Jolida, to modify or not...


I have finally decided on the JD-100. I have read many of the posts here as well as reviews of the unit. I'm wondering if anyone has done a comparison between the Jolida with upgraded tubes and the parts connextion modified unit? Is there really a big difference? With all the raves here, I'm wondering just what the modification can add verses upgrading the tubes and powercord? And, does the mod take any of the sweetness away?

Appreciate any thoughts.
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Showing 1 response by muralman1

You are going to get replies you definitely should, and if I had heard one, I might be inclined to agree. My past experience has led me to be suspicious of expensive mods. IMO previous mods of older Jolida cd players were a waste of money. A friend of mine had it done, and it didn't improve anything. The sound was, in fact, somewhat dull. The CEO of Jolida told me tuning a component is half art. The final tweak consisted of reversing a single resistor. Imagine what sonic havoc might occur during wholesale parts swapping.

I have a stock JD 100 with marvelous tubes that defy improvement. Mods?....Why? I doubt I will spend $500 on music over the next year. Guess which investment I consider more worthwhile.