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Post by stam on Aug 28, 2019 7:20:12 GMT -6
Btw
There is a bypass switch on the unit , it’s on the manual (wet dry knob position 11)
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Post by m03 on Aug 28, 2019 7:57:57 GMT -6
The Fairchild uses a 5A mains fuse. Such a high value was used only to stand the huge inrush current needed to feed all that cold filaments and charge the big caps, since back in the day s slow blow fuse was still not avaliable (I believe it was in the eighties) The disadvantage if using a such big fuse is that any eventual subsequent malfunctioning will blow the circuit before the fuses shorts out. We decided to use a smaller slow blow mains fuse to protect the inner circuit. For further protection in the unfortunate case you forget this suggestion of turning down the knobs a soft start circuit in the control amplifier and NTC's surge protection has already been implemented on all units, in other words, you can power on the unit with the knobs anywhere and it won’t damage the control amplifier The manual was made before I made this changed thus is outdated and you have nothing to worry about, I will be editing the manual this week Thanks for the detailed explanation. I'm sure everyone is relieved to hear that it's a solved issue. |
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Post by adamjbrass on Aug 28, 2019 8:09:27 GMT -6
Id rather use a GoogleChild, than your box.
peace dood
don't quote me anymore.
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Post by stam on Aug 28, 2019 8:36:49 GMT -6
Id rather use a GoogleChild, than your box. peace dood don't quote me anymore. Don't worry, I'd rather someone with an actual brain using mine, we are in the same page. By the way, here is a picture I found on google of my soft start control amp PCB. (https://www.facebook.com/stamaudio/photos/a.238724229584719/1267860283337770/?type=3&theater) It's amazing the technology these days, it took me 3 posts to read it on google, design it, print, populate it and ship it with a unit, all of that while I was taking a walk. Cheers and yes, I won't quote you again. |
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Post by stam on Aug 28, 2019 8:38:09 GMT -6
The Fairchild uses a 5A mains fuse. Such a high value was used only to stand the huge inrush current needed to feed all that cold filaments and charge the big caps, since back in the day s slow blow fuse was still not avaliable (I believe it was in the eighties) The disadvantage if using a such big fuse is that any eventual subsequent malfunctioning will blow the circuit before the fuses shorts out. We decided to use a smaller slow blow mains fuse to protect the inner circuit. For further protection in the unfortunate case you forget this suggestion of turning down the knobs a soft start circuit in the control amplifier and NTC's surge protection has already been implemented on all units, in other words, you can power on the unit with the knobs anywhere and it won’t damage the control amplifier The manual was made before I made this changed thus is outdated and you have nothing to worry about, I will be editing the manual this week Thanks for the detailed explanation. I'm sure everyone is relieved to hear that it's a solved issue. My pleasure |
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Post by kcatthedog on Aug 28, 2019 10:07:30 GMT -6
Id rather use a GoogleChild, than your box. peace dood don't quote me anymore. If you post on an open forum: think it’s kind of free reign after that?  |
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Post by adamjbrass on Aug 28, 2019 10:21:53 GMT -6
Sure it's a free world. No one is stopping Josh from Running his business into the toilet. And no one is stopping me from limiting my interactions with people like him.
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Post by kcatthedog on Aug 28, 2019 10:32:25 GMT -6
Well, there are naturally differences of opinion, and Josh and the gang are also making progress. Are they there yet, no, but things are getting better, but there is still room for improvement re: clearing backlog etc.?
Once any of us posts on an open forum, anybody can cut and paste, so difficult to control ?
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Post by 000 on Aug 28, 2019 12:01:31 GMT -6
Sure it's a free world. No one is stopping Josh from Running his business into the toilet. And no one is stopping me from limiting my interactions with people like him. It’s probably a good idea to limit your interactions. You just clearly made yourself into the fool in this situation. Especially considering the manufacturer clearly posted photos of the circuit you claimed not to “believe” existed - without one admission of the fact you were certainly wrong in your baseless assumptions. |
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Post by phantom on Aug 28, 2019 12:07:53 GMT -6
Stam are sure gathering some enemies lately.
I'm still not sure about the build quality of Stam equipments, but prefer not to have any assumption.
Anyway, one thing is being angry with the company about delays, etc. Another thing is spreading misinformation about aspects that you have no way of knowing.
