Not that i did ever take magazines awards as gospel but the sfl 2 really was that good and designed by the original sonic frontiers team. Their initial offerings were well received, but their kit origins were apparent in the layout and cosmetics of their products. They went under later but the av subsidiary anthem is still around. The sfl1 throws a huge soundstage, and is exceptionally dynamic. Sfl1 this is the first one, and has numerous incarnations and special edition. It is beautifully built see pictures, just had a full inspection by top local tech with 40 years experience. First off, it is in pristine condition and works flawlessly no kids, no pets, no smoking environment. The ultimate hifi experience high end car audio high end. This one is in excellent condition, with the only notable cosmetic flaw a scuff mark on the top of the unit it looks like a scratch in the cameras flash, but is actually a dull scuff. Sf line 1 is another great preamp and it say is more in the league of the swl 9. Sonic frontiers the line series owners manual pdf download. It has a lovely retro design, yet built like a brick and runs silently in the background. I bet with your sunfire amp the sfl1 will be a more pleasing sound.
I bet with your sunfire amp the sfl 1 will be a more pleasing sound. Download free user and service manuals for amplifier devices at. To purchase line 1 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an. A phenomenal sounding gorgeous tube hybrid preamplifier, built with quality in mind by canadian firm sonic frontiers. Sonic frontiers sfl2 amplifierspreamplifiers canuck. Ive had both the sfl1 and an sfl2, and its true you cant really compare them directly. The sp14 had a great phono section, but it didnt have a remote or headphone output. Sonic frontiers sfp1 owners manual, service manuals and schematics are for reference only and the vinyl engine bears no responsibility for errors or other inaccuracies.
Now when sf say the goal was to build the best preamplifier available making absolutely no compromises, they seriously, seriously mean it. Outstanding vacuum tube preamp with seperate power supply. Lee has the knowledge, facilities, products and equipment upgrades youll require to complete your search for a hifi system performing at the highest level possible. The selector switch is bypassed when the sfl1 is in the direct mode as selected by the directnormal switch b. Overviewsonic frontiers back in the early 90s, sonic frontiers was all the rage. I was attacked by chris johnson of sonic frontiers at hifi 96. In just a few years, sonic frontiers has evolved from a parts and kit vendor to a fullline audio manufacturer footnote 1. Nov 21, 2019 ive had both the sfl 1 and an sfl 2, and its true you cant really compare them directly. The sonic frontiers sfl 1 preamp rose to fame in the 1990s as a giantkiller and was widely praised, reaching class b on stereophiles recommended components list. Sonic frontiers audiophile converter with ultraanalog chips. Has the best quality parts, polypropylene caps, internal wire by kimber cable etc. Canadian made, the sonic frontiers sfl1 combines the warm smoothness of tubes with the tight punch of solid state. I figured this preamp was a bargain at twice the price so i dropped another grand for a sonic frontiers phono 1 phono stage. Sonic frontiers manuals, schematics and brochures hifi.
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. The sfl1 is a single chassis hybrid tube model with one 12ax7 it could be configured for one 6922 as well, while the slf2 was a two chassis full tube unit with 8 6922s. Sonic frontiers sfl1 valve preamplifier tube audiogon. Mar 17, 2016 the preamp that sonic frontiers made their name on, selling over 6000 units of the sfl 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 20. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by sonic frontiers. Jan philips usa 5814a x 2 jan philips usa 6189w x 2 jan philips usa 12at7wc x 1 i am the second owner of this amplifier and these tubes are what came with the unit. View and download sonic frontiers sfp 1 signature owners manual online. Bpower indicator led this led lights when the sfp1 is on and receiving power from the ac source. The following topics regarding the sonic frontiers sfd 1 mk2 have been found in the forums.
Sonic frontiers stock a careful selection of highend equipment that has been carefully hand picked from many physical listening tests. Sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp upgraded to special edition. I have even tried a tube box ds into the sfl1 to give it a bit softer sound, but no luck. Download the sonic frontiers sfl1 manuals for free hifi. The only way to obtain an sfd1 is through the used market. I have the original shipping cartons which are very well made, owners manual, schematic, service manual from the. I believe the sfl 2 was rated class a by stereophile. The sfl 1 is a single chassis hybrid tube model with one 12ax7 it could be configured for one 6922 as well, while the slf2 was a two chassis full tube unit with 8 6922s. The gfp565 didnt have too many inputs, and also no remote. Sonic frontiers sfp1 manual movingcoilmovingmagnet. Apr 18, 2015 playing chrome dinosaur game, every like makes it faster world record 1 year danila fox 2,000 watching live now make double sided rings out of coins tips for beginners duration.
The control portion is a linestage preamp with 8 no. Save sonic frontiers amplifier to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Oct 05, 2017 considered better than the line 3 and the best preamp the legendary company sonic frontiers ever made. Reproduction without prior permission or for financial gain is strictly prohibited. Sonic frontiers sfl1 signature valve hybrid preamplifier. 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. Which preamp audio research ls3b or sonic frontiers sfl1. Selling my sonic frontiers sfl 1 signature line stage preamp. Jan 01, 2012 this is everything from sonic frontiers that i own. Sonic frontiers vintage audiophile twobox preamplifier. Updated sfd2 with, mainly, a change of digital filter digital side and a fair overhaul of the analogue output stages analogue side. The sonic frontiers line series amplifier pdf manual download. Please i need sf line 1 schematic or repair manual. The sfl1 uses a thick machined stainless steel faceplate and a beautifully dressed smaller gold faceplate over it.
