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1: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: anyone using a Weiss DAC202 with an AN Kits preamp? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-11-28, 05:51:55 (193.218.117.62)
Hi Dave, I have been using my L3 Pre with AN UK double C-core output transformers with Weiss DAC2 for the past two years or so. I was using Kit One at first (which did not have the hum problem) but as .......
2: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: AudioNote Kit-1 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-08-14, 09:37:15 (193.218.117.62)
Hi, I am sure that the tube life would also depend on the tubes... but if my experience may help you... I've owned my Kit 1 for over 5 years now. Most recently, I have been using Chinese made Shuguan .......
3: ANK AudioKits Forum, Mundorf Silver/Oil for Kit One? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-06-04, 03:51:04 (193.218.117.62)
Hi, I am considering to try Mundorf supreme silver/oil capacitors as coupling capacitors in my Kit 1. I have read some posting elsewhere that they may not be suitable for installation in tube electron .......
4: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Brand New Kit 1 - Questions (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-05-21, 14:37:53 (84.114.144.51)
Congratulations on your first kit amp! As to the arc of the rectifier tubes, I have tried at least 10 different make/types of rectifier tubes (most NOS) for my Kit 1 and learned that many rectifier t .......
5: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Bybe Music Rail in DAC 4.1LE (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-05-08, 08:08:06 (193.218.117.62)
How can I install two AD 1865N-K mounted in parallel? Just stack them up? Thx, Ike .......
6: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Audio note amp, speakers compatibility (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-03-20, 07:51:20 (193.218.117.62)
Hi Vel, I had, at one point in my life, used AN UK OTO SE with B&W Matrix 803 IIs with very good results. I was quite surprised that good amount of AN UK "house sound" came through. May be because B&W .......
7: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: 5687 Line Board Coupling Capacitor Value? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-03-08, 14:40:54 (84.114.144.51)
Hi, Original capacitance is 0.1 uF. Value of the resistor from the grid of the following stage, to the ground is 1M ohm. Thanks! Ike .......
8: ANK AudioKits Forum, 5687 Line Board Coupling Capacitor Value? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2013-03-04, 06:16:11 (193.218.117.62)
Hi, I am wondering if there's anyone out there may ahve experimented with value of Coupling Capacitors (C5, C6) of the 5687 Line Board? I am wondering increasing the value of this capacitor to 0.22uF .......
9: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: L2 Line Pre-Amp Parts Upgrades? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-11-16, 05:35:42 (193.218.117.62)
Hi, I do not have L2 but I have the DAC Kit and L3 Pre. I used to use Sonic Craft Platinums in my DAC but I ultimately chose V-Cap CuTF which was a better fit to my taste. In my L3 Pre, I originally .......
10: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: 5687 Line Board Coupling Capacitor Value? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-10-21, 05:00:28 (84.114.144.51)
Thank you everyone for your input. So far, I've tried AN Ag, VCap CuTF in my L3 pre. I have also tried An Cu and Sonicap Platinum on the 5687 board of DAC 3.1 Sig. So far, I like CuTF but there are t .......
11: ANK AudioKits Forum, L3 Phono RIAA Board Film Caps? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-10-09, 16:31:44 (84.114.144.51)
Hi All, I am wondering if anyone out their tried different caps(Mundorf, VH Audio etc.) in L3 Phono's RIAA board? Could you share your experience? Which cap(s) worked for you? Thanks! Isaku ::: TOPIC: .......
12: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: 5687 Line Board Coupling Capacitor Value? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-10-09, 14:07:23 (84.114.144.51)
Thanks GTCharlie, Grid Resistor is 1M so, 0.1uF (value specified by the Kit) should be enough to go down lower than 20Hz... I have a fairly large speaker with 95db efficiency (driven by Kit One) so I .......
13: ANK AudioKits Forum, 5687 Line Board Coupling Capacitor Value? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-10-06, 15:08:31 (84.114.144.51)
Hi All, Is there anyone out there may have experimented with different values of 5687 line board coupling caps (C5, C6) in L3-Pre-Amp? If so, I would be grateful if you could share your experience an .......
14: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Sound quality from the USB Dac? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-10-06, 08:16:47 (84.114.144.51)
If you already have a DAC, then the easiest (most likely to be the cheapest) way for you to enter computer audio and to see if you really like it or not is to get a D to D converter that converts USB/ .......
15: General Asylum, Used audio trading market place in Europe? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-09-26, 05:06:08 (193.218.117.62)
Hi, I recently left USA and moved to Austria due to my work. Now that I have pretty much settled in and I would like to unload a few audio gears and accessories. I am wondering if there are used audio .......
16: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Interconnect match with AN kits (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-08-26, 04:57:56 (84.114.144.51)
Hi Crev, I've tried quite a few cables in my AN Kit gears I still have and some AN UK factory products I no longer have. Among other brands, I tried Lexus, AN-V and AN-Vx (all purchased from an author .......
17: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: V-caps swop in DAC Kits (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-08-26, 04:45:21 (84.114.144.51)
I've swapped ANCu with CuTF on my DAC 3.1 Signature (now renamed as 4.1). I experience is similar to brett's. In my case CuTF's added improved the bass (more weight and definition), and sound became m .......
18: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Upgrades to the new M2 PSU? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-04-25, 08:07:09 (193.218.117.62)
Dear JanJ1, For the AN Kits with both tube and SS rectifications, the differences were clearly audible but not as significant as when I applied this change to equipment with only solid state rectifica .......
19: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Upgrades to the new M2 PSU? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-04-24, 08:42:26 (193.218.117.62)
I replaced the rectifier bridges with four schottkys in all of my kits. A layout information can be found here: http://www.hificollective.co.uk/pdf/diode.pdf One has to be very careful to make sure th .......
