Thanks Audiophile2006, I have performed some of your suggestions before reading your lines here - sucha as pulling them out and closer to each other, I am in the process to try different speaker cables, as for IC I am really happy with the Siltech FTM4 gold, as well as looking for a better AC power conditioner once I have installed a dedicated line (30A).

Thanks

flg2001 April 19, 2007 13:43

I am using AG Duos with Cary 805 power amp, Audio note M5 preamp, Cary 306/200 CDP, Kimber Selects 3035 speaker cables and other relevant interconnects and power cords.

My suggestions:

- Please try Audio Note preamps they really match with Avantgardes;
- Try Kimber Selects 3035 speaker cables, they bring the warmth and musicality to your AG;
- Try Transparent Reference or Ultra interconnects - really improve your system;
- Try to use PS Premier power conditioner - it will bring the quite environment to the music;
- Use Shunyata Cobra power cords for at least the CDP and preamp - really enjoyable; and
- Last but important: pull out your AG far from back and side walls if you want to have a large and deep soundstage as real and live music.

Happy Listening!

audiophile2006 April 18, 2007 16:26

System edited: Blinderman stands added, nicer looks and a little more insolation from vibes.

flg2001 April 14, 2007 13:18

I have just changed the 12AX7 stock drivers on the Jadis for NOS Telefunken diamong mesh plates, not subtle changes for the good!

flg2001 March 26, 2007 00:58

Great system! Regarding amps for the UNOs, I too have tried quite a few. And I must agree that a push-pull valve amp is the way to go. I'm sitting very happy with my Octave V40, a 40wpc EL34 based amp. Best regards, Ola

unbeliever March 23, 2007 15:15

Indofunka - I have not tried OTL designs yet, but they are a good choice for many AG owners, check the AG website at Gallery and you will find quite a few.

flg2001 March 22, 2007 23:23

Thanks Fernando. I really love your choice of color for the UNOs. Btw, I looked up OTL manufacturers and there are few noticeable models i.e. Atma MA, Joule VZN, Graff, Transcendent Beast.

indofunka March 21, 2007 02:34

The Jadis DA50 Signaure is a pure class A 30 watt amp, just the right size for the 100dB AG (Jim Smith used Thor 30 watt amps at shows).

The SET amps I have tried (Home made 211, Wavac 300B, Welborne 300 Laurel, Home made 45) all had great sound but thin and less dtnamic than push pulls (Class A) I tried.

I was really reluctant to buy the Jadis, but after heareing what it did in my system it never went back.

One of the best options for AG are Audiopax amps, also push-pull, low power design, it just brings more dynamics, tonal density and drive to the AG.

Regards

Fernando

flg2001 March 20, 2007 12:08

which otl did you tried? Thx.

indofunka March 20, 2007 07:39

Fernando..I am quite surprise to see you are settling down with the jadis kt88 for your 100db horn.Can you tell me a little bit about the jadis Vs SET? thanks

ttrhp March 20, 2007 07:25

Joey_y - Thanks!, I repositioned them last night and sounding incredibly sweet and dynamic at the same time.

flg2001 March 12, 2007 14:57

Love your unos Fernando!

joey_v March 12, 2007 04:48

Dave - I tried the following

Wavac 300B integrated
Welborne 300B Laurel
Manley Stingray
Home made 211 tube based amp
Audio Prism Mantissa
Home made EL84 based amp

The Jadis hands down.

Regards,

flg2001 March 12, 2007 02:50

Hello Fernando
Which other amps have you tried with the Unos?
Thanks
Dave

dmelway March 11, 2007 13:12