Recent content by vkhong

Priced at $1195, I think I know which amp it is. You'll be fine. I had that amp for a while before I sold it to another tube amp enthusiast. I still have the original Latino VTA ST-70 which was the unit reviewed at ASR. I settled on Winged C EL34 power tubes and RCA 12AU7 clear-top driver tubes...

I calibrate my VU3 to 25W at the 0 dB reading using a dummy 8-ohm load and 3.125 Vrms using a digital o-scope with the knob level set at 12 o'clock. There is also a pot behind each meter for fine adjustment. My loudspeaker is 102 dB at 1W, so that is plenty loud for me.

Yes. The IR from a smartphone proximity sensor (when you place phone against your ear) also dims the VU meter.

I prefer IEMs too. I would go for something like the Fiio BTR5 to keep my phone wire-free. The BTR3 has Bluetooth LDAC which works well with my Google Pixel phone.

I am one who enjoys dabbling with older hi-fi loudspeakers. Common issues I run into deteriorating crossover networks, surround rot, left/right mismatched replacement drivers, etc. Of course, that's what make those initially out-of-reach items affordable now. With a quality multichannel...

Amir is already in possession of a modded DCX ;)

The owner's manual is available under "Documentation" at: https://www.behringer.com/product.html?modelCode=P0B6H The EQ features are listed beginning on page 12 in the owner's manual, shown as follows:

"LIPS is an acronym for 'Leema Intelligent Protocol System'. It is a communication bus that enables Leema components to communicate with other units in the Leema range. The communication enables simple control of power on/off from one unit, right up to the control of all functions in a Leema...

Re-marketed with a more realistic power rating? Black Magic 25

Current price $495 + $30 shipping. It's a little pricey at $529. I may try and get a used unit (much) later!

I think I am going to get the miniDSP Flex to replace my 2-channel audio system comprising of a Topping DAC and a Carver C-1 pre-amp which I use for line-level pass-through for dual subs. Main source: MacBook Pro USB (Amazon/Apple Music at 24/192) miniDSP Flex for input selection: MacBook Pro...

@captainbeefheart Can you share more information about the amplifiers you build? If there is sufficient interest from the members, I think @amirm could be persuaded to test your amplifier.

I thought the appeal of the SACD format is multi-channel analog information with lower SNR and higher headroom. A high-end CD deck (stereo) makes sense and the SACD compatibility was probably thrown in at the request of the marketing team. Perhaps the strengths of the SA-10 lie in areas of...

I am a fan of Don and Dave Grusin. I particularly like the live-tracked "Mountain Dance". It was my introduction to contemporary jazz.

The amp would be great for a set of subwoofer and tactile transducers. That's a lot of LFE and rumble!