Invite to September 1 BBQ and listen to SAS, BBBB & SWLP

woodsyi · « **on:** 15 Aug 2007, 01:30 pm »

I know it's the Labor Day weekend but my turn with SAS Audiolabs 11A preamp falls on this time frame. I could have received if after the NY RAVE but my work schedule isn't going to be good then. So, anybody who forgot to book a wild end-of-summer Bacchanalia for the weekend is cordially invited a BBQ and listen to 3 preamps. I will do my best to feed and water you until you feel no pain.

Wayne at Bolder is going to get me his Bolder/Bent/Burson Buffer for the weekend as well. Since I put a fully tubed crossover in the chain, I have been wanting to try a passive preamp with it and I am intrigued by the BBBB. I had previously tried a stock Burson Buffer with the SB2 (courtesy of Wayne) and I liked it. The third preamp is, of course, the Modwright SWLP 9.0 with tube PS that most of you have heard before. I hope a few of you can make it on such a short notice.

Ciao,

Den · « **Reply #1 on:** 15 Aug 2007, 03:06 pm »

Party @ Woodsyi's!

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Jazz and Baroque · « **Reply #2 on:** 15 Aug 2007, 08:43 pm »

I will be there.

Mike

bunky · « **Reply #3 on:** 16 Aug 2007, 12:10 am »

Quote from: woodsyi on 15 Aug 2007, 01:30 pm

I know it's the Labor Day weekend but my turn with SAS Audiolabs 11A preamp falls on this time frame. I could have received if after the NY RAVE but my work schedule isn't going to be good then. So, anybody who forgot to book a wild end-of-summer Bacchanalia for the weekend is cordially invited a BBQ and listen to 3 preamps. I will do my best to feed and water you until you feel no pain. Wayne at Bolder is going to get me his Bolder/Bent/Burson Buffer for the weekend as well. Since I put a fully tubed crossover in the chain, I have been wanting to try a passive preamp with it and I am intrigued by the BBBB. I had previously tried a stock Burson Buffer with the SB2 (courtesy of Wayne) and I liked it. The third preamp is, of course, the Modwright SWLP 9.0 with tube PS that most of you have heard before. I hope a few of you can make it on such a short notice.

Ciao,

Hey Woodsyi,I am running the SAS 11A in my tube powered Rig now. i think the folks will really enjoy it.thanks....WCW III

woodsyi · « **Reply #4 on:** 16 Aug 2007, 01:20 pm »

Quote from: bunky on 16 Aug 2007, 12:10 am

Hey Woodsyi,I am running the SAS 11A in my tube powered Rig now. i think the folks will really enjoy it.thanks....WCW III

Didn't you pick up a 10A recently? How does 11A compare?

bunky · « **Reply #5 on:** 16 Aug 2007, 07:56 pm »

Quote from: woodsyi on 16 Aug 2007, 01:20 pm

Quote from: bunky on 16 Aug 2007, 12:10 am
Hey Woodsyi,I am running the SAS 11A in my tube powered Rig now. i think the folks will really enjoy it.thanks....WCW III

Didn't you pick up a 10A recently? How does 11A compare?

Hey Woodsyi, i bought my 10A from Maxwalrath and sent it to Steve Sammet @ SAS to have it upgraded to his newest specs, Steve changed some resistors and a capacitor and he also installed a IEC connector so i could use aftermarket powercords.the 10A is a very good Linestage.The 11A is even more refined and its the closest thing i have heard to a straight wire with gain.i think you will enjoy it.thanks....WCW III

Dave G · « **Reply #6 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 02:32 pm »

Woodsyi,

That sounds great -- I'd love to come. That's a very nice lineup of preamps.

BTW, my son (you met him briefly last fall) will be a freshman at UVA this fall. He reports for duty this coming Saturday.

