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CD Player vs. music streaming
I found myself in a similar situation. I ended up buying an Audio Lab 6000 CDT Transport and use it with my Schiit Audio DAC.  I could not be happier. I almost spent more money on a CEC transport... so glad I did not do that! 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
Excellent point. I agree that if in doubt speak to the manufacture first.  It's the safe way to go. 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
As a rule I always go one step higher now when installing SR Blacks 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
Thanks for your question. I cannot recall the individual ratings at the moment but I had no problem going 1 or 2 steps higher where needed. I would only buy from Highend Electronics as Alfred was kind enough to replace a blown fuse if it failed up... 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
I moved up to the 8A and had no further problems with the fuse blowing. Highly recommended due to the improved sound quality which iis a significant step up! 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
David,I did go to the next largest fuse and that did solved the problem! So thank you for the suggestion.  Alfred at High End Electronics was great to work with and supplied replacement fuses in exchange for the blown fuses.  He did share with me ... 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
DavidThank you for your quick response. I agree that the SR Black fuses do indeed make a significant improvement in overall sound quality. It is also interesting that you mentioned going to the next largest fuse... I suspect that is what I would t... 
Synergistic Research Black fuese
I agree with others that the SR Blacks are remarkable.  That said, has anyone had problems with the Black fuse blowing upon preamp or amplifier turn on?  This has happened to me a couple of times and I am currently working with Alfred at High End ... 
Bryston vs Modwright?
Great point.  Odyssey Audio also offers a 20 yr transferable warranty.  Give Klaus at Odyssey a call.  He is a great guy that has been in business for years.  You'll get honest answers to your questions even if you do not buy his products. 
Bryston vs Modwright?
I have an AR Ref 2 that I paired up with Odyssey Audio Kismet mono amps (in the Khartago case).. Great match up and 3D soundstage with Magnepan 3.6r’s and Vandersteen subs. Prior to the Kismet mono amps, I used an AR 100.2 (which is a terrific amp...