1: Vintage Asylum, RE: Anyone know where to get Marantz 1 knobs? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-07-14, 04:22:14 (24.141.114.174)
Years ago there was a guy on ebay that did reproduction knobs and faceplates for the Consolettes. I believe he was out of Taiwan. They were perfect reproductions although they were made of aluminum .......

2: OTL Asylum, RE: Beveridge OTL amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-03-31, 18:43:41 (24.141.114.174)
Now how cool is that to have a pipe smoking room? -- with Beveridges to boot -wow. .......

3: OTL Asylum, RE: Beveridge OTL amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-03-31, 18:41:40 (24.141.114.174)
Next step the input boards have all been re-worked and reassembled. I am a little OCD on matched components amp to amp and I guess why not if I am inside of them. Lots of previous muddling on t .......

4: OTL Asylum, Beveridge OTL amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-03-28, 18:33:06 (24.141.114.174)
Two of them now repaired and working on the HV side. All doubler diodes, doubler caps ,HV caps-load sharing resistors and pitted blackened banana jacks replaced .HV wires and anode caps replaced. .......

5: OTL Asylum, RE: I'm in for a big hurting.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-03-01, 19:11:37 (24.141.114.174)
Baranyi That would make them a practical door stop. Do you have the specs or did you have to use multiple off the shelf transformers to get things going? Life got in the way here for a while. I will b .......

6: OTL Asylum, RE: I'm in for a big hurting.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-02-27, 04:26:24 (24.141.114.174)
Thanks for this information. The boards and component values for the amp, crossover and sub amp are identical. The only difference is that the silver one has the fan servo board and the black anodize .......

7: OTL Asylum, RE: I'm in for a big hurting.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-02-12, 04:52:01 (24.141.114.174)
Thanks very much, I will send you a note. .......

8: OTL Asylum, RE: Dust can be a major factor when dealing with high voltages (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-02-09, 17:10:37 (24.141.114.174)
Thanks Ralph, I have thoroughly cleaned them 2x and the dirt just keeps on coming! 3rd time will be the charm. Certainly, tracking from dirt and dust can cause fireworks easily in an amp like this. Ju .......

9: OTL Asylum, I'm in for a big hurting.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2023-02-06, 18:31:05 (24.141.114.174)
Picked up recently Beveridge 2SW-1 speakers with the built in OTL amps in the base The amps will need a lot of attention. The speakers and subwoofers are physically in excellent condition. Th .......

10: OTL Asylum, RE: Futterman H-3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2022-03-25, 16:48:47 (24.141.114.125)
Yes, Lew the Dc link series I had purchased some Unlytic surplus caps from ebay over the years however, they would have been a kludge because I could not get the values I needed. New Unlytic caps in t .......

11: OTL Asylum, Futterman H-3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2022-03-25, 10:03:27 (24.141.114.125)
I have waited about 20 years to further modify my H-3 with polypropylene output caps and get rid of the electrolytics. This is the last step in modifying this amp as the couplers resistors and fra .......

12: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Recommendations for repair of a power transformer (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2021-08-12, 16:26:20 (24.141.114.125)
Hi, 1. If you are convinced that both transformers are causing your problems you may want to verify their integrity at a local motor winding repair shop and have them "meg out" or test for leakage res .......

13: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Recommendations for repair of a power transformer (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2021-08-07, 19:35:18 (24.141.114.125)
I have repaired one of these many years ago. I was fortunate to get a transformer from Modjeski. The transformers in all the bev's are not very robust. Age and high voltage has now taken it toll in s .......

14: Tubes Asylum, RE: Svetlana 6550 Identificiation (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2021-01-16, 09:19:44 (24.141.114.125)
Thanks everyone for the confirmations. These are definitely '98 vintage along with the others. I know the owner and he stocked up on the RAM tubes from Roger when he bought the amp and never used seve .......

15: Tubes Asylum, Svetlana 6550 Identificiation (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2021-01-15, 10:40:37 (24.141.114.125)
I have acquired these and other Svetlana 6550's that were part of a RM9 amp purchase. The vintage is marked '98 on the glass the boxes show a winged c --the tubes do not. My understanding is the .......

16: Cable Asylum, RE: Latest thinking on custom umbilicals (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-11-19, 19:31:27 (24.141.114.125)
Thanks for providing that option. .......

17: Cable Asylum, RE: Latest thinking on custom umbilicals (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-11-19, 09:45:11 (24.141.114.125)
Stock uses 18 gauge stranded- I would use the same in high quality wire. Attached is an example of the connector, not all pins used. Male pins on the supply, female pins at the load. Based on the numb .......

18: Cable Asylum, Latest thinking on custom umbilicals (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-11-17, 18:01:33 (24.141.114.125)
I am looking at a project to build a pair of custom umbilical cords for a unit. I will use military amphenol multipin connectors. I want to use PFTE insulated wire loosely twisted for each filament p .......

19: OTL Asylum, RE: In the standard set-up there are no cables. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-06-27, 15:37:21 (24.141.114.125)
I'm only suggesting this as method to troubleshoot. For my Model 3's the DD amps were never part of the structure so I use HV cable to tie the amps to the panels. .......

20: OTL Asylum, RE: In the standard set-up there are no cables. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-06-25, 13:15:50 (24.141.114.125)
Up to 10kv test prod wire is readily available. You will be able to run 6-8' of cable between the amp and panel with banana plugs and jacks. This is what RM detailed to me when he was building and rep .......

21: OTL Asylum, RE: Oscillation (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-06-09, 13:58:48 (24.141.114.125)
If it were me I may not wish to change the grid resistors. This thing worked for years with out a grid resistor change. I'd very carefully examine the sockets and the PCB- clean the board and sockets .......

22: OTL Asylum, RE: Completely different problem now (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-06-06, 16:00:50 (24.141.114.125)
I might of pointed out int he other forum that I suspected that you had a bad current hogging tube to begin with that was taking loading down the B+ and secondarily impacted the cap.. I would also che .......

23: OTL Asylum, OT question? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-28, 11:26:01 (24.141.114.125)
Lew, Did you ever get your Bev amps settled- if so what was the issue? .......

24: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Cartridge Roll Call! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-13, 10:07:19 (24.141.114.125)
Goldfinger Statement .......

25: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: AJ, thanks for the useful information (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-12, 13:23:34 (24.141.114.125)
The load on the amp to the panels is in megs the current is minimal. A few milliamps It is possible your B+ caps went first or your tubes have some interesting failure mode over heat up time. Change t .......

26: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Sad to say there is something else going on. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-11, 17:28:14 (24.141.64.123)
Honestly the panels themselves draw very little current so I don't see them as a problem unless the foil is shorted to the stator connections a long shot-worth a look as you say. It is not uncommon fo .......

27: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Can a spider web do this? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-10, 16:12:32 (24.141.64.123)
I suspect your transformer at worst or at best your output stage. Those beveridge transformers have a bad reputation, unfortunately. This is from discussions with Roger a few years ago while working t .......

28: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Sad to say there is something else going on. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-10, 13:57:17 (24.141.64.123)
Maybe not, I would swap the amp from your other speaker before I drew that conclusion. Or , more work, pull the panels out and have a look- physically for peeling aluminum foil or some other culprit. .......

29: Tube DIY Asylum, Check the first cap after the diode (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-10, 07:51:20 (24.141.64.123)
The diode may indeed be contributing BUT..... if the first cap after the diode is not rated for 500v or is failing this will cause your problem down the line as described. You need to check that cap. .......

30: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Can a spider web do this? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2020-05-10, 07:45:37 (24.141.64.123)
Certainly High voltage like the polarizing for the Beveridges can "jump" in that environment with a spider web as described. Is the fuse on the primary of the power transformer or are the panels fused .......

31: Vintage Asylum, RE: HK Cit II "The Deuce" or Mac 275 ? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2019-10-17, 18:51:44 (24.141.64.123)
Neither IMO, If you can get away without a 6550 in terms of power, look elsewhere. I have had both - still have the Citation as it sentimental as I totally refurbished it the year my daughter was b .......

32: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Modding the Quad ESL-988 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2019-08-23, 18:41:36 (24.141.64.123)
I found C14 in the schematic.. it looks like filtering for after the diode bridge for the protection circuitry. I would not say it is critical I would check with one of the experts... if you wanted y .......

33: Vintage Asylum, RE: The power of the regrilling post (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2019-07-09, 18:22:17 (24.141.64.123)
I have noticed that the activity has been less interesting and more infrequent for years now. Especially in this forum. People come and go and things change. .......

34: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Talking Heads and U-Turn Orbit (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2019-05-07, 15:02:59 (24.141.64.123)
Speaking in Tongues I have not played in 25 years. Did so a few weeks ago and wow... what a well produced album -great sound. Stop Making sense is equally well recorded. Both are fabulous musically -- .......

35: Tubes Asylum, RE: Marantz 10b (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2019-01-13, 11:11:58 (24.141.64.123)
If you are looking for a tech in the US .. you can try Mike Zuccaro in San Diego. Mike set my 10b to spec and replaced the Optos with ones I got from that auction place. I am sure there are others wh .......

36: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tubes in Acoustatville (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2018-05-19, 17:18:13 (24.141.64.123)
Awesome! Love Acoustats .......

37: OTL Asylum, RE: Futterman H3 stereo amp parts list? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2018-02-21, 13:26:23 (206.223.171.196)
There were no photo flash caps in the H3- the output couplers are large computer electrolytics the size of soda cans. The instructions for the H3a monos would be different .......

38: OTL Asylum, RE: Futterman H3 stereo amp parts list? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2018-02-21, 09:12:24 (206.223.171.196)
You won't find a parts list anywhere. The machine is over 50 years old. For curiosity you could look to SAMs folders- I'm not sure if they ever developed one for this model. Futterman used many differ .......

39: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Good way to secure capacitors (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2018-02-16, 16:37:16 (24.141.69.24)
Tie wrap anchors work as well. .......

40: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Audition your Quad ESLs? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-12-21, 13:16:52 (24.141.69.24)
No sweat . I watched the Bill's game the other week when they were playing in the snow. I have had the refurbished USA monitors here as well . .......

41: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Audition your Quad ESLs? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-12-20, 19:09:32 (24.141.69.24)
If you cross the border I'm about 50 min from Buffalo NY in Ontario Canada with a pair of PK 57's with his latest panels. Look up my moniker for a post or two on them. Good Luck .......

42: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quads Unlimited (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-11-05, 15:15:14 (24.141.69.24)
I had Wayne do my 4th pair of Quads 2 years ago this coming January. As always, superb workmanship- but even at that time it was longer than I was used to as he was having health issues. I hope he rec .......

43: Vinyl Asylum, RE: New Arm for my Turntable (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-08-24, 16:35:28 (24.141.69.24)
Congratulations, awesome setup. When did you get the TTW arm pod? - their doors are closed are they not? or is this a previously enjoyed arm set up.. .......

44: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Beveridge Fans new website with interview of Harold Beveridge (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-08-11, 12:32:09 (206.223.171.196)
I have a pair of model 3 that I continue to be amazed with. I got Modjeski to build a direct drive amp for them and have eliminated the internal crossover and step up in the speaker. Effectively they .......

45: Vintage Asylum, RE: My mx110 has hot chassis (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-08-08, 18:36:03 (24.141.69.24)
I have not looked at the schematic. You may have a capacitor to ground that was used in the day to supress rf interference. This cap may have become leaky and is causing the problem. Try reversing you .......

46: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Power-on funtion of amplifier on the fritz. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-07-14, 07:05:07 (24.141.69.24)
I would also check for dc offset at the speaker terminals. put your MM on dc and on the lowest range, let the amp warm up and then take a measurement at both terminals.. Should be less than say 20Mv t .......

47: Vinyl Asylum, RE: No offense intended but who has a spare $15,000 for ... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-07-08, 19:36:34 (24.141.69.24)
We have 4 of these in our group plus mine and I don't share your observations on this cartridge. Verdier, TW acoustic, Kuzma, Micro Seiki, Brinkmann with various top flight arms have shared this cartr .......

48: Vinyl Asylum, RE: No offense intended but who has a spare $15,000 for ... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-07-08, 06:05:31 (24.141.69.24)
Well , I just bought one. Still in the box. I got a deal that I could not refuse. There's no accounting for taste Lew, I have the Atlas, Etna SL, Koetsu RSP as well a box full of others I've forgotten .......

49: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quad ESL 2912 vs. ESL 57 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-06-18, 19:24:38 (24.141.69.24)
Wow, No responses yet. You will begin to get an idea of the differences with the comparison of the ESL to the ESL63. The 2912 is like the ESL63 with two extra bass panels and better bracing and cosm .......

50: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Speaker wire as jumper for Quad ESL stacking (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-04-09, 18:41:03 (24.141.69.24)
Doesn't really matter.. I think Peter Walker said the appropriate type is kind that is long enough. I used to stack my ESLs and use them in series with my Futterman- works well. Now I only keep one se .......

51: Tubes Asylum, RE: wouldn't work for me..... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-02-13, 10:09:01 (206.223.171.196)
Ok, now we're talking. Wouldn't work here either! .......

52: Tubes Asylum, RE: VAC 90 EL34 tubes question. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-02-03, 08:06:05 (206.223.171.196)
These were Shuguang's for VAC The EL34 is a great tube, too bad the sorry budget minded ST70 is used to evaluate the performance of this valve over the years. Dynaco's were the Ford Falcons of audio a .......

53: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Contacting Bob Graham at Graham Engineering (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-02-01, 16:16:18 (24.141.69.24)
Pretty much par for the course with Graham Engineering. Small mfr. so always give some slack but stuff like this is really unacceptable in 2017. I know of people that had given up on receiving product .......

54: General Asylum, RE: Making a din? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-01-30, 16:34:13 (24.141.69.24)
Really nice set ups. I have the ESL as well done by Piquet my 3rd pair. I had to sell the first two to others that had to have them. I had one more set of cores to rebuild these I'm keeping. They c .......

55: Radio Road, RE: Internet radio to substitute a Marantz 10B (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-01-24, 16:49:27 (24.141.69.24)
Can't be done. 10b will be impossible to reproduce faithfully. .......

56: Speaker Asylum, RE: 360° speaker users: flat pink noise response? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2017-01-16, 12:29:06 (24.141.69.24)
I'm very interested in the response to this question. I have 180 deg radiating Beveridge Electrostatics. Thanks .......

57: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quads and Cat (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-12-27, 12:39:32 (24.141.69.24)
That is some pretty serious gear you are playing with; congratulations. The Giyas are one speaker that may sway me from 'stats. However, I have not yet gotten tired of the Beveridges that I restored. .......

58: Vintage Asylum, RE: Linn Klout amp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-12-27, 06:32:50 (24.141.69.24)
You are unlikely to find a set of schematics .. Linn is tight with their information. Anything is possible .. Try the DIY audio site. There may be someone their that can better direct you. ::: TOPIC:: .......

59: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quads and Cat (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-12-24, 15:23:47 (24.141.69.24)
I think the comparison is just fine. I have had PK USA monitors still have PK ESLs and now Beveridge Electrostatics. I'm very familiar with the Magnepan MMG, 3.7 and 20.1( another beast) .. I still pr .......

60: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quads and Cat (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-12-23, 16:17:38 (24.141.69.24)
Fabulous combination- congratulations. .......

61: Vintage Asylum, RE: Vintage Beauty Factor? Marantz 7c (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-12-12, 13:08:14 (24.141.69.24)
So it doesn't look like a 7c, it's circuit is not like one either, neither are the parts? There are dozens of opinions on these things on the web including Jadis clones and McIntosh C22 clones etc. I' .......

62: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Where to find Deoxit? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-11-17, 14:29:23 (24.141.69.24)
Sorry, Can't offer much more help -maybe someone else will chime in. I'm from Canada and I know where to get it here.. no help to you though. Good luck. .......

63: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Where to find Deoxit? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-11-17, 14:01:53 (24.141.69.24)
You don't say where you are. Guitar Center will have it. They are in most major locales. .......

64: Vintage Asylum, RE: Robert Crumb's Marantz (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-11-15, 15:27:00 (24.141.69.24)
Ho hum on the receiver.... The top champagne/gold piece is a mono Marantz Consolette model 1. It has the various EQ curves that would be required for an extensive and old vinyl collection. Very nice. .......

65: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Is with marked sadness I convey, (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-11-08, 04:19:16 (24.141.69.24)
If this is true, this is a tragedy. .......

66: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Late Model Quad ESL restoration (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-10-16, 16:40:31 (24.141.69.24)
Yes, I did run them stacked. More energy bass wise, not sure there was much more to gain to be honest. I liked them on their own better from the perspective of positioning them more easily and simplic .......

