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Over the weekend I did some more “finishing” to my S.E.X. amp. I attached the top plate with some nice SS socket-head screws and fitted a vented piece on the bottom; both to make the amp ‘novice-proof’ at work. I also polished the power transformer and painted the output transformers' outer shell a nice flat black. It is now a very nice looking amp as well as a very functional amp.
To get to the point, after re-assembly I lined it up in the system with the new Straight 8s just to make sure I hadn’t pulled something loose. I put in a CD that I just got and hadn’t listened to yet; Eva Cassidy Live at Blues Alley.
Folks, I have been seriously back into hi-fi for about three years now, and have listened to various hi-end systems. I have never been overwhelmed with emotion like I was for practically the entire CD. I kept looking at the gear; yep, my little stock S.E.X. amp and homemade Straight 8s with those cheap drivers is making the hair on my arm stand up and putting the lump in my throat.
I am sure my emotion was partially because I was reading about Eva while listening. I had not heard of her until recently. It is shame that we lost her so prematurely. This lady could perform, and what a glorious voice! Her music is what makes these tiny little SETs sound their best and I could listen to it over and over.
What are some of your emotional listening experiences?
Thanks Doc, PJ, Paul, Eileen, Ed and the rest of the staff for providing these wonderful products!
Rick
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