Dave

PS I sent you a PM

woodsyi · « **Reply #7 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 02:36 pm »

Very nice. Congratulations. Which dorm is he in? I was in Page, an old dorm.

Be ware of cops around Culpepper. Do not speed around there.

Dave G · « **Reply #8 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 02:45 pm »

He's in Metcalf, which I think is right behind Page. He'll be in the Engineering School, so the location is great.

Thanks for the warning about Culpeper's finest. Are you speaking from experience?

zybar · « **Reply #9 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 02:47 pm »

I am very interested to see what you guys think of the Control Center (aka the "BBBB).

It has been outstanding in my system, but I am not comparing it to an active preamp.

George

woodsyi · « **Reply #10 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 02:54 pm »

Quote from: Dave G on 22 Aug 2007, 02:45 pm

He's in Metcalf, which I think is right behind Page. He'll be in the Engineering School, so the location is great.

Thanks for the warning about Culpeper's finest. Are you speaking from experience?

Absolutely,

If I count the tickets I got on 29 going back to 1980, I can probably buy a nice set of speakers with the fines.

The most recent one was this past February.

I was just down there for a reception 2 weeks ago and I saw a speed trap then too right around the State Trooper Barracks there in Culpepper.

woodsyi · « **Reply #11 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 02:58 pm »

Quote from: zybar on 22 Aug 2007, 02:47 pm

I am very interested to see what you guys think of the Control Center (aka the "BBBB).

It has been outstanding in my system, but I am not comparing it to an active preamp.

George

Will do George.

Scottdazzle · « **Reply #12 on:** 22 Aug 2007, 08:13 pm »

I plan to be there. I'm sure it will be a great time. I've got a question for MAAC members: what do you recommend for cleaning records? I'm in the market to buy one to replace the old Discwasher. Any advice will be welcome.

Scott

Jazz and Baroque · « **Reply #13 on:** 23 Aug 2007, 02:21 pm »

Scott,

I bought one about a year ago. I'll tell you about it when we get together on the 1st.

Mike

Jazz and Baroque · « **Reply #14 on:** 28 Aug 2007, 01:36 pm »

I'm probably not going to arrive before 12:15, and maybe as late at 1.

Does this fit in with your schedule??

Mike

woodsyi · « **Reply #15 on:** 29 Aug 2007, 01:27 pm »

Mike anytime after Noon is good. I don't get back from golf until 11.

SOS! I need all the good ears I can get. I have it confirmed that SAS 11A preamp is on the way after Steve repaired a faulty resistor. Wayne also has sent out the BBBB control center after refitting the Burson buffer with the lastest transformer and raising the gain to 9db. I already received the Wayne's latest Ultimate PS MK4 and it's being broken in.

Robert57 · « **Reply #16 on:** 29 Aug 2007, 02:15 pm »

I plan to join in also, probably around 1 PM. This sounds like a great Bolder listening tour. Thanks for hosting, again, woodsyi!

Rob

Dave G · « **Reply #17 on:** 29 Aug 2007, 03:47 pm »

I'll be there by 1 PM, perhaps sooner. Can we help with some food or beverages? I'll bring some beer regardless.

Dave

woodsyi · « **Reply #18 on:** 29 Aug 2007, 07:31 pm »

Dave, you don't have to bring anything but you are welcome if you want to bring some brews to share. I will have some snacks, brews, wine and BBQ for dinner. I have been told that I can't get any more single malts until some bottles get emptied. So I need help there too. Den, I got some gluten free stuff just for you. Stan, I can pick you up after golf if you can't arrange for a ride -- I need your ears.

HChi · « **Reply #19 on:** 29 Aug 2007, 08:35 pm »

Hi Rim,
What time will audition start? This Sat is kinda hectic for me. I would love to attend. If I go, I will probably need to leave by 4pm. Too bad I am moving a pair of speakers and picking up two people later, otherwise I would haul my tube pre over for comparison. Perhaps we can do that in the future instead.

Howard