1: Tubes Asylum, Tube Identification (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2022-03-25, 08:35:41 (24.180.149.70)
A few years ago, I decided to only purchase new production tubes, and I sold what NOS/ANOS I had. In hindsight, that appears to have been a mistake... However, I did happen to find this pair of .......

2: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: One More Option (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-19, 07:11:44 (24.180.147.230)
I already had checked Best Buy, because it just so happens that I have a unused gift card. However, there are no memory upgrade options, and the hard drive upgrade just bumps you up to the next model. .......

3: Computer Audio Asylum, One More Option (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-18, 03:18:22 (24.180.147.230)
I could forego the Fusion Drive, and order a base model Mini with 8GB memory (I don't know if I can bring myself to pay $300 for 16GB), and rip my CDs to the standard hard drive. At the end of the war .......

4: Computer Audio Asylum, Thanks! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-18, 01:39:59 (24.180.147.230)
I just assumed the Roon database would use the flash portion of the Fusion Drive--but maybe not... At any rate, I am getting ahead of myself if I want to keep it simple to start out--I just wanted to .......

5: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Mac Mini/iTunes--Please help me AbeCollins! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-17, 14:00:13 (24.180.147.230)
Thanks Abe! After giving it some more thought, I am leaning toward a 2011/newer or current model, which in addition to having better processors, would also make the DVI-HDMI a moot point. If I recall .......

6: Computer Audio Asylum, Mac Mini/iTunes--Please help me AbeCollins! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-17, 04:21:03 (24.180.147.230)
I am just getting around to ripping my modest CD collection, and have been researching the best method--It has been overwhelming/paralyzing, until I came across Abe's advice to just do it, and keep it .......

7: Tubes Asylum, RE: Raytheon tubes agree not Raytheon (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-12, 07:04:42 (24.180.147.230)
These have etched printing, and appear to be the same? .......

8: Tubes Asylum, RE: Font style of etched tube number looks GE (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-06, 17:36:56 (24.180.147.230)
No--It is supposed to be from a lot of JAN-CRP, with a faded/missing label. .......

9: Tubes Asylum, Raytheon 5814?? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-02-06, 13:14:16 (24.180.147.230)
Can someone confirm that this is an early 1950's Raytheon 5814? Thanks! .......

10: Vintage Asylum, RE: Rest and avoidance are now your friends (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2017-01-01, 12:54:06 (24.180.147.230)
My wife has had back pain/stenosis for many years (3 operations). We would be interested in any suggestions if you wish to PM me! .......

11: Vintage Asylum, RE: Rest and avoidance are now your friends (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2016-12-31, 18:22:58 (24.180.147.230)
My wife has had back pain/stenosis for many years (3 operations). We would be interested in any suggestions if you wish to PM me! .......

12: Vintage Asylum, RE: Sherwood S-5000 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2016-12-30, 14:04:23 (24.180.147.230)
I don't suppose it is for sale? .......

13: Tubes Asylum, RE: NOS Svetlana EL34(pre2000) or SED EL34 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2014-03-03, 07:54:55 (24.247.252.194)
Thanks for all of the responses. I already have a quad of GL KT77s that I am very satisfied with, in my Cayin A-50T. However, several years ago, I had a Primaluna with SED EL34s that I that I also lik .......

14: Tubes Asylum, NOS Svetlana EL34(pre2000) or SED EL34 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2014-03-02, 04:01:26 (24.247.252.194)
I am looking to pick up a quad of Winged C EL34s, before the price gets too crazy. Is there any difference between the original pre 2000 tubes and the last of production run of SED? Thanks! ::: TOPIC .......

15: Vintage Asylum, RE: Small(er) Advent (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2013-06-27, 09:32:49 (24.180.145.219)
Thanks--will keep that in mind... .......

16: Vintage Asylum, RE: Small Advent (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2013-06-22, 09:39:15 (24.180.145.219)
Thanks! .......

17: Vintage Asylum, RE: Small Advent (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2013-06-22, 09:30:19 (24.180.145.219)
Thanks Mark, I am also looking at these Dynaco A25 VWs. There does not seem to be too much information on them. I don't know if other than the vinyl cabinets, they would be a step down from the origin .......

18: Vintage Asylum, Small Advent (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2013-06-22, 04:14:14 (24.180.145.219)
Hi: I have been looking for a pair of vintage speakers for my workshop. In going through the Archives, I have narrowed it down to three choices: 1) Dynaco A25 2) KLH 17 3) Small Advents There is an ad .......

19: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Jolida 302 CRC or Cayin A-50T?? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2012-08-02, 04:01:11 (71.82.88.60)
This is an EL34 amp--I think the 102 uses EL84 .......

20: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Jolida 302 CRC or Cayin A-50T?? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2012-07-31, 19:47:16 (71.82.88.60)
I am considering the purchase of one of these integrated amps. I have gone through the Archives, and I get the impression that the Cayin has a much better build/parts quality, and it certainly is the .......

21: Digital Drive, RE: Tivo is for TV? video? then remember you need a surround decoder, not just a two channel DAC (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2012-07-08, 15:32:45 (71.82.88.60)
I never considered that--I will have to check it out. .......

22: Digital Drive, RE: No easy answer (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2012-07-08, 15:22:36 (71.82.88.60)
Thanks! That was the information that I needed. .......

23: Digital Drive, How much to spend on a DAC for Tivo (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2012-07-07, 05:54:51 (71.82.88.60)
Is it worth spending the money to buy a DAC to use with my Tivo? It only has a Toslink output, and I would need to run it about 30 feet. Would a Rega or Eastern Electric DAC be overkill? Thanks for al .......

24: Room Acoustics Forum by Rives Audio, Woofer Height (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2010-09-06, 08:23:58 (71.82.88.60)
Hi: I have a room that is approximately 11 1/2' X 13 1/2', with a 9' ceiling. I am going to purchase some speaker stands, and I have a question: Is there an optimal distance from the center of the woo .......

