Paul Hynes SR7 and SR4 Build Calendar Thread

[Iving]

Anybody seriously wanting a business to thrive doesn't prioritise "salary" (beyond personal subsistence) over longevity of the enterprise, Ask PHD employee(s) about this. PH milking PHD Ltd for "salary" offset against their long-term employment prospects.

 

This whole business of taking so many orders in advance, constantly presenting excuses for their non-fulfillment, cyclical pattern over many years - it's all very pathological. It has little to do with the "realities" of getting a small business going and keeping it running. I don't say this entirely cynically. I wonder very much how far PH understands his own motives. How far he behaved "rationally" even unto himself.

 

Agree chasing audiophile pixie dust a fool's errand. There was writing on the wall in this case. People chose not to read it.

[R1200CL]

3 hours ago, auricgoldfinger said:

A legal process has been started. That is all I will say publicly at this time.  It is a private matter for those who are directly involved. 

 

So you guys pay a lawyer a fair amount of money upfront to sue him. And then there is a someone else, or even some of those guys , trying to follow @flkin route. 

Interesting. 

 

Why haven't someone just traveled to the island and visit him ?
 

[The Computer Audiophile]

I don’t understand some people. How the hell can he sleep at night?

 

Perhaps Larry Ho can order parts from him to finish up the LH Labs products. A real win-win-win!

[Iving]

24 minutes ago, R1200CL said:

Why haven't someone just traveled to the island and visit him ?

 

Scotch mist!

 

+ weather, family commitments, personal ailments, parts issues, flood, pestilence (midgies) ...

 

 

[R1200CL]

4 minutes ago, Iving said:

 

Scotch mist!

 

+ weather, family commitments, personal ailments, parts issues, flood, pestilence (midgies) ...

 

 

 

There was a time I wouldn't mind jump on my blue R1200CL and enjoy the ride. Had a fantastic trip around Scotland a few years back. Not far to drive. Ferry form south Norway to Amsterdam. Then Amsterdam to Newcastle. 

[Iving]

38 minutes ago, R1200CL said:

There was a time I wouldn't mind jump on my blue R1200CL and enjoy the ride. Had a fantastic trip around Scotland a few years back. Not far to drive. Ferry form south Norway to Amsterdam. Then Amsterdam to Newcastle. 

 

from Norway?

 

I am in Yorkshire. I'll very likely be up that way for 3 weeks in August. Not the Outer Hebrides. But Mull, Iona, Ardnamurchan Peninsula, Camasdarach Beach (cf. film Local Hero), [skip Skye thank you very much far too many grockles] NW corner / N500. It's not just beautiful. There's a N-S gradient of "preciousness" in the UK. Down South (money-ridden) everything private "get off my land" people all buttoned up and ulterior - here in Yorkshire wysiwyg - up North especially Scotland go where you like, park by a beach, camp, walk, mountains, swim - nobody in charge (unless you make a nuisance of yourself). Highly recommended. The lovely Stephen of PHD Ltd invited me to visit the PHD premises when I bought their first SR7T. Of course now a redundant notion. How's he doing I wonder. I've camped in the Outer Hebrides. Met some awesome people. A guy whose father (peat digging tradition) was a true quiet hero in WWII, traveling all the way from the Outer Hebrides to the fray where he took under his wing young soldiers of a less robust nervous disposition. Pity PH can't augment vs. dilute the reputation of this special part of the world. Yes - I'm testing for shame Paul. Does it hurt.

[your momo]

On 7/12/2022 at 5:24 PM, charlesphoto said:

 

Yep, it was just my assumption that perhaps he had bought parts (of course he didn't!), but either way, 150,000K won't last that long if one has driven off any past or new customer base. FTR, I make a living selling goods (fine art prints) with payment up front. I can't imagine stringing somebody out the way he has; I wouldn't be able to live with myself. Sure, issues can come up - printer breakdown or consumables run out and need to be ordered (which can usually be cleared up with a week), or even an actual family emergency (I would never use that lightly as de facto excuse though as it seems PH has). Yeah, the guy should have packed it in as soon as he found himself underwater, but some people just can't help themselves and drown their rescuers as well out of desperation. 

