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brian2957
26-01-2018, 16:51
With a flashing blue light :uhho:
The Avantree class 1 bluetooth. Can go a fair distance and even though a wall. Touch screen, Adj vol, a passthrough and toslink in and out as well as 3.5mm.
. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171016/5770ffe2a7fa4462b2842604d01a484a.jpg
Got another of these for my birthday. A bit early but such is life at my age. Lol so trans and receive are both same long range rock solid and aptex low latency.
Sounds marvellous with telly on headphones
walpurgis
27-01-2018, 20:08
I don't actually know what that is or what it does. :)
Bluetooth transmitter or receiver for audio. Sends it wirelessly but not wifi. Not quite redbook but very close. Can easily use my cans on films now if I want it loud. Can use it with lots of things and has toslink etc. Touch screen etc and really good distances
Decided to go back to my m55 elliptical stylus. I just prefer it to the sas.
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Maybe I'm used to the original nos stylus. Lol
Was polishing up the jbe yesterday and took a few snaps.
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Still one of the prettiest decks around imv. Works well too
walpurgis
04-04-2018, 09:38
It does look the part Grant. :)
brian2957
04-04-2018, 09:53
Looks fantastic mate , job well done . You've been quiet on this thread lately :)
Hope to be over to yours soon to deliver a valve :)
jandl100
04-04-2018, 10:09
yep, very nice looking tt - it's a shame to put a record on it.
yup, this has been quiet. nothing much going on here audio wise. look forward to your visit brian.. seriously considering doing away with vinyl, as it gets little use these days. shame as its so good. need ali to fit some new pots in the psu unit. thats all thats wrong with it, and its surprisingly clean.
Was polishing up the jbe yesterday and took a few snaps.
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Still one of the prettiest decks around imv. Works well too
Hmmm, looks like your Indian spice cupboard needs refilling . . .
hornucopia
06-04-2018, 19:41
Everything has its time? I came to same conclusion, after the LPs had sat here untouched for (at least) 10 years! They went to a friend withRecord shop (his pension?) followed by my 'Custom' Rock +Merlin. The CDs only get played in the car......I think of them as 'Hard copy/Reserve' in case the HDD fails! Though I haven't ventured into Blu-tooth etc, so need to catch up?
yup, this has been quiet. nothing much going on here audio wise. look forward to your visit brian.. seriously considering doing away with vinyl, as it gets little use these days. shame as its so good. need ali to fit some new pots in the psu unit. thats all thats wrong with it, and its surprisingly clean.
remember that deck... very pretty
hornucopia
07-04-2018, 12:41
remember that deck... very pretty
Yes. When I bought it, I thought "Why does all hi-fi have to be boring black boxes?". So I got a spray-painter friend to (literally!) give it some sparkle! He added the decoration himself. Max T liked it when I showed him.
It's still somewhere in our community.
I've only got 3 LPs left. 'The original cover 'Catch a fire' by Bob Marley ('Zippo' cover!)Being left in my will to a friend.
Santana's triple album, 'Lotus' that unfolds and unfolds across the room!
John + Yoko 'Wedding Album' -apparently worth a lot.
And.......a Julio Iglesias picture disc!!
Ive reduced my vinyl collection a fair amount but what I have left is nice stuff and will only sell if I got out of vinyl or was desperate
Some shots of a clear vinyl on deck... looks great.
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Pepperamip
11-04-2018, 15:20
Enough to trip you out there Grant, I wouldn't fancy putting one of them whilst half cut, some damage could be done there.
A very nice system btw bet it sounds as good as good as it looks!
Lol. Hope not
Just been trying out my new tonearm set tool. Works really well with the geodisc. Gets it spot on. The trouble with geo is following the raised line all the way bang on to centre of the tonearm base pivot. This makes it a breeze.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180411/00bf5939daded2667f473ab48e8704f3.jpg
PS. I was a little out before using my eye alone.
walpurgis
11-04-2018, 16:57
Not seen those before Grant.
Not seen those before Grant.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mobile-Fidelity-Geo-Disc-Cartridge-Alignment-black/dp/B003WXLG2I
Mobile Fidelity geodisc.. been around for an age...
and A laser level that was suitable, along with a little blue tac to sit on the bar and shine the laser low enough to hit the bits I wanted.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B06XHVXPSJ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I had a big laser but it didnt really suit this application so tried this.. its nigh on perfect.
That setup technique worked well.. its sounding very good at moment through the AT cans.
Some salvaged rogers banana sockets. Give them a quick clean later and into my spares box. Quite decent. Stripped down speaker cabs and gave to mate for a furniture job. Kept the xover s too.
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Had a speaker failure today. Managed to get to bottom of it. A crimped wire gave up its grip. So fixed it as also one of feet was loose so did that.
Also did the dac mod to put vc into circuit and fitted one of jerrys valves. The tesla. All sounds rather good and I have better control.
Is it better in? Don't know yet but I have control over 3 Amps and 4 speakers with one vc now so much easier
Tidied the setup and readjusted speaker angles
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180418/2b40acc37043a3c55a30930dc8687328.jpg
And for b&w lovers
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brian2957
18-04-2018, 17:54
Looking good Grant . How's it all sounding ?
Really good mate. Lying in bed now after that job. I'm bloody useless lol
brian2957
18-04-2018, 18:19
Really good mate. Lying in bed now after that job. I'm bloody useless lol
Mmm...think I would have to lie down too ;)
Mmm...think I would have to lie down too ;)
nice of you to pop in and fit the WE valve to the dac mate. will leave it in for a while then revert to the others and get a grip on if its better etc... spent all evening in bed lol.. did too much yesterday.:)
brian2957
26-04-2018, 09:08
No prob Grant . I look forward to your feedback .
Got this little thing today. Quite cool stylus gauge
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Touch screen too. Lol
walpurgis
26-04-2018, 16:53
Not seen one before Grant. Looks neat.
Not seen one before Grant. Looks neat.
Pic was a bit dull at top. Ive adjusted it
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Seems ok so far. Apparently can go to 200 gm with sensitivity of 100th of gram
walpurgis
26-04-2018, 17:22
Got any carts that track at 200 grams? :D
It's for jewellery but also carts etc Can put a container on and remove its weight etc. Thought I would use it as back up checking with my other one
Pic was a bit dull at top. Ive adjusted it
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Seems ok so far. Apparently can go to 200 gm with sensitivity of 100th of gram
Dont tell the Rozzers!
Ive been getting on quite well with the western electric valve with 2 dampers, fitted to me dac. :) its a refined , although slightly lower output to the Tesla, which I also like. think the we is slightly better all round, but could live with mr tesla;)
Got my b&o sp1 set up.
