Fuses


I’ve read of views on whether amp fuses impart any sound quality or coloring. I had a recent experience that has made me re-think my views (fuses do not affect sound) and wondered if others had a similar experience. 
I have a Line Magnetic integrated amp. After heavy regular use for over 5 years, one day it just wouldn’t power up. After checking the power supply, I assumed it must be a blown fuse. I recalled that Line Magnetic sent with the amp two replacement fuses of the same type/quality that was pre-installed. I dug out one of them from storage, replaced the fuse and the amp powered up normally. 

What surprised and delighted me was the change in sound with the replacement fuse. Fuller bass, more detail and more warmth. I have rolled the tubes several times in the amp, and am attuned to the subtle changes that can make. Popping in a fresh fuse seems to have had a similar affect. And these appear to be cheap fuses, available for a few dollars at most. I don’t think I understand any of this. 
bmcbrad
Actually more like "Purple Haze" : )

Purple haze, all in my brain
Lately things don’t seem the same
Actin’ funny, but I don’t know why
’Scuse me while I kiss the sky

Purple haze all around
Don’t know if I’m comin’ up or down
Am I happy or in misery?
Whatever it is, that girl put a spell on me

Help me, help me
Oh, no, no
Uh, ah
Uh, ah
Uh, ah
Uh, ah
Yeah!

Purple haze all in my eyes
Don’t know if it’s day or night
You’ve got me blowin’, blowin’ my mind
Is it tomorrow or just the end of time?

Ooh, help me
Ah, oh yeah
Oh, no
Oh, help me
Tell me, tell me
I can’t go on like this
You’re makin’ me blow my mind
Uh-huh, oh

Source: Musixmatch

Songwriters: Hendrix, Jimi

Purple Haze lyrics © Experience Hendrix Llc, Experience Hendrix Llc.

Would love to see an unbiased shootout between the QSA purple and the SR purple