 

The point is that we "only" consider 150K£ or so of outstanding SR7 custom build paid in advance and so far never delivered orders - which is not that many of money considering being split in monthly wages over 3-5 years.

What many seems to forget is that Paul used part of this money to found his PHD Ltd business which was profitable considering the strong and consistent demand as well as staff capability - but Paul preferred to pump all the cash and drive PHD Ltd far below the line until he bankrupted it, with  - as far as we know - pretty Ltd inconvenience from his side.

So the total money earned fraudulently during the last 5 years is clearly above those "just" 150K£...

[Clive101]

I ordered a custom build in 2017.

February 2020 I was build no 30 and Paul was on build 20.

After many excuses and or delays I asked Paul to cancel my order June 2020.

Build number 30 was sold and I received a refund June 2020.

Went on and ordered a Sean Jacobs Power supply.

Who purchased build number 30 and how did you get on ?

 

PS Cross posted 

[garrardguy60]

Perhaps I am mean spirited, but I cannot wish Paul Hynes a merry xmas season. Of course, he already has hundreds of thousands of presents, which were involuntarily gifted to him. My hope is that he's spent them all and realizes that there won't be any more candy in his stocking going forward.

[auricgoldfinger]

It's good to periodically remind people of his legacy as a Ponzi operator so that no one else succumbs to his schemes.

[The Computer Audiophile]

Imagine if all those “right to be forgotten” laws were passed everywhere. There would be no record of this, that’s easy to find. 

[ejn1]

Sad news on PH.  For what it's worth, I have a Paul Hynes SR5 dual rail (12v/5v) that I will try and post on the wanted page if anyone is interested.   I haven't had the need to use it for a few years now.    

[Adyc]

On 11/13/2022 at 2:39 AM, garrardguy60 said:

Perhaps I am mean spirited, but I cannot wish Paul Hynes a merry xmas season. Of course, he already has hundreds of thousands of presents, which were involuntarily gifted to him. My hope is that he's spent them all and realizes that there won't be any more candy in his stocking going forward.

Paul Hynes is a scumbag and con. 

[One and a half]

Just a hypothetical situation, could the legal eagles make a judgement. 

 

Suppose the PH design was reverse engineered to re-create the power supply that is a very good technical design, actually produce & sell successfully. Ask the Chinese, thy are good at such things, well known to occur.

Since PH Designs is bankrupt, can they technically still receive royalties, and would those royalties (if paid) allow the debt to be paid off to creditors?

[sakso136]

Guys , i need some help for my newly bought sr5t second hand.

i bought the unit with 110 v fuse, and i forgot to switch it to 230 v when i connected it to my system.

the fuse appearently blew up, and i hope the ps is ok.

i need to buy a new fuse now and i m asking some clarifications.

at the back of the lps it is written :

fuse 1,6 A time delay

110v/240 v.

is it normal to have same specs for 110v/230v?

should i order 1,6 A slow bow?

any idea wich brand should i go with, thinking qsa blue….

thks a lot!

[IRS2092]

On 1/3/2023 at 3:06 AM, One and a half said:

Just a hypothetical situation, could the legal eagles make a judgement. 

 

Suppose the PH design was reverse engineered to re-create the power supply that is a very good technical design, actually produce & sell successfully. Ask the Chinese, thy are good at such things, well known to occur.

Since PH Designs is bankrupt, can they technically still receive royalties, and would those royalties (if paid) allow the debt to be paid off to creditors?

Check this

https://micro-audio.com/store/product/micra-p5/

[auricgoldfinger]

28 minutes ago, IRS2092 said:

Check this

https://micro-audio.com/store/product/micra-p5/

 

I would buy a Sean Jacobs DC3 or DC4 module instead.  You are getting an authentic product that will be properly supported by the designer and manufacturer.

