1: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Any tech guys with an Audible Illusion L1 preamp can offer help? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2022-04-22, 17:15:38 (76.108.148.222)
Perhaps I can help. Shoot me a msg. offline. Cheers, W .......

2: Tubes Asylum, RE: Audile Illluisons M3A noisy (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2022-03-18, 11:28:04 (76.108.148.222)
yes, it's still true. .......

3: General Asylum, RE: Audile Illluisons M3A noisy (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2022-03-18, 11:13:08 (76.108.148.222)
Have you resolved this problem yet? .......

4: Digital Drive, Munich Silent Angel M1 streamer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2022-03-18, 10:29:41 (76.108.148.222)
FYI: with built in RPI 4 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NegILa6Vug8 .......

5: Digital Drive, RE: TOSLink Issue (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2022-02-27, 14:32:56 (76.108.148.222)
Maybe it's the cable? I had the same problem with a Toslink optical cable I bought from Amazon. I returned it and bought one from Monoprice without complaint. .......

6: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Cleaning scratchy gain control on Audio Research SP14? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2022-02-04, 16:10:54 (76.108.148.222)
I'll try compressed air before going to the D5 .......

7: Digital Drive, RE: Gustard X26 Pro DAC Question....... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-12-25, 07:59:41 (76.108.148.222)
Just a thought.. Pop the hood and see what the ratings are for the power transformer. Then check your mains voltage. - W .......

8: Tube DIY Asylum, Probably going Nichicon (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-11-11, 08:10:41 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for the link. I'm in need of eight for a repair. .......

9: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I agree the TS-ED are great, but.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-11-10, 10:36:10 (76.108.148.222)
The snap-ins are obsolete but some can be had on Ebay as Tweaker pointed out. .......

10: Tube DIY Asylum, Unfortunately, Panny snap in caps appear to be obsolete. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-11-09, 14:24:33 (76.108.148.222)
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11: Digital Drive, RE: TOSLINK Optical became a boat anchor decades ago - nt (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-11-08, 15:29:31 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks Abe. .......

12: Tube DIY Asylum, HV electrolytic to replace Panny TS-xx (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-11-08, 07:22:36 (76.108.148.222)
Looking for a quality replacement (make/series) for the obsolete Panny TS-xx caps. 100uf 400V snap-in? W .......

13: Digital Drive, RE: TOSLINK Optical became a boat anchor decades ago - nt (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-10-27, 14:47:30 (76.108.148.222)
Can the RPI4 output in that form or with a hat? Thanks Abe. .......

14: Digital Drive, RE: TOSLINK Optical became a boat anchor decades ago - nt (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-10-25, 13:03:26 (76.108.148.222)
What cable/connection type do you use Abe? .......

15: Digital Drive, RE: I don't know Volumio but....... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-07-21, 16:05:56 (76.108.148.222)
I reset the source device setting inside Volumio. Then, shut it all down including my cell for several minutes. All was good upon rebooting. This is a known issue with some Volumio updates. Thanks Ab .......

16: Digital Drive, Volumio - lost volume bar. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-07-20, 11:15:07 (76.108.148.222)
How does one regain the volume bar in Volumio. I'm connected via wired. I've tried wireless also. .......

17: Digital Drive, RE: And there is a saying in tech ...................... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-07-03, 12:07:45 (76.108.148.222)
well said. .......

18: Digital Drive, RE: Loads of B.S. in that video (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-07-03, 12:03:01 (76.108.148.222)
Great post for a digital audio newbie like myself and I'm sure others, Abe. Would you mind posting your digital streaming setup and DAC in which you A/B'd the above? - W .......

19: Digital Drive, The point was, (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-07-03, 11:56:17 (76.108.148.222)
Just how far digital audio has come and can go. It's good conversation for learning. - W .......

20: Digital Drive, Who would have thought... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-07-02, 11:55:31 (76.108.148.222)
For those of us from the analog age, well enjoy: .......

21: Amp/Preamp Asylum, CJ Classic 60.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-05-13, 07:05:41 (76.108.148.222)
The CJ classic 60 has all the upgrades done by CJ. Yes, he's got a sub with the SMGs. .......

22: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Maggy SMG follow up (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-05-12, 07:16:32 (76.108.148.222)
The owner of the SMGs is about to pull the trigger on a Conrad Johnson Classic C60 which is going for 2100.00 Not being familiar with CJ equipment, any feedback would be helpful.. TIA .......

23: Amp/Preamp Asylum, To all (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-05-09, 13:45:18 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for the good feedback. Much appreciate the responses. .......

24: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Amp recommendation for Maggy SMG (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-05-06, 11:19:18 (76.108.148.222)
To those that have done or know of this, they're listed at 4ohms. Would like to know what folks have used in the past and of course if a tube amp is suitable. The user in question currently is using a .......

25: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: More info needed on your setup (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-26, 14:35:49 (76.108.148.222)
As a trial, I used Spotify free which worked fine on the RPI but via airplay. Either by design or error on my part, Spotify no longer would function at all. I reinstalled volumio, bought the base Spot .......

26: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Seems you have a problem with the Spotify plugin (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-25, 10:39:18 (76.108.148.222)
I have that manual and used it to get going. I'll try Tidal or another streaming company. Thank you. .......

27: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: connecting to volumio via IP addr. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-24, 11:26:34 (76.108.148.222)
The "ping" cmd. worked Brings back memories of dos/unix etc. from decades ago..... .......

28: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: connecting to volumio via IP addr. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-24, 11:24:34 (76.108.148.222)
While I can connect to volumio on my mac. When trying to play spotify, I get: Failed to decode http://listen.shoutcast.com/spotify; CURL failed:The requested URL returned error:404 Not Available. Once .......

29: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Alternative methods of controlling streaming tunes on RPI? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-23, 14:39:57 (76.108.148.222)
Thank you. .......

30: Digital Drive, connecting to volumio via IP addr. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-23, 12:11:51 (76.108.148.222)
RPI> volumio: while the iphone works well, playing tunes via the IP address from my mac, gives an error message and won't play! .......

31: Computer Audio Asylum, connecting to volumio via IP addr. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-23, 12:11:51 (76.108.148.222)
RPI> volumio: while the iphone works well, playing tunes via the IP address from my mac, gives an error message and won't play! .......

32: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: More info needed on your setup (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-22, 18:07:46 (76.108.148.222)
Will the network or Ipad connect to the RPI via wifi in lieu of airplay? I've not used ripped music in about 15 years. My old mac mini resides in the attic along with an external backup HDD. Someday, .......

33: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: More info needed on your setup (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-21, 19:11:07 (76.108.148.222)
Yes, volumio on RPI. I'll get another app such as Tidal in the near future. Using a desk/laptop isn't an option. I'm clueless as to what is an app and what is a protocol. Aside from the size, the iph .......

34: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: More info needed on your setup (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-21, 18:54:36 (76.108.148.222)
Yes, volumio on the RPI. Currently using Spotify but plan to get something else perhaps Tidal etc. .......

35: Computer Audio Asylum, Alternative methods of controlling streaming tunes on RPI? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-21, 13:54:47 (76.108.148.222)
While the iphone works, I'd prefer to use something with a bigger screen. .......

36: Digital Drive, Alternative methods of controlling streaming tunes on RPI? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-21, 13:54:47 (76.108.148.222)
While the iphone works, I'd prefer to use something with a bigger screen. .......

37: PC Place, Alternative methods of controlling streaming tunes on RPI? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-21, 13:54:47 (76.108.148.222)
While the iphone works, I'd prefer to use something with a bigger screen. .......

38: Digital Drive, RE: RPI - volumio installed... could use some assistance (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-19, 09:43:30 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for the tips. Airplay was the answer I needed. Spotify works but a tad finicky and is free. It's doing the trick for now to just get the RPI running. .......

39: Digital Drive, RE: RPI - volumio installed... could use some assistance (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-18, 16:10:27 (76.108.148.222)
I followed your instructions. While it wouldn't come up via ethernet, it did work with wifi. Installing the spotify plugin now. Do I need premium services for spotify etc? .......

40: Digital Drive, RE: Update to a recent macOS or try the dd command (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-17, 19:49:16 (76.108.148.222)
Good idea! I'm having at the burn process again but only have the one SD card for now. I'm hopeful. .......

41: Digital Drive, RE: RPI - volumio installed... could use some assistance (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-17, 17:18:50 (76.108.148.222)
I did that earlier this morning to no avail. I reinstalled RPI and volumio. .......

42: Digital Drive, RPI - volumio installed... could use some assistance (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-17, 12:27:02 (76.108.148.222)
I've installed and setup volumio on the RPI via wifi from my mac. I rebooted the RPI, Volumio dosn't show up on my Mac's wifi which is correct I think. But, I'm unable to access volumio via the IP ad .......

43: Digital Drive, RE: Update to a recent macOS or try the dd command (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-15, 16:50:07 (76.108.148.222)
I tried Etcher - it needed at least Mac OS 10.10. I decided to upgrade the Mac OS to Mojave which went flawlessly. Then, I installed the RPI OS from the RPI website onto the SD card.... Now onto the n .......

44: Digital Drive, RE: Might try (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-15, 12:51:46 (76.108.148.222)
Disk Utility shows it as: Disk Description : SanDisk MobileMate Media Total Capacity : 15.93 GB (15,931,539,456 Bytes) .......

45: Digital Drive, RE: Might try (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-15, 12:38:35 (76.108.148.222)
Etcher won't install on 10.9.5 mac. It needs 10.10 or later. SD new. .......

46: Digital Drive, Trouble writing the raspberry PI image to the micro SD (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-15, 11:07:42 (76.108.148.222)
After downloading Imager1.5.dmg and clicking on it, I get corrupt image on my Mac running 10.9.5. Downloaded the image from both chrome and firefox. .......

47: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: AI Modulus 2B Hum Troubleshooting Needed (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-09, 08:17:59 (172.58.174.183)
email me off-line please. .......

48: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: AI Modulus 2B Hum Troubleshooting Needed (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-02-03, 10:51:37 (76.108.148.222)
You have one or more transistors in need of replacement. .......

49: Digital Drive, RE: Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-16, 12:02:08 (76.108.148.222)
The rating of the LT regulator which Kevin uses is spec'd for 3A. Probably work while generating a lot of heat. I won't push components to their limits. There's probably a higher current LT (LN,LDO) r .......

50: Digital Drive, RE: Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-15, 09:29:24 (76.108.148.222)
WOW.... Kevin sells fine kits. I've successfully implemented them in various circuits. LN,LDO is just what I had in mind.... Thank you, W. .......

51: Digital Drive, RE: Iphone stream to Raspberry Pi streamer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-14, 15:20:32 (76.108.148.222)
Your offer is appreciated. I await the stock of 2GB RPI to be replenished. Raq was texting me during his install and boot process. .......

52: Digital Drive, RE: Iphone stream to Raspberry Pi streamer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-14, 15:10:05 (76.108.148.222)
Raq and I were discussing this process and we both got sidetracked/confused. It is indeed that simple. Thanks for clarifying. .......

53: Digital Drive, Iphone stream to Raspberry Pi streamer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-14, 14:19:01 (76.108.148.222)
I plan to connect the Raspberry Pi to the router via an Ethernet cable. What is required to stream Tidal etc, from my iphone directly (wi-fi) to the Raspberry Pi streamer? I'm currently using Chromeca .......

54: General Asylum, RE: Yes, definitely watch the Swedish trilogy. All three quite worthy. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-14, 13:41:00 (76.108.148.222)
I pulled up the original (2009) version and it appears to be in subtitles, at least what I found. Is there an English translation for this version? .......

55: Digital Drive, Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-14, 13:32:58 (76.108.148.222)
What are inmates using for a power supply on their Dac/Streamer requiring a 5Vdc supply? .......

56: General Asylum, RE: The original is FAR superior to the 007 reboot. nt (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-13, 11:55:07 (76.108.148.222)
I had no idea the 2011 version is a remake. Is the original dated 2010? .......

57: Digital Drive, RE: options for streaming (particularly Tidal)... and DACs (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-13, 09:07:25 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for that. .......

58: Digital Drive, RE: options for streaming (particularly Tidal)... and DACs (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-12, 17:24:27 (76.108.148.222)
Are heat sinks and a fan necessary? .......

59: General Asylum, Just watched Girl with the dragon tattoo..... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-12, 10:10:31 (76.108.148.222)
Wondering what rig was playing "sail away" in the basement. .......

60: General Asylum, RE: You get out of it what you put into it.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-12, 10:07:44 (76.108.148.222)
That's worthy of looking into. Thanks for that. .......

61: General Asylum, I'll begin looking deep into Netflix. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-12, 10:05:41 (76.108.148.222)
I'm wondering if there's a place for Netflix recommended viewings? Ozark is one! .......

62: General Asylum, RE: You get out of it what you put into it.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-12, 10:03:30 (76.108.148.222)
Agree and so I've found as well. .......

63: General Asylum, RE: Both for me (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-12, 10:01:05 (76.108.148.222)
I tried Prime years ago, finding I didn't care about the shipping as I don't really buy a lot from there nor do need it tomorrow. But that's just me. Yes, the prime is an added bonus. I watch tv durin .......

64: General Asylum, Netflix or Amazon Prime - my 0.02 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-11, 19:21:58 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks to all for their feedback on my previous posting on this topic. I tried Amazon prime and the accompanying prime video. A waste of time and money. I too prefer Netflix. Cheers, W .......

65: Digital Drive, RE: It is not a splitter; it is a switch. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-07, 11:22:07 (76.108.148.222)
Ok, thanks. .......

