I prefer 2 supply systems because they are more simple, but the concept is 'OK'.
I have, in the past, made tracking power supplies for power amps, but I would not do it again, today. Too complex, so complex, that HK decided not to use it.
I have, in the past, made tracking power supplies for power amps, but I would not do it again, today. Too complex, so complex, that HK decided not to use it.
IMO grounding and ground wiring is grossly underestimated. Different ground wiring schemes make a great difference, IMO greater than passives.
PMA said:IMO grounding and ground wiring is grossly underestimated. Different ground wiring schemes make a great difference, IMO greater than passives.
This to me makes a lot of sense
JPV
PMA said:IMO grounding and ground wiring is grossly underestimated. Different ground wiring schemes make a great difference, IMO greater than passives.
I think the best circuits can be ruined by improper ground wiring.
I would like to see this topic developed.
PMA said:IMO grounding and ground wiring is grossly underestimated. Different ground wiring schemes make a great difference, IMO greater than passives.
I'll second that.
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Originally posted by PMA
IMO grounding and ground wiring is grossly underestimated. Different ground wiring schemes make a great difference, IMO greater than passives.
Agreed, and it is important to keep a consistent grounding scheme throughout the system.
PMA said:IMO grounding and ground wiring is grossly underestimated. Different ground wiring schemes make a great difference, IMO greater than passives.
There is no doubt about it.
At long last we have a consensus here.
Grounding
On this topic, can we read people's experience of the use of a resistor between high current ground ( typically output stage currents correctly controlled to avoid large loops) and low signal ground ( mainly input stage decoupling). I mean impact on the quality of sound
What is the influence on sound quality of the use of a ground loop breaker ( 2 diodes in // + a resistor) to break ground loops created by safety requirements.
Did people use a clean ground which is an equipotential where no signal current is flowing and where all the shields and input filtering is connected. This clean ground is connected to the chassis and protective earth after the ground loop breaking circuit
I am interested to know if these techniques have a strong or weak influence on the sound quality.
JPV
On this topic, can we read people's experience of the use of a resistor between high current ground ( typically output stage currents correctly controlled to avoid large loops) and low signal ground ( mainly input stage decoupling). I mean impact on the quality of sound
What is the influence on sound quality of the use of a ground loop breaker ( 2 diodes in // + a resistor) to break ground loops created by safety requirements.
Did people use a clean ground which is an equipotential where no signal current is flowing and where all the shields and input filtering is connected. This clean ground is connected to the chassis and protective earth after the ground loop breaking circuit
I am interested to know if these techniques have a strong or weak influence on the sound quality.
JPV
Should one use the same kind of wire for ground as the + & - dc voltage? Any comments from your experiences?
asking questions
Try it yourself,or you will never know
regards
Max Albin
ps It Isn't the wire,Its how It's connected.
Try it yourself,or you will never know
regards
Max Albin
ps It Isn't the wire,Its how It's connected.
Re: asking questions
It’s in fact both the wire and how and where it’s connected that matters.
Cheers
Stinius
albin said:It Isn't the wire,Its how It's connected.
It’s in fact both the wire and how and where it’s connected that matters.
Cheers
Stinius
The ground issue was previous brought up, and unfortunately misplaced into the wrong section on diyaudio. Electronics & Parts are not about ground theory as far as I can tell.
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=134500
Apparently the moderators did not see fit to move it to a more appropriate venue, like this Solid State sub-title. I wish they had, or would still... it has not flourishedfrom a lack of visibility sitting in the wrong place, imho.
The way to handle it if the "tube guys" want to see it is to put a pointer on a sticky in that section...imo. (at least long enough to attract enough of them over...)
Mr. Pass??
_-_-bear
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=134500
Apparently the moderators did not see fit to move it to a more appropriate venue, like this Solid State sub-title. I wish they had, or would still... it has not flourishedfrom a lack of visibility sitting in the wrong place, imho.
The way to handle it if the "tube guys" want to see it is to put a pointer on a sticky in that section...imo. (at least long enough to attract enough of them over...)
Mr. Pass??
_-_-bear
Re: Bear
I agree it belongs in the solid state forum, but sadly John started his thread in another forum.
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1681462#post1681462
bear said:The ground issue was previous brought up, and unfortunately misplaced into the wrong section on diyaudio. Electronics & Parts are not about ground theory as far as I can tell.
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=134500
Apparently the moderators did not see fit to move it to a more appropriate venue, like this Solid State sub-title. I wish they had, or would still... it has not flourishedfrom a lack of visibility sitting in the wrong place, imho.
The way to handle it if the "tube guys" want to see it is to put a pointer on a sticky in that section...imo. (at least long enough to attract enough of them over...)
Mr. Pass??
_-_-bear
albin said:Come back Jneutron, where are you, I miss you
Kind regards
Max
I agree it belongs in the solid state forum, but sadly John started his thread in another forum.
http://www.diyaudio.com/forums/showthread.php?postid=1681462#post1681462
john curl said:It is difficult to know what people want. Sometimes they want confidential info, such as detailed schematics. Other times, they just want me to go away, so they can be happy in their existing belief pattern. I am still open to REAL questions about amp and preamp design that don't impinge on my making some sort of living.
For the record, I have a part time business partner who is almost incensed that I contribute here, because it makes me no money, and just wastes time that might be directed toward stabilizing my income stream. He makes a good point, but I often learn here from many who respond on this and other threads, especially through 'links' that I was previously unaware of.
That alone, makes it worthwhile for me.
John
Just be yourself, nothing more nothing less.
Nobody with a sense of understanding has asked you for a schematic or secrets.
Nobody wants you to go away.
Cheers
Stinius
Re: Re: asking questions
Both of you are correct.
Simply put, ground loops are formed when current is flowing in more than one path via the various ground return connections and wirings.
I don't know whether rules for avoiding ground loops can be written down.
Anyhow, it takes common sense, the ability to visualize currents flow and a lot of experience.
Also, as John Curl wrote in this thread – the ground return route is a part of signal route – including the bypass capacitors and all the rest.
albin said:
Try it yourself,or you will never know
stinius said:
It’s in fact both the wire and how and where it’s connected that matters.
Both of you are correct.
Simply put, ground loops are formed when current is flowing in more than one path via the various ground return connections and wirings.
I don't know whether rules for avoiding ground loops can be written down.
Anyhow, it takes common sense, the ability to visualize currents flow and a lot of experience.
Also, as John Curl wrote in this thread – the ground return route is a part of signal route – including the bypass capacitors and all the rest.
stinius said:
John
Just be yourself, nothing more nothing less.
As far as I can tell (including personal phone conversations), John (John Curl) is and have been himself all along this thread from day 1 he posted here and all along this thread. (For which I highly respect him, first and foremost as a human being).
However, JC being himself didn't prevent others, including you, stinius, from attacking, mocking and ridiculing him.
So, stinius, please, do yourself and all of us here a favor – take a stand and stand firm on your stand.
Do you perceive JC as a human being?
Do you perceive JC as an accomplished electronics engineer and audio designer?
Do you respect JC?
– If yes, how does it manifest?
– If no, what are you after in this thread?
Joshua_G said:John (John Curl) is and have been himself all along this thread from day 1 he posted here and all along this thread.
Yep, I'm afraid you are right

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