67: Planar Speaker Asylum, Late Model Quad ESL restoration (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-10-13, 18:19:20 (24.141.69.24)
Well earlier this year I sold both pairs of my ESLs to make room and I also took advantage of the opportunity to sell when I could. I had a pair of cores that were purchased in pieces f .......

68: Speaker Asylum, RE: Tannoy (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-10-08, 16:13:35 (24.141.69.24)
Brutal, doubtful the legacy as we know it will continue. Can't think of one speaker manufacturer that has a "better" product after moving production to Asia. .......

69: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: ESL 63 220 uf cap question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-10-06, 16:54:05 (24.141.69.24)
I have used a nice plastic Hammond box with good quality 6" of wire and banana plug on one end and a binding post on the opposite end . Inside the box is your film and foil cap . I bypass the electro .......

70: General Asylum, RE: Then maybe it's not a real upgrade (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-10-01, 06:24:51 (24.141.69.24)
Or maybe the upgrade discovers what that original recording really was: overly compressed panned mono dreck meant for Aunt Myrtle's console or LLoyd's all- in- one. Just maybe your pre-upgrade system .......

71: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: 2A3 SET & Quads ESL 63: YES!!! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-10-01, 05:36:26 (24.141.69.24)
I've used a SET for years with Quad ESLs - my favourite beast is the Wyetech Topaz. Over 100lbs of goodness. Very nice .......

72: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Koetus Japan (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-09-10, 06:35:36 (24.141.69.24)
Koetsu won't deal direct with consumers. Try these guys. I had a mishap with a RSP early in the year -gasp- and they took care of it for me. Took about 5 weeks end to end. Honest and efficient. I orig .......

73: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: my Aesthetix IO Signature (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-31, 04:30:11 (207.96.141.180)
Pops are not normal on this unit. Could be a pass tube or a electrolytic cap. Depending on your skill pop the hood visually inspect for burned components-check fuses. The first tubes I'd suspect are t .......

74: Vinyl Asylum, RE: New turntable decision (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-29, 11:09:59 (24.141.69.24)
I agree with the VPI sounding lackluster. The Clearaudio in this price range is too pedestrian new and I just can't come to spend that much on a Rega but of your new choices it is probably the best. .......

75: Tubes Asylum, RE: VTV tube tester manual (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-29, 11:01:09 (24.141.69.24)
I have one.. you can pm me I think.. I will dig it out and scan it over. .......

76: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quad ESL in the making (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-24, 10:06:12 (206.223.171.196)
I have gone through many iterations of the stacked Quads. Including Decca ribbons, OTLs and admittedly non-hartley woofers. My feelings were that the presentation did not sound appropriate more of a w .......

77: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Quad ESL in the making (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-23, 13:02:53 (24.141.69.24)
Hi thanks, What I've done with the current Beveridge speakers is to eliminate the internal step up transformer and crossover of the Model 3's and now direct drive them with a custom Roger Modjeski mad .......

78: Planar Speaker Asylum, Quad ESL in the making (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-22, 18:26:51 (24.141.69.24)
I'm on to my third rebuild of the ESLs. I had an opportunity to sell my other two sets earlier this year to fund some other projects and did so. I had multiple sets of transformers, EHT uni .......

79: Vintage Asylum, RE: So what did happen in the 80's that made the 70s look so good (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-22, 17:43:53 (24.141.69.24)
True enough on the era for economy, hair and politics. I got out of university in the late 80s and went through 2 recessions in 4 years after school. I was born about 10 years to late to be able to af .......

80: Vintage Asylum, RE: So what did happen in the 80's that made the 70s look so good (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-22, 17:01:44 (24.141.69.24)
80's- what a great time for high end- some companies benefited from rolling around in the late 70's and perfected their designs. American specialist manufacturers ruled with computer technology trickl .......

81: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Research SP11 question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-14, 06:30:06 (24.141.69.24)
I haven't looked at the schematic -if the value is correct what they were likely attempting is to get the correct power dissipation by paralleling multiple resistors. The single resistor may not be ab .......

82: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I can use some assitance here.These are my Fisher 55a amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-10, 14:57:26 (24.141.69.24)
Looks like an EIMCO if so I may have something or know where to get 1 or 2 if you could get a better pic of it let me know. .......

83: Vintage Asylum, RE: if you really wanna Mac -- hold out for an MC-225 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-05, 18:42:45 (24.141.69.24)
Give them a try especially if you can try and then re-sell without any loss. You must try this stuff to find out for yourself and your own tastes. I've had a lot of first hand experience with vint .......

84: Vintage Asylum, RE: I May Be Upgrading - But Not Sure. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-08-05, 15:42:29 (24.141.69.24)
I think you would be shocked at how good the Sherwood really is. I had one and it was quite amazing on the quad esl. I don't want to rain on your dream but the MC 60 may not be what you think it is. T .......

85: Vintage Asylum, RE: Reciever repair in San Fransisco area? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-22, 18:59:12 (24.141.69.24)
You can try Nick Gowan at True Sound in Campbell. Not sure whether he would take on a receiver or not... but he is certainly capable. On vintage Marantz: I've restored a few , even their big quad rece .......

86: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: V-Cap Teflon Question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-22, 12:31:30 (206.223.171.196)
I highly doubt V-cap manufactures these caps. They commission the manufacturing to someone like American Capacitor Manufacturing to build to spec. I read somewhere where a reviewer thought they were m .......

87: Vinyl Asylum, RE: no wall wart (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-12, 19:31:23 (24.141.69.24)
Well that's different then . Modified- you didn't specify that. I owned and played with Oracle turntables for about 25 years. Taking a picture of what you have will help if you've modified the table. .......

88: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Oracle Delphi mk2 question........dynamic isolator (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-12, 14:33:49 (24.141.69.24)
Hi There, You can plug in your table right in off of your wall wart supply.. the dynamic isolator was a add on product which really was a bank of capacitors between the wall wart and table. As long a .......

89: Vintage Asylum, RE: Can anyone tell me what kind of AC plug this is on my Leak amp? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-03, 19:16:16 (24.141.69.24)
Hi yes looks the same,j however wrong size and wrong profile. You will notice on Mike's amp the female socket has a rabbet in it to accept ridged male socket .. You're recommendation does not ha .......

90: Vintage Asylum, RE: Can anyone tell me what kind of AC plug this is on my Leak amp? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-02, 19:30:12 (24.141.69.24)
Actually that one will not work it is a miniature version Michael if you need one I have the real deal in my stash you can pm me .......

91: Vintage Asylum, RE: Ok Leak Amp owners..Here is a great mod and it keeps the original look. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-07-02, 04:43:29 (24.141.69.24)
Great solution for a great amp. I love what polypropylene film caps can do for an amp. I plan to use the unlytics for my futterman (800uf) output couplers I think you have to send in an RFQ to unlytic .......

92: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Bay Area quad esl 63 question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-06-25, 15:32:58 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, Nick Gowan in Campbell is a good bet. I believe at some point he modified Quads for a living. I can recommend Wayne Piquet for panel rebuilds as well- he is in Florida. Good luck ::: TOPIC: .......

93: Tubes Asylum, RE: Might be, the only way to know... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-06-18, 19:07:16 (24.141.69.24)
I would never entertain the diode trick as noted above with potentially cutting traces etc. The ARC piece is a high end component that just does not justify that kind of treatment. Try another tube, c .......

94: Vintage Asylum, RE: Bedini Amps on CL?? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-06-13, 16:45:24 (24.141.69.24)
What a great score. I really like the Bedini Class A amps not sure of the true class of operation of those models you have in particular, however I think you made out well. I have a 25/25 here and .......

95: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: esl 57s with SET811 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-06-13, 15:47:52 (24.141.69.24)
I am not sure about this amp- but, I successfully drive a pair of ESLs with a Wyetech 211 amp .. it is glorious. Tons of drive for a SET it is a very special and the ESLs love it. .......

96: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Are there selected components he can swap out (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-26, 16:41:12 (24.141.69.24)
I would restuff the can caps or fit snap in type if you don't care for original appearance. The Mepco can caps are now overdue for replacement. Coupling caps are up to the flavour of choice and can co .......

97: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Research SP8...Experts need your help (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-26, 14:12:13 (24.141.69.24)
Hi The factory won't update SP8's anymore they are out of production and it involved changing the whole board out. You are right a MKII will cost at least $1200-1600 and they are worth every penny. I .......

98: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Research SP8...Experts need your help (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-26, 11:08:40 (206.223.171.196)
You want a MK II for sure. There were 7 revisions as I recall. If you go on to the ARC data base you will likely see the difference between a MK 1 and a MK II in the board layout. MKI FP type caps in .......

99: OTL Asylum, RE: a jolt (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-06, 16:23:01 (24.141.69.24)
Thanks Roger, I didn't mean to start a storm. The transparency of the amp speaks for its self. It really is the way to drive these speakers. Others like de Paravinci have flirted with versions of DD .......

100: OTL Asylum, RE: Berning ZH270 vs ZH230 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-05, 16:38:21 (24.141.69.24)
I had a ZH-270 which I ordered directly from Berning & had it for years. I did hear the new 230 but only in show conditions so I would be no help to you unfortunately. .......

101: OTL Asylum, RE: Direct Drive (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-03, 16:22:11 (24.141.69.24)
"This couldn't be a commercial product unless it was caged and mono. I have no pets and the room is mine so my grown kids don't come down to fuss around and neither does my spouse" Yes, agreed- I men .......

102: OTL Asylum, RE: European source (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-02, 04:08:42 (24.141.69.24)
Yes, I read that post sometime ago whereby a Beveridge owner was had by improper refurbishment of his panels. That outfit was in Germany. The link ,posted, I referred to, is in Italy. I chatted with .......

103: OTL Asylum, RE: Source for aluminized mylar (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-01, 15:43:51 (24.141.69.24)
Got it, I will send Roger a note. There is a guy somewhere in the Midwest that claims , on his website at least, that he can repair the Bev panels. As you know, they are different beast from the other .......

104: OTL Asylum, RE: Save money on Speaker wire Direct Drive- Bevridge (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-05-01, 09:05:41 (24.141.69.24)
Hi Lew, No, the amp in my equipment rack is the Wyetech Topaz 150lb behemoth SET. This is actually what I used to drive the line sources before the Direct Drive amp arrived. It is quite special. The p .......

105: OTL Asylum, RE: All tube input and driver stage? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-30, 15:53:53 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, I think you have my Email Lew. This is a stereo amp. I did not know how I would like it. I elected to minimize the investment, after all these are 30year old speakers. One bad panel and thes .......

106: OTL Asylum, RE: Save money on Speaker wire Direct Drive- Bevridge (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-30, 04:12:03 (24.141.69.24)
Hi Thanks I would love to find an OTL 3 one day - I have the original Futterman H3 - the Stax are amazing. The output are 26DQ5 TV deflection tube. More robust than the 36Dk6 on the original and chea .......

107: OTL Asylum, Save money on Speaker wire Direct Drive- Bevridge (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-29, 19:37:21 (24.141.69.24)
I finally received my direct drive amp from Roger Modjeski for my Beveridge Model 3 speakers. This amp gets rid of all transformers to the line sources and provides the High Voltage Polarizing .......

108: General Asylum, RE: Haven't seen Beveridge's in a while! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-24, 08:14:25 (24.141.69.24)
Thanks, Stay tuned- I will post in the next while in the appropriate forums some (hopefully) major changes to the Beveridges that will take them up a few notches.... it has taken quite some time an .......

109: General Asylum, RE: care to share pic of your main system? here's mine (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-24, 08:09:49 (24.141.69.24)
The speakers I am using right now are Beveridge Model 3 electrostatics. Blast from the past- early 1980's. They do a few things that even modern speakers have trouble with now. Thanks.. .......

110: General Asylum, RE: care to share pic of your main system? here's mine (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-24, 05:41:53 (24.141.69.24)
Ok here it is, Thanks. .......

111: Tubes Asylum, RE: Scott 222 d switch needed? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-09, 12:55:03 (24.141.69.24)
Try here...good luck! .......

112: Tubes Asylum, RE: Radio Electric Supply,FLA aka vacuumtubes.net-experiences? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-03, 03:46:55 (24.141.69.24)
Thank you. .......

113: Tubes Asylum, Radio Electric Supply,FLA aka vacuumtubes.net-experiences? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-04-02, 19:05:02 (24.141.69.24)
Has anyone had any recent experience with Radio Electric Supply aka vacuumtubes .net (same outfit ) in Florida? Appreciate any feedback... Thanks .......

114: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Would you replace a pass labs aleph ono with a arc ph3? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-03-31, 15:47:00 (24.141.69.24)
Check with ARC Many of their preamps and in this case perhaps, phono pre amps, have the facility to adjust gain by virtue of changing value of feedback resistors in the unit ... a simple tech job. :: .......

115: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You can laugh at my misfortune (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-03-29, 18:44:22 (24.141.69.24)
Koetsu Rosewood Signature Platinum All fixed now -back to Japan at "Sugano-san's" magic workshop and returned in about 5-6 weeks with a personal hand written certificate of the total re-build. I have .......

116: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You can laugh at my misfortune (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-03-29, 16:53:14 (24.141.69.24)
Take a look at this, Guess what cartridge this is.. don't feel so bad. Where's that pesky diamond gone to? I have no idea! Never used any fluid on this stylus - so no blame there. Happened - during .......

117: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: paint for Citation II tranformers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-03-27, 15:50:32 (24.141.69.24)
I used high temperature paint from Stove Bright, I see you've done the work already- see the link for colors. I also use an acid etch primer available in cans from real auto supply outlets.. every .......

118: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Pinging Brian Kearns (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-03-17, 14:36:14 (24.141.69.24)
Here you go: .......

119: Vintage Asylum, RE: Can you rehab grills on Quad ESL57's? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-03-05, 14:06:44 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, Yes you can rehab original grills to a point. They are made of aluminum and were originally anodized You can give original grills a bath with a hand shower in the tub & let them dry .......

120: OTL Asylum, RE: Thanks for the correction,.. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-27, 01:54:26 (24.141.69.24)
I have the Model 3's- thanks .......

121: OTL Asylum, RE: Beveridge? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-19, 16:21:41 (24.141.69.24)
I have not looked at this schematic in a long time. I am by no means an expert. It is part of the motional feedback system Beveridge used by injecting Rf and feeding back net diaphragm displacement rf .......

122: OTL Asylum, RE: Its amazing where these things turn up. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-17, 10:54:04 (206.223.171.196)
Quite a bit of skill there on the part of the builder for a "one-off" Looks like nice work and a lot of resources and time put into the effort. .......

123: OTL Asylum, RE: Beveridge? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-17, 10:48:56 (206.223.171.196)
Hi, The RELs tie to the outputs of the amp driving the Bev woofers and the RELS have their own internal crossover. It is REL "trademark" of how they hook up and the sub "sees" what the amp sees. This .......

124: OTL Asylum, RE: Beveridge? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-17, 10:09:37 (206.223.171.196)
Hi there, I'm not sure if you are being serious LOL! .. if you look up at my first reply to the thread you'll see I posted a BIG pic of the amp and one up its skirt. I've hand built a lot of amps and .......

125: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Not sure Lemon Law applies for something he bought new in 1987... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-17, 09:49:42 (206.223.171.196)
Yes this piece could be close to 30 years old, I heartily recommend you find a good local service tech if the owner is attached to it. For comparison, I have a Bedini amp that is similar vintage. It h .......

126: OTL Asylum, RE: Fair point about "hijacking"... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-16, 18:57:35 (24.141.69.24)
PM sent .......

127: OTL Asylum, RE: A question about your Model 3s (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-16, 13:31:43 (24.141.69.24)
We are hijacking this thread! My placement is the classicly recommended positioning facing each other. They are on the short wall about 16' apart. The length of the room is about 40' If you PM I can s .......

128: OTL Asylum, RE: Beveridge? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-15, 17:10:11 (24.141.69.24)
Yes Beveridge, I have the Model 3's. I am passively biamping right now with solid state on the woofers and believe it or not, a 18 wpc 211 SET Wyetech Labs Topaz on the line source. I have replaced th .......

129: Speaker Asylum, RE: Velodyne F1200 cooked resistor - need value (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-15, 16:10:37 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, The likelihood of the resistor causing your failure is minimal. .......

130: OTL Asylum, RE: Thanks for the correction,.. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-15, 16:04:44 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, The Citation II uses a pentode input 12BY7, in a very wide bandwidth design. It is a good push pull amp - not my absolute favourite. I can see why some may really like it. Some of th .......

