you have 10% who will nev .......
16: RE: No, people have told me that here at AA. (3.52)
Posted by josh358 on 2012-09-26, 08:28:54 (64.252.147.184)
I guess I'd have to ask why not? Assuredly, the differences in quality electronics are subtler than they are in speakers, but they do exist, as demonstrated by positive ABX tests. (Despite what some s .......
17: Is there a magazine that... (3.52)
Posted by Bung on 2004-06-03, 01:17:22 (151.202.52.252)
... covers old recording technology? A "Sound Practices" of recording equipment? The reason why I ask... I have been an audiophile for many years, buying both new and vintage gear to form a harmonious .......
18: RE: Salvatore savages Tellig (3.39)
Posted by Spendor Harbeth on 2009-06-20, 16:41:36 (70.95.249.62)
First, thanks for the unsolicited review of my fathers system, one you have never heard. Secondly..OOPPS you did it again.. "I think that it is pretty obvious that LPs are intrinsically better" Yet ag .......
19: Reviews, Word of mouth, Advertising: How do you decide? (3.38)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-05, 08:41:19 (71.143.151.250)
Mates, This last year, I bought more audio gear than anytime since 1987, completely replacing my office system from April to December. What interested me in looking back is seeing so clearly the way I .......
20: RE: LP quality. (3.32)
Posted by Spendor Harbeth on 2009-06-18, 19:47:34 (70.95.249.62)
Hallelujah Brother! Iv'e had it with the tyranny of the LP fetishists. Quick story. I visited the house of friend of my wife. Her husband had a mega buck system..he kept it in the guest house! Paraso .......
21: RE: If there were a redbook CD quality... (3.20)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-04-22, 16:01:30 (137.56.163.64)
I agree with you that something happens to DSD when converted to PCM. I'm not sure what it is, so I am basing that on my ears. The Abbey Road engineers auditioned DSD for the Beatles remasters and dec .......
22: RE: (1) Not today as in the past (2) "Vendor ruts" and Benchmark (2.98)
Posted by Spendor Harbeth on 2009-09-28, 18:16:48 (70.95.249.62)
Hi John: Your post is both informative, and entertaining. Let me comment on a few things. First, let me confess without any guilt if I was an editor or reviewer for Sphile, I also would not bust my .......
23: Re: Upsampling? Interpolation? (2.94)
Posted by Srajan Ebaen on 2005-09-28, 07:38:54 (209.188.118.195)
All the technically relevant stuff has already been covered in the earlier thread further down this page. It appears that the oversampling craze has derailed into the usual hype marketing we remember .......
24: Addendum to the Above: (2.68)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-05, 10:42:34 (71.143.151.250)
Mates, I apologize for posting to myself, but I was unable to revise and extend my original remarks on a timely basis. See, I'm listening to C-SPAN too much ! There's an omissions in my list of influe .......
25: The value of reviews (2.63)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-05-11, 07:30:16 (76.166.157.254)
Painting: "Man pulling his Beard" [Rasputin] Eldragon, The value of reviews for me: 1. Notification: Simply that there is something new on offer. If it's vintage, I learn about the existence of s .......
26: Andres Koch Slams MQA as A Money Grab and a Fraud (2.44)
Posted by Isaak J. Garvey on 2017-03-17, 14:17:53 (198.7.58.101)
Andreas Koch, one of the architects of modern digital, with a resume that most can dream of, says MQA is totally and utterly uneccesary, a marketing scam, and technically a fraud. "...the new format h .......
Found 177 records in Digital Drive.
1: Need Programable Remote For B-225 Revox CD (13.05)
Posted by marv on 2000-03-22, 13:19:31 (209.240.200.15)
Do you know of any that could operate the Revox (models I have seen do not list Revox) or of a possible source for a used Revox model. .......
2: Re: Revox/ Studer CD players (13.05)
Posted by JohnA on 2003-11-09, 23:32:55 (202.84.165.220)
Sorry! should be Studer D730, not D320. Revox B225 Revox B226 Revox B226-Signature Revox B226-S Studer A725 Studer A727 Studer A730 Studer D730 .......
3: Revox/ Studer CD players (11.85)
Posted by JohnA on 2003-11-09, 23:31:17 (202.84.165.220)
Hi all, anyone can tell the year of introduction of the following CD players? Revox B225 Revox B226 Revox B226-Signature Revox B226-S Studer A725 Studer A727 Studer A730 Studer D320 Thanks ::: TOPIC:: .......
4: WTB: Remote Control For Revox B-225 CD Player (11.63)
Posted by marv on 2000-03-27, 11:36:55 (209.240.200.178)
Universal programable type or Revox. (Previous responder w/Revox unit - your adress was lost when disposing of junk mail; please contact me again) .......
5: RE: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (10.99)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2016-02-18, 09:10:37 (38.118.25.194)
Thorsten gave a very thorough answer, but you should still check out this link. Dave .......
6: RE: There Was A Revox On Sale At Audiogon.com: (10.14)
Posted by Vinylly on 2009-09-05, 11:12:31 (67.72.98.81)
It is really rare when you see a Revox CDP on sale at Audiogon. I think the person was asking around $700 for it, which is about the same price you can get a Meridian 508.20. For that price, I think I .......
7: Re: Revox B226...warm, rich, analog sound or harsh, screaming, digital piece of junk??? (9.90)
Posted by Calimero on 2005-09-03, 09:58:34 (80.127.25.169)
Hi, I have recently bought a Revox B226S, because it has a one of the best CD-mechanisms and a design that has sufficient possibilities to improve. Un-modded, it sounded everything but harsh on my Spe .......
8: Revox B226 (9.74)
Posted by rkd on 2002-10-04, 15:59:40 (64.1.4.104)
OK, I currently have a Technics SL-P550 CD player (class AA analouge stage, 18 bit, dual D/A, and 4X oversampling). I have the opportunity to buy a Revox B226 at a very good price (and in perfect cond .......
9: Re: Revox B225 replacement parts (9.46)
Posted by Phild on 2003-09-29, 07:11:04 (12.107.106.196)
Call JM Technical Arts in Nashville (authorized service for Revox) .......
10: RE: ReVox B226 is now great!!! (9.43)
Posted by Jack G on 2016-04-28, 11:46:53 (209.220.67.220)
The Revox was highly regarded in its day. I wanted to get one when they came out, but didn't have the cash at the time. Jack .......
11: Revox/Studer CDP (9.17)
Posted by bcherry on 2002-05-14, 19:32:58 (210.3.161.6)
Does anyone know the differences ie chip set/architecture of the Revox 126/225/226 and the Studer 727? Thanks Brian Cherry .......
12: RE: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (9.11)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-04-27, 01:15:38 (94.111.40.237)
Well, I understand nobody on this forum is really thrilled about a 250$ Chinese DAC, I can however mention that mine starts to sound really really good now; bass is back (thank god) and tauter than wi .......
13: RE: Makes a lot of sense (9.00)
Posted by Dave Pogue on 2021-08-20, 08:33:32 (69.138.243.89)
My own (brief) Revox experience involved a used but pristine-looking A77 that suffered exploding caps before catching on fire. Other Revox owners were far luckier, of course. If the urge ever re-occur .......
14: Re: Any experience with Revox / Studer CDPs as transport? (8.80)
Posted by vintageperson on 2001-08-16, 10:12:33 (66.20.130.27)
Hi, The Studer/Revox CDP's are very well built and make excellent transports for a low bucks choice. The XLR (AES/EBU) is preferred if your DAC is capable of this. Enjoy! Vintageperson .......
15: RE: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (8.49)
Posted by Mr_Lemon on 2019-04-09, 10:27:29 (4.16.48.138)
Your Revox was relatively expensive when it was new, and while DAC technology has advanced, it has gone the way of integration and small size, as most electronics do. You can find designs that use the .......
16: Revox Joy S118 / S119 / S120 Network Processors (8.42)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2013-01-14, 10:01:48 (86.163.232.5)
Has anyone heard, seen, or even read about these network processors from Revox, the Swiss company best known for its magnificant reel-to-reel tape recorders of yesteryear? On paper, they seem to be ve .......
17: Revox B226 Looking for remote codes for Pronto (8.31)
Posted by pablosapiens on 2004-02-16, 15:13:11 (80.181.239.194)
Does anybody have the codes of the Revox B226 remote control for a philips pronto? Thanks for any help .......
18: Is it useful ? (8.26)
Posted by alexhongkong on 2003-11-10, 07:31:27 (203.99.190.114)
One of my bookmarks. http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=de&u=http://www.revox.net/frameserien.html&prev=/search?q=revox+b252&hl=en .......
19: Interesting Revox CD player on ebay... (8.16)
Posted by ppopp on 2005-08-28, 07:44:25 (71.110.78.39)
Skyscraper player. .......
20: Replace the Power Supply FRAKO caps (8.12)
Posted by RoscoeManx on 2010-11-24, 16:33:08 (71.62.14.24)
before you do anything else!! ReVox used FRAKOs in all their gear and after 20 years they're "time bombs". This might not be your problem, but at least you'll have a stable/reliable power source. Also .......
21: RE: Oldie: ReVox B226 CD player (8.11)
Posted by KanedaK on 2015-12-22, 02:14:34 (149.154.197.174)
Funny someone posted something in this thread and it's been removed... anyways, yes, very fun to listen to, but I bought it as a "science project", keeping the spirit but upgrading some parts like the .......
22: Re: studer a 730 - simply the best? (8.06)
Posted by Sean on 2000-05-16, 08:05:38 (208.40.16.248)
I remember listening to some of the first generation CD players when they first hit the market. The only models that sounded even remotely decent were the ReVox and a Nakamichi. There was a Kyocera th .......
23: Revox B226 CD player (7.97)
Posted by mevangel on 2003-01-09, 04:48:36 (212.216.195.99)
What differences are there between the 1986 model Revox B226 CD-player and the 1992 model B226-E? Does the latter adopt the Philips CDM-1 mechanics like the former model? And Does it uses the TDA1541 .......
24: Revox and Metronome CD Players(long) (7.93)
Posted by bhvf on 2002-02-13, 08:36:21 (216.52.181.83)
While in Chicago over the weekend I stopped by Symphony Sound to listen to a few CD players and some speakers. I listed to the Revox Exception(US$3000) and the Metronome CD2-V Signature(US$3600) CD pl .......
25: REVOX B226 opamps (7.84)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-01-23, 08:04:40 (81.242.73.50)
I want to replace the NE5532 opamps in my ReVox B226 player with something more recent. Can I install DIP8 sockets ( I wanna save up and get Burson audio discrete opamps in the future) and safely use .......
26: Any experience with Revox / Studer CDPs as transport? (7.83)
Posted by Phild on 2001-08-15, 08:33:21 (205.188.195.51)
I have both the Revox B226 and the Studer A727 (both from the 80s or early 90s). Both have RCA digital outs, but they have TWO...one for right and one for left. Is this an old technology that never ca .......
27: Re: Whats The Normal Useful Life Of A CDP??? (7.65)
Posted by porky_pig_jr on 2005-05-27, 12:49:40 (128.197.133.31)
If I'm not mistaken, the laser component should last at least 10,000 hours. I was one of the early 'CD adopters', got Revox CD player. Mechanical component died in about 6 years, got it replaced by Re .......
28: Re: thanx guys.......... still undecided (7.36)
Posted by r2d2 on 2002-07-14, 13:48:08 (62.72.192.194)
Hi, The trio mk1 has a CD3 transport, which was only used in a few players (meta research laser1, a studer (revox) studio transport and the trio). It was one of the first CD-ROM transports, nice meta .......
29: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (7.35)
Posted by Thorsten on 2016-04-19, 12:15:29 (61.92.98.21)
Hi, The Revox Players are probably the worst examples of TDA1541 Players, short of Philips own lowball budget efforts. The powersupplies are grossly incompetent (by the standards of the day) and this .......
30: Re: Revox/Studer CDP (7.26)
Posted by Phild on 2002-05-16, 08:43:10 (63.62.224.200)
I have both a Revox B226 Signature and a Studer A727. I was looking inside the Studer the other day and, whoa...there were a million chips...more than enough to confuse this non-techie. There is an au .......
31: Revox B226...warm, rich, analog sound or harsh, screaming, digital piece of junk??? (7.13)
Posted by Mr Blue Sky on 2005-09-02, 16:37:39 (69.107.42.161)
I've been having a really hard time finding a cd player that I like. I've been using a modified Music Hall CD25 and although it's fairly transparent, I feel the treble tends to be harsh. Then I picked .......
32: Re: studer a730 (6.96)
Posted by Phild on 2003-06-23, 09:03:12 (12.107.106.196)
Hi, I own an old A727. They are pro studio models, so some of the features aren't too useful for home use. They are built great and they sound great too. My EVS Millenium DAC 2 was better than it's in .......
33: RE: How much have CD players improved in the last 12 years? (6.94)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-03-13, 01:25:20 (94.111.40.237)
While I never owned any of the high-end, cost-no-object players, I can attest that my The Revox + SMSL combination also sounds way better than my -then- "mega bangs for the bucks" Kenwood DP7090 1996 .......
34: Re: Revox B226...warm, rich, analog sound or harsh, screaming, digital piece of junk??? (6.85)
Posted by Mastergill on 2005-09-03, 08:27:44 (82.120.190.126)
I think the B226 was a 16bits and the B225 a 14bits, anyway i won't recommend you this player (B226). I had one 20 years ago that i kept one year until i got some nice amp and pre (Exposure) that reve .......
35: RE: SACD vs CD/DAC (6.81)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-05-16, 23:00:59 (178.51.41.180)
1) my old Revox B226 CD player, used as drive feeding a Gustard A18, sounds great when reading any normal CD, but sounds terrible when reading the CD layer of a hybrid cD/SACD disc 2) even when using .......
36: Re: Revox B226 (6.72)
Posted by Phild on 2002-10-07, 09:46:23 (63.62.224.96)
I'm not sure what you're asking exactly, but here goes... I've owned the B226 and the Studer A727 (a pro version of the Revox player). The B226 were $1600 when new...back in the late 80s and early 90s .......
37: Audiolab 6000CDT in da house! (6.65)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-06-21, 22:07:50 (178.51.116.201)
So, after years of reading my CDs through an old Revox B226 player's SPDIF output, connected to a Gustard A18 DAC (that's more recent) through an iFi audio SPDIF iPurifier 2, I've decided to try on a .......
38: Re: revox b226s (6.34)
Posted by troels on 2002-02-14, 02:26:04 (62.243.144.18)
and perhaps some pictures of the electronics, thanks. .......
39: RE: REVOX B226 opamps (6.31)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-01-25, 13:22:48 (149.154.206.174)
Actually doing more research today I discovered the Sparkos Labs SS3602 discrete op amps and I feel those are the ones for me. By the time I practice my soldering skills I'll be able to go directly fo .......
40: Re: Revox B226 (6.20)
Posted by rkd on 2002-10-07, 10:07:34 (64.1.3.132)
Thanks for the input, much appreciated. .......
41: revox E426 CD (6.18)
Posted by chch on 2005-02-01, 04:44:57 (203.67.195.243)
Does anyone own this player ? Can you tell me anything about it? Thank you. .......
42: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (6.18)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-21, 04:43:19 (81.246.236.6)
closer .......
43: RE: ReVox B226 is now great!!! (6.12)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-28, 14:27:54 (81.246.236.6)
Get one now, have it recapped, and be happy :) .......
44: RE: ReVox B226 is now great!!! (6.12)
Posted by fantja on 2016-04-30, 14:55:31 (165.214.11.80)
Thanks! for the update- KanedaK. .......
45: RE: Oldie: ReVox B226 CD player (6.12)
Posted by fantja on 2015-12-24, 06:47:42 (165.214.11.78)
Thanks! for sharing. .......
46: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (6.06)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-21, 04:44:53 (81.246.236.6)
general view .......
47: Oldie: ReVox B226 CD player (6.06)
Posted by KanedaK on 2015-12-21, 05:51:20 (149.154.199.46)
Just acquired this old ReVox player for around a third of what it usually goes for on the bay... I wanted to play around with a 1987 top flight player using TDA1541 16bit chip with 4 times OS. As expe .......
48: RE: cd players with variable output built it (6.04)
Posted by DaveJT on 2011-08-16, 09:00:16 (76.64.227.85)
Revox B226 - an oldie. .......
49: RE: Gustard X26Pro or Schiit Gungnir Multibit? (5.94)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-06-18, 22:48:13 (178.51.116.201)
Thanks guys, I have actually thought about it and decided to improve the CD transport (still my main source) before thinking of upgrading the DAC. I'm sure my Gustard A18 hasn't shown its full potenti .......
50: Get a ReVox B226 (5.93)
Posted by vital ital on 2008-02-01, 12:47:34 (78.1.61.1)
It has two identical digital outs... v.i. Million miles from home. .......
51: RE: Revox Joy S118 / S119 / S120 Network Processors (5.89)
Posted by Zombie on 2013-01-15, 02:14:15 (5.254.135.237)
Bloody ugly, though. .......
52: revox b226s (5.89)
Posted by troels on 2002-02-13, 11:51:00 (62.243.144.18)
anybody know this cd-player? cheers, troels .......
53: A bit more than just "Receivers" - A lot more! (5.88)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2013-01-14, 17:21:42 (86.163.232.5)
Hi J.Mac These units, in particular S119 and S120 seem to do everything that rivals such as Naim and Linn network processors do - a lot more than just "receivers". Who else includes a remote that can .......
54: Revox B225 replacement parts (5.83)
Posted by John on 2003-09-28, 20:29:07 (202.84.165.220)
Can anyone let me know the rating of the green bulbs at the top of CD tray? Many thanks. .......
55: Revox B226 dirty treble (5.83)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-19, 03:13:25 (81.246.236.6)
Hi all, I recently recapped an old TDA1541-based Revox B226 CD player. While the sound has globally improved, I'm annoyed by high frequencies that are grainy, splashy, "dirty". I use horn speakers wic .......
56: RE: Oldie: ReVox B226 CD player (5.78)
Posted by fantja on 2015-12-21, 19:43:04 (165.214.11.77)
Agreed- some of these vintage spinners are a sheer joy to listen to your collection. .......
57: Re: revox b226s (5.72)
Posted by 2channelman on 2002-02-13, 12:42:18 (142.179.2.108)
its based around a philips cdm1 i think but i may be wrong and it has(2)16bit 4x converterz so probably the td1541as chipset , and sold new for 1900 US$ or at least that was the list price. ::: TOPIC .......
58: Re: CD Player between $2000 & $5000 (5.67)
Posted by Imbecilia Dementiae on 2002-12-02, 23:56:17 (80.133.254.241)
Have you seen and heard the Revox? -------------------------- Visit me and my friends: ..independent movement for artificial arts.. .......
59: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (5.62)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2016-04-20, 08:47:51 (38.118.25.194)
It is a Band-Aid solution but you could try a tube cathode follower. Dave .......
60: Re: Interesting Revox CD player on ebay... (5.57)
Posted by bublitchki on 2005-08-28, 10:29:36 (70.23.240.151)
It's not a skyscraper player. It's shown stacked atop the amp and tuner from the same series. .......
61: RE: I Would Suggest A Used Meridian 508: (5.53)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2009-09-04, 14:30:54 (38.118.25.194)
Even when the Revox was new the ADS and TOL Denon sounded better. I was a salesman is a store that sold all three. It did look fantastic though! Dave .......
62: Most digital gear is supposed to be left on 24/7 (5.49)
Posted by Jack G on 2012-02-26, 10:34:46 (198.228.201.159)
This goes way back to the early CD players when Revox had a standby mode for their player . Jack .......
63: RE: Using an external DAC with CD player - newbie question (5.49)
Posted by Jack G on 2021-11-29, 14:39:48 (68.83.223.145)
Oh man, I really lusted for one of those Revox players when they first came out. But, that was a long time ago. Jack .......
64: Come over here little girl..... (5.49)
Posted by Mike B. on 2003-10-23, 19:24:54 (67.1.35.253)
..I got this low miles Revox B795 linar tracking table/arm with a Grado 8M cartridge. If you talk real sweet, I will sell it to you for a song. .......
65: Re: Revox B226 Looking for remote codes for Pronto (5.47)
Posted by alexhongkong on 2004-02-18, 05:23:39 (203.217.198.170)
Maybe this page can help you, but you should understand non-English language. .......
66: RE: I Would Suggest A Used Meridian 508: (5.47)
Posted by Vinylly on 2009-09-03, 15:50:22 (67.72.98.87)
You can get them at Audigon.com for around $700 to $1,000. Built like a tank. I read the reviews on the Studer-Revox at Postive Feedback. They may be solid machines but they are getting very 'dated'. .......
67: Re: Revox B226 Looking for remote codes for Pronto (5.47)
Posted by pablosapiens on 2004-02-19, 05:51:23 (212.171.38.44)
Thanks for the help, but i need a ccf file with the codes that will work with the philips pronto. Anybody out there who has them? .......
68: Now your challenge is... (5.44)
Posted by mls-stl on 2011-05-16, 14:36:11 (12.28.46.98)
...to talk the recording studios into dropping their digital workstations and put their old Studer, Revox and Ampex open reel tape machines back into service. ;-) .......
69: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (5.42)
Posted by knewton on 2016-04-19, 09:30:53 (73.233.216.42)
I'm not suggesting that it's badly implemented, merely conventionally implemented. Which, in itself, is sufficient to account for the sound character that you describe. If you can post that PDF it may .......
70: The result is here (5.40)
Posted by alexhongkong on 2004-02-18, 05:31:00 (203.217.198.170)
http://www.geocities.com/digitalsatuk/skyremotecodes.html Revox 4 digit code, 0621 3 digit code, 065,398 .......
71: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (5.32)
Posted by Duster on 2016-04-20, 10:27:03 (73.239.106.81)
You can open the PDF file with a PDF application (Apple's Preview in my case) and export it as a JPEG file, which can then be uploaded to AA. .......
72: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (5.25)
Posted by knewton on 2016-04-19, 06:05:21 (73.233.216.42)
The subjective effects you describe are classic bad digital sound, almost certainly due to some implementation choice(s). The potential culprits here are many, not all of which are easily modded after .......
73: Re: Revox and Metronome CD Players(long) (5.23)
Posted by Gerry E. on 2002-02-13, 10:25:23 (164.57.254.209)
> In comparing the two CD players I found the Metronome to be a > little noisy between notes and a little more laid back than the > Revox. It has a tube output so this may be the reason(culprit?). bhv .......
74: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (5.22)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-04-09, 01:40:47 (94.111.40.237)
Hi all, as some of you may know I'm using a vintage (1987!) Revox B226 player as my primary source. player has been slightly modded (opamps and capacitors) and sounds very good - dense and dynamic wit .......
75: RE: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (5.20)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-04-14, 03:22:40 (188.188.221.176)
Actually I tried something yesterday: I plugged my old (but younger) Kenwood DP7090 (8 PCM1702 chips in parallel) that I still keep even tho I haven't used it in years. Well, in my actual system (many .......
76: RE: REVOX B226 opamps (5.15)
Posted by tube524 on 2016-01-24, 14:34:05 (194.187.249.40)
I used BB2134 in my PHILIPS-based player and sounded better than the NE5534 but darker in tonality. Highs were always the same regardless to the recording. The 627's are also drop-in but will sound ex .......
77: Re: Revox/Studer CDP (5.14)
Posted by tubesguy on 2002-05-16, 07:45:46 (165.189.106.100)
I'll try again, since my answer yesterday never showed up here. All that I know is that the 225 is an older 14-bit machine, and that the 226 uses the Philips 1541 chipset. That's why you can find the .......
78: RE: Old Meets New..... (5.07)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-03-30, 21:30:24 (178.51.223.157)
Well that's exactly what I do: a very old CD player (Revox B226) feeding a SMSL SU-8v2. I love the combination, still I feel it could be better with a higher grade DAC. And, I want to try an AKM based .......
79: Re: Need Programable Remote For B-225 Revox CD (5.07)
Posted by John E on 2000-03-22, 17:38:03 (205.188.196.49)
Try this site.... http://www.remotecentral.com/ These guys are so serious about remote controls that I'm afraid to visit there after dark. If anyone can help you, it's them, just make sure you bring a .......
80: It is interesting that you are not the only one who was.... (5.04)
Posted by Alex Peychev on 2003-09-16, 11:39:05 (64.175.250.122)
...turned off by SACD. I know many Audiophiles here in the SF Bay Area who were like you. Unfortunately, things are changed a lot...and now when they hear it - they want it. There is nothing that soun .......
