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Modding Synergistic Research MPC to Galileo status

I recently had the good fortune of upgrading my stock Synergistic Research MPCs closer to Galileo Status by the help of a friend who is inclined to do such work.

He replaces the Synergistic MPC's four cheap, general purpose 1 amp rectifier diodes with four ultra fast, soft recovery IXYS rectifier diodes and the 470uf 50 volt dirt cheap chinese electrolytic cap with a 680uf Panasonic FM extremely low impedance, high ripple current, long life (7000 hrs). It is now a super low noise power supply.

This mod provides better shielding to Synergistic Research cables resulting in more transparency, blacker backgrounds, increased detail and warmth with even lower noise floor than stock MPCs.

I was really taken aback by the improvements mentioned above. When considering the cost of a Galileo MPC, this mod is a downright bargain.

The cost of this mod will be $40-50. I can provide contact information for additional questions regarding components and price.
michaelspallone
ihmeyers
84 posts
 
Got the modded MPC back on Tuesday. It has improved each day since then. It’s more dynamic than the stock unit and has a blacker background. Makes everything sound more like music and less like equipment.
I highly recommend Michael’s mod to anyone with a stock MPC.
devilboy
1,176 posts
 
I've had the pleasure of experiencing Michael's mods in his own system  and they are nothing short of revelatory.
The air, soundstage and immersion in the whole experience are amazing to say the least.
A no brainier for any SR owner.
an10490413
72 posts
 

michaelspallone


Are you still offering this service?  If so, what is the price to upgrade?  Thanks! 

rodman99999
6,207 posts
 
@an10490413- Just in case Michael isn’t watching this thread; you can private message him through AudiogoN, via: https://www.audiogon.com/messages/new?recipient_id=275763&layout=true
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michaelspallone OP
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Yes, an10490413 I am still V2 modifying and repairing all SR MPCs to now of course much better than Galileo MPC status. I realize that SR has moved on from using MPCs, but there are still quite a few owners of SR's previous excellent Tesla, Element, and even older actively shielded lines that can greatly benefit sonically from my V2 modification performed on their MPC. rodman99999 I do pop in from time to time and very much appreciate forwarding contact info. 
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