131: OTL Asylum, RE: Thanks for the correction,.. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-15, 16:04:19 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, The Citation II uses a pentode input 12BY7, in a very wide bandwidth design. It is a good push pull amp - not my absolute favourite. I can see why some may really like it. Some of th .......

132: OTL Asylum, RE: I've read that the 12B4A is amazing (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-15, 12:47:50 (24.141.69.24)
No Marantz amp ever used the 12B4 input tubes or drivers. Marantz utilized 12ax7 and 6cg7 in the Model 2 and 6BH6 and 6CG7 in the Model 5 and 8B 12B4 is a medium mu triode which was used in tv sets fo .......

133: Vintage Asylum, RE: HK Citation II modern equivalent? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-14, 15:09:19 (24.141.69.24)
Why have you given up on a Citation II? There are plenty around. I had one for sale on another site and did not get the kind of interest I was looking for so here it sits. There are plenty abou .......

134: OTL Asylum, RE: Harvard Electronics = Futterman (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-13, 17:36:55 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, I think I have a review of this amp in my Harvey Rosenberg booklet that he put out on OTL amplifiers. You have some work to do. Looks like a selenium rectifier and all the caps need to go. .......

135: Speaker Asylum, RE: Can Magnapans handle a 20 watt amp? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-13, 14:35:21 (24.141.69.24)
Yikes, As John Cleese has said: "Not bloody likely" The Sherwood, by the way, is excellent on Quad ESLs... now there's a thought.... .......

136: OTL Asylum, RE: Harvard Electronics = Futterman (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-13, 13:51:05 (24.141.69.24)
Lew if you've actually met Futterman then you know better than I. My understanding from the reading I have done including the partisan book by Rosenberg I have on hand is that both Harvard Instruments .......

137: OTL Asylum, RE: Harvard Electronics H-1 OTL Amp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-13, 07:21:07 (24.141.69.24)
That is a really nice find. I have the H3 Stereo model. These work really great on Quad Esl's Harvard Electronics built these under license for Futterman. .......

138: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Poor-Boy Micro Seiki RX5000 Clone (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-06, 17:58:59 (24.141.69.24)
Nice work! .......

139: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Why doesn't anyone make an original Quad clone? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-06, 17:56:25 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, I never really wondered why they could not be put back into production. Not in North America anyway, far too labour intensive. I'm not sure anyone could master the transformers either. If .......

140: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Where Modernity and Classic Phono Stages Meet.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-04, 15:21:05 (24.141.69.24)
The Consolettes are dual mono..with variable switching for different recording equalizations. The PS cans all re-stuffed with top grade Nichicons and all couplers caps are up to spec. I can listen al .......

141: Vinyl Asylum, Where Modernity and Classic Phono Stages Meet.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-02-03, 18:58:05 (24.141.69.24)
I unshelved my Marantz Consolettes tonight. They'll play with the tricked out 3 box 150lb Aesthetix Io with volume controls. Really nice, not as accurate as the Io but totally enjoyable. More thoug .......

142: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Synergistic Research Red Fuse (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-01-11, 17:53:09 (24.141.69.24)
Hi Lew What I am saying is less than ".1" of a miliohm or 1^-4 You are correct , a standard VOM would never capture this and the source impedance of a transformer high tension winding might be 2-5 oh .......

143: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Synergistic Research Red Fuse (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-01-09, 09:26:40 (24.141.69.24)
Well, I think Hi fi Tuning presents measurements for resistance of their fuses in order of milliohms in one direction and a difference of ++1/10 milliohms in the other direction- or to that effect. I .......

144: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Synergistic Research Red Fuse (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-01-09, 08:00:23 (24.141.69.24)
This seems to be a consistent observation. I've tried the Hi Fi tuning brand (older type) with mixed results. Did you try altering the orientation?.. the claim is that they are directional - which I f .......

145: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: buying maggies in canada from the US (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2016-01-09, 07:54:12 (24.141.69.24)
Hi Well it's a nice dream. All manufacturers sell in $USD to their dealer network and the prices are adjusted accordingly in the Canadian market. So there would be no advantage at all - Canadian Manuf .......

146: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: New Respect for Quad Rebuilders with an electrostatic shootout (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-12-11, 19:33:54 (24.141.69.24)
Hi there, Well I have a strong bias for the 57s but Beveridges do so much so well. The 63s are breaking in now and I will post further thoughts in time. The 63s are more dynamic play louder and are ea .......

147: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Affixing acoustic foam panels to wood surface (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-12-10, 07:13:25 (206.223.171.196)
Hi there, Spray glue does not work at all it will fall because of the cellualar structure of the foam. 3M 777 type. I have found contact cement better but still problematic.The best solution is heavy .......

148: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: New Respect for Quad Rebuilders with an electrostatic shootout (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-12-09, 09:46:47 (206.223.171.196)
Hi Bob, They are actually Model 3's... stay tuned I will be direct driving these with tubes off the plates OTL style and eliminating the step up transformer and the cross over direct to the line sour .......

149: Planar Speaker Asylum, New Respect for Quad Rebuilders with an electrostatic shootout (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-12-08, 19:21:53 (24.141.69.24)
Spent last weekend putting together my USA Monitors after Wayne Piquet shipped back 8 rebuilt panels.. I intend to do a review - but I can say this his work is impeccable and he is a true .......

150: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Goldmund Studietto/T5 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-11-21, 19:53:56 (24.141.69.24)
Hi, The Studietto is a nice table.. I'm not sure I can think of anything in the new 2k range that would be competitive. Lurne the designer was quirky and to some extent the table has a bit of a homema .......

151: Speaker Asylum, RE: To purchase an electronic sub crossover? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-07-30, 13:36:04 (206.223.171.196)
I have tried mating subs to stats with electronic crossovers to gain the inherent advantage of removing strain from the full range panels. The problem for me: every electronic crossover I have tried ( .......

152: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Feikert alignment jig (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-07-06, 11:16:07 (206.223.171.196)
Hi I have just set up a new table with the Feikert. It gets you in the ballpark and is probably the best tool of its type for the price. Once dialed in with the Feikert I used a laser etched Mint Pro .......

153: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: My HK Citation2 meter quit working (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-06-10, 10:15:54 (206.223.171.196)
Hi, Unfortunately, there are no mechanical reproduction replacement meters for the Citation II that are of the right form factor. I am pretty sure McShane offers a solution for the Citation V .. none .......

154: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Acoustat Model 6 Restoration Project (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-02-28, 16:26:38 (24.141.58.252)
Really nice work.... .......

155: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: phono stage sound mcintosh c22 or arc sp3 updated (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-01-24, 17:21:08 (24.141.58.252)
I have the ARC SP3-a1, Marantz 7and just sold my ARC SP 8 which I owned new since '83. I've had the Mc C22 in the system and have had the ARC SP 10. I now use a 3 box preamp that must weigh over 100lb .......

156: Vinyl Asylum, RE: SME Model 20/3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-01-19, 17:58:57 (24.141.58.252)
I have an SME V on an Oracle Mk V. I've been tempted by more exotic arms but as I get older I'm less inclined to fuss around and pay several times the price of the SME. Bouts with Syrinx,Lurne,Goldmun .......

157: Tubes Asylum, RE: Citation V and Marantz 8b question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-01-05, 13:25:30 (206.223.171.196)
Hi Mike, Nice work. I did not mean to confuse modify with upgradess. I have "upgraded" many classics and would never modify them. I tend to restuff cans to really maintain a look.. but that is tedious .......

158: Tubes Asylum, RE: Citation V and Marantz 8b question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2015-01-05, 10:58:35 (206.223.171.196)
Hi there, As you have seen,the Citation V depending on condition, could vary between $1000-1500 for good examples with lucky finds not included. The Marantz 8b would be higher more like $1800-2500 for .......

159: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Question to owners of Feickert Uni Protractor (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-12, 15:32:28 (24.141.58.252)
Funny...let me know when you find a solution I am in the same boat...! .......

160: Vintage Asylum, RE: Ranking Of Vintage Tube Preamps While We Are At It (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-12, 15:25:52 (24.141.58.252)
They are all different. I like the ARC SP 3a-1 and SP8 and the Counterpoint SA 5.1. I am less fussy on the C22 (although I could appreciate why one would like it) and Citation I (I think I like the IV .......

161: Vintage Asylum, RE: Restore and upgrade that baby. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-11, 08:38:57 (206.223.171.196)
I understand that this pre has some followers in the vintage world. I have never done a comparison between it a say a C22 , Marantz 1 or 7 ARC SP3 etc. I have a 3 or 4 vintage pre's (some mentioned ab .......

162: Vintage Asylum, RE: Dynaco MK IV (Long) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-11, 08:26:11 (206.223.171.196)
Great news that you have decided to make your amp safe and reliable. There are many options from straight repair to modifications that transform Dynacos to a mere shadow of their former selves. Any c .......

163: Vintage Asylum, RE: The Whole HK Citation II Craze (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-08, 20:04:59 (204.101.24.218)
I did not describe the sound of the Citation as exhibiting clarity but I did imply that we have different opinions. I would also be surprised if you cared or preferred what Rosen or anyone else exact .......

164: Vinyl Asylum, RE: bought a used car and promptly lost all interest in home system (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-08, 18:03:36 (206.47.143.196)
Well done, I wish I could afford what I want to drive- no where close . We have a BMW in the family but its not what I would choose if I had the real opportunity to make a choice. The audio hobby is r .......

165: Vintage Asylum, RE: The Whole HK Citation II Craze (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-08, 17:40:26 (206.47.143.196)
Hi there, I have actually met Joe and we have listed to systems together including mine. He actually does know what he is talking about and I can understand how someone could form an opinion on Joe's .......

166: Vintage Asylum, RE: The Whole HK Citation II Craze (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-12-08, 14:55:00 (206.47.143.196)
Hi, I am probably going to differ on the "deuce" induldgence to some extent as built in this forum. I personally find the amp a little hard and grainy probably a function of my preference for electros .......

167: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Research SP3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-30, 19:48:51 (24.141.58.252)
Hi you can refurbish the SP3 without the ARC upgrade. It involves restuffing the cans for the 12v supply and using modern 525v cans for the B+ with the old base cleanly cut off and epoxied to the new .......

168: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Squealing Quad (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-22, 05:00:43 (24.141.58.252)
Unfortunately, the diaphragm material might have delaminated from the framework of one of the electrostatic elements. Only one element can be repaired or replaced but it involves "de-socking" the spea .......

169: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Did you give up on subwoofers for Quad ESL-63s? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-21, 16:28:03 (24.141.58.252)
Hi, I am now using a pair of REL new S2 series 10" drivers with matching passive in each box. The are very tight and articulate a pretty good combination with the Quads. My real experiment is coming .......

170: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Did you give up on subwoofers for Quad ESL-63s? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-20, 13:12:57 (206.223.171.196)
What is your experience with the Gradient? My issue with subs -not so much dipole vs. non-dipole- rather is the crossover impingement on quality of sound. I find that crossovers largely made of op-amp .......

171: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Custom CAN Capacitors (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-19, 08:34:51 (206.223.171.196)
Zack Electronics has vanished. You can rebuild yourself or use Tubes and More as suggested. Otherwise you can tack in axials or radials below deck and leave the cans in place for show. Good Luck. ::: .......

172: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: "Popping" problem with Quad ESL (57) (Long, but thorough....) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-06, 16:41:31 (24.141.58.252)
Unfortunately , you are going to have to do the detective work here. I can vouch for WPKs work...but then anything is possible. Isolate the panel, power supply (including power transformer) and audio .......

173: Tubes Asylum, RE: So what other amps should I try, and why DO I need a preamp? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-06, 08:34:46 (206.47.223.12)
I will go against the grain here. I have a mint example of a McShane Level II upgraded Citation II. I have mint updated Marantz Model 8b,5s,2s. I have had a Citation I- sold it, still have a Marantz 7 .......

174: General Asylum, RIP HP (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-05, 18:37:41 (24.141.58.252)
His first issues of the Absolute Sound influenced my passion for this crazy hobby as a teenager. Those very same issues are still entertaining today. Thank you HP for defining the industry and giving .......

175: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz 8B - Whew! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-11-04, 18:39:32 (24.141.58.252)
The 8b is prolific in sound and construction...I use the 8b, Model 5 and Model 2 (wow!) Missing the model 9's Congratulations on a great amp. .......

176: Tubes Asylum, RE: NOS RCA 211s (7) and GE (2) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-10-30, 09:42:51 (206.47.223.12)
Hi you can check ebay.. for recent auctions. .......

177: Vinyl Asylum, Garrard Latest Bearing/Platter/Plinth Options (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-10-23, 07:58:55 (206.47.223.12)
Hi, I have a Garrard 301 Cream grease bearing that I'd like to include in the regular rotation. I currently have a Rega arm on in but can adapt to a 12" which is the goal. It is in great shape North A .......

178: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Anyone know where to find out the cartridge 'rise time'? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-10-22, 04:50:26 (24.141.58.252)
Peter Moncrieff of International Audio Review (IAR) devoted a journal examining the rise time of popular MC cartridges in the early eighties. It was an interesting study for a parameter that is not wi .......

179: Speaker Asylum, RE: Well, just for the sake of discussion, how much do you think the total costs of exhibiting are? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-10-14, 17:23:09 (206.47.143.196)
Great assessment and the math works. It is incredibly expensive to attend trade shows .. the current environment for high end makes it a real gamble unless sharing with a known dealer that is aligned .......

180: Vintage Asylum, RE: How do you like this Factory built Citation 2? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-09-21, 18:26:00 (24.141.58.252)
Hi What is the 3 terminal device on each board? Thanks. .......

181: Vintage Asylum, RE: Source For Vintage Marantz Schematics? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-09-14, 15:01:30 (24.141.58.252)
Try HiFilit .......

182: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Gaa! My Cardas Neutral Ref DIN won't work with my new XP-15 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-08-29, 18:36:09 (24.141.58.252)
You can modify it if you are handy...... .......

183: Radio Road, RE: Dial String Slippage (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-08-22, 06:28:11 (206.47.223.12)
Violin bow rosin works great. I have had success with it. Good luck .......

184: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: ESl63 treble versus esl57 teble (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-08-21, 06:54:38 (206.47.223.12)
I would have to agree that I prefer the esl 57 treble presentation .. it does beam though and the USA monitors I have are probably better balanced all round speakers but re-furbed esl 57s are my prefe .......

185: Vintage Asylum, RE: Scott 130 Preamp phono connection oddity. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-08-21, 06:50:46 (206.47.223.12)
I feel for you. The Audio Research SP 3a I have also has this sort of non-intuitive input-output arrangement. Of course, I never read the manuals! It took several hours of "trouble shooting" until the .......

186: Vintage Asylum, Are you handy? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-08-06, 18:09:12 (24.141.58.252)
I made these up... banana jacks and some small stakon connectors. They work great. .......

187: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Berning (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-07-27, 20:13:13 (24.141.58.252)
Hi, I always wanted to do this one day on my ZH-270. You've given me some encouragement. Thanks. .......

188: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Has this heart stopper ever happened to anyone else? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-07-24, 19:28:08 (24.141.58.252)
Pretty much did that last night with my Koetsu Rosewood Signature Platinum cartridge. For me it is my close up eyesight that is not what it used to be so I need my specs. Did not hit the mat with the .......

189: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Recomendations for subwoofer:Beveridge, ESL & USA Monirors (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-07-03, 18:34:34 (24.141.58.252)
Thanks... I have the model 3's that don't have an integral amp. You can split the ESL element to bi-amp with internal passive cross over or eliminate the internal crossover and use an active crossover .......

190: Planar Speaker Asylum, Recomendations for subwoofer:Beveridge, ESL & USA Monirors (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-07-02, 19:28:02 (24.141.58.252)
Looking for a recomendation for a fast innocuous sub for the Beveridge Model 3 s and possible use with the ESL and USA Monitors. Preference not to go through the subs high pass filter for the lines so .......

191: Tubes Asylum, RE: Help choosing my last tube purchase - preamp or amp? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-06-26, 14:10:46 (209.226.201.242)
I have run into your forays into equipment swaps over some time here. We all do it but you will have to invest heavily to get sweeter than the Sherwood . You have had your share of gear. Nail your spe .......

192: Vintage Asylum, RE: Eico dispute (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-05-14, 08:29:24 (206.47.223.12)
Yikes, I would put you on my do not sell list! sorry. .......

