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Message started by thevinoman on 03/09/23 at 22:45:03

Title: Deciding between a 34I.5 or going to 34I.6
Post by thevinoman on 03/09/23 at 22:45:03

I currently have a 34I.5 with two pairs of inputs and dual volume controls ordered. (no anniversary mods....yet) I would like to upgrade to the level 2 anniversary mods. However, I am wondering if upgrading to the 34I.6 (which does not have dual volume controls would be worthwhile. I would like to keep the two pairs of inputs, but am concerned about losing the 2 separate volume controls, which is not possible on the 34I.6, as only a single volume control can be configured on the unit. Any advice? Please and thank you. If this is confusing please let me know so that i can perhaps explain a bit better based on the info I have received from Decware.

Title: Re: Deciding between a 34I.5 or going to 34I.6
Post by Rivieraranch on 03/10/23 at 14:27:39

Stop the convulsing! You already have the perfect amp for your purposes. I would NOT, n-o-t not give up dual volume controls. With these you need not be concerned about a balance problem or a weak input or power tube on one side. Just send the amp in for as many modifications that you think would elevate it further.

Title: Re: Deciding between a 34I.5 or going to 34I.6
Post by bramar on 03/10/23 at 18:03:12

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what he said

Title: Re: Deciding between a 34I.5 or going to 34I.6
Post by thevinoman on 03/10/23 at 19:08:47

Thank you. Will stick with the 34I.5

Title: Re: Deciding between a 34I.5 or going to 34I.6
Post by Sam S on 03/10/23 at 21:21:58

FYI - for others who may not know - the 34I.6 CAN be ordered with dual volume controls, but you have to stick with only one Input.

Sam

Title: Re: Deciding between a 34I.5 or going to 34I.6
Post by drford on 03/24/23 at 18:43:47

FWIW, I talked to Steve about this - should I upgrade. He explained to me sonically there was no real benefit for me from a .5. It was very comforting :)

I'd also agree that the dual volume controls are incredibly useful to have.