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by Ray P
Tue Feb 13, 2024 6:44 am
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: RTZ SDM (DSD) DAC
Replies: 94
Views: 34749

Re: RTZ SDM (DSD) DAC

Nice job Ray Tony's kindly sent me one to try out , it's been a while since I've done any diy but have built a few different dacs over the years . My preference has been a modified AYA2 I've been using for 16 years so looking forward to properly comparing the RTZ . I can only listen to DSD files at...
by Ray P
Mon Feb 12, 2024 6:37 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: More RTZ DAC Fun.
Replies: 18
Views: 2338

Re: More RTZ DAC Fun.

Steve, I think you've done a cracking job there.Really pleased that you're getting such enjoyment from the RTZ. I think you deserve a
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by Ray P
Wed Feb 07, 2024 7:27 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Interesting (non musical) YouTube videos.
Replies: 414
Views: 159655

Re: Interesting (non musical) YouTube videos.

Another age...

by Ray P
Sun Feb 04, 2024 4:53 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: Pass Sony VFET Project
Replies: 21
Views: 3425

Re: Pass Sony VFET Project

Mike H wrote: Sun Feb 04, 2024 1:49 pm Any chance of a schematic or is it copyright? Just curious.

Tried a Google but so many confusing variations or things with the same name, apparently! :shock:
Here you go Mike

https://www.diyaudio.com/community/atta ... f.1035400/
by Ray P
Sun Feb 04, 2024 11:06 am
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: Pass Sony VFET Project
Replies: 21
Views: 3425

Re: Pass Sony VFET Project

A quick re-arrangement of the system and I'm in business with the Valve DAC as the source. Big step up, delightful music.

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And earlier this morning, I designed a front panel in Fusion 360 and ordered it to be 3D printed - I'm giving JLC's new service a try.
by Ray P
Sat Feb 03, 2024 7:10 pm
Forum: Your Fave Artists
Topic: What Are You Listening To Right This Minute?
Replies: 6162
Views: 1902991

Re: What Are You Listening To Right This Minute?

Following her recent passing, and Shane's positive comments, I bought a copy of

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and I'm enjoying listening to it as I type this.
by Ray P
Sat Feb 03, 2024 7:02 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: Pass Sony VFET Project
Replies: 21
Views: 3425

Re: Pass Sony VFET Project

I've been listening to my VFET project this afternoon and it is already making exquisite music - I say already simply because there is definitely more to come as I'm only using a Samsung phone as the source and my Noir HPA to drive it. The VFET is a follower with no voltage gain. I listened initiall...
by Ray P
Fri Feb 02, 2024 7:10 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: 6550 SE Amplifier
Replies: 110
Views: 10586

Re: 6550 SE Amplifier

Cressy Snr wrote: Fri Feb 02, 2024 5:24 pm Must get my bus pass sorted.
Me too, just a shame I done have a stash like Paul's to fetch.
by Ray P
Tue Jan 30, 2024 7:10 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: General health matters.
Replies: 785
Views: 199313

Re: General health matters.

Went to an appointment at my health centre today in response to a text I had recieved inviting me for an annual check-up - I just assumed it was the result of becoming eligible for my state pension. The opening sentence from the the medic was "we've called you in to check how your heart conditi...
by Ray P
Mon Jan 29, 2024 9:31 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: On My Bench.
Replies: 93
Views: 30934

Re: On My Bench.

Schlampige!
by Ray P
Sun Jan 28, 2024 2:29 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: Pass Sony VFET Project
Replies: 21
Views: 3425

Re: Pass Sony VFET Project

Almost there! I've been doing the internal hook-up wiring today and have done some initial checks/adjustments/tests - voltages are what they should be! I just have to hook up the input phono sockets now before I can finish checking and, hopefully, listen to some music - sadly that will have to wait ...
by Ray P
Sun Jan 28, 2024 7:01 am
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: Transcendent Sound Masterpiece.
Replies: 17
Views: 15214

Re: Transcendent Sound Masterpiece.

Jwro wrote: Sun Jan 28, 2024 1:02 am ...so I'll enjoy building the stock version of Masterpiece kit and learn from it.
Do post here about your build and impressions.
by Ray P
Sat Jan 27, 2024 6:54 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Interesting (non musical) YouTube videos.
Replies: 414
Views: 159655

Re: Interesting (non musical) YouTube videos.

Classic Formula 1 and Annie Nightingale, what more could you ask for!

"What's this little knob for..."



Gethin was a DNF in the race.