193: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube Power Amps ... power supply capacitance. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-04-09, 18:28:16 (24.141.58.252)
I've always liked the math the Roger Hebert of Wyetech offers as an explanation on this subject. .......

194: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Acoustat (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-04-03, 17:49:02 (24.141.58.252)
I had a pair of model 3's they are about 36" wide the model 2's were about 20" wide . Each were about 60" high. Thanks. .......

195: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Acoustat (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-04-03, 15:47:33 (24.141.58.252)
They sound like model III's (flat panels) if they were Model X (curved array)you missed the deal of the century! .......

196: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Recommendation for Quad 57 electronics (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-26, 17:24:18 (24.141.58.252)
Nice. I have two pairs from PK myself.. I am now experimenting with Beveridges. .......

197: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Recommendation for Quad 57 electronics (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-26, 15:09:26 (206.47.223.12)
Nice set up. I have always liked Croft's offerings. Have you had the ESLs refurbished? .......

198: Tubes Asylum, RE: Which current production 12AX7 ... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-26, 10:41:35 (206.47.223.12)
Hi Jim, Just want to compliment you for your service on and off these boards. I am a satisfied customer and appreciate the service and knowledge you provide to the group! .......

199: Tubes Asylum, RE: Which current production 12AX7 ... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-26, 09:42:41 (206.47.223.12)
Better bring me a bucket! thanks..... .......

200: Tubes Asylum, RE: Which current production 12AX7 ... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-25, 11:02:55 (206.47.223.12)
Take what I have to say with a grain of salt. Mendel is correct there are no current production tubes that rival carefully chosen NOS or used old stock tubes. The 12ax7 has got to be the one of the mo .......

201: Vintage Asylum, RE: Classic Marantz paint (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-19, 09:07:49 (206.47.223.12)
Hi, You may want to get in touch with "Marantzguy" who had commented on this topic some time ago in the vintage forum. Goodluck.. let us know if you are successful. .......

202: OTL Asylum, RE: Your model 3s (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-03-03, 14:19:20 (24.141.58.252)
My 3's have the same panels as the model 2(SW)..I am essentially in the same climate as you with long dry winters and incredibly humid summers (when it even gets warm!). I have talked the previous own .......

203: OTL Asylum, RE: ferrite beads (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-02-27, 11:52:31 (206.47.223.12)
I know the characteristics of new tubes can cause issue in circuits where old ones existed. I doubt the 10uf cap was chosen deliberately as a bandwidth limiting etc part. You could try a Solen 10uf in .......

204: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz Model 7 preamp: Shock mount replacement revisited (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-02-26, 16:50:38 (24.141.58.252)
Great! ... all the ones I have seen have been black . Enjoy the pre! .......

205: OTL Asylum, RE: Klyne, Beveridge system (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-02-26, 16:42:00 (24.141.58.252)
Interesting comments on the grid stop resistors. On the Futterman amp I have ferrite beads have been installed on the connections to the tube sockets to deal with such potential oscillations. Somethin .......

206: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz Model 7 preamp: Shock mount replacement revisited (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-02-26, 16:01:15 (24.141.58.252)
Nice detective work. I have not seen green original shock mounts before on Model 7's so that shot of your friend's unit was interesting. Not having the hardware to rebuild solved! I introduced the reb .......

207: Vintage Asylum, RE: Anybody have a ARC sp3a1 service manual (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-02-05, 18:29:49 (24.141.58.252)
I have one,...ARC used to supply them for $10 might be a little more. It is a great value at double that. .......

208: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: 8 days to go..ESL 57's. Wooppee! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-29, 18:39:35 (24.141.58.252)
You will love them.. enjoy, I have several pairs.. I love them that much! AJ .......

209: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Beveridge Model 3 Refurb...done: Phase 1- Not Maggies (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-28, 04:06:48 (24.141.58.252)
Hi, I have the 211c . Yes , the Wyetech is a pretty incredible machine- I was warned about the power requirements for the Bevs . The Wyetech does bring them to life. Thanks .......

210: Planar Speaker Asylum, Beveridge Model 3 Refurb...done: Phase 1- Not Maggies (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-27, 18:49:06 (24.141.58.252)
Thought I'd mix it up a little with some news on speakers other than Maggies! I had posted a little while ago about my recent acquisition : a pair of Model 3's. I have finished the primary refurb .......

211: Vintage Asylum, RE: And people think Marantz 7C preamps and Western Electric amps bring huge money? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-21, 18:18:26 (24.141.58.252)
That is one beautiful car... .......

212: Vintage Asylum, RE: Heathkit UA-1's Max Damping vs. Unity (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-19, 19:06:03 (24.141.58.252)
I have two pairs that I use from time to time with Quad ESLs I like the max setting which takes the feedback from the 16 ohm tap of the output in the normal way. The unity setting takes it through a s .......

213: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: ARC SP-3 vs. SP-8 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-19, 17:38:50 (24.141.58.252)
I have both of these. I have lived with the SP-8 for about 30 years purchasing it brand new. I have the SP3a-1 as well. Sp3 more romantic and round. SP8 quieter more solid bass for a tube preamp . .......

214: OTL Asylum, RE: Crossover, etc (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-01, 17:21:10 (24.141.58.252)
I understand completely with regard to investment without a solid basis for keeping the speakers. I am in the same boat. The Beveridges are one of my most memorable audio experiences but 30 years hav .......

215: OTL Asylum, RE: Roger Modjeski and direct-drive ESL amplifier (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2014-01-01, 10:00:30 (24.141.58.252)
Hi Lew, I plan to use the RM DD amps to drive the Model 3s I acquired. The panels are the same as in your Model 2sw's. The natural crossover point for the 3's is 200hz it may be lower with the 2sw .......

216: OTL Asylum, RE: Roger Modjeski and direct-drive ESL amplifier (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-12-31, 19:36:30 (24.141.58.252)
Hi Lew Work continues on my Beveridges and I have ordered a crossover and subs from RM. The DD are in sight for the New Year. I am not sure how how he would vary the polarizing voltage required in his .......

217: Planar Speaker Asylum, Beveridge Model 3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-12-27, 15:05:59 (24.141.58.252)
Hello, Taking a long shot. Does anyone have a user manual for this speaker or can direct me to one? Any Beveridge model will do at this point. I would just like to have it on hand. I acquired a pai .......

218: OTL Asylum, RE: Thanks. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-12-25, 01:52:12 (24.141.58.252)
The stax are one of the most transparent 'stats ever. I have heard a pair .Severely difficult to drive and inefficient . The don't play loud not even for an electrostatic . The demands placed on ampli .......

219: OTL Asylum, Thanks. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-12-24, 13:45:40 (24.141.58.252)
Wow that Porsche is a true classic. Yes Futterman H3 on the rack along with all the Marantz collection except the 9s : Model 1,2,5,7,8b and 10b. Yes, the Model 3 Beveridges have a transformer and .......

220: OTL Asylum, RE: ESL panels in the Model 3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-12-24, 09:41:43 (24.141.58.252)
Hi Lew, No, the panels in the Model 3s are identical to the panels in the Model 2 and 2sw :Carbon resin stators as opposed to phenolic or FR4 type stators used in most of the Model 5s and up. Ye .......

221: OTL Asylum, Interesting.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-12-23, 14:51:07 (24.141.58.252)
Lew, I have just picked up a pair of Model 3s that I am refurbishng.. & I have ordered the Modjeski sub system and cross-over apparently designed for electrostats. The Line array will be initially dr .......

222: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Check the solder bridge between the two boards.. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-10-15, 09:56:30 (206.47.223.12)
The tube board is 90 degrees to the main board. Check the solder bridges between the two boards for cracks. Notorious on the Counterpoint thin line chassis.. Like Dan said no connection... no current .......

223: Vintage Asylum, RE: WOW ! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-10-12, 18:40:37 (24.141.58.252)
Thanks I've collected my way into a corner! I am going to start getting rid of some of the stuff you can't see.....like the Dynacos ,Heath, Sherwood etc that lead me here...the Mac is a 225 and the ta .......

224: Vintage Asylum, Vintage Pre Stack -Marantz and ARC (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-10-12, 16:38:33 (24.141.58.252)
Dusted off the Consolettes and inserted into the system. Not ideal as I am driving a LOMC through them so not terminated idealy although 47K sounds "ok". The Model 7 SP3 and SP8 will have to wa .......

225: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz model 1 preamp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-10-02, 18:33:41 (24.141.58.252)
I think all the vintage marantz tube pieces are built like jewels! .......

226: Vintage Asylum, RE: Pre amp choice (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-09-30, 11:43:28 (206.47.223.12)
I can say although I am not a big fan of the SP 9.. (there are favorites based on versions), I can tell you it is more resolving than the other choices you mention by far. You can probably pick one up .......

227: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Talk me out of buying a McIntosh 225 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-09-24, 10:29:23 (206.47.223.12)
Hi I have the MC225 and the Citation II fully restored. You won't loose money on these amps except for shipping. Upgrades usually do get reflected in the sale price positively on these unless they ar .......

228: Vintage Asylum, RE: "Restuffing" PS caps: Pros?/Cons? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-09-20, 19:18:24 (24.141.58.252)
Hi I wrote the restuff pictorial and while tedious...it is appropriate for the restoration of classic pieces like the consolettes or other rare pieces. ESR is the main parameter for electrolytic heal .......

229: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: ZH270 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-08-12, 20:04:59 (24.141.58.252)
Yes you can change it on the fly .... When lowering feedback you must watch your volume as it increases ! It is a great amp .......

230: Speaker Asylum, RE: life-changing experience: just heard Quad 57's and want to get closer to that; advice needed (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-06-17, 20:27:25 (24.141.58.252)
You are scared for life . I have 2 PK pairs and another late model pair ready to be put back together after frame touch up- that work was conducted 8 yrs ago. I also have a pair of USA monitors ....th .......

231: Vintage Asylum, RE: Vintage receivers with MC phono input? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-02-22, 13:41:23 (206.47.223.12)
Actually, Look toward: Accuphase, Denon ,Yamaha from the late 80's early 90's for some really good integrateds that will still performa well. .......

232: Tubes Asylum, RE: Quad II QCii questions (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-01-14, 19:00:20 (24.141.58.252)
1. As the QCii is powered from the Quad II, does that mean that any QCii could operate with either a 110v or 220v model? The power for both the filaments and high voltage comes through the Jones pin .......

233: Tubes Asylum, RE: my room (pics) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-01-05, 19:38:52 (24.141.58.252)
Thanks, very nice speakers. Enjoy. .......

234: Tubes Asylum, RE: my room (pics) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2013-01-05, 17:07:10 (24.141.58.252)
Wow Extremely nice finishes. Very elegant. Are those Kharma speakers? I will have about 17'x35' to work with. 2 years sound about right! .......

235: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Phono Stage makes popping noise (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2012-12-27, 03:59:32 (24.141.58.252)
Hi, I have an IO with two supplies and volume controls. Sure sounds like the power supply pass regulator. Do not attempt to measure voltages unless you are proficient. It is dangerous in there. As wel .......

236: Tubes Asylum, New Listening Room 2 years in the Making (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2012-12-26, 18:46:09 (24.141.58.252)
After 2 years of planning, living in temporary quarters and the woes of building this is all I have to show for it. New house, no dedicated room and most of my audio still packed in boxes. Se .......

237: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Any Quad ESL-57 Owners in NW PA, E OH or W NY interested in letting me audition your speakers? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2012-10-15, 04:33:50 (24.141.58.252)
Ok, good luck with your quest. Let us know if you can eventually make the comparison. AJ .......

238: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Any Quad ESL-57 Owners in NW PA, E OH or W NY interested in letting me audition your speakers? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2012-10-14, 05:53:52 (24.141.58.252)
Good luck on your adventure. I have USA monitors and a pair of ESl's refurbed by Penketh. I would love to host you, however, while only an hour or so further from Buffalo, NY. I am in Ontario, Canada. .......

239: OTL Asylum, RE: Not necessarily incorrect labels (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-10-24, 18:23:12 (24.36.165.249)
Hi, Not the input tubes but the pass regulators were switched up...labled 7044 but actually 6DR7. I'm familiar with his input circuit, thanks. .......

240: Vintage Asylum, RE: McIntosh MC30 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-10-23, 19:34:08 (24.36.165.249)
The citation v will eat it for lunch. I never understood the affection for this amp. I had and restored a pair and promptly sold them. The MC 225 is a much better amp. The 240 is also no match for th .......

241: OTL Asylum, RE: Harvard Electronics H-3 Amp Futterman (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-10-22, 18:28:25 (24.36.165.249)
Hi, I have this exact amp. Some time ago I was in the same position as you with respect to no documentation. I received the documentation, I believe via someone on Audio Asylum. I will gladly return t .......

242: Vintage Asylum, RE: 3 favorite tube amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-10-22, 17:45:49 (24.36.165.249)
Just 3 will be tough, Marantz Model 2 Futterman H-3 McIntosh MC 225 Honorable mention to Quad II because I think it is just a great industrial design. For new, I like the Wyetech Topaz 211, Berning Zh .......

243: Vintage Asylum, RE: HELP with Oil Capacitor for Marantz Five Mono Tube Amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-09-17, 17:44:45 (24.36.165.249)
Hi I have a pair as well, Try here: .......

244: Vintage Asylum, RE: Quad 11 amps :- re-paint or not (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-05-14, 19:16:32 (24.36.165.249)
Here is a link to the pair I re-furbished. Mine were not quite as bad as yours, It was a fun project .......

245: Vintage Asylum, RE: A GOOD tube amp service specialist in Toronto area? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2011-02-16, 19:10:30 (24.36.165.249)
George Jackson used to run Experimental Electronics on Annette street. He retired from that shop. He is highly competent. Don't know how you would get in touch with him now though. Dan Santoni is very .......

246: Vintage Asylum, RE: Mac 240 sound and is this the amp you love? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2010-11-29, 18:34:33 (24.36.165.249)
I have to agree with Viridian. I actually can't stomach the 240 at all. I have had in house along with the 225,275 and MC 30. Ditched all but the 225. All were restored with new couplers, bias and pow .......

247: Tubes Asylum, RE: Impedence connections on QUAD II amp for 8 and 16 ohms? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2010-07-31, 08:27:47 (24.36.67.124)
Hello, For 4-8 ohm speakers remove the link between R and S AND link instead Q to R and S to T. For 16 ohm link R and S only. .......

248: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Maplenoll Turntable - A new life for the old girl?? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2010-07-28, 14:00:25 (24.36.67.124)
Hi, I thing you still make something of that table. They are finicky for certain, yet I think there are enough people around that love them and have much experience. I set up my friend's "Airadene"(sp .......

249: Vintage Asylum, RE: AR D-76 repair shop in SF area (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2010-06-05, 16:15:04 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, I could recommend Nick Gowan in Campbell, CA or Scott Frankland formerly of MFA who hangs out at the Analog Room in San Jose You can find either, I'm sure , on the web. Both highly competent. ::: .......

250: Vinyl Asylum, RE: how about 3 different Vinyl forums? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-26, 13:05:03 (24.36.87.193)
I can see Mikel's point. This is a very active forum. It's tough to get feedback on high end gear as there are just that many participants and the mainstream posts overtake quickly. I remember similar .......

251: Tubes Asylum, RE: Anyone Used Mike Zuccaro For Repair.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-20, 04:07:05 (24.36.87.193)
I would not hesitate in using him. Very competent, you're fortunate in being so close. .......

252: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: All black polyprop. caps -- who makes them? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-13, 15:48:20 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, Mundorf comes to mind. I have also painted Vitamin Qs for a Vintage marantz refurb. .......

253: Tubes Asylum, RE: fuses in Toronto? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-12, 11:14:55 (24.36.87.193)
For specialty typs SAYAL and ElectroSonic. .......

254: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Michael Percy? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-09, 16:22:39 (24.36.87.193)
Sorry I can't agree, He makes it difficult for people to do business with him. I mean no response for days or no response at all. I have personally paypaled him assuming shipping charges as outlined .......

255: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: I have Quad 57's and just acquired a McIntosh MC 225 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-06, 14:58:09 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, Actually, I run mostly phono with an Aesthetix Io signature with volume controls and 2 power supplies. Other preamps on hand include Marantz 7, 1's, ARC SP8 & 3. I have always ultimately found th .......

256: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: I have Quad 57's and just acquired a McIntosh MC 225 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-12-05, 22:28:22 (24.36.87.193)
That is a great combination that has absolutely something special going on with it. I have the same combination. I also have the Marantz 8b, 5, and 2s along with the Heath UA2s, Citation II and Futter .......

