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Input /output caps

Have seen for some time now that some manufactures use "sheilding" caps on the unused input/output jacks in an effort to reduce emi/rf and enhance sonic benefits. My question is has anyone one been using them and if so WAS there a preceviable sonic difference with them in use (as I realize that it could be subtle)? Becuse Cardas caps aren't that expensive and could be an inexpensive tweak for me to try then. Thanks for the input.
rsjm80
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mhconley
31 posts
 
I found great, inexpensive shorting / non-shorting RCA caps on eBay. (They have a threaded removable center pin.) $12 for 10, $18 shipped. Just search "RCA caps". I received them within 2 days and they work as designed. No affiliation. I have not noticed a difference but what the heck, you can't go wrong for the price.
rsjm80 OP
205 posts
 
Thanks for the input everyone, I'm always looking for an inexpensive upgarde or improvement, this helps still again for me.
yoby
538 posts
 
Nsgarch is correct. I used to use the Isoclean shorting plugs on the inputs to my preamp. They worked very well , although expensive. I recently switched to the High End Audio "shorties" plugs. There was a very noticeable difference for the better (a more analog or natural sound). They are also less expensive. High End offers a 14 day free in home audition. I was skeptical, since I really liked all of the Isoclean products I've ever tried, but these really work.
kenk168
175 posts
 
Hi Yoby,

Can you point to the source of the High End Audio "shorties" mentioned above?

Thanks,

Kenobi
yoby
538 posts
 
Hi Kenk168. www.highend-electronics.com
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