TomcatCrew

Long time Member Now Retired - Time to Dust off my passion!

I joined this group several years ago to try and bring myself current on the latest Carver Equipment trends. Now that I'm retired, I have plenty of time to devote to my longtime passion - High Quality Audio. Over the years I either purchased or was given various Carver Components dating back to the 70's, 80's and 90's. What I need help with is deciding what keep and what to put on the market for true Carver devotees.

I currently have an "as built" M500-T Amp, (2) TFM-25 Amps, C-1 Preamp, C-4000 Preamp, TL-3300 CD Player, Carver Model Seven Preamp/Tuner, Carver Hologram Generator, A dbx unit whose Model I've forgotten some of which will power a Mint Set of 1979 JBL 4311's.

My question is Which Amps are better/worth keeping and what, if any, upgrades would they need (I like the M500t) but would like your input.

Which Pre-Amp? The C-1 (no upgrades but spotless) Same with the C-4000 and which one would compliment the M500t. As far as a Tuner,  which Model Carver Tuner

would play best the with whichever components you think I should keep. I forget the Model Seven which is open for trade or recommendation. My issue is, pretty sure which Amp and Speakers I'm keeping -  Nothing is set in stone except the JBL's - Love those things. I purchased most, if not all of this gear at the Camp Butler PX  on Okinawa. I was up the hill at Futenma - yeah, I was a Rotor Head.

So, if any of you Gentlemen Carverites wouldn't mind helping out a tired,  broken-down,  worn-out Retired Old Jarhead, I will be forever in your debt!

Chops -

Two quick questions -

Whats the difference between the  4000 and the 4000t

I'm looking at Tuners - I don't listen to a ton of AM/FM. That being said, do I really need the 11a or could I just go with a TX 2 or a TX 8

Thanks!

Tom

On 4/9/2018 at 3:27 PM, Chops said:

In the end, it's all about synergy and what you like best. I happen to be fortunate enough that not only does the 4000t perform better in my current system than any other preamp I've owned, it also looks great. 

 

And whether you believe in cables or not, choosing the right ones can and do improve the performance of the entire system. 

Thanks for the steer - I ended up getting the 4000t - nice looking component!  Do I need the Mod & who does them? 

kve777,

That sounds like a fair deal  - I was just about to pull the trigger on a trade with a guy on eBay.  I've got a like new CT-Seven and he has a TX-11a  straight up trade we each cover our own shipping. Any interest?  My CT-Seven is in use now, works and looks like new?

Tom

kve777,

What are you asking for the TX-11a and does it have the rack handles?

Tom

Thanks for the quick reply! 

I had to move fast if I wanted the C-1 - I went with it!

Is there information on the site regarding the BillD Mod? and is there a companion Tuner in that Series?

Thanks a million for the input - I was leaning that way- just needed a push!

Best Regards!

Tom

Good Morning!,

I'm in the process of reverting back to Vintage Gear and have a question.

I just picked up he Carver M 500t Amp (in the shop getting MkII Upgrade)  I also have the Carver TL-3300 Pre/ Tuner.

My question is:  Which Pre Amp: Carver C-1, C-4, C-6 or stay with the TL-3300?  Which is the better unit for the Amp I'll be running?

I originally had (still have) 2 TFM-25's and used the TL-3300 as my Preamp.

Thanks!

Tom