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Any SB Owners Using Channel Islands Power Supply

Look Here to see what I am referring to. Since my server has become my main source for listening to music, I want to maximize its performance (sound familiar) – this looks like an interesting tweak. I’ve read good reviews about the various CI High Current Power Supplies – I’ve even read some highly positive reviews about the Duet/VDC-9.0 combination. That said, I have also read several threads on the Logitech site that are emphatic that an aftermarket power supply cannot improve the sound quality of any SB device (this coming from several senior members, including the Logitech top honcho). I know we’ve all thrown a meager $279 to the audio Gods to no avail, so this isn’t that big a deal. Then again…$279 will buy all my little cherubs new shoes. What say those in the know? I do prefer unabashed knowledge, but I will certainly welcome sarcasm, cynicism and mildly offensive humor.
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ecruz
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I've not used the Channel Island Power Supply, but I do have a Bolder Cables Power Supply. It absolutely made a difference In My System. Deeper, tighter low-end, more detail etc. Definitely give it a try.
2chnlben OP
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Thanks Ecruz. There are a lot of naysayers regarding after market power supplies making any audible improvements in SB/Duet performance (aren't there always). I have also found that many an audiophile have been blessed with far more “golden ears" than I. Are you a golden-eared one, or was the audible difference, in which you refer, noticeable to mere mortals??!!

Again, thanks.
ecruz
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For me, again, in my system, the difference was readily apparent. An overall fuller sound and quieter background.

You might try to find a Bolder Cable modded Elpac power supply and try it first. I think they were/are about $125. I'm not sure if you can still get them. The difference between the stock wall wart and the modded linear Elpac was substantial. I would have stuck with that unit, but I got a deal on an SB3 that came with the bigger Bolder power supply.

If you haven't already, check out the Bolder forum on Audio Circle.
www.audiocircle.com/circles/index.php?board=11.0
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