Mutec REF 10 Masterclock

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Holy crap, just got a quote from Mutec for upgrading from REF10 to REF10 SE-120 >>> €2,400 !!

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21 minutes ago, auricgoldfinger said:

 

What exactly do you get for €2,400?  Does this include a new case in addition to the improved clock?  Any other internal changes?

 

I presume the case is the same, since I have seen a picture of the SE-120. Regarding other internal changes beyond the clock, I have no idea... I subsequently asked for the retail price of the SE-120 version to have an idea whether the upgrade is worthwhile (ie. is the price of the REF10 (€3,500) plus the upgrade (€2,400) less than the price of a new REF10 SE-120. I'm awaiting an answer from Mutec.

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20 minutes ago, LowMidHigh said:

 

I've been in touch with Mutec on the matter of upgrading to the SE-120.

 

There are 3 differences between the basic and special editions:

* Oscilliator

* The S sports a ground stub

* Different screen printing (logos) 

 

The electronics are identical, and good enough for the lower phase oscillator to show through. 

 

The upgrade includes swapping oscillators only. The case is left untouched, so expect no ground stub and unchanged screen printing. 

 

Mutec believes that the only occasion to earth their device is if ground loops are present, manifested in the form of hum. If it doesn't hum, don't touch it. 

 

They should have sufficient quantities of oscillators to meet demand in August. 

The price for a new SE-120 in Europe is €5,498 (including tax)

The price to upgrade a standard REF10 to SE-120 specs is €2,398 (including tax)

... quoted to me directly from Mutec

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You could also consider Clearer Audio Silver Optimus Reference as an alternative to Habst...

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Just had my REF 10 upgraded to the SE-120... apparently the replacement oscillator fitted has 'pretty good performance'

Can't wait to get it back into my system!

MUTEC OCXO SE-120 Upgrade.pdf