81: External Clocking Experience? (4.93)
Posted by eduardoo on 2008-11-23, 22:12:48 (203.174.59.158)
Theoretical shortfall of the PLL circuit aside, can anyone share their experience with adding external clocks to enabled players such as Esoteric, Marantz, Revox, DCS? What has the external clock cont .......
82: RE: Ghost in the machine exorcised! (4.92)
Posted by KanedaK on 2024-04-09, 22:51:25 (178.51.69.53)
Haha. I had a recurrent poltergeist phenomenon with my old Revox CD player. It would randomly turn on, turn off, start playing... Turns out it was the remote sensor that is sensitive to some types of .......
83: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (4.86)
Posted by Awe-d-o-file on 2016-04-20, 12:14:44 (107.178.34.183)
If you have a PC open the pdf and makevit occupy as much of your screen as possible. Then press ctrl alt and print screen at the same time. Open paint and then click edit and paste and there is the pd .......
84: RE: How much have CD players improved in the last 12 years? (4.83)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-03-14, 01:49:38 (94.111.40.237)
Yes... the Philips CDM-1 in my 1987 (!) Revox player still works flawlessly to this day (including the laser!), while my 1996 Kenwood player has seen three laser replacements yet - and is due for a 4t .......
85: RE: iFi SPDIF iPurifier? (4.83)
Posted by triodesteve on 2021-05-08, 18:50:35 (75.139.190.239)
I think there is only one way to know and thats to try it...is there an Amazon equivalent in Belgium that has a generous return policy? It's possible that your machine needs to be put on a test bench. .......
86: RE: Annoying question - What Device To finally copy Vinyl to Computer? (4.82)
Posted by John Elison on 2016-01-07, 15:32:56 (74.130.29.193)
I've been recording LPs since I was 12-years old. I started with an open reel tape recorder by placing the microphone in front of the speaker. When I bought my first stereo system in 1971, I patched m .......
87: RE: Who listens to CD's and with what DAC? (4.79)
Posted by KanedaK on 2018-08-24, 00:55:21 (94.111.58.0)
Slightly modded (new caps, modern opamps) 1987 Revox B226 player, wich contains the famous TDA1541 d.a.c. chip and Philips CDM1 mechanic. To my ears, sounds fantastic, but I haven't owned so many othe .......
88: Search archive... (4.77)
Posted by Busybusy on 2001-11-23, 14:48:21 (24.254.39.136)
CDP: Sony CDP-D500, Linn Karik, Studer CD for broadcasting use (looks like Revox 226 but added extra wordclock input) CDR: HHB 850 Plus, Sony CDRW66, Yamaha CDR1000, Tascam 7000, Studer CDR (expensive .......
89: RE: That transport is 30 years old (4.76)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-05-06, 23:08:06 (178.51.168.102)
Well, eventually the Revopx will die and I will be forced to purchase a new one. But money is scarce ate the moment, very scarce... iFi iPurifier is within my budget and will probably still be useful .......
90: RE: Vintage CD players by the pound (4.74)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-04-26, 00:58:41 (94.111.40.237)
I use a Revox B226 player from early 1990s with CDM1 transport and it still works flawlessly. CDM1 drives parts are unobtainium, complete mechanics CDM1 when available on the second hand market are sc .......
91: RE: Is jitter still a thing anymore? (4.73)
Posted by KanedaK on 2022-02-08, 22:55:36 (178.51.109.19)
I own a very old Revox CD player that I use as drive. The DAC is a modern Gustard A18. At some point I found the SPDIF connection to lack clarity and impact, and I added an iFi audio SPDIF iPurifier 2 .......
92: In 1989..... (4.73)
Posted by Belgarchi on 2009-01-14, 20:36:59 (209.173.119.175)
I bought a NAD 5100, despite its very high price - $500, a fortune, I was young - after extensive listening of other players (Denon, Revox,...). 19 years later, it is still working fine. ~5 years ago, .......
93: RE: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (4.71)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-02-17, 23:30:36 (149.154.195.174)
Thanks for your answer. when you say "get a clock from tent labs" are you talking about the full xO2 module or just a crystal? Can I get just a crystal and expect any improvement at all? What about th .......
94: Re: Best cassette deck to transfer cassettes to cd/hd (4.67)
Posted by JayNYC on 2004-01-10, 11:16:08 (66.58.18.18)
The Nakamichi Dragon is probably the best for playback of tapes recorded on *other* decks. The other high end Naks (ZX9,CR7,1000ZXL), in addition to the Tandberg 3014A and Revox B215 are all fantastic .......
95: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (4.60)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-21, 04:03:39 (81.246.236.6)
Until now I had replaced all the caps besides the regulators output caps; someone had told me it was best to left the old ones because modern caps would most likely have too low ESR and the regulators .......
96: Re: Interesting Revox CD player on ebay... (4.60)
Posted by otari on 2005-08-28, 15:35:05 (141.149.182.49)
The cd player is a top-loader and is one of three components shown stacked. I auditioned one of these players about a year ago and personally found it's sound less than satisfactory. best, otari :-) .......
97: RE: Cd player recommendation (4.59)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-11-04, 14:01:27 (94.111.40.237)
For what it's worth - I tried my dac with two different CD players as drives; it did sound different. However, one was connected using a coaxial cable and the other one using an optical cable, wich ma .......
98: Summer of '85, Revox B-225 and....... (4.57)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2003-07-04, 02:44:44 (205.188.208.9)
it never did work, spinning the discs wildly at times. Had it fixed twice and finally dumped it. At $1250 retail, it was the most expensive consumer CDP at the time, but the famous German quality of m .......
99: Re: Older cd players (4.56)
Posted by Adnan on 2005-02-23, 19:23:43 (12.65.150.104)
Hi, If you're looking for a transport, there's a Pioneer PD65 on ebay right now. I just bought one for that purpose. If you want analog, interestingly enough, I am selling my Revox B225 which, despite .......
100: Revox b225... (4.53)
Posted by goblin141 on 2010-11-21, 18:07:13 (69.99.135.87)
I have had this for a few years, cleaned it up this weekend and started to play a couple of cds. It ran for a few minutes then stopped producing sound. I removed and reinserted the cd then the transpo .......
101: Heavy duty good sounding CD player (4.53)
Posted by Jagdeep on 2009-09-03, 07:14:48 (202.42.93.49)
I am looking for a heavy duty, good sounding CD player. Proaudio playback CD player would be ideal. I would like to keep budget within US$1k Marantz? Denon? Studer-Revox? pls advise I want something t .......
102: Re: revox b226s (4.52)
Posted by Phild on 2002-02-14, 08:41:29 (205.188.199.38)
I have a Rebox B226s and a Studer A727. They do have two digital outs...both standard. I was originally confused by that too. I thought there was a left and right out, until someone told me that they .......
103: The sound quality of the cd transfer.... (4.49)
Posted by kootenay on 2017-12-14, 09:13:56 (68.145.61.43)
to tape hinges entirely on the quality of your cd player and RTR machine that you're using. If you have a 2-track with 15-30IPS tape speed Revox or any high-end RTR the sound quality will be just as g .......
104: RE: Oldie: ReVox B226 CD player (4.44)
Posted by KanedaK on 2015-12-22, 04:30:00 (149.154.198.46)
Further listening shows that this player seems quite sensitive to vibrations, and three rubber door stops (I used what i had at hand to try), one in central front and one under each rear corner, made .......
105: Walker Audio HIgh Definition Links (4.43)
Posted by David Levinson on 2002-04-23, 10:40:18 (63.193.145.160)
I just added Walker Audio High Definition Links to my system, and they are breaking in. I noticed that the CD's now sound smoother and more comfortable on top, similiar to my Revox B261 tuner. Maybe t .......
106: Have you heard a *good* multi-channel system? (4.43)
Posted by rlw on 2012-07-02, 13:00:01 (76.110.105.130)
I own one and it is soooo much better than listening to 2-channel music that I can hardly over-state it. And I sold *very* good hi-end gear in the late 70s-early 80s (Tandberg, Mark Levinson, Hafler, .......
107: Re: cd player with volume control under $300 (4.42)
Posted by Phild on 2002-07-16, 08:50:23 (63.62.221.84)
I do agree with the Denon...I saw one of their old DCD2560 models for sale on Audiogon for $175 a few days ago (they were originally more than $1000 and have volume control, but not a changer). They m .......
108: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (4.41)
Posted by tube524 on 2016-04-20, 18:17:55 (5.254.97.102)
Elna Silmic II take over 150 hours to burn in and they will become smooth as I recall when I installed them in my PHILIPS 15 years ago. They did not work well so I went back to Elna Cerafine since the .......
109: Technics SLP-1200 CD-Player - does anyone know what chipset is used? (4.40)
Posted by Thorsten on 2000-05-23, 06:20:05 (195.99.125.202)
Hi all, I have a chance to get one of the "Pro-Grade" Technics CD-Players. I know these quite well, in "my days" these where standard in clubs and I often serviced them, primarily the Mechanics as the .......
110: RE: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (4.40)
Posted by Thorsten on 2016-02-21, 18:39:32 (61.92.98.21)
Hi, There are many regulator Chip replacements, I am not in a position to comment on the specific merits. However, just randomly replacing parts will not reliably yield a real upgrade. Please study th .......
111: RE: Dunno if I'd go that far, but.... (4.37)
Posted by Crazy Dave on 2012-10-03, 10:14:54 (38.118.25.194)
There were also the problems with the playback equipment. I have a first generation Magnaox and early Mission CD player. The playback is not very good. I remember when I was selling audio in the 80's, .......
112: RE: Using an external DAC with CD player - newbie question (4.36)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-11-28, 23:21:13 (178.51.208.98)
I've been using an old Revox B226 CD player as drive for quite a while with a modern external DAC Well, what can I say, I've purchased a iFi Audio SPDIF iPurifier 2 (such a long name to write!) becaus .......
113: RE: Thoughts On Used CEC TL 2 X (4.35)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-12-30, 23:54:51 (94.111.40.237)
For what it's worth (as I'm seeing negative comments about "old" mechanics, I'm using a 1987 Revox B226 as drive (after using it a couple of years with the internal TDA1541 DAC) and it still works fla .......
114: Opinions on Pioneer PD-65? (4.34)
Posted by Adnan on 2005-02-27, 14:45:38 (12.65.132.151)
Hi, I've recently purchased one in great shape but find that the analog output presents as somewhat muddy, with the lower midrange particularly impacted. My much older ReVox B225 was, by comparison mu .......
115: RE: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (4.32)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-02-20, 07:48:46 (188.189.71.127)
It may just be a matter of taste, and i havent heard the best modern CD players - wich is a good thing since i cannot afford them ;) but for the modest amount of cash these Revox go on the second hand .......
116: RE: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (4.29)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-04-09, 12:36:30 (195.16.0.14)
That's another interesting point of view. The Revox does indeed sound very musical. Yet the technology inside is 30 years old... Maybe I can try to borrow a modern DAC from someone and decide - in th .......
117: RE: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (4.28)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-02-21, 04:00:34 (149.154.200.110)
Thanks Thorsten. One more question: I see these nice discrete shunt regulators (see link below). Would it bring any worthwile improvement to the revox player? There's 5 regs in the player as seen o .......
118: Re: Meta Research Laser 1 laser head replacement (4.24)
Posted by r2d2 on 2002-12-24, 16:40:23 (62.166.107.70)
Hui, I think it is the CD-3 from philips. This transport was designed for the first philips CD-ROM transports for PC's. I think it will be hard to find.... Your meta research is similar to the micro .......
119: Re: Zhalou experience (4.24)
Posted by bordin on 2007-02-20, 19:42:34 (202.28.169.165)
Last year, I got my Zhaolu 2.0C from HK and recently had it upgraded to the Oritek Discrete Output Stage. All I can say, it becomes a different class player ! Modded units have been brought to compar .......
120: RE: Makes a lot of sense (4.20)
Posted by tketcham on 2021-08-20, 07:06:42 (71.181.112.229)
Ah, in comparison to a quality tape recording and playback system there's, well, no comparison. :-) Back in 1980 I considered getting into the world of 15ips tapes when a buddy offered to give me his .......
121: Re: Laser Alignment? (4.19)
Posted by Andrew L on 2002-02-06, 14:48:22 (216.42.73.90)
Just as a word of precaution; your player isn't that old, but my own experience on fixing old players differs. I just got ahold of a 17 year old Revox. I, too, had problems similar to yours and though .......
122: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (4.16)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-19, 07:10:18 (81.246.236.6)
I do have the schematics. It's a PDF file, not sure how to post it here? I doubt the B226 can be described as "badly implemented digital"; it sure dates (1987) but was one of the best at the time... T .......
123: Re: DVD or regular transport (4.15)
Posted by Phild on 2001-04-25, 19:51:20 (205.188.195.34)
I tried my Pioneer DV05 with my Millenium DAC II, but ended up using my old Denon 2650 CD player instead...it just sounds better. I think my Revox B226s or Studer A727 might sound even better, but the .......
124: RE: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (4.15)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-05-01, 12:14:12 (213.214.40.16)
Well, in all honesty, as the SMSL dac is burnin in, it sounds better and better- and in all objectivity it sounds very, very good. It has all attributes one could wish for in a very good dac: resoluti .......
125: I've been recording CD/SACD discs..... (4.14)
Posted by kootenay on 2010-08-22, 10:02:26 (70.75.93.225)
on my Otari and Revox RTRs at 15 IPS with normal recording level with great results. On the other hand I did some recording with higher than average gain level with mixed results. But one thing for ce .......
126: RE: A bit more than just "Receivers" - A lot more! (4.13)
Posted by cawson@onetel.com on 2013-01-14, 17:43:39 (86.163.232.5)
Yes, I don't want the amp either, but I would use it for non-critical listening to save powering up my big tube monoblock amps. Have you found a TV that has a volume control and channel selector on it .......
127: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (4.13)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-02-17, 06:04:30 (149.154.194.238)
Hello fellow members, I acquired a ReVox B226 cD player a few weeks ago. It's a 25 or 30 years old player in need of a refresh (altough it sounds surprisingly good as it is now). I've decided on a glo .......
128: RE: CD-Rs....what for? (4.12)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2011-11-25, 15:23:17 (173.254.192.35)
Ok, I see now. Yes, if talking about a DAB then then a digital output out of the tuner would desirable. I was thinking analog FM. I download quiet a few DAB's from Europe at 48Khz 16 bit and they are .......
129: RE: Vintage TDA1541 vs modern SMSL M8 and the likes? (4.05)
Posted by KanedaK on 2019-04-20, 04:16:50 (213.214.40.16)
Update: I received my SMSL SU-8 DAC hier. It's a lovely little box - I didn't expect how small it would be - with a heft and a quality of finish unexpected at the price. Only had a couple of hours to .......
130: RE: Problem with vintage CD player (4.00)
Posted by tube524 on 2016-01-01, 13:59:43 (83.143.240.14)
There could be a dip in voltage which is causing the player to turn off the power. It could be something simple as cold soldering in the power supply section or something causing a short circuit or a .......
131: RE: ReVox B226 is now great!!! (4.00)
Posted by tube524 on 2016-04-29, 17:38:08 (85.9.20.146)
As an owner of a vintage PHILIPS CDP myself I understand your fascination with older technologies. Since you have gone this far with the player, I suggest a clock which will give the player natural hi .......
132: RE: Bye bye disc drive. Sooner than later I hope. (3.98)
Posted by nairb on 2012-06-12, 05:29:38 (174.26.131.12)
"..you obviously never "lost" a hard drive" Just over sixty and I've had three hard disc failures over my years with notebooks/desk tops. I lost many files with one failure and learned from that exper .......
133: RE: Used/Vintage Digital Transport Recommendations? (3.96)
Posted by Gofast on 2011-01-22, 21:30:28 (69.120.61.215)
I've found that weight is a good indicator. I use a Levinson ML31, but also have Micromega Duo and PS Audio Lambda transports. I've found that old high end CDPs from the late 80s/early 90s are very cl .......
134: Re: Hi Phil (3.93)
Posted by Phild on 2001-04-21, 11:46:36 (152.163.205.51)
Unfortunately...no. I haven't owned any of the newer crop of nice players. I've owned a Luxman D300 something or other, a Denon 2560, a Revox B226s, an original Rega Planet, a Studer A727, and a Pione .......
135: RE: Apollo or Simaudio CD 1 Players (3.90)
Posted by vital ital on 2009-10-04, 05:29:20 (78.0.248.200)
I had a Apollo for a while but just did not like the way it "acted", and the front plate is just a piece of plastic crap! Cheap feel to it, but looks nice from 5 feet away. The sound is great, and if .......
136: JISCO-mini review (3.88)
Posted by Raanan on 2000-10-31, 09:08:32 (62.0.166.35)
I have had the JISCO now for 60 hours in my system.It's placed between an HHB CDR machine with a stable platter mechanism and a MSB Link III going into a 76 preamp,Moscode 600 amp driving CLS IIAs. Th .......
137: Nope............ (3.85)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2003-03-21, 07:33:18 (205.188.208.104)
The CA units came from a dealer in upstate NY, the EMC-1 from Redmond, WA, the Tjoeb directly from Holland, the Sony from NYC, the Toshiba from the local warehouse place, so you roll the dice and ya t .......
138: Tell us more about the Cambridge Azur 640c (3.82)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-07-31, 14:46:48 (70.93.131.209)
pwrc, Fran, and Co, I was wondering what you think of the Cambridge Audio 640C and what other CDPs you tried. My current project is to find a CDP for my office system **, to replace a Toshiba 3960. In .......
139: Music servers may well be the 'Reel-to reel' of our generation. (3.81)
Posted by jusbe on 2003-12-31, 15:02:54 (213.218.204.227)
I wouldn't want to give up on the medium, but in terms of mechanical recovery and transmission of data, it pales into insignificance compared with the good ol' lp or a digital server. Much as I might .......
140: I bought one in '85... (3.80)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2010-11-23, 12:37:48 (65.8.219.187)
it was my first CDP. Bought it from one of the guys who worked at the local HiFi place in Los Angeles, where I got the rest of my first 'hifi' system. It was nice when it worked, but it was a lemon (p .......
141: Re: Taddeo Digital Antidote - It works! (3.79)
Posted by David Levinson on 2002-06-06, 14:31:42 (63.193.145.160)
I use the $99 Taddeo Digital Antidote with a Goldmund SRDA2 DAC with Alize3 upgrade. Even with a Goldmund DAC the Digital Antidote makes the sound more realistic and less "digital." It makes my system .......
142: RE: Revox B226 dirty treble (3.73)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-21, 04:41:46 (81.246.236.6)
Some pics of the recapped player. I know most of you will shout in awe seeing the output coupling caps standing back to back in a strange way above the PCB. I know it looks very unprofessional. Wha .......
143: Hybrid SACD disc on a old CD drive? (3.67)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-11-08, 00:56:36 (178.51.174.160)
I've borrowed from a friend a version of Mozart's requiem that comes on a hybrid two layers CD/SACD disc. It's the first time I have one of these at home. The CD layer sounds great on my friend's syst .......
144: I do..... (3.66)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2001-08-25, 12:01:32 (64.12.105.159)
I was a year out of college in '85 and built a pair of Hafler kits, the DH 220 amp and DH 110 preamp, bought some Italian ESB 7/08 three ways, a Nak RX 505 and a Colin Walker CJ 58 tt from England. On .......
145: RE: Oldie: ReVox B226 CD player (3.61)
Posted by tube524 on 2015-12-22, 06:40:51 (95.141.29.53)
The B226 uses a TDA1541/SAA7220 P/B which can benefit greatly from a clock. I can suggest Tent Labs XO2/XO3 11.2896 MHz. This will give you more clarity and eliminate ringing in the highs. If you chan .......
146: Odd problem with Toshiba 3960 (3.59)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-20, 11:19:16 (70.93.131.209)
Mates, I have a completely stock Toshiba 3960, used as my office CDP, purchased new locally. This is sitting on my Revox B-160 tuner which is on rubber strips on heavy metal shelves. On top of the met .......
147: iFi SPDIF iPurifier? (3.58)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-05-05, 22:09:44 (178.51.168.102)
I'm over the moon with my new Gustard A18 DAC, a really fantastic device. However I've noticed that when I listen to CDs (which are my primary source, still) over coaxial input of the DAC, it has a te .......
148: Re: Do I even need a DAC ? (3.57)
Posted by Phild on 2002-05-10, 08:05:28 (63.26.50.44)
It depends on how good your system is, but a decent DAC would probably sound better than the internal DAC in the Onkyo...you'd have to try one and see. You never know...the Onkyo may be better than yo .......
149: Yep (3.56)
Posted by KT88 on 2005-12-16, 16:45:34 (209.170.179.76)
The Cambridge Audio unit will do all of that but you don't need a transport to do it, nor will it help. You simply put CDs into its drive and burn them to its hard disc. It has a display and can be us .......
150: The worlds best sounding stupid player (3.52)
Posted by vital ital on 2008-03-04, 06:12:40 (217.14.216.206)
I have a Apollo which I bought about a month ago, the thing plays fine, even scratched cds, I think that the main problem is that the player is just plain stupid. It has no "logic" in the user interfa .......
151: RE: Opinion on Non-oversampling mod for TDA1541 based player? (3.49)
Posted by Thorsten on 2016-02-17, 23:40:15 (61.92.98.21)
Hi, Service manual here: ftp://ftp.studer.ch/public/Products/Revox/Revox_B226_B126/Revox_B226_Serv.pdf First, the SAA7220 is a first class noise generator. If you keep it, make sure to block off the .......
152: RE: it's hard to believe this is a CD player from the "stone age". (3.45)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-05-03, 07:35:14 (81.246.236.6)
Well, my Revox is from the early days (1987), and it sounds VERY GOOD! Much better than some more recent (but lower class) players I have owned! I do understand jitter probably is still very much ther .......
153: That's telling 'em! (3.44)
Posted by Poles Apart on 2013-09-28, 15:59:31 (76.118.229.113)
First... although I've not heard it recently, I'll bet that famous Kingston Trio album sounds pretty good today, given a decent remastering. In fact, probably any all-tube, 4-channel-or-less pop produ .......
154: It begins with the CDM0 (3.39)
Posted by René R on 2003-11-10, 01:49:35 (193.172.78.129)
as far as I understand it. I asked a friend who was a former shop owner of second hand audio. And he opened many CD players for service or out of curiousness. CDM0: Philips all old models like CD100, .......
155: Re: Kyocera cd players--old but good??? (3.38)
Posted by Sean on 2000-03-25, 19:36:49 (216.214.210.61)
Kyocera was a company called Cybernet that marketed their own products under that name. Cybernet used to manufacture products for TONS of companies, much like NEC does. I don't know what they are up t .......
156: RE: iFi SPDIF iPurifier? (3.36)
Posted by KanedaK on 2021-06-01, 02:58:19 (178.51.168.102)
Alright so, I received the iFi iPurifier yesterday and, connected between my Revox drive and my Gustard DAC, it is undeniably and immediately effective, and not in a subtle way! More precision, better .......
157: Problem with vintage CD player (3.36)
Posted by KanedaK on 2015-12-30, 06:15:07 (149.154.204.174)
Hello, I'm currently uing this vintage ReVox B226 cd player as my main source. There's room for improvement (i'm planning to have a new clock installed, as well as new op-amps or a univesal tube outpu .......
158: Re: EVS Millennium DAC2 - reviews anyone? (3.32)
Posted by Phild on 2001-04-17, 14:08:20 (152.163.207.78)
I'm afraid I won't be too helpful, because this is my first DAC. I don't know how his older DAC sounds, I haven't heard his original output stage, and I haven't compared it to any other DACs. My previ .......
159: I appreciate your reasoned response... (3.31)
Posted by rw on 2004-10-27, 12:39:56 (208.207.43.2)
And, lest anyone think I'm some wet-behind-the-ears neophyte, let me just add that I was building and tuning RF filters that were installed in EVERY U.S. manned mission (and most of the un-manned miss .......
160: RE: Lyngdorf CD1 (3.24)
Posted by KanedaK on 2020-11-27, 21:52:56 (91.87.156.101)
Well, I guess I was looking for some folks able to tell me how much they liked it in their system. I've read the reviews, which are (as often) quite contradictory. Most are very positive, but with qui .......
161: Marantz 6000 (3.18)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-13, 16:22:07 (70.239.150.61)
Roohark, I used to use a Fisher 800C receiver in my office. I listened mostly to FM but also used an elderly Technics CDP my accountant gave me. For your use, I think an outstanding value- good sound .......
