Capacitor voltage rating vs. sound quality


For film caps, what sonic difference does a higher voltage rating in a capacitor provide? In other words, is there any advantage sonically to using higher voltage rated caps over a lower voltage one of the same brand and model / part number, where all else is equal except voltage rating?

greg7

Showing 1 response by erik_squires

Size is usually a much bigger deal. Some film caps are huge per uF, and even bigger with high voltage types.  Also, depending on the film types it may be that only high voltages are available in very low values.

Point is, equal or exceed original voltage values, but you may find yourself forced to use one or the other based on the application. 

Lastly, big V is more expensive than small V.