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Post by bluesdaddy on Mar 2, 2013 1:40:46 GMT
Shit..... these are going for £30 a pop on ebay PLUS shipping on top  Oh well, I'm not out to make a profit so will keep the prices as they are. Mike. And it is MOST appreciated. Nice to see someone do something for the community while still getting a fair value in return. Thanks again, Mike! |
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Post by coil on Mar 2, 2013 12:47:16 GMT
And btw, Philips PCC189 (A-frame, dimple getter, delta5B4, Heerlen Holland) goes much cheaper and is VERY similiar sounding tube. I have both and it`s VERY hard to make difference!
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Post by rigvader on Mar 11, 2013 11:04:45 GMT
Hello Again,
I'm happy to report that the pops/crackle I was experiencing is down to my computer. Plugging into one of the computers usb ports i got the issue. Plugging into the usb of the connected Dell screen eliminated the problem. This behavior was mirrored with my Nuforce uDac1.
I'm also happy that I was able to sell the T1 to a work mate. It simply did not gel with PSB M4U 2 headphones.
I tried connecting external dacs (uDac/DacMagic) to the line in on the T1 and the result was not good. Both these dacs work well with the headphones - the DacMagic using the headphone out of my main system pre-amp and the uDac with the built in headphone output. I concluded trying to compensate for the amp/headphone mismatch with Tube tolling would be senseless.
My workmate's Shures however sounded great with the T1, both using the Dac and using line in (with his portable player). That's component matching for you :-)
I now have a hrt microStreamer in the mail.
Thanks all!
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Post by jasonparker on Mar 13, 2013 17:34:22 GMT
Ive found on my Aune T1 that the Line IN/Out are the wrong way round on the back of the unit and are as shown in the manual, i.e Line In are the two connectors next to the USB.
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Post by coil on Mar 16, 2013 13:14:27 GMT
Mike, if you haven`t tried Amperex Orange globe yet (either single legged dimple disc GAC coded that I have or A-frame dimple disc), then certainly try it! 3 guys @ Head-Fi already confirm that it`s the best tube they have with Aune T1. It takes Aune T1 to another level. I suspect it might be the "top level" of Aune T1.
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Post by Rabbit on Mar 16, 2013 16:50:50 GMT
Do you know of a UK supplier?
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Post by PinkFloyd on Mar 16, 2013 17:52:16 GMT
Do you know of a UK supplier? I've got 5 of them Ian  |
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Post by bdjackson on Mar 16, 2013 19:25:18 GMT
I'd love to try one if you're selling Mike and the price is right.
Cheers,
Ben
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Post by Rabbit on Mar 16, 2013 19:32:57 GMT
Do you know of a UK supplier? I've got 5 of them Ian From what I've read, they emphasise the mids slightly and are very good. Looked all over the place - available in USA, some at daft prices. Do you want to sell a couple, Mike? |
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Post by bluesdaddy on Mar 19, 2013 1:24:34 GMT
Shit..... these are going for £30 a pop on ebay PLUS shipping on top Oh well, I'm not out to make a profit so will keep the prices as they are. Mike. And it is MOST appreciated. Nice to see someone do something for the community while still getting a fair value in return. Thanks again, Mike! Got one of Mike's Mullards in the mail today. It really is VERY sweet sounding in the T1. I have one of the Amperex Orange Globes (single legged, dimple disc, GAC code) and this may very well be its equal. I've got to do some more critical listening, comparing the two - but my first impression is that the upper extension is better in the Mullard without any loss of the mids. But we shall see. |
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Post by coil on Mar 19, 2013 14:12:29 GMT
"but my first impression is that the upper extension is better in the Mullard without any loss of the mids"
Wierd, for me it`s opposite - amperex has more extended & "open" highs and tinybit better mid section. But maybe it`s from tiny difference in soundstage. Anyway, imo Amperex GAC is certainly better.