25: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I'll take your old amp off your hands for you... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2009-09-05, 02:12:39 (71.82.88.60)
Let me know if you decide to list it. .......

26: Planar Speaker Asylum, Another Question about Amps (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2009-09-01, 11:30:15 (71.82.88.60)
I am giving serious consideration to selling my tube integrated and get a good high current amp for my MMGs. I am looking for something used, and after reading the archives, I have my choices narrowed .......

27: Tubes Asylum, RE: Yes...Twystd is 100% correct in that the 5881 /6L6wxt (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2009-07-18, 08:40:24 (71.82.88.60)
I went to this auction, but am unable to determine what vintage to get--Some have a coin base and some a black base. Some have no picture of the tube at all. Are these what I should look for? Triode E .......

28: Tubes Asylum, RE: New Issue Tung Sol 6550 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2009-02-13, 11:58:10 (66.227.170.166)
Whoops--Sorry about that! I must have been thinking about someone else that posts here, who raves about the Tung Sol black plates. Well, at least it makes sense to me now--I could not imagine that you .......

29: Tubes Asylum, New Issue Tung Sol 6550 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2009-02-13, 07:27:53 (66.227.170.166)
I am curious--Given your high regard for the NOS Tung Sol 6550s, why have you not tried the reissues? Given your vast experience with tubes, I would think that you want to compare and report your find .......

30: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: What’s wrong with this question? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-10-04, 12:15:09 (71.90.99.147)
I am quite happy with my PrimaLuna Dialogue 2, rated at "only" 38 watts per channel--It does have very large transformers, so maybe it is able to supply more current than other tube amps??? I also hav .......

31: Vintage Asylum, Dynaco A25 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-08-24, 09:21:33 (71.90.99.147)
I just purchased a Proton 930 receiver, and I started out looking for a pair of Small Advents to use with it. In the process, I think that the Dynaco A25 may be a better way to go--There seems to be m .......

32: Tubes Asylum, 6L6 tubes in a PrimaLuna Dialogue II Results... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-07-04, 10:22:59 (71.90.99.147)
I received my SED 6L6GCs from Upscale Audio, and have been listening to them for several days. My first impression was that I did not like them at all--The highs were VERY subdued. After a couple of d .......

33: Tubes Asylum, Thanks! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-06-25, 04:12:07 (71.90.99.147)
I am going to try the SED 6L6GC. If I like them, perhaps I will get some NOS GEs... .......

34: Tubes Asylum, RE: I have a customer that SWEARS by the SED (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-06-22, 12:25:57 (71.90.99.147)
I am considering those--I saw his comments on your website... Can you tell me the plate voltage on the Dialogue 2? Thanks! .......

35: Tubes Asylum, 6L6 tubes in a PrimaLuna Dialogue II (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-06-21, 17:12:26 (71.90.99.147)
I would like to try some 6L6 tubes in my PrimaLuna Dialogue II, but I am a bit overwhelmed by the number of choices. In doing some research, it seems as though the GE 6L6GC sets the standard; but I do .......

36: Vintage Asylum, Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-05-18, 20:02:18 (71.90.99.147)
nt .......

37: Vintage Asylum, Budget Vintage Receiver (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-05-16, 05:00:59 (71.90.99.147)
Hi: I posted the question below, regarding a Sherwood S7900-A, that was on Ebay... I was outbid on it, so I am still in the market...I am looking for something for my workroom, and really don't need a .......

38: Vintage Asylum, Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-05-07, 17:33:04 (71.90.99.147)
nt .......

39: Vintage Asylum, Sherwood S-7900A (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2008-05-07, 04:37:28 (71.90.99.147)
Hi: Is this Sherwood worth bidding on? Would I need to take the same precautions with this unit as I would with a vintage tube receiver? Thanks for any input! .......

40: Computer Audio Asylum, Music Sever (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2007-08-31, 05:01:33 (67.177.157.244)
I am looking for a music server, and am trying to choose between the Olive Musica and the Cambridge 640H. I am not looking for audiophile quality, as it will be used in a multi zone setup in my new ho .......

41: Room Acoustics Forum by Rives Audio, ICF basement walls (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2007-03-03, 03:31:57 (71.205.95.124)
Does anyone have any experience with ICFs (insulated concrete forms)? The forms consist of 2 inches of polystyrene on both sides of a concrete wall. I am building a new house, and one of the walls in .......

42: Vintage Asylum, Thanks! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2007-02-08, 10:05:38 (71.205.95.124)
Thanks .......

43: Vintage Asylum, Dahlquist DQ10 Crossover Specifications (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2007-02-07, 09:59:33 (71.205.95.124)
Does anyone know what order crossovers were used in the original Dahlquist DQ10s--1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th? Thanks! .......

44: Room Acoustics Forum by Rives Audio, Re: Dedicated Room on a Tight Budget (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2007-01-27, 22:14:38 (65.247.211.164)
Thanks for your response--I will email you with more questions about your services/products... .......

45: Room Acoustics Forum by Rives Audio, Dedicated Room on a Tight Budget (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2007-01-21, 07:33:34 (71.205.95.124)
I assume this topic has been discussed at length; but I am looking for some basic guidelines for a dedicated listening room on a tight budget. Would I be right in saying that the room dimensions are t .......

46: Cable Asylum, River/Signal/Element Cables (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2006-07-08, 05:59:28 (71.205.95.124)
I am in the process of reconfiguring my system, and I will need different lengths of cable than what I presently have (Audience Conductor interconnects and Maestro speaker cables). I will be purchasin .......

47: Video Asylum, B&K Reference 50 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2006-06-01, 07:28:19 (71.205.95.124)
Can anyone tell me how the B&K Reference 50 compares to a dedicated stereo preamp? For that matter, is it possible to use it as a stereo preamp. My dealer tells me that everything is converted to digi .......