257: Vintage Asylum, RE: ARC vs Cit (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-11-29, 17:05:19 (24.36.87.193)
I have had an ARC SP10 and an updated Citation I in my systems over the years. I no longer have either The ARC will eat the Citation for lunch especially in phono. .......

258: Vintage Asylum, RE: Yeah, I just found one. actually one of mine is a (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-11-29, 06:40:39 (24.36.87.193)
I have a 2 pair of these one restored one pair more or less original. Great value and if you can live with the power limitations. A great tube in the el84. AJ .......

259: OTL Asylum, RE: Futterman H3 Question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-11-26, 16:24:46 (209.202.65.210)
Hi, Regarding a switch; I don't use one ... just plug it in and out without problem. However, if you wish, a switched power bar is a good solution. Know that the line is not fused in this design. Rega .......

260: OTL Asylum, RE: Futterman H3 Question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-11-21, 17:46:19 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, I use the 6FW5 octal sweep tube. Make sure the regulator tubes match the circuit as the labels may not really indicate the real tubes. i.e., my screen regulators are 6dr7s yet the chassis is lable .......

261: OTL Asylum, RE: Futterman H3 Question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-11-21, 16:43:11 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, I have an H3 and Piquet refurbed ESL57s. I would not call the that combo muted at all. It is extremely revealing in the midrange. It could called a bit grainy but not muted. There are numerous .......

262: Vintage Asylum, RE: Great American Sound (GAS) Son of Ampzilla (help) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-11-06, 16:32:53 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, If you're in Southern California you're lucky to have Mike Zuccaro in San Diego. He can work on any GAS equipment. Highly recommended. Good Luck , AJ .......

263: Tubes Asylum, RE: Hey - What's That... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-10-03, 18:13:40 (24.36.87.193)
Hello Gerry, I believe the Topaz was originally designed with the 211 ala Kondo then switched out to the Svetlana 572 inorder to get more power and more reliable supply of output tubes. When the 572 w .......

264: Tubes Asylum, RE: Hey - What's That... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-09-30, 14:26:04 (24.36.87.193)
Hey, That's a Wyetech Labs Topaz 211C latest iteration with the Bartolucci output xfmr's. It is well over 100lbs and is a beast with multiple double pi filter networks and polypropylene and oil capaci .......

265: Tubes Asylum, RE: POLL: MC225 vs MC240 vs Marantz 8b with that specific tube (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-09-29, 19:28:34 (24.36.87.193)
Hi Mike, I'm not at big advocate of wholesale changes that fundementally alter a vintage piece not even a 240 for resale value purposes. I do have a Citation II with McShane mods in it . It was such .......

266: Tubes Asylum, RE: POLL: MC225 vs MC240 vs Marantz 8b with that specific tube (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-09-28, 19:03:39 (24.36.87.193)
Found one fun post by Joe Rosen, he actually knew his stuff but being highly opinionated .. it did not win him many supporters sometimes. .......

267: Tubes Asylum, RE: POLL: MC225 vs MC240 vs Marantz 8b with that specific tube (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-09-28, 18:48:41 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, My personal choice, primarily experiencing the said amps on refurbed Quad esl's, is the Marantz 8b. The McIntosh 225 may even sound a little punchier on some pop music and is a qreat choice, .......

268: Vintage Asylum, RE: Reduce gain ARC SP3 preamp? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-09-24, 18:21:24 (24.36.87.193)
You'll need a schematic, the overall gain of the unit can be set by changing the value of the feedback resistor. There are usually guidlines for this on the schematic. .......

269: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Recommended circuits for MC pre-pre amp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-08-30, 11:11:56 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, IMO an active front end for MC has always been more alive than SUT. I have used a Counterpoint SA-2 in the past (still on my shelf) with paralled 6992's. It still is quite a formidible head amp .......

270: Vintage Asylum, RE: attn: 10b owners (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-08-29, 15:44:58 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, I have rebuilt the old ones with photocells and neon bulbs and also used pre-made ones from an ebay seller (like the one pictured on the right) The latter is much easier and gets you back to li .......

271: OTL Asylum, RE: Model H-3 OTL (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-04-26, 10:42:58 (24.36.87.193)
Hi I have a H-3 by Harvard Electronics. Tech Instruments also produced the H-3. It is quite possible that the small tubes you mention (pass regulators) are part of the original circuit regardless of w .......

272: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz 7-C advice regarding reducing microphonics (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-04-10, 07:48:17 (24.36.87.193)
Hi Richard, Good tips. When I first acquired my 7c many years ago I could not figure out why it was so dusty inside. Of course it was the foam vibration pad disintegrating and leaving its mess behind. .......

273: Vintage Asylum, RE: Help Identify Resistor (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-19, 18:29:03 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, Very nice find. At 24 ohms 1% that resistor is likely the cathode bias. You will be hard pressed to find that manufacturer at this point in history. The reason it is burned up is because the tu .......

274: Vintage Asylum, RE: Check out this site for an AB marantz 7C volume pot. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-16, 15:32:54 (24.36.87.193)
Hi Mike, These are precisely the type used in vintage. I have used them with success in ARC SP3a, marantz 7 etc. They do not have a loudness tap but who cares?... They are quite highly regarded with r .......

275: Vintage Asylum, RE: Check out this site for an AB marantz 7C volume pot. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-15, 05:05:43 (24.36.87.193)
That's a bit rich! Nice stash there that you have. Or you could just buy a new one: .......

276: Vintage Asylum, RE: Futterman H-3 Rebuild (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-14, 06:05:28 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, Sorry I can't comment on the El509 as I've not had the opportunity to hear that tube in that application. I would go back to the way the circuit was intended ... but that's just me: 6x 6FW5 & t .......

277: Vintage Asylum, RE: Futterman H-3 Rebuild (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-14, 02:38:03 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, I have one of these. I think the choice is clear. The 6LF6 is unobtanium. The 6hb5 is a compactron and good sockets are hard to find. ( there is no room for a filiment transformer IMO). Go wit .......

278: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Aha, now I see the light. Thanks for the patience and, if you'll continue (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-07, 09:14:55 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, So, I'll preface what I say with: If your are going to approach quads, whatever the model, they'll need to be refurbed in order to hear what they are capable of. The ESLs or 57's (the original) .......

279: Tubes Asylum, RE: Need a R-130 adjustable resistor for a TV-7D/U ??? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-07, 07:45:30 (24.36.87.193)
I know the frustration of working on these and finding parts. I spent , I think, $200 on a lot of parts that included two NOS variable resistors for one a couple of years ago. I believe mine were 8.5K .......

280: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audio Research SP-8 Mk II. Rev 7 owners manual (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-07, 07:17:09 (24.36.87.193)
Go to the source. $10 from ARC delivered to your door; last time I ordered a manual from them a year or two ago. I still have my SP-8 MKII going on over 26years from when I originally purchased it.. n .......

281: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Is there a pecking order generally agreed upon with Quads? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-05, 18:52:38 (24.36.87.193)
"I mean, more specifically, if there is a model(s) which reproduces a fuller bass without sacrificing the sweetness for which the earlier models justly are famed?" The implication I got from your po .......

282: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Is there a pecking order generally agreed upon with Quads? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-05, 18:18:29 (24.36.87.193)
I have the PK 57s and the USA monitors. I'll be darned if I can hear a difference between the USA monitors and the 988's I think they are essentially the same. Except for some obvious robustness in th .......

283: Tubes Asylum, RIP Charlie (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-02, 17:05:03 (24.36.87.193)
This news, if true, is very sad. Rest in peace. .......

284: Vintage Asylum, RE: Just bought a pair of MC-30s and... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-03-01, 07:46:58 (24.36.87.193)
I would take a pass on this amp & especially take a pass on it for the ESL 57's... tried that and it was wobbly in the bass and very slow sounding. Before anyone suggests it, power supplies and bias s .......

285: Vintage Asylum, RE: Ebay Etiquette (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-02-28, 19:46:26 (24.36.87.193)
I routinely buy from you fine folks south of the border. Your customs form takes all but 30 seconds to fill in. I honestly don't see what the issue is. Not a big deal. If you've received your money... .......

286: Tubes Asylum, RE: Marantz Model 7 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-02-10, 14:33:12 (24.36.87.193)
Congratulations on your find, Those switch covers routinely come up on ebay if you can't find them at Newark or Allied, so keep an eye out. Otherwise, member Marantzguy is known to have a few from pas .......

287: Tubes Asylum, RE: MC275 problems (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-02-07, 18:51:49 (24.36.87.193)
Try retensioning your tube sockets... bad tension can cause loss of bias and this problem. AJ .......

288: Vintage Asylum, RE: anyone know where I can get a volume pot... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-01-31, 07:39:37 (24.36.87.193)
If you don't have luck piecing it back together, try Mark Oppat. He likely will have something that works. Good Luck, AJ .......

289: Vintage Asylum, RE: Massive Hammond (Guelph) Tube Amp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-01-30, 17:14:18 (24.36.87.193)
It may have been put together by any number of small electronics firms with iron from Hammond Manufacturing which is located in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. About 50miles SW of Toronto. AJ .......

290: Tubes Asylum, #47 & #44 LED lamps for vintage Marantz and others (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-01-20, 16:51:41 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, Thought I'd share a source for said bulbs in LED format. Was looking for #47 bulbs from the usual sources but came up short. Found an alternative source at: http://www.pinballlife.com/index .......

291: Tubes Asylum, RE: Aesthetix IO Signature tube EH67AC vs EH34 comparisons (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-01-11, 06:04:23 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, I have never tried the EH6CA7, but have been running Mullard Xf2 in the dual Io power supplies. The mullard is tighter in the bass with a more laid back natural tone. It would be interesting to .......

292: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-01-06, 16:13:28 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, Thanks to all. Anyone offer advice on the diameter of the vent hole? I have a Oracle V with SMEV and a Koetsu RSP. The Garrard is definitely more forceful and keeps toe tapping pace. The compariso .......

293: Vinyl Asylum, Garrard 301 & plinth question... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2009-01-05, 19:12:40 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, I had a bit of a marathon listening session with my good condition Garrard 301 yesterday. It rests in a laminated base of Russian birch ply and MDF venneered as shown. It is effectively seal .......

294: Vintage Asylum, Thanks... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-31, 14:32:46 (24.36.87.193)
Thanks to all, It's funny but some of you are talking about cartridges I used almost 30 years ago like the the Shure V15III in a Mayware arm and the ADC XLM. I should have kept them. I have kept my .......

295: Vintage Asylum, MM cartridge reccomendations for experiment ($300 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-29, 13:05:25 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, I have not kept up with MM design at all nor paid much attention to it. I have a Garrard 301 and plinth with a Rega 300 arm that I'd like to experiment with. Specifically, want to try out a coupl .......

296: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Confused over amp for ESL's (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-25, 10:09:30 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, I have had re-furbed esl's for a number of years. I have in house, the UA2 el84 amps that Sheldon Stokes speaks of, Mac MC225,Marantz 8b,5,2, Citation II, Berning zh270, and others. If you are .......

297: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz Consolettes done finally.. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-21, 15:03:14 (24.36.87.193)
Hi Mike, No way would I take out the oilers in the Marantz stuff! They are blue printed to original parts and Carbon Comp. resistor etc. too valuable to do otherwise. I use low ESR Nichicon UPW 105deg .......

298: Vintage Asylum, Marantz Consolettes done finally.. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-21, 13:42:03 (24.36.87.193)
After many months of restoration, the consolettes are done. Had to restuff 6 cans, replace leaky bumblebees, track down some other problems, new cabinets etc. Trying them out with the rest of th .......

299: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Fisher 400 volume control/ switch (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-21, 10:19:26 (24.36.87.193)
Not unobtanium. Here is an exact replacement for the switch of the Fisher...400,500,800 etc. Mark Oppat probably has the largest collection of vintage pots in the US with real oddballs and rebuild ser .......

300: Tubes Asylum, RE: Unlikely duo: Citation II and Marantz Consolette (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-16, 03:42:11 (24.36.87.193)
Close, Vitamin q's and some Mundorfs. Best combo I could come up with sonics wise. Thanks. AJ .......

301: Tubes Asylum, Unlikely duo: Citation II and Marantz Consolette (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-15, 18:51:09 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, I posted sometime ago that I was working on a pair of Consolettes. Restuffed all the cans and replaced most of the leaky and cracked bumblebees. All the voltages now line up and it sounds .......

302: Cable Asylum, RE: IEC Adapter (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-06, 10:17:49 (24.36.87.193)
Hello, Item 7 on the linked page looks like it would fit the bill. https://www.alliedelec.com/Catalog/pf.aspx?fn=826.pdf&pageNum=826 .......

303: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: Any comments on PHY drivers in commercial units or DIY? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-12-01, 19:40:30 (24.36.87.193)
Thanks to all for the replies. I am convinced more than ever now to seek out some PHY driver speakers to audition especially the Musical Affairs and Solovox as they are likely the most accessible to m .......

304: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Any comments on PHY drivers in commercial units or DIY? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-29, 11:15:23 (24.36.87.193)
I briefly heard an itteration of the Musical Affairs speaker sometime ago and was thinking of going down this path. I have a Wyetech Topaz 211, Berning zh270 Marantz 2's etc. 80% vinyl, in a 12 x 20 r .......

305: Tubes Asylum, RE: Thanks for the reply, but........ (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-12, 13:27:03 (24.36.87.193)
Hi, Ok, For the 6SN7 for example, bias is 23 english is 79 with a reading of 2600 being a good tube. To use the metered scale set the bias to 23 and the english to the most appropriate full scale def .......

306: Tubes Asylum, RE: Hickock 800A English setting-red dot or actual English number? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-11, 18:40:14 (24.150.114.253)
The dots correspond to the scales 3000, 6000, 15000 mhos . Pick the scale that most closely matches the transconductance of the tube. The specific english number on the chart corresponds to the engish .......

307: Vintage Asylum, RE: Fuse cap for Luxman amp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-11, 18:26:11 (24.150.114.253)
Doubt you'll be able to find just the cap unless you find something locally. Otherwise, Allied Electronics has a wide selection see if you can find something here: Good Luck .......

308: Vintage Asylum, RE: Refubing Marantz Consolette continues..... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-10, 15:41:28 (24.150.114.253)
Hi Richard, Yes, I understand the effect of re-capping these units on perceived value. I had been watching ebay for a while and it seems that they are not as badly impacted as one would think with the .......

309: Vintage Asylum, RE: Mousepad! Genius! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-09, 16:16:30 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, The mouse pads I use are a proprietary compound of rare earth compounds tuned to 3hz and prepared by diaphanous nymphs. I only have 3 more available as the manufacturing process does not now pass .......

310: Vintage Asylum, RE: Wow (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-08, 14:59:35 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, The complete thread on restuffing is here. I use some hot melt in the bottom of the can to keep things in place...AJ .......

311: Vintage Asylum, Refubing Marantz Consolette continues..... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-08, 11:49:56 (24.150.114.253)
I thought I'd show some "progress on the consolettes I'm restoring... You'll recall that I restuffed all 6 cans in the consolettes like this: Here's the pair all six cans are installed... All .......

312: Tubes Asylum, RE: Good vintage audio or electronic surplus in TO? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-11-02, 20:19:25 (24.150.114.253)
For electronics surplus ,try Electronic Surplus Industries on Sheffield. Weird hours though, so you should call ahead. Acres of stuff, lots of test equipment used to have lots of tubes though not muc .......

313: Vintage Asylum, RE: New to me Quad IIs (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-31, 13:06:59 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Nice score. If the 16uf/16uf cap is not leaky I would not change it as it is a pretty high quality oil cap. I've used a FT can electrolytic in there when they do go bad,, it fits with a c .......

314: Tubes Asylum, RE: Removing Silicone Sealant "Goo" From Caps/Shields (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-20, 18:02:36 (24.150.114.253)
Yes, If the styrenes are wrinkling maybe they have been exposed to too much heat.. Styrenes are notorious for failing after a too hot iron during installation. AJ .......

315: Tubes Asylum, RE: Removing Silicone Sealant "Goo" From Caps/Shields (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-20, 14:54:22 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I have a piece of counterpoint gear with the same technique for bypass caps. That silicone being over 2oyrs old should peel right off those slick REL caps... the polystrene bypass caps are not .......

316: Vintage Asylum, RE: Buying Russian capacitors piecemeal (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-17, 15:49:56 (24.150.114.253)
Hello Richard, The Tubestore.com has some selection of Russian caps one at a time. Regards. .......

