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1: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: De Havilland Ultraverve 3 and Rogue Audio (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2021-01-24, 17:11:53 (96.239.98.215)
Wow, that person sounds like a piece of work. I'm glad you like the UV-3. I think its ne of the best audio purchases I ever made. .......
2: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: De Havilland Ultraverve 3 and Rogue Audio (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2021-01-05, 17:01:43 (96.239.98.215)
Thank you for sharing your experience with Rogue. I've always liked their products. Looking forward to getting one in my system. .......
3: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: De Havilland Ultraverve 3 and Rogue Audio (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2021-01-05, 07:10:05 (172.58.228.118)
Thats the sound I desire, nice full midrange. I've been looking at the Rogue st_100, and I think I'll get great results. Thanks. .......
4: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Horrible match! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2021-01-05, 06:04:02 (172.58.228.118)
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5: Amp/Preamp Asylum, De Havilland Ultraverve 3 and Rogue Audio (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2021-01-04, 21:10:08 (96.239.98.215)
Has anyone ever paired the Ultraverve with any of the Rogue Audio power amps? Please share your thoughts on the combination. .......
6: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I've read many times that 6SN7's are "big tone" tubes, but........ (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2014-11-10, 06:31:10 (199.107.16.121)
I can confidently confirm the tone of the de Havilland Ultraverve 3. Kara loves the 6sn7 tube. Teh Ultraverve deserves all the praise it receives and more!! .......
7: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I haven't thought about a preamp in years ... where do I start? (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2014-01-25, 08:47:09 (71.125.206.121)
I didn't notice a price range, but here are a few great performers at different price points: Mapletree line stage 2SE and the Ultra 4. The Ultra for has a phono stage and both have separate power sup .......
8: Cable Asylum, RE: Wireworld Aurora/Stratus and Shunyata Venom 3 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-03-18, 06:49:52 (199.107.16.121)
After doing some searching, I landed a pair of Wireworld Aurora 7 power cables (1.5 meters) at a very good price. From a construction standpoint, I am very impressed; very well made in my opinion. The .......
9: General Asylum, Audio Bliss (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-03-12, 19:08:49 (71.190.19.71)
is hearing something different/new or improved in you system when your not even trying to hear it. I like that. Just wanted to share!! .......
10: Digital Drive, RE: DAC value question (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-27, 11:08:08 (199.107.16.121)
Musical Fidelity cd player. I haven't ventured into computer audio, and its not likely in the foreseeable futre, so USB would be more of a bonus at this point. .......
11: Digital Drive, And that is always the answer, however (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-27, 05:28:59 (199.107.16.121)
I will only be able to audtion two of the three prior to purchase, and those two would be the Peachtree and the Parasound. I can listen to both of those at a loca hi fi shop. The Minimax on the other .......
12: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas Magnum & Cronus Magnum (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-26, 17:25:54 (71.190.27.45)
Thanks NJ, that helps a lot! .......
13: Digital Drive, RE: DAC value question (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-26, 16:05:35 (208.54.45.208)
Sorry, I meant to include the parasound zdac at $479. .......
14: Digital Drive, DAC value question (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-26, 16:03:35 (208.54.45.208)
Which do you believe offers the best price/performance ratio: a used eastern electric minimax for $500, a new dacit at about $479, or a new Peachtree dacit at about $459. .......
15: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas Magnum & Cronus Magnum (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-24, 13:21:20 (71.190.27.45)
Wow, NJ Audio Guy, you're in the best possible position to answer my questions. Please share your experiences with both the Rogue and the UPA mono blocks. What do you like/dislike about them, and do y .......
16: Cable Asylum, RE: Wireworld Aurora/Stratus and Shunyata Venom 3 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-22, 11:56:45 (199.107.16.121)
That's a fair point, Duster. And while I was merely passing on thoughts of others who are more informed than I, I don't plan on spending anywhere near that $500 price point. The Venom's price is my ce .......
17: Cable Asylum, RE: Wireworld Aurora/Stratus and Shunyata Venom 3 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-22, 05:59:04 (199.107.16.121)
Thank you for the information, all. Elizabeth, I considered the Pangea ac-9 but felt it to be a little to thick for the limited space in the back of my cabinet. Chris, regarding the Venom 3, I think t .......
18: Cable Asylum, Wireworld Aurora/Stratus and Shunyata Venom 3 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-21, 10:07:18 (199.107.16.121)
Hello, I am looking to modestly upgrade my stock cables to my power amp, and I am looking at the three cords noted in the Subject area. Basically, I would like to know which Wireworld product is more .......
19: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Very Nice and informative post. nt (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-14, 12:12:51 (199.107.16.121)
nt .......