66: Digital Drive, RE: 2 TOSlinks should not be a problem with 1 input. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-05, 15:28:27 (76.108.148.222)
That's a solution. I do question degradation of the sound from using a splitter? .......

67: General Asylum, RE: Netflix or Amazon video or?? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-05, 14:22:20 (76.108.148.222)
I agree after trying Amazon prime with video. The offerings are vast but they'll nickle and dime you for movies. Fast forward and rewind are stupid slow. I've had Prime in the past and cancelled it as .......

68: Digital Drive, RE: People have had really good luck with ................ (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-05, 10:15:55 (76.108.148.222)
Will I need heat sinks? I'm on the waiting list for the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B/2GB. I assume this is the correct model? E30 is pretty sweet sounding on my small system, as it breaks in. I'll soon play .......

69: Digital Drive, RE: HDMI ARC to USB DAC? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-03, 12:45:42 (76.108.148.222)
The optical input on the E30 is used. LG doesn't have coax outputs. .......

70: Digital Drive, HDMI ARC to USB DAC? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2021-01-03, 09:56:00 (76.108.148.222)
How does one connect the HDMI (ARC) from my new LG to a USB DAC (Topping E30) More to come on my Topping E30. .......

71: General Asylum, RE: Happy Festivus to all! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-23, 19:29:16 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for the memory and great laughs. .......

72: General Asylum, RE: Netflix or Amazon video or?? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-23, 19:15:48 (76.108.148.222)
What's funny is that between cell phones, music streaming and video streaming, one spend more than $150 a month and another $100 or more for internet service. Back in the day, we had an antenna on th .......

73: General Asylum, RE: Netflix or Amazon video or?? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-23, 16:41:32 (76.108.148.222)
Yes, I've begun looking up reviews. .......

74: General Asylum, RE: Kanopy or Hoopla (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-23, 16:19:54 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for this. I had no idea. .......

75: Digital Drive, RE: volume (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-23, 08:11:26 (76.108.148.222)
Yes, it will remain at the previously set level. .......

76: Digital Drive, RE: pulled the trigger (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-22, 14:29:47 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks, you as well. A note on the remote: it's volume - up/down function is incremental so keep tapping the volume buttons until desired volume is reached. .......

77: Digital Drive, Can you repair SMDs (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-22, 13:48:32 (76.108.148.222)
or know of someone that can? It ain't for the weak hearted. .......

78: General Asylum, Netflix or Amazon video or?? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-22, 13:39:07 (76.108.148.222)
What are the alternatives to Netflix, that will provide a good amount of choices? Kinda tired of wasting my time watching crap on Netflix as it doesn't provide review/viewer approval scores. ::: TOPIC .......

79: Digital Drive, Inexpensive Amazon Dac. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-22, 12:24:57 (76.108.148.222)
I bought this in Aug. 20 as a cheapo dac with a remote. It did the job when my other Dac took a s**t. The remote works but not well. Only has optical/coax input. Coming my way soon for the small syste .......

80: Digital Drive, RE: HiFiBerry DAC 2 HD (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-12-01, 19:41:57 (76.108.148.222)
What other DACs have come through your system(s) and favorably compared to the Topping D90? .......

81: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Has anyone done an in-home audition then returned the product ? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-11, 10:21:01 (76.108.148.222)
Yep, in the 90's. Audio Connection - John Rutan. Good experience. .......

82: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Hafler DH-220 available basically right around the corner (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-11, 10:17:25 (76.108.148.222)
Wow, I too built one for myself and some for friends, when they first came out. Agree, it was just OK sounding. The offered upgrades helped IIRC. .......

83: Digital Drive, RE: Ready for the plunge into streaming... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-05, 11:38:12 (76.108.148.222)
A DIY DDDAC stacked chip which needs some work to get running. Another old dac lite AH which I modded the crap out of just blew one of it's chips (TDA1543) and I await replacement from China. That le .......

84: Digital Drive, Yep, thanks for the link. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-05, 11:26:58 (76.108.148.222)
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85: Digital Drive, RE: Ready for the plunge into streaming... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-04, 09:00:32 (76.108.148.222)
Thanks for the concise information Cut-Throat. The USB dac I have is in need of some attention to get up and running. The other dacs I have are ready to play so I'll need a top hat. Are there differen .......

86: Digital Drive, Ready for the plunge into streaming... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-03, 13:15:57 (76.108.148.222)
Based on the info I've read here, much of which from Abe Collins, I'm going to try the Raspberry Pi. Generic wallwart will do for now. I have a USB dac and a couple of SPDIF dacs so I'll need and add- .......

87: General Asylum, RE: Network Streamers (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-10-01, 19:56:03 (76.108.148.222)
Where does one get the enclosure for a raspberry pi? Is the Sonore microrendu worth the additional cost over the raspberry pi? .......

88: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Remember when.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-05-30, 10:12:53 (76.108.148.222)
A friend dropped off a box of old Audio magazines from the 70's. Enjoy! .......

89: Tubes Asylum, RE: diagnostics help (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2020-05-16, 08:37:56 (76.108.148.222)
Try cleaning the tube sockets. Then re-tension them if doable. .......

90: General Asylum, Yes - Fragile (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-10-29, 08:46:00 (76.108.148.222)
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91: General Asylum, RE: Panamax voltage reg (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-10-11, 15:25:44 (76.108.148.222)
You may wish to call your power company as that's a bit high. .......

92: General Asylum, RE: Streaming method to watch NFL in blacked out area.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-10-03, 08:36:41 (76.108.148.222)
I looked into your suggestion; yep, you're right. The cost of just sling and the sports package was IIRC, 40 bucks a month or close to that. My HOA has Comcast who a year ago discontinued their carryi .......

93: General Asylum, RE: Streaming method to watch NFL in blacked out area.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-09-23, 18:54:33 (76.108.148.222)
I had setup a Channel Master in the attic years ago. All was fine until the first plane flew overhead. I'm in the path of a local airport so that's not doable. Thank W .......

94: General Asylum, Streaming method to watch NFL in blacked out area.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-09-22, 09:46:07 (76.108.148.222)
I have the hardware necessary to stream so just looking for suggestions for a wide variety of NFL game offerings? .......

95: Tubes Asylum, Thanks to all (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-09-22, 09:43:31 (76.108.148.222)
My friend went with Gold Lion and loves them. .......

96: Tubes Asylum, RE: "12AX7 a bit more laid back than an (original Blackburn) Mullard (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-09-12, 10:34:27 (76.108.146.165)
Correct, it's not a phono stage. It's in a DAC. Many thanks FL. W .......

97: Tubes Asylum, Looking for a laid back 12ax7 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-09-09, 16:50:59 (76.108.146.165)
Suggestions for 12ax7 which is a bit more laid back or smoother tone than a Mullard? Don't know the source component off hand; it's for a friend. .......

98: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusision 3A input to Ayre KX-5/20 preamp (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-07-05, 13:03:36 (66.229.182.241)
Good for you!. I display my old Philips 212 as memorabilia. Cheers W .......

99: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusision 3A input to Ayre KX-5/20 preamp (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-06-26, 08:16:43 (66.229.182.241)
AI's output impedance is 1.6K. Starting in the later years of the 3 series and going forward, the tape outs are opamp driven so that should be a better match than using the main outs. Try a loaner on .......

100: Tubes Asylum, FWIW (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-03-22, 10:24:58 (66.229.182.241)
I've had AI in for repair with 6dj8s, 6922ss, 7308s and even the Russian variants which do cross reference as compatible...failed. While the 7308 is spec'd for a Vp of 100V, they're no match for the A .......

101: Tubes Asylum, RE: 6922 Tubes (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2019-03-21, 11:29:45 (66.229.182.241)
The tube you specified 6H230 "might" be Cyrillic for the 6N23P. It will work in your AI longer than a 6922 family tube but not long-term. Cheers, W .......

102: Vinyl Asylum, David Crosby and the Lighthouse Band? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-11-17, 14:22:26 (66.229.182.241)
Has anyone tried David Crosby and the Lighthouse Band album(s)? .......

103: General Asylum, RE: Suggestions for streaming TV Network Broadcasts.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-06, 19:35:15 (66.229.182.241)
The Samsung is but a few months old. Yes it supports YoutubeTV. Directnow came up and asked for a login which I don't have. Just two users here. High aptitude No universal remote Old AV receiver ::: T .......

104: General Asylum, RE: Suggestions for streaming TV Network Broadcasts.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-06, 18:53:13 (66.229.182.241)
I have Comcast internet with a wifi. Samsung 4K 65" LCD Other than that, I'm clueless. All suggestions welcome. .......

105: General Asylum, RE: youtube tv service (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-06, 17:54:57 (66.229.182.241)
Which site do you use for $25? .......

106: General Asylum, RE: Suggestions for streaming TV Network Broadcasts.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-06, 17:52:48 (66.229.182.241)
Airport traffic above. .......

107: General Asylum, Suggestions for streaming TV Network Broadcasts.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-06, 12:53:24 (66.229.182.241)
Seeking suggestions for streaming TV network broadcast and especially ESPN etc for football? O.T.A. isn't an option. .......

108: General Asylum, Apple TV? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-01, 12:42:17 (66.229.182.241)
I would like sports and network broadcasts (ABC,NBC,CBS etc.) to be of higher resolution for my Samsung 4k LCD. .......

109: General Asylum, RE: Roku and O-T-A signals (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-10-01, 07:49:44 (66.229.182.241)
Watching football is not pleasurable in my current format of Comcast wifi. .......

110: General Asylum, RE: Roku Question for you (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-30, 05:33:43 (66.229.182.241)
I tried OTA years ago but due to a lot of air traffic above, the pic was continuously lost. Has it improved since then? .......

111: General Asylum, RE: Wifi set top box (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-30, 05:31:37 (66.229.182.241)
I've got a couple of the newer 4K Rokus that have the bluetooth headphone connection on the remote which I use a lot at night. You need rechargeables though because if you leave them connected, batte .......

112: General Asylum, RE: Wifi set top box (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-29, 10:27:24 (66.229.182.241)
WOW I had no idea Roku was this advanced. Thanks for the intro to this technology. .......

113: General Asylum, Wifi set top box (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-27, 13:37:44 (66.229.182.241)
I'm wondering if any other folks have this installed and have compared the video quality to that of hard wired coax? My initial thought was it's presents a lot softer/smoother picture, IOW, less resol .......

114: Video Asylum, RE: Comcast Xfinity wireless receiver issues (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-26, 13:30:54 (66.229.182.241)
I just had the wireless STB (wifi connection) installed as Comcast no longer snakes coax down walls or they're promoting this technology. Anyway, I've noticed an audio synch issue. The remote at times .......

115: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quad electronics upgrade/repair (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-24, 17:43:25 (66.229.182.241)
Hey guys, thanks for the suggestions. .......

116: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Quad electronics upgrade/repair (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-20, 19:40:11 (66.229.182.241)
Thanks CB. The owner of the Quad gear is in Pompano Beach FL. There's a local shop but I'm looking for a well-known name, if such exists. Shipping isn't an issue. He found one individual but he's on E .......

117: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Quad electronics upgrade/repair (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-20, 17:42:42 (66.229.182.241)
I'm looking for someone reputable to do upgrades/repairs on: Quad 34 and 44 preamp (44 has a noisy balance/fader control) Quad 606 amp. .......

118: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Tungsram 12AU7/ECC82 in the house! Thanks inmate Story (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-09-20, 17:36:24 (66.229.182.241)
I've had the same results with Tungsram tubes. Not sure which 12xxx it was but I found them to have a wow factor. W .......

119: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Older Rega and Grado hum ? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-05-21, 20:54:08 (66.229.182.241)
Try shielding whatever voltage carrying conductors are feeding the table/motor. .......

120: Vinyl Asylum, RE: More on my battle with the Hum monster attacking my VPI HRX (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-22, 15:32:37 (66.229.182.241)
Sounds like a ground issue. .......

121: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Is this an easy fix? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-18, 13:32:40 (66.229.182.241)
The short answer is yes it can be done. It does require experience and some screw-ups to get the knack. With lots of magnification, I can see/feel a very small movement of the unsoldered lead. I use a .......

122: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Advice needed (capacitor) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-18, 13:09:22 (66.229.182.241)
If you wish to verify the uf of the cap, you'll need to pull one leg for accurate results. To check the cap's breakdown, you'll need a different device. Depending upon where in the circuit this cap re .......

123: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: 50K output impedance? I've NEVER seen one that high. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-18, 12:46:48 (66.229.182.241)
Sorry for not clarifying... IIRC an AI manual suggests to mate their preamps with an amp of a 50K input. When calculating the -3db freq., of the output stage, the results are way to low for an effecti .......

124: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Best pre-amp for Quicksilver V4 mono's (newest KT150 version) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-18, 09:13:49 (66.229.182.241)
With an input impedance of 100K and the AI which touts about 50K output impedance, it's a mismatch. Aside from the differences you've described between the two AI preamps, the circuit is the same. Som .......

125: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Perplexing Problem with Noise in Amp Causes Frustration (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-13, 15:37:33 (66.229.182.241)
Try cleaning the tube sockets and the tube pins as well. Also, retention the tube sockets if possible. .......

126: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Contacting Don's going to be difficult, Wheez (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-06, 20:31:27 (66.229.182.241)
Ouch! RIP Gain access to the circuit and post a photo. Someone will provide assistance either here or on one of the other padded cells. .......

127: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: input impedance for Don Garber's Fi Audio 2A3 monos ? how to measure (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-04-06, 15:33:14 (66.229.182.241)
Contact Don Garber or pop the hood and have a look at the circuit. .......