48: Car Court, Audi RS4 replica wheels (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2005-02-27, 15:44:40 (67.172.73.176)
Is anyone familiar with replica RS4 wheels? The ones that I have seen are supposedly made in Italy, and priced from $150--$200 each. Are they too "cheap" to be any good? I hope I am not offending any .......

49: General Asylum, Re: Sirus and XM sound quality (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-09-22, 04:30:34 (24.11.33.56)
I also use the optical output of my Dish Network Sirius--going to an old Adcom 600 DAC. I am quite pleased as well. However, it should be noted that I never sit down to "listen" to Sirius--It is alway .......

50: Tubes Asylum, Audience Conductors will fit and.. (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-09-12, 03:17:17 (24.11.33.56)
are "reasonably" priced--around $100... .......

51: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: DIY Tubetraps from pipe insulation as plant stands?? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-09-01, 19:59:26 (24.11.33.56)
I did the same thing you are considering-- However, I used 3 dowels screwed into the plywood tops and bottoms for extra support... .......

52: Radio Road, Can I use coax for an AM antenna? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-07-14, 07:27:08 (24.11.33.56)
I have an extra coax wire running down from my roof, that at one time was used for an accessory antenna that was mounted on top of my Dish Network satellite dish (in order to receive local channels). .......

53: Tubes Asylum, I had an even more impolite individual... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-06-29, 16:24:43 (24.11.33.56)
who bought some tubes from me that I had listed on eBay. Before I had even shipped them, he had them listed on for sale on Audiogon--using MY pictures! .......

54: Outside Asylum, Re: I agree (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-06-05, 18:07:26 (24.11.33.56)
nt .......

55: Hi-Rez Highway, It is my understanding that... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-05-08, 10:35:28 (24.11.33.56)
The $1200 includes all of the mods, except for other *options*, such as Bybee filters and the LC audio clock... .......

56: Hi-Rez Highway, Re: I would NOT hesitate.... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-05-07, 19:17:57 (24.11.33.56)
I have been corresponding with Dan, and as of now you have to purchase your own unit, and then send it to him--Although, he has been looking for a source to purchase these players, in order to offer a .......

57: The Signature Sound Lounge, Rogue Tempest II or Manley Stingray (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-05-07, 19:03:10 (24.11.33.56)
Hi Rich: Have you heard the new Rogue Tempest II, and if so, how does it compare to the Manley Stingray? I am considering one these integrated amps to drive a pair of the new Gallo Reference III speak .......

58: Hi-Rez Highway, Thanks All!! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-05-06, 17:38:53 (24.11.33.56)
Thanks! .......

59: Hi-Rez Highway, Re: I would NOT hesitate.... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-05-06, 05:20:36 (24.11.33.56)
Thanks for your input... What mods did you have done to your 5900? Do you know what the major differences are between the 2900 and 5900? I would say that 80% of my listening would be 2 channel CD--I w .......

60: Hi-Rez Highway, Modded Denon vs. high quality Redbook (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-05-05, 06:23:00 (24.11.33.56)
Has anyone done a comparison between a Denon 2900 that has been upgraded by Modwright, and quality Redbook player, such as a Sim Nova or the Ayre? I currently have a Sim Nova, and the prospect of a un .......

61: Tubes Asylum, Re: If you need another set of outputs... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-04-27, 16:51:29 (24.11.33.56)
Yes, I originally was going to do that (and still might); but I see new SLP-88s advertised for under $1200. Considering the cost of the extra pair of outputs, I could probably sell mine and about brea .......

62: Tubes Asylum, Cary SLP-88 vs. AES AE-3 DJH (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-04-27, 08:46:34 (24.11.33.56)
Has anyone done a direct comparison between these two preamps? I checked the Archives, and did not find anything... I have an AE-3 DJH, and I suspect that it is the better unit. However, the SLP-88 ha .......

63: Music Lane, Jackson Browne is a class act... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-03-25, 18:44:48 (24.11.33.56)
Even though I disagree with his politics, I have been a fan for many years. I thought he gave a classy acceptance speech... .......

64: General Asylum, I don't if anyone knows this, but... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-03-13, 18:26:46 (24.11.33.56)
All you need to do is go to the UPS website, and register for internet shipping. Enter the pertinent information, print a label, and attach it to your package (either in a plastic mailing pouch, or ta .......

65: Tubes Asylum, Thanks--I will give him one more chance... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-03-08, 19:35:43 (24.11.33.56)
Then I will expose him. .......

66: Tubes Asylum, Am I being unreasonable, or... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-03-06, 08:19:44 (24.11.33.56)
Am I a fool? Last August, I purchased a pair of monoblocks from dealer who would be instantly recognized by most people here. He agreed to sell my old amp on consignment; and I shipped it to him on Au .......

67: Tubes Asylum, Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-01-30, 04:01:47 (24.11.33.56)
nt .......

68: Tubes Asylum, Please post what they have to say -Thanks!(nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2004-01-27, 10:15:42 (24.11.33.56)
nt .......

69: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Are the 12BZ7s and EL84s in the right positions? NT (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-11-02, 02:18:40 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

70: Tubes Asylum, If you can swing a couple hundred dollars more... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-10-16, 17:47:15 (12.241.155.107)
Audio Connection has a special price on the AE-3 DJH Signature--$1400 with remote... .......

71: Tubes Asylum, Try the Tubestore... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-10-15, 17:21:12 (12.241.155.107)
They had some last summer. I don't believe that they are listed on their website--So perhaps there are still some available... .......

72: Tubes Asylum, Try Audience Conductors... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-10-03, 03:52:21 (12.241.155.107)
They are reasonably priced, and will fit in the narrow spacing between the inputs--As a bonus, they are a great interconnect... .......