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Laser accuracy. Lol
Set tracking to a bit under 2 gm and off we jolly we'll go
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Pretty cart this from 1959. A true classic. Fitted to a Stanton headshell it was heavier than my counterweight so had to add my magnetic addon.
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Put John Martin on for test purposes. Nice recording this
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walpurgis
07-06-2018, 10:02
I'd expect that to work well in the SME Grant.
Sounds very good Geoff. Nicely balanced and a decent clearance from cart to record.
You don't see it here but it's good
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Quite a mc sound to it. Sophisticated
walpurgis
07-06-2018, 10:15
Result! :thumbsup:
might be slighly tailend down but its not much. Tony from the mafia will be glad to hear Mr Martyn is sounding better than normal:D
Some higher rez pics of cart
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Yo Yo Ma sounds great[emoji3]
Quoted specification for the SP1 is 2.0 - 4.0g VTF and 25deg VTA. If it were me, I would add 0.5g to your VTF.
Also, be aware that the effective tip mass for the SP1 is 2.6mg! Anything greater than 1mg will almost certainly damage the inner grooves, so I wouldn't use the cartridge to play your most treasured records.
Quoted specification for the SP1 is 2.0 - 4.0g VTF and 25deg VTA. If it were me, I would add 0.5g to your VTF.
Also, be aware that the effective tip mass for the SP1 is 2.6mg! Anything greater than 1mg will almost certainly damage the inner grooves, so I wouldn't use the cartridge to play your most treasured records.
its set at 1.95 gm barry. certainly sounds very clear and engaging . output is a little lower, but not much. it has a nos stylus 15 micron in it with little time on it..
Rpi dug out of its cubby and back running
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Used a battery for power. It's a. Imuto 20,000mAh and very good sonically. 5v of course. I have an adaptor on the power lead going it with a rocker switch so I don't have to disconnect when not in use and there is a USB fly lead there for charging in situ.
On my phono stage I also use a battery. 12v Anker
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These were used with Beresford stuff often. I got it second hand and it was a great buy making big improvements sonically
Quoted specification for the SP1 is 2.0 - 4.0g VTF and 25deg VTA. If it were me, I would add 0.5g to your VTF.
Also, be aware that the effective tip mass for the SP1 is 2.6mg! Anything greater than 1mg will almost certainly damage the inner grooves, so I wouldn't use the cartridge to play your most treasured records.
after some checking it seems this is a sp1 version 2. has some modifications done around 1962. has 47k ohm load etc..
Like your new B&O cartridge, daftee. Like Barry, I've also always rated them. A question for Barry (unless you know): were the cartridges actually made by B&O, or did someone else make them to their spec, such as Ortofon?
I've always wondered that, as whenever I hear one of those B&Os, it rather reminds me of an SPU!:)
Marco.
Like your new B&O cartridge, daftee. Like Barry, I've also always rated them. A question for Barry (unless you know): were the cartridges actually made by B&O, or did someone else make them to their spec, such as Ortofon?
I've always wondered that, as whenever I hear one of those B&Os, it rather reminds me of an SPU!:)
Marco.
yup, they do. not sure but thought they originally made them themselves, but barry may know better
walpurgis
08-06-2018, 09:12
I'm also pretty sure B&O made their own carts. They were (and are?) a very independant company and I think it was a matter of principle that they made every item themselves.
Fair enough, if that's the case. It's just that some of them, such as the one Grant's got, share many sonic traits with SPUs... They both have that 'rich, effortless musicality', which is also found in the DL-103 - cartridges made for music lovers, rather than hi-fi freaks!;)
Marco.
interesting they are both danish, so maybe there was some interaction between the 2 companies
My gut feeling tells me it's likely, in some small shape or form (or otherwise), even if it hasn't been documented or officially recognised, but I have no way of proving it. Regardless, hold onto that cart, mate, as it's quality. Look forward to hearing it when I come up:)
Marco.
Beobloke
08-06-2018, 09:52
B&O made all their own cartridges in-house and had no connection with Ortofon (other than being Danish!).
The SP1 pre-dates him but their main turntable engineer in the 1960s and 70s was Subir Pramanik, who invented the stylus profile that bears his name.
B&O made all their own cartridges in-house and had no connection with Ortofon (other than being Danish!).
Must be how Danish cartridges back then were voiced!;)
Seriously though, if you've ever compared an SP1 with an SPU, you'll hear the sonic similarities.
Marco.
might be ortofon copied the house sound of b&o at time. :D
might be slighly tailend down but its not much. Tony from the mafia will be glad to hear Mr Martyn is sounding better than normal:DDon't get him started [emoji23]
Don't get him started [emoji23]
:ner:
Quoted specification for the SP1 is 2.0 - 4.0g VTF and 25deg VTA. If it were me, I would add 0.5g to your VTF.
Also, be aware that the effective tip mass for the SP1 is 2.6mg! Anything greater than 1mg will almost certainly damage the inner grooves, so I wouldn't use the cartridge to play your most treasured records.
decided to up the vtf by 0.25gm to 2.25gm will give that a few plays to see if there is any difference.
Like your new B&O cartridge, daftee. Like Barry, I've also always rated them. A question for Barry (unless you know): were the cartridges actually made by B&O, or did someone else make them to their spec, such as Ortofon?
I've always wondered that, as whenever I hear one of those B&Os, it rather reminds me of an SPU!:)
Marco.
There is no connection, apart from both being Danish companies. The fixed-coil generator of the Ortofon cartridges used a principle called "variable magnetic shunt", whereby the motion of the stylus modulates the reluctance of the magnetic 'circuit', and hence the flux threading the fixed coils. B&O cartridges also modulate the magnetic reluctance, but by different mechanical means: best classified as 'moving iron'.
It's been a long time since I gave my B&O SP6 a spin, so cannot really comment on how the sound compares with that of an SPU, or any of the early Ortofon cartridges (such as the SL15E or the S15TE (with integral transformer)).
very pleased with this b&o cart. a rare commodity of mm, high output and silky smooth yet detailed. bit of a bargain imo.
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walpurgis
20-06-2018, 13:59
How does it compare to an 'upgraded' M55E?
How does it compare to an 'upgraded' M55E?
better imv. very mc like tbh. quiet tracker too
walpurgis
20-06-2018, 14:09
better imv. very mc like tbh. quiet tracker too
Hmm. I find the ADC's like that. Better than many MC's in the mid/top actually. Bugger to sort the VTA on for quiet tracking though. :)
i say mm but its really a mi. ive got an adc xlm too. this is better than that too
walpurgis
20-06-2018, 14:19
Moving iron, moving armature, induced magnet..........variations on a theme! :)
Which XLM? I've heard a lot of difference between the XLM III, XLM II and XLM I. The VLM's don't compete.