20: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas Magnum & Cronus Magnum (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-14, 12:06:07 (199.107.16.121)
Thank you for the helpful responses to those who spoke to my original question on the Atlas' performance. And thank you for reinforcing the use of the kt-120's. I will consider the many helpful commen .......
21: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rogue Atlas Magnum & Cronus Magnum (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-13, 09:35:51 (199.107.16.121)
Both responses thus far are very helpful. Thanks a lot. I'd like to find a used Atlas, magnum preferred, and I would upgrade the non-magnum version if one became available, but both seem hard to come .......
22: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Rogue Atlas Magnum & Cronus Magnum (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-02-13, 06:03:53 (199.107.16.121)
Hello all, I am seriously considering the Atlas magnum to power my Nola Viper iia's, and to possibly unseat my Emotiva UPA-1 monos (which actually do a pretty decent job). But I am intrigued by an all .......
23: Video Asylum, RE: "decode codecs" (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-01-24, 08:37:51 (199.107.16.121)
Typo: I meant to say "handle audio and video switching for my system. .......
24: Video Asylum, RE: "decode codecs" (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-01-24, 08:36:03 (199.107.16.121)
Thanks for your response, but this is what I am referring to: "I think the Anthem rep was suggesting the 6 channel because the AVM 40 does not decode the Blue Ray HD codecs The correct thing to do her .......
25: Video Asylum, Anthem AVM 40 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-01-24, 06:09:30 (199.107.16.121)
I have noticed a couple of these units up for sale recently for what is considered to be way below their blue book value. I saw two units on Audiogon listed for between $800 and $900, and even those p .......
26: Tubes Asylum, RE: Ultraverve 3 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2013-01-07, 06:23:47 (199.107.16.121)
Since starting this thread, I pulled the trigger on a new Ultraverve 3 and it should be here in about a week or so. Can't wait to see what it does for my system. I will start a new thread with my impr .......
27: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Twists and Turns (Dehavilland Wins) (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-23, 14:52:44 (71.190.18.215)
In rather stunning change of events, I pulled the trigger on new Dehavilland Ultraverve. The offer was too good to pass up. It will arrive here in a couple weeks. Thanks to all who chimed in on the Ro .......
28: Tubes Asylum, RE: 6sn7 & 12sn7 Are they interchangeable? (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-20, 08:27:03 (199.107.16.121)
No, there is no confusion, my question has been answered. The 12sn7 is NOT a direct drop-in replacement for the 6sn7. Thanks .......
29: Tubes Asylum, 6sn7 & 12sn7 Are they interchangeable? (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-20, 05:49:31 (199.107.16.121)
I have been looking at tube prices in anticipation of my preamp purchase/delivery, and WOW, the prices of 6sn7's can get very steep for the sought after NOS tubes. I've also read that the 12sn7 is a v .......
30: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: DOWN TO THE WIRE!!!! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-19, 17:32:39 (71.190.18.215)
Thanks for the responses everyone. i agree with the thoughts on the build quality of the Rogue. And while I understand the Mapletree is well constructed, its not as substantial (I have kids in the hou .......
31: Amp/Preamp Asylum, DOWN TO THE WIRE!!!! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-17, 12:55:15 (199.107.16.121)
Im down to the wire in selecting between THE Mapletree Ultra 4A se, and the Rogue Metis Magnum. (got bids in for both pieces, glad wife won't see this post!!)If you had to pick one, which would it be .......
32: Tubes Asylum, RE: Smart move (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-16, 19:59:22 (71.190.22.122)
Stale, thanks. i always try to do as much research as possible, especially when I consider gar which I cannot audition before buying. Thanks for the tip about the system; I just added mine to my profi .......
33: Inmate Systems, Hawk28's Hawk's Sound System (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-16, 19:47:21 (71.190.22.122)
Hawk28 's Hawk's Sound System System
IP Address: 71.190.22.122
Last Update: December 16, 2012 at 19:47:21
Amplifier: Emotiva UPA-1 Monoblocks (200 watts each), Emotiva XPA-3 (3 channel-20 .......
34: Tubes Asylum, RE: Nooooo!!! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-15, 16:27:41 (208.54.45.230)
Im glad I posted here. I need to learn more about the tube side of audio. .......
35: Tubes Asylum, RE: 6sn7 vs. 12ax7 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-15, 14:06:59 (208.54.45.230)
I figured as much, but I also assumed that the same tube would give different amps the same "flavor." .......
36: Tubes Asylum, RE: 6sn7 vs. 12ax7 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-15, 13:53:13 (208.54.45.230)
Craig, that is the piece that has put me on this quest in the first place. If I can find a good one used I will snatch it up in a heart beat at the right price. .......
