Their initial offerings were well received, but their kit origins were apparent in the layout and cosmetics of their products. Anthem audio the sonic frontiers line series manualzz. Here you find 2 models, 2 with images and 1 with schematics for wireless sets etc. I have a beautiful preamp line 2 and power 2 amplifier with very light aprox 3400 hours use and not a scratch anywhere. Sonic frontiers power 2 operating manual pdf download. Conrad johnson et2 high end hifi, hi end, vacuum tube, audiophile high end. It has a lovely retro design, yet built like a brick and runs silently in the background. Im looking for its schematic or service manual, thanks for any info. I have bought in a sale an used and in non working conditions sonic frontiers line 2 preamp and its separate power sypply. With this amplifier you will derive many years of listening pleasure, it is a stereo tube power amp using 2 5687 tubes, 6 6922 tubes, and 8 6550 or kt88 output tubes. John was also part of the company that made the wellregarded jse infinite slope speakers.
Please note that this is a line stage unit and does not have a. The sonic frontiers line 2 l i n e s ta g ebuilds on the technical. Up for sale is my very special sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp. In just a few years, sonic frontiers has evolved from a parts and kit vendor to a fullline audio manufacturer footnote 1. The ultraanalog d20400a dual da modules stayed untouched but out went the npc sm5803 8fs digital filter, in came the pmd100 hdcdcompatible from pacific microsonics to allow full 20bit replay of. Products the ultimate hifi experience high end car. The sonic frontiers line 1 linestagerepresents a new.
Please contact sonic frontiers if you have any questions a customer service. And most importantly came with a drawing showing what position i was to. Download the sonic frontiers line2 manuals for free. Sonic frontiers line 2 manual linestage pre amplifier. Sonic frontiers manuals, schematics and brochures hifi. The gfp565 didnt have too many inputs, and also no remote. Sonic frontiers transport 3 and processor 3 youtube. Download the sonic frontiers line 3 manuals for free. Sonic frontiers line 3 tube preamp with remote, used, ex demo, for sale. The sonic frontiers line series amplifier pdf manual download. The power supply has lower noise with a refined circuit design and layout.
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I was bouncing between the audio research sp14, sonic frontiers line 1, and adcom gfp565. Ive had 2 years with this little integrated and gone through all the necessary doubts and. Sonic frontiers power 1,2,3 tube amplifier ad,1997,spec. Source components electronic harmonic recovery system model 2. Not that i did ever take magazines awards as gospel but the sfl2 really was that good and designed by the original sonic frontiers team. Sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp upgraded to special edition. Sonic frontiers dealer or sonic frontiers directly. Review of sonic frontiers power 3 with modification by partsconnexion introduction.
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In order to install the tubes, use the supplied phillips screw driver and remove the. I am considering installing 2 8 pin sockets so i can install upgraded digital volume chips. While sf still offers kits like their highvalue assemblage dac2, the new line of vacuumtube electronics has worldclass construction. Download the sonic frontiers line1 manuals for free from the biggest sonic frontiers manual and schematic collection on the web. The openings should never be blocked by placing the. Download the sonic frontiers line 3 manuals for free from the biggest sonic frontiers manual and schematic collection on the web. Sonic frontiers has been independently run by lee thomas since 2002, lee has a deeprooted passion in music and recreating the musical event from high end 2channel audio systems. With first sound preamps you will capture the essence of music and the emotions of the performance, the music is left to. Sonic frontiers line 1 preamp from scratch diyaudio. The owners manual is used as an reference guide, instruction manual and instruction book. Sonic frontiers preamps tube eaters audiogon discussion forum. Sonic frontiers line 2 line preamplifier page 2 beneath the display window are buttons for absolute phase, lr balance, mono, and muting. Hello, please i need sf line 1 schematic or repair manual. The overall sonic characteristics of the unit were just great and has become the preamp in my stereo set up in the garage.
The sonic frontiers sf 1 is a brilliant and highly acclaimed valve line stage preamplifier. Sonic frontiers manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. Sonic frontiers line 1 tubed preamp wheadroom circuit. They went under later but the av subsidiary anthem is still around. In just a few years, sonic frontiers has evolved from a parts and kit vendor to. Sonic frontiers sfl2 amplifierspreamplifiers canuck. Introduced after the success of the modestly priced sfl1 1991 and its sfl1 signature version 1993, the sfl2 got a class a stereophile recommended component. The fuse may be accessed with a small flatbladed screwdriver by turning the fuse cap a 12 turn counterclockwise to unlock a spring that ejects the. We are passionate in creating the highest level of sound quality possible. The biggest collection of sonic frontiers manuals and schematics. View online or download sonic frontiers power 2 operating manual. After a little while i just wanted to have the unit checked out to see if it was operating at maximum efficiency, so i contact sonic frontiers and got a rem number and shipped the unit back to sonic frontiers.
Source components electronic harmonic recovery system model 2 designed by david belles for john sollecitos company, source components electronics, llc in connecticut. Power amplifier, 2 channel high power tube amp from sonic frontiers model power 2 overview. First off, it is in pristine condition and works flawlessly no kids, no. The phono one is a versatile, lavishly constructed product, and matches the handsome cosmetics of sfis current line stages. The sonic frontiers sfl1 is a classy tube hybrid preamplifier with gorgeous internal construction and immaculate wiring design by joe curcio. Sonic frontiers audiophile converter with ultraanalog chips. The button at the lower right, labeled standby, instantly removes the high voltage from the tubes to extend their lives and reduce power consumption. Of all the kits ive built or seen, those from sonic frontiersthe parts. He is committed to understanding the subtle nuances of building a system based on component synergy, and has spent a great deal of time and energy asking questions, listening, and making careful evaluations. Breakin time as with all audio electronic products, the ultimate sonic character of the power 2 will not be realized until and unless the unit receives a minimum of approximately 70 hours of signal breakin time i. Ive owned this equipment from new but because of work related moving, its spent the most of its life boxed up. Have had mine line 2 sesince 2003 and yes ive gotten tube rush noise.
To complete it, was only missing a delay timing circuit for the hv relays and a. Sonic frontiers vintage audiophile twobox preamplifier. It is said that with the development of the line 3 line stage preamplifier, the sonic shortcomings of the standard phono 1 were recognized to be the limiting factor in the line. Download the sonic frontiers line1 manuals for free. Sonic frontiers sfl1 valve preamplifier tube audiogon. Seasonic is a premium brand manufacturer of consumer and industrial power supplies with extensive experience in creating the highest quality products.
Sonic frontiers stock a careful selection of highend equipment that has been carefully hand picked from many physical listening tests. By this time i had a great feel for the monotony of the assembly line. The sp14 had a great phono section, but it didnt have a remote or headphone output. Just wanted to find out from member owners of sonic frontiers preamps.
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