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Mariusz · « **Reply #40 on:** 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am »

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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Cool Pics Lee.

The sound is a bit bigger then its appearance tho.

Mariusz

cryoparts · « **Reply #41 on:** 1 Jul 2009, 04:15 am »

I like the size. Think you can talk them into making a headphone amp?

Lee

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am

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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Cool Pics Lee.

The sound is a bit bigger then its appearance tho.

Mariusz

Mariusz · « **Reply #42 on:** 1 Jul 2009, 11:12 am »

Quote from: cryoparts on 1 Jul 2009, 04:15 am

I like the size. Think you can talk them into making a headphone amp?

Lee

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am
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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Cool Pics Lee.

The sound is a bit bigger then its appearance tho.

Mariusz

Absolutely!!!!

Mariusz

cryoparts · « **Reply #43 on:** 1 Jul 2009, 05:02 pm »

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 11:12 am

Quote from: cryoparts on 1 Jul 2009, 04:15 am
I like the size. Think you can talk them into making a headphone amp?

Lee

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am
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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Cool Pics Lee.

The sound is a bit bigger then its appearance tho.

Mariusz

Absolutely!!!!

Mariusz

I'll buy one of the headphone amps, if you can get it.

Peace,

Lee

Mariusz · « **Reply #44 on:** 2 Jul 2009, 02:11 am »

Quote from: cryoparts on 1 Jul 2009, 05:02 pm

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 11:12 am
Quote from: cryoparts on 1 Jul 2009, 04:15 am
I like the size. Think you can talk them into making a headphone amp?

Lee

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am
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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Cool Pics Lee.

The sound is a bit bigger then its appearance tho.

Mariusz

Absolutely!!!!

Mariusz

I'll buy one of the headphone amps, if you can get it.

Peace,

Lee

I believe it is something that MiniWatt is working on but its availibility isn't known yet.

If it is as good as their integrated amp ........... it has the potential to pissed off even more people.

Cheers
Mariusz

cryoparts · « **Reply #45 on:** 2 Jul 2009, 02:36 am »

Quote from: Mariusz on 2 Jul 2009, 02:11 am

Quote from: cryoparts on 1 Jul 2009, 05:02 pm
Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 11:12 am
Quote from: cryoparts on 1 Jul 2009, 04:15 am
I like the size. Think you can talk them into making a headphone amp?

Lee

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am
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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Cool Pics Lee.

The sound is a bit bigger then its appearance tho.

Mariusz

Absolutely!!!!

Mariusz

I'll buy one of the headphone amps, if you can get it.

Peace,

Lee

I believe it is something that MiniWatt is working on but its availibility isn't known yet.
If it is as good as their integrated amp ........... it has the potential to pissed off even more people.

Cheers
Mariusz

Express my interest to them. I am serious about buying one as soon as they are available.

Peace,

Lee

santacore · « **Reply #46 on:** 2 Jul 2009, 04:30 am »

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Express my interest to them. I am serious about buying one as soon as they are available.

Count me as interested too.

JohnR · « **Reply #47 on:** 4 Jul 2009, 02:56 pm »

One last try to get this thread back on track.

santacore · « **Reply #48 on:** 4 Jul 2009, 03:16 pm »

Thanks JohnR. Let's hope we can keep this thread in good standing as many of us are interested in the product.

Mariusz, please keep us posted if the tour is able to resume.

Mariusz · « **Reply #49 on:** 4 Jul 2009, 06:26 pm »

It's a possibility.
If you can find the way to contact me with your information, I might put it back together.
We will see.

Mariusz

Mariusz · « **Reply #50 on:** 4 Jul 2009, 10:24 pm »

For all those who inquire about headphone amp option from MiniWatt, here is a great news:

MiniWatt is working on the prototype of headphone impedance adaptor which will work with MiniWatt integrated amplifier S1. Another words, you won't need a separate headphone amp but use this adapter to convert S1 into dedicated head-amp. The production units will be ready in about two months time and I will have the prototype pictures of it when available. There is still no word on the pricing but it should be quite affordable and space saving for present & future S1 owners.

As a side note - I want to apologies for any inconvenience and IMO unnecessary commotion that this thread and my own actions may have cause. My only intention was to share my experiences and this inexpensive product with others.

