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Post by carlton8000 » Fri Nov 11, 2011 11:14 pm

Time for me to return to the Carver fold. Many years ago I owned 3 diiferent pairs of the Amazings. Then i got bit by the surround sound bug and sold them. Big mistake. Along the way discovered Apogee and the Scintilla. Now that the Scintilla has been damaged beyond a point that I want to deal with, I am searching for my 1st love, the Amazing.

The only question I have for now is can all of the models be repaired if the need arrises. I am leaning toward the original ALS. Just want to be certain that the ribbons can be repaired and woofers replaced if needed.

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Re: Hello 2 All

Post by jjptkd » Fri Nov 11, 2011 11:23 pm

Welcome!! =D> =D> Woofers can be bought new and a senior member here rebuilds the ribbons, good luck!
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Post by thuffman03 » Sat Nov 12, 2011 12:09 am

Welcome to the forum!
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Re: Hello 2 All

Post by engtaz » Sat Nov 12, 2011 4:28 am

Welcome
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Post by kingman » Sat Nov 12, 2011 6:42 am

Welcome back!!! =D> =D> =D>
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Post by carlton8000 » Sat Nov 12, 2011 10:29 pm

Gentlemen,

Thanks for the welcome and information. 8)
Apple ATV2 (3)
Apogee Centaur Minor
Apogee Columns
Apogee Scintilla
B&O Beomaster 2400
Behringer B2092A
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Carver C-9
Carver CT-7
Carver M-4.0t
Carver MXR-900
Carver TX-11
Dayton APA150(2)
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Jamo Sub250(2)
Kenwood KR-2400
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Post by Snoop65 » Sat Nov 12, 2011 10:41 pm

Welcome!!!!! \:D/
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Post by ekog » Sat Nov 12, 2011 10:50 pm

Welcome!
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Post by angelod307 » Sun Nov 13, 2011 12:01 am

welcome, i must say the plats mk4 is real nice.
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Post by Scarabeo » Sun Nov 13, 2011 3:43 am

Hello :D
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Post by helicopterpilotdoug » Sun Nov 13, 2011 6:13 am

\:D/ WELCOME!!! \:D/
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Post by treitz3 » Sun Nov 13, 2011 7:11 am

Hello and welcome to the Carver forum, carlton8000. Yes, as mentioned, all of the parts can be still had. That said, the woofers have gone up dramatically in price within the past couple of years but the good news is that they are still available. Rolland can rebuild or upgrade the crossovers, Dynavox has the woofers and DaveS [here at the forum] is the same cat that rebuilt and repaired the ribbons while the Carver corporation was still in business. We also have folks that can assist with modifications, custom tweaks, setup, refinishing and whatever else may strike your fancy.

I take it that you already know that the Original Amazings only have a handful of amplifiers that can properly power them, correct? The Silvers and the Plat's are much more efficient, which opens up the range of amplification to drive said speakers. Right now, the prices of Carver gear have shot up....just due to the season but if you are patient, we can assist in finding you what you want at a price point that won't break the bank.

Anyhoo, welcome [again] to the forum and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
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Post by carlton8000 » Wed Nov 16, 2011 10:46 am

I am traveling today to audition the Original Amazings. If i buy I will have to put them in storage until I can figure away to get them home. Any storage tips would be greatly appreciated. Two pairs are available from different sellers. I hope something pans out.

In the mean time i purchased a tx-11 off AGON i always thought of it as one of the most attractive pieces of Mr. Carver's work, with the Silver Sevens being his Masterpiece? 8)
Apple ATV2 (3)
Apogee Centaur Minor
Apogee Columns
Apogee Scintilla
B&O Beomaster 2400
Behringer B2092A
Carver ALS original
Carver C-9
Carver CT-7
Carver M-4.0t
Carver MXR-900
Carver TX-11
Dayton APA150(2)
Harmon Kardon CDR 2
Jamo Sub250(2)
Kenwood KR-2400
Marantz 2230
Meridian 568
Meridian 518
NHT Super Zero
Realistic Minimus 7(2)
Sony EP9es
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Post by TNRabbit » Wed Nov 16, 2011 11:09 am

WELCOME, Carlton!

While the Silver Sevens were certainly Bob's statement piece, he continues to build tube amps! Go to http://www.bobcarver.com to see his latest masterpieces. He sold a pair of modified Silver Sevens on ebay this year that had 20 output tubes each (KT120s) for a total output of 900 watts into an 8 ohm load~

Are you familiar with his Sunfire gear?
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Re: Hello 2 All

Post by carlton8000 » Wed Nov 16, 2011 7:58 pm

Sunfire, yes, while searching for amps to power my now defunct 1ohm Scintilla. I purchased a Sunfire Signature amp along with the Sunfire tube preamp. A nice combo for most speakers. 8)
Apple ATV2 (3)
Apogee Centaur Minor
Apogee Columns
Apogee Scintilla
B&O Beomaster 2400
Behringer B2092A
Carver ALS original
Carver C-9
Carver CT-7
Carver M-4.0t
Carver MXR-900
Carver TX-11
Dayton APA150(2)
Harmon Kardon CDR 2
Jamo Sub250(2)
Kenwood KR-2400
Marantz 2230
Meridian 568
Meridian 518
NHT Super Zero
Realistic Minimus 7(2)
Sony EP9es
Visonik David 30
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