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It's a big, gorgeous type sound. [:|] I couldn't swallow for like 10 minutes after leaving Rigma's (it's not a humble abode) house. Me likes [bs]

Wow! It's amazing what 6 or 8 watts SET, can do.[]

Ahem, yes it is, I heard this yesterday for the second time. First with Khorms and now Jubs. Unbelievable. Thanks Rigma, enjoyed hearing you again. BS[]

Bump..I was going to ask the very same question/s. Any more comments out there? I'd consider just an AR tube pre and SS amp...combo deal. BS

Well, just heard the whole story on PRN. Pretty disgusting if you ask me. But don't ask. BS

I hated killing fish after I caught them when I was little, I still dislike it but I think you are right with age and being able to understand what life really means. I don't sport hunt anymore. Once I became good at it, I realized that it was not fair, and I don't like the taste of wild game. I have adopted the philosophy that (other than target shooting) I will never again shoot at anything that can't shoot back. .........For an 11-year-old to fly an airplane or climb a mountain is an achievement that could be rewarding and fulfilling and be of benefit. Sport hunting is a whole different thing and should be reserved for adults, IMHO........ No, it is EXACTLY the same thing. The thrill of achievement in doing a hammer-head in a Pitt's pulling 5.5 and 2.7 negative G's, climbing the grand Teton, jumping out of a perfectly good airplane, OR the kid with the pig (with adult backup) .........all the same. The thrill of a lifetime, is remembered, and carried for a lifetime. Whatever it is, we as fathers should be obligated to place our boys in a position of risk, (with backup) to excel in such things. If the Hog was 300lbs or 30,000 pounds, tame or wild, that kid will never forget the shot or forget his father for putting him in a position of (controlled) risk. The boy was sucessful, and will remember that to the day he dies. tc Go get 'em Terry. Some people will never understand this, at all.

Thanks - sounds like I've got a bit more reading to do.No, not really Doc. Just more listening. You can't explain everything you hear, hear well or don't hear at all. Now, if you could ever just tell me what treatments I need for that "Slap Ecco" (sp) bay area. What do I need? I'm confused - are you saying slew rate doesn't matter? As far as that pingy slapback action - I think a few absorption type panels going along the sides of the parallel walls surrounding the couch would be a good start. Go as thick as you can (like no less than 4" if it'll fit). I'm not exactly sure what kind of aesthetics you're aiming for, but you might consider throwing a heavy curtain that wraps around back there or something crazy like that - it would probably help to cover up that window and the folded shape of the heavy curtain will do a little diffusion as well (provided it's heavy enough - none of this lace stuff...). It would probably also help to throw some stuff along that front wall too, but diffusion is probably the better route there. The absence of side walls will kinda be working to your advantage, but there's some chance that the room is coming back at the listening position all weird too (something easily verified with a few measurements). I suppose it sounds like a lot of work, but it could be done way overkill for under $500. You can work your way down from that to fit a price range and aesthetic impact that you desire. I'll get my wife on that heavy curtain[]. I could handle the foam on the side walls. Thanks BS who gives a crap about slew rates? BS Todd, You have a PM. tc I see nothing, Terry. I know nothing, Shultz. T

Thanks - sounds like I've got a bit more reading to do.No, not really Doc. Just more listening. You can't explain everything you hear, hear well or don't hear at all. Now, if you could ever just tell me what treatments I need for that "Slap Ecco" (sp) bay area. What do I need? I'm confused - are you saying slew rate doesn't matter? As far as that pingy slapback action - I think a few absorption type panels going along the sides of the parallel walls surrounding the couch would be a good start. Go as thick as you can (like no less than 4" if it'll fit). I'm not exactly sure what kind of aesthetics you're aiming for, but you might consider throwing a heavy curtain that wraps around back there or something crazy like that - it would probably help to cover up that window and the folded shape of the heavy curtain will do a little diffusion as well (provided it's heavy enough - none of this lace stuff...). It would probably also help to throw some stuff along that front wall too, but diffusion is probably the better route there. The absence of side walls will kinda be working to your advantage, but there's some chance that the room is coming back at the listening position all weird too (something easily verified with a few measurements). I suppose it sounds like a lot of work, but it could be done way overkill for under $500. You can work your way down from that to fit a price range and aesthetic impact that you desire. I'll get my wife on that heavy curtain[]. I could handle the foam on the side walls. Thanks BS who gives a crap about slew rates? BS

