Entry level tube systemHello, I wandered over from the forum (tube noise) and noticed you appear to have VTI racks. I have VTI and found that when I used Audioquest Big Feet Sorbogel under my preamp the leading edge hash... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyThanks Dave I am!!! posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyMe too!!! I chose them over the 2's and the 6's for various reasons one being they are a "classic" and will go down as one of Wilson's best all around models. posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyHi, it has been fast!!! And "heavenly" is an apt description. I'm still checking the amps out there are a few issues that hopefully aren't too serious! Each piece; Purist cables, Wilsons ... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Added Joule VZN-160 and Purist I/C's and S/C a move from hi-fi to hi-end!!!! posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyPut the Purists in this afternoon and right away they were fantastic!!!! Naturalness with detail, inner detail rosin detail wood soundbox detail guitar harmonic detail harpsichord strike detail pia... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyThe Atmosphere mono's use 800 watts a side continous a little more than I'm willing to deal with. The Joule's use 500 watts a side continuous, I can deal with that, I hope my house can!! They are g... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyThanks for the all the suggestions before I could check anything out! I had the opportunity to try an OTL amp so I took it and bought a Joule Electra VZN -160 MKlll Grand Marquis OTL!!! I figured i... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Thanks again!! If you try the sorbogel please post your results they should be interesting with a system as resolving as yours. posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Thank you!! I had heard the 10M was a premium CV-4004 so the difference was slight but your evaluation makes the 10M seem worth pursuing.The correct spelling is Sorbogel or Audioquest SorboGel ... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Serenity Now... (latest revision)Great system and wonderful room!!!! What do you find the difference is between the CV-4004 and the 10M? I am using Amperex 7308 White Label PQ Holland and Mullard CV-4004 in my Calypso and wonder a... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyI was considering Merlins but was afraid of my ability to get them set up "correctly". Another factor was the Sophia 1's were 45mins away and a pair of Sophia 2's were 20 mins away. After... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySns The Sofia 1 has changed my whole system, I thought the V-4's weren't detailed but it wasn't them!!! I was hot to change the V-4's "caps" but now I think I'll wait and listen to the AR... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: I think I'm in love with my therapist!! OK heavy like!!!! posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Moved from "Opinions Please" and changed name from "Getting Tubed". I think I'm in love with my therapist!!! OK, maybe just a heavy infatuation! posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Added Wilson Sophia 1's these are just amazing!!!! All those CD's I thought sucked don't!!!! Classical is .....it will make you tear up it's so beautiful!!! I'm shocked by how good t... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Added pic of the Quicksilver V-4's to the equipment list. posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Rolled Quicksilver V-4 back into system and am finding I like their warm tubey sound also. They aren't as detailed or dynamic as the VS 115 but have a relaxed listenability the ARC d... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapySystem edited: Just picked up my Hickok 539b from Roger Kennedy calibrated and digitally modded!! Much easier to "dial in" and more accurate! Put the Quicksilver V-4's back into the system and am f... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
CHECKMATEA very different problem!! posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Soundsgood2usI inserted the X-2 in the left channel and left the M5-HP in the right. The difference was huge! Standing 5' in front of the left speaker the channel sounded compressed into the speaker, the right ... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
Soundsgood2usThanks!!! I did use the X-2 filers first but I don't remember the change, it's been awhile. Monday I'll insert 1 X-2 filter and A-B the two and let you know my impressions. I'll be doing this with ... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
WATT-Puppy-Joule TherapyLuckiedevl,Thanks!!! I did use the X-2 filers first but I don't remember the change, it's been awhile. Monday I'll insert 1 X-2 filter and A-B the two and let you know my impressions. I'll be d... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
The Musical "Quest"Hi, you were correct about the sound stage snapping into place. I placed med hard egg crate foam in front of the flat screen and upholstery foam behind the system in front of the wood. The soundsta... posted over 17 years ago | View comment | |
CHECKMATENo!? Missed your meaning."Take the red tape off the floor it's a dead give away! "To your "audiophileish" meticulousness.Regards,Sam posted over 17 years ago | View comment |