All posts by: Auw Jimmy

Happy New Year and New Cloud Hosting

First post in the year 2016 (still on Jan 1st). Happy New Year everyone! I have 2 major updates this year. First, JimmyAuw.com will have a major face lift. The...... Read More

SMD to DIP Converter

As part of my modification plan (for my Korg MR-2000S), I will need to convert the SMD to DIP. That’s because all the original components on the Korg MR-2000S mostly...... Read More

Korg MR-2000S: Looking What’s Under the Hood

I have some spare time on this weekend, so I continue the pending journey from last time: Disassembling Korg MR-2000S. Before we continue, you might want to check this link...... Read More

Grayhill Rotary Switch + Texas Components TX2575 Resistor = Ultimate Volume Control?

One thing that might have been my habit is I like to go with ultimate option. Not necessarily to be the most expensive, but more on the top quality and...... Read More

Korg MR-2000S: 1-Bit DSD Recorder

My second post of the weekend. This is my new source gear, Korg MR-2000S 1-Bit Studio Recorder. I have been looking for a very good source and I’m a believer...... Read More

Hiroko Williams: A Time for Ballads

This is my first post after been absence for quite some time. Frankly speaking, I have tons of project on hand, but simply no time. Again, all this audio and...... Read More

Accuphase E-210A Integrated Stereo Amplifier

Always interesting to play with a high quality build vintage equipment, especially this famous Japanese brand Accuphase. The ‘A’ suffix on E-210 model means it has phono preamp inside. Overall,...... Read More

Testing ASUS Xonar Essence STX II 7.1

PC based sound card. Thing that I have left long time ago. Just got a time to visit my friend’s with his new toy, a PC based audio source equipped...... Read More

HP Agilent 3561A Dynamic Signal Analyzer

HP Agilent 3561A Dynamic Signal Analyzer. Finally I managed to secure this interesting device. But unfortunately, shit happens! The unit came ok from outer physical appearance, but inside, seemed like...... Read More

Testing J&K Power Transformer

I have some spare time during this Christmas and New Year. Before I continue, I think I should say Happy New Year 2015 to all of you. All the best...... Read More

Sanwa PC510 Battery Replacement with Panasonic 9V Extra Heavy Duty

Do you realize that your measurement device also need a battery replacement? Some might not aware about this. Not only your digital device, but also your analog “needle” based measurement...... Read More

DIY Power Supply Cable with Fuse and Alligator Clips

I’m not quite sure if the title above is correct, but I just can’t figure out something better. Basically, when you are doing DIY, then you will play a lot...... Read More