Bob Carver raises the bar

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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    dorokusai wrote: »
    Or someone else's that you don't even know GBD. It must be a teething thing.

    :wink::biggrin:
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    pitdogg2 wrote: »
    Actually what I read Bob said that while they may make some difference(power cords) I like to hard wire because I feel it's a better connection as opposed to the IEC connection that may have a sloppy fit after a while.or something like that it was in one of my audio mags a year or so back

    That has always been my thoughts on IECs in addition to another avenue for RF interference to be received. It's my belief that those things were developed for the sake of transport & packing ease.......and subsequent cable/cord sales due to misplaced ones.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,576
    edited May 2011
    I've found most IEC connections and sockets to be snug depending on the manufacturer but others to be flat out loose when it comes to fitment. This is a big concern to me from a user standpoint, sonically speaking let alone from an electrical one.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    For connections..........solder is KING!:cool:
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  • chargerman426
    chargerman426 Posts: 419
    edited May 2011
    gdb wrote: »
    For connections..........solder is KING!:cool:

    Yeah thats why you solder the IEC connector to the power wires from the power supply.
    If life had more tubes it would be a lot smoother.
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  • fossy
    fossy Posts: 1,378
    edited May 2011
    just a mere 20 grand ?? hhmmmm wonder if Bob's gonna charge the 3% paypal fee ???

    Tube amp **** is what that is ..... don't care who ya are
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  • PolkClyde
    PolkClyde Posts: 662
    edited May 2011
    nooshinjohn wrote: »
    Those are the 7t's that I have listed there...

    I want to paint my Silver 7t's like that. ):
    PolkAudioClyde
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  • PolkClyde
    PolkClyde Posts: 662
    edited May 2011
    I want to know what kind of paint is that,,,,please tell me, I'm very sensitive and will cry,very easily.I need to know now. :)
    PolkAudioClyde
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    chargerman426 wrote: »
    Yeah thats why you solder the IEC connector to the power wires from the power supply.

    Yes.....and if you also solder the cord into the socket.........:biggrin:
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 20,012
    edited May 2011
    Well, hell. Why not go up and solder the transformer leads while you are at it? While you are up there, go ahead and install some Magic Pebbles. Just don't solder the circuit breaker or there may be trouble you may not expect.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • nooshinjohn
    nooshinjohn Posts: 25,932
    edited May 2011
    How about we let Bob build the amps the way he likes them?
    The Gear... Carver "Statement" Mono-blocks, Mcintosh C2800 Arcam AVR20, Oppo UDP-203 4K Blu-ray player, Sony XBR70x850B 4k, Polk Audio Legend L800 with height modules, L400 Center Channel Polk audio AB800 "in-wall" surrounds. Marantz MM7025 stereo amp. Simaudio Moon MiND2 Shunyata Triton

    “When once a Republic is corrupted, there is no possibility of remedying any of the growing evils but by removing the corruption and restoring its lost principles; every other correction is either useless or a new evil.”— Thomas Jefferson

    How many flies need to be buzzing a dead horse before you guys stop beating it?
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    treitz3 wrote: »
    Well, hell. Why not go up and solder the transformer leads while you are at it? While you are up there, go ahead and install some Magic Pebbles. Just don't solder the circuit breaker or there may be trouble you may not expect.

    Did someone pee in yer cornflakes this AM ??:confused::biggrin:
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 20,012
    edited May 2011
    No, not at all. I just find it funny that someone who is still highly regarded in the build design of tube amps gets scrutinized with just that, down to the nitty gritty. Most folks who have chimed in so far, probably could not afford this amp in the first place. Hence the humor on my part.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,576
    edited May 2011
    It's a helluva amplifier, that's for sure. It is neat that he started doing this as they are really unique...statement pieces.
    CTC BBQ Amplifier, Sonic Frontiers Line3 Pre-Amplifier and Wadia 581 SACD player. Speakers? Always changing but for now, Mission Argonauts I picked up for $50 bucks, mint.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 20,012
    edited May 2011
    I'm just glad for him as he is having the time of his life, self admitted. Not having to deal with the corporate aspects and just concentrating on the love of his life. Building tube amps for the fun of it.
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    Not too bad for a "rube" ! :eek: :biggrin: Although.....they probably have that "inherent flabby bass" ! JK JK
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 20,012
    edited May 2011
    I'd like to hear Stereophile's review on this one.........:rolleyes:
    ~ In search of accurate reproduction of music. Real sound is my reference and while perfection may not be attainable? If I chase it, I might just catch excellence. ~
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  • gdb
    gdb Posts: 6,012
    edited May 2011
    Eff stereophile, Bob's got nothing to prove to them ever again!:cool:
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  • pitdogg2
    pitdogg2 Posts: 27,069
    edited May 2011
    nooshinjohn wrote: »
    How about we let Bob build the amps the way he likes them?

    yea like he knows nothing about that:biggrin:

    if he built it and it had a coat hanger that i had to stick into the socket and it shocked me everytime i plugged it in if it sounded good I'd probably by it...

    agreed nooshinjohn
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