[JReve79]

Ya I have mine on a tube saver as well

I have that psvane tube as well for my Lyr3. Really enjoy it, but it's a tight fit and not simple to remove since it's deep in there. I'm curious, where'd you find the socket saver? I've looked around, but not confident in the quality of some I've seen... I think it'd be worth it to have one if there's a good version out there? Recommendation by chance?Thanks!

 

[DTgill]

I have that psvane tube as well for my Lyr3. Really enjoy it, but it's a tight fit and not simple to remove since it's deep in there. I'm curious, where'd you find the socket saver? I've looked around, but not confident in the quality of some I've seen... I think it'd be worth it to have one if there's a good version out there? Recommendation by chance?Thanks!

I bought 3 from a seller on eBay.

Here

They are quite tight, but they do work without issue, other than being tight.

 

[Ripper2860]

These socket savers are not the cheapest, but are very high quality and highly regarded by many here (myself included). Pulse Tube store is Tubemonger, BTW.

https://pulsetubestore.com/products/plug-play-novib-octal-nos-ge-usa-omron-japan-socket-saver©-with-vibration-reduction-base-not-made-in-china-everybody-needs-one

 

[JReve79]

These socket savers are not the cheapest, but are very high quality and highly regarded by many here (myself included). Pulse Tube store is Tubemonger, BTW.

https://pulsetubestore.com/products/plug-play-novib-octal-nos-ge-usa-omron-japan-socket-saver©-with-vibration-reduction-base-not-made-in-china-everybody-needs-one

You're correct in saying it's quite the cost increase for the general market, but went in for one regardless...thanks for recommendation. Hoping the quality and high-regard keeps me satiated with the purchase. At least I'm going with that... looking forward to giving it a try.

 

[chrisnyc75]

I have that psvane tube as well for my Lyr3. Really enjoy it, but it's a tight fit and not simple to remove since it's deep in there. I'm curious, where'd you find the socket saver? I've looked around, but not confident in the quality of some I've seen... I think it'd be worth it to have one if there's a good version out there? Recommendation by chance?Thanks!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IYPLH0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Odin412]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IYPLH0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This looks like the one that I use - it works well.

 

[JamminVMI]

I have that psvane tube as well for my Lyr3. Really enjoy it, but it's a tight fit and not simple to remove since it's deep in there. I'm curious, where'd you find the socket saver? I've looked around, but not confident in the quality of some I've seen... I think it'd be worth it to have one if there's a good version out there? Recommendation by chance?Thanks!

Got mine from a guitar amp shop in the PHX area. AmplifiedParts.com. I’ve had no issues with them or their socket savers.

 

[PoloJCP]

Just got my Lyr 3 today. I let it warm up for an hour before I tried it but sounds a little stiff (swapped out the stock tube with the Tung- Sol 6SNTGTB)

How long would you all say it needs in hours to warm up?

Nice setup Bob Ley I have the same RME Adi2 FS -> Lyr3 -> HD800s / HD660s / Elex

I usually just wait ~5min... cannot tell much difference, and I leave them on from 7am to 5pm.

Out of curiosity, what kind of setting are you using on the RME Adi2 FS?

 

[bluemansegundo]

I thought about getting a tube saver for my Shuguang Treasure CV181-Z but decided to get creative with a dremel bit in my drill press. The mod is not for the faint hearted… it took some time to widen the opening. Glad that I tackled it. I’m really enjoying my Lyr 3 and I think it’s a keeper.

 

[j0val]

I thought about getting a tube saver for my Shuguang Treasure CV181-Z but decided to get creative with a dremel bit in my drill press. The mod is not for the faint hearted… it took some time to widen the opening. Glad that I tackled it. I’m really enjoying my Lyr 3 and I think it’s a keeper.

I have a Shug treasure on the way. Will it not fit normally?

 

[bluemansegundo]

I have a Shug treasure on the way. Will it not fit normally?

No, the ceramic base has a taper that is too big for the opening. There may be inconsistancies and yours may fit? Otherwise you will either need a tube saver or take off the cover and file back the opening.

 

[DTgill]

Yep, you need a tube save for the Lyr 3, even if you use regular sized 6SN7 tubes makes it quite a bit easier to change tubes.

 

[j0val]

No, the ceramic base has a taper that is too big for the opening. There may be inconsistancies and yours may fit? Otherwise you will either need a tube saver or take off the cover and file back the opening.

Received my Shug today. Definitely had to use the socket saver for it to fit.

Sounds great so far, even with just a couple hours on it.

 

[Odin412]

Received my Shug today. Definitely had to use the socket saver for it to fit.

Sounds great so far, even with just a couple hours on it.

Nice! I like your Bifrost - Lokius - Lyr setup.

 

[j0val]

Thanks. I think it'll keep me satisfied for a good while.