Dodd Buffer

TrungT · « **Reply #240 on:** 19 May 2011, 03:57 pm »

Neil
My buffer all grounded to the main ground bus, but I added an extra ground to the chassis too.

Jerrin · « **Reply #241 on:** 19 May 2011, 03:57 pm »

Quote from: NeilT on 19 May 2011, 03:55 pm

Hi Jerrin, thanks,
and thanks for posting pics of yours. I used them while putting mine together.
Looking forward to the final product.

I hooked up the parts, temp wire job, while waiting for the case to ship.
I could not believe my ears, it was like taking a blanket off my speakers.
I have been running an Anthem SS pre and amp.

Have you had a chance to listen to yours yet?
Neil

*laughs* I just noticed you asked my impressions. lol

I absolutely agree with you about the (oft used) veil. I too have SS amps and the sound was just alluring.

NeilT · « **Reply #242 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:00 pm »

That was a fast response

What did you use / spend for caps?
Neil

NeilT · « **Reply #243 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:01 pm »

Quote from: TrungT on 19 May 2011, 03:57 pm

Neil
My buffer all grounded to the main ground bus, but I added an extra ground to the chassis too.

Thanks again for all the help Trung.
Neil

TrungT · « **Reply #244 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:02 pm »

Jerrin

Can I send you the bill now?

Thanks for your thought.

Jerrin · « **Reply #245 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:04 pm »

Quote from: TrungT on 19 May 2011, 04:02 pm

Jerrin

Can I send you the bill now?
Thanks for your thought.

Yes, I do owe you and Mr. Dodd a great thanks.

I don't feel like I am exaggerating either. This thing added "magic" to my system. I was late to work today because I couldn't bear to stop listening. I think my wife and I will only listen to music tonight for our entertainment.

Jerrin · « **Reply #246 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:09 pm »

Quote from: NeilT on 19 May 2011, 04:00 pm

That was a fast response
What did you use / spend for caps?
Neil

I used Duelund VSF copper caps. One measured 3.30, the other 3.31. I believe they were around $175 each. If this is what changed the tone, I would run; not walk, and buy some if you can. IMO, well worth the cost and work to mount them.

NeilT · « **Reply #247 on:** 19 May 2011, 04:20 pm »

Quote from: Jerrin on 19 May 2011, 04:09 pm

I used Duelund VSF copper caps. They were matched too. One measured 3.30, the other 3.31. I believe they were around $175 each. If this is what changed the tone, I would run; not walk, and buy some if you can. IMO, well worth the cost and work to mount them.

Right now, I can not imagine it sounding any better. But that idea comes and goes.
Thanks for the feedback
Neil

Jerrin · « **Reply #248 on:** 19 May 2011, 05:23 pm »

Neil, if you want to see how the sound can change for the better, think about either bypassing the caps with the Platniums, or getting some Clarity Cap MR's as main caps. The MRs can be bought as a pair for around $120 or so.

If I were not planning to run all of my 2 channel listening though the buffer, I would have bought the MRs. They are much more affordable and probably deliver 85% or so of the Duelunds. When I upgrade the caps in my LS9's, I'm probably going to use a combination of Duelunds and MRs for the caps.

I cannot wait to get home today! Is it 6:00 yet??!!!

TrungT · « **Reply #249 on:** 19 May 2011, 05:55 pm »

Jerrin
Weekend just right around the corner.

Check out this beauty

Jerrin · « **Reply #250 on:** 19 May 2011, 06:06 pm »

Boy that is a real beauty Trung!! Is that one yours?

TrungT · « **Reply #251 on:** 19 May 2011, 06:11 pm »

Jerrin
No, It's not
I can't wait to see the face plate when you get it back from Reuben.

Atlplasma · « **Reply #252 on:** 19 May 2011, 07:08 pm »

Since we're showing our pride and joys!

TrungT · « **Reply #253 on:** 19 May 2011, 07:16 pm »

^^^^^
I really like the look, very nice.

NeilT · « **Reply #254 on:** 19 May 2011, 07:54 pm »

Quote from: TrungT on 19 May 2011, 07:16 pm

^^^^^
I really like the look, very nice.

Ditto +

Danny Richie · « **Reply #255 on:** 19 May 2011, 08:25 pm »

Mine

TrungT · « **Reply #256 on:** 19 May 2011, 08:35 pm »

Danny

usp1 · « **Reply #257 on:** 19 May 2011, 08:46 pm »

How is Gary doing btw? I was hoping to get a face plate from him but did not want to bother him with making one if he has still not recovered.

TrungT · « **Reply #258 on:** 19 May 2011, 08:58 pm »

^^^^^
I think Gary have some engraved but not sand and polish.
Gary checking in the hospital tomorrow morning, he may be in for couple week.
Thanks for asking.

ebag4 · « **Reply #259 on:** 19 May 2011, 09:25 pm »

My home made version

Best,
Ed