With that, I want to wish everyone Happy 4th of July.
Cheers
Mariusz

cryoparts · « **Reply #51 on:** 5 Jul 2009, 03:36 am »

Quote from: Mariusz on 4 Jul 2009, 10:24 pm

For all those who inquire about headphone amp option from MiniWatt, here is a great news:

MiniWatt is working on the prototype of headphone impedance adaptor which will work with MiniWatt integrated amplifier S1. Another words, you won't need a separate headphone amp but use this adapter to convert S1 into dedicated head-amp. The production units will be ready in about two months time and I will have the prototype pictures of it when available. There is still no word on the pricing but it should be quite affordable and space saving for present & future S1 owners.

Tell them that I will take one as soon as they are available, just have an open order for me.

Peace,

Lee

Derockster · « **Reply #52 on:** 5 Jul 2009, 06:12 am »

Hey Lee anything to report on the amp as yet?Regards derockster

Wind Chaser · « **Reply #53 on:** 5 Jul 2009, 12:17 pm »

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Jul 2009, 03:43 am

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Not much room for tube dampers, at least on the two smaller (input?) tubes.

No need for those - trust me.

Not a question of need, but benefit. Tubes prone to microphonics will sound much better - if damped.

cryoparts · « **Reply #54 on:** 5 Jul 2009, 07:06 pm »

Quote from: Derockster on 5 Jul 2009, 06:12 am

Hey Lee anything to report on the amp as yet?Regards derockster

Not yet, sorry, haven't listened yet. I'll try and hook it up today.

As far as initial impressions:

I think it is "cute" and externally seems to exhibit a fairly good standard of build quality, very consistent with its price and other Asian gear at its price range and a bit higher. I have no reservations about the build quality at this price, or even double. I haven't looked inside yet, and may not.

I can visualize it being a part of a pretty sweet desktop system, and/or a system with some high sensitivity speakers.

Maiusz was a pleasure to deal with and had great communication throughout the ordering process.

Peace,

Lee

Mariusz · « **Reply #55 on:** 7 Jul 2009, 12:45 am »

Thank You Lee and all who signed up for the MiniWatt tour.
I am also quite sadden by latest events and aftermath of (IMO) my defensive instinct which cost such a turbulence.

Ones again - my sincere apologies (R).
I really feel like taking a break but I also want to finish what I've started and fulfill the expectation of fellow members regarding the tour.
It has been quite a rush and feeling of uncertainty but it looks like the tour will start on Wednesday July 8th. Tour units came in this morning. I will test them tonight and tomorrow to make sure everything is in order. Units came in a bulk packaging so I will have to repack them myself which isn't a big deal. I have the cables ready for the PA tour and speaker cables for few of you who are locking banana speaker termination. I have black and silver units - not that it matters. However, black ones look really cool

( first time I've seen them) if you want to be picky.
I will post the pics and details tomorrow. List has changed a bit but it is more or less the same.

Over and out

Mariusz

ecramer · « **Reply #56 on:** 7 Jul 2009, 12:49 am »

Way cool Mariusz

Like to see the black ones always liked the look of the dark voice headphone amps which are black. Thanks for all the work getting this back on schedule.

'Ed

Mariusz · « **Reply #57 on:** 7 Jul 2009, 02:33 am »

Quote from: ecramer on 7 Jul 2009, 12:49 am

Way cool Mariusz

Like to see the black ones always liked the look of the dark voice headphone amps which are black. Thanks for all the work getting this back on schedule.

'Ed

You got it Ed.

Angaria · « **Reply #58 on:** 7 Jul 2009, 02:38 am »

These 6J1's in the miniwatt are EF95's, correct? Has anyone tried rolling them in the mini? Swapping versions of this tube in my littledot pre made a significant difference.

Mariusz · « **Reply #59 on:** 7 Jul 2009, 02:51 am »

Quote from: Angaria on 7 Jul 2009, 02:38 am

These 6J1's in the miniwatt are EF95's, correct? Has anyone tried rolling them in the mini? Swapping versions of this tube in my littledot pre made a significant difference.

6J1P is equivalent to EF95, 6F32, 6AK7. But I could be wrong. Russians make some good spects military grade 6J1Ps.

I would be most interested in possibilities as far as tube rolling is concern.
Surely I am not alone.

Thanks