Best Capacitors for Crossovers


I am now in the tweaking stage of trying different caps in my crossovers for my DIY homemade 2 way. I presently have and will soon try a 5.6uf 800 vdc +/- 2% Jantzen Audio Silver Z-cap.

I see that Mundorf, V Cap get a lot of accolades, and the Dueland are quite pricey.

Does anyone have a favorite?

I am trying to cross over at about 4500HZ at 6db.

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Hello Everyone! I was thinking on trying the Audyn Plus caps and also bypassing them with a .1uF Audyn copper foil cap. Do any of you think this would be a good match? I just can’t afford really expensive caps at the moment :( I did look at the Jupiter caps and they are a little pricey for me at this time. Has anyone here ever tried different coils such as the silver/gold foil caps from Mundorf? In my opinion it appears that caps do make a difference in the tweeter section, I wonder if the high end coils also make a noticeable difference in sound quality in the mid-bass/midrange area? I was also told that one couldn't notice a difference using caps in the shunt sections of a crossover. I know that you guys here would know, so what do y'all believe. Thanks in advanced!

John

Most definitely in the mids. A must! Decent film caps is all that is needed on the bass. Resistors are every bit as important. If you have sand cast, then get Mills MRA series.
Caps in the shunt position do matter. I have heard the difference numerous times. 
Don't forget Jupiter VT caps as they are great sounding and far more affordable. I used them in my last project. 
Thanks grannyring for your advice! Can you suggest where I may be able to purchase the Jupiter VT caps at a decent price? BTW, does this forum allow you to send PM's here?
You can buy directly from Chris at the Jupiter website and he is a great guy. Here is the link. He is very helpful and answers the phone. 

http://jupitercondenser.com

You can can also buy them at Sonic Craft. They usually offer 20% off and ship quickly. Here is a link to the VT caps. The HT caps are also very special.

http://www.soniccraft.com/index.php/jupiter-vt-c-301_38_446