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The new Synergistic Research BLUE fuses ....

New SR BLUE fuse thread ...

I’ve replaced all 5 of the SR BLACK fuses in my system with the new SR BLUE fuses. Cold, out of the box, the BLUE fuses stomped the fully broken-in SR BLACKS in a big way. As good as the SR BLACK fuses were/are, especially in comparison with the SR RED fuses, SR has found another break-through in fuses.

1. Musicality ... The system is totally seamless at this point. Its as if there is no system in the room, only a wall to wall, front to back and floor to ceiling music presentation with true to life tonality from the various instruments.

2. Extension ... I’ve seemed to gain about an octave in low bass response. This has the effect of putting more meat on the bones of the instruments. Highs are very extended, breathing new life into my magic percussion recordings. Vibes, chimes, bells, and triangles positioned in the rear of the orchestra all have improved. I’ve experienced no roll-off of the highs what so ever with the new BLUE fuses. Just a more relaxed natural presentation.

3. Dynamics ... This is a huge improvement over the BLACK fuses. Piano and vibes fans ... this is fantastic.

I have a Japanese audiophile CD of Flamenco music ... the foot stomps on the stage, the hand clapping and the castanets are present like never before. Want to hear natural sounding castanets? Get the BLUE fuses.

4. Mid range ... Ha! Put on your favorite Ben Webster album ... and a pair of adult diapers. Play Chris Connor singing "All About Ronnie," its to die for.

Quick .... someone here HAS to buy this double album. Its a bargain at this price. Audiophile sound, excellent performance by the one and only Chris Connor. Yes, its mono ... but so what? Its so good you won’t miss the stereo effects. If you’re the lucky person who scores this album, please post your results here.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ULTRASONIC-CLEAN-The-Finest-Of-CHRIS-CONNOR-Bethlehem-Jazz-1975-NM-UNPLAYED-...

Overall impressions:

Where the RED fuses took about 20 hours to sound their best, and the BLACK fuses took upwards of 200 hours of total break-in, the BLUE fuses sounded really good right out of the box ... and that’s without doing anything about proper directional positioning. Not that the BLUE fuses don’t need breaking in, they do. The improvement continues through week three. Its a gradual break-in thing where each listening session is better than the last.

Everything I described above continues to break new ground in my system as the fuses continue breaking in. Quite honestly, I find it difficult to tear myself away from the system in order to get things done. Its truly been transformed into a magical music machine. With the expenditure of $150.00 and a 30 day return policy there’s really nothing to lose. In my system, its like upgrading to a better pre amp, amp, CD player or phono stage. Highly recommended.

Kudos to Ted Denney and the entire staff at SR. Amazing stuff, guys. :-)

Frank

PS: If you try the SR BLUE fuses, please post your results here. Seems the naysayers, the Debbie Downers and Negative Nellie’s have hijacked the original RED fuse thread. A pox on their houses and their Pioneer receivers.

Frank



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@nonoise
"just try it."

Thank you. And, indeed, sir, indeed. The ROI on this sort of "tweak" is not only rewarding on an aesthetic and emotional level, but reminds me of how much fun this hobby can be- especially when monetary outlay is minimal. Some may call it "bang for the buck."

In good time, I suppose, inevitably I will try the SR black or blue.

FWIW, A supremely talented audio engineer I know speaks highly of the beeswax fuses but also cautions that a shorted tube will make quick work of one’s $225.00 investment. :)
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I'll have a blue, blue Christmas..without you......
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Using them in my entire system the best thing Synergistic makes.Enjoy!!
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I wonderful video by Paul McGowan - owner of PS Audio. He understands and can hear the difference fuses make in the products he manufactures. Thank you LAK for the link to the video.

I recently changed my Mother's DAC to a PS Audio Perfect Wave DAC and  Perfect Wave Transport. After a 168 hour break in, each stock ceramic fuse (which itself is an upgrade over a common 10 cent fuse ), was replaced with a Synergistic Research Blue fuse. As Paul McGowan experienced with a German made audiophile  fuse in his system, in Mother's system with the Synergistic Research Blue fuses there was an immediate and significant sonic improvement. A less digital, more relaxed, richer harmonic texture was audible. Then over the following week the sound continued to improve.

So if you want to give yourself a wonderful Christmas present - order some Synergistic Blue fuses .  If you have a music lover in your life go a bit further, order the Blue fuses and personally install them for your loved one. 

I have already received my Christmas present . Seeing the joy on my Mother's face as she listened to Chet Atkins with the new fuses in place was truly special. Having her then say " Thank You " and giving me a kiss on the cheek was priceless and will be forever cherished.

So take the time to risk the cost of return postage (about $2.80 ) and give yourself an easily returnable Christmas present. 

Best wishes for a meaningful Christmas.

David Pritchard
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