128: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone use line conditioners (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-26, 16:03:59 (66.229.182.241)
If you're planning on running power amps make sure the device has enough headroom in Amps. .......

129: General Asylum, RE: When a "Y Adapter" will not do.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-21, 18:02:11 (66.229.182.241)
What kind of clock is that? .......

130: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Why would they think that? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-19, 15:53:17 (66.229.182.241)
It's not about that. I doubt most folks will research or think twice about a script they get from a doctor. They certainly won't consult other specialists about that drug but will simply say "thank yo .......

131: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Why would they think that? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-19, 11:38:35 (66.229.182.241)
It's Marketing or a form of brain washing. Keep telling someone the same thing over and over....... There's even a pill to help lose weight. Drugs have side effects and lots of them. Doc's don't focus .......

132: Vinyl Asylum, No but Big Pharma think Americans are stupid... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-17, 14:48:53 (66.229.182.241)
The more Big Pharma overloads the airways with their crap, the more folks will realize, there's a pill for everything. So, just ask your doctor and don't worry about the side effects as we can treat t .......

133: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: How to connect a preamp to an integrated amp that has no "main in" (and use the integrated amp just as a power amp) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-16, 11:54:20 (66.229.182.241)
Not as you've described. Using just your external preamp feeding the integrated's power amp would requires extensive mods to the circuit. .......

134: General Asylum, That's what I do as well. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-15, 20:22:02 (66.229.182.241)
.......

135: General Asylum, RE: Where can I find milk crates large enough for LPs? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-08, 14:42:51 (66.229.182.241)
I got mine at 7-11 back in the day. They were stacked up high behind the store, IIRC. .......

136: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Dish satellite receiver causing hum through speakers (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-08, 14:16:09 (66.229.182.241)
Yea, I use similar devices and a grounding block of similar design. They do work. .......

137: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: TX2532 vs TX2575 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-08, 13:38:51 (66.229.182.241)
IIRC, is't the ppm part of this equation of noise? Yea, probably a placebo difference.:-) .......

138: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I figured out a way to add remote volume control (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-03-05, 14:11:11 (66.229.182.241)
Funny Abe! :-) .......

139: Inmate Central, RE: Disregard. I was confused. Perhaps a senior moment?! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-28, 11:23:29 (66.229.182.241)
So you don't need a** wipes? .......

140: Inmate Central, RE: I use a straight razor from the 1920s (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-28, 10:21:06 (66.229.182.241)
Whenever I see that razor a movie scene, the throat cutting comes to mind. Is it The Godfather? .......

141: Inmate Central, RE: No complaints here but.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-26, 18:41:11 (66.229.182.241)
ass-wipes? .......

142: Inmate Central, Dollar Shave Club? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-26, 13:53:54 (66.229.182.241)
Any experiences, good or bad you could share? .......

143: Inmate Central, RE: Volvo S60 T5 AWD (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-26, 13:51:50 (66.229.182.241)
Have you experienced either of these issues with your S60? http://forums.swedespeed.com/showthread.php?227512-2012-T5-S60-Oil-Guzzler-and-No-Warning! http://forums.swedespeed.com/showthread.php?232593 .......

144: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Vac Tube Rectifier or SSR (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-23, 11:02:19 (66.229.182.241)
Are you asking if changing the SS FWBR to another SSR is audible? .......

145: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Amp pre amp matching (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-14, 21:05:49 (66.229.182.241)
Proper amp/preamp matching is done by calculating the corner frequency of the amp and preamp. You'll need a few parameters to calculate it. .......

146: Tubes Asylum, Funky mica.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-11, 09:47:10 (66.229.182.241)
Yep, Shuggy mica. https://www.ebay.com/itm/SINGLE-SHUGUANG-CHINESE-EL34-VACUUM-TUBE-EL-34/162383871497?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160908110712%26meid%3D6c8ed055e4a94edb .......

147: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Try a different LOG volume pot. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-08, 19:24:59 (66.229.182.241)
It helps to add the make/model of the device your experiencing issues with. .......

148: General Asylum, RE: At least you missed the worst part..... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-05, 10:19:16 (66.229.182.241)
Yes, the horns and Prince tribute. .......

149: Inmate Central, RE: And now Philadelphia has this problem: (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-02-05, 06:25:38 (66.229.182.241)
Off season and training camp next year will provide insight. The issue stands with the Vikings.... .......

150: General Asylum, RE: Rusty pees on Thiels. He prefers Tannoys - YouTube (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-23, 17:42:20 (66.229.182.241)
That's hilarious. BUT, I do feel guilty and awful laughing at the overall scenario. I'd be pretty pissed (no pun) if my dog did that to my Quatros. FWIW, my dog pees on other dogs! .......

151: General Asylum, Thunderbird users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-16, 20:23:25 (66.229.182.241)
The same issue occurred with thunderbird font size. Turns out the "Theme and Font style changer" has expired throughout T'bird leaving users with the default tiny text size. Below is a link to repair .......

152: Tubes Asylum, RE: EL34 six packs (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-16, 15:52:17 (66.229.182.241)
What does that pup weigh? .......

153: General Asylum, Thunderbird users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-16, 15:39:06 (66.229.182.241)
The same issue occurred with thunderbird font size. Turns out the "Theme and Font style changer" has expired throughout T'bird leaving users with the default tiny text size. Below is a link to repair .......

154: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: TA2024 chip amp on 13.8V psu? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-11, 15:02:14 (66.229.182.241)
The datasheet shows a min. 8.5V and a typical of 12V. If it were me, I'd run the chip between the above supply voltages and heat sink it well. As other have indicated heat is the worst enemy consideri .......

155: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Grado Hum Issues (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-11, 14:46:53 (66.229.182.241)
I experienced that hum with a low level Grado cart. when I used an external speed controller. I solved the hum issue by using a shielded cable connecting between the controller and the motor. Music Ha .......

156: General Asylum, Thunderbird / Mac question... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2018-01-07, 09:19:14 (66.229.182.241)
The text size changed to an absurdly small font on V 45.xx, the auto updates were turned off. I upgraded the versions without resolution, one version at a time and verified the text size. Current vers .......

157: Inmate Central, What he said... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-18, 18:49:28 (66.229.182.241)
American Heart Assoc. .......

158: Inmate Central, They've successfully done this with Glucose levels (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 21:13:01 (66.229.182.241)
IIRC the fasting glucose level was 125 back in the late 90's. Glucose, Cholesterol and now Hypertension. Don't worry about the side effects, we've got that covered with 2,20 or 200mg of, whatever. ::: .......

159: Inmate Central, Same with Statins. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 15:37:57 (66.229.182.241)
Which have be shown in reputable studies to promote plaque development. .......

160: Inmate Central, RE: Actually... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 15:36:05 (66.229.182.241)
I've heard "lifestyle changes" before! I went to my GP today and he told me about this. I laughed and said "Big Pharma once again." He replied "I wonder who was paid off?" Years ago Claritin was deeme .......

161: Inmate Central, RE: You need to be below 120/80. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 14:49:34 (66.229.182.241)
The article no. Big Pharma dosing the world yes. They've done so with Glucose levels and now BP. .......

162: Inmate Central, AHA lowers hypertension.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 13:57:53 (66.229.182.241)
130/80 They won't stop until the world is feeding their greed. Next might be Cholesterol of 100...just say'n. .......

163: Inmate Central, RE: Toosimple. What it WILL mean is 'biased by money paid' internet. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 13:03:29 (66.229.182.241)
It's not the politicians per se, it's the corporations pulling the stings of politicians who are in their pockets. Following the money trail will usually portray a better picture than the media report .......

164: Inmate Central, RE: Does this sum up Net Neutrality? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 09:40:08 (66.229.182.241)
A few ISP already do what they want and own all the pipes. Comcast, AT&T come to mind. .......

165: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Persisting Start Up Noise in Tube Amp (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-14, 09:10:24 (66.229.182.241)
It's possible all or some of the issues mentioned below are to blame. I've seen this occur with AIs I've had in for repair. It can be a real nightmare to diagnose and/or repair. 0.02 .......

166: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Fried capacitors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-13, 21:43:34 (66.229.182.241)
There's no way to tell what is what without pulling the board and following the traces. No easy and correct answer. .......

167: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Fried capacitors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-13, 18:00:11 (66.229.182.241)
If you can identify the three parts in front of the arrows or take a close up photo, that would help. .......

168: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-13, 17:56:42 (66.229.182.241)
Cool and thank you. .......

169: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Fried capacitors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-13, 13:44:50 (66.229.182.241)
Post a pic. Most likely a FW complementary rectifier feeding (+,-) rail. You may get better results by re-designing the PS. Ya gotta start somewhere.:-) Cheers, W .......

170: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Help to ID this part (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-13, 13:41:24 (66.229.182.241)
Contact Fluke for a definitive answer. .......

171: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Fried capacitors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-12, 18:05:53 (66.229.182.241)
It's best to know the circuit before swapping parts. Have a close look at what you've got. .......

172: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Fried capacitors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-12, 17:39:20 (66.229.182.241)
You may have a FWBR in-between the two blown caps for the purpose of AC/DC input. If the caps blew in the open position, this could explain why it still works fine. 0.02 .......

173: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Silicone glue for capacitors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-12, 12:05:25 (66.229.182.241)
GC and Permatex make electronics "safe" silicone. Permatex can be bought locally....in addition. Cheers, W .......

174: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-12, 10:50:51 (66.229.182.241)
I had a extension which made the Firefox tabs and the AA fixed literals atop the page bigger. The extension no longer exists for whatever reason. CMD +, CMD - works fine. .......

175: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-10, 09:08:30 (66.229.182.241)
Yes it does work well for that but the top window tabs and the fixed literals "General Asylum Amp/Pre Speakers etc." do not change. One of the prior extensions addressed that. I'll either find a add-o .......

176: General Asylum, RE: Dealing with crappy acoustics... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-10, 09:04:24 (66.229.182.241)
Without carpeting as I experienced, room acoustics were needed and the problem was solved. Walls, corners and ceiling to wall corners. IIRC, "live end dead end" is one method of treating the room. I h .......

177: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-09, 16:01:46 (66.229.182.241)
Yes the Command + or Command - is just fine. The tabs are too small to read tho. Is there a shortcut or new extension for that? .......

178: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-08, 17:10:37 (66.229.182.241)
I just upgraded to Firefox Quantum. Many of the add-ons indicate not compatible with Quantom . As I just found out. I would "think" this is a temporary issue...I hope. Quantum is noticeably faster tha .......

179: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-08, 14:59:46 (66.229.182.241)
The extension I use (Theme and Font Style Changer) has a note on their page....Please switch to the new version of Firefox listed. I've been leery of upgrading to the latest version as per what you de .......

180: General Asylum, RE: Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-07, 11:36:18 (66.229.182.241)
I migrated but a few years ago to a MAC. My concerns were the same as yours, how long will it take to learn.... After powering up my Mac Mini with Mavericks, I thought Hmmmmm so this is how Windows is .......

181: General Asylum, Thanks Abe.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-06, 15:45:45 (66.229.182.241)
Many thanks Abe. A smile on my face after a day from hell......the little things. .......

182: General Asylum, Question for MAC users... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-06, 14:54:00 (66.229.182.241)
Firefox add on - Theme Font and Size Changer stopped working. It provided a resizing of the Firefox window tabs and field literal sizing to a reasonbable size to read without a magnifier. Any suggest .......

183: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Poco on the platter (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-12-04, 13:57:11 (66.229.182.241)
Been a fan since "A Good Feelin' To Know". My copy of the above, isn't in such good shape and wondering if it's the recording or the beating it took..back in the day? .......

184: Digital Drive, RE: In the market for a new DVD player 4K etc.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-20, 14:39:22 (66.229.182.241)
I've dusted off some old DACs and will give them a try. I'm trying to get rid of my old HK 5.1 receiver which I connect to the Oppo 83 via Toslink/coax. Hoping to have one processor (ditching the HK r .......

185: Digital Drive, RE: Answer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-20, 14:16:05 (66.229.182.241)
The screen shot of MakeMKV lots very familiar to that which I used many years ago on my PC and since moved to a Mac.Good to see it's available for a Mac. I too am behind the technology curve as jedrid .......

186: Inmate Central, RE: +1 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-18, 14:16:00 (66.229.182.241)
I've not heard of that so I read the reviews. Nothing is perfect but that which I read is better than VOIP..much better. AT&T has petitioned (whoever) to remove all the copper telephone wire across th .......

187: Digital Drive, I've been wondering about that... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-17, 15:47:45 (66.229.182.241)
I've also been thinking of Netflix streaming although I don't have a method of streaming...yet. Both my TV and Oppo don't stream unless I'm missing something on this issues as well. My Samsung is ten .......

188: Digital Drive, RE: In the market for a new DVD player 4K etc.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-17, 15:43:27 (66.229.182.241)
I had no idea. Thanks for the insight. I have several DACs but I thought the Oppo only puts out Dolby etc. so I never tried that. .......

189: Digital Drive, In the market for a new DVD player 4K etc.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-16, 12:28:43 (66.229.182.241)
I'm looking for suggestions and it must have Audio analog outs. I run separate amps and at times use only the fronts via the tube gear. I currently have an OPPO BDP-83 which has served me very well b .......

190: Inmate Central, VOIP vs. POTS telephone (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-11-16, 12:20:55 (66.229.182.241)
Looking for any feedback on a comparison between VOIP phone carriers vs. good ol' Ma Bell - POTS land line? .......

191: Vinyl Asylum, Tom Petty - Tribute... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-10-02, 15:34:10 (66.229.182.241)
Another one of the greats sadly passes. .......

