The SummitThank you, Raymonda. I feel I have nearly unobtainium performance at a very real-world price, plus the added enjoyment of using my spare time, doing something I love.Regards,Dan posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitCharles, I couldn't agree more. I just wish I was able to share what I hear daily with like-minded folk that appreciate good sound.I really do feel fortunate to be able live with this syste... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitSystem edited: I built a VH Audio Flavor 2 AC cord for use with the Transcendent Sound GG preamp. Not sure what has made the most difference, the Clarity Caps MR 450 output caps, the NOS Amperex 12... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Analog, digital and tubes.Just the kind of home-brewed system I like. Lots more fun that way.Congratulations, regards, and enjoy,Dan posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Brandy with your tunesI have a couple of other mats, a Funkfirm Acro-Mat, and a mat from Trans-Fi, which raises the LP from the platter on points.I always come back to the copper mat, although I must admit, I ha... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitCharles, right now the active is what's to my liking. There is a difference in presentation, the Grounded Grid seems a bit easier to listen to, and hear into the music.I think the passive, ... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitSystem edited: Yesterday, the Clarity Caps 1.0uf MR caps arrived, so I replaced the output caps in the Transcendent preamplifier, along with an additional set of RCA inputs. I don't know if these c... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Brandy with your tunesThough I'm unfamiliar with Shengya equipment, it looks well made, and at very reasonable prices. All of your gear is on the affordable side, yet it is all seemingly high performance, and attractive... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitSystem edited: I finished building the Transcendent Sound preamp. It sounds very nice, I'll probably do some cap and resistor upgrades at a later date. Using NOS Amperex 12AU7's, mil-spec silver ho... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Obsessed (Again)As an obsessed old fart myself (not that the first two descriptors pertain to you), welcome back to, as you stated, to this great hobby.It is rewarding on so many levels, and the extent of ... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitI was inspired by Harold-Not-The-Barrel's thread yesterday, to have a listen to my Acutex LPM M320 III STR again. I hadn't used it for several months, my two MC's were in rotation. A trip to the ha... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Wilsons, darTZeel, Vinyl and TubesHello Mikel,You really are richly endowed with fine audio gear. I see your involvement includes the finer points of analog playback, sure keeps things interesting doesn't it?I enjoy... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitSystem edited: Had a few days before my preamp project begins, so I decided to further refine the 401 plinth with much more sanding, and rounding of all corners. I like it better this way, I had be... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Magnepans and KHorns!I understand you are going to upgrade your turntable, but you didn't mention if you are going to keep the Dynavector 507 MK II.The XV-1S is a cartridge I have longed for, simply can't affor... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitI will, I'm looking forward to it. It should be educational to see the differences between my current transformer-based passive, and an active linestage which I haven't had for five years or more.<... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitJust ordered the Transcendent Grounded Grid preamp. Also, a Goldpoint stepped attenuator, and Bent Audio Remote Volume Control, Amperex E80CC (12AU7) tubes.It's time to build something.... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)New system pictures look great, they show what a very neat, well layed-out system you have. I'm with Al, Keifer looks very pleased with the new room, as well he should!Regards,Dan posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
PrimaryNice system, the Dyna XX2MKII must sound spectacular in the Graham arm. It's a good cartridge, and keeps me happy in a Dynavector 501 arm.Enjoy! Regards,Dan posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitSystem edited: Added First Watt M2 amp, deleted VAC PA 35.35, which has gone to a new home. New system photos added. posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitCharles,I don't think that's going to happen. I briefly hooked up the SET 300B for a listen, and again was astounded at the amount of musical information it provides.I need someday ... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitRight now, I seem to be getting more from listening to the M2, but it's certainly not a night/day kind of difference. The VAC can be compelling to listen to, and is, actually, but not to the degree... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitCharles, it's not quite on par with the SET regarding naturalness and presence. I haven't hooked the SET up since the M2 arrived, as I know for certain I will be keeping that amp.I can't ke... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
The SummitThe M2 is a very impressive sounding amplifier. It sounds a lot like the SET 300B, but with better bass and more detailed. HF's are beautiful, as well.Now I've got to decide what to do. I k... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)I'm in much the same situation, as far as equipment access is concerned. I live 100 miles from the nearest large city (Seattle), on an island, with no audio shops around. So, I've had to do all my ... posted about 12 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)I've enjoyed reading your audio history, we share a few similarities. At one time, I had Dynaudio Contor 5.4's, and really enjoyed them, but felt limited by their love of very powerful amplifiers.<... posted about 12 years ago | View comment |