I think i will use the mordaunt short standmounters i already have and purchase some of Doc's drivers.

Thanks for all the good advice.

Stu

Hello,

I am interested in Doc modding some speakers.

What type of speaker is best suited to this ?

Small standmounted or floorstander
ported or sealed

I have a small pair of mordaunt short budget stand mounts but i think they are rear ported.

Thanks, Stu

I wouldn't put an EI on the output stage of a class AB power amp but preamps, phono stage, dac, clock, cdp anologue stage are all fair game for a bit of experimenting i feel. Hey even the regulated front end of my power amps can benefit from an EI transformer i am lead to believe.

Stu

So Doc, what makes you like toroids more than EI ?

Lower hum field ? Lower winding resistance ?

Stu

Hope you enjoy your purchase.

I build my own or modify stuff now, well the things within my ability.

I have a lot of Avondale audio DIY modules and other diy kits which have given me hours of enjoyment building and listening. Saved a heap of cash too.

Stu

Oh

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