192: Inmate Central, RE: I miss my little buddy ... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-09-21, 18:43:32 (66.229.182.241)
Heart felt condolences and thanks for sharing her life with us. .......

193: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Do you use or want more than 2 channels? 16? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-09-20, 14:41:12 (66.229.182.241)
I've tried it with audio only and it's unimpressive. Only for movies via the surround system. Center channel and two rears. The fronts I incorporate the stereo tube system, monos, pre and speakers. :: .......

194: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I've been running AI gear for over 20 years and have NEVER eaten (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-09-14, 17:16:04 (66.229.182.241)
I wonder if AI preamps are in fact tough on tubes, or if that's mostly a myth that has been perpetuated over the years. Hey Abe, AI runs the 6922 plates just above 120Vdc. Cheers, W .......

195: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Correct.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-09-13, 19:51:47 (66.229.182.241)
The 6H23 tubes can last longer than a true NOS tube from the 6922 family but they too will die prematurely. Art Ferris is correct. I've had AIs in for repair/upgrade with 6H23 tubes playing music wit .......

196: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I often wonder... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-27, 08:38:51 (76.108.235.154)
My Vandy Quatros have 300W subs inside each. I didn't look at the specs. .......

197: Propeller Head Plaza, RE: Oscilloscope for audio measurements (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-25, 20:41:34 (76.108.235.154)
If by older scope you're referring to an analog unit, yes. Epay is your best bet. Make sure the scope AND probes carry the proper voltage rating for your needs. New analog scopes are available as well .......

198: Tubes Asylum, RE: Quicksilver GLA Schematic (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-25, 15:40:26 (76.108.235.154)
Try cleaning the tube pins and tube sockets first. .......

199: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Heavy smell from newly purchased furniture and LP safety (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-25, 15:37:07 (76.108.235.154)
It's probably formaldehyde. .......

200: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Conrad-Johnson MF2550 Is In The House! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-18, 14:02:31 (76.108.235.154)
Beautiful and congrats! How does it sound? .......

201: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: You Talked me Out of it (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-13, 15:11:46 (76.108.235.154)
Abe is on the mark describing the warmth and power of the EL34 vs. 6550/Kt88 power output tubes. They'll keep your room toasty in the winter...a little caveat. If you get the itch again, perhaps a loc .......

202: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Beware...International Fraud on Asylum Trader (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-11, 15:55:35 (76.108.235.154)
Check cashing scamers aren't limited to just international. A friend took the bait some years ago. Upon revisiting the check cashing outlet several different local and federal agencies surrounded him. .......

203: Vinyl Asylum, RE: A mere $12,000 for the new Grado top of the line cart. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-03, 14:32:08 (76.108.235.154)
I experienced a hum with a Grado cart in a Music Hall table with an external speed box. Using a shielded/grounded cable from the speed box to the MH motor solved the hum problem. .......

204: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Power-on funtion of amplifier on the fritz. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-08-03, 10:52:57 (76.108.235.154)
A power-on relay can have several functions including the indicators. Depending upon the design of the relay circuit, a timing chip or a basic RC circuit will effect the time for the relay to engage. .......

205: SET Asylum, RE: Don Garber. RIP. 1935-2017. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-06-09, 14:52:32 (76.108.235.154)
One of the members of the infamous "The New York Triode Mafia". RIP .......

206: Inmate Central, RE: Dirty Jobs! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-04-30, 10:53:06 (99.10.178.103)
A sweet lap pool Rod! .......

207: Vinyl Asylum, RE: R.I.P..........J. Geils (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-04-12, 11:38:22 (99.10.178.103)
I thought we would get a reprieve after the horrible 2016 we suffered and reminisced through as too many of the greats passed. What fond memories looking back to the memories J. Geils brought. ::: TOP .......

208: Inmate Central, RE: Installation by ANY Provider (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-03-24, 16:33:07 (99.10.178.103)
Is ATT Uverse 1080 or upconverted as Xfinity is? Does Uverse STB's still have RJ45 jack? .......

209: Inmate Central, RE: Installation by AT&T (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-03-24, 11:45:15 (99.10.178.103)
What happened to the pic? .......

210: Inmate Central, RE: Installation by AT&T (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-03-23, 10:14:30 (99.10.178.103)
Affixed into the roof sheathing? Am I seeing this right? Is there a ground wire for the dish? .......

211: Vinyl Asylum, RE: New Toy In The House (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-02-26, 14:21:11 (99.10.178.103)
Beautiful table.Enjoy. Johnny R is king! I've bought a lot of gear from him over the years. .......

212: General Asylum, RE: Cool. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-02-06, 15:58:56 (99.10.178.103)
Ebay has various rails and hardware for sale. .......

213: General Asylum, RE: Hmm, that's interesting (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-02-05, 22:55:25 (99.10.178.103)
Sure. It redefines a DIY rack. .......

214: General Asylum, RE: Yes, Salamander Synergy line (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-02-04, 19:53:13 (99.10.178.103)
Their rail system looks a lot like the Bosch Rexroth line. AKA - 80/20 inc .......

215: General Asylum, RE: Your 'free' smartphone soundmeter.. What dB YOU listen at? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-02-03, 18:49:22 (99.10.178.103)
What make is your audio rack Abe? .......

216: Inmate Central, RE: Telephone scammers are so lazy anymore (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-24, 09:50:57 (99.10.178.103)
Each time they call, I say - huh/what? I have a Mac. They hang up. Wonder if that will work with the robo calling? .......

217: Inmate Central, 1969 Camaro Z28 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-20, 12:22:37 (99.10.178.103)
My college buddy just sent this to me. His 69 Camaro Z28 work in process. It has the factory original 302 'DZ' motor just made for the Z28. I has about 360hp at 7000 rpm. They scream! .......

218: Inmate Central, RE: Car trivia quiz (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-17, 11:08:36 (99.10.178.103)
My buddy in high school had one. It was a real hoot to drive with the windows up and at decent speeds. Thanks for the memory.:-) .......

219: Inmate Central, RE: Been keeping my head in the sand, but now it's time to reach out for help! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-11, 13:48:59 (99.10.178.103)
I went through this two years ago - Mac or PC. I was fed-up with windows and a user from the first Windows iteration. I found each new version of Wx was nothing more than a pretty dress with a few exc .......

220: Tube DIY Asylum, Ratings... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-04, 11:12:38 (99.10.178.103)
Before testing anything, determine the ratings/limits of your new oscope and it's probes. W .......

221: Inmate Central, RE: When not if (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-04, 09:52:32 (99.10.178.103)
Check out a "dry" pouch which can be perused on "diving" websites....waterproof and lightweight. Stay Safe! .......

222: Vintage Asylum, RE: The Schotky Cree diodes make a tremendous difference in every place I have used them. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-03, 14:27:51 (99.10.178.103)
Any suggested tips or techniques for removing the tabs from the TO-220 tab? .......

223: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: AI Modulus M3a Gain Switch, and Cap bypass switch ?? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2017-01-03, 10:50:00 (99.10.178.103)
The M3 has Bourns conductive plastic attenuators. M3A has Elma stepped attenuators. The two pots track differently. .......

224: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "Del Boca Vista" (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-27, 10:08:18 (99.10.178.103)
Priceless. I think that was the Cadillac episode? .......

225: Vinyl Asylum, RE: "La Boca Vista" (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-27, 09:20:25 (99.10.178.103)
Correctly attributed Lew! .......

226: Vinyl Asylum, Seinfeld... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-26, 13:38:36 (99.10.178.103)
Jerry: I'm not force-feeding myself a steak at four-thirty to save a couple of bucks. Priceless! .......

227: Hi-Rez Highway, Other DVD offerings? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-16, 15:24:41 (99.10.178.103)
Oppo 103, 103D and 105 .......

228: Hi-Rez Highway, Oppo UDP-203 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-15, 09:21:45 (99.10.178.103)
Oppo's website only presents the new (203) model. A quick search didn't show Darbee mentioned? Did I miss something? .......

229: General Asylum, RE: Getting a system 90% of perfection is easy, but getting that final 10% can drive a person nuts! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-09, 09:43:22 (99.10.178.103)
Consider acoustic room treatments if you've not done so. .......

230: Inmate Central, RE: Do you think 'someone' is responsible for factory fire tragedy. Or each individual should have paid attention? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-07, 09:18:39 (99.10.178.103)
When folks make a conscious decisions which put themselves in jeopardy, rarely are they held solely and openly accountable. They chose to put aside the warnings of the inspectors....been there/done th .......

231: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: safety margin (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-07, 00:37:37 (99.10.178.103)
Were the Hexfred diodes installed with snubber caps (usually ceramic) across them? .......

232: Inmate Central, Kevin Harlan's Commentary of the Two Topless Idiots in NY Jets Game is Priceless (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-12-06, 09:12:19 (99.10.178.103)
N.J. State Troopers hit harder than Jets. ... two idiots reside in concussion protocol. :-) .......

233: Inmate Central, RE: and the answer is... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-09-21, 13:27:10 (99.10.178.103)
In the case of a switched outlet. Typically the garbage disposal outlet is powered from the panel then to a switch on the back splash. .......

234: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Upgrading 1N4003 diodes to Stealth 8 amp 600v. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-08-29, 17:09:07 (99.10.179.38)
Have a look, this may fit your needs. .......

235: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Vacuum Tube Audio SP14 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-07-25, 18:15:36 (99.10.179.38)
I "think" that's an Aikido (John Broskie) circuit or a variant. .......

236: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Source For Carbon Fiber Tubing (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-06-16, 12:02:21 (99.10.179.38)
Check out McMaster Carr .......

237: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: They are different - NO THEY ARE THE SAME (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-05-09, 16:30:00 (99.10.179.38)
I stand corrected on the pinouts. Thank you. .......

238: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: They are different - NO THEY ARE THE SAME (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-05-09, 15:38:01 (99.10.179.38)
Cougar referenced the LT1033 and LT1085. Please revisit the pin configuration. Also, they're not LN and LDO. .......

239: Tweakers' Asylum, They are different (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-05-09, 11:25:58 (99.10.179.38)
The pinout is different. Also, the back plate (case) is different in this instance. If you want an improvement, check into the (LN,LDO)Low Noise, Low Dropout Vregs from LT. Cheers! .......

240: Vinyl Asylum, RE: It's a speed controller...I'm not sure what keeps audiophiles up at night (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-04-19, 15:07:33 (99.10.179.38)
If you think I'm sounding a little over the top I can promise you that even after all I just typed I would still be more than happy to have you down at the factory and listen to some music with us. I .......

241: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Bored ...and you know what that means ... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-04-12, 13:03:32 (99.10.179.38)
I have an unopened (in the box) & untouched DL-160. I plan to sell it so if you are interested, PM me. Cheers, W .......

242: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I use this to de-solder (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-03-12, 13:00:39 (99.10.179.38)
FL, I've used the 808 for about fifteen years. It finally became troublesome. I replaced it with Hakko's 472D - the bees knees! Handling is so nimble one can feel if it's tip is flat against the PCB. .......

243: Vinyl Asylum, RE: RIP............ (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2016-01-11, 08:46:31 (99.10.179.38)
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244: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Painting aluminium heatsink (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-10-03, 09:08:17 (99.10.179.38)
Perhaps that's why power trannys are coated as you described. .......

245: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Diff. Between Audible Illussion 2D & 3A (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-10-01, 07:25:50 (99.10.179.38)
In addition to what the others have pointed to: The 2D had one SS regulated FET supply for all four tubes, the 3 has another identical regulated SS FET supply and the 3A has yet another identical SS F .......

246: Cable Asylum, M5-HP.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-09-05, 11:13:58 (99.10.179.38)
And your power cord. Which flavor of Neotech cable did you use? Have you upgraded the parts in the M5-HP xover? I'm using the Bob Crump Asylum PC. After putting heat shrink over the Schurter IEC, the .......

247: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Switchable power transformer or not? MUsic HAll conundrum (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-08-31, 06:56:42 (99.10.179.38)
Call Music Hall again and ask for Leland. He'll guide you to the proper primary tap color for your needs. Cheers, W .......

248: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I stand corrected.It is a 470-Ohm resistor in series with Output 2/ /nt\ (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-06-23, 08:05:15 (99.10.179.38)
You can get good start with impedance matching, by properly sizing the coupling cap in the AI. A 2.0uf will do the job far better than the stock cap. I'd go with a Solen PPT 400V ....and ditch the byp .......

249: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Owner's manual says Output 2 has a 270-Ohm resistor in series. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-06-22, 18:05:29 (99.10.179.38)
All the M3/M3A pre-s I've seen have 470R. Not that it's worthy of concern. Interesting. .......

250: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Modulus 3/3A owners. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-06-22, 10:37:53 (99.10.179.38)
Hi Opus, Output 2 is typically used for subs (470R). This would create greater impedance mismatch with your next stage. Output 1 is 470K. If this sounds "bright" it could be due to the above. What amp .......

251: Computer Audio Asylum, Seeking software recommendation(s) to port over.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-06-01, 19:02:33 (99.10.179.38)
Outlook Express(V6)folders/emails and address book to my 2012 Mac Mini running Mavericks. .......

252: Tube DIY Asylum, +1 Buck transformer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-24, 13:55:20 (99.10.179.38)
Been doing it for many years. .......

253: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: What the hell could explain this? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-15, 18:52:39 (99.10.179.38)
Either cold solder joint(s) or the cap(s) are going. They've exceeded their lifespan. I would change all the big lytics. Check the traces as well. Cheers, W .......

