Herron Audio...Still in business
I have the opportunity to buy some Herron Audio equipment, but I can't find much if anything about the company other than to see that there was a lot of brief hoopla about a Herron Audio phono stage.
Any of you know the status of Herron Audio components?
Grab them fast or run away quickly?
Thank you.
Owner decided not to sell the Herron amps, but he did sell me a VTPH-1 phono stage. From what I've read, they were available as either a MM or MC model. The one I bought has both MM and MC listed next to the model number on the rear. Any idea how I can tell which model it is. Maybe I could ask Keith Herron, if anyone has his email address. Thanks again. |
@kolledog If you have access to a MultiMeter (even a cheap one will do), I'd expect the input impedance of the MM version to measure 47,000 ohms, and the MC around 7,500 ohms according to Stereophile's measurements of their MC model: If you got the MM model and need to do MC, consider adding a step-up transformer (SUT) :) |
@nlitworld The auto industry is not an apt comparison to high-end audio. There are usually aftermarket parts available to keep older cars running and even if not, used parts can usually be easily found given the volume of cars that are typically produced. Plus, any decent mechanic can work on a car, but competent techs who are willing and able to work on relatively low-volume, high-end audio equipment are much harder to find. As someone who owns speakers from a defunct manufacturer I can only liken it to walking on eggshells, and I just pray I never blow a driver or a crossover component. I can assure you it’s not fun situation and therefore @lalitk brings up a very valid point and something that should be very seriously considered by any prospective buyer of equipment from a manufacturer that’s no longer in business. Herron seems a little less risky for now given the continued support by Keith, but it’s still an issue nonetheless. |