Never got my mits on a ZLM, but I'd like to.
There are very few cartridges which are truly 'moving magnet'. Most are either induced magnet (e.g. ADCs), moving iron (e.g. B&O and Decca) or variable reluctance (e.g Ortofon). To be pedantic, such cartridge should be referred to as "fixed coil" in order to distinguish them from "moving coil" designs; but the term MM is a convenient portmanteau term, and one which is now well established in the audio lexicon.
Moving iron, moving armature, induced magnet..........variations on a theme! :)
Which XLM? I've heard a lot of difference between the XLM III, XLM II and XLM I. The VLM's don't compete.
Never got my mits on a ZLM, but I'd like to.
xlm integra 1 i think. although ive had to put a 2 stylus on it.. fits fine and the 2 many say was the better.
walpurgis
20-06-2018, 15:00
the 2 many say was the better.
The 'II' is better than the 'I'. The 'III' is better still if you can find one. Damn rare now with original stylus. On a par with the 10E Mk.IV soundwise.
had my magnifier out :lol:
first is my m55e nos tip...still looks new
https://imageshack.com/a/img924/7754/GnmPcY.png
it has a hair wrapped around the base but it wont shift.
now my adc xlm 2 which is new...
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and the at10(i think) which looks pretty new too
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got this from nigel a while back.
also found a new at95e stylus
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not done the b&o as its on the arm/ nice to know they are ok. my m55 sas tip under microscope is goosed as i feared. many £ down the tubes:rolleyes:
There is no connection, apart from both being Danish companies. The fixed-coil generator of the Ortofon cartridges used a principle called "variable magnetic shunt", whereby the motion of the stylus modulates the reluctance of the magnetic 'circuit', and hence the flux threading the fixed coils. B&O cartridges also modulate the magnetic reluctance, but by different mechanical means: best classified as 'moving iron'.
It's been a long time since I gave my B&O SP6 a spin, so cannot really comment on how the sound compares with that of an SPU, or any of the early Ortofon cartridges (such as the SL15E or the S15TE (with integral transformer)).
It would be possible for two companies in close proximity to share some employees. People who once worked for one are now employed by the other. Not an official connection, but sharing talent can have certain consequences?
Russell
it has a hair wrapped around the base but it wont shift.
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Looks like a cooter hair to me? [emoji23] have you been playing the Barry White again?[emoji2]
Russ
Looks like a cooter hair to me? [emoji23] have you been playing the Barry White again?[emoji2]
Russ
lol.... it looks to be synthetic to me.
It would be possible for two companies in close proximity to share some employees. People who once worked for one are now employed by the other. Not an official connection, but sharing talent can have certain consequences?
Russell
It's possible, but Struer (where B&O are based) is 360km from Copenhagen (where Ortofon are based).
lol.... it looks to be synthetic to me.
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.tvsquad.com/media/2011/04/colbert3.jpg
walpurgis
03-07-2018, 17:41
I'd swear that was my auntie Daph!
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.tvsquad.com/media/2011/04/colbert3.jpg
Damn that’s funny!
Russ
total filth......:mental:
where do you buy these?
Well my postmans been too [emoji38]
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''Tis a bullseye level for tt
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Quite a big 60+mm and metal housed Nice bit of kit
Canetoad
08-07-2018, 09:37
It's possible, but Struer (where B&O are based) is 360km from Copenhagen (where Ortofon are based).
Damn! What are you doing with my girlfriend?
My visitor adjusted my vta for me on Sat, so after resetting vtf and antiskate its now running a bit better. Also reset vtf to 2 gm as 2.25 didnt sound as good.(sorry Barry[emoji3])
A few arty pics now this morning as i listen to it
(Sure you can tell whats on)
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Sounding very good, and micro detail is super ...(always wanted to say that[emoji23])
walpurgis
09-07-2018, 10:47
Looks good Grant. :)
Spectral Morn
09-07-2018, 15:30
Looks good Grant. :)
+1
Well my postmans been too [emoji38]
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/2c4f244c8b6950d8f00e0cf71859ffb6.jpg
''Tis a bullseye level for tt
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Quite a big 60+mm and metal housed Nice bit of kit
I have one, and it's very sensitive and accurate. Just check that you get the same reading with the spirit level rotated to four positions (north, east, south and west); that way you can be assured the bubble is set accurately within the housing.
Damn! What are you doing with my girlfriend?
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jandl100
11-07-2018, 07:00
Grant
What do you think of the ADC XLM2 compared to the XLM1 you got from me?
I have one, and it's very sensitive and accurate. Just check that you get the same reading with the spirit level rotated to four positions (north, east, south and west); that way you can be assured the bubble is set accurately within the housing.
Yup it's very accurate Barry
Grant
What do you think of the ADC XLM2 compared to the XLM1 you got from me?
Jerry, Ive not tried it with the xlm2 stylus on yet. Was about to when the b&o appeared. Lol
I had the ADC XLM mk2 improved Grant. Its a nice cartridge with plenty of balls.
I liked it in its xlm1 form but I fell and took out 2 carts. This and the sas m55. An expensive trip to ground. Doh
brian2957
11-07-2018, 13:31
Thought you had given up on the vinyl mate :)
Thought you had given up on the vinyl mate :)
https://youtu.be/UPw-3e_pzqU
brian2957
11-07-2018, 13:43
:D
Thought you had given up on the vinyl mate :)
I have, mate. Well I haven't In real terms. Lol. Sort of still got it and sounding better with new cart
brian2957
11-07-2018, 14:44
So you've sort of sort of given it up then :lol:
So you've sort of sort of given it up then [emoji38]Almost definitely maybe, perhaps [emoji23]
So you've sort of sort of given it up then :lol:
seriously considering the possibility of thinking about it mate;)
brian2957
11-07-2018, 15:45
Have to pay you a visit soon mate :)
Have to pay you a visit soon mate :)
Be good to hear from u. You've been quiet of late
brian2957
11-07-2018, 17:51
Nightshift mate . Doesn't agree with me :rolleyes:
Ah. Dreaded permanent night shift.
Nightshift mate . Doesn't agree with me :rolleyes:
I keep tellin’ ya.... :doh:
brian2957
11-07-2018, 20:01
I know .. I know :rolleyes:
Constant nightwork will destroy ya my man. I did it for 6 months. Never again
hornucopia
12-07-2018, 09:55
But starting at 6.30 does it too!
Maybe it's just having to work......
