The Stax Thread III
May 31, 2024 at 12:47 PM Post #25,636 of 25,650
There are no other options due to the psu size constraints. CFA-e it is then, congratulations on being the first and be sure to tell us how you like it.
At Spritzer’s advice I first got an SRM717 as a recommendation as I was not ready to go with any smaller custom amps. I found it did help my
SR-007mk1 show off the phone’s capabilities. Eventually I ended up with the Aeras by Eksonics. Chassis size is shoebox size which was one of Kerry’s design goals. As one of the top custom builders he is one of the go to builders for a T2 build that uses a slightly smaller chassis since 2015. The Aeras definitely has some T2 DNA in its design.
Excellent solution but possibly jumped out of your price range.

Maybe Birgir has some other options coming up at a friendlier price point.

I really enjoy my 007mk1 like never before.

Good luck, don’t give up the quest.
 

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May 31, 2024 at 2:42 PM Post #25,637 of 25,650
At Spritzer’s advice I first got an SRM717 as a recommendation as I was not ready to go with any smaller custom amps. I found it did help my
SR-007mk1 show off the phone’s capabilities. Eventually I ended up with the Aeras by Eksonics. Chassis size is shoebox size which was one of Kerry’s design goals. As one of the top custom builders he is one of the go to builders for a T2 build that uses a slightly smaller chassis since 2015. The Aeras definitely has some T2 DNA in its design.
Excellent solution but possibly jumped out of your price range.

Maybe Birgir has some other options coming up at a friendlier price point.

I really enjoy my 007mk1 like never before.

Good luck, don’t give up the quest.
Forgot about this one.
Assuming you have the fund this is also a good move for small space. BHSE tier
 
May 31, 2024 at 3:57 PM Post #25,638 of 25,650
At Spritzer’s advice I first got an SRM717 as a recommendation as I was not ready to go with any smaller custom amps. I found it did help my
SR-007mk1 show off the phone’s capabilities. Eventually I ended up with the Aeras by Eksonics. Chassis size is shoebox size which was one of Kerry’s design goals. As one of the top custom builders he is one of the go to builders for a T2 build that uses a slightly smaller chassis since 2015. The Aeras definitely has some T2 DNA in its design.
Excellent solution but possibly jumped out of your price range.

Maybe Birgir has some other options coming up at a friendlier price point.

I really enjoy my 007mk1 like never before.

Good luck, don’t give up the quest.
how much are we talking about for the Aeras?
 
Jun 1, 2024 at 9:00 AM Post #25,642 of 25,650
@Chefguru you mentioned other builders making Carbons. I might rethink the size issue so it would be great to find a few of these builders and see what they have available. Could you (or anyone) supply some names / links? Many thanks.
@soren_brix, @spritzer, @Dukei, @headinclouds (not sure is he is still actively build but has made some beautiful looking amps)
 
Jun 1, 2024 at 10:51 AM Post #25,645 of 25,650
I've reached out to @headinclouds - as we're both in the UK that would be a great option for me.
Would be very surprised if headinclouds is back in business, but his amps are absolutely stunning, and a he's also a very friendly, thoughtful person.
 
Jun 1, 2024 at 7:48 PM Post #25,646 of 25,650
@Chefguru you mentioned other builders making Carbons. I might rethink the size issue so it would be great to find a few of these builders and see what they have available. Could you (or anyone) supply some names / links? Many thanks.
@Dukei is in Europe and building carbons at the price point stated earlier. He did a fantastic job with my amp.
@soren_brix is also in Europe and has a great reputation.

Also, while the Eksonic is very beautiful and a great size, the feedback is that it's about on par with the BHSE. I've found for the 007 that the kgssHV is not that far off the BHSE, so the CFA-E would still not be a bad selection give the 50% price point. That said... a carbon will be better 🙃
 
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Jun 2, 2024 at 7:29 AM Post #25,647 of 25,650
Also, while the Eksonic is very beautiful and a great size, the feedback is that it's about on par with the BHSE.
I disagree with that statement. Even with the issues I had with my Eksonic T2 I could tell it was ahead of the BHSE.
 
Jun 2, 2024 at 7:57 AM Post #25,648 of 25,650
Just a quick update. Had a great conversation with @soren_brix and I'm currently considering either a Carbon or CFA-e from hime. Also @Dukei came back to me and his new website will be ready in July. The big surprise though was that @headinclouds came back and he's currently building a KGST which also fits my requirements.
Thanks all - I really appreciate everyone's help with this.
 
Jun 2, 2024 at 8:59 AM Post #25,649 of 25,650
Just a quick update. Had a great conversation with @soren_brix and I'm currently considering either a Carbon or CFA-e from hime. Also @Dukei came back to me and his new website will be ready in July. The big surprise though was that @headinclouds came back and he's currently building a KGST which also fits my requirements.
Thanks all - I really appreciate everyone's help with this.
Glad you were able to get some options to fit your requirements.
 

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