Show me your ****(embly), and let me get in your guts baby!

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  • jakelm
    jakelm Posts: 4,081
    edited March 2008
    disneyjoe7 wrote: »
    You're not allowed to talk about equipment without a pix...

    Did you miss the memo?:rolleyes:


    Sorry...

    Pic added...
    Monitor 7b's front
    Monitor 4's surround
    Frankinpolk Center (2 mw6503's with peerless tweeter)
    M10's back surround
    Hafler-200 driving patio Daytons
    Tempest-X 15" DIY sub w/ Rythmik 350A plate amp
    Dayton 12" DVC w/ Rythmik 350a plate amp
    Harman/Kardon AVR-635
    Oppo 981hd
    Denon upconvert DVD player
    Jennings Research (vintage and rare)
    Mit RPTV WS-55513
    Tosh HD-XA1
    B&K AV5000


    Dont BAN me Bro!!!!:eek:
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited March 2008
    LOL, Thank you.

    Your requirement is complete.

    Speakers
    Carver Amazing Fronts
    CS400i Center
    RT800i's Rears
    Sub Paradigm Servo 15

    Electronics
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 pre-amp
    Parasound Halo A23
    Pioneer 84TXSi AVR
    Pioneer 79Avi DVD
    Sony CX400 CD changer
    Panasonic 42-PX60U Plasma
    WMC Win7 32bit HD DVR


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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited March 2008
    McIntosh MC-126
    120x6 at 4ohms, 275x3 at 8 ohms.
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    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • jakelm
    jakelm Posts: 4,081
    edited March 2008
    Face, its amazing (and confusing) how that amp can stay cool. Heat sinks butted up agains boards.
    Monitor 7b's front
    Monitor 4's surround
    Frankinpolk Center (2 mw6503's with peerless tweeter)
    M10's back surround
    Hafler-200 driving patio Daytons
    Tempest-X 15" DIY sub w/ Rythmik 350A plate amp
    Dayton 12" DVC w/ Rythmik 350a plate amp
    Harman/Kardon AVR-635
    Oppo 981hd
    Denon upconvert DVD player
    Jennings Research (vintage and rare)
    Mit RPTV WS-55513
    Tosh HD-XA1
    B&K AV5000


    Dont BAN me Bro!!!!:eek:
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  • disneyjoe7
    disneyjoe7 Posts: 11,435
    edited March 2008
    Just love the size of that Transformer WOW.

    Speakers
    Carver Amazing Fronts
    CS400i Center
    RT800i's Rears
    Sub Paradigm Servo 15

    Electronics
    Conrad Johnson PV-5 pre-amp
    Parasound Halo A23
    Pioneer 84TXSi AVR
    Pioneer 79Avi DVD
    Sony CX400 CD changer
    Panasonic 42-PX60U Plasma
    WMC Win7 32bit HD DVR


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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited March 2008
    Heat rises and board level components are quite hardy. That's about as big as it gets for an iron core transformer. Beautiful.
    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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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,752
    edited March 2008
    No autoformers in that Mac?!
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited March 2008
    mhardy6647 wrote: »
    No autoformers in that Mac?!
    Nope! Not in most of their multi-channel amps. Otherwise it would probably be over 100lbs.
    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • speakergeek
    speakergeek Posts: 555
    edited April 2008
    No more guts?
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,752
    edited April 2008
    A work in progress; Dynaco PAS-2 rehabilitation.

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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,739
    edited May 2008
    Been feeling kinda left out since I sold off most of my 2-channel system (all the Parasound and Mirage are gone :( )

    Well, in light of the recent scores that I've made on a couple pair of vintage Polks from my local Craigslist (RTA-11T and Monitor 7B), I've been itching to get some decent amplification to them. I've tried them both out using a so-so Yamaha 2ch receiver. Sound was good, but I was finding them harsher that I remembered my Monitor 5A sounding, even after replacing the tweeters with new silks. So, anyway I did pretty well on an auction earlier this week and I scored an NAD 317 integrated amp. This is circa 1997, 80wpc, with the usual NAD headroom and low impedance capability.

