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SamTwentyTre
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Feb 9, 2017
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TUBE RECOMMENDATIONS! 1. Voshkod 6ZH1P-EV(amazing treble) 2. Mullard M8161(if you can find any) 3. Mullard M8100(love the bass) 4. GE JAN5654W(amazing for the price) (like $7 for 5 tubes on ebay) 5. Tung-Sol 6AK5 6. Sylvania Gold Brand 5654 7. United Electron EF92(good luck finding them) 8. GE 5-Star 5654 9.RCA 5654 (Black Plate) 10. Mullard M8083 Honorable mentions: Sylvania 5654 & Mullard CV131/6CQ6
Feb 9, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Feb 9, 2017
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SamTwentyTreWhat about the ones that they can ship from massdrop? Also what do the different tubes do for your amp?
Feb 9, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 9, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerFor me, I'd just buy the default tubes, and then just buy some better tubes on ebay. You could probably find 2 different sets of the tubes I listed for the price of the tubes they offer. The tubes just change the sound up a bit. You can choose how you want your music to sound. Some add more bass, some make vocals sound better, etc.
Feb 9, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Feb 9, 2017
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SamTwentyTreHave you used the defaults on these? I was planning on getting a hd 600 and these with maybe a modi 2 do you think thats a good idea? i have heard that the hd 600's sounded neutral and that the little dot 1 were kind of darkish so it would add a little bit of flavor
Feb 9, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 9, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerThe stock tubes are "okay". They aren't that great, but you will hear a subtle difference. I'd highly recommend upgrading tubes. That's an excellent idea. I own the Modi 2 Uber, and the audio is amazing! The 600s are AMAZING with tubes!
Feb 9, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Feb 10, 2017
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SamTwentyTreDo you think the GE JAN5654W would be a good replacement? you said they were cheap and great for their price
Feb 10, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 10, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerThose are some of the best tubes for the LittleDot! I'd highly recommend them!
Feb 10, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTrealright sounds good! also if you could, could you also point out the difference between the modi 2 uber and the non uber version?
Feb 10, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 10, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerMainly just what is on the back. There are a couple extra features, but that's about it. They sound somewhat the same. The Uber might sound better, but that's if you can actually hear it.
Feb 10, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTrealright sounds good! thanks for the help!
Feb 10, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 10, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerNo problem! Glad to help!
Feb 10, 2017
Iounno
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Feb 10, 2017
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SamTwentyTreI own a pair of HD600's, what tubes would add the most soundstage and bass? Thanks man!
Feb 10, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 10, 2017
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IounnoThe Voshkod 6zh1p-ev, Mullard M8161, or Mullard M8100. The M8100 has probably the best bass, but the M8161 has the better soundstage of the three. The M8161 has so much detail, but the bass isn't as good as the M8100. The Voshkods do a great job at both. The Voshkods also have amazing treble. You really can't go wrong with any of these. They have some tubes that have amazing soundstage, but the bass isn't that great. Any of these I would recommend.
Feb 10, 2017
Vira
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Feb 10, 2017
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SamTwentyTreAny insight with this or the Vali 2? Still deciding over my first appropriate tube amp. The Vali 2 has one changeable tube slot while this has two.
Feb 10, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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ViraI'd honestly choose this. The Vali 2 is way too overpriced. This honestly has that actual "tube" sound. The Vali 2 is just a Magni 2 with a cool looking tube.
Feb 10, 2017
Vira
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Feb 10, 2017
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SamTwentyTreIs the Vali 2 really overpriced? they both carry $169 msrp on their tags though the Little Dot is $2 cheaper. Thanks for the input. I can also visually see it looks no difference to the Magni 2 ignoring the tube.
Feb 10, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 10, 2017
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ViraYeah, it's overpriced. No problem. That's literally the only difference between the two.
Feb 10, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 13, 2017
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SamTwentyTreI've ordered the amp with the WE 408s. It's it worth the $28 or just going stock and upgrading? I live in Canada and shipping can be costly
Feb 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 13, 2017
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KbaumI'd honestly buy the stock tubes and then upgrade. A lot of tubes are outside of the U.S. too, but shipping wasn't that expensive.
Feb 13, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 13, 2017
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SamTwentyTreThanks I'm getting the impression that's what others have done. Do you need to change the jumpers with others and if so is it difficult?
Feb 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 13, 2017
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KbaumYou won't need to for a lot of the best ones
Feb 13, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 13, 2017
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SamTwentyTreLast question, honestly, which would they be,? I've got hf 6xx
Feb 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumWhich what would they be?
Feb 13, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 13, 2017
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SamTwentyTreSorry texting on a bus. Which tubes would be a good option for someone that doesn't want to mess with jumpers?
