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Further Information: Transformers: Canadian-made Hammond transformers, known for their reliable and steady power supply, deliver a full 20Hz-20KHz frequency range, delivering 6 watts/channel. Main Tubes: British-made PX-25 tubes, celebrated for their detailed, rich sound. Additional Tubes: Incorporates 12AX7 and 5R4 rectifier valves for an all-encompassing sound experience. Operates on 8 Ohms, switchable to 4 Ohms or 16 Ohms to match your system's requirements. Hand-assembled by an expert technician with years of experience in valve and sound technology. Designed with the dedicated audiophile in mind, this amplifier delivers an authentic, high-quality sound through its custom design, enhanced by the reliability of Hammond transformers and British PX-25 tubes. The result is a unique sonic signature that uncovers new nuances in your favourite tracks, turning each listening session into a fresh experience. I've found that the PX-25 tube when harmoniously paired with the right equipment, unveils a kind of auditory alchemy that turns each note into pure magic.

Further Information: Relisted noting comments from other values members. This sublime power amplifier is being sold as new. It has been sitting on a shelf as part of stock . I have assembled and cleaned it. The valves are still running in with about 40 hours of use so far I am running it through my Quad EL57s. It is matched with a CARY SLP50 pre amplifier also listed for sale separately. ( I will consider a package) The amplifier when new had a rrp of $7800. If no sale I will definitely consider keeping. Any shipping is via pack and send and entirely at buyers risk and cost. Happy to demo in my studio South of Sydney about an hour away . Can ship but suggest pick up or could deliver within reasonable distance.

Further Information: For your consideration. Originally sold for almost $2700. This pre amplifier is currently matched with the CARY CAD 2A3 power amplifier also for sale on this forum.(Will consider a package price if interested) Like the power amplifier it has been sitting on a shelf for a while untouched. It has around 20 hours of use as I evaluate it for sale. My friend is moving OS and has asked me to help. Bottom end power and sound stage are all second to none as I listen via my EL56 QUADs . At the head end is currently a Sony CDP3100 broadcast CD player running via a Eastern Electric tube DAC. I love it and will be seriously considering buying myself if there are no interested parties..

Further Information: This sublime power amplifier is being sold as new. It has been sitting on a shelf as part of stock . I have assembled and cleaned it. The valves are still running in with about 20hours of use so far I am running it through my Quad EL56s. It is matched with a CARY SLP50 pre amplifier also listed for sale separately. ( I will consider a package) The amplifier when new had a rrp of $7800. If no sale I will definitely consider keeping. Happy to demo in my studio South of Sydney about an hour away . Can ship but suggest pick up or could deliver within reasonable distance.

Up for sale is my Italian beauty. The Unico Primo is a Unison Research's hybrid valve / class A integrated amplifier. Made in Italy, with plenty of power and kick that you would expect from a Class A MOSFET output and then the fun and sweetness of a Class A Valve input stage which allows you to play with different tubes for different sounds. It aslo has the lovely phono stage installed... so full retail is $3,499. I have swapped out the original tube for this Mullard 12AX7, I still have the original for you to try too. Check out how this beauty is built, but maybe this guy can tell it's story better than I can. Recently serviced by Kimil Electronics in Sydney (he is the Unison Research specialist in Australia) Technical characteristics Output power: 85W RMS on 8 Frequency response: -0.1dB @ 10Hz, – 0.5dB @ 100kHz Input stage: Pure A Class Tube stage (1 x ECC83/12AX7) Output stage: Dynamic A Class POWER MOSFET complementary pair Inputs: 5 line unbalanced (1 phono optional) Line Outputs: 1 tape, 1 sub (volume controlled) Outputs connectors: 4 + 4 bi-wiring Power consumption: 340W max Dimensions: 43.5cm x 9.5cm x 43cm PM with any questions. Thanks.

Item:Manley Stingray amplifier Location: Bolwarra, NSW Price: $1500 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: No longer using Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Manley Stingray Integrated Amplifier Excellent Condition! Clearing out the store room! Will box securely for collection.. Oh the sweet sound of EL84's!! Pictures:

It has been 3 years since I started my 2 channel sound system. Old system - Budget ~$1000 each component Rega P3-24 (with mods added piece by piece over 2 years) Soundsmith VPI Zephyr Moving Iron High Output cartridge Sutherland Ph3D Battery Powered Phono Stage Audio Space 6IRE KT88 push-pull Integrated Amplifier Castle Knight 4 3-way Floorstand, upgraded to B&W CM8 3-way Floorstand after a year In the last 12 months, I have been slowly upgrading my system piece by piece. The latest acquisition is a pair of second hand Wilson Benesch Square 2 from the wonderful AudioAddict* 3 weeks ago and I couldn't be happier with the speakers. I am very happy now I have a very good analogue setup, for what I can(barely) afford, and I have enjoyed the journey tremendously. I enjoy listening to the music each time I put a record on. I am satisfied with what I have now, with maybe one more component I would like to change. A powerful valve amplifier to match with the WBSQ2. Although the Audio Space's match well with the WBSQ2, I know they are not getting the WBSQ2 to sing as well as they potentially could. A few people have given advice that WBSQ2 works best with a powerful solid state amp, but this is a sentimental choice, I have always wanted a turntable and a tube amplifier, so I will stick with a tube amp. I was also advised to speak to Elson who makes the beautiful Cymer amps but due to my recent expenditures on audio gears, I am broke! I won't have any extra fund for audio for quite a few months and I have a small budget. I am not sure how much a $3000 budget can get for a custom made valve amp, so at the moment I just want to see what other options I have, before I'll do anything. Current system - Budget ~$3000 each component Rega RP8 Shelter 7000 MC + Apheta MC Low Output Cartridge Simaudio Moon 310P Phono Preamp (considering adding the 320S power supply in a far far away future, might also try the drop dead gorgeous Fosgate Signature II Phono Preamp when I get a pay rise!) Audio Space 6IRE KT88 push-pull Integrated Amplifier (to upgrade) Wilson Benesch Square 2 2-way Floorstand Down to the last component, I think it's a little bit trickier now and I would certainly like to choose carefully. I am out of my depth in amps/speakers matching department and have no clues. I tried to read some technical info but I couldn't understand it with my chicken brain, all I can fathom is the impedance and sensitivity of speakers affect the performance. So I need recommendations and the purpose of starting this thread is to get a list of valve amps which will get the juice out of the WBSQ2, get the system amp configuration right, at the same time possibly a valve amp which is aesthetically pleasing, an object of desire to my eyes and within my budget. Only if such amp exists? So if you could, please recommend a valve amp which meets the criteria below, I would appreciate if you could attach a picture if it's your amp, or just something from the internet, I love looking at valve amp porn, especially when they display their tubes: 1. $3000 & under new, preferably used but in great condition for better value. 2. One that would bring out the WBSQ2's full potential. 3. Tubes to be proudly on display, not hidden, no complicated cage. 4. Aesthetically pleasing to my taste, an object of desire. (Simple and clean line, no brutal looking giant amps. Please see pictures for reference) My dream amps for style reference (When I win a lottery...) 1.Audio Note UK Gaku on 2. Airtight AT1S 3. Shindo Corton-Charlemagne80 4. McIntosh 275 5. Ayon - Spirit 6.Audio Research VSi60. 7.NAT- Se2se 8. Traformatic Experience Elegance Australian amps I love. 1. Cymer - 300b 2. Supratek - Mondeuse 5. Preferably available within the Australia (prefer to spend the budget on the amp, not on shipping cost). There are a few amps I have been considering which have been appearing in the classified sections but unfortunately they are not in my preferred styles. Weston Time Machine, JTLi, Mystere, Melody, Icon Audio. What I have in mind, questions and confusion: 1. Should I get a power amp and not an integrated? So it goes Moon phono pre > power amp so I am not doing double pre? I would prefer a simpler setup with less boxes. So if Moon Phono Pre + Integrated is a good setup, I won't be worried about changing it. 2. Should I get a passive volume control/line stage + power valve amp? I would need one power amp with a volume control since the Moon phono pre does not have one. I have only seen a volume control on a higher end valve power amp, it's unaffordable and I have limited the choice and spread my budget on 2 components? 3. Which of the configuration work best? 4. If I were to get a power amp, should I get a mono block? What are their benefits over a single power amp? Is it just more power? 5. Since I am quite happy with the Audio Space, is it more economical to just upgrade the internal parts (i.e: capacitors) like a SNAer suggested to me a few months ago? What specification should I upgrade it to so the Audio Space could drive the WBSQ2 effortlessly? 6. Which type of valve amp should I consider? I would love to experience with other tube amps but it seems push-pull KT88/KT90/KT120 are the more powerful ones so I should forget about EL32, Single Ended 845 etc...? I am not all for the power, I enjoy delicate music too. A balanced system is what I am looking for. Music I listen to: 1. Doof doof electronics - Underworld - Second Toughest In The Infants 2. Quiet electronics - Nils Frahm - Felt 3. Heavier Indie Rock - Arctic Monkeys 4. Beautiful quieter Folksy Indie Rock - Volcano Choir - Repave 5. Melancholic Alternative Rock - Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - The Boatman's Call 6. Some classical - Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons 7. Little Jazz & prog rock 8. No rap or heavy metal *I would like to thank Mr.AudioAddict here not only for the fabulous speakers, also for being such a kind and generous gentleman, making the desision so much easier and the experience breezy and enjoyable. Also thank you Juiceter and Houdinifangs for your generous help.) Specs for AudioSpace 6iRE KT88 Input Impedance: > 100Kohm (RCA) Output Impedance: 4, 8 ohm Output Power: 48W x 2 Class AB2 P-P (Ultralinear) *56W x 2 Max. / 23.5W x 2 Class AB2 P-P (Triode) *28W x 2 Max. Damping Factor: > 5 Frequency Response: 20Hz - 30KHz / -1dB T.H.D.: < 1% 20Hz - 20KHz (Ref. Output) Total Gain: 29dB Input Sensitivity: 300mV-600mV S/N Ratio: > 89dB (Hum Noise < 3mV) Channel Balance: /- < 1dB 20Hz-20KHz (Max. Volume) Channel Separation: > 60dB (1KHz-3.3KHz) Tubes: KT-88 x 4, 6SL7 x 2, 6SN7 x 2 Specs for Wilson Benesch SQ2 Description: 2 Way, true linear phase, ported enclosure with assisted bass radiator. Drive units: 1 x 170mm (7in) Wilson Benesch Tactic Drive Unit. 1 x 25mm (1in) Soft Dome Hand painted Silk, Ultra Linear Wilson Benesch Specific Tweeter. Low frequency loading: Assisted radiator and tuned port at the base of the cabinet. Frequency range: -6dB at 50Hz and 30kHz / -3dB at 60Hz and 25kHz Frequency response: 60Hz to 24Khz +/- 2dB on axis. Sensitivity: 88dB spl at 1 metre on axis. 2.83V Input. Impedance: 6 Ohms nominal, 4 Ohms minimum. Crossover: Second order tweeter crossover. Selected polypropylene capacitors and air cored inductors are used throughout. Crossover frequencies: 5kHz Internal wiring: Multi-stranded, silver plated copper, PTFE jacketed cable harnesses. Soldered connections throughout. Short path PCB design. Input connections: Links supplied for single or bi-wire application. Bi-wireable, in-house machined rhodium plated copper alloy terminals. Power handling: 200W peak unclipped program.