73: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Cary amp heading back for repairs... (+ question about r upgrade) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-09-21, 14:44:13 (12.241.155.107)
I have also been experimenting with 12AY7s and 12AX7s, because I want less gain. I currently can only turn the volume up to about 9:00 on my AES Superpreamp. Right now, I am trying out some GE 5751WAs .......

74: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Cary amp heading back for repairs... (+ question about r upgrade) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-09-21, 11:47:27 (12.241.155.107)
If I am not mistaken, the "i" revision took away the gain stage, resulting in better sonics. The "r" revision still does not have a gain stage; but instead, used a higher gain tube (12BZ7), in place o .......

75: Tubes Asylum, AE-3 Superpreamp DJH (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-09-04, 04:10:19 (12.241.155.107)
Since putting the 12AY7s in the Sixpacs, loud is now 11:00 instead of 9:00. I haven't listened closely, but I actually may like them... .......

76: Tubes Asylum, Re: Has anyone done any tube rolling with the CARY/AES SixPacs? Specifically... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-09-03, 19:00:11 (12.241.155.107)
I just put some EH 12AY7s in mine this evening--So I can't comment on the sonics yet... I wanted to try something with less gain--Before, I could only turn the volume on the pre-amp to about 9:00 max. .......

77: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Thanks guys--Say Mike... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-08-19, 04:34:28 (12.241.155.107)
I realized after reading your response, that you had some earlier postings on the AE-1...I can't seem to find any other info on it. BTW--You don't happen to have your unit for sale on Audiogon??? ::: .......

78: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Cary SLP-88 vs. AES AE-3 DJH (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-08-18, 04:37:23 (12.241.155.107)
I have checked the Archives, and there does not seem to be a direct comparison between these two pre-amps. Has anyone done a head to head comparison? It would seem to me, at retail prices, that the AE .......

79: Bottlehead Forum, Dual outputs (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-08-16, 18:03:23 (12.241.155.107)
Hi: I realize that this may not quite be the appropriate forum, but I believe I stand the best chance of getting the right answer here--from people who know their way around the inside of an amp... I .......

80: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Question / Comment for V12i users (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-08-09, 13:49:02 (12.241.155.107)
1) I can't speak directly about the V12i, but when I owned a SuperAmp, I was told by Kirk at Cary, that it was actually harder on the amp to leave it in Standby for long periods of time... 2) There wa .......

81: Tubes Asylum, Can you tell me what year is "V"--Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-07-17, 18:44:12 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

82: General Asylum, Thanks for the suggestions... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-04-13, 16:18:57 (12.241.155.107)
I am going to wait for the check to clear, then tell him that I know what is going on. I will contact eBay at that time. I have already contacted Audiogon, and it was too late to check his ad, because .......

83: General Asylum, Re: Is This Ethical? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-04-12, 19:00:12 (12.241.155.107)
Well, anything is possible--but I doubt it... I haven't asked him about it yet--I am waiting for his check to clear first. (I know, that wasn't very smart.) .......

84: General Asylum, Is This Ethical? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-04-12, 18:49:27 (12.241.155.107)
I recently auctioned 3 quads of used Svetlana tubes on eBay (2 quads of KT88s, and one quad of 6550s). Before I had received the check from the buyer, or had shipped the tubes, he listed 2 of the quad .......

85: General Asylum, Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-30, 07:32:35 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

86: Tubes Asylum, Re: EL-34's in Cary Slam100? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-29, 04:50:14 (12.241.155.107)
I asked Kirk this question about my SLI-80--No problem at all. However, you are going to have to turn the bias adjustment up quite a bit--Kirk advised that if you go back to KT88/6550, that you lower .......

87: General Asylum, What about Tung Oil? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-29, 02:59:49 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

88: SET Asylum, Re: It sounds like you know something that I don't... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-17, 07:46:10 (12.241.155.107)
That is what I always thought...Even Magnepans are supposed to present less of a challenge for a power amp in this regard--Their drawbacks being low impedance/sensitivity. However, I have never had mo .......

89: SET Asylum, It sounds like you know something that I don't... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-17, 06:54:31 (12.241.155.107)
Hi Craig: Please tell me--I would rather look ignorant here, that make a $$$ mistake. I double checked an email that the dealer sent to me--He referred to them as being a purely resistive ribbon array .......

90: SET Asylum, I have been debating the purchase of an ASL Leyla... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-16, 07:02:28 (12.241.155.107)
But I had concluded that even though it is a "high powered" SET, it really should be paired with high sensitivity speakers in order for it to shine... However, I have a pair of VMPS RM2s on order; and .......

91: Tubes Asylum, Exactly!! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-06, 04:26:32 (12.241.155.107)
Just as you say, Spafford is the only person to call someone an asshole--and worse. He is the only one who goes off on tirades--Yet Mike is the one who is told that he as an anger problem???? For the .......

92: Tubes Asylum, Excellent Points! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-05, 18:31:07 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

93: Tubes Asylum, Yes, let's look at this objectively... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-03, 18:29:55 (12.241.155.107)
This isnt't the first, second, or even third tirade he has gone on--calling people a__holes or morons, and then "leaving". However, he always comes back--his apologies dripping with sarcasm. A couple .......

94: Speaker Asylum, Re: Reynaud Speakers with Reynaud Speaker Cable (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-03, 13:20:07 (12.241.155.107)
I can't recall offhand what price I was quoted for the HP216A. I had no luck finding a dealer that even sold it. I finally called Fanfare, and it seems as though it was VERY expensive--at least compar .......

95: Speaker Asylum, Re: Reynaud Speakers with Reynaud Speaker Cable (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-03, 08:55:05 (12.241.155.107)
Thanks for your observations. Do you have any experience or access to DH Labs cables? The HP216A is over my budget right now, but the DH Labs T14 or Q10 seem to be very similar. .......

