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Dynaco / Dynakit

The Dynaco and Dynakit names are associated with classic vacuum-tube amplifier designs, including the Mark III monoblock. Current Dynakit Parts supplies replacement components and kits based on those designs.

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San Francisco / United States

Kissakeko ↗

Equipment listed

Dynaco / Dynakit equipment is recorded in this venue’s system. This does not imply that the manufacturer designed or installed the system.

  • Amplifiers & receivers: Mark III monoblock

Inside the system

Suspended 14-faced Listude loudspeakers form the installation’s most distinctive element. Built in Hokuto, Japan, their geometric enclosures hang above the counter; the exact model and any custom specification are unconfirmed. Dynakit Mark III amplification and a McIntosh MX110 valve preamplifier accompany a Clearaudio Concept Wood turntable with a Sumiko Blue Point No. 3 High cartridge. A vintage Meridian CD player adds a digital physical-media source, though its model is unspecified. The combination brings valve electronics, vinyl and CD playback into the same compact listening space.

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Vancouver / Canada

Bar Gobo ↗

Equipment listed

Dynaco / Dynakit equipment is recorded in this venue’s system. This does not imply that the manufacturer designed or installed the system.

  • Amplifiers & receivers: ST-70

Inside the system

The main speakers are 1972 Altec Lansing 846B Valencias, driven by a Dynaco ST-70 valve amplifier. A Resør 2500 mixer and modified Technics SL-1200MK2 turntables complete the published equipment list. ArchiveElectronic handled room tuning, with equipment consulting from Space Lab.

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