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Post by bluesdaddy on Mar 19, 2013 17:38:15 GMT
"but my first impression is that the upper extension is better in the Mullard without any loss of the mids" Wierd, for me it`s opposite - amperex has more extended & "open" highs and tinybit better mid section. But maybe it`s from tiny difference in soundstage. Anyway, imo Amperex GAC is certainly better. I've got to do a side by side comparison before I can say for sure and I won't have the time to do that for a few days. Of course, lots of variables involved here, not the least of which are the headphones used. I definitely have different impressions of various tubes with my K501s versus the ATH-AD900. I will say the Mullard is the only other tube besides the GAC that made me go "woa" at first listen. |
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Post by PinkFloyd on Mar 20, 2013 11:24:34 GMT
All depends on the condition of the valve too  |
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Post by bluesdaddy on Mar 21, 2013 10:05:54 GMT
All depends on the condition of the valve too Point well taken. My Orange Globe GAC was definitely used and I believe Mike's Mullards were NOS. After further listening with the ATH-AD900s, the Mullard definitely has better high end extension - it is "airier". Its bass extends as low as the Mullard, but sounds tighter and a bit leaner to my ears. The GAC still wins out in the mid-range, but not by much. |
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Post by coil on Mar 21, 2013 20:49:20 GMT
Mike, I have some good findings (at least to me) - Ultron PCC189 & Miniwatt/Dario PCC189. Ultron is quite easy to get and very cheap (In EU at least, cheapest I know atm is 1.5€ >:(and it`s unused NOS) but Dario is hard to find. Anyway, Dario has the best tight bass & kick out of my tubes, has littlebit larger soundstage & tinybit less mids than Amperex GAC and Ultron. It`s the best tube I have for absolutely every genre music. Ultron PCC189 has similiar soundstage to Amperex GAC (maybe tinybit larger) but has more "air" and transparency, mids are better than Dario`s (maybe even same good as GAC) and tinybit less bass tightness & kick than Dario (but better than GAC). I`m starting to like Ultron same or even more than GAC but it depends very much on band`s sound & style. Both, GAC and Ultron PCC189 are best tubes for rock/metal/jazz alongside with Mullard ECC88 (which I find tinybit lacking @ highs being "dry & flat"). Also, found new best tube for atmospheric electronic music - JAN Sylvania 6922. It has tinybit larger/airy soundstage than 6922EH but tighter bass & kick. Miniwatt/Dario PCC189 & Ultron PCC189 are two top bang-for-a-buck recommendations from me! Seriously, if I`d know this in the beginning of "tube hoarding", would have stopped right there (+ 6922EH upgrade tube). Atm having eargasm with Miniwatt/Dario PCC189 + HD-681 mkII + Dead Letter Circus - This is The Warning  E: Note, Miniwatt/Dario PCC189 looks like this: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/330861699249?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648It`s not same as Miniwatt PCC189. |
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Post by Deleted on May 28, 2013 23:11:54 GMT
Anybody looking at dipping their toes in the computer audio waters,, could do much worse than start out with one of these entry level devices, which also has a quite reasonable solid state headphone amplifier section. It works even better with a modified USB cable where the red +5V lead is disconnected. Many younger people will not have even seen a vacuum tube, let alone hear what they sound like. It's also well constructed too. Regards Alex |
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Post by coil on May 29, 2013 18:45:11 GMT
head-fi forum didn`t allow to discuss about that massdrop deal, they deleted those posts. Anyway, use massdrop search box and you`ll find that good deal for Aune T1 |
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Post by Deleted on May 29, 2013 21:59:07 GMT
head-fi forum didn`t allow to discuss about that massdrop deal, they deleted those posts. Anyway, use massdrop search box and you`ll find that good deal for Aune T1 Unlike some forums, we do not delete posts without prior warning, or censor the content unless it is outside the guidelines set by Proboards. Outright advertising such as Spam is a different matter ,and will be immediately deleted. I feel that posts like yours are to the advantage of members who are unable to justify the RRP for financial reasons, and would otherwise go without. Kind Regards Alex |
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Post by coil on Nov 3, 2013 22:07:48 GMT
Still wondering if someone has tried modify these parts? I`m asking because many ppl are littlebit disappointed in Aune T1 amp part (bright sided). I`m also thinking about bypassing T1 amp part via rca to additional external amp (some prefer PA2V2, darkvoice 336, little dot etc. over it).
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Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2013 22:30:41 GMT
Still wondering if someone has tried modify these parts? I`m asking because many ppl are littlebit disappointed in Aune T1 amp part (bright sided). I`m also thinking about bypassing T1 amp part via rca to additional external amp (some prefer PA2V2, darkvoice 336, little dot etc. over it). Perhaps you should try different opamps first ? Regards Alex |
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Post by coil on Nov 7, 2013 20:31:59 GMT
Has someone in this forum tried to roll opamps with T1? I`m noob about opamps and would like to have some recommendations |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 7, 2013 21:36:43 GMT
Has someone in this forum tried to roll opamps with T1? I`m noob about opamps and would like to have some recommendations Coil Although we have one here that my son now uses, I didn't feel the need to try different I.C.s. I believe that the designers got the combination of the tube and chosen I.C. right for most listeners. What you are asking will come down to personal taste. Perhaps some other member has tried this ? Alex |
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Post by outdoorguy on Nov 17, 2013 20:43:47 GMT
Not able to find a comparison of the T1 vs x1 although both seem to be a no brain'r for the money. Can roll tubes to taste with the T1 while I can just plug the x1 in and enjoy. Both have a similiar price tag. Guys, help me, what's the difference in sound between the two? I'd like to pick one up, maybe two, might give one to boy as a Christmas present. They would be driving Grado phones. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2013 21:06:20 GMT
Not able to find a comparison of the T1 vs x1 although both seem to be a no brain'r for the money. Can roll tubes to taste with the T1 while I can just plug the x1 in and enjoy. Both have a similiar price tag. Guys, help me, what's the difference in sound between the two? I'd like to pick one up, maybe two, might give one to boy as a Christmas present. They would be driving Grado phones. I can't help you with your choice, as I have only heard the original version. They should make a fine Xmas present for a young'un, as most kids won't even know what a valve looks like. The high res capability is a bonus too. Regards Alex |
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