96: Tubes Asylum, Re: How Many Times Have You Declined to Post Negative Feedback? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-03, 04:48:22 (12.241.155.107)
Hi Mike: I thought I recognized your name--I sold the set of Radiotechnique 12AU7s to you last month... .......

97: Tubes Asylum, Re: How Many Times Have You Declined to Post Negative Feedback? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-03-02, 20:11:37 (12.241.155.107)
Check out his eBay feedback: goldliontmq I know it is hard to hear, but just be grateful that you are "only" out $100. I lost $400 in a transaction with his friend Andy, of Vintage Tube Services--a qu .......

98: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Cary CAD2500 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-02-15, 04:31:00 (12.241.155.107)
Is anyone familiar with the Cary CAD2500 hybrid amp? How much did it retail for when new? Was it dependable? I have a chance to get one, and I would use it as a bass amp. I like the fact that it has t .......

99: Tweakers' Asylum, Do low ohms go hand in hand with good bass? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-02-14, 04:18:50 (12.241.155.107)
I have a pair of speakers on order, and I can specify an 8 ohm or a 4 ohm woofer... I don't know why, but I always assumed that a SS amp that doubled it's power into 4 ohms was the only way to guarant .......

100: SET Asylum, Jack--Are you familiar with either of the newer Galantes? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-01-24, 16:08:36 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

101: General Asylum, Re: Audiogon transaction: what should I do? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-01-18, 15:26:11 (12.241.155.107)
I just sold an original Planet on Audiogon--The total shipping cost was $17, and that included $4 for a new box. .......

102: General Asylum, Re: Forgot to give props to all the great Goners (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-01-14, 17:00:00 (12.241.155.107)
Well, most of my Audiogon transactions have been as a seller--all of which have gone well, because I try to "delight" the buyer, with the condition/packaging of whatever I am selling. The few times I .......

103: Tweakers' Asylum, Update... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-01-05, 16:48:11 (12.241.155.107)
Thanks for all of the suggestions. I automatically assumed that the driver was coming loose from the surround. However, everything looks fine--just like new; and the surrounds are in great shape. I de .......

104: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: "Buzzing" noise coming from mid/woofer (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-01-04, 16:39:22 (12.241.155.107)
I wish it was just a matter of adjusting the screws... The cone is separating from the surround--Or at least I think it is. It is not apparent to look at, but I can get it to stop by holding my finger .......

105: Tweakers' Asylum, "Buzzing" noise coming from mid/woofer (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2003-01-04, 11:42:04 (12.241.155.107)
Hi: I have a pair of Reynaud Evolution 3s, and the mid/woofer in one of them is making a slight buzzing noise. Fortunately, I think that it is just a matter of the driver starting to come loose from t .......

106: Tubes Asylum, Which is worse--YECH's ad, or... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-12-30, 07:13:30 (12.241.155.107)
an ad for "lightly used" tubes that turn out to be throw aways? Well, there is someone in this thread, who defines NOS in the strict sense of the word, who has done just that. I agree that the term NO .......

107: Power Forum, DIY THHN Home Depot speaker cable (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-12-05, 06:34:42 (12.241.155.107)
Hi Paul: I could have sworn that I saw a posting of yours' describing DIY speaker cables made from various gauges of THHN wire; but I'll be darned if I can find it... At any rate, could you specify th .......

108: Tubes Asylum, One of the best--when you consider... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-11-25, 05:56:56 (12.241.155.107)
the combination of very reasonable prices and variety of quality stock. I find it works out best if you e-mail him, instead of calling--As with most dealers, he is a one man operation. He almost alway .......

109: Tubes Asylum, I thought Kara Chaffee was a male? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-11-10, 07:02:07 (12.241.155.107)
In the current Enjoy the Music, Kara is referred to as she... .......

110: Tubes Asylum, Agreed--Thinly disguised ad (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-11-01, 04:21:17 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

111: General Asylum, Re: Cambridge Kloss Model 88 or Kloss Tivoli Model 2 is a good small office radio (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-20, 11:46:29 (12.241.155.107)
I have two Model 88s and one Tivoli, and could live with either. Two things to consider: Are you going to be within arms' reach? If not, then the remote with the Model 88 would come in handy. Also, Ca .......

112: Tubes Asylum, Opinions of Valve Art 6550A Copper plate tubes... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-19, 16:01:03 (12.241.155.107)
I just came across the "new" Valve Art 6550As copper plates, on the DIY hifisupply website. Has anyone tried them yet? They are supposed to combine the best qualities of an EL34 and a 6550. Thanks! :: .......

113: Digital Drive, Re: Went with the Nova (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-18, 10:50:20 (12.241.155.107)
Congratulations! Regarding interconnects--By no means am I familiar with the many cables out there; and I have only tried two brands with my Nova... However, I REALLY like Audience Conductors. Best of .......

114: Tubes Asylum, Sorry--Now I know of at least 2 sources. Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-17, 17:54:26 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

115: Tubes Asylum, Only Triode Electronics sells matched pairs (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-17, 03:57:06 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

116: Digital Drive, Re: Deciding on CD player (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-16, 10:17:00 (12.241.155.107)
I would say that your impression of the Nova would be similar to mine... I think it would be unfair to compare the 308 to the Nova--based on the fact that the Nova would cost you almost twice as much. .......

117: Digital Drive, Bad choice of words... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-16, 10:06:35 (12.241.155.107)
I should have said that there seems to be a larger discount off the price of Cary CD players as opposed to the Nova. Thus, even though the list price of the 303/200 is higher than the Nova, chances ar .......

118: Digital Drive, Re: Deciding on CD player (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-16, 04:51:26 (12.241.155.107)
I am not familiar with your system--However a few things to consider: 1) The Carys are heavily discounted; so the better comparison might be the with the 303/200... 2)I previously owned a 303/200, and .......

