This is my primary system in my basement. The wiring has been upgraded to 2 isolated 20 amp circuits with dedicated grounds. I had a problem with the Jadis blowing internal fuses. Had a technician finally discover a bad solder joint. Aside from that, the unit sounds great. I have swapped out the tubes to new Genelex Gold Lions and the 12ax7's to a NOS pair of Telefunkens. Soundstage improved and highs seem cleaner and higher.
Added a Valab NOS dac with USB input to Mac Mini via USB. Sounds really nice. I'd like to hear a nice old pair of Klipsch horn speakers on this system.
System edited: Just purchased a Weiss DAC2 from Mike Foy in Libertyville, IL. Terrific guy and very knowlegable and has some of the best customer service skills around. The Weiss is still burning in right now, but already sounds great.
Check my system pics Matt - I installed some diffusors from Acoustic Sounds (pretty inexpensive) and did miracles in my room. I will check the Mazda's tubes ASAP...
Yes I did try the Telefunken 12ax7 immediately before the Mazda's. I noticed a great improvement and have not sought out any other 12ax7s since installing the Mazda's. The Mazda's are 12ax7S and not 12ax7 tubes.
I also have 2 quads of Genelex Gold Lions. I am quite happy with them.
I am just starting to research sound absorbing panels.
Hi - I also bought a matche quad of quite expensive Genelec KT88 tubes and the change in my DA50S was dramatic (actually I bought 6 so I have a pair as backup).
Did you try Telefunken's 12ax7's before the Mazgas?
