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Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
Tab110s,Refresh our memories...........MXr, larger port, different cabinet, more mass damping??? Jim 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
800+ hours and they are really singing. The drivers are in perfect balance and the sound continuos top to bottom. This has resulted in very long fatigue free listening sessions that are most enjoyable. 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
I also had a chance to audition the master bam between my LA 300 & VZN 100's and compare to the tape loop this week. I also was surprised as to how good it sounded.Compared to the tape loop in my set up, in my room, the sound is more forward, ... 
Joule Electra LA 150 MK2 upgrade
Get the LA 300. You will not be sorry. Best damn LS I've ever owned. Bettered all three version of my LA 100, my LA 150 and my LA 150 mk II. 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
In past versions of the Bam/Super BAM, I have listened at both the tape loop and between pre/amp. To my ear, I have always preferred the buffering one gets from the pre.I'll insert between the pre/amp later this week to see if I have changed my vi... 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
Turboglo,Thanks for leaving your listening impressions as promised. I agree with all of your observations. I think you are right on the mark about hearing and listening in new ways as well. The speaker is so relaxed and resolving that it just disa... 
Focal Mini Utopia vs Merlin MXe
Paul,We look forward to your impressions and informed observation as well of the Master BAM & RC :-) 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
look forward to your impressions after the burn-in. 
Focal Mini Utopia vs Merlin MXe
Paul,The $$ invested will be worth it. The Master Bam RC Networks are ass-kickers to be sure. 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
Sns,I totally agree with your analysis of the new Master Bam. It truly transforms a great product into a killer & stunner.I also agree that Bobby is good at listening to his customer base. He seems to not only understand his craft, but is alwa... 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
Sns,Thanks for the feedback. "Staying right here" can be a good thing. 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
Bobby,Thanks for the explanation. Whatever it is, I'm liking it..........a lot :-) 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
Bobby,Thanks for the detailed explanation. Can you discuss the new switching power supply that is quieter than the previous one used? How significant is its contribution to the phenomenal sound of the MBAM?Thanks,Jim 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
The Bam or Master Bam in this instance is an analog device that is inserted into the signal chain either through a tape loop, (method I prefer) between the preamp and amp(s), or the source and the preamp. It can be run on all battery power (sounds... 
Anyone using Duelund VSF capacitor in Merlin VSM
SNS,Are you using them on the RC networks as well?