    So here it is, I'll skip the front shot since most NAD look the same. The back is nothing special either. Just generic gold plated RCAs. They are plain jane on the outside, but pretty on the inside:

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    That transformer is about the size of a salad plate. Wide and somewhat Flat. Very nice extruded heat sinks are bolted to the frame on the corners and are completely open on the bottom to let air through. I like that! Very solid construction.

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    Full relay switching of the inputs. One of the best ways to do it.

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    Nice power supply section. I've seen many that have bigger caps, but NAD chooses to use 3 smaller caps on each side for faster recharging. Nice quality parts everywhere though.

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    Two matched pairs for each channel. That's about what you'd expect from a quality 80wpc amp. I've had a Sony 100wpc that had the same general complement. That Yamaha receiver I've been using is rated at 80wpc and it only has one matched pair...can you say exaggerated specs?

    I like how the transistors are solidly bolted on with a crossbar to ensure even contact pressure. So many amps rely on sticky pads alone and one screw in the top part of the transistor.

    Anyway. How does it sound? Well, I found there is a buzz in the left channel (apparently this model has a known issue with this, but its an easy fix), but otherwise, its quite magical when hooked to my 7Bs. I can't believe how good this relatively low budget setup sounds. NAD and Polks seem to have some sort of synergy going on.
    For rig details, see my profile. Nothing here anymore...
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,752
    edited May 2008
    Y'all might find this link of interest (as seen on a post at AK):
    http://www.electricalhobby.com/aud_eq_int.html
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,739
    edited May 2008
    Zero wrote: »
    billbillw - You know whats sad? At first glance, I instantly recognized that circuit layout as NAD - that was before my eye caught the name on the power supply. I think I need to take a break from this hobby.. :eek::D

    Meanwhile folks, heres two shots of the Lamm LL2 Deluxe...

    Even sadder is that I no longer have that NAD. It went back to the seller due to the buzzing and a few other problems that were leading me to think that it would end up being a major lemon.

    Still on the lookout for an integrated to go with my vintage Polks. I might try out a vintage Luxman that is local to me...
    For rig details, see my profile. Nothing here anymore...
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  • Gaara
    Gaara Posts: 2,415
    edited May 2008
    Tim Rawson Gainclone, BPA200 x 4...aka my surround amp.

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    The Basement HT
    PC Rig
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  • SlowcarIX
    SlowcarIX Posts: 887
    edited May 2008
    3 x 1000ASP - FL/C/FR
    4 x 500ASP - SL/SR/SBL/SBR

    5000W into 4 ohms :D

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    my 7.(1x4) HT setup
    TV - Mitsubishi WD-65734
    AVP / Amp - Onkyo PR-SC885P / D-Sonic 2500-7
    Front - Emerald Physics CS2
    Center - JTR Triple 12LF
    Surround L/R / Back - Polk RTi4 / Polk FXi A4
    Sub - 4 X Hsu ULS15 playing nearfield
    DVD / CDP - Sony PS3/40GB / Sony SCD-XA9000ES
    Belkin PURE AV PF60 / UPS
    Buttkicker

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=60612
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  • speakergeek
    speakergeek Posts: 555
    edited May 2008
    SlowcarIX wrote: »
    3 x 1000ASP - FL/C/FR
    4 x 500ASP - SL/SR/SBL/SBR

    5000W into 4 ohms :D

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    Looks alot like BASH amps. Impressive. I've seen their website before.
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  • SlowcarIX
    SlowcarIX Posts: 887
    edited May 2008
    heres the spec sheet for the 2 types of modules in there

    http://www.icepower.bang-olufsen.com/files/solutions/icepower1000asp.pdf

    http://www.icepower.bang-olufsen.com/files/solutions/icepower500asp.pdf

    i waited 4 weeks for them due to the demand and it was worth the wait :):p:D
    my 7.(1x4) HT setup
    TV - Mitsubishi WD-65734
    AVP / Amp - Onkyo PR-SC885P / D-Sonic 2500-7
    Front - Emerald Physics CS2
    Center - JTR Triple 12LF
    Surround L/R / Back - Polk RTi4 / Polk FXi A4
    Sub - 4 X Hsu ULS15 playing nearfield
    DVD / CDP - Sony PS3/40GB / Sony SCD-XA9000ES
    Belkin PURE AV PF60 / UPS
    Buttkicker

    http://www.polkaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?t=60612
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  • fredv
    fredv Posts: 923
    edited May 2008
    It replaced the McAlister Audio ML-2 for the last month since it started singing. I don't see the ML-2 be back in action soon. Here is the outside and the guts. 2 mono SRPP channels, each has it's only power transformer, choke, and filament transformer. Everything went well except my sucky paint job :o

