Now when sf say the goal was to build the best preamplifier available making absolutely no compromises, they seriously, seriously mean it. I bet with your sunfire amp the sfl 1 will be a more pleasing sound. 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. Bpower indicator led this led lights when the sfp1 is on and receiving power from the ac source. 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.
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. Sonic frontiers stock a careful selection of highend equipment that has been carefully hand picked from many physical listening tests. The sonic frontiers sfd 1 mk2 is a digital processor in the cdplayer category. The sfl 1 uses a thick machined stainless steel faceplate and a beautifully dressed smaller gold faceplate over it.
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. Sonic frontiers sfp1 signature owners manual pdf download. 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. The sp14 had a great phono section, but it didnt have a remote or headphone output. New listing nad 1600 stereo preamplifier tested fully functional nice.
The gfp565 didnt have too many inputs, and also no remote. The control portion is a linestage preamp with 8 no. Up for sale is my very special sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp. Which preamp audio research ls3b or sonic frontiers sfl1. 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. 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.
Jan 01, 2012 this is everything from sonic frontiers that i own. 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. First off, it is in pristine condition and works flawlessly no kids, no pets, no smoking environment. I swapped in the sonic frontiers anthem cd player in place of the. Sonic frontiers sfcd1 cd player and 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. I believe the sfl 2 was rated class a by stereophile. Download the sonic frontiers sfl1 manuals for free from the biggest sonic frontiers manual and schematic collection on the web. I was attacked by chris johnson of sonic frontiers at hifi 96. 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. I have even tried a tube box ds into the sfl 1 to give it a bit softer sound, but no luck. My sonic frontiers anthem integrated1 uses the following tubeset in the linestage portion of the unit. Sold the preamp that sonic frontiers made their name on, selling over 6000 units of the sfl1. Outstanding vacuum tube preamp with seperate power supply. View and download sonic frontiers sfp 1 signature owners manual online. Sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp for sale us audio mart. 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.
Considered better than the line 3 and the best preamp the legendary company sonic frontiers ever made. Sonic frontiers sfcd 1 cd player and sonic frontiers sfl 2 preamp. Selling my sonic frontiers sfl1 signature line stage preamp. Sonic frontiers sfl2 amplifierspreamplifiers canuck. Sonic frontiers sfl1 tube linestage preamplifier for sale. Aselector switch this knob is turned to select an input p through s. Sonic frontiers dealer or sonic frontiers directly. It is beautifully built see pictures, just had a full inspection by top local tech with 40 years experience. Save sonic frontiers amplifier to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. 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. Oct 05, 2017 considered better than the line 3 and the best preamp the legendary company sonic frontiers ever made.
I believe the sfl2 was rated class a by stereophile. I was bouncing between the audio research sp14, sonic frontiers line 1, and adcom gfp565. This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by sonic frontiers. Sf line 1 is another great preamp and it say is more in the league of the swl 9. Ive had both the sfl1 and an sfl2, and its true you cant really compare them directly. Sonic frontiers sfl1 valve preamplifier tube audiogon. High end valve preamp with separate power supply frequency response. Overviewsonic frontiers back in the early 90s, sonic frontiers was all the rage. I bet with your sunfire amp the sfl1 will be a more pleasing sound.
This pre for sale has the latest revision rev4 of the circuit and is the signature version. Sfl1 this is the first one, and has numerous incarnations and special edition. 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. The sfl1 throws a huge soundstage, and is exceptionally dynamic. I have the original shipping cartons which are very well made, owners manual, schematic, service manual from the. Up for sale is my very special sonic frontiers sfl 2 preamp. Every now and then they do pop up on the gon or at pcx. The only way to obtain an sfd1 is through the used market. 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 the line series owners manual pdf download. 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. Sonic frontiers sfl1 signature valve hybrid preamplifier. The selector switch is bypassed when the sfl1 is in the direct mode as selected by the directnormal switch b. Sonic frontiers audiophile converter with ultraanalog chips. New tubeset for a sonic frontiers anthem integrated1. Sonic frontiers sfl1 hybrid linestage audio asylum trader.