Worked back shift too and splits. Your right if it's the wrong job it's all shit
Well my postmans been too [emoji38]
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''Tis a bullseye level for tt
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https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/ed55b9041dfef963fc36f1839af0afd2.jpg
Quite a big 60+mm and metal housed Nice bit of kit
Back in the day, my old record player did not have adjustable feet, so I used a deck of old playing cards that was missing a few, and use them for shims to level the ‘table. The floor was fairly uneven in my old house, and I used a lot of cards to level it. And it worked well too! Stayed level for 20 years.
Russell
Back in the day, my old record player did not have adjustable feet, so I used a deck of old playing cards that was missing a few, and use them for shims to level the ‘table. The floor was fairly uneven in my old house, and I used a lot of cards to level it. And it worked well too! Stayed level for 20 years.
Russell
Some of the feet don't adjust so well or not at all now due to age and repairs. They are I think micro seiki ones and they fall apart and need a spot of glue to fix. So I did similar and used thin rubber shims. Feet still isolate well enough tho
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2 OLD PICS.. the thorens tt in second with a mc25fl on a carbon headshell.. lots of old goodies in first one.
I remember having that Atoll power amp for a while, rather good as I recall.
Be good to hear from u. You've been quiet of late
He has hasn’t he?
Nightshifts a game for the Young... :)
I remember having that Atoll power amp for a while, rather good as I recall.
was a decent amp... french.
He has hasn’t he?
Nightshifts a game for the Young... :)
yup. soon to be back on days i think. you'll have to get over and hear my new digital.... before im passed it ... and one more spin on the tt with new cart
yup. soon to be back on days i think. you'll have to get over and hear my new digital.... before im passed it ... and one more spin on the tt with new cart
You passin’ soon like? :)
But aye...I hear you.
Many more spins I’d hope?
You passin’ soon like? :)
But aye...I hear you.
Many more spins I’d hope?
was gonna say, i hope so, but not sure its true. anyway, i think i may sell my vinyl. i need the money. Just got to bring my self to it...not easy to let go
This is a screen shot from Audirvana 3 plus.(beta)
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It sounds great...
Not much been happening here i have to say...just amazed every time i listen, how good it sounds... keep wondering if i could improve it much but the answer is, unlikely unless i bleed cash into it.
Maybe i am finished...:)
PS, dont miss my great vinyl sale :eyebrows:
brian2957
08-11-2018, 18:22
Good to see you posting here buddy . Keep meaning to get over then something else gets in the way :rolleyes:
I will have to make a effort , haven't been over for a while :)
Good to see you posting here buddy . Keep meaning to get over then something else gets in the way :rolleyes:
I will have to make a effort , haven't been over for a while :)
aye not seen you or the lads for some time.... get my new motor in a few weeks so will be more mobile hopefully
brian2957
08-11-2018, 19:39
aye not seen you or the lads for some time.... get my new motor in a few weeks so will be more mobile hopefully
OK...You have PM mate
Slight change to system
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Invested in a set of Nuraphone headphones which are wireless and hd thus I added a hd Bluetooth unit to both my pc and my turntable
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181223/aa20dea21ba91aa6df919b858815e543.jpgavantree leaf
And to tt, an avantree oasis plus
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To allow for easy switching for tt from Bluetooth to back in system I put my excellent Stan Beresford switchbox back in service.
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Headphones are incredible really and look like this
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Look like an instrument of torture but you soon get used to them and are very clever adjusting to your hearing ability and also have 3 sizes of buds to suit different sized lugs.
Happy xmas bunny bar the pain I'm in. Such is life I guess
Slight change to system
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181223/9c3c2eb8cbf5cd0fd9e430998b6e2dce.jpgs
There's a fair bit of paraphernalia there just to make music come out of something. What does the wristwatch do?
There's a fair bit of paraphernalia there just to make music come out of something. What does the wristwatch do?
homemade reclocker mate:D
homemade reclocker mate:D
Lol, analogue too!
not actually tried it with the switch box in place but no reason it will be any different. also connected up the sacd analogue out of the Oppo 103D to switchbox, which will allow cds etc to be transmit as well. they are the only things that go through it. the rest of my system remains via the xs pre/dac.
Thought I would revisit my homemade speaker builds..
8" Fane full range. I was very pleased with how these came out..
https://imageshack.com/a/img673/6971/aysfr1.jpghttps://imageshack.com/a/img909/6053/kHDtw2.jpg badges for these were from the usa
Rola Celestion 12" full range
https://imageshack.com/a/img910/2947/yRzKud.jpg https://imageshack.com/a/img912/5483/eq2Hmx.jpg https://imageshack.com/a/img905/6623/awtN7u.jpg https://imageshack.com/a/img908/7480/FAQsjO.jpg A member here(ynwan) made the metal nameplates
my first pair of Telefunkens(single driver)
https://imageshack.com/a/img924/3563/t7jZBp.jpg https://imageshack.com/a/img905/5185/fbpKEC.jpg https://imageshack.com/a/img911/4205/KSviXB.jpg badges for these were again from the USA
Telefunken double drivers(my current speakers)
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https://imageshack.com/a/img923/9017/IPwvS4.jpg https://imageshack.com/a/img923/1636/ZeJagx.jpg badges for these were from the Ukraine
my ditton 130's here..
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got nice dome tweeters in these and quite a good speaker all in. could do with a tidy; if im ever up to it i will
my lovely old Ferrograph amp i refurbed too...
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It into my big Celestions which are sitting on my queen Anne cases.
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brian2957
27-12-2018, 15:02
Looking good mate . You having a play with your extensive collection of speakers . :)
Looking good mate . You having a play with your extensive collection of speakers . :)
just refreshing my memory of the jobs ive done Brian. wish i could still be doing them; was great fun:eyebrows:
brian2957
27-12-2018, 15:10
Aye , some good work there mate .
walpurgis
27-12-2018, 15:26
I'd expect that F307 to work nicely into the big Celestions Grant. The tweeters in the Ditton 130's look rather similar to those used in Sony branded speakers back then.
I'd expect that F307 to work nicely into the big Celestions Grant. The tweeters in the Ditton 130's look rather similar to those used in Sony branded speakers back then.
they are HF 1001 dome tweeters. the drivers are 205mm long throw woofers.
different sound from 70's Celestion (Ditton 15, 44, etc), more precise, with great imaging.
The crossover was computer optimized.
The original version Celestion 130 are also far harder to find for sale than 15, 33 or 44... why sell something that sounds truly great,
for little money?
Celestion description:
"An excellent base for a true high fidelity system, but at a low price - The New Review
On both sides of the Atlantic, the critics were not wrong.
Awarding their laurels, they all mentioned the surprising price performance of the Ditton 130.
