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Aftermarket Fuses

Can I set the ground rules up front?? I hope so. There are two camps. One who can hear different audible reproduction using aftermarket fuses. The second camp can not justify in theory, or can not hear a difference in fuses. Fine. I respect both camps. Can we hold this discussion to those who can hear an audible difference in fuses?? Can we? If so, what is your choice in aftermarket fuses and describe, please, what you hear.
imgoodwithtools
mitch2
4,062 posts
 
And for cradle type fuse holders, you can take a small orthodontic rubber band and wrap around the top of the holder at each end to apply a little pressure to the contacts.  You can also wrap a piece of Teflon tape around the glass body to dampen ringing.


boxer12
8,656 posts
 
Anybody here have an opinion on "Create Audio Deluxe" fuses? They are much less expensive than SR fuses. Just wondering how they compare or if anyone has actually tried them. Note that I'm just using standard (littlefuse) fuses now. 
wolf_garcia
6,723 posts
 
It's a fuse, and if it is functioning as designed, to protect the component, it will have zero impact on the tonality or performance of any audio component, regardless of what people think they hear in "premium" fuses. Standard Littelfuse products are all you need, the rest are simply a scam to sell you things. You're welcome.
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boxer12
8,656 posts
 
Well I jumped into the deep end here this afternoon & purchased one $20 fuse for my preamp. The kids will still eat wolf (LOL). I'll let you know what I think after a hundred hours or so.
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