Gator MK2 now in stock

**StanleyB** · 17-03-2011, 18:49

I had 50 pieces of the Gator MK2 in stock at 1PM. There are now 42 pieces left. So don't miss out if you are after one of them

.

The MK2 has a lower gain so that it is compatible with some older amps. The headphone output has also been tweaked so that it can make better use of high current opamps. I have tried the THS493s, LM4562NA and AD826. I'll have to desolder my LM4562HA form a different PCB in order to give that a try as well.

**Fi-Wi** · 17-03-2011, 18:57

Maybe it's lower gain I need for my headphones. But that would define my Yamaha RX-V1300 as an "older amp".

**Filterlab** · 17-03-2011, 19:04

I'll have one Stan. I can't find an 'add to cart' link for the Gator on your site, is there a secret handshake?

**StanleyB** · 17-03-2011, 19:06

Aah, the handshake

. http://www.homehifi.co.uk/PP/Upgrades_1.html

**Filterlab** · 17-03-2011, 19:11

Hehehe, excellent. Bought and paid for. Fanks!

**Covenant** · 17-03-2011, 19:46

Stan, if you remember, I have a problem with compatability between my Mk 1 Gator and Lightspeed attenuator resulting in distortion. I tried attenuators on the analogue outputs but it didn't help.
Do you think the Mk2 will solve the problem?
Also, just out of interest, why is the AD826 only for European customers (as thats what I use)?

**StanleyB** · 17-03-2011, 19:50

Originally Posted by Covenant

Stan, if you remember, I have a problem with compatability between my Mk 1 Gator and Lightspeed attenuator resulting in distortion. I tried attenuators on the analogue outputs but it didn't help.
Do you think the Mk2 will solve the problem?

I have no idea. I don't have a Lightspeed.

**Filterlab** · 19-03-2011, 12:17

WOW!

Mine arrived a few minutes ago, it took less than a minute to install (no glue in my DAC), but has completely transformed my 7520 - in one word, incredible. I feel as though I can lean forward and borrow Antonio Forcione's guitar.

Incredible upgrade Stan, very well done indeed. Chaps, if you haven't got this board in, don't hesitate, it's stunning!

**Ashmore** · 23-03-2011, 20:24

So um, I know i'm well behind here but is the gator only for headphones output or a general upgrade? I already have the rubikons and elna thingys and murata whatnots plus one 826. Does it supersede these or is it a complementary upgrade?

**StanleyB** · 23-03-2011, 20:28

The Gator is an upgrade for the TC-7520 and Caiman. It doesn't matter if you listen to speakers or headphones. It won't put hairs on your chest, but it might make your hairs stand up on the back of your neck

.

Thread: Gator MK2 now in stock

Thread Tools

Display

Gator MK2 now in stock

Posting Permissions