162: Re: older cd players (3.12)
Posted by Phild on 2002-05-12, 21:52:20 (63.11.151.74)
I do agree with cD99...you should definitely put them on your list and compare them. I believe what he said to be true. I'm not sure about an old Rotel (they're a bit closer to mid-fi), but there are .......
163: An enthusiastic endorsement (3.09)
Posted by David B. Levinson on 2002-08-30, 09:38:45 (63.193.145.160)
Yes. I use it with my Goldmund SRDA2 DAC, which has a Goldmund Mimesis 39 transport, connected to the DAC with an AT&T fiber cable. Taddeo makes this already great-sounding digital music sound more sm .......
164: Re: Audio Research CD7 (2.95)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-02-26, 14:30:13 (70.238.118.145)
ArthurP, While I've used Audio Research tube stuff since 1985, I only recently replaced my office system with Audio Research solid state- an LS-3 and D-130- with a Revox B-160 tuner and Cam.Audio 640C .......
165: Cambridge Audio 640C- the second least reliable piece of gear I've had (2.90)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-10-11, 13:53:53 (75.84.203.1)
Chris in PA, I've had a Cambridge Audio 640C-V2 since 2005 that proved to be the least reliable piece of gear I've ever had, after a Nakamichi BX-125 cassette deck that I bought abut 1990 and has perh .......
166: Re: Get A Zhaolu First (2.74)
Posted by bordin on 2007-03-10, 19:39:19 (124.120.182.141)
Hi 11sasam, You should get the AD-1852 DA chip. It's a whole different thing. The Esound CD-E5's analog output stage has no opamp, so it should have less noise than the stock Zhaolu. What I meant is .......
167: The fate of "Hot Numbers" and a 640C experience (2.61)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-01-30, 10:08:49 (76.166.157.254)
PHOTO: My previous office system while auditioning three vintage tuners with the Cambrisge Audio 640C on the front left. Electronics are Audio Research LS3 and D130, tuners: McIntosh MR67 and MR77, .......
168: Re: Kyocera (2.59)
Posted by Sean on 2000-12-17, 22:43:17 (216.214.86.143)
Kyocera was owned by Cybernet, a "big" electronics manufacturer that made products for dozens upon dozens of other "name brand" companies. As such, they had access to all the parts and designs of the .......
169: Huh? (2.49)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2000-10-06, 20:27:14 (152.163.204.206)
"Until then, or until Joe Public in Saginaw whom you seem to look down on in your post buys a SACD player, it just won't fly. Audiophiles have NEVER been able to support a format. Only Joe Public can .......
170: ReVox B226 is now great!!! (2.32)
Posted by KanedaK on 2016-04-26, 05:11:45 (81.246.236.6)
Okay so the recap of my B226 is finally done. Used a mix of Nichicon KW and United Chemicon SXE as big pre-reg PSU caps; used Elna Silmic II everywhere else, except a few 1uF decouplings here and ther .......
171: I have an SL-P111 and it's much better than it should be! (2.25)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-06-14, 06:56:43 (67.49.41.254)
PHOTO: Temporary Office system when the Cambridge Audio 640C was away for repair: Technics SL-P111 CDP (1987), Revox B160 tuner (1988), Sony 2X100W remote receiver (2000) [Infinity Primus 360 spea .......
172: Re: Where are your inmate system David? (nt) (2.23)
Posted by David W. Robinson on 2000-10-10, 01:12:36 (24.16.206.60)
It shifts all the time, due to various review projects for PF. Currently, and in brief, it includes the following: Sony SCD-1 SACD player Linn CD-12 Sony SCD-C333ES SACD carousel player Cal Audio CL-2 .......
173: Marantz CD94 (2.00)
Posted by 13D3Tube on 2007-09-01, 06:12:59 (81.66.215.237)
I have just acquired an old Marantz CD94 with perished belts. I have just managed to repair it, and as many before me, I am surprised by the deep bass, dense, quite musical, rather organic, Garrard 30 .......
174: That's where I bought my first hi-end STEREO... (1.92)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2013-12-31, 00:11:58 (184.33.74.104)
Italian ESB 7/08 3 way speakers, Hafler DH-110/DH-220 kits, Nakamichi RX-505 tape deck, Colin Walker CJ-58 TT, NAD tuner and Revox B-225 CDP! I still have the RX-505 and the ESB speakers and they work .......
175: Early and late 3690- and "disposable" CD players (1.85)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-11-02, 06:40:31 (72.129.64.11)
DaveT, There are indeed differences between different era Toshiba 3960s. I bought a 3960 as my office CDP labelled June, 2004 and really liked the sound- amazing for $70. That office player was so goo .......
176: REVIEW: GaMuT Audio CD 1 CD Player/Recorder (1.71)
Posted by pianoman on 2003-05-29, 13:33:28 (12.80.25.121)
Model: CD 1 Category: CD Player/Recorder Suggested Retail Price: $3995. (CDN) Description: Crystal CS 4390 DA converter - 128 times oversampling (5,644,800 Hz). Manufacturer URL: GaMuT .......
177: The long, amazing story of a Cambridge Audio 640C survivor (1.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-03-13, 19:05:54 (75.11.96.200)
nightdoggy, I've used a Cambridge Audio 640C since Summer 2005, and have to say, I'm not extremely pleased. Like you, I play mainly LP's and I've used an all tube system for 20+ years. But, in the off .......
Found 2 records in DVD-Audiobahn.
1: Philips DVD960 (6.09)
Posted by bennie.van.hal@gmail.com on 2006-04-29, 01:07:10 (82.74.164.64)
Hi, Im looking for information regarding the philips DVD960. It's a bit of a strange machine in the (2000) philips range, like the grundig gdv200 and revox s27 build by french company micormega. Phili .......
2: Latest news on Simple Minds, David Bowie, Doors, Porcupine Tree etc. DVD-As . . . (6.09)
Posted by Martin419 on 2005-02-03, 05:16:40 (62.173.114.126)
February 02, 2005 David Bowie DVD-A's on the way EMI Canada has some exciting news for fans of the Thin White Duke. David Bowie's "Stage" and "David Live" DVD-Audio releases are pencilled in for March .......
Found 45 records in Hi-Rez Highway.
1: Re: My Revox B-225 never did work in 1985......... (9.73)
Posted by Audio Pharaoh on 2003-09-16, 15:43:06 (62.114.166.37)
Hi Chris, Yep:( A friend of mine had the same experience. His unit ended up in London and still couldn't be fixed. It's still there now..probably all in rust:) I remember how furious he was as he had .......
2: RE: No hi-rez format. (9.73)
Posted by andy19191 on 2007-11-26, 14:51:55 (87.185.127.100)
> So we should go out and purchase 15ips tape machine....time to hit the > antique show. Or the skips. At work we chucked a few Nagra and Revox tape machines in a skip 3 or 4 years ago as not worth m .......
3: Re: similar experience (9.46)
Posted by tommyboy on 2001-05-22, 10:50:42 (152.163.197.137)
I used Teac 33xx's, Tandberg 10xd. Revox B77,Revox A700. Perhaps if Steve used the commercial Teac series, called Tascam, at 30IPS the results would have been better than these consumer units. I heard .......
4: Time to borrow my friends Revox (nt) (8.12)
Posted by Penguin on 2003-02-22, 21:35:24 (68.34.58.110)
' .......
5: I'll swop you any on my four R-R's for your DV-50 dead or alive! (7.59)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2006-05-08, 15:00:21 (87.245.73.80)
Well, except for my reworked tube Revox G36 that is... Allen .......
6: Yeah and Revox, dCS and Linn are all Pic N Save specials, lol? (6.91)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2005-01-11, 05:38:55 (64.12.116.7)
You gotta do better than that, ol' boy. Chris .......
7: I once had a Revox B-225 that did that........ (6.86)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2003-09-11, 09:39:26 (152.163.252.5)
and it would launch the discs off the tray, back in '85. Never did get it working properly. Well, looks like we have a new 'whipping boy' to bash on. Chris .......
8: You can get old obsolete stuff fixed and rebuilt, ever hear of the Elcassette Society of America, or (6.80)
Posted by Teresa on 2002-08-04, 00:21:20 (198.81.17.188)
all the companies that rebuild Revox and Teac Open Reel decks. No even if the manufactures leave, others will step up. Nothing to worry about! .......
9: Hmmmm.............. (6.78)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2002-03-17, 19:11:48 (152.163.204.82)
I bought my first CDP in June of '85, a Revox B-225, and I don't recall there being 4000 titles available to the public, for ALL music. Are you sure that figure is correct? Thanks, Chris .......
10: Send 'em my way. (6.75)
Posted by robert young on 2007-11-26, 16:47:02 (207.88.135.146)
I still use my Revox daily, stand by Nagra (I use their amps and pre) and have seen quite a few well-maintained Nagra RTRs in very well-respected recording studios here in New York (there are 2 from t .......
11: Kind of ugly if you ask me? (6.39)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2004-08-09, 12:45:42 (64.12.117.11)
But at $4k and Universal (w/o converting DSD to PCM) it's another breath of fresh air. Kind of reminds me of a Darth Vader looking version of my old Revox B-225 with those big buttons on it. Chris ::: .......
12: Some reel decks are better at record than playback (6.33)
Posted by u47 on 2004-10-11, 20:41:23 (67.160.135.82)
There are many decks that can make a great recording but not play back as well, the stock G-36 comes to mind. I find the G-36 Revox to be a killer recorder but have always found the tapes recorded on .......
13: New Hi Rez Gear Coming Soon.......! (6.20)
Posted by DHVCD on 2003-10-25, 12:41:41 (209.240.205.68)
Adcom GDV-870 DVD-Audio player $2000 Dual Colinear dacs Revox S-27 Uni-Spinner..$1900 Marantz DV-6400 Uni-Spinner.... $549 .......
14: Re: Some folks can be out on a perfectly gorgeous day and still complain about the weather (6.20)
Posted by LiquidMidrange on 2004-09-13, 11:41:09 (12.77.147.93)
I agree. This is truly good news for all. These also represent new original three channel versions of these recordings. There is no better way to get closer to the original music short of them offeri .......
15: Audiorevolution was not at the same CES as I (6.19)
Posted by Norm on 2002-01-17, 09:40:29 (128.194.112.183)
As I said before most suites I went into at both the AP and at The Show had sacd players. I saw only one DVD-A player at the Revox suite. Also there was much sacd software for sale and selling. There .......
16: Re: 15 ips tapes . . . now that's a business model! (5.87)
Posted by bico on 2006-05-08, 11:04:12 (129.176.151.9)
I agree. I have a mid 70's Revox and recorded some SACDs at 15 ips to it and also to a high end hi-fi VCR and the VCR was the winner in sound quality. However, I can't comment on the sound of recent p .......
17: My Revox B-225 never did work in 1985......... (5.70)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2003-09-16, 14:42:25 (205.188.208.9)
and at the time, it was the most expensive CDP that a consumer could buy. German built, Swiss engineered, yadda...yadda...yadda. I literally dumped on somebody in trade and unworking. Twice to the sho .......
18: No format wars for me either... (5.66)
Posted by kootenay on 2015-02-17, 11:58:18 (70.75.70.167)
Just last night I was listening to my collections of Willie Nelson Stardust reel to reel and cassette tapes from my Revox PR99 MKII reel to reel @15IPS and Nakamichi RX 505 cassette deck. Also, I stil .......
19: Re: The tape is probably much better than you think (5.64)
Posted by Bugs on 2004-10-08, 08:08:14 (68.63.124.32)
"The vast majority of tapes I play on the ReVox (a well-maintained and sparingly-used late Dolby B model), however, do sound excellent, so I felt fairly secure in making the comparison." You shouldn't .......
20: Have you tried... (5.64)
Posted by Jim Treanor on 2004-05-20, 15:50:48 (64.28.60.121)
plugging the SCD-1's output into the ARC's tuner input (where I presume you have the MR-71 connected) to see if the bass deficiency remains? If it does, sounds like a problem inside the SCD-1 (a coupl .......
21: Bozak vs. Voice of the Theater (5.60)
Posted by Kal Rubinson on 2006-03-10, 10:37:34 (216.165.126.111)
The first time I heard stereo was in the mid-50's and the system consisted of a Revox deck, McIntosh preamps/amps (doubled mono units) and a pair of huge Bozak B-310s with the 4 B199 woofers! Made me .......
22: Try a Scully 270 or SP-14 or perhaps an Ampex ATR 102 ... (5.56)
Posted by Jack Seaton on 2003-02-23, 00:05:55 (67.0.133.113)
I've had several Revox decks throughout the years and can say first hand that you won't really hear what is on the tape with a Revox, beit an A-700, G-36 or A/B 77 model. I've had them all, mod'ed and .......
23: Re: POS reel to reel? (5.42)
Posted by jbufka2 on 2004-03-25, 21:16:53 (68.61.239.171)
Agreed....for years I worked for a professional audio equipment distributor who sold reel-to-reel decks from Ampex, Otari, MCI/Sony, and Studer-Revox. I've heard 1/2" 30-IPS two track reel-to-reel tap .......
24: Anyone know any free file sharing services? (5.36)
Posted by Regor Ladan on 2010-12-12, 17:18:21 (83.170.92.9)
I am archiving stacks of vintage Revox A77 reel recordings to 96 khz/24 bit. I would like to make them available to anyone here and beyond for download. 1960's/70's vintage orchestral performances...W .......
25: 78 db S/N and 20,000 Hz? (5.25)
Posted by Penguin on 2004-11-06, 14:56:02 (68.34.103.91)
I would think that is not much of a technical feat for 15 or 30 ips 1/2" tape. Also in the critical frequency ranges analog tape has a lot better S/N. In addition Analog tape S/N is referenced to 0 Db .......
26: Re: Newbie question.. (5.21)
Posted by ggraff on 2003-03-22, 11:40:02 (209.240.198.63)
It depends on what type of tape machine you have and are the tapes first generation masters or just copies of LPs. I have a Revox 30 ips that I used to do my mastering with and nothing comes close to .......
27: Addendum: (5.21)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2006-04-18, 11:32:44 (152.163.101.6)
1985: Revox B225 CDP, most expensive consumer CDP at market at the time. Discs spin wildly inside the tray. Fixed by Revox twice, never did work properly. 1989: Denon DCD-920, bulletproof for 15+ year .......
28: Heck! .... (5.12)
Posted by kootenay on 2007-11-28, 08:27:02 (142.56.86.35)
If I didn’t live with it and hear it with my 2 ears I would have presumptuously made the same comment as the above poster. However, living with my Revox A-77, Dokorder and Teac X-10 for years did open .......
29: Real Simple - comparing CD players and SACD players at same price point, will show SACD clear winner (4.47)
Posted by Teresa on 2002-05-04, 00:00:29 (198.81.17.181)
but he was comparing Audiophile CD player to Sony Standard Mass Market line, while the cheap SACD will have more resolution, the Expensive CD will have more refined sound. YOU NEED TO COMPARE UNITS A .......
30: Re: The tape is probably much better than you think (4.37)
Posted by bublitchki on 2004-10-08, 07:15:02 (68.161.86.253)
Yes, you and the other member who commented on this certainly may have somethiing. The vast majority of tapes I play on the ReVox (a well-maintained and sparingly-used late Dolby B model), however, do .......
31: Comparing a Hi-Res disc to a master recording (4.36)
Posted by SWG on 2004-10-22, 09:18:46 (157.189.2.109)
For me this is the virtue of SACD. In my system, and to my ears, several of the SACDs i have which were made from analog masters sound more like high-speed analog tape reproduction than anything I've .......
32: Re: since you asked . . . . . (4.35)
Posted by cf@tiscali.se on 2005-02-04, 04:05:11 (213.134.115.130)
Sounds like you've been both pretty busy composing and having your works recorded.But don't you as a composer have anything to say regarding recording formats? If I were you I'd make sure that everyth .......
33: Thanks, tunenut and racerguy (4.20)
Posted by bublitchki on 2004-10-12, 07:03:52 (68.161.86.253)
for your sensible posts. Yes, hearing the equipment in question would seem to be a prerequisite to judging it. I'm quite happy with the SCD-1 right now. I don't have the time, funds, or in general the .......
34: I would agree, Robert... (3.94)
Posted by David W. Robinson on 2007-11-30, 16:58:03 (24.20.159.190)
Your comments are spot on, in my experience. I own a couple of turntables (Walker Audio Proscenium Black Diamond w/Magic Diamond) and a heavily updated LP-12, two reel-to-reel machines (Revox B77 Mk I .......
35: RE: sorry it was jbufka2 who made the comparison with CD (3.80)
Posted by MHugo on 2008-08-01, 01:13:25 (196.41.124.8)
Well, I've done the hard part and since bupka and the other fellow, Rich I think have set themselves up in defence of nouveau technology, I'll tell you straightforwardly that I cannot fault any of Ter .......
36: SACDs and CES (3.68)
Posted by Norm on 2002-01-12, 12:03:38 (208.21.197.49)
One thing that greatly impressed me at CES was how pervasive sacds were. Nearly every suite had sacd capability and used it extensively. Additionally, Elusive Disk and Music Direct had many new sacds. .......
37: Vinyl and HDCD are close to hi-rez (3.65)
Posted by tommyboy on 2001-06-11, 00:39:55 (172.164.169.96)
Thanks for shareing your journey in detail. I had a problem with wearing out my LP's even with an SME and Infinity Black Widow tone arm and endless tracking adjustments to an equally endless array of .......
38: Re: Some first-time listeners are not impressed by SACD because . . . (3.59)
Posted by ggraff on 2001-08-25, 02:27:47 (209.240.220.205)
Thanks for the comments, but it appears only those who really believe SACD is great have responded. I was hoping to hear from those of you (and I have seen some posts to indicate this) who were hoping .......
39: RE: Did you try listening to them with LPs? CDs are not of high enough resolution to judge any equipment by. (3.45)
Posted by jazz1 on 2008-01-01, 03:59:58 (196.35.158.180)
I do not attack your speaker choice, I know them pretty well and if you like it so be it. Like wine if you like it "drink it" I must admit that I do prefer the British type of sound as lot's of high e .......
40: Hang in there....... (3.42)
Posted by Chris Garrett on 2002-03-22, 09:55:03 (152.163.197.78)
but I agree, you've had some bad luck. Reminds me of my luck with CDPs. I bought a $1200 Revox B-225 CDP (Swiss designed/German built) back in the summer of '85. At the time it was he most expensive .......
41: Vinyl vs SACD (3.21)
Posted by TGR on 2005-04-04, 09:39:17 (206.107.232.3)
I don't know how others feel, but I HATED vinyl when it was the main medium of choice-crappy pressings, short playing times, tricky set up, fragility of the medium itself. I cannot tell you how many b .......
42: Euphonics - Further Thoughts for Michael Fremer (2.83)
Posted by Fitzcaraldo215 on 2010-01-25, 10:09:00 (76.124.101.117)
Michael, you said: “I read about a blind demo Bob Ludwig did with a group of sound pros with many years experience. They listened to high resolution digital via a mike feed (I believe DSD) and then vi .......
43: Ric both Sound Ideas and Direct to Tape did real time duplicated 2 Track 15 IPS 20 years ago (2.52)
Posted by Teresa on 2007-11-27, 01:08:52 (75.14.210.21)
And 30 years ago Sonar, Ambisonic did real time duplicated 2 Track 15 IPS. And Mark Levinson at 2 Track 30 IPS. The Sound Ideas, Direct to Tape, Sonar, Ambisonic and Mark Levinson were available in ma .......
44: State-of-the-art Red Book PCM better than SACD? (1.94)
Posted by David W. Robinson on 2000-12-03, 10:53:47 (24.176.31.212)
Kazu sez: "Believe or not, at least (or only?) in Japan, there seems to be many high end users who still believe that the best CD player such as the Accuphase 100/101, dCS Elgar/Purcell or Linn CD12 s .......
45: 15 ips tapes . . . now that's a business model! (1.85)
Posted by Bruce from DC on 2006-05-08, 06:51:42 (207.91.86.2)
I guess one can't argue on matters of taste and, to be honest, I've never felt inclinded to do this formatA vs. formatB comparison stuff. But I have a hell of a lot more than you invested in vinyl pla .......
Found 2 records in Films/DVD Asylum.
1: "There was another Hi Fi moment"... (8.75)
Posted by Steve O on 2011-06-05, 18:44:59 (99.97.7.16)
...How about Revox (I think) tape machines in Kevin Bacon's lounge? .......
2: Willi Studer Jr. pleads for a reel to reel revival (8.75)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-03, 07:59:27 (66.74.72.231)
Victor, Hmmm... Dressed in black, a couple of empty bottles, art, framed photo of third wife and a Revox in the background, slightly dishelleved, arms extended dramatically, intense bemused expression .......
Found 3 records in Headphone Heights.
1: RE: Akai (4.56)
Posted by John Elison on 2020-04-07, 23:11:38 (192.181.133.141)
Nakamichi made one that turned the cassette over, too. I never owned it. I bought two Dragons instead. The Dragon was absolutely topnotch. It came so close to sounding like my Revox A77 that I switche .......
2: RE: Sorry about that... (4.56)
Posted by John Elison on 2019-10-17, 10:48:32 (192.180.236.80)
Hi Ed, My FiiO FH7 earphones arrived today and they sound great right out of the box. Perhaps they'll improve with break-in, but I'm perfectly happy with their sound quality right now. They sound slig .......
3: RE: A Tale of 10 Cans (2.92)
Posted by stp on 2022-05-20, 16:17:02 (76.90.49.85)
(Update another year later, May 2022) Hi all, It was a busy year, working from home and on the road, and I continued trying out in-ear and over-ear headphones, and, guess what: I have new over-ear .......
Found 17 records in Inmate Central.
1: So tell me.. You boys are right. the Revox IS the ultimate r2r!! I can't believe how guys in Vintage kill themselves (12.46)
Posted by Godfather on 2003-11-22, 07:08:44 (66.156.231.85)
trying to fix all those sh*tbox Jap decks like Pioneer/Akai/TEAC/Sushi when they shoulda' bought the real thing- Revox or Crown!!! Ciao, Godfather .......
2: I agree. That Revox is a keeper I still have the original A77 model...nt (12.46)
Posted by millen on 2003-11-21, 22:09:12 (24.71.223.142)
. .......
3: don't you think a ReVox would be invisible to a 2023-era car vandal? (8.83)
Posted by mhardy6647 on 2023-01-12, 04:26:45 (71.192.138.56)
Now a Studer -- that would be different. ;) .......
4: But wait! There's more... (8.75)
Posted by Brian Walsh on 2009-08-16, 16:05:39 (64.81.137.157)
A few weeks ago I picked up a ReVox A77 tape deck at a garage sale "cheep"! A buddy who subscribes to the Tape Project and has a couple of decks himself came over today to check out my find and do a l .......
5: Re: Equipment/speakers that you’ve owned and wish you never got rid of it... (8.64)
Posted by fathom7 on 2003-11-21, 14:23:45 (67.107.18.187)
Easy for me: My beloved mirror-imaged Dahlquist DQ-10s. I'm also including my ReVox A77 but now I have another (my third) this one WITH dolby B built in. Sometimes you can go home again. F7 ::: TOPIC: .......
6: RE: Dave Pogue has left the Asylum...RIP Dave (7.90)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2024-04-17, 13:22:58 (156.146.38.148)
That's too bad. I knew he was quite old. Complained about his Revox A77 bursting into flames. I'll power up mine and play a tape for him. .......
7: He-he... I still have... (7.83)
Posted by Victor Khomenko on 2023-01-11, 15:25:17 (73.188.78.240)
...the electronic cassette, used to send signal into your car tape player. :) I have thought about mounting a reel-to-reel, probably a Revox, in a car, but decided against it out of fear of theft. : .......
8: Drove these with 2 Dyna 70 amps (7.73)
Posted by LWR on 2005-12-19, 16:54:51 (198.144.206.5)
bridged by a friend. Revox reel to reel, 10 inch 71/2 IPS was a major source as well as a Elac Miracord TT with god knows what cartridge on it, had that sitting in box full of sand. Pre-amp was either .......
9: RE: And speaking philosophically, on the subject of mancaves... (6.49)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2022-06-16, 12:36:01 (47.188.188.128)
Hahaha! That's funny. I'm down to ONE, count 'em, one, tape deck. A Revox A77 MkIV. And four microphones: Two Schoeps and two Altecs. It'd be great to have a nice Ampex ATR-102, but I really don't nee .......