119: Tubes Asylum, What did you find out? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-14, 17:09:42 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

120: Tubes Asylum, I used to own a Superamp DJH... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-12, 12:05:41 (12.241.155.107)
If you read through the Owner's Manual, you will find that it states for best sound, you can set bias at 240ma--If memory serves me. .......

121: General Asylum, Re: Todd--What is your opinion on Toslink length.. (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-07, 09:53:17 (12.241.155.107)
Do you think that it is possible that longer length of the Sound Professional Toslink contributed to its' superiority over the Wireworld? Thanks! .......

122: General Asylum, Todd--What is your opinion on Toslink length.. (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-07, 06:46:26 (12.241.155.107)
Do you agree with the opinion that 2M is the optimum length for Toslink? I actually only need a 1/2M cable, but when I went to the website of Sound Professionals, I saw that 1 1/2M is their shortest l .......

123: Tubes Asylum, Thanks-- (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-06, 03:36:42 (12.241.155.107)
I had checked the Archives, but there wasn't any info on the KT90s in this amp...I realize that there are too many variables to state that tubes will always sound great/bad. I really wanted to know ho .......

124: Tubes Asylum, Ei KT90s/Cary SLI-80 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-04, 16:10:46 (12.241.155.107)
Has anyone tried using Ei KT90s in their Cary SLI-80? If so, what were the results, and how high did you bias them? As you know, Cary recommends 75ma per pair of output tubes--but by most accounts, th .......

125: Tubes Asylum, I have 2 pairs on order.. (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-10-01, 03:25:44 (12.241.155.107)
They just arrived at Triode Electronics; and so far as I know, Ned is the only source of EI Elites who offers matched pairs. .......

126: Inmate Central, Jackson Browne--Running On Empty (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-09-29, 05:16:49 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

127: Music Lane, Give it another chance... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-09-27, 13:58:46 (12.241.155.107)
The CD starts out strong--with the title song being signature Jackson Browne. However, when I heard Casino Nation, I thought "Oh no, here we go!". I half-heartedly listened to the rest of it, and dism .......

128: Digital Drive, I agree completely... However, (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-09-25, 12:31:48 (12.241.155.107)
I could not have stated it better than you. I have had my Nova for a month, and have been waiting for someone to confirm my initial impressions. I previously owned a Cary 303/200, and a Resolution Aud .......

129: Digital Drive, Sim Nova (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-09-17, 18:03:01 (12.241.155.107)
nt .......

130: Digital Drive, Re: Upgrading my cd player.Narrowed the field to these two (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-08-20, 18:38:39 (12.245.84.71)
What is the name of your dealer--I am in Michigan also, and may be interested in the Audio Note... Thanks! .......

131: Tubes Asylum, Has anyone purchased the new VTV tube tester yet... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-08-01, 19:36:12 (12.245.84.71)
...and if so, how do you like it? Thanks .......

132: Speaker Asylum, Subwoofer hook up--Does this make any sense? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-07-18, 06:56:29 (12.245.84.71)
I have a pair of ACI Titan subs, and I am currently running them off of the speaker outputs of my integrated amp(Cary SLI-80), using the adapter cables from ACI. I would really like to use the high pa .......

133: Tubes Asylum, Tesla KT88 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-07-14, 12:22:59 (12.245.84.71)
Are the Tesla KT88s presently shown on the ATSI website the same as the copper based ones that he had last spring? I don't want to pay that much if they are different from the ones that Chris refers t .......

134: Tubes Asylum, Rocket 88 bi-amp/V12-i (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-07-10, 17:43:53 (12.245.84.71)
Has anyone had the chance to compare bi-amped Rocket 88s to a V12-i? In either case, there are a lot of tubes to replace--It might be enough for me to give up tube rolling! Do you need to have 12 matc .......

135: Tubes Asylum, Re: Tube Types for the AES AE-25 or Superamp........ (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-07-02, 05:25:06 (12.245.84.71)
I have not tried as many tubes as some, but my favorite tubes are the overlooked 6V6s. I purchased a matched quad of Canadian/Westinghouse/Marconi 6V6Gs from KCA tubes for under $150. Very, very nice. .......

136: SET Asylum, Thanks! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-07-01, 17:33:46 (12.245.84.71)
nt .......

137: SET Asylum, Jack G--Are you still pleased with your ASL Leyla? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-07-01, 07:11:17 (12.245.84.71)
With all those tubes, and large 845s--How hot does it run compared to other tube amps that you have owned? Thanks! .......

138: Tubes Asylum, Thanks Steven! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-06-02, 14:11:14 (12.245.84.71)
nt .......

139: Tubes Asylum, eBay item 1356110069 --Are these Philips? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-06-02, 03:09:37 (12.245.84.71)
nt .......

140: Tweakers' Asylum, Tube Trap locations (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-05-01, 10:28:02 (12.245.22.37)
Other than the corners of a room, how important is the location of tube traps? For example, since low frenquencies are non directional, is it necessary to have the tube traps placed directly opposite .......

141: General Asylum, Re: Agreed..... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-04-20, 16:03:05 (12.245.22.37)
Well, that says it all--We have a liberal biased media, and the general public is not informed. That must be why they keep electing Democrats. .......

142: General Asylum, Re: Yup - they make their money on the backs of the poor....... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-04-20, 15:47:38 (12.245.22.37)
No, I do not. As a matter of fact, the companies in which I am most familiar, manage to make money in "spite" of the CEO. I am simply stating that you cannot get a tax cut if you do not pay taxes... .......

143: General Asylum, Re: I am tire of this palaver (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-04-20, 13:27:01 (12.245.22.37)
Over 80% of income taxes are paid by those making $75,000 or more per year--So it stands to reason that they would benefit the most by a tax cut. .......

