[bogginhead]

I have a e12 DIY arriving today; cannot wait to have some fun with this thing. I have a couple of questions, though (apologies if I missed this info earlier in the thread).

What all will I need to get started on amp rolling?

I've seen that some people are apparently using single chips and dual sets of them. What is the reason for this? And is one chip enough?

 

[Zweiguys]

I have a e12 DIY arriving today; cannot wait to have some fun with this thing. I have a couple of questions, though (apologies if I missed this info earlier in the thread).

What all will I need to get started on amp rolling?

I've seen that some people are apparently using single chips and dual sets of them. What is the reason for this? And is one chip enough?

You’ve got a nice amp there. Did it come complete with all the original opamps and buffers? If so, start with those and see which of those you prefer. What sounds best with your setup. Don’t change too quickly. Let yourself get a good feel for what you like and don’t like about a particular combination.
Most important is to read this thread in its entirety. There’s a ton of information in it. fwiw I’m new to this E12diy tinkering myself.

 

[bogginhead]

You’ve got a nice amp there. Did it come complete with all the original opamps and buffers? If so, start with those and see which of those you prefer. What sounds best with your setup. Don’t change too quickly. Let yourself get a good feel for what you like and don’t like about a particular combination.
Most important is to read this thread in its entirety. There’s a ton of information in it. fwiw I’m new to this E12diy tinkering myself.

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately shipping is taking a little longer than the expected delivery date, so it'll be tomorrow before I get a chance to mess with this thing. It does come with all the original op amps and buffers (as well as accessories and packaging). It'll definitely be the most powerful portable amp I've gotten thus far (which I need with planars, it seems).

 

[snellemin]

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately shipping is taking a little longer than the expected delivery date, so it'll be tomorrow before I get a chance to mess with this thing. It does come with all the original op amps and buffers (as well as accessories and packaging). It'll definitely be the most powerful portable amp I've gotten thus far (which I need with planars, it seems).

I have the DIY and its still not enough for my planars.

 

[bogginhead]

I have the DIY and its still not enough for my planars.

Really? Man, I was so hoping 750mw would be more than enough. Do you have a portable setup for your planars? If so, what are you using?

 

[odessamarin]

.. just in case somebody interested,
i have MUSES01, HA5002 (bufer) , OPA627 and some other OP amps (AD8599ARZ, LM4562NA, OPA2134PA) and adaptors for sale (Europe)
All original and worked well in my E12DIY (which I sold)... not need portable rig anymore.
Of course the main here is MUSES01 with HA5002 bufer.. sound really really good, very spacious and 3D.
HA5002 is rare and has particular pinout.. so i did all soldering myself.
The parts are 100% original (directly from Mouser Electronics, original invoice included..)
The second win here is OPA627...
is easily my favourite. It's smooth, but detailed and creates a great sense of space in the sound, especially with BUF634
For all lot I ask 100 eur + ss
All parts perfectly works in my E12DIY.
If somebody interestet, please let me know.
Sorry to put this AD here, but it seems to be too specific for Trade and Slae sections...
Some original photos..

 

[snellemin]

Really? Man, I was so hoping 750mw would be more than enough. Do you have a portable setup for your planars? If so, what are you using?

I have the old Ibasso PB2 and Ray Samuels Intruder.

 

[Zweiguys]

It is a great fun to swap opamp and capacitor. My E12DIY is now a totally different beast

Blues, would you take the time to explain your mods? Why the cap on the muses 02 and where is the other end of the jumper terminated? Are the new capacitors an improvement over the originals?
Thanks in advance

 

[bogginhead]

Anyone here happen to know the size / type of screw used in the removable bottom part? I recently got a DIY but it was missing one of these; I'm aiming to replace it if possible.

 

[bogginhead]

I'm about ready to order a few op amps to roll with, but I'm still unsure about a couple of things. I want to order Muses01 and 02 (one a piece), but will that even work? Just one a piece? Or do I need two a piece? And would two sound better? Also, how tough is it going to be to get these installed?

 

[snellemin]

I'm about ready to order a few op amps to roll with, but I'm still unsure about a couple of things. I want to order Muses01 and 02 (one a piece), but will that even work? Just one a piece? Or do I need two a piece? And would two sound better? Also, how tough is it going to be to get these installed?

There is a slot for a single Opamp(dual version) and 2 slots for buffers. Very easy to install. Just pay attention with the Muses, as the legs are made of soft copper.

 

[bogginhead]

There is a slot for a single Opamp(dual version) and 2 slots for buffers. Very easy to install. Just pay attention with the Muses, as the legs are made of soft copper.

Thank you. Can you explain what you mean by dual version? Does that mean I can use single AND dual chips in there?

 

[bogginhead]

Is the e12 DIY capable of using the new Muses03? Just wondering before I try to get an 01 and 02. Also, is it better to use two of the same kind of op-amp? I couldn't, say, use both a muses01 and an 02 together in the DIY could I?

 

[odessamarin]

Thank you. Can you explain what you mean by dual version? Does that mean I can use single AND dual chips in there?

Yes..
Some OP AMPs chip has 2 chanel amps in one chip. As Muses01, 02.. very easy. Just plug it in.. done
Some others like OPA627 has just one amp in one chip. So you need adapter (should be included) where you need solder two OPA627 in one plate. Look on photos in my previous post...

 

[bogginhead]

Yes..
Some OP AMPs chip has 2 chanel amps in one chip. As Muses01, 02.. very easy. Just plug it in.. done
Some others like OPA627 has just one amp in one chip. So you need adapter (should be included) where you need solder two OPA627 in one plate. Look on photos in my previous post...

I see...so I would need two of the Muses 03 (since they are singles) and an adapter for use in the DIY?