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12-09-2026, 14:21

walpurgis started a thread Solid state rectifiers in valve amps? in Blank Canvas

I see many valve amps with valve rectifiers, but there are some about with solid state rectifiers. Are there arguments in favour either way? ...

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13-09-2026, 08:31

fiddlemaker started a thread Croft 25 Cathode Follower? in Blank Canvas

About 8 years ago, Glenn upgraded my Micro A preamp to 25RS spec, with a separate power supply box. We didn't discuss much technical detail - he just...

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12-09-2026, 07:01

mbic started a thread Photos in Private Exhibitions

Photo doesn’t upload.

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12-09-2026, 20:08

glenann started a thread Nottingham Analogue in Analogue Art

Hi all, I'm trying to decide which NA turntable to buy. There seems to be so many permutations. I'd appreciate any experience please. I'm...

6 replies | 164 view(s)

11-09-2026, 15:51

normmc started a thread Linlaitube 300b in Private Exhibitions

A pair of 300d valves as new not needed. Looking £75 plus post. Also 845 valves if any intrest not new. Send email for photo.

3 replies | 214 view(s)

12-09-2026, 15:12

hifinutt started a thread happy Rosh Hashanah in Abstract Chat

wishing all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah this weekend a very peaceful and happy time Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, and literally...

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Yesterday, 18:12

karma1967 started a thread For Sale ECC81, 12AT7, 6F8G, PCC88 and Compatible Valves in Private Exhibitions

Selling off all my valves, they were all bought NOS and have loads of hours left in them. Some are rare so please take a look. Collection is...

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10-09-2026, 12:26

worrasf started a thread Wanted: Origin Live ultra or Advanced DC power supply for Technics SL1210 in Private Exhibitions

As per title. Looking for an Origin Live power supply for my second SL 1210. I already have a Vantage PSU on my other one so looking to try...

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14-09-2026, 07:52

Floyddroid started a thread September 13th Progmeister Show in Musical Compositions

Here is a link to my latest show as a Podcast... https://progzilla.com/the-progmeister-progzilla-september-13th-26-show

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Today, 18:39

Marco replied to a thread Cool Old Kit You Never Heard Of in Past Masters

Not my thing at all... I like equipment that looks as if it should be in a science lab, and big wide speakers made of wood:) Marco.

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Today, 18:19

Idlewithnodrive replied to a thread Spinning Today - What Are You Listening To Right Now? (Part 4) in Musical Compositions

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Today, 18:01

Barry replied to a thread Cool Old Kit You Never Heard Of in Past Masters

OK for those that only have 5 CDs. :lol: The speakers look elegant though. There was a time when B&O gear was wrongly dismissed as 'Habitat...

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Today, 17:11

Marco replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Tonight's tea... Salmon poached in tinfoil with vegetables agrodolce, sprinkled with fresh coriander: Marco.

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Today, 16:19

Marco replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Iz yoo takin' da piss, boy?:lol: Marco. P.S Do you like prawns?

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Today, 16:16

Marco replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Cheers, mate. I do like a good toast, though:) Marco.

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Today, 15:57

Pigmy Pony replied to a thread Cool Old Kit You Never Heard Of in Past Masters

That does look pretty cool. My brother's ex-partner had one of these set ups. I never got to hear it though.

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Today, 15:41

Macca replied to a thread Cool Old Kit You Never Heard Of in Past Masters

NEC CD-803 (1982): https://www.thevintageknob.org/nec-CD-803.html Upright CD players are long overdue a comeback. Someone needs to tell the...

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Today, 15:41

Pigmy Pony replied to a thread Deaf Row! in The Gallery

I remember those Sonab speakers. I never heard any, and had no desire to. They would have to sound pretty special to justify those looks. They just...

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Today, 15:31

Pigmy Pony replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

And at least on a par with the beans on toast I had. Not just any beans on toast mind, but microwave-heated Branston beans on Ninja toaster-toasted...

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Today, 13:55

rmcin626 replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Very nice, far better than the ham and tomato toastie I had for lunch.

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Today, 13:47

Barry replied to a thread Deaf Row! in The Gallery

In my limited experience, omni-directional speakers are highly dependent on their surrounding environment. My only experience was with a Sonab...

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Today, 13:23

Macca replied to a thread Spinning Today - What Are You Listening To Right Now? (Part 4) in Musical Compositions

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Today, 12:48

Marco replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Today's lunch.... King prawn *Pil Pil with crusty bread: *Pil pil prawns, or gambas al pil pil, is a fast and famous Spanish tapas dish...

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Today, 12:42

Macca replied to a thread Spinning Today - What Are You Listening To Right Now? (Part 4) in Musical Compositions

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Today, 12:37

Marco replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Mango is one of my fav fruits:) Marco.

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Today, 11:51

Macca replied to a thread Deaf Row! in The Gallery

Not according to Darko: https://darko.audio/2026/09/no-diy-speakers-dont-offer-better-value-for-money/ Of course his job is industry promotion...

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Today, 11:06

southall-1998_mk2 replied to a thread Deaf Row! in The Gallery

Most modern speakers today are total rip-off. I can sort of understand why some people turn to DIY. S.

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Today, 10:47

walpurgis replied to a thread Deaf Row! in The Gallery

£500 probably doesn't buy anything special in the way of speakers these days Shane. I'm thinking the sound quality I'm getting might cost more. ...

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Today, 10:02

User211 replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Nope. We ate around 7pm. I debated whether it was worth posting given the earlier post on this, then gave way. This one was great, but the...

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Today, 09:41

Marco replied to a thread OK, What's For Lunch or Tea Today? II in Abstract Chat

Justers, did you eat that at the same time as you posted the pic? If so, it was a late tea!:) Marco.

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