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Modwright Swans M1

Just a brief note to let you know that Dan Wright has my Swans M1 speakers. They are the very first Swans to be modded by MODWRIGHT and the mod will be offered in his website for anyone interested.

It will be a few more weeks before I get them back, as this is a carefully discussed project between him and myself, not a mere parts swapping exercise.

The initial step consisted of adding four Bybee filters, which are currently being burned in. Next, upgraded caps and resistors will be installed and burned in along with Jena Labs cryo speaker wire. Crossover boards will then be cryo treated by Jena Labs' inmersion method and audiophile quality damping material will replace the original.

Once I get the speakers and have things set up I will audition and post a review. Dan says the moddded Swans will "Blow me away..."

Regards,

The Psychic
psychicanimal
jahaira
108 posts
 
Good for you. Knowing Dan Wright's work and himself (great individual)this has to be a very interesting project. Be confident on his work. I have a modified CD/Transport by Dan and the quality of the parts and job is par to none. He really know what he does and best of all, is willing to discuss the work along the way as it takes place.

Let us all know your impressions after you receive your speakers back.

Regards,

Jahaira/Jose.
twl
3,251 posts
 
Sounds interesting. I use the Bybees on my speakers, and I found them very good additions. Doesn't "knock you over", but everything just sounds a little more "right". I didn't lose any air or soundstage, as some detractors have said. They only provided positive effects on my system. Naturally, I think the wiring and crossover improvements are also a great idea. Keep us posted on your impressions.
psychicanimal OP
1,738 posts
 
Well, I don't think the Bybees will "knock me over", but the e$timate almost did: I am getting an 'amigo' discount for being the first Modwright Swans and just the caps for the tweeter boards run close to $150! Add the Bybees ($320), Cryo, etc and the total cost will be over $700...
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