I’m also worried about how much of the harmonics in the music is LOST by the amp?

Of course, I don’t want gross harmonic distortion, but don’t abuse or lose the precious harmonics in the virgin recording either. No way to measure that, though, right? Thats where the ears come in…

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redwoodaudio OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 415 posts 07-07-2021 at 02:40am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I mean, signal to noise ratio would seem to be the most relevant stat in common usage, right?
pedroeb Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 493 posts 07-07-2021 at 03:15am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I mean, signal to noise ratio would seem to be the most relevant stat in common usage, right? Even when it's below audible levels, I have always wondered if it can contaminate the sound.
redwoodaudio OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 415 posts 07-07-2021 at 03:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete A very strong SNR of 120dB is almost certainly beyond audible range, but could be important for the fragile harmonics. I’m sure there are people here who know this scientifically.
pedroeb Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 493 posts 07-07-2021 at 04:28am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Exactly! Where does the noise come from? It it mostly ripple on the DC supply? Is a massively over engineered supply helpful?
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