LampizatOr Baltic 3
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The next tube rolling level is done,
I replaced the stock JJ ECC 802 S with their original siblings:
Telefunken ECC 802 S
In comparison the JJ is more forward, more analytical, in a way more contemporary.
The Telefunken Original is more soft, but I like the timbre of the voices a lot.
The 6SN7 position is now booked by a pair of NOS
RCA VT99 (a 6F8G type)
using some Polish adapters.
They sound more powerful than the 6sn7 tubes I tried before, music has more energy.
Together with the softer Telefunken I like the total blend.
No change in recti, I will definitely try out other types than the EML 274.
Specially as my PhonoPre is using the same recti.
I am listening actual a lot to "Theodor Bastard", a Russian music project,
which will be in favor for all "Dead Can Dance" lovers.
This set of tubes makes the music even more involving and the voice from Jana Vera more magic.
I replaced the stock JJ ECC 802 S with their original siblings:
Telefunken ECC 802 S
In comparison the JJ is more forward, more analytical, in a way more contemporary.
The Telefunken Original is more soft, but I like the timbre of the voices a lot.
The 6SN7 position is now booked by a pair of NOS
RCA VT99 (a 6F8G type)
using some Polish adapters.
They sound more powerful than the 6sn7 tubes I tried before, music has more energy.
Together with the softer Telefunken I like the total blend.
No change in recti, I will definitely try out other types than the EML 274.
Specially as my PhonoPre is using the same recti.
I am listening actual a lot to "Theodor Bastard", a Russian music project,
which will be in favor for all "Dead Can Dance" lovers.
This set of tubes makes the music even more involving and the voice from Jana Vera more magic.
Hi Shakti, where did you get those adapters? I had ordered a disparate pair of VT99s and Chinese adopters weeks ago to try with the demo unit I had. As bad luck would have it, I had to give the demo unit back yesterday and the darn adapters and ONE tube arrived today. I was really eager to try it as I can't use VT99 in the Pac. Ah well, I always wanted a pair of VT99 as Lukasz loves them. I think the B3 will create an online chase for VT99s. LoL
Their is a Polish source for the adapters, I bought here:
Tube adapter 6F8G to 6SN7 - 1 pair | eBay
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It is already difficult to find a matches pair of this tubes in Europe, it seems, that the B3 effect is already there
Good good friend of mine got few weeks ago B3 with beautiful copper top and i really like the look. He’s in love with the unit and SQ but told me i destroyed his life as now each weekend he’s rolling tubes for entire night
Thanks.Their is a Polish source for the adapters, I bought here:
Tube adapter 6F8G to 6SN7 - 1 pair | eBay
Finden Sie Top-Angebote für Tube adapter 6F8G to 6SN7 - 1 pair bei eBay. Kostenlose Lieferung für viele Artikel!www.ebay.de
It is already difficult to find a matches pair of this tubes in Europe, it seems, that the B3 effect is already there
For the vt99 availability, I can only SIGH! I had to keep cost down for practical purposes, so I bought a disparate pair, one white, one black. As I don't have a b3, it was more for curiosity and well.I always wanted a pair of Lukasz's fav tube.
Got mine here from China. Identical price: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2pc-gold...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649Their is a Polish source for the adapters, I bought here:
Tube adapter 6F8G to 6SN7 - 1 pair | eBay
Finden Sie Top-Angebote für Tube adapter 6F8G to 6SN7 - 1 pair bei eBay. Kostenlose Lieferung für viele Artikel!www.ebay.de
It is already difficult to find a matches pair of this tubes in Europe, it seems, that the B3 effect is already there
what kind of rectifier is it?Good good friend of mine got few weeks ago B3 with beautiful copper top and i really like the look. He’s in love with the unit and SQ but told me i destroyed his life as now each weekend he’s rolling tubes for entire night
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I assume, an adapter is needed as well?
need to try this strange looking tube
The famous Frankie! The us military 596 recti. Yes, it needs an adapterwhat kind of rectifier is it?
