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In Reply to: Regarding Capacitor Test posted by DaveT on November 23, 2018 at 08:20:31:
Thanks for your observations.
Cap thread: you put a lot of time and effort into it, and I agree with some of your conclusions. There certainly are vast differences between caps with different formats and materials, and there is a definite correlation between cost and performance for those basic groups. Within those classifications, the differences are more subtle, often down to personal preference/system suitability, and value is more variable; the correlation mostly disappears. Each brand and model has its adherents.
Your tests advanced in sophistication but not all variables were equally controlled; sometimes they seemed a bit unfocused. The Auricap bias was unfortunate because it could influence evaluation. Nice that you disclosed it, but better if you could have negated it. Extensive, comprehensive tests like this are a lot of confusing work, I know, and after a while one is tempted to stop all the rigor and trials and simply enjoy the music.
One thing we agree on after the first few posts: Solen (and their offshoots) film caps are pretty crappy. I don't know how anyone can seriously recommend them for any application. As soon as I see someone claim they're just as good as any other, my regard for whatever else they say drops precipitously. Cheap as they are, they're still not worth it.
There are a few hidden gems, and it seems that you uncovered them. Haven't made it through the entire thread yet, but I'll read the rest of your posts with interest.
Peace,
Tom E
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- That seems reasonable - madisonears 11/23/1810:47:22 11/23/18 (5)
- RE: That seems reasonable - DaveT 11:22:32 11/23/18 (4)
- May I suggest... - madisonears 23:06:24 11/23/18 (1)
- Suggestion Taken. - DaveT 09:12:22 11/24/18 (0)
- Great conversation, both of you....many thanks. [nt] - alan m. kafton 13:39:24 11/23/18 (1)
- +1 (nt) - Duster 16:50:05 11/23/18 (0)