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1: Video Asylum, DVI Question (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2003-11-22, 11:24:13 (165.123.243.168)
Joe, I'm looking closely at the panny 42 inch ED plasma with the DVI, but how would you hook-up two DVI sources, i.e. DVD and cable set-top box (assuming this included a DVI out)? Some sort of switch- .......
2: Shutterbug Strasse, Re: Darkroom work? Anyone? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2003-05-20, 08:52:31 (68.80.9.40)
Isaac, I used to work in R&D for Unicolor Div. Photo Systems Inc. years ago. We made all kinds of photographic chemistries and processing equipment including drums and rollers. You can use drums for d .......
3: Tubes Asylum, Could try posting this in Power Forum too... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-10-28, 10:39:26 (155.94.62.221)
Maybe Paul can explain what isn going on and how to proceed. Bill .......
4: Cable Asylum, Fun, stimulating, and enjoyable to a point (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-10-23, 07:06:47 (155.94.62.221)
Hi Phil, Please don't take by 'boring' comment personally. I, too, have been an audiophile as you describe for 30 years and I have reaped countless hours of enjoyment and knowledge over the years bein .......
5: Cable Asylum, No, I'm the epitome of the casual visitor! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-10-22, 11:18:14 (155.94.62.221)
but I agree with you. It is getting boring. .......
6: Shutterbug Strasse, Relax... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-09-16, 11:00:04 (155.94.62.221)
John You have an excellent camera and I doubt pictures posted will do it justice. I used a Yashica 124 for many years at RIT before finally purchasing a Mamiya C330, and if it wasn't for wanting inter .......
7: General Asylum, Re: Dynaco, et al (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-09-12, 06:39:46 (155.94.62.221)
I bet there are quite a few of us for which a Dynaco component was our introduction to audio. For me it was listening to someone's Dynaco A-25 speakers powered by a Sansui 8 receiver. Regards, Bill :: .......
8: General Asylum, Have you an audioimmune dz?? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-08-28, 06:21:59 (155.94.62.220)
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9: General Asylum, Remote-controlled speaker stands (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-07-11, 08:33:54 (155.94.62.220)
Up-down, front-back, and left-right, toe-in/out, you get the idea. Maybe with memory capability too. Yeah, that's the ticket. Bill .......
10: Cable Asylum, Also, heatshrink.com (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-06-20, 11:51:32 (155.94.62.220)
I'm not affiliated, blah, blah, blah! .......
11: General Asylum, Yes, circa 1974! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-06-12, 07:44:37 (155.94.62.220)
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12: Cable Asylum, Re: double twist version (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-21, 09:28:34 (155.94.62.220)
Alan, Do I understand you re your recommendation of the dual-twist version for digital and video components? Also, the total PC cable length from prong tip to IEC end should be in 1 foot increments? S .......
13: Cable Asylum, How about the bass? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-20, 12:17:29 (155.94.62.252)
Was it tight? (I'm ashamed of myself, sorry.) Bill .......
14: Cable Asylum, As luck would have it (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-08, 09:16:41 (155.94.62.252)
I do have a spool of irrigation wire in the basement, probably enough to do the job but I think it was 6 conductor. I'll check. Excellent, thanks for your suggestion, Ray. Regards, Bill Zarycranski :: .......
15: General Asylum, Paul Heath Audio, Rochester, 1973 (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-08, 08:43:50 (155.94.62.252)
ARC Magnaplaner Tympani III triamped with ARC D-76 amps. Also used just the T/M panels with Fulton dynamic subwoofer. Either way, it was off to the races. Definitely made my Infinity 2002 bookshelfs s .......
16: Cable Asylum, Outdoor speakers -- wiring options (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-08, 07:58:49 (155.94.62.252)
I know it is lame to blame my wife but she did insist we purchase 2 TIC omni (360 degree) speakers to be buried among the many flowers in our back yard and provide music on the deck and patio. My pref .......
17: Digital Drive, The mind is a terrible thing......(nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-03, 09:30:43 (155.94.62.252)
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18: Cable Asylum, Consider DIY and this site.... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-05-03, 06:12:30 (155.94.62.252)
DIY cable has reasonably priced kits with all you need and good instructions for assembly if you have a few basic tools and skills. These would be in your price range and save the hassle of trying to .......
