The SummitDan,You`re welcome. I can easily relate to your situation .My prior amplifier was a "very good" 100 watt push pull class AB, 6550/KT 88 tubes ultra linear(60 watts in triode). I reall... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDan,Some people will fixate on the stated power rating of an amplifier and conclude,not enough power. This certainly can be the case depending on what amp and which speaker. The 2nd issue is am... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDan,That's good news and I'm glad you took a chance on the 300b SET to drive your Tannoys. The better the 300b tube , the better the sound.Regards, posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Onemug,Thanks fo the update.I wasn`t aware the EML rectifier is a mesh plate tube.Brf,I waited a very long time for the Duelund crossover capacitors. Their coupling capacitors for m... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Brf,Did you ever get the chance to install the Duelund CAST capacitors in your Total Eclipse?Onemug,Any further impressions with your EML 5u4 rectifier tubes? Do they justify the pr... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Spirit,It would seem the Hovland tube preamp should be fine unless there's some odd impedance mismatch. As far as the power amplifiers are concerned, is it possible to arrange a home audition? ... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Hi Spirit,I think you'll be just fine if you rely on your ears (which you seem to do).Listening to the NAT SET amplifier caused you to realize certain characteristics of your current amps . It'... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Andrew,I haven`t ordered them(didn`t know they were available yet).Given my satisfaction with Star Sound productucts,the stands will be seriously considered. What is their cost? posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Palasr,Thanks for your input.One thing I can say for sure, the TE aren`t anemic sounding in my home.They are very dynamic,lively and big in scale and overall presentation.The new Star Sound spe... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Chayro,I do like the larger footprint and stability of the Coincident outrigger feet. posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Hi Gary,The two Takatsuki versions sound identical to me (superb) the only difference is cosmetically with the new black and yellow base.Amtrans really came through with their warranty coverage... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Dan,The frequent goosebumps moments you alude to is what got me hooked on 300b SET amplifiers. The beauty of the circuit ot these amps is their simplicity, that's why you really hear the true c... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemAt CES this year the very best sounding system I heard was the Absolare Passion amp and preamp with the Rockport Altairs. Without question this system was a joy to listen to. Congratulations on obt... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).I got my new pair of Takatsuki-TA300bs and have to say they are the best sounding tube in my amplifier. The AVVT is close and in some aspects equals the Japanese 300b. The essential differences are... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
Deja Vu all over again!Jond,You state it well, "I love the color and liveliness of the YDA-1" yes, it effectively conveys music`s emotion. posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
Deja Vu all over again!Hi Jond,Just had to comment on your recent DAC addition.I`ve owned the Yamamoto-YDA1 DAC for about 3 years and it is a brilliant musical component.As natural.pure and realistic communicator of ... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemYour results don't surprise me.The benefits of clean high quality AC power for an audio system can't be over emphasized, it makes quite a difference. Regards, posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemIf the magnitude of change with the Typhon equals the Robert Koda preamp contribution, then the Typhon is the much better value (5k vs 30k).Unless I'm misreading you.Or does the preamp's impact on ... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDan,It's hard to say how hot a transformer should be, it probably depends on the design parameters. The Coincident amplifier transformers get mildly warm and nothing beyond that. Dont know if t... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitI understand Dan, tubes and solid state are just different , both have their supporters. For what matters to me the most, lower power tubes amplifiers and especially SET give me more of it.What 300... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitHi Dan,That's very good news, you never what the outcome will be when inserting something new and unfamiliar in your system. The Tannoy is interesting , some say they are truly exceptional with... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDan,The JJ is a solid performing tube but there are better.Keep a look out for used EML, Psvane or the Shuguang Black Treasure as good upgrades but not uber priced.SET circuits are simple/trans... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDan thanks for your comments.If your SET has high quality transformers and a stiff power supply you'll be in good shape. Those two areas make or break a SET amplifier. Which 300b tube are you using... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitDan,I enjoy reading your posts on this site.I`m interested in your impression of a 300b SET with your Tannoys. Opinions seem very split,either yes it`s a great match, or no,they need more p... posted about 13 years ago | View comment | |
SET bliss/Jazz Haven (In my home).Hi Brf,I received the EMLs 2 days ago but haven`t tried them yet.I would guess they`re similar although not identical to the AVVT given a partial shared lineage.I`ll find it hard to remove the ... posted about 13 years ago | View comment |