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    If it ain’t broke, fix it anyway.

    If it ain’t broke, fix it anyway.
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Jan 24, 2023
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    Been using it for years and have nothing but good things to say. I used to think there had to be...

    Been using it for years and have nothing but good things to say. I used to think there had to be a catch, but I haven't found one yet.
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Jan 17, 2023
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    @Poimandres Sweet avatar! That is all.

    @Poimandres Sweet avatar! That is all.
    Status Update by ckhirnigs, Dec 27, 2022
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    Don't think you'll regret it. It's still my favorite amp, and for me, it represents the sweet...

    Don't think you'll regret it. It's still my favorite amp, and for me, it represents the sweet spot between performance and price.
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Dec 15, 2022
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    Loaner: JAR600 V1 and JAR600B

    I'm interested in hearing these two if it's still possible to get in on the loaner tour. I'm in Birmingham, AL. Thanks!
    Post by: ckhirnigs, Dec 2, 2022 in forum: Loaner Programs
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    Loaner: ZMF Caldera

    Not sure if I made the cut, but I’d love to hear these! I’m in Birmingham, AL.
    Post by: ckhirnigs, Nov 28, 2022 in forum: Loaner Programs
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    Mid-Tier Tube Amp Off

    I’m a big fan of the Quicksilver as well. I also own an SW51+ and like it a lot, but I’ve yet to find a headphone that sounds better on it than...
    Post by: ckhirnigs, Nov 25, 2022 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    @roughroad I’m sure you’re not the first to mistake my avatar for Frank Zappa. It’s actually Jim...

    @roughroad I’m sure you’re not the first to mistake my avatar for Frank Zappa. It’s actually Jim Croce, but they are very easy to confuse!
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 21, 2022
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    I just did as well a few minutes ago. From the sounds of it, I might have snagged one of the...

    I just did as well a few minutes ago. From the sounds of it, I might have snagged one of the last ones. I was surprised there were any still...
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 20, 2022
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    My understanding is that the Nitsch "3FN" circuit should be nearly identical to the original 3F...

    My understanding is that the Nitsch "3FN" circuit should be nearly identical to the original 3F except for the added RCA input. Don't think the...
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 17, 2022
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    https://www.head-fi.org/threads/zmf-atrium-new-open-back-co-flagship.962609/post-17246313

    https://www.head-fi.org/threads/zmf-atrium-new-open-back-co-flagship.962609/post-17246313
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 16, 2022
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    Saw someone on Head-Fi mention there was an ECP DSHA-4F in the works with more power for driving...

    Saw someone on Head-Fi mention there was an ECP DSHA-4F in the works with more power for driving planars than the 3F. Is this true?
    Status Update by ckhirnigs, Nov 16, 2022
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    My Quicksilver is back home and sounding as great as ever. Mike didn’t charge me for the repair...

    My Quicksilver is back home and sounding as great as ever. Mike didn’t charge me for the repair or the return shipping. Color me impressed!
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 15, 2022
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    It’s on the way to Mike at Quicksilver. Hoping for a quick and cheap fix. I’m not sure if it’ll...

    It’s on the way to Mike at Quicksilver. Hoping for a quick and cheap fix. I’m not sure if it’ll be under warranty since a bad tube is to blame,...
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 4, 2022
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    The honeymoon was short with these welded plate Tungsrams.

    The honeymoon was short with these welded plate Tungsrams.
    Profile Post Comment by ckhirnigs, Nov 3, 2022