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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin Soul 170HA: A Beastly TOTL Vacuum Tube Headphone/Speaker Amplifier wth KT170.The Tung-sol KT-170 only appears inexpensive. Once you factor in their abysmal quality control, and short life span you can plan on...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.Glad to help. This Cayin amp really takes to tube swaps and it’s been fun experimenting with various driver and output tubes. Enjoy indeed!
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.The ST Mullard looks more like a Mazda than any of the traditional British brands like GEC, STC, or Brimar. The off-white/yellowish...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Your Favorite FOAM Tip & Why?.I’ve been on the ear tip merry-go-round trying to get a comfortable and good seal on a new pair of FAudio IEMs, and landed on these...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.The Amperex orange globe 12AU7 would get you there and probably at a lower cost than Bugleboys. Late 60’s (1967-1970) Mullards would do...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread JM Audio Editions XTC Headphones.The more I listen to my XTC 2.5s the more they are ruining my opinion of my 2-channel speaker system that I’ve held in high regard. My...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.For what it’s worth, my HA-3A is silent with no transformer hum. It may be attributed to the quality of the power coming down the street...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Do you Garage 1217 and Schitt hybrid amp owners need a good balance control?.I did end up buying the unit SACD Lover mentioned above and agree it’s a fine solution for anyone in need of a balance function for...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-2A, Compact Tube Headphone Amplifier.@geek707 , It looks like this DDHifi rack on AE. Scroll down to the live shot stacks for a more accurate photo...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Do you Garage 1217 and Schitt hybrid amp owners need a good balance control?.Much appreciated! I’m learning that polyps in my left ear create a very slight hearing imbalance that I can only notice due to the...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.The Bendix 5992 is often called a “holy grail” 6v6gt variant, and it’s probably the most money you can throw at a pair unless you’re...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.Short cycling tube amps (quick on/off timeframes) is generally considered bad practice due to potential voltage spikes. Better to rely...
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Cayin HA-3A, a Compact 6V6s Transformer-coupled Tube Amplifier.Try a pair of Mazda 6v6gt power tubes.
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Yyakbob replied to the thread Denon AH-D9200 - 2018 Flagship - Impressions Thread.I have a pair of D9200 for sale in mint condition. Feel free to PM if interested.
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Yyakbob replied to the thread JM Audio Editions XTC Headphones.I've had the XTC 2.5 closed backs for about a week and have been letting them break-in. I realize there can be opposing views on...
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