20: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Disk capacitor replacement in the Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-04-24, 08:02:34 (193.218.117.62)
Hello boblevesque, I have been very interested in using Bybees in my Kit One and L3 pre. If I were to start with one or two Bybees, where would you recommend to use them in? Also, which Bybees would y .......
21: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Advice needed : Converting Kit One to be used as a Power Amp (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-03-09, 09:08:24 (84.114.144.51)
Thank you Bones13. I did email Brian but he seems bit too busy to send me a reply so I posted my question here. Ike .......
22: ANK AudioKits Forum, Advice needed : Converting Kit One to be used as a Power Amp (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-03-02, 06:51:40 (193.218.117.62)
Dear All, As I am almost done with my new L3 Pre (it took me a very long time but...) I am now thinking about converting my Kit One to be used as a power amp and I would like to ask you for your advic .......
23: Tweakers' Asylum, New Kit Line from 47 Labs (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2012-01-25, 07:15:12 (193.218.117.62)
FYI, I've just found out that 47 labs has introduced a new kit product line called "47 Treasure." It seems that English web pages are yet to be developed but you can download and view an English pdf .......
24: ANK AudioKits Forum, Interstage Mono Blocks - PSE vs SE (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-10-17, 01:40:20 (193.218.117.62)
Dear All, I am begining to think about upgrading my Kit One to Interstage Mono Blocks. Since I have loudspeakers that are 95dB efficiency (SAP Quartette), I do not need the extra power but with the In .......
25: SET Asylum, RE: Measuring Bias and plate dissipation.../EML 300B-Mesh (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-10-06, 01:47:11 (193.218.117.62)
Thank you all for your help:) Ike .......
26: SET Asylum, Measuring Bias and plate dissipation.../EML 300B-Mesh (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-10-05, 01:17:47 (193.218.117.62)
Hi all, I have posted a similar message on AN-Kits Forum but did not get any replies so I am posting this message here. Any help would be appreciated. I am interested in getting Emission Labs 300B Me .......
27: ANK AudioKits Forum, Emission Labs 300B Mesh for Kit One?/Bias and Plate Dissipation (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-09-29, 04:36:34 (193.218.117.62)
Hi all, I am interested in getting Emission Labs 300B Mesh tubes for my Kit One. However, on the Emission Labs website, it indicates that Bias and Plate dissipation must be at or reduced to 22-28 Watt .......
28: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Kit Dac/ converter vs asynchronous Ayre or other (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-09-26, 08:44:52 (193.218.117.62)
I would recommend getting a Digital to Digital converter (i.e. USB to SPDIF) such as M2 Tech or Audiophilleo to use AN Kit DAC with PC/Mac as a source. I have tried Audiophilleo(USB to SPDIF) and Weis .......
29: General Asylum, RE: Does anyone know what's up with Welborne Labs? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-08-22, 02:21:27 (193.218.117.62)
Thank you all for the posts. I am going to call the credit card company in my attempt to get my money back. I am realizing now that I may be just lucky in my past dealings with him where delivery wa .......
30: General Asylum, Does anyone know what's up with Welborne Labs? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-08-19, 06:18:13 (193.218.117.62)
Dear Asylum members, I know this topic had came up in the past but I am wondering if anyone has up to date information or had recently went through a similar experience as mine. I ordered two power s .......
31: General Asylum, An American Audiophile just arrived in Vienna, Austria (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2011-01-16, 12:34:27 (85.126.97.55)
Hi All, I just moved to Vienna Austria due to work. Any Viennese audiophiles or expat audiophiles in Vienna out there? If so, would you share with me your recommended audio/HiFi stores and record stor .......
32: ANK AudioKits Forum, Vanguard CDM 12 transport with AN Kit DAC? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2010-04-22, 08:53:57 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I am wondering if there is anyone out there using Vanduard CDM 12 transport from Pacific Valve with any of the AN Kit DACs (or any other DAC for that matter) ? If so, would you share your opinions .......
33: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Sonic Signature of Caps??? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2010-04-21, 18:27:58 (173.73.32.220)
There is another interesting article. .......
34: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: dac 3.1 and 2.1 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2010-04-21, 15:12:26 (173.73.32.220)
I use DIY cable made with VH Audio's Pulsar mini coax and WBT NextGen RCAs. I've wrote about them in my web site (link below.) .......
35: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: dac 3.1 and 2.1 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2010-04-20, 06:16:42 (164.114.248.33)
Hi horny, I have upgraded 2.1 signature to level C (now called as 3.1)with Hi-B Cores a couple of years ago. It is not an side-by-side A/B comparison and I was reliyng on my memory as to what it sound .......
36: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Mundorf Silver/Oil Caps Vs. AN Copper/Oil in Dac 2.1 Level B Signature. (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2010-01-20, 13:13:45 (164.114.248.33)
I will deviate bit from the topic but if you can swing some extra $s, Something to consider is to upgrade to 3.1 (transformer coupled output.) It made a world of difference in my system IMHO. Just my .......
37: Cable Asylum, Thank you all for your thoughts and advice... (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-27, 06:05:48 (164.114.248.33)
I've decided to bite the bullet and buy the NextGen Ags. Will report back to the asylum my views about Silver Bullet vs NextGens. Ike .......
38: Cable Asylum, RE: Advice Needed: WBT NextGen Silver vs Eichmann Silver Bullet for VH Audio DIY Silver Interconnect Cables? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-18, 06:12:26 (173.73.32.220)
Hi Mitch, I found that Chris' DIY silver cable using his wires etc. are really something else. I used his teflon tubing (not caulk backer which is supposed to be better...) and Silver Bullet plugs. I' .......