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Post by adamjbrass on Aug 28, 2019 12:17:11 GMT -6
Sure it's a free world. No one is stopping Josh from Running his business into the toilet. And no one is stopping me from limiting my interactions with people like him. It’s probably a good idea to limit your interactions. You just clearly made yourself into the fool in this situation. Especially considering the manufacturer clearly posted photos of the circuit you claimed not to “believe” existed - without one admission of the fact you were certainly wrong in your baseless assumptions. Thanks!!!! |
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Post by bradd on Aug 28, 2019 12:39:46 GMT -6
When this story reaches its inevitable conclusion, I don't think Adam will be the one looking silly.
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Post by m03 on Aug 28, 2019 12:42:20 GMT -6
It’s probably a good idea to limit your interactions. You just clearly made yourself into the fool in this situation. Especially considering the manufacturer clearly posted photos of the circuit you claimed not to “believe” existed - without one admission of the fact you were certainly wrong in your baseless assumptions. If the manufacturer listed it in the manual, and didn't correct the misinformation until criticism was received, then it was not baseless. That said, it has been addressed, so maybe everyone can just get on with discussing the qualities of the actual production units, once they receive them. |
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Post by drsax on Aug 28, 2019 12:55:44 GMT -6
Adam, I generally love your contributions, but I think the way you jumped in on Stam here is a real bad look. It would be nice thanks to keep these threads on topic. Things seem to be getting a bit out of hand here on our cool little forum. More off topic and confrontational than usual.
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Post by stam on Aug 28, 2019 13:09:47 GMT -6
When this story reaches its inevitable conclusion, I don't think Adam will be the one looking silly. What story? The StamChild? With all the hard work and sweat we have spent on it I am sure it will be a success story like every single piece I have made in the past six years that has sold out completely. |
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Post by stam on Aug 28, 2019 13:15:33 GMT -6
I apologize if I got heated
Sometimes people cross a boundary calling you a liar and looking down on your work, a machine so complex and that nobody attempted to sell at a reasonable price before and I got angry. Nobody has the right to insult anybody.
I will refrain from further comments for now other than the unit itself.
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Post by kcatthedog on Aug 28, 2019 13:21:18 GMT -6
Hey let’s not beat each other up over this? The truth is the manual needs to be updated and good that we clarified both the concern and it’s resolution. Only natural to have differences of opinions and perspectives ?
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Post by wiz on Aug 28, 2019 16:28:36 GMT -6
The Fairchild uses a 5A mains fuse. Such a high value was used only to stand the huge inrush current needed to feed all that cold filaments and charge the big caps, since back in the day s slow blow fuse was still not avaliable (I believe it was in the eighties) The disadvantage if using a such big fuse is that any eventual subsequent malfunctioning will blow the circuit before the fuses shorts out. We decided to use a smaller slow blow mains fuse to protect the inner circuit. For further protection in the unfortunate case you forget this suggestion of turning down the knobs a soft start circuit in the control amplifier and NTC's surge protection has already been implemented on all units, in other words, you can power on the unit with the knobs anywhere and it won’t damage the control amplifier The manual was made before I made this changed thus is outdated and you have nothing to worry about, I will be editing the manual this week Josh thamks for the update and explanation. That is great that it is all sorted out. I am looking forward to receiving mine. cheers Wiz |
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Post by stam on Aug 30, 2019 15:51:26 GMT -6
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Post by indiehouse on Aug 30, 2019 19:20:02 GMT -6
I would write-up a gear review for this piece when I eventually receive it. I’ve written other published reviews for pieces that truly inspired me. No offense to that reviewer, but he barely discusses how the unit sounds/operates. Most of it was about the wait. Can’t wait till my number is up. |
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Post by hadaja on Aug 30, 2019 19:43:49 GMT -6
I was offered a discount if i gave a review on one of Stam’s gear. Is this a common practice with other manufacturers?
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Post by chessparov on Aug 30, 2019 19:52:16 GMT -6
[quote author=" indiehouse" Can’t wait till my number is up. [/quote] I sure can!  Chris |
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Post by Ward on Aug 31, 2019 5:19:50 GMT -6
hadaja are you suggesting someone is being disingenuous?
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Post by indiehouse on Aug 31, 2019 5:35:44 GMT -6
I was offered a discount if i gave a review on one of Stam’s gear. Is this a common practice with other manufacturers? I didn’t get an offer. I might have gotten one a while back that said something like offering a 10% discount on your next purchase for leaving feedback/review, I can’t remember. But I had assumed that 10% was probably off list price, and preorder discounts are generally more than that. |
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Post by Martin John Butler on Aug 31, 2019 16:34:26 GMT -6
Stam sometimes offers a small discount as a thank you if someone takes time to do a proper review. It's a good way to get interest in your products. Stam never says anything to influence a review though, and of course, you can just post anything you like.
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