albertporterAlbert Porter's SystemI would save my money and purchase used VTL 750's with Infinicaps. Many 750's were built by VTL with both the resistor and Infinicap mod from the factory.What you propose doing to the 450's... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSorry I did not respond sooner. What caps are in the 450 now, MIT ? posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Lencos Without BordersMario, thank you, what a memory you have! My son is home for the summer working between semesters. It's great having him here again.I offered my Lenco to him but he was afraid to take it to... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Lencos Without BordersPretty workmanship on the Lenco table, congratulations on your hard work. I must say too, you live in a beautiful neighborhood, I love the big trees! Seeing the old Metzner again after all ... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI've never purchased a new VTL amp, all four of mine were bought used. However, based on a dozen or so other tube amps I've purchased new, I estimate 200 to 600 hours break in depending on ... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJustin, your comments about the Toshiba seem to mirror those of other Audiogon members, what a great community! So glad I read those and waited for your response before spending money on a DVD/CD t... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJustin, regarding your post:After listening to a CD on the Toshiba I think I am going to keep my Pioneer Elite for CD, SACD, and DVD-A playback. However I was using the S... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemDgad, I agree with your experiences with the VTL 750. I love mine in Tetrode and was disappointed with Triode. Triode was lackluster, non dynamic and seemed looser and less controlled.Perha... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemNrostov, Funny you mention the Toshiba HD DVD, a good friend who's opinion I respect a lot says go to Best Buy and get one now. He too remarked at how much improved standard DVD's were with that pl... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemDon't switch while the amp is on, other than that you can experiment to see what you prefer. On my VTL 750's I prefer Tetrode over Triode.Once you get accustomed to them I can give you sugg... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI think everyone loves Miles Davis and I'm no different, I must have 30 or 40 Miles LP's. I think your point and mine are the same, there are lots of choices in Jazz and we should experiment with n... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemI didn't know that these guys were overlooked. Who exactly do people talk about when they discuss great music? Just take a look at the forums here at Aud... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJustin, I agree it's a great album. I bought the Duke Ellington/Johnny Hodges original and later, the single sided 45 RPM pressings as well, because I liked the music so much.Judgin... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemSiemens tubes returned in excellent condition, thanks for shipping them so promptly. I sincerely hope you find the right tubes for your CJ. posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Ampex 351 ProjectKen,I'm sending an email to Bottlehead to see if a list exists. If these are good titles, I'm interested.As for the rebuild job on my tape machine, I'm very pleased with the mechani... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemNrostov, sorry the tubes I loaned you did not clear the CJ chassis, that Siemens model is extra tall.Let me know what tubes you choose if only for future reference. posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Ampex 351 ProjectKen, Thanks for the tip on master copies at Bottlehead, I would definitely like to take advantage of that.My Ampex has the advantage of twin head blocks, one is stock (as yours) and... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemNew Old Stock. Sorry, everyone uses the abbreviation and I got into the habit as well. posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemJustin, those are NOS, have zero hours on them. I don't know how they will react in your CJ, but assume 15-20 hours will tell you everything you need to know. Don't worry if they are not to... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemDave,Analog front end, boy that's a tough one to try and guess for you. There are so many great entry level tables, probably more than any other time in audio. I guess going from least expe... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemClark,The template provided by Dali worked perfect in my room. Listening with eyes closed, you cannot tell where the speakers are and the soundstage, depth and musical placement changes wit... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Ampex 351 ProjectCome on Nate, bring one of those frozen custards and lets see how long it lasts in July in Dallas :^). posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Ampex 351 ProjectThank you. I am especially impressed with the Ampex ATR, Studer C37 series and AEG 'Magnetophon 20.Lots of great old analog players out there. I just got the Ampex operational, the problem ... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter Ampex 351 ProjectHornblower, that would be EXCELLENT! I am willing to dub a couple of mine if your interested. My treasure is an original first generation safety that was recorded half track 15 IPS. The dec... posted over 18 years ago | View comment | |
Albert Porter's SystemKen, tubes are brand new, test perfect and everything looks right, but this is a tricky Ampex to troubleshoot. I had it custom built with two head blocks. (1) Is original Ampex 351 half tra... posted over 18 years ago | View comment |