Audio Research and Acme Audio Labs fuse


I’m toying with the idea of going down the rabbit hole of upgraded fuses.  Looking over the usual contenders I stumbled across Acme Audio Labs. Their philosophy of best bang for the buck certainly appeals to my wallet (@$20 a fuse).  One caveat, however, is they warn that their fuses aren’t for all components.  Specifically gear with “no inrush protection“ will cause their fuse to blow prematurely.  So my question to those reading this: 1) Any experience with Acme Audio Lab fuses, 2) do they “play well” with ARC, and 3) does ARC gear typically have inrush protection?  I’ll be experimenting with the fuses of a LS 27, PH 7, and a pair of VT 150 mono amps.




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The main fuse for VT 150 is Bussmann MDX/MDQ series dual-element, time-delay fuses. Most after market fuse will blow prematurely unless install one with much higher current rating than ARC specified!

  Dual-Element, Time-Delay Fuse

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Stick to the fuse rating that came with the component. Using a higher amperage fuse is risking serious damage/fire!
I have said this before and I will say it again: the sound of any audio component starts with its power supply - not with anything before it - fuse, power cord, wall outlet! 
At $20 per fuse, isn't the risk/reward ratio in your favor?

What is the worst thing that could happen?  Fuse blows and
is replaced.
What is the best outcome you could experience?  Great sound
and enhanced musical enjoyment.

Try the fuses or don't try the fuses...