Out of ProductionA few new additions that have really solidified my 2ch system going to the next level.1. JWN custom stereo tube amplifier, push pull, tetrode mode. This is a 6AQ5 based tube amp good for 12... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionSystem edited: I've got my 2ch system at a place where music is so enjoyable. I have flexibility to go between a passive preamp and active tube amp and between chip, ICE-based, and tube amps. I'm g... posted over 14 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionI've finally reached a place of comfort knowing that my 2ch audio systems are light years better than when I first started pieceing things together. I've had the pleasure of trying many different c... posted almost 15 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionSystem edited: Just added a custom tube DAC. The tube DAC is a DIY that somebody clearly took great care in assembling with high grade parts, internal silver wiring, bypassing caps where possible, ... posted almost 15 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionSystem edited: A few new changes. I've changed out a number of my cables to Grover Huffman's new silver-carbon shielded cables: one new IC between the CDP and preamp, speaker cables with custom sil... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionHow quickliy things change. I love the Eico HF-81 but sold it for a couple of reasons: I hate using just the cheap Monster speaker cable that you're almost sure to be regulated to with the vintage ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemFor my Blu-Ray/HD-DVD player, I soldered in an Audio Magic Pulse Gen ZX. The BD/HD-DVD player didn't have a regular IEC, so that's why I went with the internal mod. It takes me about 10-15min to ge... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemHi Musicfile, I really like the Z-Der Blocks. They have added yet another improvement in the sound department. Clarity, details, air & space, and quiet/black background have all improved just a lit... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionI'll be busy over the next few months trying out a number of new cables and a couple of new components. I sold the Scott 222C and bought another Eico HF-81. I think it's pretty well known that the ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionSystem edited: A few minor changes to my 2ch set-up. First, is the insertion of the Creek OBH-12 passive preamp. I really wanted to be able to remotely control the volume when using my Scott 222C a... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionThanks Glen. It's really nice being able to switch up my 2ch set-ups. I love each combination and the differences that they bring. It's amazing how good some of the vintage audio gear sounds. Somet... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemFirst movie watched after these changes and tweaks was I, Robot on Blu-Ray. Definitely the best my HT has ever looked and sounded! I can't wait to watch more Blu-Ray and HD-DVD movies and concerts.... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemSystem edited: A few changes to the system, that hopefully take things to a new level. First, the entry-level Denon was replaced with a Sumsung duo Blu-Ray & HD-DVD combo player that uses the outst... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionI got a chance last week to listen to a fantastic set-up and the Conrad-Johnson HQ. While it was not completely finished and optimized, it did give me a point of reference as to what a true high-en... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemHi Ryder,Congrats! Please post some feedback after you get it connected to your system. If it's anything like when I connected my very custom and highly modified Audio Magic Matrix power co... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemHi Ryder,I bought my PS Audio UO with the Bybee's already inside, so I can't comment on the before and after. What I can tell you is that I'm very happy with it. It does a great job by doin... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionI've completely enjoyed my time with the H.H. Scott 222C. The sound is strong and authoritative across the entire spectrum. I'm a true convert to the world of tubes and am amazed at how something t... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionIt's been a month with the John Hogan 6sn7/76/300B SET in the system. I'm still amazed and blown away at how good music sounds with tubes, especially if you can use SET. Music just sounds so right,... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionCorrection, my John Hogan SET amp is a:6sn7/76/300BFrom what I know, the 76 and 27 are both IDHT tubes, so probably not much difference between the two. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionWhat a great place to be - I'm very happy with the way the system sounds. I've only listened to the Tube Technology and chip amp combination and find the sound to be musical with a wide soundstage,... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
A Long Journey!I'll come right out an say that I'm jealous. Very nice set-up, I bet it sounds outstanding. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Out of ProductionSystem edited: Updated with pictures. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemSystem edited: Updated pictures of the Man Cave. posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemGlenfihi - Thanks! I think it turned out pretty nice. I'm not sure if I would do the completely built-in again. It does create some limitations. However, for my current set-up, it does seem to work... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Man Cave 2 Channel & HT SystemSystem edited: All set and sounding great! I replaced the L/R IC's between the preamp and amp and the L/R speaker cables to Argent Audio Pursang S. posted over 16 years ago | View comment |