[Jason Stoddard]

Just another reason to not make a turntable... [ducks and covers]

You know how it goes...anything in development that's *truly* new (as in, not using all the mechanics/tricks/components you've been using for a while) is a much, much bigger time-sump than just re-using what you've already learned.

In this case, I had the mechanics 100% correct--as long as the switch bat could pass through solid metal during assembly. Oops.

 

[jimmers]

Don't pass out, but the power switch for the Sol is on top.

So that's why you couldn't find it
Here's one that will go nice with the design

 

[liquidsmote]

Has anyone stacked a Modi Multibit and Mani (either one above / below the other). I just want to make sure there's no issues with the Mani picking up any noise.

I had to work the weekend I was going to head out to the Schiitr ... and after more research, am now looking at the Gumby/Yggy vs. the BorderPatrol DAC, and upcoming Line Magnetic my local shop will have soon.

I'm thinking of just picking up a Modi Multibit in the meantime, so I can get a feel for the "multibit" sound ... since I probably won't get a chance to demo a Schiit DAC in my home.

I figure I can just use the Modi on a secondary system once I've made up my mind on a "big" DAC.

 

[Brubacca]

Don't pass out, but the power switch for the Sol is on top.

Now you have started something. .

Actually I really like the power button on top for a turntable. Rega does this. Mine is one the side and I don't prefer that.

 

[liquidsmote]

I'd love to see a smaller speaker amp (somewhere in the 20-30 watt range) with a complimentary tonality to the Vidar. I've got dreams of a bi-amping a set of moderately sized monitors with a Saga and the upcoming Sol.

+1 if that smaller speaker amp was actually two smaller monoblocks ... single ended ... KT150 ... droooool.

 

[Charente]

Nope.

Personally I'm quite relieved ... need to focus on some headphones after the flurry of recent announcements !!

 

[Ableza]

You know how it goes...anything in development that's *truly* new (as in, not using all the mechanics/tricks/components you've been using for a while) is a much, much bigger time-sump than just re-using what you've already learned.

In this case, I had the mechanics 100% correct--as long as the switch bat could pass through solid metal during assembly. Oops.

Yep. But usually after the frustrations, the head-scratching, the unpredictable delays and the "oops"ies are over, they can be the most satisfying projects.

 

[ScottFree]

You know how it goes...anything in development that's *truly* new (as in, not using all the mechanics/tricks/components you've been using for a while) is a much, much bigger time-sump than just re-using what you've already learned.

In this case, I had the mechanics 100% correct--as long as the switch bat could pass through solid metal during assembly. Oops.

 

[Pandahead]

Don't pass out, but the power switch for the Sol is on top.

Is this switch a really nice toggle with sufficient leverage to be easily actuated by cats? Just tryin' to help!

 

[Jason Stoddard]

Is this switch a really nice toggle with sufficient leverage to be easily actuated by cats? Just tryin' to help!

Currently experimenting with a fingertip toggle (like the ones on the front of Jotunheim) and a pushbutton. We'll see which one wins when the parts come in next week, then we'll revise the stamping tool to match.

The pushbutton could possibly be cat-activated (cativated?)

 

[caecillius]

Jason, will you and/or Mike be at Capital Audio Fest this weekend? I saw Schiit was an exhibitor but wasn't clear if it was just a Schiit kit or reps as well.

 

[IndieGradoFan]

I agree it's fantastic. I've been using mine for over a month now and I love it compared to the old one. It's funny how something small like this can significantly impact the feeling of a particular product or brand. Improving the remote was a wise move IMO, as the previous one was just not good I'm sorry to say.

Where's the new remote on the website? I've checked twice and I can't find it...

 

[45longcolt]

Oh, and in case anyone's wondering why I'm a bit testy, (In engineer-speak, I designed something that, in current form, is un-assemblable.)

You say that as though it's something unusual...

 

[Odin412]

Where's the new remote on the website? I've checked twice and I can't find it...

Products - Accessories - Saga/Freya Remote
http://www.schiit.com/products/sagafreya-remote

 

[IndieGradoFan]

Products - Accessories - Saga/Freya Remote
http://www.schiit.com/products/sagafreya-remote

Thanks -- I saw that one but I thought that's for the original plastic remote?