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Can a fuse affect sound quality in my Classe Amps

I've replaced the 8 amp fast blow fuses in my Classe DR-15 amps after I blew them with the cheapest 8 amp fuses you can buy (they're slightly different than the fuses that were in the amps but the same recommended 8 amps) and I've a suspicion that the sound quality has deterioated slightly? Is this possible or is it all in my head? Can you buy better quality fuses that improve sound? Thanks.
lornoah
rwwear
2,867 posts
 
You can't do that unless there is a switch Lornoah. The amp was trying to drive the other preamp.
lornoah OP
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There is switch for selecting regular and balanced inputs but Classe still advised that it could cause a ground loop by having two inputs connected at the same time. I decided not to drive my amps directly unless i first disconnect the xlr cables altogether.
rodman99999
6,129 posts
 
Good plan!! Still- Before you install any expensive fuses: Be certain everything's Kosher, and the amps aren't blowing the cheapies.
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04rdking
178 posts
 
A well designed amp won't have fuses in the signal path.
rodman99999
6,129 posts
 
Boy am I glad too! That would be another couple Hi-Fi Tuning fuses I'd HAVE to buy.
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