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What a difference curtains make...WOW
Any suggestions on curtain material? 
12ax7 vs 5751
MechansRich and mellow compared to the Golden Dragons is a good description. For my set up rich and mellow is a good thing. Once I compare side by side, I will share my thoughts.Thanks 
Resistor to tone down tweeter?
I replaced the tweeter in one of the speakers b/c the inverted dome was torn-cracked all the way through. This helped quite a bit. The new tweeter sounds much more refined...to the point that the other one stands out a bit. Not to a frustrating po... 
12ax7 vs 5751
I started listening to the Bugle Boys today. Right out of the box the overall presentation is smooth compared to the Golden Dragon. Any ideas on a decent break in period?Im gonna wait a bit and do A/B comparison. 
12ax7 vs 5751
I guess it is no big deal...but the posting I responded to had the 12at7's listed as made in France. Then they are labeled GR BRITAIN. I really dont know enough about tubes to know the tricks of the trade...Are all bugle boys labeled GB? 
12ax7 vs 5751
The Amperex Bugle Boy 12AT7s arrived yesterday. Does anyone know if there is a significant difference in tubes labeled/marketed France, Holland,....mine are labeled GR BRITAIN ??I have not had a chance to listen to them yet. Thanks 
Opinion on Zu speakers vs Merlin tsm
VicksThanks. That is solid advise. Any comments on tweeter performance of the Zu? 
12ax7 vs 5751
Anyone bought tubes from sam1104? 
solid state amp for merlin tsm's ?
Bobby,I guess loud enough to "feel" the music. I dont know db level. Loud enough that the Focal drivers start to bottom out on occasion. My room is about 16 x 18 x 8 with one side opened up about another 12'.I had something worked out to hear Merl... 
solid state amp for merlin tsm's ?
I am really thinking of trying the TSM...I think the latest version. The only thing holding me back is Im afraid it wont reach high volume level when i get that itch to do so. Any comments on this concern? 
Salk HT1-TL,Tyler D3, KEF XQ40,Spendor A6,MA GS20
HelloI am looking for any feedback on Tyler D3's. Any thoughts on how they sound compared to Focal 918s?Looking for a little more balance. I also considered Merlin tsm but Im not sure about a monitor. thanks 
12ax7 vs 5751
MikirobSounds good. Hope I have similar results with the 12at7's. After that I am gonna replace the tung-sol 12ax7 with the GE triple mica black plates. 
12ax7 vs 5751
I am gonna try the Amperex bugle boy 12at7 in place of the Golden Dragon 12at7's that came in my pre.Any thoughts or experience with these? 
Looking to hear from Thor owners
LMy cables are entry level and nothing to brag about Im sure. They are Audioquest and Transparent Link.My music tastes cover almost everything except classical and rap.A lot of contemporary Christian, females vocals, sprinkle in a bit of old rock.... 
12ax7 vs 5751
GrayfThanks for really messing me up!! The Golden Dragons are what came in my pre. The strengths you describe do sound spot on to what I hear. If you were to move just a click to the warm side with the strengths of the G/Ds...what tube comes to mi...