39: Cable Asylum, RE: a comparison on TNT-Audio (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-18, 06:06:58 (173.73.32.220)
Thanks Geoff, I have read this review as well which got me thinking. Unfortunately, it did not included Silver Bullets in the review mix :- Ike .......
40: Cable Asylum, Advice Needed: WBT NextGen Silver vs Eichmann Silver Bullet for VH Audio DIY Silver Interconnect Cables? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-17, 18:07:54 (173.73.32.220)
Hi All, I currently use Chris VenHaus's DIY silver interconnect cable with Eichmann Silver Bullets. The cables works very well and I like them very much. I am ready to build a couple more pairs of the .......
41: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Your speakers are the only pair I liked well enough to take home and compare (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-14, 14:35:03 (164.114.248.33)
Dear MuzikMike, I use my B&Ws in a room that is bit over 1100 sq ft with very high ceiling. Previous owner of the house was a professional artist and he used it as his studio. Sound does fill up the r .......
42: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Recommendations? Turntable to Preamp cable (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-13, 20:57:13 (173.73.32.220)
Hi Sgreen, AN-Vx was used between DAC and pre-amp. I had used Anti-Cable speaker cables. I liked them quite a bit... I will look into their ICs. .......
43: Vinyl Asylum, RE: First, let me complement you on your signal chain..... (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-13, 20:54:55 (173.73.32.220)
Thanks Marc. I have had my Music Reference amps since 1990. They are great! Next on my list is a cartridge upgrade... .......
44: Vinyl Asylum, Recommendations? Turntable to Preamp cable (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-10-13, 11:52:41 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I recently upgraded the turntable and like to ask you for Turntable to pre-amp cable recommendations. My analog set up is: Turntable: VPI HW-19jr with platter upgrade, JMW-9 arm Cartridge: Goldri .......
45: ANK AudioKits Forum, M2 PSU resistors (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-07-21, 21:05:21 (71.246.199.128)
Hi all, I am contemplating on getting a phono kit and thinking about upgrade parts specifically for the PSU's resistors. I am wondering how much of a difference it would make if resistors were upgrad .......
46: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: what is the AD1865N-KZ (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-07-16, 18:22:05 (71.246.199.128)
I have upgraded my chip to the "K" version in my DAC 2.2C. In my system, it had subtle but noticeable difference. Cleaner sound and bit more detail. Depending on the price of the chip (I think I paid .......
47: Vinyl Asylum, Phono Stage Kits -Audio Note Kits L3 or others? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-07-13, 14:51:06 (164.114.248.33)
Hi all, I am comtemplating on getting a phono stage kit as an upgrade to my current analog set-up. First place contender for now is the Audio Note Kits's L3 Phono Stage. I am also considering Bottle H .......
48: Speaker Asylum, Thank you all! (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-07-07, 10:35:26 (164.114.248.33)
Thank you all for the advice! I had actually thought about Titanic 20" for sometime and it was nice to hear that Bobbo is happy with it. I also did not know much as the infinately baffled subs and ot .......
49: Speaker Asylum, Sunfire Sub? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-06-30, 11:29:15 (164.114.248.33)
I am looking for a sub that is reasonably priced (under $2K) that goes down to 20hz. Sunfire seems a good fit and they are avaialble on the net at good discount. I like to hear the experience of sun .......
50: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: DAC 2.1B Signature or DAC 2.1C Standard? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2009-06-28, 09:02:09 (71.246.199.128)
Hi Mike, I was one of the first purchaser of DAC 2.1 and move up from level A to B sig then to C. I would recommend going to C first. Much of level B sig. parts may not be used for level C or you woul .......
51: Speaker Asylum, RE: Crossover Spec for B&W Matrix 803 S2 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-09-14, 05:40:20 (59.165.123.249)
Thanks for the comments. I was not intending to replace the internal crossover of the B&W. But hoping to create a line level cross-over/filter with gain adj. so that each amp (one for high freq./other .......
52: Speaker Asylum, Crossover Spec for B&W Matrix 803 S2 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-09-06, 10:01:16 (82.148.96.69)
Does anyone have crossover info (cross over freq / slope) for B&W Matrix 803 S2? I would like to try bi-amping the speaker but i can not find the information even on the owners manual for the speakers .......
53: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Kit1 volume pot issue / TKD replacement (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-08-29, 05:41:01 (164.114.248.33)
Doug, Have you checked if the pot is securely attached to the chasis or the knob to the pot? I have not used the special TKDs, I am not sure how much difference or improvements one can hear between th .......
54: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Which BlackGate? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-08-18, 13:24:40 (164.114.248.33)
I've used N for all. .......
55: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: DAC 2.1 Level C Upgrade - Initial Impressions (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-08-16, 04:48:19 (98.169.68.143)
Thanks Chris for your comment and help. It turned out that coating of the plus transformer was not fully melted ... It does sound very very close to vinyl, Isaku .......
56: ANK AudioKits Forum, DAC 2.1 Level C Upgrade - Initial Impressions (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-08-15, 06:31:04 (164.114.248.33)
I have finally completed installing the Level C upgrade (with C-Core Hi-B transformer) to my DAC 2.1 Level B Signature and I am writing to share my initial impressions. The upgrade not only met my exp .......
57: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: Help with Debugging Issues with my DAC Upgrade (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-06-16, 19:42:07 (98.169.68.143)
Thank you very much for the posting. Yes I've done so (my transformer came with a red instead of purple lead for input). I also have changed to 5687 board. One question,if I may, did you short the L .......
