For the avoidance of any doubt, i re-inserted the amplifier fuse in opposite direction for a test: The sound stage collapsed, overall volume was a bit lower and dynamics were slightly off-pitch. So within 5 minutes, I changed the directionality of the fuse back to the default I had and now I am...
I think you value the benefit comparatively. i.e. you could spend 150k on the best cables which most likely will marginally improve your system's performance but most people would rather spend that kind of money on a new car or a piano or house restoration or something else where the benefit in...
Running a full stack Cardas Clear Reflection. I feel they are in a sweet spot price/performance wise. Any other cable series i would consider costs 2-3x the price. I.e. I was using Nordost before and was hesitating to upgrade to Valhalla but it was just not proportionate to the overall cost of...
As second feedback after listening to those fuses for a while now (50-60 hours of music played):
I can confirm my initial assessment.
- There is additional layering in the music. I hear nuances, especially in the lower frequencies that were not as distinctive before, the bass is not deeper...
I have not heard CH P myself but only read and hear great things about their electronics, also the features to adjust the feedback etc. seem to be a real game changer.
When it comes to Nagra, I agree with Zeotrop that If you already own the Tube Dac and you like the sound, in terms of synergy...