Booboo's DenBooboobaer, Have you checkout KingSound King III w/VAC power supply? posted over 9 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI'm always hesitant to make comments this early on but based on what I'm hearing I cannot imagine anyone not loving these tubes.The sound stage opened up so much it sound... posted over 9 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI typed in search for the conusaudio site and looked at his 6H30 tubes. Are those pencil marks on the bottom mica?Maybe ask seller for tighter view or higher quality imag... posted over 9 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemGood news for me, I just received confirmation from Kevin at Upscale Audio that my four quads of KT150 tubes are out from cryo treatment. These are supposed to be perfectly match... posted over 9 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's Systemwhy not connect lower range of your speakers to the 4 ohm tab and mid-high to 8 ohm tab of your amplification.I recall either it was Ken from Cat when I owned my JL3's or... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
The Rhyno's DenMelbguy1, my solution is I bought both a SS and tube amp. They are more different than much superior to one another. Depending on my mood, weather (tubes to heat up the house in the winter), occasi... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
The Rhyno's DenThe Ref 150 won't have the really deep bass of your Boulder, however if you're running subs that won't be an issue. The only reservation i'd have is i'm not sure your ARC gear wi... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
VAC & FOCAL : 2-Channel w/Vinyl 2 com?Fplanner2000, I hope you don't sell the VAC SigMKIIa before RMAF. If I make it to RMAF, I'm reserving a seat to compare SigMKIIa to Statement. Statement is a MUST audition when I upgrade from SigMK... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
New Ad-VENTURE for BobMribob, It takes a SMART person to realize his limitations and seek advice when necessary. Congrats again on a fine system. posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI plan on replacing the 6H30 first, experimenting with Wing C, my favorite 6550 for Regulator and replacing the KT120 with new KT150.I will be rolling in sam... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
New Ad-VENTURE for Bobcomputer audio when done well is simple amazing, and love the ease of sitting on sofa with iPad and randomly searching my music.Keyword is done WELL. posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
VAC & FOCAL : 2-Channel w/Vinyl 2 com?Hifimaniac, I've only heard the statement at shows. Actually I'm trying to demo one in a controlled environment and compare to my SigMKIIa. I'm building a list of potential pre to upgrade.W... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
VAC & FOCAL : 2-Channel w/Vinyl 2 com?08-13-14: Fplanner2000It looks like my VAC Statement Line Stage has been completed, so it should be arriving within a few weeks.Congrats! Do you have spe... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemOn topic but not mentioned here. The crisis with Russia and Ukraine could escalate to where the USA blocks all imports from Russia. When and if that happens none of these tubes w... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Phil's SystemPhil, I have ~190 hours on my Ref 250 and have to agree with you, it's the best of both worlds, SS and tube. Compare to my SS amp, it has no grain, more 3D, SUPERIOR timbre and an airier bass (not ... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemAlbert, perhaps you can help me out with a question.My Ref 150 uses KT-120 tubes. I've bought matched tubes from Kevin, but there seems to be an issue when I adjust tube ... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Sunroom System05-24-13: P59teitelThanks for the compliments, Glen. The glass in the room does force me into the nearfield for listening. I don't do all that badly with reflections from the... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Phil's SystemThanks Phil. I will restraint myself from tweaks until amp is broken in ~500 hrs. I was advised these amps are very sensitive to quality power and high current PC. They will be going through a DEDI... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Phil's SystemI'm certainly open to it though - have any recommendations?Actually I'm seeking recommendations. I ordered ARC Ref250 w/KT120s several weeks ago after my so... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
I'm done (mostly)FYI, facing the back of preamp, the correct direction of HiFi Tuning Supreme fuse is left to right. In the other direction, sound like out of phase.Several members and I exchanged notes and... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Phil's SystemBeautiful system Phil ... I was wondering, have you tried upgrading the fuses in your ARC Ref 250? posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
I'm done (mostly)Congrats on your VAC SigMKIIa. I have the same pre and like to offer some suggestions.1. The pre runs very hot so have you consider getting open rack?2. The pre is very sensitive to tub... posted almost 10 years ago | View comment | |
Rockitman's SystemRockitman, When are you planning to demo Allnic L5000 DHT preamp? David Beetle is trying to convince me buying one so will be very interested in your results.I took my &quot... posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
Rockitman's SystemRockitman's SystemUnder Construction. :-)STILL Under Construction??? I bet the sign is never coming down. Right? :-) BIG DIG #2. LOL! posted over 10 years ago | View comment | |
Texas Heat with Apogees and TRL ampsGallant_diva, how about the amps? I THINK GT400 takes 20 Duelands so 40 for GT800?Paul said he will be visiting many TRL owners in TX. Probably easier for him to fly in than shipping the mo... posted over 10 years ago | View comment |