V-cap user feedback wanted.

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I replaced the Hovland 4.0uf 100V capacitors in the outputs of my tube preamp recently with the new V-cap OIMP( oil impregnated) and after a full 400 hour break-in, I concluded that the sound was far superior with the V-cap OIMP vs. the Hovland Musicaps. The V-caps just allow more information to pass, particularly in the highs, but the overall sound was a tad extra warm and rounded. This extra warmth is strictly euphonic and actually adds to the liquidity of the overall sound. Although a slight signature was added, it was still more musical in all regards vs. the Hovland cap. However, after reading up on the V-cap from other users and previous beta users, I was curious what a small V-cap teflon bypass on the OIMP caps would do to the overall sound. Has anyone had a similar experience bypassing their OIMP V-cap with the smaller Teflon V-cap. I would interested in your experience with evaluations and conclusions.

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Topic - V-cap user feedback wanted. - sherod 19:05:09 03/26/07 (3)

Re: V-cap user feedback wanted. - AudioDave 10:10:16 03/27/07 (2)

Re: V-cap user feedback wanted. - sherod 15:07:54 03/27/07 (0)

Re: V-cap user feedback wanted. - erik_squires@hotmail.com 10:35:45 03/27/07 (0)

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