Feb 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 13, 2017
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KbaumWell numbers one, three, and four are the ones I would recommend.
Feb 13, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 13, 2017
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SamTwentyTreExcellent. I've changed my order to the base amp. I'll make sure it's in good order and then try some of the tubes you recommend. Money saved and better result. Thanks for your time and recommendations.
Feb 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 13, 2017
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KbaumNo problem! You won't regret it!
Feb 13, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Feb 14, 2017
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SamTwentyTreSince i live in Canada, it he shipping for the GE JAN5654 is around 15 dollars and the tubes themselves cost about 5 while i can get the Voshkod 6ZH1P-EV for 20$ free shipping. Do you think it is better to get the Voshkods for gaming mostly?
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreThanks again. I'll let you know how things work out. Now I just have to be patient for a month, not easy.
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 14, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerCurious to know where you can order them from?
Feb 14, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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KbaumOn Ebay :) theyre about 20 ish dollars cad there and some offer free shipping
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 14, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerOh. That's great. I'm on the current drop and expect my amp in March. Once I'm sure it's in good working order I'll order the Voshkod 6ZH1P-EV .
Feb 14, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 14, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerThe Voshkods are amazing! They're the tubes I would recommend to everyone!
Feb 14, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumIt's gonna work fine. Order the tubes right now lol
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreNo changes to the jumpers?
Feb 14, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumNot with the Voshkods
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 14, 2017
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SamTwentyTreYour a good salesman. Done. Went with a higher price, but the company had more sales and a longer return policy. Thanks again. I'll let you know how things work out. If its anything like the long wait for the hd 6xx it won't be easy. That said I was lucky to get on the drop and they sound great with my dragonfly black.
Feb 14, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 14, 2017
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KbaumHaha not trying to be a salesman. I'm just trying to help people make the right decisions. No problem! The dragonfly black sounds outstanding!
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreI use the dfb on the go and at home. It will make a nice DAC for the littledot. Cheers
Feb 14, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Feb 14, 2017
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KbaumYeah
Feb 14, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreDo you think the Modi will be a good dac?
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 14, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerBy all accounts it should. I have a Cambridge audio DAC magic on my main system and a dragonfly black for everything else. Zeos liked the modi
Feb 14, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 15, 2017
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SamTwentyTreOK one more question. Do you think I need to set the internal gain switches to high, or leave them on low?
Feb 15, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 15, 2017
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KbaumWhat headphones do you have?
Feb 15, 2017
Kbaum
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Feb 15, 2017
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SamTwentyTresennheizer hd 650s, I got on the massdrop/sennheizer hd6xx colaboration. 300ohm
Feb 15, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 15, 2017
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KbaumLow gain should be fine. My K712 Pros are REALLY loud at like 12 o'clock. Your headphones are most likely harder to drive than mine, but this thing is powerful on low gain. I would just test it because I don't have a pair of Sennheisers to test it with right now.
Feb 15, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreThanks. My I don't have to turn the volume up on my dragonfly much more with my HD 650s vs my sennheizer amperiors. I'll find out. The owner's manual is scant.
Feb 15, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 15, 2017
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KbaumYou should just be able to plug it in and it'll power them easily. This little amp is POWERFUL.
Feb 15, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreExcellent. I wonder if all of us self declared audiophiles are online all the time? I was listening to some Nick Drake earlier this evening. Incredible musician, too bad his life was cut short.
Feb 15, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumYes that's so sad...
Feb 15, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreThanks again.
Feb 15, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumNo problem at all
Feb 15, 2017
Ben_Meyers_044
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Feb 20, 2017
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SamTwentyTre i want to use the Voshkod 6ZH1P-EV tubes but the little dot 1+ instruction manual doesn't say how to install those tubes
Feb 20, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 20, 2017
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Ben_Meyers_044The Voshkods are in the same family as the stock tubes. Just take out the stock tubes and pop the Voshkods in. Line up the pins with holes and there you go.
Feb 20, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Feb 20, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerOf course the Modi will be a good DAC. Sorry I didn't see your reply.
Feb 20, 2017
Ben_Meyers_044
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Feb 20, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Mar 11, 2017
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SamTwentyTreHey i recieved my little dot amp however, Theres an immense amount of static on them at the moment. I have changed the adapter and the cable so i believe it could be a tube problem? If you would be so kind to help me :)
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Mar 11, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerWhat is your LittleDot hooked up to?
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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TheGodlyAvengerDid you order it with the stock tubes? Mine was like that at first too.
Mar 11, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreYes stock tubes. However, I have seen that if i plug my rca cable to my phone then the static is almost completely gone. I had it hooked up to my computer when the static appeared
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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TheGodlyAvengerIt sounds like it's your computer then?