254: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-11, 18:03:18 (99.10.179.38)
upgraded and the Solens in (coupling caps) would there be any benefit in replacing the smaller value caps too? If you're referring to the small bypass caps on the couplers, they need to be removed. .......

255: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-09, 16:30:46 (99.10.179.38)
Not 4 now. You'll be very happy from those 2 upgrades and the proper impedance matching. .......

256: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Thanks again for the great pics Abe! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-09, 12:33:22 (99.10.179.38)
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257: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-09, 12:32:13 (99.10.179.38)
Might as well get the parts from parts connexion and add new grid stoppers: (4) 560R or 620R Riken 1/2w Cheers, W .......

258: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-08, 22:18:25 (99.10.179.38)
Closest - 2uf 400V SE series. If U can increase the amp's inp. Z W/O issue, even better? .......

259: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-08, 17:14:22 (99.10.179.38)
Calc. your -3db to 1.8Hz or so. AI = 470K which gets a 1Mgohm AN tantalum and what yur amp's input Z is. L2 coupling cap, replace with the calc'd value w/Solen PPT at least 300V. PM me if U need asst .......

260: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-08, 11:16:45 (99.10.179.38)
Please do. If you R DIY handy there's a lot of circ. mods & upgrades to be done. ...The HV supply - Schottky them (4)cree csd01060A TO220-2 Cheers, W .......

261: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-07, 14:24:46 (99.10.179.38)
AI's heater supply will hit around 5.8Vdc with four 6922s(6.3V). The 7dj8(7.6V heater) in the AI will never reach working emissions. They will sound eerily quiet....and lacking! I would suggest sendin .......

262: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions L-2 Upgrades (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-06, 23:23:39 (99.10.179.38)
Are you referring to the 7dj8? .......

263: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Shunt Pot Volume Control - Better Sound (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-06, 23:15:25 (99.10.179.38)
Here's a good reference for modding Vpots. .......

264: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Best to understand the heater circuit.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-03-05, 15:23:56 (99.10.179.38)
of the device! the 6H30 heater(Ih)draws 900mA Cheers, W .......

265: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Y splitters (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-18, 08:48:48 (99.10.179.38)
Miller Capacitance. The pre's output impedance needs to be considered as well for this purpose. Cheers, W .......

266: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Y splitters (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-16, 12:24:11 (99.10.179.38)
The preamp's output Z (parallel) will be cut in half while the Miller C will x2. .......

267: Vinyl Asylum, Dylan - My Back Pages accompanied... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-11, 10:04:07 (99.10.179.38)
By: Clapton, Petty, Harrison, MCGuinn, Young - My Back Pages - YouTube Not sure where to post this so I figured it would be most appreciated here. .......

268: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-08, 12:56:04 (99.10.179.38)
BTW, my big tower computer is old and very reliable. While you already had 3 minis, I am still using the same tower computer with an Intel DuoCore! This is going on 10 years, and I built the computer .......

269: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-06, 08:25:08 (99.10.179.38)
All good info. I'm going the used route for the office and 07 mini server gets it's needed upgrades. Many thanks Abe. .......

270: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-06, 08:21:43 (99.10.179.38)
I overlooked the obvious and got caught up in waiting for the Haswell chip. Both Ebay's used and Apple's referb. are reasonably priced. Thanks for the idea! Building a linear PS for my 07' mini music .......

271: Vintage Asylum, RE: An article in The Onion hit the nail on the head... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-05, 09:28:41 (99.10.179.38)
I remember that discussion (Julian Day)on CNBC. .......

272: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-04, 11:18:42 (99.10.179.38)
I had no idea these compact PC existed. Thanks! I'm looking to get off Windows and onto to the Mac OS platform. .......

273: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-04, 08:18:00 (99.10.179.38)
Another feature I was not aware of. I take it running VM as you've done is very stable on MAC OS.... 4GB on the base model enough? .......

274: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-03, 09:10:00 (99.10.179.38)
I can just as easily dual-boot Windows essentially getting two computers for the price of one I have some pgms that won't run under Mac OS which I cannot be without. The MAC OS affords the best of b .......

275: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-02, 17:29:24 (99.10.179.38)
Hey Abe, Your post is most enlightening. I was not aware of iFixit. To answers your 'why(s)' well, you've answered that. I would think that most people buy the Mini for its very compact size and capa .......

276: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Integrated Amp for bedroom System (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-02, 15:01:11 (99.10.179.38)
Would you mind providing with the info as to where and the price? PM me if you choose. Thx. W .......

277: Computer Audio Asylum, Lets compare apples ) apples... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-02, 14:07:20 (99.10.179.38)
I've upgraded the ram in my older mac mini as well as my pc. FWIW I can change it in my Sam. S4 .......

278: Computer Audio Asylum, New Mac Mini (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-02, 13:14:47 (99.10.179.38)
Rather Bizarre? Upgradeability A teardown of the 2014 Mac mini revealed that user-installed upgrades for the machine range from difficult to impossible. The RAM is soldered and thus not user replaceab .......

279: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Poly Caps for Power Supply (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-02-01, 15:39:44 (99.10.179.38)
Check the KHG2u2 - KHG100uF I've been using them for years with great satisfaction. Now with an fairly even conversion rate it's very favorable. Mundorf are made by F&T. .......

280: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: These are not MY calculations! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 16:50:47 (99.10.179.38)
Seems you want that level of clarity banished here. Not at all. It's the tone in the delivery and aggressive attitude, more times than not which accompanies that clarity. To quote a great philosopher .......

281: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Swapping parts? Learning? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 16:31:22 (99.10.179.38)
So swapping say a capacitor based on internet reports of sonic nirvana is a learning experience? Well I guess it could be if you spent a lot of money on those audiophile parts. Some folks do and I ha .......

282: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: This forum is called Do It Yourself (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 15:44:55 (99.10.179.38)
It is uncanny how often characteristics mentioned in subjective listening are backed up in some of the measurements That's been my experience as well. .......

283: Tube DIY Asylum, Oh my... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 14:17:48 (99.10.179.38)
More sensorship. Since when did using asterisks in a post EVER get removed? Just who the **** do you think you are telling just about everyone you respond to ' you're wasting your time? Based on you .......

284: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Marsh and Jung and F-Dyne (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 14:12:30 (99.10.179.38)
I used to buy dozens of caps from John Strickland. Shame who he sold to. FYI, he moved along with his inventory to N.Carolina. .......

285: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Beg to disagree.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 14:03:56 (99.10.179.38)
Of course not. Both are a welcomed necessity. .......

286: Tube DIY Asylum, Again you... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 13:29:08 (99.10.179.38)
missed Lew's point or aggressively resist it. The reference is towards your personality (harshness) . In addition, you're unable to see or ride the gray arena of life. Being that bent on science and h .......

287: Tube DIY Asylum, Beg to disagree.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-30, 13:16:41 (99.10.179.38)
As for the LSES crowd, the Bored has made it clear, by their lack of action, they are here to stay. I too am not without guilt but have learned to 'evolve' and try the unconventional as well as let o .......

288: Tube DIY Asylum, Some have missed part.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-29, 16:33:42 (99.10.179.38)
of Naz's point. It's not only the LSES crowd. The pendulum has swung from Medwin group to the - I'm right and you're ignorant, highly unbalanced egos of the 'Educated beyond the ability to comprehend' .......

289: Vintage Asylum, Which is now Vishay... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-25, 09:19:26 (99.10.179.38)
Sure hope the quality stays intact. .......

290: Tweakers' Asylum, Try this.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-24, 10:35:09 (99.10.179.38)
Assuming Amp 33K Zin and 100K pre load out. 159154 1/(1/33,000 + 1/100,000) 331uf = 0.0194Hz -3db 159154 1/(1/33,000 + 1/100,000) 1uf = 6.41Hz -3db .......

291: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: where did you get... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-23, 20:43:31 (99.10.179.38)
Good question...my mistake. Still, the scenario is the same. Then you can replace the amp's 330uf input caps with a pair of jumper wires. The rest of the fine tuning will/might be done to the output .......

292: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: The BAT VK-30 preamp has... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-23, 17:54:44 (99.10.179.38)
Then you can replace the amp's 3.3uf input caps with a pair jumper wires. The rest of the fine tuning will/might be done to the output stage of the BAT. Again, depending upon the topology. Victor can .......

293: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: BAT VK-30. preamp. nt. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-23, 16:47:14 (99.10.179.38)
To properly calc. the corner freq., you'll need to include the output LOAD ? of the preamp with the input z of the amp(13K). Both resistance values would be in parallel. Depending on the output topolo .......

294: Tweakers' Asylum, What pre are you using? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-23, 13:47:07 (99.10.179.38)
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295: Vintage Asylum, Just use a little..... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-22, 17:48:43 (99.10.179.38)
or mount a rubber grommet(from McMaster Carr)in-between the part and the chassis with either of my recommended adhesives. Or whatever size rubber grommet is needed. Local store bought grommets are of .......

296: Tubes Asylum, x2 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-21, 14:45:42 (99.10.179.38)
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297: Vinyl Asylum, RE: Any experience using Cardas 4x33 shielded tone arm cable? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-21, 14:43:47 (99.10.179.38)
Great sounding wire! I use it exclusively in AIs from the RCA > PCB. W/O a solder pot it's near impossible to tin. A steady pair of hands and a lot of magnification are needed. .......

298: Vintage Asylum, Permatex or GC.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-21, 10:38:18 (99.10.179.38)
After trying too many to count, my staple electronics adhesives are: Permatex Sensor Safe Blue if you never want to remove the component once cured. Next is GC Electronics grade sealant adhesive # 19- .......

299: Vinyl Asylum, Lynyrd Skynyrd Vinyl Box Set... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2015-01-15, 17:09:25 (99.10.179.38)
Any word on this yet? Limited Edition 180g Vinyl 7LP Box Set) Price: $139.99 Now: $109.99 Availability: January 29, 2015 .......

300: Tubes Asylum, Ooops... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-30, 09:32:15 (99.10.179.38)
Looking right at the Phillips factory valve codes manual, there's the FM/TTC and so on, at the bottom of the glass. Thanks for the correction. Cheers, W .......

301: Vintage Asylum, RE: Interesting (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-29, 09:04:52 (99.10.179.38)
Thanks for the heads-up. I emailed the owner. .......

302: Vintage Asylum, RE: In need of service manual for Hafler... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-28, 22:34:36 (99.10.179.38)
I prefer to have the schemo before popping the hood. I'd buy it if I could find one. .......

303: Vintage Asylum, RE: In need of service manual for Hafler... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-28, 22:32:36 (99.10.179.38)
Interesting link Eli. A bit too much for his budget. .......

304: Vintage Asylum, RE: In need of service manual for Hafler... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-28, 17:44:22 (99.10.179.38)
Helping a friend out. He wants to upgrade as it's all original. Also, the fan is annoyingly loud. .......

305: Vintage Asylum, In need of service manual for Hafler... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-28, 15:32:50 (99.10.179.38)
XL-600. I've searched the usual and unusual places and nada. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers, W .......

306: Tubes Asylum, Right leaning triangle... Phillips Heerlen... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-28, 10:20:21 (99.10.179.38)
Straight up triangle is Phillips Copenhagen. That said, this is the first I've seen the codes on the bottom glass from Phillips/Amperex. I've always seen the codes acid etched in the glass in the area .......

307: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Sounds like you know what "pseudo engineering" tricks he's employed in the new amp. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-18, 20:35:21 (99.10.179.38)
Perhaps this has replaced his 'DC Restorer' circuit? .......

308: Amp/Preamp Asylum, That's Hilarious.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-13, 19:57:23 (99.10.179.38)
Wonder if he tests his soldering iron that manner. .......

309: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Also, how do you determine what mA rating to use? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-12, 17:01:38 (99.10.179.38)
I've found Hammond chokes don't carry true to their spec'd current and core saturation occurs below their current rating. I too have gone to custom wound chokes with M6 lams....you do get what you pay .......

310: Tube DIY Asylum, As Al suggested.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-09, 13:04:38 (99.10.179.38)
Repeaters or access points are good option. I went to 5GHz and problem solved. The cable to the antenna greatly affects the db gain, as does the type and quality of the antenna. David on ElPaso TubeAm .......

311: Tube DIY Asylum, WRONG!!!!! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-05, 11:28:23 (99.10.177.176)
Nothing to do with what you indicated. The moderator is worthless! 'Give it a break' was LONG overdue! The moderator should have done so. Nothing rude about said comment. Far worse has been exchanged .......

312: Tube DIY Asylum, WOW - CENSORSHIP FROM THE MODERATOR... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-05, 11:15:41 (99.10.177.176)
for removing a thread of one inmate telling the another to 'give it a break' If you did your job, the inmates wouldn't have to. Kindly put the thread back. W .......

313: Tube DIY Asylum, Vcap experiences..... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-04, 13:30:25 (99.10.177.176)
The TFTF sound similar to the Putin FT-3 Teflons but the TFTF do everything A LOT better. Worth every penny. That's the feedback I've received from all those I've upgraded from the FT-3 to the TFTF. T .......

314: Tube DIY Asylum, x2 (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-04, 10:48:06 (99.10.177.176)
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315: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Duelund Copper Cast Polarity (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-12-04, 10:40:06 (99.10.177.176)
There isn't a polarity per se. The outer foil is directional and can be determined with a DMM. The outer foil is connected to the lowest impedance part of that circuit to provide the lowest noise....p .......

316: Tubes Asylum, RE: Citation II restoration update II (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-11-30, 10:18:55 (99.10.177.176)
I did not know that about the Deuce - thanks Jim. I've experienced the same when tuning GNFB. I wasted a lot of money on the higher quality resistors. Cheers, W .......

