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Low Level Details in Output Transformers

Updated March 2, 2024 | Published March 6, 2021 by Mic Hael

The possibly unexpected importance of extreme detail in musical excellence. Research paper from Menno van der Veen, 122nd AES in Vienna, Austria, May 2007 ( PDF, archive ) — Summarily paraphrased: Failing to accurately transfer fine details at low levels, traditional audio output transformers nonlinearly mask the naturalness and purity of music played through them. SOURCE … Read more

Nonlinear Distortions in Capacitors

Updated February 22, 2024 | Published March 6, 2021 by Mic Hael

A major cause of audible, non-linear distortions in capacitors By Menno ven der Veen: “We have discovered a major cause of nonlinear distortion in capacitors and we have shown that this effect can create significant -and thus audible- distortions in sound signals…this effect can introduce high levels of intermodulation distortion and thus lead to audible … Read more

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