Designed for owners of medium power (up to 50 watts) amplifiers,
the Ditton 130 is equipped with an HF 1001 tweeter and a long throw 205mm woofer.
Again, laser analysis of the drivers allowed gains in efficiency and definition.
The Ditton 130 is also better sited on the shelves of a library than placed on the ground"
* MADE IN ENGLAND
* 2-way 2-driver loudspeaker system
* 8 Ohms, 87dB sensitivity
* 60Hz to 20kHz, almost flat response (+/-3dB), -6dB at 48 Hz, -12 dB at 35 Hz
* Recommended Amplifier: 10 to 50W
* Normal listening level: 1 Watt output
* All drivers made by Celestion in-house
* 8" woofer with rubber surround
* 1st order x-over, for minimal phase shift, minimal distortion
* Superb 1" HF 1001 soft dome steel net protected tweeter
* 48.5 x 25 x 24 cm at 9.4 KG each
hornucopia
27-12-2018, 15:57
Reminding me how I got 'into' hi-fi.
My Father made up a stereo by Heathkit - Amp, tuner, turntable, cabinet, plus speakers. (The electronics came as parts, of course.)
At 6th form i put together a stereo in spare time in woodwork shop. With NO idea about sound baffles etc., in speakers!
Used a 13 X 8 concentric unit in a big box (X2) and bought two amp strips from an electronic shop near Mersey tunnel (valves!)
Since then I've made a couple of speakers more recently, including my Polystyrene Zigmahornets (pic) and some PAWO 'horns'.
I owned Klipschorns for 20 years and often fancied making a set myself, but have had no useable corners in our house! (Windows/doors etc..)
My current set-up is partly hand-made, though not by me. Pass F3 amp from Dave Hewitt (RIP this site).
LDR Pre by Richard (Awkward by design).
Ocellia speakers, though 'commercial' use their own-made ply plus hand-crafted PHY units.
Even the PS1 I use for occasional CD play is seriously messed with!
Chris
loved those speakers in pic 4. were on sale hear i think or a similar pair
Nice to see those big speakers again Grant, they sounded great.
Nice to see those big speakers again Grant, they sounded great.Which ones mate?
Cleared some space to put a laptop over beside stereo, and control it via IPad or mouse. Ethernet to one of my RPI's and sounds great. not loud, just background mood music, but you can hear it in other rooms, such is clarity.
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some further work done on this sad excuse of a cab lol. I am not going to over re juvinate it. these are old cabs and should show a life to my mind. just making them well again. coming up ok though. reasonably pleased and the baffle has been sanded and repairs made
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sheds. disaster area
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a bit more little but ness jobs done... Proper mounting bolts fitted flush and glued. the 2 tiny holes in speaker edge glued and colour blended. then binding posts and cable fitted to back.
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coming along :)
Very close now..but getting tired and sore so will leave the rest til tomorrow or so
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anytime Brian
Better photos now.
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sounding very good indeed...not bad for an old duffer
some of my first Telefunken build. I really enjoyed this one as the cabs were destroyed; surprisingly i got them looking ok and sounding decent
brian2957
08-01-2019, 17:42
not bad for an old duffer
You talking about the speakers Grant or....
Bti chilly for the shed isn't it :uhho:
Having witnessed some of your work first hand .. you've definetely got some skill with restoring the old gear :)
Some Hi Res pics of the new girls on the block :)
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]http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/905/awtN7u.jpg
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Wharfedale boxes and Celestion full range drivers.
Thanks Martin..lol
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Thats that one finished for now. Just the driver to fit and tube to tune
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Nice tidy work as always Grant :)
Its been cold n drizzly
Today but managed between wet bits to trolley it in.
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Onceci recover I will try it out...maybe
these were the big celestion rolas. Nice speakers these. scared the neighbours with them:eyebrows:
some further work done on this sad excuse of a cab lol. I am not going to over re juvinate it. these are old cabs and should show a life to my mind. just making them well again. coming up ok though. reasonably pleased and the baffle has been sanded and repairs made
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/18/a77e4121c6a7c96f4a41ce606c74ead2.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/18/99972af810af323f3089555755e1d94d.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/18/16803a8e2213f2d15b11cebc364b8a15.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/18/f63733fab385c6d76f442a84c9124fff.jpg
sheds. disaster area
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/18/1210f8f271ea9eb560f6b221555ac6a2.jpg
a bit more little but ness jobs done... Proper mounting bolts fitted flush and glued. the 2 tiny holes in speaker edge glued and colour blended. then binding posts and cable fitted to back.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/19/a5a5c88e245b048f1ea8accd67a34256.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/19/a597e2c3e55ae4db2a29d55d337ac327.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/19/1181a49cefa2d0afd07efc8c39cca32d.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/07/19/4a681079e5fbe9ebd02ea2e5a3f69d2d.jpg
coming along :)
Very close now..but getting tired and sore so will leave the rest til tomorrow or so
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anytime Brian
Better photos now.
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sounding very good indeed...not bad for an old duffer
Some Hi Res pics of the new girls on the block :)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/912/eq2Hmx.jpg
]http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/905/awtN7u.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/538/I3mMD9.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/537/lZWwmJ.jpg
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/903/YP2W1U.jpg
Wharfedale boxes and Celestion full range drivers.
Thanks Martin..lol
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/24/348c19263caf5e8b3a0019ce9c40acca.jpg
Thats that one finished for now. Just the driver to fit and tube to tune
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/18/14fa04ed5ec57d17646ed7c3090fee5d.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/18/3a2fce7b6e521782d2d29d12bfaee44c.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/18/e53e1344b3cbf224e34d833b37eb362a.jpg
Nice tidy work as always Grant :)
Its been cold n drizzly
Today but managed between wet bits to trolley it in.
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/24/6271c9274e653904e2ffc07d58357be5.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/09/24/95824e8cad00177962fdc4999f23f677.jpg
Onceci recover I will try it out...maybe
not bad for an old duffer
You talking about the speakers Grant or....
Bti chilly for the shed isn't it :uhho:
Having witnessed some of your work first hand .. you've definetely got some skill with restoring the old gear :)
just reminiscing Brian.
brian2957
08-01-2019, 17:51
just reminiscing Brian.
Ah...thought you'd had a new lease of life there :)
Ah...thought you'd had a new lease of life there :)
I wish i could mate. Loved doing them; alas im bloody useless now
Ive got a new toy winging its way to me:eyebrows:
Ive got a new toy winging its way to me:eyebrows:
Toys can be game changers! :eyebrows:
jandl100
08-01-2019, 19:24
Not so useless after all ;) :lol:
Toys can be game changers! :eyebrows:Can but hope Ed
Not so useless after all ;) [emoji38]Yes I can [emoji23]
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Frazeur1
10-01-2019, 11:56
Nice, are we going to get one of those cool unboxing videos Grant? Haha, have fun sir! Merry Christmas a little late, better late than never!
out of puff getting it onto sofa :doh: heavy box for size.
