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Finished my butcher block rack project today. I even had enough to make a new butcher block base for the tt dust cover.
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I really hesitated on adding this, and commenting on its effect. But now, I can't resist.
It's a Sansui SE-9 equalizer, and after some re-conditioning, I am very impressed with the effects.
When I incorporate this unit into the signal chain, there is absolutely zero noise added, which is not what I expected. I fully anticipated testing this unit for functionality (with an accepted amount of added signal noise), and then selling it on to some vintage sucker. But after playing it awhile, I am in no hurry to sell it on. I think 'conundrum' is the appropriate term here."This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
Regarding collectibles: "It's not who gets it. It's who gets stuck with it." - Jimmy Fallon -
Audiophile card revoked! 😜- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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@jdjohn Did you play Bob Seger and dance around in your FTL's?Enjoying the journey while never attaining the destination.
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We need to see another pic with the sliders having big smiles on them.
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Ha...not gonna happen!We need to see another pic with the sliders having big smiles on them.
I was just looking for a little treble bump in this case, due to the sound signature of the particular amp and phono cartridge. Just playing around. "This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
Regarding collectibles: "It's not who gets it. It's who gets stuck with it." - Jimmy Fallon -
I really hesitated on adding this, and commenting on its effect. But now, I can't resist.
It's a Sansui SE-9 equalizer, and after some re-conditioning, I am very impressed with the effects.
When I incorporate this unit into the signal chain, there is absolutely zero noise added, which is not what I expected. I fully anticipated testing this unit for functionality (with an accepted amount of added signal noise), and then selling it on to some vintage sucker. But after playing it awhile, I am in no hurry to sell it on. I think 'conundrum' is the appropriate term here.
Welcome to the club!CD Players: Sony CDP-211; Sony DVP-S9000ES; Sony UDP-X800M2 (x2); Cambridge Audio CXC
DACs: Jolida Glass FX Tube DAC III (x2); Denafrips Ares II (x2)
Streamers: ROKU (x3); Bluesound Node 2i and Node N130 w/LHY LPS // Receivers: Yamaha RX-V775BT; Yamaha RX-V777
Preamps: B&K Ref 50; B&K Ref 5 S2; Classe CP-800 MkII; Audio Research SP16L (soon)
Amps: Niles SI-275; B&K ST125.7; B&K ST125.2; Classe CA-2300; Butler Audio TDB-5150
Speakers: Boston Acoustics CR55; Focal Chorus 705v; Wharfedale Diamond 10.2; Monitor Audio Silver-1; Def Tech Mythos One (x4)/Mythos Three Center (x2)/Mythos Two pr.; Martin Logan Electromotion ESL; Legacy Audio Victoria/Silverscreen Center; Gallo Acoustics Reference 3.1; SVS SB-1000 Pro; REL HT-1003; B&W ASW610; HifiMan HE400i
Turntable: Dual 721 Direct-Drive w/Audio Technica AT-VM95e cart
Cables: Tripp-lite 14ga. PCs, Blue Jeans Cable ICs, Philips PXT1000 ICs; Kimber Kable DV30 coaxial ICs; Canare L-4E6S XLR ICs; Kimber Kable 8PR & 8TC speaker cables. -
I switched speakers to try n id a scratchy tweeter on some monitor 10’s I picked up for 50$ the other day. . Sl 2000 . First foray into “ nice” speakers
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Hello and good evening to you, @mek. Please allow me to offer you a very warm welcome to Club Polk. Congrat's on your speaker purchase.
Tom~ 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. ~ -
Had an audio reviewer come over for a listen to the rig today and he gave it one of the best compliments I could have ever expected. (IMO)...
He stated that.....and I quote, "The speakers are here in front of me, but useless. They are just big boxes sitting there doing nothing."
He's gone now and I get to occupy the sweet spot once again. So, I listen and enjoy....
Tom
~ 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. ~ -
Tom, never believe what we say
Amplifiers: Norma IPA 140, MasterSound Compact 845, Ayre v6xe, Consonance Cyber 800
Preamp: deHavilland Ultraverve 3
Dac: Sonnet Morpheus 2, Musical Paradise mp-d2 mkIII
Transport: Jay's Audio CDT2 mk2, Lumin U1 mini
Speakers: Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II
Speaker Cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Organic Audio Organic Reference 2
Interconnects: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Argento Organic Reference 2, Argento Organic 2
Power Cables: Argento Organic Reference, Synergistic Research Foundation 10 and 12 ga.
Digital cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2 bnc, Tellurium Q aes, Silnote Audio Poseidon Signature 2 bnc
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His demeanor said it all, Marvin. Usually he sits and taps his feet, beats his head to the music and seems like he's having a grand old time.
This time was different. He heard something (don't know what exactly it was) and his body movements stopped completely. It was as if he wanted to hear what the changes were.
He has not done this before.
He also inquired heavily on what the changes were. It was one component. One that I would highly recommend as well.
Tom~ 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. ~ -
Fly me there and I'll give a listen
Amplifiers: Norma IPA 140, MasterSound Compact 845, Ayre v6xe, Consonance Cyber 800
Preamp: deHavilland Ultraverve 3
Dac: Sonnet Morpheus 2, Musical Paradise mp-d2 mkIII
Transport: Jay's Audio CDT2 mk2, Lumin U1 mini
Speakers: Rosso Fiorentino Volterra II
Speaker Cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Organic Audio Organic Reference 2
Interconnects: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2, Argento Organic Reference 2, Argento Organic 2
Power Cables: Argento Organic Reference, Synergistic Research Foundation 10 and 12 ga.
Digital cables: Crystal Clear Magnum Opus 2 bnc, Tellurium Q aes, Silnote Audio Poseidon Signature 2 bnc
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Marvin, you are welcome anytime. Just give me a heads up.
