[bhd812]

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Originally Posted by kunwar Dang this amp looks SWEEEETTT!! If I hadn't gotten these K1000's then this map would be up on the shopping list, unfotunately a RKV is beckoning somewhere, I am sure though that this amp is going to be a super popular product, without a doubt. Kunwar

sure about that?

 

[GoRedwings19]

hmm interesting, I would really like to hear one. Can you convert it to 220v.......

 

[Ray Samuels]

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Originally Posted by GoRedwings19 hmm interesting, I would really like to hear one. Can you convert it to 220v.......

The Raptor PC brd is designed to accomodate both the 120 VAC or 240 VAC by just moving a jumper as the power trasformer has dual primery that works with both voltages.
Ray Samuels

 

[GoRedwings19]

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Originally Posted by Ray Samuels The Raptor PC brd is designed to accomodate both the 120 VAC or 240 VAC by just moving a jumper as the power trasformer has dual primery that works with both voltages. Ray Samuels

You should of said "NO, it's not worth it". Now I am coming for sure to take a listen. Better leave my wallet behind in the Uk, tho!!!!

I want one like Recstars......

 

[mjg]

how does this amp compare to the sound of the HR2?


Just curious for Ray's opinion : ]

 

[philodox]

It's funny, I was drooling over the raptor picks and moaning that it was so beautifull. My Wife came over and said 'Oh, pssshhh... I hate those little tube things and its better if it is all in one box. That Dyna-thingy that you showed me earlier looks better.'

LOL

Anyways, I think that it is gorgeous. I only wish that the actual colour was as it looks in the pictures [sort of a brownish tinge] as I think the actual colour is the standard black is it not?

I was this close to ordering another home amp, but my Wife has helped me off the ledge... I will definately be thinking about it when the RS - A10 comes out though. [or was the raptor released instead of the A10? Ray?]

PS. I like the new avatar mjg.

 

[ayt999]

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Originally Posted by lan Where is the on/off switch?

the switch is on the back of the PSU next to the AC input.

http://photo.head-fi.org/data/500/1r...00wide-med.jpg

btw, nice looking amp.

 

[lan]

Oops totally missed that. What can I say, the switch was small.

Will there be options for the light color or side panels?

 

[Ray Samuels]

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Originally Posted by lan Oops totally missed that. What can I say, the switch was small. Will there be options for the light color or side panels?

Sorry lan, none that I know off.
Ray Samuels

 

[Wmcmanus]

Ray, congrats on the design and implementation of this amp. It's really a beautiful sight to behold, and I'm sure the sonics are equally compelling. I'm in with the rest of the crowd that seems to prefer the red LED over the blue LED that was shown in previous pics. I'm sure it will blend perfectly with the glow of the tubes! It also seems small enough that both the amp and the power supply should fit nicely on a single shelf in an audio rack.

 

[KenW]

With the hr-2, I kept the power supply under my cabinet and out of the way. It was far away from the amp itself. As good looking as this sweetheart is, I'll have to come up with a different solution to show it off. With Ray's gear, I'm sure the shielding is absolutely top flight so having the units close shouldn't be a problem but stacking them apprears to be something I'd avoid as it would hinder/obstruct the venting on the top of the power supply, no?? Not sure I have the room to have them side by side so I'll either have to pony up for a new rack or get creative with the power supply. Of course, I'll have a couple more weeks to work out the details......DANG IT!!!!

 

[bhd812]

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Originally Posted by KenW With the hr-2, I kept the power supply under my cabinet and out of the way. It was far away from the amp itself. As good looking as this sweetheart is, I'll have to come up with a different solution to show it off. With Ray's gear, I'm sure the shielding is absolutely top flight so having the units close shouldn't be a problem but stacking them apprears to be something I'd avoid as it would hinder/obstruct the venting on the top of the power supply, no?? Not sure I have the room to have them side by side so I'll either have to pony up for a new rack or get creative with the power supply. Of course, I'll have a couple more weeks to work out the details......DANG IT!!!!

the cable leading to the power supply is not as long as the hr-2 power cable, I asked Ray why this way? and he replied unlike the hr-2 the power switch on the raptor is on the power supply...so you have to keep the power supply close anyway.

Tomorrow You should all be getting more "Billy" style pics.

Ray great pics! I think you did a great job showing the beauty of the silk screens perfect, I will take some dark pics with the tung-sols tomorrow.

 

[cpw]

Wow.
The final cosmetics are even better than I imagined.
If I didn't already own a Stealth or was moving back to Europe...

Very nice looking package and the sound is simply stunning.
Yeah folks, don't plan to stack the units. They'll warm a small room. Or a grilled cheese samich! Brilliant that it can operate on both voltages.
Congrats Ray. The visuals came out even better than anticipated.
CPW

 

[KenW]

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Originally Posted by bhd812 the cable leading to the power supply is not as long as the hr-2 power cable, I asked Ray why this way? and he replied unlike the hr-2 the power switch on the raptor is on the power supply...so you have to keep the power supply close anyway. Tomorrow You should all be getting more "Billy" style pics. Ray great pics! I think you did a great job showing the beauty of the silk screens perfect, I will take some dark pics with the tung-sols tomorrow.

So she arrives tomorrow? Guess Ray didn't take me up on my "offer".

Hey, enjoy her. Look forward to your impressions and the pics. As for me...someday, I hope.

 

[GoRedwings19]

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Originally Posted by KenW So she arrives tomorrow? Guess Ray didn't take me up on my "offer". Hey, enjoy her. Look forward to your impressions and the pics. As for me...someday, I hope.

I asked Ray to keep yours an extra 2 weeks....just to make you sweat it.....