19: Rocky Road, He can still bring it (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-04-22, 06:11:46 (155.94.62.252)
can't he??!! Fantastic concert. Nice trip back 30 years ago. Ended with 'Teach' and wife was disappointed they didn't do 'Ohio', but there were lots of great tunes they couldn't fit into one concert. .......
20: Rocky Road, Off to the CSNY concert in Phila tonite (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-04-19, 09:53:55 (155.94.62.252)
Hope any flashbacks aren't too severe. bz .......
21: Cable Asylum, Try DIYCable? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-04-18, 06:59:44 (155.94.62.252)
I'm not affiliated with them but have ordered from Kevin and he is reliable. They recently listed several Belden cables priced by the foot...more costly than purchasing in bulk, but you only pay for w .......
22: Speaker Asylum, Re: Merlin Music Inc. TSM-M (T) Speakers (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-04-18, 06:44:28 (155.94.62.252)
Hi Oleg, I think you honestly, and very well I might add, described your reaction to the speakers. Sordidman did a more eloquent job of describing what I thought you might be hearing, but that really .......
23: Speaker Asylum, Merlin Music Inc. TSM-M (T) Speakers (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-04-17, 08:36:35 (155.94.62.252)
Oleg, A very thoughtful review and I'm at a loss to explain rolled-off treble, compressed tonal balance, ordinary imaging, etc. since I experience none of this with my set-up (AA DDEv3>SF Line 3SE>ARC .......
24: Rocky Road, Stop it! Stop it, man! You're killing me...!! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-04-10, 09:16:42 (155.94.62.252)
You and Gert are really putting the screws to me. I must admit I did have fun fishin' in the keys though. Caught tarpon, permit, a jack, and sharks too. Lots of tequila, Crown Royal and some mary jane .......
25: Rocky Road, With Father Tiresias???. (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-29, 07:17:38 (155.94.62.252)
"......Listen to the old one speak of all he has lived through I have crossed between the poles, for me there's no mystery Once a man, like the sea I raged Once a woman, like the earth I gave But ther .......
26: Rocky Road, Gotta come east or go to Canada (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-29, 07:10:04 (155.94.62.252)
Looks like they spend lots of time up north. bz .......
27: Rocky Road, The Musical Box in Phila, hey Dave G....... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-28, 12:20:29 (155.94.62.252)
Great news! The Musical Box is in Phila April 5 at the TLA. The BAD news? I'm off to the Keys for 2 days of fishing for Tarpon, Permit, Yellow-tail, Dolphin, etc. the 5th through the 8th! This is nuts .......
28: Cable Asylum, Re: Bulk cable (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-27, 11:10:31 (155.94.62.252)
Unfortunately, their web-site states they no longer are providing bulk cable. But, DIYCable.com offers nice kits at reasonable prices. Regards, Bill Zarycranski .......
29: Cable Asylum, Late post, but found one for $24 at HD by Milwaukee (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-25, 06:01:18 (155.94.62.252)
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30: Rocky Road, I'm not fat and 42!! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 12:41:04 (155.94.62.252)
I'm 49!! And just...well, overweight. Since I'm now exclusively CD, are there better versions (sonically)out there of pre-Duke albums? Any thing in particular I should hunt up? bz .......
31: Rocky Road, Re: Huh? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 09:38:27 (155.94.62.252)
Fans SHOULD have supported....??? If the musical merits of this album were crap, why are the fans to blame. At $150 or more a pop to get good seats at concerts these days, I can understand why some fa .......
32: Rocky Road, Not the fans or ONE album! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 09:31:59 (155.94.62.252)
but several albums over many years! Fans come and fans go. I haven't hear CAS so I can't comment. This doesn't mean I'm not a 'true' fan, but just that, between my wife and 2 small children, the FM ra .......
33: Rocky Road, I fear the only thing I've done is wake a sleeping giant (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 06:31:09 (155.94.62.252)
Wallowing is not beneath me. Sounds like something I'd like to hear. Details? Bill .......
34: Rocky Road, Better living through chemistry! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 06:26:02 (155.94.62.252)
That's what DuPont always said! I hear ya! Hey, who ate all the mushrooms? What do I tell my kids? Bill .......
35: Rocky Road, Not Rochester (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 06:22:23 (155.94.62.252)
Panhead, I did some checking and there were earlier gigs, evidently even one in Rochester in the spring of 73. The RIT gig was November, 73. Well, it was definitely my first exposure and one of the fi .......