317: Tubes Asylum, RE: Citation II restoration update II (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-11-25, 10:15:18 (99.10.177.176)
Very clean and neat work with attention to detail. What once was a gnarly rats nest is now a work of art. Although I'm not surprised after viewing the link showing your 'finish process.' All should ta .......

318: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-11-05, 09:38:52 (99.10.177.176)
Did you receive my response? .......

319: Tube DIY Asylum, In addition.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-11-03, 11:07:51 (99.10.177.176)
To what Jim said, tubes get a bad rap for microphonics. Many times the sockets are the culprit. An improperly secured coupling cap can not only mimic a microphonic tube but cause one heck of a feedbac .......

320: Tube DIY Asylum, :-) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-30, 10:24:12 (99.10.177.176)
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321: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Why are you shopping there for BBQ sauce? (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-29, 18:20:04 (99.10.177.176)
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322: Computer Audio Asylum, It worked.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-28, 13:27:38 (99.10.177.176)
Just as you described loaded onto an iphone....flawlessly. The next adventure is finding a similar app for an Android. .......

323: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Ipad ) mac mini... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-26, 21:03:32 (99.10.177.176)
Thank you for the first hand feedback as to it's functionality. .......

324: Computer Audio Asylum, RE: Ipad ) mac mini... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-26, 18:32:10 (99.10.177.176)
Thank you. I read up on it. The feedback points to it being rather 'buggy'. .......

325: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-25, 18:29:52 (99.10.177.176)
Got it. Will get back to you later. .......

326: Computer Audio Asylum, Ipad ) mac mini... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-24, 14:42:01 (99.10.177.176)
Is an app or add-on software required to navigate iTunes from an ipad? .......

327: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-24, 11:27:14 (99.10.177.176)
Please post here after sending it again. Thanks, W .......

328: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-23, 14:16:45 (99.10.177.176)
Were you able to send it? .......

329: Tubes Asylum, The times = Joules... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-23, 08:32:55 (99.10.177.176)
I get why the commercial guys don't make this type of preamp. The iron alone is quite a bit, but my counter to that is that one can get someone like Heyboer to make the iron for reasonable cost. Folk .......

330: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: I'm curious as to the topology... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-23, 08:11:48 (99.10.177.176)
There are some pres that have gain settings. This may be an option. Otherwise, you'll have to reduce the gain with series resistors on the RCA jacks and or shunt the volume pots. Fairly easy to implem .......

331: Amp/Preamp Asylum, I'm curious as to the topology... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-22, 15:43:01 (99.10.177.176)
As the CAT MKll has ten tubes! .......

332: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Tube Pre Amp for McCormack DNA 0.5 - Covergent MKII? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-22, 09:24:54 (99.10.177.176)
Steve's amps sound wonderful. I had the pleasure to work on one. Of course I couldn't resist having a listen to the 125. The DNA 0.5: Input sensitivity: 0.85V will present an issue for any mid to high .......

333: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-21, 11:13:24 (99.10.177.176)
I couldn't open or download the SM. Can you download it? If so, PM and send it to me. There absolutely is a input coupler in that amp. Cheers, W .......

334: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Available with new Intel Haswell CPU now... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-18, 22:41:12 (99.10.177.176)
Very sweet... Thanks Abe. .......

335: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Off topic - Mac Mini... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-17, 18:02:09 (99.10.177.176)
Anyone know if/when the mini is going to be released with the Haswell chip? Thanks, W .......

336: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Marantz 2275 static at turn on even with volume down (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-17, 15:45:07 (99.10.177.176)
If you need the SM, PM me. .......

337: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Marantz 2275 static at turn on even with volume down (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-17, 12:20:30 (99.10.177.176)
My money is on a transistor going south as Ralph pointed out or a cold solder joint. It's roughly 40yrs old! .......

338: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Scope Advice Needed (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-17, 12:13:57 (99.10.177.176)
Agree with the rest on the scope. You'll probably need HV probes. I have both a CRT Sencore and a digital TEK. The display on the CRT beats the digital hands down. As for a sig. gen.....GIGO! don't sk .......

339: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Carbon Resistors (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-03, 22:29:47 (99.10.177.176)
Do you recall what brand CC it was...or is that inappropriate? I use Little Daemon, stocked at Digikey. Although rare, as I prefer the tone of Riken. .......

340: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: A little help please? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-10-02, 09:41:04 (99.10.177.176)
Go ahead. Make the parts change; your values are close enough. You can't go wrong with Mills WW. Be careful to calculate the wattage! If your calcs call for a 12w mills, use 2 either parallel or serie .......

341: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: "Buzz" from Preamp? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-27, 12:48:33 (99.10.177.176)
It sounds as if one or more of the FETs used in the PS crapped out. .......

342: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-22, 06:43:47 (99.10.177.176)
Oops - me bad .......

343: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-21, 09:31:39 (99.10.177.176)
If the SPL is in that section, I didn't read it. I just saw a section on "calibration". ...If you're happy with the system, look into the volume pot mods. .......

344: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-20, 18:02:53 (99.10.177.176)
Primare doesn't show specs on their website. .......

345: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-20, 17:57:02 (99.10.177.176)
The owner's manual had a "calibration" section. Consider doing some mods to the volume pot. ....Series and or shunting them. That will kill a lot of the gain and provide sonic improvement. ::: TOPIC:: .......

346: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-20, 08:07:57 (99.10.177.176)
Interesting pre. Have you performed the calibration for gain? .......

347: Tube DIY Asylum, If it blows... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-20, 07:58:31 (99.10.177.176)
We all know who has a basement full of them. .......

348: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: 600v secondary/12.5 uf capacitor input/2000 piv bridge rectifier. Do I need soft start? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-20, 07:53:53 (99.10.177.176)
What's the topology of the amp? Soft start is up to you. With 12.5 as C1, the inrush is low and probably not experience reactive loading. I would, at the very least put some NTC thermistors in there. .......

349: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-19, 13:11:07 (99.10.177.176)
resulting to significantly lowering the output That's probably due to lower gain of that particular source. .......

350: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Sorry for hijacking your thread (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-18, 15:56:45 (99.10.177.176)
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351: Amp/Preamp Asylum, That depends... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-18, 13:41:07 (99.10.177.176)
If one goes by the 10x "rule of thumb", a preamp with an Zout of 1K would work. Granted 11K is not ideal. 0.02 :-) .......

352: Tube DIY Asylum, What start menu... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-18, 12:29:43 (99.10.177.176)
MS removed that in Win. 7. Either download a third party "start" button then scan for viruses, or putz with the mouse to find.....don't get me started. Windows is still - D umb O perating S ystem! IIR .......

353: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Change the input Z.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-18, 11:41:01 (99.10.177.176)
The owners manuals I found indicated 11K1. No SM to be found. These have no FETS, just BJTs. I've not experienced any offset issues with the many I've modded (33K input Z) when sweeping on the oscope .......

354: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Change the input Z.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-17, 14:31:55 (99.10.177.176)
Not for the 1092. There's a service manual for the RB-1090-2,3. It indicates an input Z of 33K and nowhere lists 11K. .......

355: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Change the input Z.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-16, 22:46:45 (99.10.177.176)
It's one resistor at the input of each channel. .......

356: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: wright pre amp (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-16, 22:41:50 (99.10.177.176)
If you take the route of volume pot modification, which others have suggested, the "typical" amount of gain reduction could be customized to your specific needs. Goldpoint is wealth of info on this t .......

357: Tubes Asylum, RE: Film cap off rectifier (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-16, 10:49:06 (99.10.177.176)
What effect would a smaller cap have in this location? A smaller C1 will always present less loading to the rectifier - tube or SS. Also, faster recovery time which translates into a faster sonic si .......

358: Tubes Asylum, RE: Film cap off rectifier (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-16, 10:26:57 (99.10.177.176)
You don't have to go with 22uf. Consider going smaller. 10uf -15uf. 0.02 .......

359: Tube DIY Asylum, Good point (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-16, 07:48:33 (99.10.177.176)
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360: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Sure.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-15, 09:35:01 (99.10.177.176)
The simple - Only one coupling cap is needed in-between a preamp and an amp. Tube preamps have a coupling cap. Some (not all) SS amps have them as well. When this scenario exists the coupling cap in .......

361: Tweakers' Asylum, Mills... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-13, 17:28:22 (99.10.177.176)
Especially as Emitter followers. .......

362: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Can resistors actually "sound crappy"? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-13, 17:24:38 (99.10.177.176)
Yes. It depends upon where in the circuit they reside. ...CC resistors can sound laid back and/or muffled. .......

363: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Help with diode biasing. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-13, 13:36:22 (99.10.177.176)
That will work fine. A problem arises when stringing those 220 cases w/o adequately securing them. My choice of silicone is Permatex sensor safe or GC electronics grade silicone adhesive. Cheers, W :: .......

364: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Marketing is king; technology is but a servant... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-13, 09:27:30 (99.10.177.176)
I think it's the marketing folks appealing to the masses. ...I agree their implications are quirky. No matter how hot the finals are biased (Class A) or gently driven, their phase/anti-phase into the .......

365: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Rotel RB-1092 and tube preamp (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-12, 09:52:09 (99.10.177.176)
If you go with a tube preamp: Rotel's have a coupling cap at the input; tube preamps have them at their outputs. Going with a tube based preamp will cause a "fight" for the corner Hz as well as really .......

366: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Help with diode biasing. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-12, 09:42:43 (99.10.177.176)
Am I correct that at 20ma. a string of 5 Yep, you will have to string several together. To bias my 6N6P's cathode, I used six Crees (csd01060E-TR) with an STPS2150 to get just where I wanted to be, .......

367: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Because... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-11, 12:33:26 (99.10.177.176)
You can't roll BJTs or FETs.....realistically. Tube rolling is a convention. Every ARC schematic I've seen has transistors hanging off the tube...go figure. .......

368: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Class A - how to tell? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-11, 12:29:35 (99.10.177.176)
Easiest way is to use an oscope, looking for crossover distortion. ...put a DMM on Adc in the OPT CT feed. When the DMM dances, you're in class B. ...Or just listen, the crossover distortion can make .......

369: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: PEC volume pots.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-11, 11:00:27 (99.10.177.176)
I'm in the process of upgrading the AI's Bourns Vpots. I've installed Tocos CF pots and very pleased with their soncis, construction and feel. The PEC arrived this week and will soon compare the two. .......

370: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: PEC volume pots.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-11, 08:54:49 (99.10.177.176)
hot molded carbon. That equates to composition. ...I did not know that - thanks Eli. .......

371: Tube DIY Asylum, PEC volume pots.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-09-10, 11:10:35 (99.10.177.176)
The element is listed as carbon. Might someone know if they're carbon film or carbon comp.? .......

372: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: two years? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-29, 21:48:40 (99.10.177.176)
So they're running the current way up? Opposite of AI. .......

373: Amp/Preamp Asylum, If so, (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-29, 16:27:05 (99.10.177.176)
your tubes are circling the drain. Hook up the meter and send me a pic. .......

374: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: No expertise in using my multimeter but (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-29, 16:13:09 (99.10.177.176)
Are you saying it read 300V? .......

375: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: two years? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-29, 16:11:07 (99.10.177.176)
AI runs the tubes at 4mA per side and the plates in parallel.... very low for a 6922. Vp is 125. .......

376: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: two years? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-29, 08:37:03 (99.10.177.176)
With your DMM on Vdc, black lead to the back ground nut. Red to the big coupling cap's lead facing the front of the chassis (V3,V4. What's the reading at both caps? .......

377: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: There is always the VIBRAPLANE (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-26, 13:29:35 (99.10.177.176)
IIRC, the "bicycle inner tube" was done years ago from the good folks on Tweaks. Search the archives if interested. .......

378: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: trying to determine where a clicking sound is coming from (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-26, 10:27:37 (99.10.177.176)
Hi JM, I'm not aware of the problem you're experiencing with your L1. If you have a DMM, I can walk you through a few tests. PM me if you would like verification. Cheers, W .......

379: Planar Speaker Asylum, RE: Tube Monoblock Magnepan Advice (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-21, 09:33:43 (99.10.177.176)
Do more homework as to what 800.00 will do for you. What caps and how many? Hexfred/Stealth suck! Search the archives for oscope pics I've done showing how nasty they present. UF or Schottky. Cheers, .......

380: Tube DIY Asylum, ...and when a CCS is used? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-16, 08:59:36 (99.10.177.176)
The power supply is PART of the audio circuit in a SE amp, and as such, it needs to be properly laid out with as minimum a lead lengths as possible, to sound its best ! .......

381: Tubes Asylum, RE: Photo (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-14, 18:30:58 (99.10.177.176)
I looked into the Azuma sockets a while back. The only available info on the metal was gold plating, so I assumed the base metal is MM (mystery metal). I went with Belton sockets and never looked back .......

382: Tubes Asylum, RE: preamp vs power amp tube distortion (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-14, 14:53:40 (99.10.177.176)
It would be extremely rare to ever come close to signal overload conditions in any half decent design . Would that instance be if the grid goes positive? .......

383: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Strain relief - IEC (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-13, 16:12:59 (99.10.177.176)
Size up a Rigid reducing washer with a threaded cord grip strain relief. .......

384: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Good question... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-13, 11:59:25 (99.10.177.176)
I've not heard or seen the L3. Therefore, I cannot comment as to it's sonic signature nor any similarities to it's predecessor. They all, previous and current models sound very good, even in their st .......

385: Amp/Preamp Asylum, The scoop..... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-12, 13:14:28 (99.10.177.176)
I suspect it may have something to do with the vintage of the units in question but that's just conjecture. The only difference, from the 2 series up are the number of regulated supplies, which are .......