10: I don’t know what this thing does?... (6.48)
Posted by millen on 2004-12-24, 12:50:54 (24.71.223.140)
But I do have 1 or 2 vintage equipment lying around that haven’t been used lately. Like the old Quad 405 and 33 pre-amp, Tandberg cassette deck, the Revox A-77 RtoR and the Acoustat 1+1 speakers. Thou .......
11: RE: No... used to be a brunette (6.04)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2022-08-17, 08:22:14 (47.188.188.128)
My wife is a natural blonde. Saves a fortune in hair dye. A woman she used to work with once asked her what hair coloring she uses, 'cause it looks nice and natural. LOL! Anyway... She had a hard time .......
12: Prices (6.00)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2022-09-26, 13:05:29 (47.188.188.128)
"Other Proteins are going to skyrocket in price, too" ALL prices are skyrocketing. This happens on a regular basis. It's part of "the progress". Remember when hamburger was 99 cents a pound? Remember .......
13: RE: Yesterday's car (5.98)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2022-03-23, 03:13:07 (47.188.188.111)
Ha! I had a couple of land yachts back in the day. '65 Chevrolet Bel Air, '68 Ford LTD, and a '73 Chevrolet Impala which had been a police detective car (huge engine). 'Course, I never paid more than .......
14: RE: Curious spending question (5.93)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2016-05-05, 08:45:12 (173.74.199.80)
My ReVox A77 tape deck cost more than the car I was driving at the time (a used '68 or so Chevrolet Bel Air which I bought for about $300 - this was in 1977). Ditto for my Schoeps dual-pattern condens .......
15: RE: My arms collection (5.43)
Posted by tomservo on 2023-04-01, 06:30:53 (174.131.166.128)
NICE, 6 tape decks, looks like a Nagra on the desk and maybe a Revox on the right. Your right about horns, once you get rid of the warts and make them flat and uncolored they can be unbeatable. We ma .......
16: Re: Antennas (5.13)
Posted by millen on 2003-09-24, 18:31:50 (24.71.223.142)
Timbo you just answered most of your questions why I’m avoiding installing an outdoor antenna on top of my roof top. Like you said we have a severe weather conditions here especially in Calgary area d .......
17: RE: The one you left out... (4.53)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2021-06-08, 04:13:58 (47.188.188.111)
I have to disagree with you on that. It's largely a fallacy that "students are saddled with student debt", designed to push a political agenda to socialize college costs and promote "free" college. Co .......
Found 142 records in Inmate Systems.
1: thz - Revox (5.50)
Posted by thz on 2001-01-28, 06:25:00 (212.181.178.137)
Moniker: thz System Name: Revox System Rev Date: 2001/01/28/06:25 System Rev IP: 212.181.178.137 Amp: Revox B 750 Preamp: None Speakers: Jamo CDP: Kendo Table: Denon Other Sources: Revox B 77 Revox A .......
2: Steerpike - Original (5.50)
Posted by Steerpike on 2008-02-02, 05:22:54 (196.35.158.181)
Moniker: Steerpike System Name: Original Amp: ReVox B250 Preamp: Intgrated Speakers: Fisher CDP: Studer D740 ReVox B226 Table: ReVox B795 Garrard 301 + Grace 640 Other Sources: ReVox PR99, B710, B260 .......
3: michael22 - sonic heaven (5.40)
Posted by michael22 on 2008-03-07, 16:46:06 (98.65.214.48)
Moniker: michael22 System Name: sonic heaven Amp: Luxman R-1040 receiver ($15) Preamp: integrated Speakers: JBL 4311b ($30) CDP: Pioneer CD recorder Table: Tannoy/Seiki turntable w/Shure V-15 RS ($15) .......
4: shaman - shaman1 (3.70)
Posted by shaman on 2002-05-06, 02:56:20 (62.72.34.13)
Moniker: shaman System Name: shaman1 Amp: Promitheus 300b monos Preamp: Promitheus TVC Speakers: klipschorns CDP: Marantz cd63 Burson buffer Table: Lenco Leviathan/Terminator arm/Decca Blue Cole phono .......
5: javed - Javed Shakoor (3.21)
Posted by javed on 2007-02-09, 20:37:43 (115.186.76.169)
Moniker: javed System Name: Javed Shakoor Amp: Phase Linear PL400, 400 w/ch into 4 ohms Preamp: Luxman CL35II, valves Speakers: KEF 104.2 Reference, Sensitivity 92db CDP: Revox B226 Marantz PMD321 Tab .......
6: ThermionicAllure - Main (3.20)
Posted by ThermionicAllure on 2009-01-07, 18:22:25 (108.34.246.171)
Moniker: ThermionicAllure System Name: Main Amp: Fisher X-202-b, Scott 399, Sherwood S8000 Preamp: none Speakers: AR3a, Celestion SL600, Rogers LS3/5a, KEF 103.2 CDP: Arcam CD73 Table: Thorens TD224/G .......
7: hammertop@msn.com - The Beast (2.93)
Posted by hammertop@msn.com on 2007-09-03, 07:27:39 (74.220.0.33)
Moniker: hammertop@msn.com System Name: The Beast Amp: VRD ST (45 watt KT88s, Holland BBs 12ax,au7s Yamaha P2200 Marantz 2230 Preamp: Carver C19 Tube Hybird (4-6DJ8s amprex Holland bugle boys) Marantz .......
8: Henk - Henk (2.89)
Posted by Henk on 2000-04-11, 06:54:00 (217.136.107.215)
Moniker: Henk System Name: Henk System Rev Date: 2002/04/01/15:17 System Rev IP: 217.136.107.215 Amp: 47 labs gaincard (25W) Preamp: Sphinkx Project 2 MkII, Mitchell Delphini Speakers: B&W 801 S2 matr .......
9: Roi de Myphi - Old Guy Audio - Tahoe (2.71)
Posted by Roi de Myphi on 2002-01-18, 19:46:24 (65.45.240.65)
Moniker: Roi de Myphi System Name: Old Guy Audio - Tahoe System Rev Date: 2002/11/13/20:15 System Rev IP: 65.45.240.65 Amp: Marantz Model 18 Preamp: None Speakers: Tannoy Lancasters CDP: None. Table: .......
10: erato2@sympatico.ca's Linn (2.61)
Posted by erato2@sympatico.ca on 2001-11-17, 08:01:46 (65.93.229.130)
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11: kublakhan - Counterpoint Based (2.34)
Posted by kublakhan on 2001-08-04, 15:22:05 (222.155.132.81)
Moniker: kublakhan System Name: Counterpoint Based Amp: Counterpoint NP220 (2x)- two stereo amps, fully upgraded, low sensitivity Preamp: Counterpoint SA-11 (Basic mod plus extras) Speakers: Waveform .......
12: vernon30515@yahoo.com - umm... (2.34)
Posted by vernon30515@yahoo.com on 2009-08-18, 14:08:53 (166.102.93.147)
Moniker: vernon30515@yahoo.com System Name: umm... Amp: Fisher 800c, modded Eico ST70 Preamp: none Speakers: Klipsch Cornwalls, Heresies w/ sub, Dynaco A25, Realistic Delta 12's, EV Marquis CDP: none .......
13: cjspu - 1 - MAIN (2.27)
Posted by cjspu on 2016-02-15, 06:49:00 (155.89.28.52)
Moniker: cjspu System Name: 1 - MAIN Amp: CONRAD JOHNSON PREMIER 12 amp monoblocks Preamp: CONRAD JOHNSON PREMIER 14 PREAMPLIFIER Speakers: 2 Way Granite DIY speakers with Seas excel 8" and Seas .......
14: jajo - LTS(r) (2.23)
Posted by jajo on 2001-10-12, 17:56:50 (192.36.182.243)
Moniker: jajo System Name: LTS(r) Amp: Audio Innovation 300 Preamp: None Speakers: SandMark Audio EC CDP: Sony XB-940 modified with LCaudio ZAPfilter and LClock XO 2 Precision Reference Clock http:// .......
15: nathan winthrop - flavor of the week (2.20)
Posted by nathan winthrop on 2002-07-07, 01:12:51 (67.167.122.169)
Moniker: nathan winthrop System Name: flavor of the week System Rev Date: 2004/04/29/22:35 System Rev IP: 67.167.122.169 Amp: ROTEL POWER AMPLIFER RB-850 SANSUI TU-999 TUNER Preamp: ROTEL PREAMPLIFIER .......
16: stuartypoorty - Stuartypoortys sonics (2.17)
Posted by stuartypoorty on 2007-05-21, 13:15:17 (92.5.124.201)
Moniker: stuartypoorty System Name: Stuartypoortys sonics Amp: LFD NCSE Preamp: Speakers: Sonus Faber Electa Amator II CDP: No need for one Table: Pink Triangle Anniversary Custom Other Sources: Mag .......
17: wallyw26 - 70's and 80's throwback! (2.12)
Posted by wallyw26 on 2001-06-05, 17:32:00 (147.136.249.254)
Moniker: wallyw26 System Name: 70's and 80's throwback! System Rev Date: 2001/06/05/17:32 System Rev IP: 147.136.249.254 Amp: McIntosh 2100 105wpc Preamp: McIntosh MX113 AM/FM PreAmplifier, replaced a .......
18: ericball - Nov 2009 (2.09)
Posted by ericball on 2009-11-21, 00:30:37 (203.97.115.4)
Moniker: ericball System Name: Nov 2009 Amp: Technics SU-810 Class A Preamp: None Speakers: B&W DM4 Sennheiser HD590 CDP: Technics SL-PG320A Table: Garrard 401, Martin Bastin MAXPLANK Plinth Shure .......
19: el_jefe - el_jefe's system (2.08)
Posted by el_jefe on 2014-07-10, 07:53:22 (24.102.84.134)
Moniker: el_jefe System Name: el_jefe's system Amp: Conrad Johnson Premier Eleven A Preamp: deHavilland Ultraverve Speakers: ProAc 1sc CDP: Oppo BDP-83 Table: B&O Beogram 1700 Other Sources: Mac M .......
20: ljb1 - Living Room (2.01)
Posted by ljb1 on 2011-04-07, 10:54:38 (208.25.196.126)
Moniker: ljb1 System Name: Living Room Amp: Technics SU7300 Preamp: APT/Holman Preamplifier Speakers: Original Large Advent CDP: Technics whatever... 5-CD changer Table: Technics SL-1310 w/Shure M97xE .......
21: boojum's Home (2.01)
Posted by boojum on 2015-04-26, 13:28:38 (71.8.177.52)
boojum 's Home System
IP Address: 71.8.177.52
Last Update: April 26, 2015 at 13:28:38
Amplifier: Hafler dh-500 mono-bridged x2 Hafler xl-280 mono-bridged x2
Preamplifier (or None if Int .......
22: alc777 - Main (1.99)
Posted by alc777 on 2012-10-06, 01:41:55 (59.115.100.131)
Moniker: alc777 System Name: Main Amp: Pass Aleph 1.2 pair Preamp: Mark Levinson No. 26S Speakers: McIntosh XRT-26 CDP: Dedicated computer/HDD .wav files playback Table: VPI-TNTV, Kenwood L-07D, Luxma .......
23: kert23's Home System (1.97)
Posted by kert23 on 2023-04-02, 16:33:12 (79.120.253.84)
kert23 's Home System System
IP Address: 79.120.253.84
Last Update: April 02, 2023 at 16:33:12
Amplifier: Audion Silver Night
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): Camridge Audio Alva .......
24: reeltorock - The Apartment (1.96)
Posted by reeltorock on 2008-02-10, 14:56:39 (99.224.251.151)
Moniker: reeltorock System Name: The Apartment Amp: Musical Fidelity A300 Preamp: None Speakers: Tannoy DC3000, circa 1989 CDP: Pioneer Elite PD-65 Table: Pro-Ject RPM 5 Stock, with Dynavector 10X5 ca .......
25: kootenay - Vintage View (1.95)
Posted by kootenay on 2007-10-16, 20:59:48 (68.145.133.7)
Moniker: kootenay System Name: Vintage View Amp: Krell Evolution 402 400w/c @ 8ohms, 800w/c @ 4ohms and 1600w/c @ 2ohms Power consumption Standby: 260 W Idle: 390 W Maximum: 3800 W Preamp: Krell Evol .......
26: kintyre695 - Blue Plate Special (1.94)
Posted by kintyre695 on 2007-02-16, 10:51:39 (173.34.77.27)
Moniker: kintyre695 System Name: Blue Plate Special Amp: Fisher TA-500 mono, Sherwood S8000, Quad II Preamp: Audible Illusions Mod. 3, Quad QCII, Speakers: Jensen Imperial reproducer single, Spendor .......
27: Roi de Myphi - Old Guy Audio - Office System (1.94)
Posted by Roi de Myphi on 2001-12-15, 13:05:12 (65.45.240.106)
Moniker: Roi de Myphi System Name: Old Guy Audio - Office System System Rev Date: 2002/07/22/18:47 System Rev IP: 65.45.240.106 Amp: McIntosh 2505 (This is the first solid state power amplifier from M .......
28: topoxforddoc - Charlie's System (1.91)
Posted by topoxforddoc on 2005-03-05, 13:05:00 (109.152.203.164)
Moniker: topoxforddoc System Name: Charlie's System Amp: TRON Voyager Preamp: TRON Meteor TRON Seven Reference Phono Speakers: Avantgarde Duo CDP: Meridian 206B Table: Platine Verdier with Hadccock 22 .......
29: hugo.judice@tiscali.be - hi fi (1.89)
Posted by hugo.judice@tiscali.be on 2004-05-16, 05:23:31 (62.235.155.196)
Moniker: hugo.judice@tiscali.be System Name: hi fi System Rev Date: 2004/05/16/05:24 System Rev IP: 62.235.155.196 Amp: classe audio cam 350 Preamp: audio research LS 5 Speakers: bw nautilus 800 CDP: .......
30: TGR - Main System (1.88)
Posted by TGR on 2007-09-05, 22:27:07 (73.223.126.3)
Moniker: TGR System Name: Main System Amp: Classe 5300 5 channel amp Preamp: NAD T187 Speakers: Wilson Sabrinas Magnepan CCR, Martin Logan Descent, Martin Logan rears CDP: Marantz SACD/CD Ruby Table: .......
31: thorbs's Thorbs Main (1.87)
Posted by thorbs on 2008-05-27, 09:03:58 (63.123.82.75)
thorbs 's Thorbs Main System
IP Address: 63.123.82.75
Last Update: May 27, 2008 at 09:03:58
Amplifier: Manley Stingray Integrated
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): none
Speakers: .......
32: Skylab - Vintage Rig (1.87)
Posted by Skylab on 2012-02-04, 16:07:43 (73.44.185.117)
Moniker: Skylab System Name: Vintage Rig Amp: Pioneer SX-1980 receiver (completely recapped/rebuilt) Preamp: None Speakers: Pioneer DSS-9 CDP: Pioneer N-50 Network Audio Player Table: Denon DP-59L/Dyn .......
33: hakancez - Hakancez's System (1.84)
Posted by hakancez on 2008-02-10, 15:09:06 (88.246.174.81)
Moniker: hakancez System Name: Hakancez's System Amp: J.C.Verdier Triode Spirit 2A3 Exposure Model VIII (2x for bi-ampling) Preamp: Audio Analogue Bellini Speakers: Triangle Cométe Es CDP: Arcam Alpha .......
34: tonescout - OLDsCRAP BUT.......... (1.83)
Posted by tonescout on 2001-09-03, 10:40:57 (194.117.133.118)
Moniker: tonescout System Name: OLDsCRAP BUT.......... System Rev Date: 2001/09/11/11:44 System Rev IP: 194.117.133.118 Amp: Naim110 Preamp: naim 42 Speakers: Hedlund horns CDP: none Table: diy turnt .......
35: mhardy6647's hifi lair (1.83)
Posted by mhardy6647 on 2020-08-01, 11:40:28 (71.192.138.56)
mhardy6647 's hifi lair System
IP Address: 71.192.138.56
Last Update: August 01, 2020 at 11:40:28
Amplifier: SE2A3 (JE/Angela Labs 'simple 2A3' built by "Redboy" with some modif .......
36: zabaltegi - Music (1.82)
Posted by zabaltegi on 2003-12-25, 08:28:36 (79.50.36.165)
Moniker: zabaltegi System Name: Music Amp: Audio tekne IT2 QUAD II LEAK TL12 PLUS Preamp: Audio Tekne IT1 Audio Research SP10 Jean Hiraga Le Pre Audio Note M7 Line COUNTERPOINT SA-3 CROFT SUPERMICRO .......
37: Drumhead - Music Room (1.80)
Posted by Drumhead on 2010-02-17, 06:57:47 (174.218.133.33)
Moniker: Drumhead System Name: Music Room Amp: Alesis RA500 Pro-sound Amp Replaced fuse with Critical link. Times two bridged mono. Preamp: None Speakers: Magnepan MMG Grado sr125 cans CDP: Oppo 203 C .......
38: Jaimo's Stereo Listening (1.79)
Posted by Jaimo on 2010-05-15, 12:05:50 (99.228.159.231)
Jaimo 's Stereo Listening System
IP Address: 99.228.159.231
Last Update: May 15, 2010 at 12:05:50
Amplifier: Bryston 4BST
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): Audio Research SP8
Spe .......
39: Plush - monitor (1.78)
Posted by Plush on 2001-01-19, 10:17:00 (12.249.171.69)
Moniker: Plush System Name: monitor System Rev Date: 2003/02/27/10:57 System Rev IP: 12.249.171.69 Amp: Revox Preamp: Studer 089--Solti-Mahler console Speakers: various--Quad ESL-63, various Genelec, .......
40: JDL-N - Andante (1.78)
Posted by JDL-N on 2001-07-20, 13:42:00 (193.248.226.10)
Moniker: JDL-N System Name: Andante Amp: ArtAudio Jota (SET KR300BXLS) Preamp: ArtAudio Conductor Signature Speakers: Strad-Audio Ada+ CDP: Audio Aero Prestige SACD Player reference SE Table: Linn LP1 .......
41: j rodney - Main (1.77)
Posted by j rodney on 2004-07-19, 11:15:35 (98.218.15.126)
Moniker: j rodney System Name: Main Amp: DIY 45 single ended headphone amps, Magnequest iron; Modified and rebuilt Pilot SA-232; David Berning EA-230; Superphon SA-120 Preamp: Marchand XM6; E80CC Para .......
42: DaveInVA - My Audio and Video Systems (1.75)
Posted by DaveInVA on 2001-06-28, 15:44:00 (70.110.122.219)
Moniker: DaveInVA System Name: My Audio and Video Systems System Rev Date: 2006/10/18/13:52 System Rev IP: 70.110.122.219 Amp: Velleman K4040 tube amp (for ESL's), Carver TFM55x (for subs) Preamp: Aud .......
43: leonardo - Tube Technology (1.74)
Posted by leonardo on 2001-04-24, 05:24:00 (195.121.147.206)
Moniker: leonardo System Name: Tube Technology System Rev Date: 2001/04/24/05:24 System Rev IP: 195.121.147.206 Amp: Synergy PPS, integrated, serial no. 001 Preamp: Integrated Speakers: Martin Logan C .......
44: Johann Muller - Primary System (1.73)
Posted by Johann Muller on 2007-10-26, 22:45:49 (41.177.26.198)
Moniker: Johann Muller System Name: Primary System Amp: DiyHifi Supply Ella, Point to point model, upgraded with KT88s, choke, nice capacitors and old style resitors Preamp: None Speakers: Mission M34 .......
45: Papa Hemi's dining room (1.72)
Posted by Papa Hemi on 2011-02-18, 19:56:09 (219.88.177.155)
Papa Hemi
's dining room System
IP Address: 219.88.177.155
Last Update: February 18, 2011 at 19:56:09
Amplifier: Rait 60-60 AR A-04 Fountain AF2550
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): .......
46: r17 - music for 10 square meters (1.71)
Posted by r17 on 2016-09-24, 11:52:14 (79.234.223.215)
Moniker: r17 System Name: music for 10 square meters Amp: classdaudio 4 channel,bridged for 2X 600 watts Preamp: Abacus Tortuga clone LDR passive Speakers: ML Vantage CDP: CEC belt driven Table: EMT 9 .......
47: Cafe Jeff - Living Room (1.71)
Posted by Cafe Jeff on 2002-02-20, 11:00:18 (204.50.126.8)
Moniker: Cafe Jeff System Name: Living Room System Rev Date: 2002/06/12/05:40 System Rev IP: 204.50.126.8 Amp: Unmodded (though serviced) Leak Stereo 20 or two Leak TL12+s when the Stereo 20 is in the .......
48: trekpilot5.2 - Money pit :-) (1.69)
Posted by trekpilot5.2 on 2014-12-25, 09:06:35 (72.128.83.181)
Moniker: trekpilot5.2 System Name: Money pit :-) Amp: Audio Research VT100MkIII Preamp: Audio Research LS 25 MKII Upgraded coupling caps,stealth diodes, critical resistors Speakers: Dunlavy Cantata CD .......
49: HoosierAudio - Home (1.69)
Posted by HoosierAudio on 2005-12-31, 11:16:17 (75.81.242.116)
Moniker: HoosierAudio System Name: Home Amp: Audio Research EC-21 X-over, D79B on Top,D200 on Subs Preamp: Audio Research SP-10 Speakers: Dahlquist DQ-10a over RH Labs Subs CDP: Rotel RCD-971 Table: O .......
50: reverendclark - A (1.67)
Posted by reverendclark on 2001-01-21, 20:18:00 (68.3.234.19)
Moniker: reverendclark System Name: A System Rev Date: 2006/05/18/22:11 System Rev IP: 68.3.234.19 Amp: Innersound I-Tube PPP KT88 Stereo Executone 6550 PP Mono Preamp: de Havilland Mercury 2 Line Sta .......
51: HakanCezayirli's Hakan Cez System (1.66)
Posted by HakanCezayirli on 2008-10-15, 03:57:59 (81.215.239.200)
HakanCezayirli 's Hakan Cez System System
IP Address: 81.215.239.200
Last Update: October 15, 2008 at 03:57:59
Amplifier: J.C.Verdier Triode Spirit 2A3 (3w)
Preamplifier (or None if Int .......
52: mhardy6647 - High Efficiency/SE Vacuum Tube (1.64)
Posted by mhardy6647 on 2000-04-05, 08:11:00 (71.192.138.56)
Moniker: mhardy6647 System Name: High Efficiency/SE Vacuum Tube Amp: DIY JE Labs/Angela 'Simple 2A3' stereo power amplifier (slightly modified) Preamp: DIY implementation of Pete Millett's low-voltage .......
53: suttlaw - suttlaw (1.63)
Posted by suttlaw on 2002-06-10, 19:14:03 (74.141.233.141)
Moniker: suttlaw System Name: suttlaw Amp: C.A.T. JL-2 tube power amp Preamp: C.A.T. SL-1 Signature III preamp Speakers: Wilson Watt Puppy 5.1 CDP: Sony SCD-777 Table: Manley Steelhead phono preamp VP .......
54: f1eng - Music Room (1.62)
Posted by f1eng on 2011-01-23, 07:44:03 (86.160.136.196)
Moniker: f1eng System Name: Music Room Amp: Devialet 800 Preamp: None Speakers: Goldmund Epilog 1&2 Tune Audio Anima CDP: Goldmund Mimesis 36+ Meridian Control 15 Table: Goldmund Reference turntab .......
55: gray0607's No Name Special (1.60)
Posted by gray0607 on 2009-08-17, 20:44:47 (76.204.18.79)
gray0607 's No Name Special System
IP Address: 76.204.18.79
Last Update: August 17, 2009 at 20:44:47
Amplifier: DBX BX 3
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): DBX CX 3
Speakers: Inf .......
56: flutharm - Audio Research/Magnepan (1.60)
Posted by flutharm on 2001-08-26, 09:47:32 (68.10.47.128)
Moniker: flutharm System Name: Audio Research/Magnepan System Rev Date: 2006/08/12/12:38 System Rev IP: 68.10.47.128 Amp: Audio Research D160 Preamp: Audio Research LS2 Mk II Speakers: Magnepan MG3.6/ .......
57: neriks - Audio & Video System (1.58)
Posted by neriks on 2002-08-21, 23:57:52 (193.41.214.137)
Moniker: neriks System Name: Audio & Video System System Rev Date: 2002/12/26/13:15 System Rev IP: 193.41.214.137 Amp: Mark Levinson No.336 Mark Levinson No.331 Rotel RB-991 Rotel RB-985 Preamp: Harmo .......
