[alxw0w]

Wow, you went all in! Pure class and shiny luxury! A bit, like a Pagani supercar.

 

[Pharmaboy]

I'm seeing a few others arrived today, so figured I should share mine as well. First stabilized pair and I couldn't be happier. They're gorgeous and they sound even better!!!! The new cable pairs perfectly.

A gorgeous headphone like that needs a glamorous cable. Great match-up!

 

[493756]

Along with the Caldera Closed the @L0rdGwyn collab amp "AEGIS" will be (has been) released at the same time (8:30am CST May 10th). 50 120V units and 25 230V units will be available at the release price of $200 off.

Purchase Page: https://shop.zmfheadphones.com/collections/amps-dacs/products/aegis-amplifier

Along with the Official Aegis ZMF thread: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/zmf-aegis-official-thread.972476/, don't forget to read up on the Aegis DIY thread as well as the "Unofficial ZMF Amplifier Thread" where you can find info on the Aegis, how it pairs with just about any headphone, and more.

There's also a review page up here: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/zmfheadphones-aegis-amplifier.27206/reviews

For the product page with further info: https://www.zmfheadphones.com/aegis-amp

And ofcourse, meet the man himself @L0rdGwyn in our exclusive YouTube interview!

Pics:

This to me is one of the prettiest works of art. I need to start saving up for this.

 

[jsabini1]

Along with the Caldera Closed the @L0rdGwyn collab amp "AEGIS" will be (has been) released at the same time (8:30am CST May 10th). 50 120V units and 25 230V units will be available at the release price of $200 off.

Purchase Page: https://shop.zmfheadphones.com/collections/amps-dacs/products/aegis-amplifier

Along with the Official Aegis ZMF thread: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/zmf-aegis-official-thread.972476/, don't forget to read up on the Aegis DIY thread as well as the "Unofficial ZMF Amplifier Thread" where you can find info on the Aegis, how it pairs with just about any headphone, and more.

There's also a review page up here: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/zmfheadphones-aegis-amplifier.27206/reviews

For the product page with further info: https://www.zmfheadphones.com/aegis-amp

And ofcourse, meet the man himself @L0rdGwyn in our exclusive YouTube interview!

Pics:

The power button looks a bit like The Eye of Sauron!

It's a gorgeous amp!

 

[meomap]

Just gave up. I tried for 48 hrs.....
ORDEREDDDDDDD.

ALO STUDIO SIX
WA6SE
PL DIALOGUE HP INT. AMP

Now this for another headphone tube amp ( hopefully Last one ? ). Well, I really like the look of WA23 Luna, but it's so dam Expensive....

 

[meomap]

Time to shop 6SL7 tubes.....

 

[erics75]

Time to shop 6SL7 tubes.....

Prepare for some sticker shock. Not 300b shock, but still pretty eye watering.

 

[erics75]

The power button looks a bit like The Eye of Sauron!

It's a gorgeous amp!

Thanks! Now I cannot unsee that!!!!!

 

[L0rdGwyn]

Time to shop 6SL7 tubes.....

You can get some nice pairs in the $50-75 range, but for the most sought after, you're looking at $200+ a pair (e.g., Tung-Sol 6SU7GTY, RCA 5691, Mullard ECC35). You definitely don't need to go all the way to the top for great sound though!

 

[AnyDave]

You can get some nice pairs in the $50-75 range, but for the most sought after, you're looking at $200+ a pair (e.g., Tung-Sol 6SU7GTY, RCA 5691, Mullard ECC35). You definitely don't need to go all the way to the top for great sound though!

There are still deals to be had, though. I don't think I've paid over $100 for any of the 5691 pairs I have.

 

[meomap]

You can get some nice pairs in the $50-75 range, but for the most sought after, you're looking at $200+ a pair (e.g., Tung-Sol 6SU7GTY, RCA 5691, Mullard ECC35). You definitely don't need to go all the way to the top for great sound though!

Can I use 6V6 in place of 6SL7 location to test it out?

 

[L0rdGwyn]

Can I use 6V6 in place of 6SL7 location to test it out?

You can use 6V6 outputs, but not inputs. This amp has an unusual topology that requires a high gain input tube in the input stage (6SL7). There are a few others options with adapters, but for the most part 6SL7 is the go to input tube. There is much, much more variety in terms of rectifiers and output tubes however.

 

[meomap]

You can use 6V6 outputs, but not inputs. This amp has an unusual topology that requires a high gain input tube in the input stage (6SL7). There are a few others options with adapters, but for the most part 6SL7 is the go to input tube. There is much, much more variety in terms of rectifiers and output tubes however.

Thanks. I guess I have to shop around for 6SL7 type....

Already got KT88, EL34, 247B, 5AR4 around...to test it.

Can I use 6SN7 or that is for Pre Amp section only?

 

[L0rdGwyn]

Thanks. I guess I have to shop around for 6SL7 type....

Already got KT88, EL34, 247B, 5AR4 around...to test it.

Can I use 6SN7 or that is for Pre Amp section only?

Wow, you've got a pretty good starter pack! No 6SN7 I'm afraid.

 

[meomap]

Wow, you've got a pretty good starter pack! No 6SN7 I'm afraid.

Thanks.
I have others from 4 different kind of tube amps around....

Even my DAC and PA have tubes in it.

Well, start shopping for 6SL7....any recommended brands....
Tung Sol, Linlai, WE, RCA, Mullard?