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No problem whatsoever running 4ohm speakers on a properly running/restored unit. I’ve been running daily a pair of AR-3a speakers with my 9090 for close to 20 years. It’s a match made in heaven soundwise - perfect complimentary sonic bliss.

Sansui 9090 today, after some last bits of maintenance... Both channels are pretty much the same :cool:

I recently made a ton of interconnects for my entire system with Mogami 2549. I’m astonished with how much of an audible difference the cabling makes. I agree with you that it’s good stuff. It’s surprisingly easy to make your own custom interconnects. I opted to shield one side as per most...

I chose W2549 to make interconnects partially due to the super low capacitance rating. The superb shielding was also something I considered. The cables I made really sound fantastic and are also deeply silent. Can't wait to see if the last part of my system not using 2549, my beloved AR-XA...

No real problem at hand. The original RCA cable works fine but my entire system has Mogami interconnects. My XA is the only part that doesn’t. Maybe an improvement? I’ll find out and report back. As is, my restored XA has given me 20 years of terrific sound. Perhaps splicing in 2549 cabling will...

Many thx! I'll do this mod tonite :)

I've had my XA for a very long time, and it runs great. I recently made a large batch of custom Mogami interconnects for my stuff at home. As it turns out, I have some cable left. My AR-XA still has the original RCA cables, so I thought that I'd make a custom set to replace it. I don't want...

What customizations did you do? The D2 is such a great DAC, especially when modified

Can you elaborate as to what you did?

Thx for the reply. The pics aren’t of my personal 9090. Considering that my unit has been restored and upgraded (albeit much more than a decade ago), I’m wondering still if 7a fuses are the way to go? Just tryna keep it up to snuff.

I’ve had my 9090 for a long time - and I had a terrific AK member CDfixer restore and upgrade mine (RIP CDfixer, he was a true gent and I’m very lucky to have met him). One thing that I’ve noted is that my unit has the updated fuses (pic shows two 10a fuses). A few questions: should I change...

I’ll chime in and say that I’m very pleased with my upgraded Sparko & Tube D2. I’ve had it pretty much since it was introduced. It sounds phenomenal with my system. No need to change it but I was curious what Ryan might add to a v2.0 D2 to make it more contemporary, if you will. I’d like another...

I guess nobody has heard any updates from Ryan

Longtime upgraded D2 owner. I’m curious if anyone has heard any news about the new 24bit/192kHz variation. Ryan does not respond to emails anymore it seems. I’m leaning towards buying a D1+ and using my Sparko Labs in it if the new D2 with this resolution isn’t happening. Just tryna get more rez...

I really appreciate what you’ve shared. Much appreciated!! I love my modded crossovers and caps walnut 7s. I’ve been using them with great success for years with a sub and a NuReality SRS unit with our HDTV. They sound fantastic! Now I’ll finally be able to match the grills with my AR-3a :) Cheers

Question: how did you recloth them? What kind of adhesive holds the material in place? I’ve been wanting to re-do mine for a many years

Thank you for the information. It does look like a Premotec unti based on the part number. Good thing I didn't replace the pulley (I was considering it since mine has tiny imperfections on the 45 portion). I am thinking of getting the Music Hall 2.0 Cruise Speed Control. I'm fed up with...

It's a lovely turntable and it still sounds amazing after all these years!

Hello all, Old member here who just did a nice tune-up on my AR-XA. Every few years I clean it up... I wanted to oil the motor with sewing machine oil. And to my surprise, I had forgotten what motor was there under the plinth. And guess what? I don't know what it is. Does anybody know what...

Hello gentlemen! It's been a while :D For some nice local work here in Los Angeles and its immediate environs, I suggest (and as you can see, I am not the only one suggesting this) Orange County Speaker. They are located in Garden Grove, not far at all from Los Angeles. Just make sure that...

Looks like it was great! Wish I could've been there. Cheers :)

I gotta pick that one up. Zawinal is one helluva dude.

I gotta try that! :D