It's Too Cold for Audio!!!

Early B.
Early B. Posts: 7,900
edited November 2008 in The Clubhouse
This morning it was 24 degrees in Hotlanta!

The winter is when the 2-channel system rarely gets played because it's too damn cold to listen to it -- for folks like me. I enjoy sitting down and listening to music. I rarely play music while doing something else, so when it's time to sit down and crank some tunes, I gotta have the heater going and it makes too much freakin' noise. And the tubes are too far away to warm me up. Dammit!
HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

"God grooves with tubes."
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,986
    edited November 2008
    ****, ****, ****...........
    ~ 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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  • bobman1235
    bobman1235 Posts: 10,822
    edited November 2008
    What kind of heat do you have that it's so noisy?

    I guess in the south, heat isn't usually a necessity so the systems are not as quiet?
    If you will it, dude, it is no dream.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    treitz3 wrote: »
    ****, ****, ****...........

    Just bored at work again...:(
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    bobman1235 wrote: »
    What kind of heat do you have that it's so noisy?

    I guess in the south, heat isn't usually a necessity so the systems are not as quiet?

    You can't have a black background if the background isn't black.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited November 2008
    24 degrees is about the temp that I start to wear a jacket.:eek::D
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,986
    edited November 2008
    Yeah, but you have a lot of "natural padding. :D
    ~ 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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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited November 2008
    This is the way to listen to music in the winter. I think blue with sheep skin booties sounds the best.

    This is what I wear on my feet.
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    This is the way to listen to music in the winter. I think blue with sheep skin booties sounds the best.

    I'll need a matching hat, as well.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • madmax
    madmax Posts: 12,434
    edited November 2008
    I was actually warming my hands over the tube amps this morning...
    madmax
    Vinyl, the final frontier...

    Avantgarde horns, 300b tubes, thats the kinda crap I want... :D
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  • Jstas
    Jstas Posts: 14,806
    edited November 2008
    hearingimpared wrote: »
    24 degrees is about the temp that I start to wear a jacket.:eek::D

    I know, I was gonna say, up here in the Northeast, 24 degrees is a "warm" day in January/February months.
    Expert Moron Extraordinaire

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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    Jstas wrote: »
    I know, I was gonna say, up here in the Northeast, 24 degrees is a "warm" day in January/February months.

    Well, some call it, "Hotlanta" and for good reason. I used to live in NJ many many years ago and hated the cold and snow. I'm stayin' down south, but not too south 'cause then you got hurricanes to worry about.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Fireman32
    Fireman32 Posts: 4,845
    edited November 2008
    24 man I am still wearing shorts. And it was snowing today.
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  • bobman1235
    bobman1235 Posts: 10,822
    edited November 2008
    Early B. wrote: »
    You can't have a black background if the background isn't black.

    I.... Is that a riddle?
    If you will it, dude, it is no dream.
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  • markmarc
    markmarc Posts: 2,309
    edited November 2008
    Get more tub gear Brad, that ought to warm things up!
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  • SolidSqual
    SolidSqual Posts: 5,218
    edited November 2008
    markmarc wrote: »
    Get more tub gear Brad, that ought to warm things up!

    He's done upgrading, which is why he's losing his mind.
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  • treitz3
    treitz3 Posts: 18,986
    edited November 2008
    SS, I think you nailed 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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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    markmarc wrote: »
    Get more tub gear Brad, that ought to warm things up!

    I already have 240 watts of tube power. How much more do I need?:p
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    SolidSqual wrote: »
    He's done upgrading, which is why he's losing his mind.

    Not yet. I got a killer center channel to build next week.:D:eek::D
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • MillerLiteScott
    MillerLiteScott Posts: 2,561
    edited November 2008
    I notice my heat running the other night when I was listening to some tunes. I'll deal with it. In fact I hear my heat running now.

    I would love to sit in front of a fire and listen to tunes but it would probably sound like a really bad vinyl.:rolleyes:
    I like speakers that are bigger than a small refrigerator but smaller than a big refrigerator:D
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  • markmarc
    markmarc Posts: 2,309
    edited November 2008
    A dual mono block setup may make a difference!!! At least buy a radiant space heater.