144: Tweakers' Asylum, Thanks All! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-04-06, 02:53:10 (12.245.22.37)
nt .......

145: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: ASC Tube Traps vs. Echo Buster Bass Busters (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-04-04, 07:59:23 (12.245.22.37)
Thanks for the tips--I had already reviewed most of your website, but I was hoping to avoid the DIY route... However, given the cost of the commercially made products, I may be forced to give it a try .......

146: Tweakers' Asylum, ASC Tube Traps vs. Echo Buster Bass Busters (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-04-02, 15:13:22 (12.245.22.37)
Has anyone compared ASC Tube Traps to the less expensive Bass Busters? I checked the Archives, and previous inquiries have usually gone unanswered. .......

147: Tubes Asylum, Bob--Did you get the email I sent you a couple of years ago? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-15, 08:05:30 (12.245.22.37)
lol .......

148: Tweakers' Asylum, Thanks for the suggestions--How about Marigo Tuning Dots... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-15, 05:08:12 (12.245.22.37)
Thanks for all of the tips... Replacing the hard drive is above my comfort level--So I will try one sound dampening suggestions. Would a product such as the Marigo Tuning Dots be effective? ::: TOPIC: .......

149: Tubes Asylum, Re: Red or Blue glass? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-15, 04:04:29 (12.245.22.37)
Clear glass... I may be wrong, but I had thought that they were the older Teslas--not JJs. They were supposed to be made in Czechoslovakia. They have the flatter tops, and the Ruby designation is E34L .......

150: Tubes Asylum, Re: Weak XF1s, with lots of flashing (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-14, 18:50:31 (12.245.22.37)
Yes, that would seem to be the case... However, as I said, I have sold tubes to this dealer before--He has always been extremely fair. It would seem that if he were trying to rip me off, he would just .......

151: Tubes Asylum, Re: Weak XF1s, with lots of flashing (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-14, 18:02:12 (12.245.22.37)
Yes-if they are not black, then they are very dark brown. The Teslas are E34Ls. .......

152: Tubes Asylum, Re: Weak XF1s, with lots of flashing (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-14, 15:42:52 (12.245.22.37)
It's been about a year--but as I recall, they sounded very good. Shortly after, I came across a set of Ruby EL34s, for $50. They were the old Teslas, and I wanted to try them out--since they were rave .......

153: Tubes Asylum, Re: Weak XF1s, with lots of flashing (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-14, 14:45:49 (12.245.22.37)
Well...I only used them for a dozen hours or so, then I put them away. They were used in a Superamp--there is one bias adjustment for all four tubes--200ma. I don't know what the values were when the .......

154: Tubes Asylum, Weak XF1s, with lots of flashing (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-14, 13:02:30 (12.245.22.37)
Can a power tube, such as a Mullard EL34, have a good amount of getter flashing, but still test weak? I have a quad of Mullard EL34s (XF1), in which the flashing extends down the tube about 1/4 of an .......

155: Tweakers' Asylum, Noisy hard drive solutions (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-14, 05:22:28 (12.245.22.37)
I searched the Archives here, and in the Video Asylum, and could not find any information on this subject--Are there any "tweaks", that could be applied to a Dish Network receiver, that would reduce t .......

156: Digital Drive, Philips CDR600/Technical Question (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-10, 15:28:14 (12.245.22.37)
Is anyone familiar with the new Philips CDR600 CD recorder? It is in the new Audio Advisor catalog. I see that it copies HDCDs? Also, a technical question: I notice that many CD recorders have optical .......

157: Speaker Asylum, Balanced High Pass Filters (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-03-04, 15:21:41 (12.245.22.37)
Does anyone besides Vandersteen make a balanced high pass filter, that I can use with my ACI Titan subs? .......

158: Tubes Asylum, Re: Questions (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-26, 13:29:45 (12.245.22.37)
7.) Why no standby mode? When discussing a different issue regarding my Superamp, Kirk at Cary told me that they have discovered leaving the amp in Standy Mode is actually harder on the tubes. ::: TOP .......

159: Tubes Asylum, Who does the best power tube matching? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-24, 17:31:02 (12.245.22.37)
I am sure most dealers would claim that their process for power tube matching is the best... I am inclined to think that using the Sofia Curve Tracer, and burning in the tubes would be the most desira .......

160: General Asylum, Re: Why do sellers say - (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-24, 15:36:06 (12.245.22.37)
As a seller, I want to do everything in my power to ensure that the item arrives in good condition--It is not worth the hassle to risk otherwise. Insurance and packing materials are cheap. ::: TOPIC:: .......

161: Tubes Asylum, Has anyone seen the new tube tester on the VTV website? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-24, 04:00:39 (12.245.22.37)
It is supposed to be available in July--If you order now, you can get it for $599; rising to $649 next summer. It seems a little pricey (what isn't over there), and it only tests dual triodes. Any opi .......

162: Vintage Asylum, Re: Dynaco ST-70 on eBay (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-14, 07:58:00 (12.245.22.37)
Yeah--Your friend Andy located the XF1s for me. He knew someone who had been hoarding/collecting tubes over the years, and needed to sell off some--because he lost his job. I played them for a short w .......

163: Vintage Asylum, Re: Dynaco ST-70 on eBay (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-14, 04:10:18 (12.245.22.37)
Thanks Chris! I am not technically proficient, so it sounds like this might be a good one for me. I have a couple quads of Mullards that I purchased for my other amp--A pretty well worn quad of XF2s, .......

164: Vintage Asylum, Dynaco ST-70 on eBay (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-13, 19:27:34 (12.245.22.37)
Can anyone give me an opinion of this Stereo 70 currently on eBay? #1332438501 Is it worth bidding on? Thanks! .......

165: Vintage Asylum, CalRad EL84 Monoblocks (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-12, 07:29:13 (12.245.22.37)
Has anyone heard of CalRad EL84 Monoblocks? There is a pair for sale/with picture at Classic Audio in Missouri. (www.classicaudio.net) .......