[auricgoldfinger]

3 hours ago, sakso136 said:

Guys , i need some help for my newly bought sr5t second hand.

i bought the unit with 110 v fuse, and i forgot to switch it to 230 v when i connected it to my system.

the fuse appearently blew up, and i hope the ps is ok.

i need to buy a new fuse now and i m asking some clarifications.

at the back of the lps it is written :

fuse 1,6 A time delay

110v/240 v.

is it normal to have same specs for 110v/230v?

should i order 1,6 A slow bow?

any idea wich brand should i go with, thinking qsa blue….

thks a lot!

 

I believe the fuse value for 220v would be half of 1.6A, but get confirmation from someone else with more technical knowledge than me.

[sakso136]

1 minute ago, auricgoldfinger said:

 

I believe the fuse value for 220v would be half of 1.6A, but get confirmation from someone else with more technical knowledge than me.

Thks

[AngeloVRA]

3 hours ago, sakso136 said:

Guys , i need some help for my newly bought sr5t second hand.

i bought the unit with 110 v fuse, and i forgot to switch it to 230 v when i connected it to my system.

the fuse appearently blew up, and i hope the ps is ok.

i need to buy a new fuse now and i m asking some clarifications.

at the back of the lps it is written :

fuse 1,6 A time delay

110v/240 v.

is it normal to have same specs for 110v/230v?

should i order 1,6 A slow bow?

any idea wich brand should i go with, thinking qsa blue….

thks a lot!

Hi @sakso136

 

If 1.6A fuse was enough for 110v operation, then the same should be more than enough for 220v operation which would draw approximately half the current. That would serve as your "margin" when getting audiophile fuses.

 

Good luck!

[IRS2092]

6 minutes ago, auricgoldfinger said:

 

I would buy a Sean Jacobs DC3 or DC4 module instead.  You are getting an authentic product that will be properly supported by the designer and manufacturer.

 

Yes, pay thousands for that authentic product and the support in advance.

 

Good luck

[sakso136]

12 minutes ago, AngeloVRA said:

Hi @sakso136

 

If 1.6A fuse was enough for 110v operation, then the same should be more than enough for 220v operation which would draw approximately half the current. That would serve as your "margin" when getting audiophile fuses.

 

Good luck!

Thks a lot

[MarcelNL]

24 minutes ago, AngeloVRA said:

Hi @sakso136

 

If 1.6A fuse was enough for 110v operation, then the same should be more than enough for 220v operation which would draw approximately half the current. That would serve as your "margin" when getting audiophile fuses.

 

Good luck!

Yet it defies the purpose of the fuse a bit....not saying I have a problem with that but I feel that aspect should be understood by the user!

 

 

[auricgoldfinger]

27 minutes ago, IRS2092 said:

 

Yes, pay thousands for that authentic product and the support in advance.

 

Good luck

 

Next time, check your facts before unleashing the smugness.  Makes you look foolish.

 

https://www.custom-hifi-cables.co.uk/dc3dc4-diy-modules

[austinpop]

4 hours ago, sakso136 said:

Guys , i need some help for my newly bought sr5t second hand.

i bought the unit with 110 v fuse, and i forgot to switch it to 230 v when i connected it to my system.

the fuse appearently blew up, and i hope the ps is ok.

i need to buy a new fuse now and i m asking some clarifications.

at the back of the lps it is written :

fuse 1,6 A time delay

110v/240 v.

is it normal to have same specs for 110v/230v?

should i order 1,6 A slow bow?

any idea wich brand should i go with, thinking qsa blue….

thks a lot!

 

These are generic comments, I don't have an SR5T. But assuming your unit has a slider or a knob to select between 110/120v and 220/240v, this is the first thing to get right. I believe that sets the transformer to the right winding ratio. It sound like you left it at 110v, then applied 220v, and your fuse has blown. Hopefully — hopefully — the fuse blowing protected your unit from any damage. The best way to test it is:

• Set the voltage slider or knob to 220/240v
• Replace the fuse with a generic one of the same rating: 1.6A, slow blow. Plenty of time for boutique fuses later. Right now, you want to see if the unit is working
• Turn it on, and test the voltages out of the 2 rails with the DC volts function of a multimeter
• If you get the correct voltage on both rails, breathe a sigh of relief that you dodged a bullet
• If it's inoperative, and the fuse is still OK, then the unit needs repair.

Good luck.