ical 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) Got a feeling that you'll get it when I heard that you're dropping by Sky Audio. Excellent pre. Btw, did I heard that someone saying that he wouldn't upgrade for a long time. Edited August 28, 2009 by ical Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kidult 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 Got a feeling that you'll get it when I heard that you're dropping by Sky Audio. Excellent pre. Btw, did I heard that someone saying that he wouldn't upgrade for a long time. ya, that was 6 days ago hehe... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ical 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) Well, at least more new toys coming up for the meet. Edited August 28, 2009 by ical Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uberburger101 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 Ernest's rig is getting very scary. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kachui 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 6 X 24 X 60 X 60 = 518400 seconds....that is a long long time...remember, it only took 9.58 sceonds to run 100 metres. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uberburger101 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 What are the tubes used in your new pre-amp? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kachui 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) What are the tubes used in your new pre-amp? All three 12AX7...although the first and the last 5751 was recommended...at the moment, using two GE5151 and Mullard CV4003...not the good ones. The rectifier tube is Sovtek 5U4G, it is the stock tube that comes with it...recommended to get GEC U52. Sigh...all this new to me... _____________________________________________ Corrections: Checked the tubes closely, and found I was given wrong info: These are the tubes are are used on the M7: Two GE JAN5751 and one Mullard CV4004 Edited August 28, 2009 by Kachui Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ical 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 The rectifier tube is Sovtek 5U4G, it is the stock tube that comes with it...recommended to get GEC U52. You can also go for nos Mullard CV378 (slim bottle), available at Well Audio. GEC U52 is very difficult to find now unless you're willing to pay it's high price. https://www.tubeworld.com/gz37.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kachui 0 Report post Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) You can also go for nos Mullard CV378 (slim bottle), available at Well Audio. GEC U52 is very difficult to find now unless you're willing to pay it's high price. https://www.tubeworld.com/gz37.htm Thanks, bro. I really know almost nothing when it comes to tubes. After closer inspection of the tubes on my M7, realized Steven (skyaudio) may have made typo mistake when he sms the info of the tubes to me: the two GE tubes are JAN5751 (not 5151)and the Mullard is CV4004 (not 4003). The CV4004 is actually a pretty decent tube according to the write-up on it. Edited August 28, 2009 by Kachui Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uberburger101 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2009 5751! I've been reading up a lot on that tube model since my Ear+ HD uses it. Damn, I recently sold off my spares. Try to go for the triple mica versions, my current favourite is the GE 1950s triple mica black plate. Price a little steep though. The extra mica helps to reduce noise floor and microphonics. These are the triple mica grey plates. And these are the triple mica black plates. If you're fishing on eBay let me know, I might want to get a few spares. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kachui 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2009 ahh...thanks for the recommendation...wallet going to suffer again... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jojo_b2 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2009 @Kachui Nice Rig! Waah I didn't even get a chance to hear your original rig. Haha! I'm quite interested to know how it sounds if time permits. Just an update after 50 +/- hours of burn in my RS1 sounds brighter than my HD800 lol! I get a warmer presentation on my HD800. The Apache extensions on highs and bass is showing already. I was WOWed this after noon listening to my Demo CD (you guys know what it is already). But I have to admit it doesn't have that lush presentation on the mid range specially on vocals that one can get w/ tubes. But I really really love how my rig SLAMs!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jig_sg 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2009 @Kachui Nice Rig! Waah I didn't even get a chance to hear your original rig. Haha! I'm quite interested to know how it sounds if time permits. Just an update after 50 +/- hours of burn in my RS1 sounds brighter than my HD800 lol! I get a warmer presentation on my HD800. The Apache extensions on highs and bass is showing already. I was WOWed this after noon listening to my Demo CD (you guys know what it is already). But I have to admit it doesn't have that lush presentation on the mid range specially on vocals that one can get w/ tubes. But I really really love how my rig SLAMs!!! Bro, how are the cables? Love to hear your opinion. It may determine if they are keepers or .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kachui 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2009 Looks very simple...of course the power supply is separated...but the M7 has turned my HD800 into a bass monster...and I don't mean boomy bass, but tight, punchy, slam-dunk deep bass... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sep90 0 Report post Posted August 29, 2009 great rigs haha so long for wont upgrade for a quite a while hahaha btw some pics to share.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
