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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?
oregonpapa
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gakman

Congratulations on the improved sound. I think you will hear continued improvement over the next two weeks. Where are you going to put the Synergistic Research Black Power Cord?

David Pritchard
bondmanp
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Only because I promised to post a follow-up, I did receive and install the SR Black fuse in my preamp. I realize more burn-in is required. So far the biggest difference is more treble energy. Not edginess or excess brightness, but more high frequency energy. It’s not really bad or good, just a bit different, and it is subtle. It is possible that the soundstage has been subtley expanded as well, but I am not sure of this yet. Due to hosting out-of-town guests for a few weeks, I will be unable to do any critical listening until next month. I will try to post updates of my impressions after I have had more time to burn it in and do some critical listening.
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oregonpapa OP
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bondmanp ...

Try reversing the fuse direction. Its sounds like you may have it in the wrong direction. 

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bondmanp:

What Pre amp are you using? I look forward to your listening experiences after you have more time on the fuse. It will be interesting to read your report of any differences the direction makes.

Note to Synergistic Research Transporter users.
 Upgrading the factory fuses (SR-20's) to the SR Black has made a significant improvement to my system. I very much think it is worth the upgrade to the Black fuse. The Transporter uses three fuses.

Reminder - The Newport Beach Audio Show is June 3-4-5 this year at the Hotel Irvine. Synergistic Research will have a major display of their products. I think this is a great show to go to.

David Pritchard

knghifi
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DavidPritchard, I agree SR has many new interesting products. I'm ordering some UEF Acoustic Panels.   It also has a 30 days money back guarantee so nothing to lose. 
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