DIY Dodd Buffer

usp1 · « **Reply #700 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 08:12 pm »

I added the platinum bypass caps a couple of weeks ago but I am not sure that I like the result. There is certainly an increase in detail but I am finding the hf to be a bit harsh now. I read in some threads that the caps require from 100-400 hrs of break in, so I have to be patient.

jtwrace · « **Reply #701 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 08:16 pm »

Quote from: praedet on 12 Jan 2011, 08:07 pm

forcing me

It's up to you and your pocket.

TrungT · « **Reply #702 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 08:36 pm »

^^^^^
JT got his buffer mods

HAL · « **Reply #703 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 09:09 pm »

I completed my buffer kit last evening with the "L" bracket for the tube module, large heatsink and Sonicap Platinum bypass caps. Will check all the wiring this evening. Then just have to install the knobs and the purpleheart front panel.

Will check it out with the 6N1P tube and then install the 6H30Pi.

pjchappy · « **Reply #704 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 09:28 pm »

You guys are really starting to get me interested in this damn thing. . .but I want new speakers first.

Just an FYI.

Paul

ebag4 · « **Reply #705 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 09:32 pm »

I finally have my heatsink and EH 6H30Pi tube installed!

When I initially tried to install the heatsink I ended up breaking a leg off of my voltage regulator

. An email and a couple of days later Gary had a replacement in my hands (THANKS GARY!!!).

I am listening to it now, too early to note anything definitive but off the cuff it sounds like the bass is more detailed, so far so great!

Here is the requisite pic:

Best,
Ed

HAL · « **Reply #706 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 09:33 pm »

Buy a N2X kit or Super-V kit and build some speakers. The battery buffer works great with either setup!

ebag4 · « **Reply #707 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 09:35 pm »

Quote from: HAL on 12 Jan 2011, 09:33 pm

Buy a N2X kit or Super-V kit and build some speakers. The battery buffer works great with either setup!

I can vouch that this is definitely true with the V1, a match made in heaven (actually in Texas)!!

Best,
Ed

TrungT · « **Reply #708 on:** 12 Jan 2011, 10:07 pm »

Ed

On my system, 6H30DR tube, the bass lower and tight, wider sound stage, everything details at lower volume.
6H30DR $50 is good tube.

jtwrace · « **Reply #709 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 01:17 am »

Quote from: pjchappy on 12 Jan 2011, 09:28 pm

You guys are really starting to get me interested in this damn thing. . .but I want new speakers first.

Just an FYI.

Paul

You should be interested! It's awesome!

jtwrace · « **Reply #710 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 01:20 am »

Quote from: TrungT on 12 Jan 2011, 08:36 pm

^^^^^
JT got his buffer mods

Yes I did but they don't need to be like me.

ebag4 · « **Reply #711 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 02:44 am »

Quote from: TrungT on 12 Jan 2011, 10:07 pm

Ed
On my system, 6H30DR tube, the bass lower and tight, wider sound stage, everything details at lower volume.
6H30DR $50 is good tube.

Good to know Trung. I am really enjoying what this 6H30Pi is doing to my system. I believe I gave $40 for it shipped from Tube Depot.

Best,
Ed

ebag4 · « **Reply #712 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 02:45 am »

Quote from: jtwrace on 13 Jan 2011, 01:20 am

Yes I did but they don't need to be like me.

Jason,
Are you going to share what you are doing to your buffer?

Best,
Ed

jtwrace · « **Reply #713 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 02:49 am »

Quote from: ebag4 on 13 Jan 2011, 02:45 am

Jason,
Are you going to share what you are doing to your buffer?

Best,
Ed

Watcha talkin' about Ed?

gld · « **Reply #714 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 02:55 am »

Jason,
You ever heard the song by Tom Waits:
WHATS HE BUILDING IN THERE?

WE HAVE A RIGHT TO KNOW!

Gary

jtwrace · « **Reply #715 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 02:58 am »

Quote from: gld on 13 Jan 2011, 02:55 am

Jason,
You ever heard the song by Tom Waits:
WHATS HE BUILDING IN THERE?
WE HAVE A RIGHT TO KNOW!
Gary

OH!!! I'm sorry...I have so much going on that I couldn't think for the life of me of what Ed was speaking of. Sorry but you all will need to wait. I PROMISE it will not disappoint and it will be available to ALL.

**It will not improve sonics but will add some bling** To some though that may add something sonically.

TrungT · « **Reply #716 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 03:16 am »

^^^^^
A lot of colorful LED

jtwrace · « **Reply #717 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 03:17 am »

Quote from: TrungT on 13 Jan 2011, 03:16 am

^^^^^
A lot of colorful LED

HAL · « **Reply #718 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 03:31 am »

Started burning in the buffer this evening with the stock 6N1P tube as a trial. Sounded pretty good, but a bit bottom heavy and the top seemed rolled off. Listened to a few songs then switched over to the Sovtek 6H30Pi. Now this is much better and not even burned in for 2 hours!

This is going to be a fun process of listening to the music collection again!

TrungT · « **Reply #719 on:** 13 Jan 2011, 03:51 am »

^^^^^
Welcome to Dodd Audio 6H30 club.