DIY Dodd Buffer

gld · « **Reply #40 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 07:43 pm »

There are knobs!

Go to the link and you'll see them. They are an option to the kit.
Also comming soon will be wood knobs if you like.

gary

jtwrace · « **Reply #41 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 07:44 pm »

Quote from: Mariusz on 6 Apr 2010, 06:51 pm

Cheap and Cheerful cost:

kit - $325
scrap wood, Shack or eBay - $? (cheap)

if I want to get fancy it can go up in thousands.

Here is the link to the kit info:
http://doddaudio.com/diy.aspx

You can do it that way but at $847 it's still Cheap and Cheerful in my book.

TrungT · « **Reply #42 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 07:47 pm »

Did someone said "KNOBS" ?

wushuliu · « **Reply #43 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 07:49 pm »

Wow, really high quality parts too. Sonicaps? Basically, you'd have little reason to spend even more money on boutique upgrades, which is what usually happens with kits. $350 and you're done.

Dang. Just have too many projects (including moving) right now. Hope the kit is still around in 6 months...

Mariusz · « **Reply #44 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 08:11 pm »

Quote from: ctviggen on 6 Apr 2010, 07:35 pm

No knobs? You have to have knobs.

It's cheap if you have the time to make one and debug it should you make a mistake. Oh, and have the tools necessary to solder and make a case. Start buying tools and the cost skyrockets. Sort of like working on your own car is cheap if you have the hundreds to thousands of dollars in tools necessary to do work on a car.

All I am going to say is, look at this thread:
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=76400.msg761123;topicseen#new

56 pages and over 32,000 views

If those guys can manage so can you.
If not, ask fellow AC member for help or assistance and I am sure someone will respond and step forward.
I just had a Nelson Pass buffer build by great AC member (right above me

)who takes pride in his work and is willing to help out.

There are many talented/ gifted people around here.

If you do not like to break a sweat then simply buy finished product.
But please FORGIVE "Cheap and Cheerful hifi" for different perspective and concepts.

Second:
if you look at the whole kit (knobs, faceplate, remote etc) and suggest it is mandatory then it can NOT (according to Circle guidelines) continue as a thread.

I'll keep it here given the price, oportunity and support from Gary as far as group buy and product details are concern.

I hope that explains my point of view and spirit of this Circle.

Cheers
Mariusz

Mariusz · « **Reply #45 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 08:24 pm »

.......and NO, I won't mess with you if you choose to build around all parts available from Gary. Just do not discourage others from trying different options.

Thanks
Mariusz

TrungT · « **Reply #46 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 08:27 pm »

Mariusz
Well said

And here is the tools you need to build the Dodd Buffer http://doddaudio.com/DIYINSTRUCTION.aspx
If all fail .... BIG hammer would do the trick.

jtwrace · « **Reply #47 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 09:56 pm »

man, I hope he does an amp kit as well. Since I already have a buffer, I'm good there but a Dodd Tube amp kit.

I'd send the PayPal NOW.

Mariusz · « **Reply #48 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 10:13 pm »

Quote from: jtwrace on 6 Apr 2010, 09:56 pm

man, I hope he does an amp kit as well. Since I already have a buffer, I'm good there but a Dodd Tube amp kit. I'd send the PayPal NOW.

My guess is that it's a possibility.
Most likely depending on success of this offer.

Would I sign up for amp kit? Most likely.

Let see how it goes.

I see that Gary is working on finishing touches and polishing/adding instractions on his website.

Mariusz

jtwrace · « **Reply #49 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 10:17 pm »

Quote from: Mariusz on 6 Apr 2010, 10:13 pm

My guess is that it's a possibility.
Most likely depending on success of this offer.

Would I sign up for amp kit? Most likely.

Let see how it goes.

I see that Gary is working on finishing touches and polishing/adding instractions on his website.

Mariusz

That would be awesome! I would need the Monos though...the little guy just doesn't have enough for my speakers. I'd own it otherwise.

shadowlight · « **Reply #50 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 10:28 pm »

Quote from: jtwrace on 6 Apr 2010, 09:56 pm

man, I hope he does an amp kit as well. Since I already have a buffer, I'm good there but a Dodd Tube amp kit. I'd send the PayPal NOW.

