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    Metaxas Papillon

    I had a conversation with Jeff Polan @NextGen about a plug-in replacement upgraded Nagra IV-S repro circuit and its something that's on his backlog of projects. It's something we plan to revisit later this year. I'll let Jeff comment on more details about it, including potential limitations...
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    Analog Audio Design TP-1000

    The ATR can handle 14" if the reel motors are mounted in the appropriate position. Otherwise, the limit is 10.5", but all ATRs can be converted without further modification and all have swappable deck plate inserts to support both motor-mount locations. The A80RC does 14"? I thought it was...
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    Nagra repair anyone!

    In the US, we have another option for Nagra T Audio repair. Dan Labrie, former ATR Services lead tech founded Myriad Magnetic, based out of Philadelphia. ATR refurbishment is still his #1 priority, but he now works on most other professional tape machine brands as well. He has serviced or...
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    Stellavox Pro TD9 New Manufacture Tape Machine

    Yes, for the time being they are not selling the units. Hoping to see production resume late summer. I have a TD9 in for repair and conversion from 16mm to 1/4”.
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    New Repro cards!

    I agree with @Foxbat that the ATR is my favorite machine. In addition to (IMO) the best stock sonics of any pro machine available, you cannot beat the flexibility of the platform - swap formats in under a minute, 4-speed capability, 14" reel handling, mono to 4-track capability, etc. With the...
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    Studer A820 in for repair!

    If anyone is looking for Trafoless cards, I've got a couple of recapped pairs left. The work was done by Roger Ginsley and they've all been tested and verified working. PM me.
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    AK (hot rodded) Ampex ATR-102's w/MR-70 Preamps replaces my Studers.

    I'd agree with the assessment that the ATR is punchier than the A820, though versus smooth, I'd characterize the Studer A810/12/20 sonics as slightly veiled and not quite as dynamic. Personal opinion, of course. @Mike Lavigne - it's a shame you're shipping both A820s out since I'm pressing...
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    AK (hot rodded) Ampex ATR-102's w/MR-70 Preamps replaces my Studers.

    Larry , et al - I want to make sure people know that Dan Labrie, the former Lead Technician at ATR Service Corp, is now operating independently out of Philadelphia, PA as Myriad Magnetic and is rebuilding ATRs as he did when working for Bette during the previous decade. He has not stopped this...
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    Using an integrated amp as power amp

    hi Michael, did you ever find a solution to be able to bypass the pre-amp in your Classic INT? I'm looking at a Classic INT now that I would only consider buying if I could bypass the preamp when so desired.
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    Doshi Tape Preamp Versus deHavilland Model 222 Mk. II

    Larry - eventually, there will be an ATR audio card produced that can handle multiple calibration settings without having to swap cards.
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    Stellavox Pro TD9 New Manufacture Tape Machine

    I'm looking forward to comparing it with my other machines including the ATR, A820, T Audio, and MTR15, among others. I have a different experience with my Nagra T than you. After being fully serviced and calibrated, I think it's an excellent sounding machine. I've heard it described as...
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    Stellavox Pro TD9 New Manufacture Tape Machine

    Unfortunately, not as of yet. I resent my shipping information last week because Peter wanted to send it 'now,' but haven't received an update. It's time to check in :). As for first title, I'm not sure yet. Whatever moves me on that particular day (which could still be weeks away) :)
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    Stellavox Pro TD9 New Manufacture Tape Machine

    @andromedaaudio and @Audiophile Bill - thank you both. I'm excited to receive it. It might be the most expensive piece I own (though the Nagra T and A820s are rapidly catching up).
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    Stellavox Pro TD9 New Manufacture Tape Machine

    Mine is nearly complete and is supposed to ship very soon. I'll provide an update once I receive it.
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    New Repro cards!

    Jeff, we've talked about it, but I think it's worth mentioning that in the product backlog is development of NextGen repro cards for the A80VU mkII-IV as those machines get a bad rap for their playback electronics compared to the A80R/RC.
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