I assume, an adapter is needed as well?
need to try this strange looking tube
My B3 is on its way across from Poland. As you know, Lucasz does not supply the unit with a mains power cable. For those of you that have a B3, can I ask what power cable you use with it please? My dealer wants to sell me one for a four figure sum which seems somewhat steep and I have sticker shock!
Any good quality power cord will do. I use Swisscables and the gray Lampi power cord on my electronics.
I would suggest not to hurry and get several four figure sum cables on loan just to try
If you never heard what really good mains cables can do, you might be in for a big surprise. Lampizator has bang for the money cables in three figures. They are sold separately. Or at least used to be available. Or ask Greg what he has for demo.Personally I prefer to go as high as I can with the mains cables having experienced what they do. My favorite from fairly priced ones is High Fidelity Cables Reveal, maybe you can get it on loan.
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Dear Juergen,
Thank you for reporting on your Baltic-3 tube rolling endeavors!
In this particular case I don't want to learn about the ingredients, or how to cook the recipe in the kitchen; I just want to sit down in the dining room and eat.
What specific tube replacement(s) for the Baltic-3 would you recommend if I want to copy your achievement of replacing the stock tubes to "make the music even more involving and the voice . . . more magic"?(Please suggest something where I don't have to get into finagling around with third-party adapter devices.)
And what basic streamer do you recommend for the Baltic-3? Is there any reason not to use the Innuos ZEN Mk3 or the ZENith Mk3?
Thank you.
Ron
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Lukasz has some favorite tubes, the 242 and the VT99 are part of it.Dear Juergen,
Thank you for reporting on your Baltic-3 tube rolling endeavors!
In this particular case I don't want to learn about the ingredients, or how to cook the recipe in the kitchen; I just want to sit down in the dining room and eat.
(Please suggest something where I don't have to get into finagling around with third-party adapter devices.)
And what basic streamer do you recommend for the Baltic-3? Is there any reason not to use the Innuos ZEN Mk3 or the ZENith Mk3?
Thank you.
Ron
From there I still would recommend :
2x Shuguang 12AU7-TG
2x RCA VT99
1x Kron 5U4G
The usage of VT99 was recommended by Pawel, a Lampizator representative and I can perfectly agree to it.
As all Lampizator DACs are made to individual customer order,
I would recommend to order the Baltic 3 with the VT 99 / 68FG PIN layout , than you do not need an adapter, can imagine,
that Lukasz can ship with Kron Recti plus RCA VT99 plus some nice 12AU7 as well
A Innuos Zen or Zenith would be a good companion, as the Baltic is using the latest generation USB input board,
In my set up the Innuos PhoenixNET LAN switch was a bigger improvement as the Innuos Phoenix USB clock.
You might get both units from your Innuos dealer to find the best in your set up.
Dear Juergen,
Thank you for reporting on your Baltic-3 tube rolling endeavors!
In this particular case I don't want to learn about the ingredients, or how to cook the recipe in the kitchen; I just want to sit down in the dining room and eat.
(Please suggest something where I don't have to get into finagling around with third-party adapter devices.)
And what basic streamer do you recommend for the Baltic-3? Is there any reason not to use the Innuos ZEN Mk3 or the ZENith Mk3?
Thank you.
Ron
Actually, he was not teaching you how to cook, but just how to sample the different dishes in a buffet so that you can load the plate with your choice
Lukasz has some favorite tubes, the 242 and the VT99 are part of it.
From there I still would recommend :
2x Shuguang 12AU7-TG
2x RCA VT99
1x Kron 5U4G
The usage of VT99 was recommended by Pawel, a Lampizator representative and I can perfectly agree to it.
As all Lampizator DACs are made to individual customer order,
I would recommend to order the Baltic 3 with the VT 99 / 68FG PIN layout , than you do not need an adapter, can imagine,
that Lukasz can ship with Kron Recti plus RCA VT99 plus some nice 12AU7 as well
A Innuos Zen or Zenith would be a good companion, as the Baltic is using the latest generation USB input board,
In my set up the Innuos PhoenixNET LAN switch was a bigger improvement as the Innuos Phoenix USB clock.
You might get both units from your Innuos dealer to find the best in your set up.
This is perfect, Juergen! Thank you so much!
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