58: mehrdadb_gd - Pleasent Time Travel , ( PTT) (1.58)
Posted by mehrdadb_gd on 2012-05-07, 04:31:38 (188.34.19.52)
Moniker: mehrdadb_gd System Name: Pleasent Time Travel , ( PTT) Amp: ASR Emitter I Exclusive Version Blue WBT Post & Gold Board Preamp: - Speakers: B&W 802 & Mission 765i + Onkyo D-102 ACM .......
59: mpw's Small room systems (1.56)
Posted by mpw on 2009-10-25, 14:21:44 (74.183.239.15)
mpw 's Small room systems System
IP Address: 74.183.239.15
Last Update: October 25, 2009 at 14:21:44
Amplifier: CJ Premier 11 CJ MV-45, Various Vintage recievers: Pioneer,Scott,Sony and H .......
60: rotovator - Despacho / work room (1.56)
Posted by rotovator on 2007-02-15, 05:04:57 (79.108.154.108)
Moniker: rotovator System Name: Despacho / work room Amp: Yamaha AX-530 found in the garbage(2 channel) Preamp: None Speakers: ATC SCM 7 & Music Son Monitor-200 (near field monitors) Subwoofer Mus .......
61: denden11 - TAKE 5 (1.56)
Posted by denden11 on 2001-07-03, 08:07:00 (69.212.126.54)
Moniker: denden11 System Name: TAKE 5 Amp: Krell KSA-250 with Kimber Palladian. Preamp: BAT VK 50SE with Kimber Palladian. Speakers: Martin Logan Prodigy with Descent sub. CDP: SONY SCD-1 with Kimber .......
62: zaphod - DeMunbrun System (1.55)
Posted by zaphod on 1999-11-18, 07:17:00 (205.188.196.54)
Moniker: zaphod System Name: DeMunbrun System System Rev Date: 2002/02/15/08:54 System Rev IP: 205.188.196.54 Amp: EXPOSURE Super XV integrated Preamp: N/A Speakers: DYNAUDIO Audience 50 CDP: Pioneer .......
63: Jaimo - Jaimo's Main System (1.55)
Posted by Jaimo on 2009-11-01, 16:32:08 (76.71.74.217)
Moniker: Jaimo System Name: Jaimo's Main System Amp: Theta KT88 Pp Dynaco ST70 Dynaco ST35 Preamp: Audio Research SP8 Speakers: Magnepan MG1.6 Yorkville Unity U215 Eminent Tech LFT3 CDP: PC Based syst .......
64: dannylw - Dan's place (1.55)
Posted by dannylw on 2002-03-13, 13:12:55 (69.174.113.12)
Moniker: dannylw System Name: Dan's place Amp: Odyssey stratos extreme mono blocks Preamp: electrocompaniet 4r/with marchand electronic crossover Speakers: Martin Logan cls2Z with genesis m12 subs/ su .......
65: McFarland's Ralph's Influence (1.54)
Posted by McFarland on 2012-02-20, 11:14:30 (129.176.151.15)
McFarland 's Ralph's Influence System
IP Address: 129.176.151.15
Last Update: February 20, 2012 at 11:14:30
Amplifier: Atma-Sphere M60 2.3
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): Atma-Sp .......
66: leondiane's Various (1.52)
Posted by leondiane on 2012-01-25, 16:06:43 (84.82.116.164)
leondiane 's Various System
IP Address: 84.82.116.164
Last Update: January 25, 2012 at 16:06:43
Amplifier: Lynn,Stage accompany, 48hz truepath x2, rotel,Harrison, chamelian, crest, classe .......
67: stereorob's MAIN RIG (1.52)
Posted by stereorob on 2011-04-11, 21:49:44 (174.61.66.2)
stereorob 's MAIN RIG System
IP Address: 174.61.66.2
Last Update: April 11, 2011 at 21:49:44
Amplifier: marantz 18 marantz 2220 marantz 2220b marantz 2225 marantz 2230 marantz 2270 marant .......
68: WOStantonCS100 - Main System (1.51)
Posted by WOStantonCS100 on 2012-01-04, 17:03:41 (96.61.173.65)
Moniker: WOStantonCS100 System Name: Main System Amp: SAE Mark IIIA Preamp: Bottlehead Foreplay III line stage (DIY) Speakers: fill-ins for whatever it is I'll get next CDP: Tascam DV-RA1000HD High De .......
69: rpwrpwrpw's audio (1.50)
Posted by rpwrpwrpw on 2010-08-06, 18:10:36 (63.167.156.10)
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IP Address: 63.167.156.10
Last Update: August 06, 2010 at 18:10:36
Amplifier: Gamut D-250 Monoblocks (mid/highs) Crown Macro Reference (bass)
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70: Stephen D - Stephen D's System II (1.48)
Posted by Stephen D on 2004-06-16, 11:58:55 (4.46.33.48)
Moniker: Stephen D System Name: Stephen D's System II System Rev Date: 2004/10/31/08:44 System Rev IP: 4.46.33.48 Amp: Harmon Kardon Citation II, complete upgrade by Jim McShane, 40+ wpc triode Preamp .......
71: TheRecordCollector - TRC's Main System (1.48)
Posted by TheRecordCollector on 2004-05-16, 21:59:55 (216.152.50.150)
Moniker: TheRecordCollector System Name: TRC's Main System System Rev Date: 2004/05/19/20:02 System Rev IP: 216.152.50.150 Amp: Marantz 8b, McIntosh MC-240, NAD 2200 Preamp: Marantz 7c, McIntosh C-22, .......
72: fathom7 - Tube Return to musicality (1.47)
Posted by fathom7 on 2003-09-29, 14:59:38 (70.181.101.154)
Moniker: fathom7 System Name: Tube Return to musicality Amp: Jolida 302B (tubes rolled in: Svet EL34s; Mullard CV4024's; Siemens E81CCs triple mica blacks Have Vintage NOS JJ Tesla Blues as well for f .......
73: goblin141 - The collection (1.47)
Posted by goblin141 on 2005-11-25, 08:17:22 (70.211.66.86)
Moniker: goblin141 System Name: The collection Amp: 1.Hafler XL 280 SS Amp 2. Wyred4Sound 200S Preamp: YS Audio Symphonies +R Speakers: Norman Labs Model 7 Infinity 2000A CDP: Adcom Revox 225 Table: .......
74: Ben445 - living room (1.44)
Posted by Ben445 on 2004-10-29, 07:49:49 (69.225.129.190)
Moniker: Ben445 System Name: living room System Rev Date: 2005/11/26/16:43 System Rev IP: 69.225.129.190 Amp: Krell kav-300i Preamp: none Speakers: Spendor FL10 CDP: Sony NS999ES SACD Table: Red Rose .......
75: f1eng's Main (1.44)
Posted by f1eng on 2011-09-02, 08:31:52 (86.186.159.170)
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IP Address: 86.186.159.170
Last Update: September 02, 2011 at 08:31:52
Amplifier: Goldmund Mimesis 29.4
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76: karo's Meridian DSP 6000 (1.43)
Posted by karo on 2002-03-17, 03:05:39 (143.97.2.35)
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77: FmrNYkr's Le System Bob (1.42)
Posted by FmrNYkr on 2012-02-16, 20:11:38 (69.107.109.66)
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Last Update: February 16, 2012 at 20:11:38
Amplifier: Stratos Mono Extremes; Kenwood L09M's; Parasound HCA 1201A; Outlaw M2200s
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78: musiclvr - living room (1.42)
Posted by musiclvr on 2007-07-20, 22:04:14 (24.143.165.180)
Moniker: musiclvr System Name: living room Amp: Symphonic Line RG4 MKIII monoblocks Preamp: Sonic Frontiers SFLP2 Speakers: KEF 201/2. Maestro XL sub woofer. Apogee Diva's waiting for a bigger space. .......
79: redscouser - Mersey-beat (1.41)
Posted by redscouser on 2006-04-05, 14:09:55 (82.35.218.52)
Moniker: redscouser System Name: Mersey-beat System Rev Date: 2006/04/19/12:42 System Rev IP: 82.35.218.52 Amp: Dartzell NHB-108 Preamp: Dartzell NHB-18NS Speakers: B&W 805N CDP: dCS Verdi La Scala Sa .......
80: Zot - Carfrae! (1.41)
Posted by Zot on 2004-05-05, 13:14:40 (148.177.129.210)
Moniker: Zot System Name: Carfrae! Amp: Cary 300b SE + Powerbank (horns)or Croft Series III Otl for quads Preamp: Music First Passive Magnetic + Whest Audio PS.20 + MSU.20 (dual MC version) phono sta .......
81: scott_w - the rig (1.40)
Posted by scott_w on 2001-03-10, 12:08:00 (69.131.30.14)
Moniker: scott_w System Name: the rig System Rev Date: 2006/09/24/08:24 System Rev IP: 69.131.30.14 Amp: Audio Research VT100 MKIII Preamp: Audio Research LS-25 MKII Speakers: Dunlavy Cantata CDP: Rev .......
82: popatubeaphobia - Jersyville soundroom (1.39)
Posted by popatubeaphobia on 2002-11-26, 17:03:38 (205.188.208.165)
Moniker: popatubeaphobia System Name: Jersyville soundroom System Rev Date: 2003/04/04/15:35 System Rev IP: 205.188.208.165 Amp: Antique Soundlab 1006,ASL 1009, Kr audio 18bsi,Dyna st-70,MFA 120s,acou .......
83: Vasilis - Triode System (1.37)
Posted by Vasilis on 2001-04-12, 07:06:00 (212.251.11.155)
Moniker: Vasilis System Name: Triode System System Rev Date: 2002/05/27/23:02 System Rev IP: 212.251.11.155 Amp: Triode Single Ended power amp with passive volume control. GE211 tubes. Home made. Brit .......
84: bernardD - Brinkmann SS and KORA valves (1.37)
Posted by bernardD on 2001-03-11, 18:34:00 (195.93.34.11)
Moniker: bernardD System Name: Brinkmann SS and KORA valves System Rev Date: 2002/11/02/15:29 System Rev IP: 195.93.34.11 Amp: Brinkmann monos and KORA Galaxy Preamp: Brinkmann pre and Tom Evans Vibe .......
85: MarkgM - Happy Happy Joy Joy (1.37)
Posted by MarkgM on 2002-11-03, 10:37:21 (64.223.104.213)
Moniker: MarkgM System Name: Happy Happy Joy Joy Amp: Swapping around for the moment Preamp: Same Speakers: Fuselier "Basic Eights". CDP: Lite-On DD A500GX Table: Dual 506 Other Sources: Re .......
86: MikeD@NZ - hiding in my study (1.37)
Posted by MikeD@NZ on 2007-08-25, 01:26:28 (210.246.12.226)
Moniker: MikeD@NZ System Name: hiding in my study Amp: technics su-3400 Preamp: none Speakers: audio pro on heavy steel custom stands. AKG and sennheiser headphones. yamaha sub sw315. CDP: computor T .......
87: marc-homeslice - Getting there.. (1.36)
Posted by marc-homeslice on 2004-04-24, 01:36:01 (69.141.147.126)
Moniker: marc-homeslice System Name: Getting there.. Amp: VAC PHI 200. Preamp: Backert Labs Rhumba Extreme 1.3 Speakers: ACT SCM19 v. 2 w/Townshend ribbon Supertweeters, Omega Max Hemp Cube Subwoofer .......
88: arrowpointsnorth's The Poor Boy (1.35)
Posted by arrowpointsnorth on 2003-09-05, 21:50:47 (198.81.26.73)
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89: Old Snow Man's Old Reliable (1.34)
Posted by Old Snow Man on 2004-02-19, 09:49:48 (152.163.252.103)
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90: ggraff@webtv.net - Greg Stereo (1.30)
Posted by ggraff@webtv.net on 2002-02-02, 18:48:59 (209.240.222.130)
Moniker: ggraff@webtv.net System Name: Greg Stereo System Rev Date: 2002/02/02/18:50 System Rev IP: 209.240.222.130 Amp: Jeff Rowland Model 5 (updated) Preamp: Jeff Rowland Concentra Speakers: WATTs ( .......
91: pm22822's PM22822's Tubaphilia (1.29)
Posted by pm22822 on 2001-08-15, 16:49:04 (216.40.135.230)
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92: macster - Macster's Main System (1.29)
Posted by macster on 2001-07-22, 09:44:00 (72.199.24.250)
Moniker: macster System Name: Macster's Main System Amp: CJ MF2500A Preamp: Conrad Johson PV5 with all NOS tubes (supplied by Kevin Deal) Speakers: Vandersteen 3A Signatures CDP: <----- It'll be a .......
93: klausesser - klausesser´s systems (1.28)
Posted by klausesser on 2003-11-13, 13:57:30 (62.143.46.44)
Moniker: klausesser System Name: klausesser´s systems System Rev Date: 2005/04/19/07:22 System Rev IP: 62.143.46.44 Amp: AudioResearch D76A , HarmanKardon Citation19, PWM Stereo Poweramp from H.Reith´ .......
94: uwe's - (1.27)
Posted by uwe on 2005-09-23, 06:15:10 (81.244.169.57)
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95: garygsmith - Main (1.26)
Posted by garygsmith on 2008-12-20, 22:37:38 (24.70.95.205)
Moniker: garygsmith System Name: Main Amp: Denon 5800 Mcintosh MC2500 Acoustat TNT 200 Sunfire Stereo 300 Preamp: Denon 5800 Speakers: Acoustat Spectra 6600 Acoustat 1+1's Energy XL 18 subwoofer Stax .......
96: tubejack's Current Main System (1.26)
Posted by tubejack on 2009-09-28, 14:30:49 (24.242.31.230)
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IP Address: 24.242.31.230
Last Update: September 28, 2009 at 14:30:49
Amplifier: DIY DRD 300B, Electraprint iron, TJ Meshplates DIY 2A3 MQ ES025 iro .......
97: Skylab - Main System (1.25)
Posted by Skylab on 2004-09-03, 08:31:29 (73.246.150.138)
Moniker: Skylab System Name: Main System Amp: Sunfire Signature II power amp -- 600wpc into 8 ohms steady, MEGAWATTS peak. Has the gas, trust me. Preamp: Cary SLP-05 with NOS Sylvania 6SN7WGT's; ModWr .......
98: NEarchie - Built for Life! (1.25)
Posted by NEarchie on 2004-12-17, 17:42:33 (64.223.101.25)
Moniker: NEarchie System Name: Built for Life! System Rev Date: 2004/12/18/04:22 System Rev IP: 64.223.101.25 Amp: Two Belles One amps; one stereo amp per channel; Magnepan passive X-over built into a .......
99: NoFX-PunK's NoFX-PunK's Retro and Nuvo System (1.24)
Posted by NoFX-PunK on 2002-04-11, 17:22:15 (68.58.43.245)
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100: Useridchallenged - Transcription (1.23)
Posted by Useridchallenged on 2004-12-27, 13:16:59 (64.172.35.220)
Moniker: Useridchallenged System Name: Transcription System Rev Date: 2004/12/27/13:23 System Rev IP: 64.172.35.220 Amp: Threshold SA-1 with balanced E-line upgrade Preamp: Boulder 1010 (RIAA); Millen .......
101: vinyl-lebt - One tt is not enough ! (1.23)
Posted by vinyl-lebt on 2002-03-20, 16:07:20 (212.38.25.31)
Moniker: vinyl-lebt System Name: One tt is not enough ! Amp: Rogers E-20a (4x KT-66 [original 6L6], 18 w/ch) Preamp: None Speakers: Spendor BBC LS 3/5a monitors CDP: None Table: Thorens TD 124/II with .......
102: Fall out of the Window's Bumblehawk (1.23)
Posted by Fall out of the Window on 2006-04-23, 03:55:10 (71.234.185.171)
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103: electric snowman - The Electric Snowman (1.22)
Posted by electric snowman on 2001-02-27, 10:24:00 (136.8.152.13)
Moniker: electric snowman System Name: The Electric Snowman System Rev Date: 2004/09/29/06:35 System Rev IP: 136.8.152.13 Amp: Audion Sterling ETSE/EL34 triode.- about to be replaced by Integrated Spu .......
104: serus - The most coherent system on Earth! (1.21)
Posted by serus on 2003-04-13, 14:26:12 (66.81.127.45)
Moniker: serus System Name: The most coherent system on Earth! System Rev Date: 2005/02/08/17:07 System Rev IP: 66.81.127.45 Amp: Prototype solid-state push-pull amp, based on my previous single-ended .......
105: Graham L's Graham's System (1.20)
Posted by Graham L on 2021-08-14, 07:22:21 (92.6.54.36)
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IP Address: 92.6.54.36
Last Update: August 14, 2021 at 07:22:21
Amplifier: Border Patrol SE300b ( max 8 watts per channel) but speakers so sensitive tha .......
106: niklasthedolphin's Grand Trustworthyness (1.19)
Posted by niklasthedolphin on 2010-11-29, 06:59:08 (85.81.241.8)
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IP Address: 85.81.241.8
Last Update: November 29, 2010 at 06:59:08
Amplifier: 2 x OVC 48A - 48W real class A PP tube mono power amps
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107: famaraca's Planars Nyrvana (1.19)
Posted by famaraca on 2001-10-14, 08:52:01 (200.168.86.116)
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108: arover's meditation (1.19)
Posted by arover on 2002-03-31, 11:18:40 (208.248.194.14)
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109: k600r@verizon.net's Vintage Goodness (1.17)
Posted by k600r@verizon.net on 2022-12-31, 07:09:52 (96.252.87.135)
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IP Address: 96.252.87.135
Last Update: December 31, 2022 at 07:09:52
Amplifier: Krell KSA150, Quicksilver Mid Monos, Classe CA100, Moscode 300 .......
110: onegroove - Loosened Straight-Jacket (1.16)
Posted by onegroove on 2007-11-17, 14:37:48 (83.46.250.19)
Moniker: onegroove System Name: Loosened Straight-Jacket Amp: Townshend dual monos (UK solid state 85W per channel):- Rogers/Audionote E40a valve amp, (40W class A per channel):- Krell 350 Mc's monos .......
111: Dr. Allan M. Hunchuk - The Theodor W. Adorno Memorial Atonal Stereo Kit (1.15)
Posted by Dr. Allan M. Hunchuk on 2000-12-02, 11:26:00 (208.22.103.78)
Moniker: Dr. Allan M. Hunchuk System Name: The Theodor W. Adorno Memorial Atonal Stereo Kit System Rev Date: 2000/12/02/11:26 System Rev IP: 208.22.103.78 Amp: Zen amplifier by Decware Preamp: Referen .......
112: Soulific's My "road to nowhere" (1.14)
Posted by Soulific on 2002-11-25, 04:01:56 (62.104.207.81)
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113: spankie15's My DQ-10 Setup (1.13)
Posted by spankie15 on 2004-05-21, 10:23:58 (67.126.236.195)
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114: Ink Post's Main System (1.12)
Posted by Ink Post on 2002-04-26, 16:32:43 (62.252.224.6)
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115: tito@vsnl.com - My Baby... (1.12)
Posted by tito@vsnl.com on 2004-02-08, 01:54:07 (202.177.227.39)
Moniker: tito@vsnl.com System Name: My Baby... System Rev Date: 2006/08/27/03:35 System Rev IP: 202.177.227.39 Amp: 1. R&S Pulz RS-250 power amp (65 wpc @ 8 Ohms) 2. Sony TA-AX44 integrated amplifier .......
116: KanedaK - Space Invaders (1.11)
Posted by KanedaK on 2018-08-20, 01:57:30 (94.111.40.237)
Moniker: KanedaK System Name: Space Invaders Amp: Bi-amped system: Sublime Acoustic K231 active crossover High-pass amplifier: heavily modded trends TA10.1 Low-pass amplifier: SMSL SA50 stock. Preamp: .......
117: Traddles - Main (1.10)
Posted by Traddles on 2002-10-03, 13:54:15 (93.106.0.71)
Moniker: Traddles System Name: Main Amp: Marantz Model 9 (front; 70 W/ch), Model 8 (rear; 35 W/ch) Preamp: Marantz Model 7C Speakers: Speakers: KEF 104aB (85 dB/2.83 V/1 m) CDP: Accuphase DP-77 Table: .......
118: musical@adinet.com.uy - Live stage (1.09)
Posted by musical@adinet.com.uy on 2011-06-23, 08:47:30 (179.26.21.188)
Moniker: musical@adinet.com.uy System Name: Live stage Amp: Power tube amp: McIntosh MC275 Mk IV Preamp: Shindo Aurieges, tubes line preamp with phono MM input. Speakers: Electrostatic: Martin Logan O .......
119: Allen Wright - The Working Tool (1.09)
Posted by Allen Wright on 2003-12-20, 03:58:32 (85.2.26.152)
Moniker: Allen Wright System Name: The Working Tool Amp: Vacuum State dpa300B differential tube poweramps - or whatever is currently under development Preamp: Vacuum State RTP3D differential, SVP-1 si .......
120: goblin141's Goblins bizzare (1.08)
Posted by goblin141 on 2007-03-18, 08:41:58 (71.110.32.130)
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121: Charlie Surround - Charlie surround sound (1.07)
Posted by Charlie Surround on 2017-10-29, 12:55:41 (100.36.126.54)
Moniker: Charlie Surround System Name: Charlie surround sound Amp: Arcam FMJ AVR360 Preamp: Haffler 110 (for vinyl) Speakers: two Polk LSi9, one Kipsch KV2 center, one Velodyne Optimum 12BG sub, two K .......
122: thermionic emitter - Auxiliary Home Heating Apparatus (AH-HA) (1.07)
Posted by thermionic emitter on 2006-06-08, 15:34:25 (68.0.144.224)
Moniker: thermionic emitter System Name: Auxiliary Home Heating Apparatus (AH-HA) System Rev Date: 2006/09/23/13:14 System Rev IP: 68.0.144.224 Amp: Fisher X101C and 2A3 SE homebrew JUST ADDED: MingDa .......
123: JimL - Mostly Vintage (1.07)
Posted by JimL on 2007-11-22, 18:12:24 (71.222.233.247)
Moniker: JimL System Name: Mostly Vintage Amp: Rogue Atlas, upgraded parts and PS (KT90 outputs) Belles One (subwoofer amp) Preamp: DIY modified Berman preamp (Sound Practices 13, 6P5GT instead of 76/ .......
124: Riph - Room 27a (1.04)
Posted by Riph on 2001-05-04, 06:57:00 (62.216.7.23)
Moniker: Riph System Name: Room 27a System Rev Date: 2002/09/17/09:30 System Rev IP: 62.216.7.23 Amp: Thorsten Loesch "Legacy" SET amp using 6b4g's for now..still in construction phase..differs a bit .......
125: lipshutz2@aol.com's Low frequencies from hell (1.04)
Posted by lipshutz2@aol.com on 2002-05-12, 23:23:16 (205.188.193.23)
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126: Yiangos - Yiango's system (1.01)
Posted by Yiangos on 2002-05-10, 04:40:37 (87.228.232.250)
Moniker: Yiangos System Name: Yiango's system System Rev Date: 2006/05/21/23:20 System Rev IP: 87.228.232.250 Amp: Jeff Rowland Model 8ti Preamp: Jeff Rowland Synergy ii Speakers: ProAc Response Four .......
127: Chas - Main (1.00)
Posted by Chas on 2001-01-24, 10:14:00 (99.246.18.3)
Moniker: Chas System Name: Main Amp: Triamp System. High pass: pair of Mark Levinson No. 434 monos. Or: DIY tube monoblocks with four KT120 per channel, fully balanced with zero global NFB, Plitron t .......
128: vitavoxdude's Main music system (0.99)
Posted by vitavoxdude on 2007-01-01, 01:46:59 (59.100.161.112)
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129: bublitchki - Tubey or not tubey (0.99)
Posted by bublitchki on 2003-06-14, 00:07:37 (70.23.203.54)
Moniker: bublitchki System Name: Tubey or not tubey System Rev Date: 2006/09/20/18:17 System Rev IP: 70.23.203.54 Amp: conrad-johnson premier 12 Preamp: Audio Research Reference 1 Speakers: Martin-Log .......
130: ColinR - Quad and KEF (0.95)
Posted by ColinR on 2001-10-24, 16:00:39 (217.43.23.45)
Moniker: ColinR System Name: Quad and KEF Amp: Pair Quad 606-2's, Quad 606, four Quad 405-2's, pair Quad 410-2 monoblocks, Quad 520f, Quad 520M. Pair of Crown DC 300A's from Abbey Road rebuilt to mkI .......
