I used the top SRA isolation bases to isolate my CAT JL-1 Limited Edition monoblocks and the sonic improvement was dramatic. I recently changed my amplification to a solid-state amp (the darTZeel), and I was not sure what to expect in the way of improvements with isolation. Like Fmpnd I remembered Kevin at SRA explaining to me that the most significant improvements can be had by isolating the amps, but, given that the darTZeel is a solid-state design, I had my doubts about the level of improvement that could be achieved. I installed an SRA OCXL+ isolation base under the solid-state amp a little over two weeks ago, and the sonic improvement was a very pleasant surprise. I would echo Fmpnd's advice to contact Kevin at SRA. He has never led me astray.
Silent Running VR under tube vs solid-state amp
I'm interested in purchasing a VR Isbase for my system. I've read that the amp is the place to start. In my experience, CD T-port/players seem to benefit most from isolation (Vibraplane, Symposium Rollerblocks, Solid Tech, Relaxa, etc).
While I don't doubt that tube amps would greatly benefit from the VR Isobase as it would isolate the tubes from vibration, I'm not sure that s-s amps are as susceptible.
Any thoughts?
While I don't doubt that tube amps would greatly benefit from the VR Isobase as it would isolate the tubes from vibration, I'm not sure that s-s amps are as susceptible.
Any thoughts?