    In all seriousness, I do far more listening in the winter, of course being outside in the Pacific Northwest is far nicer in the summer, low humidity, and just a few bugs.
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    Amplifiers: Parasound Halo P6 pre, Vista Audio i34, Peachtree amp500, Adcom GFP-565 GFA-535ii, 545ii, 555ii
    Digital: SimAudio HAD230 DAC, iMac 20in/Amarra,
    Speakers: Paradigm Performa F75, Magnepan .7, Totem Model 1's, ACI Emerald XL, Celestion Si Stands. Totem Dreamcatcher sub
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  • janmike
    janmike Posts: 6,146
    edited November 2008
    I rarely listen to music when it is hot out. Too nice to be inside with 21 hours of daylight. Cold weather is the right time IMO.
    Michael ;)
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  • hearingimpared
    hearingimpared Posts: 21,137
    edited November 2008
    treitz3 wrote: »
    Yeah, but you have a lot of "natural padding. :D

    Like a walrus!:p:D
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  • mantis
    mantis Posts: 17,185
    edited November 2008
    Man here is what you do,
    Preheat the room 1/2 hr before you ware going to listen. Also gives your tube amps time to warm up, make a nice cup of Coffee and your set. 2 channel on the cold allday!!!

    Dan
    Dan
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  • zingo
    zingo Posts: 11,258
    edited November 2008
    I agree with the dual mono idea. Just set-up a low noise fan behind them and listen to music in the warmth!
    Jake
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  • obieone
    obieone Posts: 5,077
    edited November 2008
    It was comfortable down by Hiilton Hd. In the 50's and I was wearing a short sleeve shirt.
    But when I got back the Columbia area, it's friggin' COLD!!!
    BTW, a report came out today that says we're heading for another ICE-AGE!!!
    The ACTUAL scientific community said 'Man-Bear-Pig' is a F*(KTARD!
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  • billbillw
    billbillw Posts: 6,715
    edited November 2008
    Brad, this makes no sense. In Atlanta, all through the spring/summer/early fall, the AC is on, making noise probably 50% of the time. What is so different about the winter? Just turn up the central heat, shouldn't make any more noise than the summertime AC.

    If you HAVE to have a space heater, then get one of those oil radiator types. They are pretty much silent.
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  • ben62670
    ben62670 Posts: 15,969
    edited November 2008
    I am going to stick some chickens under the covers tonight with me to stay warm. I really don't like this cold!
    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
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    billbillw wrote: »
    Brad, this makes no sense. In Atlanta, all through the spring/summer/early fall, the AC is on, making noise probably 50% of the time. What is so different about the winter? Just turn up the central heat, shouldn't make any more noise than the summertime AC.

    If you HAVE to have a space heater, then get one of those oil radiator types. They are pretty much silent.


    I listen to music late at night. No need to run AC at that time.

    The oil radiator idea is a good one.
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

    "God grooves with tubes."
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited November 2008
    zingo wrote: »
    I agree with the dual mono idea. Just set-up a low noise fan behind them and listen to music in the warmth!

    I already have dual monos.:cool:
    HT/2-channel Rig: Sony 50” LCD TV; Toshiba HD-A2 DVD player; Emotiva LMC-1 pre/pro; Rogue Audio M-120 monoblocks (modded); Placette RVC; Emotiva LPA-1 amp; Bada HD-22 tube CDP (modded); VMPS Tower II SE (fronts); DIY Clearwave Dynamic 4CC (center); Wharfedale Opus Tri-Surrounds (rear); and VMPS 215 sub

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  • megasat16
    megasat16 Posts: 3,521
    edited November 2008
    Let me guess. You didn't get the Plasma for your TV last time you shopped?

    It's not too late to shop for 50" Plasma on this Black Friday Sales. It's the best radiant space heater you can buy for the bucks and it's dual functions so you can enjoy watching TV (silent) when listening to 2 Channels.

    I'll be getting rid of my whole house heater anyday now.
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