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Now I’m wondering about running two triode power tubes per channel is actually a “parallel “ circuit. I’ve looked at the Audio Mirror site where his new 6c33c monos are $19K/pr. and the Lamm Electronics site where their 6c33c amps are many multiples in price compared to AM. My point is never do any of these producers describe their single ended amps as a “parallel circuit”. Class A single ended is as descriptive as it gets. So two power tubes are used in each channel are automatically a “parallel “ circuit? I’m not so sure that’s a given at this point -

I haven’t been to the Audio Mirror site in sometime but you might find much more technical information on this particular design. There’s actually a pair currently available on USAudiomart. Each mono are quite heavy at around 45 lbs.The transformer/power supply are enormous. But yes, 2x 6c33 per mono + (1x 6sn7; 1x 6sl7) make 45 single ended watts. So I’m only assuming this is considered a parallel circuit? And I’m sure much like a 211 or 845 they do run extremely hot. Just to pick up one tells you they are indeed an “industrial” , heavy duty tube. After all they were used to run the avionics in MIG fighters.

Not a broadcast tube but the Russian 6C33 military based tube is a formidable candidate. BAT uses this is many designs a do several others. I personally owned two or three pairs of the Audio Mirror SET monoblocks using this tube. An amazing triode capable of 45 watts + - running in parallel, 2x each mono. Rugged as hell, hotter than hell, once and maybe still used in MIG fighter aircraft. Shakey had a pair of their baby brothers using the 6as7 tube for 20 watts.

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IMHO FW and Klipsch, or any high efficiency speaker, is a very good match. I guess a SIT model needs to be sampled but I have and do own FW M2, J2, F3 and F5. The F3 and 5 have remained, the others are gone. The F3 is very similar to low power single ended tubes (it’s is single ended SS) and the F5 comes off as a very very good relatively low power SS amp with leanings to more powerful single ended tubes. I read a F5 review from the owner of multi thousnad dollar Nagra 845 tube amps that the F5 was right on its heels in overall presentation. I’ve been through too many amps to mention yet the F3 remains with me longer than any. Neither it or the 5 is going anywhere soon.

Shohei Ohtani singed what was believed to be a 10yr/$700M, $70M per year contract only to find the Dodgers are paying him $2M/year allowing them to continue signing big money players. The rest of the contract deferred until after year 10. I imagine there are many contracts where the public knows little about the ins/outs, incentives etc. of the contracted terms.

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Hey all - As stated I’m thinning the herd with sale on a pair of Heresy 3 in black pebble pro finish (complete with all factory boxes and paperwork) and pair of 396 SMA ll w/510 mumps horn. H3’s purchased new, so one owner and very limited play, mint. The 396 were purchased new by a forum member then sold to me, never used in any commercial setting. It would be great for these to go to a forum member and I’m posting here prior to heading to the dreaded CList or Marketplace. Photos to anyone truly interested. Pickup required for the 396 and suggested for the Heresy’s (even with boxes I’d hate to ship). Located S of KC. H3 = $1200/pr. 396 = Sold Thank you R

“border wall”. That there’s funny -

Really not keen on posting what comes through the door but owning numerous Klipsch speakers from RB75’s to Jubilee’s and several in between I think I can speak with experience when I hear something special. Just received a pair of Canadian made Coherent Audio GR 12 Signatures. Point source, or co-axial design using the high performance Radian 12 inch driver, inset with a 1.75 in. beryllium dome compression driver with high Q crossover components. Currently playing with Quicksilver Horn Monos I can honestly say these are goosebumpers, something I haven’t felt with few, if any other speaker. The texture, clarity, soundstage, overall “completeness” is astounding. An exciting addition to say the least -

“The Eagle has landed” - Thank you —Amped - Braniff airlines? Damn son, either helll of a memory or you’re “well aged” -

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- How was it shipped, Dave? USPS? UPS?

Thanks. Name not listed, address must not be an issue.

Nothing here yet, middle of the country. Which shipping carrier was used?

It’s rarely talked about but quality amplification benefits the LS, any version LS, bass response, greatly. Whether it be tubes or SS a high quality amp with a well designed, stout power supply really makes a difference with any LS. Nothing can make the bass horn produce low bass beyond its design parameters but you can sure make the most of it with the right front end gear.

I built stands for my three nine sixes from 4x4 lumber. I located the 510 same height as the center point of the 402 atop the Jube bass bin(s). Cut the lumber at same angle that match the trapezoidal shape the 396 cabinet, 11 or 13 degrees, I can’t remember which at this time. Painted flat black and sturdy as helll.

You’re chasing your tail Marvel. The Master has spoken. Master? Why PWK - of course 😎

Dean, surely you realize someone with 70,000+ posts May be wrong on occasion, just maybe - 😉

I own all three - LS, 396 and Jubilees. The 402 has nothing to fear from the 510/mumps. There is no comparison really. The 402 is all encompassing, the 510 is much more “directed”. The 396 direct radiator, ported bass is more “live jazz club” sounding than the LS. Specs aside it certainly gives the impression of going lower than the LS, much lower. These three speakers perform very different from one another, different enough that each one has its own charm(s). I’ve built massive stands for the 396 positioning the 510 at the same height as the 402 atop the 535. The 396 could use a bit more sparkle on top which I have somewhat addressed. I have removed the foam line grills from the 396 which helps with the perceived lack of top end .

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We follow F1 closely - during the past two seasons the McLaren crew wore McLaren orange headphones with “Klipsch” across the ear cups. Same headphones this year minus the Klipsch on the cups. Possibly their association has ended -