Frazeur1
10-01-2019, 12:06
If I was just a tiny bit closer to you, I would give you a hand, not quite "around the corner" though!
WESTLOWER
10-01-2019, 12:13
January santa arrived in big brown vanhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190110/5a717b4d4ff0e1c77a21cc132c34c8c1.jpg
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ooohhh! hifi box....:popcorn::popcorn::popcorn::popcorn::popcor n::popcorn:
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I know what you did :lol:
jandl100
10-01-2019, 12:49
Quad?
Wow, must be one of these! :thumbsup:
https://www.funbikes.co.uk/upload/temp/99666c98-7fdc-4fc2-8f5a-63bc5bba84c9_pad_600x600.jpg
One of these from our Hifi Dave.
It has loads of options on it including being used as a pre. Decent specced dac and headphone amp. Oh and HD Bluetooth t'boot. 45watts into 8 ohms. Motorised alps pot. Remotes is small but metal. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190110/1bfe666d81a778a1ad7d97514ef12ad2.jpg
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Happy new amp day Grant :thumbsup:
One of these from our Hifi Dave.
It has loads of options on it including being used as a pre. Decent specced dac and headphone amp. Oh and HD Bluetooth t'boot. 45watts into 8 ohms. Motorised alps pot. Remotes is small but metal. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190110/1bfe666d81a778a1ad7d97514ef12ad2.jpg
Sent from my G8341 using TapatalkPerfect, should go well in your setup.
A heavy beast this for size. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190110/4a09e6cff34f5cbd14d2cb93f80a0915.jpg
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One of these from our Hifi Dave.
It has loads of options on it including being used as a pre. Decent specced dac and headphone amp. Oh and HD Bluetooth t'boot. 45watts into 8 ohms. Motorised alps pot. Remotes is small but metal.
Yep - knew it ;)
Hope you get on with it Grant, I have the original (without Phono input) and have been sorely tempted to upgrade. Great amp and can't really fault the DAC performance, particularly USB with Audirvana. Analogue inputs are the real bonus in the package.
Well curious what your views will be .... and how the (upgraded) headphone input fairs with the Nuraphone cans.
got a set of talk 3 speaker cables here that are long enough. tried out and .... oops, not impressed. might be cables so connected the pre outs to my monoblocks... much better, much much better. need to try better speaker cables. ive got some of the stuff i use on my monos left so need to make up a set of longer ones. at this stage i think it is the talk3 cable. never got on with it, hence why its in my spares box'
some hi rez ones
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sounding very decent as a pre/dac
walpurgis
10-01-2019, 13:40
Nice one Grant. Did you decide against the piano black case?
https://imageshack.com/a/img922/897/FDYhPX.jpg
Nice one Grant. Did you decide against the piano black case?
preferred the satin/matt grey tbh, and it was a fair bit cheaper t'boot so a no brainer.
sounding very good at moment from the dedicated laptop down a short usb, and upscaled.
The high, high rez now. Phone has its limits
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Got this on
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Dave at Radlett Audio(local here on AoS) a big thanks for the good and fast deal with this. Super little box.
Once i get some decent speaker cords i will report on the main amp
Perfect, should go well in your setup.
sounds great in pre mode. nice remote and the dac is good. build is top notch too. impressed so far. need to make some longer speakers cords up next.
If I was just a tiny bit closer to you, I would give you a hand, not quite "around the corner" though!
thank you Tim. its a nice thing.
ooohhh! hifi box....:popcorn::popcorn::popcorn::popcorn::popcor n::popcorn:
hope it meets your approval mr jazzman:eyebrows:
I know what you did :lol:
yup, the upgraded version of yours. no tt at moment to trial the mm stage as the psu is away at mr firebottle for some tender care
got a set of talk 3 speaker cables here that are long enough. tried out and .... oops, not impressed. might be cables so connected the pre outs to my monoblocks... much better, much much better
Which monoblocks Grant?
Which monoblocks Grant?
these roy...much ill thought of, but surprisingly good.
https://imageshack.com/a/img922/3976/CWz665.jpg
excuse the arty pic. only one i can find
Frazeur1
10-01-2019, 15:07
Have fun with the Quad, looks to be a dandy!
Managed to make enough space as i dont want lappy on top for heat issues. Might be ok if i have a stand to go over amp tho.
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Laptop fits in decor wise and is an awesome bit of kit too.
Also in pic my 2 rpi,s and their local drive. The whole thing including the oppo to left are connected via wifi too so lots of ways to connect.
these roy...much ill thought of, but surprisingly good.
Oh yes, you've had those some time. I'm surprised they sound better than the Quad, I used talk cable with my Quad QMPs to the Tannoys & it sounded fine, maybe this Quad amp is a different design?
Oh yes, you've had those some time. I'm surprised they sound better than the Quad, I used talk cable with my Quad QMPs to the Tannoys & it sounded fine, maybe this Quad amp is a different design?
Its the old near flat talk3. Not sure if its the good one or not, but not to my taste.
I bought a load of cable..think its focal, and made a short pair for monos that sit on top of speakers. Ive got plenty left, but not sure when i will be up to making it. Just doing this has near done me in sadly.
Still ive got remote to pc and remote to pre now, plus remote to the power switch.
I can if i wish add back in my dac with the we valve as the amp has 2 analogues plus a mm preamp..
But hoping to reduce clutter and cables.
These blocks are surprisingly good and have seen off all comers inc valves
Its the old near flat talk3. Not sure if its the good one or not, but not to my taste
Yes, that’s the one I use
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I’ve tried the 3.1 version & prefer the older one. It also bettered that thick blue van damme stuff & the fisual everyone raved about.
Yes, that’s the one I use
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I’ve tried the 3.1 version & prefer the older one. It also bettered that thick blue van damme stuff & the fisual everyone raved about.
thats it Roy. it was clear, and good separation but there was no joy there imo.
Looking good Grant. The 'toy' certainly looks the biz and makes for a clean look. Hopefully your better speaker cable will bring the amp sound up to the quality of the pre.
BTW, how are you remotely controlling the lappy?
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Looking good Grant. The 'toy' certainly looks the biz and makes for a clean look. Hopefully your better speaker cable will bring the amp sound up to the quality of the pre.
BTW, how are you remotely controlling the lappy?
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hopefully. there was plenty power. remote with ipad both audirvana and microsoft rd client. works very well.