Thanks - sounds like I've got a bit more reading to do. No, not really Doc. Just more listening. You can't explain everything you hear, hear well or don't hear at all. Now, if you could ever just tell me what treatments I need for that "Slap Ecco" (sp) bay area. What do I need? I see a Crown, in that shot ...... D150/2 ..?? You devil: you spotted that sucker. Pretty observant for a seasoned...oh nevermind. BS

Thanks - sounds like I've got a bit more reading to do. No, not really Doc. Just more listening. You can't explain everything you hear, hear well or don't hear at all. Now, if you could ever just tell me what treatments I need for that "Slap Ecco" (sp) bay area. What do I need?

Did you just buy those honkers Bob? BS[bs]

Finally, somebody says something about SS Class A.[<)] Hey Duke...talk to ya soon. BS[bs]

I had one, tremendous noise floor. Other than that, it sounded wonderful. BS Craig, I love the looks or your VRD's, if I could only afford them. Even the baked on Gray enamel...Meagain is losing it..

I had one, tremendous noise floor. Other than that, it sounded wonderful. BS

I was kinda looking for a modest class A, SS amp. Thanks for the responses, however. BS

You should hear these in the La Scala's

Full class A amplification.[*-)] What are the opinions? BS[bs]

I think that was something suggested and performed by the authors of the article - not the words of PWK. Not that it really matters, but just thought I'd point it out. Very astute pick up there Doc.

This reminds me of the late movie "A night at the Museum" In it, there's a line about the civil war and what the south got out of it. "The Alman Bros and Nascar" BS

Maron, perhaps you feel your language was not combative, but many people would. I certainly do. I feel no need to hang my head in shame. As well, when someone from the "MO galaxy", as the listing below your avatar window states, refers to spanking, as you did in one of your other posts, I have to wonder what direction the discussion will take next. I believe I mentioned that I had replaced the K-77s with CT125 tweeters. The volume of the new tweeters was within 1dB of each other, while the two K-77s differed by around 3dB. The improvement in the sound was immediately noticeable. Maron, I appreciate that you tried my suggestion even though you were not pleased with the results. If I were to now replace my midrange drivers and horns as per your suggestion, I think it quite likely that my speakers would sound better. However, that's not in my budget at the moment, and as I mentioned previously, I'm very happy with the sound I'm getting at present. As for my apparently not showing enough appreciation for your attempts to help me out of my "problem" (poor sound, bad attitude, shocking ignorance of basic acoustics, whatever), as perceived by you, you may recall that I was not the original poster looking for helpful suggestions. Biglaz asked a simple question, but rather than answering him, you felt compelled to issue me a "golden BS button of the year". On the bright side, if that was your button for the year, I guess everyone else is safe for another eight months or so. You have your opinion, I have mine. There's not much left to say, other than thanks for the opportunity to exercise my restraint and diplomacy. Ahem, I am the BS Button of the year. I have not one opinion on this subject, however. BS Button [bs]

Careful with that steel wool. Plug up all areas that could lead to the magnets.

It's been a long time since I've seen a pair of RF-7's up close. Is that some sort of plastic or (other) material on the motorboard? Don't they have some sort of feet attached? BS

This might just be "I hate you" category? NO? [bs]

BS - What year are your LaScalas and were the AL-3's stock? Cuz I wonder if the improvement you're getting with the ALK Universals is attributed more to the new caps in them vs. stock AL-3's that likely have older and probably less quality caps in them. I've read many posts that say they are rather equal to each other. I love my stock AK-3's. It's exciting to know with better caps, they could sound even better. There's a white cap in my 1993 that says "Mexico" on it. [^o)] I can only comment on what I've heard (literally), not necessarily what I've read or picked up on this forum. I've had caps replaced on stock networks and noticed only slight improvement. This is on the ALK universal For some reason and with the proper setting, you can just hear the tweeter working (air) Instruments are more pronounced and passages are more refined Imaging is improved, very clear and open In the La Scala, it also helps with the appearance of more bass Overall, better balanced speaker with the ALK I think the band pass on the squawker is a big, big plus I'll be working on the Cornwalls, next.[:@]