58: ANK AudioKits Forum, Help with Debugging Issues with my DAC Upgrade (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-06-16, 10:55:18 (164.114.248.33)
Dear All, I am currently working on upgrading DAC 2.1 level B signature to transformer output version. Well, I compelted everything, voltages checks OK, all LED lit,so I hooked it up but no sound not .......
59: Digital Drive, Underwood HiFi Music Hall 25.2 Transport Mod? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-06-06, 13:44:35 (164.114.248.33)
I am seriously considering getting Underwood HiFi Music Hall 25.2 Transport Mod. http://www.underwoodhifi.com/mod_musichall.html Searching on Asylum,posting I found that are somewhat related to this w .......
60: Digital Drive, Underwood HiFi Music Hall 25.2 Transport Mod? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-06-06, 12:14:31 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I am interested in getting the Underwood Hifi Music Hall 25.2 Transport mod. I done a search here got some old posting with mixed feedback (at best.) Anyone out there have tried the product rece .......
61: Rocky Road, The Rolling Stones -The USA Collection? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-05-05, 06:31:30 (164.114.248.33)
Hi All, Now that my daughter is interested in the Stones, I thought of getting her some CD. On the Amazon and other places, I notices there are series called "The USA Collection. They are good few $ m .......
62: Tubes Asylum, RE: my take (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-04-08, 22:06:04 (98.169.68.143)
Rick, Sorry I was not clear, WE 300B I am referring to is the recently produced Western Electric tubes. Ike .......
63: SET Asylum, 300B : KR vs Emmission Labs vs WE vs Sophia? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-04-08, 20:24:04 (98.169.68.143)
Hi, I am wondering if anyone out there has personal experience comparing 300B produced by KR, Emission Labs, Sophia and WE (reproduction), would share your prefernece? I am relatively new to DHT and 3 .......
64: Tubes Asylum, 300B : KR vs Emmission Labs vs WE vs Sophia? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-04-08, 19:48:56 (98.169.68.143)
Hi, I am wondering if anyone out there has personal experience comparing 300B produced by KR, Emission Labs, Sophia and WE (reproduction), would share your prefernece? I am relatively new to DHT and 3 .......
65: Cable Asylum, Banana Plug Recommendation? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-04-01, 06:00:54 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I posted a message below in the DIY Asylum but I am also posting here hoping to get a wider exposure. I am thinking of getting VH Audio's CHeLA speaker cables (11 awg equivalent). I am wondering i .......
66: Tweakers' Asylum, Banana Plug Recommendation? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-04-01, 05:59:04 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I am thinking of getting VH Audio's CHeLA speaker cables (11 awg equivalent). I am wondering if you have a recommendation for reasonably priced Banana Plugs and where I can get them? I need 8 and .......
67: ANK AudioKits Forum, Rectifier tube buzz/hum on DAC 2.1 and Kit 1 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-01-10, 11:57:32 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I have AN Kit Dac 2.1 and Kit 1. Quite often (not always) I hear slight buzzing/humming sound from their respective rectifier tubes. It does not come from the speakers nor transformers. Would any .......
68: Tube DIY Asylum, What are possible cause for rectifier tube buzz/Hum? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2008-01-10, 11:52:28 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I have AN Kit Dac 2.1 and Kit 1. Both have tube rectification for high voltage power supply. DAC uses 6X5 and Kit 1 5U4G. Quite often (not always) I hear slight buzzing/humming sound from the rec .......
69: Vintage Asylum, Replacement Motor for Thorens TD-150? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-12-21, 05:55:37 (164.114.248.33)
Would anyone know/suggest where I may be able to get a new/replacement motor for my TD-150? Thanks!! .......
70: ANK AudioKits Forum, What is your favorite 300B for Kit 1 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-10-25, 10:50:13 (164.114.248.33)
Hi, I just ordered Kit 1 Sig! I am curious to find out from owners of Kit 1 as to what their preferred 300B tubes (WE, JJ, Valve Art, EH etc.) ? Would also appreciate if you would share comparisons .......
71: SET Asylum, Synthesis Celebration-Italian made 300B SET ? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-10-15, 19:54:53 (68.100.243.21)
Hear's another one. Anyone out there who own a pair of theses? I am considering a purchase and I am wondering if you would share your experience (reliability, maintenance, sound impressions etc.)? Tha .......
72: ANK AudioKits Forum, Kit 1 300B vs 2A3? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-10-15, 07:29:47 (164.114.248.33)
If there's anyone who have tried both 300B and 2A3 on Kit 1, would comment on difference on sonic charactors? I am feeling ready for another AN kit and debating over if I should go for 300B version or .......
73: SET Asylum, Music Reference RM-245.1? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-10-14, 13:39:24 (68.100.243.21)
I have Roger's EM-7 and since I like it very much, I am curious about his RM-245.1. I am wondering if anyone out with RM-245.1 would share their experience, sonic impressions, what brand of tubes you .......
74: Vinyl Asylum, Clearaudio SmartMatrix or VPI 16.5? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-10-03, 18:01:33 (68.100.243.21)
Hi, I am in a market for the record cleaning maching and debating if I should get Clearaudio SmartMatrix or VPI 16.5. Is SmartMatix worth spending $200 more over 16.5? Any advice to help me decide wou .......
75: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, RE: Tough Speaker to Optimize (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-09-20, 08:30:42 (164.114.248.33)
Thanks for the advice! Isaku .......
76: SET Asylum, RE: Music Reference EM-7 My First Impression (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-09-18, 13:05:09 (164.114.248.33)
Hi Gerry, I was initially considering 5W version. But when I spoke with Roger (of Music Reference), he convinced me to get an SPL meter from Radio Shack and measure the sound levels before making tha .......