Quite pleased with system now. Looks and sounds very good. More accessible now too.
The quad vena is a excellent pre folks and worth consideration on those grounds alone
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A pile of stuff removed from system lolhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190111/e61723fb12a4306f46add80a89f23b50.jpg
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walpurgis
11-01-2019, 11:51
What does the Vena remote look like Grant?
What does the Vena remote look like Grant?It's small but heavy. Made of metal and good buttons
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[emoji23]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190111/c6c770a91f5ba80009981d4325a5ea84.gifA few good bits there.
A few good bits there.[emoji106]
Looks like you moved the proarts to the speaker tops. Any issues with vibrations?
How is the wifi connection to the Vena, especially when pumping lossless stuff to it? Or perhaps you are using USB from your laptop?
Ed
Looks like you moved the proarts to the speaker tops. Any issues with vibrations?
How is the wifi connection to the Vena, especially when pumping lossless stuff to it? Or perhaps you are using USB from your laptop?
Ed
not moved them Ed; they have been there for quite a while. Quad doesnt have wifi; just bluetooth. so an hd transmitter or usb, coax or tos. Thought it had wifi but i was wrong. not tried bluetooth as of yet, but its just a receiver. cd quality tho; will get to it.lol
Looks fantastic Grant, happy days mate.
New toys are nice, aren’t they? :)
Big jump in sound I’d have thought?
Looks fantastic Grant, happy days mate.
New toys are nice, aren’t they? :)
Big jump in sound I’d have thought?
early days Gary. its different. will give it time, and also want to get cables made when up to it, so i can hear its power amp section properly. no rush tho, and as a pre its very good. very handy too. Along with the little lappy im using for music it makes for a nice setup(its got little on it bar the music progran). hard to beat my power amps tho, even if im the only one that thinks so:D i believe a couple of valve monos would be ideal tbh. my speakers are very neutral so will like a bit of valve. unlikely to find any in my price range tho.
OK the psu is back from Alan, s ministries. Had to do some alterations to the earthing arrangements of deck and arm to suit new amp. Not a beautiful bit of work but all I can manage. Nearly collapsed lol.
Anyway the mm stage of the quad vena2, is very good. This is great news as I can keep box count down. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/54d7ed753d3d11ad883caa4d05ce7b80.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190112/d60708f36917b9641acd733e578cdbe1.jpg
Very pleased with the Vena's inbuilt phono stage. quiet and good gain; detailed and a good soundstage. Not saying its better than the Emotiva, as of yet but I would safely say i doubt i will miss it much if at all. Great score that; a £200 plus phono stage in the integrated just makes it even better vfm.
A big thanks again to Alan(Firebottle) for fixing up my psu. its much smoother and speed doesnt jump about etc. Better connection of the din too...Top Man.
Also to Hi Fi Dave for the Vena. Quick and excellent service as you would expect
Looking good Grant!
Enjoying building a second system up here, just received the Rotel power amp from EBay, setting it up today.
Good fun this innit? :)
Looking good Grant!
Enjoying building a second system up here, just received the Rotel power amp from EBay, setting it up today.
Good fun this innit? :)
ah yes, the rotel. let us know how that sounds with the densen
Anyway the mm stage of the quad vena2, is very good. This is great news as I can keep box count down.
Great news Grant - really glad that worked out well :)
Still musing wether to upgrade mine ... but a few more variables to consider that the new model still doesn't cover in my case :scratch:
Have you had a chance to try the Nuraphones with the upgraded HP output yet?
That is another variable that might just swing it for me..
(the Nuraphones are bloody fantastic BTW - thanks again for the code for those :thumbsup:)
Have you had a chance to try the Nuraphones with the upgraded HP output yet?
That is another variable that might just swing it for me..
(the Nuraphones are bloody fantastic BTW - thanks again for the code for those :thumbsup:)
you mean the hd bluetooth of the vena? its only a receiver unfortunately on vena, but you can easily add a tx to it i guess. or did you mean something else?
you mean the hd bluetooth of the vena? its only a receiver unfortunately on vena, but you can easily add a tx to it i guess. or did you mean something else?
No - I meant direct from the Vena HP socket (presuming you got the analogue cable for the Nuraphone??...)
No - I meant direct from the Vena HP socket (presuming you got the analogue cable for the Nuraphone??...)
headphone socket...lol no not got it delivered yet. is on order.
Very pleased with the Vena's inbuilt phono stage. quiet and good gain; detailed and a good soundstage. Not saying its better than the Emotiva, as of yet but I would safely say i doubt i will miss it much if at all. Great score that; a £200 plus phono stage in the integrated just makes it even better vfm.
A big thanks again to Alan(Firebottle) for fixing up my psu. its much smoother and speed doesnt jump about etc. Better connection of the din too...Top Man.
Also to Hi Fi Dave for the Vena. Quick and excellent service as you would expect
Looking good, mate, and glad that the Vena seems to be hitting the spot, as it was a bit of a 'punt in the dark':)
Yup, those lovely speaks of yours need some glowing bottles (as it was what they were originally built for), so when your next windfall comes along, that's what to spend it on!;)
Marco.
Too pricey for good one I think. Still to try the vena, s own output stage. Need some good speaker cord first. See if it's better than the monos. It might be the short cable is the success but hard to prove
Grant,
can your speakers take biwire cable?
Grant,
can your speakers take biwire cable?No just single mate. I've got more of my focal pearl here, or whatever it is lol. Just need to make it up. Need to tidy up the spare room so I can do it.
Have you had a chance to try the Nuraphones with the upgraded HP output yet?
That is another variable that might just swing it for me..
(the Nuraphones are bloody fantastic BTW - thanks again for the code for those [emoji106])I've ordered an extention for the nura cable so I can try the vena, s headphone socket. Will advise. Meantime I might be able to stretch the oppos cable that far to try. That's today's task
The code is still available AFAIK for anyone
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brian2957
16-01-2019, 16:44
Nice work mate . Do you mean Fisual ?
Nice work mate . Do you mean Fisual ?
aye :D
Fisual or Focal?
aye got mixed up. done too much lol, off to bed shortly . try them tomorrow if i can. got another pair in post too to try; can sell them on if i dont like it. W&M it is.
New wires plumbed in(fisual); sounding much better through its own power section now the Vena2. MUCH BETTER. just shows that speaker cable makes a big difference.
Trying out the HD bluetooth from my other PC with attached Avantree Leaf dongle. Sounds pretty decent.
Some adjustments to the layout and to connections today.
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jandl100
22-01-2019, 12:53
Wow, the box count reduction is working wonders.