166: Vintage Asylum, Dynaco ST70/Fisher SA100 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-10, 14:09:43 (12.245.22.37)
I realize that this is probably an apples/orange question--But for the same price, would you purchase a Dynaco ST70 or a Fisher SA100? .......

167: Digital Drive, Cary 306/100 (used) vs 303/200 (new) (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-02, 09:33:17 (12.245.22.37)
I searched the Archives and did not find any direct comparisons between these two units. What are the differences; and assuming both would be in the same price range, which would be the better way to .......

168: Tubes Asylum, Cary V12/Rocket V8/AES Superamp (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-02-02, 09:03:50 (12.245.22.37)
Has anyone else noticed that the most recent Cary amps all seem to be very similar to their AES division Superamp--at least in respect to the use of EL84s as a current source and 6922 inputs? Also, la .......

169: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Straight 8s compared to "store bought" speakers (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-01-07, 11:45:41 (12.245.22.37)
I realize that Straight 8s are covered in detail on the Bottlehead forum, but most of the postings involve construction questions. I am more interested in objective opinions of the Straight 8s compare .......

170: General Asylum, GOS--I see you don't accept unsolicited mail... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-01-04, 19:49:09 (12.245.22.37)
I am also a UPS employee--send me a note sometime. .......

171: Tubes Asylum, Did Amperex make a 5963? (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2002-01-04, 06:43:41 (12.245.22.37)
Can't seem to find any info in the Archives...Also, did Mullard make a 6EM7? .......

172: Tubes Asylum, Sylvania CG gold label 6922 (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-12-23, 07:38:08 (12.245.22.37)
Is anyone familiar with these tubes? Did they precede the Sylvania/Philips ECG tubes? What vintage would they be, and are they any good? .......

173: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: 100 feet - don't cheat, install a subpanel (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-12-02, 11:45:45 (64.12.105.24)
Thanks for all of the tips--I already have a 100A subpanel in which there are two extra circuits. Also, the very first circuit in the main panel is a dedicated line. I have read that it is desirable t .......

174: Tweakers' Asylum, Yet another (hopefully different) dedicated line question... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-12-01, 04:21:26 (24.179.173.202)
I have studied the Archives, and it seems the only thing that is universally accepted, is to hire an electrician if you are not absolutely sure what you are doing. My comfort level ends at the service .......

175: SET Asylum, Re: Thorsten's 300B taste test... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-11-27, 19:17:42 (24.179.173.202)
Hi Brian: That explains why the STs I ordered from you never came in! (I later changed the order to the Meshplates). I would still be interested in the STs as spares. .......

176: SET Asylum, Re: Thorsten's 300B taste test... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-11-27, 18:18:39 (24.179.173.202)
Why was the TJ "coke bottle" withdrawn from the comparison? .......

177: Cable Asylum, Re: XLR to RCA cable clarification (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-11-25, 08:03:00 (24.179.173.202)
I didn't make it clear that I am already using the single-ended outputs on the CD55 to my preamp. I want to use the extra set of balance outputs to go directly to my powered subs. Thanks anyway! ::: T .......

178: Cable Asylum, XLR to RCA cable clarification (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-11-25, 06:55:33 (24.179.173.202)
I checked the Archives, and found the following instructions regarding XLR to RCA: If the output is electronic circuitry, then pin 2 to RCA hot/center, and pin 1 to RCA ground. Shield to pin 1 of XLR .......

179: Speaker Asylum, Subwoofer set-up with a SET amp. (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-11-04, 05:25:07 (24.179.173.202)
I am currently using an ACI Titan with a pair of Meadowlark Shearwaters--running the Shearwaters full range and using the Titan connected to the speaker outputs on my tube amp to fill in the bottom. I .......

180: Tubes Asylum, I think the Tigris is being mistaken for... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-10-31, 07:16:09 (24.179.173.202)
a guiter amp--since it was manufactured by Mesa. I owned a Tigris a few years back, and had good luck with Mullard EL84s, and RCA or Visseaux 6V6s. I also used Mullard 12AX7s and 12AU7s. The Mesa was .......

181: General Asylum, Thanks! (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-09-13, 18:33:45 (24.179.173.202)
Thanks Chris for expressing my feelings exactly. I found it very heartwarming and interesting to read the postings of fellow Inmates from around the world. I could understand it if the "Bored" wanted .......

182: Video Asylum, Samsung SLK407W (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-09-03, 04:33:40 (24.179.173.202)
Does anyone know who carries the Samsung SLK407W? Their website lists Sears and Best Buys--but they both are clueless. Thanks! .......

183: Tubes Asylum, Re: Question for Superamp owners (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-09-02, 03:27:08 (24.179.173.202)
Well, FWIW... This is what Kirk from Cary told me--Leave the Standby switch on Operate, and just turn the unit on and off with the Power switch. I personally leave mine on Standy for several minutes b .......

184: Tubes Asylum, If tubes are sold in a sleeve... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-08-29, 06:42:24 (24.179.173.202)
What are the chances that they are matched? They have all the same date codes. Thanks! .......

185: Tubes Asylum, I have checked the Archives regarding bi-amping and... (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-08-28, 07:31:31 (24.179.173.202)
I think I can do this but I want to double check-- I have two outputs on my CD player that can be used simultaneously, and it also has a volume control. I would like to run one set of outputs to my Su .......

186: SET Asylum, 2.5 volt version of TJ 300B (0.00)
Posted by Bob S on 2001-08-12, 18:02:57 (24.179.173.202)
Has anyone tried the 2.5 volt version of the TJ 300B? Excuse my ignorance, but is this still considered a 300B tube--that is able to be put into a 2A3 circuit, or is it closer to a 2A3 replacement? Wo .......

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