Howdy to all,
I just found you guys so I hope I have found the right place. I'm a slightly older dude, a disabled veteran even, and I am working diligently to get my vintage system up and running again. It isn't as bad as it might sem, but still, I need a little info please.
As mentioned I am a veteran, and I am damn proud of it thank you very much. So many moons ago I got into home audio, before I even joined the military. I actually still have one or two of those pieces and they work very well. So on my last tour overseas I wanted to pick some components that would get me started again. Remember this was a couple of years ago, back in 1991 and 1992.
So I picked the ONLY pair of Klipsch La Scalas and went from there. Money was definitely a concern as I couldn't afford McIntosh, Carver, and brands that I couldn't spell. I would have done if I had started a bit earlier, but the Gulf was firing up and off we went. I know my system might be mundane compared to many, however I enjoy what I have and I'm just trying to build and upgrade from there.
The LA Scalas are long gone, but I'm working with what I have. So the heart of my system for years has been a pair of Denon POA-4400A mono amps, paired with a very nice Onkyo P304 preamp. I am a vinyl guy at heart so analog and turntables are a big part of my chi. I have added a couple of Aircom fan units to help keep things comfortable, as well as having the Denon's serviced recently. However once I got them back and was able to connect everything, I added a small but supposedly nice portable CD player I had just purchased (since returned) and went to make some noise. As a side note I have two Technics SL-PS900 CD units, bit they are in line for some resto work as well. Once I pushed the play button the music lasted for about 1.245674 seconds.
I had, up to this point been using Soundcast receivers and transmitters because of the long and ugly wire runs I would have had to deal with. One of those receivers went kaput, so I was down. I then connected everything via 14 gauge speaker wire and tried again. Nothing. So I decided the Onkyo was the culprit and needed to have a good service and maybe some upgrades as well. I have a very good tech I use who is a couple of hours away, so he verified the Onkyo as needing rehab as well.
For over a month now I have tried to make time to run the Onkyo to him, but the timing just hasn't been great. I was ready to ship it to him but decided to do some research. I wanted to see what preamps would work well with my old Denon's, and I was a little surprised. Sure, the Onkyo has great specs and it mated very well, but now I'm thinking-NEW PREAMP. But it won't really be new coz I am a vinyl guy and analog is in my blood.
I will still have the Onkyo serviced, but I've been looking at Yamaha, Denon, and several other vintage preamps as options to take over for the Onkyo. I've looked at the Yamaha C4 and C6 among others. Then I looked at Denon and the DAP-2500 was made for these blocks. Now I can't even find one. I thought I had looked everywhere, but I haven't even touched a fraction of the market.
Now that I found an Amp and Preamp forum, I'm stoked that maybe someone will show me the way to find my Denon's mate. I want to remain old-school analog so vintage is key for me. I just can't find what I'm looking for. Can someone help me please?
I have my Spectro Acoustics 210 graphic EQ from way, way back. I just upgraded the turntable as well. I even added an Arcam CD5 to the mix. A few moons ago I decided to go surround and put together a new system with a Yamaha RX-V1900 amp, with more Klipsch to go around. I just like my Klipsch. Have done since before my military days. So the Yamaha is what I am using until a replacement arrives. I assume I will need to service the replacement and I'm fine with that. I just need to find one first. HELP PLEASE
I very much enjoy my two channel stuff so the Yamaha will find another place to set soon enough. For my replacement I must have at least 1 volt output from the preamp to effectively run the Denon's. Anything more is just a bonus. The Yamaha C4 and the Denon DAP-2500, and even the C6 are really good fits, but there are others i am sure. I just want a really good phono soundstage so any help would be mist greatly appreciated.
I know I went round and round with this post, but I feel knowledge is key, and I wanted to open up to someone who knows where I am now. I do have a really nice Nakamichi RX-202 that I bought new and recently had serviced. I have some other pieces I'll list soon as well.
So vintage is my game, but quality is also my aim. I take very good care of my stuff, so I'm looking for the same in this piece that evades me. Ok, enough of my garble. I appreciate your eyes and ears here and can only hope that there are at least a few of you knowledgeable folk who understands what my mission is. The Denon DAP-2500 is my target, but I'm happy to listen to suggestions.
Alriighty then. I hope I don't get kicked off the site for eating up so much space, but I felt compelled to get stuff out in the open. Thank you very, very much.
Merry Christmas and stay safe.
