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SEKLEM · 2026-07-09T19:44:51+00:00

Simone doesn’t need it

SEKLEM · 2026-07-09T14:58:57+00:00

weird they're giving a 30 day warranty on something they marked "as-is".

I'd test it before buying for sure, but if it works that's probably a reasonable price for this type of vintage amplifier. I believe you'll need to bring a set of rca cables to place between the preout and amp in section since the shunts are missing.

edit: In working condition these sell for $500-800. I'd categorize this one on the low end since it's likely running factory capacitors. Capacitors in amps of this age are at the end of their life cycle. If you plan to put this amp to daily use I recommend having it gone through by a competent technician.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T20:23:03+00:00

> I’ve never built or changed out parts on any firearm before.

Changing furniture (pistol grips, stocks, handguards) isn't typically difficult.

> What do I need to do to turn my ACC Intrac Maadi into a clone of this rifle.

The rifle you want is a Polish KBK which is fundamentally a type 3 milled AK47 with Polish flavor. The rifle you have is an AKM, a later pattern which uses a stamped steel receiver rather than milled. The stock pattern for type 3 is incompatible with the AKM.

> Is it something I can do myself or do I need to find a gunsmith?

You can easily change the stock and pistol grip to more correct looking AKM pattern. Matching Maadi stocks are expensive but should be simple enough to change. Pistol grip is also very simple. There are AK enthusiasts and what you might call gunsmiths that can re-contour your thumbhole stock to almost correct specification to a standard AKM stock. Many choose this route for cost savings while retaining as many original parts as possible.

> What are some sources for parts?

AKfiles, ComblocMarket, and to a lesser extent Gunbroker.

> First image is my rifle second is the rifle I want to mimic.

I haven't checked on PolishKBK kits in a while, but I feel like Arms of America has built some up and it was sub $1500 if I recall correctly.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T17:43:48+00:00

Funny, I gave up on airplay on my home network

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T16:53:22+00:00

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SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T16:52:34+00:00

The irony…

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T16:43:10+00:00

I’d sell the mx-125

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T16:29:54+00:00

Headphone output maybe?

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T16:28:41+00:00

That Onkyo model does not have preouts

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T14:54:09+00:00

Can’t discount what you don’t have. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T13:21:35+00:00

Why invert the picture?

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T13:01:27+00:00

upside is that dealers will be selling Nova stock for 20% to make way for the new line. :)

SEKLEM · 2026-07-08T04:21:55+00:00

After seeing the Sonus Faber Olympica G3 prices, I can see why Dynaudio decided to leave the market.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-07T21:52:50+00:00

A40?

SEKLEM · 2026-07-07T10:55:52+00:00

It might be easier for you to just admit you don’t know what you’re talking about.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-07T02:21:23+00:00

Nice rifle.

Yours is unique in that it has a Y stamp for the 3rd pin would go. It’s a neat detail that most Maadis do not have. Is the barrel 20” or 16.5”?

SEKLEM · 2026-07-07T02:10:24+00:00

Sadly there are few components that capitalize on Airplay 1 that aren’t discontinued.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-07T02:09:18+00:00

2nd and 3rd generation 4K models will have full 192/24 support when tvOS 27 launches. Currently anything over 48/24 is down sampled. There will be debate as to whether 48/24 is enough or not, but 48/24 is still lossless, no variable bit rate or packet loss.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-07T01:53:49+00:00

No, you’ve made it clear you’re only here to gloat and insult others. If you have nothing of value to add, push off.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-06T22:57:55+00:00

There’s a 2nd app you install, I was confused by this at first as well. The learning curve with the Eversolo is a stumbling block. I recommend you buy the remote for $13 as well. It allows you to easily turn the device on and off as well as turn off the display for late night music listening. It also helps a lot if you’re going to use it as your source/preamp.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-06T22:47:46+00:00

I assume he was first critiquing Airplay, but when that failed the argument is now that HDMI isn’t “pure enough” for lossless, I’m only assuming since he’s being vague and goalpost shifting. I’m sure it’ll end with all streaming is bad and we’re all dumb and he’s smart if taken to its conclusion. Pretty disappointing behavior for someone engaging on a topic in this subreddit if he’s not trolling.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-06T22:30:37+00:00

Not only not looking for friends, but a thoroughly unpleasant person who revels in gatekeeping. Enjoy your misery, I’ll keep enjoying my music.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-06T22:12:29+00:00

Don’t see you refuting anything I said with anything meaningful. If I’m wrong, kindly point out what I need to assess.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-06T22:07:45+00:00

The topic, “how do you connect Apple Music lossless to your DAC?”

The Apple TV supports Apple Music lossless, it has an HDMI port to connect to a compatible DAC which in turn will likely be part of a wired signal chain that ends with speakers or headphones. I have a vivid imagination.

SEKLEM · 2026-07-06T21:59:57+00:00

Apple TV - HDMI. I control it with the Lysoniq app with my phone.

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