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post #751 of 1887
10/17/07 at 7:59pm
This might be OT, but I've got a Echo MIA soundcard lying around. Would I benefit a great deal in SQ if I buy a 3-400$ DAC, compared to running the analog outputs from the MIA into the DV332? The reason that I ask is that the DAC's I've been looking at is kinda out of my pricerange at the moment.
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post #752 of 1887
10/18/07 at 8:07am
I cannot beleive this! I ordered the amp from Jasmines this monday, and today, thursday, my girlfriend calls me and say that FedEX has left a note that they have been trying to deliever the package at my door.

All I can say is WOW! This is by far the fastest delivery I have had ever. It might even take longer to send a letter from one side of town to the other

Wonder what happened. Usually packages takes forever to go through the Customs...

What a most pleasant surprise!
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post #753 of 1887
10/18/07 at 8:37am
Jasmine is a totally trustworthy seller. But still that is one hell of a quick delivery. My 332 took five days and I thought that was fast. Now it is only a matter of getting that precious package from FedEx, opening it up, wiring it up and then letting the pleasure begin.
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post #754 of 1887
10/22/07 at 11:55am
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Originally Posted by Gradofan2 View Post
Search this thread under my ID... and you'll find the comments.

The vendor sent both me and another member amps with the wrong voltage.

The other member saw my post and refused to accept the amp when it arrived - it was returned by EMS to the vendor, and he finally received the amp he ordered after about a month, or so.

I wasn't so lucky... I accepted the amp, before I discovered that the vendor had sent me the wrong amp - even after I had confirmed the correct amp with him prior to purchase/shipment. The vendor has refused to send me the correct amp, which I ordered. I had to file a complaint with Mastercard to get my money back - which I now have. But... I've still got the vendor's amp, which he sent me incorrectly. He still refuses to pay for the return shipment of his amp.

While I'm not "out-of-pocket" anything on this transaction, thanks to Mastercard - the vendor is unreliable... and will not stand behind the amps he sells, or assure the buyer he will receive what he orders.

Hopefully... you'll be a "lucky buyer" - and receive the amp you order.
Ah oh... Just ordered from this seller and then saw this

Gradofan2, is there any label on the box that might indicated what's inside? Thanks in advance!
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post #755 of 1887
10/22/07 at 2:18pm
my amp just shipped out today

hopefully i can get them by this week

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post #756 of 1887
10/22/07 at 3:20pm
I need some advice concerning Darkvoice 332.

I am not really into tube rolling and wondered would the stock tubes sound ok with a pair of Sennheiser HD 600 headphones.

Many thanks.
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post #757 of 1887
10/22/07 at 3:49pm
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Originally Posted by derek8555 View Post
Ah oh... Just ordered from this seller and then saw this

Gradofan2, is there any label on the box that might indicated what's inside? Thanks in advance!
No... I didn't discover 3c-Store had sent me the wrong amp, until I opened the package.

The UK buyer saw my post and inquired about the voltage on his amp, and discovered it was 110/115 voltage, rather than 220/240 voltage, before he opened his - so he was able to refuse delivery.

If you've already paid the guy... I'm afraid you're "in for a pound."

It's "the luck of the draw." Hopefully, you'll get what you ordered.

For future buyers - get your Darkvoice amps from Jasmine, or Casque!
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post #758 of 1887
10/22/07 at 5:27pm
Right, so the amp is on its way (soon) & i've already ordered & received some nice tubes to play with. I've never had a tube amp before so i need some help here. I take it will be best to just plonk the new tubes in rather than the stock ones out of the box right? Also i've read about people testing their tubes with tube testers. Is this needed? Is it possible for tubes to damage an amp & thats why they're tested before? I've also read about people cleaning their tubes before putting them in. Whats best to use for this? The tubes i've bought are fairly old (20 years nearly!) so i'm guessing they would of picked up some dust etc over the decades.
Thanks.
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post #759 of 1887
10/22/07 at 5:28pm
Anadin, the stock tubes - 2x6J1s and 2x6S19s - will be fine, but not as good as the better equivalents. The 332 and the HD600s are the perfect combo.

