I found a neat little discussion on the tiny cap we were discussing in the Choke input supply

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RE: I found a neat little discussion on the tiny cap we were discussing in the Choke input supply, posted on August 31, 2016 at 12:45:32
Eli Duttman Audiophile Posts: 10455 Location: Monroe Township, NJ Joined: March 31, 2000	The "fudge factor" cap. is essential, when SS diodes are employed. Inductive kick back spikes frequently destroy SS diodes and the cap. or a MOV is necessary, for safety. Maybe the Fisher designer was worried about inductive kick back too. Eli D.

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