37: Tubes Asylum, RE: 6sn7 vs. 12ax7 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-15, 08:11:51 (71.190.22.122)
David, I see. I'm learning a lot here. Well, the Doge 8 uses four 12ax7, and four, 12at7, so based on what you described, I guess the 12ax7 are in the phono stage of the Doge. Im looking at that pre, .......
38: Tubes Asylum, RE: 6sn7 vs. 12ax7 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-15, 07:27:21 (208.54.45.230)
Thanks, thats exactly why I asked about those 2 tubes because im looking at two pres, one uses 6sn7, the other uses 12ax7. This info helps alot. .......
39: Tubes Asylum, 6sn7 vs. 12ax7 (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-15, 05:42:44 (71.190.22.122)
I am new to tubes and would like some guidance. What are the inherent differences in sound between these two tubes, specifically in a preamp set up. I hear words like big tone and rich to describe the .......
40: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube Integrated for Home Theater (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-11, 05:03:53 (199.107.16.121)
Everyone has spoken to the fact that the integrated's mentioned have ht bypass capability, which is fine. However, no one has spoken to the amps power capabilities when it comes to home theater. How d .......
41: Tubes Asylum, RE: Tube Integrated for Home Theater (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-10, 18:36:22 (71.190.22.122)
Thanks for the responses. Primaluna looks interesting. I saw the Mapletree piece, but I don't need that because I already have an Integra pre-pro. .......
42: Tubes Asylum, Tube Integrated for Home Theater (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-12-10, 05:32:40 (199.107.16.121)
I have recently begun changing my system, having sold off pre amp and integrated, as I want to get into tubes. However, in trying to decide to best serve my set-up, which pulls double duty for 2 chann .......
43: SET Asylum, RE: Amp for Nola Viper iia (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-11-24, 17:42:19 (208.54.45.152)
Thanks. This helps a lot. I will look for higher power rating. .......
44: SET Asylum, Amp for Nola Viper iia (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-11-24, 10:34:02 (71.190.25.195)
Hello, I have recently begun looking into low powered SET amps, like Don Garber's Fi X, for example, and was wondering whether my speakers, the Viper iia's are efficient enough. I believe their effici .......
45: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Doge 8 - Please describe its sound (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-04-26, 16:58:31 (96.224.177.173)
Thats reassuring to hear. I don't have to worry about the phono stage right now as I wont be purchasing a turntable any time soon. Based on your comments, the Doge 8 is what I seek. Theater bypass wou .......
46: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Doge 8 - Please describe its sound (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-04-25, 17:32:41 (96.224.177.173)
Hmm, analytical is what I'm trying to avoid. Were the stock tubes used? I hear the stock ones should be replaced asap. Thanks for the response. .......
47: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Doge 8 - Please describe its sound (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-04-23, 12:54:30 (199.107.16.121)
I have been reading alot on this pre without getting a definitive fix on its sound character. From what I have read, its dynamic and detailed. But if anyone can, please tell me if you believe it to be .......
48: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Looking for a bit of tube magic!! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-04-05, 21:29:48 (96.224.178.99)
So far it sounds like the Mapletre and CJ sound is what I'm after. Thanks for the responses. Based on what has been posted, as well as direct emails received, I will probably cut the list short to Map .......
49: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Looking for a bit of tube magic!! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-04-05, 16:40:32 (96.224.178.99)
Agreed, but unless your ready right then and there to pull the trigger, the get snatched up pretty quickly. I missed out on an ET-3 just s few weeks ago. .......
50: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Looking for a bit of tube magic!! (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-04-05, 06:56:55 (24.191.100.26)
I have the Nola Viper iia speakers, and I want to see what tubes will do for them. I have read that Nola/Alon speakers sound best with tubes. That said, I have decided to focus on a tube pre and a tub .......
51: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Amp Modification (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-03-30, 13:21:30 (199.107.16.121)
Is it possible to modify an integrated amp in order to add a theater bypass feature? .......
52: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: It is usually set by a single resistor from input to ground, very easy to change /nt (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-03-02, 05:39:35 (199.107.16.121)
Thanks for your input, but, I already indicated that I do not have to consider modifying my amps any longer as the impedence is high enough where they should work fine with most tube preamps. ::: TOPI .......
53: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Thx. I too asked for those data. (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-03-01, 05:34:18 (199.107.16.121)
Jeffrey, thanks so much. You have confirmed what I had initially believed until someone told me otherwise. I can take a breath, and continue to save for the tube preamp (Conrad Johnsn et3) I have my e .......
54: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: no,,,, that makes perfect sense (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-02-29, 16:24:28 (71.190.22.92)
Thanks for the responses. This is all interesting and encouraging at once, but i don't believe I will go that route if the process is going to degrade the sound quality. JSM, I have not contacted Emot .......
