Going Linear with the Caiman

[leo]

Hi Leo,

I really want to try out the same valve output stage. Unfortunately, I didn't grab the schematic while I can (audio-talk seems to be down). Do you think it's okay to send me a working link or a copy of it?

Thank you!

Edit: Oops, nevermind, the site's up again!

Here you go http://www.audio-talk.co.uk/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2170

[squeezethatbuffalo]

Thank you leo!

Out of curiosity, how are things going with your Buffalo II?

[leo]

Thank you leo!

Out of curiosity, how are things going with your Buffalo II?

So not to derail this thread http://theartofsound.net/forum/showt...315#post144315

[Gazjam]

UPGRADING THIS LINEAR SUPPLY...


..is my next project.
Any pointers as to what, how and where?

I really noticed the improvement over the switching supply I had (Maplins variable set to 15v), so my eyes (ears?) were opened a bit as to how important a good supply was.

I'm sure this Maplin CB radio supply has some bog standard parts in it, any idea how it can be improved as a PSU for my Caiman?


Thanks.

Gaz.

[leo]

If your up to it and if the raw DC supply has enough headroom you could maybe try disconnecting the stock regulation and fit something like a Super Teddy reg or similar . Going for a ready built unit as an upgrade is going to cost you a fair bit more tbh compared to upgrading what you already have

[Gazjam]

Thanks for that Leo..

I'd be looking to upgrade components within the Maplins psu rather than gettin something new.
The Teddyreg gets a lot of mentions here...an option for sure.
Need to do my homework on these supplies..at least know a wee bit about what I'm asking!
I know not a lot, not a big diy / soldering guy!

[Puffin]

If your up to it and if the raw DC supply has enough headroom you could maybe try disconnecting the stock regulation and fit something like a Super Teddy reg or similar . Going for a ready built unit as an upgrade is going to cost you a fair bit more tbh compared to upgrading what you already have

Seconded for the TR or STR. I have a "ripple eater" between he Maplin and B/ford. I upgraded the smoothing caps in the Maplina and bypasssed them with some Poly caps.

[Gazjam]

Seconded for the TR or STR. I have a "ripple eater" between he Maplin and B/ford. I upgraded the smoothing caps in the Maplina and bypasssed them with some Poly caps.

You sound like the man I want to speak to Rob!

ok to PM, get more info about this?
Ta.

Gary.

[Puffin]

You sound like the man I want to speak to Rob!

ok to PM, get more info about this?
Ta.

Gary.

Can I stop you?

[Ali Tait]

Gary,I can do any mods you want doing to the PS mate.