broadstone
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| Advice re the use of OTL amps vs others Tubegroover. Thanks I didn't take it in any way other than honest advice based on your experience. My concerns in that direction were already formed anyway, based on several other sources that I've been reading. The response by Atmasphere confirms... | |
| Advice re the use of OTL amps vs others Thanks, Tubegroover. That's exactly the kind of information I was looking for. Being new to tubes, what I've found and most appreciate is the warmth provided that I've not been able to find in solid state, at least in a price range that I'm able t... | |
| Advice re the use of OTL amps vs others Thanks. What you're saying regarding power and speaker impedance are the specific issues that I'm concerned about. The fact that I'm having success with the present setup has given me a sense of optimism regarding potential use of the S30. I have ... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Today I auditioned the Cary Rocket 88R for about 2 hours in my home and fell in absolute like with them. I was able to compare back and forth with the Primaluna Prologue One. The Prologues sound wonderful but I can't say enough about this 88R; I t... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Atmasphere, I, too found the published specs as 92dB sensitivity but there seems to be a very wide range of reports regarding the efficiency of these things. I was directed to a graph ( don't remember the origin) and it looks, at best, like the se... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Thanks, Oregonpapa. Over the years I've received and applied much advice from him and would readily listen to whatever he says. However, because of several pricey purchases I've recently made, consideration for purchase will have to be postponed. ... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Tubegroover, thanks. I'm very early into this tube amplification quest and appreciate all advice especially when it comes to specific types and brands and what to expect from them. From what I've read and heard, I think you're right, The DeCapos a... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Dekay, yes, I know. I forgot to mention that I DID eventually go to 100% and the results posted were those observed at that setting. Sorry for the confusion. | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Just a clarification of my last post. I think what I may have observed re symphonic playback was psychological. I don't see how volume settings on the PL could affect dynamics in this setup. BTW, I'm auditioning a used Cary Audio Rocket 88 Tuesday... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Dekay, I tried what you recommended, turning the PL volume control to 3/4 max and, thankfully, there was no perceptual difference compared to the settings that I originally described, at least in listening to solo guitar and string quartet. If the... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Soft is definitely what I prefer. If it's necessary to achieve what I experience with the Prologue in a higher powered amp, I would even trade a little perceived resolution or detail to have it. I'd rather not, of course, but that's how hooked I'v... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification OK, this is where I find myself with this issue. First, I spoke with a local audio dealer who used to sell the Reference 3A's and he confirmed what I'm reading here. These speakers have a sensitivity of 84-85 at best. That doesn't change how I fee... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Dekay, thanks, I understand now and it makes sense. Atmasphere, thanks for the advice but having just bought the ML Ethos speakers, the Reference 3 A's, and the Primaluna amp, I'm going to have to consider some less expensive fixes for awhile, at ... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Yes, Al, I took your previous explanation to heart and found that the best example of dynamic range in my favorites collection Is I n the overture from Tannheuser relative to the relatively quiet lead in to the overwhelming brass. The range in thi... | |
| Transitioning from SS to tube amplification Thanks, Grinnell. I really like these speakers and, so far at least, am pretty happy with the combination as described. I seldom listen at volumes that most would consider loud so, perhaps can keep the PL Prologue One. I currently have the preamp ... |