77: High Efficiency Speaker Asylum, Any users of SAP Quartette? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-09-18, 10:01:09 (164.114.248.33)
I recently acquired used SAP Quartette. I am wondering if there are users of this speaker out there who could give me tips/info. on well matching amps and speaker cables as well as setting it up in yo .......
78: SET Asylum, Music Reference EM-7 My First Impression (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-09-17, 19:21:41 (164.114.248.33)
Dear All, I received my "EM7 2.5W" ( http://www.ramlabs-musicreference.com/EM7.html ) and "2 Input Toggle Pot in a Box" ( http://www.ramlabs-musicreference.com/EM7.html ) last Saturday and I wanted to .......
79: Tweakers' Asylum, Sonicap Platinum vs V-Cap TFTF? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-06-11, 07:08:51 (164.114.235.80)
Has anyone out there compared the Sonicap Platinum vs V-Cap TFTF? I am thinking of using either to upgrade my DAC output coupling caps and I would appreciate your help. .......
80: ANK AudioKits Forum, RE: looking for AD1865N-K difference with the stock chip? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-05-21, 08:44:45 (164.114.235.80)
What would be the difference between the stock version vs the K version(technical and sound wise)? Thanks .......
81: Digital Drive, Re: Rega Planet 2000 Vs Arcam CD 82 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-04-27, 07:32:55 (164.114.235.80)
I am not sure if you already made the decision but I listed to all kinds of music and I lived with two Arcam CDP over 13 years. I feel that they are very versatile and reliable equiptment. As someone .......
82: Digital Drive, Re: Rega Planet 2000 Vs Arcam CD 82 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-04-23, 13:30:28 (164.114.235.80)
Of the two, my recommendation would be the Arcam. It may be arguable but I think Arcam is more neutral yet not as bright/thin sounding as others "audiophile" CDP in the same price range. You would nee .......
83: Digital Drive, Original brand CDP (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-04-19, 08:34:03 (164.114.235.80)
Would fellow inmates with experience with Original (one of Chinese audio brands) CD players be able to share your comments/impressions? Sound, quality, reliability etc. I am interested in either CD- .......
84: Tweakers' Asylum, two Blackgate non-polar as "super E-caps"? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-04-12, 11:42:52 (164.114.235.80)
On Blackgates website, there is a write-up about using two non-polar BGs as a "Super E-Caps capacitor" Has anyone tried this? If so, would you share with us your experience interms of improvements you .......
85: Digital Drive, Budget CDP that can be good transport? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-26, 06:28:22 (164.114.235.80)
Hi, I am looking for a budget CD player (cheaper the better but I can strech upto $1000) with a coax digital output that can be used as a good transport. I am more concerned about transport mechanism .......
86: Tweakers' Asylum, Recommendation for CDP as a basis for Mod ? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-25, 21:37:42 (68.100.243.21)
Hi, I am looking for a relatively inexpensive CDP(under $500 would be great but willing to strech a bit more) to use as basis for modification to create a transport. Would you recommend any CPD that u .......
87: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Tent XO DAC? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-22, 09:50:55 (164.114.235.80)
horny, Thanks for the input. I was very much afraid that addition of a new clock in AN DAC will results in the AN DAC character which is the reason I bought it in the first place. .......
88: Tweakers' Asylum, Tent XO DAC? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-21, 11:43:15 (164.114.235.80)
I am thinking about intalling Tent XO DAC into my DAC. Would anyone out there be able to share your experience with Tent XO DAC? How did it improved the sound of your DAC? Any issues? Would you recomm .......
89: ANK AudioKits Forum, Re: DAC Kit Voltages Check (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-14, 08:29:21 (164.114.235.80)
I contacted Brian a bit while back about the B+. I had a difficult time adjusting it down to 200V. He confirmed that 230v is the correct voltage and told me that there were typos in the earlier versi .......
90: ANK AudioKits Forum, Re: DAC clock upgrade (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-14, 08:23:05 (164.114.235.80)
Hi Tony, If I am not mistaken, all AN kit/finished product DACs rely on transport clock like most other DACs in the market place (except on the kits' USB board). Best route would be to upgrade the cl .......
91: ANK AudioKits Forum, Re: DAC 2.1 kit input wiring (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-03-13, 09:30:50 (164.114.235.80)
For the internal input signal wiring, I am using silver PTFE. I originally had a regular coax but after looking at photos of AN finished products on their website and saw none used coax so I changed i .......
92: Computer Audio Asylum, Re: iTunes and settings (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-02-28, 19:27:51 (68.100.243.21)
Thank you for the response. Yes. Gordon I followed instruction on your web site. If you have not yet done it, please play a song via QuickTime player and compare it with same song played through iTune .......
93: Computer Audio Asylum, Best Playback software for Mac and USB DAC (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-02-27, 23:21:08 (68.100.243.21)
I had recently experience that a music playback software can alter the sound quality of play back via PC and USB DAC. I really like the user interface of iTunes but the the sound quality was much bett .......
94: Tweakers' Asylum, Schottkey diodes in T0-220- 2 package (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-02-26, 07:02:23 (164.114.235.80)
Dear All, I am a new in DIY and I would think this is a very elementary question to you all but I would appreciate your assistance as I am bit confused. I purchased some CREE Schottkey diodes (1 Amp, .......
95: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Consonance 300B PP Integrated Amps? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-02-06, 11:23:45 (164.114.235.80)
Dear All, I am interested in getting an integrated amp that uses Direct Heated Triode tubes in PP mode (After advices from follow Asylum members, I decided that SET would not have enough power for my .......
