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Hafler 500 back in rotation
EmperorNorton:
Thanks and not a big deal. Going to order a switch ($10) after I open up the Hafler. I would like to use that almost new solder station at least a few times a year!!
EmperorNorton:
Opened up the Hafler and looks like switch should be an easy fix. Also looks like nothing got fried.
Hopefully picking up a switch from a local forum member tomorrow (thanks, Ron!)
MacGeek:
looks like you may not get to use your soldering station after all.
Sir Thrift-a-Lot:
--- Quote from: MacGeek on March 27, 2019, 08:42:00 AM ---looks like you may not get to use your soldering station after all.
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/Valve-6J1-DIY-Tube-Amplifier-Preamp-AMP-Pre-Amplifier-Board-Headphone-Buffer-Kit/264199008396?hash=item3d837cf08c:g:xD8AAOSwIo5awf~e
Vpgh:
--- Quote from: Sir Thrift-a-Lot on March 27, 2019, 09:43:24 AM ---
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Valve-6J1-DIY-Tube-Amplifier-Preamp-AMP-Pre-Amplifier-Board-Headphone-Buffer-Kit/264199008396?hash=item3d837cf08c:g:xD8AAOSwIo5awf~e
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Unfortunately, any tube buffer doesn't fix the influence of NFB in SS amplifier and poor engineering. That's the reason why tube and SS amplifiers sound different in most cases. And, there is a magic of tube amps sound. Not just to "mellow" tube sounding or vintage tube equipment "charm" that is actually significant high-frequencies roll-off. The best way to describe the difference is compare the guitar's (actually, any "strings") or bell's record on SS and tube amp.
Otherwise, it will be cheap and easy-peasy solution for everyone.
Moreover, the BJT and MOSFET output stage amplifiers sound different! It is all about physics. However, the listeners separate on 2 categories: music lovers and audiophiles. Audio-collector is a different sickness :)
I had an custom tube amp with power output 6 (six) W per channel that works fine with my old Focal floor-standers and friend's big floor standing speakers PMC EB1i (retail was good over $10k). I say "fine" - plays rock like Rammstein or electronic like Depeche Mode similar impression as at live concert venue.
"The engineers make planes flying. The musicians make people crying."
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