36: Rocky Road, Re: Genesis (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-21, 06:17:22 (155.94.62.252)
Dave, I only wish I had access to these pictures! I haven't looked at the yearbook in years. I think 4 pictures were actually used out of the 4 rolls of 36 exp. Ektachrome shot. So, somewhere there ar .......
37: Rocky Road, I was almost toast, literally, after 'Supper's Ready'... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-20, 13:18:00 (155.94.62.252)
I was at the foot of the stage and unaware of the flash powder charge they set off at the climax of supper. Scared the Sh#t out of me! It's coming back to me. Trespass, Lamb, Selling, et. al, even the .......
38: Rocky Road, Foxtrot-induced stupor (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-20, 12:29:48 (155.94.62.252)
Was listening to Genesis' Foxtrot 'Supper's Ready' last night and I had a flashback, I mean waaaay back!!) to 1972 or possibly 73 to a Genesis concert at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Do any .......
39: Speaker Asylum, Maggie T1-Ds (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-06, 06:17:34 (155.94.62.252)
I was young, foolish, and wasn't that much into DIY. Wonder if the guy I sold them to still has them? Today, I would try to modify the piss out of them with new diaphrams, wiring, x-overs, frames, etc .......
40: General Asylum, Re: It is HDCD endoded... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-01, 07:07:45 (155.94.62.252)
Mike, I'm using the AA DDEv3.0 which is about the same vintage or era as your Adcom and it is interesting to hear your opinion via the SCD-1. I've been toying with the idea of upgrading the DAC to som .......
41: General Asylum, James Taylor and Van Morrison too!! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-03-01, 06:21:24 (155.94.62.252)
I could not agree with you more with respect to both the artistic and sonic virtues of this CD, which my wife and I have enjoyed for well over a year now. Highly recommended to all. Regards, Bill ::: .......
42: Tubes Asylum, Sorry to hear you lost your mate (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-02-28, 07:05:14 (155.94.62.252)
The relationship with a new maate will never be quite the equal. Regards, Bill .......
43: Tubes Asylum, Re: Tubes sound more like music, not like solid state (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-02-28, 07:00:51 (155.94.62.252)
You wrote, >I find it really hard to believe that there are so many “tubephiles” >out there that actually believe that what they are hearing is better >than high end solid state equipment. Not better .......
44: General Asylum, That be you, Ned???? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-02-26, 06:15:14 (155.94.62.252)
I don't know who was taken for the greater stooge!!!! I can look back and laugh now. Most of my friends still consider this act the most pityful thing the've ever heard! And I lived to talk about it! .......
45: General Asylum, I was partial to B/F Apple Wine myself... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-02-22, 12:22:09 (155.94.62.252)
A quart for a buck! Ahh, the early '70s, college, upstate NY.... .......
46: General Asylum, Not this foul! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-02-22, 12:19:29 (155.94.62.252)
I once took a swig of bong water! Yep, and I tossed my cookies right quick thereafter! Why? Well, my 'friend' asked if I'd ever tried it and of course I responded with a strange look and a 'NO!!' He s .......
47: Speaker Asylum, Mullet or pin fish? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-02-06, 17:54:17 (208.244.154.65)
Nice one Cut-Throat! How long did it take you to land? I fish in Marathon (7-mile bridge) every April. Regards, Bill Zarycranski .......
48: General Asylum, Vote for SF Line Stage 3 (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-01-31, 07:37:21 (155.94.62.252)
I haven't heard the Pass but I own the SF Line 3SE and it is definitely a keeper. Sonic differences between the 3 and SE version are thought to be primarily due to the Seimens NOS tubes. The much talk .......
49: General Asylum, You are using a registered name. Please change! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-01-28, 10:39:15 (208.244.152.61)
See asylum rules, Thanks. .......
50: Speaker Asylum, TSM-M convey emotion (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2002-01-11, 07:01:47 (155.94.62.252)
Finally got mine updated and the difference is well worth the scratch isn't it! Smoother, yet more detail. Smoother mid-upper bass to lower mids transition. Drivers seem better integrated because voca .......
