... Hello: I am using the Dynaco ST 70 with the Counterpoint SA 3.1 (does not use MOSFETs) old Goodmans and Altec speakers, turntable, and reel to reel....
Hi there is a guy offered me a SA 3000. I wonder if it is better match with my Lowther speakers than SA 1000?? thanks ... told ... modification, ... comment? ...
Hello: I have never heard the 1000 or 3000, just the 3.1. This link may help you. http://www.altavistaaudio.com/Product_Guide.html#SA3000 Good luck. Vince...
This is tube rectified power supply but otherwise it may not be that different. But the SA-5000 is the one to REALLY look out for. That's quite a bit more...
I should like to buy a pair each of 12AX7's and 12AU7's. What are the good brands, where are the best shops in Hong Kong, and about how much will they cost? ...
For reference, Antique Electronic Supply here in Phoenix, AZ sells tested and guaranteed NOS ... www.tubesandmore.com 12AU7A RCA US$25.50 12AX7A RCA US$36.10 ...
Hi, ... This makes for a BIG difference IMHO. The PCM1732 is basically a PCM1716 in drags. It is one of the poorest sound and quality DAC chip's out there,...
hi T, I have modified a Shinco DV 310 which uses BB1744E, just get the signal from DAC, Buffered by 250 ohms resistor in serial with a Black gate, and a 3800pf...
Hi, ... I have been recommending this for that type/style of DAC (which BTW includes the DSD1702 used in the Consance SACD Player), including in my article on...
hi T, 20 years old multi-bit? I am thinking of getting an old Philips CD player to convert, but not sure which one. And the transport is definately junk...! I...
Hi, ... I would not recommend most of those because of age. especialltthe drives can no longer be serviced. ... The diecast metal swingarm Philips mechanism is...
Tks T for your insight and advise. I hv used LT 1028 and 1057 in it, and actually wanted to get the 1028 for my Citation 18's monitor amp whch is driving my...
T, ... The Pioneer DV525 that I have, and I thought you also did, will play almost any DVD or VCD that you throw at it. It does for me, but in your case it...
... Any idea which is the original price of the A-24T in HK? Is it sold in the USA? ... Maybe the A24 is THE one to modify. ... OK. We got the message. A24 for...
Hi, ... I have the 505, which has only one laser system and one servo/decofer IC (first generation DVD). The key advantage of these units for CD replay is that...
T, ... The first series of Pioneer players were easy to make zone-free and macrovision free. No need to change parts. Later Pioneer models are not so easy, and...
T, glad to hear your bit on the A10T, seems you know every model of this brand! Like to hear what you think is the sonic difference between CD replay of the...
... CD ... to ... adjusted ... Hi T Would that adjustment info be in the service manual perhaps , I have the service manuals (copies of) for the CD960 and...
Hi, ... The official adjustment procedure - yes. The one that I learned when servicing Philips based gear ages ago is NOT in the manual. Though even the...
I have just found some interesting tubes. It is branded as "Sonotone", with "Made in West Germany" on the tube. But the seller said they are Telefunkens, and...
As I envision this to be part "magazine", and as the HK classical newsgroup I usually participate in cannot be archived, I have decided that I am going to...
Hi Doc, I'm intended to go for a pair of vintage KT-66 amp, either Quad II (15W output) or Leak TL12.1 (12W output). Would like to seek advices on their...
Hi, I'm not the Doc, but here my views.... ... In my view and ears without second thought, the Quad. It is a much better sounding Amplifier, probably also...
Hi Ciao, Thanks for your valuable advice. But I always heard that Quad II is weak at its bass. Anything that can be done to improve ? With Quad II and Leak TL...
hi Alan, Quad II probably has a small power supply and should benifited from a slightly bigger power supply caps. I hope to try it out, but the original amp...
Hi, ... The Powersupply is just fine. ... It would likely alter the sound to the worse. ... Which is fine. ... I do not think this is recoomendable. It will...
hi T, I need to place a new caps any way, hope to try some thing similar but not sure which type of caps. FOr the moment, I am putting in a Rifa 22UF long...
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