Audio Asylum - Inmate Systems

Minus23's Tube Starter System
IP Address: 71.204.104.218	Last Update: June 01, 2011 at 12:58:03
Amplifier:	NAD C326bee, Cayin A-50t, Antique Sound Labs Wave 8 mono blocks - modded
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	N/A
Speakers:	Vandersteen Audio 1c, Fostex FE166es-r, Fostex FE206es-r, Fountek FR88-ex in boxes
Sources:
CD Player/DAC:	Rega Apollo
Turntable/Phono Stage:	N/A
Other Accessories/Room/Misc.:
Speaker Cables/Interconnects:	1m DH Labs BL-1 interconnect, DH Labs T-14 speaker cable, anti-cables speaker wire, anti-ICs interconnect cable, DIY silver/copper interconnects w/DH Labs Ultimate RCA connectors
Other (Power Conditioner, Racks etc.):	Target Audio 4-shelf rack, PS Audio Duet AC power conditioner
Tweaks:	Audioquest NRG-3 power cord on the Duet Vibrapods isolation. The Vibrapods make all the difference, JJ KT77, Tung Sol 12AX7, NOS 12AU7(made in Germany) tubes in the Cayin
Room Size (LxWxH):	20 x 22 x 8
Room Comments/Treatments:	no room treatment
Music Preferences and Comments:
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Mostly Jazz, Chamber. most music except country and inspirational
System Goals/Comments:	get a tuner, turntable and enjoy for a few years, save money for high-end tube system
System Strengths:	Very good sound for the money, very satisfied.
System Weaknesses:	constant tweaking/upgrades,
Video/HT System: None
Other Interests/Hobbies/Occupation:	Tai Chi Chuan, running, health and fitness