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Who has Caps on their AC lines ???

I have been playing around with caps on my AC line. After today, I don't think that I can live without them. Even with my dedicated AC lines, the one with the caps just has such a more natural sound no matter what AC power cord I place on it.

Unfortunately, I got them from a guy that I no longer speak to so I don't really know the value of the caps. Is there a way to determine the value?

I have been reading about a few members who use Auricaps, etc., and will try what they are using soon. I am also waiting on an isolation transformer to test in my system next.

I'd like to know what you are using to filter your AC lines and what you are hearing.

Thanks and Happy Listening.
bigkidz

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ptmconsulting
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I've implemented the Auricap tweak in several DIY mods to digital players and DAC's. In each case I've always put them AFTER the fuse, just in case there is a blow out. You really don't want a short, no matter how well the caps are rated. It could cause you your house, since you are volurantarily implementing a hazardous situation, and the insurance company could invalidate any claims.

Basically it isn't worth the downside to get a little better resolution, unless you implement it with a proper failsafe, or use X rated caps (which is what is inside the Quiet Lines).

Enjoy,
Bob
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