Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 12, 2023 20:38:00 GMT
Big change funding sale item No.2: For sale is the heart of my system, my Neurochrome 686. My 2nd version of this amplifier, and the best build to date. 2x 300Va Audio grade O-Core transformers from James Transformer with 4x independent secondaries. They are wired in anti phase for reduced radiated field. Additionally it has the Avalon PSU, which is a custom designed PCB for this application, 8x 10,000uf Kemet Slit Foil caps, WBT sockets, PC-Triple C wiring and CMC Binging posts, and soft start module, which has been connected up to require a "double press" on the power button. This was done just in case either of my children decided to mess with the amplifier when they were a bit younger. It's in mint condition, and sounds wonderful, as you know i would say. Silver casework with CNC'd Neurochrome logo on the front panel, with TC's agreement! I am looking for £2000 for this. Collection Preferred, but if you need help getting to you, i am sure we can sort something out. There are some pictures here, but I will add more later/tomorrow: audioaddictsforum.com/thread/2187/neurochrome-686-amplifier-build-2022?page=5*NOTE I do not fit speaker protection to these amplifiers. If you want protection fitted, i will do it at cost. I have never seen the point as the LM chips shut down if things go haywire, so it's up to you.
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Post by pete on Nov 12, 2023 21:06:06 GMT
Oli this will be the most amazing amp for someone. After buying your mk1 build I know how great the 686 can be, but this offers so, so much more!! Must say I am nearly tempted myself!!
Can’t believe you are selling it, mind you, I thought the same about the Ektas.
GLWS
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 12, 2023 21:13:48 GMT
Oli this will be the most amazing amp for someone. After buying your mk1 build I know how great the 686 can be, but this offers so, so much more!! Must say I am nearly tempted myself!! Can’t believe you are selling it, mind you, I thought the same about the Ektas. GLWS It will all make sense in the end, Pete. Funnily enough, i thought about you when i advertised it. Might not be the worst idea you have had to be fair
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Post by hifinutt on Nov 13, 2023 16:30:37 GMT
nice , some more pics of the back might be helpful to someone
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 13, 2023 17:30:31 GMT
nice , some more pics of the back might be helpful to someone CMC Binding posts, fuse holder and WBT RCAs. Not much to see!
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Nov 15, 2023 20:07:29 GMT
No longer for sale.
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Jan 2, 2024 21:55:46 GMT
Now back up for sale.
£1850 COLLECTION OR MEETUP ONLY. There will be no further reductions as I'd just be hurting myself.
Don't hang about waiting!
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Post by robbiegong on Jan 2, 2024 22:06:00 GMT
Thought you'd keep this for ever. Looks beautifully and properly put together. I mean the way stuf is laid out inside speaks volumes - no rats nest here as I've seen under the hood of too many pieces.
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Jan 2, 2024 22:17:05 GMT
Thought you'd keep this for ever. Looks beautifully and properly put together. I mean the way stuf is laid out inside speaks volumes - no rats nest here as I've seen under the hood of too many pieces. Thanks rob, built with love. I will build another, but fund raising is the name of the game for now.
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Jan 4, 2024 20:57:44 GMT
Sold STP and Collection
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Post by robbiegong on Jan 4, 2024 21:36:11 GMT
...and no surprise....
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Bigman80
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Post by Bigman80 on Jan 4, 2024 21:36:59 GMT
...and no surprise.... Yeah, it didn't take long, and rightly so. It's a great amplifier.
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