monkboughtlunch
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62caddy -- was there any difference in midrange liquidity in the tube models vs the SS 2505?
62caddy -- was there any difference in midrange liquidity in the tube models vs the SS 2505?
Discouraging actually, in a way. But somewhat understandable, given the variables. From my own experience, I expect power amps to sound individually unique between makes and models, and they do, ime.Humbling, ain’t it?
Sancho,
What speakers are you planning to have.
I just am picked up a fully restored MX110Z (by Audio Classics) and will use it with a Thorens TD-124/A23 SUT and either Quad ESL 63 (these need servicing first) or Altec Flamenco. I also have a few high efficiency WLM speakers.
I am thorn between MC30 and the 225. based on posts on AK and other sites, I think the 225 runs cooler, may be have a bit less noise, better/tigther bass (?) and of course much less space and essentially an "upgrade" of the MC30 with solid state rectification - right? Then mid range is supposedly best with the Mc 30 - i do listen to all sort of music but mostly jazz/vocals/classic rock.
i dont seem to identify a clear "winner" although think that with the Altecs the Mc30 may work better - at least differently.
Which one you recommend?
I wouldn't do it. There's the 275 for those.Can the MC240 handle an additional 2.8 A on the 6.3 V heater circuit? Seems like a lot.
6550 heater current draw = 1.6 A
6L6GC heater current draw = 0.9 A
BillWojo
I wouldn't do it. There's the 275 for those.
I never had the balls to try that!had the same concerns. Talked to a EE who had been doing it with his 240 for years. so decided to try it.
the power trans runs at the same temp with either the 6L6 or the 6550s. so have been using the 6550s for the last 4 years with no issues.
best
I don't know who this Ron C guy is But my 225's put out 35 watts thanks to Terry D.30s, no contest. You will have a wide selection of output tubes to chose from and more power.
Ron-C
I don't know who this Ron C guy is But my 225's put out 35 watts thanks to Terry D.
To the OP, depending where you are in NJ, it's possible that you can borrow my extra 225 so you'll know what it sounds like in your system before you buy.