317: Vintage Asylum, RE: What would cause an output tube to turn red (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-09, 18:39:35 (24.150.114.253)
I think Jim nailed it. Poor Socket tension, dirty sockets can cause this. Especially if they are original sockets or even the new chinese ceramic type. I assume you've changed out your coupling caps. .......

318: Vintage Asylum, RE: so... one needs small HV electrolytics to stuff in there (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-08, 17:05:21 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, In this case they are Nichicon UPW low impedence 105degree caps. Panasonic makes nice caps too. 350v and 450v radials are easily available in 10uf,22uf,33uf,etc 500v snap-ins are available fro .......

319: Vintage Asylum, RE: Restuffing can capacitors in a classic marantz : a pictorial (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-08, 16:55:30 (24.150.114.253)
Hi Brian, It was not really my intent to solicit for any work. If you're really stuck & can't do it yourself I can put some cans together for you. I doubt you'll get a regular service tech to do this .......

320: Vintage Asylum, RE: Was that a NOS unit? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-07, 20:06:33 (24.150.114.253)
Sharp eye, I like to pull the original units and keep them aside .I use a replacement can for the rebuild. It's easier with no twisted tabs to re-insert and do a neater job without cracking the mount .......

321: General Asylum, Wyetech Labs, Foundation Research, Magnum Dynalab, Morrison Audio,Dolan...nt. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-07, 19:33:37 (24.150.114.253)
nt .......

322: Vintage Asylum, RE: Restuffing can capacitors in a classic marantz : a pictorial (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-07, 17:53:46 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I use the same 12 minute epoxy. A little glue on the end of a q-tip or stick dabbed on the inside rim of the flange, then the cap slipped on and clamped, that it! AJ .......

323: Vintage Asylum, RE: About those innards ... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-07, 16:28:52 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Never had tar leak out of the inside of these type of cans, although some cans do have paper sleeves that are held in place with a blob of tar at the top the inside sleeve. Here is what is inside .......

324: Vintage Asylum, Restuffing can capacitors in a classic marantz : a pictorial (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-10-06, 19:14:15 (24.150.114.253)
You'll need a pipe cutter, your caps, some tools and a little patience Cut right above the flange Cut can and flange with innards cleaned out Epoxy solder tabs from rear of flange for .......

325: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz Model 1 Consolette Schematic (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-09-26, 15:44:29 (24.150.114.253)
Hello Richard, Thanks for the reply. The goal over the last 20-25 years has been to collect all the Marantz classic tube components. I'm getting closer in my old age with the model 1 and a pair .......

326: Vintage Asylum, Marantz Model 1 Consolette Schematic (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-09-25, 18:20:54 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, Does any anyone have or can direct me to a clean schematic of the newer version of the Consolette with the 3-12AX7s? Hifilit has one but the resolution is not that good. Just got one and lookin .......

327: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: ACOUSTATS - How much power? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-09-15, 19:37:50 (24.150.114.253)
I had model III's for many years and they like a stable solid state unit of 100wpc. At the time I used a HK citation 19 and Krell KSA, I also used Dynaco MK IIIs heavily modified and a an ARC D79 (rea .......

328: Vintage Asylum, RE: Heathkit UA-1, UA-2 or AA61 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-09-14, 10:58:33 (24.150.114.253)
I have a 2 pairs of these. One set of UA-1's and one set of UA-2's. The only difference between the two is that the shared cathode resistor in the UA-2's was increased to, I think 250 ohms from 180 oh .......

329: Vinyl Asylum, Aesthetix IO Signature w/ 2 power supplies & volume controls (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-09-01, 19:37:13 (24.150.114.253)
Mostly vinyl so don't need elaborate switching for other sources. Would love to try some other top notch stages and compare the latest. It is becoming more difficult with fewer and fewer B&M stores. A .......

330: Vintage Asylum, RE: Quad II prices (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-08-14, 15:57:10 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, Sorry, although the color matches, it is grey industrial Hammerite paint with a textured "hammered" finish. I think you'd be hard pressed to find something out of the can that works. I've come .......

331: Vintage Asylum, RE: Quad II prices (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-08-13, 11:23:10 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Ususally go from about $900-1600 a pair. The US 110v versions at the higher end in North America. I took a cosmetically challenged pair chromed the chasiss, painted the cans,added IEC with i .......

332: Vintage Asylum, Ever look for something you know you have and can't find it? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-08-04, 19:37:50 (24.150.114.253)
Ok, The day started with good intentions. A civic holiday here so a good opportunity to clean out the basement and the shop. The kids are off with their aunt and the wife is getting her hair done. I' .......

333: Vintage Asylum, RE: vintage versus new. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-07-30, 16:13:23 (24.150.114.253)
Mike, I do agree that the Beveridge and Acoustat X servo speakers are some of the best of their day. I wish I kept my Acoustat X , I foolishly traded them in for Model 3's. The Model 3's did bass bett .......

334: Vintage Asylum, RE: vintage versus new. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-07-29, 19:36:33 (24.150.114.253)
Well, I think most who have answered this thread are good intentioned in their responses. All the responses are the opinions of those in the context of their experience. I don't think anyone begrudges .......

335: Tubes Asylum, RE: Made in England Zaerix EL84s? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-07-28, 16:43:40 (24.150.114.253)
Da, I mean yes definitely look Russian! .......

336: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Suggestions for a tube amp that won't overheat in a 9" rack space? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-07-11, 15:38:48 (24.150.114.253)
Berning ZH-270 fits the bill perfectly , if you could find one. .......

337: Tubes Asylum, RE: New vs. Vintage (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-07-09, 18:18:07 (24.150.114.253)
It's not the sound of some of the new tubes that I object to, after all it is a matter of taste. We're lucky to have many of the choices we now have in new production. But to a tee, new production has .......

338: Tubes Asylum, RE: System off for 4 weeks, now tube rush on phono stage (IO) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-29, 11:42:51 (24.150.114.253)
Hi Audioquest, Unlikely it is the power supply unless perhaps you are running 1 supply per channel. Do you have volume controls?.... rotate them briskly with the source off for 10-20x... If none of th .......

339: Vintage Asylum, I hate score threads but here's a Saturday morning haul... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-28, 12:15:28 (24.150.114.253)
Got up early to grab this: *Heath W5-M with a pair of GEC KT66s *Little Bogen 6V6 amp SE *Yamaha CT 610 tuner *Pair of strange Cofell omni speakers *Pair of KLH 7s Don't really need any of it but .......

340: Tubes Asylum, RE: Biasing vintage Marantz, citation and quad (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-22, 19:34:14 (24.150.114.253)
Scrooie. I picked up the meters at our local surplus store . they were two dollars each. AJ .......

341: Tubes Asylum, RE: JOC, have you checked the absolute values versus a DVM? (n/t) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-22, 19:29:51 (24.150.114.253)
Sure, I have a couple of fluke dvms and the panel meters are exceptionally accurate. Not to 3 decimal places but very good. .......

342: Tubes Asylum, Biasing vintage Marantz, citation and quad (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-22, 18:22:03 (24.150.114.253)
Hi all, Some time ago I bought a pair of in circuit current meters used in television servicing for sweep tubes.For a couple of bucks a piece a got 8pin sockets and a small chassis. I put .......

343: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks guys...nt (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-21, 20:12:37 (24.150.114.253)
nt .......

344: Vinyl Asylum, Image posting question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-21, 18:07:32 (24.150.114.253)
Sorry, perhaps dumb question, how does one post multiple pictures in one post? Thanks, AJ .......

345: Tubes Asylum, RE: Info needed on a Black Glass Brimar 6SN7GT tube.......... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-21, 17:37:40 (24.150.114.253)
I have a pair of brown base black glass that are labled CV1988 and 6SN7GTY. Also have a pair of taller bottle black glass labled 6SN7GT. AJ .......

346: Vintage Asylum, RE: Dynaco ST 70 Owners (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-17, 17:54:15 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Try some classics, better than the bottlehead stuff in my opinion: Audio Research SP8 , Conrad Johnson PV 5 or if you could find one Music Reference RM 4. AJ .......

347: Vinyl Asylum, RE: After I watching the video Gone, Gone I lost major respect for both..... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-06-12, 18:08:32 (24.150.114.253)
Agreed. I can't cotton to this one either. .......

348: Vinyl Asylum, Good luck ...here's an alternative (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-05-31, 17:42:07 (24.150.114.253)
I've never dealt with WM. However, I've read more than my share of "where's Wally ?" threads here and elsewhere. Enough to short circuit my thoughts of ordering from him. Either you're in business or .......

349: Vinyl Asylum, RE: I've got up to $1K to blow on a cart and don't know what to do (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-05-19, 07:06:06 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I would seriously consider replacing your phono stage first. The Dynavector 17D3 suggest above would be great but requires a very good quiet phono stage. Otherwise I might look to the Lyra line .......

350: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Continuum Copperhead + Platine Verdier : Its here... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-05-02, 16:23:50 (24.150.114.253)
That is a stunning set up. Interesting combination of the copperhead and verdier. Keep us informed of your progress! AJ .......

351: Tubes Asylum, RE: Help push me over the edge and buy an MC240 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-02-26, 20:02:40 (24.150.114.253)
I must admit that the 240 is my least favorite Mc amp. I don't think the 6L6 has a place in a fine audio system. The 225 is the cream of the lot and I have the MC30's . I've done a shoot out with full .......

352: Vintage Asylum, RE: The CITATION 2 sounds much better with (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-02-20, 17:03:57 (24.150.114.253)
Yep, The chassis of the citation is really 2nd rate and the capacitor mounting bracket serves a dual function in keeping the chassis from caving in. Anything you can do to physically minimze ringin .......

353: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Counterpoint SA-220/ Tech question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-02-18, 09:30:55 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, With solid state output devices you can't ramp up with a variac. You need full voltage for the rails to get to B+ and B- you probably heard chattering of the relay on the way up to full B+. ::: .......

354: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: OK then, (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-01-21, 07:25:26 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, Sorry I don't have the German panels any longer. I can send along the NOS panel if you wish. You can PM offline to arrange. Thanks. AJ .......

355: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: The comments above... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-01-19, 16:53:38 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I have had the German panels new (circa 2001) and the Piquet panels. I am running the Piquet panels now. I also have a pair of NOS never used Quad replacement tweeter panels,not sure of vintag .......

356: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz 7 & 8 Restore & Seleium Rectifiers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-01-02, 16:05:36 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, There are a few ways to open up the old cans. Some use a small jewller's saw, dremel tool or hack saw. I found all these a bit crude for a really good job. The can has a shoulder at the bottom whe .......

357: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz 7 & 8 Restore & Seleium Rectifiers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2008-01-01, 10:28:24 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, First you understand what you have here is a classic piece worth probably more than any other preamp from the era up to including the early 80’s classics like the ARC SP10, 11 etc. I’m not sayi .......

358: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz 7 & 8 Restore & Seleium Rectifiers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-12-31, 12:36:35 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, Yes, I have kept seleniums in my model 7 although I purchased new seleniums from audio classics. I noticed that the sound was more strident with the silcon rectifiers and I wanted to preserv .......

359: Vintage Asylum, RE: Marantz 7 & 8 Restore & Seleium Rectifiers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-12-31, 08:08:35 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, Agreed that seleniums should be changed, however the model 7 is a special piece. There are those that would consider it a classic and so I would not throw out the seleniums if you should ever w .......

360: Tubes Asylum, RE: Marantz 8B speaker terminal wanted !! URGENT thanks! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-12-20, 13:35:35 (24.150.114.253)
Curtis is the brand you're looking for they are the exact replacement in material and size. The CFT-4 is the one you're looking for. ElectroSonic in Canada carries the line..not sure about Hong Kng th .......

361: General Asylum, RE: Hit the Planar Asylum for this one.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-12-15, 16:57:59 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, You'll get most suggesting using the scotch double sided tape or similar that comes with window sealing kits. I have never had any long term success using these tapes. My suggestion is to seek .......

362: Vintage Asylum, RE: What part of town was this shop? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-10-30, 17:13:42 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Experimental was on Annette St. between Jane and Keele north of Bloor. The owner was George Jackson and probably fixed more vintage gear than we'll ever see. It's been over 20 years since I used h .......

363: Vintage Asylum, Toronto vintage tuner alignment...Experimental Electronics sitll around? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-10-30, 13:55:59 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Is Experimental Electronics still around?...I know they've been around for years yet some how I think we may have lost the old guy... I was looking at getting a tuner aligned and don't have the ne .......

364: Vintage Asylum, I don't feel so bad... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-10-02, 17:10:19 (24.150.114.253)
I WILL have to thin the herd eventually! .......

365: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Sprague Tel-Ohmike - need help (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-09-19, 18:17:46 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Which model do you have T0-4,5 or 6?...I have a 6. You should recap the power supply at minimum. I also recapped the bridge circuit with closely matched capacitors. You'll need a schematic..availa .......

366: Radio Road, I'm going in! : Marantz 10b optocouplers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-09-15, 09:04:46 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, I have a 10b that's in great shape and sounds good. However, I stumbled across a supply of photo cells at our local electronics surplus shop. These , according to the schematic, should have the ri .......

367: Vinyl Asylum, RE: You have mail (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-09-07, 20:15:03 (24.150.114.253)
I'd like that information too if you please. Thank-you. AJ .......

368: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Steer Clear (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-08-21, 20:21:36 (24.150.114.253)
No offence, but the C-26 even upgraded is a dog. This era of vintage Mac is not the stuff their reputation was made of. Sparky is right with this one. Really, the greatest improvement in modern gear i .......

369: Tweakers' Asylum, Thanks to all! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-08-21, 16:36:29 (24.150.114.253)
nt. .......

370: Tweakers' Asylum, Any machinists on site? Q. re. aluminum stock & router bits (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-08-19, 18:20:54 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, I'm thinking of building/experimenting with Symposium clone isolation platforms and was wondering if a good quality high speed flush trim router bit in a shaper would work for triming the aluminim .......

371: Vinyl Asylum, What do I have here?...question on album (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-07-28, 06:54:18 (24.150.114.253)
Hi all, I picked up several albums via a phone call I received from a friend who knew someone that was getting out of vinyl. I'm curious on one where I've never seen this label before: Clifford Brown .......

372: Tubes Asylum, RE: ARC SP8 - Too Much Gain!! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-07-26, 18:36:04 (24.150.114.253)
Ok... you have revision 1-3 the early model. You are adding a resistor in "paralell" to another reducing the over resistance of the feedback path which increases feedback which reduces the overall gai .......

373: Tubes Asylum, RE: ARC SP8 - Too Much Gain!! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-07-25, 16:48:12 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Which version of the SP-8 do you have ? There were 7 iterations. Are you sure you want to add a resistor to reduce feedback? You should be removing a resistor to reduce feedback ...think about it. .......

374: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Anyone try any new amps with their ESL57s lately? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-06-22, 18:29:31 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, I use a zh-270 with my esl's and have been using a wyetech topaz too. AJ .......

375: Vintage Asylum, RE: Best deal on Sprague "Orange Drops" (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-06-01, 10:19:29 (209.202.65.210)
Hi, I like Allied Electronics. Here's an example of what they have with all values on their catalog page 1458. Good Luck .......

376: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Where can I get Quad ESL 57 - stock feet (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-05-09, 17:29:07 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, If you're in the UK..I'd try PG Hi Fi or Classique Sounds. Both have been advertisers in HI FI World magazine & both are in the UK. PG, I believe, stands for Paul Griffiths who sells on ebay quite .......

377: Tubes Asylum, Re: I can't seem to get my pre-amp tubes seated properly (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-04-25, 06:38:06 (209.202.65.210)
Hi, I would venture to say that the stock current production tubes have marginally greater diameter pins than the NOS tubes. This has loosened the sockets for your tube rolling. Additionally, I find t .......

378: General Asylum, Re: Montreal show (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-04-15, 16:27:43 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Just came back from the Montreal show. To confirm, I thought the Kharma/Tenor room from GTT audio was the best at the show. The Fidelio room with Nagra VPA 845 amps and Nagra front end with the mi .......

379: Vintage Asylum, Re: Has anyone rebuilt an ARC SP3A power supply? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-04-08, 16:25:20 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I have refurbed an SP-3A-1 power supply. I bought the pre used and I believe there are 5-6 capacitor cans in this unit. The one I purchased was missing one can and some of the others showed hig .......

380: Vintage Asylum, Re: Slipping dial cord on MX110 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-04-03, 17:16:48 (24.150.114.253)
Violin string rosin cut with a bit of isopropyl alcohol brushed on the string is a old radio repairman trick. It will work...but make sure your mechanism is not binding... Goodluck..........AJ ::: TOP .......