Howie
I just found you guys so I hope I have found the right place. I'm a slightly older dude, a disabled veteran even, and I am working diligently to get my vintage system up and running again. It isn't as bad as it might sem, but still, I need a little info please.
As mentioned I am a veteran, and I am damn proud of it thank you very much. So many moons ago I got into home audio, before I even joined the military. I actually still have one or two of those pieces and they work very well. So on my last tour overseas I wanted to pick some components that would get me started again. Remember this was a couple of years ago, back in 1991 and 1992.
So I picked the ONLY pair of Klipsch La Scalas and went from there. Money was definitely a concern as I couldn't afford McIntosh, Carver, and brands that I couldn't spell. I would have done if I had started a bit earlier, but the Gulf was firing up and off we went. I know my system might be mundane compared to many, however I enjoy what I have and I'm just trying to build and upgrade from there.
The LA Scalas are long gone, but I'm working with what I have. So the heart of my system for years has been a pair of Denon POA-4400A mono amps, paired with a very nice Onkyo P304 preamp. I am a vinyl guy at heart so analog and turntables are a big part of my chi. I have added a couple of Aircom fan units to help keep things comfortable, as well as having the Denon's serviced recently. However once I got them back and was able to connect everything, I added a small but supposedly nice portable CD player I had just purchased (since returned) and went to make some noise. As a side note I have two Technics SL-PS900 CD units, bit they are in line for some resto work as well. Once I pushed the play button the music lasted for about 1.245674 seconds.
I had, up to this point been using Soundcast receivers and transmitters because of the long and ugly wire runs I would have had to deal with. One of those receivers went kaput, so I was down. I then connected everything via 14 gauge speaker wire and tried again. Nothing. So I decided the Onkyo was the culprit and needed to have a good service and maybe some upgrades as well. I have a very good tech I use who is a couple of hours away, so he verified the Onkyo as needing rehab as well.
For over a month now I have tried to make time to run the Onkyo to him, but the timing just hasn't been great. I was ready to ship it to him but decided to do some research. I wanted to see what preamps would work well with my old Denon's, and I was a little surprised. Sure, the Onkyo has great specs and it mated very well, but now I'm thinking-NEW PREAMP. But it won't really be new coz I am a vinyl guy and analog is in my blood.
I will still have the Onkyo serviced, but I've been looking at Yamaha, Denon, and several other vintage preamps as options to take over for the Onkyo. I've looked at the Yamaha C4 and C6 among others. Then I looked at Denon and the DAP-2500 was made for these blocks. Now I can't even find one. I thought I had looked everywhere, but I haven't even touched a fraction of the market.
Now that I found an Amp and Preamp forum, I'm stoked that maybe someone will show me the way to find my Denon's mate. I want to remain old-school analog so vintage is key for me. I just can't find what I'm looking for. Can someone help me please?
I have my Spectro Acoustics 210 graphic EQ from way, way back. I just upgraded the turntable as well. I even added an Arcam CD5 to the mix. A few moons ago I decided to go surround and put together a new system with a Yamaha RX-V1900 amp, with more Klipsch to go around. I just like my Klipsch. Have done since before my military days. So the Yamaha is what I am using until a replacement arrives. I assume I will need to service the replacement and I'm fine with that. I just need to find one first. HELP PLEASE
I very much enjoy my two channel stuff so the Yamaha will find another place to set soon enough. For my replacement I must have at least 1 volt output from the preamp to effectively run the Denon's. Anything more is just a bonus. The Yamaha C4 and the Denon DAP-2500, and even the C6 are really good fits, but there are others i am sure. I just want a really good phono soundstage so any help would be mist greatly appreciated.
I know I went round and round with this post, but I feel knowledge is key, and I wanted to open up to someone who knows where I am now. I do have a really nice Nakamichi RX-202 that I bought new and recently had serviced. I have some other pieces I'll list soon as well.
So vintage is my game, but quality is also my aim. I take very good care of my stuff, so I'm looking for the same in this piece that evades me. Ok, enough of my garble. I appreciate your eyes and ears here and can only hope that there are at least a few of you knowledgeable folk who understands what my mission is. The Denon DAP-2500 is my target, but I'm happy to listen to suggestions.
Alriighty then. I hope I don't get kicked off the site for eating up so much space, but I felt compelled to get stuff out in the open. Thank you very, very much.
Merry Christmas and stay safe.
Howie
