This is probably a Buffer that Tomlinson Holman published in the 70's. It was I think in Audio magazine and used in the ADVENT 300 preamp. You can probably download the schematic from HiFi Engine, but try to find the original article about the buffer, maybe a patent search. I built the buffer a simple one transistor stsge snd it really made a difference. This is probably exactly what this circuit is doing. It has a low output impedance so cables will not effect the sound.
Yes, as the creator of this product, I can verify you're not a million miles away. We weren't aware of Tomlinson Holman's work, but it makes sense as there is nothing new under the sun! The buffer in this case though is in the headshell and takes phantom power from the pre-amp. We've tried to make it as simple to install and usable as we can. Thanks for your comment.
I got a Denon DL 301II MC but had put it away for my MM cart because with the direct preamp conn. with MC gain the high end was dull or missing. Then I risked a bit of money and bought a used Denon SUT step up transformer from Japan to use the preamp in MM setting. This made all the difference in the world and it sounds sublime. Top end is not bright but just right. So I got Denon TT, cart, SUT working optimum. The big money MCs are out of the question right now.
I guess any tonal changes people notice or not (in your case) will depend on the capacitance that their original set up presented to the cartridge. Cartridges aren't generally reviewed with respect to correct capacitance loading, so for some, a particular cart may be way too hot on top, yet others find it more neutral.
I designed and I make this. When you lower the output capacitance at the cart end, cable capacitance becomes irrelevant. That's what this system does, in the same way a condensor mic works. You send phantom-power up the wire to the buffer-amp on the back of the cart and the cables no longer act like aeriels!! Noise is lower plus a bunch of other improvements.
Interesting and good to see British innovation! The supplier website says the device weighs under a gram, presumably though not mentioned in the video (nor could I see mention on the supplier website) this will mean the tracking force will need adjustment? I would like to see a null test too to see what difference actually occurs and whether that difference is audible. Is there any added noise (resonance from the device for example)?
I really like your turntable. I hope to find one just like it, but so far every time I locate one it either doesn't have the acrylic platter option...or it's beat up physically. The acrylic platter is a must, and I don't buy anything unless it's in really close to brand new condition.
You haven't compaired it to the Waxwing phono preamp. You rated it very highly early this year. Would love to know what you think. I own the Puffin which was the model before the Waxwing.
@@abxaudiophiles sounds a bit copium only a capacitor and resistor is different and there's no reason why not to try it on your other cartridges, it might work very well. if he really wanted to do it properly he would have made one board and just had an adjustment knob on the preamp but he wants to sell boards for what $20 ??+ we can see why. Try and see might be rubbish might be good but just try what you're scared of😂
The finest cartridge and stylus, turntable and amplifiers CAN NEVER CORRECT FOR INNER GROOVE DYNAMICS LOSS...period. Let's go back to cassettes and 78's...joking.
What a load of rubbish. The phono section is all about some gain that was defined in the 70s, the RIAA equalisation curve is standard, if this thing cannot comply to the basic standards why even discuss it. How come it took you almost 50 years to realise there is an impedance specification both for cartridges and amplifiers for years. mI have had a Dynavector carat ruby since 1976 and my phono section in my amp has worked with it without a problem for >50 years. Goodness, all you guys are snake oil punters that is all, try learning about the engineering behind the standards established and why.
Hello, as the designer of the product, I can confirm this doesn't change RIAA at all. RIAA is in the phono amp. This device lowers the output impedence of the cart and cancels the capacitive effect of the cables. This flattens the frequency response to where it should be because most MMs are not flat - they have a hump about 12kHz. This means you have something much closer to RIAA than without.
@@johnbravo7542 it's actually made in the UK, by me, so it couldn't be further from China if you tried. I'd like to know why you think it's snake oil!!
@ I could not disagree with a statement more if I tried. Measurements only tell us a very small segment of the big picture. But I’m not here to change your mind, have a great day and I appreciate you being here.
@@Wizardofgosz Many reasons really. Just like any cable they all make a difference. And it’s nice to get the extra gain from XLR in some cases and just to know your transferring the least amount of noise possible. I run XLR anytime I can. And a good Mogami wire with quality ends! 👌👌
@@abxaudiophiles I make my own cables, copper wire and connectors not of course / protection that looks good to my eyes, but the rest solder etc. the prices are just ridiculously high if you buy them 1 whole, and then not even talking about the scammers who say it is oxygen free etc.
This is probably a Buffer that Tomlinson Holman published in the 70's. It was I think in Audio magazine and used in the ADVENT 300 preamp. You can probably download the schematic from HiFi Engine, but try to find the original article about the buffer, maybe a patent search. I built the buffer a simple one transistor stsge snd it really made a difference. This is probably exactly what this circuit is doing. It has a low output impedance so cables will not effect the sound.
Yes, as the creator of this product, I can verify you're not a million miles away. We weren't aware of Tomlinson Holman's work, but it makes sense as there is nothing new under the sun! The buffer in this case though is in the headshell and takes phantom power from the pre-amp. We've tried to make it as simple to install and usable as we can. Thanks for your comment.
And there is your answer.. :)
I got a Denon DL 301II MC but had put it away for my MM cart because with the direct preamp conn. with MC gain the high end was dull or missing. Then I risked a bit of money and bought a used Denon SUT step up transformer from Japan to use the preamp in MM setting. This made all the difference in the world and it sounds sublime. Top end is not bright but just right. So I got Denon TT, cart, SUT working optimum. The big money MCs are out of the question right now.