131: nutprof - my stuff... (0.92)
Posted by nutprof on 2008-07-03, 17:05:02 (70.48.202.86)
Moniker: nutprof System Name: my stuff... Amp: amps- hand-built, modified "Leach Low Tim III", "Audiopro 500" basic amp, several smoked Hafler and other amps..., Pioneer SA9900 int .......
132: notout - neo Machine Age (0.90)
Posted by notout on 2004-05-01, 16:48:03 (45.86.210.161)
Moniker: notout System Name: neo Machine Age Amp: Cary SLAM-100 monoblocks (modified to enable per-power-tube biasing; featuring RCA/Tung-Sol 6SU7GTYs, Sylvania JAN VT-231s; (revived) Genalex Gold Lio .......
133: Karma16 - Mother (named for my ARC D-250) (0.87)
Posted by Karma16 on 2007-01-25, 18:57:03 (65.19.26.161)
Moniker: Karma16 System Name: Mother (named for my ARC D-250) Amp: * Audio Research D-250 MK II Servo (250W/channel, all tube); the Mother of All Amps; * Mark Levinson No. 23 amp (400w/channel into th .......
134: pete em's active 1 (0.83)
Posted by pete em on 2003-07-15, 15:25:17 (195.93.33.14)
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135: zarquon - ATC (0.82)
Posted by zarquon on 2003-07-05, 01:17:04 (217.39.98.253)
Moniker: zarquon System Name: ATC System Rev Date: 2003/07/05/03:47 System Rev IP: 217.39.98.253 Amp: Power amp: ATC SPA2-150 200W/channel into 8 ohms Preamp: ATC SCA-2. Good connectivity - 8 inputs, .......
136: Jacques's La hifi de Jacques (0.81)
Posted by Jacques on 2006-09-17, 10:29:15 (81.56.144.181)
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137: highfidelity - Audio Room (0.81)
Posted by highfidelity on 2002-01-20, 01:21:41 (68.203.6.164)
Moniker: highfidelity System Name: Audio Room Amp: Parasound Halo A-23. 125 wpc into 8 ohms. Also have an Adcom GLA-535-II amp and a Yamaha CA-2010 integrated amp. Preamp: Currently using Cary SLP-98P .......
138: bruckner9 - crispy (0.80)
Posted by bruckner9 on 2003-08-14, 23:42:45 (174.81.11.43)
bruckner9 's crispy System IP Address: 174.81.11.43 Last Update: March 01, 2022 at 21:07:26 Amplifier: Schiit Ragnarok Integrated Amp Line Magnetic LM-518A Integrated Amp 2 Conrad Johnson Pr .......
139: scousepasty - The listening room. (0.78)
Posted by scousepasty on 2003-03-18, 09:40:54 (86.136.122.134)
Moniker: scousepasty System Name: The listening room. System Rev Date: 2006/08/27/15:27 System Rev IP: 86.136.122.134 Amp: 2xARC Classic 120's. 2xARC Classic 150's.Modified with Pabst motoren,Germany, .......
140: RBrezins - Main system (0.78)
Posted by RBrezins on 2001-02-12, 06:43:00 (80.126.133.223)
Moniker: RBrezins System Name: Main system System Rev Date: 2003/04/27/15:59 System Rev IP: 80.126.133.223 Amp: Pair of Quad II tube amplifiers. Tubes: Mullard GZ34 rectifier, Mullard EF86 and Harma S .......
141: xradoc's Analog Music Sysyem (0.74)
Posted by xradoc on 2002-05-05, 10:43:54 (172.142.163.56)
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142: joerosen1 - The "Asylum sez I have to give my system a name" system! (0.65)
Posted by joerosen1 on 2012-09-07, 13:04:56 (198.254.247.70)
Moniker: joerosen1 System Name: The "Asylum sez I have to give my system a name" system! Amp: Self-designed & built. Valve, All-triode 6K11/6Q11 inputs & PP 6528 O/P, Class AB self-b .......
Found 13 records in Music Lane.
1: Re: What do you use? (6.96)
Posted by clifff on 2005-04-22, 14:57:54 (81.156.254.56)
Equipment? Garrard/Shure/NAD/Quad ELS Revox/PC/Denon/B&W A lot of homebrew cabling. I'm an EE by background and a musician manque (how do you do an e-grave?). My stepson is a prof. Cellist. I LISTEN t .......
2: KUSC Los Angeles : Am I the only person,...? (6.96)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-07-16, 09:31:43 (64.149.235.124)
Mates, I'm curious to know if any listeners to KUSC (classical music, 91.5FM, Los Angeles) are hearing the voices broadcast as especially loud? The announcements and promos of future shows also seem t .......
3: Re: Recording engineers (5.90)
Posted by tj on 1999-08-26, 16:53:00 (12.73.104.54)
Having attended some live shows where the performance was being recorded for release (by local bands), many times the song was stopped, or at the end a snippet was performed again because they screwed .......
4: Mahler and Wyn Morris (5.25)
Posted by TGR on 2011-01-09, 22:25:50 (12.170.21.210)
About a year or so back I acquired the open reel tape of Morris conducting Mahler's 10th, and finally tonight got around to firing up the ReVox A77 and giving it a spin. I'm not an expert on the 10th .......
5: Met broadcasts- A National treasure ! (4.69)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-12-18, 09:04:17 (4.232.45.121)
mbmiller, In the age of the three second attention span, the bottom line obsession, and the Howard Stern commercioshock mentality, the Met broadcasts are a National treasure- one of the last signs of .......
6: Re: Gewandhaus Orchester Leipzig, Dresden Staatskapelle (4.64)
Posted by Brian Cheney on 1999-07-13, 09:20:55 (152.163.207.72)
You don't know how tense things were in Europe during the 60's. Four thousand Russian tanks and 40 divisions of troups stood by on the Czech border, ready to invade. All American citizens known to be .......
7: Format Wars - this battle was decided long ago, but..... (3.71)
Posted by TGR on 2008-05-28, 08:04:24 (72.164.147.2)
Call me a supporter of lost causes, I guess. Over the past few nights I have been listening to two recordings of Das Rheingold, partially as a little prep for the upcoming SF Opera performance, partia .......
8: Is multi-micing a crime? (3.53)
Posted by Brian Cheney on 2007-12-30, 10:04:42 (207.200.116.66)
Given comment in the thread below about 78's vs LP/CD recording techniques I'll pass on a little personal experience and information on the subject. I'm not quite sure when the first mixing board appe .......
9: one solution...issue some pirate recordings commercially... (3.41)
Posted by BillG on 2000-04-07, 11:05:19 (131.131.41.149)
except there would be hellacious (i'm sure) problems dealing w/ legal and rights issues... not to mention artist (or in the case of deceased artists, family) permission. I'd worked a little w/my frien .......
10: Simple Recording Techniques (2.36)
Posted by Dan Bridges on 1999-08-26, 18:12:30 (203.8.17.213)
Between '80-'82 I was heavily involved in classical music recording as a hobby (1-3 times a week). I used to record both local and international acts for replay on our community FM classical music/jaz .......
11: Continued decline of Classical FM in Los Angeles- KMZT gone Country, KUSC jumping on the commercial and stupidity wagon (2.29)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-03-16, 11:34:51 (70.235.120.130)
Mates, I haven't heard statstics in a while but Los Angeles I think has the largest radio market in the US- it's all those millions of man hours per day sitting in traffic! Last week or so, KMZT FM 10 .......
12: Ok,let's talk recording techniques... (1.75)
Posted by BillG on 2000-04-06, 20:50:34 (131.131.12.99)
Dave, before I begin babbling away... gotta tell you, I know the old stone "castle" at Syracuse U! Think it was my sophomore year at Eastman, was a member of Phi Mu Alpha Symphonia fraternity, and the .......
13: Why I bought a 155 CD set- and Happy Birthday Herr Bach ! (1.74)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-03-21, 12:32:42 (71.137.236.131)
Mates, As it's J.S. Bach's birthday- 257 years old but as fresh as ever, I'm celebrating by playing his music all day. Sorry to digress to audio content a moment, but a couple of days ago, I reorganis .......
Found 5 records in Classical Court.
1: RE: BIS's SACD Offerings - How Are They? (5.92)
Posted by Mel on 2020-02-20, 20:03:02 (98.14.180.171)
I'm judging principally from the Beethoven set and the Sibelius set. I find them very mediocre in SQ. I and some others think they also have an exaggerated dynamic range, so much so that they not only .......
2: Am I the only one with this response to modern BIS CDs? (5.92)
Posted by Mel on 2018-11-12, 11:17:38 (98.14.186.30)
Hi Chris, I think I'll stay where I am because BIS is the ONLY label that presents the problem and I love the dynamics of the system, often simulating the real thing. Could be that my relatively smal .......
3: RE: I like your underhanded dig at those of us who like BIS's full range recordings, and. . . (5.13)
Posted by Mel on 2019-02-17, 13:07:42 (98.14.186.30)
I am certainly not the first one on this board who has written about BIS's overbearing dynamics. I am not even the first one to do it on this little thread. Take note. BIS's overbearing dynamics just .......
4: Many of those early, simply-mic'd BIS recordings... (5.00)
Posted by krisjan on 2019-05-02, 10:27:18 (107.201.58.79)
...possess a naturally coherent sound if not the detail that they've been able to achieve using a bevy of mics in their more recent, hi-rez recordings. One of my favorite BIS releases for natural soun .......
5: RE: No argument that there are some good DSD recordings (4.69)
Posted by Mel on 2018-01-14, 08:50:57 (74.108.11.125)
The operative words here: I think, to my ears, IMO, YMMV, IMHO, etc. An "inexpensive" but fully balanced & no-opamp Chinese DAC has given me a fresh look at the capabilities of digital compared to the .......
Found 15 records in Rocky Road.
1: RE: brilliant, seminal "sensitive singer-songwriter" songs (7.56)
Posted by rwiley on 2012-01-28, 08:59:26 (98.230.109.196)
Yes it is amazing...he is still singing at a very high level..perhaps better than he did when he was young? A friend of mine came home from the 1969 Newport Folk Festival raving about this young guy " .......
2: Thats it!!!!! (7.56)
Posted by Dave G. on 2001-05-02, 09:33:32 (63.91.80.170)
It is about 12 songs, right? With a photo of a Revox reel to reel deck on the back? Any good? Dave .......
3: RE: WHO IS THE VOCALIST AGAIN? (7.19)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-08-01, 12:45:17 (68.82.53.55)
Vocalist is:" VINI CANALI" Ray When it comes to Open Reel Decks had em all...Akai, Teac, Revox, Sony, Hitachi, Tandberg..and the number one unit all around...Tandberg..for Open Reel. Nakamichi for C .......
4: RE: ITALIAN & EUROPEAN FRIENDS HELP!!!!! (6.20)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-08-01, 12:51:33 (68.82.53.55)
Almost Forgot.... Your a Mean One....Mr. Finch The Finch Who Stole Christmas... When it comes to Open Reel Decks had em all...Akai, Teac, Revox, Sony, Hitachi, Tandberg..and the number one un .......
5: RE: I agree...a keeper for sure (6.02)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-08-01, 12:48:44 (68.82.53.55)
Love the track about Elvis...Real Good Lookin Boy... Excellent tribute to The King... Ray When it comes to Open Reel Decks had em all...Akai, Teac, Revox, Sony, Hitachi, Tandberg..and the .......
6: RE: Sandy Denny Live At The BBC (5.97)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-11-17, 10:33:23 (68.82.53.55)
Hey, Huge Sandy Denny Fan, as well as Richard Thompson. I love any version of "Who Knows Where The Time Goes?" great song, both live and off studio record. I have heard several versions. Best, Ray Wh .......
7: RE: Best rock piano solo? How about Tom Waits.. (5.50)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-07-31, 14:02:07 (68.82.53.55)
How about Tom Waits work on Piano, in old days? 70's Or for a nice quick solo....speed work, Billy Joel..."Angry Young Man"...gotta admit he flies on that tune...ever watch the video, or see him Live .......
8: RE: Maybe if you got the title right. (5.21)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-07-31, 21:49:00 (68.82.53.55)
Sorry Genius....but even with your proper grammar, there was no soundtrack. So, save your sarcasm for your fellow wimps. This is supposed to be a forum of people helping people, but if you feel the ne .......
9: Yes I do, thank you (5.08)
Posted by LWR on 2013-03-08, 12:29:08 (74.38.10.246)
I first met them when Taj was teaching a girl I was dating how to play the harp. She took me to the Poppycock in Palo Alto where they were playing and introduced us. Invited them to my house after the .......
10: RE: Good luck on that one. (4.79)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-07-31, 15:51:22 (68.82.53.55)
Hello, Yes, I know the soundtrack was never released, but the music from the movie, is available. Im not looking for the soundtrack, just the particular song, "It's the Night Again" by VINI CANALI .......
11: Re: top 5 "drug records" (4.22)
Posted by fathom7 on 2004-01-13, 13:17:23 (67.107.18.187)
This ain't easy -- most of the brain cells that stored the info are long gone -- however -- the ANSWER is -- not a series of five albums -- here's the trick: 1. Find a nice comfortable semi-reclining .......
12: Sam Andrew, Guitarist for Big Brother and the Holding Company (4.14)
Posted by LWR on 2015-02-13, 19:56:31 (184.9.125.55)
Bye Sam, your work was so sweet and meaningful... =========================================== Sam Andrew, Guitarist for Big Brother and the Holding Company, Dies by Dave Lifton February 13, 2015 6:19 .......
13: First of all (3.34)
Posted by LWR on 2012-09-01, 20:38:39 (74.38.12.221)
Thanks, I wish I had written it. And yes, he was a massively productive cat. He and JD started playing in a local pizza place in Menlo Park, this was after his days with Mother McCrees Jug band with D .......
14: Ham & Star (2.83)
Posted by jack70 on 2004-01-08, 12:00:55 (68.60.223.19)
Star- I agree with J that Badfinger was hardly an "unknown" group. They were one of only a few dozen bands (in their heyday) that was recognizable by most music lovers. They sold LOTS of stuff, althou .......
15: A 'friend of mine' has this..... (2.60)
Posted by ArdRi on 2008-08-23, 19:58:26 (75.68.119.187)
it sounds superb... not a whole lot of 1970 shows around are there... An Evening with the Grateful Dead Grateful Dead and the New Riders of the Purple Sage 5/15/70 Early and Late Shows Fillmore East .......
Found 43 records in Pro Audio Asylum.
1: ReVox Microphones (9.09)
Posted by Cellist on 2006-10-26, 11:49:50 (65.244.107.206)
Anyone know who made the ReVox microphone? And is it any good? I found one going through some old stereo stuff (I used to work for ReVox in Europe), so this is unused and still packed. Any help would .......
2: Re: ReVox Microphones (9.09)
Posted by helipad201@yahoo.com on 2006-12-10, 16:13:23 (71.223.88.218)
My Grandmother used to sell Revox Recorders and microphones in Holland Back in the Day.. I know that Revox is Swedish.. Also, she just gave me a revox microphone, but doesn't have a small 3 pin connec .......
3: Revox A-77 (9.03)
Posted by danj on 2002-12-18, 20:09:23 (67.225.125.254)
I'm selling my 1/4 track Revox. Look for it on ebay until Dec. 26. .......
4: Re: ReVox Microphones (7.81)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2006-10-28, 06:39:55 (4.225.188.250)
As a former ReVox employee, you may remember that the little plastic insert "covers" for the mic inputs on the machines read "Reserved for Beyerdynamic microphone". A photo would be useful. I can tell .......
5: Re: ReVox Microphones (7.19)
Posted by Marantzguy on 2006-10-27, 11:07:20 (128.48.7.107)
Hello, Cellist: Someone else out there once posted a note in a recording forum and mentioned that ReVox branded microphones were manufactured for them by Beyer Dynamic. Have you tried using the one yo .......
6: Revox A77, B77, or other models (7.05)
Posted by Dr. Al on 2000-08-23, 19:50:19 (208.1.135.85)
Aurel, I'm a big ReVox fan. I have an A77 and simply adore it. My recordings are stellar. Better than hifi vhs, better than cassette, and, believe it or not, better than the old recordings I made on 8 .......
7: Re: Revox A-77 (6.50)
Posted by Joe on 2003-02-02, 19:27:43 (200.158.162.125)
Dear sirs I have a Revox A77 with Dolby. See what my engineer friend said about it: but your unit has Dolby and the circuit is different. You do not have the schematics for the boards 1.077.712, 1.07 .......
8: Revox/Studer mixer (6.07)
Posted by biased on 2002-11-29, 23:18:35 (63.210.214.38)
Just got my hands on a Revox/Studer 6 channel mixing board. It's a beautiful little gem, and I intend to use it with my live direct to two track recording projects (along with a Studer B67 tape deck). .......
9: reel to reel or cassette deck?? (5.97)
Posted by alfredforkel
on 2002-03-13, 14:59:49 (217.86.252.243)
Hi, sticking to the analogue medium and listening to classical music, both on vinyl and shellack, I woulkd like to have some of my records on tape. I own a vintage Alpine AL-85 deck, but I am looking .......
10: Re: Reel to reel recording VS Masterlink (5.88)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2006-03-07, 07:39:38 (4.225.191.8)
To an extent, it depends on what you want to do with the recording. If it will end up on a CD, you'll definitely be better off recording digital from the beginning. But if you're just going to maybe a .......
11: Re: ReVox Microphones (5.70)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2006-11-01, 16:29:32 (4.225.184.125)
With any luck, you have two! :) .......
12: Reel to reel recording VS Masterlink (5.02)
Posted by shpickering@yahoo.ca on 2006-03-06, 19:55:56 (216.113.204.27)
I'm having trouble deciding which to buy for recording. One is analog and one is digital. I have the chance to buy a Revox B77 1/2 track with 15 ips. This is the 1/4 inch tape version that the head re .......
13: Re: ReVox Microphones (4.93)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2006-10-26, 13:01:53 (4.225.184.231)
First, I don't know. Second, you might inquire at Beyer Dynamic. The two companies were holding hands a while back. HTH .......
14: Re: ReVox Microphones (4.64)
Posted by Cellist on 2006-10-30, 07:58:53 (65.244.107.206)
Thanks to all who responded. I believe you're correct, and it is a Beyer. In the future, I'll try and post pictures when I have such a question. It's not easy getting old :) .......
15: Re: Difficult for $500... (4.64)
Posted by Penguin on 2002-02-24, 08:06:28 (68.34.18.180)
Thanks, I was initially thinking a pair of Rode NT1s or a pair of Senheiser B3000s would fit the bill, but i will look at the EVs. I am planning to use the mikes directly with the Mike inputs on a Rev .......
16: Re: reel to reel or cassette deck?? (4.15)
Posted by HD Audio on 2002-03-14, 18:06:49 (12.250.120.234)
From your list, I would pick the Revox and Otari in that order. I've done a side by side comparison of a Nakamichi 682ZX and the Tascam 32 running at 15 ips. I preferred the sound of the Nakamichi ove .......
17: Re: Won't go 15 ips, is that a concern too? NT (3.92)
Posted by bens on 2003-10-14, 01:02:00 (69.22.230.56)
Really this depends what you want it for. Maybe you'll be lucky and it'll work fine. Not having 15ips just means its a consumer unit, 1/4 track heads--maybe that's what you want. The way things are go .......
18: Re: Open Reel Machines (3.81)
Posted by Brian Weitzel on 2000-06-29, 17:48:52 (63.31.83.57)
Hi Fi VCR better than professional grade open reel at 15 0r 30 IPS? NO WAY! I haven't played with the consumer grade stuff since the 70's. They are terrible, but they are much better than Hi Fi VCR. L .......
19: Mic/preamp suggestions needed (3.79)
Posted by Bill Way on 2003-07-19, 07:27:05 (68.161.195.80)
Having made some decent recordings ages ago, I want to get back into it, recording friends who are vocalists accompanied by piano, or chamber groups. Will start with a Revox cassette deck while I reac .......
20: audiophile Rackmount Mixer (3.79)
Posted by JayNYC on 2002-06-09, 22:02:22 (216.164.57.109)
I am looking to make great mixtapes with cross fading, etc.. My current equipment: Rega CD player Basis Turntable Citation tuner Revox cassette deck What I am looking for is a 3 channel audiophile qua .......
21: Re: Studer A810 or Ampex 351? (3.71)
Posted by wally on 2001-05-03, 12:19:35 (147.136.249.254)
Consider a Studer B-67. It's Revox sibling was the A-700. They're stable electronically and the heads stay in alignment. While the tape handling is not on the level of an A-80 (which would be the drea .......
22: DVD-A (3.70)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2006-03-07, 14:37:13 (4.225.185.34)
Well, first, you have to have a digital audio file. ;) And that means you'd have to take your Revox B77 tape and digitize it. Did I mention earlier the idea of recording digital from the beginning? (O .......
23: Need help... (3.68)
Posted by millen on 2004-03-12, 08:19:11 (142.56.2.11)
I have a Revox A-77 reel to reel I think it is the mark I version that I would like to upgrade the input and output RCA connectors to a better ones. I find that with the existing ones most of my inter .......
24: Re: Recommendations...mix to reel to reel, or stay digital? (3.64)
Posted by jackson on 2001-04-21, 13:47:16 (198.63.30.17)
I love two track,just got a Telefunken Magnetophon 97.Tube reel to reel.Look on EBAY.There are open reel units galore there going for some good prices. Personally,I like to stay analog until the last .......
25: Henry Rollins..VHS tapes (3.62)
Posted by Joost Riphagen on 2000-08-20, 04:18:34 (130.115.254.13)
..are you shure he was not reffering to ADAT (uses S-VHS tapes)???.. that is very digital. I have to admit..VCR's give pretty decent sound (good enough for radio..I don't know about compression in you .......
26: Re: so is the fatso a better....??? (3.60)
Posted by Roland on 2002-06-01, 20:44:06 (213.122.152.191)
Unless you are Bob Clearmountain I would forget tape, get the Fatso, save yourself loads of bucks. Tape is expensive, and unless you are a very experienced engineer, you won't get any benefits from it .......
27: Re: "Line Level" and M-Audio...help! (3.57)
Posted by Inmate51 on 2005-12-30, 15:08:07 (4.226.3.51)
Are you CERTAIN that the clipping is occurring at the input to the unit, and not somewhere else in the chain (including playback)? How have you verified this? I have an M-Audio Audiophile 192 card in .......
28: Re: dbx decoding with software? (3.56)
Posted by Dman on 2001-10-26, 22:46:53 (206.186.115.225)
I too have many DBX tapes from my 'analog studio years' and found a DBX 224 X noise reduction unit for cheap (under $100Can.). I don't think any software makers out there have a software package for t .......
29: Re: STUDER-NAGRA-EMT-ETC... (3.41)
Posted by SSL Tech on 2002-05-15, 05:00:28 (205.188.198.177)
Bonjour, Ca va? You didn't mention whether the Studer A80 was ¼" or ½"... -I know that the A810 was only ever ¼", but the A80 could be either. How much would you ask for either the A710 or the B710? I .......
30: Two lovely old Studers in need of a GOOD home... (3.40)
Posted by giles on 2005-08-24, 17:17:11 (82.26.70.212)
Ex BBC Studer Revox A810 1/4 inch tape recorder in switch-on running order. This machine is being sold on a sold-as-seen basis. I would prefer it if you were able to have the unit picked up or pick it .......
31: Can I make a good live recording of our band using..more (3.30)
Posted by mg16 on 2001-08-20, 14:11:16 (63.67.120.229)
A Revox b77 reel to reel, and 2 mics? I only want to capture what the audience is hearing by placing 2 mics facing each side of the stage, back by the audience, as we play. We did a studio demo, which .......
32: Oh, those dokorders..... (3.25)
Posted by David on 2001-03-28, 22:48:34 (15.255.208.35)
Hi Vince, I used to work on those old babies back in the 70s, along with lots of other tape decks. Those Dokorders were really quite sensitive (along with Tandbergs) to getting everything exactly righ .......
33: Re: Amateur Recording in Home (3.21)
Posted by Dman on 2001-10-07, 02:15:42 (206.186.115.155)
I'd seriously consider using HD recording with a computer system. I know the guys at Stereophile have been getting slammed for reviewing High res. sound cards, but when used properly, with decent soft .......
34: Recommendations...mix to reel to reel, or stay digital? (3.12)
Posted by Phild on 2001-04-18, 17:04:17 (152.163.207.47)
Hi, We were thinking about getting some sort of a mastering deck, instead of using our computer. We have two adats and a Spirit digital board. We were thinking about mixing down to a reel to reel at 1 .......