55: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Amplifier Modifications (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-02-29, 11:41:01 (199.107.16.121)
I have Emotiva UPA-1 monoblocks with an input impedence of about 22k ohms. My Mcintosh c-15 preamp has a rated output impedence of 600 ohms. I have been considering a tube preamp, and I have been told .......
56: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: It is usually set by a single resistor from input to ground, very easy to change /nt (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-02-29, 09:15:38 (199.107.16.121)
That's it? Is that something I can do, or is it preferred that a repair shop perform this mod? Also, what would determine how high the impedence gets increased? Is it the type of resistor? ::: TOPIC:: .......
57: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Amplifier Modifications (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-02-29, 06:34:14 (199.107.16.121)
Hi, has anyone ever had a power amplifier modified to increase its input impedence in an attempt to "match" it to a wider range of preamps? Can it even be done? .......
58: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Pass aleph/Old Threshold Preamps (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-01-28, 17:48:45 (71.190.22.92)
Interesting. That's good to know as its helps a little more. Thanks for the response. .......
59: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Pass aleph/Old Threshold Preamps (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2012-01-27, 06:52:45 (199.107.16.121)
I have read a lot on these Class A preamps, although I have never listened to one. Through my curiosity of seeing what a tube pre will bring to my system, I stumbled onto recommended alternatives in t .......
60: Speaker Asylum, RE: Alon/Nola with CJ and/or Rogue (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2011-12-22, 15:53:58 (71.190.18.89)
Everyone, thanks for the replies! Stu, thats really good to know about the newer CJ preamps. Makes me even more confident that the et3 will do well with my system. On the polarity issue, I had no idea .......
61: Speaker Asylum, RE: Alon/Nola with CJ and/or Rogue (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2011-12-21, 06:52:54 (199.107.16.121)
Vector, thanks for the response. You're describing what I heard from the ET3, but it was hooked up to a pair of Martin Logans and an Anthem PV7 power amp. .......
62: Speaker Asylum, RE: Alon/Nola with CJ and/or Rogue (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2011-12-21, 06:50:43 (199.107.16.121)
Mainly because I have always heard that Carl of NOla has always voiced his speakers with tube amplication in mind, and that the Alon/Nola's sound there best with tubes. I am happy with my solid state .......
63: Speaker Asylum, RE: Alon/Nola with CJ and/or Rogue (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2011-12-20, 12:28:50 (199.107.16.121)
Thanks for the responses. Wasatch, woud you mind telling me what you don't like about the Rogue gear. Slippers, I seek a sound on the warm side of neutral, but when you say too syrupy, are you referri .......
64: Speaker Asylum, Alon/Nola with CJ and/or Rogue (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2011-12-20, 06:34:02 (199.107.16.121)
Hello, have any of you Alon/Nola speaker owners paired your speakers with Conrad Johnson or Rogue amplification? More specifically, their preamps. I am strongly considering both companies to match wit .......
65: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Buy new or used Conrad Johnson (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2010-12-28, 10:47:48 (173.52.167.94)
Acually, the new ET-3 is only $2,500 list, and can be had for about $2,000, unless it cost somewhat more outside the U.S. Any how, you can't go wrong with the 16. High quality and high end sound for l .......
66: Cable Asylum, Nola Blue Thunder Cables (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2010-11-30, 12:53:20 (208.27.111.121)
Hello, I have a pair of Viper IIa's and I am looking for info on Blue thunder cables. Can anyone give me some data on cost, availability and sound in comparsion to other cables out there. I have never .......
67: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Emotiva UPA-1 and Tube preamp (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2010-11-19, 13:09:30 (208.27.111.121)
Thanks for the info. This is all very interesting. Ive heard both the Metis and the ET-3 preamps with an Anthem pva7 using only two channels, and they sounded great. I guess I will have to see what ha .......
68: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Emotiva UPA-1 and Tube preamp (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2010-11-18, 15:13:24 (71.190.22.224)
So Dave, are you saying that the output impedence changes throughout the frequency range? I never knew that could occur. .......
69: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Emotiva UPA-1 and Tube preamp (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2010-11-18, 13:09:55 (24.190.217.1)
I checked the impedence output of the preamps I'm considering and they all seem to be low enough to be a decent match for my monoblocks. The preamps that I'm looking at are the new et-3 by conrad john .......
70: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Emotiva UPA-1 and Tube preamp (0.00)
Posted by Hawk28 on 2010-11-17, 07:33:11 (208.27.111.121)
Hello all, Im new here, courtesy of Skypop. I have a two channel setup that I'm putting together with Nola viper IIa speakers and Emotiva UPA-1 monoblocks at 200 watts per channel. Is anyone here usin .......
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