Gaspasser

It seems that EC amps have a certain "DNA" in common. I remember one of the senior sbafers said that EC amp could be replaced only by higher ec amps. I kinda agree with it now.

Nice. Is S7’s midrange wetter than BW2’s midrange? Or does it depend on the tubes?

It does indeed depend on tubes, I think that is an advantage of S7. With my tube setup now, the S7 is only a little wetter. The S7 has a larger stage, but the BW2 excels in clarity which is what I was looking for.

It is a beautiful album. Really putting things into perspective. Audio gear not very important lately.

so far it's like a pair of warm, beat up slippers, and a can of budweiser; shuffling around the house wondering why you're wearing old slippers and drinking bud by yourself. this is gonna take more than a listen or two. highly recommended so far.

It takes a couple listens but then you start thinking about songs like Having Been, From Far Away and Don’t Forget.

I got it on Audible, it is excellent so far. Any Wilco fan should check it out!

Huge Wilco fan. Look forward to your thoughts when you're finished.

I’m about a 1/4 through and it is awesome. It is like listening to a combo of literature and liner notes. He really knows how to write!

I have an extra set of SDR’s available

I’ve got a roll of black liner. Pm me if your interested

Thanks @Ray but I’m looking for the thick white-beige rug liner

and here: https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/system-synergy-special-sound.54/page-14#post-129407

Thanks @Changeling

Thanks @Changeling

For the $$ yes. Marv already said it is on par with RSA. I have since learned more about adjusting my arm to get the sound I’m looking for too. But $100 b-stock new Mani is a steal.

Start a thread and I will talk more about it.

I will after I have some more listening time. Due to family life, it might be a little while though.

I am currently running these motor run caps: CDE SCRN224R-F

They have two large screw terminals. 10uF, 600V, film/paper. Rather large and barely fit in the bottom of the chassis. Very powerful sounding.

I just found the CDE SCRN224R’s to try. It looks like the only difference is they are the older leaded version

Brother @Hands speaks the truth! Powerful sounding is an understatement

@Vansen more of a reference to my midfi amps (Lyr 3 and MCTH) being referred to as Corollas. Only meant obliquely to reference @Luckbad mean custom title. It was not meant as a swipe at him, I apologize if it came off that way. I am proudly mid-fi and the S7 is hopefully the king of the heap.

I'm going to try to remain Mid-Fi this time around. One thing I've learned: Never play leapfrog with a unicorn.

Your metaphors crack me up. Thanks.

Easily gives previous setup RSA Nighthawk and T3 a run for the money!

what turntable, cartridge, etc? do you have a dac to compare to?

Michell TecnoDec with Denon DL110.

I dusted it back off this morning after a few days with the TS. My initial impressions remain. It seems to add a bit of top-end splash and shimmer, which suit the AFO very well.

I may prefer the TS with the 650s, but I haven't spent much time with them since they live primarily at work.

Thanks @Gaspasser. Good to know. Now Focal just has to bring down the price. Oh, right I have ZDT Jr. coming. Dang.

The used market on the Clears is reasonable. They are built like a tank.
I barely found one at my local dealer to demo. Supply is short, demand is high. Prices will stay up unfortunately.

After hearing the loaner I figured it will not be coming down soon. I anticipate a wait, then I’ll look at the used market after the FOM folks are ready to move on to something else. Glad you are enjoying your new gear!

Thank you, Sir! Will keep trying to deliver. :)

The attack comments are from the Burson Violectric thread and I also reference Torq’s Woo Monoblocks thread

What he said.

Oh I see, well either way, life's too damn short; plus there's so much wisdom, knowledge & experience, left to share & gain, between us all.
I do believe that most of us (on SBAF at least) don't hold any ulterior motives nor bad intentions; we're all on this journey together, so to speak (granted that some <fine> folks, might/do have somewhat raised expectations, egos & biases) but even if so, still: No harm no foul?

This made me laugh

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