[kingoftown1]

3-4 weeks

 

[SolidSlug]

How long has it taken for those in the US to receive the amp once the order is placed?

I am now at 1 month and 1 week. My order has not shipped.
But when I asked about an ETA, a shipping label was printed. But Polland Post has not received the item after 1week, so it’s the “let’s print a label” to pacify the customer trick, most likely.

 

[dougms3]

I am now at 1 month and 1 week. My order has not shipped.
But when I asked about an ETA, a shipping label was printed. But Polland Post has not received the item after 1week, so it’s the “let’s print a label” to pacify the customer trick, most likely.

I don't like that.

If its specified up front or within a timely manner, that he's backed up or delayed, I don't mind waiting but I especially hate this kind of dishonesty. I've worked in online sales running ecommerce sites, ebay and amazon accounts in the past and I was always up front with the customers, offered a discount for back orders with a long wait or let them know in advance it will be delayed.

He seems like a nice guy and I want to give him my business but these kind of things turn me off and have discouraged me from pulling the trigger.

Would greatly appreciate updates with your order.

 

[SolidSlug]

I don't like that.

If its specified up front or within a timely manner, that he's backed up or delayed, I don't mind waiting but I especially hate this kind of dishonesty. I've worked in online sales running ecommerce sites, ebay and amazon accounts in the past and I was always up front with the customers, offered a discount for back orders with a long wait or let them know in advance it will be delayed.

He seems like a nice guy and I want to give him my business but these kind of things turn me off and have discouraged me from pulling the trigger.

Would greatly appreciate updates with your order.

Like you, I can accept any delay if it's explained honestly.

He seems like a nice guy and I have no reason to fear he won't deliver the product I ordered, but it's not the ideal buying experience.

I'll keep you posted. If on Tuesday, Polland Post has not received the package, I will contact him again.

 

[MultiplexMan]

I am now at 1 month and 1 week. My order has not shipped.

Did you order a custom build? Perhaps Wieslaw is waiting on parts?

It is not hard to keep the customer in the loop. Build progress photos and regular emails would help alleviate buyer's anxiety.
Realistic delivery estimates also help.

 

[moriez]

I am now at 1 month and 1 week. My order has not shipped.
But when I asked about an ETA, a shipping label was printed. But Polland Post has not received the item after 1week, so it’s the “let’s print a label” to pacify the customer trick, most likely.

Same here in that he emailed the tracking link pretty early and actual shipment did not happen 1-2 weeks later. Can be viewed as a trick or simply a not so streamlined ordering process. Transparency is the one thing a lot of businesses lack. Based on my satisfying experience Wieslaw / your order will come through. A little slack he deserves.

 

[SolidSlug]

Yes, it did arrive today.
Extremely well packaged too.

So, he must be very busy and doing everything on his own, which may lead to communication gaps. I understand.

The amp has a very nice build. Good craftsmanship.

Initial test revealed a low pop sound at random intervals. (the kind of sound you get when pausing the input signal)

Gonna let it play on its own for a few hours and see if it goes away. Maybe those Miflex KPCU capacitors need some time to settle.

 

[Deceneu808]

Considering sending the H5 back to Wieslaw for another upgrade. Change output capacitors from electrolytes to
polypropylene ones, but this means replacing the housing with a larger
one. I still want a little bit more control on the bass. The H22 seems to have this by default.

 

[zarkow]

Interesting, I am looking forward for your impressions. Power supply will be same or change for toroidal transformer?

 

[Deceneu808]

I will have to ask for more details. He only mentioned the output caps

 

[MultiplexMan]

Amplifier has finally arrived! It did go Surface (sea mail) - hence the long wait.

Wiesław certainly packs well - amplifier was completely encased in bubble wrap. Box showed minimal damage after its voyage to Australia.

All connected, powered up and listening via HD800S.
Initial impressions - zero channel imbalance; dead quiet; tube sockets are tight, front socket incredibly tight; light oak chassis is super clean.

 

[kvik]

Considering sending the H5 back to Wieslaw for another upgrade. Change output capacitors from electrolytes to
polypropylene ones, but this means replacing the housing with a larger
one. I still want a little bit more control on the bass. The H22 seems to have this by default.

Which caps are you considering (or is Wieslaw suggesting)?

 

[Deceneu808]

Which caps are you considering (or is Wieslaw suggesting)?

I have no idea. Probably going with his recommendation

 

[Deleeh]

Vcap CuTf or Vcap Odam are sweet caps and the travel is ended,
Vcap TFTF is good too but maybe a tick too neutral but warm.

 

[kvik]

I don’t know how large (uF) these caps need to be in a H5, but in my H16M they are 90 uF each. As far as I can tell the largest Vcap CuTf is 2 uF, and is priced at €675/each. Largest V-Cap ODAM appears to be 47 uF, and is priced at €235/each. This capacitor upgrade could become rather costly.