I have a device that I use that sits over the actual cd..This device works well on many players..especially top load machines..Tolerances of most discs vary from Redbook measurements by as much as 5%. Drawer type machines and those that are cd rom based really blow these tolerances away..Some for the worst. So this device when it mates well with a cd player..{top load} will make a huge improvement..Soundstage, noise floor, focus, bass detail ,weight and impact are all greatly improved..So yes the black out will work, though only part of several potential improvements..Tom
Audio Aero Cap 11 owners, cheap tweak
Someone mentioned to me that he had heard some Cap 11 owners use a piece of black cardboard and lay in on top of the transparent CD transport lid, blocking out light to the transport. I gave it a shot, cheap tweak and all that, and was surprised to notice the bass frequencies really shore up; almost like adding a sub woofer. It's not subtle, that's for sure. I need to re-position my speakers; it's that much different.
Brimac
Brimac