Nice work!!
I guess any tonal changes people notice or not (in your case) will depend on the capacitance that their original set up presented to the cartridge. Cartridges aren't generally reviewed with respect to correct capacitance loading, so for some, a particular cart may be way too hot on top, yet others find it more neutral.
The changes were much more around stage clarity and overall presentation. Didn’t really change the “sound” of the Blue.
I designed and I make this. When you lower the output capacitance at the cart end, cable capacitance becomes irrelevant. That's what this system does, in the same way a condensor mic works. You send phantom-power up the wire to the buffer-amp on the back of the cart and the cables no longer act like aeriels!! Noise is lower plus a bunch of other improvements.
Interesting and good to see British innovation! The supplier website says the device weighs under a gram, presumably though not mentioned in the video (nor could I see mention on the supplier website) this will mean the tracking force will need adjustment?
I would like to see a null test too to see what difference actually occurs and whether that difference is audible.
Is there any added noise (resonance from the device for example)?
@AitchAitch999
It’s all covered in the review.
I really like your turntable. I hope to find one just like it, but so far every time I locate one it either doesn't have the acrylic platter option...or it's beat up physically. The acrylic platter is a must, and I don't buy anything unless it's in really close to brand new condition.
I understand, it's a frustrating hunt, but worth the wait.
Interesting stuff. 👍🏻
Appreciate it. Enjoy. 😉
You haven't compaired it to the Waxwing phono preamp. You rated it very highly early this year. Would love to know what you think. I own the Puffin which was the model before the Waxwing.
The Zin Amp is far superior. IMHO. The WW is more versatile.
Did you not try it with the Dynavector cartridge the PCB why not!??
This version is specific for the cart used in the review as covered in my review.
@@abxaudiophiles sounds a bit copium only a capacitor and resistor is different and there's no reason why not to try it on your other cartridges, it might work very well. if he really wanted to do it properly he would have made one board and just had an adjustment knob on the preamp but he wants to sell boards for what $20 ??+ we can see why. Try and see might be rubbish might be good but just try what you're scared of😂
@jedi-mic So many options.. HA ;)
@@abxaudiophiles not many options if it was me I would just try it just to see you might surprise yourself☺
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It’s a thing. 👌👌
Thanks James
@@bengleason508
My pleasure Ben
That set up for vinyl is serious. Thanks for sharing this James.
@@adsph
My pleasure. Thank you for being active.
The finest cartridge and stylus, turntable and amplifiers CAN NEVER CORRECT FOR INNER GROOVE DYNAMICS LOSS...period. Let's go back to cassettes and 78's...joking.
@@Warpedsmac pros and cons to all mediums. 😁
Sounds like a great product...thanks
You’re welcome. It’s a really cool playground.
Thanks guy! Good info..
@@tyronejohnson6482
You’re welcome. ☺️
What a load of rubbish. The phono section is all about some gain that was defined in the 70s, the RIAA equalisation curve is standard, if this thing cannot comply to the basic standards why even discuss it. How come it took you almost 50 years to realise there is an impedance specification both for cartridges and amplifiers for years. mI have had a Dynavector carat ruby since 1976 and my phono section in my amp has worked with it without a problem for >50 years. Goodness, all you guys are snake oil punters that is all, try learning about the engineering behind the standards established and why.
Hey Nic.... Why don't you try actually listening like we do... Sorry, you are just wrong here... Which is OK, it is a funny hobby.
Hello, as the designer of the product, I can confirm this doesn't change RIAA at all. RIAA is in the phono amp. This device lowers the output impedence of the cart and cancels the capacitive effect of the cables. This flattens the frequency response to where it should be because most MMs are not flat - they have a hump about 12kHz. This means you have something much closer to RIAA than without.
@@johnbravo7542 it's actually made in the UK, by me, so it couldn't be further from China if you tried. I'd like to know why you think it's snake oil!!
@@abxaudiophiles your ears suck and so do mine. Listening is a horrible metric. Only measurements matter.
@ I could not disagree with a statement more if I tried. Measurements only tell us a very small segment of the big picture. But I’m not here to change your mind, have a great day and I appreciate you being here.
Sick little guy!
Let’s go!! 👌👌👌
Nice video. Maybe an Ortofon Black would be a fairer comparison re the Dynavector
@@cobar5342
Possibly, just did the blue cus that’s what our good friends over at Zin Amp wanted us to do. 😊😊
Nice job mister. 👍 👌 Wuf. 🍺 🐻
@@jaysullivan9545 Cheers my friend.
Why don't people just buy a balanced xlr turntable/preamp/amp to play music
Very very few on the market. But I’m all for XLR.
Why? short RCA cables are good enough. It's not like you're running a mic cable 150 ft or something.
@@Wizardofgosz
Many reasons really. Just like any cable they all make a difference. And it’s nice to get the extra gain from XLR in some cases and just to know your transferring the least amount of noise possible. I run XLR anytime I can. And a good Mogami wire with quality ends! 👌👌
@@abxaudiophiles I make my own cables, copper wire and connectors not of course / protection that looks good to my eyes, but the rest solder etc. the prices are just ridiculously high if you buy them 1 whole, and then not even talking about the scammers who say it is oxygen free etc.
@@Wizardofgosz even the worst cables are susceptible to data leaks after 100 meters (328 ft)
love that table setup. Those platimons in the back look sexy.
@@arunaryan1983
Heck yea. Amazing speakers. 🔊
Moist
@@CuttinChopps
Sometimes audio does that. 🤣🤣