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Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
" If a component has more than one fuse use a DVM (Digital Volt Meter) to determine direction of current in the circuit. "The problem with this of course as many have pointed out repeatedly in various threads is with alternating current direction ... 
"Shouty" treble with hi res files
Off teh cuff I would test with a different DAC if possible and see if the same issue. 
How to sell fuse on Audiogon?
With a little remarketing and repackaging there are many  high quality fuses out there readily available and in common use that probably sound really good,. Good enough maybe for even the most discerning audiophile.  Heck The one that came in my A... 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
Charles when you say they go in the direction of the writing. Which way is that?  For or example batteries are marked positive and negative ends making them directional. With out doubt.    But if the battery compartment does not have similar indic... 
Synergistic Red Fuse ...
It is worth noting that leaving tube gear in general  on has a downside compared to SS. Although some SS amps do consume considerable power when idle.  The class d amps I use do not so I leave them on however the manual also has warnings to users ... 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
I have no authority really to undermine.   Just another Shlub trying to figure things out. 🤔 
Synergistic Red Fuse ...
So if I come around and become a true believer do I get to use the true believer bathroom?Skeptics john is open to all.... 
Synergistic Red Fuse ...
I am open to either possibility. In fact its on record several times in this thread alone I believe where I’ve said I have no doubt a fuse CAN make a difference. Its the rah rah mentality and attempts to silence dissenters that I disapprove of. Es... 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
My lip is fine. 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
Geoff, there are very specific questions being asked by the OP looking for very specific answers to apply for his NAD.I’m waiting for your expert advice to help him.I’m not biting on any baiting here . Let’s stay on topic.  
Synergistic Red Fuse ...
I suspect there are many others out there either sitting on the fence or waiting to be convinced who would appreciate a balanced discussion.But nothing wrong with a good old fashioned rah rah thread either if that’s what one is looking for.Hey Fox... 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
Oh sorry. This is a new fuse direction thread. Not Determining current flow to install "audiophile" fuses. My mistake. Only for believers this time.Well hopefully I helped get things off to a good start, but I will butt out then I suppose.I am int... 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
Oh wait! I forgot. Geoff mostly just talks but Bo claims to have this all figured out and doable for his customers. Quantum chips too! Just go to him. Easy answer! That’s what experts are for! 
Direction of aftermarket fuses (only for believers!)
Stevecham, that’s an excellent question.After al this discussion, you’d think the OPs question would be answered at this point and guidelines for getting all his stuff oriented correctly clear and doable. Has any of that happened? Assuming fuses a... 
Determining current flow to install "audiophile" fuses.
Hey Bo please stay on topic and ease up on the shilling or I may now have to deduct those points you earned earlier.   :^)