Dennis Had Inspire Amps

[maro]

Originally Posted by FloridaBoy

Okay, then simply try a few different tubes and if you find one you like better great. Once your rig sounds really good to you enjoy.


http://ken-gilbert.com/images/pdf/taste_of_tubes.pdf

Hi Jprod
I’m listening to a 6v6 Insire amp and have rolled several input tubes. There are two that stand out that play well for all types of music. Best all around is a 1940’s Sylvania VT-229 it has solid bass and clear midrange. Another favorite is Adzam 6sl7, a bit brighter with amazing detail and layering. Find one of each and have fun!

[Jprod]

Originally Posted by maro

Hi Jprod
I’m listening to a 6v6 Insire amp and have rolled several input tubes. There are two that stand out that play well for all types of music. Best all around is a 1940’s Sylvania VT-229 it has solid bass and clear midrange. Another favorite is Adzam 6sl7, a bit brighter with amazing detail and layering. Find one of each and have fun!

Thanks for the help!

[Comzee]

Originally Posted by FloridaBoy

The mesh plates were also problematic. This appears to have been resolved and EML now has a 5 year warranty. The solid plates are now $600 or so.

Psvane "ACME" are actually suburb.
I know a few people that own the ACME 2a3, and said they are better than EML Mesh 2a3. I personally own ACME 300B, and they're extremely airy, detailed, and massive soundstage. A tad light on bass, but that's the same problem EML mesh has too.

I also sold a 2a3 amp I owned, about a year ago. The buyer didn't want to buy my NOS 2a3. Not sure if you'd be interested, or how we would be able to link up (I can't send PM here). But I have a pair of #1 visseaux, #2 Westinghouse, #3 Fivre. All with < 300hr on them. I'd be willing to let them go for well under ebay prices.

Personal opinion, the NOS 2a3 I had handedly outperformed the JJ 2a3-40 I owned in terms of detail, air, soundstage, and nuance. JJ 2a3-40 had better bass and impact tho.

[rmlowz]

I want to add a subwoofer to my Betsy baffles. My preamp has only one output. I have a CE Labs 1 in 4 out RCA amplifier to split out the single to go to the inspire and sub amp. Do you think this will work ok?
What do other forum members do if they have this scenario.
rmlowz

[bearcity]

Originally Posted by rmlowz

I want to add a subwoofer to my Betsy baffles. My preamp has only one output. I have a CE Labs 1 in 4 out RCA amplifier to split out the single to go to the inspire and sub amp. Do you think this will work ok?

What do other forum members do if they have this scenario.

rmlowz

We buy Inspire pre-amps. They have two sets of RCA outputs. [emoji12]

[FloridaBoy]

Originally Posted by Comzee

Psvane "ACME" are actually suburb.
I know a few people that own the ACME 2a3, and said they are better than EML Mesh 2a3. I personally own ACME 300B, and they're extremely airy, detailed, and massive soundstage. A tad light on bass, but that's the same problem EML mesh has too.

I also sold a 2a3 amp I owned, about a year ago. The buyer didn't want to buy my NOS 2a3. Not sure if you'd be interested, or how we would be able to link up (I can't send PM here). But I have a pair of #1 visseaux, #2 Westinghouse, #3 Fivre. All with < 300hr on them. I'd be willing to let them go for well under ebay prices.

Personal opinion, the NOS 2a3 I had handedly outperformed the JJ 2a3-40 I owned in terms of detail, air, soundstage, and nuance. JJ 2a3-40 had better bass and impact tho.

Are there other forums you post on? Like AK, AC ?

[FloridaBoy]

Originally Posted by Jprod

Thanks for the help!

RCA's are more laid back than the Sylvania's. Tubes are like spice, we all have preferences. Synergy is the key, when you find the right tube for your system you'll have a big smile.

[rmlowz]

Originally Posted by bearcity

We buy Inspire pre-amps. They have two sets of RCA outputs. [emoji12]

Trust me I am saving up for one.
rmlowz

[FloridaBoy]

Originally Posted by rmlowz

I want to add a subwoofer to my Betsy baffles. My preamp has only one output. I have a CE Labs 1 in 4 out RCA amplifier to split out the single to go to the inspire and sub amp. Do you think this will work ok?
What do other forum members do if they have this scenario.
rmlowz

You can use an RCA 'Y' adapter and run a cable to the sub with your present preamp.

[x3workshop]

Originally Posted by oldominion

Okay, I'm on my second set of Mullard 807s from Viva Tubes and it's still a no go with my Universal Inspire. Loud buzzing and crackling. Seems very unstable. Using a Mullard 5AR4 rectifier and a Phillips 5691 input tube.

Wondering about the adapters? They seem quite solid, purchased from Amazon. What think? Any advice would be appreciated! I love the 6L6GC sound, would be psyched to make these 807s work.

Thanks!

It may be the adapters, but to be honest, I'm not sure your amp is compatible.