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 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. The following topics regarding the sonic frontiers sfd 1 mk2 have been found in the forums. Mar 17, 2016 the preamp that sonic frontiers made their name on, selling over 6000 units of the sfl 1. A phenomenal sounding gorgeous tube hybrid preamplifier, built with quality in mind by canadian firm sonic frontiers. The following topics regarding the sonic frontiers sfd1 mk2 have been found in the forums. They went under later but the av subsidiary anthem is still around. It has a lovely retro design, yet built like a brick and runs silently in the background. Dont need it anymore so its ready to make great music for you.
Has the best quality parts, polypropylene caps, internal wire by kimber cable etc. 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. Canadian made, the sonic frontiers sfl1 combines the warm smoothness of tubes with the tight punch of solid state. The ultimate hifi experience high end car audio high end. Sonic frontiers sfp1 manual movingcoilmovingmagnet. 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. 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 ultimate hifi experience high end car audio high.
Updated sfd2 with, mainly, a change of digital filter digital side and a fair overhaul of the analogue output stages analogue side. Download the sonic frontiers sfl1 manuals for free hifi. Sonic frontiers vintage audiophile twobox preamplifier. Reproduction without prior permission or for financial gain is strictly prohibited. The sonic frontiers sfl1 is a classy tube hybrid preamplifier with gorgeous internal construction and immaculate wiring design by joe curcio. I am running a technics sp10mkii and a epa100 arm with a cadenza black on 15 inch tannoy monitor golds. Preamp is dead, and cd player is overheating after long use. Sonic frontiers power 2 operating manual pdf download. While sf still offers kits like their highvalue assemblage dac2, the new line of vacuumtube electronics has worldclass construction. The sonic frontiers sf 1 is a brilliant and highly acclaimed valve line stage preamplifier. My first tubed preamp was a sonic frontiers sfl1, the predessor of the line 1. 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. Sonic fronteirs sfl1 preamp valve static issue stereo.
Sonic frontiers manuals, schematics and brochures hifi. The biggest collection of sonic frontiers manuals and schematics. 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. Someone working for pc probably designed sonic frontiers sfl 1 preamp. Nov 21, 2019 ive had both the sfl 1 and an sfl 2, and its true you cant really compare them directly.
We are passionate in creating the highest level of sound quality possible. The sonic frontiers line series amplifier pdf manual download. 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. Please note that this is a line stage unit and does not have a phono stage. The sfl1 uses a thick machined stainless steel faceplate and a beautifully dressed smaller gold faceplate over it. While sf still offers kits like their highvalue assemblage dac2, the new line of vacuumtube electronics has worldclass. If a different operating voltage is required, please contact an authorized sonic frontiers dealer, distributor or the factory directly. Sonic frontiers sfl1 manual line level preamplifier.
Selling my sonic frontiers sfl 1 signature line stage preamp. The sonic frontiers sfd1 mk2 is a digital processor in the cdplayer category. Someone working for pc probably designed sonic frontiers sfl1 preamp. Overview sonic frontiers back in the early 90s, sonic frontiers was all the rage. 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. Sonic frontiers sfl2 preamp upgraded to special edition. 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. In the operate mode, the outputs are connected and the sfp1 operates normally. Sonic frontiers ad, sfl 1 preamp, sfs80 tube amplifier, spc 1, 1992, 1 page. The sonic frontiers sfl 1 is a classy tube hybrid preamplifier with gorgeous internal construction and immaculate wiring design by joe curcio. 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. Comes with my favorite telefunken ecc81 that was purchased nos around a month ago, phenomenal tube in exceptional condition, box. Their initial offerings were well received, but their kit origins were apparent in the layout and cosmetics of their products. Download free user and service manuals for amplifier devices at.
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. Sonic frontiers manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. To purchase line 1 spares or accessories, please contact the company via their website or visit an. I have even tried a tube box ds into the sfl1 to give it a bit softer sound, but no luck. This is an upgrade to the sfl1 above and beyond the old signature version available from the factory when they are new. View and download sonic frontiers the line series owners manual online. I also have an sft 1 and sfd 1 if someone wants the whole set in gold. This is an upgrade to the sfl 1 above and beyond the old signature version available from the factory when they are new. Hybrid design using a single 12at7 which gives a very appealing sound. Once i got it and put it in the system there was no turning back i am convinced that a tubed preamp at the.
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