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post #106 of 264
2/11/08 at 6:57pm
Just got my MK1 in today. Definitely a good amp. Drives my yh-100 orthodynamics like a dream. The bass is strong and tight just like a desktop amp. Can't wait to do some rolling with this thing.
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post #107 of 264
2/11/08 at 7:16pm
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Well hopefully my amp is now happily on its way to the UK and I'll order me in a LT1364 op-amp shortly to tweak the sound once I've given it a good run though / warm up / burn in.

Q: on the Linear Technology website there are three LT1364 op-amps listed, LT1364CN8#PBF, LT1364CS8 & LT1364CS8#PBF. They are all Dual 6mA 70MHz 1000V/uSec OA type, so which is the one for the Mk1?

TIA.
Just so everyone can see this one more time, here is the proper part number to order: LT1364CN8#PBF

Thanks!
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post #108 of 264
2/11/08 at 7:21pm
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Just got my MK1 in today. Definitely a good amp. Drives my yh-100 orthodynamics like a dream. The bass is strong and tight just like a desktop amp. Can't wait to do some rolling with this thing.
Congratulations! It is a little treasure, and others have simply overlooked/ignored it. I think that will turn around as more folks like yourself talk about its positive impact.
Thanks!!!
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post #109 of 264
2/12/08 at 3:40am
Just want to put this out there...

I noticed that there's a noise floor on my ksc55 when I play some of my quieter flacs. It's only happened with with my ks55 though.
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post #110 of 264
2/12/08 at 9:52am
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Just want to put this out there...

I noticed that there's a noise floor on my ksc55 when I play some of my quieter flacs. It's only happened with with my ks55 though.
That's a first. What is the ohms rating on those?
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post #111 of 264
2/12/08 at 10:08am
Hi Penchum,
I read a couple of your reviews, Very thorough!
I know that you know quite a bit about the LDs, so I have a question.
I am planning to put together my first headphone setup - looking at the Grados - 225 or 325i. For an amp I have liked whatever I have read about the LDs. I am confused as to which one to get - MK I; MK II or MK III.
Which one of these is the best bang for the buck, keeping in mind that I will probably be upgrading in 6-8months?
My use will be mostly desktop/home.

Thanks for your time.
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post #112 of 264
2/12/08 at 10:16am
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Hi Penchum,
I read a couple of your reviews, Very thorough!
I know that you know quite a bit about the LDs, so I have a question.
I am planning to put together my first headphone setup - looking at the Grados - 225 or 325i. For an amp I have liked whatever I have read about the LDs. I am confused as to which one to get - MK I; MK II or MK III.
Which one of these is the best bang for the buck, keeping in mind that I will probably be upgrading in 6-8months?
My use will be mostly desktop/home.

Thanks for your time.
Well, for desktop/home use, it would be nice not to have to upgrade the amp for some time, I'm sure you agree. The sweet spot is the MKIII. This amp could easily keep you happy for years. It is the biggest bang for the bucks right now and probably will stay that way for some time to come. Spend a few minutes over in the MKIII tube rolling thread. This will give you an idea of what current owners think, and what nice tubes they have found! Good luck! P.S. There are Grados fans with MKIII's. They love it!
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post #113 of 264
2/12/08 at 10:38am
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Well, for desktop/home use, it would be nice not to have to upgrade the amp for some time, I'm sure you agree. The sweet spot is the MKIII. This amp could easily keep you happy for years. It is the biggest bang for the bucks right now and probably will stay that way for some time to come. Spend a few minutes over in the MKIII tube rolling thread. This will give you an idea of what current owners think, and what nice tubes they have found! Good luck! P.S. There are Grados fans with MKIII's. They love it!
Thanks a bunch for your very prompt response!
I seem to suffer from chronic upgraditis. Regardless I will give the MK III thread a closer read.
How much of a burn-in does this thing need?
Is there any sense in buying brand new?
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post #114 of 264
2/12/08 at 11:37am
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Thanks a bunch for your very prompt response!
I seem to suffer from chronic upgraditis. Regardless I will give the MK III thread a closer read.
How much of a burn-in does this thing need?
Is there any sense in buying brand new?
I've been told by MKIII owners, that burn-in for the MKIII is less than 75 hours. It has some monster caps in it, that burn-in very nicely.
New, will get you a one year warranty. Nothing wrong with used, if you can find one, but, no warranty. Many consider the "new" out of the box like having children. If you've never had a new one, then maybe they have a point?
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post #115 of 264
2/12/08 at 3:44pm
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That's a first. What is the ohms rating on those?
60ohms.

btw: what kind of opamps are compatible with the mk1?
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post #116 of 264
2/12/08 at 7:03pm
Where can I buy this baby? and for how much? I have about 150$ and need a portable amp that I wil use with 80gig Ipod classic and also at home for movies and music ( I have the Senn 595) so is this a good buy? Thanks
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post #117 of 264
2/12/08 at 8:22pm
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60ohms.

btw: what kind of opamps are compatible with the mk1?
They need to be a "Dual" Opamp and unity stable.
There has been talk about two singles on a brown dog adapter, but I don't think anyone has tried it yet.
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post #118 of 264
2/12/08 at 8:28pm
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Where can I buy this baby? and for how much? I have about 150$ and need a portable amp that I wil use with 80gig Ipod classic and also at home for movies and music ( I have the Senn 595) so is this a good buy? Thanks
Yes. The Little-Dot folks are out celebrating Chinese New Year and will have more posted on eBay on the 14th. They will take email pre-orders and answer questions here: little.tube@gmail.com

Have a good one!
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post #119 of 264
2/12/08 at 8:36pm
The little dot guys have great customer service. just ordered a mk 1 from them
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post #120 of 264
2/12/08 at 8:56pm
Thanks for the answers! will they ship to portugal? and is it a good buy for also home use? like will i see improvements or Im better off without it and saving money for some time? I dont need nothing fancy but I just dont want to regret buying it.
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