35: Looking for a simple but excellent sound card (3.11)
Posted by Barry Rogoff on 2005-04-18, 17:53:09 (24.147.74.95)
I need a simple PCI sound card that does really excellent A/D and D/A from a single set of RCA phono inputs and outputs. That's all it needs to do. I know there's no such thing any more, but the less .......
36: Alesis Masterlink improvement & problem (3.05)
Posted by lucky today on 2005-12-04, 01:30:15 (217.125.230.227)
Recently I got a used masterlink. I had to upgrade the hdd and I decided also to change it's cdrw. I put one Yamaha CRD-F1 (with low jitter) I had waiting for the occasion. The sound improved a lot: m .......
37: Re: Ampex ATR-700 (3.05)
Posted by SSL Tech on 2002-09-18, 08:19:45 (66.192.104.1)
My understanding is that the true difference between 2-track and stereo is the ability to switch channel states independently... for example, to record one one whilst playing on the other. What I thin .......
38: *** Unknown UK RADIO MIC *** - dates back to 1980s (3.00)
Posted by julianvegas on 2003-02-11, 03:26:41 (212.189.1.166)
Hello inmates, I'm trying to find the make and model of a radio mic used by pretty much all TV channels in the UK. Its a handhold vocal type model, long rectangular case (comes in silver and black, bu .......
39: Keyboard Preamp? (2.78)
Posted by Loquitur on 2001-02-12, 11:47:20 (63.254.21.91)
Hi Inmates! Apologies if I'm not in the right forum. I recently acquired an Ensoniq SDP-1 "sampled digital piano" which I play through either my hifi system (electrostats and tubes), or thru a Stax he .......
40: Re: Some units have a decoupling electrolytic cap on the +48 volts (2.72)
Posted by Marantzguy on 2006-03-01, 16:04:14 (128.48.10.90)
Hi, Ray: The decision to replace the original Beyer mic trannies with the Jensens in the Ampex MX-10 was based on the recommendation of another recording person I knew years ago and this guy happened .......
41: Studer vs. Ampex (2.61)
Posted by John on 2003-04-10, 08:47:45 (12.159.248.178)
I'm in the market for a pro grade 1/4" 1/2 track analog open reel recorder for use in my home stereo. I already own a Revox E36 consumer unit and I'm kind of a sucker for older hifi equipment (especia .......
42: Re: STUDER-NAGRA-EMT-ETC... (2.47)
Posted by stereophone on 2002-05-13, 12:44:17 (80.14.244.89)
STEREOPHONE 82 Rue Leon Jouhaux 69003 LYON – France – Tel : (33) 04 72 61 95 78 Fax : (33) 04 78 60 29 83 Stephan.aguilar@free.fr 04/24/2002. USED BROADCAST EQUIPMENTS FOR SALE STUDER : A810 : 2 track .......
43: Re: Ampex ATR-700 (stereo/2trk) (1.99)
Posted by SSL Tech on 2002-09-20, 06:28:01 (66.192.104.1)
I'm not clear that I fully understand which format you originally recorded on, so here's all the configurations that I can think of: If your original recordings were quarter-track (as opposed to 4-tra .......
Found 6 records in Propeller Head Plaza.
1: Yes. I have (5.90)
Posted by clifff on 2006-10-16, 15:34:15 (86.131.96.246)
a collection of recordings I made with a crossed pair of condenser mics feeding a Revox 1/2track A77 recorder at 15"/sec. All done over 30 years ago in local churches, etc. They are still stunning in .......
2: RE: Ditto on CD players.. (5.90)
Posted by gymwear5@hotmail.com on 2009-04-23, 11:33:48 (65.218.140.58)
Back in the 80's - early days of CD, I held back from my tendency to be an early adopter but did lot's of listening blind, quasi blind (you don't know which is playing but you know it is switched) and .......
3: Of course it was not done blind! (5.21)
Posted by KlausR. on 2006-04-08, 01:47:10 (83.84.177.139)
But what does that change? He was presenting his observations, using CDs where has had made the recording himself, done the master tape himself, done the digital master himself. Which means that he us .......
4: RE: Evolving: Yes; Improving: Questionable (4.62)
Posted by robert young on 2009-03-17, 12:13:02 (207.88.135.146)
1) One can rap on the Teres I own (a massive 340) and hear very little. You can't do that with a suspended system. Of course one makes trade-offs in the move from theory to the reality of a product, s .......
5: All of these items have made noticeable differences, plus another two,.. (3.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-06-15, 08:58:07 (67.49.41.254)
Dr. Philosophy, 1. Power cords: Yes, my only I replaced the stock power cord on a Cambridge Audio 640C CD player with an Audioquest NRG-2 and was not expecting the degree of improvement all through- .......
6: Ah, that tells me a lot (2.62)
Posted by E-Stat on 2008-10-03, 15:42:01 (206.255.204.18)
J. Gordon Holt claimed in print that the ABX box was sonically invisible to his ears. You're absolutely correct. Let's look at the context: "I could not detect any sonic degradation whatsoever when .......
Found 142 records in Radio Road.
1: Re: ReVox A-76 vs. ReVox B760 ??? (7.75)
Posted by PaulN on 2006-01-23, 11:47:07 (71.39.131.247)
there is an Accuphase T-100 on ebay right now. It is probably going to cost you more than the Revox and will require shipping charges. But it is also likely to be the last tuner you buy once you have .......
2: Re: Revox A-76 Tuner (7.75)
Posted by freder on 2006-10-31, 13:41:53 (82.173.108.33)
did a mod of a revox which works out very good. All the revox tuners loose a lot of detail and quality on all the extra bells and knobs a.s.o. Make the signal path as short as needed and wanted but wi .......
3: Re: Revox B760 in need of a clean. (7.51)
Posted by michael w on 2006-07-20, 18:14:18 (219.89.26.193)
Thanks. The only other snag was when the B760 was first turned on, after about five minutes a wisp of pungent white smoke emerged from the vents ! Turns out a suppression cap on the mains input went A .......
4: Revox B760 vs. Audiolab 8000T (7.34)
Posted by Vinylly on 2006-01-18, 08:52:08 (209.247.222.95)
I've located these two tuners and am considering one or the other. The owner is asking $700.00 for the Audiolab while the owner of the Revox is asking $800.00. Is anyone here familier with these two t .......
5: RE: Need Revox Tuner Help (7.28)
Posted by Marantzguy on 2011-03-29, 10:54:49 (128.48.9.89)
Hi, denden11: Regarding your ReVox tuner: I strongly suggest that you contact ReVox and if possible, also obtain service data for your tuner. There is a strong chance that ReVox may have used incandes .......
6: Re: Revox B760 vs. Audiolab 8000T (6.82)
Posted by PaulN on 2006-01-19, 14:54:41 (71.39.131.247)
now why would you go and spend that kind of money on either when you can find an Accuphase on ebay for 2-300 less? The Audiolab is about 20 years newer, but they were prone to bulb burnout. It was, ho .......
7: Re: Revox tuners (6.73)
Posted by Frank Waller on 2005-02-06, 06:16:42 (81.86.68.49)
A chum had this pretty, (as I recall, first generation simple analogue) A76 tuner and we played it in my system. It had a pleasant warm/muddy sound and did not leave a lasting impression. Both my chum .......
8: RE: Needs Revox B760 tuning and signal meters (6.62)
Posted by audio_d on 2009-08-08, 01:29:20 (222.155.163.200)
The B760 is a classic. Repairs should be with original parts not something cobbled together. Replacement meters aren't stupidly priced, 62EUR ea. from Revox, Germany. Angelika Seitz is the person to c .......
9: Re: Parts for ReVox B760 tuner (6.59)
Posted by porziob@aol.com on 2006-01-21, 11:41:20 (205.188.116.66)
Why not start with the obvious? Get in touch with Revox. .......
10: Here's something to try for Revox B760 parts (6.57)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-07-22, 11:26:12 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTO: My office system in 2006 trying out three vintage tuners. A Revox B160 (1988) is on the middle shelf right side. The other tuners are McIntosh MR67 and MR77. legarem, For the Revox B760 mete .......
11: Re: Revox B760 vs. Audiolab 8000T (6.52)
Posted by sleeper on 2006-01-18, 22:03:42 (68.190.81.251)
Assuming that each is operating within spec and that you have a good antenna in place, it is unlikely that you will hear any real differences between them when tuned to a decent FM signal. But, IMHO, .......
12: ReVox A-76 vs. ReVox B760 ??? (6.46)
Posted by Vinylly on 2006-01-21, 15:48:33 (209.247.222.93)
Well, I had a chance to audition the ReVox A-76 in my home. I also brought along an Akai AT-VO4, which has a pretty good writeup in the tuner information website. Problem is, that website doesn't say .......
13: Revox B160 tuner manual (6.33)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-02-15, 08:16:51 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTO: My office system in 2005 chaos when trying three vintage tuners. The Revox B160 is the middle shelf on the right, next to the McIntosh MR77. konan, I've had a Revox B160 tuner for about 6 y .......
14: ReVox B 260-S (6.26)
Posted by Billextreme on 2004-12-29, 06:19:19 (81.208.74.177)
Hello all, Is there anyone that now anything about this tuner, ReVox B 260-S... I would appreciate all info there is to have about this special tuner. Regards .......
15: Are Revox tuners any good? (6.08)
Posted by Baranyi on 2005-02-02, 09:50:03 (68.22.202.176)
Are Revox Tuners any good? Which are the one's to get? Bob .......
16: Parts for ReVox B760 tuner (6.07)
Posted by Exorcist on 2006-01-21, 10:17:46 (203.218.214.213)
hi, I'm looking for the Signal meter for the ReVox B760 tuner. Anyone knows where I can order the part? Thanks. .......
17: revox b 261 (6.06)
Posted by rcavictor on 2004-07-22, 21:56:38 (4.27.30.212)
I recently acquired Revox B 261 Tuner but have no knolwedge about the machine. I would appreciate it if someone could send me a copy of instruction manual. Thanks, rcavictor .......
18: Revox A-76 Tuner (6.00)
Posted by Cellist on 2006-10-31, 07:41:40 (65.244.107.206)
I've gotten my old ReVox tuner out of the cellar and want to start using it again. Is anyone aware of any companies that can "mod" it or at least give it a tune-up? In it's day, it was a great little .......
19: just bought the Revox B 160 tuner (5.91)
Posted by konan on 2010-02-15, 00:42:21 (118.33.114.167)
Hi there, I've just bought the Revox B160 tuner but I couldn't find the manual on the Web neither instruction nor service So is there anybody who can help me use the tuner more pleasingly? E-mail will .......
20: Re: Revox B760 in need of a clean. (5.73)
Posted by michael w on 2006-07-19, 20:39:44 (219.89.17.196)
Thanks Richard. I hate Nextel coatings too. A friend once had one of the original Escort Passport radadr detectors which was also covered in the stuff. I made the mistake of picking it up and the thin .......
21: Needs Revox B760 tuning and signal meters (5.71)
Posted by legarem on 2009-07-22, 04:38:51 (66.131.211.6)
I need these parts or something which has about near this size: 40 mm x 20 mm viewable size Revox parts distributor ask non sense price for these parts, Thanks .......
22: Re: Revox B760 in need of a clean. (5.66)
Posted by Marantzguy on 2006-07-19, 13:46:01 (128.48.7.161)
Hi, michael w: My personal opinion is that Nextel is a dreadful substance. I own a pair of B&W mini monitors from the early nineties which came with that sprayed-on garbage. They are also sticky! Unfo .......
23: Reception (5.59)
Posted by No signal on 2012-02-28, 12:41:32 (109.213.28.234)
Hi, My revox b760 is connected via coaxial cabe to an antenna on my roof. Signal strength on the local channels is very strong according to the meters on the revox. However i don't pick up half of the .......
24: converting revox from 220 to 120 volts (5.55)
Posted by harold1 on 2009-02-22, 07:07:06 (75.40.19.229)
I'm looking at a Revox tuner which has 220 volts. It doesn't have the volt dial on the back to convert it to 120. Are there any internal jumpers to reset converting it to 120. .......
25: Need Revox Tuner Help (5.50)
Posted by denden11 on 2011-03-29, 07:53:12 (76.226.168.199)
I have a Revox B261 tuner that has not been used for years. I recently fired it up and it performs perfectly except for the display lighting. The lights behind channel info are working but the lights .......
26: RE: Revox B160 tuner manual (5.48)
Posted by konan on 2010-02-15, 21:47:44 (118.33.114.167)
Hi Bambi I found a Revox B 160 service manual on the Web but it only has German part omitting the English part so I couldn't read it I wonder if the copy on the German Ebay provides the English part T .......
27: Re: ReVox A-76 vs. ReVox B760 ??? (5.45)
Posted by Vinylly on 2006-01-23, 11:15:43 (209.247.222.88)
I just may end up getting the A-76. It is very reasonably priced. All the shop has to do is put in a new dial light, which presently is out and an antenna adapter for the new cable plug-in's. Even tho .......
28: Re: ReVox A-76 vs. ReVox B760 ??? (5.43)
Posted by Brian Levy on 2006-01-22, 05:33:34 (72.136.100.173)
The A-76 was the matching design for the A-77 r2r decks and was a nice tuner. Also, there is a matching amp and the trio makes for a good though not flashy looking system. As for the alter products, t .......
29: Re: ReVox A-76 vs. ReVox B760 ??? (5.42)
Posted by msjanket on 2006-02-02, 14:54:05 (65.172.152.144)
My A-76 sounds mighty good and although it was tested for sensitivity, etc by a very good tech, and he said it tested pretty modestly, this unit sounds very, very good...can't figure this one out, but .......
30: This effect happens in my office as well (5.40)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-08-12, 09:27:03 (76.172.194.64)
PHOTO: Former office setup when I was auditioning three tuners: Revox B160, Mcintosh MR77 and McIntosh MR67. The grey unit at the upper left is a Peavey VMP-2 tube micropohne preamp stereo5, My cu .......
31: Revox B760, B160, and B260 (5.37)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-12-16, 07:41:19 (76.166.157.254)
PHOTO: Office system, 2005, trying out three tuners: McIntosh MR67, MR77 and lower right, Revox B160 Harold, When I was settling on vintage tuners in 2004-5, the Revox B760 was among my first choic .......
32: Re: Revox tuner- left channel on holiday- repair ? (5.30)
Posted by porziob@aol.com on 2005-12-25, 19:23:36 (64.12.116.7)
Who said it had low hrs., the seller? 88 to 06 would probably need alignment even with "low hours". The dead channel makes service & alignment a fait accompli. Bite the bullet & the Revox could keep y .......
33: I have a mind to start a reverse pledge drive (4.99)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-05-22, 10:57:34 (76.172.194.64)
jtkarma, Yes, I was alternately listening and yelling at the Revox B160- poor thing, not it's fault- a beautifully made Swiss machine with seven power supplies straining to detect, select, and amplify .......
34: Re: Revox B760 tuner - antenna questions + mods (4.90)
Posted by rob.verhoog on 2004-11-10, 07:06:29 (213.84.90.117)
hello, I have modified my Revox B760 extensively. From rewiring, putting in decent RCA entries, putting in new capacitors in powersupply, in audio-stage to new opamps (BB opa627) and damping teh thing .......
35: Revox tuner- left channel on holiday- repair ? (4.84)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-12-25, 10:45:44 (4.232.42.48)
Mates, I've had a bad audio week. First, my Yamaha S90 synthesizer keybioard developed a key that stuck down and the entire keyboard had to be replaced, a day later I discovered the foam surround on a .......
36: Re: Revox B-160 Tuner: output too high with Audio Research SP8 and D-130 (4.84)
Posted by sleeper on 2005-05-23, 23:29:27 (68.190.81.251)
I had the same problem with my ARC SP-9 and solved it by installing Rothwell attenuators between the SP-9 and the power amps. If the tuner is your only source with excessively high output, you could i .......
37: Update: Revox B-160 is not the problem! (4.79)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-12-31, 11:08:56 (4.232.42.16)
Mates, As I suspected the Revox B-160 to be in very good nick, I did more experiments to isolate the problem with the left channel not sounding. I'm still not absolutely certain what's going on, but i .......
38: McIntosh MR-71 (4.68)
Posted by David B. Levinson on 2004-06-29, 10:13:53 (63.193.145.160)
My previous tuner were a Magnum Dynalab FT-101 and Revox B-261. Today I have a beautiful Mac MR-71 with the coupling capacitors upgraded to Jupiter Beeswax, all tube are original if you can believe th .......
39: RE: Revox B760, B160, and B260 (4.67)
Posted by Steerpike on 2008-12-16, 13:19:13 (196.35.158.182)
I've got a B260 - which I bought new when they came out - and will never part with. Too wonderful and so many features - even to excess. 60 station memories - each with its own individual audio level .......
40: Revox B760 tuner - antenna questions + mods (4.66)
Posted by Frank on 2004-08-29, 00:24:04 (68.49.38.80)
Hi, I'm dusting off my old Revox B760 tuner, and need some help in setting it up for optimal performance. Antenna: I live about 30 mls outside of DC, which is where most of the stations I listen to ar .......
41: Re: Revox B760 tuner - antenna questions + mods (4.59)
Posted by drlindgren on 2004-11-30, 02:49:58 (80.175.244.195)
Rob, *{Power supply problems}* What you have done to your Revox B760 is of great interest to me. I have an old B760 which worked beautifully (except for a couple of blown bulbs and the meters) until r .......
42: Re: Revox B-160 Tuner: output too high with Audio Research SP8 and D-130 (4.56)
Posted by Brian Levy on 2005-06-09, 14:49:41 (216.94.28.170)
Not sure why the D115 or MC240 would not be suitale amps; anyway, does the D130 have input level controls? If yes, simply turn them down. Since both your input sources are fairly low as to the volume .......
43: tandy will sel you the Europena adaptor for the 75ohm input (4.52)
Posted by Timbo in Oz on 2004-08-29, 03:40:54 (203.24.160.4)
use Coax ifyou're gonna get a proper antenna. With the Revox I'd guess that its RF performance is adequate for where you are. It does have wide and narrow options? It might need an alignment, also it .......
44: Why not just.... (4.48)
Posted by doodlebug on 2005-05-23, 10:22:00 (156.153.254.41)
pad down the Revox? It will require you to place a couple of resistor into the audio chain. I'd suggest the best place to do it is right at the RCA outputs (or is this a DIN connector on the Revox?). .......
45: Re: Revox A-76 Tuner (4.39)
Posted by Cellist on 2006-11-06, 06:36:15 (65.244.107.206)
Thanks, I'll try your suggestions. .......
46: Re: Revox B-160 Tuner: output too high with Audio Research SP8 and D-130 (4.17)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-09, 17:49:27 (70.93.131.209)
Brian Levy, The reason I'm using the D-130 is that the Rvox is in my office system system and the D-115 goes with the SP-10 at home. I don't mind running the all-tube SP-8, but I'd rather not have all .......
47: Revox B-160 Tuner: output too high with Audio Research SP8 and D-130 (4.15)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-23, 08:32:59 (70.93.131.209)
Mates, A couple of months ago, I got myself into trouble by buying a Revox B-160 tuner. This was not expensive- $265, but it was so good, I bought a Godar Model 2 antenna, revived my Audio Research SP .......
48: Re: Revox A-76 Tuner (4.12)
Posted by Cellist on 2006-11-01, 04:32:15 (65.244.107.206)
Thnaks, but I'm no techie. Any suggestions where I could send it? I'm in So. New Jersey. Fritz .......
49: Re: Generally, yes. (4.01)
Posted by Baranyi on 2005-02-03, 12:20:00 (68.22.202.176)
Has anyone heard the Revox A-76 from the early 70's? Unfortunately, fmtunerinfo.com had this on the ondeck circle with no review. .......
50: revox b760 vs Audiolab T-8000 repairs (3.97)
Posted by Harold on 2008-12-11, 07:50:19 (75.40.19.229)
I'm looking into buying one of these tuners. Is it easy to get either one of these units repaired if need be. .......
51: RE: BIC Beam box FM10-any of you guys use it? Do (3.97)
Posted by wjcorbin on 2010-04-21, 10:31:37 (198.175.154.213)
I use it, it is essentially a tuneable dipole with directionality controls. For that it works quite well. It is not a multi-element yagi so it will not perform like one, though just looking at it you .......
52: RE: Revox B760, B160, and B260 (3.96)
Posted by harold1 on 2009-01-15, 08:37:56 (75.40.19.229)
Does the B160 & 260 have a headphone jack?. I was considering getting one for my office. thanks. .......
53: Re: Thanks For The Tip: (3.88)
Posted by Vinylly on 2006-01-20, 07:27:41 (209.247.222.84)
Looks like I'll be scratching Audiolab off the list. Infact.... .......
54: RE: converting revox from 220 to 120 volts (3.82)
Posted by harold1 on 2009-02-24, 07:34:36 (75.40.19.229)
I was looking at a B-160 tuner on ebay (now gone). It had a fixed power cord and 220V was stamped on the chassis. .......
55: Re: Revox A-76 Tuner (3.82)
Posted by freder on 2006-10-31, 13:48:50 (82.173.108.33)
Although the A-76 where you are talking about is the one with normal buttons and therefore much easier to modify.Start in the powersupply first .......
56: Here's a crazy idea for Revox B760 meters and B760 vs. B160 (3.82)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-07-23, 08:36:18 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTOS: TOP> My previous tuner 1990 to 2005, a 1965 McIntosh MX110 tube tuner/preamplifier BELOW> The office Revox B160 tuner (1988) purchased in 2005 legarem, Sorry the German Revox parts sour .......
57: RE: converting revox from 220 to 120 volts (3.80)
Posted by Steerpike on 2009-02-24, 03:58:32 (196.35.158.182)
Which model ? The volt dial on most revoxes is 'hidden' with only a little window to see the selected voltage. Once you take the cover off, you can rotate it. .......
58: Re: Revox A-76 Tuner (3.79)
Posted by freder on 2006-11-03, 01:54:05 (82.173.108.33)
Just open the tuner and send a digital and tell where to start. if you do the powersupply that is allready a lot gained in soundquality. .......
59: My 2 pence (3.76)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-12-31, 10:49:48 (4.232.42.16)
Vinylly, ordinarily- or I should say two years ago, I'd probably lean towards the nice old Sherwood tube tuner- I have a Scott 330 mono tube tuner and I just love that era- even moderately priced tube .......
60: Last supporter of cassettes here... (3.69)
Posted by Bill Way on 2004-08-07, 12:37:21 (69.141.243.169)
Yeah, it's a lousy format. But pick up any of the Revox/Studer cassette decks (all still supported, the last time I checked)and it will surprise you. These can make some astonishing live recordings, s .......
61: Re: Revox B-160 (3.66)
Posted by Vinyl Rules! on 2005-03-20, 22:05:11 (67.76.107.179)
Thank you for your very informative post on the Revox B-160. We've only heard their wonderful tape decks, so we can't comment on their tuners. A few comments: I'm very familar with McIntosh tuners and .......
62: The absolutely best tuner ever (3.64)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-01, 08:35:42 (66.74.72.231)
hoosier1, I'm forced here to give the standard answer about "best" in that the best will vary person to person and even very knowledgable collectors with lots of tuners often can't decide between them .......
63: Re: Revox B760 in need of a clean. (3.63)
Posted by Marantzguy on 2006-07-20, 11:34:03 (128.48.7.161)
Hi, Michael: Good luck cleaning up that Nextel! I heard that Nextel is still being used, though they supposedly improved its longevity--at least I certainly hope so! Richard Links Berkeley, CA ::: TOP .......
64: Revox B760 in need of a clean. (3.62)
Posted by michael w on 2006-07-17, 21:23:10 (222.154.150.85)
Just bought a used B760 in rough condition. The exterior Nextel finish is sticky. What's the best way to clean it up ? Any other points to be aware of ? cheers, .......
65: RE: converting revox from 220 to 120 volts (3.62)
Posted by Steerpike on 2009-02-25, 15:55:53 (196.35.158.182)
Pity its gone! Nice machine. For the record - the 160 has internal jumpers for 220, 240, 110. the 260/s has an internal rotary dial. .......
66: Antenna recommendations? (3.52)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-03-11, 14:34:47 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, Against my better judgment- I bought a used Revox B-160 tuner. The lack of judgment is based on the fact I've never heard the B-160 or even it's cousin the B-260. I just like the build quality .......