51: Speaker Asylum, Thanks, Bobby! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-12-19, 11:28:27 (155.94.62.252)
I will verify the level and plumb and readjust toe-in slightly outward as per your suggestion. I think the greatest change will be increasing speaker-to-listening position distance which does seem to .......
52: Speaker Asylum, REL (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-12-18, 12:33:47 (155.94.62.252)
REL is via amp outputs, based on REL recommendations, reviews, and inmate suggestions. I haven't tried low level connects. Crossover is low, i.e. 26hz, but I think the REL slopes are not so steep. bz .......
53: Speaker Asylum, Re: Merlin Music Inc. TSM-M Speakers (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-12-18, 09:55:27 (155.94.62.252)
I'm curious how you have the speakers set-up in your room. Did you follow Merlin's set-up scheme, i.e. 6 - 7 feet apart and using the toe-in protractor? How far away is your listening position? My spe .......
54: Speaker Asylum, Merlin Music Inc. TSM-M Speakers (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-12-17, 06:39:09 (155.94.62.252)
Everyone has bad days! Glad you didn't give up on them. I've been listening to my updated TSM speakers for about 2 weeks and I find them remarkably different (better) than the SE version. Someday I'll .......
55: Speaker Asylum, Agreed, especially the M-version (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-12-13, 07:51:49 (155.94.62.252)
I'm not technically inclined to explain what Bobby did in the M-mod, but my initial reaction to the new version definitely suggests improved transient ability which definitely helps reproducting piano .......
56: General Asylum, Thanks (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-11-27, 06:54:24 (155.94.62.252)
I really like thinking this is one of the better approaches. At least it makes sense. I have always thought selecting the most neutral sounding (to my ears)components would add-up to a near neutral so .......
57: Speaker Asylum, Hate to mention this but... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-11-20, 13:17:54 (155.94.62.252)
I'm experiencing something similar. I sent my TSM-SEs to Merlin September 4 and I still do not have them. I have called them several times and spoken with both Bill and Bobby. Frankly, I have been giv .......
58: General Asylum, Re: That's the one!! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-11-19, 08:32:02 (155.94.62.252)
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59: General Asylum, Now you've done it (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-11-08, 06:54:49 (155.94.62.252)
Aurelio, You did such a great job writing your response, I've got to try this myself. Here I go again, way overboard again into an aspect of like which most people view as 'simple'. Same with the audi .......
60: General Asylum, That is 'old' habit! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-11-07, 10:51:16 (155.94.62.252)
nt .......
61: General Asylum, What? There is something better than Starbucks?? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-11-07, 10:49:44 (155.94.62.252)
Please offer suggestions for home delivery. My wife and I have moved up the Starbiucks ladder only to find we are in need of a new fix. Please suggest new sources for feed an only habit. bz ::: TOPIC: .......
62: Speaker Asylum, REL and TSM work for me (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-10-29, 12:36:38 (155.94.62.252)
Jason, Please check details of my system, room, etc. I've had no problem integrating the two but do be prepared to experiment with placement, settings, etc. Speakers are presently at Merlin for the M- .......
63: Shutterbug Strasse, Re: Well, even though I'm a Nikon user... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-10-24, 06:50:15 (155.94.62.252)
jj- I use the N70 too. Do you find the autofocus system works poorly in low light? Someone mentioned the Canon autofocus system is superior in low light but I haven't held a Canon for years. Chiggy, .......
64: Outside Asylum, Why not doxy? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-10-22, 09:29:51 (155.94.62.252)
Doxycycline cheaper (it is generic)and very plentiful. .......
65: General Asylum, Re: Sonic Frontiers Line3 SE! (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-10-15, 10:46:15 (155.94.62.252)
Dman, Could you amplify (no pun!) on the sonic differences you hear between the SE and non-SE versions? I too am very interested in this model and wonder of the additional $$$ on the SE are justified. .......
66: Outside Asylum, A moment of silence, please (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-09-11, 06:28:30 (155.94.62.251)
for those killed or injured in NY this morning, their families, friends, etc. Why can't we all just get along? .......
67: Outside Asylum, Many good suggestions (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-09-06, 08:01:40 (155.94.54.252)
Victor, Since we used a dozen or so of these every day at the club, I know this model is rugged, easy to use, and gives good results. Obviously, bounce flash w/ or w/o a white bounce card will produce .......