96: SET Asylum, SET Kit Recommendation? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-02-05, 07:42:05 (164.114.235.80)
Hi All, I am considering getting a SET amp kit and I would like to ask for your advice to help me choosing one. My budget is up to $2K (but I am hoping to spend much less so I can spend money on the t .......
97: Speaker Asylum, Audio Note AN-J vs AN-E (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2007-01-30, 06:48:05 (164.114.235.80)
I currently have a pair of AN-K SPe driven by OTO SE via AN Lexus in a large living/family room. I am contemplating on upgrading them to AN-J LX or AN-E LX for more bass and extended high. Any thought .......
98: Digital Drive, Re: DIYEDEN Musiland MD-10? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-12-08, 11:09:37 (164.114.235.80)
Thank you, SeanH. .......
99: Digital Drive, DIYEDEN Musiland MD-10? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-12-06, 13:49:18 (164.114.235.80)
Has any one tried DIYEDEN Musiland MD-10 (http://pacificvalve.us/MusilandMD10.html) yet? I have Pacificvalve modified DAC-AH but I am curious as to how this one sounds. I would appreciate if any impre .......
100: Music Lane, Re: Solo drumkit CD's? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-11-16, 12:59:01 (164.114.235.80)
From the recorded sound perspective, I thought live tracks on The Roy Haynes Trio (verve 3145435342, released 2000) were very realistic. .......
101: Music Lane, Re: Classical CD store in London (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-10-13, 12:26:15 (164.114.235.80)
Thank you. I looked up Harold Moores on the net and found that it would be in walking distance from my Hotel! .......
102: Music Lane, Classical CD store in London (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-10-12, 11:33:08 (164.114.235.80)
I am going to London (from US) for few days. I would like to know if any of you have a recommendation on CD/record stores specialized in classical music. I am particulary interested in getting some ou .......
103: ANK AudioKits Forum, Kit 1 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-09-28, 20:41:14 (68.110.239.122)
Dear All, I am itching for a second AN kit project. I am thinking of Kit 1. I would appreciate if you could share your thoughts on: 1. Standard vs. PQ edition 2. 300B vs 2A3 I would be especially int .......
104: Computer Audio Asylum, Re: anyone using an iMac G4 for a Music Server?? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-08-25, 06:31:54 (164.114.235.80)
I am using Flat Panel iMac G4 800 Mhz for the music server and as our primary home PC. I use iTunes /Airtunes feeding into modified Lite DAC-AH DAC via Airport (connected with TOSlink cable.) It is wo .......
105: Digital Drive, Re: Does anyone use Audio Note AN-V interconnects (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-08-22, 08:38:18 (164.114.235.80)
I have and I've used Lexus, AN-V and AN-Vx between my CD player (Arcam CD92) and pre-amp. I've used them with my recently assembled Audio Note Kit DAC 2.1. Lexus of in itself is a very nice IC and I .......
106: Music Lane, Different Releases of Jennifer Warnes' Famous Blue Raincoat CD (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-08-17, 13:46:40 (164.114.235.80)
It has come to my attention that there are different releases of Jennifer Warnes' "Famous Blue Raincoat" CD (some with different cover design). One of my audiophile friend told me that some sounds bet .......
107: Digital Drive, Re: I also suspect the B&W in this case (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-08-17, 12:14:41 (164.114.235.80)
I tend to agree with navman. Based on my experieince with B&Ws, carefull matching of speaker cables is needed to smooth out the brightness or edginess. You may want to try switching cables. Your local .......
108: Tweakers' Asylum, Any advice on performing DIY Upgrade of Audio Note OTO (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-07-15, 10:03:45 (68.110.226.218)
I recently got a second hand 4 year old Audio Note OTO SE Phono integrated amp. Right out of the box, it did not sound as I had expected (BTW, I use AN-K and I have heard a recent version of OTO SE at .......
109: Tweakers' Asylum, Problem Resolved Thanks to All! (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-07-14, 06:05:56 (164.114.233.2)
Problems is resolved! Thank you very much for all your advice. As it turned out, the particular bridge rectifier I used did not have the same pin assignment (i.e. +/- and where AC go in). It was not m .......
110: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: Help! DAC-AH Mod problem (sorry bit long...) (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-07-06, 07:01:33 (164.114.233.2)
Zanash, Thank you for your advice. The hum is coming from the vibration of the transformer not through the speakers. I will re-check the earth connection. I'd appreciate if you would have any further .......
111: Tweakers' Asylum, Re: maybe answers, not all PC (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-07-06, 06:58:38 (164.114.233.2)
Jacques, Thanks for the reply. I work along many French men so I have no problem you not being PC ;-) and me being a Japanese, I am ingrained to be polite :-). Would you be kind enough to let me know .......
112: Tweakers' Asylum, Help! DAC-AH Mod problem (sorry bit long...) (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-07-05, 08:08:08 (164.114.233.2)
Hello, I am new to doing DIY tweaks. I've made some kits back when I was a teen and after 20++ years, I decided to get back into the soldering. After I read many posts and websites on DAC-AH mod, I d .......
113: Computer Audio Asylum, USB DAC or SB3 + non-USB DAC (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-05-10, 12:22:35 (164.114.233.2)
Hi all, I am new to PC based digital play back. So, my appologies if this topic has been dicussed before. As I researched on the PC based digital playback vs conventional red-book systems, I am very i .......
114: ANK AudioKits Forum, Multimeter for the kit building? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-04-12, 07:32:43 (164.114.233.2)
Dear All, I've placed an order for one of the soon-to-be availble Audio Note kits. As I am getting back into DIY (after 25+ years), I am looking to get a multi-meter and I seek your advice. I posted a .......