I have to cancel my trip down to the SWAF this year because of the changes I want to make in the system moving forward. I hate it but it is what it is.....and I am not made of money.
Tom~ 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. ~ -
Tom~ 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. ~ -
It was one component. One that I would highly recommend as well.
waiting Very patiently . . . please provide details Mr. ReitzAC Regenerator PS Audio PerfectWave Power Plant 10
Source Lumin U1 Mini into Lampizator Baltic 4 DAC
Pre Cary SLP-05
Power Rogue M180 Dark monos
Mains Salk HT2-TL
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SE 120 baby! 'Nuff said.
Tom.~ 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. ~ -
Sometimes if you are in the wrong head space... If the rig doesn't sound good just turn it off like you said and come back another day- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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Trying a pair of Audio Sensibility (out of Canada) Statement OCC Silver wire interconnects between the Musical Fidelity Tri Vista 21 DAC and the Threshold preamp. I had a pair of Wireworld Eclipse interconnects in that location before. The initial sound was grainy, but after a couple hours they started to settle down. I left the music playing while I'm at work today to give them more time to settle in.Enjoying the journey while never attaining the destination.
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@[Deleted User] I often travel for work. Sometimes for multiple weeks. I love that feeling of "enjoying the music" when I get home. I usually need a day of spinning records to get my head right after a long trip. Your post speaks to me!Enjoying the journey while never attaining the destination.
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I did a couple of things. I have a difficult room. I moved my speakers further apart. Even though the placement looks wonky in the photo the diagram shows that it's correct for my listening position. Also noticeable in the first pic are some GIK panels I placed in front of the fireplace behind the rack. The results are good. Much better soundstage and imaging with the speakers at nearly an equilateral triangle. The GIK panels have knocked down some of the reverb and high frequency energy in the room. I am considering more panels now. Also, I have placed an order for a REL T/9x Red subwoofer as my room tends to attenuate the bass.
This is the new setup:
Diagram:
Old setup:
SystemLuxman L-590AXII Integrated Amplifier|KEF Reference 1 Loudspeakers|PS Audio Directream Jr|Sansui TU-9900 Tuner|TEAC A-6100 RtR|REL T/9X SE Sub -
nice woofers in those speakers- Not Tom ::::::: Any system can play Diana Krall. Only the best can play Limp Bizkit.
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Deleted User wrote: »I'm curious what the GIK folks recommend for your space? The open entryway on the left should be to your benefit to reduce reflections, but the glass table and window behind your sweet spot are likely problematic for the high frequency issues you mentioned.
The GIK advice I got was not stellar. They recommended I buy 12 24x48 inch 244 panels and distribute about the room. I sent them that diagram above plus many photos which when studied would clearly indicate that a dozen of those panels is not an option. I also told them I only had 3" max available behind the rack where 244's would not fit. So I will piecemeal it and do the best I can.
I may move the glass table but the hippos are cast bronze and very heavy so I've procrastinated.
Any recommendations on room measurement apps/mics?LOVE the Sansui tuner !! I tried and tried to buy one, it just didn't happen for me.
That TU-9900 tuner is a special piece. I bought it in August, 2011 from Club Polk member @starkiller. It came with original box and manual. In 2018 I had it thoroughly upgraded by Joseph Chow. It's hooked up to a directional antenna up in the attic. Sounds very good!SystemLuxman L-590AXII Integrated Amplifier|KEF Reference 1 Loudspeakers|PS Audio Directream Jr|Sansui TU-9900 Tuner|TEAC A-6100 RtR|REL T/9X SE Sub -
Coda 06x phono preamp:
"This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
Regarding collectibles: "It's not who gets it. It's who gets stuck with it." - Jimmy Fallon -
What cartridge are you running with it? Wow! Nice phono stage!Enjoying the journey while never attaining the destination.
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Thanks! I got it at a steal. Based on the internal load settings that were in place in this unit, I'm not sure the previous owner was using it correctly, so maybe he was frustrated with the sound, and just decided to dump it. That's pretty sad, if true.
Last night, the cartridge I was using is basically a Nagaoka MP-200. Technically, it is a Well Tempered Lab TLC MM cartridge, but it is really just a re-branded Nagaoka. Eventually, I'll incorporate a nicer MC cartridge from my stable of carts.
I've only listened via headphones so far, but really liked what I was hearing! I just wanted to test functionality, and not adulterate my setup while demoing the Snake River amp cord "This may not matter to you, but it does to me for various reasons, many of them illogical or irrational, but the vinyl hobby is not really logical or rational..." - member on Vinyl Engine
"Sometimes I do what I want to do. The rest of the time, I do what I have to." - Cicero, in Gladiator
Regarding collectibles: "It's not who gets it. It's who gets stuck with it." - Jimmy Fallon -
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Coda also made the electronics for Innersound and Sanders. The latter did spec a few things differently than Coda. For example, Innersound's ESL amp is basically the Coda Continuum Stage amp, but with different binding posts and balanced input impedance. Coda's balanced input impedance ran at 1Kohms, which is unusually low, vice 100K for the Innersound version.
I have the Innersound phono preamp, which is essentially the Coda FET-03p with a different faceplate. Looks similar to the innards of the FET-06X above. Very nice performer!Apogee Stages / Apollon Purifi 1ET6525SA / Classe CT-SSP / Innersound Phono / Bluesound Node 130 / Oppo BDP-105D / Technics SP-15 w/SAEC WE-308SX & Ortofon AS-309 arms / Audio-Technica ART-1 & Dynavector XX2 Mk II carts -
Are there dip switches to adjust it?
Tom
~ 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. ~
