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Message started by Palomino on 10/31/13 at 14:19:48

Title: V-caps A/B Test
Post by Palomino on 10/31/13 at 14:19:48

I recently purchased another Rachael amp for a second system. The new amp has V-caps, the original is stock. The new amp was built in June and the original owner says it does not have many hours on it.

I put them side by side and did some A/B testing. Same powercord, interconnects, etc. First with my current set of Rachael tubes, then I started varying things.

I was somewhat surprised at how much better the non-broken in V-cap Rachael sounded and that the best tube set for it was the stock tube set. To me, V-caps sounded a little darker and I consider the stock tube set to be a brighter set of tubes. The combination yielded some good synergy.

Overall, the V-cap amp was much more engaging. You could hear more of the musician's emotion coming through.

Anyway, I often wondered if the V-caps upgrade was worth it and now I can say, even with a fairly new amp, yes. It will be interesting to see how it goes as the amp seasons.

Title: Re: V-caps A/B Test
Post by Lonely Raven on 10/31/13 at 15:03:45

So when are you bringing those over? ;)

Title: Re: V-caps A/B Test
Post by Palomino on 10/31/13 at 15:05:26

I think I am just going to load up the van with everything, grab about two days worth of food & beverage and head your way ;D

Title: Re: V-caps A/B Test
Post by Lonely Raven on 10/31/13 at 15:11:18

That would be awesome! Movies and Music weekend! :D