[atsq17]

 
Is your Crack stock?

 
Mundorf M-Caps and Stepped Attenuator with Dale Resistors. 
 
I am quite treble sensitive though. The fact that I am happy with T1 is already amazing.     HD800 is a bridge too far on the Crack (mine anyway). 

 

[atsq17]

Yeah, I haven't tried all that many tubes and I don't actually own a HD800. It's my colleagues. 
 
I am using a Cleartop 12AU7 and Winged Svetlana. 

 

[Loquah]

Don't forget that is also has upgraded electrolytics in the power supply, atsq17!

 

[atsq17]

Yeap that's right.    Cheers L. 
 
 
BTW, would this work with the Crack? My friend wants one but don't think he wants to pay as much as we did. 
 
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Valab-23-Step-Ladder-Type-Attenuator-Potentiometer-100K-Log-Stereo-/251607918706?pt=US_Amplifier_Parts_Components&hash=item3a95002872

 

[Loquah]

Looks fine. The resistors aren't as good as the Dale ones in yours / mine, but it is a suitable design - just hard to say if it will still offer a noticeable upgrade over the stock pot without trying to see...

 

[JamieMcC]

  Yeap that's right.    Cheers L. 
 
 
BTW, would this work with the Crack? My friend wants one but don't think he wants to pay as much as we did. 
 
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Valab-23-Step-Ladder-Type-Attenuator-Potentiometer-100K-Log-Stereo-/251607918706?pt=US_Amplifier_Parts_Components&hash=item3a95002872

I have one of those Valabs fitted in my Crack and have been very happy with it I thought it was a good value for the increase in performance it gave. 

 

[Loquah]

 
I have one of those Valabs fitted in my Crack and have been very happy with it I thought it was a good value for the increase in performance it gave. 

 
Oh cool - that's great to know - thanks Jamie!!

 

[JamieMcC]

This is another version of the stepped attenuator I have seen fitted to a few Cracks. I couldn't find a dale one they are a little more expensive.
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260636624590?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[atsq17]

Thanks Jamie. I'll get him to check those out. 

 

[rated1975]

  Maybe we can organize something   
 
I heard the mainline before. 
 
I find the HD800 + Crack to grate my eardrums. The treble is borderline bearable even with a good cable on the HD800 like a Norne Draug. I couldn't listen to it for more than 15-20 mins. 
 
HD800 + Mainline is an entirely different story. The treble is extended but ridiculously smooth. Just sounds very nice and natural. 
 
I have a T1 and it sounds amazing with the Crack but I am now curious as to how much better it will be with the Mainline. I've tried Lachlan's setup before and it sounded VERY good. The bass went lower than I remember the Crack doing and of course, silky smooth but detailed sound. I might have to try another time before taking the plunge but I had great memories of it. 
 
What headphones do you have? 

I have LCD2.2 and K701's at the moment. I need something more balanced between the two.
Oh, and i need a new amp since i sold my last amp.

 

[atsq17]

Feel free to try my T1 when we meet up. It's a great all-rounder. Works fantastically with the Mainline. 

 

[mcandmar]

Here is the link to the Dale resistor attenuator, unfortunately they jumped up in price recently..
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Assembled-Dale-23-Step-Attenuator-Volume-Control-100k/270311271326?hash=item3eefceab9e

 

[i luvmusic 2]

Very nice review i enjoyed reading it, Thank You!
I'am interested in The S.E.X.,I'am in the process of doing some research then it's time to order.

 

[JamieMcC]

Planning on making a start on my Sex amp soon, just been busy of late and little one is on school hols so the kitchen table is in demand for cake making painting etc. I will most probably take the kit into work and have some extended lunches breaks for the build.  
 
In the mean time I have a new man toy to get to grips with.
 
 

 

[Loquah]

Nice toy, Jamie!!

i luvmusic 2, you're welcome. The Bottlehead amps are all brilliant. Go for it - you'll love it