I have the Sidereals . There has been lots of talk of Mundorf and Duelund caps. Who is using what ? and what values ? The bottom line, what is best....
http://www.humblehomemadehifi.com/Cap.htmlMundorf M-Cap Supreme Silver/Gold/Oil 1200VDC – 2% tolerance
Technical specifications (according to manufacturer): "The MCap® SUPREME silver/gold/oil is definitely the top-of-the line model of our oil impregnated capacitors. In comparison with the Silver/Oil version, it technically features a further extended lifetime. More importantly, sonically the Silver/Gold/Oil version stands out due to its wonderful natural singing and exceptional micro dynamic, same time." Capacitance: 0.010uF-10uF; Dielectric: Polyprophylene; Metallisation: 99.99% silver, 1% gold; Purity of silver: min. 99.97% typ. 99.99%; Purity of gold: min. 99.97% typ. 99.99%
Sound: At this level we are talking about a really serious capacitor, so my findings are relative to other exotic types. They are richer and better layered than the Mundorf Silver/Gold, they seem more open and more spatial. Compared to the Duelund VSF copper they are not as well harmonically structured. The Duelund VSF copper capacitor creates smoother harmonics and a better midrange balance. The Silver/Gold/Oil excels in image depth, call it "bowling alley depth"! In direct comparison the Duelund VSF copper sounds flatter. Like the Mundorf Silver/Gold, the Silver/Gold/Oil has a slight top-end emphasis, this probably contributes to the perceived spatiality and micro-detailing. It will depend on the implementation and personal taste, some may prefer the Mundorf Silver/Gold/Oil, some may prefer the Duelund VSF copper foil capacitor.
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I have the Sidereals . There has been lots of talk of Mundorf and Duelund caps. Who is using what ? and what values ? The bottom line, what is best....
very interesting Mike. Maybe I should leave well enough alone then...hmmmm
very interesting Mike. Maybe I should leave well enough alone then...hmmmm
Before picture
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After Dueland cap installation, with thanks to Charlie King!
Will get to hear on Sunday for first time!
Christian:
Remember my unit was one of the first the Charlie produced; you have a 'much' later unit!
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