115: Tweakers' Asylum, Thanks for your advice.... (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-04-12, 06:14:59 (164.114.233.2)
Thanks for your advice...but... I must say, I have much more option than before...more confused... I may go for 87V what do you all think? Isaku PS Now I identify myself with Rob's video clip/caption .......
116: Tweakers' Asylum, Multimeter Recommendation? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-04-11, 11:34:39 (164.114.233.2)
Hi All, I am getting back into DIY (after 25+ years) and looking to get a multi-meter. I am looking at Fluke 179 and 112. I can not decide if 179 is worth extra $ or it would be an overkill. Any advic .......
117: General Asylum, Re: Tokyo. Where to go? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-03-28, 07:39:10 (164.114.233.2)
Rodelius, I am originally from Japan but I have been living in the US for a longtime. Although I go home every year, I am not fully up to date cool places in Tokyo for Audiofiles but here's my small c .......
118: Vinyl Asylum, Advice on cartridge and record cleaning machine (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-03-12, 21:30:29 (68.110.230.124)
Hi, I am getting back into Vinyl after a quite some time. First, I would like to get some recommendations from you on the cartridge in the $200-300 range. I used to own Ortfon OM-30 and Shure V-15III .......
119: Digital Drive, CD Storage/cabinets? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-03-01, 18:19:22 (68.110.230.124)
I am looking for a storage solution for my 1500+ CD collection. I need to find a cost effective solution that does not require too much space. I thought Jewelsleeve products may fit the bill. Any tho .......
120: Digital Drive, Audio Note vs Scott Nixon DAC? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-01-30, 09:06:54 (164.114.235.9)
In the earlier thread, I learned about the Scott Nixon DACs. This was new to me and I am very intrigued. Any feed back on how it compares with Audio Note DACs? .......
121: Digital Drive, Re: Say the words, "Audio Note" (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2006-01-30, 05:49:50 (164.114.235.9)
I agree on the Audio Note. I was very skeptical about the brand especially given the price of their products and the claims they make on their website until I heard them at a dealer. I even heard them .......
122: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Synthesis Ensemble? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-12-15, 06:08:53 (164.114.235.9)
Anyone out there who own or familiar with Synthesis Ensemble? Would you share with me your sonic impressions? I would also appreciate if you have any thoughts as to how it compares to Nimis and Shine. .......
123: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: has anyone compaired audible Illusions,suprateck, audio note (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-12-07, 08:53:37 (164.114.235.9)
Have you look into Music Reference RM-5? .......
124: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Audio Note -OTO vs P1 etc. ? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-12-07, 06:22:18 (164.114.235.9)
Hi All, I am looking to get an Audio Note Amp. And appreciate your input on the following questions I have. I am planning to match them with AN-Ks. - If I only intended to use with a single source (CD .......
125: Digital Drive, CDP for my second system? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-11-16, 05:19:30 (164.114.235.9)
Hi All, It may be a beaten path in this forum but I need your suggestions. I am looking for CD players I like to consider for my second system. This is for my living room so, I like something that is .......
126: Inmate Systems, IkeH's IkeH Main System (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-11-16, 05:12:24 (164.114.235.9)
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127: Cable Asylum, Re: LEXUS-XL (Copper) Loudspeaker cables (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-11-14, 15:12:45 (164.114.235.9)
I am condsidering the Lexus as well. What speakers are you plan to using them with? .......
128: General Asylum, Boombox acceptable (or tolerable) for audiophiles? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-08-12, 08:08:06 (164.114.235.9)
Dear All, I am looking for a boombox to listen to music while I work in the yard etc. I hope to get something that does not sound zippy (if any). I'd appreciate your recommendations? Thanks for your h .......
129: Cable Asylum, Audio Note AN-V vs AN-Vx? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-27, 06:18:47 (164.114.234.90)
Hi all, Any one out there who can give me your impressions on comparing the Audio Note AN-V vs AN-Vx interconnect cables? I borrowed AN-V for a in-house demo from a local dealer. Since I liked them v .......
130: Speaker Asylum, Re: ProAc Tablette Reference 8 Sig. --) LS Cable? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-22, 06:43:49 (164.114.234.90)
Hi Oscar, I am not familiar with LS cable. I tried Google but not much luck. WOuld you mind giving me more info. (i.e. who carries them in US etc)? Thanks, Isaku .......
131: Speaker Asylum, Re: ProAc Tablette Reference 8 Signature (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-21, 18:40:19 (68.110.230.124)
Oscar, Thanks for your comments. I know what you mean by your rather interesting "depiction" ;-) This was the first time I ever heard electric guitar sounded like it was played in the same room (the c .......
132: Speaker Asylum, ProAc Tablette Reference 8 Signature (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-21, 09:10:15 (164.114.234.90)
Any one out there who has ProAC Tablette Reference 8 Signature can share what you like and don't like about the speakers? Last Sunday, I went to a local high-end store to return the cable I borrowed t .......
133: Cable Asylum, Re: Luminous Audio IC --) RM5II (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-17, 05:33:56 (164.114.234.90)
I like the preamp very much. I am the original owner and had it for 13+ years but never had the urge to upgrade. The only thing is that its RCA input are not designed for more heavy and thick cables/R .......
134: Cable Asylum, Luminous Audio IC Signature vs Reference? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-16, 13:31:06 (164.114.234.90)
Since I got XLO Signature IC recently, the cable bug got me.... I am wondering if any one with experience on Luminous Audio IC Signature and Reference to share their views as to what their differences .......
135: Cable Asylum, Re: XLO Signature vs Signature 2 now Luminous Sig (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-06-16, 12:40:43 (164.114.234.90)
Hi Jimmyjames thank you for your input. After I read your reply, I contacted the local dealer for the luminous audio and I got the demo cable two days ago. I has a different character as XLO Sinature .......