381: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Aesthetix IO phonostage setting (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-04-02, 18:29:28 (24.150.114.253)
From the manual: Ohms 10K positon 10 4.75K position 9 1K position 8 475 position 7 243 position 6 121 position 5 75 position .......

382: Vintage Asylum, I know the feeling (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-03-12, 19:15:46 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, I amassed a whole bunch of stuff that I don't currently use. I've got two large bookcase like shelves full of stuff including a minty SP3a-1, my first ARC product the SP8 bought new, a Marantz 7,8 .......

383: Tubes Asylum, Re: ARC SP8 P.S. caps fried (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-03-06, 19:26:11 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I don't think I've seen any Nichichon caps in an ARC product...but maybe some of the late model pieces with radial caps might have them. Sprague is now part of the Vishay group..not sure if the .......

384: Tubes Asylum, Re: ARC SP8 P.S. caps fried (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-03-06, 10:37:25 (209.202.65.210)
Hi, I have the same pre and the same cap was bulging and I replaced it . I believe it is in the heater supply circuit. There is one above and on below the board. I put in some German Frako's of very h .......

385: Tubes Asylum, Re: EH KT88 from Canadian source (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-03-03, 04:47:57 (24.150.114.253)
...thetubestore.com in Hamilton, Ontario .......

386: Planar Speaker Asylum, Tried: MC225,Marantz 8B&5's,Berning zh270,Atma M60 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-02-25, 16:19:29 (24.150.114.253)
,Citiation II many others including a Futterman H3 I'm listening to the MC225 now. I think its better than the 8B (although I love the 8B!) I have all the amps mentioned on hand except for the Atma. I .......

387: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Gotta love some nice burl.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-02-15, 16:47:01 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, It actually weighs much more than I thought...checked it with both scales in the house....about 64lbs with table in the plinth...so maybe about 50lbs for the plinth alone. I have not tried out .......

388: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks for the kind comments...more pics (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-02-14, 18:19:07 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, Thanks all for the comments.. I had no intentions or burning desire to build a plinth for an idler much less a Garrard. It was not until I heard a Lenco at the home of a specialty SET amp manufact .......

389: Vinyl Asylum, My Garrad 301 Project (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-02-14, 15:24:18 (24.150.114.253)
I'm going try to post an image of my Garrard 301 grease bearing plinth project. Alternating layers of baltic birch and mdf ..probably between 30-40lbs. I routed in a arm board of cocobolo and finished .......

390: Vinyl Asylum, About to drill plinth for RB300/Garrard 301 combo 219mm? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-02-07, 16:15:03 (24.150.114.253)
Hello, I'm about to drill out a plinth for a Rega RB300. I've spent months on the plinth (only working odd weekends)and want to confirm the great debate. I've read 219,5mm instead of the 222mm Rega sp .......

391: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Oracle Premiere III - transport (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-02-03, 06:01:25 (24.150.114.253)
Hi, There is really not much fundamentally different from the Premier vs. the Delphi. The main difference is in the finish and the heft of the base. Essentially, if the table comes with arm, remove th .......

392: SET Asylum, I use a Wyetech Topaz 211 with USA Monitors and ESL57's (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2007-01-06, 17:21:03 (24.36.67.67)
This amp is all power supply with no electrolytics in it to modulate their nasties into the music. All polypropolyne and oil caps in the supplies.Weighing in at over 100lbs for about 20wpc. The power .......

393: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Quad ESL 57? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-28, 07:21:15 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, For me, your post is a little unclear. I gather one speaker was working and you swapped in the working speaker's EHT ? You swapped 3 EHTs in the non working speaker and still no go? You replaced t .......

394: Vintage Asylum, ARC SP-8 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-26, 13:27:29 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I would highly recommend a Audio Research SP-8..I have had one since new ... and its phono stage would be very hard to beat. Highly reliable. Built exceptionally well. There are a couple on audiog .......

395: OTL Asylum, Re: Can the topaz drive them properly?nt (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-24, 04:45:33 (24.36.67.67)
The Topaz does an incredible job with the ESLs its no ordinary SET! .......

396: OTL Asylum, Re: OTL's and Quads (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-23, 18:16:13 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, The atma's and Berning are different. The Berning having better, more "solid" bass in my system. The atma's , quite frankly, did not warrant me giving up on my hot-rodded Futterman. The atma's cha .......

397: OTL Asylum, Re: OTL's and Quads (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-21, 18:48:41 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I use a Berning ZH270 on the USA monitors and the ESL 57's. I also used a completely done over Futterman H3...which removes layers of haze but can be a bit grainy and does not have the bass of the .......

398: Tubes Asylum, Re: 539b Tube tester calibration / repair (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-19, 14:41:36 (24.36.67.67)
You can use Bill Waters "The Hickok Doc" in Maryland. His E-mail is: ts6550"at"yahoo.com. I've used his services and he does professional work. He has several levels of service. Good Luck. You may als .......

399: Vintage Asylum, Re: Quad II overhaul (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-07, 16:59:08 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I've redone a pair. What I ended up doing was chroming the main chassis and spraying the transformers with a grey industrial hammerite paint. Looks good to me. The 16x16 can go bad but mine were g .......

400: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Marantz 8b capacitors (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-06, 18:50:22 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, If you're not adventurous contact Kevin Hayes at VAC for the exact replacements painted and all. There is a 20uf cap under the deck that is the partner of the 20uf up top ...this pair is used as a .......

401: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Aesthetix Io, Rhea, ARC PH7 & Einstein The Turntable's Choice (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-06, 18:10:04 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I run an Io sig with volume controls and two supplies. The presentation is large and very dynamic. It may give a little up on the highest frequencies compared to solid state. The bass is very good .......

402: Tubes Asylum, Re: 83 eliminator (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-12-03, 13:29:57 (24.36.67.67)
Actually, its not so much risk to the tester with a solid state replacement..it has to do with the voltage drop or sag of the vacuum tube rectifier being greater than the solid state counterpart. In t .......

403: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Garrard pic of the day ... a contour template (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-11-14, 18:49:34 (24.36.67.67)
Thanks for the post of the template. I had spent hours forming a template for each of the 7 layers of a plinth for my 301 project. I used 3/4" stryofoam and scribed each layer for use as a template. W .......

404: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: amp for Quad 988 again (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-10-21, 19:28:49 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, What's your budget?.. how big is your room? How loud to you want to play? understantding that the quads will only go so loud before they sort of shut down literally and figuratively. Push-pull wor .......

405: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Marantz 2230 phono distortion (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-10-21, 19:06:29 (24.36.67.67)
Well, the easy solution is to suspect the contacts on your input control are dirty.. try cleaning the switch with contact cleaner. However, I don't think this is your problem. Marantz of that vintage .......

406: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Acoustat 6 Stereophile review (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-10-02, 18:09:16 (24.36.67.67)
I may have it.. I've still got my old Stereophile issues spanning several years..I'll check this weekend. AJ .......

407: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: another planar post from another non-planar guy!?! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-28, 16:43:26 (24.36.67.67)
mrh, Finally, I've be waiting for new subjects like you to be ushered into the domain of the ESL 57....I've seen your posts from time to time in vintage...congratulations. One of the finest amps that .......

408: OTL Asylum, Re: Futterman H3 Blowing Fuse (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-26, 21:46:02 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I've got one of these running on the ESL 57. Mine uses the 6fw5 octal which is cheap and plentiful...last I looked the 6fw5 and the 6hj5 are exactly compatable, one being a compactron the other oc .......

409: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Garrard 301 page... a new look, a few additions (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-21, 09:51:46 (24.36.67.67)
Thanks for the fine effort. I'm presently laying out my options for a plinth on a "new to me" grease bearing 301. You beat me to the composite laminated beam... I thought of that too! Regards, AJ ::: .......

410: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Quad ESL 57 thoughts (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-16, 05:47:53 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I've used alot of different amps with the ESL,including the Berning ZH270(which is a phenomenal amp). You can check some of my posts here.. Currently using a Wyetech Labs Topaz 211 SET at 18wpc. T .......

411: Vinyl Asylum, Thanks Mark! nt (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-14, 05:37:43 (24.36.67.67)
Thanks! .......

412: Vinyl Asylum, Stupid Question for Garrard Experts.... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-13, 20:25:44 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I just acquired a nice 301...but the bearing/spindle assembly was in pieces in a zip lock bag.It looks like it was taken apart to be cleaned as someone filled the bearing assembly with oil as oppo .......

413: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Quad 63 US monitor / Atma-sphere M60 question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-06, 21:02:07 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, Leave the speakers plugged in always. There is no advantage to unplugging them. Proximity from the rear wall or obstruction to the rear should be at least 2 feet or more.... Distance from the side .......

414: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Quad 63 US monitor / Atma-sphere M60 question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-09-06, 17:50:19 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I have late model USA monitors in the 31XXX range. It sounds like you have a problem with your set up or perhaps the speakers. I was able to reach 90+ db peaks with a atmasphere M60 in my 14x24 fo .......

415: Tubes Asylum, Re: The old tube amp question again (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-07-29, 18:25:00 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I've seen many of your posts over the last months. I see that you were going through alot of experimentation with some old solid state stuff and more recently with your 6V6 project. I may get flam .......

416: Vintage Asylum, Re: wish I could afford one (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-07-23, 14:04:09 (24.36.67.67)
Ah yes, explain to your friend that it may take months of empirical testing to be sure you have done this right! .......

417: Vinyl Asylum, Aesthetix Aesthetix IO Signature Phono Preamp (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-07-23, 10:52:17 (24.36.67.67)
Nice review. Sounds like you've taken alot of time to get things right for you. Funny you mention Setches of Spain. Played that for my wife this morning through the Io Sig with volume controls & two s .......

418: Vintage Asylum, Re: y'know what sounds good? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-07-23, 09:10:42 (24.36.67.67)
Really hard to beat the 8b. Classic performance and incredible workmanship & layout...probably the best of the 50-60's American manufacturers. Leak and Quad in the UK followed similar discpline with c .......

419: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Heathkit Monos for your Quad ESLs (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-07-23, 05:07:30 (24.36.67.67)
Hi Fishfood, I actually have the latest Berning ZH270. It is one incredible amp, especially in the tauntness of the bass.It is lightning fast and has none of the tizz exargerated on the upper register .......

420: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Buzz Problem (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-07-22, 16:10:49 (24.36.67.67)
It could be your connections...but very likely may be RF swamping the tiny volatages involved with your cartridge through your phono stage or tonearm wires. Clean all your connections, as dirty ones c .......

421: Tubes Asylum, Re: Our Friend "Ruffscruff" passed away June 15, 2006 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-06-16, 19:52:30 (24.36.67.67)
That is a shame. I did not know Fran ... but he always chimed in on a ARC discussion. He seemed like a fine gentleman. Rest in Peace. AJ .......

422: Tubes Asylum, Re: Source for those funny push-on tube shields (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-06-05, 18:59:38 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I know it was easy to gloss over the push on type of shields on Angela's web site... I assume you talked to them? I would almost guarantee Play things of the Past has them...I just checked my stas .......

423: Vintage Asylum, Re: Reconsidering Continued Investment in Vintage (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-06-01, 18:22:28 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I know the feeling. I'm able to restore things myself and have been lucky in finding junkers or spare parts for the odd pieces that require a specialty item (like a stacked pot). It's still expens .......

424: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: QUAD ESL-57: need help, terrible smell (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-06-01, 18:07:15 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I believe Gary is spot on.. you should have no smell from the high tension board or clamp board...(possibly ozone smell...but that's not the problem here) . Possibly sounds like the mains transfor .......

425: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: audio research sp6b filter caps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-04-28, 11:52:07 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, Sorry, I probably wrote too fast. What I do is use a large diameter pipe cutter to cut just at the point where the wider shoulder meets the narrower upper part of the can. To do this I wrap electr .......

426: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: audio research sp6b filter caps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-04-27, 19:00:57 (24.36.67.67)
I've opened up the old cans with a large pipe cutter just above the swage and unstuffed the old guts and retrostuffed new CDE snap mount 105 degree caps in the old cans for a totally authentic and ind .......

427: Vintage Asylum, Re: McIntosh for Quad ESL 57s (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-04-01, 15:05:23 (24.36.67.67)
Hi, I've been through most of the amps you've mentioned. Still have the Marantz 8B & Quad II's. However the best synergy comes from the McIntosch MC225. I've had and sold the M30's: too tubby. Somethi .......

428: Tubes Asylum, Had lunch with him a few weeks ago... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-03-12, 15:53:22 (205.188.116.66)
...He's doing well. He's completely off the net. AJ .......

429: Vintage Asylum, Re: TAS looks back at the Citation 16. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-03-10, 08:57:24 (209.202.65.210)
I think this was a Matti Otala design...I lusted for one ...too young at the time.. .......

430: OTL Asylum, Re: COUNTERPOINT SA-4 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-03-07, 12:06:19 (209.202.65.210)
I am not sure what the value would be.. Keep in mind condition especially around the circuit board traces as this thing runs HOT! They are beautiful to behold and I might buy a pair if they were inexp .......

431: OTL Asylum, Re: COUNTERPOINT SA-4 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-03-06, 10:46:42 (209.202.65.210)
Hi, I would personally avoid them because I know that the 6LF6 is rare not only matched but rare period. Even with the mod. More importantly the DC servo is known to go wild with potentially catastrop .......

432: Tubes Asylum, Re: 12AU7A in an ARC SP8 or Orange OR120? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-02-27, 10:27:38 (209.202.65.210)
Uh..you can not use a 12au7 in any generation of the SP8 the amplification factor is about 1/5 of the 12ax7...not recommended. .......

433: Tubes Asylum, Re: EL34 starts glowing red, output drops and the sound is fuzzy... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-02-27, 10:26:12 (209.202.65.210)
All the suggestions here are good ones... also tube sockets are often the culprit..Sometimes they are too far gone to retension. Loose tubes sockets will result in the behaviour that you observe..AJ : .......

434: Vintage Asylum, Re: repair diagnosis? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-02-19, 11:27:00 (152.163.101.6)
Exactly...freezing stabilizes components so that you can isolate intermittant problems generated by a thermal conditon i.e. strange sounds after warm-up & running. I assume the power supply is common .......

435: Vintage Asylum, Re: repair diagnosis? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-02-19, 10:43:04 (152.163.101.6)
Time to get the chopsticks out and try to exacerbate the problem by probing components. A fractured resistor, broken trace a leaky capacitor or transistor is the culprit. Go over all the solder joint .......

436: Tubes Asylum, Re: Audio Research SP-8 questions (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-02-18, 16:56:19 (205.188.116.66)
Definitely, the MkII version (rev4-7). The primary difference from the MK I version (Rev1-3) being the power supply servos and the tubes used. As well , Mk I uses unubtainium FP Mepco can caps that ma .......

437: Vinyl Asylum, Re: MC step up or PhonoAmp for AR SP6-C (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-02-11, 11:19:25 (64.12.116.131)
The Sp-6 is a classic with a very nice phono stage. I used and still have it's cousin the SP-8. I have never experienced a transformer (you name them: Audio note, Cotter,S&B) to be as good as a proper .......

438: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Help needed. Looking for a ARC SP-10 manual (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-01-30, 17:23:25 (64.12.116.131)
$10 directly from ARC sprial bound...couldn't get better than this.Give them a call. .......

439: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Very possible..500V rating is very much a rating (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-01-16, 16:03:16 (152.163.100.7)
Hi, I 've not experienced a failure with the blackgates either. You need to assess your turn on surge rating on the Mac. I've used Cornell Dublier 525v low esr snap ins for the Mc225 and Mc30.I restuf .......

440: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Quad ESL 57....or ESL63 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-01-09, 17:02:48 (205.188.116.7)
Hello, I have both ESL63 USA Monitors 2pairs of refurbed 57s and one further pair of 57s ready to be put together. I have listened to both extensively. There is nothing more articulate than the ESL in .......

441: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: QUAD 989 dust covers (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-01-07, 06:32:16 (64.12.116.7)
Wow I'm glad that its just not me that finds this a royal pain in the rear. I have had virtually no success in keeping the dustcovers tight or even adhered to in their flimsy frame on my USA monitors. .......

442: Vintage Asylum, Re: Mcintosh MC-60 distortion problem (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2006-01-03, 19:19:36 (64.12.116.7)
Two things come to mind: Are you overdriving the amp? Using a CD player direct with controls all the way up for example? Notch the input level controls back a bit if so. Has this unit been refurbished .......

