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    Yes but now you probably have to return the whole box and the replacement might have an issue...

    Yes but now you probably have to return the whole box and the replacement might have an issue elsewhere. This is what I alluding to.
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 21, 2024 at 11:33 PM
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    Have to be careful buying big box sets these days. The likelihood of one of the lp's being crap...

    Have to be careful buying big box sets these days. The likelihood of one of the lp's being crap is high. Most new vinyl is garbage these days,...
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 21, 2024 at 9:47 PM
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    It happens a lot on MJ3 apparently

    It happens a lot on MJ3 apparently
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 21, 2024 at 9:28 AM
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    Summer is typically slower for audio stuff as well.

    Summer is typically slower for audio stuff as well.
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 16, 2024
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    Dcs got dropped by at least one really great audio "store" already. Hopefully more to come.

    Dcs got dropped by at least one really great audio "store" already. Hopefully more to come.
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 14, 2024
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    Poor guy lol sucks to start out that way. Be sure to let him know, not only shut the amp off but...

    Poor guy lol sucks to start out that way. Be sure to let him know, not only shut the amp off but wait until the tube is fully cooled to swap it...
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 11, 2024
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    How do you pull a tube with an amp on ? Isn't it very hot ? If they have to be told that they...

    How do you pull a tube with an amp on ? Isn't it very hot ? If they have to be told that they probably shouldn't be using tube amps haha
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jul 11, 2024
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    FS: Nitsch #4 Pietus Maximus w/ESS card

    Sold please close @shotgunshane or whoever does that. I can remember lol Thanks
    Post by: HotRatSalad, Jul 4, 2024 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    FS: Nitsch #4 Pietus Maximus w/ESS card

    Will be posting DNA Sonett2 soon with bunch of extra tubes as well. Help a guy pay for his starlett !
    Post by: HotRatSalad, Jul 1, 2024 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    FS: Ferrum Oor + Hypsos

    I'll trade you guys some amps but I will resell the ferrum for as much as possible?
    Post by: HotRatSalad, Jun 29, 2024 in forum: For Sale
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    FS: Nitsch #4 Pietus Maximus w/ESS card

    Bought this at launch, excellent condition, has the newest ESS card. Comes with original packing for shipping. $535 shipped NET PayPal. PM for...
    Thread by: HotRatSalad, Jun 23, 2024, 3 replies, in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    Sodium bombs ... That's probably more dangerous than the capsaicin.

    Sodium bombs ... That's probably more dangerous than the capsaicin.
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jun 12, 2024
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    I usually turn the flap on the pad inside out all the way around then go for it. Still sucks though.

    I usually turn the flap on the pad inside out all the way around then go for it. Still sucks though.
    Profile Post Comment by HotRatSalad, Jun 10, 2024
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    NITSCH Sound Pietus Maximus Optimus Prime Review - The Touch

    I don't think anyone said you bought the wrong headphone. Opinions are opinions. I don't always agree with everyone either. I have clear OG and...
    Post by: HotRatSalad, Jun 1, 2024 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units