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by al newall
Mon Nov 04, 2013 4:51 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Duff TDL RTL2 Speaker
Replies: 3
Views: 4032

I would start by contacting Falcon Acoustics or Wilmslow Audio.

But probably cheaper to buy another good pair from Ebay for spares.
by al newall
Tue Oct 29, 2013 7:03 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: DIY MEET 9-10 november at Owston
Replies: 243
Views: 95769

Steve.

Can you put me down for the Saturday only please.
I need a day out that doesn't involve shopping or visiting castles. :)
by al newall
Mon Oct 21, 2013 9:06 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Coffee machines
Replies: 43
Views: 19886

We had a DeLonghi something or other. Cost around £100 and looked promising. After a short time the steampipe just didn't do what it should. DeLonghi said I should take it to my nearest repairer. A thirty mile round trip but not unreasonable. They kept it over a week and then rang me and told me it ...
by al newall
Tue Oct 15, 2013 3:32 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Nothing In Particular
Replies: 16489
Views: 4856500

Nice little car.
I managed to get a surprising amount of stuff in the back of a Clio, quite recently.
Won't take much cleaning either. :)
by al newall
Sun Oct 13, 2013 11:56 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Where's Al?
Replies: 10
Views: 4940

Sorry chaps i'm still around, and totally embarrassed that i haven't kept you all informed. Feeling especially guilty that i haven't been in touch with Tony. Apologies for that. There's a lot to tell, but probably not on here. Briefly............................ We are fine and have sold our house. ...
by al newall
Mon Jan 21, 2013 9:03 pm
Forum: Buying and Selling
Topic: For Sale. Build your own Audio Valve Amplifiers.
Replies: 0
Views: 1824

For Sale. Build your own Audio Valve Amplifiers.

Paperback Book by Rainer zur Linde

Probably not worth the price on Amazon, but yours for a fiver plus postage.
In clean and tidy condition.
by al newall
Sun Jan 20, 2013 1:46 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Nothing In Particular
Replies: 16489
Views: 4856500

Yeah, i do understand that, Nick. As soon as you begin to use these distro, it's obvious how much work is going on. Trouble is that the appeal isn't there for the average computer user. Until it is, then Microsoft will continue to do what they do. A bit more focus on consumer ease of use, might have...
by al newall
Sun Jan 20, 2013 12:31 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Nothing In Particular
Replies: 16489
Views: 4856500

I've been trialling the latest version of Mint for a few days. Sadly i don't find it much of an improvement on the latest Ubunto. Not impressed with that either. It's too geeky still, and i found a bug straight away which prevented me installing some software. Can't help feeling they've missed the b...
by al newall
Thu Jan 10, 2013 9:51 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: TVs Plasma or LED
Replies: 37
Views: 18982

Wait a minute ~ it is, of course, LAN (local area network) Which could be a router (at least that's how mine works, as far as the PC is concerned it's a LAN with broadband connectivity) That's why i questioned it. Is it a roundabout way of saying the TV can be used for browsing, or just updating it...
by al newall
Wed Jan 09, 2013 9:37 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: TVs Plasma or LED
Replies: 37
Views: 18982

Good stuff Mark and James. I don't think reflections are going to be a huge problem. The room has massive windows on one side, but the blinds are always shut. Ceiling lights might affect it though. The broadband connection might not even happen, so i won't lose sleep over that. I can't imagine it be...
by al newall
Wed Jan 09, 2013 6:54 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: TVs Plasma or LED
Replies: 37
Views: 18982

TVs Plasma or LED

I've landed the job of sourcing a 50 inch telly for the local church lounge. Just because i managed to fix one of their speakers, and know how to use the lawn tractor, they think i'm an ex spurt. But i've no real interest in TV. The requirements seem straightforward.... It must show TV programmes, a...
by al newall
Mon Jan 07, 2013 5:11 pm
Forum: Everyones Projects
Topic: 112a Preamp
Replies: 87
Views: 25569

Has anyone got an odd EL34 they don't want anymore ? The one I'm using is from one of the 833a amps. Phil. I've got an old Edicron or maybe two that are probably good enough for your purpose. Can't imagine me ever needing them. Might not get to the Post tomorrow though. PM your address again if you...
by al newall
Thu Dec 27, 2012 2:31 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 31
Views: 12546

Yes Chris.

Apart from the lack of background whistling.
It's making music much clearer.
Tighter bass, more convincing trebly bits and possibly a bit more speed and attack.
It seems my speakers aren't as polite sounding as i thought.
Overall a good experience.
by al newall
Thu Dec 27, 2012 1:27 pm
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 31
Views: 12546

Santa bought me a decent 36v SMPS, for the 100 watt Tripath amp.
The previous one from a Kodak printer made a horrible whistling noise.

It's made a bigger difference than i expected.
. :shock:
by al newall
Tue Dec 25, 2012 8:14 am
Forum: Assorted Stuff
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 31
Views: 12546

May you all have the best Christmas possible.