[evan1]

Let us know the one you pickup.

there website only carries one It's 1.99 . I have to see how big or small it is and maybe cut it down to size. Only aluminum so it will be easy.

[Mariusz]

Thanks.  Will be ordering three tomorrow (one for me, Paul, Mariusz).  If anyone else in the area want one or add something else from digikeys let me know.

how about the other opamp for the headphone section?

Mariusz

[Mariusz]

there website only carries one It's 1.99 . I have to see how big or small it is and maybe cut it down to size. Only aluminum so it will be easy.

Here is the link
Shack's Heatsink $1.99

[Mariusz]

Sorry but that is the original pic size and I can not resize on the fly with my phone. But here is the heatsink solution borrowed from another Maverick fan.......

how about the other opamp for the headphone section?

Mariusz

Here is the link to the other opamp (I think)
digikey - headphone amp section opamp choice

Mariusz

[shadowlight]

how about the other opamp for the headphone section?

Mariusz

Will add it to the list.  I am thinking about adding opa627 in the mix also.

[Mariusz]

Will add it to the list.  I am thinking about adding opa627 in the mix also.

heck, why not. These things aren't costing a fortun!!!!

Thanks
Mariusz 

[ltr317]

heck, why not. These things aren't costing a fortun!!!!

Thanks
Mariusz 

What's the location of the headphone opamp? 

[Mariusz]

What's the location of the headphone opamp?

It is on the right side of the picture with 6point heatsink on top of it.

[evan1]

What's the location of the headphone opamp? 

u5 for dac opamp
u6 for amp opamp

[shadowlight]

heck, why not. These things aren't costing a fortun!!!!

Thanks
Mariusz 

Which opa627 is the right one for the dac?  Digikey and Mouser both are giving me way to many options to pick from.

http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?lang=en&site=US&WT.z_homepage_link=hp_go_button&KeyWords=opa627

[shadowlight]

no input on which opa627 to get?

[ltr317]

I went to Martin's place to drop off the Maverick and spent a pleasant few hours listening to his system.  I'll let Martin described his listening impressions after a few days with the dac.  Buddy came by with his new diy nos dac.  He installed some better caps than what came with the kit.  Buddy's new dac is smooth and analog sounding to my ears, similar to my modded DI/O but with a little less detail.  It's certainly a non-fatiguing sound. 

When I got home, found a package waiting for me.  It was the 5 sleeve GE 5670W from one of my suppliers.  Too bad they didn't arrive yesterday, so I could try one of the GEs on the Maverick.  These are new in the box (NOS), not used.  Deepak, Evan and Mariusz pm me for delivery.   

[evan1]

no input on which opa627 to get?

From my reading this is the one. 35.00 ? is that for 1 or a package of 50 If so I will tak one also. aND ORDER ME ANOTHER 4562

[ltr317]

I forgot to mention that before I brought the dac to Martin's place, I tried the ss output on my vintage Scott LK-72 integrated amp.  This is one situation where the ss output actually improve the sound for my listening tastes.  Using this combo, the sound transform from a lush, mid-range dominant emphasis to lesser warmth in a good way.  Vocals did not emphasize the chest area as much and the highs were more distinguishable, although resolution and detail are still lacking compared to a more modern tube amp like my modded Jolida.  So, if anyone has a classic vintage sounding tube amp and want to tilt the tonality closer to neutral, then this might be a cheap and cheerful solution. 

[mjosef]

Thanks Paul and Buddy for swinging by and spending a few hours rotating between the 'guests' DACs. The Maverick and Ikea (Buddy's DIY)DACs are like the north and south poles of DAC speak, upsampling and non-upsampling.
The only early impression I have is with regard to image placement in the soundstage, The Maverick's is more forward, whereas the  Ikea's is further back...some 2-3 feet deeper. That is what I heard from where I was sitting off to the side, visiting guests get the sweet spot.

After we a hour or so into the comparison, I remembered that my current DAC, Zhaolu, had a built in Felix(PK v.1), which meant that to keep the comparison on a 'level playing field', the visiting DACs should have the same edge. On correcting that variable, I think we all noticed a remarkable improvement from both the Maverick and the iKEA...tighter cleaner sound all around.
I am anxious to get back home, after my dog-sitting duties are over...more to report soon.   

91.1 ....far-scape vibes to ease intergalactic travels
I am freaking the dog out with weird sounds, keeps looking at the speakers...

[etcarroll]

Got my NOS tubes - Raytheon Windmill Getter 5670, now just need a DAC to plug them into.

[shadowlight]

Ok, got the part number from digi-key techsupport for opa627 - http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&name=OPA627AP-ND which runs at 24.50 per

Mariusz, Evan, Paul let me know if you want me to add opa627 for you guys in the order

[shadowlight]

Got my NOS tubes - Raytheon Windmill Getter 5670, now just need a DAC to plug them into.

Meeting up with Ken on Monday and I will ship it out right away hopefully you will get it by Wednesday or Thursday.  After you Ed (eclein) would like to take it for a test drive.

[eclein]

Very nice of you guys..Thanks!!

[ltr317]

Ok, got the part number from digi-key techsupport for opa627 - http://search.digikey.com/scripts/DkSearch/dksus.dll?Detail&name=OPA627AP-ND which runs at 24.50 per

Mariusz, Evan, Paul let me know if you want me to add opa627 for you guys in the order

Is this the opamp for the headphone amp section?  If so, I'll pass.