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Synergistic Red Fuse ...

I installed a SR RED Quantum fuse in my ARC REF-3 preamp a few days ago, replacing an older high end fuse. Uhh ... for a hundred bucks, this little baby is well worth the cost. There was an immediate improvement upon installation, but now that its broken in (yes, no kidding), its quite remarkable. A tightening of the focus, a more solid image, and most important of all for my tastes, a deeper appreciation for the organic sound of the instruments. Damn! ... cellos sound great! Much improved attack on pianos. More humanistic on vocals. Bowed bass goes down forever. Next move? .... I'm doing the entire system with these fuses. One at a time though just to gauge the improvement in each piece of equipment. The REF-75se comes next. I'll report the results as the progression takes place. Stay tuned ...

Any comments from anyone else who has tried these fuses?
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davidpritchard
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Oregonpapa:

I empathize with your "Other Forum frustration". I hope you will tell us the name. No need to spend time at closed minded and uncivilized sites.

Lute music: I have a lot of Lute CD's. 
Nigel North- music of Robert Johnson "The Prince's Almain"
Shirley Rumsey- Music of the Italian Renaissance

Both on Naxos.

Rumsey's singing with the delicate lute or the renaissance guitar,when played on a Synergistic Research Black fuse based system is simply breathtaking.

David Pritchard

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David, 
You have me curious, I'm going to get one of your  suggested Lute recordings.I have little exposure to that instrument and want to hear it.

Karmapolice, 
In my friend's  (Jwm) system, fuse direction is profoundly  evident. 

Jond,
Let us know how the Black fuse works out in your preamplifier,  I always appreciate your listening impressions and opinions. 
Charles, 
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jond
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Just ordered a black fuse for my preamp I will find out if all the talk and hype about it is justified and let you guys know.
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Charles ...

This is an excellent place to start. Amazing sound and performance. 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/PAUL-ODETTE-KAPSBERGER-pieces-for-lute-HARMONIA-MUNDI-CD-NM-/201477874742?ha...
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