Philips 963 firmware

How much did the blackgate cap upgrade cost?

Thanks for the link to the download site. I had the exact same problem with my 963, but it wasn't readily reproduceable. I contacted B&K and received a software upgrade for my Ref 50 just last week thinking it was on the preamp side.

What kind of sonic/video gains did you experience with the BlackGate? It seems to be a very popular upgrade.

Do you know how to determine which version of the firmware a player is currently running - or did none of the units come with 24?

Thanks,

Russ

The blackgate cost $23 (www.partsconnexion.com). The main thing I noticed was a tighter and deeper bass as well as a slightly expanded soundstage.

Check avsforum.com for how to check what version of firmware you have running.

Jonnyk

Jonnyk,

Thanks for your response. I was going to try the HEXFRED diodes too while I had the unit open.

I found the instructions for the firmware.

Thanks again.

Russ