OldSkool77 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Toolshed amps, that is. As promised, I just wanted to give an update on my system. I purchased a pair of black Heresy 3's back in November to pair with an old Marantz 2270 in a 11'x11' mancave. That combo sounded pretty good but a bit harsh up top. After reading this forum, I realized that tubes were the way to smooth that treble out. I noticed that a forum member, Toolshed Amps, was held in high regard. After an e-mail (or 20) I commissioned Matt to build me a SET amp and preamp. Well, the end result is stunning! Custom zebrawood and wenge exterior, polished metal top/front plates with a custom transformer-cover art that I asked for. The volume knobs even go to 11! I'm not a technical guy but all I know is that I just don't want to turn this rig off! Soundwise, that harsh upper treble is tamed and the bass is TIGHT. The glorious midrange is silky smooth and overall the soundstage is 3D...wall to wall. I couldn't be happier. I will try to attach a few pics. Thanks to all for the guidance and allowing me to brag a bit. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyto Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Wow that is very nice :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Nice indeed. What tubes are in the amp? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSkool77 Posted February 10, 2017 Author Share Posted February 10, 2017 1 hour ago, derrickdj1 said: Nice indeed. What tubes are in the amp? The preamp runs 6J5G's, I have Visseaux's installed. The power amp uses EZ81, E80F's and either 6v6g or 6L6gc as power tubes. Pumps out a robust 6 watts...more than enough for the H3's in a smallish room. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derrickdj1 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Efficient speakers make getting all the dynamic range with minimal power and low distortion all the sweeter. That makes for a perfect music experience combo. Congrats on the new gear and thanks for sharing! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtmudd Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 4 hours ago, OldSkool77 said: Toolshed amps, that is. As promised, I just wanted to give an update on my system. I purchased a pair of black Heresy 3's back in November to pair with an old Marantz 2270 in a 11'x11' mancave. That combo sounded pretty good but a bit harsh up top. After reading this forum, I realized that tubes were the way to smooth that treble out. I noticed that a forum member, Toolshed Amps, was held in high regard. After an e-mail (or 20) I commissioned Matt to build me a SET amp and preamp. Well, the end result is stunning! Custom zebrawood and wenge exterior, polished metal top/front plates with a custom transformer-cover art that I asked for. The volume knobs even go to 11! I'm not a technical guy but all I know is that I just don't want to turn this rig off! Soundwise, that harsh upper treble is tamed and the bass is TIGHT. The glorious midrange is silky smooth and overall the soundstage is 3D...wall to wall. I couldn't be happier. I will try to attach a few pics. Thanks to all for the guidance and allowing me to brag a bit. nice blackface marantz..killer zebrawood amps ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davesans Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 Very nice congratulation on your new amp and preamp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSkool77 Posted February 13, 2017 Author Share Posted February 13, 2017 Thanks for all the kind comments. I was asked about the "goes to 11" volume knob, so here's a pic. Being a fan of the movie Spinal Tap, this makes me smile every time I crank it up. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ricktate Posted February 13, 2017 Share Posted February 13, 2017 Those look AWESOME......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willland Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Sweeet. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizRotus Posted February 14, 2017 Share Posted February 14, 2017 Very nice. I'm glad it sounds as nice as it looks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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