Nuwidol, good to see the 332 is on the way. Personally, I would listen to the stock tubes for a while - find out their strengths and weaknesses, and what improvements the new tubes bring. If you buy you tubes from a online store, the tubes are usually tested; some sellers on E-Bay also test their tubes, but if they do not you have to buy blind. A faulty tube has the potential to damage your amp, but most faults will result in an audible buzzing or humming, and other noises, or you may find sound coming through only one channel. You can clean your tubes: some immerse them in an alcohol based substance; others lightly sand the tube pins to remove any dirt etc. It will improve the contacts and so improve sound. Old tubes may gather dust and grime, but they are simply the best. The heyday of tube manufacture was the 50s and 60s, so any tubes from these decades should sound sweet.
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post #760 of 1887
10/22/07 at 5:42pm
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Originally Posted by Gradofan2 View Post
No... I didn't discover 3c-Store had sent me the wrong amp, until I opened the package.

The UK buyer saw my post and inquired about the voltage on his amp, and discovered it was 110/115 voltage, rather than 220/240 voltage, before he opened his - so he was able to refuse delivery.

If you've already paid the guy... I'm afraid you're "in for a pound."

It's "the luck of the draw." Hopefully, you'll get what you ordered.
Thanks for the head up. Now I just need to find my rabbitfoot now!
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post #761 of 1887
10/22/07 at 5:50pm
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Originally Posted by Godkin View Post
Anadin, the stock tubes - 2x6J1s and 2x6S19s - will be fine, but not as good as the better equivalents. The 332 and the HD600s are the perfect combo.

Nuwidol, good to see the 332 is on the way. Personally, I would listen to the stock tubes for a while - find out their strengths and weaknesses, and what improvements the new tubes bring. If you buy you tubes from a online store, the tubes are usually tested; some sellers on E-Bay also test their tubes, but if they do not you have to buy blind. A faulty tube has the potential to damage your amp, but most faults will result in an audible buzzing or humming, and other noises, or you may find sound coming through only one channel. You can clean your tubes: some immerse them in an alcohol based substance; others lightly sand the tube pins to remove any dirt etc. It will improve the contacts and so improve sound. Old tubes may gather dust and grime, but they are simply the best. The heyday of tube manufacture was the 50s and 60s, so any tubes from these decades should sound sweet.


Thanks for the reply, my head is seriously hurting me trying to choose my next amp.

I have been without an amp for well over a week now since I sold my Heed canamp and I am getting serious withdrawal symptoms.

I miss listening to my HD600's so much.

I don't know why but this Darkvoice 332 just keeps calling me in the back of my head.

The only thing I am worried about is what vendor to purchase it from.

I want a 332 that works in the United Kingdom 220v-240v.

please can you give me the link to where you purchased your 332 from I can't be without an amp for much longer
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post #762 of 1887
10/22/07 at 6:11pm
anadin: I ordered my 332 from Jasmines (ebay), along with other very satisfied customers. Make Jasmine an offer, and specify which voltage you want if you order.

The delivery to Norway, where I live, was VERY quick, and excellent communication/service!

...This is the first headphone amp I own, and I was not dissapointed!
Changed to some Sylvania 6AK5WB tubes today, and they seem to have opened up the sound a bit (more airy), tightened the bass, added more depth, and the music have seem to come a bit more forward. Better upper mids. Sounds more right.
IMO, the stock tubes where a bit mushy compared with the Sylvanias.

Somehow I think my other parts limits the performance of this amp. I think its capable of a lot more than what I am getting out of it at the moment.
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post #763 of 1887
10/22/07 at 6:56pm
anadin-"I am not really into tube rolling"

Would you drive an Aston Martin on cheap bias ply tires?

Listen to the tubes that come furnished while you wait on some Svetlanas and WE 403As to arrive in the mail, give them 5-6 hours to break in, thank me profusely and proclaim your undying respect for any of my future
opinions...

You are most welcome in advance.
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post #764 of 1887
10/23/07 at 8:36am
Anadin, here is a direct link to Jasmine's store and the 332:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Darkvoice-332-...em250176074345
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post #765 of 1887
10/23/07 at 8:43am
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Originally Posted by Godkin View Post
Anadin, here is a direct link to Jasmine's store and the 332:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Darkvoice-332-...em250176074345

Godkin what did you pay with shipping, I want to make an offer cheers mate.
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