386: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard the Audible Illusions L3 line stage? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-12, 12:31:42 (99.10.177.176)
AI runs the plate voltage around 125Vdc and 4-5mA per side. The plates are in parallel thus lowering the Pdiss from 1.5w/triode to 1w/triode. Also reduces the rp in half but doubles Miller C. The Vp .......

387: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Anyone heard the Audible Illusions L3 line stage? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-12, 11:33:10 (99.10.177.176)
Three attenuators. .......

388: Speaker Asylum, RE: Vandersteen 5A Owners- Power Cords (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-08-03, 12:17:22 (99.10.177.176)
I have the Quatros which have the same issue connecting power cords. The Shurter plug fits just fine in-between the heat sink fins. DIY the cable or try the Asylum PC. I too found a noticeable improve .......

389: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Wheezer, do you snub TO-220s? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-31, 10:45:11 (99.10.177.176)
Sure thing. PM me if you want the RRSF schemo for both the FWR. and FWBR. Cheers, W .......

390: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Wheezer, do you snub TO-220s? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-31, 00:08:17 (99.10.177.176)
You don't need to "snub" Schottky diodes as they do not have a p-n junction to deal with. However, they do turn on/off which the RRSF can minimize the effects of. I leave the filter across the seconda .......

391: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I guess I should more accurately have said... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-29, 11:14:47 (99.10.177.176)
that you gave me the idea. From a thread that started roughly three years ago. ....Again thank you Naz! .......

392: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Naz' idea to use a Schottky for cathode bias,... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-28, 10:21:01 (99.10.177.176)
I've not looked back. .......

393: Tube DIY Asylum, I'll second that! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-27, 11:07:38 (99.10.177.176)
For signal tubes, in amps and preamps, diodes on the cathode here as well. I've found the same sonic benefits as you have. .......

394: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Mikey... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-27, 11:04:41 (99.10.177.176)
A usual (of late) Digikey has 0 stock. Mouser is well stocked. ...Wondering if Newark still ships each item separately? .......

395: Tube DIY Asylum, TO-263... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-25, 09:51:44 (99.10.177.176)
These Cree diodes are available without the back, in the TO263 case. A bit more delicate to work with than the TO220 and harder to see. I used six in a string on the tail of a 6N6P; I ordered a couple .......

396: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Contraindicated,... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-22, 18:30:59 (99.10.177.176)
steroids render the patient susceptible to infection, including from communicable diseases . Long term use yes. (Once in blue moon - no) ...Taking steroids or antibiotics can cause Thrush or Candida. .......

397: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Nope... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-16, 14:34:29 (99.10.177.176)
You're only adding about 16mA to the PS if you're using 1/2 of each 6dj8. Are you sure about running a 6dj8 with 250V on the plate? KISS - LCR. Get it up and running. Then add whatever finesse floats .......

398: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Transformer regulation question (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-16, 11:46:43 (99.10.177.176)
Could be the primary winding vs. your fluctuating mains? .......

399: Tube DIY Asylum, Nope... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-16, 11:41:19 (99.10.177.176)
What's the load of the line stage and the phono stage? .......

400: Amp/Preamp Asylum, And... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-12, 12:34:33 (99.10.177.176)
So rest easy. If you changed your amp and you now must advance your volume control to a higher position for a given listening level, all other things being equal , you likely now have less distortio .......

401: Tube DIY Asylum, IIRC... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-12, 11:51:46 (99.10.177.176)
it's been while - C1 gets slammed(charged) 120 times per second (mains Freq. x2) The size of the cap in uf determines the amount of current drawn from the secondary, required to charge C1. Which in tu .......

402: Tube DIY Asylum, That explains the loss of 1K posts per week..... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-12, 11:38:46 (99.10.177.176)
Sorry to hear about this painful and debilitating ordeal. Post op infections can cause major setbacks. ....If you ever have a vasectomy, spare us the pics! :-) Feel better Mikey. Cheers, W ::: TOPIC:: .......

403: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Capacitor (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-10, 11:53:17 (99.10.177.176)
I too would not use a styrene cap there. They're rather sensitive to heat. In addition to Solen's Teflon, check out their polyprop and tin foil. They're reasonable in price and size. .......

404: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Dodd 120 mechanical buzz? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-07-08, 13:06:52 (99.10.177.176)
Check/tighten up the lams of both the OPT and PT. If the high speed diodes are "Fred" type, I'd look into UF or Schottkys. .......

405: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Is there a way to check amplifier output at the speaker terminals ? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-29, 14:07:54 (99.10.177.176)
If the pre has a setting for stereo/mono, set it to mono. If it has dual Vpots, take your Vac measurement at the end of the ICs first . Use the Vpots to match the output accordingly. For single Vpots, .......

406: Tube DIY Asylum, And.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-28, 12:26:46 (99.10.177.176)
There are powers that be, attempting to ditch the Constitution and Bill of Rights. Remember the para-military police breaking down doors and dragging homeowners out of the domicile, just after the Bos .......

407: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: New production Sprague Vitamin Q Type 196P (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-18, 10:12:22 (99.10.177.176)
False. PCBs were less common than people seem to think. The balance of which is sitting at the bottom of the Hudson River! .......

408: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Neutrik (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-18, 10:09:56 (99.10.177.176)
FYI, you'll also need the chassis connector.... Cheers, W .......

409: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Neutrik (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-17, 17:38:58 (99.10.177.176)
NL8FC, I'm using it for the umbilical cord, 330Vdc. They're certified for 220Vac, 13A. .......

410: Tube DIY Asylum, Neutrik (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-17, 13:15:03 (99.10.177.176)
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411: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Boom, sizzle, Flash! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-17, 08:29:54 (99.10.177.176)
Bad tube, bias supply or a passive device went bad. Do a visual first. Bring it up slowly with a variac and check the OP pins w/o the tubes. .......

412: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: step down/step up transformer (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-16, 17:12:11 (99.10.177.176)
Get a good quality (Signal is one) 120-240 transformer, preferably with an ESS. I've done this many times. Recently, I wired up a Signal HPI series tranny for a friend who exports to the land of 240V. .......

413: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Solder for a Rotel RB-1070 power amp ... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-16, 11:04:37 (99.10.177.176)
PM me as I've got the SM and done an overhaul on one of these. Parts (OEM) are readily available as well. I keep a good stash of contactors and run caps for my compressor unit. Cheers, W .......

414: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: No chassis mounting holes :( (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-13, 15:32:21 (99.10.177.176)
Wow, IMHO someone messed up that design! Solid core 18awg wire might take up the slack. Mounting holes would have made for universal applications. .......

415: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: No signal needed? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-13, 14:23:10 (99.10.177.176)
Your body is grounded, so only use one hand to hold the cap. An oscope can be used in the same fashion but the V/Div need to go lower than our Sencore can achieve... say 5mV/div. Anyway, I don't lose .......

416: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Is it OK to run a SS class AB amp w/o a load (speakers) on it's output? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-13, 12:16:28 (99.10.177.176)
If it has speaker switches, flip them off. Putting a resistor (8 or 16ohm) load on the outputs will need to sized (in watts) based on it's output AND will cook....FYI. Consider the need for a single c .......

417: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Is it OK to run a SS class AB amp w/o a load (speakers) on it's output? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-13, 08:20:13 (99.10.177.176)
Hey Abe, Does it have a set of jumpers to connect the pre out > main in? Technically, if there is no signal going into the amp you do not need a load on the amp's output. That goes for tube amps as we .......

418: Tube DIY Asylum, YA KNOW JEFF.... MODERATOR (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-13, 08:15:09 (99.10.177.176)
Once again, your unfounded comments have become a source of contention. Using up bandwidth, wasting time and creating these long winded exchanges of your own maniacal contention. It's time for a vacat .......

419: Tube DIY Asylum, That red wire looks silky smooth.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-11, 15:22:26 (99.10.177.176)
Take a run of about five feet and perform a Endoscopy via a Colonoscopy! .......

420: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Is my film cap power supply a low frequency attenuator? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-11, 09:40:22 (99.10.177.176)
What's the idle current of the OPTubes and the current of the FE tubes? IIRC, it's a PP A/B-1 amp? A B1+ PS doesn't fair well with an A/B amp. Fine for Class A SET amps. Consider putting an LC stage o .......

421: Tube DIY Asylum, Takman are very good and inexpensive (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-10, 11:35:02 (99.10.177.176)
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422: Tube DIY Asylum, Determining the outer foil.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-08, 09:37:38 (99.10.177.176)
Hold the body of the cap in one hand. Using the DMM on mvAC, flip the DMM leads and determine the highest reading from the RED lead's orientation. That's the outer foil. Connect it to the lowest Z sou .......

423: Tweakers' Asylum, RE: Solder for a Rotel RB-1070 power amp ... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-06, 21:17:19 (99.10.177.176)
Do you have the schemo or service manual? It's fairly well laid out and easy to access the innards. Cheers, W .......

424: Tube DIY Asylum, DIY SS bridge rectifier PCBs.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-04, 11:57:06 (99.10.177.176)
For those not wishing to build a SS FWBR here's an inexpensive solution. http://www.partsconnexion.com/product26993.html .......

425: Tube DIY Asylum, Heater wiring.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-04, 11:51:51 (99.10.177.176)
Pay close attention to routing/dressing the heater wires, keeping them twisted (if AC) tucked away and under the chassis corners. Avoid proximity to signal carrying wires. .......

426: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Belton Micolex (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-06-03, 17:20:24 (99.10.177.176)
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427: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Fuse or no fuse? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-29, 00:30:17 (99.10.177.176)
A $200 power transformer will blow every time to save a $1.00 fuse. .......

428: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I know.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-29, 00:26:59 (99.10.177.176)
I'm familiar with them. More so the Federal Pacific breakers. I know they are on the hot list for real estate home inspections. A neighbor recently had a home inspection required by his new home owne .......

429: Tube DIY Asylum, Your post needs to be removed! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-27, 12:03:26 (99.10.177.176)
The implications are dangerous and someone is bound to try it. .......

430: Tube DIY Asylum, I know.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-27, 11:59:00 (99.10.177.176)
I know, I was just busting AND bringing this topic up, hoping to finally put it to rest... :-) This bypassed fuse crap was started by the good (bad) Dr. No surprise. I've seen small circuit breakers .......

431: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Fuse or no fuse? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-26, 19:45:55 (99.10.177.176)
Always fuse the input before the switch, at the mains input. Gusser may disagree with the location though.:-)) Any additional PTs get fused at the primary. .......

432: Amp/Preamp Asylum, Thanks Stu (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-25, 16:33:43 (99.10.177.176)
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433: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Power supply to "hissy" after rebuild (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-25, 16:25:42 (99.10.177.176)
What's the total mA load of the amp. If that choke is getting hot, that's one problem. Jumper it out of the circuit for shits'n'giggles. 1.5H is too small. Cheers, W .......

434: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Power supply to "hissy" after rebuild (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-25, 12:34:53 (99.10.177.176)
Have you checked the mA rating on the chokes vs. their load? Possibly core saturation. .......

435: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Still remember hearing Quickie 8417 amps years ago at Audio Connection. Bet the 88's sound great. Congrats! nt (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-23, 13:37:39 (99.10.177.176)
I remember hearing a lot of gear at Audio Connection. Purchased a pair of Vandy Quatros a few years back from John. .......

436: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: What Is Meant By Tube Buffering? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-20, 15:10:42 (99.10.177.176)
What you've described sounds wreaks of a "cathode follower". :-) .......

437: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Fuse glow? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-18, 19:22:38 (99.10.177.176)
Have you implemented NTC Thermistors? .......

438: Tube DIY Asylum, As was the Ham Radio guy from a previous post... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-18, 10:52:04 (99.10.177.176)
The engineer was promoting an EGC and what he calls a QGC or Quiet Ground Conductor. Bonded to nothing. FWIW, that concept along with the "Ham radio" use of an unbonded ground rod(s): ...connection be .......

439: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Is there an easy way to check.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-16, 11:27:51 (99.10.177.176)
If the ground rod is bonded to the meter's neutral buss or service panel's neutral buss, it's properly done. If it's going into the meter you can't visually inspect it. Typically done with a bare copp .......

440: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS! (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-15, 08:42:38 (99.10.177.176)
The ground or earth is simply a resistor As is the ground rod of 25R. 240V/25R = 9.6A! Grounding does not bring a zero potential, but creates a voltage gradient. Sad to see this type of "DANGEROUS mi .......

441: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: here is a mod for you guys and it works well and I use it on (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-15, 08:33:04 (99.10.177.176)
Using two ground rods (at least 6' apart), bonded to the service Neutral, has been the code for a few years. #6 wire(or greater) is used to bond the rods together. The code further states where the gr .......

442: Tube DIY Asylum, What Eli said.... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-12, 14:15:06 (99.10.177.176)
Wiskering takes time, as for the workability of lead free, the issues: Much more heat required. It flows and looks like dog poop. Burns through tips. Desoldering is a nightmare. I tried many lead-free .......

443: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Are you using one power amp? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-05-03, 17:37:31 (99.10.177.176)
...and try to get hold of a tube based preamp. See if that changes the equation. .......

444: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: simplest way to delay application of B+ after filaments (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-26, 15:38:22 (99.10.177.176)
Amperite (SST1) makes a TDR to 288Vac. Shave off a few volts for sleep factor on the secondary. or, check out K&K TDR/soft start kits. I always use thermistors for inrush. Cheers, W .......

