{"id":11056,"date":"2022-12-27T10:55:47","date_gmt":"2022-12-27T10:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bartola.co.uk\/valves\/?p=11056"},"modified":"2022-12-27T10:55:47","modified_gmt":"2022-12-27T10:55:47","slug":"merry-christmas-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bartola.co.uk\/valves\/2022\/12\/27\/merry-christmas-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Merry Christmas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s been long overdue, I know. At least we are here. Another Christmas to celebrate in a good way. A couple of days late this post, but hey at least I’m writing this entry \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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I\u2019ve been extremely busy as probably most of you, but in my case the limited free time has been focused to some other passion of mine related to music: synthesizers. I\u2019ve been designing different sort of modules and circuits. What an experience. I\u2019m learning a lot indeed. That\u2019s why I\u2019m sort of addicted to it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not much change on the DIY audio side of things. You may read this with disappointment, I rather not. I have actually focused on optimising my audio system and enjoying music. Is that not what is all about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I found out that in my case, I could get rid of the preamps and drive my 300B system directly either from the DAC or the turntable. Wow, no need of a preamp. Was that me saying that? This is possible as am listening to low volumes most of times and the sounds levels are ok with my OB speakers. With the driver I have and the 300B, I\u2019m ok. No more is needed. I wish I could do the same with a 45 output stage! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I decided to remove the low-gain preamp. I spent all my energies during Boxing Day to fit a new DL103R cartridge. My previous DL103 was damaged and needed replacement. I also have new wooden body but didn\u2019t adventure to fit the DL103R in the new body. Hopefully soon?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I did the due maintenance on my modified Lenco turntable and now sounds better than ever. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have to say that the 47 driving the 300B is a killer combination here. I could change it for a 801a sure, and that would eventually happen. But I love this setup!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These OB speakers are amazing. I\u2019m thrilled with the dynamics, space, detail and timbre of these speakers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I may look into the 45 PP amplifier instead of the 813\/211 ones. Both are big different amplifiers and have completely different requirements. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s see where destiny is pushing me to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Happy holidays!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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