[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: uk modding service
King Saul Wrote: Bolder are now saying 8-10 weeks wait on their site !!! Thats over two months with out a squeezebox - dunno if I can cope ?!. Well, give me sometime to sort all my tagging out for my Flac files. You don't need to send it straight away, Wayne contacts you when you should ship it. I had to wait around 6-7 weeks before i shipped and i was without SB for 2-3, which is still along time to be without the SB, having to get out of my seat to put CD's on was a pain though. -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23946 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: SB mod on not mod, what to expect vs CD player?
I have been using my Bolder modded SB2 for 2-3 weeks now and i am astounded in the improvment in every aspect, I no longer use my Marantz CDP that is better sounding than the stock SB. I use a Naim Nait 5i amp and Dynaudio audience 62's and the quality is something i didn't think possble. I am not using the digital out as I don't think it can improve the sound enough to warrant bying a DAC. I also use a linear supply which is a very minor upgrade compared to the modded SB -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23948 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: uk modding service
I sent 2 SB's, 1 had full analogue mod, the other full analogue and digital. The digital mod has not been tested yet, the analogue is awesome. I sent via Royal mail 3-5days to US, 15-20 quid -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23946 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: SB mod on not mod, what to expect vs CD player?
I went for the full analogue mod with platinum caps etc. I am using a DIY power supply measuring excactly 5v out. This does improve the sound slightly, it tightens the bass and smooths the highs, but in comparison to the mods it is minimal. With the modded unit every aspect is improved, it really is beyond what you would think the SB is capable of. Bite the bullet and get the mods and power supply. -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23948 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Best mod?
Heuer Wrote: Just discovered the PSU I used has voltage sensing. Not an issue for me as my power lead is only about 12 long but worth knowing if you need to run a metre or more. To activate you need to cut the links on the connector posts and run a four wire cable to the SB3 plug. Each pair is connected to the relevant connector post and away you go. Would be pretty damn tricky soldering 4 wires into the adapter though! -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18491 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Best mod?
Jetlag Wrote: Follow-up number 2: I just quickly soldered a jumper across those pins and checked the voltage across +OUT to -OUT, a rock-steady 5.04VDC! WOOHOO! Now, to go find an enclosure locally that looks even cooler than Heuer's. ;-) Oh, and did I fail to mention that I only paid $2.95 USD for this PSU! There is no need to boast now is there;) -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18491 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Best mod?
Robin Bowes Wrote: Simon said the following on 04/01/2006 08:32: Heuer Wrote: The PSU referred to is indeed a ready built unit, including transformer, that only requires leads and a box (for safety reasons). The product number on the RS Components site is: 173-1604 (HSB open frame linear PSU,5V 15W). The site does not allow me to paste a direct link so just enter the number into their search function - it is the first on the list. Drill in further and you can get pdf copies of the spec sheet, wiring instructions and product brochure. This one seems to be almost exactly the same: http://www.cascadesurplus.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/99/products_id/856 but at a fraction of the cost and in the US! I've just bought one for $2.50 from cascadesurplus via ebay, those interested and willing to wait can get them sent to the UK for as little as $9.70. Postage rates quoted to me are: Global Express Mail $33.75 Global Priority Mail $22.00 Airmail Letter Post $19.10 Surface Letter Post $9.70 which means a unit can be yours for around £7.20 albeit somewhat slow to arrive. I'm considering buying a batch of these units and re-selling in the UK. How much interest would there be to buy one of tehse from me in the UK? R. -- http://robinbowes.com If a man speaks in a forest, and his wife's not there, is he still wrong? I have just been listening to my new psu as stated by Heuer (saved me alot of time searching through RS catalogs) and the difference is definatly better all round, tighter bass and more defined mid and treble without the harshness. Thanks Heuer your a star!! -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18491 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
[SlimDevices: Audiophiles] Re: Best mod?
Hi, could anyone tell me if a lower ripple noise level will benefit a linear psu. Thanks Paul -- squeezeme squeezeme's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=1106 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18491 ___ audiophiles mailing list audiophiles@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