67: Digital broadcasting already exists. The problem is the declining content quality ! (3.50)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-02-13, 09:01:35 (66.74.85.223)
TOP: Office "system"- more of an audio "clutter" than system, 2005 (Audio Research LS3 > D130) trying out McIntosh MR67 and MR77, and Revox B160 tuners BELOW: Another proper tuner: Rohde and Sch .......
68: Alignment Instrument from Ebay ? (3.50)
Posted by tunerhk on 2004-06-22, 21:42:53 (203.176.228.51)
Could somebody suggest which instrument on Ebay are needed for Tuner alignment ? I have Tandberg and Revox tuners ? 100 MHz Scope + FM sig gen + distorter meter + ...... ??? .......
69: Tube and solid state tuners, old and new (3.43)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-12-11, 06:28:11 (76.166.157.254)
PHOTO: My office system about three years ago trying out three tuners: McIntosh MR67 upper left, McIntosh MR77 lower left, and Revox B160 lower right. The preamp is Audio Research LS3 and amplifier .......
70: Try an inepensive receiver (3.43)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-14, 13:07:03 (70.93.131.209)
Lou, No need for FM deprivation. If your space allows it, I'd consider a older analogue receiver- there are piles of '70-'80s Yamaha, Technics, and even Panasonic, and Harmon-Kardon and Sony receivers .......
71: RE: Revox B760 issues (3.37)
Posted by Panelhead on 2011-10-10, 09:15:32 (70.138.73.159)
I had one with the same issue. Finally tracked to the battery pack. It was losing contact intermittently over time. There is no power storage, I think a one second interruption of power will blank t .......
72: If you're not up to wielding a solder iron for DIY project.... (3.35)
Posted by Chuck Y on 2005-05-23, 14:50:23 (209.165.41.196)
you can buy some 10 db in line attenuators. You can put them at the amp or if the only problem is the Revox, at the pre amp inputs. Either should work. They cost about $60. Apparently the SP8 doesn't .......
73: Godar antenna (3.35)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-03-24, 08:58:32 (66.74.72.231)
Art V, I have a Godar Model 2 on it's way to meet my recently acquired Revox B-160. I'm looking forward to this one as Los Angeles has a very crowded dial, long distances to cover -L.A. is about 100 m .......
74: "Honest, I can stop any time I want to!" - A tale of going full circle (3.20)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-07-07, 09:49:55 (71.153.220.198)
Good morning PRM, It's interesting to me how the people who enjoy FM critically seem to end up with multiple tuners. I never thought it would happen to me- and yet I have 5 tuners -plus three receiver .......
75: Mcintosh MR-80 vs Accuphase T-107 (3.20)
Posted by nikamichi on 2010-02-05, 19:35:37 (114.78.169.14)
Folks, To meet the GAF ( Girlfriend Acceptance Factor) I need to purchase a Black Tuner ( I Currently have a Marantz 2130 and Revox B-760). I'm considering a Mac MR-80 or an Accuphase T-107. Any opin .......
76: RE: converting revox from 220 to 120 volts (3.19)
Posted by Eli Duttman on 2009-02-22, 16:33:13 (68.80.73.105)
If the power trafo has dual primaries, you rewire them from series to parallel. OTOH, a "230" VAC only unit requires you to buy a step up autotransformer, with an appropriate VA rating. BTW, running m .......
77: attenuators on the "gon" Re: Revox B-160 Tuner: output too high with Audio Research SP8 and D-130 (3.17)
Posted by Stereophool on 2005-05-24, 10:43:05 (199.207.253.96)
Sir, Saw these on the gon. Might be worth the cash instead of soldering. No, I am not the guy selling these..... :) .......
78: RE: Recommendation for a high quality FM tuner (3.15)
Posted by Stitch on 2009-02-24, 12:22:51 (84.156.61.6)
The problem is your definition about High quality tuner. From my experience, most of the super Tuners (Onkyo, Revox, K+H etc. ) get a lot of Stations but are boring to listen to. There are some good s .......
79: RE: Here's something to try for Revox B760 parts (3.09)
Posted by legarem on 2009-07-22, 19:08:00 (66.131.211.6)
I contacted him and he doesn't have them The meters were burned by using inappropriate bayonet bulbs that didn't stay straight in the pinch socket. Original ones use conical caps and someone used stan .......
80: The difficulty of choosing vintage tuners (3.06)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-12-20, 13:42:34 (76.166.157.254)
Brian Levy, I like your parallels between various McIntosh tube and solid state tuners. In my auditioning of three tuners to "get settled" once and for all with tuners, I ended up a Revox B160 and the .......
81: Re: Picked up new Tuner (3.06)
Posted by jcmusic on 2006-12-14, 16:00:52 (70.180.87.145)
Hi Richard, Yes you are so right about the way music has changed, I have an open reel recorder also Revox B77 half track. I remember what some old broadcast sounded like, I only listen to two FM stati .......
82: Re: 10B (3.04)
Posted by Frank Waller on 2006-12-05, 13:31:48 (82.153.27.170)
onemug, fw@uk-accounts.net I guess like all the resident tuner geeks here, I've been fortunate to own some great tuners over the years... those I can't let go of, are Accuphae T100, Marantz 115B, ReVo .......
83: RE: Re: Sansui TU-217, upgrade from here .. (3.02)
Posted by Jimmyblues on 2008-10-29, 16:32:24 (24.184.108.137)
I will finally have the chance to test a Sansui TU-217 for myself, given that I just purchased one on Ebay for a pittance. It appears to be in good shape, so we shall see. I have been into collecting .......
84: How about a good mono tube tuner? (2.96)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-12-12, 16:28:23 (70.141.208.95)
cids, In my view, the McIntosh MR74 and MR77 are the best sounding McIntosh solid state tuners, so you're starting at near the top level. In a mono system of course the stereo aspect is lost so you mi .......
85: Signal meter voltage operation (2.94)
Posted by legarem on 2011-12-31, 06:13:03 (173.177.163.167)
I have a Revox B-760 which needs signal and tuning meters. I found meter mechanisms I could use inside the original meter shells (They sell them 125$ each) The two meters were burnt by improper bul .......
86: Re: Lucky me....Accuphase T-109V (2.94)
Posted by doug s. on 2005-07-01, 16:25:36 (128.231.88.5)
well, i am awaiting my t109 from joseph chow, who has thoroughly gone thru it, mods, alignment, filter check, etcetera. tho the 109 does not rate as highly as the 109v in jim rivers' shootouts, i have .......
87: Rothwell attenuators- just the thing! (2.88)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-03, 09:27:04 (70.93.131.209)
sleeper, Thanks for the recommendation. I did buy a pair of Rothwell 10-dB attenuators and the pboblem is solved. I tried them between the SP-8 nd D-130 but the results are much better with them betwe .......
88: Just wondering if this is considered to be one of the big sleepers…. (2.87)
Posted by kootenay on 2009-04-18, 09:46:50 (70.75.91.27)
This tuner was flying under the radar for most of its existence for many years. Then out of the blue the Tunerinfo did a bit on it in their shootout #81 ( http://www.fmtunerinfo.com/shootouts.html#AH6 .......
89: Why can't it go on the roof?! Are all 'US MALES' antennaphobic? (2.87)
Posted by Timbo in Oz on 2004-08-29, 03:34:19 (203.24.160.4)
The FCC have a ruling that effectively allows you to put up a 'CH6 TV antenna' which is an FM antenna by bandwidth! It's a Federal rule. If you're gonna spend the readies on an APS9b, why tie one arm .......
90: McIntosh MX110, Scott 330D (2.83)
Posted by Bambi B on 2004-06-11, 08:55:48 (209.179.222.242)
tesla, I use a McIntosh MX110 tuner/preamp as the tuner in the main (ARC SP10) system. The tuner section is supposed to be similar to an MR-67. I'm shopping for a component tuner now- considering Revo .......
91: Re: If you're not up to wielding a solder iron for DIY project.... (2.83)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-05-24, 10:30:36 (70.93.131.209)
Chuck Y, The SP-8 doesn't unfortunately have the high/low gain switch of the SP-10- that's a great feature. There is a standard ARC fix for the SP-8 that lowers the output by 6dB, a resistor somewhere .......
92: Ahhh…CBC fm stations does wonders to a lot of fm tuners out there ..... (2.78)
Posted by millen on 2006-01-31, 12:41:51 (142.56.5.23)
whether it’s digital or analogue given that everything is equal as it’s one the fm stations that still employs the mighty Revox/Studer equipment of which sends less or no compression fm signals around .......
93: Re: Revox B760 vs. Audiolab 8000T (2.76)
Posted by Todd Krieger on 2006-01-19, 16:06:44 (68.96.55.134)
"The Audiolab is about 20 years newer, but they were prone to bulb burnout." I had an 8000T, which was maybe the only audio component I've owned that was a "lemon".... The bulbs not only kept burning .......
94: Re: My experience with Magnum tuners.... (2.76)
Posted by Frank Waller on 2005-05-30, 14:48:53 (81.86.68.49)
Chuck, Areed. Owned MD 101 & Etude for a very short period of time, both flat as cold pancakes (in my system/room context) fed by a very large rotating aerial array (Ron Smith, now enjoying retirement .......
95: Re: Indoor Atenna (2.68)
Posted by iCefoX on 2004-07-02, 05:39:45 (47.152.151.26)
I've to concur with you after I expreince the power of the Audio Prism 7500. A decent Revox tuner with the 7500 can rival a lot of high-end megabucks digital, musicality always win hands down. Tuner s .......
96: Re: Calling all McIntosh Tuner Experts and Enthusiasts (2.67)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-09, 08:26:03 (70.93.131.209)
Yada, Always good to see you around. I sympathize too, as choosing a tuner recently was very dificult for me. The same thing happened with interconnects too, I got "settled" with high end ICs in about .......
97: Re: Real Musical Tuner (2.67)
Posted by Frank Waller on 2004-07-07, 14:47:48 (81.86.68.49)
OK, Default... 1 My favourite tuner for many years now... a humble Marantz Model 115B - yours for little more than $US50 ~ IMO, musically almost, as good as it gets, er, perhaps not the tuner of choic .......
98: Revox B760 issues (2.67)
Posted by FlipSide on 2011-10-09, 22:15:48 (99.113.184.64)
I have this super rig that has, literally, a bout of CRS--Can't Remember, ah, Stuff. Tuner fully functional, but the electronic "buttoned" presets have just evaporated... I can dial in, but not "recal .......
99: Abe, can you recommend a good "starter" shortwave? -And something about antennas? (2.66)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-05-16, 07:20:12 (76.172.194.64)
Abe Collins, That's an impressive machine! With so much audio gear having mimimal controls, it's actually fun to see something that is really controllable. Somewhere- parents' attic?- is the Scott sh .......
100: Re: Need Advice ... European vs. U.S. Broadcast Freqeuncies (2.62)
Posted by Bambi B on 2004-08-19, 22:09:19 (66.74.72.231)
Mark, I had an American Marantz tuner in England for years- going on a transformer and the FM tuning band is the same as the US- worked fine. Also, if you buy a Revox tuner- made in Switzerland, the .......
101: McIntosh Tuners-- MR74, MR77, MR67 (2.60)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-06-28, 07:38:50 (70.234.83.33)
spinback, In the last couple of years with rising prices I decided to settle on two good tuners- one office, one main system, and along with a Revox B160 (1988) bought McIntosh MR67 (1965) and MR77 .......
102: Re: Poll (2.59)
Posted by doug s. on 2004-07-23, 13:33:51 (128.231.88.3)
tuna i presently have: harmon kardon citation 18 (modified/refurb'd) hitachi ht-8000 heathkit aj-1600 (modified/refurb'd) mcintosh mr65b (modified/refurb'd) tandberg 3001a (2 - one refurb'd) rotel rt- .......
103: As usual.. (2.51)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-02-28, 17:13:36 (66.74.72.231)
mrh, As usual a good response- clear, complete, and useful. The original question caught my attention as I'm having a bit of a battle with myself over buying a new tuner- and steroe/mono is acrtually .......
104: Re: Accuphase 109V the worlds best tuner? (2.49)
Posted by Frank Waller on 2004-11-16, 11:31:04 (81.86.68.49)
Ulf, I agree with Prakit. I had the pleausure to own the T-109 - unfortunately I have not yet heard the 109V. At that time I also owned the T-100 (which remains my long term reference), T-108, Revox 2 .......
105: RE: AM Antenna Recommendation (2.47)
Posted by rayr0683@comcast.net on 2008-08-03, 06:33:00 (68.82.53.55)
Hello All, As far as AM Antenna goes. I have the Loops, Long Wire, and even shelled out huge dollars for the C. Crane antenna, once called the Justice antenna, because it was designed by Chris Just .......
106: It's nearly as bad as I keep posting (2.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-05-20, 17:46:35 (76.172.194.64)
docw, I think I do exaggerate my pique at KUSC as I remember how great it was in the early 80's and the changes towards stupidity and loud mouthed AM techniques are so willful. A city like Los Angeles .......
107: Some essential questions (2.47)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-29, 08:26:14 (66.74.72.231)
Dave, My, you stay up late! I appreciate your tuner dilemna. Afew months ago I had the same urge to organize a proper tuner for my main system. Since 1990 I've used a McIntosh MX110 as my tuner. But I .......
108: Tuner Info Center Shootout in alphabetical order (2.45)
Posted by Jay Buridan on 2009-12-21, 07:11:16 (75.39.18.76)
RANK -- TUNER 01 ------- Accuphase T-109V 39 ------- Accuphase T-109 06 ------- Audiolab 8000T 18 ------- B&K TS-108 01 ------- Burmester 978 80 ------- Cambridge Audio T500 52 ------- Carver TX-11b 6 .......
109: Marantz ST6000 (2.39)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-08-17, 06:28:39 (75.84.203.1)
free.ranger, I don't own one and have only heard it in the shop, but I am very impressed with the Marantz ST6000, which has a great sound, a lot of features, 60 presets- AM and FM, and good build qual .......
110: Tha Amaznig Swiss. (2.37)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-02-03, 10:32:25 (66.74.72.231)
Baranyi, John G has good suggestion to visit the Tuner Information Center a there are so many thusands of choices! The Revox model with the highest regard is the late 70's B-760. These are beautifully .......
111: Re: Are you a member of the Tuner Information Center tuners group? (2.34)
Posted by Vinyl Rules! on 2005-03-22, 21:11:21 (67.76.107.179)
Bambi B, I'm a member and I can recommend the group if you are looking for an information resource on FM (and some AM) tuners. I would characterize membership in the group as ranging from casual FM li .......
112: Re: McIntosh Tuners (2.32)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-13, 15:43:32 (70.93.131.209)
Vinyl Rules!, It's interesting to learn that so many of the McIntosh tuners that are more sought after have design input by Modeferri. I agree that any of the MR-74, -77 and -78 would be just fine. I .......
113: Tuner Shootout Between MAC MR-65B,MR-67 & MR-71 (2.23)
Posted by Jimmyblues on 2008-12-08, 17:47:20 (24.184.108.137)
Has anyone done a tuner shootout between a McIntosh MR-65B, MR-67 and MR-71? My MR65B's are great sounding tuners, however I wonder if the latter two are better for dx'ing? I would imagine that the MR .......
114: Re: OK, I've given up my 10B. What should I replace it with? (2.21)
Posted by Bombaywalla on 2005-07-22, 08:37:30 (63.166.216.16)
Hi Danny, Yes, I saw you 10B auction on Ebay + the classified on Audigon. Nice tuner & I bet that it sounded real nice. Pity that you had to give it up. You had 5 I read! Funny that you ask about repl .......
115: TERK Tower- How to? (2.20)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-04-05, 15:53:40 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, On impulse, I bought a Terk Tower powered AM/FM antenna. I figured that for $5 I could try it and perhaps it could go to work in the bedroom system (Marantz 2235 or Fisher 800 receiver). But, n .......
116: Re: Review of classic tuners in Hi-Fi World Magazine (2.19)
Posted by Marantzguy on 2005-06-30, 09:42:54 (128.48.53.19)
Hi, Todd: You will have to see the actual issue, since I only concentrated on what they said regarding the Yamaha CT-7000 and Sansui TU-9900. Since the era under consideration was the seventies, there .......
117: It's all a matter of values (2.18)
Posted by Bill Way on 2006-01-14, 21:09:02 (24.199.112.54)
As 3moons pointed out, their site is dedicated to FM dx-ing. It is somewhat akin to entering a Formula I race in a Ford Pinto. Silly or not, it *can* be addicting, and you can find some great broadcas .......
118: Re: Revox B-160 (2.16)
Posted by doug s. on 2005-03-19, 14:49:24 (128.231.88.5)
hi, never heard that specific tuna, but i owned a b760, & still own a b261. both are excellent sonically, imo - and wirtually indistinguishable from each other. i sold the 760 cuz, tho i think it's b .......
119: RE: Tandberg 3011A schematics? (2.14)
Posted by JimmyBlues on 2008-07-25, 10:05:49 (24.184.108.137)
I recently purchased a Tandberg 3011A and am awaiting its delivery. From what I can see, it looks nearly identical to its big brother sibling 3001A, but with less features. However, there must be more .......
120: RE: Re: Sansui TU-217, upgrade from here .. (2.13)
Posted by JimmyBlues on 2008-11-26, 09:30:18 (24.184.108.137)
Having owned a TU-217 for a few months now, I am very pleased with its performance. One of the reviewers at TIC said that this tuner's sound is as good as it is because it is such a simple design (not .......
121: Is there an MR-73 hiding in the McIntosh MX 112 ? (2.13)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-04-12, 18:17:43 (71.137.226.242)
Brent in TO, A good question. I have a McIntosh MX110 and I've always heard the tuner is supposed to be more or less an MR-67, but I've never heard a similar relationship wi the MX112. I suppose the o .......
122: Very good results in a difficult area with the Godar Model 2 FM (2.10)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-12-18, 14:03:34 (71.137.237.124)
audiofan12345,, I live in a difficult FM area on the side of a hill - I have adirect line to some transmitters on mountians on the other side of the Valley, but the westside Los Angeles transmitters a .......
123: That will depends on who do you ask.... (2.10)
Posted by kootenay on 2016-09-08, 01:19:25 (68.145.61.43)
But, according to Tuner info's shootout the Sansui TU-XI is 5th on their list... THE SHOOTOUT IS OVER!! Rankings after Shootout #81: 1 PLUS: -C- Accuphase T-109V - Very natural sound, good bass. Pinpo .......
124: Godar Model 2 FM antenna/ Revox B-160 (2.08)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-03-30, 11:35:44 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, As I posted a couple of weeks ago, I'm enjoying my recently acquired Revox B-160 tuner. Living in Los Angeles- which is 100 miles square and has lots of high hills, FM reception varies conside .......
125: Revox B-160 (2.04)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-03-18, 13:40:10 (66.74.72.231)
Mates, Since about 1990, I;ve been using a 1965 McIntosh MX110 as the tuner in my Audio Reserach system (Oracle III/SMEV, SP10/II, D115/II, Vandersteen 2CE. The MX110 is supposed to have more or less .......
126: Fisher 800C (2.03)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-05-13, 10:32:03 (98.148.223.49)
c3conv2, I have only one tube receiver, a Fisher 800C, and I suppose a near receiver, a McIntosh MX110 tuner/preamp with an MC240. Solid state receivers are Marantz 2235 and 2275. Thought I like the M .......
127: Re: Sansui TU-217, upgrade from here .. (1.99)
Posted by JimmyBlues on 2008-07-20, 15:48:49 (24.184.108.137)
Don't know much about the Sansui, but the owner of the Marantz 125 certainly got the description of his tuner right. I am listening to mine right now. The 125 is a very well designed and built tuner, .......
128: How many here post also at "FM Tuners" ? Also, FM tuner info site unfair to tube tuners? (1.98)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-07-07, 02:29:36 (71.153.220.198)
Mates, For the last year, I've been determined to get more or less settled in the tuner department, buying a Revox B160, and McIntosh MR77 and MR67. As I've referred often to the comments at tunerinfo .......
129: Re: how good is the antenna? ;-)! (1.96)
Posted by Bambi B on 2004-08-04, 17:48:40 (66.74.72.231)
Timbo in Oz, Thaznks for the suggestions and comments. I have really enjoyed the MX110, which was somewhat revamped by Bob Hovland a few years ago, but retains most of it's original tubes. I hadn't re .......
130: When buying used gear, I always ask the same question (1.90)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-02-21, 13:38:03 (66.74.72.231)
Redbook, I always ask the same question- often first - when buyhong a piece of equipment used. I listen to or read the promotional patter, "This is the finest one ever made, I paid $1350, spent $400 o .......
131: Tuners: How often? How much? (1.87)
Posted by Bambi B on 2004-07-01, 15:58:00 (216.244.7.223)
Mates, Radio in Los Angeles is I think among the best in the US, extremely popluar probably because of the time we're forced to spend in our cars! The dial is crowded, so selectivity is important, but .......
132: RE: Very nice EICO (1.87)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-10-01, 19:16:04 (66.74.85.223)
PHOTO: EICO HF-12 (mono tube integrated amplifier 2X12W > 3-12AX7, 2- EL84, 1-EZ81 ) Neff, I prefer most equipment in stereo, but as you say, good multiplex is rare in tuners, and perhaps that's t .......
133: I agree this tuner is quite rare…. (1.83)
Posted by kootenay on 2007-11-08, 16:14:18 (70.72.71.186)
I was very lucky that I was able to find one. BTW, this tuner according to the Tuner Info was one of the top 10 in their overall shoot out results. Here’s the shootout results. The shootout is over!! .......
134: Meridian 504 vs. Kenwood KT7000: Or, All Audiphiles Just 'Crackpots'? (1.80)
Posted by Vinylly on 2006-01-30, 07:57:09 (67.72.98.91)
Well, so I see this Meridian 504 for sale in Audiogon, I notice from the zip code of the seller that he lives practically in my backyard, Redmond, WA. Sunday I drive out there to buy it. The Meridian .......
135: RE: Anyone remember/using a Denon TU-530??? (1.79)
Posted by Bambi B on 2008-10-01, 07:43:54 (75.84.203.1)
PHOTO: Denon TU530 recently sold for 15 Euros from Ebay France kyrie48, The Tuner Information Center doesn't list the Denon TU-530, but here are the models "around" the model number: From the Tuner .......
136: Yes, soundcard output to preamp input (1.76)
Posted by Bambi B on 2010-05-18, 09:05:03 (98.148.223.49)
PHOTO: My previous office system- when trying three vintage tuners-, combining tuners and streaming through Audio Research LS3 and D130. The grey box on the upper left is a Peavey VMP-2 tube microp .......
137: VERY Interesting Website: (1.72)
Posted by Vinylly on 2005-12-30, 08:28:07 (209.247.222.85)
Is this website controversial or what? In their tuner 'shootout' they put the expensive Magnum Dynalab FT-101A in 35th place and is the best of the Magnum Dynalabs. Fanfare fares even worse, -as an 'a .......
138: Scott 330D mono tube tuner (1.64)
Posted by Bambi B on 2007-01-13, 11:35:20 (70.136.154.180)
jcmusic, I have a Scott 330D mono tube tuner. and though I haven't spent a tremendous amopunt of time with it, the sound of this is so involving I may become an advocate for mono FM- it seems so dynam .......
139: FM is already shifting, but will take longer (1.53)
Posted by Bambi B on 2009-06-12, 08:00:44 (67.49.41.254)
middleground, I'd been wondering the same thing- what are the plans to change all FM to digital. My theory is that is that consumers will revolt-there are 600,000,000 cars in the World- 280 Million in .......
140: Can you keep the MR78 until after the experiments? (1.38)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-09-10, 00:35:58 (70.141.208.248)
robster, I used a McIntosh MX110 tuner/preamp as my tuner for the last 15 years, but as some vintage tuners are becomeing studiply expensive, decided I should get "settled" with tuners while I could b .......
141: I'd milk that holy cow with a Marantz ST6000 (1.36)
Posted by Bambi B on 2006-07-17, 15:22:49 (71.147.0.254)
SamA, I'm not an expert in modern tuners- my newest is 1988, but I've been very impressed with my visits with the Marantz ST-6000. It's sensitive, selective, presetful, remotified- everything the NPR .......
142: McIntosh Tuners (1.34)
Posted by Bambi B on 2005-06-09, 07:56:56 (70.93.131.209)
Yada, I haven't by any means heard enough McItosh tuners to be an expert, but over the years the models I have come to enthuse over: MR67 MR71 MR74 MR77/78 MX110 Of the list, I have only owned one, a .......
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