Finally, the amplifier uses an inner positivefeedback loop, which serves to lower the amps output impedance and which, the company claims, further results in a higher. View and download sonic frontiers the line series owners manual online. New tubeset for a sonic frontiers anthem integrated1. Someone working for pc probably designed sonic frontiers sfl 1 preamp.
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 the 16bit pcm flow. Dont need it anymore so its ready to make great music for you. Preamp is dead, and cd player is overheating after long use. We are passionate in creating the highest level of sound quality possible. I havent owned an sfl2, but i did get a chance to do some extended listening with an line2 in combination with the classe cdp1 balanced, classe ca200, and aerial 7bs. The sonic frontiers sfl1 preamp rose to fame in the 1990s as a giantkiller and was widely praised, reaching class b on stereophiles recommended components list. Download the sonic frontiers sfl1 manuals for free from the biggest sonic frontiers manual and schematic collection on the web. In the operate mode, the outputs are connected and the sfp1 operates normally. Up for sale is my very special sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp. I remember putting it on lay away at listen up, one of the high end stores in boulder and dilligently paying for 3 months so that i could bring it home. This pre for sale has the latest revision rev4 of the circuit and is the signature version. The sonic frontiers sfd1 mk2 is a digital processor in the cdplayer category. While sf still offers kits like their highvalue assemblage dac2, the new line of vacuumtube electronics has worldclass construction. The biggest collection of sonic frontiers manuals and schematics.
Sonic frontiers sfp1 signature owners manual pdf download. Sonic fronteirs sfl1 preamp valve static issue stereo. Sep 08, 2005 a phenomenal sounding gorgeous tube hybrid preamplifier, built with quality in mind by canadian firm sonic frontiers. Please note that this is a line stage unit and does not have a phono stage. The sonic frontiers sfl1 is a classy tube hybrid preamplifier with gorgeous internal construction and immaculate wiring design by joe curcio.
If i go direct to the tube mono blocks sf0160s x 2 though a ps audio gcph phono pre with built in volume control, then we get lots of bottom end. I also have an sft 1 and sfd 1 if someone wants the whole set in gold. This is an upgrade to the sfl1 above and beyond the old signature version available from the factory when they are new. My sonic frontiers anthem integrated1 uses the following tubeset in the linestage portion of the unit.
New listing nad 1600 stereo preamplifier tested fully functional nice. While sf still offers kits like their highvalue assemblage dac2, the new line of vacuumtube electronics has worldclass. Up for sale is my very special sonic frontiers sfl 2 preamp. Sonic frontiers sfl1 manual line level preamplifier. The ultimate hifi experience high end car audio high. Selling my sonic frontiers sfl1 signature line stage preamp. Sold the preamp that sonic frontiers made their name on, selling over 6000 units of the sfl1. Comes with my favorite telefunken ecc81 that was purchased nos around a month ago, phenomenal tube in exceptional condition, box. Sonic frontiers sfcd1 cd player and sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp. Someone working for pc probably designed sonic frontiers sfl1 preamp. Introduced after the success of the modestly priced sfl 1 1991 and its sfl 1 signature version 1993, the sfl 2 got a class a stereophile recommended component. Overview sonic frontiers back in the early 90s, sonic frontiers was all the rage. Sonic frontiers ad, sfl 1 preamp, sfs80 tube amplifier, spc 1, 1992, 1 page.
Considered better than the line 3 and the best preamp the legendary company sonic frontiers ever made. Playing chrome dinosaur game, every like makes it faster world record 1 year danila fox 2,000 watching live now make double sided rings out of coins tips for beginners. Tube hybrid preamplifier with 12at7a tube tube complement. High end valve preamp with separate power supply frequency response. Sonic frontiers power 2 operating manual pdf download. I was bouncing between the audio research sp14, sonic frontiers line 1, and adcom gfp565.
Sonic frontiers sfcd 1 cd player and sonic frontiers sfl 2 preamp. Page 6 sfl1 placement for proper ventilation limited five year warranty allow at least 4 15 cm of clear space above the sfl1 chas sonic frontiers, inc. The following topics regarding the sonic frontiers sfd1 mk2 have been found in the forums. Every now and then they do pop up on the gon or at pcx. Dec 04, 2005 sonic frontiers claims this eliminates any influence the feedback has might have on the input signal and results in lower distortion than conventional feedback techniques. 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. Sonic frontiers sfl1 tube linestage preamplifier for sale. Sonic frontiers manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. The sfl 1 uses a thick machined stainless steel faceplate and a beautifully dressed smaller gold faceplate over it. The sonic frontiers sf 1 is a brilliant and highly acclaimed valve line stage preamplifier. Hi all i have recently purchased a sonic frontier sfl1 preamp and it starts to sound ok for a few minutes then all of a sudden it gets sharp static in it and the drivers in my speakers nearly jump out of the cabinet like a dc burst have replaced the valve 12at7 with a fully tested valve and still the same any ideas cheers. I have even tried a tube box ds into the sfl 1 to give it a bit softer sound, but no luck. Hybrid design using a single 12at7 which gives a very appealing sound. This is an upgrade to the sfl 1 above and beyond the old signature version available from the factory when they are new.
The sonic frontiers sfd 1 mk2 is a digital processor in the cdplayer category. My first tubed preamp was a sonic frontiers sfl1, the predessor of the line 1. If a different operating voltage is required, please contact an authorized sonic frontiers dealer, distributor or the factory directly. The sfl 1 is factory set for the correct operating voltage for the area in which it is sold see shipping box for voltage setting. Sonic frontiers sfl1 hybrid linestage audio asylum trader. Aselector switch this knob is turned to select an input p through s. Sonic frontiers dealer or sonic frontiers directly. 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. I swapped in the sonic frontiers anthem cd player in place of the.
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