    -fredv-
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,663
    edited May 2008
    Is it a requirement that tube amps look ugly under the top?:D

    engtaz
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited May 2008
    I like ugly. Nobody wants to steal ugly:)
    I'm more of a function guy;)
    Please. Please contact me a ben62670 @ yahoo.com. Make sure to include who you are, and you are from Polk so I don't delete your email. Also I am now physically unable to work on any projects. If you need help let these guys know. There are many people who will help if you let them know where you are.
    Thanks
    Ben
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  • fredv
    fredv Posts: 923
    edited May 2008
    engtaz wrote: »
    Is it a requirement that tube amps look ugly under the top?:D

    engtaz
    Nope if the el cheapo creator spent more $$$$ on a larger chassis than an aluminum storage box :D
    Edit: I will be traveling in the next few coming week. If anyone wants to try this ugly beast, drop me an email via the forum. I will ship it to you for a month of tube pleasure. Keep in mind, it has only one input and is a linestage preamp.

    -fredv-
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited May 2008
    Heathkit AA-111

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    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • mhardy6647
    mhardy6647 Posts: 33,752
    edited May 2008
    That is nice looking l'il piece, Face!
    Are those the "eBay-Special" spade to banana plug adaptors on the speaker terminals?
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  • Face
    Face Posts: 14,340
    edited May 2008
    mhardy6647 wrote: »
    That is nice looking l'il piece, Face!
    Are those the "eBay-Special" spade to banana plug adaptors on the speaker terminals?
    Thank you! And yes, for the time being. I plan on replacing the strips with 5 way binding posts.
    "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster. And when you gaze long into an abyss the abyss also gazes into you." Friedrich Nietzsche
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,663
    edited May 2008
    fredv wrote: »
    Nope if the el cheapo creator spent more $$$$ on a larger chassis than an aluminum storage box :D
    Edit: I will be traveling in the next few coming week. If anyone wants to try this ugly beast, drop me an email via the forum. I will ship it to you for a month of tube pleasure. Keep in mind, it has only one input and is a linestage preamp.

    Fred, great job as usual. I was waiting on you to chisel the chassis out of marble. :D:D

    engtaz
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • fredv
    fredv Posts: 923
    edited May 2008
    Hi Roy,

    Can let me know whether you received the little critter or not? According to USPS tracking, it was delivered last Saturday. I sent you a couple email but didn't get any reply yet. I will be out of town and hope I will have internet access in the next 10 days ...... Thanks!!

    -fredv-
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,663
    edited May 2008
    Yes I received it. Youngest birthday just happened so things are crazy. Sorry I did not get back with you right away. I still have not hooked it up but plan on this coming weekend. Guys this little pre is gorgeous.

    Thanks,
    engtaz
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited May 2008
    engtaz wrote: »
    Yes I received it. Youngest birthday just happened so things are crazy. Sorry I did not get back with you right away. I still have not hooked it up but plan on this coming weekend. Guys this little pre is gorgeous.

    Thanks,
    engtaz

    Roy,

    Useless without pics Bro!:)
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  • engtaz
    engtaz Posts: 7,663
    edited May 2008
    I will try to get my chit together this weekend. His pics don't do it justice.

    engtaz
    engtaz

    I love how music can brighten up a bad day.
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  • Gaara
    Gaara Posts: 2,415
    edited May 2008
    More Icepower, popped the top of my EVS 500M. Nice and simple, everything direct wired, even the binding posts are bypassed in favor of direct wiring.

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    The Basement HT
    PC Rig
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