Mar 11, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreI guess so. However, when i connect my headphones straight to my computer theres absolutely no static at all
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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TheGodlyAvengerMan that's weird? What is your music player?
Mar 11, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreWhat do you mean music player? I mainly use it for games or spotify if that is what you mean
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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TheGodlyAvengerIs it when you listen to music and play games?
Mar 11, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreIt is the moment i plug it into my computer
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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TheGodlyAvengerWhat is your bit rate and sample rate on?
Mar 11, 2017
Kbaum
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Mar 11, 2017
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SamTwentyTreHey Sam, i got my amp a few days ago. Perfect working order. Russian tubes are amazing. I now get the tube sound. Warm, detailed, and when recorded week better ambiance. Plenty of power for my HD 6xxs. Using my dragonfly black as my DAC.
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumMan I bet that combination sounds amazing! The LittleDot is the best tube amp on a budget, or it's the best for anyone wanting to get into tubes. What music player do you use?
Mar 11, 2017
Kbaum
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Mar 11, 2017
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SamTwentyTreI'm using foobar on my PC and USB audio player pro on my Android phone. The phone player has a bit perfect setting that makes a noticeable improvement. I'm listening to Nils frahm and Olafur Arnalds. Minimalist keyboards. Studio quality download. Money well spent.
Mar 11, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreI don't know?
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumAwesome man! Glad you like it!
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Mar 11, 2017
Kbaum
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SamTwentyTreThanks for your tube recommendations. My biggest concern was the QC on the amp. I think a lot of the issues are around cables and interference. No such issues for me. Didn't bother using the supplied cables.
Mar 11, 2017
Kbaum
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KbaumOh I noticed the soundstage opened up after a few hours
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumYeah cables can mess things up. It does open up! It sounds amazing!
Mar 11, 2017
Kbaum
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Mar 11, 2017
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SamTwentyTreThanks for your encouragement. This was a great buy. Even in Canadian dollars. Keith Jarrett's Koln concert is amazing.
Mar 11, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Mar 11, 2017
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KbaumI'm going to have to check that out! No problem man!
Mar 11, 2017
Rekreated
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Mar 14, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerMight be picking up interference from your PC or monitor, just move it away and check..  
Mar 14, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Mar 17, 2017
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Rekreatedits connected to my pc xD
Mar 17, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Apr 13, 2017
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TheGodlyAvengerI found out a lot of people have that static issue. Its probably interference from something. I hope you resolved it!
Apr 13, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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SamTwentyTreI have tried many different cables as well as changing the power sources. Does not seem to work properly. I believe this to be my motherboards fault but i am not quite sure. In any case i will be changing my motherboard during the summer anyways so we will have to see xD
Apr 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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TheGodlyAvengerSounds good!!
Apr 13, 2017
bschweid
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SamTwentyTrewhat type of cable connects to a pc?
Apr 13, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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bschweidtwo female to single 3.5
Apr 13, 2017
bschweid
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TheGodlyAvengerand this drop comes with tubes right?
Apr 13, 2017
TheGodlyAvenger
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Apr 13, 2017
Whizme
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SamTwentyTremight be a little late but you're the only person I found in the comments mentioning the K712. How do you like the Dot? Any distortion or anything negative that could be mentioned? Thanks in advance!
Apr 13, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Apr 15, 2017
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WhizmeI love the little amp! To me it sounds really good! It pairs nicely with the K712s! You may get some crackling, but not all the time.
Apr 15, 2017
Kbaum
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Aug 18, 2017
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SamTwentyTreHi Sam. I've been enjoying my littledot for some time now. I was thinking of changing the amp chip. Any thoughts on what to try and who to get it from? Oh got some cables for my Sennhiesers from best in the verse. Tidied up the sound and opened up the treble a little. Only issue is one of my cats likes the texture of the cable a little too much.
Aug 18, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Aug 19, 2017
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KbaumHaha uh oh! Cats are not good around anything stringy looking. I noticed most people upgrade to the Burson V5i Opamp. That's what most people upgrade to. It's like $50-$60 on eBay.
Aug 19, 2017
Kbaum
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Aug 19, 2017
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SamTwentyTreThis cat steals hair bands. With three women in the house there are plenty of them. My braided cable is too much for him.
I'll do some reading on the op amp. Very happy at the moment, but you know.
I've been holding off on the hifiman collaboration. I'd rather focus on improving what I have, than move sideways.
thanks Alan
Aug 19, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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KbaumHaha too funny.
For sure check it out.
Improving what you have is the smart thing.
Aug 19, 2017
Kbaum
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Aug 19, 2017
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SamTwentyTreYou haven't made the plunge into to opamps?
Aug 19, 2017
SamTwentyTre
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Aug 19, 2017
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KbaumI haven't yet!
Aug 19, 2017
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