445: SET Asylum, RE: A final (I hope) question about main-PS (600VDC) caps for my Frankensteins (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-23, 09:51:32 (99.10.177.176)
In-between the sand FWBR and 5U4 is (C1) a voltage doubler 220uf 450V. .......

446: SET Asylum, RE: A final (I hope) question about main-PS (600VDC) caps for my Frankensteins (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-20, 21:57:26 (99.10.177.176)
If room permits, three 47uf 370v motor runs paralleled and no bypass caps. A fourth if needed but I doubt so. F&T makes very good MPP caps in 47uf. Rebranded for Mundorf. Then decide what you wish to .......

447: Tube DIY Asylum, It only hurts once... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-19, 09:04:44 (99.10.177.176)
Buy a Fluke off Ebay. I purchased the 189 when it hit the market. Never looked back as it does everything but L and Z. Tossed out the ol' Rat and other sacrificials. Deadly accurate as well. ::: TOPIC .......

448: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Lead dressing (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-19, 06:59:04 (99.10.177.176)
I think that minimizing connections to posts/ tags/ turrets and keeping components away from metal chassis perimeters as in the Sophia amp is a path to minimizing some adverse effects. On one hand, .......

449: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: First Watts and high output amps (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-17, 14:08:57 (99.10.177.176)
Very true. I'll cut back on the volume before exposing my ears to it. .......

450: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Modulus 2D question (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-17, 10:29:22 (99.10.177.176)
Nothing to be concerned with. It's just age and some heat. OTOH, the heater diodes, which AI mounts at board level generate a lot of heat. This always shows as a burnt up area of the PCB. Replace and .......

451: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: First Watts and high output amps (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-17, 10:24:39 (99.10.177.176)
For everything else the 120watt Technics sE-A5 was an amazing amp even at very low power This is probably the result of the SE-A5 residing in Class A! Class B transition can be sonically quite nasty .......

452: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: +1 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-17, 09:41:42 (99.10.177.176)
Food for thought... Another idea is to run the HOT to the switch first, then to the fuse holder. Synonymous scenario: Installing the OPD AFTER the equipment mains disconnect. Of course we agree on th .......

453: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: My impression from reading about the Rega, it (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-16, 06:41:41 (99.10.177.176)
Hey Abe, I recently restored my old Luxman L210 integrated. Put in place of a Motorola (5.1) DCP501 AVR, for bedroom duty. The Moto now resides in the surplus closet. I can live w/o the remote as the .......

454: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Power switch wiring (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-16, 06:29:28 (99.10.177.176)
Yes, use a DPST switch wired in the manner described by Tom. (mains live > fuse > switch pole1) (mains Neutral > switch pole2) ...An NTC thermistor after the switch (pole1) couldn't hurt! :-) Cheers, .......

455: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Physics, energy, frequency (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-14, 13:53:06 (99.10.177.176)
...The Joules that are required to move the "length of a wave". .......

456: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Volume pot problems with ebay Electrocompaniet Preampliwire IIA (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-13, 09:48:54 (99.10.177.176)
I echo FL's findings. Is replacement of the saturated Vpots an option? .......

457: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Yes, get an amp that puts out less than 2W or get less sensitive speakers (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-12, 11:51:09 (99.10.177.176)
Absolutely, it is in fact a matter of gain. In lieu of inline attenuators, a neat trick is to build a variable gain voltage divider and solder it across the preamp's output(L,R)jacks. Vishay 1280G (M. .......

458: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Mono blocks..nuthin' but trouble?? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-04-06, 22:59:16 (99.10.177.176)
What brands and their country of origin? ...I'm not familiar with the "usual" failures? .......

459: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: voltage check (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-27, 11:44:07 (99.10.177.176)
It's not a good idea to bench test a DUT in your system. The "thump" could have been the preamp belching DC. Time to test each component with the unit unplugged. Run a signal(CD player)into a line lev .......

460: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: voltage check (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-26, 23:47:23 (99.10.177.176)
Put the DMM leads on both legs of the secondary, keeping one leg detached from the circuit. You'll get 280Vac, which agrees with what the schemo shows. The PT is good. Take note of the Vdc ratings on .......

461: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions 1 low B+ problem (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-26, 18:34:35 (99.10.177.176)
Is that measurement with the DMM across both legs? .......

462: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Primer needed:How to set up a ecc99 for 12.6 volt operation. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-25, 14:11:14 (99.10.177.176)
From the data sheet. ECC99 R. F. DOUBLE TRIODE Base: NOVAL Uf = 6,3 or 12,6 V If = 800 or 400 mA 12.6V series connected: pins 4,5 each get a 6.3V leg of the winding and pin 9 gets the gnd'd CT. ::: T .......

463: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Here Ya Go (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-25, 13:37:49 (99.10.177.176)
Damn, that's a gorgeous finish! .......

464: Tube DIY Asylum, Rebranded F&T... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-25, 12:39:39 (99.10.177.176)
Which are also made for Mundorf: I use these or MR caps, depending upon the desired tone and real estate. His lytics are also made by F&T. http://www.askjanfirst.de/k1.htm The only MPP that bests them .......

465: Tube DIY Asylum, Pics please! (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-25, 12:22:41 (99.10.177.176)
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466: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Audible Illusions 1 low B+ problem (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-25, 11:19:44 (99.10.177.176)
Pull one leg of the PT's secondary to make sure it's putting out HV. Reconnect it and do the same to each stage until you get to the 12K resistor. Of course, make sure the passives are good - use your .......

467: Tube DIY Asylum, Digikey doesn't have a lot of "stuff" anymore. (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-18, 11:20:10 (99.10.177.176)
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468: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: If the pic is dated 1/27/14 it can't be the one published in SP... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-16, 13:47:09 (99.10.177.176)
Then I don't recall? But, it is what it is. :-) .......

469: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I did look at them... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-16, 12:24:46 (99.10.177.176)
99% certain it was SP. Perhaps and older pic. "Possibly", from Sophia's website a while back. It's dated 1/27/14 Ya got me going crazy! .......

470: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Huh? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-16, 12:13:43 (99.10.177.176)
Look at the pics. My pic appears to be an earlier version. The recent Stereophile pic shows the pseudo ground plane where C1 resides in lieu of it being soldered to the rectifier tube pins. Another re .......

471: Tube DIY Asylum, No affliiation... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-16, 11:23:35 (99.10.177.176)
I took that pic from the Stereophile review. Am I a reviewer for them....Nope!!! No affiliation whatsoever. .......

472: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: The 91-01-300B amp was reviewed in 12/13 Stereophile... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-16, 10:45:14 (99.10.177.176)
The first pic in my thread is from Art's evaluation in which he comments on Sophia's less the stellar workmanship. .......

473: Tube DIY Asylum, Marketing it king; technology is but a servant. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-16, 10:40:38 (99.10.177.176)
Here we have the Sophia Electric Model 91-01 300B It in no way resembles the WE 91 circuit. Look closely at the FWR soldered to the pins. Yes, hum pots, one for the DC 300B and one for the 6SN7. .......

474: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: I reckon you have seen the data sheet (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-15, 10:11:41 (99.10.177.176)
Indeed I did Russ. Usually with data sheets in other languages I can decipher them fairly well. Once I gazed up the 5z3pa's hieroglyphics, I closed the .pdf. Fair to assume C1 is good to 4uf BUT, the .......

475: Amp/Preamp Asylum, It depends... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-14, 17:10:19 (99.10.177.176)
If your preamp inverts the signal, then your red is neg. and black is pos. .......

476: Tube DIY Asylum, I dare not... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-14, 16:50:15 (99.10.177.176)
Roll rectifier tubes w/o knowing what the 5z3pa draw is. Also, what the winding is rated for. Thanks for the offer. :-) Sophia isn't known for...well you know. .......

477: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Shuggie 5z3pa... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-14, 13:37:25 (99.10.177.176)
Then best use 4uf. Looking to get the PS correct on a Sophia 300B amp. It's got 20uf as C1 off that tube rectifier. .......

478: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Shuggie 5z3pa... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-14, 12:41:11 (99.10.177.176)
Eli, IIRC that would be 40uf. Maybe that size cap leads to their demise. I'd go no more than 20uf in that case for the 5z3pa. Cheers, W .......

479: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Shuggie 5z3pa... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-14, 12:37:52 (99.10.177.176)
keeping in mind I can't read it Could you ask your massage therapist to translate it for us? .......

480: Tube DIY Asylum, Shuggie 5z3pa... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-13, 19:52:12 (99.10.177.176)
Looking for the data sheet on the 5z3pa. Specifically, the typical and max. value (uf) of C1. .......

481: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Film caps for power supplies. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-03-11, 20:44:31 (99.10.177.176)
What you're describing Mikey leans more towards ESR and DF. Dielectric absorption isn't as prevalent as it was but a few years ago. .......

482: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Too much gain in preamp /2 (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-20, 11:35:53 (99.10.177.176)
1) Dropping resistors at the preamp's input. 2) Change the Vpots impedance. (If they're 50K go to 10K-25K) and shunt them. 3) Voltage divider on the preamp's outputs, one of which would be adjustable. .......

483: Amp/Preamp Asylum, RE: Cary Sli-80 capacitor replacement questions (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-20, 11:27:03 (99.10.177.176)
The Dx does sound reasonable...1 cap and one OPTube. As CB indicated, the Jensen Oil would be the last choice. There's a lot of info regarding their failure rates in the archives. Take your pick of re .......

484: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Time Delay (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-18, 21:29:52 (99.10.177.176)
This could however be used as a turn on delay for a plate voltage power transformer, primary side only of course. Yep, that's the same relay I use on the primary side of the HV PT. After years of se .......

485: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Octal sockets (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-13, 08:23:28 (99.10.177.176)
My experience is only with the 9pin noval sockets. Once going to the Belton, I've not looked back on the Gold Plated MM(mystery metal). They have the grip of death and very well made. Phosphor bronze. .......

486: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: cross-reference an old zener... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-12, 14:49:13 (99.10.177.176)
Thanks for the confirmation. ...my parts bin has a pack of 1N4748s so I'm good to go. Having at a rebuild of my Dad's Luxman L-210 integrated, that's been sitting since 87'. I've often thought of "fix .......

487: Tube DIY Asylum, cross-reference an old zener... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-12, 14:16:21 (99.10.177.176)
I found a blown HZ22 zener... I "think" the 1n4748 will do the trick. If not any ideas? .......

488: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Stupid question(maybe) about tube filaments????? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-08, 07:05:46 (99.10.177.176)
I went through the same scenario as Tre' several years ago. Excellent personal example/explanation... BTW. If you are running a 12V heater supply, the 12xxx gets wired in series....heating both sectio .......

489: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Stupid question(maybe) about tube filaments????? (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-07, 17:08:43 (99.10.177.176)
Wouldn't that depend upon the heater voltage? .......

490: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: New Amp complete (won't be to everyone's taste but...) picture (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-05, 13:05:34 (99.10.177.111)
Exquisite! I'd have a 3D version made and mounted atop a mantle! As for you tube complement and topology....if you don't mind? EL34 OPTubes, PS 6SN7?, VA? Love the Champion decal. Congrats. W ::: TOPI .......

491: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: Help Needed (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-04, 16:00:37 (99.10.177.111)
Check the bias as mentioned and the rectifier. Clean and tighten all pins/sockets. Cheers, W .......

492: Tube DIY Asylum, Ditto (nt) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-03, 21:39:14 (99.10.177.111)
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493: Tubes Asylum, RE: Each of these tubes was broken-in with...say...at least 50 hours on each? (NT) (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-02-01, 12:21:46 (99.10.177.111)
dealers depend on dealing and thus have to like modern tubes... Dealers, as with "nearly" all products, target specific markets and fulfill needs. Some prefer new production and some prefer NOS/NIB. .......

494: SET Asylum, RE: Sophia 300B mono... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-30, 14:08:15 (99.10.177.111)
Could your mate's example be a factory custom low-gain job? Very possible as there was a transition in design. His has both the old and the new design implemented. Appears to be TOooo much work done .......

495: SET Asylum, RE: Sophia 300B mono... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-28, 15:59:27 (99.10.177.111)
Dunno how it sounds as I have 86db speakers. My friend likes it but he's never owned a SET amp nor does he have anything to compare it to. I don't bother with reviews as I cannot hear them.:-)) Thanks .......

496: Tube DIY Asylum, RE: But I thought that carbon comp was recommended.. (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-28, 13:52:55 (99.10.177.111)
I "thought" I read that in one of the MJ books? FWIW, I use Riken and Caddock TF .......

497: SET Asylum, RE: Sophia 300B mono... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-28, 12:04:57 (99.10.177.111)
FYI: it is not a "91" style amplifier, again, despite the hyperbole of some reviews. I know, my friend bought one used. No resemblance whatsoever. They also comment on the "SRPP", but don't use that .......

498: Tubes Asylum, Actually... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-27, 16:29:05 (99.10.177.111)
It wasn't that bad. The overall gain came in about where the 12ax7 + GNFB was. I didn't measure it; I went by the Vpot/loudness. Rewiring the heaters, otherwise a plug in. Diode biasing was a PITA! I .......

499: SET Asylum, Sophia 300B mono... (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-27, 11:25:44 (99.10.177.111)
91-01 Looking for assistance in locating (a DIY'r) a schematic for this amp. TIA, W .......

500: Tubes Asylum, RE: Happy to help (0.00)
Posted by wheezer on 2014-01-27, 11:23:21 (99.10.177.111)
I'll letcha know when I have a listen. Again, thanks! The Novosibirsk 6N6P currently in service, is a huge improvement as a VA in place of a 12ax7 running GNFB! .......

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