I took a ride on the internet, looking for practical info on these, and found (although not an exhaustive conclusion), that the general consensus from the various 'comparos' performed among competitive caps, seems to favor them.

Jupiter caps seem to achieve a good balance between quality and cost, with high musicality emphasis and less resolution extremes, ideal for longer listening periods.  There's just a slight character on the sound that betrays the presumed pristine neutrality of the top (very expensive) caps out there, but this tradeoff, I suppose, helps avoid the cold, ultra-transparent, analytical sound of pure teflon-based caps (i.e., TF VCaps).

Again, this is all conditions-dependent as well as subjective, taste-driven appraisal.  In general, though, the conclusions seem to indicate the ideal compromise between quality and cost.  Let's face it, beyond a certain cost threshold, it would not make sense investing further for the really extreme results obtained from the big players (Duelund, VCap and top of the line Mundorfs), considering the amp's base price.

I guess if one has an already brightish system, too analytical maybe or showing somewhat uncomfortable excess (tiring) details, the Jupiter would be ideal.  On the other hand, in my case, as I'm experiencing a somewhat warmish sound with the stock set-up, and although I may be able to correct this through some tube-rolling, I feel I may need something more Teflon-oriented.

Unfortunately, the latter proposition is much more expensive and definitely not as cost-effective, and may end up being too much of a good thing (which I may not be able to afford, either).  The Jupiter caps are reported by testers as very transparent also, just not to the levels presented by the more expensive stuff.

I'm sure Mr. Deckert already sorted all this out and his choice of the Jupiter caps is the optimal one for the Mini Torii.  Can someone tell me what are the stock caps in the Mini Torii, Ver. I?  Thanks!

I thought the MINI TORII was supposed to use a 12AU7 input?

That's strange because I have never seen it published that they added 6N1P or 6922 tubes as acceptable input choices. You need to try a 12AU7 or 12AT7 in there and stop lusting after exotic capacitors.

Wow!

I didn't know that this amp could accept 6N1Ps.

Does it have a flip switch for that?

Coz I always had the impression that the 12a(t/x/u) had different pin out and other tube requirements as compared with the ECC88 family of tubes.

Given the reiterated surprise/suspicion replies caused by my alleged 6N1P-Ev driver tube in the Mini, this time I took them out and checked for labels.  The reason I said these were 6N1P-Ev is because both original boxes have that description/name written on them.

Instead, the now just semi-legible printing on those tubes say 'USA 5963' (in white letters), and something in gold letters that ends with 'electron tube' and there are three golden bigger letters before that, which may be BCI or BCT or RCT or RCI.  I can't tell, as these are really vanishing.

From vacuumtubes.com, 12AU7/ECC82 List:

5963

'This tube makes a decent substitute for the 12AU7 as the characteristics are almost the same.  The 5963 has a slightly lower plate voltage rating compared to regular 12AU7.  The 5963 has a max plate voltage of 250V while 12AU7 has a max of 330V. This tube has a specially designed cathode which can withstand long periods of time in cut-off without hurting the tube.'

I'm not sure what the 'cut-off' term means in this context, can someone please explain?

So, my apologies.  I just assumed all this time that what the box said was the actual name of those tubes (I'm a newbie, remember?).

What do you guys think about the 5963? Here's the Data Sheet:

http://www.r-type.org/pdfs/5963.pdf

You could snap a 12AT7 in there.

Let's hope the Panamanian authorities are not playing catch with your tube stash

The 5963 is a computer tube and there are many variants.  Like all tubes, it will or won't float your boat. My amp came with JJ 12AU7's and they were immediately replaced. I had other 12AU7's to use but prefer 12AT7's in the Mini.

Some 5963's are well regarded but they were not designed for audio. Just try the different tubes and see which you prefer. Trust your ears.

Up at DECFEST I have seen their tube test equipment, Maxi Matcher units and a high-end bench test Hickok model. Both test for noise. I doubt they would send out tubes that were not tested.

I can't believe my luck!  Tube Monger sent the 'rushed' RFT rectifiers through USPS first class mail to Miami.  It didn't get there!  On Dec. 5th they re-sent a replacement package (for free), this time with signature confirmation, and they've placed a tracking claim with USPS.  Hopefully this time around the package will make it to Miami and eventually down here.

I don't know what's going on these days with my mail, but as you recall, Les's package is still in limbo and we're currently waiting for a tracking claim reply from USPS on that first package also.

In the meantime, I've been without my music for almost 7 weeks today  

Hey, Lon, thanks for your wishes.  Incredible odds, isn't it?  I think I'll embark in a listening 'marathon' once these tubes finally arrive (if they do).

No kidding!  I've been listening to my sound card with a modest 3.5 mm laptop headset, just to relieve the tension.  When I can't stand it anymore, I play old recordings in mono, with one channel (1 speaker) and it definitely doesn't keep me that happy either.

It's been a very humbling situation after all my bragging about tube-rolling my way into 'fine-tunning the Mini.'  I mean, I've learned a couple of things about bringing small stuff down here, at least.

I've also classified more music material and upgraded my WASAPI driver to the latest event-style version (which sounds better through my headset, al least) to listen to when those tubes arrive.

But, I'm going nuts ...

Congrats. My bet is that you WILL start to enjoy it right away.

Glad the new rectifiers are working out well for you. I myself prefer a laid back sound to a forward one, so I'd be very happy with that result.

You've some tube-rolling fun ahead of you if that package ever arrives! And if not as well. But I'm glad you're back in two channel listening again.

I figured the RFT would be pleasing. As for the rhythmic changes . . . rolling other tubes will help with their interactions.