schubert
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Thanks - I'd be happy with just the transformers, though. I sort of like picking the rest of the parts myself.
We've been looking at a different mfr because of physical quality (not sound) issues with the Cinemags. Not sure how that's going to work out yet - or whether we will go back to the Cinemags again. Unfortunately, it will take some time and testing.
Any plans for a Torpedo IV?
Hello Everyone,
I just finished my Torpedo 3 with all the mods and my final check for chassis ground showed 2.4V AC between the chassis and earth ground at the duplex receptacle. At least it didnt explode so I was thankful for that.. Does anyone know if this is OK, or if I was supposed to check for current rather than voltage, etc ? I'd love to listen..
Thanks !
MP
Hello Everyone,
I just finished my Torpedo 3 with all the mods and my final check for chassis ground showed 2.4V AC between the chassis and earth ground at the duplex receptacle. At least it didnt explode so I was thankful for that.. Does anyone know if this is OK, or if I was supposed to check for current rather than voltage, etc ? I'd love to listen..
Thanks !
MP
OK, so there was 2.4V without even touching the chassis, so I figured the anodize was insulating. I checked at safety ground nut and we got zero V... all good I guess..
I think it's somewhere between 250-300mW, but Dsavitsk will have to say for sure. Remember that it's an output transformer-coupled amplifier, so power is roughly equivalent in either the High or Low Z setting. It will power high-impedance headphones or low-impedance headphones with equal authority. It will shy away from very-inefficient planars, but not much else, including the original K701s, which were traditionally very difficult to drive with adequate current. It's a world-class experience with a Senn HD800 - the original, with no harsh peaks, even.Wow amazing thread! Thank you for a detailed point by point build progression! Bookmarked this one
Stupid question, what are the power output specs for the Torpedo III
I wonder why the lack of love for the T3 here. I guess they are relatively rare, but it is an incredibly good amp that can be had used for under $1k now...
Below $1K would be a great deal, but buyer beware on the used market: not all T3's out there have all the tweaks. It's a different amp (world-class) with all of those. As always, just make sure of what you're buying.