It's starting to look too neat and tidy. :eyebrows:
walpurgis
22-01-2019, 14:28
Yeah, looks neat. Far neater than my mess :).
a bit better i think, considering my av stuff is there too
Grant, you have PM.
ta.
no i dont :scratch:
brian2957
22-01-2019, 16:27
OK I'll send you one :D
Had Gaz over last evening and when he left I had a hole., [emoji23]
Off with my power box.
Good to see him again and he gave me a few musical hints toohttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/f83aa7a8c42117478b624dac52e99cda.jpg
My stockpile has reduced a bit but still takes up half a room
First is kefs, celestions and mordant.
Second is my small telefunkens. Cabinets below are fancy backless cases that have a set of fane full range in.
Third is leak amp and tuner. Pioneer dvd, Pioneer amp and variac, a pair of monos and a lappy.
Fourth is a mix including a akai tape deck.
Nutshttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/d9806b8980837729dd3c8dad7baa6ec6.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/cdb2e6f69649d5924c75adba8b95642d.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/2653211af4c802a3611d2068f86edc3c.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/8d01dd4ca0480c5156eb2f15e829c2ef.jpg
More tidying downstairs too.
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brian2957
23-01-2019, 14:29
Some of that gear in your store room is very nice indeed . Do you still have the gear with the wooden case . You made a lovely job of them :)
southall-1998_mk2
23-01-2019, 14:30
Are those Mordaunt Short MS10's?
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Some of that gear in your store room is very nice indeed . Do you still have the gear with the wooden case . You made a lovely job of them :)
that would be the big pioneer amp.. no, sold it to someone here
Are those Mordaunt Short MS10's?
S.
yup, ms10i to be exact. nice little things. were on extended loan for a few years as were the C ditton 130's.
that would be the big pioneer amp.. no, sold it to someone hereBe this one Brian? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/0f9d1322447ea7dd139964e14c0a8502.jpg
Had Gaz over last evening and when he left I had a hole., [emoji23]
Off with my power box.
Good to see him again and he gave me a few musical hints toohttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190123/f83aa7a8c42117478b624dac52e99cda.jpg
Good to catch up me old China, your system was sounding very good.
Nice wide soundstage...enjoyed hearing my Joe Bonemassa track on it.
In other news...
the AC draw from the socket seems a solid 247 Volts, would never have known that without your regen, cheers!
Take regular readings over the week and set the ‘Big mutha’ BMU input voltage taps accordingly.
Thanks for the coffee too mate, cracked open a bag for my morning cuppa and it was delish. :)
good its being of use mate :)
southall-1998_mk2
23-01-2019, 17:34
yup, ms10i to be exact. nice little things. were on extended loan for a few years as were the C ditton 130's.
I use a pair myself. They're a poor mans Epos.
S.
I use a pair myself. They're a poor mans Epos.
S.
forgot i had then until the guy brought them back. think i bought them for a bedroom system many moons ago. cant actually remember how they sounded as i had another small set at time too. forgot what they were tho. old age
New speaker cable arrived. 2@1metre. Long enough for my monos that sit atop the speakers.
Not had a chance to try it out but it is fitted.
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Looks solid Grant, had a chance to listen to it yet?
Looks solid Grant, had a chance to listen to it yet?
not yet Gary. just got it fitted, and im tired now. just got cans on for a few tunes before bed and a few z's or films depending lol.
us old yins need there beauty sleep
Frazeur1
30-01-2019, 23:28
Looks like a nice set of cables Grant! Enjoy!
Been listening to the Fisual S-Flex . Deffo an improvement. Their small 1 metre size might also help, but also being 4mm may be too. Different style of insulation as well.
Overall i like these; bass is bigger, tighter and more refined. Soundstage is even wider & deeper too. Raspy electric guitar and bass is more realistic imo.
Imelda May was really sweet, and the Capitol sudios sessions are swinging nicely. That is from PC (audirvana)to RPI to XS with valve section to Quad Vena2 To Proart monos to Speakers. Quad is a really nice pre.(its strongest point)Best ive used.
brian2957
01-02-2019, 10:29
Been listening to the Fisual S-Flex . Deffo an improvement. Their small 1 metre size might also help, but also being 4mm may be too. Different style of insulation as well.
Overall i like these; bass is bigger, tighter and more refined. Soundstage is even wider & deeper too. Raspy electric guitar and bass is more realistic imo.
Imelda May was really sweet, and the Capitol sudios sessions are swinging nicely. That is from PC (audirvana)to RPI to XS with valve section to Quad Vena2 To Proart monos to Speakers. Quad is a really nice pre.(its strongest point)Best ive used.
Did you not have W&M speaker cable mate ?
Did you not have W&M speaker cable mate ?
it never came Brian. got damaged in transit(Hermes) so I got a refund. God knows what they did to it... crushed it i guess.
brian2957
01-02-2019, 10:34
You'd have to be going some to damage speaker cable :rolleyes:
Damaged speaker cable ?. Not to be trusted with Waterford crystal glass then :lol:
You'd have to be going some to damage speaker cable :rolleyes:
they have big plastic or metal outers etc so guessing someone ran over box or layed a pallet with tub on top. a ton of parcels will do it.
Shame as they dont come up often, but maybe for best as i find these s-flex hitting the spot
Damaged speaker cable ?. Not to be trusted with Waterford crystal glass then :lol:
yup, you know what many of these parcel companies are like. Nobody is immune but I usually find UPS to be the best
come to conclusion my telefunken full rangers dont like much above 1 metre of cable. sound much better with short runs. this latest incarnation from fisual is very good. maybe they like the extra thickness too, copper wise. Anyway, they are keepers;)
What are the plugs like Grant? Or did you fit your own? The cable I'm using right now has loose fitting plugs and I don't like that.
Bigman80
01-02-2019, 13:31
They are very good. I've been using these for about 1 year and for the money, unbeatable imo.
Less than £30. Unbelievable
What are the plugs like Grant? Or did you fit your own? The cable I'm using right now has loose fitting plugs and I don't like that.
got them to fit them this time. they are a tight fit; virginial even :eyebrows:
They are very good. I've been using these for about 1 year and for the money, unbeatable imo.
Less than £30. Unbelievable
mine all fitted and delivered next day came to £37. still not too bad. I could have fitted my own plugs etc but ive not got a seat upstairs now as it broke. not sure im going to replace it(computer chair)
Bigman80
01-02-2019, 13:43
mine all fitted and delivered next day came to £37. still not too bad. I could have fitted my own plugs etc but ive not got a seat upstairs now as it broke. not sure im going to replace it(computer chair)I paid £1.59 pm for mine mate. They were heavily discounted for some reason. Fitted some very nice zplugs. Less than £30. Well happy.
Only recently started to experiment.
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