Item: Pathos Classic One Integrated Location: Canberra ACT Price: $900 Item Condition: Used, in near mint condition Reason for selling: Upgrade Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: I cannot find the remote control at the moment but will continue the search, price is reflected to that assumption of it being lost. If I find it, consider it a bonus. Stock photos below, due to camera failure. Happy to demo at home for local buyers. Courier and Australia Post with insurance please for interstate buyers. Reviews here: http://www.tnt-audio.com/ampli/pathos-classic1_e.html http://www.soundstage.com/revequip/pathos_classic_one.htm Pictures:

has any one any experience with the new Little Bear Preamp on EBay - the one that sells for about $85 not the $45 one? I have bought one and am still waiting for it. It will be going between my Cambridge Audio CD player and my Emotiva UPA 500 power amp. I want to listen to the power amp and thought this would be the fastest way. The Linkwitz LXmini's have started construction which is why I have the Emotiva This is the preamp http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/301321354737?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

I just came across this video about the manufacture of valves. For anyone interested in valves it's a must watch. The KR Audio 300B valves I bought in the past seem less expensive after seeing this.

Item: Audio Research LS2 Valve Line Stage Preamp (Silver) including Amperex 6DJ8 Bugle Boy value and spare Amperex 6DJ8 Bugle Boy valve Location: Vermont, VIC Price: $1350 (Free pickup. I will ship, including interstate, at buyers expense, including insurance. I do not have the original shipping box but will ensure the item is carefully packed to avoid any damage.) Item Condition: Excellent (Sonically) and minor scratches as expected for its age Reason for selling: Upgraded to 2nd hand Audio Research LS25 Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Original unmodified 240V international version. Voltage has not been converted unlike some imported US 120V products being sold on eBay. Specifications: http://www.arcdb.ws/LS2/LS2.html Pictures: I have attached 6 photos.

Item: Melody SHW 1688 ii Tube Preamplifier Location: Lara, VIC, 3212 Price: $1250 ONO PRICE REDUCED: $1099. Item Condition: Excellent (There is a couple of faint scratch marks on the tube cage). Reason for selling: Lack of room, renovations, moving to headphones for the time being. Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, Bank Deposit, COD Only Extra Info: This is a 220 volt version and will come with a step down transformer. An absolutely beautiful looking and sounding preamplifier. Do a quick Google search and you will find numerous glowing reviews. I was using my Audiolab M-Dac direct to power amplifier before buying this and could't believe my ears once I included the Melody in the system. The soundstage opened right up and the separation between instruments was incredible. 2 sets of high level and low level outputs. 4 sets of inputs. http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/melody/1688.html http://www.stereo.net.au/forums/index.php?/topic/5219-melody-1688s-pre-amp/ http://www.stereomojo.com/FSIreport2007.htm Also see my Bryston 4BSST2 for sale here: http://www.stereo.net.au/forums/index.php?/topic/63088-fs-bryston-4bsst2/ And the Dynaudio Contour S3.4s pictured will be posted shortly. Pictures: Edit: For clarification: This is the MkII model.

Hi Everyone, I am hoping someone here can point me in the right direction. I recently was given a awesome vintage Audio Research SP-6 Pre-Amplifier. One of the resistors on the board was fried, I removed it and now am trying to replace it. I have included some pictures below along with a video. If anyone knows which resister I need it would be really appreciated. Obviously I am a noob and just need a bit of guidance. Thanks allot. Oh I have the schematics but have no idea what I am looking at. Thanks in advance Simon