443: Speaker Asylum, Re: Removing dried candle wax from grille cloth? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-28, 06:12:04 (64.12.116.7)
Hopefully the grill cloth panel is removable. I've seen professionals use, I have also used, the electronic component freeze spray. You spray it on the wax: it gets so cold and hard that it can be cru .......

444: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Thanks AJ! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-25, 16:47:03 (152.163.100.7)
Hi, I have tube rolled in the Io...and continue to do so. I'm currently running the recommendations of Albert Porter who posts on Audiogon. I've got RCA Mullard XF2 El34's in the power supply and RCA .......

445: Vinyl Asylum, Not Oldvinyl but I'll take a stab at it... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-25, 16:25:53 (152.163.100.7)
Hi, Are we talking the Io?....then 6922 could be ECC88, E88CC, 6DJ8, 7308. For all intents and purposes these are the same but there are differences in current draw/capabilities that should not pose a .......

446: Tubes Asylum, Re: Need manual for AR SP6-A (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-22, 08:46:06 (64.12.116.7)
They're $10 from Audio Research...call them .......

447: Tubes Asylum, Re: Value of Rosenberg's booklet? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-19, 18:34:43 (205.188.116.7)
Should'nt be too much I don't know but I would not pay more than $10 for it. It's mostly a self indulgent discourse for NYAL...However, I certainly did lust for for a pair of OTL 1's in the day. I've .......

448: Tubes Asylum, Re: McIntosh Mc225 Transformer failure (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-19, 18:29:49 (205.188.116.7)
Ouch, You may want to investigate further...even to the extent of swapping channels with respect to the transformer connections or resistance readings from one phase to another. This is a pretty serio .......

449: Tubes Asylum, Re: Hickok 539B with broken grid voltage meter (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-12, 07:47:45 (209.202.65.210)
Hi, You might try asking this question on the Antique Radio Forum. Alan Douglas and other enthusiasts hang out on the Test Equipment section. If it's reading grid current then its in series with the g .......

450: Planar Speaker Asylum, Similar problem: Subwoofer or Stack or leave 'em? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-11, 17:00:12 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, I have a somewhat similar system: PK quads +Aesthetix Io phono stage with volume controls + 2 power supplies, Berning ZH-270, OracleV+SMEV +Benz Ruby or Helicon. The Io goes direct to the amp with .......

451: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: ESL57_ screw size? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-06, 19:04:23 (205.188.116.7)
I think I understand the problem. The original screws were hand formed by diaphanous Grecian nymphs and imported into Great Britain during the earlier part of this century under heavy cover. They have .......

452: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: ESL57_ screw size? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-12-05, 20:44:27 (152.163.100.7)
Wow very boring talking about screw size ! 10-32 thread at 1 1/4" should do it. Sandro's advice works... AJ .......

453: Vintage Asylum, Re: Is there a vintage equipment guide....... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-11-29, 18:23:46 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, Kittleson of Vacuum Tube Valley Published the Vintage Hi Fi Spotter's Guides...but they're since out of print...They do pop up once and while. AJ .......

454: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Enquist mod for ESL57 EHT supply : which neon to use? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-11-25, 17:27:05 (152.163.100.7)
Why don't you ask the man himself? Anders Enquist anders.enquist"at"sydnet.net .......

455: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: ESL57 and OTL amp question (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-11-25, 10:04:29 (152.163.100.7)
Hi, I've been down this road before. I have a vintage futterman H3 circa 1963 or so. It uses the very inexpensive 6FW5: 6 per channel. It can remove layers of grundge for a very detailed presentation .......

456: Tube DIY Asylum, Re: Hickok 600 problem (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-11-17, 13:55:59 (152.163.100.7)
Static electric charge is common on the plastic meter face. Wipe the face with a paper towel and windex ...this will disapate the charge if present....and allow the needle to rest appropriately... AJ .......

457: Vintage Asylum, Re: Marantz 10B problem (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-10-27, 16:39:52 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, if it is the opto couplers this has been discussed before. Here's a link to a source for the devices: http://db.audioasylum.com/cgi/m.mpl?forum=vintage&n=92954&highlight=opto&session= .......

458: General Asylum, Re: I'm ready to give up! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-08-30, 16:05:34 (152.163.100.7)
Hi Bambi, What's wrong with the SP-8? I have one and am quite familiar with it. I can take some comparison measurements on it for you. Not using mine right now but...If you need some help let me know. .......

459: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: ISO audioxpress May 2002 - moving coil step up transf. article (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-08-21, 19:19:54 (205.188.116.7)
Hi, This article gives some good step-by-step instruction along with examples of calculations for appropriate transformer selection. You could easily build one after reading the article...AJ ::: TOPIC .......

460: Tubes Asylum, Re: Need help on Marantz 9 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-08-21, 10:30:55 (152.163.100.7)
You can try here if VAC does not work out. They apparantly will repair broken meter movements.. get out your checkbook. The Model 9 is worthy though. You'll need the FS current and series resistance s .......

461: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Oracle Delphi help: removeable dustcover? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-08-12, 18:42:46 (205.188.116.7)
As I recall the MK I has aluminum "t" type hinges that are screwed to the base. MII and above have 2 piece black metal hinges whereby the cover can be slipped off the hinge before playing and then sli .......

462: Tubes Asylum, Re: Which Tube PreAmp used to choose if not going DIY kits? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-08-11, 14:04:39 (209.202.65.210)
Audio Research SP8 MkII more reliable and imo a better investment. Good Luck .......

463: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: how much are quad USA monitors worth these days? (more) (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-08-04, 17:23:09 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, Audiogon is a good place to look. These days ESL-63's of early vintage seem to go for $1300-1600.USA monitors command a slightly higher price say $1800-2200. Condition and what the other person is .......

464: OTL Asylum, Re: What is wrong with Futterman?...Nothing! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-07-26, 18:39:24 (152.163.100.7)
I have used a Futterman H-3 of early 60's vintage for several years without any problems driving an electrostatic load. Of course, the amp has had it's critical components changed (read leaky capacito .......

465: Tubes Asylum, Re: Question on the Citation..... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-07-23, 16:53:13 (205.188.116.7)
Jim, Let me preface and say its what I hear through my system and it to me defines what my biases are wrt my comments above YMMV and all that I should make that clear. I listen mostly to all vinyl wit .......

466: Tubes Asylum, Re: Question on the Citation..... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-07-23, 11:12:46 (152.163.100.7)
Hi David, Yes, used Jim's grounding techniques to great effect. Also ran separate grounds back to the common buss from each of the 8pin sockets.There definitely is a quirk to the grounding scheme of t .......

467: Tubes Asylum, Re: Quad 57 & amps (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-07-22, 17:46:20 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, I have a couple of pair of ESL57 and the USA monitors. The best amp (and I'm a bit of a vintage nut) is the McIntosh MC225. Throws a huge soundstage with lots of depth and nice liquid midrange. Ne .......

468: Vintage Asylum, Re: Marantz 8B restoration advice needed. (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-07-15, 15:59:12 (152.163.100.7)
Hi, The 8b is probably one of the finest examples of a vintage amp. The most vulnerable part is the selenium rectifier in the bias supply circuitry, it's boted to the rear apron. It ,along with, the d .......

469: Vinyl Asylum, Re: Aesthetix IO mark 2-which upgrade first? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-06-16, 16:29:13 (152.163.100.7)
Hi, I would suggest the signature is going to be the best course of action. Better resolution of detail . I have recently added a 2nd power supply to my Io sig. w/vc and the power supply adds greater .......

470: Vintage Asylum, Re: on/off switch for Fisher 400?? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-06-14, 14:50:46 (64.12.116.7)
Radio Shack has part #271-1740 which is an Alpha part that will mount on the back of a standard potentionmeter it's rated at 3a/120v. I've used this sucessfully in other repairs for on/off volume cont .......

471: OTL Asylum, Re: Futterman H-3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-06-10, 19:23:37 (205.188.116.7)
Not to up stage Mr. Karsten, The amp dates from '63-65 I have stereo Review reports on it. It does indeed have Goodall brand coupling caps and ,if like mine, Mallory electrolytic output caps. I replac .......

472: OTL Asylum, Re: Futterman H-3 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-06-09, 17:54:48 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, I have one of these made by Harvard Electronics. Futterman licensed these to Harvard& ,I believe Tech Instruments, to produce. Mine uses 6FW5's that are easy to get and cheap. Fun reading in Vinta .......

473: Vintage Asylum, Re: Preamp opinions, well, you got some opinions... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-05-24, 15:34:46 (205.188.116.13)
Hi, Now J Rodney may have sounded harsh...but I must agree that the PAS has seen its day. Now 20 years or so when you could pick one up for $20 and then mod the heck out of it for another $50 it might .......

474: Vintage Asylum, Re: Rivets for a Mcintosh Chassis (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-05-21, 10:23:36 (152.163.100.7)
I have investigated this road. McMaster-Carr should have some of what you need. You'll also need the tool (bench type press;expensive!) or hand blind rivet pincher( still expensive) to properly set th .......

475: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: How are the Quad 57 w/ Quad II mono blocks? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-05-09, 17:07:03 (205.188.116.13)
Hi, I have 2 pairs of Piquet refurbed 57's(intended for stacking but I could never figure out what angle each speaker should be ideally set at in the stands...) So I use mine in 2 different set ups wi .......

476: Tubes Asylum, Re: Dynaco ST-35 one EL-84 tube glow red (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-05-08, 15:29:28 (205.188.116.13)
If you've replaced your coupling caps and re-worked your bias supply. Then retension your tube sockets. Try again. The heat in these things plays havoc with the sockets..replace them if possible. AJ .......

477: Vintage Asylum, Re: Fisher vs. .MC225 -- opinions? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-04-13, 20:03:35 (152.163.100.7)
I have a Fisher x-101-b and a Mc225... the fisher is like listening to music through a wet sock...the mac is glorious...and I'm not necessarily a mac fan...but the 225 is ,I think, the best of the mac .......

478: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: ARC Ref 2 mk II servicing (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-04-02, 15:43:03 (207.200.116.6)
Unfortunately, they won't do this. Apparently, it infringes on their UK/EU distributor...even their website mentions this somewhere. The transformer in the Ref may have dual capability you could purch .......

479: Planar Speaker Asylum, Thanks for a non "Maggie" Post!...... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-15, 19:34:05 (64.12.116.7)
....just kidding (ahem) Magnepan fans... Hi, I've owned the Model 3 Acoustats and currently have the ESL 63 USA monitors and a coulple of pairs of refurbed ESL 57's. There used to be quite a group of .......

480: Vintage Asylum, Re: Marantz 7 phono section (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-13, 14:27:41 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, All inputs travel through V1,v2 & v3 for phono the signal carries on to the RIAA equalization For Channel A: V2a,b & V3a,b:Channel B: V1a,b &v3b Then for tone amps V4& V5 for frequency compensatio .......

481: Planar Speaker Asylum, ESL 57 & ESL-63USA w/ Berning ZH-270? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-12, 06:28:43 (64.12.116.71)
Hello, Has anyone here had direct experience with the Berning ZH-270 and either the ESL or ESL-63 USA Monitors?...I run both speakers. For the ESL's I run them Piquet refurbed with protection circuitr .......

482: Tubes Asylum, Re: maybe... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-09, 18:26:01 (64.12.116.7)
Thanks Douglas, I run the experiment. AJ .......

483: Tubes Asylum, GZ33 in place of 5U4? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-09, 11:10:36 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, I've have a stash of Mullard GZ33's and would like to try them in place of the 5U4's in a pair McIntosh MC 30's. From what I see in the data sheets the GZ33 draws less current and has slightly les .......

484: Tubes Asylum, Re: corrections for us both (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-06, 17:19:53 (198.81.26.7)
Sorry Oldvinyl, Typing too fast...it is 5692....I've seen the posts on subbing the KT66 for the el34(I use a mullard xf2 here) but never tried it yet...I do have some GEC Kt66 though that I will give .......

485: Tubes Asylum, Re: here's some suggestions (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-03-06, 14:35:24 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, I have the Io the big brother derrivative phono stage to your Calypso. With due respect to Oldvinyl...I don't believe your unit uses the 5692(not 5691) nor does it use the kt66(el34 stock) for the .......

486: Vintage Asylum, Re: Mcintosh MC 225, Manley Stingray, Quad II... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-02-03, 19:31:24 (64.12.116.7)
Hi, I have the 57's and have on hand the following vintage amps: Marantz 8b Citation II Heathkit UA2 Quad II McIntosh 225 McIntosh 30 Futterman H3 OTL All with updates to powersupplies I like the McIn .......

487: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: For Opera music only: Quad 57 or Quad 63 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-01-31, 17:19:49 (198.81.26.7)
Here I must agree with Dr. Quad, My observations with both the USA monitors in house and original ESL's is that the ESL are an order of magnitude more resolving in the critical midrange as if the scre .......

488: OTL Asylum, How about Berning ZH270 & ESL or ESL-63? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-01-31, 16:40:40 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, Thought I'd jump in and ask a more specific question re. the Berning. I run a Futterman H-3 into the ESL's and ocassionally the USA monitors with very good results. Thinking about my last OTL and .......

489: Vintage Asylum, Re: Simple questions: Mcintosh MC-30 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-01-28, 12:07:13 (209.202.65.210)
If your Mc30's are original...the item that you think is a capacitor is actually a diode for the bias circuit...change it . The 150ohm and 10kohm resistors are in powersupply circuit are 10watts.. Wit .......

490: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Textured Black Paint (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-01-11, 18:19:21 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, I've got a case of the type of paint you're looking for. I acquired it when I had a outdoor furniture business.It works great on transformer end bells and such. Most Patio furniture stores should .......

491: Tubes Asylum, Re: Counterpoint SA2 User Manual wanted (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-01-03, 16:39:44 (198.81.26.7)
Well Kudos to Mike Elliot for keeping old Counterpoint gear alive. I still have my SA-2 that I bought new in 1983. But $45 for a manual that tells you no more than what is intuitive from looking at th .......

492: Tubes Asylum, Re: Counterpoint SA2 User Manual wanted (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2005-01-03, 12:31:57 (198.81.26.7)
I have a manual that I can send a copy of for a more reasonable price. I can also supply schematics that are useful. AJ .......

493: Vintage Asylum, MC30 versions?...schematic needed (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-24, 17:30:42 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, I just got a pair of MC30's one is different from the other ..on a very quick look it appears that one has a tap off the xfrmr to what appears to be a weird looking selenium for the bias....the ot .......

494: Vintage Asylum, Re: "BUT it's NOT a Leak!! anymore, Tim !!!." or Mac or HK or ........ (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-23, 17:28:45 (198.81.26.7)
Hi there, I have both the ESL's stacked & single and a pair of USA monitor 63's....I prefer the old ones! AJ .......

495: Vintage Asylum, Re: I do this with all my old tube stuff... (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-21, 21:01:31 (198.81.26.7)
David, Thanks for the tips. I've already adjusted the bias dropping resistor to compensate..running things a bit cooler now. I have silver micas and might try them in the feedback loop...I'm trying to .......

496: Planar Speaker Asylum, Re: Good, Reasonably priced TT/Arm/Cartridge for Stacked Quads. Please help! (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-21, 19:05:36 (198.81.26.7)
Hi,I run ESls and stacked ESLs. I'm afraid I'd recommend that you try to increase your budget another $300 or so if possible. I don't recommend any of the Chinese cheap out of the box set ups availabl .......

497: Vintage Asylum, The danger of an incomplete restoration on a MC225 (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-21, 18:30:37 (198.81.26.7)
Hi all, The other day I decided to cook my system for a couple of hours so that I could listen to some new vinyl I picked up. Turned on the preamp and the MC225 I recently acquired ( It works great on .......

498: Vintage Asylum, Re: fisher 400 troubleshooting/repair (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-21, 18:07:39 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, This is a common error in restoring these receivers. The 7868 outputs cathode v14 or v15 left channel use the cathode pin for grounding another component. If cathode resistors have been installed .......

499: Vintage Asylum, Re: Philips Lab Series - Integrated amps and 180/185 tuner (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-03, 13:56:22 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, I have a 5781 too. French stickers placed below the courtesy outlets. I'll have to admit that I've never really played this one. Bought it as a package with a McIntosh pre that I really wanted and .......

500: Tubes Asylum, Re: Hi, Bambi; Do you know which version SP8? (0.00)
Posted by AJ on 2004-12-03, 13:43:52 (198.81.26.7)
Hi, Take the bottom plate of the SP-8..power off of course, there will be a serial number on the board followed by a letter. The letter represents the revision. Revison E and greater represents MkII s .......

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