I had a NOS Staco variable transformer for while. Finally I was able to put things together in a semi open wood cabinet. I recently built a pair of chokes for my future headphone amp. They are designed to be … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: January 2014
“Shiny Eyes”PSE all 4P1L Description and Comments
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Audiophile “Shiny Eyes” PSE al DHT Tube Amplifier All 4P1L DHP triode connected, Lundahl transformers IT/OT I am happy to present my second tube amplifier in the “Shiny Eyes” series. It preserves the look of the series, with cherry … Continue reading
“Shiny Eyes” PSE all 4P1L prototype amplifier final testing
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“Shiny Eyes” PSE all 4P1L prototype amplifier final testing I am happy to announce that my second amp in the series “Shiny Eyes” is ready and sounds amazing. It is an all DHP triode strapped amplifier, using 4P1L tubes for … Continue reading
“Shiny Eyes” PSE power supply unit
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I finished building the power supply unit for my 4P1L parallel single-ended amplifier. The wooden cabinet enclosure is exactly the same size like the amp one for a pleasant look.. Also the top plate is identical size ( 460x324mm) and … Continue reading
“Shiny Eyes” PSE progress
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Finally I finished the power supply, tested and ran the amplifier using my new Alpair 12P small reflex speakers. After couple hours of various music listening the sound settled to an amazing sound stage, very detailed and a real pleasure … Continue reading
Alpair 12P small reflex enclosures ready for the first listening session (2nd part)
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Alpair 12P small reflex enclosures ready for the first listening session (2nd part) A lot of excitement today. I was able to finish the assembling of my new speakers. The cabinets are stained presenting a cherry wood look and covered … Continue reading
Winding your own iron
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Winding your own iron It all started with my struggle to find a transformer for single ended headphone amp (third in the “Shiny Eyes” tube amp series. For anybody who is not aware, “Shiny Eyes” tube amplifier series has … Continue reading