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Tweaks for systems, rooms and Do It Yourself (DIY) help. FAQ.

Re: Auricap tweak ?!?

>>1. In Finland we use Shuko plugs so there is no telling which wire is hot and which is neutral. Auricaps are (?) directional and wiring between hot and neutral must be right. Does this mean that I can't use auricap tweak in my CDP?

don't worry, you won't notice the difference

>>2. Auricaps aren't easy to find. Can I use for example Jensen capasitors?

you can buy them online from VHAudio or Partsconnexion; PIO caps aren't good for this aplication: they don't measure very well; you can use Arkotronics too (.47uF, MKP, 2000v DC), from RS online everywhere

>>3. We have 230 V voltage. Are 600 V caps fine or should I get a 1000 V model?

yep, you need 1500v or more

>>4. Are there any risks using this kind of tweaks? Can the caps explode, catch fire or do something else unwanted?

nope, as long as you install them right

>>5. If I build a good quality Power Filter do Auricaps become useless?

nope, they still would make a difference (whether you like ir or not); i'm using them after a PS Ultimate Outlet filter and they still improve the sound for the better

>>6. Why must there be always two auricaps?

nobody knows; it's an empirical matter

good luck!

best, paco


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