136: Cable Asylum, XLO Signature vs Signature 2 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-05-29, 11:58:49 (164.114.234.90)
I recently got XLO Signature interconnect 1.1 (unshielded/RCA to RCA) to replace my XLO Reference1. Although it has some short comings, I was quite amazed with the difference it made. The imaging bec .......
137: Speaker Asylum, Re: B&W Matrix 803 Series 2 tweaks ideas sought (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-03-14, 10:46:31 (164.114.234.90)
I have these speakers. Like you, I am the original owner and I have been using them since '95. I have not done any tweaks/mods to the speakers per se but I've changed the speaker cables. It refreshed .......
138: Speaker Asylum, Re: B&W Nautilus 802 803d or 803s (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-03-08, 06:01:26 (164.114.234.90)
Hi Rio, Many recoding studios use N801s and N802s as their monitor speakers so I do not think the room size would be a major issue. However, to get a most out of your speakers, you should get better a .......
139: ANK AudioKits Forum, Re: Kit 4 sound impressions? Speaker recommendation? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-02-28, 05:35:02 (164.114.234.90)
DRCope, thank you very much for your input. I really wanted to get Kit 1, but I am looking for equiptments to be used in my living room as my a second system and with two small children in the house, .......
140: Speaker Asylum, Thanks for your advice (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-02-28, 05:13:21 (164.114.234.90)
Thanks everyone for the input! I can not say, it made my decision making easier but it was great learning about number of loudspeaker brands/manufacturers that I have not heard about. It certailnly ex .......
141: ANK AudioKits Forum, Kit 4 sound impressions? Speaker recommendation? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-02-25, 07:33:10 (164.114.234.90)
I am thinking about getting Kit 4 as a part of my planned second system for the living room. I'd appreciate your impressions on sound. Since this is for my living room, I am looking for something tha .......
142: Speaker Asylum, Small Speakers for under $600? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2005-02-24, 09:16:51 (164.114.234.90)
I know this may be another one of those posts on a beaten path but I really appreciate your help. I am looking for a pair small speakers for my office space. Because this will be in my office, my pref .......
143: Digital Drive, Re: Rotel RDC 1070 OR Arcam CD73 (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-09-09, 06:58:44 (164.114.234.90)
Hi James, I think what boils down to your preference of sound. To me Rotel and Arcam products in general have rather different sonic character. I consistently prefer Arcam over Rotel. For me they soun .......
144: Digital Drive, Berendsen CD Players (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-07-15, 08:04:43 (164.114.223.13)
I am wondering if anyone has auditioned or own any of the Berendsen CD players? If so, would you care to share your experience/impresssions -i.e. sound, build quality, customer support, issues etc.? .......
145: Cable Asylum, Re: Nordost Blue Heaven Bi-Wire Versus XLO Ultra 12-BiWire (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-05-06, 08:56:57 (164.114.221.38)
I think the XLO Ultra review in TAS's Loudspeaker Cable Survey (April/May 2004issue)is right on. I can not agree more with the following sentence Mr. Gader wrote in this TAS review: " XLO straddled th .......
146: General Asylum, Re: Japanese audio websites / message boards ? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-05-03, 13:35:33 (164.114.221.38)
Few website that I think are comprehensive or interesting. Unfortunately, they are all in Japanese. http://audiofan.net/ http://home.j08.itscom.net/studio-k/ongaku.html http://home.highway.ne.jp/tedd .......
147: Tubes Asylum, Re: Tube Tester Resource Website (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-29, 06:23:46 (164.114.221.38)
Great idea. I'd like to see information such as what is the acceptable (i.e. in-spec) reading value for many of the popular tubes from popular tube tester. It will help take some questions out of some .......
148: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: 47 labs Gaincard bi-amping (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-27, 11:52:08 (164.114.221.38)
You may want to contact Yoshi Segoshi (47 labs rep for US.) He seems to be using gaincard in multi-amping application as indlciated in the following web-site. http://www.sakurasystems.com/show/yoshi's .......
149: General Asylum, Re: Musical Fidelity (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-27, 07:07:30 (164.114.221.38)
Good technical info. from the following web-site. It is in a sub-menu under "HiFi Stuff" http://www.mhennessy.f9.co.uk/index.htm .......
150: Speaker Asylum, Re: B & W LM-1's VS. Gallo Micros (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-26, 06:29:45 (164.114.221.38)
Hi, in my search for the HT system, I've heard both among otherthings. Both are nice products offering excellent cost vs performance. I have not made my final decision buy, but I think I would go wit .......
151: Tubes Asylum, Triode/Pentode switch in RM9? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-16, 13:49:49 (164.114.221.38)
Hi I have Music Reference RM-9. I've own it for close to 10 years and I am thinking about sending it to RAM Lab for maintenance. I hear that RAM can install Triode/Pentode switch to change the operati .......
152: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Re: Preamp Input Impedance and Source's Ouput Impedance? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-15, 06:00:14 (164.114.221.38)
Wow! I did not expect to see a posting from the person. Thank you Peter! I was looking into Audio Note DAC One 1x signature. My pre-amp's (Music Reference's RM-5) spec. sheet indicates its input imped .......
153: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Preamp Input Impedance and Source's Ouput Impedance? (0.00)
Posted by IkeH on 2004-04-14, 11:06:26 (164.114.221.38)
Hi, As I was doing research on Audio Note DAC, I've read web articles/postings indicating is high output impedance of DAC requiring pre-amps with high input impedance to do its best. I am not very tec .......
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