I am thinking about using Gary's buffer with ClassD and making integrated stereo amp.

jtwrace · « **Reply #51 on:** 6 Apr 2010, 10:30 pm »

Quote from: shadowlight on 6 Apr 2010, 10:28 pm

I am thinking about using Gary's buffer with ClassD and making integrated stereo amp.

You **might** be able to squeeze them both into my case.

Mariusz · « **Reply #52 on:** 7 Apr 2010, 03:26 am »

Quote from: shadowlight on 6 Apr 2010, 10:28 pm

I am thinking about using Gary's buffer with ClassD and making integrated stereo amp.

If you can do it - power to you.
I will be using Nelson Pass buffer with D - amp and Maverick as a source with Onkyo iTransporter/iPod.

If I get Dodd buffer I would like to test it in my reference rig with
my 300b PSE monos and RWA DAC.
DAC has variable output but there is something missing.
I am hoping that Dodd's buffer or custom pre-in the works will bring balance back to my system.

TrungT · « **Reply #53 on:** 7 Apr 2010, 06:25 am »

I think Dodd Buffer template is cool, I'm bad about measurement, so this template realy help.
Just print, placed where you want it (masking tape to hold it in place), automatic center punch to the + marks, pick out the drill size, making all the holes. No guess work there.

http://doddaudio.com/Documents/doddbufferholepattern.pdf

sl_1800 · « **Reply #54 on:** 7 Apr 2010, 02:22 pm »

YeeHaa a Dodd buffer kit will be mine very soon, I can't wait.

Gary I spoke with you on the phone about this kit and I will mail you a money order today. I hope to see you at Danny's this weekend.

Steve

gld · « **Reply #55 on:** 7 Apr 2010, 11:23 pm »

Hey all I have had several ask if the buffer could have a HT bypass. This version cannot have a bypass feature, it would require a lot of rework.
I could do a bypass, but I really think that in some cases there would not be enough volume for some movies and such.

I have done a few with a tape loop, but that's about as far as I think it should go for this version.
Gary

shadowlight · « **Reply #56 on:** 7 Apr 2010, 11:32 pm »

Quote from: gld on 7 Apr 2010, 11:23 pm

Hey all I have had several ask if the buffer could have a HT bypass. This version cannot have a bypass feature, it would require a lot of rework.
I could do a bypass, but I really think that in some cases there would not be enough volume for some movies and such.
I have done a few with a tape loop, but that's about as far as I think it should go for this version.
Gary

Thanks Gary. Makes sense.

Mariusz · « **Reply #57 on:** 8 Apr 2010, 12:56 am »

Quote from: TrungT on 7 Apr 2010, 06:25 am

I think Dodd Buffer template is cool, I'm bad about measurement, so this template realy help.
Just print, placed where you want it (masking tape to hold it in place), automatic center punch to the + marks, pick out the drill size, making all the holes. No guess work there.
http://doddaudio.com/Documents/doddbufferholepattern.pdf

It couldn't be easier.
I have a really good feeling about this kit.
Love the concept.
Admire Gary for such a ballsy move.

Gary
You seem to adapt fairly quickly to always changing market and trends.
Understanding it, makes you "half a winner".
Execution is the other half.

Can not wait to hear this kit in all its glory.

Any plans on other DIY offers from Dodd Audio?
(if this kit becomes a success !!!)

Cheers
Mariusz

jtwrace · « **Reply #58 on:** 8 Apr 2010, 01:09 am »

Quote from: Mariusz on 8 Apr 2010, 12:56 am

Execution is the other half.
Can not wait to hear this kit in all its glory.

As one of the first Dodd Buffer buyers, I can say this unit is awesome. It replaced a very expensive preamp.These threads may be of some interest.

http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=75028.0
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=74866.0

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Any plans on other DIY offers from Dodd Audio?
(if this kit becomes a success !!!)

Gary
You have no choice!

Cheers
Mariusz

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gld · « **Reply #59 on:** 8 Apr 2010, 01:25 am »

This is the first time I have offered a kit of any kind let alone one of my best products! I worked and worked to get it as simple and inexpensive as I possibly could. Now I am waiting to see how this first kit goes. If it goes as well as I think it will, then I will release an amplifier kit of some sort as the second kit. I have already started work on it hoping the first kit goes well!

gary