Preamp Output Capacitor: Mundorf Supreme vs. Supreme Silver Oil

Sorry if I’m asking the obvious but when changing brands do you always use the same exact uF value as replacement/upgrade? I suspect the answer is yes but I still wondered if the different material construction, design technology, etc., or even the desired sonic outcome, might positively impact the outcome if a slightly lower or higher values were substituted instead. 

@grannyring I completely agree with your assessment of the ODAM. 

@kalali and @1markr  As good as the Jupiter and Audyn True Copper caps may be, the ODAM may possibly provide better synergy for your system. Don't be discouraged from replacing high quality caps for the ODAM. Experimentation is the only way that you'll truly know what sounds best for your system. 

Hi @c_avila1 ,

I’m agree with you. Everyone has their own system and taste. So the best way to try by yourself in your system.

@kalali ,
IMHO, the value accuracy of coupling capacitors is not so important. Is doesn’t matter to much if cutoff frequency 1 Hz or 2, 3 Hz.
The quality and sound signature is much more important!
The other story in crossovers and RIAA correction where accuracy is the must.

Regards,
Alex.

These ODAMs have been a revelation and I'm glad I contacted Chris before spending more money on Deulunds, which gets lots of praise but size and cost is their drawback...

Excellent thread guys, keep it coming.

Wig

I would be very careful when comparing and making claims on  capacitors, in absolute terms, to make sure the value used is large enough for an accurate listening test.

For instance, testing a 0,68uf with a 100k load vs a 2uf with same load.
If the capacitor is indeed accurate in absolute terms, the 0.68uf will sound thin. If it sounds full enough, then the capacitor is "artificially flavoring" the music.

A proper, truly accurate 2uf capacitor, in absolute terms, will be more accurate than the 0,68uf capacitor in almost all circuits.

cheersAG