68: Shutterbug Strasse, Try this site (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-09-05, 07:47:15 (155.94.54.252)
My 'pro' friends use this to sell/buy their stuff .......
69: Shutterbug Strasse, Agree, JJ, for high altitudes (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-09-05, 07:43:54 (155.94.54.252)
that with transparency films, especially, the STRONGER UV filters (which also cut into the blue) are helpful. I don't routinely take aerials but the effect of UV scattered by atmospheric moisture betw .......
70: Shutterbug Strasse, I wish that were so, but (longish) (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-30, 06:44:46 (155.94.54.252)
he was correct and this was one of the first courses at RIT in Photographic Science and Instrumentation. Yes, I have an undergrad degree in Photography. Joe, certainly this point won't help you take b .......
71: General Asylum, Remembered joys are never passed (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-29, 08:00:00 (155.94.54.252)
At once the fountain, stream and sea. They were, they are, they yet shall be. ---James Montgomery Sorry to learn of your loss. .......
72: Outside Asylum, Is this Otto's? (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-29, 06:50:45 (155.94.54.252)
BMW? Just trying to decide where to purchase our BMW? Actually I hear good things about them. Bill Zarycranski .......
73: Shutterbug Strasse, "Light" is the visible part of the electromagnetic spectrum (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-29, 06:44:31 (155.94.54.252)
Ultraviolet and infrared are sometimes incorrectly referred to as 'light'. The human eye 'sees' radiation between 400 and 700 nm. Wavelengths above or below this are not visible, and hence, not 'light .......
74: Shutterbug Strasse, Blad stuff durable (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-28, 08:27:38 (155.94.54.252)
Never shot big surf in Hawaii, no, nor for that matter in South Jersey. Big surf and Jersey are mutually exclusive. Keep skylight on to focus, etc. but off for the really big shots. bz .......
75: Outside Asylum, Vivitar 283 (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-27, 12:30:25 (155.94.54.252)
Victor, Don't know your set-up but a very reasonable and time-tested flash is the Vivitar 283. Can work via sync cord to your camera and has several auto modes in addition to manual. Powerful enough - .......
76: Shutterbug Strasse, Filters (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-27, 08:24:52 (155.94.54.252)
Joe, Use filters to modify image color. Use lens caps and hoods for protection. Seems there are strong feelings both ways, but I can't advocate placing 2 more glass/air interfaces between the subject .......
77: SET Asylum, This thing scares me.... (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-08-02, 06:45:56 (155.94.54.252)
As someone new to investigating SET amps. First, I'm not a DIY type of guy. I'd of probably killed myself during construction of this monster. Are you sure you're not sterile from standing too close t .......
78: SET Asylum, Unison 845 (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-07-12, 09:16:09 (155.94.54.252)
GEO, The Unison 845 was rated at about 24 wpc? So your experience suggests this would be the MINIMUM necessary? My listening tastes lean now toward jazz, classical, folk, new age, etc., at 'moderate' .......
79: SET Asylum, Time to put the SET in setup (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-07-11, 14:48:03 (155.94.54.252)
I'm quite happy with my Merlin TSM-SE speakers which I've been driving with an ARC Classic 60, but I'm very curious (finally) about all the fuss made about SET amps. My collective impression is that I .......
80: Power Forum, Okay, 2 UO's but.. (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-04-12, 10:13:21 (155.94.54.252)
You would not recommend running amp and line stage off one outlet and use 2nd UO for digital? Trying to avoid a 'strip' unless you have a specific model to suggest. Sounds like a generic strip would d .......
81: Power Forum, Ultimate outlet question (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-04-03, 14:51:44 (155.94.54.252)
Hi, My system consists of an ARC Classic 60, ARC LS1, Audio Alchemy DDS Pro Transport and DDEv3 DAC. The system is plugged into a dedicated 20A Hubbel outlet as follows: Amp directly to outlet; pre,tr .......
82: Inmate Systems, Bill Z - The Dog House (0.00)
Posted by Bill Z on 2001-02-25, 21:15:00 (68.80.9.40)
Moniker: Bill Z System Name: The Dog House System Rev Date: 2003/05/08/14:29 System Rev IP: 68.80.9.40 Amp: ARC Classic 60 (60w/ch) w/svetlana 6550Cs Preamp: Sonic Frontiers Line-3 SE (w/siemens NOS) .......
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