Search results

  1. Ki Choi

    AK (hot rodded) Ampex ATR-102's w/MR-70 Preamps replaces my Studers.

    Hi Victor Did you mean not to hit PLAY from a rewind? ;) Ki
  2. Ki Choi

    STUDER 810 MK II

    If the chirping sound during FF/REW bothers you, you should implement the Autio Mute that Mr. Wu had suggested above. Otherwise, it is normal to hear the chirping when fast winding the tape even with tape lifter working. With modern tape (especially SM900), it can get loud so I try not to let...
  3. Ki Choi

    Puget Audio Fest

    Thanks, Mike for your report of the Kings of Swing with Paul Sawtelle concert on Friday night. Let me add some details of the project that might be interesting. Live on-site recording expertise was graciously provided by Dr. Phillip Chance who prefers music over practicing medicine. Dr. Chance...
  4. Ki Choi

    Nagra T Audio problem. Anyone with experience ?

    Good job at diagnosing the issue, Mr. Wu!
  5. Ki Choi

    added a 3rd Studer A-820 Mk2 with both 1/4" and 1/2" heads, guides and hubs

    Hi Tango, Mike alerted me about your A820 issue. One of the first thing to do when the machine goes into Stop mode by itself is to check the LCD status display for any error messages. The message will help point to where the fault originated. Then also look under the machine for the row of...
  6. Ki Choi

    STUDER A820 Spooling problem.

    Mr Wu I didn't see your post until now. Glad you found the cause of your odd problem. It would be one of those -I would call it- a senior moments. Ki
  7. Ki Choi

    MBL 101e

    I was reminded by FaceBook with a photo from 9 years ago of my room with the 101E MkIIs. Thus, MBLs are more than 10 years old since I had purchased them. Pleasantly surprising that 101E MkIIs are still current model even after ten years. Who else has such a long product life for speakers...
  8. Ki Choi

    Wireless remote control for STUDER A820

    Mr. Wu I have not visited WBF in a while and didn't see your A820 spooling issue. Send me the link. Hope you are staying safe in Taipei. thanks, Ki
  9. Ki Choi

    Wireless remote control for STUDER A820

    Mr. Wu Is the remote RF based? I don't see the receiver. Thanks, Ki
  10. Ki Choi

    Need 01/88 firmware for Studer A810

    Just saw your request. If you still need the BIN files, please send me an email to kichoi@ymail.com Thanks, Ki
  11. Ki Choi

    MBL 6010D users?

    I never had the 6010D in my setup. I guess it was because the "audiophile" in me didn't think much of the Opamp based design in 6010D. However at the end, if it sounds good with the rest of the MBL gear who's to argue? I plan to get one sooner or later. So I don't know if the new DarTzeel I...
  12. Ki Choi

    MBL 6010D users?

    Dartzeel for pre and 9008As for 101Es.
  13. Ki Choi

    MBL 6010D users?

    I recently corresponded with MBL North America for info on possible new MBL preamp that will replace 6010D but Jeremy said there's no plan for a new preamp.
  14. Ki Choi

    Violinist Alena Baeva with three tapeheads

    If the concert was just a little closer...I would have been there too. Thanks Larry for sharing. Ki
  15. Ki Choi

    Need 01/88 firmware for Studer A810

    Send me you email address via PM. Ki
  16. Ki Choi

    STUDER A80 Bearings and where to buy them - HELP!

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/Fur-Studer-A80-A-80-Lager-ball-bearings-Tape-Recorder-/132893173300?hash=item1ef10ce634 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Fur-Studer-A80-R-A-80R-80-R-Lager-fur-Umlenkrollen-Tape-Recorder-/132893178264?hash=item1ef10cf998
  17. Ki Choi

    MBL 101e

    Hope it will stay current for many more years! Judging from how long it took to go from 101E MkI to MII (about ten years I believe), it will be at least two or three more years. I got mine when they first came out.
  18. Ki Choi

    Any Forsell Air Reference LTD owners here?

    I like happy endings. Good luck. Ki
  19. Ki Choi

    Any Forsell Air Reference LTD owners here?

    You will see the shaft in the far right of the photo. This is after I had removed the retainer ring. But to get to the retainer ring, you have to remove the glued cap. I will see if I can add another photo.
  20. Ki Choi

    Any Forsell Air Reference LTD owners here?

    The Kenny G? I have rebuilt the air bearing on my Forsell after talking my wife into visiting Stockholm during our vacation one year so that I can meet the man, Lennart Bergqvist in person. Lennart was Dr. Forsell's right hand person who ran manufacturing. He is also a jazz drummer. I...
  21. Ki Choi

    Studer A820 in for repair!

  22. Ki Choi

    MBL 6010D users?

    Any members use a 6010D? How do this old design stack up to more modern preamps available today in performance?
  23. Ki Choi

    Studer A820 in for repair!

    Curiosity in me want to know too! Ki
  24. Ki Choi

    Krelles system with SMT room treatment!

    Krelle, What would be the rough cost to fully SMT treat a room with about 21'W x 30"L x 12"H dimensions?
  25. Ki Choi

    Alsyvox planars...prepare to sell your Magico's, YG's, Wilson's, Cessaro's. Maggie's, and all others!!

    One of the challenges I had when I had the Maggies, was the 7" tall cellos and violins... How did the size of the instrument imaging work on then?
  26. Ki Choi

    Gotham Audio Studer C37 60HZ 1960’s

    Hi Roger, Thanks for the C37 rack info. I had been using a Rubbermade rolling cart that fits almost perfect for C37 on the top section and a shelf underneath to place a PS Audio Power Re-generator P1000 with the Multiwave II option for going from 60Hz input AC power to 50Hz output power with...
  27. Ki Choi

    Labor Day Kittens (2018)

    Happy again Nice!
  28. Ki Choi

    Technics SP-10MK3

    A shameless plug... you too can have a Technics SP-10Mk3 I had originally posted. It is still for sale. I will consider friends and family deal for the interested WBF member.
  29. Ki Choi

    Genesis & Gary at the Hong Kong Show 2018

    Happy the man is the one who's making his living by doing his hobby - George Bernard Shaw, loosely quoted. Gary is the man in my book. Good luck to Genesis and Gary in HK.
  30. Ki Choi

    American Sound AS-2000 Installations- Far East (Mr. T's)

    Thanks David. I need to get out more. Ki

About us

  • What’s Best Forum is THE forum for high end audio, product reviews, advice and sharing experiences on the best of everything else. This is THE place where audiophiles and audio companies discuss vintage, contemporary and new audio products, music servers, music streamers, computer audio, digital-to-analog converters, turntables, phono stages, cartridges, reel-to-reel tape machines, speakers, headphones and tube and solid-state amplification. Founded in 2010 What’s Best Forum invites intelligent and courteous people of all interests and backgrounds to describe and discuss the best of everything. From beginners to life-long hobbyists to industry professionals, we enjoy learning about new things and meeting new people, and participating in spirited debates.

Quick Navigation

Home Forums Contact us

User Menu

Login
Steve Williams
Site Founder | Site Owner | Administrator
Ron Resnick
Site Co-Owner | Administrator
Julian (The Fixer)
Website Build | Marketing Managersing
Top Bottom